1 . You may have visited antique stores and found cutting-edge goods in second-hand furniture stores, but have you ever stooping? On the streets of big cities at night, some young people are “looking for something”. Obsessed with the spiritual core of the old thing recycling, they fell in love with it. But what exactly is stooping?

In fact, this English word originally meant “bending over”, and now refers to a way of life of picking up discarded items and renovating and recycling old things, which originally emerged in New York and other foreign big cities.

Since the beginning of last year, the trend of “stooping” has spread to many big cities in China and many young people look for second-hand items such as discarded furniture on the streets, take home and repurpose them with a new look. In order to make the flow of information better, some “stoopers” have also built communities where group members can share “treasures” on the street with each other.

Mikiko, 27, is reportedly one of the first people in China to get involved in practicing stooping. At first, she posted online things that people no longer use, want to throw away, or exchange at home, and slowly hundreds of messages flooded in and since then, stooping has become more and more popular among young people. Mikiko admitted that she was surprised that the concept has become a hit on social media, as older generations often stigmatize picking up things from the street or using second-hand goods. “People like my mom consider stooping as’rubbish-picking’, and people will be looked down upon by doing this.” She even created an app called “Grecycle” where people can give away or take unwanted items for free, hoping people may realize that stooping can also be about doing good and helping others.

This generation of young people has given “new life” to old things, practiced social responsibility in their own environmentally friendly ways in life, and also contributed to the circular economy and sustainable society.

1. What do we know about “stooping” in this text?

A．It was developed in England.	B．It equals to rubbish-picking.
C．It is an expression to show respect.	D．It is a way to turn trash to treasure.

2. Why do stoopers build some communities?

A．To show off their good use of items.

B．To argue about the misuse of good treasure.

C．To share the information of the discarded items.

D．To make some comments on the abandoned items.

3. What does the underlined word “stigmatize” mean in paragraph 4?

A．Be skilled at.	B．Be ashamed of.
C．Be fed up with.	D．Be accustomed to.

4. What does the author convey with the example of Mikiko?

A．Second-hand stores are worth visiting.

B．Big cities offer more job opportunities.

C．Young people spend less than older people.

D．The young have a stronger eco-awareness.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the accident happen?

A．A fire broke out in the car.

B．The car lost control suddenly.

C．The driver was careless.

2. What can we know from the conversation?

A．The car hit a big rock.

B．The car wasn’t badly damaged.

C．The man only got slight wounds.

3 . 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does Sophia apologize to Simon?

A．For leaving without saying goodbye.

B．For breaking the wine glasses.

C．For being late for the party.

2. What happened to Sophia’s father?

A．He lost his job.

B．He had an accident.

C．He missed a meeting.

4 . More than 50 million people in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and elsewhere follow pastoralism(游牧) as a way of life. The practice has survived for so long because it is designed to change with the environment. Pastoralists move with animals to find new lands and water, leaving behind eaten plants to regrow.

Mongolia is well known for its pastoralism. Agvaantogtokh and his family are herders(牧民). On horseback, he rides with nearly a thousand sheep and goats to help them find water. Sometimes, he and his wife, Nurmaa, stop to help struggling young ones, weak after a difficult winter.

For families like Agvaantogtokh’s, pastoralism is more than a profession. It is a cultural identity that connects generations. At its heart is the human connection to animals. While they consider the animals as their property, they also see them as living beings working alongside them.

Researchers say herders believe in “animal agency”. Agvaantogtokh lets his animals choose the food they eat and where they find water. To him, restricting an animal’s movement and asking it to eat the same thing each day is like putting a person in prison.

In Mongolia, weather extremes are a part of life. When Agvaantogtokh thinks about climate change, he is concerned about humans and animals. Continuous dry and warm weather affects Mongolia. Since 1940, the government says, average temperatures have risen 2.2 degrees Celsius. To keep their practice alive, pastoralists seek ways to modernize. In Mongolia, Lkhaebum recently began using a small vehicle to more easily search for horses. The family uses electricity and has other technologies including a TV and a washing machine. They also use a cellphone to follow the weather and access social media where herders share information.

One of the biggest threats to pastoralism comes from within. Nurmaa and Agvaantogtokh’s 18-year-old daughter studies medicine. Their son spoke about becoming a herder when he was a child, but not anymore. “I won’t regret anything if my child won’t be a herder,” Nurmaa said. “I would like them to do what they desire to do.”

1. What contributes to the survival of pastoralism?

A．Huge pastoralist populations.	B．Adaptation to the environment.
C．Herders’ desire to travel to new places.	D．Slow development of modernization.

2. What does pastoralism mean to Agvaantogtokh?

A．The distinct identity of animals.	B．A poorly-paid profession.
C．An out-of-date lifestyle.	D．The bond between man and animals.

3. What does “animal agency” in Paragraph 4 refer to?

A．Animals’ living in cages.	B．Animals’ eating the same thing.
C．Animals’ struggling in shelters.	D．Animals’ moving around freely.

4. What is a big challenge for pastoralism?

A．Modern technology.	B．No government support.
C．Young people’s disinterest in it.	D．Lack of information exchange.

5 . Gather together a couple of good friends and take a leisurely stroll through the streets — this is what many youngsters in China enjoy doing when they visit a new city.

To them, Citywalk means “roaming around the city” on foot. Participants can follow a distinctive urban route, soaking up the atmosphere, exploring old buildings, browsing boutique shops, sipping a cup of coffee, or indulging in authentic local snacks.

Citywalk can be a special guided trip for a small group of people, or simply a leisurely stroll for one or two to explore new areas, sticking to the key point: avoiding famous scenic spots and big crowds to gain a more inclusive experience of the places you visit. Besides interacting with a city, Citywalk provides young people with a new social scene, where they who share the same interests and ideas can easily make friends.

In China, the Citywalk trend is spreading from first-tier cities like Beijing and Shanghai to second and third-tier cities, encouraging more participants and event organizers to get involved. Some organizers invite folk culture researchers and enthusiasts to act as tour guides. Xiao Yiyi, a young entrepreneur in Changsha, recently launched six Citywalk routes in different cities on her social media account, with the aim of providing experiences for visitors to “walk in open-air museums”. Her Changsha route features more offbeat sights like historical architecture from the 19th century, artsy old alleys, and even a stop-off to sample the local spicy crayfish specialty.

Even though Citywalk is a relatively new phenomenon, it is offering a positive change to urban travelers as they can better choose the experiences based on their interests and needs. At the same time, Citywalk represents an opportunity for tour guides and travel service providers to offer a more tailored, professional service to meet with ever-changing market demands.

1. Why do young people choose Citywalk?

A．To enjoy a guided tour.

B．To cut down expenses.

C．To dig deeper into a city.

D．To make new friends.

2. What is the most notable feature about Citywalk?

A．Doing sightseeing on foot.	B．Avoiding hot scenic spots.
C．Taking a local tour guide.	D．Keeping a fixed urban route.

3. What might Xiao Yiyi be?

A．A tour guide	B．A culture researcher.
C．A Citywalk enthusiast.	D．An event organizer.

4. What is the author’s attitude to the Citywalk trend?

A．Favorable.

B．Dismissive.

C．Doubtful.

D．Unclear.

6 . It is commonplace to come across instances of students or young professionals of the same age groups renting together.     1     More young adults are now choosing intergenerational housing arrangements, living with people in their 60s and 70s.

Intergenerational housing whereby Gen Zers and Millennials rent a room from an elderly homeowner is not limited to a particular region.     2    

In recent years, the high cost of living makes it nearly impossible for young adults to find affordable accommodations in major urban areas.     3     In fact, many universities develop such intergenerational housing programs. For example, Des Moines-based Drake University offers its music students a chance to live rent-free at one regional senior living center, provided they perform certain chores for the elderly residents.

    4     Many feel staying with seniors helps them learn life lessons, such as financial and home ownership responsibilities. They find the arrangement great for studying and decompressing (解压) after work as the homes are usually quiet and orderly. They also find such arrangements much better than staying with a loud, dirty roommate!

The elderly find renting their homes to young people a win-win proposition. They have someone able and energetic for company and the additional income helps them offset (抵消) the cost of home ownership.     5    

A．It is now widespread in many parts of the U.S.

B．Living with the elderly is challenging for the young.

C．However, recently, a different trend has been observed.

D．It drives the demand for intergenerational housing arrangements.

E．Nowadays, many young people prefer to live independently after finishing school.

F．The students find living with seniors better than sharing rooms with several roommates.

G．Another person in an empty home also relieves the loneliness many old people experience.

7 . People in most countries have stopped wearing masks (口罩). In Japan, many people are still covering up. Some of those who have gone maskless, or who want to, are taking lessons in how to smile. A lot of adults say they have “forgotten” how to smile naturally after three years of wearing a face covering. They are taking lessons from “smile coaches” to relearn how to smile with confidence. One coach, Keiko Kawano from a “smile education” company, spoke to the Asahi Shimbun newspaper about her work. She said: “Mask wearing became normal, so people had fewer opportunities to smile. Many people developed a complex (情结) about smiling. I want people to smile for their physical and mental wellbeing.”

Smile coaches in Japan may be busy for some time to come. A recent survey(调查) by Laibo Research found that 27.8% of company employees in their 20s to 50s would continue to wear masks. Just over two-thirds of people said they would wear a mask depending on the situation. Only 5.5% said they would go mask-free. Ms. Kawano is well known in Japan. She has coached more than 4,000 people in the art of smiling. She has also trained hundreds of “smile specialists”. She said: “Smiling makes a good impression on others and helps communication. It also has the effect of making yourself feel more positive.” She added: “Moving and relaxing the facial muscles is the key to a good smile.”

1. Who needs to take lessons in how to smile in Japan?

A．People who are still covering up	B．People who have gone maskless, or who want to
C．People who knows how to smile	D．People in most countries

2. What is Keiko Kawano’s job?

A．A basketball coach	B．A football coach
C．A tennis coach	D．A smiling coach

3. How many people said they would wear a mask depending on the situation?

A．1/3

B．2/3

C．27.8%

D．5.5%

4. The underlined word ‘relearn’ in paragraph 1 means ________.

A．Learn again

B．no more study

C．teach

D．rewrite

5. According to Ms. Kawano, what is the key to a good smile?

A．A good impression on others and helping communication.

B．The effect of making yourself feel more positive.

C．Moving and relaxing the facial muscles.

D．A complex about smiling.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How did Eric get hurt?

A．He got hit by a ladder.

B．He tripped over a rock.

C．He fell from the height.

2. Which part of Eric’s body got injured?

A．His arm.

B．His ankle.

C．His head.

3. What does the woman ask the man to do next?

A．Lift Eric on to the bed.

B．Apply ice to the injured part.

C．Send Eric to the hospital for an X-ray.

9 .

A Day Out at the City Farm Come and join us for a day of fun! Get in touch with nature and learn about the importance of growing our own food. Bring back your own mini garden to start your urban farming journey! Date:28 May 2023 (Sunday) Time:8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Venue: City Farm GUIDED TOUR 9 a.m. or 3 p.m. Free registration (registration ends 5 minutes before tour starts) Our friendly guide will share interesting facts about some common local plants and their uses. You will have an opportunity to touch, smell and taste some of the vegetables and fruits. Our guide will also highlight some farming methods that are environmentally friendly. WORKSHOPS

1. What can a visitor enjoy during the guided tour?

A．Trying out new farming methods.

B．Tasting some vegetables and fruits.

C．Visiting the farm without registration.

D．Sharing knowledge of plants with the locals.

2. How much need a couple with one child pay for My Miniature Garden?

A．$40.

B．$55.

C．$65.

D．$80.

3. What is the main purpose of the event?

A．To instruct visitors to prepare gifts.

B．To advocate the protection of the farm plants.

C．To publicize the sale of organic produce.

D．To encourage people to grow their own food.

10 . Gleaning (拾穗，拾遗) is not a new concept. It dates back to ancient times, when farmers would leave the edges of their fields unharvested or leave produce looking imperfect for the poor which was either to rot in the field, or was rolled over.

Gleaning offers fresh, healthy food to food insecure people. That is where gleaners come in. Gleaning addresses farm waste and food poverty by providing free healthy food donated straight from farm to table. Interest in gleaning is growing; in 2017,there were five gleaning groups in the UK, while today there are 25.

Holly Whitelaw, an organizer for the Cornwall Gleaning Network, reported to Positive.News that her volunteers send around 300 boxes a week to food banks and community kitchens in her area. The boxes come complete with recipe (食谱) ideas and the kitchens love the fact that this fresh food is so highly nutritious.

Gleaners find the work very fulfilling. “It’s a really jolly atmosphere,” Whitelaw told Positive. News.”Any time I go gleaning, I am lifted up. For the volunteers, it’s so good for mental health, getting outside and doing something practical that’s good for the needy people.”

Adding technology to this age-old practice, a digital map of the 734 fruit trees available for gleaning was provided. This produce is going to the Orcas Island Food Bank which has witnessed a 227 percent increase in demand since the pandemic (疫情), with numbers still on the rise.

To assist the increasing amount of hungry people, produce is being rescued from fields around the world. A prime example of a successful organization is Leket Israel. In 2021, Leket rescued 40,758,000 pounds of fruits and vegetables from farmers’ fields and packing houses.

Hopes are that awareness will continue to grow. To make this happen, more unions need to be established with farmers and more people need to volunteer their time to help. This form of helping may soon become as commonplace as local charity walks, predicts Positive.News.

1. How does the author introduce the topic?

A．By telling a story.	B．By giving a definition.
C．By raising a question.	D．By making a comparison.

2. What can we infer from what Holly Whitelaw said?

A．The highly nutritious food is good for mental health.

B．He fulfilled his dream of building a gleaning network.

C．New recipes create a happy atmosphere in the kitchen.

D．Gleaning offers benefits to both givers and receivers.

3. Why are the examples of Orcas Island Food Bank and Leket Israel mentioned?

A．To show the growing success of gleaning.	B．To praise the help of a new technology.
C．To stress the problem of food wasting.	D．To tell the number of hungry people.

4. What is the author’s attitude towards food gleaning?

A．Optimistic.

B．Doubtful.

C．Negative.

D．Unclear.