The Guide to the Lively Arts
| Show Name | Dates & Times | Description | Details | Price |
| Holiday Cheer! | Sunday, April 9, 2023 7:30 P.M. | Celebrate the holidays with music from the Nutcracker, Corals, Bach and more. | Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington, 4444 Arlington Blvd. 703-685-7590 | $38 Adult $ 19 Student |
| Handel: Messiah | Sunday, June 4, 2023 4:00 P.M. | Thomas, conducts NDC and orchestra in Handel’s beloved Messiah, the most frequently performed plays. | Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts Center, 4915 East Campus Dr., Alexandria, VA 202 -244-7191 | $35 Adult $30 Seniors (62+) $20 Youth under 18 |
| Exhibition of Fine Art | Every Saturday and Sunday from March 18, 2023 to April 30, 2023 1:00-5:00 P.M. | The Miniature Painters, Sculptors & Gravers Society of Washington DC presents an international exhibition of nearly 700 amazing and beautiful miniature works of art, none larger than 6 inches in any direction. | Strathmore Mansion 10701 Rockville pike North Bethesda, MD 301-581-5109 | Free, no tickets required |
| A．$ 90. | B．$ 80. | C．$55. | D．$ 50. |
| A．202-416-8400. | B．703-685-7590. |
| C．301 -581-5109. | D．202-244-7191. |
| A．Handel: Messiah. | B．Holiday Cheer! |
| C．Shear Madness. | D．Exhibition of Fine Art. |
相似题推荐
【推荐1】The best places to see giant pandas are, of course, in Chengdu, hometown of giant pandas. But there are zoos/parks in other China cities where you can see giant pandas if you can’t get to Chengdu.
Dujiangyan Panda Base●Location: Dujiangyan Prefecture, 67 km(41 mi)or 1.5 hours from Chengdu
●Pandas: about 20
●Activities: panda viewing, and panda keeper program
●Suitable for: those who want a less-crowded panda base or to join in a one-day volunteer program
●Time needed: half a day
Dujiangyan Panda Base focuses on breeding, wilderness training, and releasing pandas into the wild. Only 1.5 hours from Chengdu, it is the most easily-accessible panda base offering a panda keeper program.
Wolong Panda Base●Location: 121 km(175 mi)west of Chengdu, 3 hours’ driving
●Pandas: about30
●Activities: seeing pandas, panda keeper program, hiking in wild panda habitat
●Best for: taking part in a volunteer program in a peaceful environment
●Time needed: 2 days
Compared with Dujiangyan, Wolong Panda Base is much further away from Chengdu. Thus, it is less frequented by visitors. Besides, Wolong National Nature Reserve is considered to be the real hometown of wild pandas.
Chongqing Zoo●Location: Chongqing City, conveniently on subway line 2
●Pandas: about 16
●Activities: Seeing pandas only
●Time needed: 2 hours
●Best for: travelers who visit Chongqing or take a Yangtze Cruise
Chongqing Zoo boasts 16 pandas, which is second to Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Center among the city zoos. Located in the “Mountain City”, Chongqing Zoo is built on the mountain slopes. The panda house utilizes the mountainside and includes a rock cave. So, you have to climb up a little for a panda visit there.
1. What advantage does Dujiangyan Panda Base have compared with Wolong Panda Base?| A．It has most pandas. | B．It is closer to Chengdn. |
| C．It is panda’s real hometwon. | D．It offers various keeper programs. |
| A．None of them. | B．Chongqing Zoo. |
| C．Wolong Panda Base. | D．Dujiangyan Panda Base. |
| A．A person caring about pandas. | B．A person loving exploring rock caves. |
| C．A person enjoying climing mountains. | D．A person aiming for panda keeper programs. |
【推荐2】RUN FOR FUN
COME AND RUN WITH US
Come and join us for the 6th Run for Fun and let’s make it a day to remember. This event is part of the Run Festival. Race for one mile, with a bag of potatoes.
Members needed
Only teams are needed for the relay race, such as friends, sports clubs and families. Four adults are needed for each team.
Rules to follow
●It’s a short-distance (短距离)race, but runners are supposed to carry a bag of potatoes while running-20 kilos for men and 10 kilos for women.
●Don’t drop the potatoes!
●Men are asked to finish the hurdling. Be careful when you’re jumping over the one-meter-high fences(障碍物)while running. Safety first.
More information
●Date 12th & 13th September
● Location North Park
●Start time 2:00 pm
●Organizer Terry Wilkins
●Contact (联系) us Call Murray Green at (02) 92136116
What you get
●Free entry
●Finisher’s medal
●Bag of potatoes
1. Which statement about Run for Fun is true?| A．It is a long-distance race. |
| B．It is only free for finishers. |
| C．Its organizer is Murray Green. |
| D．It has already been held five times. |
| A．she is not free on 13th August |
| B．her team members are all adults |
| C．she wants to take part on her own |
| D．she can’t carry 20 kilos of potatoes |
| A．A true story. | B．A news report. |
| C．A shopping poster. | D．An activity introduction. |
【推荐3】For the Love of Food
Make food your life in the CIA Associate in Culinary Arts degree program. You’ll not only build the core skills used by every chef; you’ll chart your own path toward a lifelong career doing what you love. Learn to prepare a wide variety of dishes and cuisines, manage people, and use state-of-the-art equipment—all in less than two years! Come and make our trademark hands-on learning approach and industry-proven experts work for you.
Highlights:
1st Session: Learn how to develop flavor, employ classic and contemporary culinary techniques, create menus, and prepare global cuisines.
2nd Session: Study the ways successful culinary professionals manage restaurants, high-end catering, food trucks, and other food-related businesses.
3rd Session: Gain real-world experience through a paid internship semester at one of CIA’s 2,000+ food industry partners.
4th Session: Discover how real public restaurants are operated—hands-on, in our award-winning, live-action restaurant classrooms that serve thousands of customers annually.
How to apply：
Get started by submitting your application on our official website. Choose from two online options: CIA ONLINE APP or COMMON APP.
Next, to complete your application file, we just need three additional items:
▲ Request official transcripts(成绩单).
▲ Submit an essay to indicate your goals in life.
▲ Ask for a recommendation letter written by your teachers.
That’s it! You’re on your way to enrolling at CIA. If you’ve already submitted your application, learn more about the essay and supporting materials. Get ready for applications at least 3 months in advance in case of any interviews and background checks. Applications for our program are due by December 1,2023.
1. How long at most can you get the degree?| A．one year | B．two years | C．three years | D．four years |
| A．At the first session. | B．At the second session. |
| C．At the third session. | D．At the fourth session. |
| A．They should write a recommendation letter themselves. |
| B．They should submit applications by email. |
| C．They should start to apply in December 2023. |
| D．They should prepare for the application ahead of schedule. |
【推荐1】Want to see the majestic Forbidden City, or somewhere else while avoiding the fuss of travel and crowds?
Log on to Virtual Tours in China, a project that enables visitors to take virtual（虚拟）trips to sought-after attractions around China. In collaboration with Quanjingke, a provider of virtual tour services, China-culture. org haslaunched Virtual Tours in China using state-of-the-art VR technology to offer online tours to more than 40 popular tourist attractions and world-renowned natural heritage sites across China.
| Historical sites: the Dunhuang, Mogao Grottoes, Ming Tombs. . . |
| Natural landscapes: Huangshan Mountain, Jiuzhaigou. . . |
| Exquisite architecture: the Summer Palace, Potala Palace. . . |
Just a few clicks, visitors can appreciate the beauty of China’s history and culture in minute-detail. Voiced tours and 3D guide maps are available to offer more detailed information. It is a concentrated multimedia travel experience packed in a virtual tour. |
| A．Ming Tombs. | B．Summer Palace. | C．Jiuzhaigou. | D．Huangshan Mountain. |
| A．Go by air. | B．Self-drive. | C．Tour online. | D．Skim through pictures. |
| A．In a novel. | B．In a tour magazine. | C．In a history book. | D．In a scientific report. |
【推荐2】Train Information
All customers travelling on TransLink services must be in possession of a valid ticket before boarding. For ticket information, please inquire at your local station or call 13 12 30.
While Queensland Rail makes every effort to ensure trains run as scheduled, there can be no guarantee of connections between trains or between train services and bus services.
●Lost property
Call Lost Property at 13 16 17 during business hours for items lost on Queensland Rail services.
The lost property office is open Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 5 pm and is located at Roma Street station.
●Public holidays
On public holidays, generally a Sunday timetable operates. On certain major event days, i.e. Australia Day, Anzac Day, sporting and cultural days, special additional services may operate.
Christmas Day services operate to a Christmas Day timetable. Before travel please visit translink.com.au or call TransLink at 13 12 30 anytime.
●Customers using mobility devices
Many stations have wheelchair access from the car park or entrance to the station platforms.
For assistance, please call Queensland Rail at 13 16 17.
Guardian trains (outbound)
| Depart | Origin | Destination | Arrive |
| 6:42 pm | Altandi | Varsity Lakes | 7:37 pm |
| 7:29 pm | Central | Varsity Lakes | 8:52 pm |
| 8:57 pm | Fortitude Valley | Varsity Lakes | 9:52 pm |
| 11:02 pm | Roma Street | Varsity Lakes | 12:22 am |
| A．Call 13 16 17. | B．Visit translink.com. au. |
| C．Ask at the local station. | D．Go to a bus service office. |
| A．Call Lost Property at 13 16 17 at once. |
| B．Go to Roma Street station on Monday. |
| C．Take the 9: 52 pm train back to Fortitude. |
| D．Report to the Queensland Rail service website. |
| A．57 minutes. | B．83 minutes. | C．80 minutes. | D．55 minutes. |
【推荐3】Film Summaries of Oscar Winner Films
Best Picture/Best Director/Best Supporting Actor/Best Adapted Screenplay
No country for Old Men
When Llewellyn Moss (Josh Brolin) finds some dead bodies by chance in the middle of the deserted West Texas range, he takes the bag of money he finds at the scene and soon draws the attention of the county sheriff (治安者) investigating the crime. Sheriff Bell (Tommy Lee Jones) will become Llewellyn’s best hope for survival, however, when he finds himself the object of a severe pursuit by hired killer Anton Chigurh (Javier Bardem), a murderous sociopath (极端反社会者).
Best Leading Actor/Best Cinematography
There Will Be Blood
In his cruel pursuit of wealth, oilman Daniel Plainview(Daniel Day-Lewis) tricks a local farmer into giving away his valuable drilling rights and rejects his own son H. W. when the boy loses his hearing in an accident. As he becomes increasingly lonely and unstable, Daniel places his trust in a beggar claiming to be his half-brother, and finds his position unsettled by H. W.’s return and the growing popularity of the farmer’s son, now a churchman.
Best Leading Actress
La Vie en Rose
In a life marked by personal tragedy and artistic triumph, Edith Piaf(Marion Cotillard)grows from a child born in poverty to an international well-known singer. Raised primarily by her grandmother, a brothel (keeper, young Edith is discovered singing on the streets of Paris and begins a remarkable career that cannot save her from a life bothered by drugs. alcohol, and a series of unhappy love affairs.
Best Supporting Actress
Michael Clayton
When one of the best lawyers at a powerful corporate law firm suffers a guilt-fueled breakdown, Michael Clayton (George Clooney) is called in to take care of the situation. As he tries hard to find out the facts behind the multimillion dollar lawsuit at the center of the conflict, Michael finds himself making moral decisions that will place his life in danger.
1. From the given films, we can know ________.| A．all of them are not the winner film of Best Director |
| B．Daniel is a lonely and changeable churchman with wealthy |
| C．Edith Piaf is the winner of Best Leading Actress |
| D．Michael Clayton is a documentary |
| A．No country for Old Men | B．There Will Be Blood |
| C．La Vie en Rose | D．Michael Clayton |
| A．Advertisement | B．Lifestyle | C．Entertainment | D．Business |
