【推荐1】Teenage summer camps

We helped on a nature reserve(保护区)for a week. We did different things every day, including cutting the reeds(芦苇),by the lake. Every day, we took turns to cook, in teams of five. When it was our teams turn, we made a simple dinner of pasta and salad for everyone. Judging by the fact that there was none left, we didn't do too badly!

-Adam

We stayed with families who had kids our own age, and because they were on a mid-term break they came with us on all the trips. So except when we were actually in a language class, we were spending time with our new friends. It was a great way to practice the language we had been working on in the classroom.

-Oliver

Every morning we had the same breakfast, and then cleaned up the camp. When it was all completely tidy, we could head off for the day. The first time we went into the city, we were put into teams and given lists of things to spot, like statues, squares and other landmarks. With some help from the locals, my team found almost all of the things on our list and came second. We went to different museums and galleries in and around the city every day. It was a great chance to learn about another country and its history.

-Sarah

We stayed in a youth center in the suburbs, and went into the center of town by bus every day. It was a good way to see a bit of the city, and it didn't take long to get to the theater where we had our classes. I loved the atmosphere in the old building, and we could walk around during our breaks and watch rehearsals(排练). We learned a great deal and I'm looking forward to putting it all into practice at my school drama club next term!

-Malika

1. What do we know about the food Adam's team made?

A．It didn't taste good.	B．It was very popular.
C．It seemed unhealthy.	D．It was his favorite food.

2. Who took part in a culture camp ?

A．Adam.

B．Oliver.

C．Sarah.

D．Malika.

3. Which word can best describe Malika's camp experience?

A．Tiring.

B．Moving.

C．Shaming .

D．Satisfying.

【推荐2】If you want to plan a great party, you should focus on the three parts before the party, in the party and after the party, which are necessary for a successful party.

    1     If the guest has just suffered a sad experience or has no time to go to your party indeed, you shouldn't send invitation letters to bother him.     2    

Then, in the case of holding the party, the first and foremost thing is to create a good atmosphere to have an enthusiasm (热忱) party. For example, you can plan some simple but interesting games in advance,     3     Dancing and singing are also acceptable for teenagers. But as for the old, it's necessary to prepare a quiet place for them.

Last but not least, you could send the letters of thanks to the guests.     4    And even next time they will enter your happy party whenever and wherever.

    5     And then if you mention the details, which I talked about just now, Fin sure that you will be more successful in your party.

A．which let your guests relaxed and delighted.

B．If you do that, your guests will feel thankful.

C．Here're some tips on how to hold a successful party.

D．Above all, believe in yourself and make sure of the place and time.

E．Besides, you should know different guests, special customs and hobbies.

F．First, you should survey your guests before you send the letters of invitation.

G．In short, planning a great party isn't an easy thing because many things should be considered.

【推荐3】Recently some articles claims the word ‘‘selfie” as one of the most annoying words. But I’d like to offer that maybe it is not so bad.
The “selfie” is used to describe the self-taken photo, often from a smart phone. Women and men decorate their Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts with these pictures, sometimes with puckered (翘起) lips or large smiles. In fact, the selfie has become so widely known that over 31 million photos on Instagram are taken with the selfie.
Let’s think about it. Someone takes about 10 selfies each time they do, and they only end up posting one or two of those. They pick the one that they feel makes them look the best. Isn’t that beautiful? In that one picture, someone has given himself or herself confidence. Self-image is important. In society today, we are often so consumed with the feeling that what society tells us is perfect. But maybe, with that one selfie, we feel that we fit that bill. We feel handsome, beautiful, confident, smart, happy and content. For that moment, everything bad or terrible that has ever happened to us is erased (消除), because that smile or that pucker is what gives us the determination to love ourselves.
I saw a spoken word poem recently and the young man said: If I ask you what you love, the answers will most likely roll off your tongue. You love to read. You love to write. You love birds, music, your mom, your brother, your sister, your daughter, your best friend, your dog. How long do you think you can go on and on before you say “I love myself”.
That statement hit me like a ton of bricks. I’ve struggled with confidence all of my life. I still do. And in no way am I saying that taking a selfie is a gateway to that confidence. However, the selfie does deserve some credit for allowing individuals to express themselves. Pamela Rutledge agrees, stating, “There are many more photographs available now of real people than models.”
1. According to the author, selfie ______.

A．is an annoying habit for people

B．becomes a fashion among teenagers

C．makes a person become self-centered

D．gives a person a sense of confidence

2. According to the writer, we live in a society where ______.

A．being perfect is highly valued

B．people judge others by their appearance

C．confidence is based on one’s self-images

D．beauty almost decides everything

3. The author mentions a poem in the passage to stress ______.

A．the power of true love

B．the need to love ourselves

C．the kinds of love we have

D．the endless love we get

4. The best title for the passage is ______.

A．The Meaning of Selfie

B．A Fashion of Selfie

C．A Praise of Selfie

D．The Criticism of Selfie

【推荐1】An increasing number of tourists are heading to Sa Pa， Vietnam. Want to travel wise？ Here’ re some tips for you before leaving for Vietnam.

WHY GO NOW

Restaurants and hotels have been opening at a quick pace in Sa Pa， in part because a new highway connecting the nearby city of Lao Cai to Hanoi opened in 2014. But much of the national park in Sa Pa remains as wild and beautiful as ever.

GETTING THERE

Sa Pa is easily accessible by bus or train from Hanoi. Sleeper bus service takes at least six hours each way， and round － trip tickets cost about $ 40. Round － trip fares on an overnight sleeper train， eight hours each way， begin at about $ 50； a private cabin（隔间） in the train’ s sleeper car costs $ 200 for two.

NOT TO MISS

Mount Fansipan

Many travel agencies offer tours to Fansipan， Vietnam’ s highest mountain and primary attraction in Hoang Lien National Park. There’ s also a cable car（缆车） from Sa Pa to Fansipan’ s top； a round － trip costs $ 30.

Village trips

Sa Pa is famous for its minority villages. Some are connected to each other by walking or hiking paths. Several companies offer trip and homestay packages of varying lengths， prices and difficulty.

Weekend markets

The villages of Can Cau and Bac Ha， both a few hour’ s drive from Sa Pa， host weekend markets selling farm animals， produce and more.

Local dishes

In open－air restaurants around Sa Pa Lake， one popular fish is hot pot served in local salmon（三文鱼） raised in local mountain streams. Another is a plate of fried river fish called ca suoi.

1. How much will a couple pay if they choose a private cabin on the train？

A．$ 80.	B．$ 100.
C．$ 200.	D．$ 400.

2. What can visitors do in Sa Pa according to the text？

A．Take a cable car free of charge.	B．Host special weekend markets.
C．Put up in the minority villages.	D．Enjoy a lot of delicious seafood.

3. Why does the author write the text？

A．To advertise a national park in Sa Pa.	B．To provide guidance on tours in Sa Pa.
C．To make a brief introduction to Vietnam.	D．To suggest ways of travelling in Vietnam.

【推荐2】England is the perfect place for you to travel to if you’re thinking about taking your first abroad trip. You’ll need to prepare for the trip with some international travel basics and map out a realistic itinerary（旅程）to make the most of your experience.

Get Your Paperwork Done

    1     If you don’t have a current passport, you’ll need to bring your pictures and some proof of your citizenship—a birth certificate, a certificate of naturalization, or a certificate of citizenship—to a post office. Fill out a passport application, and in a month you’ll have your passport.

Plan Your Trip.

Plan your trip to England in early to mid—October or in mid— to late March, because that’s when flights are the cheapest. During the winter, the days grow very short. Besides, sunlight is sometimes limited to less than eight hours per day.     2    

Settle Yourself in England

Find affordable accommodations by staying at a hostel. Hostels vary in shapes, forms and sizes.     3     If you can afford to stay at a hotel, make sure you are aware of check—in times and policies.

To get around England, the most common methods are bus and rail     4     Passes for a full day, week, or month can save you money if you’re going to take the Tube for even a few stops.

    5    

Buy a budget travel book to find attractions and sites in cities such as: London, Bath, Cambridge Oxford, Canterbury, Leeds and Wimbledon. Popular attractions include: Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Portobello Market and the Tower of London in London; Bath Abbey in Bath; the colleges of Cambridge; and the Canterbury Cathedral in Canterbury.

A．Budget your trip

B．Find the Best Things to Do

C．You can get a visa from any British Embassy.

D．You’ll need a passport and visa to visit England.

E．The summer brings in record—breaking numbers of tourists.

F．If you decide to use the underground rail system, get a pass.

G．But they generally provide affordable housing with minimal pleasures

【推荐3】WELCOME

Welcome to Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Windsor is one of the official residences (住所) of the Queen, who sometimes stays here.

Audio tours

Free audio tours are available on leaving the Admission Centre at the start of your visit. There is a descriptive audio tour for blind and poor­sighted visitors.

Guided tours

Visitors can explore the history of the Castle through a tour of the Precincts with an expert guide. Tours depart at regular intervals throughout the day from the Courtyard and finish at the entrance to the State Apartments.

Visitors with children

For those visiting with children, a special family tour and various activities are offered during school holidays and at weekends. Please note that, for safety reasons, pushchairs are not permitted in the State Apartments. However, baby carriers are available to borrow.

St George’s Chapel

Visitors arriving at the Castle after 15:00 from March to October are advised to visit St George’s Chapel first before it closes.

Shopping

Shops offer a wide range of souvenirs designed for the Royal Collection, including books, postcards, china, jewellery and children’s toys. Please ask at the Middle Ward shop about our home delivery service.

Refreshments

Bottled water can be purchased from the Courtyard and Middle Ward shops. From April to September ice cream is also available. Visitors wishing to leave the Castle for refreshments in the town may obtain re­entry permits from the castle shops. Eating and drinking are not permitted in the State Apartments or St George’s Chapel.

Photography and mobile phones

Non­commercial photography and filming are welcomed in the Castle. Photography, video recording and filming are not permitted inside the State Apartments or St George’s Chapel. Mobile phones must be switched off inside the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel in consideration of other visitors.

Security

As Windsor Castle is a working royal palace, visitors and their belongings should get through airport style security checks. For safety and security reasons, a one-way system operates along the visitor route.

1. A visitor can apply for a free audio tour        ．

A．at the Admission Center

B．in the State Apartments

C．in the Courtyard

D．at St George’s Chapel

2. What is specially offered to visitors with kids?

A．A security guard.	B．A pushchair.
C．A free toy.	D．A baby carrier.

3. Who can get re­entry permits?

A．Visitors buying water from the Courtyard.

B．Visitors buying gifts in the castle shops.

C．Visitors wishing to eat outside the Castle.

D．Visitors eating outside St George’s Chapel.

4. Why are visitors required to turn off their mobile phones?

A．To ensure the safety of others.

B．To ensure the security of the Castle.

C．To prevent them from disturbing others.

D．To prevent the use of the built-in cameras.

【推荐2】Top Family Travel Destinations

Walt Disney World, Florida Walt Disney World is where the magic happens. There’s so much to explore. Visit Magic Kingdom for amazing rides including Space Mountain. Take a family picture in front of Cinderella’s Castle. Book a character meal and eat lunch with your children’s favorite characters. Tip: Visit Walt Disney World between March 2 and May 30 for the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival.

Williamsburg, Virginia Have fun and go on wild on all kinds of family adventures in Williamsburg, Virginia. Spend the day at Busch Gardens. Learn the chemistry of making glass at the Jamestown Glasshouse. Looking for an exciting rush? Try the Ape Treetop Adventure Course and fly over Williamsburg’s treetops.

Honolulu, Hawaii Hawaii has a lot to offer to your family. Try a new water sport. Go diving and snorkeling and take pictures by the beautiful Manoa Falls. Then, take a private tour, visit the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and learn more about history at the Battleship Missouri Memorial, the Diamond Head State Monument and the Honolulu Museum of Art

Ocean City, Maryland Take this year’s summer vacation in Ocean City, Maryland. Spend quality time with your family listening to live music, playing mini golf, riding bikes together and joining in water sports. Looking for even more fun for the kids? Visit the Pirate Adventures of Ocean City, Baja Amusements, the Candy Kitchen and the Bahia Marina

1. What can people do in Walt Disney World?

A．To take an fantastic ride at Busch Gardens.

B．To attend a course at Williamsburg’s treetops.

C．To visit the Diamond Head State Monument.

D．To take photos in front of Cinderella’s Castle.

2. Where can we learn about making glass?

A．In Magic Kingdom.

B．In Baja Amusements.

C．At the Jamestown Glasshouse.

D．In the Honolulu Museum of Art.

3. What do Honolulu and Ocean City have in common?

A．Mini golf.	B．Water sports.
C．Bike riding.	D．Character meals.

4. Which of the following is true?

A．Ocean City is most pleasant and crowded during Christmas.

B．It is impossible to learn anything about history in Honolulu.

C．Williamsburg is a wonderful place for family adventure lovers.

D．March is the best time to visit the Walt Disney World.

5. In which part of a magazine can you find this passage?

A．Travel.	B．Sports.
C．Economy.	D．Literature.

【推荐3】Worried about the loss of rainforests and the ozone layer (臭氧层)? Well, neither of those is doing any worse than a large majority of the 6,000 to 7,000 languages that remain in use on Earth. One half of the survivors will almost certainly be gone by 2050, while 40% more will probably be well on their way out. In their place, almost all humans will speak a small number of languages——Mandarin, English, Spanish.

Linguists (语言学家) know what causes languages to disappear, but what’s less often remarked is what happens on the way to disappearance: languages’ vocabularies, grammars and expressive potential all disappear. “Say a community goes over from speaking a traditional Aboriginal（土著的） language to speaking a Creole,” says Australian Nick Evans, a language experts, “you leave behind a language where there’s very fine vocabulary for the landscape. All that is gone in a Creole. As speakers become less able to express the wealth of knowledge that has filled ancestors’ lives with meaning over thousands of years, it's no wonder that communities tend to become weakened.”

Due to the huge losses, some linguists struggle against the situation. In England, Peter Austin heads a programme that has trained many documentary linguists in England as well as in language-loss hotspots such as West Africa and South America.

However, not all approaches to the preservation of languages will be particularly helpful. Some linguists are boasting (自夸), for example, of more and more complicated means of recording languages: digital recording and storage, the Internet and mobile phone technologies. But these are encouraging the quick style of recording trip: fly in, switch on digital recorder, fly home, download to hard drive, and store gathered material for future research. That's not quite what some endangered-language experts have been seeking. Most vocal (直言不讳的) and untiring has been Michael Krauss from the University of Alaska. He has often complained that linguists are playing with technology research while most of their raw data is disappearing.

Who is to blame? Linguists who go out into communities to study, document and describe languages, argue that theoretical linguists, like Noam Chomsky, who draw conclusions about how languages work, have had so much influence that linguistics has largely ignored the continuing disappearance of languages.

1. Why does the author mention rainforests and the ozone layer in Paragraph 1?

A．To explain they are of great importance.

B．To prove they have connection with language loss.

C．To show anxiety about environmental issues is unfounded.

D．To stress the public should be equally concerned about languages.

2. What does Nick Evans say about Creole speakers?

A．They can’t express ideas which are part of their culture.

B．Getting practical information causes problems for them.

C．They have more potential to learn languages than most people.

D．Older and younger members of the community can’t communicate.

3. What has Michael Krauss pointed out?

A．Linguists’ popularity has decreased considerably.

B．Linguists are failing to record languages before they die out.

C．Linguists have made poor use of improvements in technology.

D．Linguists’ quick style of recording trip should be encouraged.

4. What can be concluded from the text?

A．By 2050 different languages will be developing well.

B．Local languages are preserved perfectly in West Africa.

C．Theoretical linguists may be to blame for the loss of languages.

D．Noam Chomsky is fond of working in communities to research.