This is always a busy time of year, but please don’t forget to recycle as much as you can.
| Put in Your Recycling Bins: Cardboard — this includes all the boxes your presents came in but please remove any plastic packaging. Plastic bottles — all plastic bottles including fizzy drinks and cider bottles, as well as milk, shampoo, cleaning and washing-up liquid bottles. |
| Christmas trees can be recycled in your fortnightly Garden Waste Collection Service as long as they are small trees chopped into pieces no bigger than 3 inches or 75mm in diameter. For large trees please take them to your local Household Waste and Recycling Centers. Please note the Garden Waste Collection Service is suspended (暂停的) between Dec 26th and Jan 6th . |
| Glass bottles and jars — empty wine bottles can be taken to the bottle bank together with beer bottles and pickle (泡菜) jars. Clothes and shoes — for your old clothes, take them to your local clothing recycling bank. |
| Please Do NOT Place in Your Recycling Bins: Gift wrap — Christmas gift wrapping does not contain much paper. It is often layered with foil (箔纸) and plastic which can’t be recycled. Plastic carrier bags — please do not put your recyclables in these as it makes it difficult to sort the contents. Plastic packaging — Although plastic packaging may have symbols which suggest it can be recycled, it is made of different types of plastic and there are no cost-effective ways to recycle it at present. |
1.What should we do before putting the cardboard into recycling bins?
A.Cutting it into pieces. B.Collecting the gifts.
C.Taking off its plastic packages. D.Emptying the packages.
2.Why shouldn’t we put plastic packaging into recycling bins?
A.Because it is hard to sort the content.
B.Because it is made of different type of foil.
C.Because the symbols on it advise us not to do so.
D.Because cost-effective ways to recycle it haven’t been found.
3.What can we learn from the text?
A.The Christmas is the season for recycling.
B.Christmas trees must be kept for the future.
C.All the empty bottles can be put into the recycling bins.
D.There is a recycling center for the old clothes and shoes.
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It was “Disabilities Day at the Capitol ” and I was there, along with hundreds of Georgians, hoping to get the attention of our legislators (立法者). My thoughts ran back to the days when I was struggling to deal with my hearing loss learning, often dependent on others to help me hear. Now I stood under the gold dome of the Georgia Capitol, a member of the disabled community claiming the rights of people with disabilities.
After the rally (集会) I followed the crowd across the street to a free lunch. Although the crowd was huge, I managed to find a place to sit. I introduced myself to the young woman on my right, Kendall. However, with my hearing loss and her serious speech disorder, a conversation with her was next to impossible.
After a few moments, I realized that Kendall’s personal attendant (护工) was not present. I asked if anyone knew where she was and found out there had been a family situation and the attendant had to leave. “But,” I said, “who’s going to feed Kendall?” My thoughts were racing: someone had to help Kendall. In admitting her need I had to at once declare my responsibility to help.
Surprisingly, Kendall spoke clearly with her eyes. It was those eyes that spoke to me that day as we were waiting for lunch. I asked if I might serve her lunch. She nodded “Yes!” and her eyes said “Thank you!”
Helping Kendall that day shows an important belief of my life: We need each other. With or without a disability, it is our need for each other that makes us have a good life.
1.What’s the author’s purpose in attending “Disabilities Day at the Capitol”?
A.To defend the rights of the disabled. B.To have a free lunch with friends.
C.To deal with his hearing problem. D.To give support to the legislators.
2.Why couldn’t the author make a conversation with Kendall?
A.Because they were in a noisy crowd. B.Because they didn’t know each other.
C.Because they spoke different languages. D.Because they both had certain disabilities.
3.How did the author help Kendall?
A.By calling her family. B.By feeding her lunch.
C.By admitting her need. D.By finding her attendant.
4.What does the author intend to tell us through the text?
A.We need each other to live a good life.
B.We should support people with disabilities.
C.People with disabilities should help each other.
D.People with disabilities should learn to be independent.
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One of India’s longest and strongest heat waves in decades, with temperatures reaching 123°F (51° C) has killed at least 36 lives since it began in May, and the government has warned that the suffering might continue as the arrival of monsoon (季风) rains has been delayed.
India’s heat waves have grown particularly strong in the past decade, killing thousands of people and affecting an increasing number of states. This year, the extreme temperatures have struck large parts of northern and central India.
Anup Kumar Srivastava, an expert at India’s National Disaster Management Authority, said the number of Indian states hit by heat waves was expected to grow to 23 this year from 9 in 2015. He said, “This year, the number of heat wave days has also increased — and it’s not just day temperatures, night temperatures have also been high.” He added that the coming storms would bring down temperatures in some areas, but that heat waves might pick up again until the monsoon rains arrive.
India’s Meteorological Department warns that extreme heat brings a very high likelihood of developing heat illness and heat stroke in all ages. Medical authorities have canceled leaves for doctors at hospitals in Churu as the number of patients has soared. Schools in central India have remained closed.
In the capital, New Delhi, temperatures reached a record 118.4°F (45°C) on Monday, June 10. Clouds on Tuesday promised rain, but largely failed to deliver. Dust storms the next day lowered temperatures to around 100 °F (38°C).
Heat records around the world are more likely to be broken as average temperatures climb upward because of rising greenhouse gas emissions.
1.Why might India’s heat waves continue according to the government?
A.Because clouds have failed to gather.
B.Because there are fewer dust storms.
C.Because temperatures stay high day and night.
D.Because monsoon rains have come later than usual.
2.What does the underlined word “soared” in Paragraph 4 most probably mean?
A.Stayed low. B.Increased sharply.
C.Remained the same. D.Decreased slightly.
3.What was the weather of New Delhi most probably like on June 11th?
A.Dry. B.Cloudy. C.Rainy. D.Cool.
4.What’s the best title for the text?
A.India has Become the Hottest in History.
B.Heat Records Around the World Are Broken.
C.36 Died in India with Temperature Shooting up to 123°F.
D.Indian Government Took Measures to Handle Heat Waves.
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The days of dragging heavy luggage through an airport may be over thanks to a new robotic suitcase that follows its owner like a loyal dog.
Called Cowa Robot, the $650 carry-on suitcase moves on its own at a top speed of nearly 4.5mph and can find its way back to its owner within a distance of 164 feet.
To activate (启动) it, all the user has to do is press a hidden button in the handle and start walking — it will automatically keep up thanks to high-tech sensors in the case and a tracker bracelet (手环) worn by the traveler. High-tech sensors in the case and a bracelet make the Cowa Robot stays around 2 feet behind its owner.
Designed by a Shanghai-based startup, Cowa Robot was built with the latest in robotics to avoid objects in its path and actively look for its owner if it gets separated. The carry-on case has a built-in camera sensor to find its owner and it connects to a smartphone app via Bluetooth.
It follows at a 45-degree radius and can be programmed to follow a specific path, and it has a handle so it can be dragged when the airport is too crowded. The 10lb suitcase has four USB ports and a built-in battery that can charge a passenger’s mobile phone or tablet, and has a separate section for laptops or other devices. It is made from a sturdy German Bayer PC material to protect its contents and has a logo that lights up.
1.The suitcase will keep up with its owner because it is equipped with .
A.a handle and wheels B.sensors and a tracker bracelet
C.a mobile phone and a tablet D.a smartphone and a log
2.Where can’t the suitcase probably work well according to the text?
A.Inside an airport. B.In a station.
C.In a crowded place. D.In a noisy place.
3.What does the text probably come from?
A.A technology report. B.A guidebook.
C.An announcement. D.An advertisement.
4.What is the text mainly about?
A.A suitcase that travels fast.
B.A suitcase that looks like a dog.
C.A robotic suitcase that follows its owner.
D.A more expensive suitcase for travelers.
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As a student, it’s important to find a balance between your schoolwork and your social life. 1.
Create a time budget.
Budgeting your time can help you plan out your days. Drawing up a timetable based on upcoming events is a great way to spend each day. 2. Keep in mind that your time budget should allow for flexibility (灵活性). There is no way to guarantee (保证) that your homework will take exactly two hours.
3.
Many students choose to support themselves during their education. If you are working and studying at the same time, it can be difficult to find time for friends and socialization. 4. It can help you find a balance between school and socialization even if your time is very limited.
Take care of your health.
Poor health can make time spent either at school or with friends much less enjoyable. When you feel healthy and energized, you will be able to give your education and your friends your full attention. Get eight hours of sleep each night. Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, even on weekends. 5. All of these will help you avoid becoming ill.
Learning how to manage your time is not only useful throughout your education, it is also a valuable skill that you will need long after you earn your degree.
A.Balance your family life.
B.Find a social part-time job.
C.Eat a diet with all the food you need for good health.
D.A job that you enjoy attending will help you stay energetic.
E.Find a job that allows you to socialize with customers and co-workers.
F.In this article, you’ll discover a few helpful methods for time management.
G.It helps you spend enough time on both schoolwork and your family and friends.
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Scott loved his basketball team and always played hard for it. Last year, they had won the state finals. This year, they were finding things much ___________. Three _________ were left before the finals and Scott's team needed to _______ them all to go to the finals. They made two but near the _______ of the third game, they were behind by six points. Scott had also hurt his_______ when he fell on the court.
''Are you okay to _______?'' asked his coach. Scott looked at the injury on his knee.
''I'll be _______,'' he said.
Scott knew the _________ of his decision. He could hurt his knee even more. Or he could ___________ not to play. He knew that not playing might cause his team to________. As he rested before the final quarter, he decided to play through the pain. He________ that he was going to win this game for the team he________.
As the quarter began, he caught the ball after the other __________ made a mistake. He bounced the ball down the court and threw the ball into the basket. Scott ________ towards his coach. They were only four points behind now. Scott kept playing __________ during the final quarter. He __________ scored a three-point shot from the center of the court. With just two________ left, Scott's team was still one point behind. Scott was passed the ball by his teammate. He ____________ the pain in his knee and ran forward. He ____________ towards the end of the court. His feet left the ground. He sent his shot into the basket and earned his side two points. The final whistle (哨音) blew seconds after. Scott's________ decision had helped his team reach the finals.
1.A.cheaper B.easier C.faster D.harder
2.A.players B.games C.meetings D.weeks
3.A.challenge B.find C.change D.win
4.A.middle B.start C.end D.break
5.A.knee B.head C.hand D.foot
6.A.practice B.leave C.continue D.watch
7.A.proud B.slow C.honest D.fine
8.A.risks B.mistakes C.benefits D.reasons
9.A.imagine B.choose C.expect D.learn
10.A.worry B.argue C.stop D.lose
11.A.found B.agreed C.felt D.doubted
12.A.hated B.trained C.loved D.helped
13.A.friend B.team C.judge D.coach
14.A.smiled B.shouted C.cried D.returned
15.A.badly B.well C.slowly D.fast
16.A.never B.even C.always D.almost
17.A.teams B.quarters C.points D.minutes
18.A.ignored B.noticed C.remembered D.discovered
19.A.looked B.walked C.headed D.jumped
20.A.daring B.wrong C.careful D.foolish
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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。
删除：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 10 处，多者（从第 11 处起）不计分。
Thanks to China’s anti-poverty policy, great changes have been taken place in my hometown in the past decade, especial in the living conditions. Take my grandparents’ home in the countryside as a example. They used to live in a small house with little furniture, and now they have moved into a two-storied building with modern electric equipments. In the past, we had to ask someone to write to my parents to keep contact. But they each has a mobile phone now, that makes the communication more convenient. They even have learned to use WeChat talk to us. And they mostly drive out instead of walk or ride bicycles at times.
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假定你是李华，为促进中外文化交流，你校将于本周六晚为外国留学生举办“暖暖水饺情 (Making Dumplings, Being Families)” 活动。请给来自美国的留学生Lucy写一封电子邮件，邀请她参加此次活动。内容包括：
1. 写信的目的；
2. 活动安排；
3. 期待回复。
注意：
1. 词数 100 左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯。
Dear Lucy,
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
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