World No Tobacco Day (世界无烟日) is observed around the world annually on May 31st. It is a global initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about the health risks associated with tobacco use and to advocate for effective policies to reduce tobacco (烟草) consumption.
Tobacco use is a leading cause of preventable deaths worldwide and is responsible for numerous health problems, including various types of cancer, heart disease, respiratory diseases, and other chronic conditions. Currently, more than 8 million deaths are caused annually worldwide, including 1.2 million deaths from second-hand smoke exposure in non-smokers.
The Member States of the WHO created World No Tobacco Day in 1987 to draw global attention to the tobacco and the preventable death and disease it causes. In 1987, the World Health Assembly passed Resolution WHA40.38, calling for 7th April 1988 to be a world no-smoking day. “In 1988, Resolution WHA42.19 was passed, calling for the celebration of World No Tobacco Day, every year on 31st May.
On World No Tobacco Day, numerous activities and initiatives take place globally to promote tobacco control. These can include public awareness campaigns, educational programs in schools and communities, smoking cessation support, advocacy for stronger tobacco control policies, and various events to encourage individuals to quit smoking.
Each year, the WHO chooses a specific theme for World No Tobacco Day to focus on a particular aspect of tobacco control. The theme may address issues such as the impact of tobacco on lung health, ‘the dangers of tobacco industry marketing strategies, or the importance of providing assistance to individuals who want to quit smoking. This theme then becomes the central component of the WHO’s tobacco-related agenda for the following year. The WHO oversees the creation and distribution of publicity materials related to the theme, including brochures, fliers, posters, websites, and press releases.
The ultimate purpose of World No Tobacco Day is to raise awareness, encourage individuals to quit tobacco use, and prevent young people from starting smoking. Since 1988, the WHO has presented one or more awards to organizations or individuals who have made exceptional contributions to reducing tobacco consumption.
【小题1】What’s the main idea of paragraph 2?| A．Worldwide tobacco use. |
| B．Great harm caused by tobacco use. |
| C．Preventable deaths caused by tobacco use. |
| D．Death caused by second-hand smoke exposure. |
| A．World No Tobacco Day was passed on 7th April 1988. |
| B．Celebration date of World No Tobacco Day is not fixed. |
| C．World No Tobacco Day is celebrated with many activities and initiatives. |
| D．Currently, over 8 million deaths are caused by second-hand smoke exposure. |
| A．It is always about the dangers of second-hand smoke. |
| B．It highlights the positive effects of tobacco on health. |
| C．It advocates for effective policies to increase production. |
| D．It changes annually to focus on different aspects of tobacco control. |
| A．To prevent young people from quitting smoking. |
| B．To encourage individuals to give up tobacco use. |
| C．To raise awareness about health risks related to tobacco use. |
| D．To advocate for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption. |
Here are the most popular festivals & fairs events in New York this year.
Fanfaire NYC--High School of Art and Design
From: Today, Feb 8, 10:00 am To: Tomorrow, Feb 9, 6:00 pm $5.00 - $20.00
The Fanfaire NYC is a fun way to spend the day indulging in ones love of comic book art and meeting many of the people who help make them a reality. Super affordable to attend, and a nice way to spend the day with your fellow geeks. Don't miss out.
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center
From: Friday, Mar 6, 10:00 am To: Sunday, Mar 8, 6:00 pm $8.00 - $10.00
Celebrate all that is handcrafted and see what's NEW at Sugarloaf Crafts Festival!
Find special things never available online! Shop the latest in fashion, jewelry, art, accessories, furniture, decor, special foods and much more! Discover unique and memorable gifts you can't find anywhere else to make your spring gift giving celebrations extra-special. Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthdays, graduations, weddings and more - you'll find perfectly handcrafted joy at Sugarloaf!
American Fine Craft Show at Brooklyn Museum
Thursday, Nov 19, 6:00 pm $8.00 - $16.00
American Fine Craft Show Brooklyn at Brooklyn Museum will crown the holiday season with 90 exhibits of art and handmade fine crafts for sale from artists and artisans from Brooklyn and around the country in the museum's landmark Beaux-Arts Court. In addition to fine art, exhibitors will sell ceramics, art glass, decorative fiber, fashion and fashion accessories, furniture, jewelry and mixed media.
On Air Fest 2020
From: Friday, Dec 6, 9:00 am To: Sunday, Mar 8, 4:00 pm $149.00 - $375.00
On Air Fest is a rally point for leading voices, new movements and curious listeners inspired by the art of sound. Coming into it’s fourth year in 2020, the flagship Brooklyn event at Wythe Hotel will feature over 100 artists who bring forward innovative ideas and present new work.
【小题1】Which event commands the highest prices?| A．Fanfaire NYC--High School of Art and Design. |
| B．New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center. |
| C．American Fine Craft Show at Brooklyn Museum. |
| D．On Air Fest 2020. |
| A．It is held latest among the events. | B．It only sells goods made by hands. |
| C．It gives the visitors free festival gifts. | D．Its goods can be booked online. |
| A．performing arts. | B．food and drink. |
| C．festivals and fairs. | D．sports and active life |
Thanksgiving Day is a special holiday in the United States and Canada. Families and friends gather to eat and give thanks on Thanksgiving Day.
Thanksgiving Day is really a harvest festival. This is why it is celebrated in late fall, after the crops are in. But the first thanksgiving in America had nothing to do with a good harvest.On December 4,1619, the Pilgrims(新来移民)from England landed near what is now Charles City, Virginia, where they knelt down and expressed thanks for their safe journey across the Atlantic.
The first New England Thanksgiving did celebrate a rich harvest. The Pilgrims landed at what is now Plymouth, Massachusetts, in 1620. They had a difficult time and the first winter was cruel. Many of the Pilgrims died. But the next year, they had a goo harvest. So Governor Bradford declared a tree-day feast. The Pilgrims invited Indian fiends to join them for their special feast. Everyone brought food.
AS time went by, other colonies(殖民地) began to celebrate a day of thanksgiving. But it took years before there was a national Thanksgiving Day. During the Civil War, Sarah Josepha Hale persuaded Abraham Lincoln to do something about it. In 1863, he proclaimed the last Thursday of November as a day of thanksgiving. Today, Americans celebrate this happy harvest festival on the fourth Thursday in November. Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving Day in much the same way as their American neighbours. But the Canadian Thanksgiving Day falls on the second Monday in October.
Thanksgiving Day is observed by church services and family reunions; the turkey dinner is a reminder of the four wild turkeys served at the Pilgrims’ first Thanksgiving feast There are slight differences in Canada’s and the United States, Thanksgiving in dates but the tradition is very similar. Other countries celebrate Thanksgiving Day as well.
【小题1】The first group of people in America to have thanksgiving were ________.| A．some people from England | B．the American Indians |
| C．Sarah Josepha Hale | D．Governor Bradford |
| A．in the U. S. A. | B．in Great Britain |
| C．in Canada | D．on some island off the Atlantic |
| A．knew | B．believed | C．declared | D．considered |
| A．It’s about how Thanksgiving Day is celebrated in the U.S.A. |
| B．It’s about how Thanksgiving Day came into being and the different ways it is celebrated. |
| C．It’s about that Thanksgiving Day is in fact a harvest holiday. |
| D．It’s about how the way to celebrate Thanksgiving Day changed with time and places |
Top Music Festivals
Summer festival season is just kicking off, and there is a lot to look forward to in the upcoming months.
Pitchfork Music Festival
Anyone who likes indie(独立的)music and up-and-coming artists will have an amazing time at the Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago’s Union Park. This is an indie rock haven that explores more underground and lesser-known bands than the other big Chicago summer festival, Lollapalooza.
Date: July 14—16, 2018
Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Music Type :Indie rock
Price: $126- $2, 700
Essence Music Festival
No matter what time of the year it is, New Orleans is an incredible place if you love live music. The Essence Music Festival is a celebration of legendary(大名鼎鼎的)artists like Diana Ross, Chaka Khan and Mary J. Blige.
Date: June 29—July 2, 2018
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Music Type :R& B，soul, rock
Price :$75- $365
Sziget Festival
Budapest knows how to hold a party, and Sziget is one of the biggest celebrations of music and culture in all of Europe. You can expect to find favorite artists like Bad Religion and Mac DeMarco taking the stages here during this three-day festival.
Date :August 9-11，2018
Location :Budapest, Hungary
Music Type: Indie rock
Price: $70- $296
Flow Festival
The Flow Festival is a great excuse to explore the city of Helsinki. Artists including Lana Del Rey and The XX will be playing, among many others. Come to this festival to enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with an earth-friendly belief.
Date: August 11-13, 2018
Location :I Helsinki, Finland
Music Type :Rock, soul, jazz
Price: $106- $199
【小题1】What do the music festivals have in common ?| A．They include rock music. |
| B．They are held in the USA. |
| C．They are given in the open air. |
| D．They lake place from July to August. |
| A．types of music |
| B．less famous bands |
| C．music knowledge |
| D．top artists |
| A．Its style is wild and unlimited. |
| B．Every music lover can afford it. |
| C．Participants in it are all friendly. |
| D．It will attract many visitors to Helsinki. |
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