Located along the Pacific Flyway, a good migratory pah that st etches from Alaska to Patagonia, Santa Cruz is home to hundreds of bird species. Just head to one of the spots listed below and sec for yourself!
UCSC Arboretum
The diverse plants that attract a wide range of birds make these gardens a wonderful place to star. Mark your calendar for the Arboretum’s popular Hummingbird Days, a family-friendly festival that celebrates the tiny birds on March 5th and 6th.
Natural Bridges State Beach
This scenic park is perfect forbid watchers due to its wide sampling of local habitats. Over 250 bird species have been recorded in the area.
Neary Lagoon
Birdsong fills the air at this peaceful oasis (绿洲) less than a 10-minute walk from the fun of the Santa Cruz Beach. A walkway allows visitors a front-row view of birds such as American Coots.
Watsonville Wetlands
The wetlands provide a year-round home for local bids and serve as as top for migratory birds visiting from faraway. Drop by the Nature Center for exhibits, maps, and suggestions for best spots to visit.
Birding Tips
·The early birder gets the worm. You’re likely to sec more birds earlier rather than later in the day.
·No two visit are likely to be the same. Different times and seasons bring different bids and behavior.
·No matter how cute those little bids are, you should not feed them with your bread. It’s unhealthy for the bird and the surrounding ecosystem.
How to Get More Involved
We recommend joining the Santa Cruz Birding Club for public events and abundant online guides. Contact us free at Birding&Wildlife Watch Kit for registration.
1. Which place can visitors reach easily on foot from the Santa Cruz Beach?| A．Natural Bridges State Beach. | B．UCSC Arboretum. |
| C．Watsonville Wetlands. | D．Neary Lagoon. |
| A．Don’t get close to the home of local birds. |
| B．Don’t feed the birds with your own food. |
| C．Prepare a road map to watch the early birds. |
| D．Registration is required for a watching event. |
| A．Visiting the Nature Center. | B．Attending the Hummingbird Days. |
| C．Joining the Santa Cruz Birding Club. | D．Working at Birding&Wildlife Watch Kit. |
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【推荐1】Top 4 Things To Do in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg TN
The Pigeon Foige and Gatlinburg areas of Tennessee are absolutely full of fun things to do and see. You are sure to have an amazing time.
Dolly Parton's Stampede
One of the most famous attractions in the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg areas, the Dolly Parton's Stampede is a must-have attraction. This show features many special effects, horsemanship and a fun evening. Watch as you take in some of the best entertainment. Cheer on your favorite side. Then, top it all off with a delicious meal of roast chicken and tons of delicious sides.
Ripley Aquarium （水族馆）of the Smokies .
For the animal lover in your family, you'll definitely want to check out the Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. This aquarium is one of the best attractions in Gatlinburg and features tons of beautiful animals for a fun and educational experience.
Titanic Museum
Visit the Titanic in Pigeon Forge for a unique look into this tragic event. The Titanic Museum in the Great Smoky Mountains is the largest permanent museum. Upon arrival, you'll be amazed by the giant reproduction of the ship. Here, guests will be able to explore a variety of exhibits.
Dollywood Theme Park
Dollywood is a favorite among visitors of all ages because it provides tons of fun and different rides. There are lots of events during the year. Dolly Splash Country Water Park is sure to be a refreshing time during the summer months. Visit the park when it’s shining with Christmas lights and more. No matter when you visit, this park is sure to provide unforgettable fun during your Pigeon Forge getaway.
1. Where are those who love animals likely to go?| A．Dolly Parton's Stampede. | B．Ripley Aquarium of the Smokies. |
| C．Titanic Museum. | D．Dollywood Theme Park. |
| A．Dolly Parton's Stampede. | B．Ripley Aquarium of the Smokies. |
| C．Titanic Museum. | D．Dollywood Theme Park. |
| A．Science. | B．Travel. |
| C．Society. | D．Education. |
【推荐2】Hidden London: the city’s lesser known delights
Dulwich Picture Gallery
As much an excuse to enjoy the village charms of Dulwich Village’as to admire some delicate (精致的) European masterworks, this gallery is a southeast London charmer, which was founded in 1811. Join a free guided tour to the permanent (永久的) collection (3 pm. Saturday and Sunday ), catch the latest temporary (临时的) exhibition and admire the lovely garden (open 1: 30 pm to 3: 30 pm Tuesdays).
Where: Gallery RD SE21 7AD
Train: West Dulwich
Temple Church
Featuring in the novel The Da Vinci Code and dating back to the late 12th century, this is one London’s oldest and holiest medieval (中世纪的) treasures. Built by the Knights Templar, the church is divided into the Round — which contains the statues of crusading (圣战的) knights, who tried to recover the Holy Land from the Muslims in the Middle Ages and the Chancel, where the priests and singers performing in church services sit.
Where: Temple EC4Y 7DE
Underground: Temple or Blackfriars
Chelsea Physic Garden
Endlessly satisfying the green-fingered, the plain curious or those eager to discover botanical (植物学的) interests in central London, this delightful walled garden was founded by the Apothecaries’ Socicty in the 17th century and is one of the oldest botanical gardens in London.
Where: 66 Royal Hospital Rd SW3 4HS
Underground: Sloane Square
Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art
Built between 1953 and 1958, the Estorick is Britain’s only gallery devoted to Italian art. It draws together a fascinating collection of Futurist masterpieces from Umberto Boccioni, Giacomo Balla. Carlo Carra and others, who emphasized the importance of modern things, especially technology and machines.
Where: 39a Canonbury Sq N1 2AN
Underground: Highbury & Islington
1. When can you follow a free guide to visit Dulwich Picture Gallery?| A．3: 30 pm on Tuesday. | B．3 pm on Sunday. |
| C．1:30 pm on Tuesday. | D．1:30 pm on Saturday. |
| A．DulwichPicture Gallery | B．Temple Church |
| C．Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art | D．Chelsea Physic Garden |
| A．Highbury | B．Blackfriars |
| C．Sloane Square | D．West Dulwich |
| A．Nature. | B．Society. | C．Travel. | D．Lifestyle. |
【推荐3】What to See In Harbin
Parks in Harbin: Snow Sculpture Expo on the Sun Island Park: massive and beautifully carved sculptures of snow. Ice Lantern Festival: where large ice buildings and statues constructed with lights inside that make them glow. Siberian Tiger Park: The park has several large caged areas where the tigers roam freely and live as they-would in their natural environment. We enter these caged areas in a specially designed van with large windows to get a look at these beautiful beasts. Live pheasants (雉) are let loose (if you pay) in order to show you the tigers' natural hunting skills.
Russian Architecture: Blessed with grace and character, the city is famous for its unique, Russian-influenced architecture. Remnants (残存) from the days when Harbin was an important stop on the Russian Manchurian Railroad, the dome-shaped structures remind people of pre-revolutionary Russia. The strong Russian flavor continues to impact the city today due to new trade and tourism between Harbin and Russia.
The Central Avenue: Passers-by only street, a perfect remaining part of the busy international business activities at the turn of the 20th century. The 1.4-km long street is a worthy museum of European architectural styles, including Baroque and Byzantine facades, Jewish architectural wonders, little Russian bakeries, French fashion houses, American snack food outlets, and Japanese restaurants.
Guogeli Avenue: Harbin's second biggest shopping district dotted with Russian buildings. A tram track is still preserved in the centre of the road. The street is named after Nikolay (Vasilyevich) Gogol (1809-1852); great Russian novelist, dramatist, satirist, founder of the so-called critical realism in Russian literature, best-known for his novel MERTVYE DUSHI I-II (1842, Dead Souls).
Saint Sophia Church (built in 1903): The Orthodox church is a wonderful example of Russian Architecture. We only tour the outside of the church. The inside has been turned into some painters' market and is a big disappointment to all who visit it. You are welcome to venture into the church. Entrance fees are RMB20 per person.
1. From where does the author look at the tigers?| A．Through the windows of his house. | B．In the closed areas of tigers. |
| C．In the areas for walking. | D．In their natural environment. |
| A．At Ice Lantern Festival. | B．On the Russian Manchurian Railroad. |
| C．On The Central Avenue. | D．On Guogeli Avenue. |
| A．The Russian flavor. | B．The influence of Guogeli's realism. |
| C．The damage to Saint Sophia Church. | D．The mixture of American and Japanese cultures. |
Twin Cities Campus · Office of Admissions
240 Williamson Hall · 231 Pillsbury Drive SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Dear Blair Connie,
Congratulations! You have been admitted to the University of Minnesota (U of M) Twin Cities. Your college of admission is the College of Science and Engineering.
We believe your accomplishments have prepared you well to thrive here. When you step on campus as a Golden Gopher, you will be involved in our world-class academic programs and will shape your future in cutting-edge facilities.
Choose a community bursting with Gopher pride. By choosing the U of M, you choose to work with classmates and professors who are “Driven to Discover.” When you choose the U of M, you will...
■Discover exceptional academics. With thousands of courses to pick from each semester, you can engage with professors who are leaders in their fields and make meaningful connections with your fellow students in our technology-packed active learning classrooms.
■Discover unique opportunities. At the U of M, your college experience goes beyond the classroom. Your knowledge and talents can shine in one of our 900+ student organizations.
■Discover an ideal location. Campus is in the center of Minneapolis and St. Paul, where you can work as trainees at one of the 18 Fortune 500 companies or thousands of startups and nonprofits in the Twin Cities.
■Discover great value. The U of M is committed to four-year graduation, which lowers your costs and gets you an internationally recognized degree sooner. The University has been named “best value” by Forbes, Princeton Review, and Kiplinger’s.
On behalf of the U of M, we are honored to have you join our academic community. In the coming weeks you will receive additional information about your next steps to becoming a U of M student. Welcome to the Class of 2024!
Executive Director of Admissions
Sincerely
Heidi Meyer
1. What does the underlined phrase “a Golden Gopher” refer to?| A．A freshman. | B．A professor. | C．An amateur. | D．An inspector. |
| A．The university invites leaders in different fields to teach on campus. |
| B．There are numerous clubs which offer students various activities. |
| C．It is so ideally located that you have easy access to famous top brands. |
| D．Many magazines rank it among the top universities with high tuition. |
【推荐2】WHO’S WHO IN THE ZOO?
Is it amazing that the WHO’S WHO IN THE ZOO makes it fun for young children to save? With the help of Standard Bank’s Kidz APP and the Big Five animal friends, teaching your children about managing their cash has never been more fun. Let the WHO’S WHO IN THE ZOO show your little ones what it means to earn and save money as well as share in the enjoyment of spending their well－earned cash.
Elephant
As your children use the mobile app to complete various actions—achieving savings goals, completing missions and achieving wishes—here various medals will be rewarded.
Earned medals are displayed in the elephant habitat as well as locked medals still to be achieved.
Leopard
Reward your kids with pocket money for completing ‘missions’: household chores, achievements, etc.
You can create a mission for your child, or your child can request a new mission. Once created, it must be accepted. The mission needs to be completed by your child and approved by you before you can pay him or her.
Lion
Help your children create and fulfil wishes. Wish cards and their savings progress can be tracked from your banking app.
Once their savings goal is reached, lion will inform you of their achievement.
Buffalo
Kidz can request to withdraw cash or purchase airtime and data using their savings.
Rhino
Rhino shows your child’s latest account balance and transactions.
Download the Standard Bank’s Kidz APP from Apple App Store on the phone. Use the comment section to interact with other Standard Bank customers and bank consultants.
1. What is the WHO’S WHO IN THE ZOO designed for?| A．Players of board games. | B．Kids for self－service banking. |
| C．Parents for online banking. | D．Travelers in the zoo. |
| A．the kids fulfil your created missions |
| B．your kids get enough locked medals |
| C．you keep the account balanced |
| D．you approve the request via Kidz APP |
| A．Rhino. | B．Leopard. | C．Lion. | D．Buffalo. |
Lettrs, a new site, is attempting to bring back the old-fashioned idea of letter writing by providing a space that feels a little bit like a writing desk.
Of course, there’ll be purists who say that to truly enjoy letter writing you must do it on fancy letter paper and envelope in the mail is part of the fun. And if you’re into that sort of thing, go for it. But I can’t be the only one who is now so much faster at typing that writing by hand is painfully slow. Nor can I be the only one who likes to write on a whim (一时兴起) when I’m going to be on a crowded train or airplane, both of which are situations where writing on the computer is far easier.
The site tries, pretty seriously, to approximate(接近) what it’s like to have your very own writing desk and paper to choose from (which comes in various prints and colors) as well as corresponding（通信）types of prints and cursive writing (草写体) that come out on your screen as you write. There’s also a “desk drawer” for letters you’ve already sent, a “fridge” to post letters publicly, a “kitchen counter” for letters you have just received, and “shoebox” to store your letters in.
And if you need inspiration there are even old-style letters that are great examples of the kind of correspondence people used to send. Lettrs is such a great idea, because you get the best parts of communicating online (typing rather than writing, the speed, no lost mail, and it’s free! ) with the nice parts of a letter－the sense of sitting down to write, quietly, to one person in a meaningful way.
Who would you write to?
1. How does Lettrs work according to the text?
| A．By providing real paper for letter writers. |
| B．By making room for people to write letters. |
| C．By supplying writing desks to letter writers. |
| D．By combining letter writing with the Internet. |
| A．is one of the purists |
| B．prefers writing to typing |
| C．always hopes to get paper letters |
| D．likes using Lettrs to write letters |
| A．desk drawer | B．fridge |
| C．kitchen counter | D．shoebox |
| A．To advise readers to use Lettrs. |
| B．To tell readers how to write letters. |
| C．To persuade readers to write letters. |
| D．To show the advantage of the Internet. |
| A．An old art of letter writing. |
| B．A new service of letter writing. |
| C．The advantages of letter writing. |
| D．The development of letter writing. |
