1 . NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon

Join us on Sunday, April 28, 2024, for the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon! Starting in North Brooklyn, the route offers stunning waterfront views and passes under the historic Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn Bridges. Experience the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, from Fulton Street & Flatbush Avenue to the grandeur of Grand Army Plaza, and finish in Prospect Park.

Registration:

Fees for NYCRUNS members are $135 if registered by December 13th. Non-members pay $150. Register early to secure your spot in this unforgettable race! NYCRUNS members can enjoy a $10 discount on the registration fee. Additionally, up to 50% of the race fee can be covered using Race Credit.

Amenities:

NYCRUNS is known for putting on running events of the highest quality. After the race, celebrate your achievement with the official race shirt and an incredible medal with pride! When you finish, enjoy fresh Brooklyn bagels, NYS apples and more!

Awards:

Top finishers in various age groups will be recognized. Prize money will only be awarded to athletes who complete the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon in a gun time faster than the qualifying time. Athletes may be subject to drug testing to ensure a fair and equal field.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Non-profits interested in group volunteering, please contact us.

Transportation:

Public transportation recommended.

Closest stations: L train to Bedford Avenue, G train to Metropolitan Avenue.

Register today and be a part of this unforgettable Brooklyn experience!

1. What is the starting point of the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon?

A．Prospect Park.	B．North Brooklyn.
C．Williamsburg Bridge.	D．Manhattan Bridge.

2. How much is the early bird registration fee for non-members?

A．$75.

B．$135.

C．$150.

D．$200.

3. What can participants expect to receive after completing the race?

A．A shirt and a finisher’s medal.	B．Prize money based on the age.
C．Free transportation services.	D．A gift from NYS Apple Stores.

2 . 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。

Demand for Chinese stories turns a page at Italian book fair

A picture book series titled Palace Cats,    1    (picture) a few of the furry occupants of the Palace Museum, the huge national museum complex housed in the Forbidden City in the heart of Beijing, caught the eyes of nearly all visitors    2    the exhibition area of a Chinese publishing house at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair,    3    ran from March 6- 9 in the central Italian city.

In its 60th edition, the annual book fair is    4    major international forum for publishers, authors    5    illustrators of children’s literature to exchange ideas, forge bonds and select partners.

At the 32-square-meter stand of China Science and Technology Press, hundreds of Chinese story books and science books for children were on n display. Audrey Lorenzini, an    6    (independence) publisher from Padova, Italy,    7    (discuss) copyright issues with the Chinese exhibitors.

“It’s very difficult for children in Italy    8    (access) books about Chinese culture,”she said while looking for books for Italians who want to learn about China.

    9    (profession) and publishers, including Beijing-based UTOP publishing house and China Children’s Press and Publication Group,    10    (draw) to the exhibition booths of other Chinese publishers to seek deals for cooperation.

3 . Since it is your birthday as an adult, you’ll want it awesome! It can be tricky to plan. Everyone will have various ideas about it. But as long as everyone has fun, the possibilities are endless. Here are some helpful tips.

Brainstorm ideas. The first thing you need to do is come up with some ideas for how you might want to celebrate your birthday. Get together with a couple of closest friends and think as many possibilities as you can.    1    .

    2    .Once you have ideas, talk with your parents. They might disappoint you by not seeming too enthusiastic about them, but work with them. They really do want you to have fun!

Decide the number of people. You might want the party small or big.    3    , but it’s good to have a rough idea of numbers before you get too far ahead in the planning.

Pick a theme.    4    , you can think about what theme you would like. Talk it over with friends and family and try to come up with something. A theme is a good way to tie the party together.

Send out invitations.    5    . You can either write out them by hand, email them, or tell in person. You could also use free services on the internet.

A．Run ideas

B．Get some entertainment

C．This is a chance to be a bit creative

D．Now you have a good idea of the size

E．Make sure everybody understands the plans

F．Which size works better will depend on what kind of party

G．They know you well, and can tell you if you have a really good idea

4 . As 3D printing technology improves, people keep finding new uses for it. And the latest is pretty sweet: cheesecake. Researchers with the department of mechanical engineering at Columbia University created a seven-ingredient slice of cake using a 3D printer, and they say printing foods could be a new cooking option with several benefits.

Such printers have been used to make organs before, and similar technologies already exist in the food space 一like pizza and bread robots, pasta printers and automatic cake decorators, the researchers say in the study, published in the NPJ Science and Food journal.

The researchers defined printed food as“the controlled deposition(沉淀), of an ingredient; as such, any ingredient that was pushed into paste(酱),” and they say many existing processed foods can be considered “printed” by this definition. So, in order to make the 3D-printed peanut butter -banana cheesecake with a cherry coat, all the ingredients had to be converted into paste-like substances. All seven ingredients were put in to the 3D printer and then printed out in layers into the shape of a piece of cheesecake.

The researchers say 3D printing food could allow cooks to control the nutrient content in a meal and also offer the ability to make more customized meals. It also reduces human contact with food, which could prevent the spread of food-borne illnesses and diseases.

They also see sustainability benefits to printing food, because ingredients can be locally sourced, plant-based meals can be created and the shelf life of the foods could be extended.

Printing food could also help people with swallowing and other digestive disorders,by providing new food options, rather than the bland foods they may be restricted to.

While some processed foods could have better taste, texture, cleanliness and shelf lives, processing foods can also degrade their nutrients. However, the researchers hope developing the 3D printing technology can help prevent nutrient degradation while processing foods.

1. What does the author intend to tell us in paragraph 2?

A．Printing food is not as strange as it sounds.

B．Such printers were only used in medical before.

C．Printing pizza is similar to printing bread robots.

D．This technology gets the approval of many scientists.

2. How did the researchers make the ingredients printable?

A．By squeezing them into paste.

B．By cutting them into pieces.

C．By shaping them into layers.

D．By putting them into different printers.

3. What is the benefit of printing cooking?

A．Increasing human contact with food.

B．Making meals become more nutritious.

C．Promoting the spread of food-borne diseases.

D．Treating the disorders associated with food.

4. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A diet dairy.

B．A cookbook.

C．A medical magazine.

D．A science journal.

5 . Here’s a recipe for a good animal rescue story: Take one residential creek (小溪), add one lone dolphin and then bring in 28 determined biologists. Mix well and enjoy the happy ending.

A young dolphin wandered off its usual path and ended up in a creek in Clearwater, Florida. Biologists with Clearwater Marine Aquarium had been monitoring it since Jan. 1. It appeared reluctant to return to open waters via a small opening under a bridge. “Since monitoring began, the dolphin had not left the creek,” the aquarium said last week. “This posed potential long-term problems. Dolphins are naturally sociable creatures, so if they are isolated from other dolphins, they may turn their attention to human interaction.” This can be dangerous, both for dolphins and humans. Humans who get too close to dolphins can find themselves with injuries such as broken bones.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium partnered with NOAA Fisheries and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission to guard the dolphin to safety. A team of 28 biologists got into the water to form a human chain, creating a visual and sound barrier to aim the dolphin out of the creek. It’s not easy to pull off a human chain in a creek. The biologists had to stay shoulder to shoulder and navigate trees and docks without giving the dolphin an opportunity to slip by. The human encouragement worked, though there was a moment of uncertainty as the team members neared the bridge and weren’t sure if the dolphin went through.

The biologists celebrated the dolphin’s arrival on the other side.“It was very exciting after almost 20 plus days for him to finally be out of the canal,” said senior rescue biologist Brittany Baldrica.

The wandering dolphin stands a good chance back out in the wild. “We noted that the animal was in good body condition with normal breathing rates and was displaying normal behavior during observations” the aquarium said.

Happy ending achieved.

1. What attracted the biologists to monitor a young dolphin?

A．Its unusual wandering path.	B．A small opening under a bridge.
C．Its interactions with human.	D．A creek with potential problems.

2. Why did the biologists stay shoulder to shoulder?

A．To experience dolphins’ swim in the creek.

B．To avoid heavy injuries from the sociable dolphin.

C．To create a barrier guiding the dolphin out of the creek.

D．To give encouragement to each other while working in the wild.

3. Which can best describe the author’s writing style?

A．Humorous.

B．Flowery.

C．Informal.

D．Rough.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．A Good Way to Rescue Wild Animals.

B．A Human Chain to Save a Dolphin’s Life.

C．A Heart-stopping Survival Game in Florida.

D．A Celebration of Biologists Studying Dolphins.

6 . Dear Traveler,

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Day 1. Your tour starts in San Jose, Costa Rica, friendly land of democracy and rare natural beauty.

Day 2. Explore the Poas Volcano, and view inside the active crater.

Day3. Visit to a wildlife rescue center. Learn about efforts to protect this colorful endangered species.

Day 4. Rio Frio cruise. Photo stop at the Arenal Volcano overlook and enjoy yourself in volcanic springs.

Day 5. Hike the Hanging Bridges. With a naturalist guide, hike in a rainforest while crossing suspension bridges and continue on to the Pacific Coast.

Day 6. Free time at your beach resort and spa.

Day 7. Cruise on the Tarcoles River and float through a mangrove forest (红树林). Birdwatching and crocodile spotting.

Day 8. Explore Manuel Antonio National Park and many more facts about the variety of species you’ll encounter during this incredible nature adventure.

Day 9. Return with great memories!

1. What will one enjoy during the tour in Costa Rica?

A．Viewing a volcano eruption.

B．Taking a bath in hot springs.

C．Hiking in a mangrove forest.

D．Staying three nights at the beaches.

2. Where could one visit with a lower budget than $1295?

A．Costa Rica.

B．California Coast.

C．Panama Canal.

D．New England.

3. What is Caravan?

A．An airline.

B．A tour guide.

C．A brochure.

D．A travel agency.

7 . Teasing Kids About Their Weight May Make Them Gain More

School can be tough on kids who have overweight or obesity. They’ re often cruelly teased and bullied.     1    , which was confirmed in a study of Pediatric Obesity. The study found that making fun of kids for their weight is linked to increased weight gain well into adulthood—the more teasing that kids and teens experience, the more weight they may gain.

To assess the link between teasing and weight gain, the author surveyed 110 children and young teens who were either overweight themselves or who had two parents with overweight.     2    .

During the first visit, the kids were asked whether they had been bullied for their size. Among participants with overweight, 62% reported they had been teased at least once, while 21% of straight-size, at-risk participants reported they had been.     3    . Whether they had overweight at the study’s start or not, those who reported being teased often for their weight gained 33% more body mass, on average, and 91% more fat per year than their peers who weren’t teased.

    4    . “But we can say weight-based teasing was significantly linked with weight gain over time,” she says.

    5    . Teasing can also lead to increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which can stimulate appetite, and increase risk for depression and anxiety—both of which contribute to disordered eating. It also may drive kids away from physical activities like sports and gym classes, where they risk getting made fun of for their size.

A．Teasing might have undefined effects

B．Researchers followed about 8.5 years

C．Bullying may have continuous consequences

D．Others showed shame may cause over-eating

E．The study shows teasing might increase weight gain

F．The author notes the study cannot determine causality

G．Overweight parents make children at risk of overweight

8 .

LEGAL NOTICE If you purchased Hill's Prescription Diet or Science Diet Canned Dog Food Between September 1, 2018 and May 31, 2019, Your Rights May Be Affected by a Class Action Settlement.
WHAT IS THIS LAWSUIT ABOUT? The lawsuit claims that Hill's Prescription Diet(HPD) and Science Diet(SD) canned dog food products had high levels of Vitamin D. The lawsuit states that purchasers of these products lost money by purchasing dog food products that were not manufactured as represented and/or paid for services as a result of injuries to their dogs. The Court will hold a hearing on July 27, 2021, at 10:00 a. m. by Zoom Video, which may be moved to a different location, time or date. The Zoom Video link will be posted on www.PetFoodSettlement.com. WHO IS INCLUDED? You are included in the Settlement if you purchased HPD and/or SD canned dog food products in the U. S. between September 1, 2018 and May 31, 2019.	WHAT DOES THE SETTLEMENT PROVIDE? Consumer Food Purchase: If you purchased HPD and/or SD canned dog food products between September 1, 2018 and May 31, 2019, you could get a full refund with Proof of Purchase or up to 。20 total without Proof of Purchase. You must submit a valid Claim Form by July 2, 2021. Dog Injury: If your dog suffered injuries consistent with the consumption of excess Vitamin D as a result of your dog eating HPD and/or SD canned dog food products, you could receive money. You must submit a valid Claim Form with proper documentation by July 2, 2021. You can find more details on how to submit a claim by visiting www.PetFoodSettlement.com or calling 1-833-537-1191.
www.PetFoodSettlement.com 1-833-537-1191

1. When will the hearing be held according to the notice?

A．July 27, 2021.	B．July 2, 2021.
C．May 31, 2019.	D．Sept. 1, 2018.

2. Which one of the following purchasers has the least chance to get a full refund?

A．One provided some proof of purchasing related products.

B．One purchased HPD canned dog food on Sept. 11, 2018.

C．One submitted a valid claim application form on July 3, 2021.

D．One purchased some SD canned dog food products, costing $20.

3. How many ways can you find more details about submitting a claim?

A．1.	B．2.
C．3.	D．4.