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Our Annual Cultural Events A Night in Rio We are proud to bring the energy and enthusiasm of Brazilian Carnival to Charlotte with A Night in Rio! Get a taste of Carnival through dancing, live music, authentic food, drinks and marketplace. Put on your green and yellow, and join us for the unforgettable experience of Brazilian Carnival! Date: Saturday, February 24, 2019 Location: Neighborhood Theatre, Charlotte Time: 7 PM TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLY AT THE DOOR Ritmo&Sabor We are thrilled to bring the annual celebration Ritmo&Sabor Festival! Featuring dance performances and FREE dance lessons and delicious, authentic Latin cuisine, this festival will be a fantastic celebration for the entire family to enjoy! Food and beer will be available for purchase. Come out to enjoy a great summer evening of Ritmo&Sabor! Date: Saturday July 2, 2019 Location: International & Cultural Center, Charlotte Time: 5-11 PM FREE ADMISSION Las Américas Join us in the annual celebration LAS AMÉRICAS! We display our history and identity of Latin America through musical performances, story-telling and poetry. Enjoy yourself with local artists, shop your way through a market of arts and crafts and join in some of the finest Latin American cuisine. Date: August 18, 2019 Location: Midwood International & Culture Center, Charlotte Time: 2-7 PM Admission is FREE. Latin American Festival Festival Latinoamericano returns for its 28th year, with musical artists and dance performances, a diverse authentic selection of Latin American food, visual artists, and a street festival environment with activities for the whole family. Location: Symphony Park at South Park Mall, Charlotte Date: Saturday Sept. 29 (1-8pm) Admission: $10; Children aged 8 & under are free. 【1】What does Ritmo&Sabor mainly provide? A.Music and visual art. B.Food and beer. C.Dance and poetry. D.Dance and food. 【2】Which event requires a ticket for a seven-year-old child? A.Las Américas. B.Ritmo&Sabor. C.A Night in Rio. D.Latin American Festival. 【3】The event in _________ is held in the first quarter of the year. A.Neighborhood Theatre B.International & Cultural Center C.Midwood International & Culture Center D.Symphony Park at South Park Mall |
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James Harrison has donated blood from his right arm, nearly every week for the past 60 years. The reason can date back a serious medical operation. At the age of 14, James Harrison had a major chest operation and he required 13 units (3.4 gallons) of blood afterwards. The blood donations saved his life, and he decided that once he turned 18, he would begin donating blood as regularly as he could. More than 60 years and almost 1,200 donations later, Harrison, whose blood contains an antibody (抗体) that has saved the lives of 2.4 million babies from miscarriages (流产), retired as a blood donor on May 11. Harrison’s blood is valuable because he naturally produces Rh-negative blood, which contains Rh-positive antibodies. His blood has been used to create anti-D in Australia since 1967. “Every bottle of Anti-D ever made in Australia has James’ in it,” Robyn Barlow, the Rh program director told the Sydney Morning Herald. “It’s an amazing thing. He has saved millions of babies. I cry just thinking about it.” Since then, Harrison has donated between 500 and 800 milliliters of blood almost every week. He’s made 1,162 donations from his right arm and 10 from his left. “I’d keep going if they let me,” Harrison told the Herald. His doctors said it was time to stop the donations — and they certainly don’t take them lightly. They had already extended the age limit for blood donations for him, and they’re cutting him off now to protect his health. He made his final donation surrounded by some of the mothers and babies who his blood helped save. Harrison’s retirement is a blow to the Rh treatment program in Australia. Only 160 donors support the program, and finding new donors has proven to be difficult. But Harrison’s retirement from giving blood doesn’t mean he’s completely out of the game. Scientists are collecting and cataloging his DNA to create a library of antibodies and white blood cells that could be the future of the anti-D program in Australia. 【1】What do we know about James Harrison? A.He is to retire as a blood donor. B.He saved 2.4 million poor people. C.He donates blood nearly every day. D.He is a very grateful blood donor. 【2】What is the author’s purpose of writing Paragraph 5? A.To describe how Harrison’s donations come to an end. B.To introduce some babies saved by Harrison’s blood. C.To state Harrison’s decision to continue donating blood. D.To praise Harrison for his cooperation with the doctors. 【3】What can we infer from the passage about Harrison? A.New donors are easy to find in a short time. B.He continues to contribute to the Rh program. C.His DNA is kept in a library for future study. D.After his retirement, the Rh program will fail. 【4】Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A.A Unique Man with a Rare Blood Type B.A Special Blood Type Donor to Retire C.The Man with the “Golden Arm” D.The Blood Saving Millions of Babies |
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It is called a mobility（移动性）system or wheelchair — and it can be seen at Tokyo Airport moving on its own. The mobility system seats one person and is able to find its way on its own without hitting anything. It has a pre-programmed path of about 600 meters at Tokyo’s Haneda International Airport. The ride lasts several minutes. It travels from the security area to the boarding gate at a speed of 3.5 kilometers per hour. But many people hope this type of technology can help in other places, such as hospitals or parks. The technology uses sensors and cameras to see a clear path and avoid hitting those walking toward it. The person on the machine can start or stop it through a simple controller. It runs on batteries and is programmed to return to where it started from when its passenger gets off. It was demonstrated on Monday by WHILL, the company behind the technology. WHILL Chief Executive Satoshi Sugie said robotics and self-driving technology reduce the need for a human at the wheel. They are especially useful in these difficult times when we are living with the coronavirus（冠状病毒）. “We are… developing our business in order to help restore a world where people can enjoy moving around with peace of mind,” Sugie said. The system is helping with social distancing while fighting the spread of the coronavirus. It also helps older passengers and those who need help walking the last few steps to the boarding gate. What’s more, it could help Japan free up labor. Japan, like many other nations, suffers from a labor shortage. The technology could free a worker to do another job. Tests have been carried out at several airports since last year, including John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. The company hopes to put it in airports around the world. 【1】What is special about the mobility system? A.It produces no pollution. B.It works by solar energy. C.It needs no help at the airport. D.It adjusts the speed to the path. 【2】What does Satoshi Sugie think of the wheelchair? A.It is useless to some people. B.It is well worth using widely. C.It needs to be further tested. D.It may not work well in other places. 【3】What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A.Various difficulties of boarding. B.New treatment for the coronavirus. C.The reasons for a labor shortage. D.The advantages of the mobility system. 【4】In which section of a magazine may this text appear? A.Science and technology.. B.Business and culture. C.Sports and music D.Geography and history. |
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The artificial lighting which lines the world’s coastlines could be having a significant effect on species that rely on the moon and stars to find food, new research suggests. Creatures such as the sand hopper orientate（确定方位）their nightly migrations based on the moon’s position and brightness of the natural night sky. However, a study by Bangor University and the University of Plymouth shows the presence of artificial light coming from cities several kilometres away (also known as artificial sky glow) disrupts the lunar compass they use when covering long distances. In some cases, this can lead to animals travelling towards the sea and away from food, while in others it reduces the chance of them risking out for food at all. Writing in Current Biology, researchers say this could throw a clear threat not just to the health of sand hopper populations (沙蚤种群)but also the wider ecosystem, since they play an important role in breaking down and recycling algae (海藻)washed up on coastlines. Dr. Thomas Davies, Lecturer in Marine Conservation at the University of Plymouth (UK), said, “Artificial sky glow is the most geographically widespread form of light pollution. Surveys have shown it can currently be detected above 23% of the world’s coasts nightly, and with coastal human populations set to at least double by 2060, its effects are only going to increase. Our results show it is already having obvious effects on biological processes that are guided by celestial（天上的）light signals.” Through the study, researchers find increasing proofs that light pollution from coastal cities can influence marine species inhabiting nearby beaches, rocky shores and even the seafloor. These results highlight how massive city lighting could be in shaping the ecology of coastlines kilometres distant from their nearest urban centres. They also highlight the potential for artificial sky glow to affect other species that undergo migrations using the moon as a compass. “While our understanding of the effect of street lights on nature has improved greatly, artificial sky glow has been largely overlooked. More work is urgently needed to fully understand the degree to which it is shaping the natural environment.” Dr. Thomas. 【1】Which of the following could best replace “disrupts” in paragraph 2? A.disturbs B.makes C.unites D.replaces 【2】What does Dr. Thomas Davies express in paragraph 4? A.Light pollution is more serious in coastal cities. B.Artificial light has been widely used in the world. C.Artificial light is of great use to animals’ migrations. D.Light pollution caused by artificial sky glow is on the rise. 【3】What have researchers found about light pollution? A.It is the main pollution in cities. B.It shapes the ecology of the ocean. C.It has a great effect on surroundings. D.It affects the migrations of sea creatures. 【4】What does Dr. Thomas Davies think of the study of artificial sky glow? A.It is useless. B.It is quite necessary. C.It is doubtful. D.It is challenging. |
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The real test of our manners comes when we are dealing with our most embarrassing moments. Here are some tips on how to handle them with grace. You ruin a surprise. A baby shower or an anniversary trip meets your big mouth. Now the secret has been given away and you feel awful. Don’t lie. Making up another story to cover your loose lips means you have to keep on with it. 【1】 “Oh, they haven’t mentioned a party to you?” That said, if the deed is done and there’s no way to make it up, accept responsibility and apologize. You break wind (放屁)in public. Despite efforts to contain it, you let one out. 【2】If it’s obvious you are the offender, a simple “pardon me” is enough. No one is interested in a detailed explanation of what you had for lunch. If the source is unclear, you might want to just let it in the air. There’s no need to draw attention to an awkward situation if you don’t have to. 【3】 Imagine if you went in for a cheek kiss? It could have been worse, but still … awkward. If it happens, the best you can do is just handle it well. 【4】 Bear in mind that eye contact with smile is the cure for everything. You say, “Congratulations! When are you due?” And she’s not pregnant. This ranks as one of the worst unintentional offence you can say to a woman. Your next move should be saying you’re sorry. Be sincere about your apology, and most importantly, move on. 【5】 A.You forgot someone’s name. B.Look the person in the eye, smile. C.You try a hug but meet a handshake. D.This lets the people know you do remember them. E.Instead, try to reintroduce a little question. F.Whether you take ownership depends on the situation. G.Continuing to apologize or talking on and on about it only makes it worse. |
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Yassin Terou owns a restaurant in downtown Knoxville. One morning, he _______ early, only to find someone had attempted to rob his shop. A rock was _______ thrown through the window and broken pieces were seen everywhere. But since the food is made _______ each morning and the cash registers are _______ every night, the thief went away empty-handed. After realizing the person who broke in was probably _______ in some way, Yassin, instead of being _______, put up a sign that read “If you are hungry or need emergency money, just _______ till we open! We are more than happy to _______ you when we are open!” Sounds unbelievable, right? But to people who know Yassin, it is not _______ at all. When he first arrived in the U.S. as a refugee （难民）, he struggled to find his__________ because of discrimination. But he quickly discovered the best way to fight the __________he felt was to be loving. With the help of local community （社区）,Yassin __________ a restaurant. He welcomes everyone into his restaurant, regardless of their __________. He knows and greets hundreds of __________ by name daily, and the relaxed and __________ atmosphere makes visiting feel like seeing family. At one point, Yassin was accused of “stealing __________ from Americans” by someone who was laid off. Despite the fact that he is a __________ citizen of this country and that he should just have ignored him, he calmly offered to __________ the man who charged him. Yassin’s restaurant was __________ with the title of “Nicest Place of America” by Reader s Digest in 2018. His success comes from the kindness, love and __________ he shows in everything he does. And of course, the food is delicious too! 【1】A.dropped in B.slipped away C.showed up D.moved out 【2】A.apparently B.carelessly C.casually D.narrowly 【3】A.delicious B.fresh C.attractive D.healthy 【4】A.checked B.cleaned C.removed D.emptied 【5】A.hiding B.compromising C.suffering D.cheating 【6】A.disappointed B.annoyed C.relieved D.delighted 【7】A.wait B.continue C.escape D.search 【8】A.forgive B.accompany C.treat D.help 【9】A.satisfying B.amusing C.surprising D.challenging 【10】A.place B.strength C.interest D.style 【11】A.sympathy B.hate C.loneliness D.anxiety 【12】A.inspected B.visited C.decorated D.started 【13】A.appearances B.ages C.differences D.characters 【14】A.residents B.customers C.tourists D.neighbours 【15】A.friendly B.informal C.traditional D.quiet 【16】A.money B.food C.dreams D.jobs 【17】A.foreign B.legal C.former D.wealthy 【18】A.promote B.understand C.employ D.praise 【19】A.presented B.associated C.equipped D.covered 【20】A.courage B.enthusiasm C.confidence D.acceptance |
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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。 In advance of the Allied landings at Normandy, the British planned the aerial bombing of the Amiens Prison in northwest France. On February 18, 1944, 18 of the legendary Mosquito fighter-bombers (蚊式轰炸机) carried out the plan 【1】 (free) the 700 French Resistance members 【2】 (lock) up there. The weather that day was so bad that one of the pilots thought 【3】 a tough task it was . However, the group still 【4】 (fly) across the English Channel at just 15 meters above the waves, though five had to turn back due to radio and engine problems. Now down to 13 planes, Group Captain Charles Pickard carried on 【5】 the raid. At 12:01 pm, the bombers attacked the prison wall to allow the prisoners 【6】 route of escape. They went on to destroy the blocks where German officers were standing guard, many of 【7】 were killed or wounded. Two Mosquitos also attacked the nearby train station, 【8】 (buy) the prisoners time while the German soldiers were distracted. Only two aircraft were lost in the attack. While 258 prisoners escaped, 102 【9】 (kill) in the raid and another 155 were caught and kept as prisoners. Even today the sheer skill and courage shown by the Mosquito pilots are considered to be 【10】 (true) admirable. |
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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。每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：把多余的词用斜线（＼）划掉。 修改：在错词下划一横线，并在该词的下面写出修改后的词。 注意：1. 每处错误及修改均仅限一词； 2. 只允许修改10 处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。 This weekend, I watched a film naming Dangal, which tells the story of a father and his two daughters. After that the father finds the girls have a gift for wrestling, he trains them hardly. People can't understand him, because they think wrestling is for men only. So the father ignores their strange look. Finally, when the elder sister wins an international match and realize her father's dream, exciting tears run down her cheeks. Her achievement encourages more India girls to learn wrestling. The film was great and I deeply moved by the love the father shows his daughters. I think it is worth seeing the second time. |
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成年仪式在即，当你回首过往，一定有那么一些出现在你生活中的人或事，给你带来深远的影响。请以此为主题写一篇讲演稿，准备在学校成年仪式典礼上对全校师生发表讲演。 要点： 1 简要介绍这个人或事。 2 你从中学到了什么或对你产生了什么影响。 注意事项: ♦ 文中不能出现真实姓名或学校信息 1.词数120左右。 2.短文必须包括所有要点，可适当发挥，使短文连贯、通顺。 |
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