TED is a non-profit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from three worlds: Technology, Entertainment, and Design.Since then it has stepped into more and more fields. It includes two annual ( 年度的) conferences-the TED Conference on the North American West Coast each spring, and the TED Global Conference in Edinburgh UK each summer, which bring together the world's most excellent thinkers and doers,who are challenged to give the talk of their lives ( in 18 minutes or less).
On ted. com, we make the best talks and performances from TED and partners available to the world, for free. More than 1 ,200 TED talks are now available,' with more added each week,which cover almost all topics from science to business to global issues- in more than 110 languages. They really help share ideas in communities around the world.
We believe in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and eventually, the world. So we' re building here a clearinghouse (信息交流中心 ) that offers free knowledge and inspiration from the world's most inspired thinkers, and also a community of curious souls to engage with ideas and each other. Have an idea? We want to hear from you.
Today, TED is best thought of as a global community. It's a community welcoming people from every field and culture who seek a deeper understanding of the world.
Want to follow TED? Here are the ways to connect:
Get TED news and conference coverage ( 新闻报道) on the TED Blog.
Follow TED on Twitter:
@TED News for all TED news and information
@TED Talks for daily TED Talk release only
See photos from TED events on Flicker.
1.What do we learn about TED's two annual conferences?
A. Great thinkers and doers give inspiring talks in them.
B. Both conferences organize entertaining programmes.
C. One is held in Asia, and the other is in North America.
D. Most members in the conferences are from the entertainment field.
2.Which of the following can best describe TED's task?
A. Spreading great ideas. B. Spreading foreign cultures.
C. Educating young people. D. Bringing peace to the world.
3.Where can we watch TED video Talks according to the passage?
A. On Facebook. B. On ted. com.
C. On TED Blog. D. On Flicker.
4.What does the author think of TED?
A. It is interesting. B. It's beneficial.
C. It's a common program. D. It needs improving.
Every year, millions of people head to London's Trafalgar Square to see Nelson's Column,and the four Iion statues that “guard” it. And last month, during the London Design Festival, a bright red lion sculpture was added to the collection.
But this was more than just a statue: It had a large open mouth, with an LED screen inside it.At the same time, passersby could type in random words on a screen close to the lion, which were used to produce an AI-created poem. The most interesting part of the poems lies in their randomness, as the words that people choose to enter include many things, such as the time, the weather and their mood. Ín the daytime, the finished poem appeared on the LED screen, but at night, it was projected (投射) onto the lion's body and the famous Nelson’s Column, in a 1ovely light display.
Es Devlin, the sculpture's creator, was inspired by the history behind the four historic lion statues. Edwin Landseer, the designer of the lions, wanted them to look much more animạted, but Queen Vietoria refused his plan. This made Devlin wonder, "What if we could give a lion a poetic voice?". According to Devlin, althọugh England has seen many poems about national identity in recent years, these works have been lacking imagination. "I wanted to make a piece that was poetic and collective" he told BBC News.
Afier standing for almost 180 years, the purpose of Trafalgar Square has changed over the years. But thanks to the high-tech lion and its poetry, the square is standing the test of time.
1.Why was the red lion more than just a statue?
A. It had an LED screen inside it. B. It had a larger mouth than the others.
C. It could produce an AI-created poem. D. Poems were projected onto the lion's body-
2.Which of the following best explains "randomness" underlined in Paragraph2?
A. Lacking styles. B. Not having regular patterns.
C. Being special. D. Attraction to readers.
3.What does Devlin think of poems about national identity in England in recent years?
A. They are creative. B. They are not popular.
C. They are not imaginative. D. They are poetic and collective.
4.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Es Devlin's New Creation. B. The London Design Festival.
C. A Big Event in Trafalgar Square. D. The red lion in Trafalgar Square.
Rotnest Hostel Guide
The Rottnest Island Hostel is a great low budget option for guests visiting The Rottnest Island.
The hostel has 50 beds (including family rooms and dormitories, a fully equipped kitchen and a lounge with television. Public shower facilities (设施) are available on each floor. Hostel beds are supplied with beddings but guests will need to bring their own towels or hire them by contacting Rottnest Island Reservations at least 48 hours ahẹad of arrival.
The hostel family rooms have recently had an upgrade to include a small fridge, wardrobe and shelf storage facility. There is also addtional outside seating for those using the public kitchen and BBQ areas.
Room Cost:
Family Room: From $80 to $117 depending on season
Dormitory: From $45 to $53 depending on length of stay
Buffet Breakfast: 7.00 am- 9.00 am
Cost: Pre-booked $15 per person ($18.50 walk-in).
Pre-booked $40 per family of 2 adults & 2 children up to 14yrs ($45 walk-in).
Buffet Dinner: 5.45 pm- 9.00 pm
Main Course: Roast Pork or Roast Beef, Curries, Pasta. Vegetarian Stir Fry. Steamed Rice,Salad,Roast Potatoes,Garlic or Cheese Bread
Dessert: Ice Cream & Fruit Salad
Drink: Water & Coffee or Tea
Cost: Pre-booked $25 per person ($30 walk-in).
Pre-booked $50 per family of 2 adults & 2 children up to 14yrs ($55 walk-in).
To pre-book your meals, please call RIA Reservations on 9432 911.
Please Note:
Public showers are limited to 20 minutes.
Bookings for the dormitories cannot be made online.
Alcohol is not permitted within the dorms, hostel and BBQ areas.
1.Which of the following will NOT be supplied in the hostel rooms?
A. Pillows. B. Towels. C. Blankets. D. Beddings.
2.How much will a couple with 2 children (5 yrs and 15 yrs) need to pay for their dinner at least?
A. $50. B. $55. C. $75. D. $85.
3.Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A. The hostel family rooms are better equipped than before.
B. This is one of the most expensive hostels on the island.
C. Visitors can book the dormitories through the Internet.
D. Coffee, tea and alcohol are available during the buffet dinner.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.What do we know about Billy's family?
A. They live a hard life.
B. His father works in a post office,
C. There are only three pecople in his family
2.How does Billy deliver newspapers every day?
A. By bike. B. By bus. C. On foot.
3.How much does Billy usually earn every month?
A. About $18. B. About $64. C. About $80.
4.What does Blly save some money for?
A. Having a holiday B. Starting his business. C. Continuing his schooling.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Why does Lucy look pale?
A. She is on a diet. B. She had no breakfast. C. She didn't sleep well.
2.What did Lucy usually have for breakfast?
A. Porridge or noodles. B. Bread, eggs and milk C. Some fruit.
3.When does the man usually have breakfast
A. At about 6:10. B. At about 6:40. C. At about 6:30.
4.What do we know about Lucy?
A. She will do more exercise.
B. She will get up early tomorrow.
C. She will call the man tomorrow.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Why did the car stop?
A. It had a broken engine. B. It broke down. C. It was out of gas.
2.How will the speakers solve the problem?
A. Wait for the next car. B. Take a taxi. C. Call the police.
3.What had the speakers planned to do?
A. Go home. B. Visit a friend. C. Spend the night in a hotel.
