【推荐1】National Science Center Guide

We’re excited to have you visit the National Science Centre (NSC). Spark your curiosity and explore the wonders of science and innovation with hands-on exhibits, live science shows and demonstrations.

◆Activities & Workshops

DNA Workshop Let’s uncover the secret behind DNA. See what DNA looks like by extracting it from cells, and get up close and personal with its structure by making your own DNA model! Suitable for 9-12 years old.

LED’s Play Ever wondered how electricity comes about? How is it possible that with a flick of the switch, the lights turn on? With all the materials to play with LEDs, learn more about electricity, circuits and even make your very own LED light-up card! Minimum age is 7 years old. Students below 12 must be accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket.

Science of Magic Do you want to perform magic? Join us where all is revealed! Enjoy a private tour through the ‘Mind’s Eye Exhibition’ and a workshop. You will learn the science concepts behind magic — cut a whole rope and fix it, make coins vanished and appear behind your ear! Suitable for 10 years old and above.

◆Rental Information

Lockers are available to store any belongings during your visit. The lockers are located near the front entrance and outside the Innovation Centre. Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available to rent at the Information Desk in the Great Hall. ID required.

◆Support us

Since 1969, National Science Center has been inspiring a passion for discovery and lifelong learning in science, math and technology. Today National Science Center serves more than 1 million people a year and brings inquiry-based science education to classrooms and community events all over the country. It’s an amazing accomplishment and one we cannot achieve without generous support from individuals, corporations, and other social organizations. Please click here to make a donation.

1. Which of the following activities is suitable for an 8-year-old boy?

A．Discover the secret of DNA.	B．Make a LED light-up card.
C．Make coins vanished and appear.	D．Experiment with chemicals in a lab.

2. Where can people rent wheelchairs?

A．At the front entrance.	B．Outside the Great Hall.
C．At the Information Desk.	D．In the Innovation Centre.

3. What is the purpose of the last paragraph of the text?

A．To encourage donations.	B．To advertise coming events.
C．To introduce special exhibits.	D．To introduce the center’s history.

【推荐2】February half-term is fast approaching, and now is the time to start organizing your week off if you’re aiming for a quick and cheap getaway anywhere but home.

1. Shard London stay, ￡181 for a family of 4

Get a whole new perspective on the capital with Superbreak’s View from the Shard package. On Level 72, the highest public level of The Shard, visitors will have the chance to try out the most breathtking experience, as they are exposed to the elements and sounds of   the city beneath.

2. Dublin countryside, ￡198 per adult, kids stay free and free breakfast

Dublin is a great city for kids, with both fun and educational visits from the Leprechaun Museum to the Dublin Writers Museum. In a hillside position overlooking Dublin Bay and dating back to 1740,Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel is an affordable choice for a half term break by car with Irish Ferries.

3. Woolacombe Bay, Devon, ￡220 for a family of 6

Woolacombe Bay Holiday Parks in Devon is highlighting a wealth of deals at February half-term including four-night midweek stays-from 15 February-at ￡220 for a family of six.

The package includes accommodation in a model Bronze caravan (活动房屋) holiday home, sleeping up to six and with heating in the lounge and bedrooms, plus private car parking.

Free indoor all-weather facilities include a heated swimming pool, children’s play areas, a cinema, clubs for youngsters and entertainment.

4. Northumberland castle, ￡99.50 per adult, kids go free

Take your children to a 14 century Northumberland castle this half term, and allow them to play prince or princess during a stop.

Luxurious Langley Castle, at Langley-on-Tyne, a short drive from Hexham, is ideal for families wishing to explore Hadrian’s Wall and discover life as a Roman, explore Hexham Abbey, or head off to Newcastle for shopping and visitor attractions.

Children will also love the daily Battlements Tour, which will take them right to the top ofthe castle,to look out towards Hadrian’s Wall and across Langley’s grounds.

1. Where can visitor go if they want their kids to have both fun and educational visits?

A．Shard London stay.	B．Woolacombe Bay.
C．Northumberland castle.	D．Dublin countryside.

2. What is special about visiting Woolacombe Bay, Devon?

A．There are free indoor all-weather facilities.

B．Kids can have the most breathtaking experience.

C．Kids can play prince and princess.

D．It can provide tasty and free breakfast.

3. How much will a couple with two kids pay if they visit Northumberland castle?

A．￡99.5.

B．￡199.

C．￡398.

D．￡298.5.

【推荐1】Dragon Head Raising Day: time for a haircut

China is a country with many colorful days and festivals. The Dragon Head Raising Day (Longtaitou) is one of them.

This special day is on the second day of the second month in the Chinese lunar calendar (阴历). It stands for (代表) the start of spring and farming. This year, the day fell on March 10.

The dragon is important in Chinese culture. We Chinese people call ourselves the “descendants (传人) of the dragon”. Therefore, people celebrate theDragon Head Raising Day with many customs about dragons.

On the day in ancient times, people put ashes (灰) in the kitchen. This was to “lead the dragon into the house”. People believed that with the help of the dragon, they could have a good harvest (收成) in autumn.

Also, people eat special foods on that day. The foods are usually named after dragons. For example, people eat “dragon whisker (细须)” noodles and dumplings called “dragon teeth”.

Today, many customs have faded away (消退). But one that has remained is the cutting of hair. It was said that a haircut during the first lunar month may bring bad luck to the mother’s brothers. So many people have their hair cut on the Dragon Head Raising Day.

1. The Dragon Head Raising Day is one of the ______ festivals.

A．English

B．French

C．American

D．Chinese

2. ______ was the Dragon Head Raising Day this year.

A．March 10

B．February 2

C．March 4

D．March 8

3. On the day in ancient times, why did people put ashes in the kitchen?

A．Because the dragon liked the ashes.

B．Because the ashes led the dragon into the house.

C．Because the ashes stood for the harvest.

D．Because the ashes could bring good luck.

4. One custom that has remained is ______ according to the passage.

A．the dragon boating	B．to eat Zongzi
C．the cutting of hair	D．to eat mooncakes

【推荐2】“Doing Zumba during the coronavirus pandemic（冠状病毒疫情期间）has made me feel so much better-and not just physically." says Mowry-Housley, 42, who is using Zumba to encourage everyone to make time for a mental and physical break.

Explaining that she has been dealing with a lot of stress and anxiety during the international disaster, the actress says that staying fit has improved her mental health. “When we all had to be quarantined（隔离）for so long. I really discovered the importance of exercising now that I had the time," she tells PEOPLE.

Mowry-Housley, who has two kids-daughter Ariah Talea, 5, and son Aden John Tanner,7-decided not to waste any of her new-found time. "I'm a huge believer in making lemonade out of lemons, so I wanted to use the time to its fullest," she says. "I discovered that when-I worked out and when I moved my body, I felt better about myself- not only physically but mentally."

Through Zumba,which Mowry-Housley says she's enjoyed for 10 years, the actress has managed to stay fit. She says Zumba has long been a favorite of hers because the dance program keeps her cheerful." The moment you hear the music, you can't help but to move your hips a bit. You feel relaxed and it gives you the energy that you need to have throughout the day." she says.

But Mowry-Housley knows that workouts are only one part of mental health, which is why she encourages people who are truly having problems to seek help not to be afraid to talk about their mental problems. “If you're really struggling, it's okay to talk about it." she says."You are not weak, you are actually strong."

1. What do you think Zumba is?

A．kind of food

B．A kind of exercise.

C．A kind of classes.

D．A kind of music.

2. How did Housley feel during quarantine?

A．Annoyed

B．Disappointed

C．Upset

D．Anxious

3. Which of the following best explains the underlined phrase “making lemonade out of lemon” in Paragraph 3?

A．Lemons are good for our health

B．Lemonade tastes better than lemons

C．One should make full use of the situation around

D．One should use his energy fully.

4. What is Housley's advice for the people with serious mental troubles?

A．They need to exercise more often.

B．They are supposed to keep their problems to themselves.

C．They ought to encourage themselves to face their problems

D．They should have a chat with others about their problems

【推荐3】Do you know how to play a game called “ Musical Chairs?” It is easy to play and most people like it. All that you need are some chairs, some people and some musical. You may use a piano or any other musical instrument, if someone can play it. You may use a recorder. You can use a radio as well.

Put the chairs in a row back to back. The chairs should be in twos. The game is easy. When the musical starts, the players walk round the chairs. Everyone goes in the same direction, of course, they should walk in time to the music. If the music is fast they should walk quickly. If the music is slow they should walk slowly.

The person playing music cannot see the people in the game. When the music stops, the players try to sit on the chairs. If a person cannot find a chair to sit on, he drops out (淘汰). Then, before the music starts again, one chair must be taken away. When the music stops again, one more player will be out.

At last, there will be two people and a chair. The one who sits on the chair is the winner when the music stops.

1. When you play the game, the chairs should be put__________.

A．with the desks.	B．back to back
C．face to face	D．all over the room

2. If ten people are playing the game, you must begin with __________.

A．nine chairs	B．ten chairs
C．eleven chairs	D．one chair

3. When the music starts, the players must __________.

A．run about the room	B．get down.
C．walk round the chairs	D．sit on the chairs

【推荐1】Students who say they never or hardly ever used dictionaries often speak English well but usually write poorly, because they make many mistakes.

The students who use dictionaries most do not learn especially well either. The ones who look up every new word do not read fast. Therefore they do not have time to read much. Those who use small two-language dictionaries have the worst problems. Their dictionaries often give only one or two words as translations of English. But one English word often has many translations in a foreign language and one foreign word has many translations in English.

The most successful students are those who use large college edition dictionaries with about 100,000 words but do not use them too often. When they are reading, these students first try to get the general idea and understand new words from the context. Then they reread and use the dictionary to look up only key words that they still do not understand. They use dictionaries more for writing. If they are not sure how to spell a word, or divide it into syllables, they always use a dictionary. Also, if they think a noun might have an unusual plural form, they check these in a dictionary.

1. The writer tends to think that_____________.

A．choose a good dictionary, and you’ll be successful in learning English

B．dictionaries are not necessary to the students who learn English

C．it is very important for students to use good dictionaries properly

D．using dictionaries very often can’t help to improve writing

2. According to the passage, which of the following is wrong?

A．Dictionaries have little effect on learning to speak English.

B．Whatever new words you meet while reading, never use dictionaries.

C．Small two-language dictionaries have serious defects (缺陷).

D．Reading something for the first time, you’d better not use dictionaries.

3. This passage mainly tells us____________.

A．that students shouldn’t use small two-language dictionaries

B．what were the defects of small two-language dictionaries

C．why students should use large college edition dictionaries

D．what dictionary students should choose and how to use it

4. Which is not mentioned in this passage?

A．How to make good use of a dictionary.	B．When to use a dictionary.
C．How to improve spoken English.	D．How to practise reading fast.

【推荐2】French lessons in France
Whatever your level is, choosing to take French lessons in France is the best way to learn French. Place yourself in the local culture and practice your newly found skills in your free time.
You will be taught by native (本地的) French speakers who have a love for teaching and use excellent teaching techniques. Lessons are interesting and you will speak French on the first day both inside and outside the classroom.
Learners
● Suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced (高级的)
● Over 18 years old
Class Schedule (课表)
● Classes start on Mondays and run throughout the summer.
● Please arrive at the school by 815 am on your first day for a short level test. It will help to place you in the right class.
● Classes run from Monday to Friday each week.
● Classes start at 845 am each day depending on your level.
● You will have 3 classes per day lasting 55 minutes each.
● You will have a short break between classes.
Free Time and Tours
● The school offers a lot of cultural activities throughout the week. These activities can include cooking lessons, wine and cheese tasting, visits to Paris, cycling, movies and much more.
● You will have plenty of free time to explore (探索) the local area and practice your newly found language skills or just relax on this learning holiday with a difference.
Other Information
● You should bring a small dictionary, pens and paper with you.
Get more from your holiday, have fun, meet new people and take home a new language skill that will stay with you forever.
1. What is special about the French courses?

A．They are taught in small groups.

B．The teachers are young French speakers.

C．People learn French in and out of class.

D．They will offer a wine tasting license.

2. On the first day, the students should ______.

A．take a language test	B．pay for their study
C．do a survey	D．introduce themselves to the class

3. How many lessons are there in a week?

A．21.

B．30.

C．15.

D．12.

【推荐3】Camps for Grades 6-8

Camps for Curious Minds are going virtual! Get ready for hands-on experiences this summer   from the comfort of your home. Group sizes are kept small and led by two virtual counselors so that these at-home experiences are interactive and engaging.

Art and Animation (动画制作)

When: July 27-31 (1-4 pm), August 10-14 (1-4 pm)

Cost: $ 275 / $ 250 PacSci members

Create and animate a story using different artistic media and styles. Campers will   explore physical media to create their art and then choose from a variety of animation styles to translate it into a digital animation.

Chef University

When: July 6-10 (9 am-12 pm), August 3-7 (1-4 pm)

Cost: $ 225 / $ 200 PacSci members

Get started learning basic cooking skills such as cutting, sauteing, emulsifying and baking, and about the scientific processes behind some of the most common food phenomena.

Anthrozoology

When: June 29-July 3 (9 am-12 pm), July 27-31 (1-4 pm), August 24-28 (9 am-12 pm)

Cost: $ 225 / $ 200 PacSci members

Be an anthrozoologist for the week, bring your curiosities to life as we discover the relationships between humans and animals! Uncover the worlds of wildlife conservation, veterinary ( 兽 医 的 ) sciences and zoology. Deepen curiosity about our natural world by creating global solutions to human and wildlife interactions.

Ready, Set, Action

When: June 22-26 (9 am-12 pm), July 20-24 (1-4 pm), August 17-21 (9 am-12 pm)

Cost: $ 225 / $ 200 PacSci members

We’re spending so much of our time in front of screens, so let’s use them to make something awesome! In just one week, we’ll learn all about movie-making, storyboards, and setdesign. We’ll explore the possibilities of using video-conference software to create unique and creative short films.

1. What does a virtual counselor do?

A．Keep you safe at home.

B．Involve you in a virtual world.

C．Teach you how to edit software.

D．Make your home comfortable to live in.

2. If you want to learn about cooking in a camp, which time is the most suitable?

A．June 22-26 (9 am-12 pm).	B．July 6-10 (9 am-12 pm).
C．June 29-July 3 (9 am-12 pm).	D．August 10-14 (1-4 pm).

3. Which camp will you sign up for if you are devoted to animal protection?

A．Art and Animation.	B．Chef University.
C．Anthrozoology.	D．Ready, Set, Action.