Here are some activities you might be interested in.
Watermedia Showcase
Prize: $2,500 first prize, $1,250 second prize
Entry Fee: $35 per entry
Requirements: Open to international artists 18 years of age and older
The Watermedia Showcase awards original art created primarily with water-based media on a surface created for water media. Judged by the editors of Watercolor Artist, all winners and honorable mentions will have their works featured in the magazine.
Jackson’s Painting Prize
Prize: £6,000 first prize
Entry Fee: £5 per entry
Requirements: Open to international artists of all ages
Jackson’s Painting Prize was created to reward excellence in two-dimensional (维度的) works of fine art. Both painting and drawing media are accepted and in addition to the main prize, there are also awards for best watercolor, and people’s choice.
The Lumen Prize for Digital Art
Prize: $4,000 first prize, with a $13,500 total prize fund
Entry Fee: $40 for two works ($ 32 for two works if submitted prior to March 24)
Requirements: Open to artists worldwide
This digital art competition is organized by Lumen Art Projects Ltd, a non-profit organization that’s dedicated to providing new opportunities for digital artists around the world. The contest guidelines are relatively loose — the only requirement is that the submitted artworks must somehow engage with technology.
Animago Award
Prize: £3,000 cash prize for Best Young Production
Entry Fee: Free
Requirements: Open to artists worldwide
For over 20 years the Animago Award competition has spotlighted talent in the fields of 3D animation (动画) and stills, visual effects, visualization, and design. Organized by the German magazine Digital Production, all winners are announced at the annual Animago conference in Munich, Germany.
1. What is special about Watermedia Showcase?A.Artists needn’t pay any to enter it. | B.Artists of first prize will win £6,000. |
C.No artist younger than 18 is allowed. | D.It’s organized by a non-profit organization. |
A.Watermedia Showcase. | B.Jackson’s Painting Prize. |
C.The Lumen Prize for Digital Art. | D.Animago Award. |
A.A travel brochure. | B.A contest guide. | C.A course plan. | D.An academic article. |
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What’s on Calligraphic award Lanting Xu, written by Wang Xizhi, is considered one of the greatest pieces of Chinese calligraphy. It inspired the China Calligraphers Association to launch the China Calligraphy Lanting Awards, the country’s top awards for the creation of and theory studies in calligraphy. An exhibition now at the National Art Museum of China shows such handwritten pieces by 19 artists who have received Lanting’s lifetime achievement awards, such as Qi Gong, Shen Peng and Ouyang Zhongshi. The exhibition runs until July 20 ( 9 am — 5 pm ). |
Video art Works by 17 pioneers in video art from China, Japan and South Korea are being shown at Refocusing on the Medium: The Rise of East Asia Video Art, organized by the Minsheng Art Museum in Beijing. It explores how video is reshaping artistic creation since the 1960s. It takes viewers to the past and the frontiers of video art, capturing the differences with film and photos as an independent form. Featured artists include Katsuhiro Yamaguchi, Nam June Paik, Yoko Ono and Chen Shaoxiong. The exhibition ends on July 15 ( 10 am — 5 pm ). |
Landscape painting Yin Zhaoyang rose to fame in the late 1990s as a leading figure among artists of his generation who expressed loss, hesitation and the cruelties of youth. He has developed a highly personalized approach to landscape painting, exploring the relations between individuals and society, history and the present. Rebuilding Ideals, an exhibition at the Tang Contemporary Art Museum, reviews Yin’s creation and methods of thinking over more than 20 years. The exhibition runs until July 7. |
Mural (壁画) replicas Murals preserved (保护) in grottoes (洞穴) and temples along the ancient Silk Road shows cultural exchanges between the East and the West over a long period. Art from the Silk Road, an exhibition at the China National Arts and Crafts Museum, shows replicated (复制) mural paintings from 23 caves and Buddhist (佛教的) temples, in some 1,600 kilometers along the ancient Silk Road and dated between the 4th and 14th centuries. It ends on July 31 ( 9 am — 5 pm ). |
A.To honour the calligrapher Wang Xizhi. |
B.To offer an insight into the beauty of calligraphy. |
C.To show some artists’ outstanding achievements. |
D.To encourage the creation and study of calligraphy. |
A.The National Art Museum of China. | B.The Minsheng Art Museum. |
C.The Tang Contemporary Art Museum. | D.The China National Arts and Crafts Museum. |
A.Buddhist belief. | B.Importance of the Silk Road. |
C.Traditional eastern culture. | D.Cross-cultural communication. |
【推荐2】Father’s Day is right around the corner. This time, forget the tie or a nice bottle of wine, be creative and give your dad a gift that he will treasure for years.
PocketTalk
Whether for business or for having fun, if your dad often travels in a new country, he needs a PocketTalk. It serves as a two-way translator, with speakers and earphones specially made for translation. The translator fits in your dad’s pocket. It connects to the Internet and translates between 74 languages, so your dad can talk with people nearly anywhere.
Cost: $299
Polaroid ZIP Instant Photoprinter
If your dad likes taking a million pictures to record every moment of the trip, why not get him a Polaroid ZIP Instant Photoprinter? The device (设备) can be connected to the blue tooth of your dad’s smart phone and print “2 x3” color photos whenever and wherever you’d like to.
Cost: $88
FlightScope Mevo
Help your dad improve his golfing skills with the FlightScope Mevo. The device records speed, distance, spin rate (旋转速度) and more to help your dad collect all the information he needs to improve his golfing skills. The device is small enough to take almost anywhere, so he’s always ready to play.
Cost: $500 with $50 off and free shipping for Father’s Day.
POW Phone Speaker
Walking on the beach, playing basketball at the park and enjoying a campfire while camping are all perfect times for some music. So to make sure your dad has a speaker at all times, get him the POW phone speaker. The speaker fits in the pocket and plays quality sound anywhere.
Cost: $79
1. What can your dad do with the PocketTalk?A.Surf on the internet. | B.Learn new languages. |
C.Make phone calls for free. | D.Communicate with foreigners. |
A.have fun | B.take photos | C.practise golfing | D.enjoy music |
A.PocketTalk. | B.Polaroid ZIP Instant Photoprinter. |
C.FlightScope Mevo. | D.POW phone speaker. |
A.POW phone speaker. | B.FlightScope Mevo. |
C.Polaroid ZIP Instant Photoprinter. | D.PocketTalk. |
A.They can also be used by kids. |
B.They can be carried around easily. |
C.They are cheaper on Father’s Day. |
D.They are best sellers on Father's Day. |
【推荐3】Have got 48 hours to relax yourself? You’ll maximize your time and fun at these amazing destinations.
Alabama: Gulf Shores
For relaxing weekend getaways in Alabama, head south to the white-sand beaches of Gulf Shores. Get on the water for some deep-sea fishing. History lovers can get a lesson in the Civil War along a 90-mile path with more than a dozen historic sites.
Alaska: Homer
How does fresh seafood sound? You’ll find it in Homer, located in south-central Alaska, which is either a short flight or a great four-hour scenic drive on the Seward Highway from Anchorage. Get your fill of fishing in Kachemak Bay, explore local trails and enjoy exceptional birding in this remote natural setting.
Arizona: Sedona
Adventurous types can get their fill in the magical red rocks of Sedona, which is said to be the location of healing centers of energy. People flood to the area to meditate, practice yoga and more. Sedona also offers fantastic hiking, off-roading, biking, and even climbing.
Arkansas: Hot Springs
Relax and renew in Arkansas, hot waters in Hot Springs, and art community with Art Deco architecture that is also the home of Hot Springs National Park. Make time for a visit to Bathhouse Row, a National Historic Landmark of eight bathhouses, and Superior Bathhouse Brewery, which produces beer made of the hot spring water inside the National Park. Don’t miss these National Parks that are off the beaten path.
1. Which activity can be found in both Gulf Shores and Homer?A.Enjoying beautiful birds. | B.Taking a flight. |
C.Going fishing. | D.Visiting historic sites. |
A.Gulf Shores. | B.Sedona. |
C.Homer. | D.Hot Springs. |
A.A magazine. | B.A survey. | C.A novel. | D.A diary. |
【推荐1】Now VAR technology is fully combined with the global game of soccer and made its debut (首次亮相) at the 2018 World Cup.
The VAR team supported the judges from a centralized video room. The operators selected and provided the best angles from the relevant broadcast cameras plus two additional offside cameras.
A.VAR works as video judges |
B.If one team is likely to win a game |
C.It is hard to avoid and VAR is necessary |
D.Now VAR has incurred heated discussion |
E.Once they decide an incident is reviewable |
F.Throughout a match they are constantly checking for mistakes |
G.VAR can serve to remove such scenes and get the game moving again |
【推荐2】For many runners, a marathon can often be a challenge—but sometimes what gets a runner through the tough 26.2 miles is looking out into the crowd and seeing his or her loved one holding up a sign and shouting words of encouragement. For one mom, though, her loved one was a bit more hands-on.
While running the REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon in Salt Lake City, Courtney Rich, a self-taught baker and mother of two, was beginning to run out of energy just yards from the end when she was suddenly joined by her 10-year-old daughter, Avery.
The touching moment, caught on video and posted on social media, shows Avery running to her mother’s side to support her as she approached the end of the race. Rich’s face lit up when Avery joined her and helped her cross the finish line.
Rich later said in the video’s caption that being joined by her daughter to finish the race was “a moment I hope neither of us ever forget”. Rich said that her daughter could tell she was struggling after a phone call near the end of the race. “She knew I had struggled the last few miles,” Rich said. “She saw tears in my eyes when I called on mile 24.”
In the video, Rich’s facial expression changes from tiredness to a smile after seeing her daughter emerge from the crowd to join her. Then, Rich and her daughter ran hand-in-hand to the finish line. “Nothing could have prepared me for the moment my 10-year-old daughter would jump out of the crowd and run with me to the finish line,” she said. When the race was done, the two hugged each other at the finish line. The video ends with a final caption, “And then she just held me. She held me.”
In the past, the REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon has had other memorable moments of mothers caring for their children, but perhaps not as hands-on as this one.
1. What happened to Rich when she was coming to the finish line?A.She felt herself struggling. | B.She was far behind others. |
C.She fell down all of a sudden. | D.She was interrupted by Avery. |
A.She ran the rest in place of Rich. | B.She tried to call for help at once. |
C.She helped Rich run to the finish line. | D.She shouted encouraging words to Rich. |
A.Doubtful. | B.Content. | C.Concerned. | D.Expected. |
A.A Daughter Cheered For Her Mother By Joining In Her Race |
B.A Mother Encouraged Her Daughter To Pursue Her Dream |
C.A Daughter Got Involved In Her Mother’s Race By Mistake |
D.A Mother Would Never Give Up On Her Marathon Dream |
【推荐3】Winning the silver medal at the 2023 FIVB Volleyball Nations League in the United States, on Sunday, the Chinese women’s volleyball team enjoyed their best result in the tournament (联赛), with the key to the breakthrough being their unity and never-say-die spirit.
“I just feel that our team is more united than ever,” said Yuan Xinyue, Team China captain. “We support and help each other on the court. This is the most important reason behind our success. All of us should shoulder the responsibility of winning.”
She continued to say, “ We have firm determination, and we will keep moving forward. We cherish the road that we have walked. We will summarize events, and we will keep tackling the problems. We will also try hard and hold onto our dreams and the belief that the Chinese women’s volleyball team can be the best.”
Team China was one step away from gold, but the Turkish women’s team showed greater momentum (势头) in the final beating China 3-1. As the Chinese team only finished sixth at last year’s VNL, the second-place finish was a surprise to Chinese fans.
Sunday’s final attracted huge media attention and generated a series of trending topics on social media. While many joined in heated discussion about the final, many more expressed congratulations on the fast rise of the young women’s team.
“Although the Chinese women’s team wasn’t able to stand on the highest podium (领奖台) at the Volleyball Nations League, they still produced the best possible result by fighting together. Hand in hand, Team China players march forward together,” reported by China Sports Daily. “Team China was not among the favorites to reach the final of the VNL, but the team still managed to pocket a silver medal, which is huge progress compared to last year’s result. They proved all the doubters wrong, and they showed the world what a united team they are.”
1. How can we best describe Team China’s performance in the tournament?A.Overconfident. | B.United. | C.Disappointing. | D.Careless. |
A.Checking out. | B.Bringing about. | C.Giving up. | D.Dealing with. |
A.People were concerned about Team China because it lost the game. |
B.Team China played very hard in the tournament and won the first prize. |
C.Team China has made significant advances though not pocketing the gold medal. |
D.Team China didn’t try their best. |
A.Team China shines in silver medal success |
B.Team China not among favorites to reach final |
C.Chinese women’s volleyball team plays against Turkish team |
D.Team China wins the game |
【推荐1】Want to buy some gifts for children? See the following ones.
Wonder Crew dolls
Wonder Crew creates dolls for boys. The dolls are aimed at encouraging boys to express kindness and other characteristics not encouraged in their other toys. “I wanted to address the developmental needs of the whole child.” Wider told USATODAY. “Toys have the power to teach.”
Sale for $29.99 on Amazon.
Barbie dolls that use a wheelchair
Mattel created dolls with disabilities to inspire girls to tell more stories. Barbie expanded its Fashion line to showcase dolls in a wheelchair and a removable prosthetic leg (假肢). “We can have the conversation around physical disabilities by including them into our fashion doll line to further Show a special view of beauty and fashion,” Mattel said.
Sale for $19.99.
Dolls inspired by children with autism
Lottie Dolls offers a doll inspired by a boy with autism. The doll kit includes an astronaut’s suit and a companion dog named Cookie. Lottie Dolls, an Irish company, offers a host of dolls that highlight diversity.
Sales for $30 on Amazon.
Plastic Army Women
A 6-year-old girl wanted to play with female plastic soldiers. She got her with when Pennsylvania company BMC Toys agreed to make Plastic Army Women. When completed, a pack of 24 figurines (小塑像) will include six different poses and should be available on the company website and on Amazon. It is available for pre-order at different price points.
1. What can we learn about Mattel’s Barbie dolls?A.They are in old style. |
B.They can move quickly by themselves. |
C.They have no legs at all. |
D.They represent special views on beauty. |
A.Wonder Crew dolls. | B.Barbie dolls that use a wheelchair. |
C.Dolls offered by Lottie Dolls. | D.Plastic Army Women. |
A.It can’t be bought on Amazon. | B.It can be ordered in advance. |
C.It is fit for young kids. | D.It is the most popular. |
【推荐2】Great Books Summer Program delivers excellent preparation for seminar-style college classes and the SAT critical thinking section. We are thrilled to announce Summer 2022 On-Campus programs are returning. Enrollment (注册) is open. Make your plans today!
Program 1: Great Books & Writer’s Workshop at Pepperdine University Malibu, CA For Rising Grades 6-8 and Grades 9 — 12 One and Two-Week Programs Choose the one-week Seminar and Discussion program. Select Writer’s Workshop for students eager to explore the art of creative writing. Or, stay for both! One-week Tuition: $2695 Two-week Tuition: $5390 |
Program 2: Great Books & Writer’s Workshop at Amherst College Amherst, MA For Rising Grades 6-8 and Grades 9 — 12 One and Two-Week Programs We will be offering Seminar and Discussion programs and a Writer’s Workshop for students eager to explore the art of writing in all forms. One-week Tuition: $2495 Two-week Tuition: $4990 |
Program 3: Great Books at Stanford University Stanford, CA For Rising Grades 6-8 and Grades 9 — 12 One and Two-Week Programs Young people gather to experience reading and life at Stanford University. Join us for one week or two of Great Books Seminar and Discussion programs! One-week Tuition: $2995 Two-week Tuition: $5990 |
Program 4: A Tall Ship Adventure For Rising Grades 9 — 12 Sail from Bangor to Portland, ME One Week Program Great Books is excited to announce the second year of Tales of the Sea: a Tall Ship Adventure. This program for high school students marries the study of maritime literature with living and learning to sail. Time will be split between seminar and discussion and sailing education with visits to coastal islands. One-week Tuition: $2995 |
All on-campus programs have Materials & Events fees of $225 for one week and $475 for two.
1. How much does an applicant pay in total for a one-week program at Stanford University?
A.$2995. | B.$3220. | C.$3470. | D.$3945. |
A.Program 1. | B.Program 2. | C.Program 3. | D.Program 4. |
A.They offer seminar-style classes. |
B.They prepare students for the SAT test. |
C.They are designed for junior high students. |
D.They aim to promote students’ writing skills. |
【推荐3】University Room Regulations Approved and Forbidden Items
The following items are approved for use in residential (住宿的) rooms: electric blankets, hair dryers, personal computers, radios, televisions and DVD players. Items that are not allowed in student rooms include: candles, ceiling fans, fireworks, waterbeds, sun lamps and wireless routers. Please note that any forbidden items will be taken away by the Office of Residence Life.
Access to Residential Rooms
Students are provided with a combination(组合密码) for their room door locks upon check-in. Do not share your room door lock combination with anyone. The Office of Residence Life may change the door lock combination at any time at the expense of the resident if it is found that the student has shared the combination with others. The fee is $25 to change a room combination.
Cooking Policy
Students living in buildings that have kitchens are only permitted to cook in the kitchen. Students must clean up after cooking. This is not the responsibility of housekeeping staff. Kitchens that are not kept clean may be closed for use. With the exception of using a small microwave oven (微波炉) to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms.
Quiet Hours
Residential buildings must maintain an atmosphere that supports the academic mission of the University. Minimum quiet hours in all campus residences are 11:00 pm to 8:00 am Sunday through Thursday. Quiet hours on Friday and Saturday nights are 1:00 am to 8:00 am. Students who violate quiet hours are subject to a fine of $25.
1. Which of the following items are allowed in student rooms?A.Ceiling fans and waterbeds. | B.Wireless routers and radios. |
C.Hair dryers and candles. | D.TVs and electric blankets. |
A.The combination should be changed. | B.The Office should be charged. |
C.He should replace the door lock. | D.He should check out of the room. |
A.A microwave oven can be used. |
B.Cooking in student rooms is permitted. |
C.A housekeeper is to clean up the kitchen. |
D.Students are to close kitchen doors after cooking. |
A.7:00 am, Sunday. | B.7:30 am, Thursday. | C.11:30 pm, Monday. | D.00:30 am, Saturday. |