1 . The teenage years are a transformative period marked by great physical, psychological, and emotional changes.     1     They refer to the feelings that arise during interactions with others, such as gratitude, shame, sympathy, guilt, and pride.

Understanding and managing social emotions can help develop teenagers’ identities. Teenagers experience a wide range of emotions from social interactions, which significantly influences their self-understanding and social awareness. In the process, they learn to understand, and appropriately respond to both their own emotions and those of others.     2    

In academic settings, social emotional competencies like self-regulation, motivation, and social awareness directly impact a teenager’s ability to learn, participate, and engage in school activities.     3     Teenagers with strong social emotional skills are better equipped to handle stress, resist peer pressure, and avoid risky behaviors, reducing the likelihood of developing mental health issues.

Learning social emotions involves a combination of personal experience, guidance, and formal education.     4     This environment influences teenagers’ earliest understanding of how to communicate and manage their emotions. They feel safe and supportive to express their emotions freely and learn to manage them without fear of judgment. Schools also play a significant role through social emotional learning programs that teach these skills in a structured environment. Community involvement, extracurricular activities, and peer (同伴) interactions offer additional opportunities for teenagers to practice and refine their social emotional skills.

    5     It contributes to a teenager’s ability to manage their own emotions, understand others’ emotions, and face social complexities. This learning is a cornerstone for shaping their identity, influencing their interpersonal relationships, academic success, mental health, and future life outcomes.

A．What exactly are social emotions?

B．The journey into mature emotion is quite easy.

C．Social emotion learning for teenagers is essential.

D．Central to this phase is the concept of social emotions.

E．This helps shape their own personal principles and beliefs.

F．Families play a crucial role in modeling and developing these skills.

G．Moreover, social emotional skills are closely linked to mental health.

2 . UK’s Best Long-Distance Walks

Hadrian’s Wall Trail
Entire length: 83 miles
You can see the rich Roman history along the way, not just the wall itself, but also remains of important Roman forts and good museums. This walk brings you scenic variety that stretches from the modern cityscapes to the sandstone shades, and from the wasteland heights to green rural scenes.
Great Glen Way
Entire length: 73 miles
The Great Glen Way long-distance trail passes the foot of the UK’s highest mountain, follows the lakeside of Loch Ness, and crosses the Scottish Highlands. The castles scattered along the way are witness to Scotland’s past.
Coast to Coast Walk
Entire length: 192 miles
The Coast to Coast, one of Britain’s classic walking routes, was originated and described by Alfred Wainwright, author of a well-known series of mountain-walking guide books. Walk this trail for the feeling of crossing England from the Irish Sea to the North Sea, and to explore the national parks of the Lake District.
Channel Island Way
Entire length: 110 miles
This long-distance walk along the islands to the south of England takes you island hopping to see well preserved WWII fortifications, rugged cliffs, quiet villages and a fantastic range of pubs. Each of the eight Channel Islands has their own separate character.
1. What is special about the Hadrian’s Wall Trail?

A．Roman history.

B．Rural life.

C．Beautiful landscapes.

D．Coastal scenery.

2. What do Great Glen Way and Coast to Coast Walk have in common?

A．Passing by castles.	B．Enjoying lake scenery.
C．Crossing highlands.	D．Lying in national parks.

3. Who will be most interested in this leaflet?

A．Catherine, who is fond of reading.	B．Julie, who enjoys taking photos.
C．Andrew, who is interested in history.	D．Tommy, who likes outdoor activities

3 . Come to China, enjoying four amazing teas

West Lake Longjing

West Lake Longjing is one of China’s famous green teas, produced in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. It’s renowned for its unique appearance, aroma and taste. With a long history dating from the Tang Dynasty, Longjing tea improved over time, and was offered as a tribute (贡品) in the Qing Dynasty. West Lake Longjing tea is known for its benefits such as refreshing the mind, quenching (缓解) thirst, and reducing fats in the blood.

Enshi Yulu

Enshi Yulu is the only remaining steamed needle-shaped green tea in China, produced in Enshi, Hubei province. The dry tea resembles pine needles and has a lush green color. Its production technique dates back to the Tang Dynasty and gained fame during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Enshi Yulu has a moderate selenium (硒) content and offers health benefits such as antioxidation and anticancer properties.

Pu’er

Pu’er is a unique fermented (发酵的) tea from Yunnan province classified into two types: raw and ripe Pu’er. It originated in the Tang Dynasty, but it wasn’t until the Qing Dynasty that Pu’er tea became significant trade goods. Raw Pu’er tea is initially bitter but becomes smoother and pleasant with age. Ripe Pu’er tea undergoes artificial fermentation, resulting in a rich flavor with distinctive aged aromas and sweetness.

Jasmine Tea

Typically based on green tea, jasmine tea combines the fragrance of jasmine flowers with tea leaves. It dates back to the Song Dynasty when people began mixing jasmine flowers with tea to enhance the tea’s fragrance. By the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it had became a tribute tea for the imperial court. Jasmine tea is particularly suitable for consumption in hot summers, helping people to cool down.

1. Which type of tea best suits patients with cancer?

A．West Lake Longjing.

B．Enshi Yulu.

C．Pu’er.

D．Jasmine Tea.

2. Pu’er tea has its uniqueness in that __________.

A．it is produced with artificial technology

B．the aging process allows it a rich flavour

C．it was supplied to the emperor as a tribute

D．the fermentation happens in natural states

3. What do the four types of tea have in common?

A．They were available in the Tang Dynasty.

B．They are green teas with different aromas.

C．They are well-known for their medicinal value.

D．They developed over time before rising to fame.

4 . I recently retired from twenty-three fulfilling years as a classroom teacher. I always _________ my success in hugs and smiles from my students, not by data and test scores. I always _________ that I would have a positive influence on each of the young lives.

One day, I was standing in the checkout line of a local grocery store when I heard a _________ voice behind me “Excuse me, miss, but I think you were my seventh grade teacher.” I turned and had to _________ the speaker, a young man well over six feet tall.

He told me his name, and I _______ remembered which class he had been in, and even how he had _________ reading. We _________ briefly, and I asked what he was doing these days. “I am going to college,” he answered. “I want to be a _________ teacher.” “Wait a minute,” I said. “The Eddie I remember _________ to read.”

“Yes, ma’am. That was me. Because of how you never gave up on me, I now __________ I can make a difference,” he continued. “If you had not made me realize I had some __________, if you had not believed in me and if you had not __________ me, I would never have gone to college.”

I know how __________ one teacher can impact the life of a person who does not believe in himself. We may never know how much influence we have had on them, but when a __________ student reaches out and says, “Thank you,” I feel a ________ that will accompany me for the rest of my life.

1.

A．celebrated

B．shared

C．measured

D．achieved

2.

A．predicted

B．explained

C．confirmed

D．prayed

3.

A．curious

B．hesitant

C．plain

D．sweet

4.

A．look up at

B．hold on to

C．catch up with

D．get away from

5.

A．instantly

B．temporarily

C．secretly

D．doubtfully

6.

A．anticipated

B．fancied

C．practised

D．hated

7.

A．looked

B．joked

C．chatted

D．debated

8.

A．music

B．reading

C．business

D．sports

9.

A．refused

B．intended

C．preferred

D．promised

10.

A．deny

B．believe

C．complain

D．declare

11.

A．privilege

B．weaknesses

C．potential

D．questions

12.

A．entertained

B．stopped

C．attracted

D．encouraged

13.

A．precisely

B．powerfully

C．thoroughly

D．fearfully

14.

A．former

B．courageous

C．naughty

D．troublesome

15.

A．growth

B．desire

C．warmth

D．signal

5 . Summer camps everywhere are filling up fast, but opportunities remain open for camps where fun and games come around food- growing it, that is. Your kids will learn how to tend to vegetables and livestock (家畜) and almost certainly taste the fruits of their labor. Here’s a small sampling of what’s out there.

Muscot, New York

This farm, offers a half-day Wangler Camp for kids (a livestock-centred experience) and a two-week long Young Farmers camp for kids in grades one through eight. Camps range from $150 for weeklong half-day sessions to $350 for full-day sessions

Sproutai’ Up, Colorado

An agriculture farm with a focus on education, Sprout’ Up offers skill-building programs for teens throughout the year, but their summer camp for kids is all about fun. In addition to farm activities the kids spend time at a local climbing gym. Three weekly half-day sessions are available for half-day sessions are available for $200 each.

Humboldt, California

Located north of San Francisco, this sleepaway camp spreads out over several hundredacres in the coastal hills of Sonoma County. The lodging (住处) is tent-style, with outdoorshowers. A range of farm activities are available throughout the summer.

Alegre, Georgia

Your kids will clean and brush a horse, and learn to milk a goat at this camp. Three-daysessions (mornings only) cost $125, and parents can attend with their children for an extrafee.

1. Which camp best suits kids who enjoy climbing?

A．Museum.

B．Sproutai'Up.

C．Humbold.

D．Alge.

2. What can kids do in Alegre?

A．Interact with animals.	B．Have sessions in the afternoon.
C．Sleep in tents at night.	D．Enjoy the scenery of coastal hills.

3. What do the four camps have in common?

A．They provide full-day camps.	B．They offer farm-themed camps.
C．They are located in the same state.	D．They focus on health education.

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The Duan inkstone, one of the four most famous inkstones in China,     1     (originate) in the mountains by the Duanxi River in Guangdong Province. Since the Tang Dynasty, it has been the     2     (center) region for Duan inkstone production and even today, most of the villagers still earn their living by making inkstones.

Throughout hundreds of years, villagers have developed     3     scientific production system. The process involves stone selection, material screening, shape designing, carving, and wooden box matching, among     4     stone selection and carving are the two most important steps.

Purple     5     color, Duan inkstones are glossy and as smooth as silk. They enjoy a great reputation as they never crack even when     6     (place) in low temperatures. It is a long and laborious process to handpick flawless Duan stones. Miners dig in tunnels less than one meter high at the riverside, and using tools such as dynamite (炸药)     7     (forbid).

Carving involves good conception, and highlights the fine shape of the stones     8     carving skills. In addition to natural designs, flying dragons, flowers and birds, figures, mountains and waters are common     9     (image) carved on the stones. The matching boxes are also carefully chosen and are often made of purple sandalwood and rosewood. The Duan inkstone has various styles, and new-style products are designed one after another     10     (meet) increased export demands.

7 . Loving your own body is often easier said than done. Do you know that 70% of women between the ages of 18-30 dislike their bodies?     1     45% say they are dissatisfied with their bodies too. There are countless ways you can work on body positivity, and you’ll have to find out what works for you.

Think healthier, not skinnier

When you’re making meals, or when you’re hitting the gym, don’t set your fitness goals according to a number you’d like to see on the scale. Exercise and a healthy diet shouldn’t be a punishment.     2     So, instead of thinking about how much your body weighs, or how it’s shaped, think about all the amazing things it can do.

Surround yourself with positivity

Negative messages about body image are all around us. According to one study, participants who spent more time on social media were more likely to develop a negative body image and eating disorders.     3     Look for positive people, people who practice self-love, and people who will encourage you to be who you are.

Focus on the things you like about yourself

Every time a negative thought about your body pops into your mind, counter it with something positive. Try making lists of the things you like about your body. And not just how it looks, but the things it allows you to do.     4     We naturally tend to look for our dissatisfactions and overlook the good things. To break out of that way of thinking, it will take daily repetition. Just keep at it.

Stop comparing yourself to others

    5     One person is beautiful in one way, and the next person in some other way. And isn’t that how it should be? Imagine how boring it would be if there were only one way to be, and to feel, beautiful. Comparing yourself to others can leave you feeling like you don’t look the way you should, but you’re not supposed to look like someone else; you’re supposed to look like you.

A．List it all out.

B．Pick up a new hobby.

C．And men aren’t much better off.

D．People come in all shapes and sizes.

E．So, try to cut out the negativity that you can.

F．Often we project our own insecurities onto others.

G．It is one way we show respect and appreciation for our bodies.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the speakers do just now?

A．They went to a concert.

B．They went to the movies.

C．They visited an exhibition.

2. How did the man get the tickets?

A．He got them from his sister.

B．He bought them at a higher price.

C．He bought them in the ticket office.

3. What selective course did the man choose?

A．Marketing.

B．Accounting.

C．Fashion design.

9 . This Bachelor of Nursing course is designed to enable Registered Nurses with a diploma qualification in nursing to expand their professional education to a bachelor’s degree. This nursing degree consists of core studies and subjects relevant to the context of nursing practice in Singapore.

Students are assisted to expand their knowledge base in the discipline of nursing and apply this knowledge to nursing practice. They are also provided with the opportunity to develop academic and practical skills, and the attitudes needed to comprehend and evaluate new nursing knowledge in the discipline of nursing.

Course Highlights

•Learn from our experienced academic team and fly-in lecturers from La Trobe University.

•This course is under the list of accredited Nursing Education Programmes by the Singapore Nursing Board(SNB).

•The Nursing Degree programme is 100% coursework based. Students will be graded on assignments and project work basis.

•PSB Academy and La Trobe University awards 2 Nursing Scholarship annually with no bond requirements for students who applied for the Bachelor of Nursing programme.

Admission criteria

•Applicants must hold a minimum three-year nursing certificate or diploma in nursing from a La Trobe approved and recognized nursing school.

•Applicants need to have a current registration with SNB as a Registered Nurse.

•Students must be employed as registered nurses and hold a valid (有效的) practising certificate from SNB.

•Students need to be competent in communicating in English. As such, applicants who completed their pre-registration nursing education in a language other than English must provide evidence of their proficiency (能力) in the English language.

1. How can the participants benefit from the course?

A．They will be qualified as a patient nurse.

B．They will be trained to be a registered nurse.

C．They will have their performance assessed.

D．They will have their knowledge and skills updated.

2. What might be a striking feature of the course?

A．Internationally recognized coursework.

B．One-to-one instructions from lecturers.

C．A chance to get a nursing scholarship.

D．The evaluation of students’ exam results.

3. Which of the following is required of a participant?

A．Having prior nursing experiences.

B．Holding a one-year nursing certificate.

C．Finishing nursing education in English.

D．Working as an officially registered nurse.

10 . I read a lot of nonfiction, mostly books about current issues. The topics vary but most of the books share a common feature. When I come to the last chapter — the one where solutions are supposed to be offered — I’m usually left disappointed. Most authors fall back on “I’ve laid out the problem, you fix it.” When solutions are offered, they usually call for strong action by the government, which, these days, is useless.

So I was excited when I recently read Jonathan Haidt’s new book, The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness.

Haidt, a social psychologist from New York University, shows how the play-based childhood began to decline in the 1980s, and how it was finally wiped out by the arrival of the phone-based childhood in the early 2010s. As teens traded in their flip phones (翻盖手机) for smartphones packed with social media apps, time online soared while time engaging face-to-face with friends and family dived.

He presents more than a dozen mechanisms by which this great rewiring of childhood has interfered with children’s social and neurological development, covering everything from addiction to loneliness, social comparison, and perfectionism.

What stands out in Haidt’s book is his commitment — along with many other educators, parents and community groups — to addressing the shortage of free play and the excess of social media. This eye-opening book is a powerful call-to-arms, offering practical advice for parents, schools, governments, and teens themselves. Solutions range from parents setting limits on their children’s use of smartphones, to groups of parents cooperating so their children won’t feel rejected by kids living in a phone-centered world.

To all the local schools, parents and agencies already working to let kids be kids, I say thanks, and keep up the good work. To everyone else interested in the subject, I urge you to read Haidt’s book and check out the many resources and groups he cites. If people don’t push for change, then tech companies driven by data collection and ad revenue (收入) will continue to rule kids’ lives, rather than parents and local communities.

1. Why do most books about current issues disappoint the author?

A．They explore the same topic.

B．They justify government actions.

C．They fail to offer practical solutions.

D．They lack a full review of the situation.

2. The underlined part in paragraph 4 means the shift in kids’ energy and attention from ______.

A．flip phones to smart ones

B．the physical world to the virtual one

C．academic studies to stylish entertainments

D．over-protected childhood to care-free adulthood

3. What is the highlight of The Anxious Generation?

A．It offers fresh insight into social media.

B．Its content is well received by children.

C．It will influence collective decision-making.

D．Its author suggests ways to fix the problems.

4. What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph?

A．Issue a warning.	B．Recommend a book.
C．Express gratitude.	D．Present an argument.