1 . What’s more important in determining life success — book smarts or street smarts? This question gets at the heart of an important debate contrasting the relative importance of cognitive (认知) intelligence (CI) and emotional intelligence (EI).
Cognitive intelligence is still recognized as an important element of success, particularly when it comes to academic achievement. People with high cognitive intelligence typically do well in school, often earn more money, and tend to be healthier in general.
But today experts recognize that cognitive intelligence is not the only determining factor of life success. Instead, it is part of a complex range of influences — one that includes emotional intelligence. Many companies now provide emotional intelligence training and use emotional intelligence tests as part of the hiring process. Research has found that individuals with strong leadership potential also tend to be more emotionally intelligent. suggesting that a high emotional intelligence is an important equality for business leaders and managers. According to a survey of hiring managers, almost 75% of the responders suggested that they valued an employee’s emotional intelligence more than his cognitive intelligence.
Now that emotional intelligence is so important, can it be taught or strengthened? According to one meta-analysis that looked at the results of social and emotional learning programs, the answer to that question is definitely yes. Strategies for teaching emotional intelligence include character education, modeling positive behaviors, encouraging people to think about how others are feeling, and finding ways to be more empathetic (共鸣) toward others.
All in all, life success is a result of many factors. Both cognitive intelligence and emotional intelligence play roles in overall success, as well as health, wellness, and happiness. Rather than focusing on which factors have a prior influence, the greatest benefit may lie in learning to improve skills in multiple areas. In addition to strengthening cognitive abilities, such as memory and mental focus, you can also acquire and improve social and emotional skills.
1. People with book smarts tend to___________.| A．debate with other people | B．deal with various situations |
| C．be outstanding in academic research | D．be good at gaining real life experience |
| A．To indicate the strictness of hiring process. |
| B．To prove the priority of emotional intelligence. |
| C．To explain the result of emotional intelligence tests |
| D．To show the influence of cognitive intelligence on success. |
| A．Evaluating how others feel. | B．One’s extreme behaviors. |
| C．One’s academic performance | D．Controlling others’ emotions. |
| A．Does Book Smart Matter | B．Is CI or EI More Important? |
| C．What Counts Most in Life? | D．Mental Health or Physical Health? |
2 . The Tiangong space station is a space station being constructed by China. The construction of the station is based on the experience gained from its pioneers, Tiangong-l and Tiangong-2. The first module(舱), the Tianhe core module, was launched on 29 April 2021, followed by multiple crewed and uncrewed missions and two more modules to be launched by 2022.
According to China Manned Space Agency (CMSA), which operates the space station, the purpose and missions of Tiangong space station are listed as: breakthrough in key technologies such as permanent human operations in orbit, long-term autonomous spaceflight of the spacestation, life support technology; development of technology that can aid future deep space exploration.
The Tianhe Core Cabin Module (CCM) provides life support and living quarters for three crew members and provides guidance, navigation (导航) for the station. The module also provides the station’s power and life support system. The station is equipped with a small kitchen for food preparation and the first-ever microwave oven in the spaceflight, so that astronauts can always have hot food whenever they need. 120 different types of food, selected based on astronauts’ preference, are stored aboard.
China’s intention to build its own space station was amplified(增强的）after NASA refused Chines participation in Intemational Space Station in 2011.On 22 February 2017, CMSA and Italian Space Agency (ASD) signed an agreement to cooperate on long-term human spaceflight activities. The agreement holds importance due to Italy’s leading position in the field of human spaceflight with regard to the creation and development of the International Space Station and it shows Italy’s increased expectation in China’s developing space station program. Tiangong is also expected to host experiments from many other countries.
1. What do we know about the Tiangong space station?| A．It aims to build a core module. | B．Its construction has been finished |
| C．Self-controlled flight is impossible. | D．It can further assist space exploration. |
| A．Food stored aboard the station | B．Ways of cooking in space. |
| C．Living conditions on CCM. | D．Life supporting technologies. |
| A．Dependent and unclear. | B．Promising and Influential. |
| C．Leading but unpredictable. | D．Internationalized but risky. |
| A．Space fiction. | B．Life Health |
| C．Historical events. | D．Science |
3 . After spending his career as a chef and working as the Vice President of Food and Beverage at FireKeepers Hotel in Michigan, Michael McFarlen saw how much food would get thrown away from the hotel’s restaurant every day.
After some thinking, McFarlen came up with a plan to run a restaurant in the community that would also help support a food pantry (食品橱) on the property. After presenting the idea to FireKeepers leadership, they were immediately on board with the plan. In April of 2016, the FireKeepers Hotel and its owners, the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, bought Fire Station No.4, a historic firehouse. They renovated (翻新) the building and turned the fire station into a restaurant.
On April 19,2017, the restaurant, which they named The Fire Hub, opened to the public for the first time. At the same time, a food pantry, which they named the Kendall Street Food Pantry (KSEP) opened its door in the back of the building. "It really is amazing," Kathy George, the Chief Executive Officer of FireKeepers, told Second Wave Media about the special restaurant designed to support the food pantry. The first year of operation exceeded their expectations. Not only did the restaurant attract customers because of its popularity andsustainability, but the food pantry helped more people in the first year than they ever imagined.
When you think of people using food pantry services, you think of homeless or unemployed people. In reality, however, many of the people who have needed the food pantry’s help are people that are employed but still struggle to afford to pay for groceries. On top of helping run the Kendall Street Food Pantry, profits from the Fire Hub are also given to nonprofits like the Safe Place and the Food Bank of South Central Michigan Inc. “We’re building a responsible business that takes profits and gives to nonprofits,” McFarlen said. “As we get more and more involved, we will give to many other charities and nonprofits.”
1. Why did McFarlen want to set up a food pantry?| A．To recycle waste food. | B．To bring profits to the hotel. |
| C．To help feed the people in need. | D．To renovate a historic firehouse. |
| A．Opposed to. | B．Doubtful about. |
| C．Indifferent to. | D．In favor of. |
| A．Charitable. | B．Costly. | C．Conventional. | D．Profitable. |
| A．The pantry merely serves the people out of job. |
| B．The Fire Hub will contribute more continuously. |
| C．The local citizens are lacking in job opportunities. |
| D．The food in the pantry is affordable for the homeless. |
4 . Day Trips & Tours from London
Golden Tours provides popular day trips in the UK to destinations! Fully organized tours from London are professionally guided, there’s no better way to begin an exciting adventure during a day trip from London.
Stonehenge Tour
Price: Adult:￡54,Child: ￡51,Family (2 adults&2 children): ￡205
As one of the most famous attractions, Stonehenge promises to be an unforgettable experience. During this day tour, you’ll get to go up close to these ancient stones and piece together the evidence before you. How did they get there? Who put them there? Why are they there? There have been many theories for the existence of Stonehenge but this is your chance to work it out for yourself!
Leeds Castle Tour
Price: Adult: ￡95, Child: ￡86,Family (2 adults &2 children): ￡355
You couldn’t imagine a castle in a morel beautiful setting! Surrounded by 500 acres of parkland and a still lake, Leeds Castle used to be the first choice for the royals to spend theirsummer vacation-Henry VIII once lived here with Catherine of Aragon. During this private visit，your tour guide will show you how the Tudors (都铎王朝) lived here. Transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach will be provided, and this tour operates in English, Chinese, Japanese and Spanish.
Cambridge Tour
Price: Adult: ￡101,Child: ￡91,Family (2 adults &2 children): ￡374
You’ll get to visit the location of the University of Cambridge and the famous Senate House, once used for gatherings of the Council and now a traditional place for degree ceremonies. With its neoclassical architecture and rich history, you’ll get to learn more about its place in Cambridge culture. Considering its high popularity, you need to reserve your spot online.
Stratford-upon-Avon Tour
Price: Adult ￡89 Child: ￡79 ,Family (2 adults& 2children): ￡326
Explore Stratford-upon-Avon, the home town of Britain’s most celebrated writer-the influential William Shakespeare. The town is proud of its rich history and there are plenty of houses and cottages that still stand in the half-timbered (半木质的) style. It’s the perfect place to find out more about Elizabethan history.
1. How much should a family of 2 adults and 1 child pay to visit Stonehenge?| A．￡108. | B．￡156 | C．￡159. | D．￡205 |
| A．It offers mini-bus transport. |
| B．It should be booked in advance |
| C．The royals will show you around the castle. |
| D．Multi-language guide services are available |
| A．Stonehenge Tour | B．Leeds Castle Tour. |
| C．Cambridge Tour. | D．Stratford-upon-Avon Tour |
As a young boy, I was always a troublemaker and up to no good. I liked playing tricks and enjoyed treating animals in an unfriendly way, like running after cats crazily, making them scared at the sight of me. Besides, I often used a handmade catapult (弹弓) to shoot at birds on the trees.
All this did afford me indescribable pleasure but also got me unkind stares and blames from people around. My parents disapproved of my behavior and were constantly criticizing me for the tricks I played. I was even given a good beating from my father from time to time. Nevertheless, I ignored their warnings and did not correct my ways until an incident occurred.
One summer noon when I was eight, I was alone at home and just finished lunch. Feeling very hot and bored, I decided to hang around the neighborhood, holding my trusty catapult.
Soon, I came to Mr Smith’s house. His pet dog, big and strong, was tied to a post outside his house, lying in the shade lazily. Looking around, I found that no one was in sight. I decided to make good use of my catapult to play tricks on the massive dog. Picking up a few small stones from the ground, I aimed at the dog and fired them one by one. Several stones hit the poor dog and it began to bark (吠) loudly in pain and jump up and down. But I felt so fun that I didn’t stop doing so. Eventually, the dog’s anger was fueled and it barked wildly at me while struggling to break away from the rope. Not realizing anything wrong with my crazy behavior, I was just laughing happily.
Suddenly, the rope that tied the dog loosened and the big dog got free from its bonds. In no time, with a few powerful steps the dog was on me. Its sharp teeth sank into my leg. I screamed with pain and fright and fell to the ground, shouting out for help.
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Luckily, my miserable shouts caught Mr Smith’s attention.
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His words left me ashamed and I decided to make a change.
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6 . My twin sister and I studied in the same school for ten years. The first day we entered the campus, we were
As we got older, I discovered the school wasn’t always where beauty was an everyday
I decided to do something to give the campus a new
We first painted the stone sculptures, refreshing the few remaining fairies. To bring
The tree by the school gate was dead and its bare branches were
Everything done, we smiled heartily looking around the fantastic “new” school.
1.| A．educated | B．struck | C．relaxed | D．disturbed |
| A．settled | B．visited | C．worked | D．chatted |
| A．routine | B．habit | C．expectation | D．purpose |
| A．removing | B．replacing | C．wrapping | D．painting |
| A．chance | B．look | C．background | D．culture |
| A．explore | B．publicize | C．beautify | D．protect |
| A．permission | B．reward | C．promise | D．concern |
| A．security | B．honesty | C．politeness | D．imagination |
| A．proudly | B．bravely | C．artfully | D．anxiously |
| A．turned in | B．cut off | C．picked out | D．given up |
| A．astonished | B．disappointed | C．annoyed | D．upset |
| A．flag | B．reminder | C．tool | D．start |
| A．Instead of | B．In hope of | C．In addition to | D．In spite of |
| A．windows | B．bells | C．handles | D．curtains |
| A．recorded | B．hid | C．cured | D．spotted |
7 . My father, 92, lives alone in Mackay. Although active in personality, he has 
) stopped, “I will
Dad wasn’t sure at first but then said thanks. The man then unloaded (卸下) the groceries from the trolley (推车) carefully and made sure they were
A couple of days later, Dad was at the bank in the line. The “young” man behind him said, “I will
“No.” was the reply, “I know my Dad would find it
Dad said, “I’m happily
So, to those two “young” men of uncertain
| A．slow | B．funny | C．strange | D．easy |
| A．watch out | B．check | C．set off | D．show up |
| A．taught | B．contacted | C．showed | D．told |
| A．packed | B．chose | C．took | D．supplied |
| A．allow | B．help | C．request | D．advise |
| A．fresh | B．suitable | C．full | D．safe |
| A．problem | B．way | C．secret | D．doubt |
| A．take | B．hold | C．find | D．know |
| A．sad | B．lonely | C．weak | D．mad |
| A．hard | B．comfortable | C．boring | D．interesting |
| A．bravely | B．curiously | C．properly | D．thankfully |
| A．nod | B．turn | C．shake | D．touch |
| A．frightened | B．annoyed | C．surprised | D．attracted |
| A．hobby | B．age | C．purpose | D．position |
| A．friendly | B．small | C．new | D．formal |
8 . With greater climate catastrophe (气候突变) on Earth, it is natural for us to make every effort to stop the potential floods, snowstorms, and alarming reports from scientists. For many of us (myself included), part of that means running out to buy reusable straws, organic cleaners, and packaging-free products.
However, before you rejoice in “green” purchases, take a second to consider the results of a new study from Arizona University. By comparing the shopping habits, mental health and environmental impact of young people, the researchers reaffirmed a principle: Buying less beats buying “green” stuff without effort. And that is true whether you are looking at the impact that your purchases have on the Earth or on your own happiness.
It should not come as a shock that simply consuming less is better for the planet. After all, every new item a factory yields requires some resources to produce. Take plastic bag bans for instance. If your city is getting rid of single-use shopping bags, it can be tempting to pay for a fashionable organic cotton bag hanging in the check-out line of your local supermarket. However, experts insist that growing cotton is actually no better for the Earth than producing the conventional plastic bags. Your best bet for carrying your groceries if you care about sustainability? Any bag you already own. This is true of many kinds of “green” products.
It is not just the Earth that will be happier if you buy less. You will feel more contented too, according to the new study. “People believe that they might well be self-satisfied about becoming environmentally conscious through green buying patterns, but it doesn't seem to be that way”, said the lead researcher Sabrina Helm. “Reduced consumption has effects on increased well-being and decreased psychological distress, but we don't see that with green consumption.”
“Owning every new green product on the market might make you feel contented, but if you relieve yourself of that burden of ownership, most people report feeling a lot better,” said Helm.
1. Why does the writer mention green shopping habits?| A．To call on a green lifestyle. | B．To praise people's green efforts. |
| C．To introduce a social trend. | D．To present a half true “green truth”. |
| A．The plastic bag bans are of no effect. |
| B．Using any bag you have is the best bet. |
| C．Reduced consumption is better for the Earth. |
| D．Growing cotton is actually far worse for the Earth. |
| A．The sense of achievement. | B．The sense of happiness. |
| C．Psychological pressure. | D．Environmental awareness. |
| A．Less is More | B．The Greener, The Happier |
| C．Happiness Guarantee | D．What Are Really Green Products? |
9 . For many people, catching a smell of freshly cut grass is a pleasant sign that warmer weather is here to stay. For the grass, however, this scent signals an entirely different story.
The smell we associate with freshly cut grass is actually a chemical SOS, one used by plants to beg nearby creatures to save them from attack. After all, when danger strikes —whether it's gardening equipment or a hungry caterpillar — plants can't lift their roots and run. They must fight where they stand. To protect themselves, plants employ a string of molecular (分子) responses. These chemical communications can be used to poison an enemy, warn surrounding plants of dangers or attract helpful insects to perform needed services.
Clearly, plants can communicate. But does that mean they can feel pain? According to some researchers, plants release gases that are the equivalent of crying out in pain. Using a laser-powered microphone, researchers have picked up sound waves produced by plants releasing gases when cut or injured. Although not audible to the human ear, the secret voices of plants have revealed that cucumbers scream when they are sick, and flowers cry when their leaves are cut.
There's also evidence that plants can hear themselves being eaten. Researches show that plants understand and respond to chewing sounds made by caterpillars dining on them. As soon as the plants hear the noises, they respond with several defense mechanisms.
For some researchers, evidence of these complex communication systems — giving out noises via gas when in pain — signals that plants feel pain. Others argue that there cannot be pain without a brain to register the feeling. Still more scientists infer that plants can exhibit intelligent behavior without possessing a brain or conscious awareness.
As they grow, plants can change their paths to avoid obstacles or reach for support with their tendrils (卷须). This activity comes from a complex biological network distributed through the plants' roots, leaves and stems. This network helps plants reproduce, grow and survive.
1. What does the smell of freshly cut grass signal?| A．Warmer weather. | B．Being poisonous. |
| C．Cry for help. | D．The need of services. |
| A．By giving out gases. | B．By changing the color of their leaves. |
| C．By producing audible sound waves. | D．By sharing it through the root systems. |
| A．Their tendrils. | B．Their biological network. |
| C．Their communication systems. | D．Their conscious awareness. |
| A．Do plants feel pain? | B．How plants protect themselves? |
| C．Do plants communicate? | D．How plants grow and reproduce? |
Kareem sighed as he counted his money again. He was still short of fifty dollars to buy the latest Speedster X bike. In order to save his pocket money to replace his old bike, he had been packing sandwiches to school the last three months.
“How can I get that fifty dollars?” he thought to himself. His mind was wondering when Mother’s voice disturbed his thoughts. “Kareem, I just ran into Aunty Kim, our neighbour who just moved in next door. Her son, Shawn, will cycle to school next week. Could you show him the shortcut to school later? It’s Saturday anyway!” Hearing this, Kareem had no option but to obey it, He knew Mother had probably already volunteered his service to Aunty Kim. “Oh, here’s a mail from your Grandma. Open it!” added Mother.
Kareem’s grandmother lived abroad and she would send him photos and cards. He opened the envelope and pulled out a greeting card. Incredibly, a fifty dollar note slipped out as well! Kareem was wild with joy. Waving the note in the air, he shouted happily, “Enough money for my bike!”
At 2 p. m. Kareem met Shawn as arranged by their mothers. The sooner he finished this task, the sooner he could go to the bike shop. While the boys were cycling, a squirrel (松鼠) appeared behind a parked car and dashed across the road so suddenly that the boys knocked into each other and fell down heavily. Kareem said regretfully, “I forgot to warn you about the squirrel population here.” As Kareem was lifting up his broken bike, Shawn cried anxiously, “Oh, my poor bike! It’s completely broken.”
Watching Shawn carrying the disabled bike home in silence, Kareem hurried to the bike shop for his dream bike. The sign “Half Price for Old Models” in the shop attracted his eyes.
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“A Speedster X bike or two old models?” Kareem hesitated.
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“Hi!” Kareem appeared at Shawn’s door cheerfully and asked, “Want to ride together?”
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