1. What did Fitbit say about the recent study?
| A．It was false. | B．It hurt their business. | C．They made no comment. |
| A．Only when he’s exercising. |
| B．During the daytime. |
| C．All the time. |
| A．It’s of little use. |
| B．It’s of good value. |
| C．It’s sometimes uncomfortable to wear. |
| A．Interested. | B．Bored. | C．Upset. |
| A．Bookshop. | B．Shoe shop. | C．Computer shop. |
1. Which ping-pong bat will the woman buy?
| A．The blue one. | B．The red one. | C．The pink one. |
| A．It looks good. | B．It is suitable for games. | C．It feels hard. |
| A．Eight yuan | B．Sixty yuan. | C．Sixty-eight yuan. |
| A．By credit card. | B．In cash. | C．By check. |
1. Which ping-pong bat will the woman buy?
| A．The blue one. | B．The red one. | C．The pink one. |
| A．It looks good. | B．It is suitable for games. | C．It feels hard. |
| A．Eight yuan | B．Sixty yuan. | C．Sixty-eight yuan. |
| A．By credit card. | B．In cash | C．By check. |
Roborock Q5+ iLifeV3s Pro Robot Eufy RoboVae 11S iRobot Roomba S9+ Samsung Jet Bot Al+
Roborock Q5+
Roborock’s midrange model overcomes most of the limitations of robot vacuums. It’s easy to clean, maps rooms flawlessly, and goes far on a charge. It doesn’t sense when its bin is full but can follow voice commands.
Price:$500. roborock.com
Source: Wired
iLifeV3s Pro Robot
A budget alternative, this machine “outperformed much more expensive vacuums.” You control it with a remote, not an app. But it’s thorough, avoids obstacles, and has no brushes that would require regular cleaning to remove fur and hair.
Price: $165, iliferobot.com
Source: Better Homes &Gardens
Eufy RoboVac 11S
This budget option is “surprisingly thorough.” It cleans more randomly because it doesn’t map your space and it doesn’t empty its own bin. But it’s quieter than its smart rivals and “a great value for light everyday maintenance.”
Price: $140. eufy.com
Source: Wall Street Journal
iRobot Roomba S9+
Roomba’s top-end model can’t match the cleaning power of a traditional vacuum, but it has few robotic rivals on that score. Another plus: The bin is automatically emptied into a disposable bag in the docking station.
Price: $799, irobot.com
Source: Consumer Reports
Samsung Jet Bot AI+
Though this pricey vacuum delivers “below average” cleaning performance, it’s good-looking, gentle on furniture, and is “packed full of features.” It can even double as a patrolling security camera that will live-stream to your phone.
Price: $1,300, samsung.com
Source: Tom’s Guide
1. Which of the following features belongs to iLifeV3s Pro Robot?| A．It is controlled by a remote. | B．It makes no noise when cleaning. |
| C．Its brushes needs no maintenance. | D．Its camera works as a monitor. |
| A．Roborock QS+ | B．Eufy RoboVac 11S |
| C．iRobot Roomba S9+ | D．Samsung Jet Bot AI+ |
| A．Its appearance. | B．Its function. |
| C．Its price. | D．Its source. |
6 . Fathers are the best. Sometimes dads can be hard to shop for—as it feels like they have everything. But surely they are missing out on something and that’s exactly where our list of extraordinary gifts comes in.
Thermocare Blanket
Perhaps your dad needs the perfect warm blanket on those freezing winter days. If so, he’ll love the Thermocare Blanket. Made from soft and comfortable material, this blanket is perfect to settle oneself into. Plus, its smart design means your dad can easily wrap it around himself. Temperature can be shown on a small digital screen and stay at a certain level.
$66.89 at amazon.com
MerryTime Modern Set
This decent 14-piece tea set, including an electric teapot, six cups, six plates and a metal storage stand, will help host a proper high tea event. The smooth appearance will make it a great home decoration, and it’s also very easy to hold, store and wash. Your dad will surely enjoy having guests with this set on the table.
$69.90 at Walmart
CATCH: 3 Classics
This stylish wireless charging stand features a 10W output so that your dad can charge devices quickly and easily—just place the devices on the stand and press the button to start charging. This most popular choice is made from good-quality materials that will last for years.
$70.00 at Walmart
Bonding Lamp
These electric devices are a great way to keep your loved ones close by, no matter where they are. They also help bridge any gaps between the two of you. Whether you’re missing your dad or just want to show him how much you care, just touch your lamp at hand, and the other lamp in your dad’s range will light up automatically, letting him know you’re thinking of him.
$128.00 at amazon.com
1. Which gift is used for a father to host his friends?| A．Thermocare Blanket. | B．MerryTime Modern Set. |
| C．CATCH: 3 Classics. | D．Bonding Lamp. |
| A．They work by electricity. | B．They have lower price online. |
| C．They are environmentally friendly. | D．They can make good home decoration. |
| A．A father who is keen on fashion. | B．A blogger who provides advice on gifts. |
| C．A family that shop for daily necessities. | D．A daughter who is browsing for Father’s Day. |
7 . Imagine you bought a new shirt and did not intend to buy a new jacket,however,you suppose that the new shirt makes the old jacket look worn. You weaken and buy a new jacket, new trousers,even new shoes.Before you realize it,you have a whole new wardrobe.And maybe an empty bank account.
This is called the Diderot Effect. Denis Diderot,a well-known French philosopher,was the co-founder and writer of Encyclopedia. However，he was too badly off to afford a dowry(嫁妆)for his daughter. His only valuable possessions were books. Hearing of Diderot’s financial troubles,Catherine the Great,the Empress of Russia, offered to buy his library at a high price. Shortly after this lucky sale，Diderot acquired a new dressing gown(长袍)which had a huge effect on his life. As he wrote in the article in 1769, the new dressing gown made his other belongings seem old and unattractive. Thus, he began replacing them.
According to many social scientists,it resulted from a psychological need for our possessions to go together and to reflect our self-image. In 1988, anthropologist Grant McCracken coined the term “the Diderot Effect” to describe this need and its influence on consumerism.
Marketers utilize this need by displaying products in what McCracken calls Diderot Unities. An example is the Swedish furniture company IKEA, whose marketing uses two kinds of Diderot Unities in its shops, website and catalogue. One is dividing items like lamps and rugs into various furniture “families”. The other is displaying items in fully furnished rooms. Shops count on all of these to create the Diderot Effect, making the buyer want the entire package.
We may occasionally give in to the Diderot Effect,but knowing it exists can help us resist it so we don’t regret our purchases. Before buying something, ask yourself, is it necessary? Then, buy items that match what you already have. And remind yourself that a new chair won’t transform your bedroom into a showroom!
1. What can we infer about Denis Diderot from paragraph 2?| A．His belongings were out of style. |
| B．He showed interest in nothing but books. |
| C．He kept on buying new items after the lucky sale. |
| D．His new dressing gown landed him in financial troubles. |
| A．To improve their social status. |
| B．To show off their beauty and elegance. |
| C．To make their belongings better matched. |
| D．To cater for the needs of family members. |
| A．Get rid of. | B．Ignore. | C．Affect. | D．Take advantage of. |
| A．Keep an eye on your bank account |
| B．Embrace Minimalism: less is more |
| C．The Diderot Effect: a two-edged sword |
| D．Have you ever given in to the Diderot Effect? |
| A．Blue. | B．Red. | C．Grey. |
9 . 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
10 . 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. |
