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Are you expecting a journey with adventure and growth? Choose from the following unique trips and find the perfect journey for exploration and self-discovery.
Boots and Paddle Adventure
July 8— July 21
$3,800 per person
This experience will begin with backpacking in Yellowstone National Park and finish with whitewater rafting on the Alberton Gorge. There will be high-spirited challenges that will require participants to work collectively. These challenges will bring daily laughter, as well as help teens know themselves better.
River and Rocks Adventure
June 27— July 6
$3,200 per person
Teenagers will paddle a scenic stretch of flat water following the rolling desert hills of eastern Utah into the depths of Labyrinth Canyon. The friendly waterways will promote skill-building and teamwork. Red cliffs, desert sunsets, and warm days await a memorable experience.
Canoe Expedition
April 16— April 22
S2,575 per person/$4,900 a couple
This is a journey for primary caregivers of children and teens. It will assist you refresh yourself in finding a sense of peace that only nature can provide. Imagine that you float down a river and unplugged, looking up at the stars as the crackling fire warms you at night. The empty spaces within you will be full of hope, love, and support.
Hybrid Adventure
October 12— October 17
$3,250 per person
On this women's only retreat, you will paddle the lazy Colorado River, explore hot springs and natural sauna caves, and have one night of shoreline camping. From there, you transition onto land, enjoying a beginner-friendly guided rock climb. This trip is sure to recharge your inner battery to return home with strength.
(1)、Which trip takes the longest time?A、Boots and Paddle Adventure. B、River and Rocks Adventure. C、Canoe Expedition. D、Hybrid Adventure.(2)、What can participants do in Canoe Expedition?A、Care for children. B、Enjoy natural peace. C、Create empty spaces. D、Identify different stars.(3)、What do the four trips have in common?A、They are intended for teens. B、They offer outdoor camping. C、They involve water activities. D、They are aimed at skill-building. -
2、 短文续写
I was eight years old and unaware of all the arrangements being made for our journey as a family from Toowoomba to London in 1950. My mother had been told that she would never walk again without callipers(金属支架), and wished to visit specialists in London.
The day before we boarded the ship SS Orion, Father waved a tearful goodbye to his five-year-old red heeler (Australian cattle dog), Spider, who was loved by us all. Father' s friend Sandy had been getting to know Spider for many weeks, as Sandy was to be his guardian while we were overseas. We didn' t know how long my mother' s treatment would take or how long we would be away.
Six weeks later, a blue air letter arrived from Sandy, giving my father the news that Spider had run away just two weeks after we had sailed. I will always remember my father's face darkening and tears welling up as he read this news. My mother and I tried to comfort and relieve him, knowing in our hearts how useless this was. Our excitement at finally arriving in England quickly faded away.
Sandy had advertised constantly on ABC radio and other regional newspapers. Despite many"sightings", the dog was never found. It seemed Spider just kept running and searching for us. As he was a red heeler, almost yellow in colour, my father thought he would be shot or dingo-trapped, because of his appearance. But our family thought that Father held a secret hope that Spider was still alive.
We sailed back to Australia two years later. My father immediately began his own search for Spider. He received a large number of incoming calls by the people who had said they had seen his dog. Many false calls and sightings meant that a huge cloud of disappointment hung over our household. My mother was fed up with all this and impatient for my father to accept the fact. The dog was gone — possibly shot or dead from starvation and tiredness.
注意:1.续写词数应为150个左右;2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
One cold winter morning, my father had a call from an old lady 375 kilometers away.
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My father didn't give up.
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3、 假定你是李华,你的英国朋友 Peter很想了解你未来的职业选择。请你给他写封邮件,谈谈你的打算。内容包括:
1.你未来将选择的职业;
2.你打算如何在该岗位上服务社会。
注意:
1.词数80左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Peter,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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4、 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。
Beijing declared the launch of Shenzhou 19"a complete success"— it was one of China's 100(launch) for space exploration planned in 2024.
The departure ceremony for the astronaut crew (hold) at the Jiuquan Satellite launch centre in Gansu on October 30, 2024. That day, hundreds of people lined the streets, (cheer) the names of the Taikonauts, China' s word for astronauts, as they were about to set off. Many people gathered in the dark after midnight to wave flags and (colour) lights as the Taikonauts made (they) last few steps on Earth before heading to the launch site. At 4:27 am, the rocket flew up into the sky.
The pilot of this mission, Cai Xuzhe, is an old hand but this time he's travelling a new generation of Chinese-trained taikonauts born in the 1990s — including China' s first female space engineer, Wang Haoze. "These two youngsters' energy (make) me feel younger and even more confident since we worked together," he told the gathered media ahead of take-off. Song Lingdong is youngest of this three-person crew. He recalled watching one of China's first space station missions as a 13-year-old boy with"excitement and awe". He made up his mind (become)a pilot hoping that this was he could serve his country.
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5、 阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
"HMM....," Michel Armus said to himself. He'd just set foot into the Bank of the West in Woodland, and felt the 1 . "Something' s not right."2 , whenever Armus visited, he would be greeted by the clerks. But today, none of the clerks3 him. As Armus approached the clerk windows, he saw the three employees had similar4 looks.
Armus looked to his left and noticed a man at another window with his T-shirt5 up to partially cover his face. This is a robbery (抢劫), thought Armus. He heard the man say, "I don' t want to 6 anybody." Minutes earlier, the man had passed a note to the clerk demanding 7 and saying he had a gun. Armus looked again and the man's shirt had dropped a bit,8 more of his face.
"I' ve seen this guy!" He 9 the would-be robber as someone he' d passed several times on a street corner where the man raised a sign for help. Armus had great 10 for him and a thought 11 into his head:"Maybe I can help."
He walked over to the man and 12 asked, "What's wrong? Need help?" Shocked, the man looked at Armus. After a while, with tears 13 , he said , "There is nothing in this town for me! I just want to go to prison. Let the cops arrest me."
Armus knew he should get the man out of the bank. Surprising everyone, he put his arm around the man and said, "Let' s go outside and talk about this."14 , the man agreed instead of refusing.
It turned out that the man, named Eduardo Plasencia, who was eventually charged with 15 robbery, never had a gun. But Armus didn' t know that. Armus said, "I felt Eduardo' s pain and I just wanted to help."
(1)A 、 tension B 、 warmth C 、comfort D 、 relief(2)A 、 Hopefully B 、 Hardly C 、 Instantly D 、 Normally(3)A 、 acknowledged B 、committed C 、 organized D 、 ignored(4)A 、 satisfied B 、 surprised C 、 worried D 、 relaxed(5)A 、 picked B 、 pulled C 、 put D 、 made(6)A 、 hurt B 、 support C 、 reject D 、 interrupt(7)A 、 treatment B 、 protection C 、 food D 、 cash(8)A 、 removing B 、 recovering C 、 exposing D 、 hiding(9)A 、 described B 、 recognized C 、 expected D 、 analyzed(10)A 、 admiration B 、 sympathy C 、 affection D 、 respect(11)A 、 scanned B 、 changed C 、 jumped D 、 faded(12)A 、 excitedly B 、 calmly C 、 tiredly D 、 annoyedly(13)A 、 streaming down B 、coming across C 、 giving away D 、 turning in(14)A 、Anxiously B 、 Eagerly C 、 Naturally D 、 Unexpectedly(15)A 、 aimed B 、 attempted C 、 determined D 、 abandoned -
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Hiking Has All the Benefits of Walking and More
Hiking, a form of exercise older than exercise itself, is so hot right now. People like hiking because of
the cardiovascular(心血管的) benefits of walking, but the irregular ground does more to strengthen the leg and core muscles, which in turn boosts balance and stability. . For example, it offers freedom and vision. A good start in hiking can make twice the result with half the effort. But how do you get started? Here are some good ways you can follow.
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If you're relatively active, you're probably already working out just by going for walks every day. It can be as simple as heading out the door and walking for 40 minutes to an hour to build up strength and endurance. Walking up hills or taking the stairs instead of an elevator also works well.
●Finding routes
Picking the right route can be the difference between a pleasant workout and a miserable slog(跋涉).
Thankfully, experts and regular hikers mark routes in colors based on difficulty on the internet. . When choosing a hike, use the information to see whether the uphills are gradual or harder to hike.
● Packing the right equipment
Every hiker should bring the 10 essentials, which include food and drink, first aid supplies, a map and compass and rain tools. All are inside a supportive backpack with thick shoulder straps and a waist belt. . Actually, you don't need to invest in special hiking shoes. You do need to have shoes that offer stability and protection.
● Staying safe
Hiking does carry some risks, but taking a few simple safety measures can help to ensure you get back safe and sound. If you're a new hiker, go with a friend or a local group. .
Finally, to avoid injury, don't push yourself too hard. Remember: The point is to be able to see the views and smell the flowers.
A. Training daily;
B. Making investments
C. But the most essential one is footwear
D. It generally burns more calories than walking
E. Make a habit of telling at least one person where you' ll be
F. Some apps allow you to download the copies of these marked maps
G. Exploring the great outdoors through hiking can also offer a host of mental benefits
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Meta Platforms, formerly known as Facebook, is expected to preview its latest pair of tech-enabled glasses at its annual developer and hardware conference. Mark Zuckerberg, Meta Platforms' CEO, once announced virtual-reality headsets as the next big thing. It turns out people may want something simpler: sunglasses with a camera.
Meta' s Ray-Ban smart glasses are gaining popularity among consumers, who say they like using them to take photos for their friends and family as well as to create content for social media. The excitement comes when interest in the metaverse ( 虚 拟 世 界), an online world accessed via virtual-reality headsets, remains silent.
The second version of Meta' s smart glasses — which are equipped with a camera, microphones and artificial intelligence — went on sale in October 2023. Zuckerberg said demand has been higher than expected. Meta has shipped more than 700,000 pairs, according to data provider IDC. Shipments more than doubled from the first to second quarter this year.
Christopher Söderberg, a consultant for online influencers who lives in Stockholm, bought the smart glasses in May. He said they helped him kick-start his own influencer career. He can film the videos himself smoothly and walk up to people in a way that is less disturbing or annoying while still letting them know he' s recording. To record with the glasses, Meta Ray-Ban users press a button to start a 30-second,60-second or three-minute video. Söderberg said, "It's a game changer."
Meta is hoping people will come to enjoy the AI features. The company said it redesigned the second-generation glasses from the ground up, improving the audio and camera capabilities and also adding the AI tools.
Beyond Meta, other tech companies are also exploring tech-enabled glasses. But few of them have yet managed to occupy the market.
(1)、What is the present situation of the metaverse according to the text?A、It is developing rapidly. B、It is losing its attraction. C、It is being updated. D、It is reaching its peak.(2)、What can we infer about the second version of Meta's smart glasses?A、They are taking up the whole market. B、They are gaining popularization. C、They are welcomed by the youth. D、They are taking the place of other products.(3)、Which is close to the meaning of the underlined sentence"It' s a game changer." in paragraph 4?A、It is innovative. B、It is demanding. C、It is appealing. D、It is amusing.(4)、How did Meta attract consumers to its smart glasses?A、By lowering their price. B、By selling them with other tech companies. C、By advertising them with film videos. D、By equipping them with more high technology. -
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Overfunctioning behaviors, such as overworking, overachieving, overthinking, overexplaining, overgiving or overcommitting, are quite common in our life and work.
Why do we often engage in overfunctioning behaviors? The reason is that we want to create psychological safety for ourselves. Overfunctioning behaviors are a form of nervous-system regulation. When you feel anxiety, stress, frustration or uncertainty about your life or job, the threat networks in your brain will be activated: You' re afraid. To restore balance, you engage in overfunctioning behaviors to stay"relevant" or"on top" so that you can alleviate your fear. The conventional wisdom is that"trying to be the best" is a form of resilience that makes us more productive.
However, recent researches suggest otherwise. A 2018 meta-analysis of 25,000 people, conducted by Dana Harari and his colleagues and published in the Journal of Applied Psychology, found no relationship between actual performance and the perfectionism typical of success. Take overthinking for example: If overthinking worked, it would allow us to solve more problems in our lives. But the research shows the opposite is true. Overthinking is linked to poorer decision-making, greater interpersonal problems and more distress. In other words, constant efforts don't make you the best performer. A 2021 study by a team of Chinese researchers found that perfectionism was related to greater anxiety and depression. A 2023 study reported that overachievers had higher levels of dopamine (多巴胺), a neurotransmitter(神经递质) related to both motivation and addiction. The brain can create powerful cravings that perpetuate(使持久) our overfunctioning —— the more you overfunction, the more you want to overfunction. Constant overfunctioning does greatharm to our mental and physical health.
To break the trap of overfunctioning, it's vital to see that they are just forms of safety-seeking. We need to recognize that the most powerful determiner of our own safety is no one but ourselves. When our brains drive us to overdo something next time, just allow yourself not to be perfect and relax for a while.
(1)、What's the main reason for people to overfunction according to the text?A、To show off their abilities. B、To gain more recognition from others. C、To establish psychological safety. D、To satisfy the requirement of work.(2)、What does the underline word"alleviate" in paragraph 2 mean?A、Ease. B、Return. C、Reproduce. D、Enhance.(3)、What can we learn from paragraph 3?A、Working hard to be the best always leads to high productivity. B、There is a positive relationship between perfectionism and performance. C、People with perfectionism are more likely to succeed in their careers. D、Struggling for perfection frequently doesn't bring the best results.(4)、What is the best title for the text?A、Try to B、Care about Your Health C、Break the Trap of Overfunctioning D、Overfunction for Your Own Safety -
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Ice cream has held a unique role in our world's history and culture —— but where did it come from?
The first accounts of cold desserts and iced drinks date back to as early as the first century. In civilizations including ancient Rome, Mughal India, and Tang dynasty China, these icy treats were mainly enjoyed by the royal families. And finding the means to freeze these desserts wasn't always easy. Wealthy Mediterranean nobility (地中海贵族) sent laborers to climb up high mountains to harvest glacial ice and snow.
Yet the cream-based treat we know today made a much later first showing. It was originally inspired by sherbet (果汁冰糕), or sharbat in Arabic, an icy drink believed to have originated in Persia(波斯), and later gained popularity in the Middle Ages. European travelers brought sharbat recipes home, and began creating their own chocolate, nut, and even eggplant flavored taste on the refreshment. In 1692, Antonio Latini, an Italian chef, recorded a recipe for a unique milk-based version, which some historians call the first ice cream.
In the 18th century, ice cream expanded its reach as these recipes set sail alongside European settlers to North America. Yet it was still mainly enjoyed by the upper classes as the process to make it was quite laborious, and its main ingredients (原料) —— sugar, salt and cream —— were expensive. In Philadelphia in 1843, Nancy Johnson patented a revolutionary ice cream-making machine, which made the process easier for any home cook. And storing ice cream was no longer hard, as by the mid-1830s, New England businessman"Ice King" Frederic Tudor had greatly improved the ice trade, shipping thousands of tons of ice to households across the globe. Soon, ice cream was on every street corner.
Today, ice cream continues to take on new forms. And while some of its mysteries may never be solved, one thing is certain: our love for ice cream will never lessen.
(1)、Why does the author mention the royal families in paragraph 2?A、To arouse readers' interest in ancient royal life. B、To show that royal families were very rich. C、To describe the earliest stage of ice cream. D、To prove that early ice desserts were uncommon.(2)、Where was the first ice cream born according to some historians?A、In Arab. B、In Europe. C、In Persia. D、In North America.(3)、What breakthrough was made in the 1840s?A、The recipes set sail from Europe to North America. B、The invention of a patented ice cream making machine. C、The improvement in storing ice cream. D、The expansion of the ice trade.(4)、What is the passage mainly about?A、The process of making ice cream. B、The ingredients of ice cream. C、The history of ice cream. D、The promotion of ice cream. -
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Do you want to make your vacation both fun and educational? Are you attracted by the wonders of science? If your answers are yes, then come and join our"Inspiring Science Journey"! Here are some destinations we have on offer.
Science of astronomy and ice: Sweden
22 March 2025|4 days
From striking mountainous forests to picturesque snowcapped mountains, travelling to northern Sweden during the winter months offers a truly magical experience.
Absorb yourself in the natural beauty of Abisko National Park.
Learn about the science of the northern lights from experts at the Aurora Sky Station.
The world capital of astronomy: Chile
27 March 2025|13 days
With 70% of the world's telescopes, Chile is truly the world capital of astronomy. This is a unique opportunity to visit some of the world's most technologically advanced observatories and stare at the stars under some of the clearest skies on earth.
Visit world leading observatories, offering a unique opportunity to witness cutting-edge astronomical projects. Stare at the stars in the Atacama Desert.
Enjoy talks and walking seminars (研讨会) from accompanying astronomer Martin Grlfiths and local experts.
Renaissance astronomy in Kepler' s Prague: Czech Republic
14 September 2025 16 days
Journey to the heart of early science, exploring Prague's grand architecture and walking the streets as Kepler and Brahe did, when astronomer Martin Griffiths and local guides share tales of Renaissance history.
◆ Visit the Stefanik Observatory, where with the guidance and advice from the expert observatory team, you can look beyond the boundaries of the solar system and observe selected stars.
◆ Enjoy a tour of the Nelahozeves village, the birthplace of the composer Antonin Dvorak and home to the fine Renaissance palace of the Lobkowicz family.
(1)、Who might be most interested in the"Inspiring Science Journey"?A、People who love climbing mountains. B、Tourists who only care about the beauty of nature. C、Those who enjoy both travelling and learning science. D、The scientists who conduct serious geological researches.(2)、What can travelers do in Sweden in addition to the science of astronomy?A、Enjoy the snowy landscape. B、Take part in cutting-edge astronomical projects. C、Watch the stars above the Atacama Desert. D、Visit a palace in the Nelahozeves village.(3)、What do the three journeys have in common?A、They are taken in Europe. B、They offer some historical tours. C、They last no longer than a week. D、They provide the company of experts. -
11、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the speaker's nationality?A、British. B、Vietnamese. C、Chinese.(2)、What did the speaker usually do besides her daily work in Asia?A、Stayed in the office. B、Wrote travel blogs. C、Learned Thai language.(3)、What is the reason for the speaker's return to her homeland?A、She found the life routine there. B、She scored another dream job. C、She lacked a sense of belonging.
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12、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、How many kinds of sports are mentioned in the conversation?A、3. B、4. C、5.(2)、What's the man's favorite sport?A、Basketball. B、Table tennis. C、Golf.(3)、Why did the woman pick up table tennis as her hobby?A、She wanted to master some practical skills. B、She was influenced by her dad at a young age. C、She was motivated by her college roommate.(4)、When will they decide to have a game of table tennis?A、This Wednesday. B、This Thursday. C、This Friday.
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13、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does the woman initially think of homemade breakfast?A、It is quite healthy. B、It is time consuming. C、It is a good start of a day.(2)、What does the man do if he has no time to prepare breakfast in the morning?A、He orders takeout food. B、He uses an automatic device to cook beforehand. C、He asks his family to help him.(3)、What is the woman probably going to do this weekend?A、Sleep late and skip breakfast. B、Keep buying her breakfast. C、Try making her own breakfast.
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14、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、How will the man get to the cinema?A、Catching a ride. B、By subway. C、By bus.(2)、Where will they meet?A、At the school gate. B、In the cinema. C、At the cinema gate.(3)、What's the normal price of a ticket for the movie?A、8 pounds. B、10 pounds. C、18 pounds.
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15、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What do we know about the woman?A、She is living in the apartment at present. B、She won't pay the rent for the next year. C、She has decided to move to another town.(2)、What may the man do if the woman leaves?A、Reduce the rent. B、Find a new renter. C、Sell the apartment.
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16、 Why does the woman decide to buy the white car?A、It looks cooler. B、It's more comfortable. C、It's environmentally friendly.
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17、 What did the woman expect the man to do?A、Pick up a package. B、Lend her a book. C、Buy some snacks.
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18、 What is the man doing?A、Asking for the way. B、Check out of his room. C、Presenting the bill.
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19、 How does the man feel about the office temperature now?A、Too cold. B、Too hot. C、Just right.
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20、 What are the speakers talking about?A、Drinking tea. B、History and biography. C、Preference of reading.