【推荐1】When searching for something fun and educational to do in Maryland why not visit the Maryland Science Center? It is located at 601 Light Street, Baltimore. The ticket prices vary depending on ages, groups and the exhibits you choose. Click here for more information.

Introduction

The Maryland Science Center is basically a museum, but it gives everyone a chance to learn through experience and play, rather than just glance at an exhibit.

Activities

You can learn about various topics, including outer space, the human body dinosaurs, electricity, marine biology, energy, and much more. You can also take part in the interactive activities, such as racing bubbles, digging for dinosaur fossils, using puzzle pieces to construct cars, and so much more.

The Davis Planetarium(天文馆)

At the Davis Planetarium, you can lie back in a chair and look at the stars while still inside the Science Center. The stars will appear on the ceiling of the theatre as you watch them.

There are different shows to catch at the Davis Planetarium. You can learn about the galaxy and astronomy during the Dark Matters show. Learn about the stars and planets during the Sky Live show. The One World One Sky show allows children to explore the stars. The Live from the Sun show will teach you all about the hot sun.

The Kids Room

For children, they can’t miss the Kids Room. They will be able to play in a water area, construct dams and water towers, push buttons, ring doorbells, build with blocks, and more, and definitely they will learn a lot. In addition, there is also an area for kids of two years old and under/where they can crawl, walk and explore safely with soft toys.
1. What do we know about the Maryland Science Center?

A．It charges differently for adults and kids.

B．It is the most popular museum in Maryland.

C．It is a museum where there are many famous exhibitions.

D．It is designed for children and their families to play together

2. If you want to know why the sun shines, which show would you choose?

A．Dark Matters.	B．Sky Live.
C．One World One Sky.	D．Live from the Sun

3. Where is text probably taken from?

A．A travel brochure.	B．A science journal.
C．An online advertisement.	D．An academic column.

【推荐3】Where Is Spring Break

Where is Spring Break going to be? The options are endless. Do you want to get your blood pumping from thrilling travels? Look no further! These tours and destinations will keep you on your toes all week long.

Panama: This underrated destination is a little-known secret of the most travelers! Through this tour you’ll get to hike, snorkel (浮潜) and explore all the best sights this beautiful country has to offer! Eight days tours for $ 250 / day.

Canada: This diverse country is full of options. Explore the East of Canada and visit cities such as Montreal, Quebec or Toronto. If you’re feeling adventurous, explore the Western part of the country with a Canadian Rockies Tour. During this twelve days tour you will hike a glacier to beautiful scenery and wander through postcard-worthy villages. Tours to Canada for $200 / day.

Iceland: Check off one of the seven wonders of the world with a tour of the Northern Lights and Golden Circle. Spend seven days full of adventure like hiking glaciers, snowshoeing through Thingvellir National Park, relaxing in the Geysir Hot Springs and of course experiencing the glory of the Northern Lights! Seven days tours for $ 300 / day.

South Africa: Discover the diverse culture and wildlife that makes up South Africa. Your tour plan includes a journey along the coast known as “Rainbow Nation.” Here you will enjoy beautiful scenery, a hunting travel through Addo Elephant National Park and the wildlife in Tsitsikarnma National Park. Nine days tours for $230 / day.

1. What is the common characteristic of the travels mentioned in the text?

A．Exciting.	B．Risky.
C．Educational.	D．Environmental.

2. According to the text, Panama is a destination which        .

A．is not as famous as the other three

B．you can go to for enjoying surfing

C．offers an option to hike in the park

D．takes the most time of the four tours

3. Which destination costs tourists the most money?

A．Panama.	B．Canada.
C．Iceland.	D．South Africa.

4. What can be learned from the text?

A．Tourists can take a hot shower only in Iceland.

B．Tourists can hike glaciers in both Canada and Iceland.

C．Canada offers Rockies Tour for tourists to explore the East.

D．Tourists can enjoy a hunting travel through Tsitsikamma National Park.

【推荐1】In recent years，riding a hot-air balloon has become more and more popular. Many people practice flying a hot-air balloon as a sport.     1     Some people may question the safety of riding a hot-air balloon. Generally speaking，hot-air balloons are quite safe.

Before examining the safety of hot-air balloons，it may help to understand how they work. Each balloon has a large bag called an envelope，attached to a bag or gondola(吊篮). In order to get enough lift，the air in the bag is heated with the assistance of a flame. As the air heats up，the balloon rises.     2    

Like kites，hot-air balloons travel with the wind. Typically，pilots choose the early morning hours to fly since wind speeds are low.     3     Meanwhile，the flight will become more enjoyable.

    4    High winds and extreme weather such as storm and snow are very dangerous. An experienced pilot will not fly in these conditions. Good pilots always check their equipment before beginning a flight，and they often carry backup for safety even in sunny days.

Riding hot-air balloons can be great fun，and it’s very safe as long as passengers follow the directions of the pilot.     5     People who have a fear of heights may want to skip the experience，however.

A．Of course，some people enjoy it as a relaxing activity.

B．Low wind speeds make flying hot-air balloons much safer.

C．This，of course，is for those who love to challenge themselves.

D．The requirements of flying a hot-air balloon vary in different nations.

E．The weather is the most important concern in the safety of hot-air balloons.

F．Sometimes weather，such as lightning，is the cause of hot-air balloon accidents.

G．When the flight is over，the pilot slowly lets out air to allow the balloon to drop.

【推荐1】TEENSGIVING is an exciting event where hundreds of New York City teens gather together annually for a remarkable day of community service. This year, TEENSGIVING in SPRING 2021 participants will once again better New York City and impact thousands of lives!

When is TEENSGIVING in SPRING 2021?

Sunday, April 26, 2021

Where is TEENSGIVING?

All over New York City. Everyone will meet at the 92nd Street Y (92nd and Lexington) at 9:00 AM for the event kick-0off. Then, all TEENSGIVING volunteers will disperse across the city to work with our partnering agencies where they will make a HUGE difference and have fun!

Who participates in TEENSGIVING?

Hundreds of teenagers from around the city. Teens come from the 92nd Street Y, various city schools, youth groups, and organizations in the area, In addition, many adult volunteers (aged 21 and older) will donate their time to TEENSGIVING in SPRING 2021.

What projects do participants do at the agendas?

Sample projects include painting park benches, planting gardens, visiting and playing with underprivileged children, assembling craft kits for children in hospital, assisting at animal shelters, working at soup kitchens, delivering meals and celebrating with families at homeless shelters.

Do I get anything for participating in TEENSGIVING?

Yes! Everybody benefits! Teen volunteers will receive “6 hours” of community service credit, good towards honor society, high school graduation and college application requirements. Adult volunteers will be "thanked" with a light breakfast, a gift certificate for their troubles, and the satisfaction of helping our city's youth contribute to their community. In addition, all teen and adult volunteers will receive a cool TEENSGIVING in SPRING 2021 T-shirt.

This sounds awesome! How do I register for. TEENSGIVING in SPRING 2021? Interested teens and/or adults should e-mail the TEENSGIVING Coordinator Josh Hyman at jhyman@92Y.org (subject: TEENSGIVING) to receive more information and to register for this fantastic event!

Teens can also contact their school's Community Service Advisor.

TEENSGIVING is sponsored by the 92nd Street Y.

1. Teenagers may do the following in the event EXCEPT________.

A．watering flowers

B．cooking

C．cleaning streets

D．taking care of animals

2. An adult volunteer may get________for his time devoted to TEENSGIVING in SPRING 2021.

A．community service credit and a T-shirt

B．a high school certificate, a T-shirt and a light breakfast

C．a T-shirt, a light breakfast and a gift certificate

D．a gift certificate and community service credit

3. The writer’s purpose in writing the passage is to________.

A．inform readers of some frequently asked questions

B．introduce TEENSGIVING in SPRING 2021 to readers

C．encourage readers to ask more questions about TEENSGIVING

D．ask readers to donate their advice to TEENSGIVING in SPRING 2021

【推荐2】Dear Guests
WELCOME TO PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL APARTMENTS--SYDNEY
Now we are updating (更新) our information folders in the rooms in order to help you during your stay. Please notice the following:
Phone number:
Reception(接待处): Dial 7
Housekeeping: Dial 4
Apartment-to-Apartment: dial the apartment number ( except 1st floor apartments: dial the apartment number followed by the ＃key)
Outside line: dial 0, wait for dial tone, and then the number required.
Please keep your key with you at all times. The main doors to the apartments are locked from about 10:30 pm ~ 07:00 am, and you will need to swipe (刷卡) your key to gain access (通道) to the apartment.

If in the event of the fire alarm(警报) sounding please stay calm. If evacuation ( 疏散) is necessary, please go to the fire exits. DO NOT USE LIFTS. Remember to take your valuables and key with you. When you go down, please gather at the Wishing Tree and the Corner of Sussex and Hay Street and either the Fire Brigade. A staff（职员）member or Hotel security（安全）will issue necessary instructions. For future details on this, please dial 7.

Please see reception for any advice on tours and Sydney's attention, and please dial 7 if you want any further information.
We hope your stay with us is an enjoyable one.
Kind regards,
Paul Williams
Guest Services Manager
1. How can you dial from your room in Pacific to Room 115 on the 1st floor?

A．Just dial 115.

B．Dial 6, then 115.

C．Dial 115 and press the # key.

D．Press the # key, and then dial 115.

2. If you want to go back to your room in Pacific at 11:45 pm, you can _______.

A．dial 0, and phone the reception

B．open the main door with your key

C．call the reception for help

D．use the lifts

3. If a fire broke out in Pacific, guests should _______.

A．dial 7 and wait for the hotel security

B．take their keys and leave Pacific by lifts

C．leave Pacific through the fire exits

D．be together with the Fire Brigade

4. This letter most probably appears in ______.

A．a guest' s room

B．the official guide

C．a manager’ s office

D．at the train station

【推荐3】Want to learn a foreign language well? Come to Teenagers Abroad! We invite you to join us on an amazing journey of language learning.
Our Courses
Regardless of your choice of course, you’ll develop your language ability both quickly and effectively.
Our Standard Course guarantees a significant increase in your confidence in a foreign language with focused teaching in all 4 skill areas—speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Our Intensive Course builds on our Standard Course, with 10 additional lessons per week, guaranteeing the fastest possible language learning(see table below)

Course Type	Days	Number of lesson	Course Timetable
Standard Course	Mon——Fri.	20 lessons	9:00——12:30
Intensive Course	Mon——Fir.	20 lessons	9:00——12:30
		10 lessons	13:00——14:30

Evaluation
Students are placed into classes according to their currnt language skills. The majority of them take on online language test before starting their programme. However, if this is not available, students sit the exam on the first Monday of their course.
Learning materials are provided to students throughout their course, and there will never be more than 15 participants in each class.
Arrivals and Transfer
Our programme offers full package—students are taken good care of from the start through to the very end. They are collected from the airport upon arrival and brought to their accommodation in comfort. We require the student’s full details at least 4 weeks in advance.
Meals/ Allergies(过敏)/ Special Dietary Requirements
Students are provided with breakfast, dinner and either a cooked or packed lunch(which consists of a sandwich, a drink and a dessert). Snacks outside of mealtimes may be purchased by the student individually.
We ask that you let us know of any allergies or dietary requirements as well as information about any medicines you take. Depending on the type of allergies and/or dietary requirements, an extra charge may be made for providing special food.
1. How does Intensive Course differ from Standard Course?

A．It is less effective.

B．It focuses on speaking.

C．It includes extra lessons.

D．It gives you confidence.

2. When can a student attend Standard Course?

A．13:00-14:30 Monday.

B．9:00-12:30 Tuesday.

C．13:00-14:30 Friday.

D．9:00-12:30 Saturday.

3. Before starting their programme, students are expected to _______.

A．take a language test

B．have an online interview

C．prepare learning materials

D．report their language levels

4. Which of the following may require an extra payment?

A．Cooked dinner.	B．Mealtime dessert.
C．Packed lunch.	D．Special diet.