SEA LIFE LONDON AQUARIUM (水族馆) GUIDE
Have you ever wished you could swim to the deepest of the ocean to see some of the rarest sea creatures in the world? Or even take a trip to Antarctica and take photos of a family of penguins? Well, luckily for you, the SEA LIFE London Aquarium allows visitors to do that.
Opened in 1997, the SEA LIFE London Aquarium is the largest in London. Not only does it provide entertainment for visitors as they watch sharks, turtles, and tropical fish swim over, under and all around them, but it’s also one of the UK’s leading centers for sea life protection.
Highlights:
| Pacific Display | Walking over a glass window and watching sharks swim under your feet |
| Atlantic Zone | Observing turtles, snails, and octopuses |
| Tidal Reach Zone | Taking photos of colorful jellyfish and pipefish |
| Rockpools | Feeling starfish (海星) and the shell of a crab |
Make sure you take advantage of the discounted tickets available on any of our official websites.
Dress in layers (层) during your visit, because it can get quite warm inside the aquarium and cold in the penguin area.
Avoid visiting during the busier periods since some of the areas of the aquarium are quite narrow.
Ticket prices:
Tickets cost £19.95, but there are other choices:
If you want to see the London Eye as well as the aquarium, there is a “SEA LIFE and London Eye” package for £39.
If you want to swim with the friendly sharks in the aquarium, there is a “Shark Experience” package which costs £89.
1. What do we know about the SEA LIFE London Aquarium?
| A．It is the oldest aquarium in London. | B．It is the first to be built underwater. |
| C．It plays a part in protecting sea creatures. | D．It owns the largest variety of sea species. |
| A．Tidal Reach Zone. | B．Pacific Display. |
| C．Atlantic Zone. | D．Rockpools. |
| A．Wearing layers of clothing. | B．Showing your ID for discounts. |
| C．Booking package tickets for the visit. | D．Keeping a safe distance from others. |
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【推荐1】National Parks in Utah
Zion National Park
It’s perfect for scenic drives and outdoor adventures. One of the park highlights is the Zion Canyons, which offers different hiking (远足) opportunities. Late spring or early fall is the best time to visit Zion National Park, since most facilities are open during this time. However, if you don’t mind cold weather, visit during the late fall and winter.
Bryce Canyon National Park
It’s home to the greatest number of hoodoos (石林) on earth, which are one of the natural wonders of the world. You can see most of Bryce Canyon’s highlights in one day by taking the scenic drive and making stops at various views. Most people visit the park between May and September since the weather is warmer.
Canyonlands National Park
Although it’s the 23rd largest National Park in the US, Canyonlands is the largest out of the four national parks in Utah. The best time of the year to visit is when the weather is pleasant in the spring and fall. The park has four main parts: The Maze, Island in the Sky, The Needles, and Horseshoe Canyon. If you plan to visit every part, you can go on a boat tour to explore it.
Arches National Park
Known as a red-rock wonderland, Arches National Park is popular for its stone arches (石拱).The park has over 2,000 stone arches, with Landscape Arch the largest. The park is busiest from March through October. However, the spring and fall temperatures are the most comfortable. So, the best time to visit is April, May, September and October.
1. When is the best time to visit Zion National Park?| A．Late spring. | B．Early summer. | C．Late fall. | D．Early winter. |
| A．It features hike programs. | B．It is known for stone arches. |
| C．It is the largest one in Utah. | D．It requires advance bookings. |
| A．Take a journey down a river. | B．Explore the Zion Canyons. |
| C．Tour Island in the Sky. | D．Admire the red rock. |
【推荐2】Summer is the most popular season to visit Texas since there is so much to see and to do. While visiting the Lone Star State this summer, don’t miss visiting some of these attractions and taking part in some of Texas’ best summer vacation activities.
Visit SeaWorld
There are sea life shows, adventure camps, thrilling rides and a water park. A great many activities are waiting for you at SeaWorld.
Windsurf (风帆冲浪) at South Padre
With miles of shallow (浅的), calm water in the Lower Laguna Madre and strong winds conning off the Gulf of Mexico, South Padre Island is a windsurfer’s dream.
Swim at Barton Springs
Barton Springs is in the famous Zilker Park. It was formed when Barton Creek was built. Since its opening, Barton Springs has become one of the most popular swimming pools in the state.
Take part in an outdoor adventure
In the scenic Texas Hill Country, Lake Buchanan Adventures offers different kinds of activities, including boating, hiking, camping and more....
Camp and hike in Big Bend Park
Big Bend offers a great number of outdoor activities in an old way. Backpacking, mountain biking, fishing, boating, hiking, nature watching and camping — you name it. If it can be done outdoors, it can be done in Big Bend.
Enjoy saltwater fishing
Saltwater fishing in Texas is as good as anywhere else in the USA. More and more fishermen have been discovering this in recent years and packing their bags and rods (鱼竿) to make good use of Texas’ world-class saltwater fishery.
1. The underlined phrase “the Lone Star State” in Paragraph 1 is another name for ________.| A．Texas | B．San Antonio | C．South Padre | D．Gulf of Mexico |
| A．sea life shows | B．adventure camps | C．climbing | D．exciting rides |
| A．Barton Springs is the most popular in the USA |
| B．Lake Buchanan Adventures offers indoor activities |
| C．Big Bend provides outdoor activities in an ancient way |
| D．fishermen may get the best saltwater fish when fishing in Texas |
【推荐3】Nahanni National Park Best time: between June and August.
An adventure destination at the northern tip of the Earth and one of the first World Natural Heritage Sites, the park covers an area of 4,700 square kilometers. It is a vast, unexplored land, still preserving the original landscape of wilderness, mountains, canyons, and cliffs. You can only get into the park by small plane!
Wood Buffalo National Park Best time: between January and March.
As its name suggests, the park is a protected area for wood bison. Thousands of wood bison (森林野牛) live in the park, and many people come for them. It is the largest national park in the area and the second largest in the world, with 44,807 square kilometers of land bigger than Switzerland, where animals can play.
Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Park Best time: between August and September.
Sambaa Deh Falls is a must visit! The rapids rolling between the rocks, the huge mist and the loud roar (呼啸声) will take your breath away. Up the waterfall, there is also the beautiful Coral Falls, and if Sambaa Deh is a majestic young man, Coral Falls is a beautiful young girl. Every year, a large number of coral fossils flow down the Coral Falls. Would you like to pick one up?
Ivvavik National Park Best time: between July and August.
Stretching from the British Mountains to the Arctic coast and ending with Alaska’s Brooks Range, Ivvavik National Park is a stunning expanse of mountainous district. Plus! The park also contains many cultural sites of great significance to the Aboriginal (土著) people of the North. You can find answers to your aboriginal curiosity here.
1. Of the following parks, which park can only be reached by plane?| A．Nahanni National Park. | B．Ivvavik National Park. |
| C．Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Park. | D．Wood Buffalo National Park. |
| A．January. | B．March. | C．June. | D．September. |
| A．They can enjoy the beauty of the wilderness. |
| B．They can collect coral fossils. |
| C．They can experience local culture. |
| D．They can watch the wood bison. |
【推荐1】Home away from home — pet boarding facilities in and around Rochester
BEAR CREEK KENNELS（犬舍）
507-287-0045/507-289-2470
Bear Creek Kennels offers boarding and day care for dogs of all ages.
It has both indoor and outdoor fenced areas. Dogs are encouraged to interact throughout the day, spending minimal time in kennels.
COST: $24 per night
DROP-OFF/PICK-UP TIMES:
Mon.-Fri.,（7 a. m.-6 p. m.）; Sat.,（8 a. m.-5 p. m.）; Sun.,（3-5 p. m.）
BOB’S ANIMAL FRIENDS
507-280-9572/507-280-9577
Bob’s Animal Friends wants your dogs to feel right at home, so much so that it offers a “Sleep Buddy” add-on for $10 per night. A caretaker will stay overnight with your dog, meaning extra care time and sleeping on the so fa instead of in his or her kennel.
COST: $25 per night（basic）
DROP-OFF/PICK-UP TIMES:
Mon.-Fri.,（6: 30 a. m.-7 p. m.）; Sat.,（7-8 a. m. and 5-6 p. m.）; Sun.,（5-6 p. m.）
K-9 KENNELS INC.
507-226-5384/507-226-5388
K-9 Kennels Inc. features 10 indoor/outdoor kennels for dogs and a boarding area for cats. Indoor areas feature windows for natural light and doggy doors for them to go outside at will. Besides, a 5,000-square-foot outdoor play area is fully fenced.
COST: Dogs 18pernight. Cats15 per night
DROP-OFF/PICK-UP TIMES:
Mon.-Sat.,（6: 30 a. m.-8 p. m.）; Sun.,（1-8 p. m.）
1. When can an owner drop off his pet at Bear Creek Kennels on Sunday?| A．At 7 a. m. | B．At 8 a. m. | C．At 4 p. m. | D．At 6 p. m. |
| A．507-287-0045. | B．507-280-9572. | C．507-289-2470. | D．507-226-5384. |
【推荐2】Moonlight Rainbow Fountain
Location: South Korea
The Moonlight Rainbow Fountain is the world's longest bridge fountain. In order to be eco-friendly, it repeatedly gets water from the Han River below. When water comes out with music, 10, 000 LED lights switch on, and a rainbow effect appears.
The Giant
Location: Austria
The Giant is designed by Austrian artist Andre Heller. It has a huge face with bright eyes and a watering mouth. The outside is covered with green grass. Its inside has a wonderful structure(结构).
Metalmorphosis
Location: USA
It is a fountain, a sculpture and also a performing work of art. The high- tech artistic work attracts people from all over the world. The fountain is made of more than 20 stainless steel plates(不锈钢板). They can form a huge head when turned to a certain angle. Whenever the head appears, it shoots water.
Nacka Fountain
Location: Sweden
Nacka Fountain is designed as a peace monument(纪念碑) for the founding of the United Nations. The main structure of Nacka Fountain is made of bronze. There are two sculptures on it. The fountain shoots water into the sea.
71 Fountain
Location: USA
The great fountain is on Highway 71 in Ohio. It looks like a huge wheel surrounded by a green environment. The major part is a huge ring.
1. Which fountain is built on a bridge?| A．The Giant. | B．71 Fountain. |
| C．Nacka Fountain. | D．Moonlight Rainbow Fountain. |
| A．They sit in America. | B．They are made of bronze. |
| C．They appear as a big head. | D．They are designed by the same artist. |
| A．It is in honor of peace. | B．It is surrounded by sea. |
| C．It is environment-friendly. | D．It is named after a highway. |
【推荐3】The Analysis of Friendship with Robin Dunbar
Friendship is the single most important thing that affects our psychological and our physical health and well-being. It’s also very expensive because, if we want friendships to work for us, we have to invest a lot of time in keeping them. In this online talk, Robin Dunbar will explain how our brains create friendships for us.
About the speaker:
Robin Dunbar is Professor of Evolutionary Psychology at the University of Oxford. He spent the first half of his career studying the social behavior of monkeys and antelopes in Africa, and the second half studying humans. He has published 400 science journal articles. Besides, he has contributed to many radio and TV science documentaries, and has written a dozen popular science books.
What’s included in your ticket:
● Live lecture lasting 60 minutes including Q&A with Robin Dunbar On-demand access to a recording of the lecture and Q&A for 12 months Booking information:
● This online event will start at 6 p. m. on Thursday 21, October 2021 and will last for one hour. Access to a recording of the event will be available to ticket purchasers for the 12months following the live event.
● A ticket costs you thirteen dollars. We’ll email you a confirmation immediately after purchase. You’ll receive a separate email with a link to access the event auditorium (礼堂) before the event. Please note that each link is unique and shouldn’t be shared.
● New Scientist Ltd reserves the right to change the event and its line-up, or cancel the event. In the unlikely event of cancellation, all tickets will be fully refunded. New Scientist Ltd won’t be responsible for any additional expenses caused by ticket holders in relation to the event.
1. What will the online talk be mainly about?| A．The expenses of friendship. | B．The formation of friendship. |
| C．The problems of friendship. | D．The importance of friendship. |
| A．He has collected many science documentaries. |
| B．He has published twelve popular science books. |
| C．He has given many inspirational speeches online. |
| D．He has written over 400 papers on social behavior. |
| A．A sixty-minute-long live lecture. |
| B．Access to the speaker’s writings. |
| C．A chance to interview the speaker. |
| D．Involvement in recording the lecture. |
