1 . If you’re new to San Francisco, paying the city a visit, or simply looking for a new playground for you and your dog, here are four of the finest dog parks in San Francisco.
Corona Heights Dog Park
Often visited by residents from all over the city because of its nearness to the Randall Museum, Corona Heights Dog Park offers pets and owners breathtaking view after a steep hillside climb, and a fenced dog area that allows dogs to let loose without a leash (狗链). Owners will also enjoy the playground, tennis courts and basketball courts.
Dolores Dog Park
The grounds of Dolores Park once served as camps for those who were left homeless by the 1906 earthquake, but now are often visited by crowds of Mission District people. Four-legged friends can also wander about care free off-leash while making friends with other members of the doggie community.
Pine Lake Dog Park
Famous for its place as a rest stop for hundreds of species of birds to fly to and from warmer climates, Pine Lake Park is also prized by city dogs and their owners for their nice hiking paths, picturesque lake suited for swimming, and off-leash area on the park’s west end that lets dogs run free.
Buena Vista Dog Park
With a history of 146 years, Buena Vista Park is San Francisco’s oldest park. Dogs and owners with plus energy will love burning it on this park’s steep paths and winding staircases. Dog owners should have good control over their dogs, as it’s quite easy for dogs to get separated when going through Buena Vista’s many twists and turns.
1. What do Corona Heights Dog Park and Dolores Dog Park have in common?A.There are many steep stairs there. | B.Dogs can go around freely there. |
C.They serve as camps for the homeless. | D.It is suitable for hiking for owners of dog. |
A.It is a good place for all kinds of birds to rest. | B.It is close to a museum. |
C.Dogs must be on a leash there. | D.It is suitable for making friends. |
A.Dolores Dog Park. | B.Pine Lake Dog Park. |
C.Buena Vista Dog Park. | D.Corona Heights Dog Park. |
2 . I grew up in a poor family. This was something I did not realize until I was older. I thought everyone in the city took the bus, because everyone in my neighborhood took the bus. I thought everyone in the city used the food bank, because all my friends’ cupboards were filled with the same government-labeled food that filled my cupboards. We all wore hand-me-down clothes.
Grocery shopping was my first experience understanding that my family was a little different. My mom used paper money that looked different from the paper money others in line were using. I asked my mom why our money looked different. She said that we used food stamps that were helped by the government so we could eat.
In high school, I was still embarrassed and wished we were not so poor, but I loved my mom and the other members of my family and knew we had things to be proud of. My mother taught me how to love and told me to believe in myself. Growing up in poverty taught me perseverance (毅力). I have always believed in myself and my abilities. I knew I could focus on school and build a life that looked different from my childhood.
As I became a man, I started understanding how my experiences enabled me to be resilient (有韧性的), and how to respect people for who they are as an individual—and not by what they have. I think there are a lot of fixed images placed on those experiencing poverty that do not actually come from the people experiencing it. These judgments come from people on the outside trying not to look into the experience. Hardworking , trustworthy, reliable, clean, efficient, successful and disciplined are all words not typically associated with poverty. But those words are very much shown by those experiencing poverty. I am proud to be who I am and proud of where I’m from.
1. Why did the mom use different paper money in the shop?A.To show our difference. | B.To spend the extra stamps. |
C.To support the government. | D.To buy food without real money. |
A.She was wise. | B.She was patient. | C.She was single. | D.She was educated. |
A.Frightened. | B.Annoyed. | C.Grateful. | D.Confused. |
A.Struggling With Being Poor | B.Lessons From Growing Up Poor |
C.Staying Poor Means Staying Foolish | D.My Childhood Memories |
3 . I don’t know what your dream is. I don’t care how disappointing it might be as you’re working toward that dream.
There will be moments when you are going to doubt yourself.
Dreaming is the easy part.
A.Your dreams never walk away |
B.Do not be afraid to dream |
C.Acting on the dream is harder |
D.You must spend more time achieving it |
E.You’ll say, “Why? Why is this happening to me?” |
F.Many of you fail to seek your purpose in life |
G.But that dream you’re holding in your mind is possible |
4 . A Japanese company has announced the successful test drive of a flying car. SkyDrive Inc. conducted the public demonstration on August 25. The company said in a news release at the Toyota Test Field, one of the largest in Japan, “This is the first time the flying car was exhibited to the public.”
“We are extremely excited to have achieved Japan’s first-ever manned flight of a flying car in the two dozen months since we founded SkyDrive...” CEO Tomohiro Fukuzawa said in a statement. “We want to realize a society where flying cars are an accessible and convenient means of transportation in the skies and people are able to experience a secure, and comfortable new way of life.”
The car, named SD-03, manned with a pilot, took off and circled the field for about four minutes. It is the world’s smallest electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicle and takes up the space of about two parked cars, according to the company. It has eight motors to ensure “safety in emergency situations”.
“We wanted this vehicle to be futuristic, charismatic and desirable for all future customers, while fully incorporating the high technology of SkyDrive,” Design Director Takumi Yamamot said. The company hopes to make the flying car a part of normal life and not just a commodity. More test flights will occur in the future under different conditions to make sure the safety and technology of the vehicle meet industry standards.
The success of this flight means that it is likely the car will be tested outside of the Toyota Test Field by the end of the year. “The company will continue to develop technologies to safely and securely launch the flying car in 2024,” the news release said, “No price has been announced.”
1. What does the underlined word “demonstration” mean in the first paragraph?A.Announcement. | B.Exhibition. | C.Experiment. | D.Statement. |
A.Convenient and safe. | B.High-speed and splendid. |
C.Comfortable and large-sized. | D.Space saving and economical. |
A.It is similar to plane. | B.It is self-driving. |
C.It is bigger than a common car. | D.It is energy saving. |
A.To make it safer. | B.To reduce its price. |
C.To test it in the laboratory. | D.To put it to the market at once. |
5 . Someone has put forward a dream home which is so advanced that its kitchen can suggest what to make with certain things. Also, a Microsoft home doesn’t just warn you when you’re out of milk — it can send you a fresh gallon.
But are these innovations just magic, or are they really coming soon to a neighborhood near you? To find out, US News asked some experts to get their opinions about the home of the not-so-distant future. Here’s a look at the innovations.
The housing boom was marked by mass-produced buildings filled with units which look the same. The coming years, however, will give way to a personalized approach to home construction, with houses as more of an instrument of self-expression. “The successful builders will be the ones that figure out how to change their production model enough to make the buyers feel like they are really getting something that is designed for them, not just a model,” says Kermit Baker, the chief economist at the American Institute of Architects.
Future homes will probably become smaller. “We will be building smaller but smarter houses,” says Ed MeMahon, a senior resident fellow at the Urban Land Institute. “Instead of having a room for just one use, consumers will demand homes that make better use of space,” says Susanka, whose best-selling book, The Not So Big House, has become increasingly influential in home design. Seldom-used quarters, such as dining and living rooms, will be replaced with space that can serve both functions. “The goal of his ‘right-size’ home is to fit its owners like a specially cut suit rather than a jacket you buy in a store,” says Susanka.
1. What is the function of the first paragraph?A.To present the main idea the passage. | B.To present what the future house is like. |
C.To lead to the topic of the passage. | D.To show the history the housing. |
A.Almost all the houses had no their own features. |
B.The houses were designed according to owners’ idea. |
C.The houses were smaller but smarter than before. |
D.The houses could change production model easily. |
A.Those that are much bigger and brighter. | B.Those that are much smaller but smarter. |
C.Those that are much bigger and smarter. | D.Those that are environmental and energy saving. |
A.Smart houses have a room for every use. | B.Smart houses can make better use of space. |
C.Smart houses have very advanced furniture. | D.Smart houses can warn you when you’re out of milk. |
A.A reporter. | B.A writer. | C.A researcher. |
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With the aim of enriching our school life, our school hold a chorus competition last week. Our teacher encouraged us take an active part in the activity. Late, we carried out a heated discussion to select songs. Finally all student in our class agreed on sing “Defending Yellow River” in the competition. In the chorus, we sang with full of passion under the direction of our conductor. Which excited us most was that we won a first prize. During the competition, not only were we proud of us triumph, but also deep impressed by the meaning of cooperation.
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10 . Around the world, almost 50 million children are suffering from acute malnutrition(营养不良), which is the deadliest form of hunger. Sadly, 45% of children die before the age of 5 do so from malnutrition that is treatable and preventable.
Support organizations that distribute food. Food banks(救济食品发放中心)and charities need funding to stay open. They often rely on help from volunteers.
Take food directly to those in need.
Research to find out what type of help is needed. Solving a big problem like world hunger can feel overwhelming, but there are a lot of resources to help you get started. Learn more about agencies and nonprofits who are already helping people in need.
A.Get your employer involved. |
B.Donate food items to local organizations. |
C.This will help you understand the best way for you to help. |
D.Some measures can be taken to help world get rid of hunger. |
E.Additionally, they can typically buy more food at a lower cost than you can. |
F.You don’t need to wait for a food shelter to distribute food items to people in need. |
G.This means these people will have more money to buy things like food for their families. |