【推荐2】TEEN TRIP TO THE LELAND HIGH SNOW PLAY
For Teens Currently in 6th to 12th Grades
LELAND HIGH SNOW PLAY —Class # 8389
Friday, December 9 (Non Public Holiday)
8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Meet at The Underground (Veteran’s Building—2203 Central Avenue)
Cost per person: $50 ($60 after January 22)— Includes Lunch, Admission and Transportation

With a 4,000 sq. Ft. day-use lodge (小旅馆), the Leland High Snow Play has a huge supply of tubes to choose from, along with tows (拖车) that will tow you up to the top of the hill! Our varied terrains (地形) have something for everyone, while the lodge provides a snack bar, video games, pool tables, five indoor rest rooms, a warm fire, and a sun deck with plenty of tables and chairs overlooking the play area outside.

ADDITIONAL LIABILITY FORM REQUIRED FOR THIS TRIP.

Be sure to bring warm clothing and prepare for the cold, but dress in layers in case it warms up. Wear dry boots, socks, and sunscreen. If possible, bring a mobile phone in case of emergency, as well as money for snacks and a light dinner; or bring your own food and drinks.

Do not bring electronic or fragile items during the trip. The ARPD is not responsible for your personal belongings or money.

Refunds (退款) are issued only if the ARFD cancels this trip due to weather conditions.

Click here to download the registration form (PDF, 261KB)

Click here to download “Leland High Snow Play Liability Form” (PDF, 14KB)

*You may register in person, or mail the completed form to Leland High Snow Play, Inc. Send the liability form and payment to the ARPD Office, 2226 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, 94501.

*Faxed registration and liability forms accepted with MasterCard/VISA, (510) 747-7566.

*Online registrations available at www.arpdeplay.com. Make sure you bring your completed liability form on the trip.

1. According to the text, the cost does not include ________.

A．lunch	B．training
C．admission	D．transportation

2. Teenagers who want to take part in the activity need to ________.

A．pay for tows individually

B．climb the hill themselves

C．pay more because of the bad weather

D．prepare some warm clothes

3. Among the following items, what do the participants need to take during the trip?

A．Their filled-in liability forms.

B．ED cards and a small amount of cash.

C．The electronic or fragile items.

D．Their registration forms downloaded from the Internet.

4. From the text it can be inferred that ________.,

A．the activity is very dangerous

B．participants have different ways of registration

C．the trip will involve outdoor activities only

D．14-year-old children are not allowed on the trip

5. The purpose of the text is to ________.

A．introduce a famous tour agency

B．explain the details of a school activity

C．urge teenagers to climb a snowy mountain

D．advertise a trip to the Leland High Snow Play

【推荐3】France has the most beautiful castles throughout Europe. Here are some of the best French castles to visit. You’ll surely want to visit one of them during your travels in France. Have a look and enjoy!

Chateau de Versailles

The Chateau de Versailles is about 20kms southwest of Paris. When the castle was built, Versailles was a small village. Today, however, it is a famous area in Paris. The castle was built as a small hunting lodge (乡间小屋) for Louis XIII in the 1620s. Years later, he made it bigger. Later, louis XIV also made it larger, making it one of the largest palaces of the world.

Chateau de Chambord

The Chateau de Chambord is one of the largest castles around the world. It sits in the Loire Valley. Being at the heart of Europe’s largest enclosed wooded park, Chambord, it was built for King Francis I to serve as a hunting lodge. It is one of the world’s most well-known castles in the world because of its French Renaissance (文艺复兴) building.

Chateau de Chenonceau

As one of the most famous castles in the Loire Valley, the castle was built during the 11th century on the River Cher. It was passed through many bands. The castle was not destroyed during the French Revolution because it was the only bridge across the river for many miles.

Chateau de Chantilly

This historic castle sits in the town of Chantilly, France. This beautiful castle is made up of two buildings: the Petit Chateau built around 1560 for Anne de Montmorency, and the Grand Chateau which was destroyed during the French Revolution and rebuilt in the 1870s. There are many interesting pieces of 17th century history about the castle. Every two years a fireworks competition is held in the castle gardens.

1. What makes the Chateau de Chambord special?

A．Its long history.	B．Its wealthy owner.
C．Its building style.	D．Its fireworks competition.

2. Why did the Chateau de Chenonceau manage to get through the French Revolution?

A．It was far from Paris.	B．It played a very important role.
C．It hid in the Loire Valley.	D．It was built by a famous French king.

3. Which castle has a fireworks show every two years?

A．The Chateau de Chantilly.	B．The Chateau de Chenonceau.
C．The Chateau de Chambord.	D．The Chateau de Versailles.

【推荐1】Petra and Wadi Rum, Jordan

When it comes to the world’s wonderful desert scenery, Jordan’s Petra and Wadi Rum has it. Also known as the Valley of the Moon, this place is one of the best due to its amazing desert canyons (峡谷) and rock walls. Participants love exploring its Burdah and Um Fruth, walking to the impressive ancient city.

Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

The Rongai Route is the best route if the participants of the walking tour want a quiet climb. The Kili Trail permits travelers to witness the region’s wilderness, virgin forests, and rare animals. This route, according to many, is the easiest way to reach the top where the breath-taking 360-dcgree sights of natural wonders await.

Quebec, Canada

This special environment made up of both the natural and cultural treasures, where fresh water becomes one with the tides (潮汐) of the sea, makes Quebec one of the interesting walking tour destinations in the world. Here is a track that heads to the Saguenay Fjord National Park which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Adding to the beauty of Quebec are its sparkling waterfalls, inviting lakes, and rare animals.

Great Smoky Mountain, US

This region has been named as the ancestral home of the Cherokee Indians, where rich natural wonders combined with interesting history are the major happenings. The rich natural reserve is evident and enjoyed by walking tour participants. What also makes this destination a popular choice is its reputation as the biggest wilderness on the eastern part of the United States.

1. What is Petra and Wadi Rum best known for?

A．Its culture.	B．Its desert scenery.
C．Its rare animals.	D．Its quietness.

2. Which tour combines the scenery of land and water?

A．Petra and Wadi Rum.	B．Kilimanjaro.
C．Quebec.	D．Great Smoky Mountain.

3. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?

A．Colorful Cultural Treasures	B．Magical Nature Reserves
C．Best Walking Tours	D．Amazing Wilderness Areas

【推荐2】The best family vacation that ever had was going on a road trip to Myrtle Beach. The trip was for 2 weeks during the March break from school. This trip was probably about 20 years ago so it was before the time of things like portable video games and being able to watch movies in the back seat.
So to pass the many hours of travel my brother and I had to entertain ourselves and each other. My mum would set the back set up so that it was out own little playroom. She would pack everything up in the feet well so that we had a big level area to play in. We would play cards and board games.
When it got to the point that we were at each other’s throats ,we would be sent back to out own side of the seat and would be forced to either nap or read by ourselves until we could be friendly to each other again. I can remember us playing for quite some time when we turned the back seat into a spaceship and travelled around the earth.
Another time we turned it into a kitchen and had a bake-off（食品烘烤赛）. But the thing that I remember the most and that gave us many hours of enjoyment was using each other’s faces as silly Plasticine(普莱斯蒂辛橡皮泥) and making funny faces. We would see how far we could stretch each other’s mouth open, see how thin we could make the other’s eye by pulling on it. We would keep going until one of us begged for mercy because we had to give our faces a rest.
So while I can remember us having a great time on the beach, laughing a lot trying to put the tent up in the rain, what I remember the most of that trip and what always makes me smile the most is remembering the pain that our faces would be in after the trip.
1. What did the author do when traveling to Myrtle Beach?

A．Watch movies.

B．Play video games.

C．Have fun with his brother.

D．Pack things up to amuse himself.

2. What does the author mean by saying “we were at each other’s throats”?

A．We were fighting with each other.

B．We used up our skills.

C．We were quite out of breath.

D．We were about to fall asleep.

3. What impressed the author most during the trip?

A．Playing cards and board games.

B．Pulling each other’s faces and eyes.

C．Having a cooking competition.

D．Playing with silly Plasticine.

4. Which of the following titles would best suit the passage?

A．An Unforgettable Family Travel

B．What Is the Most Meaningful Journey

C．The Good Old Day Never to Be Forgotten

D．How to Kill Time while Traveling in the Past

【推荐3】Tired of working in IT and staying the same in Australia, Paulo Cattanco decided to make a change. In 2015 he started a strict budget so he could save up enough money to buy his dream KTM1190 motorbike, a camera, and enough funds to support himself for a few years.

Then he gave up his job, packed his things, and set off on an adventure, travelling the world on his motorbike. Paulo,39, has spent the last four years biking through Australia. South America, North America, and Europe, riding up to 12 hours a day and spending his nights in his tent under the stars.

“Australia for me was my first experience riding long distance and I was mind-blown by the beauty of the old continent.” Paulo wrote on his travel journal, “Traveling through Latin America, I explored the rainforest and learned Spanish and Portuguese. Mexico has some of the best food I ever had and Peru is an interesting place where I can enjoy the unique local Indian culture, also called Inca civilization.”

Paulo has managed to keep his travels going by keeping his budget tight, so he hasn’t had to get a job for his travels. To keep costs low, he seldom looked for accommodation in hotels and went camping instead. Thankfully, the motorbike, which Paulo bought second hand in Australia, has not required any major repairs since he set off. The journey isn’t always easy, but Paulo has never looked back.

Sadly, the Covid-19 pandemic put a stop to his travels in Greece when he traveled around Europe, and Paulo has had to spend the last few months in Italy, his homeland. Once the world is back up and running, he plans to return to life on the road and explore Asia and Africa.

1. What did Paulo begin to do in 2015?

A．He switched his occupation.	B．He started a travel adventure.
C．He carried out a saving plan.	D．He purchased travel equipment.

2. What do we know about Paulo’s journey?

A．He enjoyed the best food in Peru.	B．The motorbike often troubled him.
C．He got a job to support his travel.	D．The view in Australia appealed to him.

3. Which of the following words can best describe Paulo?

A．Determined and adventurous.	B．Intelligent and economical.
C．Ambitious and idealistic.	D．Humble and knowledgeable.

4. Where is the text probably from?

A．A fitness magazine.	B．A travel journal.
C．A lifestyle website.	D．A sports column.

【推荐2】Junior golf competition calendar full of new events, changes

New to the schedule

Mack Champ Invitational

Champ is using junior golf to honor his late grandfather Mack Champ with the first Mack Champ Invitational. The Cameron Champ Foundation will put on the event, to be played March 20-22 at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston. The goal of the tournament is to focus on identifying talented players from diverse backgrounds as a way to honor the legacy left by Mack, who passed away in October 2019.

Notah Begay Junior Invitational

One goal of junior golf? Get noticed, preferably by a college coach. The Notah Begay Junior Invitational will offer something quite unusual to its participants: an event broadcast by Golf Channel. Players, ages 8 to 18, must qualify into this event, to be played at a yet-to-be-announced location on a yet-to-be-announced date.

Different dates and format changes

U.S. Junior Amateur

The major men’s amateur events on the USGA schedule–think the U.S. Amateur and U.S. Mid-Amateur–require a companion course for the extremely large field. For the first time in the 73-year history of the U.S. Junior Amateur, the USGA will require one more course. The tournament will start with 264 players playing both Hazeltine National Golf Club and Chaska Town Course in the expanded field.

AJGA Thunderbird International Junior

When the NCAA Championships move to Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, for the next three years. The Thunderbird, which has divisions for girls and boys, typically has been played at the end of May, but this year, for the first time, it will be played April 9-12, which means, of course, that it finishes on Masters Sunday.

1. Which event is available on TV?

A．Mack Champ Invitational.

B．Notah Begay Junior Invitational.

C．U.S. Junior Amateur.

D．AJGA Thunderbird International Junior.

2. What has been changed about the U.S. Junior Amateur?

A．The origin of its history.

B．The time of the event.

C．The number of courses.

D．The location of Golf Club.

3. When can you watch the AJGA Thunderbird International Junior this year?

A．April 29.	B．May 10.
C．April 10.	D．May 29.

【推荐3】Boracay, Philippines

Boracay is a tiny island and its main attraction is “White Beach”, a perfect postcard white sand beach surrounded by palm trees, dive shops, bars and restaurants. Our favourite seat to enjoy the sunset is “Diniwid Beach” located to the north of White Beach. After the perfect sunset, choose a bar to enjoy live music and party all night long.

Santorini, Greece

Santorini offers a unique landscape of beaches in exotic (异国的) colors of black, red and white, a product of volcanic sand. Imagine swimming in the warm mythic Aegean sea, with volcano and sunsets as a background. The island architecture is very distinctive, churches are built into caves and the whitewashed

houses, blue-domed churches and paved paths are astonishingly beautiful.

Lofoten Island, Norway

The Lofoten Islands are a wonderful sight indeed. With deep bays and splendid mountains, this is a wilderness unequalled in its beauty, where giant sea eagles soar. Milder in climate than their position suggests, visitors are attracted to the islands to experience the Northern Lights and Midnight Sun.

Saint John Island, Caribbean

Life moves at a slower pace here, where wildlife abounds (大量存在). The National Park dominates here, covering more than half of the island. It is just nine miles from one end to the other and with countless bird species to spot and dolphins in the warm Caribbean waters, it's no surprise that this is a destination that draws nature lovers. This is a place to rest and relax.

1. What do the first two places have in common?

A．They can swim in the sea.	B．They can enjoy sunset.
C．They can enjoy live music and party.	D．They can experience the Midnight Sun.

2. What can you do on Lofoten island?

A．See giant sea eagles soar.	B．See churches built into caves.
C．Spot various birds and dolphins.	D．Enjoy live music and party all night.

3. Where can you experience the gentle pace of life?

A．On Boracay island.	B．On Santorini island.
C．On Lofoten island.	D．On Saint John island.

【推荐1】While a lot of things have changed in 2020, the end of summer once again saw pupils preparing to go back to school. Though the start of term in September was unlike any other, with many students having been absent from class for months, the benefits of returning are considerable. “Interacting with friends face-to-face, enjoying creative play, being out in the fresh air and moving their bodies - these are all crucial for children’s mental health and academic success later in life,” says parenting expert Dr. Kalanit Ben-Ari.

The home learning period has seen an increase in time spent on screens. “Screen addiction is becoming a problem—kids are finding it hard to put aside, which can make them anxious and restless at night. For teenagers especially, who are at the peak of their development, they’re easily affected by the increased use of things like social media and so the longer they’re out of school, the more anxious they can become,” he added.

Settling back into the daily routine of school is something that benefits the whole family. At school, children are stimulated and develop more self-discipline by being in class on time and doing homework. Once those habits are back in place it becomes easier to get back into the rhythm of set bedtimes or to get them to spend less time on their phone.

To support children as they go back, Dr. Ben-Ari recommends encouraging them to vocalize any concerns. If you sense they’re worried, start by reflecting on what they’re saying. Let them know that you trust they’re capable of coping with it, and you don’t have any doubt that they’ll succeed.

Lifestyle changes can make the transition easier, too. Simply walking or cycling to school— if you have to drive, parking further away and walking the final 15 minutes - improves circulation and boosts mood before the school day begins. He reassures parents, though, that there’s no need to worry about them settling back in. “A lot of people are concerned about an academic gap—but children, especially young children, tend to catch up very quickly. Kids are much more resilient than we think.”

1. What does Dr. Kalanit Ben-Ari expect of children?

A．They should interact with friends frequently.

B．They must return to school as soon as possible.

C．They can keep mentally and physically healthy.

D．They can realize the result of absence from school.

2. How does the home learning period affect children?

A．It makes children lazier and more worried.

B．It’s more effective in building up confidence.

C．It’s more likely to affect children’s intelligence.

D．It affects children’s sleep quality.

3. What does the underlined word “vocalize” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?

A．Deliver.

B．Organize.

C．Express.

D．Prove.

4. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?

A．To stress the need of reflecting in learning.

B．To inspire students’ love for learning at school.

C．To provide guidance on returning to school life.

D．To state the benefits of returning to school for students.

【推荐2】Your glasses may some day replace your smartphone, and some New Yorkers are ready for the switch. Some in the city can’t wait to try them on and use the maps and GPS that the futuristic eyewear is likely to include.

“I’d use it if I were hanging out with friends at 3 a. m. and going to the bar and wanted to see what was open,” said Walter Choo, 40, of Fort Greene.

The smartphone-like glasses will likely come out this year and cost between $250 and $600, the Times said, possibly including a variation of augmented reality, a technology already available on smartphones and tablets that overlays information onto the screen about one’s surroundings. So, for example, if you were walking down a street, indicators would pop up showing you the nearest coffee shop or directions could be plotted out and come into view right on the sidewalk in front of you.

“As far as a mainstream consumer product, this just isn’t something anybody needs,” said Sam Biddle, who writes for Gizmodo.com. “We’re accustomed to having one thing in our pocket to do all these things,” he added, “and the average consumer isn’t gonna be able to afford another device that’s hundreds and hundreds of dollars.” 9 to 5 Google publisher Seth Weintraub, who has been reporting on the smartphone-like glasses since last year, said he is confident that this type of wearable device will eventually be as common as smartphones.

“It’s just like smartphones 10 years ago,” Weintraub said. “A few people started getting emails on their phones, and people thought that was crazy. Same kind of thing. We see people bending their heads to look at their smartphones, and it’s unnatural,” he said. “There’s gonna be improvements to that, and this is a step there.”

1. Which is one of the possible functions of the smartphone-like glasses?

A．Programing the opening hours of a bar.

B．Supplying you with a picture of the future.

C．Providing information about your surroundings.

D．Updating the maps and GPS in your smartphones.

2. According to Sam Biddle, the smartphone-like glasses are _______.

A．necessary for teenagers	B．attractive to New Yorkers
C．available to people worldwide	D．expensive for average consumers

3. What can we learn about the smartphone-like glasses from the last two paragraphs?

A．They may have a potential market.	B．They are as common as smartphones.
C．They are popular among young adults.	D．They will be improved by a new technology.

【推荐3】One argument for why robots will never fully measure up to people is because they lack human-like social skills. But researchers are experimenting with new methods to give robots social skills to better interact with humans.

The experiment was carried out by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology(MIT). The team developed a machine learning system for self-driving vehicles that is designed to learn the social characteristics of other drivers. The researchers studied driving situations to learn how other drivers on the road were likely to behave. Since not all human drivers act the same way, the data was meant to teach the driverless car to avoid dangerous situations.

The researchers say the technology uses tools borrowed from the field of social psychology. In this experiment, scientists created a system that attempted to decide whether a person's driving style is more selfish or selfless. In road tests, self-driving vehicles equipped with the system improved their ability to predict what other drivers would do by up to 25 percent.

In one test, the self-driving car was observed making a left-hand turn. The study found the system could cause the vehicle to wait before making the turn if it predicted the oncoming drivers acted selfishly and might be unsafe. But when oncoming vehicles were judged to be selfless, the self-driving car could make the turn without delay because it saw less risk of unsafe behavior.

The MIT team plans to expand its research model to include other things that a self-driving vehicle might need to deal with. These include predictions about people walking around traffic, as well as bicycles and other things found in driving environments. The researchers say they believe the technology could also be used in vehicles with human drivers. It could act as a warning system against other drivers judged to be behaving aggressively.

1. What is the purpose of the new research?

A．To reduce human drivers' mistakes.

B．To develop a machine learning system.

C．To give robots human-like social skills.

D．To prove robots can never replace humans.

2. What caused the self-driving car to wait or turn quickly?

A．The colors of the traffic lights.

B．The orders from police officer.

C．The directions from human drivers.

D．The oncoming driver's driving style.

3. What can we learn from the last paragraph?

A．More traffic participants will be involved in the research.

B．Other colleges will be invited to join in the project.

C．New rules will be developed for road users.

D．Human drivers will give way to robots.

4. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?

A．Entertainment.	B．Science.
C．Education.	D．Business.