2 . The four people have persuaded companies to give them £250,000 worth of toys and food — for nothing. And next Monday, they are going to
According to them, it is remarkably easy to get toys and food to
The four friends
Their first successful “kindness act” was to help
The Kindness Offensive tries to
| A．lead | B．attach | C．distribute | D．apply |
| A．carrying out | B．working out | C．making out | D．bringing out |
| A．children | B．customers | C．strangers | D．friends |
| A．give in | B．give off | C．give up | D．give away |
| A．wealthy | B．countless | C．guiltless | D．aimless |
| A．initially | B．finally | C．unfortunately | D．naturally |
| A．launched | B．concluded | C．advertised | D．gathered |
| A．look forward to | B．pay attention to | C．break | D．stick to |
| A．strategies | B．intentions | C．methods | D．routines |
| A．found | B．obtain | C．realize | D．affect |
| A．status | B．power | C．shelter | D．peace |
| A．unwillingly | B．eagerly | C．patiently | D．passively |
| A．avoid | B．double | C．encourage | D．oppose |
| A．kindness | B．bravery | C．selfishness | D．accuracy |
| A．though | B．unless | C．until | D．if |
3 . Rap music has long been the poster child for negativity in society for a number of decades. It has been criticized (批评) in the media and seen by a good number of people as a bad influence on citizens in general. The lyrics might have something to blame in this regard as they often seemingly celebrate violence as well as drugs and alcohol. The reality is that rap music is greatly misunderstood. In spite of the negativity that often surrounds it, however, rap music can have a positive influence on listeners.
One of these positive effects is that it has been used as a great unifier of diverse populations around the world. It started as a subculture among African American communities in America but it is now a phenomenon of global culture. As a matter of fact, it isn't only limited to African American communities, as non black communities make up seventy five percent of the global rap audience. Its infectious rhythms, catchy beats, and relatable lyrics hold universal attraction that goes beyond cultural and language barriers.
Rap has also been vital in promoting social and political awareness among the youth of today. Rap music educates people from different points of views and raises many social issues. Rap is channel (渠道) for people to speak freely about their view on political or social issues and by doing so, it encourages teenagers to become concerned and aware of these issues. A few of them that rap has created awareness in are racial discrimination (歧视), the importance of education and believing in your dreams.
Rap music is entertainment (娱乐) and should not be treated any differently than any other form of entertainment out there. If critics of rap music still believe that rap only sends negative messages, they should listen closer. The bottom line is that all rap music is not degenerate (堕落的) and consideration should be taken when analysing the message that the music is presenting
1. Why is rap music often connected with negativity?| A．It has long been the poster child for negativity. |
| B．It has shown a bad influence on citizens in general. |
| C．It seems to celebrate violence as well as drugs and alcohol. |
| D．It started as a subculture among African American communities. |
| A．Its positive influence on listeners around the world. |
| B．Its engaging music elements like rhythms, lyrics and beats. |
| C．Its continuous promotion of social and political awareness. |
| D．Its African American culture that fascinates non black communities. |
| A．By making social issues more entertaining. |
| B．By providing a platform to voice their opinions |
| C．By stressing the importance of education and dreams. |
| D．By drawing teenagers’ attention to racial discrimination. |
| A．Rap music is now unfairly treated. |
| B．Rap music is suitable for everyone. |
| C．Rap music is difficult to understand. |
| D．Rap music is simply for entertainment. |
4 . Australia Day, on 26 January, is in memory of the day in 1788 when Captain Arthur Phillip, commander of the First Fleet of 11 British ships, arrived at Sydney Cove to mark the birth of the colony (殖民). Every year, many in this nation of 24 million people gather on beaches and around barbeques to celebrate. From boats competitions, camel races, to outdoor concerts, Australians mark a public holiday more popularly treated as a late summer festival than the serious national day its founders intended it to be — a unifying celebration of the good fortune of being Australian and the values that unite the nation: freedom, independence, a fair go, mateship.
However, not all Australians feel the same about the day. Recently there has been much controversy over the correctness of celebrating on this date. Native Australians, in particular, have long referred to this date as "Invasion (入侵) Day" or "National Day of Mourning (哀悼)" in protest of the arrival of the British peoples. They mourn their ancestors who suffered and died during colonization. There has even been a growing push to change the date of the national celebration, a move popular with younger Australians but less so with older generations.
In response to the protests, the Australian government has recognized the traditional owners of the lands on which Australia Day activities take place, in the hope that Australians from all backgrounds come together to celebrate Australia as a multicultural society. "Our desire is that Australia Day is a time for inclusion, as well as an opportunity for greater understanding," one officer from The Australian Department of Communications and the Arts said.
1. What is the original purpose of Australia Day?| A．To observe a late summer festival. |
| B．To honor the arrival of the British. |
| C．To celebrate national identity and values. |
| D．To mourn the natives who suffered during colonization. |
| A．Debate. | B．Defence. | C．Faith. | D．Puzzle. |
| A．They mourned the suffering of native Australians. |
| B．They recognized native Australians’ independence. |
| C．They protested against native Australians’ ownership of the land. |
| D．They brought loss of life and hardship among native Australians. |
| A．More Australia Day activities will be organized. |
| B．The date of Australia Day will soon be changed. |
| C．The protests of changing the date have already been settled. |
| D．Australia Day should be celebrated with understanding and respect. |
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6 . For many kids, the Internet is at their fingertips. From computers to smartphones, a web of information is open to them. According to a new report, about three out of four kids aged 12 to 15 connect the Internet using a mobile device from time to time. Many younger kids are online too.
Julian Zeitlinger, 9, from New Jersey, uses his computer to watch videos and play games. To keep him safe online, his parents monitor his web use and discuss Internet safety with him. “I ask my parents whether something is nice or bad.” Julian says.
Mobile devices offer more ways than ever to share personal information. The information can be dangerous in the wrong hands. A study found that 62% of children aged 8 to 17 have had an unpleasant online experience.
Have you ever had to enter a parent’s e-mail address when signing up for a website? That safety measure is there because of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act(COPPA). The law says sites for kids under 13 cannot collect personal information, such as a phone number or full name, without a parent’s permission.
This July, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will update COPPA for the first time since the law was created in 1998 when there were no smart phones. The nature of the way kids get online has changed, FTC lawyer Phyllis Marcus said.
When the changes take effect, COPPA will apply to mobile devices and newer forms of advertising. It will expand what falls under “personal information” to include videos, photographs, and services that give users location.
COPPA doesn’t cover everything that can go wrong online. That is why kids and parents need to know what to look out for and to stop and think before sharing information online.
“There is a misunderstanding that if a site is following COPPA, it is totally safe,” says privacy expert ShaiSamet. He runs kidSAFE, which checks whether a site meets kidSAFE standards and is safe. “It’s important that kids know how useful the Internet is but that it also can be dangerous if you are not careful.” he adds.
1. Julian’s parents monitor his web use to make sure ______.| A．he stays safe on the Internet |
| B．he doesn’t play computer games |
| C．he controls his online time |
| D．he doesn’t watch too many videos |
| A．It says no to any kind of advertising. |
| B．It prevents users from making their location public. |
| C．It covers everything that goes wrong online. |
| D．It broadens the concept of personal information. |
| A．formal websites are comparatively safe |
| B．the Internet is becoming safer and safer |
| C．COPPA can ensure their complete safety |
| D．daily checks prevent future online problems |
| A．To ask parents to look out for their kids. |
| B．To talk about online safety for children. |
| C．To introduce a new law. |
| D．To sell an online product. |
1. Who is the talk aimed at?
| A．Children. | B．Teenagers. | C．Adults. |
| A．They offer courses for beginners only. |
| B．They provide flexible language lessons. |
| C．They give online learning materials for free. |
| A．Native speakers. | B．Qualified professors. | C．Experienced travelers. |
| A．To teach communication skills. |
| B．To promote courses. |
| C．To discuss a program. |
1. What is the man doing?
| A．Applying to college. |
| B．Conducting an interview. |
| C．Introducing himself. |
| A．French. | B．Spanish. | C．Italian. |
| A．Inexperience. | B．Shyness. | C．Overconfidence. |
1. Why did Nina throw snow at Alex?
| A．Alex knocked down her snowman. |
| B．Alex hoped to have a snowball fight. |
| C．Nina only wanted to play with snow. |
| A．Apologize to Alex. | B．Go to the bathroom. | C．Take a good rest. |
| A．See a film. | B．Go around Nina’s home. | C．Pay a visit to Alex. |
1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
| A．Schoolmates. | B．Husband and wife. | C．Colleagues. |
| A．In a restaurant. | B．At home. | C．In a supermarket. |
| A．Have a chat over a cup of coffee. |
| B．Bring James to his place. |
| C．Try the special bread with milk. |
