1 . When I started my own business, I thought I had it all figured out. When I made the decision to change my lifestyle and get fit, I thought I was on the right track. And when I purchased a second business, I knew I was doing the right thing. Slowing down never occurred to me.

But something was wrong. My Apple watch buzzed repeatedly in the night, warning me that my heart rate was over one hundred. My body ached, my head pounded, and no matter how much I exercised, I was losing strength.

When I visited the doctor, the first thing she asked was “How’s your stress level?” I shrugged. “Nothing new or out of the ordinary.” But something was happening in my body. A multitude of tests and blood work revealed I had Graves’ disease, with symptoms that include accelerated heart rate, high blood pressure, physical anxiety, tiredness, and muscle weakness.

For the next week, I re-read online articles indicating that stress management played a part in controlling Graves’ disease. And I made a list of everything I was juggling(兼顾). My calendar was filled with online marketing, photo shoots, website design, and copywriting. I barely had time to blink, let alone relax.

It was hard to decide which were the most important and do them first. I examined the juggling act and tried to decide what to let go of. I bid farewell to clients, explaining I was cutting back and lightening my workload. When asked to speak at events or take on new projects, I said “No.” And I found someone to help me plan that big event.

Until then, I didn’t realize how much I’d missed the simple joys—little things that helped me relax and recharge, like long hikes, taking my dog to the park, visiting my favorite bookstore, and sitting on the back porch to watch the sunrise. I know my limits and when it’s time to stop juggling. I’ve learned to be kind to myself. I start each day with meditation(冥想) and end with gratitude.

1. What did the author think about his own stress level?

A．Mild.	B．Serious.
C．The slightest.	D．Same as usual.

2. How did the author feel about his health condition after going to see a doctor?

A．Concerned.	B．Puzzled.
C．Relieved.	D．Curious.

3. What did the author do after he was diagnosed with the Graves’ disease?

A．He quit his job.	B．He went abroad to watch the sunrise.
C．He slowed down his life pace.	D．He never got involved in any big event.

4. What can be the best title for the text?

A．Live Life to the Fullest	B．More Haste and Less Speed
C．Watch Your Weight When Necessary	D．Stop Rushing and Put Something Down

2 . The UK, Finland, Germany, and Sweden are consistently the top performers in European tech ecosystems. These countries also have the largest economies in Europe.       1     Well, let’s find out now.

    2     Even more amazing? This country is home to many basic scientific principles. The world’s first steam engines, electric motors, the internet, and the jet engine are all inventions of this country. The UK government and its businesses have been spending billions of dollars on research and development to drive innovation in Biotech.

Finland is second in digital life overall, and first in cashless payment. This is because the internet plays a vital role in Finland’s digital life. High-speed internet access and freedom of speech make the Finnish ecosystem more sustainable, with good internet access and mobile coverage in remote areas.       3    

Since the beginning, Germany’s industry has supported scientific research. German society and economy take pride in their research-development efforts.     4     Mercedes, BMW, and Volkswagen are some examples.

Sweden is a leader in technological innovation, with remarkable achievements in web development and mobile apps. For years, Ericsson and other large tech companies dominated the market.     5     Other Swedish companies like Spotify, Torrent, and Skype are now leading the charge.

Above are some European countries with the most advanced technological and digital expertise. As we know, the race for technological progress between countries is never over.

A．Here comes the truth.

B．The tide has turned today.

C．Most residents there can switch on easily.

D．We want to see how Europe’s tech countries compare.

E．Not all the countries experienced the smooth development.

F．This is supported by evidence from global automotive brands.

G．The British Empire was once the most developed country in the world.

3 . Almost all kids pretend their dolls can talk or that their toys possess magical powers.    1    A study conducted by researchers at the University of Oregon found that by age 7, 37 percent of children had an invisible friend. In fact, imaginary companions are quite common in many people’s childhood.

And while there’s nothing wrong with kids who don’t have imaginary friends, children who have imaginary companions shouldn’t be a cause for concern either.

    2    

Some research indicates that kids with imaginary friends are more likely to be firstborn or only children, but that doesn’t mean imaginary friends are just for kids who are lonely. In fact, studies show kids who have imaginary friends are quite social and creative.

    3    On the contrary, they can be a tool that kids use to cope with their troubles. Kids who have experienced trauma (精神创伤)，for example, may rely on imaginary companions to help them through times.

While some parents worry that the invention of an imaginary friend means a child doesn’t have any real friends, imaginary friends don’t indicate a lack of social skills.    4    

Talking to an imaginary friend can even improve a child’s communication skills.    5    Consequently, studies show kids with imaginary friends may be better at understanding a listener or observer’s perspective.

A．That’s not to say you need to stop their communication soon.

B．Imaginary friends usually aren’t a sign that a child is troubled.

C．It’s OK to be concerned about the imaginary friend by asking, “Who is he?”

D．In fact, some studies show there are many benefits to having imaginary friends.

E．But some kids take their dramatic play a step further and invent an imaginary friend.

F．They can actually serve as a safe way to practice such skills, like solving conflict and sharing.

G．Engaging in dialogue with an imaginary friend requires a child to take on the friend’s perspective.

4 . The title of psychiatrist Anna Lembke’s book, Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, refers to the crucial yet destructive role that dopamine (多巴胺) plays in modern society.

Dopamine, the main chemical involved in addiction, is secreted from nerve tracts (神经束) in the brain following a rewarding experience such as finding food, clothing or shelter. Nature has designed our brains to feel pleasure when these experiences happen because they increase our odds of survival.

But the days when our species struggled for survival are over. Dopamine Nation explains how modern life has made us vulnerable to dopamine related addiction. Today, social media is often the addictive substance of choice.

Lembke found that feel-good substances and behaviors increase dopamine release. The brain responds by decreasing overall dopamine transmission. Repeated exposure to similar stimuli creates a chronic dopamine shortage state, wherein we’re less able to experience pleasure. There are two risk factors for addiction: easy access and speedy reward. The smartphone is like a heroin (海洛因) needle, delivering digital dopamine for a wired generation. It delivers images to our visual cortex (大脑皮层) that are tough to resist. Social-media apps like TikTok cause the release of large amounts of dopamine, just like heroin, making us vulnerable to overconsumption.

Our brains cannot process the comparisons the virtual world demands. We can become overwhelmed by our inability to measure up to “perfect” people who exist only in the Matrix, and may sink into depression. Social media often feels good while we’re using it, but horrible when we stop.

Luckily, there is an antidote: a timeout—at least for a day. However, more time is needed away from our drug of choice, whether it’s heroin or Instagram. A monthlong dopamine fast will decrease the anxiety that social media causes, and enhance our ability to enjoy more modest rewards again.

1. What’ s the function of dopamine in human’s struggle to survive?

A．To enrich people’s daily necessities like shelter.

B．To reveal the truth of humans’ brain nerve tracts.

C．To reduce the possibility of the addition to dopamine.

D．To maximize the chance of survival with positive emotion.

2. What may be the result of smartphone addiction according to the passage?

A．Visual reaction will slow down.

B．Negative emotion will take place.

C．Dopamine release will be interrupted.

D．The brain will consume more energy.

3. What does the underlined word “antidote” probably mean in the last paragraph?

A．cure

B．expectation

C．consequence

D．reference

4. What may be the best title of the passage?

A．Lembke’s Book- A Big Hit?

B．Brain- Adapted or Declining?

C．Dopamine- Balance of This Age?

D．Social Media—Modern Day Heroin?

5 . Saying farewell to someone you love, even for a night, can be difficult, much less saying goodbye for a lifetime or forever in death. Juliet bid Romeo adieu (再见) for the evening with the words, “Parting is such sweet sorrow.” Sweet sorrow is an oxymoron. But this seeming contradiction is true in the context of relationships.

Relationships are based on feelings, emotions, and passion. Deep friendships and loving relationships are measured by the level of emotional attachment. Emotions intensify over time. People spend time with the people they like. The more one person likes another person, the closer the relationship becomes. Each person in the relationship receives an emotional benefit from knowing the other person.

Saying goodbye means separating from the people who make up a significant part of your emotional identity. Separation, even a temporary absence, from the people you have a deep emotional connection with can cause sorrow because you will no longer be able to enjoy their company.

The sweet side of saying goodbye is the emotional fulfillment of being in a close relationship. The time spent together is emotionally rewarding, especially if that person is seen as a soulmate. Humans are social beings. We seek the love and comfort of other people. Loneliness devastates the human condition and leads to sadness. Sad people will do anything they can to find fulfilling relationships. Likewise, happy people will do anything they can to maintain or enhance relationships. Herein lies the essential point of the emotional problem.

The more intense relationships become, the more devastating the emotional loss that is felt upon separation. The exhilaration of relationships cannot be truly measured without experiencing the overwhelming loss of a deep emotional connection.

Enjoy the company of the person you are with as long as you can; knowing the pain you will feel at the end of the relationship is the true measure of the relationship. If it doesn’t hurt to say goodbye, perhaps it wasn’t worth saying hello.

1. Which of the word group can create the same effect as “sweet sorrow”?

A．icy cold

B．clicking sound

C．deafening silence

D．endless speech

2. What can we learn from paragraph 3?

A．Saying goodbye is unavoidable in our daily life.

B．The companion of close friends can lessen sorrow.

C．A person’s identity is connected with relationship.

D．Separation is the sorrowful part of saying goodbye.

3. What gives a person emotional satisfaction in social life?

A．Making more communication with others.

B．Building deep emotional connections with others.

C．Comforting friends with love and intense feelings.

D．Being a thoughtful person by standing in others’ shoes.

4. What is the main idea of the passage?

A．Sweet sorrow is very common in close relationships.

B．The pain of separation is the measure of relationships.

C．Human beings are eager to get emotional fulfillment.

D．Happiness is meaningless without sadness to compare it.

6 . In the middle of the Pacific Ocean lies a tiny, remote island whose most famous residents stand guard along the edges of the rocky land. These legendary islanders are actually massive stone statues called moai. There are more than 800 of them on Easter Island.

Carved by the Rapa Nui people, the sculptures—known for their oversized heads—represent Rapa Nui ancestors, and they are considered sacred by descendants of the ancient civilization who still live on the island today.

However, a few of the moai are missing from their native home. One statue has been on display at the British Museum in London, England, for about 150 years and is one of the institution’s most popular exhibits.

But that may not be the case for much longer. Rapa Nui leaders recently announced that they want the statue back. Their request is not unique. A great many museums around the world are facing similar pressure to return historical objects to their homelands.

The issue has raised a debate: Do ancient artifacts belong in the places they came from or should they be displayed in popular museums where millions of people can appreciate them?

Last year, France’s President Emmanuel Macron called for thousands of artworks in French museums to be returned to the countries in Africa from which they were taken without permission.

But many experts believe certain artifacts should remain in museums, which are more accessible for people. That’s one reason officials at the British Museum believe they should keep Hoa Hakananai’a, saying roughly 6 million people visit the British Museum annually—many to see the moai Meanwhile, only about 100,000 people tour the remote stretch of land each year.

Many experts also say that fragile ancient treasures are safer in museums. On Easter Island, for example, several of the moai are worsening because of centuries of rain and winds or harmed by tourists who touch them while taking selfies.

Still, most present-day Rapa Nui people believe Hoa Hakananai’a was stolen. To them, the statue is an important part of the is land’s history that should be returned.

1. According to the passage, moai are________.

A．They are guards to protect the island.

B．They represent leaders on Easter Island.

C．They trace history back to 150 years ago.

D．They connect Rapa Nui and their ancestors.

2. What is the attitude of France’s president to the return of artworks?

A．Doubtful.

B．Supportive.

C．Neutral

D．Opposed.

3. Which of the following would the British Museum officials agree?

A．Ancient artifacts should be returned to their countries of origin.

B．Hoa Hakananai’a was not stolen but discovered by explorers.

C．Museums offer most people the chance to see famous artworks in person.

D．The oversized heads of Hoa Hakananai’a are the symbol of the civilization.

4. What can we learn from the passage?

A．Stone statues like moai can be restored better indoors.

B．Hoa Hakananai’a is the best exhibit at the British Museum.

C．Tourists are to blame for the damage of all ancient treasures.

D．The return of ancient artworks is being requested globally.

7 .

International Dinner Returns this Saturday，November 5- -Get your tickets here! AMHS International Dinner FAQs Saturday, November5, 6-8 pm What is this event? International dinner is a celebration of culture and diversity within the Magnet community, complete with entertainment from some of Magnet’s talented musicians thanks to Mr. Grimshaw! Who can participate? Made for all to at tend as a community building event. What does the canteen provide? The canteen provides the tables, plateware, chafing dishes (保暖锅), serving pans, drinks and gloves. $ 75.00 will be offered per table to help offset (补偿) food costs. What do I (or my team) have to provide? The table for each country (which can be one person or a few people working together) will have to pick a country and provide 2-4 dishes from that country. The dishes should each be made to serve 150 small sample size portions. The pans provided will fit neatly into chafing dishes. Please also bring your own serving containers and any decorations that might enhance the table. Examples would be tablecloths from the country or a small flag from the represented country. When do I bring the food? The food should be brought hot (if to be served hot) the night of between 4: 45-5 :00 pm. Who can volunteer? Anyone can volunteer- students, parents, supporters. Students can volunteer and will be used as servers and clean up the night of and for set up on Friday, November 4 (3:45-5:30 pm). Our biggest need is for people to take a table and bring food for that table. Sign up here. What is the ticket price? Ticket price is $ 15.00 per person or $ 40. 00 for a family. Questions? email amhsinternationaldinnergmail.com AMHS= Academic Magnet High School       FAQs= frequently asked questions

1. Where is this text probably taken from?

A．A food magazine.	B．A service brochure.
C．A wanted poster.	D．A school’s official website.

2. What is the purpose of the event?

A．To celebrate the community holiday.

B．To raise money for charity.

C．To strengthen the community bond.

D．To promote voluntary work.

3. How can a student become a volunteer?

A．By paying $15.00 for the ticket.

B．By clicking a link to apply for it.

C．By serving dishes and decorating the table.

D．By emailing amhsinternationaldinnergmail.com.

8 . The appearance of some electric vehicles of Chinese brands in the Paris Motor Show 2022, held from Oct 16 to Sunday, has caught wide attention, with some observers seeing it as a sign that the Chinese auto industry is accelerating its pace of going global. Compared with their European counterparts, Chinese new energy vehicle companies have strong competitiveness in terms of supply chain, technology, economy and models.

Over the past 10 years, the Chinese government has rolled out many support policies for the new energy vehicle industry. At the same time, the Chinese auto companies have been actively upgrading their technologies. As a result, the overall strength of the new energy vehicle industry in the country has been constantly improving. The Chinese NEV enterprises can basically meet the needs of the diversified global market in terms of product appearance, design, quality, research and development and production capacity.

Statistics of the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers indicate that China’s auto exports reached 2.05 million units last year, ranking the third in the world. Over the first nine months of this year, China has overtaken Germany to become the world’s second-largest car exporter after the United States.

Over the past 20 years, the world’s automobile production and sales have undergone earth-shaking changes, and the rise of the East, particularly China, has become the biggest variable. China’s new energy vehicles are not only growing at a high speed but also competing with Western brands in an increasingly confident way in the global market.

Despite this, it should be seen, like many other industries, the new energy vehicle industry also relies on global supply chains and international industrial cooperation. The Chinese automakers should always keep an open mind to working together with partners around the world, and try to have their own intellectual property rights over core technologies and key parts of the industry.

1. What is the observers’ opinion about Chinese new energy vehicle industry?

A．It has by far surpassed the United States.

B．It has fallen behind Germany in exporting.

C．It is much more competitive than that of Europe.

D．It has quickened the entry into the global market.

2. What does the underlined phrase “rolled out” in paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．Opposed.

B．Launched.

C．Clarified.

D．Abandoned.

3. Which can best describe the development of Chinese new energy vehicle industry?

A．Steady.

B．Risky.

C．Promising.

D．Declining.

4. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning new energy vehicle industry?

A．The global market is interlocked.

B．China says no to new technology.

C．Technology no longer has a say.

D．New sale strategy matters a lot.

9 . Climate change is already affecting water access for people around the world, causing more severe droughts and floods. Climate change impacts the water cycle by influencing when, where, and how much rain falls. It also leads to more severe weather events over time. Increasing global temperatures causes water to rise into the air in larger amounts, which will lead to higher levels of atmospheric water vapor and more frequent, heavy, and intense rains in the coming years.

Climate scientists predict that this shift will lead to more floods since more water will fall than vegetation and soil can absorb. The remaining water, or runoff, flows into nearby waterways, picking up contaminants like fertilizers (肥料) on the way. Too much runoff eventually travels to larger bodies of water like lakes, and the ocean, damaging the water supply and limiting water access for humans and ecosystems.

When fertilizers from farming wash into lakes and the ocean, they promote the rapid growth of algae (藻类). These resulting algal blooms fill coasts and waterways with clouds of green, blue-green, red, or brown algae. They block sunlight from reaching underwater life and reduce oxygen levels within the water. Poisons from the algae can kill off fish and other aquatic animals, make people sick, and even kill humans. These poisons are especially dangerous because they can survive rainfall processes, making tap water unfit to consume once contaminated. Algal blooms also impact industries that rely on the water for business, and often cause local waterfronts to shut down during blooms.

There are many things that everyone can do to lessen the impact of climate change. Some measures include growing your own fruits and vegetables or buying locally grown produce, since produce is often transported to grocery stores from far away by trucks, which add more carbon dioxide to the atmosphere. You could also walk or ride a bike instead of driving a car.

1. What is a consequence of climate change according to paragraph 1?

A．Extreme weather.

B．Water supply.

C．Water cycle.

D．Polluted atmosphere.

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

A．Nutrients.

B．Soils.

C．Pollutants.

D．Organisms.

3. What does the author tell us to do in the last paragraph?

A．Master some ways to do farming work.	B．Buy more foreign fruits and vegetables.
C．Have a regular exercise like walking.	D．Form some habits of reducing carbon dioxide.

4. What’s the best title for the text?

A．Causes of Climate Change.	B．Harm Climate Change Does to Humans.
C．Impacts of Climate Change on Water Access.	D．Ways to Lessen the Impacts of Climate Change.

10 . I believe almost everyone would like two things from their jobs and careers: success and happiness. They want to do relatively well financially, receive fair recognition for their accomplishments, enjoy their work as much as one can, and become happier as a person as a result. So many people, especially ambitious, hard-working people, simplify them in a logical way: They first seek success and then assume that success will lead to happiness.     1    . Chasing success has costs that can end up lowering happiness.

This is not to say that you have to choose between success and happiness.     2    . But you have to reverse (颠倒) the order of operations: Instead of trying first to get success and hoping it leads to happiness, start by working on your happiness, which will enhance your success.

Whether you are an employee or employer, it is a better investment to increase happiness at work and in life, rather than simply trying to increase measures of success.

    3    . No matter how much you enjoy your work, overwork will become an obstruction (阻碍) to well-being.

Once work quantity is under control, happiness at work requires a sense of meaning and purpose.     4    . Earned success implies a sense of accomplishment and recognition for a job well done, while service to others requires knowledge of the real people who benefit from your work.

Ultimately, although success and happiness are linked, the magic mostly works one-way — and not in the way that most people think.     5    , and may lead you to unhappiness. But working on your happiness. gives you the best chance at getting both.

A．You can obtain both

B．But this reasoning is faulty

C．It’s fairly reasonable to think this way, though

D．Working on your success to get happier is inefficient at best (充其量)

E．The first thing to remember is that happiness requires balance

F．It’s dangerous to pursue success instead of happiness

G．The two key aspects of meaningful work are earned success and service to others