【推荐1】

The Baltimore Sun produces a number of consumer events throughout the year, including those listed below. For more information on any event, just click the icon or choose from the menu at right.
	Health & Fitness Expo The 2020 Health & Fitness Expo brought more than 4, 600 health conscious attendees to the MD State Fairgrounds, Exhibition Hall. Attendees took part in health screenings, gained fitness information, sampled many healthy foods and more. Check back soon for information on the 2021 Health & Fitness Expo.
	Travel Expo The 2020 Travel Expo & Golf Expo had more than 5,000 attendees. Mark your calendars for 2021 as the Travel & Golf Expo will return to the Baltimore Convention Center on Saturday-Sunday, February 25-26.
	Career Fair Calling all Job seekers! Start putting your resume together because the next Career Fair is coining soon! It will take place Wednesday, January 18, 2021 from 10 am to 4pm at M&T Bank Stadium, Club Level. Keep checking back for company listings and more event details.
	Baltimore's Best Darn Yard Sale Baltimore's Best Dam Yard Sale 2020 at Eastpoint Mall （商业街）was hopping （ 忙碌的）with thousands of shoppers with cash in hand to spend at more than 300 booths （售货亭）！ Sit tight and start saving your belongings and cash for Baltimore's Best Darn Yard Sale 2021.

1. What will you do to learn more information about the events above?

A．Telephoning.	B．Emailing.
C．Clicking the icon.	D．Going in person.

2. At what time should you go to Career Fair for you to look for a job?

A．8 am February 18.	B．12 am January 18.
C．4 pm January 8.	D．5 pm November 18.

3. Which part will you visit if you like shopping?

A．Health & Fitness Expo.	B．Travel Expo.
C．Career Fair.	D．Baltimore's Best Dam Yard Sale.

【推荐2】Personal Robot

Make your parents and teachers happy!

Are you having problems finishing your homework on time? Do you avoid tidying your room until your mom shouts at you? You don't need to worry if you buy a Mr. Helping Hand personal robot. Mr. H can be programmed to organize your homework. Your own personal robot will follow you around, putting away books and objects that you have left on the floor or bed.

Mr. H also has these features: weighs only 500 grams, includes long-lasting batteries, comes with a 5-year guarantee, remembers simple instructions.

Originally sold for $ 499 NOW ONLY $ 299!

WATCH CONTROL

This is a watch that James Bond would be proud to wear!

This is NOT a watch for ordinary people! Your electronic PENGO WATCH CONTROL acts as a remote control for TVs and videos.

gives you a daily weather forecast

reminds you when to hand in your homework

sets off a silent warning alarm when parents or teachers are near

Besides, your PENGO WATCH CONTROL will always tell you the time accurately!

Originally sold for $199    NOW ONLY $99!

For further information, click here.

1. With help from a Mr. H, you can ________.

A．finish your homework on time	B．stop using batteries
C．remember your teacher's instructions	D．get your room tidied on your way home

2. A PENGO WATCH CONTROL can help you to ________.

A．repair your TV	B．organize your homework
C．know what the weather is like	D．be a James Bond

3. You can get your Mr. H for ________.

A．$299

B．$499

C．$199

D．$99

【推荐3】The booking notes of the play “the Age of Innocence”

Price: $10 
BOOKING 
●in person 

The Box Office is open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

●by telephone 

Ring 01324976 to reserve your tickets or to pay by credit card (Visa, MasterCard and Amex accepted) 

●by post 

Stating the performance and choice of seats, send a cheque, postal order, or your credit card details to Oscar Theatre Box Office, PO Box 220, Main Street. All cheques should be made payable to Oscar Theatre.

●on line

Complete the on-line booking form at www. Satan fiedtheatre.com. 

DISCOUNTS 
●Saver: $2 off any seat booked any time in advance for performances from Monday to Thursday. Savers are available for children up to 16 years old, over 60s and full-time students. 
●Supersaver: half-price seats are available for people with disabilities and one companion. It is advisable to book in advance. There is a maximum of eight wheelchair spaces available and one wheelchair space will be held until an hour before the show. 
●Standby: best available seats are on sale for $6 from one hour before the performance for people eligible (有资格的) for Saver and Supersaver discounts and thirty minutes before for all other customers. 
●Group Bookings: there is a ten percent discount for parties of twelve or more. 
●School: school parties of ten or more can book $6 standby tickets in advance and will get every tenth ticket free.
Please note: we are unable to exchange tickets or return the money unless a performance is cancelled due to unexpected situations.
1. If you book by post, you can pay for a ticket by _____.

A．going to your local bank in person

B．visiting the website of a post office

C．providing your credit card information

D．stating the performance and choice of seats

2. How much should a school party of 16 students pay to watch the play?

A．$90

B．$96

C．$128

D．$144

3. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

A．There are 9 wheelchair spaces in the theatre in total.

B．Students above 16 years old are not eligible for Saver discounts.

C．You are not likely to get a good seat if you buy a discounted ticket.

D．The audience can’t get their money back if the play is on show as scheduled.

【推荐1】Popular Attractions in San Francisco

San Francisco is a famous city in northern California on America's west coast. There are beautiful landmark sites such as the Golden Gate Bridge and winding Lombard Street.

Golden Gate Bridge

Golden Gate Bridge is the symbol and landmark of San Francisco. The Bridge spans the entire San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate strait of the Pacific Ocean, making it an important transportation hub linking San Francisco and cities to the north. Many US movies and TV shows have been filmed here.

Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman s Wharf is a strip extending from Ghirardelli Square all the way to Pier 35 and close to popular destinations such as Chinatown and the Lombard Street. Famous sites such as Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, and the Bay Bridge can also be sighted in the distance. This is home to a wealth of shops and restaurants and lively street shows can be seen everywhere.

Lombard Street

Lombard Street is so named for its multiple hairpin turns. The 40 degree inclination here Poses a serious challenge to driving skills. The whole street is paved with bricks and lined on either side with foliage as well as multicolored flowers, offering diverse views all around the year.

Palace of Fine Arts

The San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts was originally built to display works of art for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition in 1915, but was mostly rebuilt in 1965. The lake and surrounding trees are also home to wildlife, such as ducks, birds and raccoons. On top of the dusky red stone pillars stand sculptures of nymphs, which are a favorite subject of many photographers.

1. Where should visitors go if they are movie fans?

A．Palace of Fine Arts.	B．Fisherman's Wharf.
C．Lombard Street.	D．Golden Gate Bridge.

2. What is Lombard Street named for?

A．Multicolored flowers.	B．The bricks.
C．Its sharp turns.	D．Diverse views.

3. What can visitors do at Palace of Fine Arts?

A．Take Pictures of sculptures.	B．Improve their driving skills.
C．Appreciate lively street shows.	D．Enjoy delicious food.

【推荐2】What You Need to Know Before You Go to Alaska

1. HEALTH

Note: If your journey includes travel in Alaska’s high altitude(海拔)regions, you may experience altitude sickness. Please consult your health care provider for suggestions on prevention and treatment.

2. WEATHER

Because of its vast size, a wide variation of climates is found across Alaska. In the interior(内陆)temperatures can exceed 90°F during summer, while the southeast and south-central coastal regions will average 55°F to 70°F. While daytime temperatures can be quite warm nights can be very cool. Use a website such as weather: com to find out the average temperatures and rainfall during your travel time

3. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

During your tour you will be exposed to the weather. As Abercrombie and Kent (A&K)programs to Alaska operate in summer, exposure to the sun is the most common concern, but cold days are also possible at any time of year. Pay special attention to the clothing suggestions and check the weather before your trip.

National parks and their surrounding areas are often home to a few troublesome plants and insects Poison oak(毒葛 )is one such plant o look out for. Your guides will help you identify t if you’re not sure what to Took for. If you come into contact with it, it is very important to wash with soap and water as quickly as possible. Keep in mind that the irritating oils from the plant are easily transferred from you, your clothing or equipment to other people or equipment, so even if you're not sensitive it is important to consider others.

The mosquito population in summer is quite high. The mosquitoes are large and aggressive. Be certain to pack insect repellent(驱虫剂 ) Those who are more sensitive to mosquitoes may also consider bringing head netting

1. If you want to go to some high locations in Alaska, you should_______.

A．consult some health care specialists for advice

B．take as much warm, lightweight clothing as possible

C．try to conquer your altitude sickness

D．do a lot of exercise in advance

2. What can we lean from Paragraph two?

A．It is very cold in the daytime and warm at night.

B．It has very warm weather during the rainfall season.

C．The average temperature is high both in the daytime and at night

D．The temperature can change greatly in a day

3. What should you do if you come into contact with poison oak?

A．Kill it with insect repellent as quickly as possible

B．Wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible.

C．Go to hospital to see a doctor as quickly as possible.

D．Throw away your clothes as soon as possible

【推荐1】BODWELLS SUMMER PROGRAM

If you want your children to experience Canada in one of the best high schools here, we can help make the experience memorable, enjoyable, and educational. Many activities offer training from instructors in the related field for additional learning. Teachers work with children to strengthen their English skills during all activities.

TIME	Aug. 1st	Aug. 2nd	Aug. 3rd	Aug. 4th	Aug. 5th	Aug. 6th	Aug. 7th
8:00 am - 10:00 am	Arrivals	English Class	Science Project	English Class	English Class	Whistler Day Trip Street & Down town Vancouver	Victoria Day Trip
10:00 am - 12:00 am		Sports & Games	Yoga	Ice Skating	Swimming
1:00 pm- 3:30 pm	Royal Ontario Museum	Nature Walk	English Class	Art Projects	Drama Class
3:30 pm - 9:00 pm		Movie Night	Talent Show	Canoeing at Deer Lake	Robson Granville Island	Farewell Party	Departures

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Outings:

All outings and sightseeing trips are led and supervised by Bodwell teachers who live on-site to provide 24-hour care and supervision. You won’t have concern about children’s safety. Groups participate in visiting famous attractions, exploring museums, and shopping, to name a few. Afterwards, groups participate in games and activities that develop trust and strengthen friendships.

Where can students eat and where can they buy food? Students are provided three meals usually from a Bodwell cafeteria and an evening snack every day. Packed lunches or dinners will be provided on all the outings.

How can students call home? Students may use one of the phones available in the Student Lounges or a pay phone on campus.

Program Fees: $1980 (Canadian students 10% off)

1. What can we learn about the program from the text?

A．Students have an English class every day.

B．An Activity is not available on the first day.

C．Students go sightseeing trips accompanied by teachers.

D．As is scheduled, Victoria Day Trip is on Aug. 6th.

2. How much would a Canadian student pay for the summer program?

A．$1980.

B．$1962.

C．$2180.

D．$1782.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A travel leaflet.	B．A textbook.
C．A school website.	D．A newspaper.

【推荐2】Beautiful Libraries Around the World

There are plenty of breathtaking places to visit in the world. There are natural wonders like the Grand Canyon or ancient ruins like the Colosseum(罗马斗兽场), or fantastic buildings with sky-high observation decks. But there are a few places, pretty much in every city, that you might not expect to take your breath away: libraries.

George Peabody Library, Baltimore, Maryland

Part of Johns Hopkins University, this simple, five story library holds 300,000 volumes. Though it’s technically part of the college, any member of the public in Baltimore is free to use the library, since it’s namesake, George Peabody, was a famous philanthropist. The library is also located near the Baltimore Washington Monument in the Mount Vernon-Belvedere neighborhood.

Central Library of Vancouver, Canada

This famous library is actually modeled after the Roman Colosseum. It has nine floors and takes up an entire city block, so it’s not only a library with nine and a half million items (including books, e-books, CDs, DVDs, newspapers and magazines), but is also a complex with shops, cafés and offices. There’s even a rooftop garden that’s open to the public.

National Library of Brazil – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Approximately nine million items are contained in the National Library of Brazil in Rio de Janeiro. Ranking seventh in size amongst all other libraries around the world, it features a 19th-century collection of tens of thousands of photographs that, due to their significance, are on the register of the UNESCO.

Joe and Rika Mansueto Library, University of Chicago – Chicago, Illinois, USA

The University of Chicago’s Joe and Rika Mansueto Library has been given the nickname “The Egg,” owing in part to its distinctive oval shape. Local architectural firm Murphy/Jahn came up with an innovative solution to fitting the library into an already crowded campus: it plunges 55 feet underground. Meanwhile, thanks to the domed transparent glass roof, light streams through to the reading room, yet solar heat and excessive UV rays are kept largely at bay.

1. Why is the George Peabody Library free to the public?

A．Because it is part of Johns Hopkins University.

B．Because it holds a large volume of books.

C．Because its founder is a philanthropist.

D．Because it is located near the Baltimore Washington Monument.

2. Which library features a large number of pictures?

A．George Peabody Library	B．Central Library of Vancouver
C．National Library of Brazil	D．Joe and Rika Mansueto Library

3. How did the architect fit a library into a crowded campus?

A．Set up a new library in the old buildings.

B．Build the library underground.

C．Build a library that only needs to accommodate a few people.

D．Add floors above the existing building.