1 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当内容（一个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式

WeChat, one of the world’s most popular mobile apps and social networks, brought home iF Gold Award for its smart retail innovation, Scan & Go. It is     1     first ever Chinese product to win gold in the iF Service Design category.

Scan & Go enables shoppers at retail stores to turn    2     (they) mobile phones into a virtual checkout counter. When shopping, customers use their mobile phones     3     (scan) product barcodes, view product information, get discounts, complete self-checkout, and pay     4     (direct) within the app via WeChat Pay. There is no queuing up at the cash register. “This concept     5     (show) a customer-centric scan-and-go-solution for an optimized (充分利用的) shopping and retail context. All standards of the good user experience     6     (meet) in this service design, including touchless access, efficiency or ease-of-use in scanning of market products and the final payment and checkout. This is user-friendly design at its     7     (good),” says iF Gold Award in its Gold Statement to Scan & Go.

According to statistics, sales during peak hours in     8     (tradition) supermarkets account for 60% of total turnover, and     9     average customers spend three to five minutes on queuing and payment during peak hours. With Scan & Go, customers no longer have to queue, and the payment time     10     (shorten) to one minute.

2 . The term “oniomania”, which is used to describe people with obsessive (强迫性的), problematic shopping and spending behaviors, consists of the Greek words “onios”, meaning “for sale”, and “mania”. Also known as Compulsive Buying Disorder (CBD) and Impulsive Compulsive Buying Disorder (ICBD), oniomania can leave negative impact on your financial health and mental wellbeing if left untreated.

At this point you might be wondering: “What’s the difference between an oniomaniac and someone who likes to shop perhaps a bit too much?” We tend to believe that the two are rather similar. Clinically (从临床上看), however, they are quite easy to separate.

Although people who like shopping will return an item if they do not like it and start budgeting if they run low on money, people suffering from oniomania are no longer able to make reasonable, let alone financially responsible, decisions. They sometimes emotionally dissociate from what they are doing, making their purchases while they are not really sure what to buy. Spending relieves feelings of anxiety and depression, but only temporarily. In a short time, they might become moody, annoyed, and depressed, and their confidence declines sharply.

To a certain extent, spending makes everyone feel good. In 2007, a group of researchers from MIT, Stanford and Carnegie Mellon looked at the brains of American consumers via MRI technology and found that when they purchased desirable objects, their nucleus accumbens — the brain’s pleasure center — would light up, indicating a positive stimulation. This stimulation can take on different forms. For instance, some people get particularly excited when they believe they have gotten a good deal. This, researchers say, is the result of the prefrontal cortex — the decision-making part of our brain — interacting with the insula, the part of our brain that processes pain. According to psychotherapist Joyce Marter, compulsive buyers in the U. S. make an average of 156 impulsive purchases per year. Each purchase sets them back around $81. 75, making for a grand total of $5, 400 per year and a thorough shocking $324, 000 per lifetime. That money could have been invested in a home, an education, or other products that you actually need in order to survive and thrive in the world. Ultimately, though, treating oniomania is about much more than just protecting your finances from your own impulses — it’s also about maintaining your personal mental health and improving your relationships with others.

1. What do we know about oniomania?

A．It is a normal behavior.

B．It influences people’s health.

C．It means people who like shopping.

D．It describes people’s difference.

2. What does the underlined phrase “run low on” probably mean?

A．Run out of

B．Go short of

C．Look down on

D．Become rich in

3. What does the fourth paragraph mainly talk about?

A．Why many researchers take part in the study.

B．How everyone makes a wise decision.

C．How desirable objects are well welcome.

D．Why shopping makes common people happy.

4. What is the benefit of treating oniomania?

A．It is beneficial to education.

B．It develops our desires.

C．It keeps our mind healthy.

D．It is harmful to relationships.

3 . Fitness and healthy well-being have become very popular during recent times with many consumers wanting to look after their body more and more now. Because of this, and especially because we are living in the digital age, many fitness fanatics are using technology to enable them to track their progress and improve how they are working out; due to this, we have created a list of gifts that you can buy for fitness fanatics this Christmas.

The first gift that we have found is perfect for fitness fanatics is actually the NutriBullet that has benefits for not just fitness go-ers but also perfect for every kitchen. The NutriBullet allows for consumers to blend their pre- and post-work out shakes perfectly and can mix virtually anything in them from fruit to nuts to supplements. The best thing about the NutriBullet is how quick and easy it is to use and more importantly how easy it is to clean and tidy up.

Next up for the perfect gift for a fitness goer would be that of a fitness smart watch, specifically a FitBit Sense. FitBit have always been the industry leader when it comes to fitness smart watches as they have hundreds of indicators for you to be able to track how your health is pre, during and post fitness session.

Not only that, but the benefits of messages and phone calls through your phone which is always an added extra for the fitness fans. And finally, a pair of wireless headphones are also a great gift for fitness fanatics and the best on the market are the Bose SoundSport Wireless. Not only do they deliver with the best sound quality, but they are also the comfiest and defo the best for wearing when competing in fitness due to the way they fit in the ear; they certainly won’t be falling out. Reasonably well priced compared to competitors too like the Apple Airpods Pro too so defo worth the gift.

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1. With the NutriBullet, people can __________.

A．clean up the kitchen in just several minutes

B．do exercise in the kitchen easily

C．drink cleaner and healthier water

D．mix a variety of things conveniently

2. Which of the following about FitBit is true? __________.

A．FitBit is a smart watch that can only be used to make phone calls.

B．FitBit can track you to the place where you work out.

C．FitBit offer you hundreds of indicators for asking about your health problems.

D．FitBit can be a good present for those who love taking exercise.

3. What advantages do the Bose SoundSport Wireless have? _________.

A．Their sound quality is the best.

B．They are easy to take with and easy to clean.

C．They can make phone calls.

D．They are comfiest and fit in the ear.

4. The passage may come from ___________.

A．a magazine

B．a web page

C．a daily newspaper

D．a science fiction

4 . Do Weighted Blankets Work?

Sleep is supposed to be a natural thing, but if you wrestle with insomnia (失眠症), you may be tempted to try pieces of equipment that promise better sleep.     1    

“They’ve become the sleep tool to have,” says Alanna McGinn, founder and lead sleep expert at Good Night Sleep Site. “I’m a huge supporter of them because they can work so well.”

About 32 percent of Americans don’t get enough sleep, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.     2     Insomnia impacts as many as 35 percent of adults from time to time, while 10 percent have chronic trouble falling and staying asleep.

Choose one that’s around 10 percent of your body weight.     3     Inside is a layer of plastic, glass or metal balls surrounded by filling. McGinn says the blanket’s heaviness acts as a touch therapy called deep pressure stimulation. Just as wrapping babies tightly can send them to sleep, these blankets help your heart and breathing rates slow and your body release feel-good hormones, including serotonin (血清素).

Are they effective? A 2020 review study in the U.S. looked at eight previous studies and concluded that weighted blankets helped reduce anxiety — but not necessarily insomnia.     4     A randomized controlled study in Sweden looked at 120 people with insomnia and also depression or anxiety.     5     People with conditions such as diabetes or breathing issues, however, should check with their doctor before using one. “And if you’re someone who is a little afraid of an enclosed space, it’s probably not the best thing for you,” adds McGinn.

A．It recommends at least seven hours a night for adults.

B．Those who used a weighted blanket slept better and were less tired or anxious.

C．The study found a significant rise in the related symptoms.

D．But other 2020 research tells a slightly different story.

E．One that might sound a little weird but that has been known to work is a weighted blanket.

F．Dealing with such problems can be more or less tricky.

G．Weighted blankets range between two and 14 kilograms.

5 . As thrift was introduced into mainstream pop culture, young people started going to thrift stores for cheaper, fashionable finds. Gen Z consumers state that sustainability is an important factor while making buying decisions. Many choose to shop for a second-hand or resale item of eco-friendly products. Thrift shopping may have once been on the to-do list of people in poverty. But now a rise in eco-conscious thinking has caused young people to pop to thrift stores.

However, scientists recently have come to realize such trendy sustainable practices could actually be less rosy than expected.

Actually, the root of this sustainability dilemma is not only assessing what you use in your life, but the overconsumption. “Buying piles of second- hand clothing doesn’t help to build a sustainable future or challenge our addiction to shopping whenever we want them,” says Anna Fitzpatrick, a project coordinator at the Sustainable Fashion’s Centre. In some cases, the very existence of second-hand stores can give us a false sense of guiltlessness. Fitzpatrick adds, “we can clear out our entire wardrobe by leaving what we don’t want at a second-hand store with the hope that it’ll be put into good use. Instead of buying less, we trick ourselves into thinking we can shop our way out of the problem by donating again and again.”

While shopping second-hand may seem like fun, or even an adventurous activity for fashion lovers, it’s absolutely essential for people of limited budget. With thrifting reaching new levels of popularity, a great many people are noticing a rise in prices at their local thrift stores. This can influence those who rely on the used market for everyday wear.

“Actually, they aren’t shopping in second-hand shops to be sustainable or cool—they’re doing it out of necessity,” says Fitzpatrick. So, when you walk into a thrift shop or really any store, it’s important to ask yourself whether it is necessary. While buying second-hand used to be economical and sustainable, it’s now about consumption and staying on trend. Just remember, when it comes to your wardrobe, less is more helpful for society and the planet.

1. Who has become the mainstream thrift store shoppers recently?

A．Fashion followers.	B．Lower-income individuals.
C．Young environmentalists.	D．Green initiative scientists.

2. What view do scientists hold towards thrift shopping?

A．It is a virtue of thrift.	B．It is sustainable action.
C．It challenges addiction to shopping.	D．It comes with worrying effects potentially.

3. Why do second-hand stores make us feel guiltless according to Fitzpatrick?

A．They can cut down our living expenses.	B．They give us good excuses for the waste.
C．They are responsible for the environment.	D．They provide affordable items for the poor.

4. Which is suggested about thrift shopping according to the text?

A．Restrict the desire of overconsumption.	B．Feel free to purchase the things you like.
C．Make contributions to society by donating.	D．Keep away from cheap and fashionable finds.

6 . 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。

Lin Congying, Chairman of JOEONE, a Chinese brand focused on men’s trousers created in 1989,     1     (announce) that the company would remove the English word “JOEONE” from its logo, leaving only the Chinese characters     2     part of its new branding (品牌设计) strategy.

This represented a sharp turnaround of the conventional way of branding, where some Chinese companies tended to design their products with a name sounding the     3     (little) “Chinese.” Examples include Metersbonwe and Semir, both     4     (found) in Zhejiang Province. The names almost have no literal association with Chinese.

Recent years have witnessed     5     increasing trend of Chinese companies becoming popular by integrating Chinese elements into their design and marketing     6     (operation), forming styles known as China Chic. Li Ning, a professional sportswear company, in 2012 suffered a major setback with a huge annual loss of over 20 billion yuan. The situation barely improved     7     (significant) in the subsequent years. Later in 2018,     8     (it) new products, combined with Chinese elements, were quickly sold out and the company returned to the center of the fashion world with a brand-new image.

As reported,     9     over half of the oh-oh group believe is that a foreign brand by itself is not an advantage. They tend to focus on the experience of using the products. With the quality of products of local brands     10     (arise), people’s affection for these brands is also growing.

7 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Hi Sharon,

Zhou Hei Ya is one of    1    best-known brands in China, mainly    2    (sell) duck necks with sweet and spicy flavour. It    3    (announce) the launch of a plant meat duck neck product on its official Wechat account on Oct.10, 2020.

Like many other new plant meat products, this new product not only has the fashion label of “plant meat”,    4    claims to be low in calories, high in protein, zero cholesterol, zero trans-fatty acids, no synthetic pigments and no nitrites.    5    other words, it includes “healthy” elements in its marketing.

Zhou Hei Ya claims that the new plant meat product retains (保留) the sweet and spicy taste and    6    (have) an advantage in colour and texture (口感).    7     (compare) with the real duck neck, the plant meat duck neck certainly does not contain bones, so it will be much    8    (convenient) for consumers to eat.

The new product is    9    (current) only available in some Zhou Hei Ya stores. This new product can be seen as an attempt by Zhou Hei Ya    10    (break) into the plant meat market.

8 . Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. deliberately B. justifiable C. accumulating D. consume E. spills F. spent   G. potential H. charging I. boost J. subscription K. collected

Is rental fashion the future?

With a cost-of-living crisis and climate awareness sitting heavily at the forefront of our minds, many of us are having to make choices about what we    1    . Fashion is one of them. As of 2021, UK households    2    approximately 57.3 billion British pounds on clothing, significantly contributing to the very real effects of climate change that can be felt around the world.

Even the fastest of fashion retailers are taking note; this summer, BooHoo announced that they will be    3     a returns fee to try and help customers reflect on overshopping habits. Meanwhile, Love Island teamed up with eBay as their official partner for 2022’s series,     4     avoiding their usual tie-ins.

However, there will still be times where a new item feels like a    5    treat: to attend a wedding, to suit the requirements of a job interview, for that much-needed; confidence    6    on a date. For those who love to shop, getting oneself completely out of retail seems a little like a punishment, taking away yet another source of joy during already-undesirable times.

So here comes rental fashion. The set-up is simple. Rent three, five or ten items and swap (替换) every month, with prices starting from £39 a month for a three-item. In the case of any accidents, do not fear     7    and light damages (think broken zips and small stains) are accounted for in the pricing, as is laundry. If you fall in love, there are options to keep certain items longer, or if you’re not in the market for anything new, your     8    can be easily paused or cancelled.

At the end of each cycle, you’ll receive an email reminding you to choose your next box. With a three-item return, items can be returned at a local drop-off point, whilst bigger parcels will be     9    when the team make their next delivery. Think of it a kind of clothing library, where items are rotated in and out of your life instead of     10     dust.

9 . 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。

Every year more of us try and reduce our impact on the planet. A refill shop, or zero waste shop, gives you a choice to go green.

Refill shops tend to be small, independent stores that sell non-packaged goods. Most of the time they will be dry ones like rice and nuts produced directly in the local sites, which means less carbon footprint from farm to plate. They can also be many other sustainable (可持续的) products, like refill cleaning products and soaps. Shoppers only need to bring containers they already own and refill them from larger containers in the store.

Refill and zero-waste shops are usually located in communities. Buying from within walking distance, clearly, is more sustainable and kinder to the planet, and your community. If you’re walking down the street to your local refill shop, then you’re doing great but if you’re driving hours away to find your closest shop, then the transport may cancel out any benefits of what you buy. Remember, it’s the whole process not just the end product.

Perhaps the most significant aspect of shopping at local refill shops is that they encourage us to think about our consumer habits. They make us pause and think about how we can make positive changes for the environment.

If you can shop local and from independent refill shops, then you should. It doesn’t have to be all the time but minimising waste and choosing refills where you can will make a positive difference.

1. What are refill shops?
2. According to the passage, what is the most important value of refill shopping?
3. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why.
Refill shops are built in communities within walking distance because driving to these shops can cost money.
4. In reality, refill shops have not won much popularity yet. What do you think might be the possible reason(s)?(In about 40 words)

10 . Thank You for Shopping with Us

Changed your mind?

If you bought your product in one of our stores and have now changed your mind,we will exchange or refund it within seven days of purchase. This does not apply if the item was specially ordered for you or was a fully guaranteed product.

The product must be:

Unopened (with any seal undamaged)

Unused

Returned complete with any free gifts you received with the product

Contact your local store with your receipt details to arrange your refund or exchange.
Your Guarantee
             The following are our general guidelines.We treat each case on its individual circumstances.

We will always offer you the choice of an exchange or refund if your product develops a fault within 28 days of delivery.

To receive a refund, the product must be in otherwise “as new” condition complete with all accessories (配件) and free gifts supplied with it. If possible, please return the product in its original packaging.

If your product develops a fault within 12 months of purchase, we will offer a free repair service.

To obtain a repair for your product, call the relevant helpline number on the back page of this leaflet. If your product is not listed, return it to your local store. This guarantee does not cover faults caused by accident, neglect, misuse or normal wear and tear.

Faulty software, pre-recorded video tapes, DVDs, Mini-Discs and CDs will be exchanged for the same title or refunded.

Our Price Promise

In the unlikely event that you find a cheaper identical product or offer immediately available from another store with 10 miles of your local store,we will not only match their price but also give you an extra 10% of the difference. Our Price Promise also applies for up to 7 days after you make your purchase with us; just bring your receipt to claim your refund. This Price Promise does not apply to clearance or ex-display products, special orders, closing-down sales, members only, extended warranty prices,internet or telephone order line purchases.

1. If a customer doesn't like the product he or she bought,he or she can have it exchanged or refunded if_________

A．it has been exchanged before	B．it has been opened but unused
C．it was specially ordered for him or her	D．it was bought no more than a week ago

2. Suppose that Robert finds the DVD player delivered to him two months ago has developed a fault, he can_________

A．have it repaired without paying any money

B．get a new DVD player of the same brand

C．call the helpline to ask for an exchange

D．get it refunded but keep the free gifts

3. If Mary bought a DVD player in the shop for $69.99 and one day later found one in another shop one mile away at $65.99, then how much refund could she get?

A．$6.99

B．$6.59

C．$4.40

D．$4.00