1 . According to a study done by University of Michigan, shopping to reduce stress was 40 times more effective at giving people a sense of control and shoppers were three times less sad than those only looking at items.
More than half of the 1,000 consumers surveyed by Credit Karma, head researcher of the study, said they have shopped to deal with feelings of stress or depression. About 48 percent of men and 31 percent of women who have stress shopping said they had purchased alcohol when stressed. About 82 percent of women spend on clothing compared to 52 percent of men. Women also lead shopping for jewellery, 42 percent, compared to 22 percent for men.
In some sense, stress shopping can actually help you live a healthier life by making sure that your blood pressure is lowered. The survey found 82 percent had only positive feelings about their purchases and that the positive mood was long-lasting. However, stress shopping, for many, could grow into a drive that uses up money, causes conflict, and therefore adds great stress to life.
Despite the in-time joy from purchases, stress shopping never proves a long-lasting cure to stress or depression. Actually it needs to be avoided anyhow. Whether you’re purchasing Christmas presents or buying groceries, having the items you need written down will provide you with brightness while shopping. Reward yourself for sticking to your list and you’ll be more likely to commit to it.
In addition, always think about what you struggle with most financially. Do you spend too much money at the mall? Eating out? Vacations? Make a list of where your money is going and take necessary steps to resist your desire. For example, if you spend too much money on dining out on weekends, stuff your cupboard with food on Friday. So you’ll be more likely to stay in and cook. And you need to give up the need to keep up with others. Everyone’s financial situation is different and comparison may lead to debt and dissatisfaction with what you already have.
1. Why does the author mention those numbers in paragraph 2?A.To explain the text. | B.To attract readers. |
C.To support an idea. | D.To introduce a topic. |
A.Adjusting mood. | B.Recording expenses. |
C.Turning to medicines. | D.Comparing with others. |
A.Positive. | B.Doubtful. | C.Negative. | D.Indifferent. |
A.Does shopping benefit us? | B.More stressed, women or men? |
C.Should we compare with others? | D.Can stress shopping reduce stress? |
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3 . The gift that never stops giving
People are going for gifts that are reused time and time again, (while also saving money), gifts that have recyclable packaging, or the recyclable elements included within them. One of the best options is to go for a green hamper (篮子).
Gift hampers can be reused
The fact that green items are frequently reusable is one of their main advantages. With a green hamper, you can reuse everything that was inside of it, including the container. Many green hampers are available in wicker (柳条) baskets, allowing you to keep the present for a long time and reuse it for other purposes.
Gift hampers are eco-friendly
A lot of people are worried about the environment and reducing CO2 emissions (排放). This is why green hampers are becoming more popular. Typically, businesses that sell green baskets will guarantee that the items inside them were manufactured by hand or in facilities with minimum CO2 emissions. However, the wicker baskets are more breakable items.
How to reuse wicker baskets
Why not keep a selection of potted plants in your wicker basket? This will look great in your dining room. With a wicker basket, for instance, place individual toiletries, towels, and blankets on the hamper for presentation in your guests’ rooms. You can give your visitors a warm, “hotel inspired” feeling.
Giving someone an awesome gift hamper that is also eco-friendly conveys a unique message to the recipient because there are so many options for gift baskets, you can fill them as you choose. This is why green hampers in particular are dominating the market.
1. What is probably the concern of people who choose hampers?A.Comfort. | B.Expense. | C.Security. | D.Beauty. |
A.Reusable and tough. | B.Popular and costly. |
C.Multipurpose and recyclable. | D.Ever-lasting and eco-friendly. |
A.Favorable. | B.Intolerant. | C.Doubtful. | D.Unclear. |
4 . Best Trucks for 2022 and 2023
2022 Rivian R1T
The 2022 Rivian R1T charges onto the market as the first mainstream electric pickup, and it makes a strong impression. The R1T is equal parts workhorse and adventure vehicle, though its electrified (通电的) powertrain needs to be further enhanced. Still, it’s the first of many electric pickups to come.
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
The electrification of America’s best-selling pickup truck is a tall order, but it’s a job that the Ford F-150 Lightning has pulled of T wonderfully. The Lightning is powerful, efficient and capable. Apart from range limitations when towing (拖车), the F-150 Lightning is every bit the workhorse that full-size pickup truck buyers have come to expect.
2022 Jeep Gladiato
The 2022 Jeep Gladiator is an honest-to-goodness pick truck. It’s skilled at towing and pulling, it’s exceptionally capable off road, and its inner part is roomy and built to last. The trade- off is that the Gladiator isn’t as comfortable, quiet or well-equipped as others.
2023 GMC Hummer EV Pickup
The all-new 2023 GMC Hummer EV is designed to offer truck buyers a chance to replace their gas-powered pickups with battery-powered ones, and it’s a role that the Hummer EV should perform convincingly. It rides, handles, and speeds up better than just about any traditional full-size pickup on the market. However, that capability doesn’t come cheap, but overall, the new Hummer gets a lot of public attention in the small but growing electric truck market.
1. Which of the following may perform best in the wild?A.2022 Rivian R1T. |
B.2022 Ford F-150 Lightning. |
C.2022 Jeep Gladiator. |
D.2023 GMC Hummer EV Pickup. |
A.Its power system. |
B.Its traditional role. |
C.Its future market. |
D.Its driving experience. |
A.They are electric pickups. |
B.They are expensive. |
C.They have large inner space. |
D.They have disadvantages. |
5 . While you may be a master of buying Secret Santa gifts or white elephant gifts, shopping for a college student can be quite tricky. Whether you’re shopping for a soon-to-be graduate or a college freshman, our guide has you covered on the best gifts for college students.
For the goal setter: Ban.do 12-month Planner
Gifts for college students that help them achieve their academic targets are always a good idea. This 12-month planner includes year, month and week views to keep classes and extracurriculars organized; while the handwriting on the cover (endless possibilities) provides positive inspiration. There’s also fun artwork, a coloring page and stickers to customize (定制) their planner.
For the tech lover: Apple 10.2-inch iPad
If your college student is glued to their laptop, the addition of an iPad will be a welcome one. It has ten hours of battery life, two cameras and a wide 10.2-inch display that’s perfect for note taking, movie watching and snapping photos. This useful tech gift also pairs with a set of AirPods or an Apple Pencil to help maximize its usage.
For photograph beginners: Fujifilm Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer
Got a teen who’s always taking photos with their iPhone or camera? Fujifilm Instax Smartphone Printers will definitely delight everyone. It’s one of the greatest gifts for photographers because it allows them to easily print their favorite shots with just the click of a button.
For the coffee lover: Ember Temperature-Controlled Coffee Cup
Future programmers can keep their Joe warm with this app-controlled smart cup. Coffee stays hot for up to 1.5 hours, or all day when paired with the included charging coaster(杯垫). You can even select the exact temperature you prefer. It’s a thoughtful and useful gift for coffee lovers.
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1. Who is the most likely intended receiver of a Ban.do 12-month Planner?A.A soon-to-be graduate with a gift for art. |
B.A college freshman good at handwriting. |
C.A junior college student who enjoys planning. |
D.A senior college student with regular extracurriculars. |
A.When connected to a laptop. |
B.When charged for ten hours. |
C.When paired with Apple products. |
D.When equipped with a 10.2-inch display. |
A.They can be charged by cellphones. |
B.They can be controlled by cellphones. |
C.They meet individuals’ different requirements. |
D.They are designed for students with IT-smart brains. |
6 . FIFA Ticketing Centres
The Last-Minute over the counter sales in Doha, Qatar starts on 18 October 2022 at the FIFA Main Ticketing Centre (MTC), and from 30 October at the Ticketing Centre(TCX). Both ticketing centres will be open until the final match day of the competition on 18 December 2022.
The exact location of the FIFA Main Ticketing Centre (Doha Exhibition &. Convention Center—DECC) can be found here and the exact location of the Ticketing Centre (Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena) can be found here.
Please find below the opening hours of the FIFA Main Ticketing Centre;
Dates/Opening hours (Doha time)
18.10.2022- 17.12.2022/Sat-Thu:10:00-22:00; Fri:14:00-22:00
18.12.2022/10:00-18:00
Please find below the opening hours of the Ticketing Centre:
Dates/Opening hours (Doha time)
30.10.2022- 17.12.2022/Sat-Thu:10:00-22:00; Fri:14:00-22:00
18.12.2022/10:00-18:00
In addition to ticket sales, you may visit the FIFA Main Ticketing Centre and Ticketing
Centre for customer service enquiries and mobile ticket supports.
Please note that it is not possible to purchase tickets in the Ticketing Service Point (TSP) located in Hamad International Airport as this facility is dedicated for customers arriving in Qatar and needing information about ticketing or support on how to download the FIFA Ticketing Application and their respective tickets.
All tickets purchased over the counter at the FIFA Main Ticketing Centre as of 18 October or at the Ticketing Centre from 30 October during the Last-Minute sales phase will be delivered as paper tickets, in-person directly after completing the ticket application process and paying for tickets.
Please treat your tickets with care and keep them safe at all times as duplicate (复制) tickets will not be issued.
1. When does FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 end?A.On 18 October 2022. | B.On 30 October 2022. |
C.On 18 December 2022. | D.On 30 December 2022. |
A.MTC. | B.TSP. | C.TCX. | D.DECC. |
A.By mail. | B.By contacting agents. |
C.By downloading digital tickets. | D.By picking up in person. |
7 . Harry Potter fans have been able to visit the official Harry Potter flagship store in the heart of New York City next to the Flatiron Building on Broadway since last year. And Harry Potter New York set a new standard for themed stores, combining impressive design, exciting interactive elements and featured products, and inviting fans to experience the Wizarding World in a completely new way.
Having three floors, the store houses the largest collection of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts products under one roof. Harry Potter New York features 15 different themed areas, each one carefully presented to bring the magic of the Wizarding World to life.
Entering the store, customers will pass under a huge model of Fawkes, the phoenix(凤凰)looking down from the top of the store. Fawkes was created especially for Harry Potter New York by a team over a number of months.The impressive model weighs over 220 lbs and is just one of the many objects in the film series, each one created to surprise and please customers as they explore.
Stepping inside Harry Potter New York, fans are invited to pose at one of many photo opportunities, including posing inside a London phone box for a photo as if transporting themselves into the Ministry of Magic! For those who have always dreamed of bringing their favourite Harry Potter character to life, the interactive wand(魔杖)table lets them pick up a wand and put it to the test.
When it comes to buying gifts,the store says its personalization area offers a huge number of excellent products. And fans can choose from a lot of personalization choices, including putting their own name on a robe. While the store adds the finishing touches to 935 Broadway, many products are available to be bought from the Harry Potter online shop.
1. What is the new standard that Harry Potter New York set?A.It’s themed store. |
B.It’s a three-floor store. |
C.It sits in the heart of New York City |
D.It offers different shopping experiences. |
A.A model overhead. |
B.A Harry Potter film. |
C.A phoenix on the floor. |
D.An area designed to take photos. |
A.They could get a robe for free. |
B.They could elect their favourite wand. |
C.They could enter a phone box in London. |
D.They could transport themselves into the Ministry of Magic. |
A.Broadway is adding a declaration to itself. |
B.New York is popular with Harry Potter fans. |
C.Harry Potter New York opens its door for a magical experience. |
D.Many fans come to visit Harry Potter New York. |
8 . It’s hard to imagine any gifts more convenient than online flower delivery. There is no driving to the local florist shop, no waiting on hold, and no searching for a phone number for a flower delivery service in the area you need to send. You simply select the bouquet or arrangement, and enter the delivery and payment information. Besides, many offer additional gifts including gift baskets, chocolates, teddy bears and so on.
Fast Flower Delivery Online
When you buy flowers online, you can get flower delivery just as fast as if you place the order in person or over the phone. If you place your order early in the day with an Internet florist, many of the best can deliver on the same day.
Send Flowers for Less
Customers often find better prices when buying on the Internet, because online flower shops typically have lower prices and more discount deals. These shops have less overhead (运营费用) and costs, so they can pass the savings on to the customer. In addition, you usually get a much better deal, especially at busy holidays such as Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Christmas, etc.
Spectacular Flower Selection
A typical local flower shop does not have a big selection to choose, and also, when you order flowers over the phone you can’t see what you’ll get. Online flower shops have pictures, and still many have a spectacular selection to choose from. Plus, if one Internet florist doesn’t have what you want, it’ll take just a few seconds to buy flowers online from another florist site.
1. What might you get on a special holiday?A.Faster delivery. | B.Wider choices. | C.More discount. | D.Extra gifts. |
A.You see pictures of the flowers. |
B.You needn’t drive to the shop. |
C.You can pay afterwards. |
D.You have a faster service. |
A.To show the advantages of online shopping. |
B.To help run an online floral business. |
C.To advertise an online flower shop. |
D.To promote online flower delivery. |
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10 . As Christmas approached, the price of turkey went wild. It didn’t rocket, as some might suggest. Nor did it crash. It just started waving. We live in the age of the variable prices. In the eyes of sellers, the right price—the one that will draw the most profit from consumers’ wallets—has become the focus of huge experiments. These sorts of price experiments have become a routine part of finding that right price.
It may come as a surprise that, in buying a pie, you might be participating in a carefully designed social-science experiment. But this is what online comparison shopping has brought. Simply put, the convenience to know the price of anything, anytime, anywhere, has given us, the consumers, so much power that sellers—in a desperate effort to regain the upper hand, or at least avoid extinction—are now staring back through the screen. They are trying to “comparison shopping” us.
They have enough means to do so: the huge data tracks you leave behind whenever you place something in your online shopping cart with top data scientists capable of turning the information into useful price strategies, and what one tech economist calls “the ability to experiment on a scale that’s unimaginable in the history of economics.”
In result, not coincidentally, normal pricing practices—an advertised discount off the “list price,” two for the price of one, or simply “everyday low prices” are giving way to far more crazy strategies.
“In the Internet era, I don’t think anyone could have predicted how complicated these strategies have become,” says Robert Dolan, a professor at Harvard. The price of a can of soda in a vending machine can now vary with the temperature outside. The price of the headphones may depend on how budget-conscious your web history shows you to be. The price may even be affected by the price of the mobile phone you use for item search. For shoppers, that means price—not the one offered to you right now, but the one offered to you 20 minutes from now, or the one offered to me, or to your neighbor—may become an increasingly unknowable thing. “There used to be one price for something,” Dolan notes. Now the true price of pumpkin-pie spice is subject to a level of uncertainty.
1. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?A.When holidays come, prices are usually increased. |
B.The right price to sellers is the one to bring biggest profits. |
C.The right price is fixed although it’s hard to find it. |
D.To buy a pie, customers have to become an expert in economy. |
A.reflect on the effect of the Internet |
B.analyze customers’ online buying history for price strategy |
C.double check the existence of the purchase |
D.find out online where the lowest prices are |
A.The instant mood of the buyer at the time of purchase. |
B.The necessity level of the item at the time of purchase. |
C.The extent to which the buyer is sensitive to the price. |
D.The price of the facility the buyer uses to look for the item. |
A.The advantages of online shopping over traditional shopping. |
B.Measures sellers take to maximize profits. |
C.The analysis of pricing mechanism. |
D.The battle between buyers and sellers in Internet age. |