1 . You Can Make Working from Home Much More Pleasant with These Gadgets

Standing Desk Converter

Sitting all day can be harmful to our health. A standing desk converter allows you to easily transform your traditional desk into a standing desk, giving you the option to stand or sit throughout the day. This gadget can help reduce back pain, improve posture, and increase energy levels.

Wireless Keyboard and Mouse

Tired of being tied to your computer by a tangled mess of wires? A wireless keyboard and mouse can provide the freedom to work from anywhere within a certain range of your computer. These gadgets can improve comfort, flexibility, and reduce clutter.

Noise-cancelling Headphones

With more people working from home, the noise level in your home office can be distracting. Noise-cancelling headphones can help reduce outside noise and increase focus. They’re also great for taking video calls or listening to music without disturbing others in your home.

Smart Lighting
       Smart lighting allows you to adjust the brightness and color of your workspace lighting using a mobile app. This can improve productivity and comfort, as proper lighting can reduce eye strain and improve focus.
Foot Rest

A foot rest can help improve posture and reduce back pain. It’s a simple gadget that can make a big difference in comfort during long workdays.

Smart Thermostat

A smart thermostat allows you to control the temperature of your home office using a mobile app. This gadget can help you stay comfortable throughout the day without constantly adjusting the thermostat. It can also help save money on energy bills.

1. Which gadget can free you from a mess of wires?

A．Smart Lighting.	B．Noise-Cancelling Headphones.
C．Smart Thermostat.	D．Wireless Keyboard and Mouse.

2. What can be controlled in a certain range?

A．Foot Rest and Smart Thermostat.

B．Smart Lighting and Smart Thermostat.

C．Noise-Cancelling Headphones and Smart Lighting.

D．Wireless Keyboard and Mouse and Smart Thermostat.

3. What do Standing Desk Converter and Foot Rest have in common?

A．They can help focus.

B．They can increase flexibility.

C．They can ease backache.

D．They can turn into another form.

2 . 语法填空

Xie Xiaohua, a special education teacher has won the heart of hundreds of children with special needs and is called Mom Xiaohua by many of them.

“It is my greatest happiness and     1     (fulfill) to care for them as they grow up,” said 49-year-old Xie, who     2     (work) at Yiyuan County Special Education School for the past 27 years.

Fully aware     3    the difference between special education and general education, Xie provides     4     (specialize) care for each student according to their physical condition. In 2013, Xie’s workload became heavier after she     5     (assign) to work at the school’s rehabilitation(康复) center.     6     (ensure) every child received scientific and targeted rehabilitation training, she worked out specific plans for them. For children with mental handicaps, Xie     7     (patient) coached them to master basic skills of taking care of themselves in daily life. She also spent lots of time training children with hearing and speech impairments to work on their pronunciation, which often caused her to develop     8    swollen throat.

Several years ago, the school launched a campaign of offering door-to-door education to students     9     could not attend school because of severe physical disabilities. Xie was among over 30 teachers     10     (task) with tutoring those students. “Although we do feel exhausted sometimes, we feel our work is valuable after witnessing their progress, even just a little bit,” Xie said.

3 . 阅读下面材料, 在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

Do you know the nickname of America? A look at the history of the United States indicates that so far this country     1     (call) “a melting pot”, in which various immigrants and ethnic groups have learned to work together to build     2     unique nation. So who are the real Americans? The answer is that any and all of them are! And you, no matter     3     you come from, could also become an American if you want. Then you would become another    4     (add) to America’s wonderfully rich “nation of immigrants”.

The United States is     5     (current) shifting from being a nation of immigrants of mainly European origins to one of immigrants from other parts of the world. They hope to escape     6     (economy) hardship in their native countries. They desire     7     (seek) a better education and a better life in America. Although there are frequent     8     (conflict) between the cultures they have brought with them from the “old country” and those found in American, most immigrants have learnt to adjust     9     and love their adopted land.

Over time, Americans have learned much from the customs and ideas of the immigrants. In other words, immigrants have a huge impact on American society,     10     (enrich) American life greatly.

4 . Academic studies provide proof that being in shape can boost your earning potential.     1    . So will being out of shape keep you from getting a job? Another study indicates for mid-level and entry level jobs, “there is no effect weight on the probability of employment or sector of occupation.” But overweight can hurt your chances of climbing the ladder. If building a better body will help you build a better career, what steps should you take for a job-boosting physique (体格)? Here are the suggested solutions:

Define your goal

Just like identifying that you have to improve certain work skills, you must also identify what health skills you need to improve.     2    , even building muscle mass, it’s important to set goals for improvement.

Find a coach

The best coach is one that is at your workplace with you -- someone who fits exercise into their workday. If you can’t find someone at work who can lead by example, a spouse or friend is also a good choice.     3    

Schedule healthy activities

    4    , just as you schedule time in your day for meeting or training that will boost your skills.

    5    

Once you start to get in better shape, choose clothes that tastefully show off your new physique. Fit people naturally look more confident, but suitable clothes that fit will strengthen that confident look.

So on your next lunch break, grab a workout with the sales manager and then join her for an chicken quesadilla. A thinner body and a fatter wallet will thank you!

A．Dress the part

B．Wear fancy clothes

C．Ask your friends to join you

D．Someone who will see you every day to help remind and guide you is helpful

E．Whether it’s altering your diet or getting more exercise

F．You have to make appointments for exercise and eat right

G．And another study finds that overweight women earn less than slim ones

5 . A new study by the Zoological Society of London has found that nearly one in five of the world’s 10,000 species of reptiles (爬行动物) are threatened with extinction. The study, which has been printed in the journal Biological Conservation, was carried out by more than 200 experts who assessed the risk of extinction of 1,500 reptiles selected at random from around the globe.

The primary author of the paper, Monika Bohm, explained to the Zoological Society:” Reptiles are often associated with extreme habitats and tough environmental conditions, so it is easy to assume that they will be fine in our changing world. “However, that’s far from the truth:” Many species are very high specialized in terms of habitat use and the climatic conditions they require for day to day functioning, “Bohm said.” This makes them particularly sensitive to environmental changes. “The paper highlights three critically endangered species in its research, including the jungle runner lizard Ameiva vittata, which has only ever been spotted in the Cochabamba region of the Bolivian jungle—an area under threat from the growth of agriculture and logging. The two most recent searches for the species have been unsuccessful. Meanwhile in Haiti, six of the nine species of Anolis lizard in the country risk extinction due to increasing deforestation (毁林).

Also at risk are freshwater turtles, with 50% of all species at risk of extinction from hunting; turtle parts are in high demand as ingredients in traditional medicine. According to the study 30% of freshwater reptile species are also in danger of completely disappearing.

Reptiles have a long evolutionary history: snakes, lizards, crocodiles and tuataras first appeared on earth around 300 million years ago. They are an important part of many ecosystems. ”This is a very important step towards assessing the conservation status of reptiles globally, “Philip Bowles from the IUCN Species Survival Commission said in response to the study.” Tackling the identified habitat loss is key conservation priorities in order to transfer declines in these reptiles.”

1. How many species of reptiles are endangered?

A．1,000.

B．1,500.

C．2,000.

D．5,000.

2. What can we infer from paragraph 2?

A．Environmental changes cause species variation.

B．More trees are being cut down in the Bolivian jungle.

C．Reptiles can easily adapt to extreme habitats and climate.

D．Species extinction results from tough environment conditions.

3. Why are freshwater turtles at risk?

A．Because local people hunt them for fun.	B．Because their parts have medical value.
C．Because they struggle to survive in the wild.	D．Because they can be cooking ingredients.

4. How can we conserve these reptiles according to the last paragraph?

A．To reduce habitat destruction.	B．To increase the harvest of forest trees.
C．To assess the current conditions of reptiles.	D．To further the study on the evolutionary history.

6 . The promise was a long time keeping. And so was the dream.

In the early 1950s in a small Southern California town, a little girl left yet another load of books onto the tiny library’s counter. The girl was a reader. She’d make her weekly long journey to the yellow library with the brown decorations, the little one-room building where the children’s area actually was just a corner. Frequently, she walked out of that corner in search of mental food for the mind.

As the white-haired librarian hand-stamped the due dates in the ten-year-old’s choices, the little girl looked longingly at “The New Book” obviously displayed on the counter. She amazed again at the wonder of writing a book and having it honored like that, right there for the world to see.

That particular day, she spoke out her goal. “When I grow up,” she said, “I`m going to be a writer. I’m going to write books. ”

The librarian looked up from her stamping and smiled, not with the condescension (傲慢) so many children received, but with encouragement.

“When you do write a book,” she replied, “bring it into our library and we’ll put it on display, right here on the counter.”

The little girl promised she would. As she grew, so did her dream.

Years passed. Inside, the librarian welcomed her warmly. She introduced a reporter from the local newspaper, which she’d begged a chance to write for long ago.

Then she presented her books to the librarian, who placed them on the counter with a sign of explanation. Tears rolled down the woman’s cheeks.

Then she hugged the librarian and left, pausing for a picture outside, which proved that dreams can come true and promises can be kept, even if it takes thirty-eight years.

The ten-year-old girl and the writer she’d become posed by the library sign, right next to the reader board, which said:

WELCOME BACK, JANN MITCHELL.

1. Why did the girl rarely stay in the children’s area?

A．Because she had to help load the books.

B．Because she failed to stand the noisy corner.

C．Because she’d like to eat snacks occasionally.

D．Because she felt like obtaining more knowledge.

2. What did the librarian think about the girl’s dream?

A．Achievable.

B．Touching.

C．Unrealistic.

D．Absurd.

3. How old was the woman when returning to the library?

A．Thirty-eight years old.	B．Fifty years old.
C．Forty-eight years old.	D．Seventy-three years old.

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

A．A Novel Dream	B．A Dream with Promise
C．The Birth of a Great Writer	D．The Promise without Guarantee

7 . Phuket FantaSea

Located on Kamala Beach, just 9km from Patong, Phuket FantaSea offers a one-of-a-kind experience of culture and fun that no visitor to Phuket should miss. Phuket FantaSea is Phuket’s most popular nighttime attraction that can be visited all year around, rain or shine.

Coach/van transfer and rental service, facilities for seminars, corporate meetings, theme parties and exhibitions are also available.

Reservation Hotline: 076 385 111
Reservation Email: ticket@phuketfantasea.fun
Reservation website: www.phuketfantasea.fun
The Golden Kinnaree Buffet Restaurant

Begin your journey of magic with the world’s grandest buffet! In the mystical Himmaphan forest setting, visitors can enjoy a fantastic feast of Royal Thai dishes and International delicacies, prepared by some of Thailand’s finest chefs. (Buffet time: 17:30-21:00)

Designated Halal zone is provided in this restaurant.

Vegetarian Buffet line is also available.

Jungle Adventure

Take a magical adventure into an ancient kingdom of primitive Tiger Jungle where you can catch a glimpse of the gentle, magnificent creatures that live in Kingdom of Kamala. Tiger Jungle Adventure is a Theatrical Safari, an original concept that takes you on a journey through a theatrical environment of 12 mythical scenes inspired by timeless legends, starring many local animals. It is absolutely a feast for eyes and ears.

Operating time: 17:30-21:00
Animal exhibits are subject to change or closure without notice.
Similan (Entertainment Center)

Come join in the fun and games with our friendly sea creatures at Phuket FantaSea’s one-of-a-kind undersea entertainment center and shopping attraction -- Similan Entertainment Center. Fun-lovers of all ages are invited to test their skills with exciting games specifically designed to celebrate the splendid beauty of sea creatures in the Similan Island!

1. What can we do in Phuket FantaSea?

A．Have a brunch.	B．Go diving.
C．Go hunting for tigers.	D．Enjoy an animal show.

2. Which of the following will the dolphin lovers choose?

A．Patong.	B．Jungle Adventure.
C．Similan (Entertainment Center).	D．The Golden Kinnaree Buffet Restaurant.

3. What’s the purpose of the text?

A．To inform.

B．To advertise.

C．To contrast.

D．To explain.

8 . “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a poor man.” As the old saying tells us, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It provides us with energy after a long night without food. If people don’t have breakfast in the morning, they will feel tired and get angry easily. Breakfast helps children stay more focused at school. A study showed that children who eat breakfast regularly score higher in most subjects.

Breakfast is also important for losing weight. If you have a balanced breakfast, you will eat less throughout the day.

Healthy and balanced breakfast should include some protein like eggs, milk or a little meat which makes you energetic all day. Carbohydrates(碳水化合物) like rice or bread can keep you active. Vegetables and fruit have the vitamins that humans need.

In China, breakfast is different from region to region. However, porridge with pickles(腌菜), baozi, noodles, soybean milk and youtiao are common throughout the whole country. Although Western culture influenced China a lot, most people still prefer traditional Chinese breakfast. They think that porridge and noodles are not only easily digested, but also can provide enough energy in the morning.

Some Western countries, they have some other kinds of food. For example, in the USA, they enjoy sausages, soft pancakes. In Canada, local people like eating pancakes!

1. The old saying in the first paragraph means that ________.

A．breakfast must be delicious

B．breakfast is eaten by the king

C．breakfast is the most important among the three meals

D．breakfast can make people feel like a nice man

2. Why do we need to have breakfast in the morning?

A．Because breakfast is helpful to our studies.

B．Because breakfast is the most delicious meal of the day.

C．Because breakfast offers energy to us after the whole night without food.

D．Because breakfast makes us feel excited.

3. Which of the following doesn’t belong to healthy breakfast?

A．Cola and butter.	B．A little meat.
C．Rice and bread.	D．Eggs and milk.

4. What is the best title of the passage?

A．Chinese Traditional Breakfast	B．Breakfast and Health
C．Breakfast and Weight Loss	D．Western Breakfast

9 . What does the woman find surprising?

A．The man does not have an air-conditioner.

B．The man has not been using his air-conditioner.

C．The summer has been unusually hot.

10 . 我度过童年的城市在我生命中具有特殊的意义。(定语从句) (汉译英)