Napoleon Bonaparte’s iconic hat was sold at an auction (拍卖会) on Sunday, fetching a history-making $2.1 million. While French auction house Osenat expected the hat
Napoleon,
“Our hat
In a video about the hat ahead of the sale, Osenat said this particular hat had been through many
1. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A.Father and daughter. | B.Brother and sister. | C.Husband and wife. |
A.A pair of shorts. | B.A pair of sports shoes. | C.A pair of running socks. |
A.In a hotel. | B.In a restaurant. | C.In a supermarket. |
1. What did the man do this morning?
A.He had a shopping trip. |
B.He received a call from the bank. |
C.He went swimming with the woman. |
A.Two. | B.Three. | C.Four. |
A.Costly. | B.Worthy. | C.Tiring. |
1. Whom does the car belong to?
A.The man’s parents. | B.The man’s friend. | C.The man himself. |
A.All fees but no taxes. |
B.Free service for one year. |
C.A one-month service agreement. |
A.Test out the car by himself. |
B.Get the car keys for the woman. |
C.Get the contract ready to sign. |
1. What do we know about the man’s wife according to the man?
A.She is fond of shopping. |
B.She only likes certain things. |
C.She works in a department store. |
A.Black. | B.Brown. | C.Blue. |
A.A scarf. | B.A pair of gloves. | C.Sweater. |
7 . Follow the tips when buying food and you will start eating better at less cost.
Try your local farmer’s market. I always check out my local farmer’s market for produce, especially for fruits and vegetables that are in season.
Join a food co-op (食品合作社). Joining a food co-op can really help you to save money on meat. Buy in large quantities in a food co-op and if you have an extra freezer, freeze the meat and eat it for the next month or two. Check out what kind of co-ops are available in your area and join one.
Rethink your meals. Finally, try coming up with meals that use fresh ingredients but can be prepared in large quantities. That way you can easily reheat and eat again. Also, try cutting out frozen ready-made meals and TV dinners like pizzas and other frozen organic foods.
A.It is a practical means of buying food with less money. |
B.Grow your own vegetables in your backyard home garden. |
C.Choose to buy food that is most important to you. |
D.These can cost nearly double the price of regular frozen foods. |
E.You’ll spend about double on food unless you shop during the right sales. |
F.It’s also a fun side project or hobby especially when spring time rolls around. |
G.This is a great option because you’ll get extremely fresh product at great prices. |
A.Cheap. | B.Expensive. | C.Worthwhile. |
A.$135. | B.$150. | C.$299. |
1. Where does this conversation take place?
A.In an office. | B.On the phone. | C.At a bank. |
A.Deliver some goods. | B.Get her money back. | C.Buy an office chair. |