【推荐1】National Coal Mining Museum

Wacky Wednesdays—the perfect way to entertain the kids under 5!

Each week during term-time from 10:15-l1:00 we combine storytelling, singing and craft（工艺）activities—the perfect opportunity to drop in and have a good time with your under-5s.

Designed for children from 9 months.

Doors open early at 9:30, so come and enjoy a coffee, juice and cake before the event starts!

Sign in from 10 for a 10:15 start.

1. is a drop-in, donation（捐赠）only event.

Only 20 children are expected to take part in the event (we prepare crafts for 20). This makes it enjoyable for all. On very few occasions when too many kids want to join in there are always plenty of other things to do at the Museum.

Why not make a day of it?

▲Stay for lunch in our family-friendly cafe

▲Explore the Nature Trail

▲Discover our indoor soft play area for under-5s

▲Play in the wonderful NEW Adventure Playground

▲Visit the small horses and our Clydesdale Finn

▲Download the iSPY Explore App and explore the Museum together

Each event starts at 10:15 and finishes at 11:00.

2017

Sept 13th-Oct 18th                                        Nov 1st-Dec 6th

Wacky Wednesday Christmas Special 13th Dec (Payment & Booking Required)

2018

Jan 10th-Feb 14th                                        Feb 28th-Mar 28th

Apr 18th-May 23rd                                        Jun 6th-July 18th

Free entry, but we welcome donations to cover the cost of materials.

1. At what time will the event begin?

A．9:30.	B．10:00.
C．10:15.	D．11:00.

2. What do we know about the activities?

A．More kids make the activities more enjoyable.

B．Craft activities are prepared for kids to take part in.

C．Kids either make a donation or pay for the activities.

D．Kids under 1 year are unfit to take part in the activities.

3. What are visitors required to do for Wacky Wednesday Christmas Special?

A．Bring materials.	B．Stay for lunch.
C．Prepare Christmas presents.	D．Book in advance.

【推荐2】Best Toys for Kids

From wooden blocks to electronic games, the best toys for kids make their young users think and dream while building useful skills. Of course，they’re also tons of fun!

1. Educational Toys

Many of the best toys for kids combine learning and fun. The GeoSafari Talking Globe provides interactive geography games in a fun electronic format(格式). It was named to Dr. Toy’s Best Classic Toys List in 2006. Professor Noggin’s History of the United States is a fun and informative card game that made FamilyFun. com’s Toy of the Year list.

2. Pretend Play

Kids love to pretend, and the best toys for kids can spark their imaginations and lead to hours of fun. The Real Projects Workshop was a grand prize winner in the 2006 FamilyFun. com Toy of the Year Awards. With this pretend workshop kids can play with realistic tools while building projects out of foam “wood”. Dora’s Talking Kitchen won “Girl Toy of the Year” in the 2006 Toy Industry Association Toy of the Year Awards.

3. Stuffed Animals

Every kid needs a cuddly (可抱的) friend. Kids may ask for stuffed animals based on popular television and movie characters, but teddy bears, stuffed dogs, and other plush figures that haven’t appeared on-screen will have long-lasting appeal. For a unique twist on stuffed animals, the Lil’ Luvables Fluffy Factory lets kids stuff their own teddy bears. It was a Toy of the Year grand prize winner at FamilyFun. com.

4. Games

Games promote cooperation while encouraging everything from memory skills to exercise. Hullabaloo, from the makers of Cranium, won “Best Game” honors in the 2006 Toy Industry Association Toy of the Year Awards. The game gets kids moving and laughing as they follow instructions from the game’s audio console.

1. How can kids benefit from educational toys?

A．They can improve their studies.

B．They can enjoy geography games.

C．They can be active in doing homework.

D．They can gain knowledge while playing.

2. What prize did Dora’s Talking Kitchen win?

A．Dr. Toy’s Best Classic Toys List in 2006.	B．Girl Toy of the Year.
C．Toy of the Year.	D．Best Game.

3. Which toys can develop kids’ team spirit?

A．Educational Toys.	B．Pretend Play.
C．Games.	D．Stuffed Animals.

【推荐3】Heard the Good News?

Heavy TV headphones are now a thing of the past, thanks to Hearing Specialists who have developed new ultra-lightweight wireless rechargeable TV ear-buds, which enable the wearer to hear any TV show much more clearly. This unique speech clarification audio works for those with any level of hearing loss, and has been proven to outperform even the most advanced digital hearing aids for TV clarity.

How is this Possible?

Hearing specialist Don Hudson says the new TV Voice Pro Air ear-buds clarify TV dialogue automatically, based on the intelligence of over 100 hearing test results.

Customers reported that traditional headphones were too heavy, only allowed them to view TV while sitting in one position, and made them feel cut off from their family and surroundings.

“Our customers were wanting an ultra-lightweight TV listening experience, so that they could enjoy TV their way, sitting down, lying down or walking around, without discomfort.”

What’s More?

TV Voice Pro Air clarifies TV dialogue automatically. With just one click, the transmitter is guaranteed to connect to any TV, old or new, in under 2 minutes. The users can hear the TV at their preferred loudness of the sound from up to 35 feet from the TV, without affecting others in the room.

As a special offer, Readers Digest readers can use Gift Voucher Code READERSDIGEST for $50 off the original retail price $299 and enjoy free shipping available only until December, 31st 2019. So reach us now by visiting www. TvVoicePro.com to order online or over the phone on 415 -277-2026.

1. Which of the following statements is true?

A．Battery changing is required if the wearers using TV Voice Pro Air want to hear TV shows clearly.

B．Traditional TV headphones are losing its popularity because they make wearers feel isolated from the surroundings.

C．Users can use this ear-buds at a distance of 45 feet from the TV without influencing others in the room.

D．New Ultra-Lightweight TV Listening Ear-buds are available at the local department stores.

2. How much will you have to pay for New Ultra-Lightweight TV Listening Ear-buds on January, 31st, 2020?

A．$50.

B．S249.

C．$299.

D．More than S299.

3. Where can you most possibly find this passage?

A．Newspaper.

B．Magazine.

C．Medical paper.

D．Science fiction novel.

【推荐1】Cheap Travel

You can pay a fortune to travel around the world. Or you can pay nothing at all. Here are some places you’ll never regret visiting. They won’t cost you a dime.

The British Museum, London (U.K.) You need to go here to see the Egyptian mummies, the ancient Greek marbles and so many other treasures. It’s open every day, and unlike most the other attractions in England that cost an arm and a leg, it’s completely free.

National Mall, Washington D.C. (U.S.A.) You can walk a pathway from the Lincoln Memorial to the severe Vietnam Veterans Memorial and to the Washington Monument with other sights in between. Do you know you can go up in the elevator to the top of the Washington Monument? Tickets are free, but pay a small fee to reserve them in advance to avoid being disappointed.

Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris (France) This great treasure of the world simply can’t be missed. The great stained-glass rose window alone is worth the visit. The Sunday Mass with the Gregorian chant was like stepping back in time. Admission is free every day, but you’re welcome to leave a donation. There are also free tours a few times each week. You’ll pay extra for tours of the bell tower or the crypt. Tips: The Notre-Dame Cathedral was greatly damaged by a massive fire in April 2019. Please visit notredamedeparis.fr/en/ for more information regarding future visits to the cathedral.

National Museum of Ireland, Dublin and Mayo (Ireland) Want to see bog bodies, gold ornaments, Viking artifacts and learn about rural Irish life? All four branches of this museum are free to visit, including museums devoted to archaeology, natural history, decorative arts and history and country life. The museum of country life in Turlough Park, Mayo, is devoted to Irish rural traditions, while the natural history museum is especially famous for its collection of insects.

1. Which of the following can you see at the British Museum?

A．Viking artifacts.	B．Stained-glass windows.
C．Ancient Greek marbles.	D．Statue of Lincoln.

2. What should tourists do when visiting the bell tower of Notre-Dame Cathedral?

A．Pay an extra fee for the tour.	B．Make reservations on the website.
C．Leave a donation.	D．Set off at a certain time.

3. If you do a study on how a worm turns into a butterfly, where would you probably go?

A．The British Museum, London.	B．National Museum of Ireland, Dublin and Mayo.
C．Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris.	D．National Mall, Washington D.C.

【推荐1】Suppose you work in a big firm and find English very important for your job because you often deal with foreign businessmen. Now you are looking for a place where you can improve your English, especiallour spoken English.
Here are some advertisements about English language training from newspapers. You may find the information you need.

Global English Centre * General English in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing * 3-month (700 yuan ), 6-month ( 1,200 yuan ) and one-year (2,000 yuan ) courses. * Choice of morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day, Mon.—Fri. * Experienced college English teachers. * Close to city centre and bus stops. Tel: 67605272 Add: 105 Zhongshan Road 100082

Modern Language School * Special courses in English for business, travel, banking, hotel management and office skills. * Small classes (12 — 16 students) on Sat.& Sun. from 2:00 — 5:00 pm. * Native English teachers from Canada and USA. * Language lab and computers supplied. * 3-month course:1,050 yuan; 6-month course: 1,850 yuan Write or phone: Modern Language School, 675 Park Road, 100056 Tel: 67353019

The 21st Century English Training Centre * We specialize in effective(卓有成效的)teaching at all levels. * We offer morning or afternoon classes, both of which last three months and a half at a cost of 800 yuan. * We also have a six-week TOEFL preparation class during winter and summer holidays. * Entrance exams: June 1 and Dec. 1 * Only 15-minute walk from city centre. Call 67801642 for more information

The International House of English * Three / Six-month English courses for students of all levels at very low cost: 60 yuan for 12 hours per week; convenient(方便的)class hours: 9:00 — 12:00 am and 2:00 — 5:00 pm. * A four-month evening program for developing speaking skills (same cost as day classes). * Well-trained Chinese and foreign teachers experienced in teaching English as a second /foreign language. * Free sightseeing and social activities(活动) * Very close to the Central Park. For further information call 67432308

1. You work from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm every day. Which schools will you choose?

A．Global English Centre and Modern Language School

B．Global English Centre and the International House

C．Modern Language School and the 21st Century

D．The 21st Century and the International House

2. The 21st Century is different from the other three schools in that ____.

A．its teaching quality is better

B．it is nearest to the city centre.

C．its courses are more advanced

D．it requires an entrance examination

3. If you take the evening program at the International House, you will pay ____.

A．60 yuan	B．240 yuan
C．720 yuan	D．960yuan

4. If your friend wants to take a course in English for hotel management, he may call at _____ for class information.

A．67605272	B．67353019
C．67801642	D．67432308

【推荐2】Take a look at the following ads! You may find some useful information you need here!

Piano lessons Experienced musician from Australia. Good at teaching kids for 5 years! For more information, please visit Larry’s website:www.music.com.au.	Lost cat Medium size, with brown spots and white short hair. Answer you when you call it David. Many thanks for sending it back. Call Susan at 7328059.
Guide wanted Full time or part time. Experienced and a good knowledge of the city are necessary. English is also a must. Under 30 years old. Call Mr. White at 5132683.	Apartment for sale Three bedrooms, a kitchen and two bathrooms. Hot water 8:00-18:00. Beautiful sights out of the windows. E-mail: sdgt@163.com

1. If you want to have a piano lesson you may ________.

A．call Susan at 7328059	B．surf the website: www.music.com.au
C．telephone Mr. White at 5132683	D．e-mail sdgt@yahoo.com

2. If you want the job as a guide you should ________.

A．know at least three languages	B．know the city very well
C．be of medium height	D．love animals

3. Which information about the apartment is not mentioned in the table?

A．It has a beautiful view.	B．It has hot water in the daytime.
C．It has three floors.	D．It has a kitchen.

【推荐3】The White House is the most visited residence in the world. Tours may be scheduled through our Washington D.C. office. Due to security and scheduling procedures, there are a few things you should know before requesting a tour:

• Only groups of 10 or more may request a tour.

• Requests must be submitted with a minimum of one month’s advance notice from the date of the tour. Notice of whether your application is accepted will be given 10 days prior to（在…之前） the date requested. All tours, even after they have been confirmed, are subject to cancellation due to security interests.

• Tours are only conducted Tuesday through Saturday from 7:30 am to 11:30 am.

To process your request for a tour, please contact our Washington office at (202) 224-5521 and provide the following information:

• Date(s) requesting.

• Safety information for each person in your party, including: name as it appears on I.D. (I.D. required for ages 14 and up), date of birth, social security number, country of origin, and citizenship.

• A home address and daytime and evening phone numbers for the designated (指派的) leader of the group.

• A contact number while in DC for the designated leader of the group.

After your request is confirmed or denied, our office will contact you with further instructions.

1. This notice is to provide information about ________.

A．scheduling of Washington DC tours

B．the safety system of the White House

C．application for a tour of the White House

D．duties of a tour group leader

2. The White House is open to the public ________.

A．on weekdays only	B．five days a week
C．every few days	D．on weekends only

3. Application for a group tour of the White House must be submitted ________.

A．exactly on the date of application	B．at least 30 days in advance
C．any day between Tuesday and Saturday	D．10 days before the date of the tour

【推荐1】Being a teenager is hard, which is why there are many amazing teen movies documenting （记录)the experience. Some are so good that they will become classics in a few years. Here is a list for you.

Mean Girls

"You go, Glen Coco!" "It's not going to happen!” "On Wednesdays we wear pink!" "You can’ t sit with us!" If you rank teen movies by how many lines of dialogues will live on forever, Mean Girls will certainly be on top. So many classic lines!

Eighth Grade

This movie will take you back to the eighth grade and remind you of all the good and bad times you had at that age. Kayla, a shy girl, feels the most connected to the world through social media. It's Kayla's final week in the eighth grade and she promises to make it as great as possible before she moves on to high school.

13 Going on 30

This classic follows Jenna Rink, a girl whose wish on her 13th birthday is to grow up and escape from high school. The next day her wish comes true. She wakes up in her 30-year-old body only to find that she's an editor of a major magazine in America. Although she loves her new life at first, she quickly finds out that being grown-up isn't that much easier than being 13.

Shazam!

Shazam! is about a kid named Billy Batson, who suddenly gets magic powers from the Wizard Shazam. By calling Shazam's name, Billy can be changed into a hero with powers like strength, speed and flight. Like in all the other movies of this kind, in Shazam! Billy is tasked with defeating his enemy who warns to steal all his powers.

1. What is special about Mean Girls?

A．It is about girls' adventures.	B．It ranks first on the movie list.
C．It is aimed at amusing the audience.	D．It contains lots of classic dialogues.

2. Which movie refers to anxiety for adulthood?

A．Eighth Grade.	B．13 Going on 30.
C．Mean Girls.	D．Shazam!.

3. What kind of movie is Shazam!?

A．A superhero film.	B．A documentary.
C．A tragedy.	D．A love story.

【推荐2】The Top 4 Beaches on the East Coast

Nantucket, Massachusetts

Great point, at the easternmost end of the island of Nantucket, is one of the most secret beaches in the world. That's because you need a four﹣wheel drive vehicle and a beach permit to get there. Once you do, you'll find miles of beachfront and a historic lighthouse.

Block Island, Rhode Island

Accessible by ferry, Block Island oozes New England charm. It's worth the effort to get to Mohegan Bluffs, where you can experience a set of 141 wooden steps leading down to the sand. With clay cliffs and a view that reaches Montauk at the eastern tip of Long Island, this beach is especially unique.

East Hampton, New York

Named the best beach in the county in 2013, Main Beach in East Hampton is known for its wide stretch of sand plus a snack bar, bathrooms, and lockers. On﹣site parking is only available to village residents but there are free beach shuttles available.

Jekyll Island, Georgia

Located off the coast of Georgia, this 5, 700﹣acre barrier island is famous for its nesting sea turtles and hermit crabs. Glory Beach got its name because producers of the 1989 movie Glory, featuring Matthew Broderick, Morgan Freeman, and Denzel Washington, built a long boardwalk to the beach that remains in place.

1. Which has one of the most private beaches in the world?

A．Jekyll Island, Georgia.

B．Block Island, Rhode Island.

C．Nantucket, Massachusetts.

D．East Hampton, New York.

2. What may attract the visitors to go to Mohegan Bluffs?

A．Climbing the clay cliffs.

B．Experiencing the warm sand.

C．Admiring the scenery of Montauk.

D．Walking along a set of 141 wooden steps.

3. What can we learn about Jekyll Island according to the passage?

A．Jekyll Island is famous for its nesting sea fishes and hermit crabs.

B．Jekyll Island is located on the east coast of the United States.

C．There is a wide boardwalk to Glory Beach on Jekyll Island.

D．Glory Beach is named after the producers of the movie Glory.

【推荐3】At the beginning of the 20th century there was a big farm called Hollywood Ranch. It was near Los Angeles in California. A few years later Hollywood was one of the famous places in the world. From the 1910s to the 1950s Hollywood was the film center of the world. Every family knew the names of its film stars—Charlie Chaplin, Greta Garbo, Ingrid Bergman and hundreds more.

The reason why people went to Hollywood to make films was the sun. At first，people made films in New York on the east coast of the United States. But then they heard about Los Angeles where there are 350 days of sun every year. As they made all the films by sunlight，the west coast was a much better place to make films. Also near Hollywood you can find mountains，sea and desert. They did not have to travel far to make any kind of film.

When TV became popular, Hollywood started making films for television. Then in the 1970s they discovered people still went to the cinema to see big expensive films. After about thirty years they are still making films in Hollywood and people watch them all over the world.

1. Hollywood used to be a __________.

A．cinema

B．big farm

C．park

D．market

2. In the 1910s Hollywood became a __________.

A．famous theater	B．good place to have holidays
C．film center	D．home for stars

3. Who was not mentioned as a film star in the passage?

A．Charlie Chaplin.	B．Marilyn Monroe.
C．Ingrid Bergman.	D．Greta Garbo.

4. People went to Hollywood to make films because __________.

A．it was a beautiful place	B．you could find many film stars
C．there was a lot of sunlight	D．it was a famous place

5. Which statement is true?

A．The west coast was a better place to make films.

B．There are no mountains near Hollywood.

C．People no longer went to the cinema after television became popular.

D．Hollywood began to make films for television after the World War I.