1 . With more people concerned about the environment, you can expect to see many more electric vehicles( EVs电动汽车) on the road in future.     1     Drivers say there are a few things to get used to when switching to a vehicle powered by electricity. First of all, there’s no clutch (离合器). Instead, drivers use a simple selector to put EVs in park, drive, and reverse.

Since they’re powered by electricity, EVs also apply full power as soon as the driver hits the accelerator (加速器).     2     Also, EVs slow down as soon as the driver lifts their foot off the accelerator. Drivers end up using their brakes much less.

    3     The most obvious is that EVs don’t rely on gas. This means drivers of electric cars don’t need to stop at the gas station—in the long run, this can save a great deal of money. EVs are also low maintenance (维护). For example, they don’t need oil changes.     4     This is likely because of the placement of the battery, which sits just below the seats. This helps keep the vehicle’s center of gravity low.

Of course, there are also disadvantages. Most EVs can drive over 200 miles on one full charge.     5     With limited charging stations in many areas, this could cause problems on long trips. Additionally, the batteries are expensive to replace. Finally, while EVs may save drivers’ money on gas and maintenance in the long run, the price of buying an EV is often higher than that of a gas-powered vehicle.

A．There are many benefits of owning an EV.

B．At that point, though, they need to be recharged.

C．Many drivers also report that EVs feel more secure.

D．This may help them speed up faster than gas-powered cars.

E．As the name suggests, electric vehicles rely on electricity alone.

F．Many people prefer EVs because they can reduce their stress.

G．So what is it like to drive an electric vehicle instead of a gas-powered car?

2 . Counting stars is pretty difficult in areas with lots of light, like major cities. A study says even in the clearest skies, you’re still seeing turbulence (涡流) in the atmosphere that makes stars twinkle. Want a truly perfect view of outer space? An international research team has found the spot, but you’ll need to wrap up warm. It’s in Antarctica!

According to the University of New South Wales, turbulence causes light coming from stars to bend as it reaches the Earth’s surface. That instability( 不稳定) in the air makes stars twinkle.

The location in Antarctica, however, has so little turbulence that it hardly interferes (干扰) with the light from stars, making the view extraordinarily clear. The Chinese-led research team built a system of telescopes on the top of a plateau(高原), named Dome A, which sits 4,000 feet above sea level.

“Dome A is the highest point in the central plateau of Antarctica, and the atmosphere is extremely stable here, much more so than anywhere else on Earth,” says UNSW Professor Michael Ashley. “The result is that the twinkling of the stars is greatly reduced, and the star images are much sharper and brighter. In fact, this special place even has advantages over the famous Hubble Space Telescope.”

“Satellites are a lot more expensive,” the astronomer explains. “But another advantage of making Earth-based observations is that you can always add the latest technology to your telescope on the ground. In space, everything is delayed (延迟). So you end up with technology in space lagging that on the ground by 10 years or more.”

One of the biggest advantages Dome A’s location has is that winter nights in Antarctica are very long. In fact, scientists will be able to track stars continuously since some nights in midwinter last for almost 24 hours.

1. Why is the view of stars extraordinarily clear in Antarctica?

A．Because stars appear bigger there.

B．Because turbulence hardly exists there.

C．Because there is little air pollution there.

D．Because more light coming from stars arrives there.

2. What does the underlined word “lagging” in Paragraph 5 probably mean?

A．Based on.	B．Linked to.
C．Competing with.	D．Falling behind.

3. What makes Dome A specially great for astronomical observations?

A．It sits 4,000 feet above sea level.

B．It has very long winter nights there.

C．The famous Hubble Space Telescope is there.

D．Telescopes there are equipped with the latest technology.

4. In which section of the website are you likely to read the text?

A．Business.	B．Environment.
C．Science.	D．Tourism.

3 . Borrowing Rules of Some Public Libraries

General Borrowing Rules
Borrowing Periods

*3 weeks for books and magazines

*2 weeks for new books

*1 week for entertainment DVDs

*1 week for documentary DVDs

*3 days for new DVDs(with stickers)

Renewals (续借)

All items except DVDs, Interlibrary Loan items, and new books may be renewed once if no one is waiting for them. Renewals may be made by calling 794-4244 ext. 4721.

Limits on Borrowing Rules
Adults(18 and over)may borrow

*30 items total from any of the Vineland, Bridgeton, and Millville libraries

*5 books from Vineland Public Library on any one topic for 3 weeks

*4 entertainment DVDs for 1 week

*4 documentary DVDs for 1 week

*6 magazines for 3 weeks

First-time borrowers are limited to 2 items.
Children(17 and under)may borrow

*30 items total

*3 books on one topic

*4 videos or DVDs

*6 magazines

Fines

*15 cents per day for adult books, magazines and music CDs

*35 cents a day for new books(14-day loan from the New Book shelves)

*$2.00 per day for overdue videos and DVDs

*10 cents per day on children’s materials and Audio Books

*10 cents per day on all other library materials

Borrowers are responsible for the replacement cost of any damaged or lost items. A $3 processing fee will also be charged.

1. How long may a borrower keep a new DVD?

A．Three days.	B．One week.
C．Two weeks.	D．Three weeks.

2. Who borrow only two items one time?

A．Adults.	B．Children.
C．New borrowers.	D．Ones damaging items.

3. How much will a borrower be fined if he keeps a new book for 16 days?

A．15 cents.	B．30 cents.
C．35 cents.	D．70 cents.

4 . There have been so many improvements in detecting cancer from blood tests to virtual devices that can detect tumors(瘤) painlessly. Now, a new visual technology will allow doctors to detect skin cancers in just 10 seconds.

Researchers from Tel Aviv University (TAU) have come up with a new visual technology that can find out skin cancer without ever cutting into the patient’s body. Skin cancer detection has always been a long process of doing a traditional examination of harmful changes and then waiting for the results. But this new method is so fast that you can know the results instantly.

Early detection of melanomas (a kind of tumors) can save lives according to the researchers. If a melanoma is detected early, and removed right away, the chances for a full recovery are very good. This new technology is built upon the knowledge that harmful changes give off different colors when placed under special light that shows if they are fatal (致命的)and what type of cancer is present. Instead of removing the harmful changes for examination, the research team pioneered a way to check them on the body.

The research was published in the journal Medical Physics, saying the optical technology was tested on 90 patients and it accurately identified the 5 patients with melanoma and 10 with other skin cancers. In addition, 75 other patients that had harmful changes were correctly identified as cancer-free.

The next stage involves testing the technology on many more patients in the hope that it can be used to create an easy-to-use machine that will be able to find out harmful changes on a screen. The visual technology will have the potential to cause an immense change in the field of detecting and treating skin cancer, which increases survivability and the quality of life.

1. What is the advantage of the new method?

A．It saves time.

B．It reduces costs.

C．It’s widely used.

D．It is well received.

2. How does the new technology know if it’s a melanoma?

A．By its size.

B．By its shape.

C．By its color.

D．By its position.

3. How does the fourth paragraph develop?

A．By comparison.	B．By giving examples.
C．By listing causes.	D．By following the time order.

4. What does the underlined word “immense” in the last paragraph probably mean?

A．Huge.

B．Insignificant.

C．Negative.

D．Unimportant.

5 . The West Philadelphia Tool Library

Who are we?

The West Philadelphia Tool Library (WPTL) lends tools to community members so they can perform simple home repairing tasks, tend their yards and gardens, build furniture, start projects, and learn new skills in a safe and affordable manner.

Where are we?

We are on the west side of S. 47th Street about 200 feet south of Woodland Avenue.

WPTL open hours

Monday through Thursday: 5:30 pm-8:30 pm

Friday: Closed

Saturday: 9:00 am-3:00 pm

Sunday: 12:00 pm-3:00 pm

Become a member

To join the Tool Library, stop by during hours of operation to complete the application, or join today by completing the on-line application.

After joining, but before you borrow your first tools, we will ask you to show us two forms of identification, including one that is a government-issued ID photo (like a driver’s license) and one that includes your current address. We also ask you for the names and phone numbers of two references (担保人), who know you well and who could guarantee your reliability in returning tools timely.

Your membership application is not complete until you pay your membership fees. We ask that you pay between $20 and $50 per year based on your income. Consider becoming a Lifetime Member for $400 if you can afford it. The money you pay will help the Tool Library buy more tools that you can borrow.

1. What can we know about the West Philadelphia Tool Library?

A．It collects tools from the locals.	B．It helps the locals repair their tools.
C．It provides the locals with a tool lending service.	D．It sells garden tools to local community members.

2. When are the WPTL tools available to local community members?

A．At 10:00 am on Tuesday.	B．At 6:00 pm on Wednesday.
C．At 9:00 pm on Friday.	D．At 8:30 am over the weekend.

3. What do you have to do if you want to join the West Philadelphia Tool Library?

A．Complete the application.	B．Visit it during hours of operation.
C．Hand in the application in person.	D．Supply WPTL with some tools.

6 . Around 60 young students from colleges in Britain participated in the Wokstar 2022 contest, with the final six battling for the top prize in Liverpool’s Lu Ban restaurant. Jean Claudine Villaneuva, a 29-year-old student at Middlesbrough College in northeastern England, became the first Wokstar winner.

For over 20 years, Villaneuva had specialized in British and French cuisine (烹饪) before his love turned to Chinese cooking.

“Wokstar is a fantastic new competition aimed at students across the UK. Our role here at Lu Ban is to talk about Chinese cuisine, Chinese culture, and introduce it to the rest of the UK. We thought, what better way to do that is to run a specifically Chinese cooking competition,” said Lu Ban’s head chef Dave Critchley. “We have had colleges from all over the country competing, and really, it’s about showcasing how fantastic Chinese cuisine is.”

Critchley said that in its founding year, the competition involved over 60 students. “I must say that the quality we’ve seen so far has been pleasantly surprising. I think it’s the enthusiasm and the love for Chinese food that is really inspiring. It’s great to see people getting really involved in this and really celebrating not just the food of China, but also the culture around it. And what we looked for in our finalists and our winner was actually someone who does understand the importance of Chinese cuisine.”

Critchley’s interest in Chinese cuisine started when he worked in Asian restaurants in Manchester before becoming head chef at Lu Ban.

“I was flown over to Tianjin in northern China, where I worked with some amazing chefs. It really opened my eyes. It was a life-changing experience and I have not looked back since,” he said.

1. Who took part in the Wokstar 2022 contest?

A．Exchange students in China.	B．Cooks in the Lu Ban restaurant.
C．Young students in the world.	D．College students in the UK.

2. What was the purpose of holding the Wokstar 2022 contest?

A．To discover more talented cooks.

B．To understand Chinese cuisine and culture.

C．To attract more customers to Lu Ban restaurant.

D．To allow chefs to exchange their amazing cooking skills.

3. What does Dave Critchley mainly talk about in the 4th paragraph?

A．The great success of the contest.

B．The real importance of Chinese cuisine.

C．The richness of traditional Chinese culture.

D．The growing popularity of Chinese history in Britain.

4. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?

A．To share a pleasant experience.

B．To recommend a healthy lifestyle.

C．To report a Chinese cooking competition.

D．To persuade readers to come to love Chinese food.

7 . The term “mental health” refers to mental, emotional and social well-being. Mental health matters because it can influence nearly every part of a person’s life.     1     Mental health can even impact physical health.

Are you wondering how to care for your mental health? There are many ways to do so.     2     Getting the right amount of sleep is equally important. Taking part in activities you enjoy can also improve mental health. Try a new craft, read a book or play outside with friends or family members. These are all great ways to achieve well-being.

    3     If you’re feeling down, talk with a friend or family member. Many people find that this usually helps, even when they don’t feel like talking. Consulting a doctor or other mental health professionals can also make a difference. They can help people find the right practices and tools to help them feel better.

Are you worried that someone you know may be going through a difficult time? What is the best way to help someone struggling with mental health?     4     Invite the person to fun events and activities. Make sure they know you’re available if they want to talk. If you start to worry that someone’s mental health may put them at risk of hurting themselves or others, tell a trusted adult as soon as possible.

So, how are you feeling? Spend some time today checking in with your mental and emotional state. Take a few deep breaths and think about the things you’re grateful for in life.     5    

A．It’s also important to stay connected.

B．The most useful thing is to just be there for them.

C．Exercising and eating healthy food can make a huge difference.

D．These quick steps can make a big difference for your mental health.

E．People dealing with poor mental health may eat and sleep too little or too much.

F．It affects our abilities to learn, make decisions, and build connections with others.

G．The mental health of those around us, especially family members, can influence our own.

8 . New Zealand plans to put a price on sheep and cow burps (打嗝) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (排放). If the plan is passed, New Zealand will become the first country to tax (征税) farmers on each burp of their cattle, since the burps give out methane (甲烷) into the atmosphere.

“There is no question that we need to cut the amount of methane we are putting into the atmosphere, and an effective emissions pricing system for agriculture will play a key part in how we achieve that,” Climate Change Minister James Shaw said.

Animal agriculture is one of the leading causes of global warming. It is reportedly responsible for at least 14.5% of the world’s emissions. Moreover, cows are by far the biggest contributors. This is so because they produce 40% of global methane when they burp, fart (放屁) and produce waste. Also, methane is 80 times more warming than CO₂ although it’s shorter-lived in the atmosphere.

New Zealand, which has a population of five million people, has around 10 million cattle and 26 million sheep. “Almost half the country’s total greenhouse gas emissions come from agriculture, mainly methane,” the draft plan explained.

The “burp tax” is expected to take effect in 2025. Mr. Shaw wants farming to be more environmentally friendly. He also wants farmers to change the way they farm. He wants them to feed their animals on seaweed instead of grass. This will produce fewer emissions. Mr. Shaw also said farmers can reduce the tax they pay by planting more trees. Another suggestion is for cows to wear special masks.

New Zealand’s farmers support the government. They want to do their bit to help the environment.

1. Why will cattle’s burps be taxed?

A．To raise more money.	B．To feed more cattle.
C．To limit cattle’s price.	D．To better the environment.

2. Which is a fact about New Zealand according to the text?

A．Its cows produce 40% of global methane.

B．Its agriculture affects greenhouse gas emissions.

C．It is responsible for at least 14.5% of the world’s emissions.

D．There is 80 times more methane than CO2.

3. What can farmers do to pay less tax according to Mr. Shaw?

A．Plant more trees.	B．Correct their way to farm.
C．Feed their animals on grass.	D．Wear special masks when farming.

4. Which can be the best title of the text?

A．New Zealand reducing greenhouse gas emissions

B．New Zealand’s greenhouse emissions and animal farming

C．New Zealand introducing a new tax to help the environment

D．New Zealand’s farmers joining in the fight against climate change

9 . One Monday afternoon in April, 45-year-old Rene Compean set out for a hike in Angeles National Forest in Southern California.

Rene parked his car near the Buckhorn Campground and headed up a trail in the Mt. Waterman area. Later, he texted a picture of setting foot on a rock to a friend, and the unclear image ended up saving his life!

A few hours into the hike, Rene took a wrong turn because a path marker was missing due to recent forest fires. He realized he was lost and texted his friend for help, explaining that he had no idea where he was and his phone was about to die. Unfortunately, he didn’t have location services on his mobile phone, so search and rescue teams couldn’t find him using GPS.

Rene was reported missing around 6 p.m. Temperatures dropped rapidly in the mountains, and rescuers searched through the night with no success.

When they set out in search of Rene the next morning, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office posted Rene’s picture to their social media pages, asking the public to help them identify the area.

Thankfully, the photo made its way to satellite mapping enthusiast Benjamin Kuo. As luck would have it, Ben has “a very strange hobby” that came into use in this situation. “I love taking a look at photos and figuring out where they’re taken,” Ben explained.

He studied the area below Rene’s legs for clues and came up with coordinates (坐标) for where he thought the hiker was. He then provided the details to the Sheriff’s Office. Thankfully, Ben’s coordinates had exactly pointed out his location! Believe it or not, officials found the hiker within three-quarters of a mile of the GPS coordinates Ben sent them. A helicopter was sent to the site, and there was Rene, tired out and cold from his night outside but otherwise unharmed.

1. What made it difficult for search and rescue teams to find Rene?

A．Fires broke out in the forest.	B．The path marker was not correct.
C．Rene couldn’t be located by GPS.	D．Rene’s picture was not clear enough.

2. Why did the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office post the picture on social media?

A．To help locate Rene’s position.	B．To attract the attention of the readers.
C．To seek satellite mapping enthusiasts.	D．To inform people of Rene’s getting lost.

3. Why could Benjamin exactly figure out where Rene got lost?

A．Because he loved hiking and taking photos.

B．Because he was quite familiar with the area.

C．Because he was sent to the site by a helicopter.

D．Because he was good at finding clues from photos.

4. What mainly led to Rene eventually being rescued?

A．The bravery and calmness of Rene.	B．The extraordinary talent of Benjamin.
C．The excellent photography skill of Rene.	D．The search and rescue teams’ rich experience.

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C．A database website.	D．A dating website.

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A．Birthday present.	B．Unconditional returns.
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