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London has just signed to be the first National Park City. Sadiq Khan, mayor of London, along with several organizations and individuals, signed the London National Park City Charter(宪章) on Monday. London is already extremely park-like. With a large number of urban parks and waterways and 8.4 million trees, it has a lower urban density (密度) than many other major cities. It is also home to 15,000 species. The charter aims to improve the lives and well-being of people and wildlife by improving the natural environment of the city. In practical terms, that means trying to reach the goal of turning 50% of the city into green space by 2050. That can be achieved by asking residents to change empty lots and yards into gardens, planting more trees throughout the city and even cutting holes in garden fences. Adding green roofs to existing buildings is also part of the plan, One way to help achieve its goal is pairing development with conservation. London is expected to add some 2 million new residents to its current population by 2040, meaning it needs thousands and thousands of new homes. Home developers can play a role by surrounding new homes with parks or nature reserves. "Inspired by the aims and values of the world’s national parks, the London National Park City is fundamentally about making life better in the capital through both small everyday things and long-term strategic thinking." says Daniel Raven-Ellison, founder of the concept. "It's about lifting our ambitions; going further to make the city greener, healthier and wilder; improving our mental health, cleaning our air; making the city richer in wildlife: freeing children to play and meet friends outdoors again; solving the climate crisis and bring more joy to the city." He added. Timothy Beatley, an urban planner, says countless cities have already woken up to the idea that greening and improving natural connections make urban life much better. "The basic idea is that nature in cities is not optional but absolutely essential to a happy, healthy and meaningful life." He says. 1.What are mentioned in paragraphs 3 and 4 about the green move? A.The conflicts caused by the charter. B.Different voices about the move. C.Specific ways to expand green space. D.Challenges the move will run into. 2.The founder and the planner mentioned both hold a(an) ___________ attitude to the charter. A.skeptical B.critical C.reserved D.favorable 3.What can be a suitable title for the passage? A.A green and meaningful life in London B.London to be "National Park City" C.Reasons for more green space in London D.Green ways to make London park-like
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Working out can help teenagers boost their grades, a new study suggests. Adolescents who routinely engaged in moderate to vigorous（剧烈的）exercise showed long-term improvements in their academic performance, the British Journal of Sports Medicine study reported. “Our study suggests that the effect of physical activity may be quite large,” John Reilly, a professor at the University of Strathclyde said. The researchers looked at a sample of about 5000 children who were involved in a long-term study that tracks children born in the UK between 1991 and 1992. When children reached 11 years old, their daily physical activity levels were measured using an accelerometer（加速器）for three to seven days. The device, similar to a pedometer（计步器）tracking the number of steps taken, recorded the average time children exercised, which was 29 minutes a day for boys and 18 for girls. “The actual levels of daily physical activity at age 11 were quite low,” Mr. Reilly noted. The children had their academic performance tested at ages 11 and 13 with compulsory national tests for students, and also at 15 or 16 with the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) exam. The tests assessed the children’s abilities in English, math and science subjects. The results showed that the more children participated in moderate to vigorous physical activity, the higher their test scores were at age 11 in all three subjects. For girls, science scores were most strongly linked to exercise. When children were tested again at age 13, their academic scores were still linked to how much they had exercised when they were 11 years old. By the time the youngsters took the GCSE exam, each 17-minute-per‑day increase in physical activity for the boys was linked to an improvement in their scores. Every additional 12-minute increase a day in exercise for the girls was also linked to an increased score, especially in the science category. The researchers have called for more studies to look at the possible academic benefits that could be derived if students exercised the recommended 60 minutes or more a day. 1.What’s the study about? A.The influence of exercise on students’ scores. B.The secrets of students’ ranking high in class. C.The causes of students’ participating in sports. D.The ways of improving students’ physical conditions. 2.What is the function of the device used in the study? A.To record how long students exercise. B.To record the walking speed of students. C.To record how many steps students walk. D.To record the number of calories students consume. 3.What do the study’s results show? A.Students at age 11 do more exercise than at other ages. B.Boys at age 13 get more benefits by doing more exercise. C.Girls’ science scores are more closely related to exercise. D.More and more students do exercise to improve their scores. 4.What does the underlined word “derived” probably mean in the last paragraph? A.adopted. B.acquired. C.concluded. D.displayed.
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“Two centuries ago, Lewis and Clark left St. Louis to explore the new lands acquired in the Louisiana Purchase,” George W. Bush said, announcing his desire for a program to send men and women to Mars. They made that journey in the spirit of discovery. America has ventured forth into space for the same reasons.” Yet there are vital differences between Lewis and Clark’s expedition and a Mars mission. First, they were headed to a place where hundreds of thousands of people were already living. Second, they were certain to discover places and things of immediate value to the new nation. Third, their venture cost next to nothing by today’s standards. A Mars mission may be the single most expensive non-wartime undertaking in U.S. history. Appealing as the thought of travel to Mars is, it does not mean the journey makes sense, even considering the human calling to explore. And Mars as a destination for people makes absolutely no sense with current technology. Present systems for getting from Earth’s surface to low-Earth orbit are so fantastically expensive that merely launching the 1,000 tons or so of spacecraft and equipment a Mars mission would require could be accomplished only by cutting health-care benefits, education spending, or other important programs—or by raising taxes. Absent some remarkable discovery, astronauts, geologists, and biologists once on Mars could do little more than analyze rocks and feel awestruck(敬畏的) staring into the sky of another world. Yet rocks can be analyzed by automated probes without risk to human life, and at a tiny fraction of the cost of sending people. It is interesting to note that when President Bush unveiled his proposal, he listed these recent major achievements of space exploration pictures of evidence of water on Mars, discovery of more than 100 planets outside our solar system, and study of the soil of Mars. All these accomplishments came from automated probes or automated space telescopes. Bush’s proposal, which calls for reprogramming some of NASA’s present budget into the Mars effort, might actually lead to a reduction in such unmanned science—the one aspect of space exploration that’s working really well. Rather than spend hundreds of billions of dollars to hurl tons toward Mars using current technology, why not take a decade or two or however much time is required researching new launch systems and advanced propulsion (推进力)? lf new launch systems could put weight into orbit affordably, and advanced propulsion could speed up that long, slow transit to Mars, the dream of stepping onto the red planet might become reality. Mars will still be there when the technology is ready. 1.What do Lewis and Clark’s expedition and a Mars mission have in common? A.Instant value. B.Human inhabitance. C.Venture cost. D.Exploring spirit. 2.Bush’s proposal is challenged for the following reasons except that . A.its expenditure is too huge for the government to afford. B.American people’s well-being will suffer a lot if it is implemented C.great achievements have already been made in Mars exploration in America D.unmanned Mars exploration sounds more practical and economical for the moment 3.Which cannot be concluded from the passage? A.Going to Mars using current technology is quite unrealistic. B.A Mars mission will in turn promote the development of unmanned program. C.Bush’s proposal is based on three recent great achievements of space exploration D.The achievements in space exploration show how well unmanned science has developed. 4.What is the main idea of the passage? A.Risky as it is, a Mars mission helps to retain Americas position as a technological leader. B.A Mars mission is so costly that it may lead to an economic disaster in America. C.Someday people may go to Mars but not until it makes technological sense. D.A Mars mission is unnecessary since the scientists once there won’t make great discoveries.
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Have you ever wondered why successful people are so successful? Habits play an essential role in shaping our lives. We all know that bad habits can be harmful to your mental and physical well-being. 1. Good habits, on the other hand, can help you rise above others and be at your best. So, what are the common habits of successful persons that set them apart from the rest of us? 2. Most successful figures spend half an hour or more on newspapers, magazines and other books on a daily basis. Most of them have a preference for non-fiction piece that include history, self-help books, and biographies. Getting up early. The majority of successful people rise approximately 3 hours before their actual workday starts. It gives them adequate time to get additional things done, which may include completing side projects, working out, or just planning ahead. 3. Working out and staying in shape. We all know the benefits of a healthy lifestyle especially working out and staying physically fit. 4. Clearing your mind and challenging yourself physically with a tough workout daily helps you stay ready for the daily challenges of a business. To sum it up, a strong body carries a strong mind. Working on communication skills. Communication plays a key role in building constructive interpersonal relationships on a personal as well as on a professional level. 5. However, if you are unable to convey the right information and message in a timely manner, you are less likely to achieve your goals. As with other skills, it is vital to continuously work on improving communication to help you stay more efficient while communicating with anyone on any level. A. Applying technology. B. Keeping reading as a habit. C. After all, the early bird catches the worm. D. Developing a healthy lifestyle is demanding. E. Working with data, facts, and figures is important. F. Successful people require mental and physical fitness. G. They can block your road to achievement and success.
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The world’s youngest DJ who is just two years old has thousands of fans thanks to his ability. Oratilwe Hlongwane, whose DJ name is AJ, is ______ learning to put together words, but the baby is already able to ______ and play music from a laptop and has become famous in South Africa. His abilities have even ______ him special appearances, with fans ______ to hear his bass-heavy house music. His recent ______ at a supermarket in his home of Johannesburg ______ a large crowd as he moved his head to the ______, with large headphones around his neck. His mother, Refiloe Marumo, _____ his success to his father Glen Hlongwane’s decision to buy an iPad for his then unborn son. Mr. Hlongwane, a gymnastics coach and _______ DJ, had planned to download some educational apps for the child as well as a DJ app for himself. A mobile phone recording of him playing music was shared online and the youngster now has nearly 25,000 Facebook ______. However, some people ______ his parents of abusing and making money from their child’s ability. Mr. Hlongwane said he would not “______ his kid” and said he wasn’t allowed to play in clubs or at parties ______ his age. The parents also insisted that they would not ______ their son to be a DJ when he grows up, but said they believed his interest in electronic equipment would probably decide his future. Mr. Hlongwane added, “I can see a ______ Bill Gates here. ” 1.A.never B.still C.therefore D.merely 2.A.create B.adopt C.select D.tease 3.A.earned B.exchanged C.risked D.updated 4.A.desperate B.unwilling C.admirable D.appropriate 5.A.movement B.competition C.reputation D.appearance 6.A.moved B.benefited C.attracted D.disappointed 7.A.rhyme B.flash C.pattern D.beat 8.A.exposed B.accustomed C.appealed D.owed 9.A.allergic B.cautious C.devoted D.ridiculous 10.A.competitors B.followers C.sponsors D.experts 11.A.accomplished B.acquired C.accused D.convinced 12.A.take charge of B.take possession of C.take advantage of D.take place of 13.A.due to B.in spite of C.rather than D.even if 14.A.demand B.allow C.doubt D.force 15.A.realistic B.contemporary C.future D.predictable
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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。 In 2017, eleven million deaths worldwide were linked to people eating diets high 1. sugar, salt and processed meat. Those foods were partly 2. (blame) for heart disease, cancer and diabetes, a new study found. The findings 3. (report) in the publication The Lancet. Researchers considered 15 dietary elements and found that the consumption of foods such as nuts and seeds, milk and whole grains 4. on average too low. “The poor diet is responsible for more deaths than 5. other risk factor in the world,” said Chris Murray, 6. (direct) of the Institute for Health Metrics (指标) and evaluation at the University of Washington, 7. led the work. The study found people ate only 12 percent of the 8. (recommend) amount of nuts and seeds — an average intake of 3 grams a day. For good health, experts say, you should eat 21 grams of nuts and seeds every day. Another study published in January suggested 9. “ideal diet” for the health of people and the planet, which would include a doubling of the consumption of nuts, fruits, and vegetables. Such a diet would also include 10. (reduce) the amount of meat and sugar consumed by half.
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假如你是李华，澳大利亚好朋友Harry来中国学习，但因文化差异感到生活有些不适应。请给他写一封信，内容包括： 1. 表示安慰； 2. 给出建议； 3. 寄予希望。 注意:1. 词数80左右； 2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3. 开头与结尾均已给出。 Dear Harry, __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua
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阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。 On a cold Friday night, a poor artist stood at the gate of the subway station, playing his violin. The young violinist was a student at an Arts College named Joseph, who did so every day in order to earn his tuition fees. He planned to attend advanced studies in Vienna and had booked the flight for the next morning. Though the music was great, people were quickly going home for the weekend. Joseph was playing his last chapter when a middle-aged man looking pretty excited slowed down his pace and put 50 dollars into the hat, for which Joseph was grateful. The next night, the young artist came to the gate of the subway station as usual, and put his hat on the ground gracefully. Different from the day before, he took out a large piece of paper and laid it on the ground and put some stones on it. Then he began playing the violin. Before long, the young artist was surrounded with many passers-by, who were all attracted by the words on that paper. It said, “Last night, a gentleman put an unexpected thing into my hat by mistake. Please come to claim it as soon as possible.” It caused great excitement and curiosity. They were dying to know what the unexpected thing could be. 注意：1. 所续写短文词数应为150左右； 2. 应使用5个以上短文中标有下划线的关键词语； 3. 续写部分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好； 4. 续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词。 Paragraph 1: Just at the moment a middle-aged man rushed through the crowd to the violinist. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: The man thanked Joseph again and again because it was very essential to him. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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