The Niagara Falls consist of three sections.The large Canadian falls—with their distinctive curved shape—are also known as the Horseshoe Falls.They are separated by Goat Island from the American Falls，which are separated from the narrow Bridal Veil Falls by a small island at their south end.Each side of the falls offers a different perspective，and it is always best to visit both sides to maximize your experience.
Views of Niagara Falls are free and accessible.Access to the riverside walks and parks offer great views.You can walk across to Goat Island on the bridge on foot.
Cave of the Winds，＋1 7162781730.Daily 9 AM－7：30 PM from Spring 2016.A lift takes you 175 feet down to a walkway that leads you right to the bottom of the Bridal Veil Falls.You will definitely get a feel for the true power of the falls! This is the closest you can get to the falls on either side without actually leaping into them! Raincoats and slippers are provided，and you will definitely need them.Adults：
12；6－12 years old： 8；younger children：Free，but must be 42 inches or taller.
Maid of the Mist.A boat ride，taking you down around the bottom of the falls.Some information is given about the falls，but the real experience is looking up at the falls from below and feeling the mist coming off the falls(hence the name)．Wear a raincoat to avoid getting wet.Boats leave from both the American and Canadian sides，so you may want to check the exchange rates to see which will be more costeffective when you visit! April－October.
The Niagara Gorge Discovery Center.Although it’s easy to enjoy the falls visually，the Discovery Center provides another way to appreciate the magnificence of the falls.Exhibits show the history of the entire area，including the falls，how they were originally formed，and how they’ve changed over time.
Aquarium of Niagara,701 Whirlpool St，tollfree：＋1 8005004609.9AM－5PM.The aquarium at Niagara Falls： 10.
Niagara Scenic Trolley.Use this to get around the park more quickly if needed. 2 adults/ 1 children for the entire day.Hop on and off.
You can combine all these attractions with a Niagara USA Discovery pass for 35，which you can purchase at the attractions.
Must stay a night and see the night view of the Niagara Falls.It is equally beautiful.
During the winter season，a lot of repair work of the falls，tours，and surroundings takes place.Many areas，such as Terrapin Point and Luna Island，are closed due to slippery conditions.Winter brings a different kind of beauty to the falls and a visit during that time is certainly worthwhile，but if you want to experience the full range，plan to come in the warmer months.
1. How much do the Browns(Mr.Brown，Mrs.Brown，an 8yearold，a 4yearold) need to pay to visit Cave of the Winds?| A． 12. | B． 24. |
| C． 32. | D． 35. |
| A．Tourists in Niagara Falls can enjoy the full range of scenery in winter. |
| B．Tourists in Niagara Gorge Discovery Center can have a feel of history. |
| C．Tourists are provided with boat rides from both the American and Canadian sides all year round. |
| D．The Niagara Falls have three sections：the large Canadian falls，the Horseshoe Falls and the American Falls. |
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【推荐1】France has the most beautiful castles throughout Europe. Here are some of the best French castles to visit. You’ll surely want to visit one of them during your travels in France. Have a look and enjoy!
Chateau de Versailles
The Chateau de Versailles is about 20kms southwest of Paris. When the castle was built, Versailles was a small village. Today, however, it is a famous area in Paris. The castle was built as a small hunting lodge (乡间小屋) for Louis XIII in the 1620s. Years later, he made it bigger. Later, louis XIV also made it larger, making it one of the largest palaces of the world.
Chateau de Chambord
The Chateau de Chambord is one of the largest castles around the world. It sits in the Loire Valley. Being at the heart of Europe’s largest enclosed wooded park, Chambord, it was built for King Francis I to serve as a hunting lodge. It is one of the world’s most well-known castles in the world because of its French Renaissance (文艺复兴) building.
Chateau de Chenonceau
As one of the most famous castles in the Loire Valley, the castle was built during the 11th century on the River Cher. It was passed through many bands. The castle was not destroyed during the French Revolution because it was the only bridge across the river for many miles.
Chateau de Chantilly
This historic castle sits in the town of Chantilly, France. This beautiful castle is made up of two buildings: the Petit Chateau built around 1560 for Anne de Montmorency, and the Grand Chateau which was destroyed during the French Revolution and rebuilt in the 1870s. There are many interesting pieces of 17th century history about the castle. Every two years a fireworks competition is held in the castle gardens.
1. What makes the Chateau de Chambord special?| A．Its long history. | B．Its wealthy owner. |
| C．Its building style. | D．Its fireworks competition. |
| A．It was far from Paris. | B．It played a very important role. |
| C．It hid in the Loire Valley. | D．It was built by a famous French king. |
| A．The Chateau de Chantilly. | B．The Chateau de Chenonceau. |
| C．The Chateau de Chambord. | D．The Chateau de Versailles. |
【推荐2】This year the annual reading challenge has been upgraded to the Reading Rush. The core idea is to read 7 books in seven days while hitting other specified challenges, and it has a website where you can track your reading: www. thereadingrush.com.
The Reading Rush takes place from July 22nd through the 28th. For more details, check out the site.
This will be my 5th year in this challenge, and I've even managed to pull in a few friends and family members to join me. Here's my current TBR:
1. A book with purple on the cover.
Sal & Gabi Break the Universe by Carlos Hernandez
2. A book in the same spot the whole time
Of Thee I Sing: A letter to my daughters by Barack Obama
3. A book you meant to read last year.
57 Secrets for Organizing Your Small Business by Julie Bestry, CPO®
4. An author's first book.
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
5. A book with a non-human main character.
Animal Farm by George Orwell
6. A book with over five words in the title
Sooner or Later Everything Falls into the Sea by Sarah Pinsker
7. Read and watch a book to movie adaptation
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins（Audiobook）
If you try to read seven books in seven days, you are guaranteed to read more than you would have otherwise, which is a success in its own right. If you've never tried the Reading Rush before, this could be the year you start!
1. What's the Reading Rush?| A．An annual book fair. | B．A website to track reading |
| C．An introduction on books. | D．A challenging reading. |
| A．To Kill a Mockingbird | B．The Hunger Games |
| C．Sal & Gabi Break the Universe | D．Of Thee I Sing: A letter to my daughters |
| A．A new way to explore one's life | B．Seizing every minute to do one's reading |
| C．No consequences to failure but advantages. | D．Something relaxing to do with family members |
【推荐3】Most of us fall back on the classics when it comes time to buy Mother’s Day gifts: flowers, fancy tea or a card. But if you really want to show off this year, you might want to dig a little deeper. That’s why we created this helpful list of Mother’s Day gifts for every kind of mom.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $20 (now 15% off)
If she’s been hitting the trail without one, Mom will surely appreciate having a LifeStraw in her bag, especially on longer treks. The lightweight filters waterborne bacteria, parasites, dirt, and other impurities from any water source, making it a necessity for outdoor adventures.
Organic Dandy Blend Instant Herbal Beverage $13
This herbal dandelion-root mixture, which counts barley (大麦) among its handful of natural ingredients, helped Strategist senior writer Liza Corsillo cut coffee out of her diet completely. “The texture and taste are surprisingly similar to coffee, but without the acidity or bitterness that would often mess with my stomach,” she says.
Alessi Apostrophe Orange Peeler $40 (now 20% off)
“Every so often, a gadget enters your life and leaves you wondering how you managed beforehand,” says Strategist contributor Fanny Singer of this Italian orange peeler. “This teardrop-shaped gadget is designed to make it really easy to poke and then slice an orange to separate the peel from the fruit. It’s a pleasant surprise every time I use it.”
WuFuYuan Tapioca Pearls, Black Sugar Flavor $5
According to one Strategist staffer who has been drinking bubble tea since she was in elementary school, these tapioca pearls are the best for making bubble tea at home. “The pearls by themselves aren’t sweet, but you can soak them in a brown-sugar mixture or simple syrup to get the desired sweetness,” she explains. “Or, if you’re feeling lazy, just add sugar to your milk tea and your taste buds will be none the wiser.”
1. What makes the LifeStraw Personal Water Filter a must for outdoor adventures?| A．Its low cost. | B．Its elegant design. |
| C．Its popularity. | D．Its ability to purify water. |
| A．$20. | B．$17. | C．$32. | D．$13. |
| A．The mom who plans hiking trips. | B．The mom who calls her cat her baby. |
| C．The mom who likes her tea with bubbles. | D．The mom who prefers the taste of coffee. |
| Paris is a popular tourist attraction. Which has much more to offer than just the well-known Louvre and the Eiffel Tower. Let’s experience this amazing city through some of its wonderful places and activities. |
| River Boats Tour the heart of Paris by boat along the Seine River(塞纳河)! Boats offer eight must-see tourist stops along the boat tour path. The cost is 13 euros for a whole day of river boating with stops for tourists to walk through the Parisian sites. Boats come every 15 minutes. It is wonderful to drink in the unique atmosphere of Paris while boating along the Seine River. |
| Children’s Science Museum If you are traveling to Paris with kids, this museum is a perfect place to visit. The museum has many exhibitions for children. The cost is low at only 8 euros per adult and 4.5 euros per child. |
| Medieval tavern(酒馆) In Paris, tourists can enjoy the night at Medieval Tavern from 8pm every Thursday till 2 am. This tavern invites visitors to experience life in the old days. Everyone is dressed in old costumes(服装). The menu includes items that were enjoyed in the old days. The entire experience can be enjoyed for only 15 euros per person. |
| Luxembourg Garden This garden is the second largest public park in Paris. Whether you are interested in walking through the flowers and statues or a pleasant ride on the old carousel(旋转木马), this garden is ideal. Children like its theater and plays while adults enjoy the free musical performances. |
| A．16euros | B．17 euros | C．25 euros | D．20.5 euros |
| A．can enjoy popular French food |
| B．can watch performances while eating and drinking |
| C．can experience life in the old days at night |
| D．will have the chance to put on old costumes to perform |
| A．history | B．travel |
| C．technology | D．entertainment |
【推荐2】Travel Peru
Amazon Rainforest Tour
A short flight from Cusco takes you from the Andes into the Amazon rainforest. From there, you’ll spend one day travelling by boat to your accommodation in the middle of the forest. You can then spend three days exploring the rainforest with a local guide and enjoying the plants and animals unique to the rainforest.
Machu Picchu Tour
This four-day walking tour will take you on amazing paths through the Andes Mountains on the way to the city of Machu Picchu. After reaching your destination, you will have a day to explore and be amazed by this ancient city. Especially amazing is the Incas’ dry stone method of building. Inca builders cut stones to exact sizes so that nothing was needed to hold walls together other than the perfect fit of the stones.
Cusco Tour
Spend four days enjoying the unique Spanish and local Indian culture high in the Andes at Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire from the 13th until the 16th century. Stay in a local hotel, visit the museums, admire the architecture, enjoy the excellent local food, and go shopping at the local markets.
Lake Titicaca Tour
Enjoy the beautiful countryside as you spend a day driving along the new highway connecting Cusco to Lake Titicaca. There, a boat will take you to stay with a local Uros family on an island for three days. Both the island and the Uros homes are made of water plants from the lake.
1. If you are a wildlife addict, which tour is your best choice?| A．Cusco Tour. |
| B．Lake Titicaca Tour. |
| C．Machu Picchu Tour. |
| D．Amazon Rainforest Tour. |
| A．The ancient city. |
| B．The plants and animals. |
| C．The dry stone method of building. |
| D．The paths through the Andes Mountains. |
| A．Visitors can live in hotels. |
| B．Visitors can experience local life. |
| C．Visitors can enjoy the beautiful countryside. |
| D．Visitors can go shopping at the local markets. |
【推荐3】Books to Read in Your 20s
The Kite Runner
By Khaled Hosseini
As a Middle Eastern and North African Studies student, I have a great interest in books about what takes place in this area. I first read this book in high school and really enjoyed it because of its accurate language. If any of you is interested in reading this book and hasn’t yet, I highly recommend it.
Firefly Lane
By Kristin Hannah
This is my favorite book. It is a story about friendship, love and life lessons. The story covers the lives of two best friends, Tully and Kate, from childhood to adulthood. I learned so much about friendship and life. So, read Firefly Lane! You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and then you’ll share this book to your best friend.
Half the Sky
By Nicholas D. Kristof
For any person of any age, Half the Sky is a must-read. It describes the struggle of women and the most pressing human rights problems of our time: the common oppression of women and girls.
The Little Prince
By Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
This children’s book is simple. It might seem like a wrong book to recommend to someone in their twenties but perhaps that’s what makes it a good choice. It sings praises to exploration and shows the importance of making friends.
1. What can you learn from Firefly Lane?| A．It’s written by Tully and Kate. | B．It’s about friendship, love and life lessons. |
| C．It’s a simple book for children. | D．It’s a book written for any person of any age. |
| A．The Kite Runner. | B．Firefly Lane. |
| C．Half the Sky. | D．The Little Prince. |
| A．The Kite Runner & Firefly Lane. | B．Firefly Lane & Half the Sky. |
| C．Half the Sky & The Little Prince. | D．Firefly Lane & The Little Prince. |
【推荐1】On the top of millions of homes and offices, affordable and efficient solar panels provide further smaller-scale- electricity during daylight hours. People drive zero-emission (排放) cars that were developed like Audi and BMW which run on hydrogen fuel—created using solar energy which turns waste water into hydrogen and oxygen. Solar energy is potential power in the continuous sunlight of space.
The idea of solar power and its potential to be Earth’s giant power source has roots way back before the threat of climate change and using up petrol. The first idea of solar energy was developed back in 1883, when writer Isaac Asimov published a 1941 story, describing a space station beaming down vast amounts of solar energy using microwave beams. US scientist Peter Glaser drew up plans in 1968 to make Asimov’s dreams a reality, only to be stopped by the technological limitations of the time.
But technologies for a solar-powered world are here today, quieting critics who claim global solar power will never overcome issues over long-distance transmission from sunny to less sunny areas, or find storage solutions to allow it to carry on making power when it gets dark.
China, for instance, is already building high-voltage power lines to spread output across the country from quickly developing solar power facilities. The first three months of 2015, alone, saw the Asian giant add 5 gigawatts (千兆瓦) of solar capacity to the entire solar supply of major European nation like France.
Storage solutions already being used worldwide have successfully proved the working of two methods. One uses solar energy to create melt salts, whose heat-keeping qualities allow them to provide the power to drive electricity turbines (涡轮机) through the night. Other solar plants, meanwhile, are using the sun’s rays to compress gas that is then released after dark to drive those turbines.
1. Why are developed Audi and BMW called zero-emission cars?| A．They run on the energy made from electricity. |
| B．They can be powered by using gases and winds. |
| C．They can be driven by the energy from solar panels. |
| D．They use hydrogen fuel made from waste water by solar energy. |
| A．Solar energy’s high cost. | B．Technological limitations. |
| C．Lack of experience on solar power. | D．Other scientists’ disagreement. |
| A．It is only used in sunny areas. | B．It is hardly used in less sunny areas. |
| C．It can be transmitted long distance. | D．It can never be made in dark conditions. |
| A．Solar Energy Is Widely Used | B．How To Store Solar Energy |
| C．Solar Energy—a Potential Power | D．Technologies Limit Solar Energy |
【推荐2】Thanks to this new hands-free suitcase, carrying around heavy luggage may soon become a thing of the past. Designed by an Israeli company NUA Robotics, this “smart” suitcase will follow you everywhere you go.
The carry-on suitcase, currently a prototype, connects to a smart phone app via Bluetooth. It has a built-in camera sensor that can “see” you and follow you around on flat surfaces like airport floors. It comes with an anti-theft alarm to prevent someone carrying it away when you’re not looking and it has a backup battery that you can use to charge all your devices.
“It can follow and carry things for people around while communicating with their smart phone, and avoiding obstacles,” explained Alex Libman, founder of NUA Robotics. “We’re combining sensor network, computer vision, and robotics. So if you download our app, press the follow-me button, the luggage recognizes the specific user and knows to follow and communicate.”
NUA is still testing the device and trying to improve features like speed and customization, but they hope to make the suitcase available to customers in a year’s time. If it proves successful, they want to use the Bluetooth pairing technology to automate lots of other devices, like shopping carts at the supermarket. These devices are especially meant to be useful to the physically disabled and elderly. “Any object can be smart and robotic,” Libman said, “We want to bring robots into everyday life.”
The Israeli tech company made it clear that the finished product will look just like a regular suitcase. They’re planning to partner with a carry-on luggage maker, since the device that makes it “smart” weighs just 2.5 pounds and can be fitted on old-fashion luggage.
With NUA’s smart suitcase, carrying round heavy luggage isn’t a burden. But how their invention will handle tough obstacles like stairs? It will be interesting to wait.
1. According to the passage, the “smart” suitcase _______.| A．can go everywhere | B．is on sale now |
| C．can make our hands free during traveling | D．was designed by Alex Libman |
| A．It is an Israeli tech company producing mobile phones. |
| B．It has improved the features of the device. |
| C．It will make the suitcase available to customers in a month. |
| D．It wants to bring more smart and robotic devices into everyday life. |
| A．A text-book. | B．A website. | C．A biography. | D．A poster. |
【推荐3】Scientists say they have developed a system that uses machine learning to predict when and where lightning will strike. Researchers report the system is able to predict lightning strikes up to 30 minutes before they happen within a 30-kilometer area.
Lightning is a strong burst of electricity in the atmosphere. Since it carries an extremely powerful electrical charge, it can be destructive and deadly. European researchers have estimated that between 6,000 and 24,000 people are killed by lightning worldwide each year. For this reason, climate scientists have long sought to develop methods to predict lightning.
The system tested in the experiments uses a combination of data from weather stations and machine learning methods. The researchers developed a prediction model that was trained to recognize weather conditions that were likely to cause lightning.
The model was created with data collected over a 12-year period from 12 Swiss weather stations in cities and mountain areas. The data, related to four main surface conditions: air pressure, air temperature, relative humidity and wind speed, was placed into a unique machine learning algorithm (算法), which compared it to records of lightning strikes. Researchers say the algorithm was then able to learn the conditions under which lightning happens.
The researchers test-ran the system several times. They found that the system made predictions that proved correct almost 80 percent of the time. “It can now be used anywhere,” the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology said in a statement.
The researchers plan to keep developing the technology in partnership with a European effort that aims to create a lightning protection program. The effort is called the European Laser Lightning Rod project. Scientists working on the project are experimenting with a laser technology that could someday control lightning activity, transferring lightning charges from clouds to the ground. They hope that such technology can one day be used as protection against lightning strikes. Possible uses could be at stations, airports or places where large crowds gather.
1. Why was the system developed?| A．To meet kids’ curiosity about lightning. |
| B．To show the power of lightning. |
| C．To keep track of lightning deaths. |
| D．To protect people from lightning. |
| A．It was based on a number of samples worldwide. |
| B．It adopted a different machine learning algorithm. |
| C．It used an effective method of collecting data. |
| D．It required low cost of predicting lightning. |
| A．Monitor lightning activity. | B．Prevent the occurrence of lightning. |
| C．Direct energy from lightning. | D．Generate electricity with lightning. |
| A．A System of Controlling Lightning | B．A Method of Forecasting Lightning |
| C．A Theory of Employing Lightning | D．A Model of Creating Lightning |
【推荐1】English club
＊English training in four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
＊4-month (800 yuan), 6-month (1, 400 yuan) and one year (2, 500 yuan) courses.
＊Choice of morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day, Mon.— Fri.
＊All native teachers from Canada and Australia.
＊Tel: 8872806
＊Add: 306 Xinhua Road
Body-building Club
＊All facilities(设备) supplied.
＊On the top floor of Sunny Hotel.
＊Every evening from 6:00 to 9:00, Mon. — Sun.
＊Drinks and fruits ready for you during breaks.
＊Tel: 6353188
＊Add: 369 Zhuanghan Road
Piano Club
＊One-to-one training on Sat. & Sun. From 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (150 yuan per hour)
＊Experienced teachers.
＊Pianos supplied (提供) for free.
＊Convenient transportation.
＊Tel: 8756038
＊Add: 808 Park Road
1. In English training class you will have ______ teachers.| A．Canadian | B．French | C．Chinese | D．Italian |
| A．150 yuan | B．300 yuan | C．450 yuan | D．800 yuan |
| A．dial 6353188 | B．have classes either in the morning or in the evening |
| C．go to 808 Park Road | D．have classes only in the evening |
【推荐2】In today’s fast-paced digital world,teens have less chance to have face-to-face connections and conversations with others.When presented with an unfamiliar social situation,they may feel uncomfortable,and therefore they may choose to avoid socializing.
Our two-day workshop will give them a good foundation of etiquette and manners as well as help prepare your teen for many new social and business situations they will face as young adults.It will provide them with the self-confidence,enthusiasm,and motivation,which are essential as they move into the next period of their lives.
The following topics will be covered in the two-day workshop:
Day One,1:00-4:00 PM:
Proper Introductions Handshakes &Eye Contact
The Art of Small Talk Leadership Qualities
How to Make a Positive First Impression Be the Perfect Guest
Invitations&Thank-You Notes
Day Two,1:00-4:00 PM:
Table Skills&Dining Manners Informal/Formal Place Setting
Interviewing Tips For College&Job Interviews Dressing the Part
Be a Good Listener
Interview Follow Up Calls&Thank-You Notes Grooming(打扮)&Skin Care
Graduation Celebration
*Class size is limited to fourteen students,so early application is encouraged.
Note:Class is a two-day workshop.
Date:Sep.28&29th 2019
Time:1:00 pm-4:00pm
Price:$285.00/teen
Registration closes at 11:59 pm,Sep.21,2019
If you are interested in joining the two-day workshop,please fill out our Application Form online so we may provide you with the further service.Please take advantage of our special application credit.
*Invite a friend to apply for the workshop and you can receive a$10.00 credit toward your course fee.
1. What’s the major goal of the two-day workshop?| A．To help participants know themselves. |
| B．To provide face-to-face business meetings. |
| C．To give lessons on future job interview preparations. |
| D．To help participants learn some skills about social life. |
| A．Get through college interviews. | B．Make friends with small talks. |
| C．Behave properly at the table. | D．Listen to others politely. |
| A．$295.00 | B．$285.00 | C．$275.00 | D．$265.00 |
【推荐3】Researchers have found that men and women consumed 15% more calories when looking at their phones while eating. They also eat more fatty food. The groundbreaking（开创性的）study suggests that staring at a phone screen may distract（使分心）dinners from how much food they are actually eating. "It may prevent the correct understanding of the brain over the amount of food ingested（摄取）," said researchers who filmed 62 volunteers eating alone.
The men and women, aged 18 to 28, were invited to help themselves to a choice of food—ranging from healthy options to soft drinks and chocolate—until they were satisfied. In three trials, the volunteers were recorded eating no distractions, using a smart phone or reading a magazine.
On average the volunteers ate 535 calories without the distraction of a smart phone but 591 when using a mobile. Those in the sample who were classed as overweight ate 616 calories while using their phones. When using their mobiles, the volunteers also consumed 10 percent more. They also eat more when reading a magazine.
"Smart phone use during a meal increased calorie and fat intake," said Marcia Gilberto, a lead author of study carried out at the federal University of Lavras in Brazil and University Medical Center Utrecht in the Netherlands. He added: "Tablets and smart phones have become the main "distracters" during meals, even early in childhood, so it is important to pay attention to how this may impact food choices."
1. Why people would eat more when looking at the phone while eating?| A．Looking at the phone makes people at ease. |
| B．Staring at the phone may distract diners from the amount of food ingested. |
| C．Food becomes more delicious when the diners look at the phone. |
| D．Staring at the phone improves the eaters' appetite（食欲）for food. |
| A．About 560. | B．About 591. | C．About 616. | D．About 535. |
| A．Staring at a phone screen may distract people's attention. |
| B．To call on people to put their smart phone down while eating. |
| C．Using a smart phone at mealtimes can lead to consumed more calories. |
| D．Reducing calories is very important for people's health. |
| A．what should people do to keep fit. |
| B．why do people get overweight when eating with smart phones. |
| C．how should people keep weight when eating. |
| D．how does smart phones during dinner influence food choices in childhood. |
