1. What is the aim of the campaign?
A.To remind people of Earth Day. |
B.To encourage people to reduce garbage. |
C.To warn people of the bad effects of pollution. |
A.Planting trees. | B.Designing posters. | C.Collecting garbage. |
A.Paint paper. | B.Stop driving cars. | C.Decorate classrooms. |
A.Absurd. | B.Hollow. | C.Practical. |
2 . This question has fascinated behavioural scientists for decades: why do we give money to charity?
The explanations for charitable giving fall into three broad categories, from the purely altruisic (利他的)— I donate because I value the social good done by the charity. The “impurely” altruistic— I donate because I extract value from knowing I contribute to the social good for the charity. And the not-at-all altruistic— I donate because I want to show off to potential mates how rich I am.
But are these motives strong enough to enable people to donate as much as they would want to? Most people support charities in one way or another, but often we struggle to make donations as often as we think we should. Although many people would like to leave a gift to charity in their will, they forget about it when the time comes.
Many people are also aware that they should donate to the causes that have the highest impact, but facts and figures are less attractive than narratives. In a series of experiments, it was found that people are much more responsive to charitable pleas that feature a single, identifiable beneficiary(受益者), than they are to statistical information about the scale of the problem being faced. When it comes to charitable giving, we are often ruled by our hearts and not our heads.
The good news is that charitable giving is contagious—seeing others give makes an individual more likely to give and gentle encouragement from an important person in your life can also make a big difference to your donation decisions— more than quadrupling them in our recent study. Habit also plays a part— in three recent experiments those who volunteered before were more likely to do donate their time than those who had not volunteered before.
In summary, behavioural science identifies a range of factors that influence our donations, and can help us to keep giving in the longer term. This is great news not just for charities, but also for donors.
1. What can we learn about people who do charitable giving?A.Most people support charity as often as they think they should. |
B.Some people don’t want to leave a gift to charity until the time comes. |
C.Those who donate because they can gain an advantage are purely altruistic. |
D.Some people send money to charity simply to tell others they are wealthy. |
A.Not revealing the names of the donors. |
B.Showing figures about the seriousness of the problem. |
C.Telling stories that feature a single, recognizable beneficiary. |
D.Reminding people to write down what to donate in the will in advance. |
A.People will learn from others and follow the suit. |
B.Many people are familiar with charitable giving. |
C.Charitable giving helps the beneficiary in all aspects. |
D.Charitable giving can bring a lot of benefits to donors. |
A.To persuade more people to donate. |
B.To explain the science behind why people donate. |
C.To criticize some false charitable giving behaviours. |
D.To explore approaches to making people donate more. |
1. When did David come back last night?
A.At 6:00 pm. | B.At 7:00 pm. | C.At 8:30 pm. |
A.To watch a movie. |
B.To read in a library. |
C.To have some discussions. |
A.Apply to work for the club. |
B.Contact Lucy for more information. |
C.Learn more about the neighborhood. |
Have you ever wondered what life is like now
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That said, it’s not all a matter of improvement. Quite a few people told me that they feel more stressed these days because they rely a lot on technology and they are always
5 . 听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。
1. Which family holiday does the man recommend?A.The one on the 18th. | B.The one on the 19th. | C.The one on the 20th. |
A.France. | B.Spain. | C.Greece. |
A.It is a five-star hotel. | B.It has its own beach. | C.It has a swimming pool. |
6 . 假设你是李华,春节(the Spring Festival)即将来临,你的澳大利亚笔友Peter写信给你询问有关春节的相关信息。请你写一封回信给他,回信要点:
1. 春节时间(农历lunar calendar 正月初一,通常在1月底至二月20日左右)
2. 春节期间主要活动 (如家人团聚family reunion、送祝福send greetings、走亲访友visit relatives and friends)
3. 春节的意义:象征反思(reflection)、更新(renewal)和复兴(rejuvenation)的时刻,强调(emphasize)家庭、团结(unity)和对繁荣(prosperous)的新的一年的希望。
注意:1. 词数80词左右; 2.可适当增加细节,使行文连贯
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7 . Two very different movies were released on July 21 this summer in the West, bringing record numbers of people into cinemas as the “Barbenheimer (芭比海默)” trend took over social media.
Barbie and Oppenheimer have been huge hits around the world, with Barbie alone making over 1 billion US dollars just 17 days after release. This makes it Wamer Bros studio’s fastest movie to reach $1 billion and the film’s director, Greta Gerwig, the first-ever solo female filmmaker with a billion-dollar film.
Barbie and Oppenheimer are an interesting pair because of how different they are from one another. Barbie is about a famous toy coming to life and facing issues of sexism and finding her own identity. Meanwhile, Oppenheimer is a serious male-driven historical film about J. Robert Oppenheimer’s Manhattan Project and the development of the atomic bomb. The release of these two huge, wildly different movies on the same day led to the creation of countless memes (表情包) under the Barbenheimer hashtag. Filmgoers have even gone to see both movies one right after the other, with some dressing up in pink for Barbie going on to see Oppenheimer as well.
Meanwhile, people have found some of the “Barbenheimer” memes disturbing. Atomic bombs killed many people and they think the memes made light of a very dark time in history. But the films have brought a healthy boost to cinema ticket sales around the world, helping an industry that has faced many challenges in recent years. The increasing popularity of streaming services and the COVID-19 pandemic have kept people out of cinemas. Now, the strikes from writers and actors over concerns of pay and about the use of artificial intelligence by film studios are also having an impact. Add to that a public tired of yearly big movies about superheroes and fast cars, as declining ticket sales suggest.
Described as a historic moment for the movie industry. “‘Barbenheimer’ will go down as one of the biggest and unexpected milestones in the history of cinema,” Paul Dergarabedian at Comscore told CNN.
1. What made Barbie a significant achievement for Wamer Bros?A.Representing male-driven films. | B.Reaching $1 billion in record time. |
C.Addressing issues about identity. | D.Greta Gerwig becoming the director. |
A.They both feature female characters. | B.They were released on the same day. |
C.They have opposite disturbing memes. | D.They explore completely different themes. |
A.They have caused a decrease in streaming service. |
B.They have stimulated cinema ticket sales globally. |
C.They have motivated people to avoid the cinemas. |
D.They have sparked controversy regarding sexism. |
A.Increasing costs of film production. |
B.Conflicts with social media platforms. |
C.Filmgoers’ preference for superhero movies. |
D.Disapproval from writers and actors over Al use. |
8 .
“Critic’s Pick. The movie is extremely emotional(like a Toni Morrison novel or a Mary Oliver poem).” LISA KENNEDY, THE NEW YORK TIMES Raven Jaskson *2023 *U.S. *97 minutes |
2023 Gotham Award Nominee for Breakthrough Figure(Raven Jackson)
One of the most visually striking, profoundly moving American moviemaking debuts(首次亮相) in years, Raven Jackson’s All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt is an eye-catching immersion into a young woman’s inner world, filmed and edited with an extraordinary attention to the tiniest detail. This impressionistic journey skips ahead and back through decades to tell the story of Mack, whose upbringing in rural Mississippi is touched by grace, dotted with heartbreak, and always carried high in the sky by the surrounding natural beauty. As she ages, she loses loved ones and gains others, while making decisions that change the course of her life, and that of her beloved sister. Relying on sounds and images to tell her story, and employing minimal dialogue, Jackson has created something breathtakingly quiet and ultimately transporting a spiritual respect to the moments, feelings, and connections that make a life. An A24 release.
Show Times:November 7—November 15
12:15 PM 2:15 PM 4:15 PM 6:15 PM 8:15 PM
Please note:*Open caption screenings of the film will play on November 8—November 13
12:15 PM 6:15 PM
*Audio description available at all screenings.
1. According to the passage, Raven Jackson is a(n)____________.A.critic | B.director | C.actor | D.editor |
A.Mack’s life is full of ups and downs. |
B.All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt is highly thought of. |
C.New technology is used to create some thrilling scenes. |
D.Mack, the leading role, is brought up in the countryside. |
A.11/7 at 6:15 PM | B.11/11 at 12:15 PM |
C.11/12 at 8:15 PM | D.11/14 at 6:15 PM |
1. What are they talking about?
A.Their favorite subjects. |
B.Their performance in class. |
C.Their preparation for the coming exam. |
A.It is beyond her ability. |
B.It is difficult to understand. |
C.It has too much to memorize. |
A.Practising a lot. | B.Understanding the rules. | C.Memorizing more words. |
10 . Selecting gifts for your beloved ones can be one of the most difficult parts. But don’t worry! We can help! Here are some gift ideas to suit all pockets.
Air purifierDo you have a loved one who suffers from allergies (过敏) or other skin diseases? Why not gift him or her an air cleaner? Research has shown that air purifiers can help reduce allergy reactions, remove asthma (哮喘) causes such as dust by improving air quality in your home. Look for purifiers with more than one filter and, especially, a high efficiency air filter.
Electric toothbrushOne review of 56 studies has found that a powered toothbrush resulted in a 21 per cent reduction of plaque and an 11 per cent reduction in gingivitis (牙龈炎) after three months, compared with a manual toothbrush. It’s also a fun way for children to look after their dental hygiene.
Dark chocolateNothing screams a gift quite like chocolate. Good news is that dark chocolate is associated with several health benefits. Small amounts of this sweet treat may lower the risk of heart disease, improve brain function and give your immune system a boost, potentially reducing infection.
Your timeQuality time spent with your nearest and dearest is completely free, but is the most precious gift you could give them. If you’ve been too preoccupied of late, determine to put aside more hours to do fun things together, or if you have time to devote to others outside your immediate circle, consider volunteering with Age UK as a friend to an elderly person.
1. Which of the following is suitable for someone with a dental problem?A.Air purifier. | B.Electric toothbrush. |
C.Dark chocolate. | D.Your time. |
A.They belong to tech presents. | B.They are non-physical objects. |
C.They are intended for the elderly. | D.They help promote healthy living. |
A.It is priceless. | B.It is worthless. |
C.It is physical. | D.It is rare. |