Best Places to Visit in Canada
Vancouver
Even by North American standards, Vancouver is a young city (it was founded in 1886). But what it lacks in history is made up for by culture. The city’s high-fashion clothes shops and health-conscious (关注的) eating make it an attractive urban playground. Plus, its breath-taking mountains and beaches have been the setting for a group of popular television shows.
Québec City
The 2008 celebration of its 400th birthday made Québec City the focus of people’s attention again. Since then, travelers have flooded here to experience this UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization) World Heritage site’s charm for themselves. As the birthplace of New France, Québec City continues to support the culture of its motherland. And around every corner, a piece of Québec City’s rich heritage is waiting for discovery.
Montreal
There is only one word that really describes Montreal: multifaceted (多面性). This city represents the combination of the Old and New Worlds, with 18th-century structures integrating into a 21st-century skyline. Old-fashioned houses are now home to restaurants, Just when you thought you’d seen it all, a short elevator (电梯) ride exposes you to a huge consumer shopping center located several floors below ground level.
Toronto
Toronto is considered one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world, with more than half the population born outside of the city. With Greektown, Little Italy, Koreatown and Chinatown all within city limits, travelers may feel as if they’ve seen more than a couple of countries after a visit to Toronto. The city is also home to one of the tallest freestanding towers in the world, the CN Tower, and the world’s largest underground shopping mall, PATH.
1. Which place attracts those who make TV shows?| A．Vancouver. | B．Montreal. | C．Quebec City. | D．Toronto. |
| A．It is home to the CN Tower. | B．It has a history of 150 years. |
| C．It has nothing to do with France. | D．It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. |
| A．They attract lovers of healthy eating. | B．They feature a variety of unique animals. |
| C．They have underground shopping malls. | D．They provide visitors with mountain views. |
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【推荐1】The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (the Hall of Fame for short ) is a fantastic destination for basketball lovers. Each year, several thousand visitors crowd into this birthplace of basketball.
Ticket Information
Admission to the Hall of Fame (as of 2019) is $24 for people aged over 16, $16 for youths aged from 5 to 16 and free for children under age 5. Make a reservation in advance. For more information, please call 1-877-466-6831.
Travelling from All Directions
The Hall of Fame is conveniently located within driving distance from Boston, Albany, Vermont and New York. For more information about the transportation, call 1-877-446-6755.
Dates and Hours of Operation
The Hall of Fame is open Wednesday through Sunday from late November through March 31 and daily the rest of the year. Hours are from 10 am to 4 pm (Friday through Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm). It is wise to confirm hours of operation ahead of your visit. Just call 1-877-466-6752.
A Friendly Reminder
1. No food and beverage inside of the hall.
2. Backpacks and any large bags are not permitted inside of the hall unless needed for medical reasons.
3. If you wish to participate in shooting baskets on Center Court, please wear proper footwear. Also, contests of any kind and half court shots are not allowed for everyone’s safety.
1. Which number should you call if you want to fly to the Hall of Fame?| A．1-877-466-6752. | B．1-877-466-6831. | C．1-877-446-6768. | D．1-877-446-6755. |
| A．At 4:30 pm, Saturday, Nov. 29th. | B．At 5: 30 pm, Monday, May. 12th. |
| C．At 8:00 am, Tuesday, Apr.1st. | D．At 9: 30am, Sunday, Dec. 20th. |
| A．Take photos inside the Hall. |
| B．Take hamburgers into the Hall. |
| C．Bring a big bag to care for a patient. |
| D．Participate in shooting contests on Center Court. |
【推荐2】If you’re traveling to South America in summer, you should have Patagonia (at the southern end of South America) high up on your list of things to do. With this list, I show you the best places to visit in Patagonia. The climate down there is pretty rough, especially in the very south - if you plan to do hiking or camping, the best time for a trip is between the end of November and the beginning of March.
1. Bariloche, Argentina
The fact that Bariloche is well connected (airport, direct bus to and from Buenos Aires) makes it the perfect starting point of a round trip through Patagonia. But more than that: the combination of mountains, lakes and green forests results in its beautiful scenery.
2. Futaleufú, Chile
Further down south and a bit harder to access is the small Chilean village Futaleufú which is located at the border to Argentina. The reason which makes it worth it: the Futaleufú River is often referred to as one of the best white water spots for rafting in the world. The landscape along the river is unique and, due to its location, still pretty much untouched.
3. Puerto Rio Tranquilo, Chile
If you want to get there quickly, you should travel through Argentina and cross over to Chile Chico as this place is also very remote. The reason to do so: the marble caves in the General Carrera lake.
4. Torres del Paine, Chile
Personally the national park Torres del Paine is my number 1 attraction in Patagonia - you should take some time and do a multi-day trek to experience as much of it as possible: glaciers, forests, impressive mountain ranges, lagoons and rivers.
1. What is the best time for hiking in Patagonia?| A．October 1—November 1 | B．December 25—January 15 |
| C．March 5—April 1 | D．November 5—June 7 |
| A．It lies in an easily accessible village. | B．It is ignored due to rafting sports. |
| C．It is the best rafting river in the world. | D．It still has untouched landscapes. |
| A．Bariloche. | B．Futaleufú. |
| C．Puerto Rio Tranquilo. | D．Torres del Paine. |
【推荐3】Upcoming Trips and Tours with Daytripper
Welcome to Daytripper! We are a unique tour company in Liverpool providing walking tours and trips every Saturday during the year by coach. Book today to join a Daytripper adventure!
Lake District Day Trip
The Lake District is the UK’s largest and most visited National Park. One of the must-sees in the area is Grasmere village, where you can also visit British great poet Wordsworth’s grave.
“The lovceliest spot that man has ever found”? Come along and see if Wordsworth was right.
DATE: Sat. 18th November 2023 TIME: 08: 00～18: 30
Tickets: £40. 00～£45. 50
Yorkshire Day Trip
This trip includes a guided walk at a huge natural cliff. This spot was chosen for one of the scenes from the film “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I”. You have to earn these views by climbing the 400 steps up!
DATE: Sat. 18th November 2023 TIME: 08: 15～19: 00
Tickets: £45. 00 for adults; £30. 00 for children over 12; free for below 12.
York Christmas Markets Day Trip
Join us to enjoy a guided tour of York during the festive season. This trip includes a visit to the Christmas Markets plus entertainment on the coach on the way! You can also simply watch the world go by while sipping a drink by the river.
DATE: Sat. 2nd December 2023 TIME: 08: 45～20: 00
Tickets: £35. 00～£45. 00 （Free for students with a student card）
Conwy and Llandudno Day Trip
Experience a historical tower in North Wales at Conwy Castle. We will visit the Victorian seaside resort (度假胜地) of Llandudno. Here you can walk along the sea or enjoy the views from the Great Orme, or simply have an ice cream on the beach.
DATE: Sat. 25th November 2023 TIME: 08: 30～18: 30
Tickets: £39. 00～£49. 00
1. How much would a couple with a 15-years-old student pay to visit a film site?| A．£75. | B．£90. | C．£105. | D．£120 |
| A．Find the loveliest spot. | B．Have fun at the seaside. |
| C．Taste various local food. | D．Enjoy festive entertainment. |
| A．Yorkshire Day Trip. | B．Lake District Day Trip. |
| C．Conwy and Llandudno Day Trip. | D．York Christmas Markets Day Trip. |
Wedding Customs from Around the World Each traditional wedding custom is very special, because it marks the importance of the wedding. |
Brazil Important Details of the Wedding Ceremony A wedding ceremony in Brazil has many important details. For example, the bridegroom can't see the bride wearing her wedding dress before the ceremony. The bride has to use something old, something new, and something that is borrowed. One more detail is the bride's ring should be engraved the name of the bridegroom —María Celina Brandao |
Eastern Europe Asking the Girl's Father for Permission In my country, the engagement is an event previous to the wedding. One month before the wedding, the bridegroom asks the girl's father for permission to take the girl out of her family house. He goes to her house early in the morning with a band, if he can afford the expense. All the neighbours come to see the new bride and to tell her something nice —Stoyan Grigorou |
Japan A Wine Ceremony Symbolizes Dedication A Shinto wedding has a typical ceremony. A couple drinks Japanese rice wine in front of a priest. First, the bride drinks the wine from a small cup. Next, the bride passes the cup to the bridegroom and he also drinks the wine from the cup. They try to drink wine three times. This ceremony means that they promise to be dedicated to each other. —Maki Kubo |
Venezuela Promises to Love and Take Care of Each Other The most important and unforgettable event of someone's life is marriage. In Venezuela, the bridegroom has to promise his bride to love her all his life and to take care of her forever. The bride also has to repeat the same commandments. It is popular for the couple to read the promises to each other. This moment is really beautiful. In addition, the couple receives a list of commandments. —Sonia Dale |
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| A．Use something not new. |
| B．Use something someone else lends him. |
| C．Have his bride wear the ring engraved with his name. |
| D．See his bride in a wedding dress before the ceremony. |
| A．Before the wedding is celebrated. | B．After the girl is taken out |
| C．After a band is paid by the bridegroom. | D．When the neighbours arrive. |
| A．It is the priest's order in the ceremony. |
| B．The cup is not big enough to hold much wine. |
| C．It means they promise not to be against each other. |
| D．It is typical for all young Japanese to drink wine. |
【推荐2】Science World
From Europe’s biggest science festival to the coolest projects, check out this month’s science events.
Edinburgh Science Festival
For two weeks every April, Scotland’s capital city Edinburgh is home to Europe’s biggest science festival. This year’s festival will have a particular focus on life forms, life cycles and how to fight climate change.
Highlights include the City Art Centre, which has been transformed into a five-floor science playground. Meanwhile, over at the National Museum of Scotland, visitors can become an immunologist (免疫学家) for the day and make their own vaccine. For those not in Edinburgh, EdSciFest on Demand is an online resource with workshops and quizzes, which will be free until 7 May. To find out more visit: sciencefestival.co.uk
Dino Kingdom
From 1-18 April, dinosaurs are coming to London’s Gunnersbury Park. At Dino Kingdom you can see life-sized models of dinosaurs. To be in with a chance of winning a family ticket to this event, send an email to competitions@science-nature.co.uk by 11: 5 9 pm on 8 April. For rules: sciencenature.theweekjunior.co.uk/terms
Coolest Projects
Do you have an idea for a cool tech project? Why not share it with the world by entering the Raspberry Pi Foundation’s Coolest Projects competition? You can enter either as an individual or a team. Judges will score the projects according to how cool they are, how well designed, and how usable. Registration closes on 11 May. To find out more visit: coolestprojects.org
1. Where can visitors make their own vaccine?| A．At the National Museum of Scotland. |
| B．At London’s Gunnersbury Park. |
| C．At the Raspberry Pi Foundation. |
| D．At the City Art Centre. |
| A．They must email competitions@science-nature.co.uk. |
| B．They should be a member of Dino Kingdom. |
| C．They have to be a winner of a tech project. |
| D．They need to take an online test. |
| A．8 April. | B．18 April. | C．7 May. | D．11 May. |
【推荐3】Here are some movie museums you can visit.
Rancho Obi-Wan Star Wars Museum
Reporter Steve Sansweet founded Rancho Obi-Wan Star Wars Museum in 1998. It’s a nonprofit museum that is the home to the world’s largest collection of privately-owned Star Wars memorabilia (纪念品), making it the Guinness World Record holder for “Largest Collection of Star Wars Memorabilia”.
La Cinématnèque Francalse
Paris’ La Cinémathèque Francaise is one of the world’s largest film collections Established in 1936, co-founders Henri Langlois and Georges Franju acquired a large collection of films and documents.
It’s a Wonderful Life Museum
It’s a Wonderful Life Museum opened in 2010. Actress Karolyn Grimes donated original photos and other memorabilia from her private collection.
Australian Centre for the Moving Image
Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) opened in 2002 and it grew to be an international exhibition of film, television, and digital culture. Over the years, the ACMI has featured lasting and traveling exhibits.
1. What is special about Rancho Obi-Wan Star Wars Museum?| A．Henri Langlois and Georges Franju are its co-founders. |
| B．Karolyn Grimes donated photos and memorabilia to it. |
| C．It has featured lasting and traveling exhibits. |
| D．It is a Guinness World Record holder. |
| A．La Cinématnèque Francaise. |
| B．It’s a Wonderful Life Museum. |
| C．Rancho Obi-Wan Star Wars Museum. |
| D．Australian Centre for the Moving Image. |
| A．Steve Sansweet. | B．Karolyn Grimes. |
| C．Henri Langlois. | D．Georges Franju. |
