1 . Alia found herself disappointed in the drawing studio after missing out on picking her classes due to illness. She had hoped for Biology, but it was ___________ by the time she got to choose. She loved everything about science, from the way it used facts to how it revealed the basic nature of things. But ___________ was so... un-scientific.

The first class project was self-portraits (肖像). Some students were drawing self-portraits using___________. Others were working from photographs. Alia___________the incomplete outlines, feeling like a cat in a dog show.

The teacher ___________ her. “Every portrait begins with a circle,” he said. “Then you create a series of lines.” To ___________, he drew a group of small, quick portraits. He began each one with a ___________ , some straight lines, and a triangle (三角形) to determine ___________ the eyes, nose, and chin (下巴) should go.

___________, Alia began her own self-portrait. She ____________ the basic form of a head, the way she had been shown. From there, she used lines to plot the ____________ of her face. The process took patience and ____________ . She had to take note of each detail. One wrong measurement could throw off the whole ____________.

Alia was surprised by the structure and discipline involved in drawing a portrait. Measuring, studying details and ____________ the basic nature of something ______________ her of what she loved about science.

1.

A．full

B．changeable

C．busy

D．tough

2.

A．biology

B．art

C．physics

D．medicine

3.

A．artbooks

B．glass

C．brushes

D．mirrors

4.

A．cared for

B．searched for

C．glanced at

D．get rid of

5.

A．punished

B．approached

C．blamed

D．requested

6.

A．introduce

B．demonstrate

C．complete

D．promote

7.

A．letter

B．square

C．circle

D．dot

8.

A．why

B．when

C．how

D．where

9.

A．Surprisingly

B．Excitedly

C．Hesitantly

D．Disappointedly

10.

A．drew

B．wrote

C．printed

D．typed

11.

A．features

B．sizes

C．colors

D．lengths

12.

A．accuracy

B．love

C．courage

D．humor

13.

A．design

B．paper

C．portrait

D．book

14.

A．changing

B．revealing

C．distinguishing

D．understanding

15.

A．warned

B．informed

C．suspect

D．reminded

2 . Best Online Exercise Classes

Online exercise classes are changing the way we think about fitness, and here are some of the best apps for online exercise classes for you to select.

Daily Burn

Daily Burn offers a 30-day free trial, so you can get a feel for the classes and instructors before you make the decision. It provides over 1,000 classes ranging from choices for beginners to advanced athletes, all taught by expert trainers. There are classes that are 10 minutes and ones that are an hour, so you can do a workout that’s perfect for your schedule.

Alo Moves

Through this app, you’re given the chance to connect with encouraging coaches and other hard-working members, and take more than 2,500 different yoga classes of all styles and all difficulties. You can even take classes or practice yoga with any of your friends online. At a price point of $20 per month, it’s surely one of the reasonable at-home choices.

Booya Fitness

Classes offered include cardio (有氧运动) kickboxing, sports conditioning, dancing, and even more. Even if that sounds like you’ll need much expensive equipment, Booya Fitness promises that 75% of their workouts can be completed with just an exercise mat (垫子). Booya Fitness is also very selective (严格挑选的) in the music they play because they know a good song can make your cardio workout motivating. It’s a best choice for the middle and upper class.

Peloton

Peloton’s service is based on live classes intended for anyone who has a bike, and they require the Peloton branded equipment to join in. There are new classes every day, and thousands of classes to choose from. What’s more, there is also a treadmill users can purchase for running- and walking-based classes, and a TV app for strength classes. However, it will charge you more for the convenient service.

1. What can we know about Daily Burn?

A．It offers 30-day free trial classes freely.	B．It’s only suitable for advanced athletes.
C．Most classes are taught by experienced trainers.	D．It’s intended for anyone who has a bike.

2. What is Booya Fitness particular about?

A．Prices.

B．Sports facilities

C．Trainers

D．Music

3. Which of the following may suit those who want to seek a fair price?

A．Daily Burn.

B．Alo Moves.

C．Booya Fitness.

D．Peloton.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the man take the cooking course?

A．He decided to be a cook.

B．The food there attracted him.

C．His mother asked him to do it.

2. What did the man learn at the course?

A．How to make soup.

B．How to cut different foods.

C．How to choose fresh vegetables.

3. How many people were there in the kitchen in total?

A．7.

B．14.

C．17.

4. What will the man do next month?

A．Buy a cookbook.

B．Do a course on desserts.

C．Cook for his grandmother.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the woman?

A．A new student.

B．A new teacher.

C．A new Internet manager.

2. What did the woman do at home a week ago?

A．She paid her fees.

B．She got her receipt from the bank.

C．She registered for classes on the Internet.

3. What does the woman have to do now?

A．Go to the classroom.

B．Get the class list.

C．Have the first class.

5 . 36 hours of art course

with the New Arts Club — London

A good chance to learn under famous artist Oksana Leadbitter, and her New Arts Club.

Run according to your timetable, this part-time course is 36⁺ hours of painting that is fit for anyone from beginners to more experienced painters. You must sign up for no less than 36 hours, for which you need to pay $356.33.

All art materials are provided, including paints, brushes and more. All you need to do is bring yourself, and a wish to learn and meet new people. Oksana will guide you through a series of painting styles and skills, showing how a painting is done and offering frequent support to you. She gives special attention to the easiest ways of achieving the effects you want. She has her own style of teaching that allows people to make progress in a short period of time.

You will not need to attend every class. The course works on a by-hour basis, meaning you can use your hours as slowly or quickly as you wish.

Come and join us every Thursday at a spare room of the beautiful St Sofia Cathedral in Bayswater, London.

Courses:

10:00-12:00: Adult class

12:00-15:00: Children’s class

19:00-22:00: Adult evening class

The courses will begin on 15th May, 2024. Feel free to take part and say hello.

If you want more information, e-mail: newartsclublondon@gmail.com.

Should special situations arise, the organizers would keep the right to cancel any of the events, resulting in the refund (退款) of cancelled remaining classes.

1. What is a requirement for learners of the course?

A．Sticking to the schedule.

B．Having prior experience.

C．Registering for at least 36 hours.

D．Bringing along painting materials.

2. What is attractive about Oksana’s teaching?

A．Providing painting brushes.

B．Teaching in efficient ways.

C．Centering around practicing.

D．Offering one-to-one instruction.

3. What do we know about the course?

A．It runs for two days a week.

B．It is refunded for cancellation.

C．It is intended for adult learners.

D．It costs a learner over $10 per hour.

6 . I was a rising high school junior in the summer of 2021, when I took Philosophy 101 at Lehmon College, a   ____that allows New York City public school students to earn credits. Why philosophy?________, I chose it on impulse (一时冲动). I expected this course to be interesting. I didn’t expect this class, which________me to the words and works of Socrates, Plato and other moral philosophers, to change my________to college education.

But that’s what________. During the second week of class, when we________the work of Socrates, I read Socrates’ words, “The unexamined life is no life for a human being to live”. My eyes________in surprise and my posture was fixed. I read these words over and over until my professor broke my trance (出神、发呆), “Could anyone in the class interpret the_______ of Socrates’ words?”

Then I did my best to explain that the wise philosopher was making a________on how we should live. To me, this meant getting________about all aspects of yourself, putting yourself in academic, social and cultural spaces that will_______ your world view, and being open to personal growth along the way.

After reflecting on the words even after the course was over, I realized Socrates was________meaningful life means a(n)________to exploration. Being immersed in ideas such as Socrates’________me to think about the person I am. I began to see college as a place to gain knowledge and explore my interests,________just fulfill classes.

1.

A．interview

B．survey

C．camp

D．course

2.

A．Generally

B．Honestly

C．Roughly

D．Briefly

3.

A．recommended

B．pushed

C．introduced

D．compared

4.

A．secret

B．solution

C．attitude

D．behavior

5.

A．happened

B．started

C．worked

D．ended

6.

A．made up

B．put forward

C．went through

D．turned down

7.

A．widened

B．clouded

C．narrowed

D．shut

8.

A．difference

B．source

C．meaning

D．feature

9.

A．defence

B．bet

C．story

D．claim

10.

A．scared

B．curious

C．confident

D．confused

11.

A．satisfy

B．challenge

C．block

D．expand

12.

A．right

B．positive

C．rigid

D．cautious

13.

A．dignity

B．commitment

C．failure

D．adjustment

14.

A．inspired

B．forced

C．forgave

D．seized

15.

A．but

B．simply

C．even

D．not

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Which course is the most popular according to the speaker?

A．The Study Skills course.

B．The Application Help course.

C．The Advanced Testing course.

2. How much will it cost to take all three courses?

A．$150.

B．$200.

C．$250.

3. What will people do to sign up for the deal?

A．Go to the Chicago office.

B．Fill out a form online.

C．Call an advisor.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the main feature of LearnEnglish courses?

A．The fun.

B．The low prices.

C．The flexibility.

2. What can the workbooks do?

A．Help choose a course.

B．Offer extra written work.

C．Guide the learners’ habits.

3. When will the staff member tell you how to get started?

A．As soon as you register.

B．After you pass a language test.

C．Before you take the taster lesson.

4. What is the talk mainly about?

A．Ways of learning English.

B．Special online courses.

C．Technology and English.

9 . How to Pick High School Classes

Many high school students want to know what courses (课程) to take to improve their chances for admission to highly competitive colleges.     1     Here is some advice to help you when you make these decisions.

    2     Students should take challenging classes. But they should balance their schedule with easier classes, too. Students can talk with their teachers about what courses will offer the appropriate challenge.

Don’t take classes for the wrong reasons. Students shouldn’t take a class just because their best friend is taking it or it’s a course they think they need to get into college. Students should focus on their strengths and make sure they have time to devote to studying. Parents shouldn’t set unrealistic expectations either.     3    

Do consider future plans when choosing high school classes. Students should first think through their career plans and whether they want to go to a four-year college, or straight to go to work after graduation.     4     While students don’t need to know exactly what they want to do after high school, the closer they can get to figure out their career path, the better prepared they will be.

Don’t neglect (忽视) to plan early. Students should become familiar with all the courses their school offers.     5     Students can also research what the basic requirements are for colleges they are interested in attending – something school counselors (咨询师) could help with.

It is wise to first consult your teachers and high school counselors on what courses are most appropriate for you at your high school. We hope that these suggestions help you.

A．Do talk with your teachers.

B．Do create a strict but balanced schedule.

C．It is important to consider future plans when choosing classes.

D．Otherwise, they may miss out on classes they want to take later.

E．Focus on where your kids fit academically and don’t add pressure.

F．Choosing classes may seem difficult at first and you may be at a loss for how to start.

G．By doing so, students can determine what high school classes will best prepare them for their future path.

10 . Who can apply?

Anyone is qualified to enroll in the Summer Semester, but please note some courses are only available to current students who are enrolled in a UQ degree.

Past applicants have included:

●current UQ students

●students from other universities, including international students

●professionals

●adults from a range of backgrounds

●high-school students

Which word can best describe the past applicants of Summer Semester?

A．Skilled.

B．Young.

C．Diverse.

D．Competent.