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1. With help from a Mr. H, you can_____.

A．stop using batteries.	B．finish your homework on time.
C．remember your teacher’s instructions.	D．get your room tidied on your way home.

2. A PENGO WATCH CONTROL can help you to_____.

A．repair your TV	B．be a James Bond
C．know what the weather is like	D．organize your homework

3. You can get your Mr. H for_____.

A．$499	B．$299
C．$199	D．$99

4. Where would you be most likely to find the two texts?

A．On a notice board.	B．On a teenage website.
C．In a company brochure.	D．In a college news.

【推荐2】If the last blog didn't give you enough ideas on how to entertain the family over the summer holidays，we have a few more great activities for you!

Get gardening

Start up a summer project in the garden and plant some seeds with the children! Cucumbers，peppers，beans and tomatoes are perfect vegetables to plant in your garden，and a sunflower would be a lovely addition to watch grow throughout summer.

Visit a local farm or zoo

Local farms are a brilliant way to expose children to different types of animals，see them up close and sometimes even feed them！A trip to the zoo will probably cost a bit more，but usually have more animals for children to see and learn about.

Obstacle course(障碍赛赛场)

Children love the thrill of a sports day at school，but there is no reason why you can't recreate that at home! Set up a mini obstacle course suitable for your children's ages，and let the family sports day begin!

Have a treasure hunt

A treasure hunt around the house，garden，or local park will be a great way to drop in some presents for the children for their good behavior over the summer holidays—and who doesn't love a treasure hunt? Get creative with the theme of the treasure hunt.Pirate，graffiti，or a bear hunt we think will go down a storm!

Let us know what you are planning for your summer holiday activities through our social media pages! Candy Floss hopes you all stay safe this summer—and have a fantastic time!

1. Who is the passage mainly intended for？

A．Internet workers.	B．Teachers.
C．Parents.	D．Teenagers.

2. What can children do when visiting a farm or zoo？

A．See different kinds of animals.

B．Watch sunflowers grow.

C．Plant some vegetables.

D．Hunt bears.

3. Which activity entertains those who are interested in sports?

A．Getting gardening.

B．Setting up an obstacle course.

C．Having a treasure hunt.

D．Visiting a local farm or zoo.

4. Why should children be given presents in a treasure hunt？

A．To show the parents' creative thinking.

B．To encourage them to find more treasure.

C．To praise them for their good behavior in holiday.

D．To honor them for gaining high marks in the exam.

【推荐3】When I found out I was moving to India, it was beyond a nightmare. It was something I couldn’t even imagine. The impression I had of India were only based upon a few summer visits to my grandparents, filled with heat, pollution and dirt. Even though I was only six years old, I know this would be a complete change from my comfortable life in Maryland.

During my first six months in India, my expectations were met almost exactly. I hated my new apartment; I missed my school and friends back in Maryland, and I was sick of all the dirty marketplaces that filled the streets of New Delhi.

After those six months were over I finally realized that I was going to be in India for a while. I knew that I had to start making the most of my new life. It was then that I became completely involved in my school. My school, the American Embassy School, was filled with international students: Europeans, Australians, Chinese, and Americans just like me. But they all welcomed me with open arms. It was amazing to be among such diverse students, who had such incredible experiences to share.

Now, when I look back at my time in India, all I can think about is how fortunate I am to have had such a wonderful experience. My move to India not only allowed me to see a completely different side of the

world, but I was also able to establish unbreakable bonds with so many interesting and amazing people. Even now, after quite some years, I am still in contact with my closest friends from the American Embassy School. I cannot even imagine what I would be like without having lived in India. I would have missed out on meeting so many extraordinary people, and I would be a completely different person today.
1. At the beginning, the author thought it terrible to move to India because he felt__________ .

A．he was too young to go there

B．he couldn’t see his grandparents

C．India was hot and dirty

D．he missed his friends in New Delhi

2. What made the author face his new life?

A．That he needed to make some friends.

B．That he fell in love with his new school.

C．That he missed his motherland.

D．That he had to stay in India longer.

3. After the author returned to Maryland _________

A．he found his life in India worthwhile

B．he hoped to go to India once again

C．he shared his story with his family

D．he wanted to experience another new life

4. What does the author want to tell us about his life in India?

A．It was the hardest time.

B．It changed him a lot.

C．It was comfortable and unforgettable.

D．It made him an interesting man.

【推荐2】For those who have never been to Harbin, there’s almost an endless list of things to do. Here are several activities that have to be included.

Turning water into instant ice

One can’t go to the Ice-Snow World without stopping by the Sun Island Snow Expo. After all, the former is for appreciating illuminated (照亮的) ice at night, and the latter is for checking out snow in the daytime. Tourists from the south might be astonished by the bright sunshine reflected in the snow, so don’t forget the sunscreen.

This is also a good place to toss (抛) water and watch it turn into ice instantly. Find a safe place with no one nearby, and enjoy the unique phenomenon.

Snow tubing (雪地滑轮胎) on the Songhua River

In winter, the Songhua River turns into “thousands of miles of ice” and becomes a natural ice-skating rink. The frozen river offers opportunities for many different winter activities. But make sure the ice is solid before going stomping (跺脚) in the snow.

Speeding down Yabuli Ski Resort

One place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Harbin is Yabuli Ski Resort, where you can ski down splendid snow-covered mountains. The snow is thick and moderately hard. There are junior, middle and senior ski runs. Professional staff are available to improve your skiing ability.

1. If you want to enjoy a night scene, which is the best choice?

A．The Songhua River.	B．The Ice-Snow World.
C．Yabuli Ski Resort.	D．The Sun Island Snow Expo.

2. What can visitors do in Harbin?

A．Choose different routes based on their skiing ability.

B．Get professional guidance for free while skating.

C．Go down the world’s longest ice slide on Songhua River.

D．Toss water and watch it turn into ice wherever you want.

3. What does the passage serve as?

A．An announcement.	B．An application.
C．An introduction.	D．An advertisement.

【推荐3】Who says you have to stay indoors when the temperatures drop? Here are favourite places to explore this winter.

Athens, Greece

In Athens, every November the crowds lift and temperatures stay around the mid-20s, so have a trip to the Parthenon and Acropolis. A full afternoon is also necessary for exploring the Museum of Cycladic Art and its exhibitions—recently it has hosted Picasso’s.

In the streets of the Pysrri district is a hidden hole in the wall, from which one can go down to the basement restaurant, Diporto.

Huaraz, Peru

To some, Peru gives people images of students in printed shorts on a tour of Machu Picchu. There’s obviously so much more to do in the UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) site. Any hike through the surrounding Huascaran National Park will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into a Lord of the Rings film.

April and November are considered “shoulder season”, which means fewer clear days but you can enjoy the trails with fewer people.

Edinburgh, UK

Yes, it’s probably going to be freezing cold. Hot coffee steam up in a pleasing, romantic fashion in cafes. People can take a few minutes’ walk from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

For simple Scottish dishes there’s neighbourhood inn the Little Chartroom, and the Sheep Heid Inn has been long enough to have served Mary, Queen of Scots. In the eight bedrooms at the 18th century Rock House, each is a mixture of ancient details and current fashion.

Valletta, Malta

Flights from the UK to Malta’s capital are only around f30, making it one of the best destinations for a November trip. This tiny city has a temperature of 17 and has changed itself into a year-round city break with artistic cafes, hotels and newly opened galleries—Muza opened last year and houses the former National Gallery collection.

1. Which has exhibited Picasso’s works lately?

A．Muza.	B．National Gallery.
C．The Museum of Cycladic Art.	D．Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

2. What has associations with The Lord of the Rings for tourists?

A．The Parthenon.	B．Malta’s capital.
C．The Sheep Heid Inn.	D．Huascaran National Park.

3. What is special about Rock House?

A．It served the Queen of Scotland.

B．It combines ancient and modern styles.

C．It has at least eight kinds of rooms.

D．It offers Scottish local specialties.