Scientists warn that our earth is drowning in plastic. The world’s cities produce 2 billion tons of rubbish every year. That number is expected to rise to 3 billion tons by 2050.
We often buy packaged goods but that packaging is often made of plastic. Now, it may be changing. A new environmentally friendly shopping model, called Loop, was recently launched at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. It aims to replace throwaway containers with reusable ones. This is what some people call the zero-waste movement. The main belief driving this movement is that much of the trash we create is unnecessary.
Loop is the idea of TerraCycle, a recycling company. It first came from the “milkman model” of the 1950s in the US. Back then, someone brought milk to your doorstep in glass bottles and then left with empty bottles. These could be cleaned and used again. The result is zero-waste. Loop will work the same way. Instead of throwing away, the product comes in a reusable one. When the product is all gone, someone will collect and clean the old container, fill it up and then return it to you.
At the start, Loop will offer about 300 products. Proctor & Gamble will start by selling 10 products on Loop as a test. If the results are good, more products will be added later.
Representatives from Greenpeace also joined in the discussion about Loop at Davos. Jennifer Morgan said that “Greenpeace welcomes the aim of the Loop Alliance to move away from throwaway culture and disposability. But I doubt whether companies worldwide are ready to change their business models”.
Loop is set to launch later in three eastern U. S. states, and also in Paris, France and some of the surrounding area. Then Loop plans to expand to the U. S. West Coast, Toronto, Canada and Britain by the end of this year.
1.The purpose of Loop is to___________.
A.make packaging easier
B.reduce the plastic waste
C.lower the production cost
D.change shopping model
2.What is the third paragraph mainly about?
A.The origin of the idea of Loop.
B.The way to recycle milk bottles.
C.The future of shopping pattern.
D.The benefit of recycling containers.
3.What is Morgan’s attitude towards the current situation of loop?
A.Optimistic. B.Desperate.
C.Worried. D.Ambiguous.
4.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?
A.To show scientists’ concern about plastic.
B.To present us benefits of recycling plastic.
C.To introduce the zero-waste shopping model.
D.To inform us of an environmental issue.
When Americans Kay and Larry Day found a store selling kites nearly 20 years ago, they decided to buy a few kites for their children. For fun, Larry bought one for himself. “He went out and flew it and decided he needed to go back and get a better one.” Kay remembered. Since then, she and her husband have loved kite - flying. They own many kites and plan trips around flying them. They also organize a kite - flying event each winter in their hometown in lowa. “I’m at peace when I’m flying.” said Larry.
Kite - flying has a long history as an activity for adults and children. The custom of flying a piece of cloth high in the sky began more than 2, 000 years ago in China. Since then, kites have been used to do scientific experiments, power boats, take pictures from the air and much more.
“There is a kind of a kite for everybody out there.” said Nic O’Neill, president of the American Kitefliers Association. “Kite - flying can be done alone or with friends and family. And kite - flying requires skill, but also a little artistry. Experience makes a difference, as does the weather.” she added.
“Sometimes the best flying conditions happen in winter - on a frozen lake.” said Kay Day, who with her husband organizes the Color the Wind Kite Festival. It takes place every February on Clear Lake in lowa. This year, more than 100 children attended a kite - making class. Kiters are a really good group of people. It’s a family.
“The kiting community makes everyone feel welcome. said Oregon. “Her two children started flying kites about three years ago after attending a kite festival. And the kite fliers we know want to teach the kids everything they can,” she added. “They like that there’s a new generation coming up.” Her sons, Dylan, and Cardin, fly with kiters of all ages. “I do enjoy seeing different people.” Dylan said.
The 13 - year - old also likes the happy feelings that he experiences when his kite moves through the sky.“ It’s really calming.” he said.
1.Why does Larry like flying kites?
A.It can bring much fun. B.It is his favorite hobby.
C.It will build up the body. D.It helps him feel good in mind.
2.According to Nic O’Neill, we know that
A.individuals are not recommended to fly kites
B.China is the home of flying kites
C.flying kites is suitable for all people
D.weather conditions are not important in kite - flying
3.What can we learn about people in kiting community?
A.They are a group of grown - ups.
B.They get on well with each other.
C.They can acquire everything.
D.They tend to make new friends.
4.What is the best title for the text?
A.Kite- Flying： a Lift to People of All Ages
B.Kite - Flying： a Traditional Custom of China
C.Kite - Flying： a Close Bond to Strangers
D.Kite - Flying： a Hobby of Family Members
Walter Carr and his mother just moved from New Orleans, Louisiana to Birmingham, Alabama after losing their home in Hurricane Katrina.
W alter Carr, a college student in Alabama, walked 32 kilometers in the dark to get to his new job. Walter Carr’s car broke down the night before starting a new job at Bellhops, a furniture moving company. Carr was unable to find a ride. He left at midnight so that he could make it to the customer’s house by 8： 00 am the next morning.
Pelham police saw him walking along a highway at 4： 00 am and they took him to a restaurant for breakfast and then to a church where he could safely wait until 8： 00 am. The police then took Carr to the home of custormer Jenny Lamey. Lamey said that even though Carr had just walked the entire night, he refused her offer to rest and started working. Lamey thought he worked in a down -to- earth way. While he worked, he talked with the customer, telling her how much he liked her kitchen.
Lamey later wrote this on Facebook： “I just can’t tell you how touched I was by Walter and his journey. He is kind and cheerful and he has big dreams! He is hardworking and tough.” She then started a GoFundMe page to help Walter with money to get his car fixed. When the CEO of Bellhops, Luke Marklin, learned of Carr’s story, he drove from Tennessee to Alabama to give Walter his own Ford Escape.
W alter Carr’s story touched many others around the United States. Within a few days, people gave over $ 73, 000 to his GoF undMe page. Carr has decided to give a part of the donations to the Birmingham Education Foundation. And he has received more offers for jobs and scholarships for schools.
1.Walter Carr walked long to his new job because__________.
A.he couldn’t afford the bus fare B.he wanted to experience new life
C.he tried to avoid the traffc jam D.he valued his job very much
2.What does the underlined phrase “worked in a down - to - earth way” in paragraph 3 mean?
A.He was tired of the work. B.He was devoted to his work.
C.He was exhausted after work. D.He was skilled in his work.
3.Why did Jenny Lamey and Luke Marklin help Carr?
A.They were moved by his deeds. B.They showed sympathy for him.
C.They wanted to reward him. D.They used to gain help from him.
4.What can we learn from Carr’s story?
A.Success is a great thirst of job - hunters. B.Fame always comes first.
C.Jobs can be sought by donation. D.Struggle and kindness will pay off.
London - Walking Tour
Hosted by the Cambridge Society of London
Join the Cambridge Society of London and learn more about the historic city of London.
Departing Time： Friday, 27 March 2020, 6. 00 pm GMT
Duration： 3 hours
Meeting point： At St Paul’s tube station in front of Cafe Nero
Open to： Alumni and guests
The City of London is where London began， almost 2, 000 years ago, as Roman Londinium. Today it is the financial“square mile”, home to the Bank of England and numerous banks and financial services companies.
This tour focuses on the City’s history and the legacy of that history in its unique govermance with its own Lord Mayor and Corporation. We will learn how these institutions evolved since the 12th century, their ancient traditions and their responsibilities today.
Of course, we will also include Roman remains, hidden City gardens, Victorian markets, historic pubs and find out what makes a cockney （ or true Londoner）.
Booking information
1. Advanced reservations are required. If you would like to attend this event, please book online using the link below.
2. Numbers are limited to 20 people. Registered members can invite one guest.
Please note only members of the Cambridge Sociely of London （and their guests） may book tickets. If you are not currently a member and would like to become one, please visit www. camsoclon. org.
3. Price： ￡ 12. 50 for members, ￡ 13 for guests. （Insurance is a must. Each, ￡1.5）
1.What is special about London - Walking tour?
A.It helps to explore the history of London.
B.It offers an opportunity to visit financial companies.
C.It provides the service of booking online.
D.It allows one to invite one of his guests.
2.What are tourists required to do to go on the tour?
A.Arrive at St Paul’s tube station at 6.30 pm. B.Book tickets in advance.
C.Invite at least one guest. D.Apply to become a member.
3.How much should a member pay if he invites a friend?
A.￡ 12.50. B.￡ 13.
C.￡ 25. 50. D.￡ 28.5.
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Since the mid-1980s,the Aluminum Cans for Burned Children Burn Camp has been offering children with burn sears a week of relief."They have a lot of emotional things that they go through,trying to fit back in with society with their scars,"said Becky Mundy.burn center education coordinator at Akron Children's Hospital.
The camp typically has around 15 campers.Many are repeat customers,and most were treated at Akron Children's Hospital or began coming after they moved to the area.The camp is free to campers and is funded by an organization named Aluminum Cans for Burned Children which raises money for burn survivors and their families.
The Thursday of the camp week is Fire Truck Day,when dozens of local fire trucks arrive, along with camp alumni(校友），doctors and nurses,and family members.Campers get to see fire vehicles up close and interact with the firefighters.
Sometimes,they are the very ones who rescued the campers,months or years earlier.It is,they say,a bond that never goes away.But Fire Truck Day contributes in another way,allowing them to see each other in a different light.
Memories of a bad fire can be unforgettable.Nearly two years ago,Pazdernik carried an injured girl out of a burning house in which her parents perished,and later the girl was adopted by a kind family.
On Fire Truck Day,Pazdernik got to see the girl he saved,Shaniya Simpson.She shared a hug with the firefighters who had rescued her.and said it was good to see them.
＂I think it helps her heal,"said Kim Canterbury,who was Shaniya's teacher at the time of the fire."Just by saying thank you."
It was good for Pazdernik,too."To see her go on with life and be happy,you're able to see that you had an impact on her,"he said."lt's definitely a lot more fulfilling."
1.Which kind of children does the camp work for?(no more than 5 words)
2.Who provides financial support for the camp?(no more than 10 words)
3.Why does Fire Truck Day have special meaning to both firefighters and the campers?（no more than 15 words)
4.What does the underlined word"perished"in Paragraph 5 mean?(only I word)
5.If you are to be a volunteer of the camp,what will you do to help the campers?（no more than 25 words)
