1 . Instead of taking the ______ for their drinks as closely guarded business secrets, Heytea, China’s new style tea originator, ______ the ingredients of its beverages to the public.

A．formulas; sold

B．receipts; exposed

C．recipes; revealed

D．catalogs; unmasked

2 . To ______ my point that traditional Chinese culture is growing increasingly popular among young people, let me cite the sales figures of horse-face skirts and traditional hairpins.

A．elaborate

B．interpret

C．illustrate

D．examine

3 . The early years of the United States government were characterized by a debate concerning ______ the federal government ______ individual states should have more power.

A．either; or

B．whether; or

C．both; and

D．not only; but also

4 . According to a recent study, people who lack slow-wave sleep in their youth may be more likely to be ______ Alzheimer, in which their thinking ability and memory gradually decline as they age.

A．identified with

B．diagnosed with

C．classified as

D．named after

5 . 为了展现中华美食的博大精深，这位美食博主通过视频记录在家制作中餐的过程，从食材选择到烹饪方法，无一不令国内外的观众咋舌。（by surprise) (汉译英)
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6 . A UN spokesman said that the mission will carry 20 tons of relief ______, among which include the medicines against flu, malaria and other infectious diseases.

A．prescriptions

B．resources

C．facilities

D．supplies

7 . We’ve all been there: You get a small appliance that seems like a good and useful product at the time, but it ends up sitting in a cupboard and never gets used after the initial excitement wears off. But now there’s a new gadget for the kitchen that promises to be much more than a one-task wonder. Meet the Thermomix TM6.

What is Thermomix?

Simply put, Thermomix is a kitchen appliance that looks like a giant food processor or blender. While Thermomix may look similar to other appliances, it’s nothing like them: the Thermomix TM6 has the ability to connect to thousands of online recipes using Wi-Fi and the Cookidoo app or website, and it will guide you through cooking them, measuring ingredients, and performing all the chopping, prep, and even the cooking in this one device. In all, the Thermomix TM6 is able to handle 20 different kitchen appliance functions.

What’s the difference?

Anyone who’s familiar with Thermomix may wonder what’s new on the TM6 version, over the previousTM5. The upgraded TM6 has Wi-Fi connectivity (the previous version needed recipe “chips” installed), and a larger color screen, plus it now boasts a higher heat option and longer runtime.

How to cook with Thermomix?

Despite the somewhat overwhelming array of functions, the Thermomix is easy to use. Just choose a recipe, and the bot walks you through what to do; it handles the order of tasks, timing, all the measuring, stirring, speed, heat levels, and fine-tuning. You just add ingredients and follow its instructions.

Our Take

The new Thermomix TM6 is a capable, helpful kitchen device. Despite its larger footprint, it can actually replace a lot of small appliances and automate many kitchen and cooking chores. Plus, you can use it to cook a dish or a full meal, and not have to worry about overcooking something because it’s programmed to make everything with the touch of a chef.

On the downside, it’s quite expensive (ringing in at $1,499), but when you realize it can replace literally half a dozen other appliances (or prevent you from needing to buy them in the first place), it seems like it can more than pay for itself quickly. Thermomix TM6 is available from Thermomix’s website.

1. Thermomix TM6 is different from other kinds of kitchen appliances in that ______.

A．it boasts a variety of recipes and cooking apps

B．it has a larger color screen with Wi-Fi connection

C．it can run for a longer time and under a higher heat

D．it combines different kinds of appliance functions

2. If a Mum wants to cook a new dish for her children by Thermomix, one thing she has to do is ______

A．control the order of the procedure	B．search for a recipe on the website
C．add ingredients to the machine	D．adjust heat levels when necessary

3. You are most likely to read this article when you click on ______

A．www.goodshopping.com/kitchen_appliances	B．www.everydaycooking.com/product_review
C．www.thermomix.com/users_manual	D．www.allrecipes.com/prepare_ingredients

8 . 她渐渐明白没有人能对这个问题给出令人信服的解释。 (dawn) (汉译英)
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9 . We moved to the new house in the suburbs so that the kids would have a garden ______.

A．in which to play

B．to play with

C．to play

D．where to play in

10 . Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
A Sip Through Time: The Rich History of Chai

No doubt you’ve enjoyed a delicious chai latte at your local coffee shop, but do you know where your drink comes from? Chai, an aromatic beverage enjoyed worldwide, has a history as rich and diverse as its flavour profile.     1     (originate) from the Indian subcontinent, chai has evolved over centuries. In this journey through time, we explore the fascinating history of chai.

We can trace the roots of chai back to ancient India. The earliest form of chai was     2     mixture of herbs and spices. As trade routes flourished, so     3     the exchange of exotic spices, which eventually found their way into this ancient medicine.

The Silk Road played a core role in the evolution of chai. The spices used in chai became valuable commodities     4     (trade) along these routes, influencing the recipes and flavours of local brews.

In the 19th century, the British East India Company wanted to establish dominance in the trade. Part of this involved     5     (bring) tea to India. Tea plants had been growing in the wild in the Assam region of India for a long time, of course, but typically tea was viewed as a herbal medicine rather than a recreational beverage.

The East India Company introduced tea to India as a recreational drink, and soon the drink was adapted to Indian tastes,     6     milk, sugar and various spices added. This cultural exchange gave birth to a unique fusion—masala chai.

After India’s independence, chai became deeply rooted in the land. Street vendors and small tea stalls became cultural hubs     7     people from all walks of life gathered to discuss politics, share stories, and savour a hot cup of chai. Chai’s accessibility and affordability made     8     a democratic beverage, breaking down social barriers and fostering a sense of community.

In recent decades, chai has gone beyond its cultural origins and become a global phenomenon. Its distinctive flavour profile, combining the richness of black tea with the warmth of spices and milk,     9     (capture) the taste buds of people around the world. Chai latte has become a popular choice in coffee shops and cafes, adapting to different tastes     10     maintaining the essence of its Indian heritage at the same time.