1. Why is the market in Thailand called “floating market”?
A.People come and go at the market. |
B.People sell things from their boats. |
C.People buy things through computers. |
A.Fruit. | B.Flowers. | C.Toys. |
A.Every day except Monday. |
B.Every day from six in the morning till noon. |
C.Every day from early in the morning till late at night. |
A.The young. | B.The old. | C.Children. |
A.American food. | B.Italian food. | C.Thai food. |
1. When can the storeroom be used?
A.Today. | B.Tomorrow. | C.Next Thursday. |
A.The office is full of boxes. |
B.The work plan was changed. |
C.Some supplies have not arrived. |
4 . At Ynez Library, we are champions of curiosity. At its core, our mission for nearly four centuries has been to advance the learning, research, and pursuit of truth. Our efforts are motivated and powered by working collaboratively, embracing diverse perspectives, championing access, aiming for the extraordinary, and always leading with curiosity.
There are plenty of opportunities for visitors to experience our collections. Ynez ID holders may bring up to four guests into the library. For more details, click on the following icons (图标).
Visitors Interested in using our libraries, but are not a Ynez student, faculty, alum, or staff? You’re in the right place. | Exhibits Library exhibits tell the unique stories of our diverse and deep collections. Many are open to the public. | Tours Browse upcoming library tours. Some tours are open to the public; others are open to Ynez ID Holders and their guests. | Events Many library events are open to the public, including academic meetings, forums, lectures, etc. Check Admittance information first. |
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
Many of our libraries are home to rare and unique materials, which are available to all researchers.
• Our special collections are open to all without a fee, by appointment.
• Please contact the holding library to learn more about accessing their special collection items in person.
• Different libraries have different holdings, so you may want to start by using our search tools to find materials relevant to your research.
1. What does Ynez Library highlight in the first paragraph?A.Its new changes. | B.Its main values. |
C.Its best achievements. | D.Its working principles. |
A.Visitors. | B.Exhibits. | C.Tours. | D.Events. |
A.By paying a special fee. | B.By visiting main libraries. |
C.By locating them online. | D.By appointing a librarian. |
1. What does the man say about his new neigbourhood?
A.There is no store nearby. | B.There is slight air pollution. | C.There is no heavy traffic. |
A.For about 20 minutes. | B.For about 30 minutes. | C.For about 40 minutes. |
A.By subway. | B.By bus. | C.By car. |
A.A couple. | B.Neighbours. | C.Workmates. |
6 . THE WORLD’S UNUSUAL AIRLINES
Pet Airways
Founded in 2009 in Delray Beach, Florida, Pet Airways was an airline specially designed for pets such as cats and dogs. Each plane could carry about 50 pets, with “Pet Attendants” checking on them every 15 minutes. The airline operated for about two years, serving a dozen US cities. In 2012, the airline ran into financial trouble and started canceling flights. It shut down completely the following year, after having ferried about 9,000 pets.
JPATS
Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation System (JPATS) is the largest prison (监狱) transport network in the world. It is an airline of the US government that transports prisoners to and from detention centers, courts and prisons. It is sometimes also called “Con Air”. Although the airline is mainly used for a prison, it also takes part in military and state law operations.
Skytraders
Skytraders is an Australian airline that provides special air services for the Australian Federal Government. It was founded in 1979 and is headquartered at 180 Jersey Road, Woollahra, New South Wales, Australia. This airline offers flights to Antarctica. The airline was chosen because of its great safety systems. An ACJ (Airbus Corporate Jet) is operated between Hobart and a hard glacier (冰川) runway near Casey Station.
Janet Airlines
Janet Airlines, commonly known as Janet, is an unofficial name given to top-secret aircraft that carry high-ranking officials to Special Access Facilities. The airline can be seen serving the mysterious Area 51 and Tonopah Test Range. The passengers in Janet Airlines board through the west side of the airport, from a special part of Harry Reid International Airport. This area isn’t open to other civilians and there is also a small terminal (航站楼) building for Janet’s passengers.
1. When did Pet Airways close down?A.In 1979. | B.In 2009. | C.In 2012. | D.In 2013. |
A.It is used for a prison. | B.It transported officials only. |
C.It offers flights to Antarctica. | D.It stopped because of fund shortage. |
A.It is specially designed for pets. |
B.It offers special service to government officials. |
C.Its plane needs to operate on a hard ice runway. |
D.It has a special private terminal for its own passengers. |
1. What rooms do they have?
A.Rooms with one bed. |
B.Rooms with a sea view. |
C.Rooms with a mountain view. |
A.In the Thai restaurant. | B.In the Chinese restaurant. | C.In the American restaurant. |
A.Water sports | B.Badminton. | C.Various sports |
For Greek photographer George Doupas, Beijing is home now. During the past decade, he has been photographing the city, capturing its beauty
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With rich historical heritage, Beijing
Doupas is determined to continue with his career in China, hoping to serve as
“I call Beijing my home now,” he said, “I’ll keep sharing photos of China
1. Why is every customer given a clock?
A.To keep time when reading a novel. |
B.To pay by the minute when leaving. |
C.To remind himself to make full use of time. |
A.Creative inspiration. | B.Saving money. | C.Socializing. |
A.A new type of coffee shops. |
B.The importance of social media. |
C.The popularity of coffee shops in Russia. |
10 . Rome can be pricey for travelers, which is why many choose to stay in a hostel (旅社). The hostels in Rome offer a bed in a dorm room for around $25 a night, and for that, you’ll often get to stay in a central location (位置) with security and comfort.
Yellow HostelIf I had to make just one recommendation for where to stay in Rome, it would be Yellow Hostel. It’s one of the best-rated hostels in the city, and for good reason. It’s affordable, and it’s got a fun atmosphere without being too noisy. As an added bonus, it’s close to the main train station.
Hostel Alessandro PalaceIf you love social hostels, this is the best hostel for you in Rome. Hostel Alessandro Palace is fun. Staff members hold plenty of bar events for guests like free shots, bar crawls and karaoke. There’s also an area on the rooftop for hanging out with other travelers during the summer.
Youth Station HostelIf you’re looking for cleanliness and a modern hostel, look no further than Youth Station. It offers beautiful furnishings and beds. There are plenty of other benefits, too; it doesn’t charge city tax; it has both air conditioning and a heater for the rooms; it also has free Wi-Fi in every room.
Hotel and Hostel Des ArtistesHotel and Hostel Des Artistes is located just a 10-minute walk from the central city station and it’s close to all of the city’s main attractions. The staff is friendly and helpful, providing you with a map of the city when you arrive, and offering advice if you require some. However, you need to pay 2 euros a day for Wi-Fi.
1. What is probably the major concern of travelers who choose to stay in a hostel?A.Comfort. | B.Security. |
C.Price. | D.Location. |
A.Yellow Hostel. | B.Hostel Alessandro Palace. |
C.Youth Station Hostel. | D.Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes. |
A.It gets noisy at night. | B.Its staff is too talkative. |
C.It charges for Wi-Fi. | D.It’s inconveniently located. |