【推荐3】Breathe, wave and smile. Along with more than 300 other seniors, I marched into the stadium on the afternoon of May 10. The audience burst into deafening cheers. The huge stadium shook with all the whistling and clapping.

It was as if a Hollywood superstar had walked on stage. And indeed, every single senior that day was a star of the moment. Each deserved it. The seniors had been preparing for four years for this once-in-a-lifetime moment—the commencement (graduation ceremony).

Seated, I waited anxiously for the opening address. As a foreign exchange student, I was not able to receive a diploma. However, I still had the wonderful feeling of being part of things. Like the other graduates, I was dressed in marron cap and gown.

Our principal, Mr. Glover, delivered a short, warm greeting. The US national anthem followed and then, hands on chests, a solemn Pledge of Allegiance(美国的爱国誓言).

Students who had excelled academically gave farewell speeches. The tears in some eyes convinced me that many had deep feelings about the occasion. It was as the class motto says, “Life brings us tears, smiles and memories. The tears dry; the smiles fade; but the memories last forever.”

Then came the core (the most important part) of the commencement. Hundreds of names were announced. Each graduate walked across the stage to receive his or her diploma from the principal. From the different cheers each graduate got, we had the funny sense that it was a kind of competition of who could cheer the loudest.

To be honest, the presentation of diplomas got boring. A girl sitting next to me even started yawning. But it wasn’t boring for those receiving the diploma: they would treasure the moment the principal placed the sacred brown document in their hands for the rest of their lives.

A new page in the book of that person’s life had turned. They were glimpsing their futures: futures of challenge, hardship, perhaps loneliness too, which would take all of their courage.

1. What’s the article mainly about?

A．An American high school’s graduation ceremony.

B．The opening ceremony of a sports meeting.

C．A presentation of college diplomas.

D．A US college’s farewell party.

2. Which of the following statements about the author is FALSE?

A．She was one of the graduates.

B．She was a foreign exchange student.

C．She was excited to receive her diploma.

D．She felt it great to be at the ceremony.

3. The right order of the following events is______.

a. Diplomas were presented to graduates.

b. Students gave farewell speeches.

c. The US national anthem was played.

d. The principal gave a short, warm speech.

e. Seniors went into the stadium.

A．b,c,a,d,e	B．c,d,b,e,a
C．d,b,e,a,c	D．e,d,c,b,a

4. From the text, we can conclude that_______.

A．a diploma ensures a good job

B．a diploma guarantees a bright future

C．the commencement symbolizes the beginning of a new stage in life

D．everyone felt excited at the presentation of the diploma

【推荐1】Guided Walking Week April 2016

Dates: April 30^th-May 7^th 2016

Location: Abdet, Costa Blanca

A week of guided walking in the mountains around Abdet. Highlights include the climbing of Valencia’s highest summit (Sierra de Aitana), traveling completely around the impressive Puig Campana, and several explorations in the Sierra de Aitana. Ancient trails lead through spectacular canyons (峡谷) to abandoned settlements situated high in the mountains. You will discover the snow trader routes which lead from the incredible snow holes high in the mountains down to the villages and towns on the coast. These years, golden eagles have made a return to this area, and you may also see other animals—wild goats, foxes, wild pigs and red squirrels.

As part of the week you are invited to help clear some local walking paths. This involves clearing collapsed (坍塌的) walls and rocks, cutting back fallen trees. This is of course optional and is just for half a day, it’s actually great fun!

Price:$499
Includes:
·Accommodation in the beautiful mountain village of Abdet
·All food-good home cooking
·Beer, wine, soft drinks
·Snacks and post walk treats
·Packed lunches & drinks (except café/bar visits)
·Expert guiding
·Photos/Videos of your days in the mountains
·Airport pick-up/return $25 each way (fly to Alicante)
·Single room supplement $75

To book or get further information, please contact info@abdet.com.

1. What will you find during the guided walking?

A．Climbing Sierra de Aitana is the most exciting.

B．Ancient trails have changed into highways.

C．The environment in Abdet is getting better.

D．Traders live in incredible snow holes.

2. What may you enjoy if you pay $499?

A．Packed lunches including bar visits.

B．Good home cooking breakfast only.

C．Bus stop pick-up/return each way.

D．Pictures and professional guiding.

3. What do the details presented in the ad suggest?

A．Clearing walking paths is a must.

B．People can book the walking online.

C．Accommodation conditions are tough.

D．The walking ends on April 30th 2016.

【推荐2】
Trip 1 Black Bear Count

There have been fires in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living. Some bears have been seen since the fires, and the Office has asked for young people to help count them. The entire trip will last three hours. Bookings necessary.

Cost: Free When: May 8
Trip 2 Garland Valley

Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a beautiful area of the Blue Mountains. Garland Valley, close to the town of Garland hut, is part of the National Park. Many wild animals live in this area, including many rare birds. This is a great walk for bird-lovers. The trip lasts four hours. Bookings necessary.

Cost: $ 15 When: May 8, May 15
Trip 3 Flashlight Adventure

Put on your warm clothes, bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses, and come for a night walk along the Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. You will see many of the animals on this trip. The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals. Numbers are strictly limited on night trips, so be sure to book early. This walk lasts two and a half hours.

Cost: $ 12 When: May 8, May 15, May 22
Equipment to be needed:

• Please bring enough water and food for all walks.

• Wear good walking shoes—no high heels.

• Wear a hat for day walks.

• Dress warmly for night walks.

• Children must be with an adult.

• Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks.

• Follow all instructions from guides during the walks. The mountains are a dangerous place.

Bookings:

Bookings for the above trips can be made by telephone(8934847) or on the Internet at www. Bluemountaintour. com

1. Where are these trips?

A．In a large city.	B．In a park in the mountains.
C．In a special kind of zoo.	D．In three different countries.

2. Which of the trips lasts the longest hours?

A．Black Bear Count	B．National Park Tour
C．Flashlight Adventure	D．Garland Valley

3. Which of the following is NOT necessary for the three trips?

A．Good walking shoes	B．A pair of glasses
C．A sleeping-bag	D．Food and water

4. If you are free on May 22, you can choose_____.

A．Black Bear Count	B．Garland Valley
C．Flashlight Adventure	D．None of the trips

5. What is the best title for the passage?

A．Adventure Travel in America	B．Hunting around the Great Mountains
C．Interesting Trips in the East of the USA	D．Discovery Trips in the Blue Mountains

【推荐3】

The Campus Bookstore Bookie’s , the campus bookstore is located at the Campus Activity Centre , main floor . Bookie’s is the only place in Kamloops to buy your course textbooks . There is a booklist in the bookstore listing the books required for each course . If you need help in finding your course textbooks , ask any of the staff in the bookstore . There are more than just textbooks at bookie’s . They carry a wide variety of stationary , art supplies and gift items . You can also buy telephone cards , postage stamps and bus passes . You must show your student card to get a discount for the bus passes .
TEXTBOOK RETURNS 1) Do I need my receipt to return books ? Yes . 2) How long do I have to return books ? Books purchased must be returned within ten working days of the date of the purchase . 3) What if I wrote my name in the book ? Unfortunately , we cannot give you a full refund for books not in mint condition as publishers will not accept this for credit . 4) What happens if I miss the last day for return ? We may purchase the text book as “ used ” in accordance with our Buyback program . 5) What if I discover that my book has missing Pages half way through the semester ? We will replace the defective books , new or used , for a like copy of that title . Cash refunds are not given for defective books returned outside the normal return dates .	BUYBACKS 1) What books do you buy back ? We buy back all current edition textbooks . If we do not use them at UCC , we buy them 2) How much do I get for my books ? If bookie’s is buying the book for use at UCC , you will receive 50% of the current new retail price . In order to receive optimum buyback price , discs and supplements must accompany the book . 3) What happens to the books that I sell ? Books for bookie’s are processed by our staff and sold to students at 75% of the new retail price . 4) What condition do my books need to be in ? Books should be in good condition , meaning that the cover is still attached and all pages intact . Highlighting , notes and markings on the pages are perfectly fine . Workbooks and study guides are generally not purchased back unless they are free of all markings . No sales receipt is required for these books .
Bookstore Hours Monday—Thursday 9:00am—6:00pm Friday 9:00am—5:00pm Saturday and Sunday Closed

1. The intended readers of this passage are __________ .

A．Book dealers	B．University students
C．Publishers	D．Campus staff

2. The underlined word “ defective ” can best be replaced by __________ .

A．faulty

B．adapted

C．new

D．latest

3. Bookie’s will not buy back your used textbook if __________ .

A．you have lost the sales receipt

B．there are markings and notes on the pages

C．the cover of the book is missing

D．you miss the last day for return

4. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage ?

A．Bookie’s is a place for students to buy their course textbooks .

B．Student cards are needed to get a discount for the textbooks .

C．Books bought in bookie’s can be returned within ten working days .

D．Books bought back are processed by the staff and sold to students .