Australia is a developed country and the future of its solar industry is looking bright after a record 3.5m panels (嵌板) were installed on rooftops last year, giving the equal output of a medium-sized coal-fired power station. The record 1,057 MW of capacity (生产能力) in small-scale systems installed across the country broke the previous record set in 2012, figures from the Clean Energy Regulator showed on Tuesday.
Australia's solar power prosperity could almost double capacity in a year. The data also revealed that the average system size has also doubled since then from three to six kilowatts as average prices continued to fall. A fully installed 5KW system costs an average of $5,930 in Australia, according to the energy broker Solarchoice. net. au. Its records show that the price has roughly halved in many capital cities since 2012.
The regulator's executive general manager, Mark Williamson, said there was increasing interest in renewals as a way to take control of electricity bills. But more importantly, he said it was also good news for reducing carbon emissions.
“We are seeing a wide cross-section of Australians-households, community centers, schools, and small businesses-receiving rewards under the small-scale renewable energy scheme,” Williamson said. “Our data shows consumers are embracing renewable energy to take control of their electricity bills.”
In 2017, there was a 41% increase in installing renewable energy capacity across all states and territories compared to 2016. Queensland led the way with installed capacity at 295MW, with the Australian Capital Territory taking top place for the biggest annual increase by 57%. “The data collected by the Clean Energy Regulator in 2017 reflects the industry is going from strength to strength. It looks like 2018 will be another big year for the solar industry.”
The total of installed capacity for last year is expected to rise to 1,070MW when all the data is collected. A large coal-fired power station such as Loyd Yang A in Victoria's Latrobe Valley has a capacity of 2,200MW.
1.What do we know about the Australia's solar industry from the first paragraph?
A. It's still risky.
B. It's promising.
C. It's unpredictable.
D. It's within expectation.
2.What's the reason for the Australia's solar industry's development?
A. The entire decrease of the carbon emissions.
B. The autonomous control of the electricity bills.
C. The doubt about the capacity of coal-fired power station.
D. The continuous fall of the average price of installing a solar energy system.
3.What does the underlined phrase“ from strength to strength” in Paragraph 5 suggest?
A. Australia's solar industry is being accepted.
B. Australia's solar industry is developing rapidly.
C. Australia's solar industry is more practical than before.
D. Australia's solar industry is more advanced than other countries.
4.What is the biggest feature of the renewable energy according to Mark Williams?
A. Reducing pollution.
B. Providing enough energy.
C. Lowering electricity bills.
D. Simplifying installed equipment.
It's pleased to receive gifts from your loved ones. I have received many Christmas gifts over the years. But the best gift I ever received was presented to me by a stranger. I never even knew his name and I only had contact with him for less than 60 seconds. His Christmas present to me changed the way I had thought about people and Christmas.
It was several years ago when my wife asked me to meet her at the local department store on Black Friday morning. They had advertised a child's bike that she wanted to purchase for our son. We stood with a very large crowd, waiting for the manager to blow the whistle. After a while, the whistle blew. It was like throwing a bucket of fish into a tank of sharks. I told my wife that if we obtained a bike, fine, but if we did not, I was OK with that too.
As the shelf of bikes began to gradually decrease in size, I saw my polite opportunity to wrap my hands around the corner of one of the boxes. I lifted it off the box and suddenly felt some mild resistance. I looked up to see one of the largest gentlemen I had ever seen in my life. Threat was not the word to describe his presence. He was decorated with numerous belts of metal pointed leather around both arms and even his neck. Tattoos (文身) were an obvious passion of his.
I started to return anxiously the box but he gently pushed it back in my direction and back into my hands. He then directed it into my shopping cart. He looked at me, smiled, and said, “Merry Christmas. ” My wife and I went to the checkout, paid for the bike and went home. All the way home I was thinking that this moment was by far the best Christmas gift I had ever received. The kindness of a stranger that broke all previous views I may have had of stereotypes and prejudices. I will never forget the tenderness of a human heart in a simple act.
1.Why does the author view the gift as the best one?
A. Because it was given by a stranger.
B. Because it was donated by a charity:
C. Because it improved his level of living.
D. Because it changed his opinion on people.
2.What can we know about the bike mentioned in Paragraph 2?
A. It sold well that night.
B. It was attractive to women.
C. It was sold at a lower price.
D. It was equipped with a whistle.
3.What can we infer about the stranger with tattoos?
A. He was awful in appearance but kind in heart.
B. He was handsome and good-mannered.
C. He was big but cautious in behavior.
D. He was lovely and energetic.
4.What may be the best title for the text?
A. A True Gentleman I Met
B. The Best Gift I Ever Received
C. A Choice That Changed My View
D. A Stranger Who Gave Me a Gift
The best bikes for the beginners
When it comes to purchasing your first bike, the choice is endless, making it tough to know what to go for. Here are the the best buys on the market right now.
1. Boardman Cx Comp
This is a cross country bike, and it’s so multifunctional that you can handle any terrain(地势) on it , making it a great choice for those wanting to try various cycling subjects. If you leave on the thick tires it comes with, it can ride on various paths and can even handle some less demanding mountain bike routes. Alternatively, put on thin, smooth tires and treat it asa road bike. It has a basket and comes with Shimano Sora gears (变速器), which are outstanding for its price.
£650, Halfords
2. Planet X RT-58 v2
Planet X is based in Yorkshire, which means you’d probably have to buy this bike without seeing it. But it’s worth it，because this is an excellent machine at a lower price, Planet X is a highly rated manufacturer and this model comes with Shimano Sora gearing.
£585, Planet X
3. Specialized Allez E5
Specialized is one of the biggest and most popular brands in cycling, and this is its hugely popular primary road bike. It comes with solid components from front to back and you’ll look great out on the road.
£ 75, Evans Cycles
4. Boardman Road Team Carbon
If you can push your budget further still, this bike is worth the extra investment. The frame is made entirely from carbon, which is lighter, faster and more comfortable than the composition metal models above and gives you an all round and more enjoyable ride. It also means that if you get really serious about cycling, you don’t have to upgrade as quickly as you would with a cheaper bike.
£800, Halfords
1.What is special about Boardman CX Comp?
A. Its Shimano Sora gears.
B. Its reasonable price.
C. Its various functions.
D. Its firm tires.
2.Which one has the lowest price but with Shimano Sora gears?
A. Planet X RT-58 v2.
B. Specialized Allez E5.
C. Boardman CX Comp.
D. Boardman Road Team Carbon,
3.What can we learn about the bikes mentioned in the text?
A. Planet X RT 58 v2 has been sold out so far,
B. Boardman Cx Comp is actually a mountain bike.
C. Specialized Allez E5 is designed for senior cyclists.
D. Boardman Road Team Carbon is made by special materials.
假设你是李华，最近你刚交的笔友Jonah要来北京旅游，但他来信想让你提前给他简单介绍一下北京。请你根据所给提示给他回信。
1. 中国的首都，是政治、经济、文化中心；
2. 主要景点有长城（世界上最长的人工建筑）、故宫（世界最大、最完整的木质古建筑）、颐和园（园林杰作）等，它们均被列入了世界遗产名录。
注意：1. 词数100左右（开头和结尾已给出，但不计入总词数）；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 参考词汇：杰作masterpiece；世界遗产名录the World Heritage List。
Dear Jonah,
How is everything with you?
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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：在缺词处加一个漏词符号（∧），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, I got a part-time job like a waiter. I worked hardly and was very helpful. Everyone in the restaurant including some regular customer liked me. One day, a foreign couple, which were in their fifties, entered the restaurant. I was happy to have a chance to practice my spoken English. I went up to greet them warmly. After I took their order, I told them their food will be served quickly because us Chinese respect the elderly. Hearing my words, a look of displeasure was appeared on the wife’s face. Seen my confused look, her husband explained to me the westerners disliked the description “old”. I made a apology to them, keeping in mind the lesson cultural differences should never be ignored (忽视).
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.
My husband and I were paying a visit1.my parents in Tucson. We went to a fast﹣food restaurant for dinner together.My husband went to the counter2.(order) dishes and I stood with my parents.
My dad is 90years old. He can hardly see very well and walks with a stick. I was scanning the restaurant,3.(wait) to sit at the first table that was4.(convenient) than others.A woman who was sitting with her son made eye contact with me and asked me to come to her. With a5.(puzzle) look on my face, I pointed to myself and said, "Me?" She6.(nod) and said, "Yes,you." I walked to the table and she said," Bring your family here. I can finish eating at the counter. My son is in7.hurry to leave anyway." My eyes8.(fill) with tears as she wiped down the table and guided my dad to the seat.
I always believe that there are9.(nature) kind people in this world.This woman has set a good example to her son,10.is a really lucky guy.
