1 . Sharing is regarded as both a social morality and a personal virtue. It is a wonderful thing that increases pleasure and reduces sorrow. Then why do we tend to be happier when sharing with others?
We have shared with others since the beginning of civilization and interaction. It is one of the primary ways we learn to communicate.
When you share your belongings with others, you are expressing trust in their ability to keep your possession safe and out of harm’s way. If your trust pays off in them, you experience a sense of happiness. We tend to be more emotionally satisfied and happy when we are able to build trust in our relationships. Trust and happiness are closely related experience.
Sharing Helps Build You a Social NetworkHumans are social animals.
| A．Trust Brings You Happiness. |
| B．Sharing Helps Build Trust. |
| C．Some cultures more than others, encourage sharing. |
| D．Let’s discuss how sharing and happiness are related. |
| E．When a person shares or feels grateful, their brains release Oxytocin. |
| F．Our happiness depends to a large extent on the presence of social support. |
| G．The receiver is thankful for the gift and the giver feels gratitude for being able to have that exchange. |
2 . When Ryan Boyland graduated from medical school this spring, his parents, Michelle and Roosevelt Boyland, wanted to do something special to mark their son’s achievement as the first person in their family to become a doctor.
Michelle Boyland came up with the brilliant idea of renting out a billboard after seeing a story on TV.
“Everybody knew about it except Ryan. And I told him that I needed to talk to him and we’re going to meet at his older brother’s apartment in the parking lot,” Michelle Boyland explained, adding that the parking lot was near where the billboard was located. “Ryan had tons of questions as usual. ‘Why are we meeting? How come we can’t talk about it right now over the phone?’ I said, ‘This is very important. I need to see your face.’”
When his mother, brother and sister took him to see the billboard in person, Ryan Boyland had no idea what was going to happen until he finally looked up and saw his photo towering above the roadway.
“The first thing I thought was, how long it had been there and how many people had already seen me before I had seen me? A moment of mild panic kind of entered me,” he recalled. “In the past, I have been a little bit hesitant about receiving such attention and seeing my head 20 feet off the ground was a bit of a shock.”
The billboard, which reads, “Congratulations Doctor Ryan Boyland Class of 2023 University of Nebraska Medical Center,” stands tall in front of Bellevue University in Bellevue, Nebraska.
“I chose that location because it’s right down the street from the church that we attend, as wellas right down the street from the high school that Ryan went to 10 years ago,” Michelle Boyland said, adding, “I wanted it to inspire our community. I wanted it to inspire the kids, little kids, middle schoolers that they can be doctors too.”
Ryan Boyland has gotten ready to move to Denver to begin his career as an emergency medicine residency(住院医生) in Denver Health.
“He’s accomplished a lot in a very short period of time and I’m looking forward to many more accomplishments in the future. Hopefully, he’ll start taking credit for it a little bit better,” dad Roosevelt Boyland said.
1. How did Ryan Boyland feel when hearing the meeting place?| A．Nervous. | B．Excited. | C．Confused. | D．Ridiculous. |
| A．Because it is where Ryan graduated. |
| B．Because it is a place with large flow of people. |
| C．Because it is the most obvious place in the city. |
| D．Because it is a good place to inspire students in the neighbourhood. |
| A．He has high hopes for his son. |
| B．He believes his son will be the best doctor. |
| C．He believes the billboard will inspire his son. |
| D．He is not satisfied with what his son has achieved. |
3 . 2024 Western Colorado Elementary Science Fair
EUREKA! and D51 are partnering to host our annual elementary (小学的) science fair! Here’s your chance to apply your love of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) by conducting your own scientific investigation.
Participation is open to all 3-5th graders living in Wester Colorado, and students can either enter as an individual or as a team of no more than 3 members. Judging will be based on grade, and a team composed of students from multiple grades will be judged in the grade category of the oldest participant’s grade.
Project Submission
All participants must complete all of the following by March 7, 2024:
●Complete the registration form (one per team)
●Create a display poster (either physical or electronic) summarizing their project and email the file or a clear photo of it to the science fair committee
● Create a video presentation (less than 5 minutes) explaining their project to the judges, and submit it to the science fair committee
Public Viewing
Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Location: EUREKA! McConnell Science Museum
Participants can display their posters and present their projects to the public (optional) .
Safety Regulations
It is important to wear proper protective gear (装备) when necessary in addition to disposing of (处理) waste properly when conducting a scientific investigation. We strongly recommend that guardians look up and study Safety Data Sheets for any chemicals that their students use and have responsibility for not allowing students to experiment with dangerous chemicals. EUREKA! holds the right to not display projects if they believe the components break our safety regulations.
1. What is an entry requirement for the science fair?| A．A team must consist of three members. |
| B．A team must be led by-the oldest participant. |
| C．All participants must be from Western Colorado. |
| D．Teams must be formed by students in the same grade. |
| A．Submit a display poster. | B．Video the investigation process. |
| C．Present their project to the public. | D．Fill in the registration form individually. |
| A．Disposing of waste improperly. |
| B．Performing experiments without a guardian. |
| C．Involving harmful chemicals in your project. |
| D．Conducting your investigation without protective gear. |
4 . Changing schools can be a difficult experience for a child, because making new friends can be hard in a new environment.
10-year-old RafaelAnaya and Amanda Moore have proven that friendship can go beyond any language barrier (障碍). Rafael had just begun going to Paloma Elementary after he moved to California from Mexico with his family. Amanda noticed that her classmate Rafael ate lunch and went home alone, and looked sad in the cafeteria every day without any friends. She felt sympathy (同情) for him.
One day she decided to join Rafael for lunch. When trying to communicate, she realized that he spoke Spanish but did not speak much English, so the next day she decided to write him a note using Google Translate. Amanda translated her note into Spanish and began practicing reading the note so she could speak with her new friend. On the way to school, Amanda asked her mom Kimber to correct her note, and her mom was so proud of her kind little girl that she decided to share her story online.
Hundreds of thousands of people online were deeply touched when hearing of the kindness of Amanda to reach out to Rafael at their school. Amanda’s note read:
“Would you like to sit with me today? Look for me and I will show you where I sit. We can paint or simply tell scary stories. Thank you for your time.”
Amanda’s mom said that since her daughter gave Rafael the note, the two have become good friends. They spend time together at school and also go trick-or-treating together for Halloween. Rafael told ABC news that he and Amanda would be friends “forever.”
Amanda’s act of kindness shows how wonderfully she was raised; to be kind to others, regardless of their language ability or country of origin.
1. At school, Amanda Moore found that________ .| A．Rafael Anaya was lonely | B．many students didn’t talk to RafaelAnaya |
| C．Rafael Anaya liked eating alone | D．RafaelAnaya cried in the cafeteria |
| A．Rafael was too shy to talk. | B．Rafael just spoke a little English. |
| C．She was afraid of saying something wrong. | D．She thought that could make Rafael feel comfortable. |
| A．they painted pictures together | B．they sat together to have lunch |
| C．Amanda sent Rafael a note in Spanish | D．Amanda showed sympathy for Rafael |
| A．Easy-going and generous. | B．Thoughtful and kind-hearted. |
| C．Creative and determined. | D．Patient and careful. |
5 . For most people, the weekly shopping is just an ordinary task.
The variety of products in different countries fascinates me every time I travel somewhere new.
By wandering around a grocery store in another country, I can imagine what the lives of its citizens are like. In Italy, I saw one aisle (过道) filled entirely with different types of pasta. I smiled to myself and thought that Italians really do love their pasta.
| A．In Germany, walking through the middle aisle was a delight. |
| B．But for me, I find a lot of joy in grocery shopping. |
| C．Grocery stores are a great place where I can buy all kinds of local food. |
| D．In Malta, I found the most delicious chocolate-filled bread. |
| E．Grocery shopping is not just an act of watching people buy food. |
| F．People might find it a strange habit to go grocery shopping on holiday. |
| G．People prefer to spend more time on something more fun like visiting museums. |
6 . While many people adventure to the tops of mountains, there is a lot to be found underground as well. Here, we’ve found four secret caves that are worth knowing about.
1. Hidden Cave at Grimes Point, Nevada
Hidden Cave was formed about 21,000 years ago. Native Americans used it to store tools. The cave was discovered by four kids out looking for treasure in 1927. When they found the cave, they were the first humans in the 20th century to see it. Today, Hidden Cave is a free public tourist attraction.
2. Ice Caves, North Dakota
Ice Caves, located in the northwest part of North Dakota, were first discovered by Joe Quinion in the early 1900s. These caves get their name from their cool temperatures. People have reported seeing ice and snow from the previous winter in the caves well into July. The caves ’ thick sandstone and limited air flow help keep ice from melting.
3. The Ramble Cave, New York
Unlike other secret caves that are located in remote (偏远的) areas, the Ramble Cave is located right in the middle of America’s biggest city — in New York’s Central Park. However, it wasn’t originally part of the designer’s plan for the park. Instead, it was discovered by accident by workers in the 1850s. The cave was a popular attraction for children in its early days but was closed in 1934 after a man was shot and killed in this cave.
4. Tears of the Turtle, Montana
This cave wasn’t found until 2006. It is located in Montana’s Bob Marshall Wilderness, a vast area with no roads. That means to reach this cave, you have to hike or ride a horse 33.7 kilometers into the wilderness area from Meadow Creek. Also, with a depth of 496.5 meters, the cave is definitely not for inexperienced explorers.
1. What is the reason why Ice Caves get their name?| A．Snow will not melt in the caves. |
| B．It is quite cool inside the caves. |
| C．They were formed in winter season. |
| D．They are located in the coldest place in the world. |
| A．Its location is far away from the city center. |
| B．It was included in the designer’s original plan. |
| C．It is not accessible to the public because a crime (犯罪活动) happened there. |
| D．It was discovered later than Hidden Cave. |
| A．Hidden Cave | B．Ice Caves |
| C．the Ramble Cave | D．Tears of the Turtle Cave |
7 . Rescue Dog Frida played an important role in many natural disasters. She saved many people during her working life. Now she has moved on to a more peaceful life after her huge contribution.
Frida is a 10-year-old yellow dog. She spent her life helping rescue survivors around the world after natural disasters. And now she’s finally exchanging her working equipment for something else: a dog toy.
After a long career saving people’s lives, Frida has retired from rescue work, according to Mexico’s government. While she has found at least 41 bodies and a dozen people alive over her career, the dog became well-known after a deadly earthquake in Mexico in 2017.
Frida and her trainer were called in after the 7.1-magnitude earthquake that rocked Mexico City in 2017. The dog worked with other rescue dogs and became a symbol of hope for many in the area during the time. Fifteen dogs were called in during the search, but Frida was the most popular on social media.
Last summer, a statue of her was shown at a park in Puebla City. Next to her statue (雕像) is a statue of her trainer, Israel Arauz. A plaque (牌匾) in front of the two reads: “Memorable symbols of the strength Mexicans can have when we decide to come together for great causes.”
In addition to her famous work after the 2017 earthquake, she also worked on two international groups after earthquakes in Haiti and Ecuador. Frida’s retirement was part of the navy’s “International Day of the Rescuer”. She was given a toy at the ceremony to celebrate her retirement. Frida stole the heart of all Mexico and thousands more abroad. Her bark (犬吠声) always gave hope.
1. What will Frida do for the rest of her life?| A．Save people after natural disasters strike. |
| B．Enjoy her life after retirement. |
| C．Help people deal with earthquakes. |
| D．Find more animals that are lost. |
| A．She found at least 41 bodies. |
| B．She became interested in dog toys. |
| C．She became very famous on social media. |
| D．She moved to a peaceful place. |
| A．It was built by her trainer. |
| B．It was built in the city where she was born. |
| C．It is beside the statue of her trainer. |
| D．It has a plaque behind it. |
| A．She was given a toy. |
| B．She travelled abroad with her trainer. |
| C．Her bark was recorded. |
| D．She took a vacation in Haiti. |
8 . One Saturday in December, Annacarin Elf, the head of operations at Gothenburg City Library, just happened to walk by her workplace. Noticing that the door was open, she entered the library, and was astonished to see the heartwarming scene that people were using it like on a regular day.
It was scheduled to be closed for the New Year holiday. The people in the library behaved as usual. Many were sitting reading newspapers, some families were in the children's section and others were searching for books on the computer.
It seemed that Elf's colleagues had simply forgotten to lock the door, and because this popular library is usually open on Saturdays. visitors just assumed they could walk in. Elf called to check with her staff team, before announcing to the people present that the library was about to close. Then she expressed her regret for what had been done wrong and caused them a problem. It later turns out that 446 locals visited the city library borrowing a total of 246 books during the day. What's remarkable is that people checked out their books through the library's electronic self-service system, and that to date, all the books have been retuned!
Many Swedes have reacted positively to this uplifting demonstration of local respect for the library, a center that can be seen as a sign of the community, and what the locals did has strengthened their sense of belonging in their community.
Elf says, “Nothing was destroyed. It's amazing that Gothenburgers entered an empty library and treated and so lovingly.” The city leader has even suggested that this unusual Saturday serve as an accidental experiment to analyse the possibility of operating a totally automated library without staff.
1. Why did Elf feel surprised after entering the library?| A．The library staff were in it. | B．People kept reading on holidays. |
| C．People came in without permission. | D．It was used though supposed to be closed. |
| A．She left the library open. | B．She asked the staff back. |
| C．She apologized to the visitors. | D．She read books in the library. |
| A．It displays community spirit. | B．It gives the library much uplift. |
| C．It is a positive reaction to society. | D．It strengthens trust between people. |
| A．People tend to show care for others. | B．Life is always full of the unexpected. |
| C．Libraries can be automated sometimes. | D．A library can bring out the best in people. |
9 . You are staring at a blank page 5, 000 words to go. You are well aware that your computer can write this thing for you. To use AI or not to use AI? That is the question.
The rapid development of AI tools has led many people to question their impacts on academic life. During an event to educate students about AI and academic integrity, Emily Bonano, chief justice of the All-Campus Judicial Council (ACJC), which is responsible for hearing individual cases relating to academic integrity, stressed that although AI as a common tool is a recent development, its impacts on academic honesty are already clear. “People are using it practically like any common tool,” Bonanno said. “People run into issues where they make assumptions and say ‘Oh, I’m just going to use it’ or ‘It doesn’t really matter. It’s just a little paragraph’. But it does matter.”
The Academic Honesty Policy defines academic honesty as “Acting with truthfulness and sincerity in carrying out all aspects of our individual and collaborative (合作的) work, maintaining ownership of our work and acknowledging our debt to the work of others”. The use of AI tools in completing tasks might be thought of as the breach of academic integrity if it went against this policy, Bonanno said. She explained that using AI without an instructor’s permission might be considered as receiving or using unauthorized aid under the policy.
Many instructors prohibit the use of AI in their classrooms because it runs the risk of disregarding academic integrity, but there are exceptions. Professor Whitney is teaching a course called Writing About and With Artificial Intelligence, which examines the role that AI can play in writing and involves using AI tools to better understand how to write with them. Regardless of whether an instructor allows or forbids the use of AI, its rules should be laid out clearly, Bonanno said.
1. What do Emily Bonanno’s words in paragraph 2 imply?| A．We should be careful about academic use of AI. |
| B．AI has been a major risk to academic integrity. |
| C．Occasional use of AI tools for tasks is acceptable. |
| D．AI is far from a common tool in the academic field. |
| A．Misinterpretation. | B．Clarification |
| C．Representing | D．Breaking. |
| A．To present the practical application of AI. | B．To show another view on using AI in class. |
| C．To stress the important role of AI in writing. | D．To encourage the appropriate use of AI tools. |
| A．Is AI a Real Threat to Education? | B．Will AI Be Prohibited Academically? |
| C．Is Using AI Academically Dishonest? | D．Should You Use AI to Complete Tasks? |
10 . As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks.
To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects. They will provide a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful. So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event.
As you dive deeper, immerse (沉浸) yourself fully in the surroundings and activities. When you’re in nature, don’t just look around.
Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured.
| A．It extends learning beyond textbooks. |
| B．These activities bring learning to life. |
| C．Mind the impact of your actions on the environment. |
| D．Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it. |
| E．Take your experiences further by reflecting on them. |
| F．Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles. |
| G．Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating. |
