1 . A research team led by Del Pozo Cruz from the University of Southern Denmark, recently published a study that found walking 10,000 steps a day lowered the risk for dementia by 50%.

However, if walking occurred at a brisk pace of 112 steps a minute for 30 minutes, it maximized risk reduction, leading to a 62% reduction in dementia risk. The 30 minutes of fast-paced walking didn’t have to occur all at once — it could be spread out over the day. “Our take is that intensity of stepping matters — over and above volume,” said Cruz.

The new study followed 78,500 people between the ages of 40 and 79 from England, Scotland and Wales who wore wrist step counters for 24 hours a day over a seven day stretch. After counting each person’s total number of steps each day, researchers placed them into two categories: Fewer than 40 steps per   minute, which is more like when you’re walking from room to room — and more than 40 steps per minute, or so-called “purposeful” walking. A third category was created for peak performers — hose who took the most steps per minute within 30 minutes over the course of a day.

About seven years later, researchers compared that data to medical records and found people who took the most steps per minute showed the biggest reduction in risk for cancer, heart disease and early death from any cause.

Researchers found the association between peak 30-minute steps and risk reduction to be dependent on the disease studied: There was a 62% reduction for dementia, an 80% decline for cardiovascular disease and death, and about a 20% drop in risk for cancer.

What’s the takeaway? You don’t have to fixate on the numbers of steps. “Spend 30 minutes being breathless at whatever pace you’re at, and then keep challenging yourself to be slightly unsatisfied at your current level so you can get better and better,” said Dr. Andrew Freeman.

1. Which aspect of walking does the study focus on?

A．Its time.

B．Its pace.

C．Its length.

D．Its popularity.

2. What can we learn about the subjects in the third category?

A．They are the oldest.	B．They are from Wales.
C．They walk the quickest.	D．They walk without step counters.

3. What does paragraph 5 mainly tell us about the study?

A．Its findings.	B．Its procedures.
C．Its medical application.	D．Its theoretical significance.

4. What does Freeman suggest walkers do?

A．Count their steps as exactly as possible.	B．Spare themselves 30 minutes every day.
C．Aim a little higher than their present level.	D．Set a specific goal for themselves each day.

2 . Jaclyn Gartner, founder of the Happily Furever After Rescue in Bethel, Conn., was scrolling (翻) through photos of shelter animals when one caught her eye: a dog named Van Gogh with only one ear. His left ear had been torn off in the cruel world of dog fighting.

Gartner arranged for the nonprofit Pilots N Paws to fly Van Gogh to her in Connecticut in June.She put out the word on Facebook, Petfinder and Rescue Me that she had a friendly, one-eared dog in need of a home, but nobody wanted him.

After he’d been a part of her rescue for four months, Gartner looked at Van Gogh with his one ear and an idea struck her.“I’d seen TikTok videos of other dogs creating paintings, so why not Van Gogh?” Gartner said.So she dropped some bright paint on an 8-inch by 10-inch canvas (画布),and coated the top   with a thin layer of peanut butter. He licked (舔) the paint, and five minutes later when Gartner decided the   painting was done, she took the canvas away.It was perfect.

Van Gogh had a fast and creative tongue, completing one painting after another and even recreated Vincent van Gogh’s“The Starry Night.”“Then I invited people to come and meet him at an outdoor art gallery event,”Gartner said.She was disappointed when only two people showed up at the event on Oct.23.

Van Gogh’s first art show was a bust, but Gartner decided not to give up.She took action the following day.

“I put out a post on Facebook that I felt bad only two people showed up, and I said the rest of the art   was still available,”Gartner said.Suddenly, everyone wanted it.“The paintings sold out in two minutes.”

More importantly, she said, Van Gogh was finally adopted.

1. What did Gartner want to do for Van Gogh?

A．Find his owner.	B．Have his ear cured.
C．Take photos for him.	D．Help him to be adopted.

2. What inspired Gartner to have Van Gogh paint?

A．His well-known name.	B．Her own interest in painting.
C．TikTok videos of artistic dogs.	D．Paintings by Vincent van Gogh.

3. What does the underlined word“bust”in paragraph 4 mean?

A．Platform.

B．Choice.

C．Solution.

D．Failure.

4. Which of the following best describes Gartner?

A．Influential and interesting.	B．Caring and creative.
C．Humorous and hardworking.	D．Practical and professional.

3 . Icehouse and ice ticket

As early as Pre-Qin Dynasty, people used natural ice to keep food fresh and make cold drinks. The Zhou royal court had a specialized department called “ice administration”. They collected natural ice blocks each December to store in the icehouse. During the Qing Dynasty, “ice tickets” were used and they were available only to officials and the rich.

Ice container

The most commonly used cooling tool is called “Jian”, which is a big container filled with ice. It was made of clay in early Chinese history, and was later made of copper (铜). The “Jian” can be seen as an ancient refrigerator, which can be used to make cold drinks.

Hiding food in the well

During the Qin and Han dynasties, for common people, the most common way to cool off is by using their wells. Some families put a pot in the well as a cold closet, or put food in a basket and lowered the basket into the well with a rope.

Herbal drinks

During the Qing Dynasty, taking Chinese herbal medicine was popular in Beijing. In hot summer, some people preferred to drink ice water, some boiled perilla leaves, and liquorice as summer soup to keep off the heat. Ancient people also loved to make lotus seed soup in summer for the benefit of strengthening the body.

1. What does “Jian” have the same function as?

A．Container.

B．Refrigerator.

C．Clay.

D．Copper.

2. Which of the following is unavailable to common people?

A．Ice tickets.

B．Ice container.

C．Hiding food in the well.

D．Herbal drinks.

3. What’s the common purpose of the above four ways?

A．To strengthen the body.	B．To keep food fresh.
C．To escape the summer heat.	D．To make cold drinks.

4 . Big Space Events To Put In Your Calendar For 2022

MAY — CHINA’S SPACE STATION GETS BIGGER

May will see the launch of a new module for the Tiangong space station, China’s “Palace in the sky”. Its first core module, Tianhe was launched last April. The next module will be Wentian, a laboratory expected to launch between May and June. It will also serve as a backup core module and the place where future spacewalks from the taikonauts will take place. It will be followed by a second laboratory module, Mengtian, in August-September.

JUNE — INDIA’S SPACECRAFT TAKES ITS FIRST FLIGHT

ISRO, the Indian Space Research Organization, has announced that Gaganyaan (which translates to Sky Craft) will have is first unscrewed fight in June. The craft is panned to be a key vehicle in the Indian Human Spaceflight Program and, all going well in this test; it will be followed by a crewed test next year.

JULY — RUSSIA EYES THE MOONAGAIN

Russia’s Luna program had many successes with landers, rovers, and even sample returns, and Luna 25 is expected to follow in that tradition according to Russian Space Agency, Roscomos. The mission this fine is just a lander expected to touch down near the Lunar South Pole with instruments designed to study the soil. The location might be a possible area of interest for a permanent base on the Moon.

AUGUST — MORE LUNAR MISSIONS

August will see the launch of the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter, a panned lunar orbiter by the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI). This will be the first Korean Lunar Mission, a technology demonstration for KARI.

1. Which country will carry out multiple space tasks this year?

A．China.

B．India.

C．Russia.

D．Korea.

2. What do we know about Luna 25?

A．It will operate in low lunar orbit.	B．It will take a land on the Moon.
C．It will serve as a permanent base.	D．It will take its first crewed flight.

3. When is the first Korean Lunar Mission scheduled?

A．In May.

B．In June.

C．In July.

D．In August.

5 . 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。

Six weeks before his 97^th birthday, Giuseppe Paternò fulfilled the dream of a lifetime: He     1     (get) a university degree.

Mr. Paternò’s     2     (graduate) has inspired news reports around the world, partly because     3     his age. But he has also drawn attention because his life story speaks of commitment, a theme that has resonated (产生共鸣) as millions of schoolchildren in Italy and elsewhere face extraordinary uncertainty during the coronavirus pandemic.

Born in Palermo in 1923, the first of seven children in a “ very poor family ” , Mr. Paternò began working soon after     4     (finish) elementary school. It was only after he retired, in the mid-1980s, that he returned to his books.

“ His story proves that dreams can come true and that you can remain young — if not in age at least in spirit — if you develop interests. ” said Rosella Cancila, his essay adviser and     5     professor of history at the University of Palermo.

Italy’s university system is based on a three-year degree,     6     (follow) by a two-year master’s course. University officials are hoping that Mr. Paternò     7     (continue) his studies.

He isn’t so sure. “ I have to admit that in this moment, I don’t know     8     I would handle it with the same spirit. ” he said, noting that all the attention had been a bit tiring. Still, Mr. Paternò said, he would     9     (probable) register anyway. “ I want to keep my     10     (choice) open. ”

6 . This chart shows how much money Americans have in savings at every age.

The typical American household has an average of $ 8,863 in an account at a bank or credit union, according to a recent report from Bankrate that analyzed inflation-adjusted data from the Federal Reserve. That’s purely in liquid savings, so it doesn’t include retirement funds or other investments.

However, that amount varies greatly by age and household type.

Savings vary widely by household type and age

For many families, this amount of savings falls short, some experts warn. “The ultimate destination should be enough to cover six months’ expenses, perhaps 9 to 12 months for sole breadwinners or self-employed individuals,” Greg McBride, CFA and chief financial analyst for Bankrate, com, says in the report.

”Here’s the thing with emergency money: More is always better,” best-selling author and co-founder of AE Wealth Management David Bach tells CNBC Make It. “You hear all the time experts say, you should have three months of expenses set aside. Well, it depends. In the recession, when people lost their jobs, three months of expenses set aside wasn’t enough.”

Meanwhile, other research has found that 60 percent of millennials don’t have enough money to cover a $ 1,000 emergency.

In addition to building your emergency fund, you should aim to put around 15 percent of your income towards retirement savings, according to the financial services company Fidelity.

If you want to put more away each month, start by cutting back on Americans? three biggest expenses: housing, transportation and food. You can also research ways to trim (削减) your budget and look into strategies for boosting your income.

1. According to the chart, for those between 35 and 44, who have the most in savings?

A．Singles with children.	B．Singles without children.
C．Couples with children.	D．Couples without children.

2. According to Greg McBride, at least how much money should be set aside for a family with only one person who earns money?

A．3 months’ expenses.	B．6 months’ expenses.
C．9 months’ expenses.	D．12 months’ expenses.

3. Which column of a newspaper is this article probably from?

A．Business and trade.	B．Saving and investing.
C．Health and wellness.	D．Employment and retirement.

7 . Most students hate tests. The fear of failing them is really unpleasant.     1     Give these four study tips a try and see how much better you feel during your next exam.

1. Survey your textbook before you read.

Take a couple of minutes to find the word-list, index, questions and other important information. Then, when you sit down to study, you’ll know where to find the answers you are looking for.     2    .These questions let you know what you can probably expect in any upcoming tests.

2.     3    

As you read, summarize each section of the chapter on a post-it note. After you have read the entire chapter, go back and review the notes. It is an easy and efficient way to review information. And you can easily find the information you need.

3. Make your own practice test.

After you finish reading, pretend you are a professor writing a test for the chapter. Review the material you just read and make up your own practice test. Include all vocabulary words, study questions, and highlighted words you can find, as well as any other important information.     4       If not, go back and study some more.

4. Create visual flashcards.

Flashcards will help you remember important terms, people, places and dates. On the front of the card, write down the term or the question. This will help ensure that you grasp the study material.    5     Review these cards and quiz yourself before the actual test.

A．Use sticky notes.

B．Prepare a note book.

C．Take the test to see if you remember the information.

D．If all the questions are included, there is no need to worry.

E．But there are a few tricks you can learn how to avoid the worry.

F．On the back write down the definition or the answer.

G．Make sure you read any study questions before you read the chapter.

8 . The Guild Hall's exhibitions provide the perfect platform for learning about the arts through works on view and access to the artists who create them. Additionally, the Guild Hall Museum Admission is free thanks to Dime Community Bank and Landscape Details.

Adult and/or Senior Group Tour

It's a guided tour of Guild Hall's exhibitions for up to 30 people. This fully-led tour invites visitors to look closely and discuss works on view. Tours last about an hour, and are led by the Lewis B. Cullman Associate Curator for Learning & Public Engagement and Education Staff.

To know more about the tour, please contact The Lewis B. Cullman Associate Curator for Learning & Public Engagement, Casey Dalene at cdalene@guildhall.org.

Business/Organization Tour

The Museum Director and Curators offer an in-depth tour for up to 30 people. This fully-led tour offers a scholarly insight into the work and practice of each exhibiting artist, as well as a history of the Guild Hall Museum.

To reserve a tour, please contact Museum Director/Chief Curator, Christina Strassfield at museum@guildhall.org at least three weeks before your visit.

School Student Group Tour

Arranged specifically for teachers and students, this museum tour and the neighboring workshop offer a space to freely observe the work on view, discuss student observations and the history & crafts of the specific artists, and immediately apply that learning in an artist-led workshop. Visits last from an hour to ninety-minutes, and are led by Education Staff and a guest Teaching Artist.

To get more information, please contact The Pai Kenner Senior Associate for Learning & Public Engagement, Anthony Madonna at amadonna@guildhall.org.

Self-guided Tour

The Family ARTivity Guide encourages families of all agas to collectively explore the Guild Hall galleries. Using the guide to observe and discuss the works on view, families will be introduced to various ways of engaging with the work, like drawing, discussing, writing, and even dancing! Family ARTivity Guides are available on site at Guild Hall, or digitally available to complete at home with our Matterport tours.

1. Which tour do visitors need to book in advance?

A．Adult and/or Senior Group Tour.

B．Business/Organization Tour.

C．School Student Group Tour.

D．Self-guided Tour.

2. What will visitors do on the School Student Group Tour?

A．Meet an artist face to face.

B．Exchange their own works.

C．Get copies of the works for free.

D．Learn about the history of the museum.

3. What is special about the Self-guided Tour?

A．It provides more works for families.

B．It charges for the digital equipment.

C．It encourages artists to help visitors.

D．It offers multiple ways to participate.

9 . Best Flower Delivery Services

Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, an anniversary, or a holiday, sending pretty blooms is the perfect way to let someone know you’re thinking of them. We rounded up several amazing delivery services that not only ship fresh and beautiful bouquets of flowers, but also ensure timely deliveries.

Home Depot

$72

You probably already shop at Home Depot for all your home improvement needs, but do you know that the store also has a flower delivery service? From roses to carnations (康乃馨), this unexpected retailer has an arrangement for all your needs. Real Simple readers can save up to 40 percent using these Home Depot coupon codes (折扣码).

Urban Stems

$155

Unlike other flower delivery services, you can’t customize your Urban Stems bouquets, but with so many options available, you won’t want to. Along with same-day and next-day delivery, the company also lets you pre-order up to four weeks in advance. Real Simple readers can save up to 15 percent using these Urban Stems coupon codes.

Amazon Curated Flower Collection

$43

These days, pretty much everything imaginable is available on Amazon, and that includes flower deliveries. The Amazon Curated Flower Collection has arrangements to choose from that are available for same-day and next-day delivery. Flowers are shipped when they are still in their bud period to ensure they will last as long as possible.

White Flower Farm

$49

If you have a green thumb, you’ve probably heard of White Flower Farm. The family-owned nursery is known for growing a wide variety of plants and delivering them all over the country. But the gardening retailer also has an expansive (广阔的) range of high-quality house plants and fresh-cut bouquets available for purchase as well.

1. How much can a customer spend at least with Home Depot?

A．About $43.2.	B．Around $28.8.
C．Just$72.	D．About $10.8.

2. How long can customers order ahead of schedule?

A．About four fortnights.	B．Within two fortnights.
C．More than a month.	D．Less than two months.

3. Which is likely to be known to a person good at gardening?

A．Urban Stems.	B．Home Depot.
C．Amazon Curated Flower Collection.	D．White Flower Farm.

10 . He had two armed guards protecting him until his death aged 55. He also had two massive tusks（象牙）and, just as important, he had a name. Ahmed the elephant received the special treatment until his death in 1974, under an order from Kenya’s then-president Jomo Kenyatta. The name helped give Ahmed and, by extension, the cause of elephant conservation greater recognition.

With Ahmed the elephant in mind, Kenya last week launched the Elephant Naming Festival in which people get the chance to adopt an elephant after contributing money toward their chosen animal’s conservation.

The initiative gives the adoptive parent priority when it comes to choosing the first name of the elephant. The second name will be a Maasai（马赛族）one based on the animal’s profile, history, role in the family and physical attributes like the state of its tusks.

Launching the program, Najib Balala, a top official at the Ministry for Tourism and Wildlife, said the elephant-naming initiative will bring greater awareness of the need for conservation and promote tourism. Balala said the event will be held each year on Aug 12, observed as World Elephant Day.

“We feel that this is a great opportunity for everyone to be part of the sustainability of tourism and wildlife in Kenya for future generation,” Balala said.

“Wildlife is a big part of Kenya’s heritage and ensuring that future generations enjoy this resource should always remain the most important. The launch of the Magical Kenya Elephant Naming Festival builds on the good work that the Kenya Wildlife Service and other partners have been doing over the years.”

1. What has the special treatment to Ahmed brought about?

A．More people are willing to protect elephants.

B．More people are anxious to collect tusks.

C．More elephants are guarded by armed soldiers.

D．More elephants are released to the wild.

2. What can adoptive parents do in the Elephant Naming Festival?

A．Adopt an elephant according to its role in the family.

B．Take priority for giving their elephant’s first name.

C．Contribute money toward launching the initiative.

D．Consult the elephant’s profile to give it the second name.

3. Why was the Elephant Naming Festival launched?

A．To be in memory of the dead elephant Ahmed.

B．To raise money for the cause of elephant conservation.

C．To contribute to wildlife protection and sustainable tourism.

D．To offer people a chance of naming and adopting an elephant.

4. What is Najib Balala’s attitude to the elephant-naming initiative?

A．Supportive.

B．Objective.

C．Doubtful.

D．Disapproving.