【推荐1】Time zone:

Eastern Standard Time (EST): GMT+l0 hours.

There is no daylight saving time in Queensland.

Legal drinking age:

18 years and older. Always keep your ID with you to prove your age.

Alcohol (酒) shops & hotels are the only places where alcohol can be bought.

Dangers:

Dial 000 from a fixed line or 112 from a mobile phone. Police, ambulance, fire.

Electricity:

240/250 volts AC 50Hz Universal outlets for 110 volts (shavers only) standard in hotels, apartments, motels.

Telephones:

Australian international code is 61.

Road rules:

Left hand side driving. There is a 50kmh speed limit in most living areas and on open highways 100-110 kmh, seat belts must be worn all the time. If you want to hire a car, take along your driver’s license.

No smoking:

Indoors: Indoor areas are no smoking.

Poker Machines: Poker machine areas are no smoking.

Outdoors: Non-enclosed eating and drinking areas are no smoking.

Swimming safety:

ALWAYS SWIM BET WEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS and pay attention to the life guards’ advice. Gold coast beaches are guarded by skilled life guards and volunteers at weekends.

1. The above information is most probably taken from a(n)       .

A．science magazine	B．education newspaper
C．travel guide book	D．horror novel

2. We can learn from the above information that in Queensland       .

A．smoking is not allowed in lots of places

B．people can buy alcohol anywhere with ID

C．people can swim beyond the red and yellow flags

D．when a building is on fire, dial 112 from a fixed line

3. If Mr. Black in having a holiday in Queensland, he can       .

A．drive on the right hand side

B．hire a car with his driver’s license

C．drive at the speed of 120kmh on high ways

D．drive his car without wearing the seat belt

【推荐2】Shakespeare’s Globe Exhibition & Theatre Tour is a unique international resource to explore Shakespeare’s works. Open all year round, it gives you an opportunity to learn more about the most famous playwright (剧作家), Shakespeare, and helps you seek to further the experience and international understanding of him.

Group Visits to the Exhibition &Theatre Tour

Opening Hours

Exhibition:

Monday—Sunday9:00a.m.-5:00p.m

Theatre Tours:

November-February 9:30a.m.-4:30p.m

March-October

Monday: 9:30a.m.-5:00p.m

Tuesday-Saturday 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m

Sunday: 9:30a.m.-11:30a.m

Groups of 15 people or more are required to book their visit in advance, and each group will have its own guide for free. To make a reservation, please fill in a group request form and return it to us via email.

Exhibition and Theatre Tour Prices

Adult:£15.00

Senior(60+)£13.50

Student( with valid ID)£11.50

Child(5-15) £8.00

Complementary: Every 16th person is free

Getting here

Shakespeare’s Globe, 21 New Globe Walk, London SE19DT,UK

We have improved security, with all bags being checked. Please arrive in good time, and do not bring any large bags and check the calendar before your visit or call 44(0)20 7902 1500 to find out about our latest opening times.

Visitors are advised to arrive by public transport or by taxi. There is a car park on Thames Exchange on the north side of Southwark Bridge ( open 24 hours, seven days a week). Taxi may be found all year round on Southwark Bridge. It may also be possible to pick one up from outside the entrance hall on New Globe Walk.

1. If a group of 20 children visit the Exhibition &Theatre Tour , what is required for them to do?

A．They need to hire a guide themselves.	B．They must be protected by an adult.
C．They need to pay nothing for tickets .	D．They need to book in advance.

2. How much money is needed at least if there are 10 adults, 5 children and a senior(60+)?

A．£ 203.5	B．£ 188.5
C．£190	D．£195.5

3. In which column(专栏) of a newspaper could we find this advertisement?

A．Arts	B．News
C．Sales	D．Jobs

【推荐3】SEED Madagascar Volunteer

Whether your passion is sustainable community development or vital- conservation work, we can offer you an unforgettable experience. No particular skills are required to volunteer in a short term with us and training is given locally, but if you do have particular experience in areas relevant to your program, all the better!

Who it’s for

High schoolers, university and college students, corporate team building groups are all welcome.

At a glance

·Program length: 2—4 weeks

·Start dates: flexible, please discuss with our team

·Group size: 10—30 participants

·Activities: construction/conservation/English teaching—combined as required

·Location: Anosy region, Southeast Madagascar

What’s included

·Transport costs for the duration of the program from Day 1 collection at Fort Dauphin airport to drop-off at the program’s end

·Use of our beautiful campsites and facilities

·All meals while on program (Optional meals out at Fort Dauphin restaurants are extra.)

·Full training for building and construction tasks and conservation field research techniques

·Malagasy language lessons

Additional costs

International flights(leave/return to the UK)	£680—£1,000
Internal flights (from Antananarivo to Fort Dauphin)	£280—£400
Comprehensive travel insurance	£60—£150
Tourist visa	£20
Medical preparations	£30—£80
Personal equipment	£0—£100

Get started

Contact us today via our online form: Online enquiry form

1. What should you bear in mind if you want to apply for SEED Madagascar Volunteer?

A．It lasts for four weeks.	B．It doesn’t have fixed start dates.
C．It requires relevant experience.	D．It is intended for high school students.

2. Which of the following is provided without extra charge?

A．Comprehensive travel insurance.

B．Conservation field research techniques.

C．Short term training for different languages.

D．Transport from Antananarivo to Fort Dauphin.

3. How much do two participants pay for the international flights at least?

A．£560.

B．£680.

C．£1,360.

D．£2,000.

【推荐1】Whenever I hear a recording of John Denver singing “Sunshine on My Shoulders,” I find myself smiling, drawn to a love of the sun and outdoors I’ve had for decades as a Michigan native. Walking barefoot to the lake, playing shiftless in the sunlight, and breathing fresh air feel good.     1    

Studies have found higher rates of high blood pressure among people with the lowest sun exposure. One reason may be due to nitric oxide, a gas whose production is stimulated when your skin is exposed to the sun’s rays.     2     Vitamin D, which sunlight helps your body produce, is also linked to better heart health. So walk outdoors for 15 to 30 minutes daily.

    3    Research on 280 volunteers there found that people had a reduced heart rate, and lower blood pressure when they walked through a forest than when they spent time in an urban area.

One of the consequences of modem society is that rarely is our body in direct contact with the ground. The earth has an electrical current.     4     Although “earthing” or “grounding” is considered alternative by mainstream medicine, research shows that the practice seems to be able to reduce heart disease risk. So, walk around barefoot whenever possible, let your backyard grass tickle your feet, and dig your toes into sandy beaches.

    5     A 2011 British review of 11 studies found that people who exercised outside generally reported more energy and less anger, tension, and depression—all factors contributing to heart attack—than those who worked out indoors.

A．Exercising indoors is another option.

B．It reduces both heart attack and stroke risks.

C．As a doctor, I can tell you they are also very good for your heart.

D．Direct contact with it may be a stabilizing force for good health.

E．In Japan, walking through forests for healing has become a popular practice.

F．Exercising outdoors may be more beneficial than working out indoors.

G．You’ll get greater health benefits exercising where it’s green.

【推荐2】The Best Activities in Melbourne

It’s time to start planning how you’ll keep entertained. We’ve put together four family-friendly activities for you.

Visit Melbourne Royal Show

Some visit the show for the thrilling rides, the others feel amazed at award-winning cakes, the cutest baby animals…or maybe you’re all just united in a love of sugar-filled show bags. This year’s Melbourne Royal Show is set to be bigger and better than ever, running for 11 days, with all the fantastic attractions that we know and love.

Meet Magical Dragons at Kryal Castle

If your family has a love for the fantastical, you can get up close to mysterious dragons at Kryal Castle. There will be a wide rage of activities themed around the famous creatures, including an exciting dragon egg trip and dragon soldier training. You’ll come face to face with dragons, and catch the thrilling Dragon Cup Tournament, where noble soldiers and brave knights battle for the Dragon Cup.

Get Inspiration from First Nations Artists

The activity is inviting kids to express their creativity at the immersive (沉浸式虚拟现实的) art experience. The organizer will have little kids use their personal creativity to create their own artworks that can be taken home, surrounded by the world of art and culture as inspiration. There will also be free gifts and interactive art plays. It’s suitable for age 5 to 12.

Let Loose at the Museum of Play and Art(MoPA)

MoPA is a kids’ museum, a place where kids can engage with fun exhibits. The exhibits at MoPA are designed for kids aged 1 to 9. Kids can practice their fine motor skills, build and race in the Zoom Room, climb up to Sunset City for a sweet view of the museum and get creative at the MoPA Art Car.

1. How is this year’s Melbourne Royal Show different from before?

A．It offers live music.	B．It has thrilling rides.
C．It is larger than before.	D．It has award-winning cakes.

2. What is special about First Nations Artists?

A．It offers free gifts to kids.	B．It is mainly about the culture.
C．It’s the most suitable for kids.	D．It lets kids get writing inspiration.

3. Which is the best activity for kids to race?

A．Magical Dragons at Kryal Castle.	B．Melbourne Royal Show.
C．First Nations Artists.	D．The Museum of Play and Art.

【推荐3】There are many exciting projects at Science Buddies for students. If you are interested in plants, farming, water recycling and food science, you may enjoy the hands-on projects below.

Project A: Sweet o Potato Plants

Time required: Long (1+months) Cost: Low (under $20)

Do you enjoy eating sweet potatoes? They can be served as yummy snacks like mashed sweet potatoes with butter or golden-brown sweet potato fries. Do you want to grow your sweet potato plants and make tasty snacks at your will? In this science project, you will learn what part of the sweet potatoes is needed to grow the plants and how to make your own snacks.

Project B: Rooftop Gardens

Time required: Short (2—5 days) Cost: Medium ($20—$50)

Would you like some sky vegetables for dinner? How about some fresh-cut roof flowers to put in vases in your house? Around the world, rooftops are being turned into beautiful green space which takes in CO₂ while releasing fresh air. Besides, rooftop gardens also keep your house cooler and lower your energy bill. Try this science project to find out.

Project C: Recycling Greywater

Cost: Medium ($20—$50)

Time required: Long (1+months)

One way to conserve water is to find safe ways to use it more than once. Here is a project to test whether greywater (water that has been used for washing or bathing) can be used for watering plants. The goal of this project is to find out the effects of greywater on plant growth and health.

It is important to note that used toilet water (blackwater) is absolutely not suitable for re-use. It must pass through a water treatment system before being released back into the environment.

1. Students will get ________ if they take part in Sweet Potato Plants.

A．fresh air	B．delicious snacks
C．drinkable water	D．healthy vegetables

2. What do Projects B and C have in common?

A．Cost.

B．Time.

C．Goal.

D．Method.

3. In which section of the newspaper can we find this passage?

A．Sports.

B．Agriculture.

C．Medicine.

D．Fashion.

4. What does “Greywater” mean in the Project C?

A．The color of the water is gray

B．The water that has been used for drinking

C．The water that has been used for washing or bathing

D．The polluted water

【推荐1】Europe is one of the best travelling choices for everyone. It’s rich in culture, and every country is unique in beauty. Here are the best four European cities to travel to!

Vienna

The capital of Austria, Vienna, is the largest city in the country, and it’s also a cultural, economic and political center. Its incredible cultural and architectural heritage owes a lot to its long and varied history. It is known as the city of music and the city of dreams, being an important place for Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. It’s also considered one of the world’s most livable cities, where the quality of life is high.

Berlin

Berlin is the capital of Germany and is the place of culture, politics, media and science. It holds a strong history, and you can learn many things about the city’s contributions to the whole world. Travelling to Berlin is quite easy. In this small city, you are provided with trains, buses and the subway, but you can also use a bike to get from one place to another.

Brussels

The capital of Belgium, Brussels, is full of cultural events, being one of the most cosmopolitan (国际化的) cities in Europe and a time machine at the same time. Being a relatively small city, you can visit many places in one day, like the Palace of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V, the Europa building or the garden suburbs that date back to the start of the 20th century. Belgium is also known for the most delicious chocolate and the best beer in the world, so you definitely need to have a taste.

Copenhagen

Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark and is known to be one of the most sustainable cities in the world with a history dating back to the Viking Age. It’s full of Michelin-starred restaurants, has plenty of museums and holds the Copenhagen Fashion Week, which is the largest fashion event in Northern Europe. Copenhagen is considered to be among the happiest cities in the world, so you can go there to meet locals and catch their happiness.

1. What do we know about Berlin?

A．It is famous for music.

B．It’s regarded as a livable city.

C．It is the smallest city in Europe.

D．It has various means of transport.

2. Which city may interest a fashion fan?

A．Vienna.

B．Berlin.

C．Brussels.

D．Copenhagen.

3. What do the four cities have in common?

A．They are famous for delicious food.

B．They enjoy a long history.

C．They provide people with high quality of life.

D．They are cultural, economic and political centers.

【推荐2】Columbus College, 241 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Kowloon City MEMO

To: All staff

From: Jakie Mok, Secretary; Sports Development Committee

Date: May 20, 2010

A week ago, “Sports for Life” programme was sent to the parents, requiring them to select a sport they wanted their child to play. Since then, our staff have received lots of calls from parents asking for more information about it. Here is a memo for your reference when you answer the phones.

Sport 1: Basketball

We expect that this will be the most popular of the four sports. Therefore, students should be advised to sign up as soon as possible. Students will take a private bus to and from KwunTong Sports Park. To cover the cost of hiring a bus, each student will have to pay $10 each time. There will be four basketball courts available for our use with one teacher watching over each game.

Sports 2: Gym

We will be using St. Peter’s Memorial Park. Thee are two reasons for choosing this park. First, it is not very busy and crowded before 6 :00 p.m.. Second, it has lot of trees with plenty of shade. Students must bring along two bottles of water to prevent thirst. Three activities, skipping, jogging, outdoor aerobics (有氧运动), all of which are free of charge, will be arranged. And there will be a teacher on duty for each of the activities.

Sport 3: Hiking

Hiking will take place at Kowloon Peak. The activity will start at 2:30 p.m. and finish 90 minutes later. Three teachers will accompany the students, and a hiking instructor will accompany each group of 15 hikers. Each instructor will cost $75/hr.

Sport 4: Swimming

The Kowloon City Aquatic Centre is a 10-minute walk from our school. Four teachers will go the pool and conduct the goings-on from the poolside. We will only be able to reserve the pool for one hour (i. e. 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.). Only students skillful at swimming can take up this activity. The pool will have two lifeguards present. Girls must wear a swimming suit. The cost is $10 per visit.

1. Which can be inferred from the passage? ________.

A．Students taking part in basketball will walk to the courts

B．Every student can gain admission to one of the four sports

C．Hiking students can have a regular rest in the shade of trees

D．Students taking up the four sports should bring bottles of water

2. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A．Students selecting basketball had better register early.

B．Students participating in gym should arrive at 6:00 p.m.

C．Hiking usually begins at 2:30 p.m. and lasts 2 hours.

D．Students having swimming suits can take up swimming.

3. The memo aims to ________.

A．attract students’ interest in the programme

B．help the staff explain the programme to the parents

C．require the parents to select a sport for their child

D．remind teachers and lifeguards to be present on time