The Metropolitan Museum of Art—New York City
The Met is the largest museum in the U.S. It is impossible to see everything in this vast museum in a visit, as the collection includes an Egyptian temple, ancient Greek and Roman buildings, Middle Age paintings and so much more.
With more than 2 million pieces in its collection, this museum should be on every art and history bucket list. The Met also holds special exhibitions, bringing collections from around the world to New York City.
National Museum of American History— Washington D.C.
Fitting the history of a nation within a museum is a difficult task, but the National Museum of American History is more than up to the job.
Exhibits cover different periods, from the life of natives before European settlement until today. The collection includes original letters from the Civil War, posters for WWII and even From Julia Child’s Kitchen.
The National WWII Museum—New Orleans
World War II has obviously shaped the history and culture of this country in many significant ways, and there’s no better place to learn about it than at this museum.
The museum is heaven for any history lovers. You can spend the whole day walking through the museums’ six acres, listening to oral histories, seeing boats and weapons in WWII up close, and even greeting some veteran(退伍军人)volunteers who are happy to tell their story.
American Museum of Natural History—New York City
The American Museum of Natural History is the largest natural history museum in the world. It’s made up of 28 connected buildings that house 45 exhibition halls and over 33 million objects, which is considered one of the best science museums in the world.
You’ll get to see dinosaur fossils and underwater creatures from around the world. The museum is interactive, with an extremely fun space wing and 3-D film showings.
1. What do we know about The Metropolitan Museum of Art?| A．Its position is in New Orleans. |
| B．It is the largest museum in the world. |
| C．There are over 2 million pieces in its collection. |
| D．Exhibits are only from the life of natives after European settlement. |
| A．The National WWII Museum. |
| B．The Metropolitan Museum of Art. |
| C．American Museum of Natural History. |
| D．National Museum of American History. |
| A．They are located at the same place. |
| B．They have the collections about the Civil War. |
| C．Veteran volunteers tell the historical stories there. |
| D．They possess the collections related to WWII. |
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【推荐1】Bring out your sunglasses, your picnic blanket, and board games, and enjoy a picnic with your family. Listed below are five best picnic spots in Nigeria.
Crusted Rock, Mpape, Abuja
Crusted Rock is an abandoned quarry (采石场) in Mpape, Abuja, the capital of Nigeria. During the 1980s, the quarry provided much of the stone for the construction of the new city. It has been abandoned since at least 2010. The quarry and quarry lake is now a popular picnic spot. The lake and high cliffs make it an attractive hiking location.
Lekki Conservation Center, Lagos
Lekki Conservation Center, a Natural Resource Conservation in Lekki, Lagos State, was established in 1990 to serve as a biodiversity conservation icon and environment education center.
The reserve is filled with an abundance of plant and animal life. Its vast wetlands are set aside for wildlife viewing. Raised walkways enable viewing of animals like monkeys, crocodiles, and various birds. There is also a conservation centre and a library.
Jabi Lake, Abuja
Jabi Lake is a water body initially created to provide water to the residents of Abuja. Beside the lake is a recreational park as well as a shopping mall. If it gets too hot, you can slip into the mall for an ice-cream.
Ngwo Pine Forest& Cave Enugu
The forest, home to a limestone (石灰岩) cave at the centre, is often visited for picnics and other recreational outings. The forest is also ideal for hiking sports or nature photography.
Agodi Park, Oyo
The park is located in the ancient city of Ibadan, boasts of a water park, zoo, playgrounds, picnic open grounds and a restaurant.
1. What makes Crusted Rock appealing to many hikers?| A．The lake and high cliffs. | B．The vast wetlands. |
| C．The diverse wildlife. | D．The thick forest. |
| A．Those crazy about shopping. | B．Those keen on taking photos. |
| C．A family committed to wildlife protection. | D．A family interested in cave exploration. |
| A．Agodi Park, Oyo. | B．Jabi Lake, Abuja. |
| C．Ngwo Pine Forest& Cave Enugu. | D．Lekki Conservation Center, Lagos. |
【推荐2】Travel information
Places of interest名胜 | the Water Cube 水立方 | the West Lake | Disneyland | the Dragon Tower龙塔 |
Location | Beijing | Hangzhou | Hong Kong | Harbin |
Phone number | 01028135589 | 057168345579 | 0085228029822 | 045181187899 |
Price of the ticket | ￥60 | ￥50 | ￥300 | ￥150 |
Feature特点 | Special bubbly(充满气泡的) design | The Broken Bridge | Cartoon characters | Skywalk(人行天桥) |
1. If a person in Hangzhou feels like visiting the Water Cube, he should call to get information.
| A．0451－81187899 | B．00852－28029822 |
| C．0571－68345579 | D．010－28135589 |
| A．￥120 | B．￥100 | C．￥300 | D．￥600 |
| A．The Water Cube is special in design. |
| B．The price of a ticket for the West Lake is the highest. |
| C．In Disneyland, you can't see any cartoon characters. |
| D．The price of a ticket for the Dragon Tower is the lowest. |
【推荐3】Top Music Festivals in the USA 2021
Coachella, Lollapalooza and SXSW are often the first US festivals that come to mind. From the celebrated favourites, to a few surprises in between, here’s our breakdown of the finest festivals in the US.
Coachella
Festival lineup (阵容) : Rage Against the Machine, Frank Ocean, Travis Scott, Calvin Harris, Flume, Lana Del Rey, Thom Yorke, FKA Twigs
Selling out fastest every year, the Indio desert becomes a fashionable stage of the coolest bands watched by trendy people and celebrities. As the top of everyone’s bucket list of festivals, the Coachella lineup is a constant source of annual expectation and a hotbed for musical discussion.
When & where: April 9-11 & 16-18 2021, Indio, California
Lollapalooza
Festival lineup: The Strokes, The Chainsmokers, Childish Gambino, Tame Impala, Twenty One Pilots, J Balvin, Ariana Grande, Flume
A wonderful gathering of multi-type music, dance, comedy and craft booths, Lollapalooza is another delight which also provides a platform for political and non-profit artists and groups. The festival is forever creating historical moments in many musicians’ career firmly cementing it in the global hall of fame for festivals.
When & where: TBA (To Be Assigned) July-August 2021, Grant Park, Chicago
South By South West
Festival lineup: Margot Price, Belako, Steam Down, HMLTD, Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs, Pokey LaFarge, Soccer Mommy
Regarded as the ultimate trend-setter and launcher of careers, SXSW is an annual showcase of music, film and interactive highlights enjoyed through performances, showcases, talks, screenings and more. Virtually taking over the city of Austin, everyone in the world of music from fans to media flock here to discover the next big thing.
When & where: TBA March 2021; Austin, Texas
Pitchfork Music Festival
Festival lineup: Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Run the Jewels, The National, Angel Olsen, Sharon Van Etten, Big Thief, Thundercat, Danny Brown
Organised by independently focused music source Pitchfork Media, this three day event is a music melting pot of rock, hip-hop, electronic, jazz, punk and more. With mini cinemas, a record fair, food, art and beverages from local and national vendors, this truly is a cultural feast.
When & where: TBA July 2021, Union Park, Chicago
1. Which music festival might be the most popular one?| A．Coachella. | B．Lollapalooza. |
| C．South By South West. | D．Pitchfork Music Festival. |
| A．Indio, California. | B．Union Park, Chicago. |
| C．Austin, Texas. | D．Grant Park, Chicago. |
| A．People can pay a visit to the art gallery. |
| B．People can have a taste of local culture. |
| C．People can enjoy music of various styles. |
| D．People can watch films and fashion show. |
【推荐1】Strawberry picking is a popular and enjoyable activity in Pennsylvania. The state’s favorable weather and long growing season make it a favorite pastime for both locals and tourists.
Bricker’s Strawberries
It is a family-owned farm in Carlisle, PA, offering pre-picked and pick-your-own berries throughout the year. Prices range from $2/pound for pick-your-own berries to $4.25/quart for pre-picked berries. Opening hours may vary depending on the weather, so it’s best to check their website before heading out to the farm.
Oak Grove Farms
Oak Grove Farms in Mechanicsburg, PA, has been a family-owned farm since the 1960s. They offer a variety of fruits, and delicious baked goods, with strawberries being their specialty. Prices start at $15 for a 4-quart container. The farm store is open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for visitors to make a purchase.
Honey Bear Orchards
Located in Lebanon, PA, it is a family-owned orchard providing fresh fruits to the community since 1980. With their fun and safe atmosphere, you can pick your quality fruit with your friends. U-pick strawberries cost $2/pound. They also offer pre-picked strawberries for a slightly higher cost. You can pay through cash or check only in their shop.
Brecknock Orchard
Brecknock Orchard in Mohnton, PA, is a family-friendly farm where you can pick strawberries and enjoy other activities on the farm. Wagon (马车) ride orchard tours cost $8 per person and include beautiful toys for kids. The cost of strawberry picking starts at $4/pound, and they accept cash and credit cards.
1. What deserves your special attention if you are going to Bricker’s Strawberries?| A．Its opening hours. | B．Its location. |
| C．Its fruit prices. | D．Its berry types. |
| A．Providing shopping services. | B．Sharing an equally long history. |
| C．Being owned by the same family. | D．Having the same business hours. |
| A．Bricker’s Strawberries. | B．Oak Grove Farms. |
| C．Honey Bear Orchards. | D．Brecknock Orchard. |
【推荐2】School children around the world are being exposed on a daily basis to cigarette advertising and promotions by a tobacco industry that needs to recruit the young to maintain its vast profits.
A major investigation in more than 22 countries across four continents by campaigners and experts has found cigarettes or promotions on display close to sweets, drinks or stationery in shops just outside schools, and often at the eye line of children.
The Campaign for Tobacco-Free kids analyzed reports since 2014 carried out by a range of public health groups, NGO and Johns Hopkins University.
Marlboro cigarettes made by Philip Morris and British American Tobacco brands such as Pass Mall, Kent, Dunhill and Lucky Strike were being sold and promoted within 300 meters or closer to schools in nearly all the countries researchers examined in a series of studies.
Brand made by Japan Tobacco and Imperial were seen near schools in a smaller number.
In Peru, Guardian correspondents saw single sticks apparently for also in corner shops near schools in flavors attractive to children. In Indonesia they saw banner ads above stalls near a primary school. In India, they saw simple cigarettes and tiny packets of chewing tobacco for sale alongside sweet directly opposite school gates.
Big Tobacco denies’ promoting its products to children; Philip Morris International (PMI) said its observes relevant regulations. ‘Preventing children from smoking is of the highest priority and we take very seriously our responsibility to ensure that we do not market to children anywhere in the world.’ British American Tobacco (BAT) said, ‘Under-age smokers are not, and will never be, our target consumers… products and marketing should never appeal to, or engage under-age smokers. Across the world, we have very strict rules to ensure we do not have outdoor advertising within 100 meters of a school.’
Japan Tobacco and Imperial did not respond to a request for comment.
1. According to the passage, _______ is/are not included in that makes cigarette appealing to children.| A．the flavored cigarettes |
| B．the single affordable sticks |
| C．the attractive packaging |
| D．eye-catching position to display the product |
| A．analyzing the reasons behind the phenomenon |
| B．quoting exact words from relevant regulations |
| C．comparting the situations in different countries |
| D．listing facts collected by correspondents |
| A．Companies use different policies to market to children in different countries. |
| B．Both schools and parents are to blame for children’s smoking cigarettes. |
| C．Japanese companies do not accept the accusation from the campaigners. |
| D．There is a gap between tobacco compainies’ statements and real situations. |
| A．What are the effects of cigarette on children |
| B．How children are exposed to cigarette adverts |
| C．Why children should be protected from cigarette |
| D．What we can do to help children against cigarette |
Our menu consists of classic European dishes made from the freshest ingredients with great care paid to every little detail. That is why our dishes can be considered as food art that impresses both vision and taste. Located at Fansida Building, it is near Aljunied MRT.Come and join us here at Fansida Dine for a true blue European fine dining experience like no other.
Pillars Restaurant
Pillars is equipped with a good team with vast experiences in catering. Creativity is what our team of chefs are equipped with to create surprises for customers. Our traditional dishes have also received good and positive comments from our group of customers. With a strong and organized team, we deliver timely and quality services to customers at all times. You say it; we do it.
Char-Grill Bar
Char-Grill Bar has won “Asia’s No.1 Brand Western Cuisine (西餐) Bar”. With its large central kitchen as a support, Char-Grill Bar’s long term goal is to sincerely invite those who wish to own their business in western cuisine to join the chain and set up a shop to progress and grow together.
Ireland’s Potato
Originating from Taiwan, Ireland’s Potato was inspired by the Irish’s passion for potatoes.As there’s an Irish saying, “There are two things in the world that cannot be joked about: 1 is Marriage, 2 is Potato.” Ireland’s Potato firmly support this belief to serve customers.
1. Why can the dishes in Fansida Dine be considered as food art?| A．They have special food design. |
| B．They are made at Fansida Building. |
| C．They have many different traditional tastes. |
| D．They are made from freshest ingredients with great care. |
| A．Fansida Dine. | B．Pillars Restaurant. | C．Char-Grill Bar. | D．Ireland’s Potato. |
| A．Tom who lives near Aljunied MRT. | B．Sara who wants to become a teacher. |
| C．Jake who wants to have a western cuisine bar. | D．Lucy who likes eating potatoes very much. |
【推荐1】If you’d like to go sightseeing, the following World Heritage Sites may be your best choices.
Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area
The Jiuzhaigou Valley, which lies in the northern part of Sichuan Province, reaches a height of more than 4,800 meters, with a series of different forest ecosystems (生态系统). There you can enjoy watching excellent waterfalls. Some 140 kinds of birds also live in the valley, as well as a number of endangered plants and animals, the giant panda included.
For more information, please visit http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/637.
Khami Ruins National Monument
The city of Khami, which developed after the capital of Great Zimbabwe had been given up in the mid-l6th century, is of great archaeological interest. The discovery of objects from Europe and China shows that Khami was a major centre for trade over a long period of time.
For more information, please visit http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/.
Henderson Island
Henderson Island, which lies in the eastern South Pacific, is one of the few atolls (环礁) in the world whose ecology has not been touched by human beings. It is especially famous for the ten plants and four land birds that can only be seen on the island.
For more information, please visit http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/487.
The Old City of Jerusalem
As a holy city for three different religions in the Middle East, Jerusalem has always been of great religious importance. It was given a World Heritage Status in 1981 and placed on the “List of World Heritage in Danger” the following year.
For more information, please visit http://uhc.unesco.org/en/list/148.
1. What can we know about the Jiuzhaigou Valley?| A．It has different forest ecosystems. |
| B．It sits at the foot of a 4,800-meter high mountain. |
| C．In all about 140 kinds of birds and animals live there. |
| D．Most of China’s endangered plants can be found there. |
| A．had a very short history | B．was ruined in the mid-l6th century |
| C．was once Great Zimbabwe’s largest city | D．once played a great role as a trade center |
| A．It hasn’t been greatly influenced by human activities. |
| B．It isn’t suitable for humans to live on. |
| C．It has been open to visitors for years. |
| D．It is made up of a few large atolls. |
【推荐2】Games for Peace
The Peace Corps is a United States volunteer organization. The mission of the Peace Corps is to promote world peace and friendship by providing trained volunteers to countries who need them. Here is advice of two of those volunteers on joining the Peace Corps and some more information about the activity.
Schwille: It usually takes nine to twelve months to be placed, and it’ll take longer if you’re married. If you’re willing to go anywhere, there are more opportunities. Remember the place you’re going is not the place you think it is.
Schneider: The biggest piece of advice I could share is that each experience is so unique and every experience is incredibly valuable. There is no one way to measure the “success” or “impact” a volunteer has in their community.
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Peace Corps Online
Follow the adventures of the Peace Corps, and get updates about the program, on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube. FAST FACT
To Be a Volunteer
Length of service is 27 months, which includes an average of three months of in-country training and 24 months of Volunteer service.
The application process averages 9-12 months. The minimum age for Peace Corps service is 18; there is no upper age limit. Volunteers must be U.S. citizens. Competitive applicants will have a demonstrated commitment to community service, leadership experience, and a willingness to learn a new language.
1. What’s the purpose of the Peace Corps?| A．To train volunteers. | B．To advance peace and friendship. |
| C．To provide opportunities. | D．To share experiences. |
| A．A British postgraduate who wants to give back to society. |
| B．A Canadian lawyer with adequate volunteering experience. |
| C．An American gardener who is proficient in French. |
| D．An American high school student with busy school schedule. |
| A．In a magazine. | B．In a biography. | C．On the website. | D．In a novel. |
【推荐3】Florida Everglades—Activities and Attraction
Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours
Take thrilling airboat tours through wide-open grasslands, then soak up more nature on a swamp buggy ride! Visit our website to get a ticket for FREE admission to our animal park, home to 100 alligators, tigers, snakes, and live alligator shows!
Phone: 1-844-326-2628
Everglades Boat Tours
Everglades Boat Tours is “Devoted to the experiential education of students, families and travelers from Florida, the Americas and the World”. Only through education, do we have the opportunity to preserve the Everglades, its culture and its heritage”. The only operator in Everglades National Park to be certified by the Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism (SEE).
Phone: 239-695-3633
See Manatees
Take the whole family on this exciting 1? hour private boat trip into a remote Everglades manatee hideout. Trips are by appointment only. Captains Barry and Carol Berger offer guaranteed private manatee sightseeing trips (for a maximum of 6 passengers), giving you the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with these amazing gentle creatures... and if you don’t see a manatee you don’t pay for the trip!
Phone: 239-642-8818
Captain Steve’s Adventures
See the Everglades like local gladesman have for over 100 years. Since the 1930’s the swamp buggy has been unique to South Florida. Tour with a 5th generation Gladesman and listen to stories from the past and learn about future Everglades restoration.
Phone: 1-877-871-5386or239-695-2186
1. What can you do in Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours?
| A．Get a big discount. | B．Get close to manatees. |
| C．Watch animal shows for free. | D．Enjoy an airboat ride all the way. |
| A．Training. | B．Education. | C．Sightseeing. | D．Entertainment. |
| A．See Manatees. | B．Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours. |
| C．Captain Jack’s Airboat Tours. | D．Captain Steve’s Adventures. |
