It's a warm summer afternoon. You're cooking over a campfire. Suddenly, a few raindrops fall on your arms, and before you know it, the sky is opened up. Then you hear what sounds like thunder in the distance. What should you do? Your tent is close by and would offer shelter from the pouring rain. There's a campsite (野营地) a few minutes down the path. And then you remember that your car is parked down the road. What's your safest choice to make sure you and your families are safe?
It's a common question for many hikers and campers, especially when they're camping during summer months. Heading for your car is almost always the safest choice. Your tent and a shelter will keep you dry, but they offer little or no protection against lightning. Your car, on the other hand, will keep you dry and protect you from lightning strikes. Protecting yourself against possible lightning strikes is very important; lightning kills an average of 62 people in the US each year. If you keep all of the windows and doors closed in your car, you'll be able to return to your campsite safely.
Of course, if you're backpacking, not car camping, and if you're deep in the woods, your car won't be a good choice. So, what should you do if your car is far away and there's no other safe shelter nearby? First, you'll have to make sure that tree limbs (大树枝) or other objects don't fall on you or your campsite. Then you'll have to get in a safe position to avoid lightning, or flash flood conditions.
1. What does the passage want to tell us?A.When to start camping. | B.How to camp safely in the woods. |
C.How to survive a storm when camping. | D.Where to camp safely in summer. |
A.go into your tent quickly | B.stay around the campfire |
C.run into a campsite at once | D.get into your car |
A.People should not go camping alone. |
B.People should never camp deep in the woods. |
C.Backpacking is not a good choice for campers. |
D.Finding a shelter when camping without a car is important. |
A.Campers like car camping best. |
B.Lightning is a danger for campers. |
C.Young people like backpacking best. |
D.Camping during summer months is the most popular. |
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【推荐1】How to enjoy working out if you hate exercise
Regular physical activity helps people build their bodies, it is also great at fighting anxiety and depression. However, not everyone is into sports. How can you create a workout routine you can stick with and enjoy?
Make exercising a regular part of your day.
At first, I took a casual approach to exercise and worked out every other day, but if I didn’t make it, I just let it go. The problem was, I kept finding reasons to bag my workouts.
One of the biggest mistakes beginners make is doing too much, too soon. If you want to try running, don’t go out and run 3 miles as fast as you can. Alternate running a block or a minute with walking a block or a minute for just 1 mile and build from there. This same principle applies to any new activity you select. And give your new activity time, as it takes a while for a new behavior to become a habit.
Find a form of exercise you like doing.
Not everyone will get into running, like I did. Try various exercises and see what suits you. It might be running, swimming or biking.
Add fun factor to the exercise.
Even if you find an exercise you enjoy, not every workout will be fun. Sometimes you’ll be tired or just not in the mood to work out. This is when it’s time to get creative. Regularly exercising with a friend can help motivate both of you to keep it up. Drive to your favorite park, join a friend in their favorite activity or treat yourself to some new workout clothes.
A.Soon I was running just one day a week. |
B.Do whatever it takes to keep exercising. |
C.Here are four tips I’ve found beneficial. |
D.Start slowly, and give your new routine time. |
E.The more exercise you take, the healthier you will be. |
F.Below are several things you should do to ensure safety. |
G.Or you might prefer working out to a video or dancing in your own room. |
【推荐2】Will there be an outbreak of bird flu that threatens humans? Many experts disagree on when or whether a human pandemic (大流行病) will occur, but do say there is a chance that the virus could mutate(变异), leading to widespread infection.
Stock up on food, water and household supplies. If there is a bird flu pandemic, you'll want to minimize your chance of catching it by staying indoors; you might even be required to stay home if the government asks that people remain in quarantine (隔离期). You’d better stock up today on at least 2-week worth of essentials such as water, food, emergency and medical supplies.
Have an outbreak plan. It may feel odd or uncomfortable to talk to family members and loved ones about the worst-case pandemic scenario. But if that scenario strikes, you’ll all be much better off if you have a plan decided on and ready.
Moreover, know your essential health information such as blood type, allergies, and past or current medical conditions. Make a list of that essential information for all the members of your family.
A.Work out regularly to stay slim. |
B.Pick up the habits of healthy behavior. |
C.It is wise to keep it somewhere safe and visible. |
D.It’s important to ask yourself these questions before a pandemic occurs. |
E.Talk with your friends and family about how you’d respond to an epidemic. |
F.In that case, the best thing you can do right now is to prepare for that possibility. |
G.That will help you get through an extended time at home if an outbreak happens. |
Tips to Increase Your Productivity
Want to get more done in your day? Of course you do.
Make a plan for your day. Make sure you know how you want your day to go in advance, even before you start.
Break large tasks down into bits accomplished easily. Do you have a large project that’s just so big that you keep putting it off? Or maybe you’re just unsure of where to begin, so you put it off.
Always set your priorities.
A.A good way is to break the project down into more manageable ones. |
B.It’s important to accomplish the most important tasks first. |
C.This can provide you a roadmap for the day. |
D.To stay competitive in any industry, you need to improve your productivity. |
E.Be aware of when you are the most productive. |
F.Reward yourself if you are productive. |
G.It’s tough to meet depressed people who are productive. |
【推荐1】Seward, which lies on Alaska's beautiful Kenai Peninsula, is a coastal town full of activities for children. The natural history and wildlife of the area provide opportunities for kids to learn as they enjoy the many wonders of this part of the world.
Kenai Fjords National Park
Seward serves as the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. Boat trips from the Seward small boat harbor daily. Various companies offer half-day and full-day trips to view wildlife, including a variety of sea animals and birds. Choose a boat tour that offers kids a chance to see the wildlife of Resurrection Bay.
Fishing
Sport fishing in Seward is an exciting year-round activity for all ages. Even those who choose not to hit the water can enjoy Seward's beauty. Walking around the harbor and watching the boats pull up with their catches can be loads of fun. And it's free!
Alaska Sea Life Center
To get an up close and personal view of local sea life, check out the Alaska Sea Life Center. The center offers exhibits showing the various wildlife of the Gulf of Alaska, including Stellar sea lions, harbor seals, deep sea fish, Alaskan king crab, and event the Giant Pacific Octopus. The Alaska Sea Life Center is open daily, year-round, except Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Into the Woods
For kids who enjoy the great outdoors, plan a visit to a Chugach National Forest or Caines Head State Recreation Area. Take a hike and even bring a picnic on one of the many trails each of these areas has to offer. Trail rides are another great way to get off the beaten path and view the wildlife for which Alaska is so famous.
1. Visitors can go to Kenai Fjords National Park ________.A.by water | B.by bus | C.on foot | D.by air |
A.New Year | B.April Fool’s Day | C.Mother’s Day | D.Thanksgiving Day |
A.Fishing | B.Into the Woods |
C.Alaska Sea Life Center | D.Kenai Fjords National Park |
【推荐2】To celebrate the Thanksgiving Day, there’ re a lot of things to experience in the River City Richmond in the state of Virginia.
Holiday Light Show
There’s a feast of LED-light displays at the Holiday Light Show, through New Year’s Eve at the Richmond Raceway Complex. It celebrates diverse holiday traditions. There’s about a mile of lights, and it takes just under a half hour to drive through. It opens at 5 pm each night, and admission in advance is $25 per carload, or $62.50 for unlimited admissions.
Good Burger Market
“Welcome to Good Burger, home of the Good Burger. Can I take your order?” That line from the 1997 film Good Burger brings us a feeling of nostalgia (怀旧). The upcoming shopping event on November 26, Good Burger Market, is from the idea of the funny film, from noon to 5 pm, when CobbleStore Vintage and Last Pick Vintage will host the Good Burger Market, featuring local vendors (小贩), live tunes and burgers.
Model Railroad Show
The 45th annual Model Railroad Show rolls back into the Science Museum of Virginia for the weekend. This year’s show features train displays, steam engine displays, a live train scene and rides on the Teddy Bear Express, tracking the technological footprint. Entry to the show is included with a general admission ticket, but registration is required from 9:30 am to 4:15 pm on November 25, 26 and 27. Ticket prices vary.
Symphony Pops Concert
Kick off the holiday season with the Symphony Pops Concert “Let It Snow” on November 26 and 27 at the Carpenter Theatre. The symphony will perform holiday classics and songs. Before the concert, bring the kids to the “Cocoa with Jack Frost & the Snow Queen” event. There’ll also be cookie decorating, crafts, and games. Concert tickets are $10-$85, and tickets for the “Cocoa with Jack Frost & the Snow Queen” event are $31-$35.
1. How will the visitors experience the holiday light show?A.By walking. | B.By boat. | C.By helicopter. | D.By car. |
A.Holiday Light Show. | B.Good Burger Market. |
C.Model Railroad Show. | D.Symphony Pops Concert. |
A.At the Richmond Raceway Complex. | B.At CobbleStore Vintage. |
C.At the Virginia Museum. | D.At the Carpenter Theatre. |
【推荐3】A Summer of Adventure is Waiting!
June 29-August 21
Gather the family and get ready to go on an adventure with WPSU's Virtual Summer Camp! For eight weeks starting June 29, explore your world through weekly themes. For example, in weeks one we'll explore Oviparous (egg laying) animals through music, stories, nature walks, animals, and crafts.
Activities are designed for children aged 3 to 8, but the entire family can participate. Our goal is to provide activities to keep your children active, entertained, and learning about their world all summer.
Mondays, at 11:00 a.m.
Music with Melanie
Tuesdays, at 7:00 p.m.
Tales with the Authors
Wednesdays, at 3:00 p.m.
Walks with Carolyn
Thursdays, at 6:00 p.m.
Virtual Camp with Kate
Fridays, at 1:00 p.m.
Upcycle Fun with Laura
Great Performances: Kinky Boots
The Tony Award-winning singer — Cyndi Lauper's songs by pop icon and a book by Broadway legend Harvey Fierstein about an unexpected duo (二重唱) that mixes their differences to create an extraordinary line of shoes.
Friday, August 21, at 9:00 p.m.
Speaking Grief: A WPSU Original Film
Speaking Grief explores the transformative (变换的) experience of losing a family member in a grief-avoided society. It gives evidence for grief as a normal, healthy part of the human experience rather than a problem that needs to be “fixed.”
Sunday, August 23, at 8:00 p.m.
Neil Diamond: Hot August Night III
This 2012 concert at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles marked the 40th anniversary of Diamond's multiplatinum (唱片) album, recorded in 1972 at the same location.
Friday, August 28, at 8:30 p.m.
1. What will the Smiths choose for their two little boys?A.Hot August Night I. | B.A WPSU Original Film. |
C.Kinky Boots. | D.A Summer of Adventure is Waiting. |
A.Grief is an illness that needs seeing a doctor. | B.Losing a family member often causes grief. |
C.Grief is a severe problem that needs operation. | D.Someone can never experience grief during his life. |
A.Kinky Boots and Hot August Night Ⅲ. | B.A WPSU Original Film and Kinky Boots. |
C.A WPSU Original Film and Hot August Night Ⅲ. | D.Kinky Boots and A Summer of Adventure is Waiting. |
【推荐1】School Activities for Kids and Teens
July is a month of fun-filled activities for kids and teens as long as you know where to find them. When you want some fun activities for July, consider these activities happening this month.
Magic Class Time: Friday, July 7, 10:00 a. m. Cost: Free Booking Phone: 34038470 Address: Centenary Community hub, 171 Dandenong Note: Would you like to be a magician(魔术师)? Then join David, the magician, to learn about real magic with playing cards, coins, ring ropes and DIY projects and be able to become the life of the party. | Science With Me: Making Your Own Guitar! Time: Saturday, July 8, 3:00 p. m. Cost: Free Booking phone: 34031226 Address: 10, Egginton Closc Note: Do you want to make a guitar with Katy and her mom? Science With Me is going to be with you. Please remember to bring a piece of wood, a hammer, some rubber bands and some nails with you. |
Secret of the Dragon Time: Monday, July 17, 10:30 a. m. Cost: Adult: $8.40 Children under 15: half Booking Phone: 34032578 Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens Note: Secret of the Dragon is a magical story about two children who ride a dragon to explore the universe. | The Search for Life: Are We Alone? Time: Thursday, July 27, 2:00 p. m. Cost: Adult: $14.50 Children under 12: $8.70 Booking Phone: 34037689 Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens Note: Are we truly alone in space? Is there any life out there? These questions are asked in this show. |
A.Its address is Brisbane Botanic Gardens. |
B.The class begins on the afternoons of July 7. |
C.David can teach people to perform magic tricks. |
D.People should bring some rubber bands and some nails. |
A.By calling 34038470. | B.By calling 34032578. |
C.By calling 34031226. | D.By calling 34037689. |
A.$12.60. | B.$16.80. |
C.$17.40. | D.$23.20. |
【推荐2】Children love summertime. They can go to different summer camps they love. Here are some great camps for children who want to have fun and learn new things.
Studio School
This camp offers three different programs to ensure a summer full of fun and discoveries. Morning Fun is for campers aged 1-3, where they spend time singing, painting, and playing in the kiddie pool. Discovery Days is for campers aged 3-6, where they invent new things while using their imagination to the fullest. Summer by Design is for campers aged 6-13, where they choose from workshops on arts, music and technology.
Learn more: studioschoolnyc.org
Taste Buds Kitchen
Enjoy new and tasty cooking adventures as you develop the skills to cook each week this summer and on every school holiday. The programs will set you up to be a future Top Chef while making friends and rewarding your taste buds. Weekly themes include Around the World, Chocolate Lovers, Iron Chef. etc.
Learn more: tastebudskitchen.com
TADA! Youth Theater
Every week during the summer, kids aged from 4 to 12 at TADA! perform a new mini-musical in just five days! Campers write and perform their own shows based on weekly themes. Professional teaching artists direct scenes and teach related musical numbers from TADA!'s original family musicals.
Learn more: TADAtheater.com
Taft Summer School
At Taft Summer School, children will find a platform to expand (扩大) their education. For students in grades 7-9 looking for a preview of boarding school life, students in grades 10-12 wanting to improve their learning skills, or teens planning to take SAT prep courses, this independent educational environment is a great resource.
Learn more: taftschool.org
1. What do we know about the programs of Studio School?
A.They all focus on arts and music. |
B.They are designed for different age groups. |
C.They offer kids one-to-one guidance. |
D.They mainly attract kids interested in cooking. |
A.Create stories for a short play. |
B.Put on a famous musical. |
C.Perform with their family members. |
D.Share feelings about each performance. |
A.TADAtheater.com | B.taftschool.org |
C.studioschoolnyc.org | D.tastebudskitchen.com |
【推荐3】Off the Beaten Cart Path
The best-selling travel book which includes over 200 new places of interest, over 200 new fill-color photographs, and all-new, up-to date maps. It includes over 1,000 of the United States most must-see destinations.
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Parents
The most popular magazine for parents who want to raise smart and loving children. It has child development guidance, advice on your child’s health and safety, and the best way to encourage your child’s learning.
Cover Price: $ 26.00
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Best Weekend Projects
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Lucky
The shopping magazine with the best buys, and the fashion tips. You’ll need them before you go to the stores. What makes Lucky really special is that it gives you the information you need before anyone else has it.
Cover Price: $ 18.50
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1. How much can you save to buy a copy of Best Weekend Projects now?A.$ 13.4. | B.$ 10.2. | C.$ 4.05. | D.$3. |
A.Parents. | B.Lucky. | C.Off the Beaten Cart Path. | D.Best Weekend Projects. |
A.Ladies loving shopping. | B.Parents with new-born babies. |
C.Husbands wanting to improve their home. | D.Persons loving traveling in America. |