1 . Peru is the third largest country in South America, after Brazil and Argentina. It is made up of a variety of landscapes, from mountains and beaches to deserts and rain forests. Most people live along the coast of the Pacific Ocean, where the capital, Lima, is located.
Along Peru’s west coast is a narrow strip (狭长地带) of desert, which is about 1, 555 miles long. Ancient people, called the Chimú and the Nasca, first lived in this region thousands of years ago. The coastal desert makes up only about 10 percent of Peru, but it is home to more than half of all Peruvians.
The world’s largest rain forest, the Amazon, covers nearly half of Peru. Called the selva in Spanish, this huge jungle (丛林), which also covers half of Brazil, is home to plants and animals that do not live anywhere else on Earth, Some scientists think there may even be Indian tribes (部落) there that have never seen the outside world.
The second highest mountain range in the world runs through Peru. These peaks, called the Andes, are so tall and forbidding that the ancient Inca people thought they were gods. They run from north to south and can be seen from Peru’s beaches 50 miles to the west. The highest peak of it, Mount Huascaran, is 22, 205 feet high.
1. Where did most Peruvians live?A.In the huge jungle. | B.In the Indian tribe. |
C.In the mountain. | D.In the coastal desert. |
A.Almost half of Peru is covered by rain forests. |
B.It is the third largest country in population in South America. |
C.More than half of the native population live in the mountains. |
D.About 1, 555 years ago, ancient people moved to the coastal desert. |
A.They can’t be seen from the Peru’s coast. |
B.They are where most Peru’s people plant rice. |
C.Some of them belong to the second highest mountain range. |
D.The highest mountain range in Peru runs from east to west. |
A.The Attractions of Peru | B.The History of Peru |
C.The Official Languages of Peru | D.The Geography of Peru |
Free education and health care
Before you rush out to help an elderly neighbor cross the street or walk dogs at your local animal shelter, although both are worthwhile
You can still contribute by showing up at a charitable community event with water, coffee, or baked goods in hand. A
3 . "China is impossible to overlook," says Hill. "Chinese models are the faces of beauty and fashion campaigns that sell dreams to women all over the world, which means Chinese women are not just consumers of fashion — they are central to its movement. "Of course, only are today's top Western designers being influenced by China — some of the best designers of contemporary fashion are themselves Chinese." Vera Wang, Alexander Wang, Jason Wu are taking on Galiano, Albaz, Marc Jacobs-and beating them hands down in design and sales," adds Hill.
What do the underlined words "taking on" in paragraph 4 mean?
A.Learning from. | B.Looking down on. |
C.Working with. | D.Competing against. |
4 . As COVID-19 broke out and spread in the world, many countries are changing their social habits to reduce the risk of spreading the novel coronavirus(新型冠状病毒).Here are some of the ways that greeting habits are changing around the world.
China
Loudspeakers tell people not to shake hands but to make the traditional gongshou gesture(a fist in the opposite palm)to say hello.
France
France is famous for its romantic greetings.They touch each other's cheeks and make a kissing sound. But now, this habit may be coming to a stop. News papers in France have begun publishing advice on how to replace kissing on the cheek. French etiquette(礼仪)expert Philippe Lichtfus said that simply looking into a person's eyes can be enough as a greeting.
Spain
The outbreak could also hit one of Spain's most important traditions---in the week before Easter, known as Holy Week,the faithful(信徒)queue up to kiss the hands or feet of sculptures of the Virgin Mary and the saints,seeking their protection. It's said that the ceremony could be banned.
Iran
Traditionally,people in Iran shake hands to greet one another.But today,a video has been popular in Iran. Showing three friends meeting, hands in their pockets and two of them wearing masks, tapping their feet against each other as a greeting.
1. Many countries are changing their social habits to
A.develop the relationship between countries |
B.attract more visitors around the world |
C.reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 |
D.show respect for other countries |
A.gongshou | B.eye contact |
C.foot tapping | D.hand kissing |
A.Easter celebrations | B.The Holy Week ceremony |
C.Spanish music festival | D.The Marathon event |
国家 | 大不列颠及北爱尔兰联合王国 | 首都 | 伦敦(别称:雾都) | 地理位置 | 欧洲西北部,面向大西洋 |
人口 | 约6444万 | 面积 | 24.41万平方千米 | 气候 | 冬暖夏凉,整年雨量充足 |
国情 | 1.由英格兰、威尔士、苏格兰、北爱尔兰组成; 2.历史悠久,景点众多,如大本钟、格林尼治等; 3.世界工业化(industrialize)最早的国家之一,对人类工业化(human industrialization)做出了贡献。 |
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7 . People working from home have more options for making their living abroad than ever before. Recently new destinations have launched programs to tempt workers to abandon their home offices for tropical shores and year-round sun.
Montserrat
Remote workers must have medical insurance and an annual income of at least $70,000.
Fees are S500 for individuals-or $750 or higher for families — to apply.
Applicants know within a week if they are approved.
Remote workers must test negative for Covid-19 and quarantine for 14 days at an accommodation of their choice.
Mauritius
Remote workers seeking a "Covid-safe" place to ride out the pandemic can consider Mauritius.
There is no fee to apply, though applicants need long-term accommodation plans, travel and health insurance and proof of sufficient funds to stay in Mauritius, which is defined as at least$ 1,500 in monthly income.
The Bahamas
People who think they may tire of staying on one island can apply for the Bahamas Extended Access Travel Stay program.
The new 12-month residency permit lets remote workers and students live and move between 16 different islands in the Bahamas.
Applications are processed within five days and cost $25 per person.
Travelers need a negative Covid-19 test result.
Dubai
All nationalities can apply for Dubai's new remote working program, provided they make $5,000 per month.
At $287 to apply, fees are lower than most other programs. Applicants must have health insurance and show proof of income.
Travelers must arrive with a negative PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test taken no more than 72 hours before departing.
1. Which place charges least for application?A.Montserrat. | B.Mauritius. | C.The Bahamas. | D.Dubai. |
A.Travelers have the longest residency permit. |
B.Applicants are informed of approval results. |
C.Remote workers need no Covid-I9 test taken. |
D.Students are allowed to apply for the program. |
A.First-class service. | B.Permanent residency. |
C.Cosy environment. | D.Health insurance. |