1 . How to support someone with depression virtually(虚拟地)

The pandemic has influenced many of us, especially when it comes to our mental health. Given our even more frequent online behavior these days, there are more chances to connect with and help depressed loved ones through a screen. The following ways can help you support your loved one with depression from a distance.

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Depression is a common and serious medical illness negatively affecting how you feel and think. It can be a challenge to recognize depression in a loved one when you're not seeing them in person regularly.       2     You can notice positive changes in the symptoms of depression. You can notice whether your friend is less physically anxious.

Seek mental health resources together

    3     Your friend might want to find professional help but their drive to do so might be missing because depression can consume people's energy. As a friend, you could make that first step with them. If your friend asks you to help, search for mental health resources together on the Internet. 

Send care packages and virtual reminders of your love.

Care packages can be an effective way to remind your loved ones they're important to you. You can send letters, or photos of good times you've shared. If your friend is open to it, you can also tall about what you sent during phone calls or texts.     4     

Take care of yourself, too

    5      If you're giving your all to your loved one with depression, you can't take care of them or yourself. But there are some tools to help you do both. Thinking in silence can improve mental health. You can also invite your friend to join you when exercising through apps.

A．But there are things you can do.

B．Know the definition and recognize the signs.

C．It is a good chance to show what you think of them.

D．It's a conversation starter, and it might help them feel good.

E．You might have heard of the saying "You can't pour from an empty cup."

F．When it comes to depression, sometimes the hardest step is the initial one.

G．There are a lot of symptoms, and not everyone experiences them all.

2 . In the year 2024，NASA plans to send astronauts to the moon. It will be the first time since 1970 that humans have touched down on Earth's only natural satellite. The task will also include the first woman to travel to the moon.

NASA will have a cool new tool to help it with this task: the Unified Geologic Map of the Moon, which was released by the United States Geological survey (USGS) in April. This is a topographical (地形上的) map——that is，it shows physical features，such as the height of mountains and the depth of valleys.

The new moon map took more than 50 years to make. It started with six original maps collected by cameras attached to orbiting satellites. One camera took wide-angle pictures of the moon. The other made topographical pictures by shooting laser at the moon's surface. Then all those pictures were laid on top of the map scans. With the pictures pieced together，we can see the moon's layers and tell the difference between its terrains(地形).

There are ancient highlands which were made when asteroids(小行星) crashed into the moon. They show up on the map in bright yellow. There are low-lying lava plains (熔岩平原) which formed when volcanoes erupted from 10 million to a million years ago. These show up as warm reds and pinks.

USGS geologist James Skinners the map is still not detailed enough to let NASA scientists decide whether a particular spot would make a good landing site，but it is a good foundation for their next studies.“Everything can be improved upon，”James adds.

1. What does NASA plan to do in 2024?

A．Go back to the moon	B．Restart the Apollo missions
C．Release a new map of the moon	D．Send female astronauts to the moon

2. What do we know about the Unified Geologic Map of the Moon?

A．It consists of six maps	B．It was designed in a3D model
C．It shows every detail of the moon	D．It was created based on old moon maps

3. What does James Skinner think of the new moon map?

A．It should have more colors	B．It's of little value to NASA scientists
C．It's not perfect but can provide a good start	D．It's helpful in finding a landing site on the moon

4. What would be a suitable title for the text?

A．A new way to make a moon map	B．A new aid to NASA's next moon trip
C．The last study on the moon's terrains	D．NASA's new technology of studying the moon

3 . About a week after Glenda and Raphi Savitz welcomed their daughter Samantha to the world, they learned that she was deaf.

“She was the first deal person we had known，so obviously it was really a challenge，” Glenda says，“We knew right away that we had to get involved in the deaf community and get immersed in American Sign Language (ASL).”What the new parents didn't know then was that their new neighbors would decide to start learning ASL，too.

The family had moved to their neighborhood just three months earlier. When they moved in, a neighbor stopped by to deliver Glenda a telephone directory of everyone who lives in the neighborhood，complete with photos and contact information.

It’s a place people don’t want to leave. It’s also a place where people are serious about being good neighbors. So when Samantha was out with her parents，neighbors like Jill McNeil were really sad that they couldn’t greet the girl with words. Then he thought，“Since she couldn’t learn our language，why don’t we learn hers?”

McNeil and three other neighbors quietly signed up for local adult education classes in ASL. As with any new language, learning ASL takes time. But McNeil says the classes are working. “We know how to say, ‘Are you riding your bike?’ or ‘You have pretty new pink sports shoes.’ There’s a dog across the street that she loves to plays with. So we all know the sign for ‘dog’.

The classes have been such a hit that there are now two offerings，on two different weeknights, bringing the number of neighbors learning the language to about 40.

“We’re just thankful that we live here and we’re surrounded by these wonderful people.” Raphi Savitz says. And they’re not the only ones who say they’re grateful.

“We are really enjoying the whole process，not only learning ASI，but learning together.”says McNeil. “It’s made our neighborhood a closer place.”

1. We can infer when Samantha's parents knew she was deaf，they felt _______

A．disappointed

B．annoyed

C．concerned

D．relieved

2. Why did the neighbor give Glenda the telephone directory?

A．To ask for her family's information.	B．To show the history of the neighborhood.
C．To help her family know neighbors better.	D．To continue a tradition in the neighborhood.

3. What made Jill McNeil sad according to paragraph 4?

A．He couldn't talk to Samantha.	B．He found it hard to master ASL.
C．He learned that Samantha is deaf.	D．He left a bad impression on Samantha.

4. What did learning ASL bring to the neighborhood according to McNeil?

A．Better living conditions.	B．An open mind to deaf people.
C．A boom in learning new skills.	D．Stronger lies among neighbors.

4 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Our society tends to place emphasis on romantic relationships. We think that just finding that right person     1     (make) us happy and fulfilled. But research shows that friends are actually even     2     (important) to our psychological welfare. Friends bring more     3     (happy) into our lives than virtually anything else.

Friendships have a huge impact     4     your mental health and well-being. Good friends relieve stress,provide comfort and joy,and prevent loneliness and isolation(孤独).     5     (develop) close friendships,you can also improve your own physical health. Lack of social connection may pose     6     much of a risk as smoking,drinking too much, or leading a sedentary(久坐的) lifestyle. Moreover,friends     7     (relate) to longevity(长寿). One Swedish study found that,along with physical activity,maintaining     8     rich network of friends can add significant years to your life.

But close friendships don't just happen. Many of us struggle     9     (meet) people and develop quality connections. Whatever your age or circumstances, though, it's never too late to make new friends,reconnect with old ones and     10     (great) improve your social life,emotional health,and overall well-being.

5 . Teaching the next generation is an effective way to transform the future. A nonprofit group in Israel has taken this to heart by greening schools with soilless farming. The group is called Startup Roots, which is teaching students about hydroponics（水塔）,and as a result, they are learning nutrition and science.

“Many children think that vegetables come from the grocery store. They have no concept of the chain behind it. So we try to connect kids with the source of their food,”said Robin Katz，founder of this organization. Katz started it in 2014, realizing that many children have access to fresh, healthy and affordable produce. She was drawn to hydroponics because this system uses 90 percent less water and grows more plants per meter                    than traditional farming.

Their first project created a soilless farm using just 100 square meters of a school. They started out by growing 14 plants per meter. The students were excited to pick vegetables in just 30 days and were soon able to produce 1500 vegetables per month!

Working with science teachers,the organization guides students to learn science and nutrition. In addition,it has brought in dieticians(营养学家) to teach the effect that food choices have on health. Startup Roots has improved their methods by installing vertical(垂直的) farming systems that can sit in hallways when schools are tight on space,Since the first school installation,their yield has improved greatly,resulting in the production of 120 plants per meter.

In order to educate the general population,the organization is also working to create an interactive(交互式的) urban agriculture exhibit. More youths are eagerly researching plant seeds and growing plants.

“There is no greater pleasure than to watch students grow by growing,”said Katz. Aside from producing organic vegetables in schools,the organization is planting roots in this young generation,encouraging them to lead healthier and more environmentally-friendly lives.

1. What does Startup Roots do to change the future?

A．Ask students to change their attitude.	B．Change the surroundings of a school.
C．Connect students with new food.	D．Teach students a farming system.

2. Why did Robin Katz show interest in hydroponics?

A．It thought students about nutrition.	B．It saved water and had a higher output.
C．It was easy to produce good vegetables.	D．It caused no damage to the environment.

3. What can we learn about Startup Roots' first soilless farm?

A．It produced 120 plants per meter.	B．It relied on vertical farming systems.
C．It collected vegetables in a month.	D．It was guided by science teachers.

4. Which is one of the ultimate goals of Startup Roots?

A．Booking the urban agriculture.	B．Inspiring youths to live a healthier life.
C．Teaching young generations to grow crops.	D．Forcing youths to pay more attention to environment.

6 . New York: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Slightseeing Tour

Board a sightseeing bus to discover the city that doesn't sleep. Hop on and off as many times as you like with ticket options valid for 1, 2, or 3 days, and explore Downtown and Up-town with options including Harlem, Brooklyn and night tour.

About this activity

Free cancellation and cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund(退款).

Optional audio guide including Spanish,Chinese,English,French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian.

Wheelchair accessible.

Highlights

See the landmarks of New York, from Times Square to the world famous Brooklyn Bridge and you also can see Midtown and catch views of Central Park on the Uptown Loop. Hop on or hop off at your leisure to create your own customized journey around                    the city and use a free headset to hear pre-recorded commentary in a selection of languages.

Includes

Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Free Wi-Fi

Live bus tracking via the free app

English-speaking guide

Recorded comments in 10 languages

Entry to Empire State Building

1-Hour Circle Line Liberty Journey

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned but customers must keep distance in vehicles. The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds.

Traveler requirements

Customers are required to bring and wear masks.

Prepare for the activity

Meeting point

Join the tour at any of the stops along the route.

Important information

Children under the age of 3 may travel free, but must be accompanied by a dedicated adult (1 adult to 1 child) and cannot occupy a seat that's meant for a fare-paying passenger.

Please bring appropriate clothing in case of bad weather.

1. What can we know about the sightseeing bus?

A．It can be boarded many times.	B．It only offers service in the day time.
C．It doesn't offer many choices.	D．It is free for local people.

2. How can you get a full refund?

A．Cancelling it on the Internet.	B．Cancelling it 24 hours beforehand.
C．Keeping it perfect.	D．Using a free cancellation.

3. What are the visitors of the tour required to do?

A．Begin the tour at the first stop.	B．Clean the seats on their own.
C．Bring water and food with them.	D．Pay the fare for children above 3 years old.

7 . How Do You Make Someone Feel Important?

When you value someone in your life, you want them to know that they’re special.     1     Read on for more ideas on how to make someone feel important.

Address them by name. This is a super easy way to make someone feel important. People like hearing the sound of their own name, and it makes them feel special to be addressed so specifically.     2     If you have a question, compliment, or even just a comment to share with them, follow what you say with their name.

Compliment them.     3     Tell them something you appreciate about them, like their expertise when it comes to cooking or their amazing singing abilities. Whatever it may be, tell them how much you like these qualities about them. It will make them feel special and unique, like their skills made an impact on you.

    4     A huge part of feeling important is being understood and heard. Focus on what this person has to say. Put your phone away and make eye contact with them while they speak. Practice active listening techniques, like restating what they’ve said in your own words, to fully understand them. Try nodding along as they speak and smiling to encourage them to keep talking.

Let them know you’re thinking of them. A simple text or comment can make a huge difference. Next time you catch yourself thinking about a fun time you had last summer, text them and let them know. Everyone likes to hear that someone has thought of them.     5    

A．Listen to what they have to say.

B．Complimenting someone makes them feel valued.

C．There are some kind gestures of encouragement.

D．There are several ways to show your appreciation.

E．It is great to know that their knowledge is valued.

F．When greeting someone, say name instead of a simple “hello”.

G．It reminds them that they’ve made a positive impact on someone’s life.

8 . The human brain has remained largely unchanged since it evolved. Long ago, humans had to focus on the task at hand. Yet today, our brains face a constant stream of digital information that, many scientists think, could have worrisome effects.

In October 2020, scientists published a study that supports the concern. The scientists studied media multitasking, which means people use multiple forms of digital or screen-based media at the same time. The study found that this type of multitasking may impair the ability to concentrate in young adults. This makes them unable to later recall specific situations or experiences.

For the study, scientists recruited 80 young adults aged 18 to 26. The participants were first presented with images of objects on a computer screen and asked to classify the pleasantness or the size of each one. After a 10-minute break, the subjects were then shown additional objects and asked whether the subjects were already classified or new.

During this process, the scientists measured participants’ brain activity and eye movement. This data let scientists track if the young adults were paying attention while being asked to remember the images. Then, the findings were compared to the results of a questionnaire the participants filled out before the study that asked questions about everyday attention, mind wandering and media multitasking.

The participants who reported more media multitasking had more absence of mind during the test. The pupils of their eyes were also smaller, which is a known marker of reduced attention. They also had reduced brain-signal patterns known to be associated with episodic memory—the recall of particular events.

Previous work had shown a connection between media multitasking and poorer episodic memory. The new findings offer clues as to why this might be the case.

“Individuals who are heavier media multitaskers may show worse memory because they have lower sustained attention ability,” says Kevin Madore, the paper’s lead author.

Madore says the new study stresses the need to be mindful of how we engage with media. “I think our data point to the importance of being consciously aware of attentiveness,” he says.

1. What do scientists say about media multitasking?

A．It may cause memory damage.	B．It common among teenagers.
C．It enables individuals to better concentrate.	D．It improves the ability to process information.

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

A．Demonstrate.

B．Maintain.

C．Draw.

D．Weaken.

3. What can be learnt from the study?

A．Participants’ attention was closely monitored.

B．Filling out questionnaires isn5t a must in the research.

C．Participants were asked to classify objects twice.

D．Participants’ pupils expanded during the study.

4. What does the study lay stress on?

A．The importance of media awareness.	B．The need to stay away from media.
C．The need to treat media properly.	D．The importance of developing media.

9 . Wang Mengmeng uses volunteers at the Expo 2010 Shanghai as the subject for her third book on the work of volunteers in China. The 27-year-old writer, herself a volunteer, has decided that the last three books will be about those who contribute their time to the Expo. She said she would try to reflect what Expo volunteers had done to boost the image and statue of this world event. “I am deeply moved by what they have done for the event and I have a strong desire to document their work and achievements,” she said. The young writer said she was currently preparing to research the subject and interview Expo volunteers. Wang presented copies of her latest book, Mijiu, to more than 50 Expo volunteers at the Shanghai Book Fair.

Her book looks at the lives and work of volunteers protecting the environment and endangered animal species. “My new book about the Expo volunteers will be my last on volunteers,” she said at a ceremony. “Volunteers can play a big role in making the world harmonious,” she said. “It is my pleasure to present copies of my book to Expo volunteers.” “The theme I express in the book should accord with (与……一致) that of the World Expo, letting people live in a harmonious world.”

Wang has channeled her energy since her graduation from university in 2006 to volunteer work. She started as a volunteer teacher in a poverty-stricken area in Yunnan province. She then volunteered to work at the Natural Protection Zone in Yancheng, Jiangsu province. These volunteer experiences helped her complete the first two books on the work of volunteers.

Her first book describes the happiness and hardships teachers faced when they worked in the poverty-stricken mountainous areas. The second tells a story about two generations of Chinese and foreigners protecting the environment and wildlife in China. She suffered a lot when living and working with locals as a volunteer. But all this provided abundant material for her novels, she said. “Being a volunteer helps me learn a lot from the people. It helps me mature,’’ Wang said.

1. What subject is Mengmeng’s third book about?

A．Volunteers in the world.	B．Volunteers at the Expo 2010 Shanghai.
C．Volunteers in China.	D．Volunteers in remote regions.

2. What can we know from Mengmeng’s experiences?

A．She worked as a volunteer teacher.

B．She was a volunteer reporter at the Expo.

C．She became a volunteer before her graduation.

D．She liked to work at the Natural Protection Zone best.

3. How does Wang find the volunteer work?

A．Promising.

B．Aggressive.

C．Exciting.

D．Beneficial.

4. What is the best title of the text?

A．Volunteer work is a lifelong career

B．Volunteer work earns written praise

C．A volunteer teacher in poverty area

D．Three books about the Expo volunteers

10 . Amy Wright, founder of a non-profit coffee shop received an award for her work to help people with disabilities. Except two managers, everyone at the first coffee shop she ______ in Wilmington, North Carolina, has an intellectual or developmental ______ , like Down syndrome（唐氏综合征）, cerebral palsy or autism（自闭症）.

Last December, 10 incredible people were honored for their work helping others at “CNN Heroes: An All Star Tribute”. Amy Wright was ______ for her innovative, non-profit coffee shop that ______ people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

In the midst of her acceptance speech, she had a special message for her two youngest children, both of whom have Down syndrome and are the ______ for her work. "I want you to know that I would not change you for the world. But I will change the world for you."

Two months later, Amy was ______ to open a second coffee shop, this one in Charlestown, South Carolina, finding special ways to tell each new ______ member that they got the job. ______ , opening day arrived. As customers poured in, some staff got ______ .

For most of these 17 new employees, this is their first job. They've been learning about how to ______ people and how to work the register. And for Amy, that's what it's all about, ______ others how much her team can do.

People with intellectual disabilities aren't valued. And so, this coffee shop has ______ a place where people see their value. Amy wants to open 10 more shops around the country within the next two years, inspiring other employers to explore this often ______ workforce. It's a（n） ______ that she hopes will change the world, one cup of coffee and one ______ at a time.

1.

A．sold

B．opened

C．bought

D．found

2.

A．disability

B．responsibility

C．possibility

D．flexibility

3.

A．adopted

B．received

C．recognized

D．organized

4.

A．hires

B．monitors

C．saves

D．provides

5.

A．ambition

B．inspiration

C．foundation

D．determination

6.

A．brave

B．sure

C．free

D．ready

7.

A．stuff

B．staff

C．agent

D．career

8.

A．Frankly

B．Finally

C．Hopefully

D．Frequently

9.

A．traditional

B．personal

C．additional

D．emotional

10.

A．protect

B．supply

C．greet

D．tolerate

11.

A．promising

B．asking

C．warning

D．showing

12.

A．explored

B．searched

C．created

D．gathered

13.

A．overlooked

B．overestimated

C．overburdened

D．overemphasized

14.

A．possession

B．admission

C．mission

D．permission

15.

A．look

B．view

C．cry

D．smile