1. Which car has got its back damaged?
A.The white car. | B.The black car. | C.The red car. |
A.Take the injured to hospital. | B.Call the ambulance. | C.Ask the police for help. |
2 . WHY SHENNONGJIA?
As we know, in 2016, Shennongjia made it on to the UNESCO World Heritage List. But there are so many important places not yet on this list. So you might ask: why Shennongjia?
UNESCO awarded Shennongjia this status because it meets two criteria required by the list. It contains a naturally-balanced environment that allows the many and various species to live and prosper. It is also one of the rare locations in the world where scientists can observe in real time the ecological and biological processes that occur as the plants and animals develop and evolve.
For the first criterion, Shennongjia is apparently one of the most “complete” natural areas in the world. The region rises from about 400 metres to over 3, 000 metres above sealevel, giving it the name the “Roof of Central China”.
For the second criterion, we can see that Shennongjia has incredible biodiversity. Look at this slide. According to official statistics, over 3, 000 plant species have been recorded there. This represents more than ten percent of China’s total floral richness.
It is a challenge to look after so many species. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey. Thanks to their efforts, the monkey’s population has doubled since the 1980s.Their number reached over 1, 300 in 2015 and continues to grow.
But the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people, who take things from nature without causing damage. I visited a local village which is known for its home-made honey. What is special about the honey is that it is produced by the earliest species of Chinese bee. All of this explains why Shennongjia earned—and deserves—its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List, as well as highlighting how understanding, awareness and hard work have contributed towards protecting a unique and wonderful part of our natural world.
1. Why is Shennongjia included in the UNESCO World Heritage List?A.Because its forests stretch on and on like great green seas. |
B.Because it is the legendary father of Chinese herbal medicine. |
C.Because it satisfies the two requirements for the status. |
D.Because it has the mysterious creature called “Yeren”. |
A.Roof of Central China | B.Roof of Northern China |
C.Roof of Eastern China | D.Roof of Southern China |
A.Patient. | B.Careful. | C.Confident. | D.Hard-working. |
A.A local village. | B.The local people. |
C.Some special monkeys. | D.The wild bees. |
This is the year 2070. Today is my
I remember when I
I remember there were “Saving Water” warnings in many public places, but nobody
In the past, doctors suggested adults drink eight glasses of water a day. Nowadays, I am allowed half a glass only. Most people are weak and sick.
When my son asks me about my childhood, I tell him about how pleasant it was to fish in the rivers
I hope the people living in the 2020s
4 . We all know that some animals adapt to living in very cold environment, like polar bears in the frozen Arctic. But what about the opposite situation? How do animals become adapted to the life in very hot places? A great example of animals beating heat is the camel living in deserts.
A major problem for camels in deserts is the temperature. It’s hot and dry during the day and can be very cold at night. So their fur can not only protect them from the burning sun at daytime, but also help keep warm at night. Another thing is that camels have long necks and legs, so they have large surface area to lose heat easily. They can stand body temperature above41℃, which would be really damaging to living creatures like us humans. And how can they manage to travel a long distance without water at all in deserts? They have large flat feet to spread their weight on the shifting sand. They store fat in their humps to keep them from getting hungry or dehydrated. This helps when they’re not able to find food or water for long periods of time.
In addition to these, camels have other ways to adapt to their environment. In a desert, it can sometimes get very dusty. However, camels don’t mind since they have extremely thick and long eyelashes which protect their eyes from blowing sand. Sand up the nose can be a problem, but not for camels. They can shut their nostrils during sandstorms.
1. What do we know about camels living in deserts?A.Their fur can help keep cool at night. |
B.They have long necks to protect them from blowing sand. |
C.They have large flat feet to walk on the sand. |
D.They can stand body temperature up to 41℃. |
A.Being lack of water. | B.Being lack of food. |
C.Being lack of fat. | D.Being lack of direction. |
A.The Camel —the Best Traveller in Deserts | B.The Camel Needs More Water |
C.The Harder, the Better | D.Be the Best in Deserts |
5 . College. It means that you are finally going to leave your parents’ nest and experience a lot of personal freedom and independence. You’ll wear whatever you want. You’ll make new friends. And you are definitely ready to enjoy your time in “paradise”.
However, college might be different than you have considered. When an English speaking contest was held in Beijing, about two-thirds of the 62 college students recalled their frustrations about their life in college.
Many of them said they didn’t know what they were supposed to do in college. “Most of the time, I lingered around in my dorm, idling hours and hours away, watching entertainment shows or soap operas on the Internet, or chatting with roommates, ”Huang Xuan, 23, from Guangxi University, said of his first two years of college life.
However, one day his mum asked him about his future plans after college. It was then that he realised his future would be ruined if he kept up such self-indulgence.
Li Yan, 20, from Shenzhen University, suffered a loss of not being one of the “marked” students. She was neither the chairman of the Student Union nor the one with the highest scholarship. Sun Tingting, 21, from Suzhou University of Science and Technology, dominated all the exams with the highest scores, but she felt confused because when she was free, she could think of nothing else to do and no one else to talk to. Zhang Xin, 19, from Beijing Foreign Studies University, began to re- examine what “college” means after she noticed many graduates from elite schools ending up in a job that does not pay well. “Our future is not guaranteed by our college, but rather by how we reshape ourselves in college.”
“Young people are experiencing ‘growing pains’,” said Li Fang, a mental health consultant. In the process of self-discovery, she thinks many Chinese young people suffer more than their peers in the West. Their independence comes much later. They are so used to relying on their parents that when independence suddenly comes in college, it can be difficult.
“Relax,“ Li advised. “This is part of growing up.”
1. The underlined expression “idling hours and hours away” in paragraph 3 can be replaced by “________”.A.killing time | B.making use of time |
C.saving time | D.valuing time |
A.They are no longer the “best” students. |
B.They have no friends to talk to in their spare time. |
C.They have trouble communicating with their parents. |
D.They realise that good college doesn’t guarantee a good job. |
A.They often abandon themselves to watching TV or shows on the Internet. |
B.They are accustomed to counting on their parents before coming to college. |
C.They have never left their parents’ nests. |
D.They are definitely ready to enjoy their time in college. |
A.Learn from their peers in the West. |
B.Consult a psychologist. |
C.Relax and consider this as part of growing up. |
D.Stop relying on their parents and learn to take responsibility. |
1. How long is the lecture about ants?
A.60 minutes. | B.45 minutes. | C.30 minutes. |
A.In Theater A. | B.In Theater B. | C.In Theater C. |
A.David Crocker. | B.Monica Chaddha. | C.Jane Smith. |
A.At 2:00 p. m. | B.At 2:30 p. m. | C.At 3:00 p. m. |
8 . Top Chinese Restaurants in the Greater Seattle Area
Dumpling Generation
As the name implies, baskets of steamed dumplings are the move here. The wrappers are hand-rolled—not too thin or thick—and the fillings are savory and juicy. Ifyou prefer a strong taste, get the dumplings that include Chinese chives (韭菜), which have large, flat leaves that aren’t afraid to announce their presence.
Xi’an Noodles
Biang biang noodles take their name from the satisfying sound you hear when chefs slap dough (面团) on the counter. The impact creates the specialty noodles of the northwest Chinese city of Xi’an. These chewy, hand-ripped noodles center in most dishes on the menu. Order them as a soup,or as a bowl tossed with spicy cumin (孜然) lamb or just some chili hot oil.
Friendship BBQ
The Northeastern-Chinese-style grilled baroque restaurant is actually the Seattle branch of a New York-based chain. Meats and seafood come coated in a cumin-forward seasoning with your choice of spice level. Don’t miss the side dishes, including the garlic eggplant, which is roasted until the flesh is covered with a garlic sauce. Despite its authentic taste, you’ll constantly be wowed by its cool new recipes. That’s probably what sets it apart in the Chinese food scene.
Imperial Garden
The dim sum menu contains all the favorites and any extras make great takeaway. But Imperial Garden’s star remains the Peking Roast Duck—shaved pieces of meat topped with long narrow pieces of shiny duck skin,served with steamed pancakes. While the restaurant uses white tablecloths and is spacious enough to accommodate large banquets, the vibe (氛围) isn’t formal.
1. What do Dumpling Generation and Xi’an Noodles have in common?A.Steamed foods. | B.Plain taste. |
C.Handmade dishes. | D.Northwestern origin. |
A.It’s not locally owned. | B.It has innovative spirit. |
C.It features roasted dishes. | D.It has casual atmosphere. |
A.Imperial Garden. | B.Dumpling Generation. |
C.Friendship BBQ. | D.Xi’an Noodles. |
1. What is the weather like today?
A.Rainy. | B.Snowy. | C.Sunny. |
A.At 5: 30. | B.At 6: 00. | C.At 6: 30. |
A.Whistles. | B.Maps. | C.Cameras. |
A.Go surfing. | B.Go hiking. | C.Go boating. |
1. What is the man?
A.A doctor. | B.A host. | C.A teacher. |
A.Cassie’s friend | B.Cassie’s mother. | C.Cassie’s friend’s mother. |
A.One year. | B.Four years. | C.Five years. |
A.She gets bored with it. |
B.She enjoys it in general. |
C.She always works overtime. |