1 . Denmark retired after practicing medicine for 73 years and then volunteered her services until she couldn’t anymore. She died at the age of 114.

I met her by phone when the pediatrician (儿科医生) couldn’t figure out what was wrong with my baby. On the phone, she talked with me for more than 30 minutes. I took her advice, and my baby was better about 10 days later. She never charged me.

“You keep on doing what you do best as long as you can,” she was famous for the words. And it turned out her advice about actively helping others was as good as her medical advice.

Obviously, we can’t all live as long as Dr. Denmark. But recent research has shown that volunteering provides a longevity boost similar to the effects of adding multiple servings of fruits and vegetables to your daily diet. Specifically, older adults who volunteer are at 24 percent less risk of early death. The positive impact of giving and volunteering on older people goes beyond that. According to the research, adults over 55 who give their time for others have an easier time with everyday tasks. Besides, volunteers experience 250 percent less cognitive decline leading to dementia (痴呆).

According to a new study in the Journal of Happiness Studies, people who volunteer report higher levels of happiness and life satisfaction. The study took it a second step and followed people who began volunteering—monitoring their responses from the time they started volunteering. The longer they volunteered and the more they volunteered, the greater level of happiness they reported.

You may already be volunteering your time. But if you’re not, consider the charities you support. Think about the skills you might be able to offer them. You are likely to be glad about what you do.

1. What can we infer about Denmark?

A．She retired at the age of 73.	B．She volunteered for 73 years.
C．She was patient and professional.	D．She once forget to charge the author.

2. How many benefits of volunteering are mentioned in paragraph 4?

A．1.

B．2.

C．3.

D．4.

3. What does the author try to do in the last paragraph?

A．Seek support.	B．Advise about sharpening skills.
C．Offer solutions.	D．Encourage people to volunteer.

4. What’s the text mainly about?

A．The kindness of a doctor.	B．The benefits of volunteering.
C．The process of being a volunteer.	D．The struggle of child-raising.

2 . China has built in Kunming City, Yunnan Province, the Germplasm (种质) Bank of Wild Species, a comprehensive national database for the collection and preservation of wildlife germplasm resources. As of the end of 2020, the bank preserved 85,046 copies of 10,601 wild plant seeds for protecting wildlife germplasm resources. Preserving dried and frozen seeds, the bank provides technological support for the protection and research, makes use of China’s wildlife germplasm resources, and plays a major part in international biodiversity conservation.

The importance of science and technology for biodiversity conservation is increasingly obvious. When remote sensor monitoring was not available, agricultural technicians had no choice but to go for field studies, which could barely meet the need for large-scale, fast and nondestructive (非破坏性的) monitoring of crop conditions and timely prevention and control of diseases and pests. Nowadays, remote sensor monitoring has been applied in agricultural production in China, allowing agricultural technicians to analyze the movements of insect pests and evaluate plant diseases and insect pests by monitoring remotely the vegetation growth, coverage, surface temperature, humidity and other indicators.

In the Internet era, information technology has made the processing of massive data possible and created wider and more convenient platforms for biodiversity conservation in China, including Chinese Virtual Herbarium, Plant Photo Bank of China, and National Animal Collection Resource Center. The emergence of databases and digital programs in recent years is driving China to turn around its seriously threatened biodiversity.

From the collection and storage of information to the management and analysis of resources, the constantly improving biodiversity information network has realized the exploration and use of massive biodiversity data, providing a solid foundation for China’s biodiversity conservation and research. Biodiversity conservation and science and technology are inextricable. Only by making science and technology a strong support for biodiversity conservation can humankind guard the Earth and build a beautiful world of harmony among all beings on the planet.

1. What can we learn about the bank from paragraph 1?

A．Its crisis.

B．Its administration.

C．Its role.

D．Its staff.

2. What do researchers hardly need to do with the help of remote sensor monitoring?

A．Evaluate plant diseases and insect pests.

B．Go to fields to control the plant diseases.

C．Analyze the tracks of the pests of plants.

D．Satisfy the need to monitor crop conditions.

3. What does the underlined word “inextricable” in the last paragraph probably mean?

A．Linked.

B．Competitive.

C．Inadequate.

D．Inessential.

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

A．The Germplasm Bank of Wild Species Develops Fast

B．Technologies Promote Chinese Biodiversity Protection

C．China Has Made Great Efforts to Process Massive Data

D．Information Technology Contributes Much to Many Fields

4 . Exploring Jaipur’s Art and Design Scenes

        City Palace

Still home to the royal family of Jaipur, this 300-year-old palace has lost none of its grandeur (壮观). The complex of courtyards, gardens and buildings is a mixture of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Among other things, the thoughtfully decorated museum houses an extensive textile (纺织品) collection, featuring rich fabrics as well as a carpet dating back over 400 years.

Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing

Situated in a restored old house, the Anokhi Museum is the perfect introduction to Jaipur’s textile industry. Information boards are excellently written, and the clothing on display is impressive. Don’t miss the on-site shop. Combine a visit with a trip to the UNESCO-listed Amber Fort, a remarkable walled castle that rises above the city and is only a five-minute ride from the museum.

Block Printing Project

Feel creative? A workshop is a great way to get a feel for the printing process. You’ll work alongside local craftsmen (工作), choosing your own blocks and colours. There are scores of companies providing the experience, but consider one of the sessions offered by the Wabisabi Project, which include a field trip and black tea to keep that creative energy flowing.

Jawahar Kala Kendra Centre

Just outside the Old City, Jaipur’s most important cultural centre was built to preserve Rajasthan’s rich heritage and master craftsmanship. Showing a wide range of both traditional and contemporary art, the space houses six galleries, as well as a museum, a library and an open-air theatre with programmes from plays to Indian folk dance. It also hosts its own theatre festival.

1. What can visitors enjoy at City Palace?

A．An age-old carpet.	B．An open-air theatre.
C．A local gallery.	D．A walled castle.

2. Which of the following highlights Block Printing Project?

A．Indian folk dance.	B．Hands-on experience.
C．The UNESCO-listed site.	D．The royal family of Jaipur.

3. Which will attract visitors who are interested in contemporary art?

A．City Palace.	B．Block Printing Workshop.
C．Jawahar Kala Kendra Centre.	D．Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the woman mean?

A．They have financial troubles.

B．It’s a good idea to watch a film.

C．The man should turn up the heat.

2. How much is the telephone bill?

A．$90.

B．$80.

C．$70.

3. What is the woman likely to do?

A．Tour New York.

B．Charge the man.

C．Make a phone call.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who is the speaker probably talking to?

A．College students.

B．Foreign tourists.

C．New employees.

2. Where is the health center?

A．Behind the main building.

B．Near the main entrance.

C．Above the dining hall.

3. What do we know about the swimming pool?

A．It’s free of charge.

B．It’s open all day long.

C．It’s at the leisure center.

4. Why does the speaker recommend Jenny’s Restaurant?

A．It features hot dishes.

B．It offers affordable foods.

C．It delivers meals anytime.