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Open:10:00AM to 6:00PM,everyday Time Needed:4 hours Price: Free
If you' re a lover of anything and everything science-related, then a visit to London's Science Museum is a must. But with a 3D IMAX cinema, you don't necessarily have to be a lover of chemistry or physics to appreciate the Science Museum.
Science Museum Highlights
Some of the most famous places located in the Science Museum include:
●The Launch Pad (a hands-on gallery where children can "explore basic scientific rules").
●The Exploring Space Galleries (which also include a three-metre-high telescope(望远镜）which was flown on British space missions).
●The Discovery Motion Theatre (where visitors can watch a documentary as well as an animated film in 3D with special effects-which may even include water,wind,flashing lights and moving seats).
●The Clockmakers' Collection (which is the oldest display of clocks and watches in the world).
Ticket Costs
The museum is free to enter for anyone,but there may be fees for some special exhibitions, as well as the IMAX Theatre You can book your tickets here.
Tickets for the Discovery Motion Theatre cost:
✱ £6 for adults £5 for children, seniors and students £4 for families
Tickets for the IMAX Theatre cost:
✱·£11 for adults £10 for children, seniors and students £30 for families
Special Tips
If you want to avoid the crowds, then try to visit later in the afternoon on a weekday.
If you' re visiting with children, then make sure you head down to the first floor so the kids can play in a fun-filled play area.
1. Which is the best place for telescope lovers?| A．The Launch Pad. | B．The Exploring Space Galleries. |
| C．The Discovery Motion Theatre. | D．The Clockmakers' Collection. |
| A．£14. | B．£17. | C．£30. | D．£32. |
| A．On Sunday morning. | B．On Saturday afternoon. |
| C．On Monday morning, | D．On Tuesday afternoon |
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【推荐1】Here are some must-know festivals from a handbook which you cannot miss in some Asia countries.
Singapore Night Festival
Aug. 17-25 The annual Singapore Night Festival is a celebration of the island nation’s arts and cultural heritage (遗产). A highlight of the festival is the interactive light show that transforms the front of surrounding buildings into artistic wonders. http://www.nightfestival. com
Royal Floria
Aug. 25-Sep. 2 This year’s event marks the 10th anniversary of the Royal Floria in Putrajaya, with more than 400,000 floral displays. Floral designers and landscape architects from 10 countries are set to show their talent with their arts and cultural creations. http://www.floriaputrajaya. com
Tet Trung Nguyen
Aug. 25 It is believed that during Tet Trung Nguyen (Ghost Festival), spirits of the dead return home in search of their loved ones. Vietnamese pay homage(敬意) to their ancestors during the festivals by preparing feasts as prayer offerings. http://www.vietnamtourism.com
George Town Festival
Aug. 4-Sep. 2 The George Town Festival was inaugurated(创立) in 2010 in conjunction with the city’s designation as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It has become one of the region’s important cultural festivals, showing myriad events that include musical performances, art exhibitions and film screenings taking place across multiple venues. http://www.georgetownfestival.com
1. The celebration of Singapore Night Festival lasts .| A．eight days | B．nine days |
| C．ten days | D．eleven days |
| A．Singapore Night Festival. | B．Tet Trung Nguyen. |
| C．Royal Floria. | D．George Town Festival. |
| A．From a handbook. | B．From a magazine. |
| C．From UNESCO. | D．From the websites. |
Fun Cooking Children aged 6 to 10 can learn to make healthy hamburgers. And children aged 10 to 12 can learn to make delicious cakes. Price: $35 Time: every Wednesday (2:00 p.m — 5:00 p.m) in August Place: Little Cook School | |
Clay Craft This two-hour course teaches children to make gifts by using clay. It is really interesting. For children aged 6 to 12. Price: $20 Time: every Friday (l:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.) in July Place: Art Center | Wonder Dancing Children can learn different kinds of dances, such as jazz or ballet from great teachers. For children aged 10 to 12. Price: $60 for four lessons Time: every Thursday (3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m) in July Place: Emma Workshop (工作室) |
1. When does Little Cook School offer classes?
| A．Every Thursday in July. | B．Every Wednesday in August. |
| C．Every Friday in July. | D．Every Friday in August. |
| A．At Little Cook School. | B．At Art Workshop. |
| C．At Emma Workshop. | D．At Art Center. |
| A．$15. | B．$20. | C．$60. | D．$240. |
【推荐3】Guide to four of the most exciting new adventure trips for 2017:
Sahara
Attractions: International Expeditions Length: 18 days Price: $13,998
Details: Remember the movie Ishtar? Now you, too, can spend days wandering in the desert, just like warren Beatty and Dustin Hoffman. Designed for rugged travelers, the camping expedition crosses 1,500 miles of Niger’s Sahara in four—wheel—drive vehicles.
Departure Time: May 12 Information: 800-633-4731; ietravel.com
Across Patagonia: From the Andes to the Ocean
Attractions: Boundless Journeys Length: 10 days Price: $8,995
Details: The newest route across Patagonia starts high in the Argentine Andes and follows the Futaleufu River into Chile all the way to the Pacific Ocean. Travelers start by trekking along the river, changing to rafts before taking up kayaks for the final leg.
Departure Time: March 5 Information: 800-941-8010; boundless, com.
Tribal(部落的)India
Attractions: Myths and Mountains Length: 17 days Price: $17,530
Details: For the travelers who have already visited the best-known India sites, this new trip visits a relatively unexplored state in central India ruled by the Vindhyachal Range and known for its wildlife, waterfalls, ancient sites and tribal culture.
Departure Time(出发时间): Feb 17 Information: 800-670-6984; myths.com
Dalmatian Coast Biking
Attractions: Backroads Length: 7 days Price: $7,298
Details: The company’s first foray into Croatia follow scenic roadways across four islands between Dubrovnik and Spht.
Departure Time: May 7 Information: 800-462-2848; backroads.com
1. What is the passage mainly about?| A．Suggestions on the adventure trips in America in 2017. |
| B．The guide to several adventure trips around the world. |
| C．The attractions in India. |
| D．The prices of four adventure trips next year. |
| A．On Feb 17. | B．On March 5. |
| C．On May 12. | D．In January. |
| A．Tribal India | B．Crossing Patagonia |
| C．Sahara | D．Dalmation Coast Biking |
【推荐1】Four Great Persons
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart(1756-1791)Born in Austria in 1756, Mozart was the son of a successful musician . He wrote his first piece of published music at five. Within the year, he began playing for the public, which included a tour of Europe where people admired the young boy’s talent. By the time he was a teenager, Mozart had written several operas. He wrote over 600 pieces of music in his lifetime.
Shirley Temple (1928-2014)Shirley Temple received her first acting chance at the age of three and starred in Carolina, her first film, at six. She quickly caught attention and by 1940, she had starred in 43 films, including Bright Eyes for which she won a special award for “Outstanding Personality”. As an adult, Temple became a US diplomat（外交官）for the United Nations.
Nkosi Johnson(1989-2001)South African Nkosi Johnson was born HIV-positive（携带艾滋病毒）. His story caught the media’s attention when his local public school refused to admit him because of his condition. Soon he traveled the world, telling his story wherever he could,encouraging other patients to speak out. Besides,he founded Nokie’s Haven,a safe place for HIV-positive mothers and their children.In 2005,he was award the International Children’s Peace Prize.
Alexandra Scott(1996-2004)Alexandra Scott had cancer before she celebrated her first birthday.At the age of four, she decided to raise money for other children going through the same thing.So she set up a lemonade stand（摊位）,which inspired others to start lemonade stands, too.They raised over$1 million before Scott died of cancer.Her family carries on her legacy(遗产) through Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation,which has raised over $150 million.
1. Who changed his/her career path when he/she grew up?| A．Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. | B．Shirley Temple |
| C．Nkosi Johnson | D．Alexandar Scott |
| A．He got HIV-positive soon after he was born. |
| B．He caught wide attention for his disease. |
| C．He was once refused by schools for his illness. |
| D．He was awarded a prize for his high grades. |
| A．They became well-known at an early age. |
| B．They had a hard time when they were a child. |
| C．They behaved kindly to other people as a child. |
| D．They were hardworking when they were young. |
【推荐2】Four ideas for the best Easter holidays
When the kids breakup from school it can be difficult to choose what to do. With the Easter holidays just around the comer, here are four different ideas to inspire you to make the most of the break, whatever your age.
York
Bursting with museums, attractions, and events for everyone, York is the perfect Easter holiday destination. Going with grandparents? They’ll love walking the cobbled streets for sweet treats or stopping for an afternoon tea at one of the many historic hotels. Or learn about the diverse history of this amazing city at one of the museums. There really is something for everyone in this attractive city.
Botany Bay
Botany Bay is a great spot to spend a day relaxing and playing on the sands. Located in Kent and with lifeguards on duty, it’s a great spot for surfing, exploring the rockpools, and hunting for fossils. For a longer stay, why not hire a car for the Easter holiday and take a road trip along the Kentish coast British seaside break?
Bristol
Travel to the southwest to explore bustling (熙熙攘攘的) Bristol. Bristol is full of amazing restaurants housed in warehouses that remind you of the city’s maritime history. There are also wonderful museums, amazing parks for picnics and games, and even a surf centre nearby. Shop. eat, play — whatever you fancy doing, Bristol has it all.
Snowdonla
Head to North Wales if you’re after some wild adventures. There are plenty of hills, lakes, rivers, and benches to explore, but if your kids have a lot of energy to burn, then Mount Snowdon should be your choice. Standing 1,085 metres tall, it’s sure to provide an exciting adventure for the whole family. Local guides are available to lead you to the top, if you wish.
1. Where will a family with grandparents choose to go?| A．York | B．Botany Bay. | C．Bristol. | D．Snowdonia. |
| A．Parks. | B．Restaurants . | C．Fossil museums. | D．Surf spots. |
| A．Have a picnic. | B．Play games. | C．Look for fossils. | D．Climb mountains. |
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1. If you want a job of taking care of children, which ad will you answer?
| A．LOST AND FOUND. | B．ROOMMATES. | C．FOR SAIL. | D．HELP WANTED. |
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【推荐1】I was ten when my father first sent me flowers. I had been taking ballet lessons for four months, and the school was giving its yearly performance. As a member of the beginners’ chorus group, I was surprised to hear my name called out at the end of the show along with the leading dancers and to find my arms full of red roses. I can still feel myself standing on that stage, seeing my father’s big smiles.
Those roses were the first of many bunches accompanying all the milestones in my life. Getting all those roses was wonderful, but they brought a sense of embarrassment. I enjoyed them, but I also felt they were too much for my small achievements.
Not for my father. He did everything in a big way. Once, when mother told him I needed a new party dress, he brought home a dozen. His behavior often left us without money for other more important things. Sometimes I would be angry with him.
Then came my 16th birthday. It was not a happy occasion. I was fat and had no boyfriend. And my well-meaning father furthered my suffering by giving me a party. As I entered the dining room, there on the table next to my cake was a huge bunch of flowers, bigger than any before.
I wanted to hide. Now everyone would think my father had sent flowers because I had no boyfriend to do it. Sweet 16, and I felt like crying. But my best friend, Jenny, whispered, “Boy, you’re lucky to have a father like that.”
As the years passed, other occasions—birthdays, awards, graduations—were marked with Dad’s flowers. Those flowers symbolized his pride, and my success. As my fortunes grew, my father’s health became worse, but his gifts of flowers continued until he died. I covered his coffin with the largest, reddest roses I could find.
Often during the dozen years since, I felt an urge to buy a big bunch to fill the living room, but I never did. I knew it would not be the same.
Then one birthday, the doorbell rang. I was feeling blue because I was alone. My husband and my two daughters were away. My 10-year-old son, Tommy, had run out earlier with a “see you later”. So I was surprised to see Tommy at the door. “Forgot my key,” he said. “Forgot your birthday too.” He pulled a bunch of roses from behind his back.
“Oh, Tommy,” I cried. “I love flowers!”
1. The writer felt embarrassed getting her first roses because .| A．she wasn’t a member of leading dancers. |
| B．she thought her success wasn’t big enough. |
| C．she regarded the flowers as a milestone in her life. |
| D．she found herself standing on the center of the stage. |
| A．The father made the writer happy by giving her a party. |
| B．The father was proud of the writer in her growth stages. |
| C．The father didn’t leave the family money for important things. |
| D．The father bought the writer flowers when she got angry with him. |
| A．take back his keys. | B．show his love for flowers. |
| C．encourage his mother. | D．bring his mother birthday gift. |
| A．Love in Bloom. | B．Father and Me. |
| C．Pleasure and Embarrassment. | D．Father’s Flowers. |
【推荐2】You'd like to employ a person to help take your business to the next level, but you may find that there are a large number of employment websites on the Internet. Which one is your best choice? Here are four websites (in no particular order) that can help you get into a pool of job applicants(申请人).
As you probably already know, LinkedIn is a site where job applicants post resumes(简历) and exchange ideas. The site has more than 135 million members, many of whom may be looking for a new position. The cost to post a job opening on LinkedIn depends on the geographic location of the position. For example, in the Greater Pittsburgh area, a 30-day job posting costs $195.
Craigslist
Craigslist isn't just a place for finding an apartment or selling your old couch. The website has an area devoted to employment in big cities. Employers can post jobs to find suitable employees. Posting in some markets is free, but in others, it costs $25 to $75.
Monster
Founded in 1994, Monster has grown to one of the most popular employment websites. It offers pages of advice about career management and employment searches. Monster also provides apps for mobile phones, making it more convenient for people to post their job openings. Job postings on Monster cost from $210 to $395.
Jobster
Jobster users can create interesting online profiles(简介) containing information about employment and educational history. The site uses an active method in which employers can contact interested applicants. Employers can post as many jobs as they want for only $75 per month.
1. What are the websites listed by the author used for?| A．Helping the users find suitable employees. |
| B．Helping the users get some highly-paid jobs. |
| C．Helping take the users' business to the next level. |
| D．Helping the users improve their company websites. |
| A．LinkedIn | B．Craigslist | C．Monster | D．Jobster |
| A．Monster & Jobster | B．Jobster & LinkedIn |
| C．LinkedIn & Monster | D．Craigslist & Linkedln |
| A．It costs less money. | B．It has a longer history. |
| C．It has more members. | D．It is more convenient to use. |
【推荐3】For travelling lovers, the following cities might be among the must-go list.
Marrakech, Morocco
The city is called the"red city"for its rose-coloured buildings. The ancient section of the city, known as Medina, is a really famous place, where you can enjoy the thousand-year-old monuments(遗迹). Today,the place has turned into a crowded marketplace with traditional Moroccan goods for sale. If you make it there, make sure to visit an outdoor theatre in the city. Storytellers and musicians perform there.
Siem Reap, Cambodia
There are hundreds of ancient temples in and around the town. After a long day visiting the temples, tourists can enjoy themselves in one of the town's bars, restaurants or nightclubs. You can also pay a visit to the Phnom Kulen National Park. The main attraction in the park is the waterfall at the top of Kulen Mountain and it's also a great picnic spot.
Istanbul, Turkey
Turkey's largest city has one foot in Europe and the other in Asia. The city is a great place for history lovers. If you go there, make sure to see Istanbul's famous buildings. At night, you can try sailing on the Bosporus Strait. It div ides this city into the European and Asian areas.
Hanoi Vietnam
Hanoi is Vietnams capital, which has tree-lined streets, lakes, and more than 600 temples and towers. If you go there, don't miss the Temple of Literature. It was built around the year 1070. You can also walk down the Old Quarter's coffee street and enjoy a cup of local coffee there. The peaceful Hoan Kiem Lake is also a nice place to go to. It is one of the prettiest places in central Hanoi.
1. Medina in Marrakech is a nice place for those who love______.| A．visiting ancient monuments | B．buying expensive dresses |
| C．watching films outdoors | D．playing outdoor sports |
| A．Buy traditional goods. |
| B．See hundreds of ancient temples. |
| C．Visit restaurants and nightclubs. |
| D．Have a picnic near a waterfall. |
| A．lies between Europe and Asia | B．is the largest European cit |
| C．is attractive to history lovers | D．is near the Bosporus Strait |
| A．They both have coffee streets |
| B．They both have hundreds of temples |
| C．They both have swimming area |
| D．They both have beautiful lake |
【推荐1】We are from The Sun website. We’re back with our great holidays to parks from just £ 9.50! Join millions of readers who book their bargain breaks for as little as £ 9. 50 per person, based on a minimum of four people sharing.
How do you book a hotel from £ 9.50?
There are three ways to collect towards your holiday from £ 9. 50:
Sun Savers: Sign up by downloading the Sun Savers App or register at sunsavers. co. uk. Then go to the “Offers” section of Sun Savers and click “Start Collecting” on the “Hotels from £ 9.50” page. Collect and enter ten Sun Savers codes from those printed at the bottom of the Sun Savers paper page each day.
Codewords: You can also colleet ten codewords printed every day in The Sun. These are four letter words written down the side of the numbered token (代金券) in paper. Save these codewords until you have ten then book online at thesun. co. uk/ holidays.
Tokens: Alternatively, you can collect ten of the tokens printed in The Sun each day. Cut these out and send them back with the booking form—found in paper on Saturday, January 4 or online at thesun. co. uk/ holidays.
How it works:
STEP 1 Collect ten tokens or ten Sun Savers codes or codewords from The Sun between Saturday, January 4 and Tuesday, January 28.
STEP 2 Choose your four favourite parks and four dates.
STEP 3 Once you have your tokens, click BOOK NOW in the menu above and enter the codewords from the tokens. If collecting Sun Savers codes, book in the App or at sunsavers. co. uk. You’ll need four park choices and four start dates, your party details and a credit/debit card. There’s a £ 2.80 online booking fee.
STEP 4 You’ll receive confirmation from your park, by email or post. Any extras, such as service charges need to be paid directly to your park.
1. How much will a five-member family pay to book the bargain online?| A．£ 9.50. | B．£ 12.30. | C．£ 47.50. | D．£ 50. 30. |
| A．Tokens. | B．Codewords. |
| C．Sun Savers. | D．The“Offers”section. |
| A．You can collect tokens in whole January. | B．Your booking will be confirmed by phone. |
| C．You can book in advance for free online. | D．You must choose certain numbers of parks and dates. |
【推荐2】Mountain-biking
You can choose from guided downhill or cross-country mountain biking to road cycling and families can enjoy peaceful, slower paths and farm trails.
Extra activities include hiking, water park.
GO: Five-night B&B packages including transfers and guided biking, from £374 per person. Bike hire from around £15 a day. See wizzair. com.
Camping
Get back to basics on a campsite with none of that fancy glamping. The pitches are large so you can light your own campfire at night. Walkers are in heaven here, hiking among the limestone hills filled with traditional stone walls.
Also a great destination for fishing, sailing and windsurfing on nearby Lake Semerwater.
GO: Non—electric grass tent pitches from £20 a night. Tipi already pitched from £70 a night. See pitchup.com.
Whale-watching
Scotland’s west coast, one of Europe’s best places to catch sight of whales, has launched a new whale trail. It features 30 top places offering opportunities to see the wildlife and showcases whale heritage sites.
GO: Accommodation along the trail is reasonable including B&B in a double room at Torran in Ullapool from £70 a night. See bandbullapool. co. uk.
1. How much might you pay for two days’ bike-hiring in Mountain-biking?| A．£15. | B．£20. | C．£30. | D．£374. |
| A．Hunt for animals. | B．Enjoy challenging camping. |
| C．Visit traditional stone walls. | D．Climb an across-country mountain. |
| A．At bandbullapool. co. uk. | B．At pitchup. com. |
| C．At wizzair. com. | D．At aurora zone. com. |
【推荐3】Baron Pierre de Coubertin was a Frenchman. At his time sports were not taught in French schools. De Coubertin believed that sports should go hand in hand with studies. He had an idea. His idea was to begin the Olympics all over again.
Sports teachers of other countries liked De Coubertin ideas. So in 1896, the modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece. Since then the Olympics have been held once every four years, except three times, when there were wars.
The modern Olympic games have many foot races and field sports programs. The longest race in the games is called marathon.
Before the start of the Olympic Games, runners carry lighted torch( 火炬 ) through many nations towards the stadium where the games will be held. These sportsmen are from different countries. Yet they work together to carry the Olympic torch. It is passed from runner to runner, When the last runner enters the stadium, he or she places the torch in a special basin filled with oil. It catches fire. It is then, only then, that the Olympic Games can begin.
The Olympic flame burns throughout the games. It is the flame of peace.
1. Before 1896 French schools didn't teach ______.| A．match | B．history |
| C．sports | D．physics |
| A．In Athens,Greece | B．In German |
| C．In French | D．In Russia |
| A．1896 | B．1904 |
| C．1915 | D．1924 |
