1 . The very unusual series of events finished as Sondrup was heading home from an extended work shift. She had just completed her fourth continuous night shift, and
While driving home, Sondrup
“It’s
Under what she described as a turn of fate (命运), Sondrup
Sondrup courageously
“I really feel that my guiding
The man Sondrup rescued recently reached out to express his
A.tiredness | B.happiness | C.stress | D.anger |
A.description | B.memory | C.opinion | D.request |
A.believed | B.summarized | C.tracked | D.noticed |
A.preserved | B.introduced | C.trapped | D.exchanged |
A.possible | B.different | C.strange | D.interesting |
A.Obviously | B.Normally | C.Formally | D.Likely |
A.pulled over | B.turned on | C.looked around | D.worked out |
A.progress | B.accident | C.reference | D.survival |
A.watched | B.explored | C.climbed | D.contacted |
A.struggle | B.contribution | C.experiment | D.wisdom |
A.recognized | B.encouraged | C.concentrated | D.promoted |
A.proposal | B.focus | C.goal | D.force |
A.key | B.awkward | C.spare | D.public |
A.demand | B.appreciation | C.desire | D.view |
A.solution | B.title | C.health | D.personality |
2 . When it comes to travel, sometimes wandering is one of the most exciting things you can do. In a time when travellers are both more adventurous and eco-conscious than ever, it’s no surprise that there’s a wealth of new vocabulary to describe how we travel, when we travel and how the experience makes us feel. Here are eight of our favourite travel words that you may not have heard before.
We’ve kicked off a blog with the staycation, “a holiday in one’s own country”. The term first became popular in the mid-2000s, when the global financial crisis meant people had less income to spend on flash holidays and instead searched for cheaper local choices. Since 2020, the staycation is experiencing a revival (复兴). Benefits of staycations include cheaper travel costs, no spending hours in the airport and, of course, no need to worry about whether your passport expired (过期) last year.
Once upon a time, if you wanted to meet new people on your travels, you could stay at a hostel or with a host on Airbnb. Now, you can couch surf. And not just in “the staying at various friends’ houses until you find a new place to rent” sense: couch surfing is quickly becoming a hot new travel trend. Travellers can now choose to couch surf all across the world via a website which treats travel as a cultural exchange, allowing people to connect with willing hosts and crash on their sofas.
Given that single-use and climate strike were selected as the Collins 2018 and 2019 Words of the Year respectively, it’s clear that the climate crisis is very much on everybody’s mind. This desire to make more sustainable choices is also affecting the way we spend our vacation days. Ecotourism is another popular travel trend, defined as tourism that is designed to contribute to the protection of the environment. Examples of ecotourism include ditching short-haul flights, staying at eco-friendly resorts, or booking a staycation.
1. When did the staycation become popular firstly?A.About in 2018. | B.About in 2019. | C.About in 2005. | D.About in 2010. |
A.Two. | B.Three. | C.Four. | D.Six. |
A.The eco-friendly travel ways. | B.The cheap ways to get around. |
C.The changing words of travel. | D.The spread of history and culture. |
A.The other new travel words. | B.Ways to protect environment. |
C.Other examples of ecotourism. | D.Experiences of reaching culture. |
1. What’s the weather like in the morning of May and June in Costa Rica?
A.Cloudy and warm. | B.Rainy and cold. | C.Dry and hot. |
A.There are more interesting things. |
B.The weather is better. |
C.The prices are lower. |
A.In January. | B.In May. | C.In December. |
A.From February to April. | B.From May to June. | C.From July to August. |
1. Why did the woman choose to be a teacher as a profession?
A.Because of the pressure from her family. |
B.Because of a teacher’s encouragement. |
C.Because of the passion for the work. |
A.Being with children. |
B.Winning others’ respect. |
C.Learning different things. |
A.Lifelong learners. | B.Creative thinkers. | C.Good communicators. |
1. Which season is it now?
A.Summer. | B.Fall. | C.Winter. |
A.The northeast coast. | B.The northwest coast. | C.The southwest coast. |
A.Rain. | B.Snow | C.Wind. |
A.In the west of Ireland. |
B.In the north of Scotland. |
C.In the south of America. |
6 . The ability to walk is the sort of thing many people take for granted, but for Ella Weiske, it’s a monumental achievement. Ella was born with cerebral palsy (脑瘫) and requires a wheelchair to get around, yet she always dreamed of walking across the stage to collect her high school diploma on her own two feet.
In spring of 2023, Ella finally got that chance! The teenager spent months before her graduation from Ripon High School in Wisconsin building strength and practicing walking on an innovative new device called a Trexo. All of her efforts were worth it when she stepped onto the stage to a standing ovation (起立鼓掌) from teachers and students.
Walking on graduation day was important to Ella so her family raised $45,000 with an online fundraiser to buy the Trexo device, which is a wearable robot designed to help children walk. The device is controlled by a tablet, and it helps Ella gently move her legs. She can adjust how much support is needed, walk angles, and speed.
Ella says just the feeling of her feet hitting the floor makes her happy, but it’s the independence the device offers that gets her really excited. She dreams of hanging around downtown, going to her brother’s baseball games, and opening up her world with help from her robotic legs. But first, graduation!
On the big day, Ella was able to use her Trexo device to walk across the stage with the other members of the class of 2023. The entire school body was on their feet, cheering for her, as she collected her diploma with help from her sister, Liz Weiske. It was an emotional moment for the teachers and students who have rooted for Ella for the past 4 years.
Just graduating is an achievement on its own, but Ella’s life-changing walk meant so much to her, and to everyone who knows and loves her. We’re so proud of Ella for working hard to accomplish her goals.
1. What words can best describe Ella Weiske?A.Caring and responsible. | B.Honest and reliable. |
C.Ambitious and hardworking. | D.Intelligent and creative. |
A.A responsibility to help others. | B.A sense of living independently. |
C.An ability to deliver a public speech. | D.An opportunity for further education. |
A.Embarrassing. | B.Doubtful. | C.Inspiring. | D.Romantic. |
A.Practice makes perfect. | B.Many hands make light work. |
C.Misfortune may be an actual blessing. | D.Everything is possible to a willing mind. |
1. Why did the man drink?
A.He just did it for fun. |
B.It was part of his life. |
C.He was showing his bravery. |
A.To be responsible for other people’s lives. |
B.To know right from wrong. |
C.Never to neglect his responsibilities. |
8 . A 17-year-old boy nicknamed Tao Tao with cerebral palsy(脑瘫) has made positive attempts to achieve greater self-reliance through selling self-made popcorn on the street on his own, touching the hearts of netizens and winning him an education opportunity.
According to Tao Tao’s mother: Yao Chuanhua, her son was born with the disabling condition. Over the years, she has continuously tried to train him to adapt and live as normally as possible.
As Tao Tao grew up, the idea of fostering his independence by selling homemade popcorn has brewed in the mother’s mind. She taught Tao Tao how to make popcorn at home and helped set up a stall in Xiaoshan district, Hangzhou city of East China’s Zhejiang province.
“Tao Tao, don’t worry. Take it easy even if no one comes to buy,” after a few words of encouragement, Yao stepped aside and let his son take charge.
Initially reserved and unaccustomed to street vending, Tao Tao struggled to attract buyers. To boost his confidence, the mother even paid some passers-by to buy popcorn from her son’s stall.
Gradually, despite shyness and physical difficulties, Tao Tao has become more active and confident, managing the business smoothly without relying on a megaphone to peddle the product.
“The moment you stood here, you were already a success,” Being proud of Tao Tao’s progress, Yao shared videos of her son’s popcorn selling story online, receiving immense care and support from netizens.
Some traveled specifically to buy popcorn from Tao Tao, and one viewer even ordered thousands of buckets. Many expressed a desire to donate, but Yao declined any form of donations.
“My goal is to encourage him to make a brave step forward and connect with the outside world. I hope that one day he could live independently through his own efforts.”
“Tao Tao is a persevering child. He insists on making and packaging the popcorn all by himself, trying his best his best to prove that he can make it,” Yao added.
The online video sensation has drawn the attention of the local education authority to Tao Tao’s situation. After learning that the teen failed to receive proper school education due to health conditions, they have arranged for local special education teachers to offer him door-to-door teaching.
1. What can we learn about Tao Tao from Paragraph 1?A.He is a student who likes studying. |
B.He suffered from cerebral palsy at 17. |
C.He made a lot of money by selling popcorn. |
D.He is a boy with a positive attitude towards life. |
A.To boost his confidence. | B.To gain people’s sympathy. |
C.To foster his independence. | D.To improve his popcorn-making skills. |
A.To get the support from netizens. |
B.To get him to sell more popcorn on his own. |
C.To draw the attention of the local education authority. |
D.To encourage him to boldly connect with the outside world. |
A.His spirit of perseverance. | B.The donations he accepted. |
C.The help given by netizens. | D.The good education he received. |
1. Where is the weather forecast mainly about?
A.The United States and Britain. |
B.The United States and Canada. |
C.Columbia and San Francisco. |
A.58. | B.68. | C.78. |
A.Sunny and warm. | B.Sunny and windy. | C.Cloudy and windy. |
A.In the morning. | B.In the afternoon. | C.In the evening. |
Reconstructed in the 14th century, the Ancient City of Pingyao,
The Ancient City of Pingyao is an outstanding example of Han cities in the Ming and Qing dynasties. It retains (保留) all features of the Han city and it is of great value for
Pingyao