1 . Do you want to find some books to read? If so, here is a list of them.

Journeys of a Lifetime

Adapted from the favorite trips of National Geographic’s travel writers, Journeys of a Lifetime crosses the globe to highlight the world’s most famous and little-known destinations. It presents lots of possibilities, from ocean voyage around Antarctica to horse riding in the Andes. Every continent and every possible form of transport is covered.

Destinations of a Lifetime

Destinations of a Lifetime takes you on a photographic tour of the world’s most impressive destinations. Hundreds of the most amazing locations—both natural and man-made—are illustrated with vivid images taken by the world-class photographers. Destinations of a Lifetime includes all the information: when to go, where to eat, where to stay, and what to do to ensure the most interesting experience.

World’s Best Travel Experiences

Popular actor and award-winning travel writer Andrew McCarthy writes the foreword (序言) to this great book, offering 400 excellent destinations chosen by National Geographic’s family. It will appeal to active travelers looking for the next great trip as well as to the many readers who simply love dreaming of visiting faraway and peaceful destinations.

Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel

This collection of the 500 most unmissable sights and attractions in the world has been ranked by Lonely Planet’s global community, so big sights such as the Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal battle it out for a prized place in the top 10, making this the only list you’ll ever need.

1. Which book will offer readers the information about restaurants?

A．Journeys of a Lifetime.	B．Destinations of a Lifetime.
C．World’s Best Travel Experiences.	D．Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel.

2. What do the books have in common?

A．They offer impressive tourist information.

B．They recommend faraway locations.

C．They are included in National Geographic.

D．They introduce the same destinations.

3. In which part of a newspaper can the text be found?

A．Fashion.

B．Society.

C．Economy.

D．Literature.

2 . English history is vast, from its rule under the Romans to the rise, heights and fall of the British Empire. When choosing a book to recommend on my country’s history, I wanted something that could summanze this sweeping history but didn’t get stuck in the details of things that hold me back from completely engaging with this truly rich history. Then, I found Dominic Hnynes’ A Brief History of England.

The book is a tour through the whole of English history, from its earliest people to the movement of settlers from Europe. It looks at the Battle of Hastings in 1066, Elizabeth I’s ruling and the lasting impact of Shakespeare. Then it touches on the English Civil Wars and the shift of rule from kings and queens to the parliament(议会) running the country and the establishment of the political parties. It also covers the Napoleonic Wars and the world wars and even considers England’s post-Brexit (脱欧后的) present and future.

This really is quite the sweeping book. However, it’s very short. This means it’s easy to navigate and get a hold of a huge amount of history, but it also means it’s very light on the details. At times, this can be upset, as there are parts where it feels like just another paragraph or page would really elevate this book. But for an introduction to English history or perhaps a reminder or refresher, it’s great and particularly useful as it is likely to fill in some gaps in your knowledge.

Furthermore, because of the pace of the book, there’s not a boring moment. It’s a real page-turner, covering the succession(交替) of kings and queens, wars, and changes in the social order of the country at home and the country’s influence across the world.

One reviewer on Amazon described the book as “a small masterpiece”, and said. “This is a great book for anyone who wants to get a c-ash course in English history or for those who want a quick reference to that subject.”

So, jump in, dear readers, and get a hold of what made England what it was, what it went on to be, and where it may stand in our global future.

1. What is the main focus of Dominic Haynes’ A Brief History of England?

A．Detailed exploration of England’s political parties.

B．In-depth analysis of England’s post-Brexit policies.

C．An introduction to the British Empire’s rise and fall.

D．A brief overview of England’s historical shifts and events.

2. What is a weakness mentioned of the reviewer regarding the book?

A．Its pace is slow and upset.

B．It dives too deeply into political issues.

C．There’s a shortage of information on wars.

D．It lacks detailed information due to its shortness.

3. Which of following can best explain the underlined word “page-turner”?

A．A book that is exciting to read.	B．A book that is complicated.
C．A book that is easy to understand.	D．A book that has lots of pages to turn.

4. What is the main purpose of this text?

A．To call on people to know the UK’s history.

B．To recommend a book of the UK’s history.

C．To suggest ways to know the UK’s history.

D．To comment on the politics of the UK’s history.

3 . Borrowing Policies

The Henry G. Bennett Memorial Library provides materials and services to meet the information needs of graduate and undergraduate students, face-to-face and online learners as well as teachers and community members.

Borrowing for Students

General Collection: 21 days (fall and spring); 14 days (summer)

Curriculum Collection: 7 days (fall and spring); 7 days (summer)

Borrowing for Teachers

General Collection: 90 days (fall and spring); 90 days (summer)

Curriculum Collection: 90 days (fall and spring); 90 days (summer)

OK-Share Card

Any teachers or students of any OK-Share institution may use the collections of any OK-Share library on site. Upon completion of the OK-Share card application at their home library, teachers or students will be given an OK-Share card.

Services

OK-Share card borrowers are allowed two books in their possession at one time. Electronic tools may not be available to the OK-Share card borrowers.

Inform the library you use immediately if your card is lost or stolen. A $5.00 charge for a second OK-Share card must be paid to the lending library.

Books should be returned to the library where the library materials were borrowed. Materials returned by mail should be sent by first-class, insured mail. Materials sent by post office must be insured for at least $100.

Billing

The library is not responsible for informing borrowers that materials are overdue. OK-Share card borrowers are billed for fines for materials returned late.

1. What is the similarity for teachers and students to borrow materials?

A．They can keep them for 90 days anyway.

B．They all can borrow them in winter.

C．They can keep them in autumn for 14 days.

D．They can keep either general or curriculum collections.

2. Which is possible for OK-Share card borrowers?

A．Borrowing two books at a time.	B．Using necessary electronic tools.
C．Getting another card for free.	D．Getting materials mailed for free.

3. What will the library do if borrowers can’t return books on time?

A．Tell them the date in advance.

B．Punish them by fining them.

C．Forbid them to borrow books again.

D．Force them to hand in the OK-Share card.

5 . Here are the books that often appear on high-school reading lists for 12th-grade students, and are often discussed in greater depth in college literature courses. The books on this list are important introductions to world literature.

The Seagull

By Anton Chekhov

Price:$40.4

The book is a scene-of-life read set in the Russian countryside at the end of the 19th century. All characters are dissatisfied with their lives. Some want love. Some want success.No one, however, ever seems to get happiness. Some people view The Seagull as a tragic (悲剧的) play about always unhappy people. Others see it as a humorous and bitter book,making fun of humans’ foolishness.

Candide

By Voltaire

Price:$48.6

Voltaire offers his view of society in Candide. The book was published in 1759, and it is often considered the author’s most important work. A simple-minded young man, Candide is sure his world is the best of all worlds, but a trip around the world opens his eyes about what he believes to be true.

Jane Eyre

By Charlotte Bronte

Price:$128.6

Charlotte Bronte’s heroine was one of the first in English literature to serve as first-person narrator(讲述者) of her own life story. Jane falls in love with a rich man, Rochester,but on her own terms, and only after he has proven himself worthy of her.

The Bluest Eye

By Toni Morrison

Price:$28.6

It tells a story of Pecola Breedlove, a young African American girl who dreams of having blue eyes-a sign of acceptance in a world ruled by white conceptions of beauty.

1. What is special about The Seagull?

A．People have different ideas about it.

B．Characters in it are happy with their life.

C．All characters make their dreams true finally.

D．It tells the life in America at the end of the 19th century.

2. What changes Candide’s idea about a wonderful world?

A．The bad luck he met in life.	B．A book he read accidentally.
C．A journey around the world.	D．A dream he had at night.

3. Which would you choose if you want to read a girl dreaming of becoming beautiful?

A．The Seagull.	B．Candide.
C．Jane Eyre.	D．The Bluest Eye.

7 . I have a special place in my heart for libraries. I have for as long as I can remember. I was always an enthusiastic reader, sometimes reading up to three books a day as a child. Stories were like air to me and while other kids played ball or went to parties, I lived out adventures through the books I checked out from the library.

My first job was working at the Ukiah Library when I was 16 years old. It was a dream job and I did everything from shelving books to reading to the children for story time.

As I grew older and became a mother, the library took on a new place and an added meaning in my life. I had several children and books were our main source(来源) of entertainment. It was a big deal for us to load up and go to the local library, where my kids could pick out books to read or books they wanted me to read to them.

I always read, using different voices, as though I were acting out the stories with my voice and they loved it! It was a special time to bond with my children and it filled them with the wonderment of books.

Now, I see my children taking their children to the library and I love that the excitement of going to the library lives on from generation to generation.

As a novelist, I’ve found a new relationship with libraries. I encourage readers to go to their local library when they can’t afford to purchase a book. I see libraries as a safe haven(避风港) for readers and writers, a bridge that helps put together a reader with a book. Libraries, in their own way, help fight book piracy(盗版行为) and I think all writers should support libraries in a significant way when they can. Encourage readers to use the library. Share library announcements on your social media. Frequent them and talk about them when you can.

1. Which word best describes the authorˈs relationship with books as a child?

A．Cooperative.	B．Uneasy.
C．Inseparable.	D．Casual.

2. What does the underlined phrase “an added meaning” in paragraph 3 refer to?

A．Pleasure from working in the library.

B．Joy of reading passed on in the family.

C．Wonderment from acting out the stories.

D．A closer bond developed with the readers.

3. What does the author call on other writers to do?

A．Sponsor book fairs.	B．Write for social media.
C．Support libraries.	D．Purchase her novels.

8 . World Book and Copyright Day is celebrated on April 23. If you love to read, this April holiday may be perfect for you.     1    .

By Attending Special Events.

Local bookstores may hold events on this date, including literacy activities for children and reading.     2    . It’s also a chance to start a new tradition within your family. While larger bookstores may hold a variety of events, you can connect with independent booksellers to learn about their offerings. If they don’t have anything planned, you might just inspire them to host a special event.

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One celebrated aspect of World Book and Copyright Day is the role that libraries play in making books accessible and enjoyable for so many people around the world. Pay a visit to your local library on April 23, even if it isn’t hosting a special event. Spending the day on books, you can create your own special event.

By Reading.

    4     Check out a new book from your local library, purchase a book from a local bookstore, or just reread a favorite book you have at home. If you have a particularly busy day on April 23, reading a part of a book with your family can be a great way to end the day and to celebrate the holiday.

Reading is very important in human history.     5     You’re also supporting the work of writers who are devoted to the process of information and cultural exchange. Happy World Book and Copyright Day!

A．By lending books to your friends.

B．Here are three ways to celebrate the day.

C．When you read a book, you will become a part of the ongoing transfer of information and culture.

D．Perhaps the easiest way to celebrate World Book and Copyright Day is to read a book.

E．The holiday is a great opportunity to introduce the significance of books and reading to your child.

F．Read books on plants, and you will be knowledgeable about them.

G．By visiting the local library.

9 . Short stories for kids can provide them with a lot of fun and entertainment and also teach them the important values of life.

There are some popular short stories around the world. For example, The Ugly Duckling, written by Hans Christian Anderson, which is based on the change of an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan, is one of the most inspiring short stories for children. Then there is The Boy Who Cried Wolf, a classic Aesop’s fable which shows kids the importance of always telling the truth. Little Red Riding Hood, which is written by the Brothers Grimm, tells kids about a strong and brave girl called Little Red Riding Hood and how she fights with an evil wolf to save her grandmother. Here are some examples of different types of short stories.

Ghost stories can be really entertaining and most kids enjoy them. While telling such kinds of stories, you should raise and lower your voice properly and make expressions suitable to what is happening in the story.

Historical stories can help children understand the lives of great leaders and heroes of the past. This will not only help show useful values to children, but also help them perform better in the subject of history.

In stories related to nature, you would be describing famous rivers, mountains and seas. Tell kids what nature has given us and how we should protect it for our own good.

Short stories not only keep kids entertained, but they also help to develop their sense of imagination and creative way of thinking. You can also make up some short stories of your own and spend some quality time with your kids.

1. What can we learn from Paragraph 2?

A．The Boy Who Cried Wolf shows the importance of telling the truth.

B．Little Red Riding Hood is the most inspiring short stories.

C．The Ugly Duckling is written by the Brothers Grimm.

D．The Ugly Duckling tells us about a strong and brave girl.

2. What is the author’s attitude towards short stories?

A．Uninterested.

B．Disappointed.

C．Doubtful.

D．Supportive.

3. This passage is probably written for ______.

A．teachers

B．children

C．parents

D．students

4. How many types of short stories does the passage mention?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.

D．Six.