1 . Windows are hard. They are particularly hard in northern countries like Sweden, where during winter the days are short and the sun is very low in the sky. Window design in cold climate is a technical balancing act. You want it big to get the light, but you want it small to minimize the heat loss. But there is so much more that windows have to do for our social and emotional well-being.

A recent study published in Buildings and Cities looks at the many roles that windows play and the way people use them, exploring daylight, the visual connection to the outside and the role of windows in the home during the day and night. Windows do much more than just provide light and air: “Windows represent an enjoyment of the home and fulfil much more than physical needs. They must allow sufficient personal control over fresh and cool air, sound, sunlight, street lighting and privacy.”

The study authors, Kiran Maini Gerhardsson and Thorbjorn Laike, interviewed occupants living in multi-family dwellings. Windows turned out to be very important for occupant comfort, for visual connection to the outside. But they also had to be able to be screened for privacy; sometimes these conflicted. Sometimes the sill height was important. One occupant, Dmitry was going to add some frosted film to the bottom of his window. “I don’t want to see the faces of others when I’m sitting down, but when I’m standing and see their faces, I can wave to them,” he said.

Interviewees preferred daylight to artificial light for many reasons, including as a time indicator, and “because it varies, increases room brightness and improves mood”. Our bodies need the change from red to blue and back to red.

The authors conclude windows serve many functions that go beyond just light and air and should be designed accordingly. “There is much more to such experiences than the satisfaction of physical needs. Perceiving a room to be enough daylight, adequately pleasant and spacious seems to be equally essential, and a view of the world outside brings information to inhabit-ants. However, windows also need to prevent people outside from peering in moderate bright sunlight during the day.”

1. Which is the most difficult part of window design for cold climate?

A．The size.

B．The material.

C．The sill height.

D．The shape.

2. What does the underlined word “these” in paragraph 3 refer to?

A．Social contact and staying alone.

B．Allowing fresh air to enter and preventing heat loss.

C．Receiving more daylight and using artificial light.

D．Getting connected with the outside and not letting out privacy.

3. Why did Dmitry want to add some frosted film to the bottom of his window?

A．To keep the room warm.	B．To block the noise out.
C．To have his own private space.	D．To make the window attractive.

4. What can be the best title for the text?

A．More space and more sunlight?	B．The visual connection to the outside
C．Windows deliver more than light and air	D．Do changes in houses affect well-being?

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who gave the idea of reopening the Megan Open-Air Swimming Pool?

A．The local people.

B．The official in the City Council.

C．The workers in the SWDC.

2. What is extraordinary about the new pool?

A．Its geographical location.

B．Its heating system.

C．Its recycling system.

3. What is the local press worried about?

A．The capacity of the new pool.

B．The big cost of the rebuilding project.

C．The safety of the facilities.

4. What decision has not yet been made?

A．Who will announce the opening of the new pool.

B．Whose statue will be put at the entrance of the new pool.

C．When the new pool will be open to the public.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Who is the woman probably?

A．saleswoman.

B．A house agent.

C．A secretary.

2. What does the man think of the kitchen?

A．It's new.

B．It's empty.

C．It's small.

3. What will the woman check next?

A．Whether the furniture can be provided.

B．Whether the appliances can be fixed.

C．Whether the rent can be lowered.

4 . Priscilla Ouchida’s “energy efficient” house turned out to be a horrible dream. When she and her engineer husband married a few years ago, they built a $100,000 three-bedroom home in California. Tightly sealed to prevent air leaks, the house was equipped with small double-paned windows and several other energy-saving features. Problems began as soon as the couple moved in, however. Priscilla’s eyes burned. Her throat was constantly dry. She suffered from headaches and could hardly sleep. It was as though she had suddenly developed a strange illness.

Experts finally traced the cause of her illness. The level of formaldehyde gas in her kitchen was twice the maximum allowed by federal standards for chemical workers. The source of the gas? Her new kitchen cabinets and wall-to-wall carpeting.

The Ouchidas are victims of indoor air pollution, which is not given sufficient attention partly because of the nation’s drive to save energy. The problem itself isn’t new. “The indoor environment was dirty long before energy conservation came along,” says Moschandreas, a pollution scientist at Geomet Technologies in Maryland. “Energy conservation has tended to accentuate the situation in some cases.”

The problem appears to be more troublesome in newly constructed homes rather than old ones. Back in the days when energy was cheap, home builders didn’t worry much about unsealed cracks. Because of such leaks, the air in an average home was replaced by fresh outdoor air about once an hour. As a result, the pollutants generated in most households seldom built up to dangerous levels.

1. It can be learned from the passage that the Ouchidas’ house ________.

A．is well worth the money spent on its construction

B．is almost faultless from the point of energy conservation

C．failed to meet energy conservation standards

D．was designed and constructed in a scientific way

2. What made the Ouchidas’ new house a horrible dream?

A．Poor quality of the air inside.	B．Poor quality of the construction.
C．Gas leakage in the kitchen.	D．The newly painted walls.

3. The word “accentuate” (Para. 3) most probably means “________”.

A．relieve

B．accelerate

C．worsen

D．improve

4. Why were cracks in old houses not a big concern?

A．Because indoor cleanliness was not emphasized.

B．Because energy used to be inexpensive.

C．Because environmental protection was given top priority.

D．Because they were technically unavoidable.

5. This passage is most probably taken from an article entitled ________.

A．Energy Conservation	B．House Building Crisis
C．Air Pollution Indoors	D．Traps in Building Construction

5 . As economies prosper all over the world, the top 10 best amusement parks in the world in 2020 are contributing to great growth through the ticket sales, sale promotion and innovative rides and attractions at the most popular theme parks in the world. This article breaks down the best amusement parks in the world ranked by popularity and annual attendance.

The industry is changing and is becoming more innovative and magical than ever before. The top 10 best amusement parks in the world are attracting record attendees and growing at such a fast rate, expect to see more expansions and increased license deals to bring even more fairy tales to reality in the future.

1. Which of the following is the most visited amusement park?

A．Disneyland Park.	B．Universal Studios Japan.
C．Shanghai Disneyland Park.	D．Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

2. What is the annual attendance of Chimelong Ocean Kingdom?

A．About 10 million.

B．About 11 million.

C．About 15 million.

D．About 21 million.

3. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about?

A．The future of the world amusement parks.	B．A sharp increase in attendee numbers.
C．The innovative and magical fairy tales.	D．The attracting entertainment industry.

6 . Slurp&Sip is a cheerful bistro (小酒馆) in Shanghai that specializes in exotic southwestern food from Yunnan Province.

Niu Yun, who hails from Kunming, Yunnan Province, opened her first eatery (小餐馆) in 2014 after studying in London.

“At that time there weren’t many choices for Yunnan food, and I think the province has so much tasty food and such a diverse food culture that I could bring to Shanghai,” she said. “After meeting a few good friends who also love Yunnan cuisine, we decided to open a simple Yunnan eatery focusing on street food to start with, introducing Yunnan rice noodles and street snacks I used to buy every day after school.”

Opening this new restaurant after operating Slurp for a few years is a natural step for Niu Yun and her partners. The menu of Slurp&Sip pays homage (敬意) to Niu’s origins with a major focus on Dai flavors.

“My mum is Dai, and I remember every time she brought me back to her hometown the food really made a strong impression. From how they cook and the ingredients they use, all are very special to me. Dai food is all about fresh and mixed ingredients, as well as natural and original ways of cooking,” she said.

“I feel diners shouldn’t only know about crossing the bridge rice noodles and steampot chicken when we talk about Yunnan food. We have such a diverse culture with so many different minorities, so I decided to start with the one I’m the most connected with,” she added.

Dai cuisine is characterized by a combination of fresh herbs, chilis and acidic elements. It incorporates lots of great produce from the province’s southernmost prefecture.

Dai food is also full of barbecue items often seen in night markets, such as roasted lemongrass stuffed fish, roasted chicken and roasted pork with Dai spices, all of which grace Slurp&Sip’s menu.

1. What motivated Niu Yun to focus on Dai flavors?

A．Her education.	B．Her family.
C．Her origins.	D．Her friends.

2. How does Niu Yun feel about Yunnan food?

A．It’s delicious and popular.	B．It’s natural and organic.
C．It’s fresh and nutritious.	D．It’s varied and diverse.

3. What can be said about Slurp&Sip?

A．It’s influenced by night market atmosphere.

B．It combines Southeastern Asian flavors.

C．It offers roasted items with Dai spices.

D．It represents authentic Kunming food.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Try the Ethnic Dai Food from Yunnan

B．An Overseas Returnee’s New Career

C．Slurp&Sip Is Back Here with its Legend

D．Explore China with Food and Drinks

7 . What does the man imply?

A．He is sure he can book a room in March.

B．He is busy calling to book a twin room now.

C．He can only book single room in March.

D．He can’t book a room in February.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where is the second deepest diving pool in the world?

A．In Italy

B．In Poland.

C．In Britain.

2. What can divers see under the Deep Dive Dubai?

A．A film studio.

B．A music studio.

C．An abandoned factory.

3. What do we know about the Deep Dive Dubai?

A．There are 56 cameras around it.

B．It is for divers with certificates only.

C．It is 45 meters deep.

9 . Below is a list of the top and leading Chinese Restaurants in Los Angeles.

Hoy’s Chinese Restaurant

The restaurant is a family-owned and operated business that has been offering tasty servings in every table. Their family is proud to serve everyone always something like that.

Products/Services: Dim Sum, Vegetarian Menu, Specialty, Seafood

Address: 7105 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046

Phone: (323)850-6637

Reviews: “They manage their high-level service and the highest level of the food they serve.”—Francis

Phoenix Chinese Cuisine

For more than five decades, it has served tens of thousands of consumers in Los Angeles. The restaurant will not be tired of inviting you to truly experience authentic and remarkable dining.

Products/Services: Seafood. Coconut, Rice Noodle, Chicken Wings

Address: 301 Ord St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Phone: (213) 629-2812

Reviews: “Great place to go eat & the price is fair for the most part. It does get busy at times with all the online food orders.”—Julio

Dragon Chinese Restaurant

The Lees have cooked and served Chinese food for over 40 years, producing delicious Chinese cuisine that wasn’t accessible to the metropolis.

Products/Services: House Specialties, Appetizers, Beef, Seafood, Vegetables

Address: 8597 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035

Phone: (310) 657-7355

Reviews: “The restaurant is absolutely the tastiest place in the region.”—Tom

Little China Restaurant

It welcomes the customer as if in China, 6 days a week. For customers who do not have any time to go out, you can check out their menu online and order, for pickup and delivery.

Products/Services: Chicken, Pork, Vegetables, Noodle and Rice Dishes, Desserts

Address: 3535 Cahuenga Blvd w # 107, Los Angeles, CA 90068

Phone: (323) 969-8838

Reviews: “Wonderful restaurant, we came here after going to Universal Studios. The prices are super reasonable!”—James

1. If you want to order some seafood for delivery, you can call ________.

A．(323) 850-6637	B．(213) 629-2812
C．(310) 657-7355	D．(323) 969-8838

2. What do Hoy’s Chinese Restaurant and Dragon Chinese Restaurant have in common?

A．The price is fairly low.	B．They are family-run.
C．They provide vegetarian menu.	D．They are in operation for decades.

3. In which section are you likely to read the passage in a magazine?

A．Food.

B．Health.

C．Economy.

D．Entertainment.

10 . Sydney is famous for popular attractions like Bondi Beach. With the lowest hotel rates in town, we offer many options a short distance away from the beach.

Hotel Bondi

Offering quality accommodations in the sightseeing, restaurants, beaches district of Sydney, Hotel Bondi is a popular pick for both business and holiday travelers. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Top features of the hotel include free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas.

Chee Bondi

Located in the heart of Bondi, just 2 minutes' walk from Bondi Beach and a variety of cafes, restaurants, bars and shops, Chee Bondi offers both free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV and a seating area. Some rooms have a balcony. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a microwave and toaster. A refrigerator and kettle are also offered. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a hair dryer in each unit.

Bondi Beach House

Just 3 minutes’ walk from Bondi Beach, this bed and breakfast features free WiFi and beautifully furnished suites and rooms. Guests have access to a lovely balcony with outdoor furniture. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, microwave, and refrigerator. Guests can prepare breakfast each morning in the dining room, homemade jams, tea and coffee provided.

1. Which of the three hotels will you choose if you want to prepare breakfast by yourself?

A．Hotel Bondi and Chee Bondi.

B．Chee Bondi and Bondi Beach House.

C．Hotel Bondi and Bondi Beach House.

D．All of the three hotels.

2. What can we learn from the text?

A．All private bathrooms in Chee Bondi don’t have a bath.

B．Suites in Bondi Beach House are newly furnished.

C．Rooms in Chee Bondi have a balcony with outdoor furniture.

D．Bondi Beach House is nearer to Bondi Beach than Chee Bondi.

3. What do the three hotels have in common?

A．They are equipped with a flat-screen TV.	B．They don’t offer free WiFi.
C．They are close to the beach.	D．They provide free private parking.