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Canada is a land filled with fascinating places and amazing adventures. The only problem: Narrowing down your choice of destinations. Here are several of the best places to visit in Canada for any traveler determined to discover the true north. Churchill, Manitoba Set on the shores of Hudson Bay, this subarctic（靠近北极的）town has earned international fame as the polar bear capital of the world. So plentiful are the bears that the town actually has a “polar bear prison,” which holds bears that are resistant to people's instruction and wander into town until they can be released back into the wild. Encountering a polar bear in the wild is no doubt an unforgettable experience. Banff and Lake Louise, Alberta Set inside the borders of the vast Banff National Park, Banff and Lake Louise is one of the best places to visit in Canada. Here you'll find a Rocky Mountain wonderland; a place of electric blue glacial lakes, waterfalls, and abundant wildlife (from elk to bighorn sheep). Stay either in Banff, the busy center of the area and home to classic hotels like the Fairmont Banff Springs (one of Canada's greatest hotels), or hike trails up into the mountains—and unparalleled(无与伦比的)silence-are just steps away. Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick Recently shortlisted in a massive international competition to name a new seven wonders of the natural world, the tides on this big bay, make it truly one of the best places to visit in Canada. The most extreme tides on earth, they rise and fall more than 50 feet in some places. These can be seen most dramatically at a place like Hopewell Rocks, unique stone formations that, at low tide, form towers on dry land but become islands as the water rises. Quebec City The oldest walled city in North America, Quebec City holds both British charm and culture alongside its unmistakable French-Canadian character. It also bears the distinction of being the place where, as every good Canadian history student knows, Wolfe defeated Montcalm on the Plains of Abraham, securing Canada for the British Empire. 1.Why are the polar bears put into prison in Churchill? A.Because there are a large number of bears. B.Because the government wants to attract more tourists. C.Because they don't follow people's guidance. D.Because they resist living in town. 2.What can we learn from the passage? A.When traveling in Canada, people have narrow choices of destinations. B.You can enjoy neither busy life nor unparalleled silence in Banff and Lake Louise. C.Hopewell Rocks stand like islands on dry land but turn into towers when the tide comes. D.Britain and France once had a war to secure their own rule over Canada in Quebec City. 3.The author writes the text with the intention of . A.showing the most worth-visiting country B.helping tourism boost in Canada C.providing information for travelers to Canada D.proving how knowledgeable the author is
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In January 2020, as I watched the news about the coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan, I kept thinking, “This is not good.” As the situation stepped up, I knew it was only a matter of time before it came to my hometown in Cornwall. And, on February 15, it did. That day, we found out the government was sending over 100 Canadians citizens who were aboard the Diamond Princess, an infected cruise ship, to a hotel here for a 14-day quarantine. Suddenly, things got very real. As a nurse in the emergency department at Cornwall Community Hospital, I’d be treating any passengers with the virus. I didn't even have time to fully absorb the news—I just grabbed my scrubs (手术衣)and sprang into action. There are times when it feels like the whole department is on fire. There are moments when we have multiple critical patients hanging in the balance, incoming trauma (创伤)patients, and an overflowing waiting room. After all, in the ER (emergency room), we're still treating car accident injuries, heart attacks, strokes—anything you can think of, and a dozen things you can't. And it's all complicated by this virus. I’ve been a nurse since 1994, so I’ve helped prepare for my fair share of outbreaks. I've worked through the rise of Ebola, H1N1, and SARS. But COVID-19 is a sneaky virus. This outbreak is scarier because patients can spread the virus while symptom-free. With SARS, it was clearer who was infected. With COVID-19, we have fewer clues that someone might be a carrier. I felt so bad for the first cruise ship patients we treated—we were the first people they'd seen in a while, and our equipment made us look like aliens? But they were very kind and patient. They were just eager to get home. Luckily, they didn't have the virus. In the end, we prevented disaster. I don't think we've yet seen the full extent of this situation. However, I believe my hospital will get through this and we will eventually win the battle. 1.Which of the following is TRUE? A.The author thought the coronavirus would not break out in the hometown. B.The author managed to put out the fire of her department. C.Only patients with coronavirus were dealt with in the ER. D.The author was busier because of the outbreak of the coronavirus. 2.What does Para.4 mainly talk about? A.The prediction of COVID-19. B.The seriousness of COVID-19. C.The influence of COVID-19. D.The symptoms of some deadly diseases. 3.What can best describe the author? A.Positive and determined. B.Emotional and bad-tempered. C.Pessimistic and warm-hearted. D.Overcautious and aggressive. 4.Which section of a website is the passage probably from? A.News B.Blog C.Arts & Culture D.Science &Tech
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Getting old might not be something that's yet to cross your mind. But ageing is unavoidably going to get the better of us one day. And that’s why scientists are constantly seeking out evidence that will show us what we need to do to achieve longevity. We all know that regular exercise is good for us. In recent years, although we've been told to aim to walk 10,000 steps a day to remain healthy, other advice to do three quick and energetic 10-minute walks a day is thought to be even more effective. And the latest piece of research might put a spring in your step if you’re someone who walks at a fast pace. That’s because, according to scientists, the speed at which people walk in their 40s is a sign of how much their brains, as well as their bodies, are ageing. Tests on 1,000 people from New Zealand born in the 1970s found that slower walkers tended to show signs of "accelerated ageing". Their lungs, teeth and immune systems were in worse shape than those who walked fester. And what’s worse, the study found not only did slower walkers' bodies age more quickly, their faces looked older and they had smaller brains. This might be seen as a wake-up call for people with a slower pace who might feel it's time to work out get fitter. But it might be too late; researchers say they were able to predict the walking speed of 45-year-olds using the results of intelligence, language and motor skills tests from when they were aged three. They also suggest that even in early life, there are signs showing which people will go on to have a healthier life. So, what's the point of knowing that a slower walking pace might mean a smaller brain? Well, researchers say measuring walking speed at a younger age, and understanding what this might mean, could be a way of testing treatments to slow human ageing. This might help us make lifestyle changes while we're still young and healthy. Any steps we can take to prolong a good mental and physical state is a no brainer! 1.Which of the following is considered to be a better choice? A.Walking 10,000 steps a day. B.Doing three quick and energetic walks a day. C.Doing irregular exercise every day. D.Frequently doing sports in spring. 2.What can be inferred from the passage? A.Faster walkers will get fitter, be younger and have bigger brains. B.People's health condition can be predicted from their walking speed at 45. C.This study found that slower walkers age more slowly. D.People who walk faster are more brilliant than slower walkers. 3.What does the underlined word "prolong" in Para.5 mean? A.give something up B.transfer something at random C.make something last longer D.put something off 4.What would be the best title? A.Walking to Stay Young B.Getting Old and Doing Exercise C.Having a Happy Life D.Slow Walking and Ageing
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In South Korea, students pay for classes in everything from K-pop auditions (韩流试镜)to real estate (房地产)deals. Now, top Korean firms are using artificial intelligence (AI) in hiring, and job-seekers want to learn how to beat the robots. From his basement office in Seoul, career consultant Park Seong-jung is among those in a growing business of offering lessons in handling recruitment screening by computers, not people. Video interviews using facial recognition technology to analyze character are key, according to Park. "Don't force a smile with your lips," he told students looking for work in a recent session, one of many he said he has conducted for hundreds of people. "Smile with your eyes". Classes in dealing with Al in hiring, are still a tiny part of the country's multi-billion-dollar cram school (补习学校)industry. But classes are growing fast, operators like Park's People & People consultancy claim, offering a three-hour package for Up to 100,000 won ($86). There's good reason to see potential. As many: as 8 out of every 10 South Korean students are estimated to have used cram schools, and high youth unemployment in the country—nearly one in four young people are not in the workforce—offers a motivation not present in other countries where cram schools are popular, like Japan. One AI video system reviewed by Reuters asks candidates to introduce themselves, during which it spots and counts facial expressions including "fear" and "joy" and analyses word choices. AI hiring also uses "gamification" to judge a candidate's personality and adaptability by putting them through numbers of tests. Preparing for such tests doesn't necessarily involve simply memorizing answers. Some games don't even have a 'right answer', as they are aimed to spot the problem-solving attitude of the applicant. Consultant Park said he gave Al firing talks to more than 700 university students, graduates and lecturers in 2019. In an online chat room monitored by Park, with more than 600 participants, numerous messages indicate thanks for the classes and success in AI interview quests. "Students are struggling from the emergence of AI interviews. My goal is to help them be fully prepared for what they will be dealing with," said Park. 1.What does Park Seong-jung do? ① He gives students lectures about Al hiring. ② He handles his company s recruitment. ③ He analyzes character by using Al technology. ④ He keeps an eye on an online chat room. A.①④ B.②③ C.①② D.③④ 2.Gamification is mainly used to judge the following EXCEPT candidates' . A.personality B.adaptability C.problem-solving attitude D.memory ability 3.What's the main idea of this passage? A.Smile with eyes is better than smile with lips. B.Companies are increasingly using Al in recruitment. C.Classes are available in dealing with Al in hiring. D.Cram schools are popular in South Korea. 4.What may be discussed in the next paragraph? A.People's attitude towards other types of cram schools. B.Examples of struggling students who didn't take classes. C.Companies' strategy against fully prepared applicants. D.The next step of those who have passed the interview.
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Earth Day is one of the world's largest environmental movements. Held every year on April 22, Earth Day turns 50 this year. It was created by US politician Gaylord Nelson, aiming to give a voice to people who wanted environmental protection. 1. Back then, it helped to bring clean air and water laws to the US. Now a global movement, it's facing even bigger environmental threats. 2. One of these is The Ocean Cleanup based in the Netherlands. It has successfully made a device that can gather and collect waste from our oceans and rivers, a majority of which is plastic. For us, plastic is an item we use and then throw away. But if you throw away a plastic bottle today, it is non-biodegradable (不可生物降解的).It will still be around for hundreds of years. Much of this plastic waste ends up in the sea, where it kills more than 100 million sea creatures every year. 3. It is not just our oceans that are under threat. Over time, deforestation (滥伐森林)，improper farming, and livestock grazing (放牧)can stop green areas from growing. 4. A Chinese non-governmental organizations (NGO) — The China Green Foundation — is working to change this by planting millions of trees. Another NGO that is making big changes is Welfare Togo. Togo is a developing country in Africa. It faces many environmental problems, including air and water pollution and desertification. To help, Welfare Togo opened 31 schools across the country that focus on teaching sustainable development. Its aim is using education to bring positive environmental changes to Togo. 5. However, through small everyday changes, such as recycling correctly, we can also bring about considerable changes to our natural world. A.This is called desertification. B.It aims to support environmental protection around the world. C.His idea was so successful that more than 20 million people joined in Earth Day events. D.However, because of high demand, we still make more than 300 tons of new plastic every year. E.It challenges people to promote environmental education. F.Not all of us can make such large contributions. G.Fortunately, many NGOs are stepping up to promote positive changes.
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We were five minutes into the worst disorder. That was the worst experience — approaching Boston Airport in a severe winter _______. I turned to the woman next to me and said, ''Hey, would you mind _______ with me for a few minutes? I'm really nervous." ''Sure. My name is Sue；the woman replied, _______ warmly. ''What brings you to Boston? '' I started to explain that I was on a business trip. Then the plane shook violently, and _______ slipped of my tongue. ''I might need to hold your hand too.'' Sue took my hand in both of hers, _______ it, and held tight. When Sue took my hand on that scary flight to Boston, I almost wept with relief. She was so calm, effective, and _______ —''Yep, this is a little bumpy(颠簸的), but we'll be on the ground safely soon,'' she told me — that I asked her what she did for a living. ''I'm a retired physical education teacher, and I _______ women's volleyball, '' she said. _______, I could see what an awesome coach she must have been. Sue and I talked about our families, our vacations, our love of the ocean until the plane finally _______. Then the businessman sitting on the other side of her, who'd been silent the entire ________, remarked that he'd ________ our conversation. ''It ________ me and I was not scared any more.'' he said. When we said goodbye, I gave Sue a big ________ and my card. A few days later, I received a/an ________with the subject line "Broken Hand on Jet Blue." ''I have to admit that I was just as ________ as you were but did not say it,'' Sue wrote. ''I just ________ your hand as hard as I could. Thank you for helping me through this very scary ________'' She added that when she'd told her friends about our conversation, they ________ her because they knew she loved to talk. I told my friends about Sue too. I explained how kind she was to me, and what I learned: It's OK to ask for help from a________ if you need it. Now if I mention to my friends that I am ________ or worried, they respond, ''Just think of Sue'' 1.A.night B.storm C.flood D.rain 2.A.singing B.running C.drawing D.chatting 3.A.embracing B.cheering C.smiling D.praising 4.A.words B.songs C.comments D.ideas 5.A.patted B.beat C.washed D.scratched 6.A.creative B.knowledgeable C.reliable D.brilliant 7.A.played B.made C.studied D.coached 8.A.Unfortunately B.Immediately C.Gradually D.Generally 9.A.crashed B.worked C.returned D.landed 10.A.activity B.adventure C.flight D.ceremony 11.A.hated B.enjoyed C.understood D.missed 12.A.disappointed B.distracted C.upset D.frightened 13.A.present B.deal C.hug D.hand 14.A.e-mail B.greeting C.service D.hand 15.A.energetic B.enthusiastic C.talkative D.nervous 16.A.shook B.seized C.kissed D.warmed 17.A.situation B.decision C.comment D.behavior 18.A.worried about B.took care of C.laughed at D.looked up to 19.A.friend B.passerby C.passenger D.stranger 20.A.stressed B.ashamed C.bored D.moved
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阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词威括号内单词的正确形式。 It’s nice to go out 1.a meal at a restaurant. But what makes it extra special — apart from the food — is to receive attentive service from the staff. Seeing a service charge 2.(add) in your bill can leave a bad taste in your mouth. You 3. (face) with the dilemma of deciding to pay it, and whether you should add a tip on top. Putting your hand in your pocket to reward good service is a 4. (person) choice, but it also depends on where you are in the world. What is the norm in one city is not 5. (necessary) the norm in another. In some 6. (place) a tip is expected; but in 7., good service should be expected and ought to be included in the price. In the UK, people tending to be too polite 8.(complain), the service charge might be paid despite the quiet complaint 9. the service they received was not up to the standard! In the US, however everybody 10. (offer) 20% more as a tip. Maybe we should fallow Japan’s approach, tipping under any circumstance may seem rude because good service is standard and expected.
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假定英语课上老师要求同学之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处错误，每句中最多有两处。错误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。 Last summer holiday, my mother and I visited Xi’an that she grew up. It was a well-planned trip, so we had great time for the most part. But one night, something strange was happened. My mom wan playing games on her mobile phone in bed and I was lying nearby. Tired and boring, I was kicking the bed to pass the time. A few minutes later, my mom had enough of it and asked her, “Could you stop it?” I stopped, so she asked me to stop kick again only a few moments later. I complained, “I’ve already stopped.” My mom quickly glanced at my still leg and then she suddenly jumped up and shouted, “Earthquake!” With lightning speed, she rushes to me, grabbed my hand and took me to a safe place outside. By then, I was widely awake.
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假设你是李华，你想参加剑桥大学（University of Cambridge）的夏令营活动。请写封信向夏令营负责人Smith教授咨询相关事宜，要点如下： 1、表达你的意愿； 2、咨询相关事宜。 注意：1、词数100左右； 2、可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear Mr. Smith, _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Li Hua
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