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New Scientist Discovery Tour Amazing science-inspired tours across the globe with experts on board and in the company of fellow travelers who enjoy the discovery of science Space: Past and Future: USA 14 days for £4.799 Departing 6th May and 14th September 2020 Follow the USA's footsteps in exploring space with this comprehensive tour of NASA's space centers and other key sites, including the Very Large Array in attractive New Mexico. Plus, visit the world's first commercial spaceport with leading researchers. The Science of the Renaissance（文艺复兴）: Italy 7days for £1,825 Departing 3rd March and 3rd November 2020 Embark on a cultural adventure to the great science cities of Florence and Bologna, as architecture expert Andrew Spira and science historian Professor David Wootton guide you through the great discoveries and minds of the Renaissance. Land of Fire and Ice: Iceland 8 days for £2,249 Departing 31st October and 7th November2020 Marvel at erupting geysers（喷泉）, glaciers and waterfalls on a trip of volcanic and geological（地质的）adventure. Joined by volcanologist Tamsin Mather, discover the best of Iceland with a chance to see the Aurora Borealis. Tiger Conservation Safari: India 9 days for £3,850 Departing 10th April 2021 Involve yourself in jungle life in the search for the Bengal tiger. Learn how to protect the rich wildlife you encounter at India's reserves, complete with a masterclass in tracking and stay in a cozy lodge（小屋）. 【1】Which tour is scheduled in May? A.Space: Past and Future: USA B.The Science of the Renaissance: Italy C.Land of Fire and Ice: Iceland D.Tiger Conservation Safari: India 【2】How much will it cost if you are interested in Florence? A.£4,799. B.£1,825. C.£2,249. D.£3,850. 【3】What can tourists do during the Iceland tour? A.Explore space with researchers. B.See geysers，glaciers and waterfalls. C.Discover the culture of the Renaissance. D.Learn about protecting wildlife while travelling. |
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Bria Neff, age 12, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, has been named a winner of the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes. Each year, the Barron Prize celebrates 25 uplifting, socially concerned young people from across the U.S. and Canada who have made a huge positive difference to people and the environment. Bria founded “Faces of the Endangered” to protect endangered species through the sale of her artwork. She has sold over 250 paintings of endangered animals and given away more than $34, 000 to animal conservation (保护) groups. Bria has also published two educational coloring books; income helps support the zoo’s endangered species. She uses her website and Facebook page to present the challenges facing endangered animals, inspiring followers in 48 countries. Bria began her work as an 8-year-old, when she won an art competition hosted by the International Fund for Animal Welfare. She was shocked to learn there are over 3,000 endangered species and decided to combine her enthusiasm for painting with her love of animals to show species in danger of extinction. She carefully researches each animal before painting it. “I hope I can inspire kids like me to believe they can do great things,” says Bria. The Barron Prize was founded in 2001 by author T.A. Barron and was named after his mother, Gloria Barron. Each year’s 25 Barron Prize young heroes show the great diversity of America. They are female and male, and from various backgrounds. Many of them have focused on helping their communities and fellow beings; many others have focused on protecting the environment. “We need our heroes today more than ever. That is the purpose of the Gloria Barron Prize: to shine a spotlight (聚光灯) on these amazing young people so that their stories will inspire others,” says Barron. 【1】Which of the following best describes Bria Neff? A.Inspiring and responsible. B.Honest and reliable. C.Brave and hard-working. D.Smart and patient. 【2】What was the reason for Bria Neff ’s publishing two coloring books? A.To show her gift for painting. B.To help endangered animals. C.To honor extinct species. D.To make herself a hero. 【3】What can be learned about the Barron Prize? A.It was intended for all Americans. B.It was named after a famous writer. C.It concentrates on the education for young kids. D.It encourages the young to make a difference to the world. 【4】Where is this text most likely from? A.A research paper. B.A public speech. C.A news report. D.A history book. |
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In the near future, IOT （Internet of Things） will drive huge innovation （革新）in the way our food is grown. Plants will have a "voice"， not a human voice, but a voice based on data that can tell people, computers, and machines when, for example, they are thirsty, or need more sun, medicine, etc. Take vertical （垂直的）farms, for example. Farming is moving indoors where the growth of plants can be monitored and controlled. The facilities are built vertically, so growing areas can be put in piles. This greatly reduces the amount of land needed for farming. From an IOT point of view, vertical farms are connected in two ways. First, small sensors （传 感器）in the soil or connected to plants tell a control system exactly how much light, water, and nutrients are needed to grow the healthiest crops. Sensors will also tell vertical fanners when crops are nearing their peak for harvesting at just the right time to make sure it's still fresh when it reaches its final destination. Second , vertical farms will be connected to other networks and information systems, including databases that track local demand. For example local restaurants may input when they need fresh food supplies. And vertical farmers could get that information so they know which crops to grow in what quantities. This type of IOT system would have been unimaginable a generation ago. Today, vertical farms are being experimented. Yet, the numbers point to a bright future for the industry especially as the world's population continues to grow. For example, Green Sense Farms in Chicago is able to harvest crops 26 times a year using 85 percent less energy, one-tenth the water, and no pesticides. A side benefit of lower energy use is lower C02 output of two tons per month, with the added benefit of creating 46 pounds of oxygen every day. 【1】What is the main idea of the text? A.Voice machines help plants speak up. B.Farmers are all turning to vertical farming. C.IOT has brought great innovation to our future life. D.Vertical farms driven by IOT are a future for agriculture. 【2】How do sensors attached to plants work? A.By recording farmers harvesting crops. B.By monitoring farmers working in their fields. C.By analyzing information to preserve crops. D.By passing information on to a control system. 【3】What can the IOT system help to do according to Paragraph 4? A.Expand the output of crops. B.Match supply with demand. C.Determine the needs of farmers. D.Move restaurants onto farms. 【4】What is the author's attitude towards the future of vertical farming? A.Negative. B.Unconcerned. C.Hopeful. D.Doubtful. |
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People speak English in different parts of the world. The same words can be used in different ways, depending on where you live. People can also have completely different ways of saying the same thing. The Oxford English Dictionary(OED) is asking the public to help it add new words. Editors want to find the regional differences in English around the world. They want to expand its record of the language. Last year, the OED, BBC Radio and the Forward Arts Foundation teamed up to find local words in the United Kingdom. It resulted in more than 100 regional words and phrases being added to the dictionary. One was “cuddy winter”, which means a left-handed person. Now, the OED is widening its search to English speakers around the world. Eleanor Maier, an editor at OED, said the response has been great. Editors are listing a bunch of suggestions to include in the dictionary. These include Hawaii's “hammajang” which means “in a disorderly state”. Another is the word for a swimming costume, " lookers" or “duckers”. It is used in Scotland. The OED also might include the word “ frog-drowner” , which Americans might use to describe a downpour of rain. Another possibility is “brick”. It means “very cold” to people in New Jersey and New York City. The dictionary has already found that, depending on location, a picture hanging off center might be described as “agley”. It might also be called “catawampous” or “ahoo”. “The OED aims to cover all types of English,” Maier said. That includes scientific words, slang and regional language. Maier also said that it can be difficult for the OED's editors to identify regional words. The terms are more often spoken than written down. The appeal is called Words Where You Are. It is looking for more suggestions. “We were surprised and pleased by the number of regional words we were able to include,” said Maier. 【1】"Cold" is closest in meaning to . A.hammajang B.dockers C.brick D.ahoo 【2】Which local word of the following is most likely from regions of the United Kingdom? A.agley B.frog-drowner C.cuddy winter D.brick 【3】What can be inferred from the passage? A.It is challenging to create a complete collection of regional words. B.People pay little attention to the appeal for regional words. C.People use regional words only when they are home or with close friends. D.Having an understanding of regional words can be helpful when communicating. 【4】Which of the following can best summarize the main idea of the passage? A.It's time to trace the source of local words. B.The same English words can be used to say different things. C.Oxford Dictionary aims to enlarge its collection to appeal to locals. D.Oxford Dictionary will include more regional words from around the globe. |
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Exercise and immunity (免疫) Battling another cough or cold? 【1】 You may feel better if you take a daily walk or follow a simple exercise routine a few times a week. Information Exercise helps decrease your chances of developing heart disease. 【2】 We do not know exactly if or how exercise increases your immunity to certain illnesses. Exercise slows down the release of stress hormones.【3】 Lower stress hormones may protect against illness. Exercise is good for you. 【4】 People who already exercise should not exercise more just to increase their immunity. Heavy, long - term exercise ( such as marathon running and intense gym training) could actually cause harm. Studies have shown that people who follow a(n) moderately energetic lifestyle, benefit most from starting ( and sticking to) an exercise program. A moderate program can consist： Bicycling with your children a few times a week 【5】 Going to the gym every other day Playing golf regularly Exercise makes you feel healthier and more energetic. It can help you feel better about yourself. So go ahead, take that aerobics class or go for that walk. You will feel better and healthier for it. A.Taking daily 20 to 30 minute walks. B.However, you should not overdo it. C.It also keeps your bones healthy and strong. D.Exercise causes change in antibodies and white blood cells （ WBC）. E.Feeling tired all the time? F.Do you want to give it a try? G.Some stress increases the chance of illness. |
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Those working for the poor and the physically-challenged might be inspired by a 72-year-old British famous woman doctor Rachel Pinniger. She has _______ 40 years to training primary doctors and _______ patients in undeveloped areas of Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet of China. Many patients there made a _______ by making traditional products. They could _______ pay those for medical fees, but for Rachel that was enough. In 2012 Rachel _______ from cancer. But whether it would be cured _______ or not, she decided to help the patients _______ being poor and live better. To further her _______ in China, Rachel, in 2013 , _______ her Blue Sheep Shop in Chengdu. “I named the shop Blue Sheep ________ a blue sheep. The first time I was going to Tibet, a beautiful sheep jumped down from a hill and ________ me and my friends with its horns （角）. Seeing this, I happily ________ to him! It turned out that the sheep wanted us to stay. "She said. The shop offers a wide range of handmade ethnic （民族的） ________ . Although small, it has ________ 600 or more poor families living in rural areas. All the goods in the shop were made by the hands of those healthy and ________. However, other people ________ it was much too risky （冒险的）. Thus she never asked anybody else to ________ money in it. "I'm well aware of the fact that it may ________ but I' m happy to ________ at least,” said Rachel. As is always her ________, "One person may not change the world, but we all can change the world for one person.” 【1】A.moved B.led C.replied D.devoted 【2】A.believing B.watching C.treating D.searching 【3】A.difference B.living C.wish D.deal 【4】A.only B.ever C.never D.seldom 【5】A.resulted B.suffered C.recovered D.died 【6】A.completely B.partly C.mainly D.mostly 【7】A.delay B.consider C.escape D.enjoy 【8】A.efforts B.fame C.rewards D.congratulations 【9】A.shared B.opened C.closed D.helped 【10】A.in hope of B.in charge of C.in need of D.in memory of 【11】A.welcomed B.frightened C.greeted D.stopped 【12】A.pointed B.turned C.chatted D.refused 【13】A.goods B.groups C.belongings D.gifts 【14】A.held B.provided C.surprised D.benefited 【15】A.relaxed B.satisfied C.disabled D.pleased 【16】A.practiced B.thought C.explained D.expected 【17】A.find B.borrow C.draw D.put 【18】A.win B.fail C.increase D.earn 【19】A.try B.gain C.succeed D.lose 【20】A.friend B.enemy C.motto D.warning |
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阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been around for generations and centuries. In the olden days, people had to use natural resources that they found 【1】 (cure) sickness and diseases. Technology wasn't as 【2】 (develop) as it is today. Therefore, natural remedies (疗法) are the trusted and 【3】 (rely) source of medication (药物). Although the knowledge and education of TCM are declining, Chinese medicines are still around, and some remain the top few 【4】 (choice) of people till today. It 【5】 (say) that TCM goes to the root of the illness as compared to western medicine, where they medicate to relieve sickness and conditions instead. This contains the study of body energy, 【6】 refers to the yin and yang and aims to bring balance to the body's natural hormones. In Singapore there’s no better place to find Chinese medicines 【7】 in Chinatown- a colorful and lively place, rich 【8】 Chinese culture and history. Today, locals and tourists visit Chinatown to immerse themselves in the Chinese culture. Besides, to treat their heath conditions, people, 【9】 (particular) the older generation, visit medical halls in Chinatown to buy Chinese medicines instead of 【10】 (visit) General Practitioners. Some of the halls are still around even after rapid changes and new developments in Singapore. |
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假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中 共有10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处。错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。 增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧ )，并在其下面写出该加的词。 删除:把多余的词用(\)划掉。 修改:在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。 注意:1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词； 2.只允许修改1。处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。 With time pass by, I will be 18 years old. In other words, I will be a adult. What I want to express most is certainly my appreciate. First of all, I must thank for my parents, with whose care and love I have grown up happily . What's more, I am quite gratefully to the dear teachers I had ever met. It is the teachers have taught me what should be done. Last but not least, having such many lovely friends makes my life quite meaningful. It helps you realize the importance of sharing happiness and sorrow to others. I am sure that I will be better with the love given by others. |
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假设你是李华。你的两位朋友Tom与 Peter几天前产生了误会。Tom的生日即将来临, Peter想送他一个礼物来缓和关系，修复友情，特地发来邮件寻求你的建议。请你根据以下要点给Peter回一封邮件。 1、礼物选择；2、你的理由；3、其他建议。 注意：1.词数100左右。2.开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。 Dear Peter, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua |
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