【推荐1】Harry Potter fans have been able to visit the official Harry Potter flagship store in the heart of New York City next to the Flatiron Building on Broadway since last year. And Harry Potter New York set a new standard for themed stores, combining impressive design, exciting interactive elements and featured products, and inviting fans to experience the Wizarding World in a completely new way.

Having three floors, the store houses the largest collection of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts products under one roof. Harry Potter New York features 15 different themed areas, each one carefully presented to bring the magic of the Wizarding World to life.

Entering the store, customers will pass under a huge model of Fawkes, the phoenix(凤凰)looking down from the top of the store. Fawkes was created especially for Harry Potter New York by a team over a number of months.The impressive model weighs over 220 lbs and is just one of the many objects in the film series, each one created to surprise and please customers as they explore.

Stepping inside Harry Potter New York, fans are invited to pose at one of many photo opportunities, including posing inside a London phone box for a photo as if transporting themselves into the Ministry of Magic! For those who have always dreamed of bringing their favourite Harry Potter character to life, the interactive wand(魔杖)table lets them pick up a wand and put it to the test.

When it comes to buying gifts,the store says its personalization area offers a huge number of excellent products. And fans can choose from a lot of personalization choices, including putting their own name on a robe. While the store adds the finishing touches to 935 Broadway, many products are available to be bought from the Harry Potter online shop.

1. What is the new standard that Harry Potter New York set?

A．It’s themed store.

B．It’s a three-floor store.

C．It sits in the heart of New York City

D．It offers different shopping experiences.

2. What’s in sight at he entrance of the store?

A．A model overhead.

B．A Harry Potter film.

C．A phoenix on the floor.

D．An area designed to take photos.

3. What could fans do in Harry Potter New York?

A．They could get a robe for free.

B．They could elect their favourite wand.

C．They could enter a phone box in London.

D．They could transport themselves into the Ministry of Magic.

4. What is the main idea of the text?

A．Broadway is adding a declaration to itself.

B．New York is popular with Harry Potter fans.

C．Harry Potter New York opens its door for a magical experience.

D．Many fans come to visit Harry Potter New York.

【推荐2】

Welcome to my Message Board!
Subject: Slimming down (缩编) classics?
Mr. Handsome 2008-5-12 6: 34 AM	Orion Books, which decides there is a market in creating cut-down classics(经典著作), is slimming down some novels by such great writers as L. Tolstoy, M. Mitchell and C. Bronte. Now, each of them has been cut down to about 400 pages by cutting 30 to 40 pages percent of original, with words, sentences, paragraphs and, in a few cases, chapters removed. The first six shortened editions, all priced at ￡6.99 and advertised as great reads “in half the time”, will go on sale next month, with plans for 50 to 100 more to follow. The publishing house believes that modern readers will welcome the shorter versions.
Mr. Edwards 2008-5-12 9:40 AM	Well, I’m publisher of Orion Group. Thanks for your attention, Mr. Handsome. I must say, the idea developed from a game of “shame” in my office. Each of us was required to confess(承认) to the most embarrassing blanks in his or her reading. I admitted that I had never read Anna Karenina and tried but failed to get through Gone with the Wind several times. One of my colleagues acknowledged skipping(跳读) Jane Eyre. We realized that life is too short to read all the books you want to and we never were going to read these ones. As a leading publishing house, we are trying to make classics convenient for readers but it’s not as if we’re withdrawing the original versions. They are still there if you want to read them.
Ms. Weir 2008-5-12 11:35 AM	I’m director of the online book club www.lovereading.co.uk. Mr. Edwards, I think your shortened edition is a breath of fresh air. I’m guilty of never having read Anna Karenina, because it’s just so long. I’d much rather read two 300-page books than one 600-page book. I am looking forward to more shortened classics!
Mr. Crockatt 2008-5-12 4:38 PM	I’m from the London independent bookshop Corckatt & Powell. In my opinion, the practice is completely ridiculous. How can you edit the classics? I’m afraid reading some of these books is hard work, and that is why you have to develop as a reader. If people don’t have time to read Anna Karenina, then fine. But don’t read a shortened version and kid yourself it’s the real thing.

1. According to the message board, Orion Books ________.

A．opposes the reading of original classics

B．is embarrassed for cutting down classics

C．thinks cut-down classics have a bright future

D．is cautious in its decision to cut down classics

2. In Mr. Edwards’ opinion, Orion Group is shortening classics to ________.

A．meet a large demand in the market	B．make them easier to read
C．increase the sales of literary books	D．compete with their original versions

3. By describing the shortened classics as “a breath of fresh air”, Ms. Weir ________.

A．speaks highly of the cut-down classics	B．shows her love for original classics
C．feels guilty of not reading the classics	D．disapproves of shortening the classics

4. Mr. Crockatt seems to imply that ________.

A．reading the classic works is a confusing attempt

B．shortening the classics does harm to the original

C．publishing the cut-down classics is a difficult job

D．editing the classic works satisfies children’ needs

5. How many classics are involved in the message board?

A．Two.	B．Five.
C．Four.	D．Three.

【推荐3】The Exterminating Angel

Director: Luis Bunuel

Country/Date : Mexico/1962 (black and white)

Introduction : A party is organized in a high class society house. Many people are drinking and eating. It’s getting late, but nobody is leaving. Even though the door is open, people seem to be locked in the house. They can’t leave either the day or on the following days. So a rescue began.

The Net

Director: Irwin Winkler

Country/Date: U.S.A./1995

Introduction: Angela Bennettt is a computer programmer who has devoted her life to computers and the Internet. She spends hours and hours in front of the screen. She does everything over the Internet, and she has some close friends in a chat room, though she has never talked to her neighbors.

Kung Fu Panda

Director : Mark Osborne & John Stevenson

Country/Date : U.S.A./2008

Introduction: The leading character is a panda whose name is Po. He is lazy first but he has a great dream——to be a kung fu master. To make his dream come true, he goes to a faraway temple to learn kung fu from a master. However, one of his brothers, Tai Long wants to become the kung fu master, killing many of his brothers even the master. So Po fights against Tai Long and defeats him, The film is good especially for kids.

Life is Beautiful

Director: Roberto Benigni

Country/Date : Italy/1998

Introduction: In 1939, during World WarⅡ in Italy, Guido, a hopeful man, the main character fell in love with Dora, and they got married. Five years later, their lives changed. Guido and Joshua were taken by the Nazis to a concentration camp and Dora also went there with her husband and son. At that place, Guido tried his best to save his son’s life in a special way.

1. Who is the director of The Net?

A．Luis Bunuel	B．Irwin Winkler
C．Mark Osborne	D．Roberto Benigni

2. Which film is especially fit for kids?

A．The Exterminating Angel.	B．The Net.
C．Kung Fu Panda.	D．Life is Beautiful.

3. What can we learn about Life is Beautiful?

A．It’s about a rescue of people who can’t leave a house.

B．The story is set in World WarⅡ.

C．It was made in America in 1995.

D．The main character is absorbed in computer.

【推荐1】Wanted, Someone for a Kiss
We’re looking for producers to join us in the second of London 100FM. You’ll work on the station’s music programmes. Music production experience in radio is necessary, along with rich knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply in writing to Producer Vacancies, Kiss100.
Father Christmas
We’re looking for a very special person preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit.
Working days: Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December17 to December24 except Sunday, 10:30—16:00
Excellent pay.
Please contact(联系)the Enterprise Shopping Center, Station Parade, Eastbourne.
Accountants Assistant
When you join the team in our Revenue Administration Unit, you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience.
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24-45 and have experience in teaching and training, you could be the person we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in programme writing. You will be allowed to make your own decision, and to design courses as well as present them. Pay upwards of ￡15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV (简历) to Mrs R. Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
1. which position is open to recent school graduates?

A．Producer, London Kiss.

B．Father Christmas.

C．Accountants Assistant

D．Software Trainer

2. Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?

A．Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100

B．Mrs R. Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.

C．The Enterprise Shopping Centre

D．Wealden District Council.

3. We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who __________________.

A．is aged between 24 and 40

B．may do some training work

C．should deal with general duties

D．can work for about a month

4. What kind of person would probably apply to Palmace Limited?

A．One with GCSE grade C level.

B．One with some office experience.

C．One having good computer knowledge

D．One trained in producing music programmes.

【推荐2】Gemini Man

Gemini Man is a big-budget Hollywood sci-fi-action movie based on an original concept, rather than on a superhero comic or an old TV series, even though this particular original concept is more 20 years old. In it a government assassin (杀手）is being hunted down by his own clone The original script was sold by Darren Lemke to a studio in 1997, and since then almost every male A-listener has been attached as a potential star. Now, at long last, Ang Lee has directed Gemini Man, and Will Smith plays both the veteran assassin and his much younger doppelganger (分身).

Jojo Rabbit

During World War Two, a 10-year-old German boy (Roman Griffin David) is desperate to be a dutiful Nazi, only to discover that his mother (Scarlett Johansson) is hiding, a Jewish girl (Thomasin McKenzie) in their house. It may not sound like the stuff of a big-hearted comedy but Taika Waititi can make anything warm and funny. As well as writing and directing Jojo Rabbit, Waititi co-stars as the boy’s imaginary friend,a nitwitted Adolf Hitler.

Doctor Sleep

Mike Flanag’s new film is adapted from Stephen King, novel, Doctor Sleep, which was a sequel (续集) to The Shining. You can expect to see blood flowing out of lifts in a rapid stream, ghostly twin girls and headache-including carpet patterns. Ewan McGregor stars as Danny Torrance, the boy with psychic powers m 1980 film. Now, he is a middle-aged hospital counsellor.

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

Here’s another chance to see Angelina Jolie. In 2014 she starred in Maleficent, Disney's live-action remake of the Sleeping Beauty cartoon from 1959. The twist was that the eponymous wicked fairy wasn’t so wicked, after all, and that the real villain was the father of Princess Aurora (Elle Fanning). The sequel's subtitle promises that Maleficent will actually be evil this time around, her change of heart prompted by Aurora’s engagement to handsome prince (Harris Dickinson).

1. What can we learn from this passage?

A．Ewan McGregor plays a role in Doctor Sleep.

B．Taika Waititi is the main character in Jojo Rabbit.

C．Gemini Man is adapted from a 20-yem--old TV series.

D．The real wicked character in Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is Aurora.

2. If your friend wants to see a horror movie, which one will you recommend?

A．Gemini Man	B．Jojo Babbit
C．Doctor Sleep	D．Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

【推荐3】Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in New Zealand

Nature has shaped New Zealand with the beauty of a movie set. Few places have so many natural wonders packed into such a small area. Here are the best attractions travelers can explore.

Kaikoura, South Island

Birders, wildlife and seafood enthusiasts will love the charming coasted village of Kaikoura. Between the Seaward Kaikoura Range and the Pacific Ocean, Kaikoura offers excellent coastal hikes and popular whale watching tours. In addition to whales, passengers may see fur seals, dolphins and different kinds of birds.

Queenstown, South Island

Queenstown is New Zealand’s adventure capital. Bungee jumping, jet boating, rock climbing, mountain biking and downhill skiing are just some of the exciting things to do here. In addition to the adventure sports, Queenstown offers all the comforts, with first-class hotels, spas, restaurants, galleries and shops.

Bay of Islands, North Island

A three-hour drive north of Auckland, the beautiful Bay of Islands is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the country. There are more than 144 islands on the bay, making it a perfect place for sailing. Penguins, dolphins, and whales live in these fertile waters, and it is a popular sport fishing site. The old towns in the area such as Russell, Opua and Paihia are great bases for exploring this beautiful bay.

Rotorua, North Island

This is a land where the Earth speaks. Boiling mud pools, volcanic craters (火山口) and steaming thermal springs (温泉) show the forces of New Zealand’s attractive landscapes. Visitors can take a walking tour of these geothermal wonders and bathe in the springs while visiting the interesting attractions to learn about the place’s rich Maori history and culture.

1. Where can visitors experience sports with fun and risk?

A．In Kaikoura.

B．At Bay of Islands.

C．In Queenstown.

D．In Rotorua.

2. What do we know about Bay of Islands?

A．There are several islands there.	B．It is good choice for fishing lovers.
C．There are many military bases (军事基地) there.	D．It belongs to South Island of New Zealand.

3. What attracts visitors to Rotorua?

A．Coastal hike tours.	B．Whale watching.
C．Different kinds of wildlife.	D．Spring bathing.

4. Where is the text taken from?

A．A news report.

B．A guidebook.

C．An advertisement.

D．A geography textbook.