March, April and May are months full of festivals and events all over the world. Here are some wonderful festivals around the world that happen in spring.
SongKran--Thailand
Dates: 13th-15th, April
In Thailand, it’s time to celebrate the coming monsoon season, which will bring the rain many people have been looking forward to. They celebrate it with a festival called Songkran，when people head out to the streets with water guns to spray(喷，洒）everyone who walks past. If you walk on the streets where the festival is celebrated, prepare to get soaked!
Naghol--Vanuatu
Dates: Every Saturday from April to May
Every year, villagers come together to celebrate the harvest of yams, an important part in the people’s diet in Vanuatu. The festival is most famous for its “land diving ceremony”. During the ceremony men and boys dive to the ground from high wooden towers with only two thin vines(藤条) attached to their ankles(脚踝). The divers’ heads have to lightly touch the ground when they jump---something very dangerous if the vines are not measured properly.
Cherry Blossom Viewing ---Japan
Dates: The cherry blossom season is different from year to year depending on the weather forecast.
The cherry blossom season has huge importance to the people of Japan, who celebrate the days when the flowers finally blossom. Only a few days later, the petals(花瓣）fall to the ground, like pink snowflakes. This is one of the most beautiful things to see. In Japan, almost everyone has picnics in the parks to view the flowers.
1. What does the underlined word “soaked” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?| A．tired | B．interested | C．wet | D．crazy |
| A．the divers may injure their heads if the vines aren’t measured properly |
| B．the divers’ ankles may get injured if the vines are tied too tightly |
| C．the divers may fall onto the ground if the thin vines break |
| D．the divers may bump into(撞在…上)the wooden tower on the way down |
| A．people usually stay at home for celebration during the cherry blossom season |
| B．the time for the Cherry Blossom Celebration in Japan can be different yearly |
| C．the Cherry Blossom Celebration usually lasts a long time in Japan |
| D．the Cherry Blossom Celebration is the most important festival in Japan |
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【推荐1】Books to improve your well-being
Learn to be yourself with these four books about staying happy and healthy.
You Can Do It by Marcus Rashford with Carl Anka
(Macmillan Children’s)
Following the bestselling You Are a Champion, footballer and activist Marcus Rashford is back with another positive and energizing read. Find the power in your voice, be kind to yourself and others, champion difference and become a great team player. This inspiring book will give you lots of ideas.
Happy from Head to Toe by Fearne Cotton
(Puffin Books)
From the tips of your toes to the top of your head, discover the many ways in which your mind and body are connected. Including interviews with experts like Tom Daley and Joe Wicks, this book is packed with tips to help you understand your body.
A Better Day by Dr Alex George
(Wren &Rook)
Learn about mental health and how you can take care of your mind as well as your body with this empowering and hopeful guide from youth mental health ambassador Dr Alex George. A positive and practical tool kit for young people, it’s full of useful tools and techniques.
Art for the Heart by Xavier Leopold
(Welbeck Kids)
Art can be a great way to find calmness and confidence, explore your feelings and improve your well-being. This interesting art journal encourages you to put your thoughts and dreams on paper, to help express your emotions and brighten your day.
1. What do we know about You Are a Champion?| A．It is a book written by Carl Anka. | B．It’s a book only for football players. |
| C．It’s a bestselling book by Rashford. | D．It’s a book to inspire interest in reading. |
| A．A Better Day. | B．You Can Do It. |
| C．Art for the Heart. | D．Happy from Head to Toe. |
| A．They’re all recommended by famous experts. |
| B．They’re all about the importance of well-being. |
| C．They offer some ways to find joy every day. |
| D．They’re all books helping to improve your well-being. |
【推荐2】Whether you’ re a fearless adventurer seeking a scenic climb or a beginner outdoorsman eager to be close to nature, these four camping destinations will change your life.
Laugavegur, Iceland
Before snow falls upon the changeable rhyolite (流纹岩) mountains, book a cottage or a tent in the camp city as wild camping is not permitted here. Professionals advise hiking from north to south, which takes you across lava fields, wildflower-spotted grasslands, and to the twin glaciers (冰川) Eyjafjallaj kull and Mydralsj kull. Along the way, the mountains covered with various colors will appeal to you.
High Atlas Mountains, Morocco
Morocco’s most typical range is a bucket-list camping destination for daring travelers. Pass through remote Berber villages and walk a long way from hot desert to snow-capped peaks. You can follow ancient animal paths, though guides in this area are highly suggested. Many will employ the use of a camel to help with the load.
Tierra del Fuego, Chile
Tierra del Fuego is an explorer’s dream. Take a cross-border journey from Argentina to Chile through Radman and set up camp along one of the glacial lakes Blanco or Ofhidro. Animals like beavers are common in this area, and so are condors (秃鹰). Bed down in the grasslands beneath Jebel M’ goun, an extremely quiet peak.
Main Range, Kosciuszko National Park, Australia
Whether you fill your days with passing over the country’ s highest mountains, watching snowfalls or fishing in the glacial lakes, make sure to spend an evening appreciating the starry sky, which is certain to inspire awe (敬畏) in anyone witnessing this sight.
1. What is necessary to camp in Laugavegur according to the text?| A．Protection for grasslands. | B．Permission for campsites. |
| C．Reservation for accommodation. | D．Recommendation from professionals. |
| A．Leisure seekers. | B．Camping amateurs. |
| C．Wildlife researchers. | D．Adventure enthusiasts. |
| A．Catching fish. | B．Admiring stars. |
| C．Climbing mountains. | D．Appreciating glaciers. |
【推荐3】Part-Time Jobs That Actually Pay Well
A job that requires 40 hours per week doesn’t work for everyone. Today, more people are choosing part-time work for different reasons. Some feel, burned out with a traditional work schedule. Others are taking care of children or other loved ones. Some simply can’t find the right full-time job.
Ahead, get to know some part-time jobs that pay well and are ready for you now.
1. Exercise Trainer
Hourly rate: $19.57
Exercise Trainers work with individuals or groups to develop their strength, fitness, and related skills. They can work with different ages and teach classes of all levels at gyms (健身房), camps, community centers, and other places.
2. Speech Doctor
Hourly rate: $38.01
Speech doctors help both children and adults with communication problems. Some speech doctors work in schools. Others work in hospitals, assisted living centers, etc. On the bright side, the number of speech doctor roles is expected to grow 21% until 2031.
3. Software Developer
Hourly rate: $52.41
Unlike programmers, software developers focus more on creative ideas and problem-solving skills. And BLS projects developer jobs will grow 25% through 2031. A developer can work from far away and part time.
4. Mental Health Adviser
Hourly rate: $23.33
Mental health advisers help treat people with behavioral disorders, or mental health conditions, such as anxiety. They can work in many different settings. The number of mental health advisers is expected to grow 22% through 2031, according to BLS.
1. Why are more people choosing part-time jobs?| A．They dislike full-time jobs. | B．They make enough money. |
| C．They hate traditional work. | D．They care for their loved ones. |
| A．Exercise Trainer. | B．Speech Doctor. |
| C．Software Developer. | D．Mental Health Adviser. |
| A．They can develop programs. | B．They can choose to telework. |
| C．They can solve many problems. | D．They can improve mental health. |
【推荐1】Where to Eat on Christmas Day in London?
Bob Bob Ricard
The best choice for smaller child-free parties—or pairs—that think of Christmas as an excuse to enjoy distinctly adult treats, let’s say: caviar, oysters, steak, followed by cheese and fries, all washed down with wine (ordered by pressing a button, obviously).
Location: 1 Upper James St, Soho, London W1F 9DF, UK
Contact: 020 3145 1000
Min Jiang Restaurant
If a typical modern Chinese banquet (宴会) is required to refresh the family’s Christmas spirit, book a table atop the Royal Garden Hotel and look out over Hyde Park while sharing a feast that includes traditional Chinese dishes. Since it’s Christmas, it’s probably worth going all out by pre ordering a whole or hall Beijing (Peking) duck, too.
Location: 2-24 Kensington High St, Kensington, London W8 4PT, UK
Contact: 020 7361 1988
The Alexandra
A special case: The Alexandra in Wimbledon offers a wonderful Christmas dinner to anyone spending Christmas Day alone, no charge under whatever circumstances. It is a place of spirit, refuge, and generosity.
Location: 33 Wimbledon Hill Rd, Wimbledon. London SW19 7NE, UK
Contact: 020 8947 7691
The Pem
Sally Abé’s newest restaurant is serving up a classic three courses in Westminster, for £130 a head (children under six, free if accompanied by adults). Guests can choose between smoked sea fish and crab mousse or a special ham for a starter, with bee Wellington or a plate of goose coming as main dishes, followed by Christmas pudding and ice scream. We offer a 10% discount if the total cost is over £500.
Location: 22-28 Broadway, London SW1H 0BH, UK
Contact: 020 3301 8080
1. Which number should you dial if you love Chinese food?| A．020 3145 1000. | B．020 7361 1988. | C．020 8947 7691. | D．020 3301 8080. |
| A．A family banquet. | B．A wine party. | C．A living place. | D．A free dinner. |
| A．£468. | B．£520. | C．£585. | D．£650. |
【推荐2】May 14 marks the beginning of National Smile Month in the UK. The campaign is organized by the Oral Health Foundation to promote dental (牙齿的) health. The Foundation hopes that a month of smiling across the nation will make people think about the importance of brushing their teeth regularly, culling down on sugary foods, and making regular appointments with the dentist.
The British, in fact, have a reputation for bad teeth. The Internet's Urban Dictionary has an entry (条目) for “British Smile”, defining it as “Any smile with bad teeth”. On the other side of the Atlantic, however, the “Hollywood Smile” gets its name because American movie stars are so proud to show off their sparkling beautiful teeth.
But what about smiling in the UK in general? Do the British smile a lot, or do they look sad all the time? It's said that the British practice the “stiff upper lip”, meaning that they don't often show their emotions; they neither smile nor cry. But this is false: A British person likes to smile as much as anyone else.
As far as smiling in Britain is concerned just like everywhere else, it all depends on the situation. For example, you wouldn't expect anyone to smile at a funeral (葬礼). But if you were at a party of any kind, you'd find everyone smiling from ear to ear. However, smiling is sometimes not allowed under some circumstances (情形). For instance, since 2005 Britain hasn't allowed smiling in passport photographs. At other times, for example at work and school, you simply smile when it's natural to smile.
So the British are no more and no less likely to smile than anyone else. But smiling is good for you, no doubt about it, even if you do have a few bad teeth. And smiling is good for those around you too. This alone makes National Smile Month a great idea. As the essayist William Hazlitt wrote, “A gentle smile, a kind word, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles”.
1. Why is National Smile Month held in the UK?| A．To build a more friendly society through smiling. | B．To guide people to care their teeth. |
| C．To promote the health benefits of smiling. | D．To teach people how to protect their teeth. |
| A．flashing | B．white | C．smiling | D．aging |
| A．People can smile when taking passport photos. |
| B．British people are less likely to smile than others. |
| C．People often smile at a party of any kind. |
| D．British people often hide their true emotions with a smile. |
| A．It lasts too long. | B．It is a time-consuming event. |
| C．It achieves its purpose. | D．It should be promoted around the world. |
【推荐3】Camp Bestival is a British music festival. It is held annually, in July, at Lulworth Castle in Dorset and is targeted at families with small children. It can hold 30,000 people. It won the Best New Festival award from the UK Festival Awards in 2008 and the Best Family Festival in 2009, 2010, 2013 and 2014.
Camp Bestival has a variety of activities-and entertainment throughout the festival, including comedy shows, literature programmes, a kids area, workshops and performances.
Food stalls (摊位) and tents are available all over the festival site.
Camp Bestival 2015 Weekend Ticket Prices:
Adult Weekend Ticket-£195
Student Weekend Ticket-£180
Age 15 to 17 Weekend Ticket-£113
Age 11 to 14 Weekend Ticket-£88
Age 5 to 10 Weekend Ticket-£20
Age 4 & Under Weekend Ticket-FREE
General Terms and Conditions:
• Weekend Ticket holders (Thursday arrivals): Car parks open at 10 am and the campsites open at midday on Thursday 30th July.
• Weekend Ticket holders (Friday arrivals): Car parks open at 7 am and the campsites open at 9 am on Friday 31st July.
• No entry to the site after midnight (each night). Campsites close at 2 pm on Monday 3rd August.
• You will not be allowed to bring in glass bottles of any kind. Broken glass is very dangerous for kids. Small stoves can be used to cook food but ONLY in allowed cooking areas.
• The Lulworth Castle site is a beautiful natural site and we want to keep it that way, so please help us by keeping it clean—Keep Bestival Tidy!
1. According to the text, Camp Bestival .| A．has won awards each year since 2008 |
| B．attracts 30,000 people every year |
| C．is aimed at young kids |
| D．is held every summer |
| A．£ 375 | B．£ 380 |
| C．£ 390 | D．£ 410 |
| A．may stay in the campsites till midnight on Monday |
| B．are refused entry to the campsites after 2 pm |
| C．are required to park their cars before 9 am |
| D．can enter the campsites in the morning |
| A．new-born |
| B．smoke-filled |
| C．student-centered |
| D．environmentally-friendly |
