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Art museums are places where people can learn about various cultures. The increasingly popular “design museums” that are opening today, however, perform quite a different role. Unlike most art museums, the design museums show objects that are easily found by the general public. These museums sometimes even place things like fridges and washing machines in the centre of the hall. People have argued that design museums are often made use of as advertisements for new industrial technology. But their role is not simply a matter of sales — it's the honouring of excellently invented products. The difference between the window of a department store and the showcase(玻璃陈列柜) in a design museum is that the first tries to sell you something, while the second tells you the success of a sale. One advantage of design museums is that they are places where people feel familiar with the exhibits. Unlike the average art museum visitors, design museum visitors seldom feel frightened or puzzled. This is partly because design museums clearly show how and why mass-produced products work and look as they do, and how design has improved the quality of our lives.Art museum exhibits, on the other hand, would most probably fill visitors with a feeling that there is something beyond their understanding. In recent years, several new design museums have opened their doors. Each of these museums has tried to satisfy the public’s growing interest in the field with new ideas. London's Design Museum, for example, shows a collection of mass-produced objects from Zippo lighters to electric typewriters to a group of Italian fish-tins.The choices open to design museums seem far less strict than those to art museums, and visitors may also sense the humorous part of our society while walking around the exhibits. 1.Showcases in design museums are different from store windows because they____. A. show more technologically advanced products B. help increase the sales of products C. show why the products have sold well D. attract more people than store windows do 2.The author believes that most design museum visitors ____. A. do not like mass-produced products B. are puzzled with technological exhibits C. dislike exhibits in art museums D. know the exhibits very well 3.The choices open to design museums ____. A. are not as strict as those to art museums B. are not aimed at interesting the public C. may fail to bring some pleasure to visitors D. may fail to attract more visitors 4.What is the best title for this passage？ A. The forms of design museums. B. The exhibits of design museums. C. The nature of design museums. D. The choices open to design museums.
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While famous foreign architects are invited to lead the designs of landmark buildings in China such as the new CCTV tower and the National Center for the Performing Arts, many excellent Chinese architects are making great efforts to take the center stage. Their efforts have been proven fruitful. Wang Shu, a 49-year-old Chinese architect, won the 2012 Pritzker Architecture Prize — which is often referred to as the Nobel Prize in architecture — on February 28. He is the first Chinese citizen to win this award. Wang serves as head of the Architecture Department at the China Academy of Art (CAA). His office is located at the Xiangshan campus(校园) of the university in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. Many buildings on the campus are his original creations. The style of the campus is quite different from that of most Chinese universities. Many visitors were amazed by the complex architectural space and abundant building types. The curves(曲线) of the buildings perfectly match the rise and fall of hills, forming a unique view. Wang collected more than 7 million abandoned bricks of different ages. He asked the workers to use traditional techniques to make the bricks into walls, roofs and corridors. This creation attracted a lot of attention thanks to its mixture of modern and traditional Chinese elements(元素). Wang’s works show a deep understanding of modern architecture and a good knowledge of traditions. Through such a balance, he had created a new type of Chinese architecture, said Tadao Ando, the winner of the 1995 Pritzker Prize. Wang believes traditions should not be sealed in glass boxes at museums. "That is only evidence that traditions once existed," he said. "Many Chinese people have a misunderstanding of traditions. They think tradition means old things from the past. In fact, tradition also refers to the things that have been developing and that are still being created, " he said. "Today, many Chinese people are learning Western styles and theories rather than focusing on Chinese traditions. Many people tend to talk about traditions without knowing what they really are, " said Wang. The study of traditions should be combined with practice. Otherwise, the recreation of traditions would be artificial and empty, he said. 1.Wang’s winning of the prize means that Chinese architects are ___________. A. following the latest world trend B. getting international recognition C. working harder than ever before D. relying on foreign architects 2.What impressed visitors to the CAA Xiangshan campus most? A. Its hilly environment. B. Its large size. C. Its unique style. D. Its diverse functions. 3.What made Wang’s architectural design a success? A. The mixture of different shapes. B. The balance of East and West. C. The use of popular techniques. D. The harmony of old and new. 4.What should we do about Chinese traditions according to Wang? A. Spread them to the world. B. Preserve them at museums. C. Teach them in universities. D. Recreate them in practice.
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Book your The Lion King tickets and London hotel package with us here at SuperBreak and you can look forward to an exciting theatre break in the UK's capital! The Lion King begins with a huge musical celebration.Born to the King of the Jungle Mufasa, Simba is the new hope and heir to his father's throne.Not everyone is happy; Simba's jealous uncle Scar laments his lost chance to be King and plots to kill both Mufasa and Simba.As we watch Simba grow up—with a little help from his friends Timon and Pumbaa—he must finally decide whether to return to the kingdom and try to reclaim his rightful place as The Lion King. Twenty years after the incredibly popular film, The Lion King lives on at London's Lyceum Theatre.With a string of awards and an incredible soundtrack that is as fantastic as it is familiar, The Lion King is a huge hit with both audiences and critics. Book your The Lion King tickets and hotel through us and experience this must－see show for the entire family.Sure to make any London hotel package extra special, add a SuperBreak London theatre trip to The Lion King and find out why over 75 million people worldwide have seen and fallen in love with this spectacular production. Performance times for the Lion King Musical: Tuesday—Saturday: 7：30 pm; Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday: 2：30 pm.Nearest London Underground Station: Covent Garden. Please note: The show is recommended for ages 6 and up.Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted into the theatre. 1.Who would be the King of the kingdom？ A. Simba. B. Mufasa. C. Timon. D. Scar. 2.On what day is The Lion King shown twice one day？ A. Tuesday. B. Wednesday. C. Saturday. D. Sunday. 3.What's the purpose of the text？ A. To sell The Lion King tickets. B. To report the latest event. C. To introduce a period of history. D. To recommend a film to the readers.
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Harper Lee, the author of To Kill a Mockingbird, has died at the age of 89.The book remains a towering presence in American literature.It tells the tale that a white lawyer defends a black man accused of rape in the Deep South.It sold more than 40 million copies worldwide.55 years after it was published, in 2015, she released the sequel, Go Set a Watchman.
Harper Lee was born in 1926 in Monroeville, Alabama.She was the youngest of four children of lawyer Amasa Coleman Lee and Frances Cunningham Finch Lee.She was a guardedly private person, respected and protected by residents of her town, rarely giving interviews despite her fame. Tributes have been paid to the Alabama－born writer.Former US President George W Bush, who awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2007, said she was “a legendary novelist and lovely lady”．Lee's literary agent Andrew Nurnberg said: “Knowing Lee these past few years has been not just a complete delight but an extraordinary privilege.When I saw her just six weeks ago, she was full of life, her mind and rapid thought as sharp as ever.We have lost a great writer, a great friend.”Spencer Madrie is the owner of an independent book store in Lee's hometown.It focuses largely on Lee's works.He said: “The world has lost a brilliant mind and a great writer.We will remember Harper Lee for her straightness, her talent, and the truths she gave the world, perhaps before the world was ready.We are grateful to have had a connection to an author who offered so much.There will always be something missing from Monroeville and the world largely in the absence of Harper Lee.” 1.The book, To Kill a Mockingbird, ____. A. is also called Go Set a Watchman B. is a tale about a war between the white and the black C. is a monument work D. was published in 2015 2.We can know from the passage that ____. A. Harper Lee often receives the interviews B. Harper Lee is respected with his fame C. Harper Lee is protected by all the family D. Harper Lee was a selfish person 3.Which of the following tributes is NOT true about Harper Lee？ A. She was awarded with Presidential Medal of Freedom. B. She was frank and told the truth of the world. C. She was talent and had brilliant mind. D. She had certain privilege over other people. 4.The author's attitude to Harper Lee's death is ____. A. worried B. grateful C. sorrowful D. surprised
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Ways to Help Your Teen Adjust to a New School In an ideal world, a teen could start and finish their schooling at the same school.1..And while a move to a new city can be stressful for the entire family, it may be especially difficult for your teenager.Use these strategies to help your teen adjust to a new school. 2. The adjustment period begins before your teen ever steps foot into the new school.Point out the new opportunities that'll be available.If you have confidence that you can make it in a new city or a new job, your teen will feel more confident about his ability to succeed in a new school. Listen to your teen's concerns If you don't have an open relationship with your teen currently, now it is time to build one.It's easiest to get him to open up when he's feeling unsure.3.. Is he worried about new teachers? Does he doubt his ability to make the basketball team? Talk about your reasons for moving 4.. If you're preparing for a better career opportunity, or you need to find a new house because you can't afford to stay where you are, talk about it. Learn about the new school ahead of time Conduct as much research as possible about the new school before your teen starts attending.Get your teen to find out about the size of the school and the types of classes offered.5..Talking to a network guidance counselor ahead of time can also be helpful. A．Keep a positive attitude B．Develop your teen's different abilities C．Keep asking questions about his biggest concerns D．Be honest with your teen about why you're moving E．Most schools have websites that offer a wealth of information F．Joining a club or playing a sport can be a great way for your teen G．However, when a family must move, a teenager must switch schools
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She was six years old when I first met her on the beach near where I live.She was building something and ______， her eyes as blue as the sea. “Hello，” she said. I answered with a ______. “I'm building，” she said. “I see that.” I answered, not ______.I walked on. “Come again，” she called.“We'll have a______ day.” The days and weeks that ______ were dull.The sun was ______ one morning and I went to the beach.I had forgotten the child and was surprised when she ______. We talked as we walked along the beach, but my ______ was on other things.When I ______ for home, Wendy said it had been a happy day.I felt ______ better. Three weeks later, I went to the beach and ______ her again.She seemed unusually pale and out of ______. A month or so after that, when I went to the beach, she wasn't there.I went to the cottage and knocked at the door.A ______ looking young woman opened the door. “Hello，” I said.I'm Robert Peterson.I missed your little girl today and ______ where she was. “Wendy died last week, Mr.Peterson.She had leukemia (白血病)．Maybe she didn't tell you.She loved this beach.She seemed so much better here and had a lot of what she ______ happy days.She left something for you.” She ______ me an envelope.Inside was a ______ with a yellow beach and a blue sea.Underneath (底部) was six ______：A BEACH TO BRING YOU JOY. Tears in eyes, I took Wendy's mother in my ______. “I'm so sorry, I'm sorry，” we wept together. The little picture is framed (加框)now and ______ in my room.It means courage and love to me. 1.A. looked up B. turned up C. put up D. got up 2.A. hope B. nod C. song D. tear 3.A. leaving B. losing C. worrying D. caring 4.A. different B. sorry C. lucky D. happy 5.A. followed B. caught C. brought D. introduced 6.A. filling B. breaking C. shining D. forming 7.A. recovered B. settled C. suffered D. appeared 8.A. way B. mind C. decision D. mistake 9.A. left B. searched C. woke D. packed 10.A. sadly B. exactly C. angrily D. surprisingly 11.A. met B. picked C. realised D. concerned 12.A. danger B. control C. breath D. date 13.A. calm B. happy C. nice D. sad 14.A. understood B. wondered C. learned D. doubted 15.A. told B. saw C. agreed D. called 16.A. pushed B. reached C. handed D. held 17.A. playing B. drawing C. digging D. travelling 18.A. pictures B. memories C. words D. dreams 19.A. arms B. cars C. gifts D. wishes 20.A. hangs B. protects C. raises D. remains
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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。 Everyone has his or her own way of saying things and his or her own special expressions.Many everyday American expressions are based 1. colours.Red is a hot colour.Americans often use 2. to express heat.They may say they are red hot about something unfair.When they are red hot they are very 3.(anger) about something.The small hot tasting peppers found in many Mexican foods 4.(call) red hots for their colour and their spicy taste.Fast loud music is popular with many people.They may say the music is red hot, of 5.(especial) the kind called Dixieland jazz.Pink is a 6.(light) kind of red.People sometimes say they are in the pink 7. they are in good health.The expression was first used in America at the beginning of the 8.(twenty) century.It probably came from the fact that many 9.(baby) are born with a nice pink colour which shows that they are in good health.Blue is a cool colour.The traditional blues music in the United States is 10. opposite of red hot music.Blues is slow, sad and soulful (伤感的)．Someone who is blue is very sad.
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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处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅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：在错的词下画一横线，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。 Dear Sir， I am writing to ask about the opportunity to do the website operation for the students' union.I am a student from Class Two, Senior Two, which is warm－hearted, patient and willing to serve for my fellow schoolmates in my spare time.I believe my strongly ability to communicate and my team spirit can qualified me for it.What's more, I had some experience of making and operating website.I am sure that I'm capable of doing a job well.I'd high appreciate it if you could take application into consideration. Looking forward to hear from you immediately. Yours sincerely， Li Hua
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假设你是新华中学的学生张凯，班里从外地转来一名学生李华，他一时无法融入新的班集体中，感到很苦恼。请根据下列要点用英语给他写一封建议信。 1.帮他分析原因； 2.给他提出建议； 3.陈述你帮助他的具体打算。 注意：词数100左右。 ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
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