1 . Zero waste was a radical lifestyle movement a few years back. I remember showing my parents a video of Bea Johnson, sharing how cool I thought it would be to buy groceries with jars, and have so little trash! A few days later, I came back with my first jars of zero waste groceries, and my dad commented on how silly it was for me to carry jars everywhere. It came off as a bit discouraging.
Yet as the months of reducing waste continued, I did what I could that was within my own reach. I had my own bedroom, so I worked on removing things I didn’t need. Since I had my own toiletries (洗漱用品), I was able to start personalising my routine to be more sustainable. I also offered to cook every so often, so I portioned out a bit of the cupboard for my own zero waste groceries. Perhaps your household won’t entirely make the switch, but you may have some control over your own personal spaces to make the changes you desire.
As you make your lifestyle changes, you may find yourself wanting to speak up for yourself if others comment on what you’re doing, which can turn itself into a whole household debate. If you have individuals who are not on board, your words probably won’t do much and can often leave you feeling more discouraged.
So here is my advice: Lead by action.
1. What was the attitude of the author’s father toward buying groceries with jars?| A．He disapproved of it. | B．He was favorable to it. |
| C．He was tolerant of it. | D．He didn’t care about it. |
| A．She is quite good at cooking. | B．She respects others’ privacy. |
| C．She enjoys being a housewife. | D．She is a determined person. |
2 . Special Food Places to Try In Singapore
It’s an unpleasant fact that local food places are usually meant to cater to meat-eaters. It can be difficult to find a tasty food place that caters to meat-free diet. Here are some options to show you don’t need meat for a satisfactory treat.
Vegan BurgVegan Burg has a surprisingly diverse range of plant-based burgers. From Hawaiian Teriyaki to Char-Grilled Satay, the menu promises to tempt even the most hardcore meat lovers. And that’s not even getting into the add-ons and sides it offers, such as mushroom fries and barbecue potatoes.
Woods Square Tower, #01-06, Singapore 737737
Genesis RestaurantThis eatery proves that meat-free dishes can be as hearty and flavorful as their meat-based counterparts. Genesis Restaurant is especially known for its juicy dumplings, spring rolls, pork-free noodles and tofu cheesecake.
Havelock Road, #B1-01, Singapore 059763
WellSmoocht CollectiveWellSmoocht is a cafe and dessert bar which specializes in plant-based ice cream. Made from brown rice, sugar cane juice and fruits or nut butters, Smoocht’s rice cream, as they call it, comes in a wide variety of delicious flavors such as Earl Grey Lavender,Rose Coconut and Gula Melaka.
Sin Ming Centre, #01-03, Singapore 575628
Green CommonThis one-stop plant-based eatery and marketplace has a delicious menu of mouth-watering meat-free dishes, from Japanese cuisine like sushi and miso glazed fillet to Western dishes like fishless tacos and pasta, as well as local favourites such as seafood laksa and even buah keluak rice.
HarbourFront Walk, #169-170, Singapore 098585
Who is the passage intended for?| A．Those who want to lose weight. |
| B．Those who don’t eat meat. |
| C．Those who can’t go without meat. |
| D．Those who prefer home-made food. |
3 . The Colombian researchers are not the only ones working on creating a slower-melting ice cream. In 2015, scientists at the University of Dundee in Scotland found that a natural protein called BsIA was very effective in keeping the treat frozen for longer periods of time. With both teams fighting to be the first to get to the market, the future of everyone’s favorite dessert certainly looks bright.
What can be inferred from the last paragraph?| A．BsIA is popular in the market. |
| B．CNFs are more useful and expensive than BsIA． |
| C．Ice creams with CNFs have been on sale at the market. |
| D．Slowly enjoying an ice cream will soon become a reality. |
4 . Who can apply?
Anyone is qualified to enroll in the Summer Semester, but please note some courses are only available to current students who are enrolled in a UQ degree.
Past applicants have included:
●current UQ students
●students from other universities, including international students
●professionals
●adults from a range of backgrounds
●high-school students
Which word can best describe the past applicants of Summer Semester?| A．Skilled. | B．Young. | C．Diverse. | D．Competent. |
5 . Macaques don’t use the sharp flakes they create for anything, Luncz adds, noting that the monkeys have sharp teeth and don’t need cutting tools. The similar ancient stone tools collected from some of the earliest known sites, however, show evidence of being used for cutting tasks. For example, in Oldowan, a site dating between 3.3 million and 1.5 million years ago, researchers analyzed use-wear patterns on the tools and found that some of the flakes showed damage along their edges, indicating that they had been used for cutting. Cut marks on some fossils revealed that hominins had used stone tools for butchering the animals, making it clear that the sharp stone tools were anything but unintentional by-products of other pounding activities.
Why does the author mention the Oldowan site in paragraph 3?| A．To provide specific proof. | B．To clarify a complex concept. |
| C．To present an interesting fact. | D．To make a detailed comparison. |
6 . Eggs-perimenting with eggs
What can you do with eggs other than eat them?
Naked Eggs
What does an egg look like without its shell? You may be picturing the white and yolk in a bowl after cracking it, but that isn’t the only way to remove the shell.
Materials: an egg, white vinegar, a bowl, a spoon
Directions: Fill a bowl with one cup of vinegar. Add the egg to the bowl, and wait at least 24 hours. When you check it after a day, you’ll notice some bubbles on the egg and a residue (残留物) in the water. Use the spoon to gently remove the egg from the bowl. Dump out the old vinegar, and add a cup of fresh vinegar. Return the egg to the bowl, and wait another 24 hours. When you remove the egg this time, the shell should be completely dissolved. What remains will be the contents of the egg.
Walking on Eggshells
Can Eggs hold the weight of your entire body?
Materials: six cartons (硬纸盒) of eggs, a garbage bag
Directions: Place the garbage bag on the floor to make any necessary clean up easier. Place the cartons of eggs into two rows of three. Make sure all the eggs are pointing in the same direction— either all pointy end up or all rounded end up. Step onto the first carton of eggs carefully. Make sure your foot is as flat as possible and that you are distributing your weight evenly. If you’re careful, you will succeed. Eggs are actually incredibly strong. The arch shape at the top and the bottom of the egg allows pressure to be distributed evenly over the egg. If you were to place the eggs on their sides instead, you’d be likely to wind up with a gooey (胶粘的) mess.
What was the author’s purpose in writing this text?| A．To persuade readers to use eggs in new ways. |
| B．To entertain readers with funny use for eggs. |
| C．To tell readers some ways to experiment with eggs. |
| D．To inspire readers to conduct experiments carefully. |
7 . As Mrs. Brown revealed in her award acceptance speech about her journey to creating Eden Village, helping homeless people is something personal, “I watched as my homeless friends walked off into the darkness to a hidden, wet and cold camp while we went home to a warm bed. I had to do something.”
Why is Mrs. Brown’s award acceptance speech mentioned in the paragraph?| A．To express her sympathy for her friends. |
| B．To highlight the influence of the village. |
| C．To show her sincere gratitude for the award. |
| D．To give her reason for setting up the village. |
8 . Navigating growing up alongside academic demands is a difficult phase of life for anyone. “The hardest part of having dyscalculia in my K-12 experience was dealing with a disability on top of the normal aspects of growing up,” Cladek said. “Growing up with dyscalculia greatly affected myself-worth and not feeling like I am enough,” said Cladek, who is now a college student. “If I could only be able to fit in with the rest of the kids and not have this anxiety and frustration every time I look at a math problem on my worksheet, then I’ll be enough, which was a common thought I had.”
What does the author want to say by men toning Cladek’s experience?| A．Cladek has fantastic memories of schooling. |
| B．It’s better to have dyscalculia diagnosed earlier. |
| C．Growing up with dyscalculia is a big challenge. |
| D．Academic demands outweigh struggling with dyscalculia. |
9 . Beer Worth Traveling For
One could give to beer the higher status of a universal human truth. Think Irish Guinness or Japanese Sapporo, each culture has a beer all its own. But in recent years, smaller, more local craft breweries (啤酒厂) have been on the rise, necessitating globe-trotting to gain a taste of the regional takes on the classics.
From well-established breweries in South Africa and California, to the growing markets in Southeast Asia, craft beer is worth travelling for.
Szot Brewery
Talagante, Chile
A Californian and Chilean husband-and-wife team established this brewery outside Santiago in 2016. ......
The Dancing Camel Brewery
Tel Aviv, Israel
Located in a converted grain storage facility dating from the 1930s and established in 2005, Dancing Camel is Israel’s oldest microbrewery. ......
Young Master Brewery
Hong Kong SAR, China
As one of the first craft breweries in Hong Kong, Young Master Ales has been a hot spot since 2013. In addition to......
Young Henrys Brewery
Sydney, Australia
In the heart of the city, this brewery is all about the community, including reducing its environmental impact.......
Where does the text probably come from?| A．A travel guidebook. |
| B．A science magazine. |
| C．A biology textbook. |
| D．A wine advertisement. |
10 . Special Food Places to Try In Singapore
It’s an unpleasant fact that local food places are usually meant to cater to meat-eaters. It can be difficult to find a tasty food place that caters to meat-free diet. Here are some options to show you don’t need meat for a satisfactory treat.
Who is the passage intended for?| A．Those who want to lose weight. |
| B．Those who don’t eat meat. |
| C．Those who can’t go without meat. |
| D．Those who prefer home-made food. |
