【正文】 ge of a seagull, turtle, or some other aquatic(水生的）creature trapped or killed by the plastic rings. The packaging is so deeprooted in our culture that many children were taught to cut up the rings to lessen the chance that an animal might choke itself to death.The rings developed by E6PR(Edible Six Pack Ring) programme, which is led by another brewery called Saltwater, are now used by 35 brewers across the globe, including in Africa,Europe,and Australia. These rings are made of waste wheat in beer production. The final goal is to ensure that the rings can be eaten harmlessly by aquatic creatures or break down in nature within a matter of weeks rather than the years it would take for plastic. Giving up plastic straws and beer rings may help consumers feel better about their carbon footprint,but some experts say we should focus on other efforts. Recycling rates in the U. S. stand at just over 34%. Glass, in which many brewers bottle their beer, can be difficult to recycle and large to transport. If brewers were to focus on using thinner glass, some experts say, the improvement could prove even more beneficial to. the environment than giving up plastic rings.There39。Fein kept going to class even as her health conditions worsened. During her studies,it became necessary for her to use a walker to get around and she required oxygen. She also developed knee problems. Therefore, Fein took online classes to finish the last part of her degree requirements. Her college advisor Sheila Rollerson said Fein never showed signs of giving up even with all of her difficulties. “She just kept plugging along, Rollerson said.24. What was Janet Fein39。s Shandong province is special about Shandong Provincial Library?A. It ranks the tenth in China.B. It keeps open from Monday to Sunday.C. It has the largest book collections in China.D. It exchanges resources with some foreign countries.22. How long does Qingdao Library run per day? hours. hours. hours. hours and a half. do we know about Lijin Library?A. It opens all day long.B. It has many ancient Chinese books.C. It has 100 staff with three service stations.D. It has the most volumes of books among the three.BLast week,84yearold Janet Fein received her bachelor39。AHere are some libraries in Shandong province. Have a look and visit them in your sparetime.Shandong Provincial LibraryShandong Provincial Library, well known for its long history and luxurious collections,is one of the top 10 libraries in China. The library holds 6. 12 million volumes. It has 44 service stations,with an average daily reception of 5,000 visitors. It also exchanges documents and literature works with Japan, the United States and the United Kingdom at irregular intervals. Opening Hours: 8:30 am7:00 pm, closed every Monday afternoon (except for national holidays)Add:2912, Erhuan East Road, Licheng district (at the intersection of Hualong Road)Qingdao LibraryQingdao Library is a cultural landmark in Qingdao. It is an intelligent and modern library with 100 staff and 1. 23 million volumes. It consists of a total of 32 halls and rooms, as well as newlydeveloped lecture halls, exhibition centers and electronic reading rooms, with more than 1,900 seats. The library remains open every day.Opening Hours:8:30 am5:30 pmAdd:109 Yanji Road, Qingdao, East China39。. Found.C. A saleswoman in a shop.聽第10段材料，回答第17至20題。?A. To have a vocation. B. To help them build a house. C. To take them to the party.11. What is the woman going to wear to the party?A. Work suit. B. Formal dress. clothes. will the woman bring? side dish. B. A bottle of wine. C. Some soft drinks.聽第9段材料，回答第13至16題。聽第6段材料