Anyone caring about their health will be able to speak out a few of the major vitamins, and possibly take an educated guess at what they do. Vitamin C, found in oranges and other fruit and vegetables, is important for wound repair. And the much-talked-about “sunshine” vitamin D, produced by the skin in response to UV light, is essential for strong bones.
But what about vitamin P? It might well have you scratching your head. And that's not surprising: the term was first coined in the 1930s to describe a small group of compounds that provide pigment (天然色素) to plants, and were believed to have health benefits. A century later, these compounds are now better known as flavonoids (类黄酮)．
Today, scientists have identified between 4,000 and 6,000 different kinds and we now know they are responsible for many of the flavors and smells of fruit and vegetables and also that they protect them from invaders such as pests and bacteria.
They are equally important nutrients for the body, helping maintain bones and teeth, and for the production of the protein collagen (胶原), which provides structure to blood vessels, muscles and skin.
They are also said to help the body deal with some of the key drivers of illness, including oxidation (氧化), a natural process by which the body's cells age and can become damaged and defective. That means they could help to protect against chronic diseases including cancer and heart disease.
1.What do we know about vitamin P?
A.We would scratch our head if we took it.
B.It refers to the compounds also called flavonoids.
C.It was made into a coin in the 1930s.
D.People didn't think it beneficial in the past.
2.Which is NOT the function of vitamin P for humans according to the passage?
A.Helping maintain bones and teeth.
B.Assisting in producing protein collagen.
C.Accelerating the circulation of the blood.
D.Aiding the body to handle the main factors of illness.
3.Which of the following best explains “defective” underlined in the last paragraph?
A.Harmful. B.Discouraged.
C.Vague. D.Deficient.
4.How does vitamin P help slow the aging process?
A.By fighting against oxidation. B.By maintaining bones.
C.By strengthening muscles. D.By protecting against chronic diseases.
Tim Ma's parents came to the United States from Taiwan in the 1970s. They opened a restaurant. It was not a success. They found success in America, however, in computers and engineering. In part because of their own experiences, Ma's parents hoped he would study to become an engineer or a doctor. They wanted financial security for their child.
Growing up, Ma considered many professions — writer, fireman, even president. Ma did well in math and science classes in high school. And he ended up choosing to study electrical engineering in college. Several engineering jobs later, though, Ma had a change of heart. He wanted to leave the engineering world behind and enter the restaurant business. It was in his blood. After all, his parents had owned a Chinese restaurant in Arkansas. His parents could not understand why he would want to leave such a good job to open a restaurant.
He wanted to study the fundamentals of cooking so that he could work as a chef in his own restaurant. Ma enrolled at the International Culinary Center in New York, where he received training in French cooking. “I have never cooked through my entire life up until this point.” Ma soon learned that he enjoyed cooking and he discovered it was similar to engineering. “Professional cooking is consistency, efficiency, cleanliness and it's all about the process of things which you know my background in engineering was. ”
In 2009, Ma opened his first restaurant in Virginia. His long hours paid off. Ma opened his fourth restaurant last year in Washington, D.C. He mixes his training in French cooking with his Chinese heritage to create new dishes. “I think in this country you can create your own success, just by working hard. Not because you're smarter than anybody, just by working hard. And that's why a lot of people end up coming to America.”
1.Why did Tim Ma's parents expect him to be an engineer or a doctor?
A.Because he can have enough money to support himself.
B.Because they wanted him to achieve their unfinished dream.
C.Because he has a great interest in math and science.
D.Because these two jobs both have high social statues.
2.What was Ma's parents' attitude towards his job changing?
A.Supportive. B.Unfavorable.
C.Neutral. D.Skeptical.
3.What does Tim Ma think about cooking?
A.It is something like engineering.
B.Cooking is all about cleaning.
C.You have to do the work consistently.
D.Efficiency is important in cooking.
4.Which of the following best describes Tim Ma?
A.Humorous and athletic.
B.Hard-working and determined.
C.Fashionable and aggressive.
D.Stubborn and devoted.
Would you like to enjoy a visual feast in Broadway in New York? Below are four spectacular shows with their slogans and some critics' remarks.
The Lion King
Experience the stunning artistry, unforgettable music and the exhilarating choreography of Disney's The Lion King. Now is the time to join the circle of life at Broadway's award-winning Best Musical.
Awe-inspiring! Broadway theater is alive again. Taymor's imaginative ideas seem limitless. It's a gorgeous, gasp-inducing spectacle. The show appeals to our childlike excitement in the power of theater to make us see things afresh (重新).
— by Richard Zoglin from Time Magazine
Chicago
The Tony-winning revival of Kander and Ebb's musical will razzle-dazzle you.
Chicago remains the best adult entertainment in town and still bubbles with the joy of performing!
— by Ben Brantley from The New York Times
The Phantom of the Opera
The timeless story, the unforgettable score, and the longest-running show in Broadway history.
Phantom rules! It remains as fresh and spectacular as ever. Beautiful and romantic, I have to tip my hat: The Phantom of the Opera has aged divinely.
— by Roma Torre from NY1
Hamilton
Go back to the era of the Founding Fathers with Lin-Manuel Miranda’s inventive Tony-winning musical, winner of 11 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards.
Historic. ‘Hamilton' is brewing up a revolution. This is a show that aims impossibly high and hits its target.
— by Ben Brantley from The New York Times
1.Which two shows are Tony-winning musicals?
A.The Lion King & Hamilton.
B.Chicago & Hamilton.
C.The Phantom of the Opera & Chicago.
D.The Phantom of the Opera & The Lion King.
2.Which statement is TRUE about the four Broadway shows?
A.The Lion King inspires people to see things from a new perspective.
B.Chicago takes us back to the era of Founding Fathers.
C.The Phantom of the Opera aims high and reaches its goal.
D.Hamilton is the longest-running show in Broadway history.
3.In what column of a magazine can you most probably read this article?
A.Finance. B.Entertainment.
C.Science. D.Sports.
假如你是李华，在英国某中学就读。你校准备举办以“多彩世界文化”为主题的活动周。请给学生会主席 Tom 写封信，申请成为志愿者。信的内容如下：
1. 个人优势：英语、性格等；
2. 参加目的：1）宣传中国、了解世界；2）锻炼自我。
注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Tom,
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
1）增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在此符号下面写出该加的词；
2）删词：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉；
3）修改：在错的词下画一条横线，并在该横线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
Dear Tom,
I’m glad to hear that you are coming for a holiday in our city the next month. I’m such happy that you will stay in my house.
There have been greatly changes in the last three year in my home. First, we have rebuilt your house, which now has four private rooms. You can choose any of them to live when you come. Second, my parents have set up a small restaurant in our village, that you can eat healthily. I’m really willing to be your guide to make your journey interested and meaningful.
If you had any requests, don’t hesitate to let me know. Looking forward to hear from you.
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。
For the past few years, online classes 1. (give) students an alternative (替代选择) for studying without going outside. How can we most 2. (effect) use this online resource for learning? Here are some tips from 3. (vary) online learning platforms to make the most of 4. (you) classes.
First, you need to be clear about 5. you’re most interested in, then find reliable sources. “The quality of online courses varies,” Li Mengdi, a head teacher with Xueersi said. “Choose extra classes after fully 6. (consider)your time and energy,” Li suggested. “I’ve seen many students or their parents choose more than three courses to take on 7. same day. It is overwhelming (难以应付的).”
Most online platforms can provide a personalized guide 8. students. “It is Finishing a to-do list that 9. (help) students to form good habits,” said Yang Zhengda, the CEO of vipJr. With enough self-discipline (自律), everything 10. you need to learn online should fall into place.
