Christine Reynolds worked at the public library in Yosemite National Park. When the government issued shutdown orders to slow the spread of the coronavirus(冠状病毒), she loaded the back of her car with donated books and began her own mobile library.“I know this may not be conventional, and yet it has worked and I feel of use,”she said.
Across the United States，volunteers are reporting a jump in little free libraries as readers look to pass the time. Made of wood or brick，and placed in front of parks or in the trunk of a car， the libraries have seen their small spaces filled with books.
Around 1,000 people live in the Yosemite Valley，where entertainment options are limited and some residents say Christine Reynolds' mobile library and her friendly chats offer a needed break.“I live in a rural area，so the Internet is not a guarantee. The time that some people might fill with online services is not an option for me. I turn to books to fill that gap.” said Connor Timpone, who lives east of Yosemite Valley. “Books have been a bright spot for me.”
“The spaces also have transformed into a new purpose. Readers are leaving can goods and other needed items to assists fellow neighbors. The libraries allow neighbors to help one another without getting physically close,” said Greig Metzger, director of the nonprofit Little Free Library.
Since 2009，tens of thousands of little free libraries have sprung up in the United States and more than 100 countries. The small spaces operate by donation and through volunteers. Volunteers check the free libraries weekly, and the Selection is always different from the week before. Though the work Lakes much effort and time, it is rewarding.
1.What do we know about Christine's library?
A.It follows the traditional practice.
B.It is placed in the back of her car.
C.It mostly consists of her own books.
D.It is sponsored by the National Park.
2.Why is the number of little free libraries rising rapidly?
A.They meet people’s needs on special occasions.
B.They've received a great many donated books.
C.They can be easily constructed in many ways.
D.They can provide access to online services.
3.What is the new function of the little free libraries?
A.Supplying varieties of books.
B.Guaranteeing a needed break.
C.Creating a bond among neighbors.
D.Getting neighbors physically close.
4.How do the libraries operate on a daily basis?
A.With the support of the local government.
B.Through donations and voluntary services.
C.By means of the Participation of local residents.
D.Under the guidance of non-profit organizations.
One of the best ways to pay for college is to find work that helps foot part of the school fee. Here are 4 types of part-time jobs that provide students with extra income.
Jobs with employer scholarships
Some companies offer help paying for college through scholarship programs. Taco Bell, for instance, offers its part- time employees the chance to win up to a $ 25 ,000 award through its Live Mas Scholarship. The award can be used toward vocational schools or a two- or four-year college. Employees must have worked for the company at least three continuous months.
Work-study
For years the work-study program has allowed students to earn money through part-time work. Students aged between 16 and 24 who file Free Application for Student Aid maybe qualified for the program.While these jobs aren't always on campus, students in work study earn at least $7.25 per hour一the state minimum wage.
Paid internships
A paid internship (实习) can not only help students pay for college but can also open doors for full-time work after graduation .According to a 2019 survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, nearly two-thirds of paid interns received a job offer，while just about 44% of unpaid interns were offered a job.
On-demand economy jobs
Known for its flexibility，the jobs can help students earn cash between classes.These on-demand jobs include completing small jobs， making deliveries or even driving for ride-booking services.Students can typically earn more through on-demand work，ranging from $10 to $20 an hour.
1.What are the applicants for the work-study program required to do?
A.Submit an application form.
B.Work part time for years.
C.Accept the minimum wage.
D.Live and work one campus.
2.What is the advantage of On-demand economy jobs?
A.Providing scholarships.
B.Having fixed workplace.
C.Including an extra award.
D.Offering more job options.
3.Which program is of great help for students to find a full-time job?
A.Jobs with employer scholarships.
B.On- demand economy jobs.
C.Paid internships.
D.Work- study.
假定你是李华，你校学生会将举办一年一度的“校园美食节”活动，请你作为学生会主席给外教Mr. Johnson写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 邀请他参加；
2. 介绍美食节情况；
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。
3. 开头结尾已经写好，不计收入总词数。
Dear Mr. Johnson,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
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。
I am a senior three student and I’m devoted myself to my lessons every day. I dare not waste single minute because I am afraid he will be left behind by others. With much exams to take, I feel nervous. To make matters worse, I have had difficulty in fall asleep since last week. I can’t concentrate myself to the teacher in class, feeling sleepy but tired. Yesterday my parents tell me to have a walk outdoors. “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy,” they said to me. So I followed their advices. I felt more relaxing after some rest. I have decided to take more exercise from today on.
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容 (1个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。
A study, 1. (lead) by the University of St. Andrews, found a balanced and healthy lifestyle, including becoming fitter, having less stress and sleeping 2. (long) all gave skin a more healthy-looking colour.
Previous 3. (study) have linked improvements in skin colour to a good diet but the latest study also examined 4. relationship between general health and skin colour.
They measured skin colour with a device that recorded how a rainbow of colours was reflected from the skin and found that both high 5.(fit) and low body fat were associated with a higher skin yellowness.
The research team also assessed whether a change in health changed skin appearance. They 6. (follow) 59 students from sports clubs to measure the training effect 7. their skin.
They found those 8. became healthier or lost body fat showed an increase in skin yellowness. Scientists concluded that exercise and healthy eating were low-cost ways of improving your skin. Any effort 9. (improve) lifestyle would benefit the skin within a 10. (relative) short time.
This summer, Roman Espinoza put up what he called a ''blessing box'' filled with food available to any and all who need it on his lawn (草坪).
Roman Espinoza, a 46-year-old New Yorker, hoped to _______ the problem of hunger in his community. He was _______ that there were plenty of poor and homeless people in his neighborhood, and he also knew that they _______ needed help. That’s why he decided to construct a ''blessing box'' filled with food on his own lawn. People who are in need of food are always _______ to take something from the ''blessing box''. It mostly holds canned food. He found that not everyone who _______ food from the ''blessing box'' wanted to be known, so they often _______ until it was dark to avoid _______.
Roman was inspired by a _______ action at the local community college, where he saw there was a small box with a number of free food _______ inside that was meant for poor students who couldn't ________ a snack or a meal. He thought it was such an amazing gesture and decided to try that in front of his own home.
Thanks to him, there's a whole community that ________ donates food and other necessities. Roman is so grateful that other people are also donating food for the less ________, and he feels honored that he ________ others to do so.
________, people started donating things into Roman's blessing box, but it definitely didn't ________ there. In fact, many people had a strong ________ to build their own blessing box, so they turned to him for help. And many more wanted to help in their own way. The local Home Depot store, ________, decided to sponsor all of the wood needed to build new ________. By ________ the word and the idea of these amazing food pantries, people can truly make a significant ________ for the poor in the entire city.
1.A.worsen B.update C.cause D.relieve
2.A.ashamed B.aware C.doubtful D.desperate
3.A.sadly B.hardly C.badly D.rarely
4.A.allowed B.forbidden C.requested D.accompanied
5.A.purchased B.stole C.swallowed D.took
6.A.waited B.hid C.thought D.struggled
7.A.enjoyment B.pride C.embarrassment D.preference
8.A.terrible B.similar C.natural D.illegal
9.A.items B.chains C.shops D.projects
10.A.resist B.enjoy C.miss D.afford
11.A.carefully B.regularly C.passively D.suddenly
12.A.intelligent B.dependent C.innocent D.fortunate
13.A.inspired B.invited C.convinced D.challenged
14.A.At times B.At once C.At first D.At last
15.A.fail B.stop C.start D.move
16.A.ability B.curiosity C.dislike D.desire
17.A.however B.or rather C.for example D.instead
18.A.boxes B.communities C.stores D.homes
19.A.ignoring B.remembering C.spreading D.breaking
20.A.promise B.difference C.judgment D.comment
