1 . Len Wuey Chew's look involves a layered mashup of skirt and scarf you might spot on fashion designer’s catwalk. The elderly woman shows a simple yet lively way of life.

On every bench in Portsmouth Square, Chinatown's outdoor living room, elderly people in bright clothes chat, play cards and practise Tai Chi. Fuchsia scarves top crocheted vests; paisley sweaters wrap formal striped shirts. Impishly stylish, this respectable crowd is “Chinatown Pretty”, in the words of a new hook devoted to their fashion style.

Valerie Luu, a writer, and Andrio Lo, a photographer, spotted their first “pretty grandma” six years ago. A blog and a photography show in a Chinatown alley followed. Their book collects portraits from six North American Chinatowns, including Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Oakland and Vancouver. But their heart remains in San Francisco, home of America’s oldest Chinatown.

Five thousand souls, a big part of them elderly, are crowded into 30 city blocks. Many immigrated from China long ago, have experienced war and revolution and now live on small incomes. Around a third live in poverty. Yet their neighborhood bursts with color. Chinatown resembles an operatic senior center and the residents pay close attention to their clothes.

The eclectic outfits are practical. In the city's foggy, unpredictable climate, it pays to wear several layers. Beyond keeping warm, though, the fashions speak volumes about the enjoyment of living. Dressing beautifully on a tight budget is a matter of pride. “When you're young you don't have to are about fashion,” says Mr. Wu,82.a Chinatown model, “But when you're old, you have to.”

Each article of clothing tells a story. Some were made in Hong Kong decades ago, others have been sewn at home, or were handed up or down. One lady sports a hot pink backpack over a tailored blue skirtiest. The styles may not be to everyone's taste. But as surrounding neighborhoods become ever more costly, this frugality and courage are a means of survival.

1. What is the third paragraph mainly about?

A．A new book “Chinatown Pretty”.	B．America's oldest Chinatown.
C．How “Chinatown Pretty” get attention.	D．What's the way of life in Chinatown.

2. What do elderly residents in Chinatown think of style?

A．It is a waste of money.	B．It is an expression of love for life.
C．It is showing off your wealth.	D．It is the ability to impress the world

3. Which of the following can best describe elderly residents in Chinatown?

A．Poor and pitiful.	B．Social and successful.
C．Fashionable and frugal.	D．Determined and discouraged.

4. What can we infer from the text?

A．We should care for elderly people.	B．Beauty has nothing to do with age.
C．Confidence is the key to success.	D．Be yourself regardless of what others say.

2 . This chapter lists the questions most frequently asked about the appliance. If you cannot find the answer to your question, contact the Consumer Care Center in your country.

Question	Answer
Why doesn’t the Sonicare work?	• You may need to recharge the Sonicare. Charge the Sonicare for at least 24 hours. • The socket (电源插座) may not be live. The electricity supply to sockets in mirror cabinets over washbasins or shaver sockets in bathrooms may be cut off when the light is switched off. • You may need to reattach or replace the brush head
Why do I feel a tickling sensation when I use the Sonicare?	• You may experience a slight tickling/tingling sensation when you use the Sonicare for the first time. As you become accustomed to brushing with the Sonicare, this sensation diminishes.
Why does the Sonicare seem less powerful?	• You may need to charge the Sonicare. • The Easy-start feature may be on. Deactivate the Easy-start feature (See chapter ‘Features’). • You may need to replace the brush head
Why does the Sonicare seem to change power during brushing?	•You may be in the Clean and White brushing mode. If this is the case, the toothbrush starts in the Clean mode for 2 minutes and then changes to the White mode for 30 seconds.   The   Clean   and   White   mode   has   a   different sound and brush movement
Do I need a special charger if I travel with the Sonicare?	• No, you do not need a special charger. The Sonicare charger can be used with common worldwide voltages between 100-240V AC, at either 50 or 60HZ. A simple plug adapter is all that is required.

1. Which of the following is a possible reason for the Sonicare’s failure to work?

A．The brush head is not correctly connected.

B．The Sonicare is used when the light is switched off.

C．The Sonicare won’t charge in sockets in mirror cabinets.

D．The Sonicare has been plugged into a socket for 24 hours.

2. In the Clean and White brushing mode, what problem will you meet?

A．Sensing the Sonicare is less powerful.

B．Feeling the Sonicare is changing power.

C．Experiencing a slight tingling sensation.

D．Finding the brush head against your teeth.

3. Where can this passage possibly be found?

A．A magazine about oral health.

B．An instruction book on an appliance.

C．A brochure promoting teeth protection.

D．A leaflet introducing a new toothbrush.

3 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Apple Farming Earns City Wide Recognition

Yuncheng kicked off     1     agriculture show on Oct 15. The highlight was a famous fruit     2     (grow) in the city, the apple.

In Yuncheng, the planting area of apples reaches 166,000 hectares, with an average annual output of about 6 million tons. However, what makes the local people     3     (pride) is not the output but the quality of the produce.

The city     4     (know) for selenium- rich apples. Selenium (硒) is a trace element that’s beneficial     5     human health. Selenium-rich apples can sell at prices about 15 percent     6     (high) than ordinary varieties.

The latest information technology is also used for     7     (improve) the output and quality of apples. An intelligent operational system,     8     is linked with various sensors on the farm, monitors the conditions of soil and air.

    9     (help) farmers expand their sales, the city has registered the “Yuncheng Apple” brand name. Meanwhile, the collective marketing strategy has improved the recognition of the produce among consumers both nationwide and across the world.

Yuncheng’s apples have been sold to 75     10     (country) and regions. The total export volume is about 300,000 tons a year, accounting for about 80 percent of Shanxi’s total exports of apples.

9 . The Best Eco-Friendly Gifts

For the eco-conscious, we’ve rounded up our favorite eco-friendly gifts to send to your love.
Reusable Produce Bags (Price: $ 33)
Website: Sears. com

This pack of seven teusable bags are plastic free and made from 100 percent biodegradable cotton. The set includes one cotton net bag, three produce bags, and three food bag. Double stitching and durable seams mean these bags are built to last, and they’re machine washable for easy cleaning.

Wood Bookmarks with Tassels (Price; $ 25)

Website: Etsy. com

Teachers often like to hand out small gifts to students at the end of the year, and this set of wooden bookmarks is a sustainable, affordable way to let students know you care. (Plus, they’re a great reminder to read over holiday breaks!) The bookmarks come with colorful tassels as well, making it easy to mark your place while reading.

Personalized Notebook (Price: $ 13)

Website: Journal. com

This customizable journal is a great gift to jot down notes, used as a daily thought journal, or as a place to keep travel memories or even grocery lists. The cover is made from eco-friendly heavy cotton paper. The pages are recycled cartridge paper that’s perfect for fountain pens and ink as well as other media.

Greener Bamboo Cutting Board (Price: $ 90)

Website: Amazon. com

This bamboo cutting board is naturally bacteria resistant and made from 100 percent Moso bamboo that’s grown in organic soil. One side of the board has a deep juice-catching groove that’s perfect for capturing juices as you cut. After cutting, simply flip the board to the other side for a beautiful presentation large enough for veggie arrangements, watermelon, and more.

1. What can remind you to read?

A．Reusable Produce Bags.	B．Personalized Notebook.
C．Wood Bookmarks with Tassels.	D．Greener Bamboo Cutting Board.

2. Which may offer more information about kitchen tools?

A．Etsy. com.

B．Sears. com.

C．Journal. com.

D．Amazon. com.

3. What do the listed gifts have in common?

A．They all are expensive.	B．They are popular with students.
C．They are made of cotton paper.	D．They are sustainable and eco-friendly.

10 . How the over 50s are changing the face of fashion?

You won’t be surprised to hear that the fashion industry has often been accused of being ageist(歧视老人的).     1    

Skinny models, often barely out of childhood, dominate(支配,控制) the style magazines and sites we read and on the catwalks of fashion shows. As soon as a woman hits a certain age, it seems that brands simply stop thinking about her, as if she loses her appetite for fashion and style.    2     There is now evidence that the fashion industry is finally waking up to the desires and power of the so-called older women and moving away from their focus on youth. Over 50s are now changing the face of fashion.

    3     Not just responding in the way we want to look, but the way we feel about things. We all know how models tended to look in the past—thin, tall, young and in the main, white. But nowadays models of color, and “plus-size” are now far more popular, which contributes to a great change in fashion.    4     That can be seen in magazines and on the runways of fashion shows. Recent Fashion Weeks in New York, Milan and London have seen their catwalks graced by over 50s models such as Patti Hansen, and Tatjana Patitz.

Meanwhile, more and more mature women are taking the bull by the horns and their influence is becoming ever more important. The fashion industry can no longer ignore them, and as a result, trends and styles are becoming suitable for all ages. Being over 50 no longer means they can’t get and wear fashionable clothes from famous brands like Alexander McQueen.    5    

A．However, the times are changing.

B．The old are still a huge market for fashion.

C．Fashion is clearly responding to the times we live in.

D．Certainly it’s clear that historically fashion has targeted youth.

E．And without doubt, older women are part of this great change as well.

F．Unexpectedly, clothes suddenly become more generously cut, looser and less fashionable.

G．Instead, these women have got the attitude, the confidence and the money to buy them and wear them.