【推荐3】The management and staff are happy to welcome you and will do all they can to make your stay an enjoyable one. We hope you will find the following suggestions and information of use to you.

MEAL TIMES

Our overnight charge includes a continental-type breakfast.

Breakfast: 7:30-9:30 a. m.                             Lunch: 12:00-2:00 p. m.

Afternoon tea: 4:00-5:30 p. m.                            Dinner: 7:00-9:15 p. m.

Meals can be served in rooms at a small extra charge. We regret that owing to staff arrangements, meals cannot be served outside these times. In exceptional circumstances please consult one of our receptionists in advance.

Light refreshments, including tea, coffee, biscuits and sandwiches, can be served in rooms between 10:00 a. m. and 11:00 p. m. except during the meal times listed above. Cold drinks are available in the room refrigerator.

ROOM CLEANING

Please hang the appropriate sign on your door handle if you do not wish to be disturbed. It will be easier for the maids if you can leave the room temporarily at any time between 9:30 a. m. and 4:00 p.m.

VALUABLES

We are not responsible for the loss of money, jewellery, or other valuables unless they are kept in the safe and signed for by the manager.

DEPARTURES

Please inform receptionists of your intended leaving before 9:30 a. m. of the day concerned and leave the room by noon to allow for its preparation for incoming guests. If circumstances require, luggage can be left temporarily in the charge of the Hall Porter.

A SPECIAL REQUEST

We would respectfully suggest that in consideration of the comfort of other guests, the volume of radios and televisions should be turned down after 11:00 p. m.

1. Meals can be served _______.

A．outside the room at 3:00 p. m.

B．in the dining-room at 6:00 p. m.

C．in the dining-room from 6:30 a. m. to 9:15 p. m.

D．in rooms at 9:00 p. m.

2. If you do not wish to be disturbed, you should_______.

A．close the door all the time	B．turn off all the light
C．hang a sign on the door handle	D．inform receptionist not to telephone you

3. Where is this notice most likely to be found?

A．At restaurants.	B．In shops.
C．In hotels.	D．In the newspapers.

【推荐2】Find your new favorite West End musicals, from heart­warming adaptations and award­winning scores to extremely funny musicals and must­see London shows.

The Lion King

Enjoy songs such as Circle of Life. The award­winning adaptation of Disney’s The Lion King features music by Elton John, plus outstanding costumes and wonderful special effects. The Lion King delights all ages with rhythms of Africa and touching stories of love and life. Prices from ￡43.05 Call 077­533­0589 for Booking!

The Phantom of the Opera

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s famous musical, The Phantom of the Opera, tells the tale of a shadowy character who attempts to make Christina the leading lady of the Paris Opera. With a fantastic plot and breath­taking scene, this long­running show is one of the must­see musicals in London. Prices from ￡30. 75 Call 077­916­4545 for Booking!

Thriller­Live

See Thriller­Live, a musical in memory of Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5. The show joined London’s West End after three UK tours and popularity across Europe. Celebrate the career of the King of Pop during non­stop hits at this top London theatre show. Prices from ￡32. 72 Call 077­816­3148 for Booking!

School of Rock

Rock out at this award­winning new musical. Based on the 2003 movie, School of Rock follows the story of Dewey Finn and his discovery to transform a class of A­grade students into a real rock group. But will they make it to the Battle of the Bands? Booking until Feb. Prices from ￡18.00 Call 077­317­8315 for Booking!

Matilda The Musical

Be wowed by the Royal Shakespeare Company’s multiaward­winning production of Matilda The Musical. Roald Dahl’s celebrated story bursts into life in this West End musical by Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin. Children and adults alike will be delighted by the little girl with an extraordinary imagination. Prices from ￡24.00 Call 077­517­8367 for Booking!

1. Why is The Phantom of the Opera special?

A．Because of its excellent costumes.

B．Because of its experienced actors.

C．Because of its attractive story.

D．Because of its beautiful songs.

2. Which of the following musicals would most probably catch the eyes of both kids and adults?

A．The Phantom of the Opera.

B．Matilda The Musical.

C．School of Rock.

D．Thriller­Live.

3. What is the main purpose of the passage?

A．To analyze musicals.

B．To criticize musicals.

C．To advertise musicals.

D．To evaluate musicals.

【推荐3】Muzak

The next time you go into a bank, a store, or a supermarket, stop and listen. What do you hear?     1    . It's similar to the music you listen to, but it's not exactly the same. That's because this music was especially designed to relax you, or to give you extra energy. Sometimes you don't even realize the music is playing, but you react to the music anyway.

Quiet background music used to be called "elevator (电梯) music" because we often heard it in elevators. But lately we hear it in more and more places, and it has a new name "Muzak". About one-third of the people in America listen to "Muzak" every day. The music plays for 15 minutes at a time, with short pauses in between. It is always more lively between ten and eleven in the morning, and between three and four in the afternoon, when people are more tired.     2    .

If you listen to Muzak carefully, you will probably recognize the names of many of the songs. Some musicians or songwriters don't want their songs to be used as Muzak, but others are happy when their songs are chosen. Why?     3    .

Music is often played in public places because it is designed to make people feel less lonely when they are in an airport or a hotel. It has been proven that Muzak doeswhat it is designed to do. Tired office workers suddenly have more energy when they hear the pleasant sound of Muzak in the background.     4    . Supermarket shoppers buy 38 percent more groceries.

    5    . They say it's boring to hear the same songs all the time. But other people enjoy hearing Muzak in public places. They say it helps them relax and feel calm. One way or another, Muzak affects everyone. Some farmers even say their cows give more milk when they hear Muzak!

A．Some people don't like Muzak.

B．The music gives them extra energy.

C．Music is playing in the background.

D．Factory workers produce 13 percent more.

E．Muzak tends to help people understand music better.

F．They get as much as $4 million a year if their songs are used.

G．Muzak is played in most of the big supermarkets in the world.

【推荐1】Places of Interest in Wales

Conway: On the north Wales coast, Conway is where you’ll find the world’s smallest house, as well as a much larger “house”，Conway Castle, which was built in the 13th century.

Anglesey: This beautiful island is joined to the rest of north Wales by a road bridge and a railway bridge, and it’s just a short drive from Conway. Here you can visit the village of Llanfair Pwllgwyngyll which has the strangest name in Europe. Don’t miss the station. The sign runs the complete length of the platform! Also on Anglesey is Beaumaris Castle, which was started in the 13th century and to this day remains unfinished.

Sonwdonia: Just a couple of hours’ drive from Beaumaris is the Snowdonia mountain range, which takes its name from the highest mountain in Wales, Mount Snowdon. From there, visit the famous Swallow Falls at nearby Betws­y­Coed.

Portmeirion: In 1925 Clough Williams­Ellis bought an attractive piece of Welsh land for less than ￡5,000. He then set out to show the world how a naturally beautiful castle could be built without being damaged and spent the next 50 years building the town of Portmeirion with a style of Italy.

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1. What do we know about Anglesey?

A．It is far from Conway.

B．It can be reached by train.

C．It lies in the south of Wales.

D．It has the smallest house in the world.

2. Where can visitors go if they want to see the Italian­style building?

A．Conway.

B．Anglesey.

C．Sonwdonia.

D．Portmeirion.

3. What can visitors get from the brochures?

A．Introduction of the climate in Wales.

B．Characteristics of buildings in Wales.

C．Information about adventure activities.

D．Detailed information about people in Wales.

【推荐2】

Kuringai Chase National Park Guided Walks and Nature Activities

SUNDAY        MAY 7                    EASY Early Morning Stroll in Upper Lane Cove Valley Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the end of Day RD, Cheltenham, while the bush is alive with birdsong. Round trip: 4 hours FRIDAY          MAY 12               MEDIUM Possum prowl Meet 7:30 p.m. at Seaforth Oval carpark. Enjoy the peace of the bush at night. Lovely water views. Bring torch and wear non-slip shoes as some rock climbing involved. Coffee and biscuits supplied. Duration: 2 hours SUNDAY        JUNE 4                    HARD Baime Basin Track Meet 9:30 a.m. Track#8, West Head Road, Magnificent Pittwater views. Visit Beechwood cottage. Bring lunch and drink. Some steep sections. Reasonable fitness required.

FRIDAY       JUNE 6                         EASY Poetry around a campfire Meet 7:00 p.m. Kalkaari Visitor Center. Share your favourite poem or one of your own with a group around a gently cracking fire. Drinks and food to follow. Bring a cup and a blanket (or a chair). Cost: $4.00 per person. Duration: 2.5 hours SUNDAY       JUNE 25                      EASY Morning Walk at Mitchell Park Meet 8:30 a.m. entrance to Mitchell Park, Mitchell Park Rd. Cattai for a pleasant walk wandering through rainforest, river flats and dry forest to swampland（沼泽地）. Binoculars（双筒望远镜）a must to bring as many birds live here. Finish with morning tea. Duration: 3 hours --------------------------------------------------------- GRADING EASY          suitable for ALL fitness levels MEDIUM   for those who PERIODICALLY exercise HARD        only if you REGULARLY exercise

1. If you seldom exercise, prefer nature to literature and are used to getting up early, you’re most likely to join __________.

A．Early Morning Stroll in Upper Lane Cove Valley

B．Baime Basin Track

C．Poetry around a campfire

D．Morning Walk at Mitchell Park

2. If you want to enjoy the peace of the bush at night, you are required to __________.

A．meet at 7:30 p.m. June 6	B．bring slippers with you
C．prepare a torch	D．climb rocks for two hours

3. In the activity “Morning Walk at Mitchell Park”, one may have no chance to ___________.

A．appreciate bird watching	B．enjoy mountain climbing
C．take a relaxing walk	D．have morning tea

【推荐3】Amphibians (两栖动物) act as an important indicator species for healthy environments and are a vital part of the food chain, making up the diet of many other species. However, amphibian species are disappearing at an alarming rate across the globe due to habitat loss, pollution, and disease. Become a citizen scientist with FrogWatch USA, and help save our frogs!

Training instruction:

FrogWatch training covers the importance of amphibians in the environment. The instruction focuses on how to:

1. monitor our local frog population to protect the species;

2. determine factors in choosing a site to monitor frogs;

3. recognize frog species by their calls;

4. report findings to FrogWatch USA.

After passing a test on identifying frog calls at the end of the training, certified volunteers then commit themselves to monitoring a local amphibian habitat (such as a pond or lake) approximately once a week for about 15 minutes, and submitting data to FrogWatch USA. Data will be added to the national FrogWatch USA database. In 2020, Rhode Island FrogWatch citizen scientists followed 80 sites almost 900 times! In those almost 900 observations, FrogWatchers heard more than 1,220 frog choruses.

Please note: FrogWatch training will cover a large amount of information and agreements. While watching frogs is a great after-dark family activity for all ages, the training is designed for interested older children and adults.

Date: Saturday, June 4, 1:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.

Price: $10 per household (including up to 2 adults and 2 children over the age of 8)

Questions: Contact programs@rwpzoo.org or call (401)785-3510 ext. 358.

1. How can you tell frog species apart according to the text?

A．By their colors.	B．By their shapes.
C．By their voices.	D．By their sizes.

2. What will volunteers do at FrogWatch USA?

A．Collect data about frogs.	B．Set up a database for frogs.
C．Take a test on frog knowledge.	D．Guard frog habitats once a week.

3. What should be noted for the FrogWatch training?

A．Frogs need to be watched by a family.

B．It is dangerous to watch frogs at night.

C．People have to take notes of frog information.

D．Preschool children aren’t suitable for the training.