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1. From which is the text probably taken?

A．A magazine.	B．A web page.
C．A book guide.	D．A shopping list.

2. Who can get the promo codes for discounts on travel bookings?

A．Experienced authors.	B．Experts in group travel.
C．Reader’s Digest subscribers.	D．Publishers of Reader’s Digest.

3. How much can a couple save with promo codes for a holiday of 7 nights?

A．£60.

B．£100.

C．£120.

D．£200.

2 . The NCPA (国家大剧院) has accepted more than four million visitors with a series of 284 exhibitions covering oil paintings, music instruments, intangible cultural heritage and more. The NCPA provides you with performances and shows every day. Whenever you see a sunrise or sunset the curtain her never falls down.

Shape of Music

Shape of Music — A Cross-Sense Experience is an art exhibition jointly launched by the NCPA and the Central Academy of Fine Arts. Visual artists will create animated (动画的) works based on the feelings brought by different music pieces.

The Nutcracker

The ballet The Nutcracker is produced by the Harbin Ballet. Zhang Dandan, the famous ballet artist the head and artistic director of the Harbin Ballet, and the chief director, together with the international choreographer Peter Quanz and many other top domestic and foreign artists, create a large-scale ballet. The ballet has now had its first public performance at the Harbin Grand Theater and has achieved complete success.

Xu Li’s Impressionistic Oil Paintings

It is the first exhibition of new oil paintings by Xu Li in recent years, which gives shape to natural mountains and rivers throughout the country. He continuously pours out his appreciation and perception of the beautiful China

Pear Garden Culture-Themed ART Exhibition

About 100 traditional Chinese paintings and oil paintings are displayed under three themes — “Ancient Tone &New Tune”, “Cultural Inheritance” and “Review for More Knowledge” at the exhibition to introduce, present and spread the opera culture in the form of paintings, promoting the expression of the opera culture through the re-creation of painting art.

Booking tickets: please click here.
Working hours: 9:30AM-19:30PM (CST) on performance day

9:30AM-18:00PM (CST) for days without performances

1. If you are interested in dancing, which will you probably go for?

A．The Nutcracker.	B．Shape of Music.
C．Xu Li’s Impressionistic Oil Paintings.	D．Pear Garden Culture-Themed ART Exhibition.

2. What do “Shape of Music” and “Pear Garden Culture-Themed ART Exhibition” have in common?

A．They are available for free.	B．They are exhibition of oil paintings.
C．They are re-creation of performing arts.	D．They are related to traditional Chinese culture.

3. Which is the text most likely to be taken from?

A．A website.

B．A brochure

C．A newspaper.

D．A magazine.

3 .

REF: 099085177/ 400093140 /4056F 18.05.2023 Mr. Wallace No.451 Ning Xia Road Graduate School Heping District, Tianjin, 201700 Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences China	Graduate School Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Newcastle University 7th Floor, Daysh Building NE1 7RU
Dear. Mr. Wallace, Application for Postgraduate Study-Master in Applied Linguistics and TESOL (full time) I am pleased to confirm that your application to Newcastle University has been successful. I enclose details of your offer. This letter also contains information that you may find helpful at this stage. Acceptance of Offer The Terms and Conditions of your offer are given in the Annex (附录) of this letter. Please secure your place at the University by accepting your offer as soon as possible. There are two ways to accept your offer: ①Log on to the portal(官网) and accept your offer online. Go to the Application Status tab, select this program and click the Accept button. The portal is accessed http://www.nel.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/forms. ②Alternatively, sign and return the Annex, given at the end of this letter. If your offer is conditional, please ensure that you send any necessary documents to the Graduate School as soon as possible. Please note that international applicants will need to be issued with a visa at least one month in advance of the start of the course. Also, you should ensure that the visa covers the duration (持续时间), of the course, allowing extra time for possible: deadline extensions. See your expected end date in Annex. * Under normal circumstances you will not be permitted to start the course beyond this date. If you foresee any problem which may affect your arrival in Newcastle please notify the Graduate School immediately so we can make further arrangements. For queries contact: Graduate School, Newcastle University 7th Floor, Daysh Building, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom Email: hss.gradschool@ncl.ac.uk Phone: +44(0) 1912225503 Fax: +44(0)1912227001

1. According to the passage, Mr. Wallace is most probably _______.

A．a student selected for an overseas exchange program

B．a high school senior about to study in the UK

C．a college graduate wishing to further his study overseas

D．an international student applying for a travel visa

2. Which of the following is true about Mr. Wallace according to the passage?

A．He can by no means start the course after 17th September 2023.

B．He won’t be admitted unless he submits required documents.

C．He should make sure his visa is valid for at least 15 months.

D．He may accept his offer at Newcastle University via phone.

3. If the applicant’s offer is conditional, what should they do?

A．Sign and return the annex.	B．Log on to the portal and accept email.
C．Send required documents to School.	D．Pay total tuition fee in advance.

4. When shall an international applicant obtain a visa?

A．At least one month before the start of the course.	B．Before the expected completion date.
C．Two days after your offer confirmation.	D．As soon as you accept the offer letter.

5. What is the subject of this letter?

A．An application letter for a job.	B．An admission to postgraduate study.
C．A request for course information.	D．An advertisement for a Staff recruitment.

4 . Explore ART X Lagos on Artsy

31 October-3 November 2024

ART X Lagos was launched as an active platform to show and support the breadth of contemporary art from Africa and beyond. The fair, begun in 2016 by Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, has become a cornerstone of the African art every year. The first of its kind in West Africa, ART X Lagos is a special cultural event that goes beyond the traditional art fair. The fair, which hosted over 40 artists and galleries from Africa and worldwide, bridges the gap between continent-based and foreign artists.

ART X Lagos has become renowned for its ambitious program, which includes ART X Talks —a lively discussion series; ART X Live—a one-of-a-kind music show; ART X Cinema—a film theatre; and ART Books—a feast to the latest books on art.

For its 2024 edition, the fair’s theme “The Dialogue” will place an emphasis in this unique year, on conversation and community, and will see audiences raising their voices on these present challenging times, not just for Nigeria, but on the continent and globally.

“We decided to go ahead with this different format for ART X Lagos 2023 due to the current socioeconomic challenges Nigeria is facing, and to fulfill, at the same time, our desire to continue to support the ecosystem in a way that is responsible and sustainable,” said the fair’s founder, Tokini Peterside-Schwebig, in an email exchange, “We want people to take time to talk to each other and this is why we have placed our talks at the center of the fair—— we are inviting our audiences to get deeply involved and encourage the act of dialogue, at this key time.”

1. Which is true about ART X Lagos?

A．It lasts about a month.	B．It is open only to African artists.
C．It was the first exhibition in Africa.	D．It’ll come to the ninth edition in 2024.

2. If a visitor intends to enjoy music performance, which can be recommended?

A．ART X Talks.

B．ART X Live.

C．ART X Cinema.

D．ART Books.

3. What will the ART X Lagos 2024 stress according to Tokini?

A．Conservation.

B．Economy.

C．Entertainment.

D．Communication.

5 . Rewards at West Exe School

West Exe School is a fully inclusive comprehensive secondary school. Listed below are the ways the school celebrate success with students, parents and staff during the academic year.

Merit Badges

Merit badges are awarded in line with the student qualities. E.g., when a student reaches 200 merits in a semester for being kind, they receive their kind merit badge. The West Exe shield is awarded to students who have achieved all six merit badges.

The Golden Ticket

Every two weeks, all members of staff have a ‘Golden Ticket’ which they can award to any student who has displayed what the student qualities stand for. There will be a bi-weekly focus on one of the student qualities as positive reinforcement. The golden tickets awarded are then placed in a prize draw, for prizes suggested by the student body.

Punctuality Award

Students who are on time for every lesson across the week will be entered into a prize draw. This is to promote the importance of punctuality in school and in life.

Headteacher Reward

Headteacher’s Reward is given to students who have been nominated (提名) by staff members every month for demonstrating the qualities, behaviors and values of what it means to be an exceptional West Exe Student. They are also awarded to students who have shown exceptional achievement, either in school or as part of an extracurricular activity. This includes a certificate and pen, with a letter going home to parents to share news of the young person’s achievement.

1. Which of the following rewards is given most frequently?

A．Merit Badges.	B．The Golden Ticket.
C．Punctuality Award.	D．Headteacher Reward.

2. What do we know about Headteacher Reward?

A．All staff members can be nominated for the award.

B．Students rewarded will receive a certificate and a letter.

C．Parents of the students awarded will be honored with a letter.

D．Only students making outstanding achievements in school can be awarded.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A school website.	B．A news report.
C．A travel leaflet.	D．A book review.

6 . Each ARTS FIRST festival is a unique annual celebration of the Harvard community's artistic creativity. We invite you to join us for the coming ARTS FIRST. We look forward to welcoming you as we showcase the creativity of the Harvard arts community through performances, art exhibitions and art-making activities. The festival is a public event for Harvard and community members of all ages.

Light Awash in Watercolor

Learn about the materials and qualities of watercolor paint with experts from the Harvard Art Museums Materials Lab. Try your hand at some of the painting tricks used by artists whose works will be in the upcoming exhibition of American Watercolors 1880-1990: Into the Light.

Spineless Artists: Invertebrate Creativity

From webs to cocoons, invertebrates (无脊椎动物) create some of nature's most delicate and beautiful designs. Join Javier Marin from the Harvard Museum of Natural History to learn how insects and other invertebrates dance, inspire fashion and create art, while making your own spineless artists out of craft (手工艺) materials.

Wheel Throwing

Join instructors from the Ceramics Program and great potters from Quincy, Cabot and Mather Houses for demonstrations using the potter's wheel. Then create your own masterpiece!

Knitting and Pom-Pom Making

Join the Harvard Undergraduate Knitting Circle to make pom-poms and tassels out of thread, or pick up a pair of needles and learn to knit (编织).

1. What do we know about ARTS FIRST?

A．It is an exhibition of oil paintings.	B．It offers art courses for all ages.
C．It presents recreational activities.	D．It is a major tourist attraction.

2. Which program will you join if you're interested in drawing pictures?

A．Light Awash in Watercolor.	B．Spineless Artists: Invertebrate Creativity.
C．Wheel Throwing.	D．Knitting and Pom-Pom Making.

3. What can you do together with Javier Marin?

A．Practice a traditional dance.	B．Make handcrafts.
C．Visit a local museum.	D．Feed invertebrates.

7 . Three of the Best Small Breweries (啤酒厂) in the USA

If you’re tired of drinking the same old beer and would actually like to have a taste of true beer that’s been handcrafted with care and genuine passion by newbies (新手) in the market—then this blog is going to give you exactly that.

City Built Brewing Co.

This place has got something for everybody—whether you’re a “classic” person who just wants to have a glass of your favourite beer on a hot summer day or an adventurer who wants to be hit with flavours that you have never tried before-the City Built Brewing Company will meet all your needs since it provides a variety of drinks for a mixed crowd.

Firestone Walker Brewing Co.

Even though it’s not one of the biggest players in the market, its extremely innovative marketing strategies will convince you otherwise. The Firestone Walker Brewing Co. has quickly managed to gain a lot of visibility in 2022 simply by having a great social media presence, along with a killer webpage that invites beer lovers in. Its true specialty lies in creating seasonal beers made annually and available only for a limited period of time. Apart from this, it also has a variety of other kinds of beer that are brewed all year round.

Dovetail Brewery

Here’s a place that you should go to for both-the great beer and the fun experience. Started by two friends (Bill and Hagen) who met in beer school, the brewery is best known for how well they convert classic European beers to suit the American tastebuds (味蕾).

Not just that, but you’ll also get to experience a place of great architecture when you visit this brewery, along with the amazing food that’s to die for.

1. What is unique about Firestone Walker Brewing Co. ?

A．It brought in foreign flavours.	B．Its architecture style is appealing.
C．Some of its beer is offered for limited time.	D．It makes special flavour only for adventurers.

2. What do the three breweries have in common?

A．Their beer is of poor quality.	B．Their products are handmade.
C．They provide hands-on experience.	D．They don’t have webpages to advertise.

3. Where is probably the text from?

A．A guidebook.

B．A newspaper.

C．A textbook.

D．A website.

8 . As electronic gaming rapidly evolves, an increasing number of games are integrating diverse cultural elements. Among these, 'Teamfight Tactics' is a multiplayer online game where players collaborate with their teammates to complete various tasks and challenges, which beloved by players.

Overview of the Teamfight Tactics. When it comes to card collection and upgrade, players can collect various heroes and cards via various methods in the game, and by upgrading and strengthening their cards, they can increase their combat power and skill effects. As for assembling a combat team, players can flexibly assemble different combat teams based on the cards and heroes they have collected. Each hero and card has unique skills and characteristics (属性), requiring players to select the most suitable team composition according to their opponent's lineup. Regarding strategies for confrontation, the gameplay of the game places a heavy emphasis on strategy and decision-making. Players must flexibly adjust their strategies according to their opponents' actions and formations, selecting the appropriate cards and heroes for battle to achieve victory.

In the Teamfight Tactics, the supply and demand dynamics of cards play a crucial role in maintaining game balance. Popular cards, with their powerful abilities and broad usage, are highly sought after, naturally increasing their value. Conversely, less popular cards, due to their limited abilities and usage, are less frequently played, thus their value is relatively low. These shifts in supply and demand influence card prices and trading frequencies. Besides, market monopolies (市场垄断) do exist. Some players, by purchasing or synthesizing numerous cards, can reduce the availability of these cards, thereby increasing their prices. This forces other players to pay higher prices to acquire these cards, compromising the game's fairness and balance to some extent. In addition, resource allocation, a crucial concept in economics, arises. Players must distribute their limited resources (such as gold coins and experience points among various uses, including upgrading heroes, purchasing equipment, and synthesizing cards. Last but not the least, risk assessment is crucial. Players must weigh the costs and benefits when acquiring or crafting cards. If a card's cost is high but its payoff is low, it poses a high risk, urging players to think twice before purchasing or crafting it. Throughout the game, players must assess risks based on their current resources and situations to minimize losses and maximize gains.

Apparently, integrating economic knowledge into the game allows players to acquire knowledge in a relaxed and engaging environment, making it more appealing than traditional learning methods and sparking players' interest in better understanding and applying economic principles, such as supply and demand, cost-benefit analysis, etc., in practical operations, who can also spread this knowledge to friends and family around them, thus expanding the scope of economic knowledge. By incorporating economic principles into 'Teamfight Tactics', players are encouraged to apply economic knowledge via various levels and tasks, enhancing the game's fun and challenge. Players must strategize, allocate resources and devise economic plans, thereby boosting their cognitive and decision-making skills.

1. What can we infer from the paragraphs2-3?

A．Players should have a collection of a variety of heroes and cards to choose an appropriate composition.

B．The gameplay is to unite several players together to vanquish the fictitious world and defeat enemies.

C．They mainly talks about the application of economic principles in Teamfight Tactics.

D．Resource allocation might demand trade-offs and decision-making to optimize players' benefits.

2. What is the closest meaning to the underline words”are highly sought after”?

A．welcomed	B．renowned
C．advantageous	D．cogent

3. Which benefit of Teamfight Tactics can not be conjectured from the article?

A．It can better promote the dissemination and popularization of economic knowledge.

B．It may enhance players’ teamwork skills about how to effectively divide labor and coordinate within the team.

C．It can make players bold and relieve the anxiety emerged from life.

D．It can spread the economic knowledge to others in a brand new way.

4. What is the purpose of this article?

A．To emphasize the momentous status of Teamfight Tactics.

B．To make a highly praise of the behaviour of combining economic with the game.

C．To have a brief introduction of the innovative gameplay of Teamfight Tactics.

D．To present how Teamfight Tactics integrating diverse economic elements to readers.

9 . The aim of establishing school rules and regulations is to encourage good behavior, teach students self discipline (自律), and maintain a harmonious learning environment to match the image and reputation of our school. School rules and regulations are applicable to all students.

Role of the parents

The primary duty and responsibility of the parents is to educate their children by example to respect the dignity of others, They are also very influential in developing among their children the virtues of love, justice generosity, industry and honesty which are important to their lives.

Attendance and punctuality

School schedule: Students should be in their classrooms prepared to work by 7: 30 am. Regular attendance and punctuality are important for the academic progress of the students. Students must be regular in their attendance and have at least 80% attendance in order to sit for tests and examinations. Absence lasting for more than three days has to be accompanied by a medical certificate.

Language

English is the only language to be used by students in school (except during the other language lessons).

Discipline

One of the most important aspects of education is discipline, which is the training that develops self-control, orderliness, efficiency, and character. The basis of all discipline is the principle of respect — respect for one’s self，for others, and for all children.

In order to form proper habits and attitudes, the following rules for good conduct are expected to be followed by every student:

•Respect for all school property (所有物) and the school uniform;

•Observe silence in specific areas;

•During school hours, students are required to be in their respective (各自的) classrooms;

•Possession and use of cell phones are strictly prohibited in the school.

1. What will happen if a student misses more than 20% of the lesson?

A．He won’t take part in the exams.

B．He won’t take this class anymore.

C．He will have to receive extra classes.

D．He will receive physical punishment.

2. Which of the following is forbidden in the school?

A．Staying in areas for silence.

B．Throwing uniforms casually.

C．Speaking English in math classes.

D．Entering the classroom in free time.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A test guide.	B．An academic newspaper.
C．A school website.	D．An educational magazine.

10 . Almost every day, we learn of disasters of one form or another through the media. These include not just major disasters that affect large areas for a long time. A severe storm, an electric power breakdown, or a house fire can bring a personal disaster to an individual. This brochure aims to help you develop your personal preparedness plan.

I Stockpiling food and drink ● Drinking is more important than eating. Keep about 14 liters of liquid per person in stock for each week. ● No experiments. Your supplies should mainly consist of food and drink that you normally have. ● Ensure that your supplies can be stored for long periods of time without refrigeration and that most of them can be eaten cold. Ⅱ Emergency pack ● The aim of a disaster supplies kit should be to help you to cope with the possibility of having to exist for a few days outside of your house. Don't take more for each family member than could be conveniently contained within the confines of a rucksack (帆布背包). A rucksack is more practical than a suitcase, as it allows you to have both hands free. ● The emergency rucksack should contain these items: —First aid materials, personal medication —Sleeping bag or blanket —Hygiene products for a couple of days Ⅲ Electric power breakdown ● Keep a supply of torches and candles, as well as spare batteries, matches or lighters in the house. Remember that batteries do not last indefinitely. Regularly use the batteries up and replace them. ● You can prepare smaller meals on a camping stove, one that can be operated through the use of charcoal (木炭) or gas. Ⅳ Keep up-to-date in an emergency Floods or heavy snowfalls may lead to parts of the population getting cut off from the outside world. Information and warnings are important for survival. Those who are trapped can often only be reached by radio, television or the Internet. However, television and the Internet only work when there is electric power, which could fail. This leaves just the radio as the main warning device. Ⅴ About us The Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK) was established in2004 as a central organizational unit for civil security in Germany. The BBK is your reliable partner for emergency preparedness and self-help. You can find further information on our website.

1. The brochure is provided in order to _______.

A．inform people about recent disasters

B．provide tips on how to survive in a disaster

C．encourage people to stockpile food and drink on a regular basis

D．promote the Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance

2. What is the recommended device to receive warnings during a disaster?

A．A laptop.

B．A television.

C．A mobile phone.

D．A battery-powered radio.

3. The Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance is _______.

A．a charity that collects donations for disaster victims

B．a non-profit organization that provides disaster relief globally

C．an international organization that coordinates disaster response efforts

D．a government agency that prepares people for emergencies in Germany