| A．Repairing the sofa. | B．Cleaning the kitchen. | C．Buying a cupboard. |
2 . Advanced hearing aid technology for less than $200
“The MD Hearing Aid is the BEST hearing aid I have used at ANY price!”
－Edward S. Wayne, NJ
How can a hearing aid that costs less than $200 be every bit as good as one that sells for $2,250 or more?
The answer: Although great progress has been made in advanced hearing aid technology, those cost reductions have not been passed on to you. Until now…
The MD Hearing Aid uses the same kind of advanced hearing aid technology incorporated into hearing aids that cost thousands more at a fraction(小部分) of the price. Over 300, 000 satisfied MD Hearing Aid customers agree: High-quality, FDA-registered hearing aids don’t have to cost a fortune. The fact is that you don’t need to spend thousands for a hearing aid. The MD Hearing Aid is a medical-grade hearing aid offering high performance, and works right out of the box with no time-consuming “adjustment” appointments. You can contact a licensed hearing specialist conveniently online or by phone—even after your purchase at no cost. No other company provides such extensive support. Now that you know, why pay more?
Can a hearing aid delay or prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia? A study by the National Institute on Aging suggests older individuals with hearing loss are significantly more likely to develop Alzheimer’s and dementia over time than those who keep their hearing. They suggest that an intervention—such as a hearing aid—could delay or prevent this by improving hearing!
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR 45-DAY RISK-FREE TRIAL! Hearing is believing and we invite you to try this nearly invisible hearing aid with no annoying whistling or background noise for yourself. If you are not completely satisfied with your MD Hearing Aid, return it within 45 days for a FULL REFUND.
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1. Compared with other advanced hearing aids, the MD Hearing Aid| A．is much cheaper | B．is a little lighter |
| C．shows better performance | D．uses more advanced technology |
| A．To say why hearing aids are expensive. |
| B．To explain the principle of hearing aids. |
| C．To prove the advantages of the MD Hearing Aid. |
| D．To show the importance of wearing hearing aids. |
| A．It is produced in China. | B．It is available in drugstores. |
| C．It needs to be charged daily. | D．It can be tried free for 45 days. |
1. Who is coming to visit?
| A．The man’s grandmother. | B．The woman’s aunt. | C．The man’s mother. |
| A．A pretty bag. | B．Some flowers. | C．A necklace. |
| A．Drive her to the seaside. | B．Take her to a restaurant. | C．Make a pizza. |
| A．Go shopping himself. | B．Try a different shaving aid. | C．Keep using shaving cream. |
GRANDPARENTS WILL LOVE THESE GADGETS Grandparents deserve the finer things in life. Now it’s time to reward your loved ones with some great gifts. To help family shoppers out, we’ve put together a list of gadgets that won’t break the bank. These gifts for grandparents make everything more enjoyable. Money can’t buy happiness, but sometimes it can help promote your connection. |
001 // FOR GRANDPARENTS WHO LOVE TO READ
All-new Kindle Paperwhite is a worthwhile upgrade for grandparents who like reading e-books. This version features a larger 6.8-inch display and adjustable warm light. Grandparents will have no trouble operating it. The new one provides 32GB—plenty of space for favorite book titles. Price: 32GB—$190（an additional $20 for the ad-free version） |
002 // FOR GRANDPARENTS WHO ARE FAR AWAY
Being apart from children and grandchildren is difficult, but Filimin Friendship Lamps can ensure grandparents are never out of mind even if they’re out of sight. Each family member connects the Friendship Lamp to Wi-Fi. It takes little effort to set up and use. Keep one, give the other to grandparents, and whenever you touch your lamp, theirs will light up too. You can customize these lamps with over 200 color options. Price: $105（10% discount if you buy on Filimin’s website） |
003 // FOR GRANDPARENTS WHO ENJOY CONVENIENCE
Nothing beats a warm cup of coffee on a freezing winter morning, and the Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug keeps drinks at the perfect temperature no matter how long it takes grandma or grandpa to enjoy their coffee or tea. It hardly requires any complex steps to use. The temperature can be controlled via smartphone app. Purchase it in our physical stores today. Price: $99.95（$180 for two） |
004 // FOR GRANDPARENTS WHO LOSE THINGS
Nothing is more frustrating than being ready to go somewhere important and being unable to find the car keys. Esky makes lost keys a thing of the past. Four receivers can be attached to grandparents’ most treasured items. By just pressing the color-coded button on the transmitter, grandparents can be led to lost items by a beeping sound. You can order it on Amazon. Price: $24.99（$20 in May） |
| A．The Ember Mug can keep drinks warm for a limited time. |
| B．It is impossible to skip advertisements while using Kindle Paperwhite. |
| C．Users know their family are thinking of them when the Friendship Lamp is on. |
| D．Clicking a button on the Esky receiver enables users to find things they’ve lost. |
| A．Online availability. | B．Easy operation. |
| C．Special discount. | D．Smartphone control. |
| A．Family members wanting to buy gifts for their elders. |
| B．Sales people studying grandparents’ preferences. |
| C．Companies selling products to elderly people. |
| D．Grandparents favoring advanced technology. |
Since the Beijing Winter Olympics kicked off
Enthusiasm for the mascot purchase has led to a
Zhang Zhicheng, a spokesman for the National Intellectual Property Administration, said, “the difficulty buyers face
“Not just does the mascot have Olympics symbol protection, it also receives patent, trademark and copyright protection” Zhang said at a news conference
The strong protection of Olympic
7 . You need a new watch…the one you are wearing was made when Nixon was in office, but highly-priced watches that add zero just because of a high falootin’ name are an insult to your logic. It’s time to put an end to such madness. It’s absolutely possible to have the highest quality, precision classic timepiece without the high and mighty price tag. Case in point: The Stauer Urban Blue.
Packed with high-end watch performance and style, minus the high-end price tag. It’s everything a high-end watch should be: Sturdy stainless steel and genuine leather construction. Precision timing that’s accurate to four seconds a day. And, good looking—with simple, clean lines and a striking metallic blue face.
Your great escape from the over-price watch craze. At Stauer, we go directly to the source（cutting out the middleman）, and engineer our own watch designs. This means we can offer a top quality timepiece that happens to only cost the same as two well-made cocktails at your favorite bar.
Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Wear the Urban Blur for 30 days. If you’re not convinced that you achieved excellence of less, send it back for a refund of the item price. The Urban Blue is one of our fastest sellers. It takes six months to engineer this watch so don’t wait. Take a stand against overpriced watches in perfect style. Limited to the first 1900 respondents to this ad only. Don’t miss out…call today!
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1. If you are not satisfied with this watch within 30 days, you can__________.| A．visit Stauer. com to get your offer code |
| B．ask the company to change it for another one |
| C．call 18003332045 to get your insider offer code |
| D．send it back and ask the company to return the money |
| A．Everyone can buy this watch for only $29. |
| B．The watch has high quality and precision timing. |
| C．The watch has fashionable style design and good looking. |
| D．The company can save the cost because they go directly to the source. |
| A．A research report. | B．A book review. |
| C．A popular magazine. | D．A science fiction. |
8 . Are you searching for the latest device as a gift? Here, we offer a guide that will help you take a closer look at four of tech’s hottest categories.
Virtual reality
Virtual reality (VR), the most exciting tech development of recent times, has arrived. The Sony VR doesn’t require expensive phone and there are some devices you can purchase to enhance the experience. But if you’ve already got a PS4, you can enter the world of VR for just $400 (2780 yuan).
Wireless headphones
Combining ease of use with the ability to move around without limit, wireless headphones just make sense. The Bose QuietComfort 35 wireless headphones are worth a test drive. The headphones feature active noise cancellation. They can be easily purchased for less than $400 online.
Digital cameras
While your phone has more functions, there’s no substitute（替代品）for a real camera. As small as your smartphone, the smooth design of the Fujifilm X70, $699 (4850 yuan), makes it the perfect companion. In China, Xiaomi’s mirrorless Yi M1 offers a more affordable option, available for just 2199 yuan.
Smartwatches
Watches, thanks to the mobile phone, were becoming unnecessary. Now the pursuit for fitness has helped the watch industry push forward. FitBit has been a leader in the sporty wearable field, and its new swim-proof Fitbit Flex 2 ($130) represents the best in the way of today’s fitness bands.
1. With a budget of $300, which of the following can you buy?| A．Xiaomi Yi M1. | B．Fujifilm X70. | C．Fitbit Flex 2. | D．A Sony VR without a PS4. |
| A．Its design. | B．Its function. | C．Its quality. | D．Its price. |
| A．In a newspaper. | B．In a guide book. | C．In a research paper. | D．In a sports magazine. |
1. How did the man buy his television?
| A．He went to a store. |
| B．He bought it on the Internet. |
| C．He ordered it over the telephone. |
| A．On Monday. | B．On Wednesday. | C．On Thursday. |
| A．Send him a remote control. | B．Change the TV set for him. | C．Help him set up the television. |
1. What did George buy for his mother?
| A．A pair of earrings. | B．A hat. | C．A ring. |
| A．It is man-made. | B．It is purple. | C．It is not real. |
