1. What is the woman doing?
| A．Borrowing a tent. | B．Packing a tent. | C．Returning a tent. |
| A．To have fun. | B．To improve her fitness. | C．To get close to nature. |
| A．At a gym. | B．In the wild | C．At a climbing center. |
2 . Lonely Planet’s best in travel destinations for 2024 revealed
To mark its 50th anniversary, Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2024 has expanded from the top 10 best cities, countries, and regions to include two new categories of best value and best sustainable destinations, recognising a total of 50 locations across the globe offering amazing experiences to enjoy in 2024.
Spain tops the sustainable travel list, having taken enormous strides to boost off-season travel, expand renewable energy, spread visitors across the year, and bring tourism to previously overlooked destinations.
Wales too has been recognised as one of those leading the way in sustainability, thanks to its rebuilt railways expanding the possibilities of exploring the nation’s wild, wonderful west.
And bouncing back strongly from the 2020 bushfires is Kangaroo Island, which remains one of South Australia’s great ecotourism destinations.
Slow Travel, a favourite topic with Lonely Planet readers, is celebrated by highlighting the Portuguese Way hiking trail and the continued rise of night trains in Europe.
Meanwhile the popular sun-kissed country of Croatia is now easier to explore with the opening of the Peljesac Bridge shining a spotlight on the previously overlooked Peljesac Peninsula and a new highway means it’s now possible to travel directly between Split and Dubrovnik.
Algeria, the USA’s Midwest, Greek island of Ikaria and Normandy are just a few of those great value and often overlooked destinations, ideal for the cost-conscious traveller.
For those seeking to enjoy the great outdoors, the new Western Balkans’ Cycle Route is set to open in 2024 and Far North Scotland is bidding for UNESCO status for its unsung boggy area and a coastline of heartbreaking beauty.
1. Lonely Planet’s has expanded Best in Travel 2024 mainly to ________.| A．Response to negative comments on previous lists. |
| B．Fill diversity in Travel Preferences. |
| C．Mark its 50th anniversary. |
| D．Respond to a decline in travel interest. |
| A．Opening of the Peljesac Bridge. | B．Expansion of renewable energy. |
| C．Repair and rebuilding of railways. | D．Building a new highway in Ikaria. |
| A．North Scotland. | B．Croatia. | C．Greek. | D．Western Balkans. |
The Maryland Zoo’s Zoo Teen Program is an exciting way for high school students aged 14-17 to learn about zoos and animal protection, explorer opportunities, gain leadership skills, earn service learning hours, meet lifelong friends and so much more.
This is a year-round volunteer program. All teen volunteers will start as Zoo Guides, who make sure that a zoo visit starts on a pleasant, comfortable, and informative note by answering general questions about the zoo in a helpful and enthusiastic way, and by pointing out all the great exhibitions, events, and programs available. After successfully completing summer volunteer requirements as a Zoo Guide, Zoo Teens may choose the volunteer task(Guest Engagement and Education or Conservation and Research) that they would like to join in.
Zoo Teen Program Requirements
·Hand in a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
·Attend a group interview and be accepted into the program.
·Complete the Zoo Teen Volunteer Boot Camp.
·Meet a monthly requirement of 4 shifts(轮班)for at least one year(shifts will be scheduled on the same days each month).
·Attend at least 3 preservation service projects.
·Attend end-of-summer off-site preservation field trip project.
Important Dates
·January 31: Zoo Teen Program Application Opens
·April 14: Zoo Teen Program Application Closes
·May 6,7,13,21: Interview Dates
·May 30: Choices Made
·June 19 -23: Zoo Teen Volunteer Boot Camp(9: 00am -4: 00 pm daily)
Questions? Please contact the Volunteer Office at volunteers@marylandzoo. org or call 443-552-5266.
1. What do volunteers do at first?
| A．Help organize exhibitions. |
| B．Choose their preferred volunteer task. |
| C．Go on a field trip with experts |
| D．Provide information for zoo visitors. |
| A．Joining a 5-day Boot Camp. |
| B．Having a one-on-one interview. |
| C．Working at least 3 days a month. |
| D．Attending a monthly preservation project. |
| A．On April 14. | B．On May 21. | C．On May 30. | D．On June 23. |
5 . A Florida pet owner threw her cat to the Humane Society of Broward County late last month because the cat, known as Jerry, was too affectionate and noisy, according to reports.
The society posted a video of Jerry on TikTok that started with a letter titled, “TOO AFFECTIONATE!”in all caps and in blue.
“Yup that’s the reason why my owner put me here,” the letter read.“She said that I annoyed her and how sweet, loving and affectionate I was. But it was too much for her. She said I waited at the door for her and talked too much. I loved her, but she didn’t love me back.”
“I’m hoping somebody will love me for who I am,”the letter ended and was signed, “Jerry.”
At the bottom of the letter, there was a P.S. that read, “I’ve been waiting a long time for a home,” with an unhappy face emoji.
The video was viewed 9.1 million times, as of Sunday evening, was liked 1.6 million times and had nearly 30,000 comments.
The TikTok video was put to the organization’s page on Jan. 26, and the next day there were four families waiting at the shelter in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, ready to meet the 4-year-old black and white domestic short haired cat.
“His new mom saw his video on our social media pages and was here first thing when we opened the next day,” an official from the society said on Sunday.
By 2:45 p.m, the society updated everyone who reached out from across the country, saying Jerry was adopted.
“Sweet and loving Jerry has found a sweet and loving forever home where he can be as affectionate as he wants,” the Humane Society said in a new post.“Thanks to all of the shares on social media, Jerry’s video was seen by just the right person, and she ran to the shelter first thing this morning to adopt him. We couldn’t have done this without you all.”
1. What do we know about Jerry from the passage?| A．He annoyed his owner by waiting for a home. |
| B．He was a four-year-old cat with short black hair. |
| C．He was disliked by his old owner for his character. |
| D．He received little attention by writing a letter on line. |
| A．The wide concern on the video. | B．The great challenges that Jerry met. |
| C．The anxiety of the Humane Society. | D．The appreciation that the TikTok expressed. |
| A．Through posters from the Humane Society. |
| B．By seeing Jerry’s video on social media. |
| C．By seeing Jerry’s picture in a newspaper. |
| D．Through Jerry’s former owner’s introduction. |
| A．Social media’s support had no effect on Jerry’s adoption. |
| B．Jerry was adopted, but there’s no mention of social media’s role. |
| C．The Humane Society expresses anger towards Jerry’s previous owner. |
| D．Jerry found a new home, and appreciation is expressed for social media support. |
8 . Mental-health podcasts(播客) are no replacement for therapy, but they can be an excellent resource for information and reflection. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety or depression, these are an uplifting reminder that you’re not alone.
The Happiness Lab
Laurie Santos teaches a course at Yale University called Psychology and the Good Life, where she lectures on the science of happiness. Santos brings that material to a broader audience with her podcast, in which she invites mental health experts to discuss the science behind everyday emotions.
Inappropriate Questions
This podcast approaches mental health from a uniquely empathetic angle. In each episode, hosts Elena Lyle and Harvinder Wadhwa explore how a certain question can unintentionally make the answerer uncomfortable. For example, is it proper to offer the blind help if you don’t know whether they need it? Listeners get personal insights into discrimination, which may help them become more thoughtful communicators.
Disability After Dark
In his podcast, disability rights consultant Andrew Gurza has friendly chats with people about what it’s really like to live with disabilities. The host and his guests discuss their struggles in a world that doesn’t provide enough accessibility, why that impacts their mental health and how they’ve come to find pride in their disability.
Not Another Anxiety Show
Health and wellness coach Kelli Walker uses her podcast to explain to listeners that, although it can be scary, anxiety is a normal part of the human experience. Walker and expert guests describe why anxiety occurs in our brains and bodies and provide information about how it’s possible to live a fulfilled life while dealing with anxiety.
1. Which might be a better choice for worried listeners?| A．Disability After Dark | B．The Happiness Lab |
| C．Inappropriate Questions | D．Not Another Anxiety Show |
| A．They provide information on mental issues. | B．They make listeners proud and considerate. |
| C．They can take the place of therapy | D．They invite mental health experts. |
| A．Music. | B．Health. | C．Society. | D．Technology. |
| A．that | B．what | C．why | D．which |
A: Good morning.
B: I’m looking for some books for my father. His birthday is coming.
A: Well. What is he interested in?
B:
A: It’s a good hobby. Is he good at it?
B: No, not really. He often comes back without any fish.
A: I see.
B: Let me have a look. Oh, it’s for beginners.
A: Yes. It’s very helpful. I’m sure your father will like it.
B: Hmm… Thanks.
A:
B: Here you are.
A: Thank you.
A. What about this one?
B. Can you help me?
C. It’s too expensive.
D. 25 yuan.
E. What can I do for you?
F. I will take it.
G. He is interested in fishing.
