1 . A new study on 26 chimpanzees (黑猩猩) from zoos around the world found that chimpanzees can recognise family members and long lost friends even after decades of separation.

The participating chimpanzees were given juice while staring at a screen flashing side by side photos of other chimps. One animal from each pair of photos had lived with the group for at least a year, while the other was a stranger. An eye-tracking camera recorded where the participants were looking and for how long. Data showed their eyes rested longer on familiar groupmates, suggesting “rich recognition of each other.”

There is also evidence that they became more intent when shown a picture of a chimpanzee with whom they’d had more positive interactions, compared with conflicting relationships.

In the most impressive case, a 46-year-old chimpanzee named Louise repeatedly demonstrated “intense” attention upon seeing photographs of her sister Loretta and nephew Erin, whom she hadn’t seen in more than 26 years. The team said Louise’s results represent the longest-lasting social memory documented in any non-human animal to date.

“We tend to see ourselves as unique special creatures with incredible intellectual (智力的) capacities that are very different from other animals on earth,” said Laura Simone Lewis, a postdoctoral fellow in Berkeley’s psychology department and lead author of the study. “This study is showing us how similar we are to chimpanzees.” She noted that the findings support the theory that long-term social memory in humans and modern day chimps has come from “our last common ancestor that lived somewhere between 5 to 7 million years ago” who also likely had long-term social memory.

Now that they have definitive evidence that these endangered species possess long-term social memories, researchers have more questions, including whether chimpanzees miss the individuals they’re no longer with, especially their friends and family. “Our study doesn’t determine they are doing this, but it raises questions about the possibility that they may have the ability to do so,” Lewis said.

1. What is paragraph 2 mainly about?

A．The nature of chimps.	B．The method of the study.
C．The analysis of the recorded data.	D．The layout of experimental equipment.

2. What does the underlined word “intent” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Attentive.

B．Doubtful.

C．Hesitant.

D．Emotional.

3. Why is the example of Louise in paragraph 4 mentioned?

A．To stress chimps are as intelligent as human beings.

B．To explain where chimps’ social memory comes from.

C．To better demonstrate the chimps’ memory length.

D．To further prove the existence of chimps’ social memory.

4. What will the research team most probably continue to explore?

A．Whether chimps feel strong emotions to their long lost friends.

B．How to strengthen chimps’ long-term social memories.

C．How chimps recognised their close contacts after long separation.

D．Why chimps possess the amazing social memories.

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3 . T. S. Eliot wrote of “Distracted from distraction by distraction /Filled with fancies and empty of meaning.” T. S. Eliot never had a smartphone.

Neither did I for a long time. No Facebook account; not even email. But according to my date of manufacture, I’m supposed to be a digital native. Perhaps it’s because by the age of 20 I was living in the Welsh countryside with no signal and no Wi-Fi.

When I finally fell into the digital world, I fell hard. Unlike my friends for whom social media and mobile technology had grown and flowered around them, for me it was a sudden immersion. I got Facebook, Twitter and Gmail accounts at the same time that I got an iPhone 4. I would check my phone; five minutes later I would check my phone again. I was addicted and it started to affect my relationships with friends and family

One night, without a word, I abandoned my iPhone and bought a Nokia 3310 and became the talk of the town. Soon I became aware that not only had I stolen secret time back from the hurried days, but somehow a secret space as well. I could stretch out, free to think again, to be wholly creative and to learn meaningfully.

But, wherever I went I got bloody lost. Wandering blindly around London, only to miss appointments, became a frequent pastime (消遣). What did we do before Google Maps? I was useless. The change was worth it, though. I’ll sound like an overstatement but I think it changed my life. My choices are broader and healthier because I’m not being screamed at all day.

I bought a new Samsung phone last week. I had been scared of the rate of progress, crying: “Stop the train! Stop the madness.” But I want to be part of building the future, and to do that, you’ve got to swim in contemporary waters. Rejecting the modern world doesn’t help anyone. It slows you down and I need to be efficient. Time will tell whether I’ve mastered the wisdom to reject constantly checking my phone.

1. What can be learned about the author when she lived in the Welsh countryside?

A．She read a lot of T. S. Eliot.	B．She had no friends to talk with.
C．She had no access to the Internet.	D．She was afraid of the digital world.

2. Why did the author buy the Nokia 3310?

A．She thought she needed a spare phone.	B．She found her iPhone stopped working.
C．She wanted to attract people’s attention.	D．She hoped to break her smartphone addiction.

3. What happened after the author used the Nokia 3310?

A．She led a simple and healthy life.	B．She found her life was in a mess.
C．She spent more time with her friends.	D．She became an example for other people.

4. For what purpose did the author buy the Samsung phone?

A．To seek wisdom.	B．To stop her madness.
C．To keep pace with the times.	D．To get back to the real world.

4 . Why is it so hard to be truly honest with yourself? Sometimes it’s because you don’t know what you want. Other times you do know what you want, but you’re too afraid to admit it.     1     Quite often, the truth can be very ugly and painful, particularly if you’ve spent much time lying to yourself about things big and small.

    2     If you can’t rely on yourself because you aren’t in tune with your truth, you’ll end up making yourself painful. Thus, you must be honest with yourself to figure out what you want out of life so you can actually put forth the effort to build it. Here are three ideas that help you become more honest with yourself.

Take time to reflect on your day, every day. What did you do right or wrong? Were there any points where you didn’t act in tune with your actual feelings and desires?     3     Considering how you acted throughout the day can help you sort through your feelings and actions of the day if you struggle to be honest with yourself.

Acknowledge your feelings. Your feelings are signposts on your journey to truth, peace of mind, and happiness.     4     So consider how your experiences and decisions make you feel, and understand why you feel the way you do. This will help you get in tune with yourself and make better decisions about a situation.

Accept that you can’t know everything. You can’t possibly know everything about everybody. Therefore, it’s absolutely normal for you to do something wrong. So don’t make excuses for yourself.     5    

A．How will you do better?

B．But why is honesty with yourself so important?

C．This isn’t a matter of being smart or wise enough.

D．Could you have spoken up and advocated for yourself better?

E．They’re trying to point you to ward a path that makes sense for you.

F．You just need to be honest with yourself when you make those mistakes.

G．Maybe you just don’t want to accept reality because the truth is unpleasant.

5 . Autumn Reading

Rez Dogs

Rez Dogs, by Joseph Bruchac is a book written in verse (诗). It’s about an eighth-grader named MalianShe’s visiting her grandparents at their home on a Wabanaki reservation when COVID-19 hits. During lockdown, Malian learns more from her grandparents about her Native family’s history.

Omar Rising

Omar Rising, by Aisha Saeed tells the story of the son of a servant in Pakistan. Omar is excited that he has won a scholarship (奖学金) to a boarding school. But when he gets there he discovers that his scholarship is offered with special conditions. To stay at the school, Omar must do chores (杂活) and get better grades than the wealthy students. And he’s not allowed to join clubs or teams. When his future at the school does seem bright, he and his friends work hard to create fairness for all.

The Ice Cream Machine

The Ice Cream Machine is no common book. It’s six different stories rolled into one book. Each story has a very different plot (情节) about ice cream. One ice-cream story is about a boy and his robot in the distant future. Another is about a father and daughter who invent an ice-cream machine. The Ice Cream Machine is inventive and fun. Its author,Adam Rubin, hopes the book encourages kids to write.

Sugar and Spite

Sugar and Spite, by Gail D.Villanueva, finds 12-year-old Jolina newly arrived on an island in the Philippines. It’s there that she learns how to make magic. Jolina uses that magic to get a bully (仗势欺人者) named Claudine off her back. Filipino history and culture are shown in the book. Villanueva said that kids should read about places and cultures different from their own.

1. What problem does Omar have?

A．He finds it difficult to learn magic.	B．He is unable to visit his grandparents.
C．He receives unfair treatment at school	D．He has no money to buy an ice-cream machine

2. What do we know about Adam Rubin’s book?

A．It is a guidebook.	B．It is a travel diary.
C．It is a verse novel.	D．It is a collection of stories.

3. Which book will you choose if you are interested in the culture and history of the Philippines?

A．Rez Dogs.	B．Omar Rising.
C．Sugar and Spite.	D．The Ice Cream Machine.

6 . Last year, Abraham Olagbegi got the news that he got a disease and needed a bone marrow transplant (骨髓移植). About a year later, the 13-year-old boy got much better news: His transplant was successful, and he could join Make-A-Wish, an organization that helps fulfill (完成) wishes of children with serious illnesses.

That was when Abraham shared an idea with his mom. “I remember when we were coming home after seeing his doctor, he said, ‘Mom, I thought about it, and I really want to feed the homeless,’ ” said Abraham’s mom, Miriam Olagbegi. “I said, ‘Are you sure, Abraham? You could do a lot... You’re sure you don’t want to play video games?’ ”

However, Abraham was uninterested in the PlayStation. Instead, in September, Make-A-Wish helped Abraham organize a day to hand out free food in Jackson, Mississippi — the food and supplies were donated by local businesses. They were able to feed around 80 people that day.

“When the homeless people get the plate, some of them would come back and sing to us and thank us,” he said. “And it just really feels good. It warms our hearts. My parents always taught us that it’s a blessing (好事) to be a blessing.”

Abraham’s efforts are not over just yet — Make-A-Wish will help Abraham feed the homeless on the third Saturday of every month for a year. This will last through Aug. 2022, but Abraham already plans to keep it going much longer than that by starting the organization “Abraham’s Table”.

“We’re just very excited to be able to continue on this attempt,” Abraham’s mom said. “If I was out there on the streets, I would want somebody to think of me and to do something special for me. So, that’s what I try to teach my kids and we just try to pay it forward, by doing what we were raised to do.”

1. Why did Abraham’s mom ask him the questions in paragraph 2?

A．She noticed his hesitation.	B．She was worried about his illness.
C．She doubted whether he was serious.	D．She hoped he could give up his old habit.

2. What do Abraham’s words in paragraph 4 show?

A．He is happy to help others.	B．He realized his mom was right.
C．He is thankful for others’support.	D．He felt sure he had fully recovered.

3. What is Abraham’s plan?

A．To volunteer for charities as usual.

B．To start a restaurant for the homeless.

C．To continue giving the homeless food.

D．To find public support for “Abraham’s Table”.

4. Which of the following can best describe Abraham’s mom?

A．Fearless and humorous.	B．Strong-willed and calm.
C．Hard-working and independent.	D．Understanding and responsible.

7 . Culture shock (冲击) is the emotional (情感上的) and mental reaction to being in a completely new cultural environment. This is often a very difficult experience for many people. It contains several stages until someone successfully adapts to (适应) being in a new culture.

The “honeymoon stage”is usually the first stage that people go through in a different culture. Everything is new and fun.     1     This stage is usually quite short for most people and quickly gives way to the second stage called the “frustration (沮丧) stage”.

During the “frustration stage”, the newcomers begin to think about problems in the new culture.     2     The excitement quickly starts turning into discomfort. Impatience, anger, and sadness are all characteristics of this stage. Miscommunication is the main cause of frustration, and even the simplest thing might anger you!

After the “frustration stage” ends, the “adjustment stage” begins.     3     This opens the door to three possible outcomes (结果)-mastery (掌控),rejection (拒绝接受), or assimilation (同化).

Those newcomers who enter the“mastery stage”have completely adapted to the values and beliefs of the new culture.     4     Those who enter the“rejection stage” usually choose to get away from the culture through isolation (隔离) or returning home. People who are assimilated are those who completely accept the new culture and give up the values and beliefs of their home culture.

    5     Everyone experiences it. By recognizing it, we can prevent it from damaging an enriching (丰富的) experience abroad.

A．You can do things that remind you of home.

B．You need to know not everyone feels all the stages.

C．During this stage, a strong feeling of dissatisfaction starts.

D．Culture shock is a natural part of a cross-cultural experience.

E．People often feel excited about their new cultural surroundings.

F．They keep some of their own original (原有的) cultural values at the same time.

G．You slowly begin to feel comfortable with everything in your new environment.

8 . The Best Bookshops in London

Check out our list of the best bookshops in London and then start planning your literary adventure!

Daunt Books

If you’re looking for one of the most popular bookshops in London, look no further. The classical (古典的) elegance of this well-known book shop certainly makes it a real hit. Its main gallery room is breathtakingly (令人惊叹地) beautiful, with attractive coloured glass windows. Of course there’s much more to Daunt books than its stylish interiors (内部). Why not pay a visit and explore this beautiful bookshop?

Tel: +44 20 7224 2295

Travelling Through

Travelling Through is a beautiful little place housing all sorts of travel-inspired literature. From guidebooks to novels, biography and memoir, there’re all sorts to discover here. The staff are really friendly and they also host jazz nights and have a cosy (惬意的) wood-burning fire.

Tel: +44 20 7633 9279

Any Amount of Books

If you’re looking for used books in London, Any Amount of Books is an excellent place to start. This central London bookshop has a sea of used books. Have a good rummage (翻寻) and you can easily find a book to buy for as little as £1! The staff here are friendly and welcoming and happy to help with any questions you might have. For second-hand books in London, you’ll be well served at Any Amount of Books.

Tel: +44 20 7836 3697

Foyles Bookshop London

Although not quite the biggest bookshop in London anymore (Waterstones Piccadilly now takes that title), Foyles is still really impressive and well worth a visit. Foyles has most genres (种类) of books. The fifth-floor café is a nice place to hole up with a new book and a cup of coffee.

Tel: +44 20 7440 3253

1. What makes Daunt Books popular in London?

A．Its interesting music activities.	B．Its impressive interior design.
C．Its excellent location.	D．Its friendly staff.

2. Which number should you call if you want to buy second-hand books?

A．+44 20 7224 2295	B．+44 20 7633 9279
C．+44 20 7836 3697.	D．+44 20 7440 3253

3. Of the following bookshops, which might be the biggest?

A．Daunt Books.	B．Travelling Through.
C．Any Amount of Books	D．Foyles Bookshop London.

9 . Every year, toy companies from around the world gather at the Toy Fair. The event this year is magical and exciting. All the toys on show are developed with fun and learning in mind. Here are some of the best items at Toy Fair 2020.

The best toy for babies: Baby Shark Dancing DJ

We have all listened to the Baby Shark song, but that doesn’t mean that kids have fully understood it. The Baby Shark Dancing DJ will be available in the fall. This toy plays five Baby Shark songs and includes two games, so it will be sure to get little feet moving.

The best coding toy for kids: Botley 2.0

The Coding Robot Coding toys had a big year at Toy Fair, especially as kids today are being introduced to coding earlier and earlier. That’s where Botley 2.0 comes in. The latest Botley comes with a remote control with simple commands: forward, back, quarter-turn, and so on. So kids will have to pay attention to their surroundings before entering in the data to get Botley to perform the actions they want.

The best toy for preschoolers: BriteBrush by WowWee

There is nothing like a game to make brushing teeth more fun, and BriteBrush by WowWee is intended to teach kids how to brush their teeth well by using musical games to strengthen good habits and using songs to help kids learn about proper brushing techniques.

The best Star Wars toy: The Child

Baby Yoda, or The Child, swept Toy Fair this year as a must-see item. The Child is as completely lovely as The Mandalorian in the Star Wars.

1. What is special about the best coding toy?

A．It is able to play songs for kids.

B．It teaches kids how to brush teeth.

C．It needs kids’ special attention.

D．It costs the parents most money.

2. Which toy does the writer think is the most popular?

A．Baby Shark Dancing DJ.

B．BriteBrush by WowWee.

C．Botley 2.0 The Coding Robot.

D．Baby Yoda, or The Child.

3. What is the author’s purpose of writing the passage?

A．To introduce some toy companies to us.

B．To advertise some newest and best toys.

C．To persuade people into developing toys.

D．To suggest some ways of educating kids.

10 . Celebrated on April 11th, National Pet Day celebrates the joy that pets bring to our lives — and, for many, it’s a psychic (心灵的) connection.

Nearly three-quarters of dog owners say they can read their pets minds. The new survey results coincide (与……相一致) with National Pet Day founded in 2006 by animal welfare advocate (动物幸福倡导者) Colleen Paige, who wanted to encourage adoptions.

Of the 2,000 dog owners surveyed (被调查), 74% are confident they understand what their pet wants at any given time. And, 71% feel their dog understands them, too. Half of the respondents (调查对象) say that it takes about six months to get to that point, after activities like taking them on walks. Communication skills begin while teaching some of the easiest commands (命令) for dogs: “sit,” “lie down” or “stay”.

Conducted by OnePoll, the survey also asked respondents to describe their dog’s funny characteristics (特点) and personalities (性格).

When it comes to personalities, owners would likely describe them as “The Guardian” (protective, attached), “The Family Dog” (easy to get along with, great with children, gentle), or “The Class Clown” (interesting).

84% of parents with Guardian dogs or Dedicated Workers (reliable, high-energy) believe they have some skills to help them know what their dog wants. Similarly, 72% of all dog owners think they know what their dog will do before they do it. And 62% of those who have “The Class Clown” say they know what action their dog has in mind next. 66% of those who have “The WatchDog” (smart, barks a lot) or “The Independent Thinker” (intelligent, likes to do things on their own) are sure they know what thoughts run through their dogs head. Half of those who have “Social Butterfly” dogs (high-energy, love attention, outgoing) see their own personality as matching their dog’s friendliness.

1. Why did Colleen Paige set up National Pet Day?

A．To encourage people to adopt pets.

B．To call on people to keep their pets safe.

C．To look for the support of other organizations.

D．To ask people to pay attention to endangered animals.

2. What did the survey find?

A．Most people believe training a dog is a piece of cake.

B．Most dog owners think they can read their dog’s mind.

C．Most people find doing activities with their pets difficult.

D．Most people like to keep pets that are similar to their personalities.

3. If a dog is described as a “Social Butterfly” dog, it is most likely to be ________.

A．intelligent and reliable	B．energetic and outgoing
C．protective and strong	D．attached and friendly

4. Where can the text likely be found?

A．In a history book.	B．In a novel.
C．On a scientific website.	D．On a notice board.