| A．He doesn’t like the shirt. | B．The shirt might be tight. | C．The receipt got missing. |
| A．In a clothing store. | B．At home. | C．At school. |
| A．Placing an order, |
| B．Complaining about an item. |
| C．Inquiring about a delivery service. |
4 . If you’re after a quick snap, if you’re out and about, here are a few brilliant instant cameras to choose from.
Instax Mini 12
Made by Fujifilm. the Instax Mini series of cameras is ideal for taking quick snaps and getting high-quality credited card sized photos. The Mini com with built-in flash, a close-up lens and selfie lens for talking those perfect shots. The camera comes in a range of bright colors, including sky blue and clay white.
Polaroid Go
Famous for their cameras, Polaroid still makes instant cameras in the modern day, with a classic look. The Go comes with autofocus as well as a self timer for effectively capturing the moment and producing quality Polaroid photographs for you to keep. It also comes in a range of funky colors, if all black or white isn’t your preference.
Instax Mini Evo
The Mini Evo combined camera and printer is a compact device with a 28mm lens that’s capable of letting you review and edit photos before printing them. Also featured is a back 2.7-inch LCD screen for viewing what you’re shooting and the ability to print from your phone via Bluetooth.
Instax Mini 40
Coming just in a single but vintage black design, the Insax Mini 40 is a solid option for quick instant snaps, with a one-touch selfie mode and a more traditional looking camera, fixed with a 60mm lens. It’s also small enough to fit comfortably in your burn bag or pocket to take a quick snap if you’re out and about.
1. What do Instax Mini 12 and Polaroid Go have in common?| A．Both have selfie lens. | B．Both have optional colors. |
| C．Both are in small size. | D．Both have a classic look |
| A．Instax Mini 12. | B．Polaroid Go. |
| C．Instax Mini Evo. | D．Instax Mini 40 |
| A．The built-in flash. | B．The photo-editing function. |
| C．The autofocus function. | D．The single black design. |
New big pack from Sierra Designs
The latest pack from Sierra Designs is the Gigawatt 60L. The pack has an adjustable back system that fits back lengths from 40cm to 53cm. It’s made from durable 300D polyester. Features include a zipped top and side access, oversized side and front pockets. The Gigawatt 60L weighs 1.84kg and costs £130. sierradesigns.com | Scarpa upgrades its Maestrale boots
Maestrale Re-Made ski boots are made from Polymer taken from around three tons of leftover materials. Creating a Re-Made boot from Polymer emits 27% less carbon dioxide than creating a “classic” boot from plant-based Pebax Rnew, which emits 32% less carbon dioxide than Fossil-based Plastics. The design and manufacturing process behind the Re-Made boot were developed by Scarpa’s Green Lab, the production department dedicated to sustainable solutions. A pair costs £500. scarpa.co.uk / ellis-brigham.com |
Vasque Breeze gets sustainable update
The well-established Vasque Breeze hiking boot has been modernised with environmentally friendly materials. It’s now made with recycled polyester and is the first boot to have a VasqueDry Waterproof membrane, which is made from 25% recycled materials. The Breeze is also comfortable to wear with its soft footbed. The Breeze weighs 1120 grams and comes in two widths. It costs £140. vasque.com | The North Face launches new ski touring clothing
The Dawn Turn clothing provides a layering system for ski touring designed to keep you warm, dry and freely moving. It includes a shell jacket, midlayers, trousers and accessories. The Dawn Turn 2.0 jacket won the innovation award at ISPO for its breathable layer. The cost is £350. The Dawn Turn 1.0 Jacket is made from waterproof DryVent. It features a windproof hood and oversized front pockets, and costs £325. thenorthface.co.uk |
| A．£ 500 | B．£ 825 | C．£ 850 | D．£ 840 |
①The back system of the Gigawatt 60L can adjust itself to suit any back length.
②The layering system of The Dawn Turn clothing ensures you to be flexible when skiing.
③The Vasque Breeze boots have been updated with high-end materials that are environmentally friendly
④The manufacturing process of Maestrale Re-Made ski boots is more sustainable than that of classic ones from plant-based Pebax Rnew.
| A．②④ | B．①② | C．②③ | D．①④ |
| A．In a book review | B．In the newspaper |
| C．In a science magazine | D．In a magazine |
| A．She forgot the man’s order. |
| B．She dialed the wrong number. |
| C．She mistook the delivery address. |
| A．Over the phone. | B．In a store. | C．At home. |
| A．Buy a new car. | B．Sell his old car. | C．Get a second-hand car. |
| A．$2. | B．$10. | C．$20. |
10 . Here are four homes for sale around the U. S. with links to past presidents, as well as their close families.
John F. Kennedy’s Weekend Retreat
A modest farm near Middle burg, Virginia, was built by John F. Kennedy and his wife in the early 1960s. The former first lady designed it herself. The four-bedroom property is currently back on the market for $5.95 million, decreased by $10.99 million when it was first put up for sale in 2013.
Jackie Kennedy’s Summer House
Another Kennedy-linked property for sale is the “Lasata” estate in the Hamptons, designed by architect Arthur C. Jackson and built in 1917. Set on more than seven acres of land near the ocean, it includes a ten-bedroom house that was restored in 2007, including a three-car garage building. It’s on the market for $38.995 million, a little bit higher than last year.
Chester A. Arthur’s Summer White House
Chester A. Arthur, who became the 21st president in 1881, spent some of his down time here. The three-story, six-bedroom Victorian mansion, which was built in 1796 and has been recently restored, is for sale with a $14.2 million price tag. Features include a library with fireplace, a formal dining and living room and a family room overlooking the garden and the swimming pool.
Barack Obama’s Summer Rental
This Martha’s Vineyard home which was built in the late twentieth century served as the summer White House to former President Obama. It is currently for sale for $19.125 million, down from $22.5 million in July 2015. Set on nine-and-a-half acres of land and with its own private road, this property no doubt acts as a perfect summer hideaway for those who didn’t want his every movement seen. In addition to privacy, other features include a heated pool, a half-basketball court, outdoor terraces and a two-bedroom guest cottage.
1. Which house has the longest history?| A．Barack Obama’s Summer Rental. |
| B．Jackie Kennedy’s Summer House. |
| C．Chester A. Arthur’s Summer White House. |
| D．John F. Kennedy’s Weekend Retreat. |
| A．Privacy. | B．Architecture. | C．Location. | D．Price. |
| A．Their prices are going down these years. |
| B．They have connections with U. S. presidents. |
| C．They have a history of more than a century. |
| D．They have more than 5 bedrooms in the house. |
