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In early November in 2023, a diver, swimming off the coast of Sardinia,     1     (notice) pieces of metal on the ocean floor. He called the authorities and more divers were sent to look. The pieces turned out to be ancient Roman coins. The coins mostly lay     2     (bury) in sand and seagrass not far from the coast. It is said that more than 30, 000 coins have been found,     3     are close to 2, 000 years old. Experts call this a major historical discovery.

2 . We need people like you, who understand the power of science, to fund the research that will change lives in the future.

By donating to the Medical Research Foundation (MRF), you’ll be funding the research that future generations will depend on. MRF is an independent charity, focused solely on funding quality medical research. With close links to the Medical Research Council (MRC), we’re able to choose the most impactful studies and adapt quickly to meet any emerging health crisis, thanks to the support of people like you.

Your gift can support some of the brightest scientific minds. Many of these scientists are at the beginning of their careers, when funding is hardest to secure. Your support at this critical time can provide the springboard that a scientist needs to drive their research and career forward, ensuring they can continue to make life-changing discoveries.

MRF has supported researchers tackling pressing challenges like the Bird Flu, as well as vital areas of research that are often overlooked by other funders, ensuring we fill the gaps in our medical knowledge and protect the future of human health.

As someone interested in science, you will understand that while no one can predict what we will face next, we can be certain that it is only through ambitious, high-quality medical research that we will meet whatever new challenges come our way. By leaving a donation, you can have a lasting impact on science and on the future of human health.

1. What does the MRF mainly do?

A．Provide service for the MRC.	B．Predict emerging health crisis.
C．Fund quality medical research.	D．Donate to people interested in science.

2. By leaving a donation, you can ______.

A．fill the gaps in medical knowledge

B．tackle the future pressing challenges

C．choose the most impactful medical studies

D．support some of the brightest scientific minds

3. What is the main purpose of the passage?

A．To raise medical research funds.

B．To introduce the impact by donation.

C．To analyse the health crisis in the future.

D．To employ people devoted to medical research.

3 . 阅读短文，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

In my old school days, running     1    (consider) boring and painful for me. When I started to work, I realised exercise should be part of my lifestyle. Later, running became my career. Over the years, I     2    (coach) many running teams. Needless to say, running has its benefits. It is believed     3    running can decrease the risk of death. So are you currently not doing it? I encourage you to start now.

4 . 阅读短文，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

Being able to understand local jokes is often seen as a great icebreaker for a foreign language learner    1    tries to start friendships with native speakers. However,when     2     (study)a foreign language,a beginner always considers jokes hard to understand.Most of the time,jokes are only funny for people who share acultural background or understand humor in the same way.And there is    3     (much) to understanding a joke in a foreign language than understanding vocabulary and   grammar.

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When he was 7 years old, Francis Kere left his family to attend school because his village did not have one of     1     (it) own. Thirteen years later, he moved to Germany. He dreamed of returning home to build the classroom that didn’t then exist. In 2001, Kere completed his first school     2     (build). He then     3     (creative) transformed his village and other communities in Africa. In 2022, he won “Nobel Prize in architecture”, the Pritzker Prize.

6 . We’re happy you will be joining us at UW-Stout! Your next step is to attend First-Year Registration and Orientation (FYRO) (迎新会) running from 7:45 a. m. to 4:40 p. m. Students should select a date that allows them to be present for the entire day. Invitations will be sent by email starting February 20.

Recommended On-Campus Dates
·June 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9
·June 12, 13, 14 or 16
·June 19, 20, 21 or 23
Make-Up Dates
Email us to request one of these make-up dates.
·July 20 or 21
What to Expect

Students and their guests will be separated for most of the day.

Students will:	Guests will:
·Connect with peers. ·Meet their first-year advisor. ·Understand their academic plan and expectations of college. ·Understand their financial responsibilities and how to pay for school. ·Understand the importance of involvement and how to get involved with student organizations. ·Be familiar with campus resources. ·Be excited about starting their time at Stout!	·Understand their role in their student’s success. ·Understand their student’s financial responsibilities and paying for school. ·Feel comfortable with their student living on campus. ·Know that their student will be supported to live a healthy lifestyle. ·Know that their student will be safe on campus.

Before Your Attendance

Complete the placement tests at least one week prior to your scheduled registration date. Testing information will be sent to students' email on or after March 15.

Download these apps, which will help you to be successful in college life.

·Canvas Student: our online classroom.
·Navigate: to help schedule appointments with your advisor, view to-do items and more!
·Multi-Factor Authentication: to enhance the security of your account by checking on your identity when logging into many of our UW-Stout accounts.
1. Students are advised to attend FYRO on ______.

A．February 20

B．June 19

C．July 21

D．March 15

2. Attending FYRO, both students and their guests will ______.

A．meet first-year advisor

B．know students’ academic plan

C．have an idea of students' education cost

D．be clear about how to participate in organizations

3. What are students required to do before attending FYRO?

A．Complete the placement tests 5 days ahead.

B．Take some online classes on Canvas Student.

C．Schedule first-year college life with apps on the phone.

D．Download Multi-Factor Authentication for account security.

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This year, the 13th Spring Festival Joint Exhibition of Chinese Books,     1     theme was “Reading China”, was held on January 24th in 85 bookstores worldwide. It     2    (carry) out a variety of activities such as book exhibitions and cultural performances. Books displayed in the exhibition were philosophical and artistic, which closely met the needs of overseas readers. Overall, this year’s book exhibition presented the newest and     3    (fine) Chinese publications to local readers so that they could better understand China in the new era.

8 . The Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Global Liveability Index has just published the latest ranking of the best places to live in the world. Look at some of the top cities.

Calgary, Canada

Overall rating: 96.3

Stability:95; Healthcare: 100; Culture&-Environment : 90; Education: 100; Infrastructure（基础设施）:100 Calgary is a place where nature and urban living go hand in hand. You can see mountains from nearly anywhere within the city，and outdoor wonderlands like Lake Louise and Banff National Park are just a couple hours away. Meanwhile, there is a boost in food and cultural activities—just check out the world-famous Calgary Stampede for proof.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Overall rating :95.3

Stability: 90; Healthcare:100; Culture&-Environment97.2; Educationi:91. 7; Infrastructure: 96.4

You know Amsterdam’s oh-so-famous central canal, rightly named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010. Add in broad green space, storied red-brick buildings, and museums filled with Van Gogh paintings—not to mention an incredible healthcare system—and you have yourself one of Europe’s best places to live.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Overall rating :98

Stability: 100; Healthcare:95.8; Culture&-Environment;95.4; Education: 100; Infrastructure:100

Besides the cutting-edge restaurants and hotels, Copenhagen has an ageless charm that makes you want to keep going back. The dreamlike 1800s-era Tivoli Garden puts all other amusement parks to shame. The city is expensive, but you don’t necessarily need a fat wallet to enjoy it. There are many public parks and free galleries, and the infrastructure makes it one of the most bike-friendly places in the world.

Vienna, Austria

Overall rating: 99.1

Stability:100; Healthcare:100; Culture & Environment:96. 3; Education: 100; Infrastructure: 100

Vienna has earned a perfect score in nearly every category, benefiting from a prosperous（繁荣的）art and culture scene and incredible healthcare and education. Between visiting the opera and touring the gardens at Schonbrunn Palace, you’ll never get bored here. Plus, the local government puts a lot of resources behind infrastructure and housing, so the living cost is far lower than incomparable European cities.

1. Which city enjoys the best culture and environment?

A．Calgary.

B．Amsterdam.

C．Copenhagen.

D．Vienna.

2. Which of the following wins Copenhagen over other cities?

A．The ancient amusement garden.

B．The incredible healthcare system.

C．The well-paid working opportunities.

D．The harmony between urban and nature.

3. What can contribute to the low living cost in Vienna?

A．Favorable natural conditions.

B．Low expectation of life quality.

C．Adequate supply of daily necessities.

D．Government investment in construction.

9 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空. 在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

A few weeks ago when I saw a mum       1     (walk)   her dog and child for their morning walk, I decided to follow my heart so I had my window down and yelled out “I love your jumpsuit!”. She smiled very surprised as I     2    (drive) off. Later that day, I saw the same lady in the petrol station and I felt my heart again, saying “Excuse me were you just walking your dog not long ago?” She replied, “Was that you? I was having such a bad morning and your    3     (real) turned it around for me so thank you.”

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The name of Sorrento, a coastal town in Italy, had been put deep in my soul for a long time, mainly through hearing various    1    (performance) of the song “Come back to Sorrento”. After consideration, I finally    2    (pay) a visit to Sorrento during the summer vacation. The town was considerably popular for American weddings and traditional food. One evening, while    3    (wander) on the street, I was attracted by a house. A proud citizen told me that was the restaurant    4    Sophia Loren, the famous actress, once dined. Perhaps what impressed me most about Sorrento was their lemons. The fruit provided the raw materials for lemon soaps on sale everywhere.