1 . Edinburgh is famous for its many museums where you can learn its rich history.
Museum on the MoundLocated in the heart of Edinburgh’s city center, this appealing museum takes a fresh look at money — and much, much more. You will see coins and banknotes from over the ages, including the first Scottish banknote printed in 1727. There are also interesting interactive displays and you can even try your hand at opening a safe!
The Writers’ MuseumIt is housed in the beautiful Lady Stair’s House, a category A listed building. The collection celebrates the legacy (遗产) of Scotland’s literary contributions, with special emphasis given to Sir Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson and Robert Burns. The museum is home to numerous paintings, books and manuscripts (手稿), and you can also see Burns’ writing desk and Scott’s chess set.
Our Dynamic EarthIt celebrates the beauty of the earth via technology. Interactive exhibits allow visitors to experience earthquakes, the ocean floor, ice ages and mountains by the use of computer software. Particularly interesting is the “tour” around the eleven Earthscapes. It is educational fun for the whole family and can serve as a good introduction to concepts surrounding the formation of the planet and the creatures we share the earth with.
National Museum of ScotlandThe diverse collections here include the history of Scotland with exhibitions of international interest. The natural world, science and technology, discoveries, art, and world cultures are all explored. There are interactive elements and activities to suit children of all ages, including science experiments and musical instruments.
1. Which might be the most attractive to finance majors?| A．Our Dynamic Earth. | B．Museum on the Mound. |
| C．The Writers’ Museum. | D．National Museum of Scotland. |
| A．They have an artistic atmosphere. | B．They have interactive exhibits. |
| C．They provide hands-on activities. | D．They showcase world cultures. |
| A．Play with your family. | B．Tour the world virtually. |
| C．Design computer software. | D．Learn about ancient creatures. |
2 . Great design can make people happy. From the color of our walls to the sofa we sit on and the cup that holds our morning coffee, products can have a huge effect on the way we feel. Here are a few examples.
The red table (from £9,020)
The struggle to find a large extendable dining table in a finish (饰面) other than wood led the De Rosee Sa studio to design this statement piece. “This table is amazing and really different,” says Lucinda Chambers. “I love the high shine and it would be such a talking point in a room.”
The Pacific chair (around £1,900)
The rounded, oversized shapes of this chair by Patricia Urquiola are further strengthened by her use of soft upholstery (座套) including plush wool and luxurious velvet. “This piece looks graceful in style and would make a great side chair,” says Sarah Spiteri.
The Holi sofa (around £2,750)
Available in 60 colors, there is a true versatility (多功能性) to the Holi sofa. Its washed-linen material feels casual and comfortable—it is an excellent family piece. “It’s smart enough to work in a fashionable living room, and also friendly enough to sit in any other room of a house,” says Pip McCormac.
The headboard bed (from £1,289)
This eye-catching bed features an elegant winged headboard and is available in 100 different colors and materials with a wide range of leg choices. “It’s an affordable design that you could make your own with custom fabrics,” says Minnie Kemp.
1. Who designed the Pacific chair?| A．Lucinda Chambers. | B．Patricia Urquiola. |
| C．Sarah Spiteri. | D．Minnie Kemp. |
| A．It is an affordable piece. |
| B．It looks graceful in style. |
| C．It is suitable for any room. |
| D．It can be a talking point in a room. |
| A．The red table. | B．The Pacific chair. |
| C．The Holi sofa. | D．The headboard bed. |
3 . In today’s fast-paced world, comfort and relaxation are keys to a happy daily life. People want to have their tasks finished as quickly and as efficiently as possible. We all search for convenience.
Improved home security, safety, and privacy
Voice-assistant smart technology
Voice-assistant innovative technology helps users do a lot like turning on music, computers, TVs and other devices inside their homes!
You can also use Smart Home technology to help you with everyday household chores! You can stay in bed in your pyjamas while your AI vacuum cleaner does all the work for you!
Smart healthcare technology
| A．Smart home cleaning |
| B．Smart touchless technology |
| C．We all want our homes to look nice and bright |
| D．That’s why more and more people are interested in Smart Home |
| E．These are always the most important things for every homeowner |
| F．It also helps in making a cosy atmosphere by adjusting temperature and lighting |
| G．Smart devices allow fast communication with medical professionals over the internet |
4 . Do you know the Eiffel Tower when you see a picture of it? Of course you do! So do a lot of other people. In fact, I believe more people recognize the Eiffel Tower than any other famous structure in the whole world. That long, long capital A is easy to remember.
The Eiffel Tower is the famous symbol of the city of Paris. It also stands for France just as the Statue of Liberty stands for the United States.
The Eiffel Tower was not very well liked at first, even though the design had been chosen out of seven hundred designs. A contest had been held to find a design for a tower to be built in Paris by 1889.That year would be one hundred years after the war known as the French Revolution. The French Revolution marked the time when the French people broke away from the rule of kings. It was a very important thing to all Frenchmen, and they wanted a special tower to be built to mark the 100 years.
When his design was chosen, Eiffel was fifty-four, rich, and well known for his fine work. He had already designed dams, churches, railroad stations, bridges, harbors and, of course, the framework of the Statue of Liberty. But it was the Eiffel Tower that made him really famous. At first, the French hated the tower. When it was begun in 1887, people called it ugly and useless. They also said that it couldn’t be built safely, and that it would fall down. As the tower gets close to her nineties, she is still in great shape. And the French people have changed their minds. Now they are very proud of their Eiffel Tower. They even think she is beautiful!
1. The writer believes that the Eiffel Tower is ________ than any other famous structure in the world.| A．taller | B．older | C．better designed | D．better known |
| A．it gave France a new queen |
| B．it got rid of a bad king |
| C．it ended the rule of kings |
| D．they built the Eiffel Tower 100 years later |
| A．shape | B．color | C．size | D．history |
| A．Eiffel designed many different kinds of things. |
| B．The reasons why many people know the Eiffel Tower. |
| C．Some opinions that the Eiffel Tower should not be built then. |
| D．Some interesting facts about the Eiffel Tower. |
5 . Some of the wonder buildings are known for their beautiful construction, while others track their history from ancient times. There are some buildings in the world which are attractive and look really amazing.
Shenzhen International Airport Terminal（航站楼）
Shenzhen International Airport Terminal is in China. This building is a wonder of Italian architects（建筑师）Massimiliano and Doriana Fuksas. Thanks to these two architects who created the design of Terminal 3 of Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport in a highly creative and wonderful way, the building reflects the sunlight from its inside during the daytime.
The La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science
The La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science is an eye-catching building. The design of this building was given by Architects of Lyons in France. The building was constructed in a hexagonal（六角形的）shape, having six floors. It is one of the best medical colleges of Melbourne, Australia.
De Rotterdam
De Rotterdam is one of the best constructed buildings of Netherland. The architect, Rem Koolhaas gave it an ideal and beautiful look. This is one of the largest buildings of Europe. It has three mix-style towers, beautiful accommodation（住宿）areas, the commercial center, the conference hall, restaurants and cafes for the visitors. It also has an indoor swimming pool where lots of people enjoy different water games in summer.
The Roof Gardens Kensington
You can give any name to this restaurant, but what it is known for is its special style of construction. The locals name “The Roof Gardens Kensington” a dreamy and romantic place for the visitors. It is much more expensive but the food served at this restaurant is indetective in terms of its taste and quality.
1. What can we learn about Terminal 3 of Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport?| A．Sunlight can be reflected from its inside. |
| B．The design of the terminal once won a prize. |
| C．It offers many kinds of global special foods. |
| D．It was designed by a world famous architect. |
| A．One who enjoys playing all kinds of water games. |
| B．One who prefers food with wonderful taste and quality. |
| C．One who studies different styles of doors and windows. |
| D．One who dreams enjoying a lovely and romantic dinner. |
| A．Unaffordable. | B．Perfect. |
| C．Unnecessary. | D．Reasonable. |
