1 . Why does the man recommend a. purely English dictionary?

A．For easy approach.

B．For precise definitions.

C．For language environment.

2 . World’s Greatest Places

Want to see the world? Each year, TIME magazine makes a list of the World’s Greatest Places. TIME for Kids picks its favorites. Some places are a window on the past. Others look out on the future. Together, they represent the range of beauty and culture on our planet, from wildlife and other natural wonders to incredible human-made structures. Get ready for an adventure!

I sland Living

Dominica is called the Caribbean’s nature island for its waterfalls, hot springs, and volcanoes. Visitors can hike trails and kayak along the coastline. And the island is eco-friendly. There’s a new resort that’s fully powered by sun and wind.

Family Fun

Phuket, Thailand, is known for its beaches. But there’s a new theme park called Carnival Magic, which re-creates traditional festivals. Look at the fireworks! At the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, visitors can feed the animals. Local shops offer ice cream made with coconut milk.

City Central

In 2022, Vienna was named the world’s most livable city. Austria’s capital has more than a thousand miles of bike paths, and green spaces cover half of its area. There’s plenty to do indoors, too. The Belvedere Museum just celebrated its 300th birthday.

Rain On

This is the new visitor center at El Yunque, a rainforest in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. El Yunque is the only tropical rainforest in the United States National Forest Service, and is famous for its biodiversity. Puerto Rico is home to more than 240 plant species and 18 native bird species. You can spot many of them in the park.

1. What do visitors probably do in Austria’s capital?

A．Go cycling.

B．Feed the animals.

C．Hike trails.

D．Enjoy the fireworks.

2. Which place is attractive to the tropical rainforest lovers?

A．Phuket.

B．Dominica.

C．El Yunque.

D．Vienna.

3. Who are these mentioned places intended for?

A．Adults.

B．Kids.

C．Elders.

D．Editors.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What do we know about this manned flight mission?

A．It has the longest staying time.

B．It is the hardest to operate.

C．It travels at the fastest speed.

2. What do Taikonauts do to pass the time?

A．Play cards.

B．Play tennis.

C．Play instruments.

3. What does the woman’s final words mean?

A．Women are less suitable in this mission.

B．Women are as excellent as men.

C．Women undertake more than men do.

4 . Johan and his younger brother, Rahim, had an unforgettable fishing experience. They could not spend the evening _______ their schoolwork with their mother. They had to go out fishing. Their father, a fisherman, was feeling _______ . The brothers had to catch some fish so that their father could _______ them in the market the next morning to support the family.

That evening, Rahim decided to _______ the sea early. He knew that if he and Johan were to set off late, they might not be able to find a good _______ at sea to catch plenty of fish. Rahim urged Johan to hurry and instructed him to _______ the fishing net onto their boat quickly.

While out at sea Rahim helped _______ the boat when Johan cast the net into the waters. Although it was _______ work, they were glad to be able to help their sick father. While waiting to pull the net in, the brothers took out their _______ from their bags to revise. It was not easy as they could not see clearly under the dim light from the oil lamp. Suddenly, their boat ________ hard from left to right. Rahim gasped(喘气)and held his brother’s arm ________ . Although he was ________ , Johan remained calm. He went to the ________ of their boat to take a look. He saw the net shaking.

Excited about the ________ , Johan decided to pull in the net. To his surprise, there were no fishes. Upon taking a ________ look, Johan found that the net had a huge ________ in it.

”A big fish must have damaged the net while trying to escape,“ Johan ________ seeing this.

________ , the brothers returned home. However, their parents were ________ that they had persevered(坚持)and put in their best ________ that night.

1.

A．changing

B．revising

C．neglecting

D．assigning

2.

A．unwell

B．unfair

C．unhappy

D．unwilling

3.

A．purchase

B．sell

C．assess

D．feed

4.

A．dive into

B．watch for

C．leave for

D．sail across

5.

A．spot

B．view

C．net

D．help

6.

A．float

B．equip

C．load

D．weave

7.

A．lift

B．control

C．take

D．push

8.

A．practical

B．promising

C．boring

D．tough

9.

A．books

B．compasses

C．purses

D．glasses

10.

A．balanced

B．rocked

C．wound

D．worked

11.

A．casually

B．eventually

C．tightly

D．sharply

12.

A．satisfied

B．confused

C．experienced

D．scared

13.

A．edge

B．board

C．shelter

D．direction

14.

A．wave

B．sound

C．catch

D．plan

15.

A．gentler

B．farther

C．quicker

D．closer

16.

A．knife

B．fish

C．stone

D．hole

17.

A．responded

B．admitted

C．sighed

D．added

18.

A．Empty-handed

B．Cold-hearted

C．Bad-tempered

D．Single-minded

19.

A．hopeful

B．proud

C．doubtful

D．cautious

20.

A．solution

B．vain

C．virtue

D．effort

5 . Artwork Contest-Create a Character!

Are you an artist? Do you love testing your creative abilities? This may be the perfect contest for you! For this contest,we want you to create your own character. You must create a backstory for the character and give it a name make sure to leave these in the author’s notes section of your submission!

Your character must be completely original. Any character that is not created from your own idea and work will not be considered for the contest.

Rules:

·You must be a teen (aged 13-19) with a Teen Ink account to enter.

·No inappropriate content.

·Submissions must relate to the topic (Create a Character).

Guidelines and Details:

·All art mediums are accepted.

·There is no limit to the number of pieces you can submit.

·Give your character a name and backstory. Leave these in the “Author’s Comments”section of your submission.

How to Submit:

·Submit entries through our website. All entries submitted to Teen Ink are automatically considered for the contest. See our submission guidelines for more information. ·Include the words“Character Contest“ in your submission’s title.

·Submit your reviews to the “Artwork” category on our site. Select the art type that is relevant to what you are submitting.

Prizes:

·Honorable mentions will have their characters published in our magazine.

·The overall winner will receive a $ 200 Amazon gift card.

1. What is the requirement for your submission?

A．It must be original work.	B．It must be about your own life.
C．It must include a story of yourself.	D．It must include several characters.

2. Which of the following is there a limit to for your submission?

A．The form of art.	B．The age of a participant.
C．The number of pieces submitted.	D．The name given to your character.

3. What do we know about Teen Ink?

A．It’s a magazine.	B．It’s an art club.
C．It’s an art school.	D．It’s a student organization.

6 . Best Ways to Make Money Online For Beginners

Joining Affiliate (加盟) Marketing Programs

Affiliate marketing programs work by generating a unique link for each affiliate marketer. Then, you can share the link with anyone who you think has the potential to buy the products. Many affiliate marketers also post links on their social media platforms and personal websites. Once someone purchases a product through your link, you’ll receive a commission (佣金) ranging from 5% to 30% of the product’s price.

Selling Products and Services Online

Another way to earn money online is by selling products or services. You can sell used items or create digital products like eBooks, photos, or artwork. If you’re certified in certain skills, selling online courses or consulting services is also an option. You can start small by offering products or services on marketplaces. Well-known examples are Facebook Marketplace, Etsy, and eBay.

Becoming an Online Tutor

If you’re passionate about teaching, try joining online tutoring platforms like Skooli, TutorMe, or Superprofonline. Many students are actively looking for remote tutors who offer live lessons through video conferencing apps like Zoom or Skype. If you want to make money online using this method, ensure that you have a certification on the topic you want to teach.

Participating in Market Research

Many companies pay individuals to participate in their market research through online surveys, making this another easy way to make money online. Some survey sites don’t pay in cash, but with gift cards or non-cash rewards instead. So, pay close attention to the survey site’s payment system. Some popular ones include Survey Junkey and Swagbucks. It’s important to be aware of dishonest sites that might lead to a phishing (钓鱼) case and be careful when filling out your personal information.

1. What does one do by joining affiliate marketing programs?

A．Sell products in an on-line store for a supplier.

B．Take a commission for posting positive comments.

C．Send a link to potential customers of certain products.

D．Create a personal website and charge for advertisements.

2. Which of the following platforms is intended for selling one’s paintings?

A．Etsy.

B．Skooli.

C．Skype.

D．Swagbucks.

3. Which of the following reminds people of Internet security?

A．Becoming an Online Tutor.

B．Participating in Market Research.

C．Joining Affiliate Marketing Programs.

D．Selling Products and Services Online.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the woman say about ice cream?

A．It is good for health.

B．It can cool her down.

C．It costs much money.

2. What does the man suggest the woman do?

A．Make ice cream on her own.

B．Get the air conditioner changed.

C．Avoid eating too much ice cream.

8 . What will the speakers eat tonight?

A．Italian food.

B．Chinese food.

C．American food.

9 . How to protect yourself against COVID in some occasions

Taking the elevator/stairs

* Wear a mask.

* Reduce direct contact with the lift buttons.

* Avoid crowded elevators.

* Maintain distance from others. No conversations.

* Take the stairs if your destination floor is not high. Avoid contact with the handrail.

Commuting

* Co by walking, cycling or driving a private car, if possible.

* Wear a mask when taking public transportation.

* Disinfect the handlebar seat and other parts you may touch before using a shared bike.

In office

* Take your temperature as required upon arrival.

* Air the office three times a day, 20 -30 minutes each time.

* Cover your face with tissues when coughing or sneezing.

* Wash your hands and disinfect regularly.

* Communicate online to reduce face-to-face interactions.

* Organize smaller and shorter offline conferences.

Social occasion

* Wave to greet instead of doing handshakes.

* Avoid crowded or poorly ventilated areas.

* Keep a 1-meter distance from others while wailing in line.

* Cover nose and mouth with your elbow or tissues when coughing or sneezing.

* Avoid unnecessary dinner parties that gather many people.

* Avoid peak hours when dining out. Order food and pay the bill in a contactless way if possible.

At home

* Ventilate the rooms well.

* Keep the rooms tidy and clean.

* Drink more water and increase fruits and vegetables in your diet.

* Exercise properly.

* Maintain a regular bedtime and get enough rest and sleep.

* Keep a healthy and positive mood.

1. Which column is this passage probably taken from?

A．Lifestyle.

B．Opinion.

C．Health.

D．Travel.

2. What is advisable to protect you from COVID?

A．Take elevators as much as possible.

B．Arrange offline meetings frequently.

C．Exercise properly and rest enough.

D．Go to crowded areas at your will.

3. Who is the passage intended for?

A．Seniors.

B．Students.

C．Parents.

D．The public.

10 . As parents, most of us are keen to encourage a love of reading in our children but sometimes it can be hard to know how to do this. All four of these books contain loads of useful tips about how to get your kids into reading and stand out as my favourite books. The books should be widely available in libraries and bookshops. You can also buy them online with free postage anywhere in the world through the Book Depository.

Rocket Your Child into Reading

Best known as an Australian children's author, Jackie French also struggled at school with reading and writing and knows first-hand all about the inpact these stuggles have on a child's self- esteem and atiude to school and learning. In this book , Jackie looks at the dfferent ways children learn. She has some wonderful ideas about how parents can help stnggling readers.

Reading Magic

The book is beautifully witten with lots of iformation about the importance of reading aloud to children. As well as being an author of the most beautiful picture books for young children, Mem Fox is also a teacher and literacy advocate so her advice is backed up with lots of research. Reading Magic is quite a short book, full of hunour and very easy to read.

The Reading Bug

Before Paul Jennings started writing flltime, he was a special-education teacher and then a speech pathologist. Like Mem, Paul believes parents are the best reading teachers in the world and that parental involvement is key to a child learming to read and use language. This is another easy - to - read book which presents simple strategies to show how parents can use books to enrich their children's lives.

The Read-Aloud Handbook

This book was originally published in 1979 and is still in print. It contains many ideas to encourage reading in children. Originally a journalist, Jim Trelease has some interesting things to say about the US education system, with its emphasis on testing almost to the exclusion of all else. Like Mem Fox, Jim is a passionate advocate for children's literacy and the importance of reading to children.

1. Which book can better help children with reading difficulty?

A．Reading Magic.	B．The Reading Bug.
C．The Read-Aloud Handbook.	D．Rocket Your Child into Reading.

2. Who is both a teacher and author while creating works?

A．Paul Jennings.	B．Jim Trelease.
C．Mem Fox.	D．Jackie French.

3. What do the four books have in common?

A．They are all newly-printed books.

B．They are beautiful picture books.

C．They are offered to children for free.

D．They are books about raising readers.