From Teen Activist to TIME’s Person of the Year
With her selection, Greta Thunberg, the famous 16-year-old Swedish climate activist, has become the ______________individual ever to be named Time’s Person of the Year.
While the magazine has a long record of ____________the power of young people, the ____________have never before selected a _____________. The _____________individual to hold the record for youngest person of the Year was 25-year-old Charles Lindbergh in 1927.
Thunberg gained international attention for ____________world leaders for their inaction in the ____________crisis in a viral speech she made at the U.N. Climate Action Summit in September. She criticized world leaders again at the COP25 (联合国气候变化大会)conference last week.
“Thunberg has become the ___________ voice on the biggest issue facing the planet,” Time editor-in-chief Edward Felsenthal wrote.
At the age of eight, when Thunberg first learned about climate change, she was ___________that adults did not appear to take the issue ____________. It was _________ for her to take_______ in her own life; she stops herself ____________flying, eats no meat or dairy and she has a shop stop, meaning that she doesn’t buy new things.
On August 20, 2018, Thunberg decided that it was time for her to take her ________ to the next level and_______________. She _____others to launch climate-change strikes around the world last year. She ________school and sat down _____________Sweden’s parliament (议会) with a self-made banner “school strike for climate.” She also invited more than two million students across 135 countries to join her _____________ “Fridays for Future” _______by staging walkouts at their own schools. This past March, Thunberg was nominated(提名) for the Nobel Peace Prize.
1.A.cleverest B.oldest C.activest D.youngest
2.A.awarding B.recognizing C.organizing D.paying
3.A.editors B.managers C.writers D.leaders
4.A.girl B.female C.teenager D.student
5.A.previous B.next C.second D.last
6.A.praising B.commenting C.condemning D.praying
7.A.climate B.financial C.education D.economic
8.A.smallest B.lowest C.only D.biggest
9.A.excited B.determined C.delighted D.shocked
10.A.seriously B.carefully C.nervously D.bravely
11.A.vital B.crazy C.enthusiastic D.unique
12.A.trouble B.measures C.advice D.exams
13.A.in B.on C.from D.before
14.A.efforts B.decisions C.work D.study
15.A.act out B.speak out C.pick out D.set out
16.A.forced B.led C.motivated D.taught
17.A.attended B.joined C.returned D.skipped
18.A.in front of B.at the back of C.in the middle of D.behind
19.A.weekly B.monthly C.yearly D.daily
20.A.lesson B.lecture C.campaign D.meeting
How to keep yourself safe from new virus?
After a new-type coronavirus was detected in viral pneumonia cases in Central China's Wuhan city three months ago, more cases have been reported in recent days. 1.:
1. Wear masks outdoors
●Wearing a mask is one of the most effective ways to protect you from getting infected.
●Make sure to wear it properly by tightening up the nose clip and pulling the bottom of it over your chin.
●2., a mask is also needed to prevent you from spreading germs to others.
2. Cover your coughs and sneeze with tissue
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, or you can cough or sneeze into your sleeve, but avoid covering with your hands directly.
3. 3.
Wash your hands with soap and running water thoroughly for at least 15 seconds.
● Before eating and after using the toilet
● After returning home
● After touching trash or garbage
● After contacting with animals or handling animal wastes
4. Strengthen your immune system and exercise regularly
● Exercise regularly is one of the most important ways to help you stay away from catching any infections.
● Make sure that shared spaces have good air flow and avoid going to crowded places such as hospitals, railway stations and airports. 4.
● Seek prompt medical attention if you have symptoms of fever and respiratory infection.
● Avoid close contact with people who have flu or cold-like symptoms.
●5.. Avoid contact with wild animals or farmed livestock without any protection.
A.If your hands are not visibly dirty
B.Eat thoroughly cooked meat and eggs
C.Wash your hands frequently and properly
D.Protect yourself and others from getting sick
E.Wear a mask if transport or movement is necessary
F.If you’re not feeling well or have symptoms of fever
G.To prevent catching the infection, here’s what you can do
The executive committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency(WADA，世界反兴奋剂组织) agreed to a series of tough measures against Russia on December 9. According to The Washington Post, it is the most severe punishment to date in the years-long Russian doping saga (兴奋剂事件).
Russia is prohibited from participating in all major international sports events in the next four years, including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. The country will also be banned from hosting any major sports events.
The reason for such severe punishment is that WADA believes the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA) did not actively cooperate with its investigation. WADA also claims that the sample data submitted by the Moscow laboratory in January 2019 was incomplete and untrue. A great deal of data was deleted and changed.
Under the four-year ban, the Russian flag and anthem (国歌) are also prohibited from being displayed at major events. Only ''clean'' Russian athletes will be allowed to participate in international competitions under a neutral flag if they can provide the necessary proof.
Several countries and organizations have already upheld (支持) WADA's decision. The International Olympic Committee states that the decision is binding (有约束力的) and will also support the ruling (裁决) of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (国际体育仲裁法庭) in the future if Russia appeals. Norway said it would refuse Russia's participation in the Ski World Cup in2023.
The head of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency said the ruling against Russia was “too moderate” and that the failure to ban Russian athletes from participating in any sports event was a blow to international sports. Although RUSADA will have three weeks to appeal against WADA's decision, according to the reaction of other organizations, there is a high possibility that the penalties will be carried out.
Russian president Vladimir Putin said the country had every reason to appeal against the decision. ''The key thing, and everyone is in agreement here, any punishment has to be individual, has to be targeted based on what a particular individual has done. We can't have collective punishment, '' Putin stressed. ''We cannot punish people who have nothing to do what so ever with violations.''
Despite the ban, Russia will be able to compete at Euro 2020 — in which St. Petersburg will be a host city — as European football’s governing body UEFA is not defined as a ''major event organization. ''
1.What does the underlined word prohibit in paragraph 2 mean?
A.To forbid. B.To force. C.To encourage. D.To urge.
2.Which of the following statements is true?
A.In 2021 Russian can host some major sports events.
B.Under the ban, the Russian flag and anthem can be displayed at major events.
C.No Russian athletes will be allowed to participate in international competitions.
D.Russian president Vladimir Putin is against the punishment.
3.Where can you find this passage?
A.In a guidebook. B.In a madcine journal.
C.In a science news report. D.In a sports news report.
4.What is the author's attitude to the ban?
A.Supportive. B.Objective. C.Indifferent. D.Puzzled.
Art and culture is lived and breathed in every corner of Canada. Due to a racial and immigrant(移民的) population, the variety and richness of art and sports is very evident.
Since World War Ⅱ, Canada has produced an impressive amount of writing. From novels to poetry, the selection is wide. Native writers are also becoming better known across Canada in recent years.
Musicians are reaching a higher level of recognition in the world music scene. Everything from country to pop, classical to heavy rock can be found across Canada and across the globe performed by Canadian artists.
The National Film Board, a film crew in Canada, is the most famous producer of movies in Canada. However, many Hollywood studios are turning to Canada as an alternative(供替代的选择) to the more expensive US. Many well-known actors, directors, screen writers and movies come from Canada and often scoop awards for their work.
French art was the first to appear in Canada along the St Lawrence in and around Quebec. Since then the volume of art and artists has increased. Canadian photography as well as painting by Canadians is not well-known outside of Canada but recognition is increasing.
Sport is a major part of today’s society in Canada. Hockey is the most popular sport with more participants taking part in curling(冰壶). American-style football and baseball are also very popular and all of these sports are played across Canada.
1.Canada has many forms of art and culture because it has ___________.
A.a long history B.a large area
C.a large population D.a variety of immigrants
2.What does the underlined word ＂scoop＂ mean in the passage?
A.Expect. B.Set up.
C.Harvest. D.Ignore.
3.Which group of Canadian artists is well-known all over the world today?
A.Native writers and screen writers. B.Photographers and actors.
C.Painters and writers. D.Musicians, actors and directors.
4.What would be the best title for the passage?
A.Brief Introduction to Canada
B.Canadian Arts, Culture and Sports
C.Canadian Artists
D.Canadian Arts and Culture Are World Famous
When I was three, my parents took me to have an operation in India, which stopped my eyesight from deteriorating（恶化）. Several years later we moved to Pakistan, where I received 12 operations within one year and went completely blind. Later, I realized that the doctors used me as an experiment.
I met my husband when he came over from India to study. I wanted to go to India to marry him, but it was almost impossible to emigrate. I made a crazy plan to cross the borders of several countries to get to India. I was arrested in the first country I escaped to. Back in Pakistan, I lost my job and was asked to sign a “never-to-escape” promise. Instead, when I got home, I made a cup of coffee and decided to make a formal application for emigration. The chance was slim, and people who applied to go to India found it hard to find a job in Pakistan while they were waiting. In the end, my husband managed to smooth the way for my emigration. We got married and had children. But after nine years, he died of brain cancer. I was helpless for a while, and then I learned to face reality optimistically. He taught us happiness came from inside us.
Six years ago, I brought home a dog called Moritz from the seeing-eye dog centre. He was short with long ears. No one liked him because of his pathetic（可怜的）appearance. We were almost always together. Moritz could not leave me for even one minute. Now when I walk down the street, not like before, people will come up and say, “What a good seeing-eye dog!”, and have a little chat with me as a normal creature.
I’m now working for the Association of the Blind and I have many good friends, and a special friend in Hamburg. It is a wonderful feeling to speak freely with someone I can’t see, to trust one another.
1.The author went blind just because _______.
A. she was born completely blind
B. she received an operation in India
C. her parents didn’t pay attention to her illness
D. she was unluckily put to the test
2.What does the underlined part in Paragraph 2 mean?
A. It was full of hope to unite with her husband.
B. Emigrating to India was never easy at that time.
C. She was very thin and weak at that hard time.
D. There was little chance to find a job in India.
3. When the author walked down the street before, people may _________.
A. look down upon her and view her as a poor being
B. chat with her with great warmth
C. criticize how ugly her dog looked
D. respect her for her independence
4. From the text, we learn the author is ________.
A. a burden not only for her family but also for the society
B. a kind-hearted lady protecting wretched pets
C. not an obedient citizen
D. a determined and optimistic person
Ottawa is located on the south bank of the Ottawa River, east of Southern Ontario. It borders the cities of Quebec and Gatineau.
How to Reach Plane --- Ottawa is served by its main international airport, Ottawa Macdonald -Cartier International Aiport, which services several Canadian and American cities, with international flights to some European cities, such as London and Frankfurt.
Bus--- the city has easily accessible buses with their public transport system named OC Transpo, which serves areas around the city. The Greyhound offers long-haul trips to neighboring cities.
Boat--- water shuttle taxis that are eco-friendly can take passengers through the Ottawa and Gatineau River.
Train--- there is a major train station in Ottawa located downtown.
Taxi --- taxi services are easily accessible in Ottawa's downtown districts.
Bike --- Ottawa has more than 200 km of bike paths and tourists and visitors can rent bikes all around the city.
When to Visit
The best time to visit Ottawa is between March and May. This is when temperatures start to rise and the city is in bloom. The summer season is the most popular time to visit the city, as the good weather coincides with Ottawa's celebration of special events.
1.Where cannot you arrive directly from Ottawa by plane?
A.South Africa. B.Canada. C.America. D.England.
2.Which is the best means of transport friendly to the environment?
A.By plane. B.By bus. C.By boat. D.By train
3.When will a person interested in celebrations visit Ottawa?
A.In March. B.In spring. C.In June. D.In winter.
