【推荐1】Survival and rescue stories from the deadly crash of TransAsia Airways Flight 235 in Taiwan are inspiring as well as exciting. They raise the question: Why do some passengers survive plane crashes while others sadly don't?

Some of the survival games involve factors passengers largely can't control, like the weather, flight crew skills, the design of airline seats and the construction, maintenance (维修) and the age of the plane.

But passengers themselves can do a lot to improve their chances of survival simply by making smart choices and being informed.

Here are a few ideas to keep in mind:

* Seat choice. Experts differ. Have you heard of the “five-row rule”? This refers to the idea that if you're sitting within five rows of an emergency exit, you have a statistically (统计地) better chance of surviving a crash.

* Listen to the safety talk. Yeah, it's boring. But it could save your life! The presentation－by video or by flight attendants－explaining what to do in case the plane goes down, offers key information like: How do I get out?

* Read the safety card. Do you know that safety card in the pocket of the seat in front of you? Think of it as a map leading you toward survival. Read it. It shows how the plane you're on will be evacuated (撤离) .

* Be aware of the exits. Plan your escape. Visualize how you－and perhaps children you're traveling with－are going to get out of the plane.

* Move quickly. You have 90 seconds to get out of the plane after a crash. Many passengers in plane crashes survive the initial impact. It's what happens next that often kills them. This includes fire, smoke and sometimes water. Sherwood advises using 90 seconds as a time frame for escaping.

1. At the beginning of the passage, the crash of TransAsia Airways is mentioned ________.

A．to share a story	B．to introduce the topic
C．to introduce a flight	D．to criticize the passengers

2. Of the following things, passengers can control ________.

A．the weather	B．flight crew skills
C．the age of the plane	D．making choices of the seat

3. Which of the following is true according to the passage?

A．You should read the boring safety card on the desk in front of you.

B．You'd better sit within seven rows of an emergency exit.

C．You should design your escape way in advance.

D．You should wait a moment after a crash.

4. The author's purpose in writing this passage most probably is ________.

A．to offer us some tips on how to survive an air-crash

B．to offer us some tips on how to enjoy an air journey

C．to inform us of major services on the plane

D．to inform us of the danger of taking planes

【推荐3】Pool Safety Tips for Kids

On a hot summer day, there are few things that are more appealing than a nice cool pool.     1     And it is completely relaxing. Of course, if you have children, there are certain safety measures you should take, whether you have a pool in your backyard or are going to a public pool.

Go swimming together. No person should ever swim alone. Though many people do, the simple truth is that it only takes a second to become injured or drown.

    2     Having someone there with you can make the difference between life and death. This is especially true for young children. If your child is under the age of 5, you should never allow him or her to swim out of arm's length.

    3     Kids love to chase one another through the water. But it is important that you emphasize to your children that at no time should they be running around the pool or pushing anyone. In the water, teach children not to jump on top of one another and to watch their surroundings, so that they do not accidentally knock into others, injuring them. Playing around in the pool is very interesting but dangerous.

Keep it locked. If you own a pool, you must have a locking gate around your pool.     4     Keep the gate locked at all times, even when you are physically in the pool. It is terrible for children to steal into the pool.

Know the way out.     5     Make sure that they know where all ladders are, and that you teach them to use them for entering and exiting the pool safely. Although your child may be able to lift herself or himself out of the pool using the side, that is not the safest way to go.

A．Don't play around in the pool.

B．Something sad happens every year.

C．Swimming under water is forbidden in the pool.

D．Be sure to show all children the proper way to exit the pool.

E．Slipping into the water seems like the perfect way to deal with the heat.

F．This is to prevent children from entering the pool without your permission.

G．Make sure kids know food should be eaten either before or after swimming.

【推荐1】Plays

●Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3)

These three short plays by Suzan Lori-Parks are the start of an ambitious attempt to retell the story of the American civil war. The focus is on a slave promised his freedom by his master if he joins in the fight against the Union. Steve Toussaint and Jimmy Akingbola head the cast, and Jo Bonney is in charge.

• 15 September to 4 October, Royal Court, London. Box office: 020-7565 5000.

●A Pacifist’s Guide to the War on Cancer

Bryony Kimmings and Brian Lobel consider our attitudes to cancer and the language we employ to deal with it through the stories of five people. This is an all-singing, all-dancing affair with music by Tom Parkinson, wiping off the pink charity ribbons to look at the realities of diagnosis(诊断)and what it means for the wider family.

• 20-24 September, Home, Manchester. Box office: 0161-200 1500.   

●The Nest

Every parent wants the best for their baby. Kurt and Martha are prepared to work hard to ensure theirs has everything he needs, even if that means Kurt taking on extra work. Franz Xaver Kroetz’s extraordinary play about the damage that profit causes to individuals and the environment gets a new translation from Conor McPherson.   

• 15-22 October, Lyric, Belfast. Box office: 028-9038 1081.

●The Red Barn

David Hare’s new play is based on La Main, a psychological thriller by the great Georges Simenon. The story concerns two couples who, on their way back from a party, struggle through the snow. The play is directed by Robert Icke, and the cast is headed by Mark Strong and Hope Davis.

• 6-20 October, Lyttelton, London. Box office: 020-7452 3000.

1. What do we know about Father Comes Home from the Wars?

A．It is set in the USA.

B．It is put on throughout September.

C．It tells of the hardship slaves suffered .

D．It is the first play to describe the cruelty of war.

2. When can you see the play directed by Robert Icke?

A．19 September.

B．3 October.

C．10 October.

D．21October

3. In which play can we feel parents’ love for children?

A．The Nest

B．The Red Barn

C．Father Comes Home from the Wars

D．A Pacifist’s Guide to the War on Cancer

【推荐2】While Chongqing is most famous for its hot pot, chuanchuan, and noodles, there is one more indispensable, delicious food offered to people in Chongqing: the fish．

Huguo Hot-Potted Corydoras

Perhaps Chongqing’s best-loved fish restaurant, Huguo Hot-Potted Corydoras has been going for decades and is a can’t-miss place for most visitors because of its special flavor．When the pot is served, you will be surprised by its look and stunned by its fragrance ． The combination of the great local cuisine and low price makes this a very popular place, particularly in the evening．

Average price per person: 78 RMB

Address: No. 62-1, Shangda Tianwan, Yuzhong District (470m from the Gate 6 of Lianglukou Station) Xiang Yu

Xiang Yu is a Chinese-style restaurant and extremely popular among local people for serving great fish dishes, particularly the signature Steamed Fish Head with Chopped Hot Chili． Since the dish is steamed, the hot chili flavor permeates the flesh．Just use chopsticks to dip a bit of it into the sauce and you’ll find its tenderness and robust taste．

Average price per person: 80 RMB

Address: F4, Block C, Longfor Shidai Paradise, Changjiang 2nd Road Jipinxuan Beidu Fish Village.

Established in Chongqing about 20 years ago, all the fish served here is prepared in one of 3 flavors total: hot-spicy, pickled, and tomato．Or, if you’re up to try it, you can ask the friendly chef to blend these 3 flavors into one dish．One thing of note: the number of appetizers you get for free depends on how many fish you order．

Average price per person: 61 RMB

Address: No. 42, Changjiang 2nd Road, Daping Ran’s Bean Salted Fish Hot-pot.

Serving fish since the 1980’s, and maintaining high quality on all terms, the restaurant’s reputation has grown among the people of Chongqing．Don’t judge this book by its cover, and don’t let the modest decoration scare you off, the food is super delicious! The fish is stir fried in oil, which makes the skin crispy and fresh．The dish is also covered with dripping sauces, providing fragrant aromas and strong, lasting flavors．

Average price per person: 46 RMB

Address: Opposite of Zaoqin Village, Shipingqiao Street, Jiulongpo District (Near Sanxia Paints Company)

1. Huguo Hot-Potted Corydoras is famous for   _____．

A．its good location	B．its special flavor
C．night view	D．friendly staff

2. The feature of Xiang Yu is that   _____．

A．the fish is prepared in three flavors	B．the decoration is quite simple
C．the fish is stir fried in oil	D．the dish is steamed

3. Which restaurant offers the lowest price per person?

A．Xiang Yu．	B．Ran’s Bean Salted Fish Hot-pot．
C．Huguo Hot-Potted Corydoras．	D．Jipinxuan Beidu Fish Village．

4. In which section of a website can you find the passage?

A．Sports．	B．Finance．
C．Travelling．	D．Transportation．

【推荐2】Riding School:

You can start horse-riding at any age. Choose private or group lessons any weekday. There are 10 kilometers of tracks and paths for leisurely rides across farmland and open country. You will need a riding hat.

Opening Hours: Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m. (3:30 p.m. on Saturdays)

Phone:(412)396-6754　Fax:(412)396-6752

Sailing Club:

Our Young Sailor’s Course leads to the Stage 1 Sailing qualification. You will learn how to sail safely and the course also covers sailing theory and first aid. Have fun with other course members afterwards in the clubroom. There are 10 weekly two-hour lessons.

Opening Hours: Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Phone:(412)396-6644　Fax:(412)396-6644

Diving Centre:

Our experienced instructors offer one-month courses in deep-sea diving for beginners. There are two evening lessons a week, in which you learn to breathe underwater and use the equipment safely. You only need swimming costume and a towel. Reduced rates for couples.

Opening Hours: Monday and Friday: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Phone:(412)396-6312　Fax:(412)396-6706

Medical Center:

The staff of the Medical Center aim to provide convenient and comprehensive medical care to students and staff of the university. The center is well equipped and the staff here are trained to deal with a broad range of medical problems. Both female and male doctors as well as nursing staff are available for consultation. Also, all kinds of medicines are sold here and are cheaper for students than other drugstores.

Opening Hours: 24 hours from Monday to Sunday

Phone:(412)396-6649　Fax:(412)396-6648

Water sports Club:

We use a two-kilometer length of river for speedboat racing, and water-skiing. A beginners’ course consists of ten 20-minute lessons. You will learn to handle boats safely and confidently, but must be able to swim. The club is in a convenient central position and is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with lessons all through the day.

Opening Hours: Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Phone:(412)396-6899　Fax:(412)396-6890

1. If you want to swim and enjoy activities which are fast and a bit dangerous, you should join________.

A．Diving Centre	B．Riding School
C．Water sports Club	D．Sailing Club

2. If you want to experience a new activity in the countryside in the mornings, you may fax____.

A．(412)396-6752	B．(412)396-6648
C．(412)396-6890	D．(412)396-6706

3. If you are planning to explore the ocean depths, you should attend your lessons at________.

A．Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

B．24 hours from Monday to Sunday

C．Tuesdays:6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

D．Monday and Friday: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

4. Which is NOT the convenience that the Medical Center provides?

A．Well trained staff members.

B．Nursery for newly-born babies

C．Good equipment.

D．Various less expensive medicines.

【推荐3】In the coming months, we are bringing together artists from all over the globe to enjoy speaking Shakespeare’s plays in their own language. Please come and join us.

National Theatre of China Beijing|Chinese

This great occasion (盛会) will be the National Theatre of China’s first visit to the UK. The company’s productions show the new face of 21^st century Chinese theatre. This production of Shakespeare’s Richard III will be directed by the National’s Associate Director，Wang Xiaoying.

Date & Time: Saturday 28 April, 2:30 pm & Sunday 29 April, 1:30 pm & 6:30 pm

Definitely Theatre London | British Sign Language (BSL)

By translating the rich and humorous text of Love’s Labour’s Lost into the physical language of BSL, Definitely Theatre creates a new interpretation of Shakespeare’s comedy and aims to build a bridge between deaf and hearing worlds by performing to both groups as one audience.

Date & Time: Tuesday 22 May, 2:30 pm & Wednesday 23 May, 7:30 pm

Habima National Theatre Tel Aviv | Hebrew

The Habima is the centre of Hebrew-language theatre worldwide. Founded in Moscow after the 1905 revolution, the company eventually settled in Tel Aviv in the late 1920s. Since 1958, they have been recognized as the national theatre of Israel. This production of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice marks their first visit to the UK.

Date & Time: Monday 28May, 7:30 pm & Tuesday 29 May, 7:30 pm

1. Which play will be performed by the National Theatre of China?

A．Richard III	B．Lover’s Labour’s Lost
C．As You Like It	D．The Merchant of Venice

2. What is special about Definitely Theatre?

A．It has two groups of actors.	B．It is the leading theatre in London.
C．It performs plays in BSL.	D．It is good at producing comedies.

3. When can you see a play in Hebrew?

A．On Saturday 28 April.	B．On Sunday 29 April
C．On Tuesday 22 May.	D．On Tuesday 29 May