Have you ever been to Singapore? It is a dynamic city-state where you will find a harmonious mixture of culture, cuisine, arts, people and architecture. If you have at least 5 hours to spare in transit(运输；中转) before your next flight, join us in one of our free two-hour guided tours, which runs daily at regular times. Registration for the tour must be made at least one hour before the start of the tour.
◆HERITAGE TOUR
Tour Timings:
9:00 am to 11:00 am
11:30 am to 1:30 pm
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
The heritage（遗产） tour has a short stopover at the Merlion Park before going to the Colonial District, Central Business District and Chinatown or Little India. The journey to the Merlion Park offers you a entire view of Singapore's landmarks like Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Flyer and Gardens by the Bay. The tour will bring you through a discovery journey where you will have a glimpse of a unique mixture of East and West, tradition and modernity. It will be a splendid way for you to explore the history, culture and lifestyle of multi-racial Singapore while in your transit.
◆CITY LIGHT TOUR
Tour Timings: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
As night falls, Singapore takes another look to offer an entertainment choice. The City Light Tour brings you to various attractions in Singapore. As the journey begins from Changi Airport towards Benjamin Sheares Bridge, you will get a wide view of Singapore's famous symbols- the Singapore Flyer, Marina Bay Sands and Esplanade. Next, you will see the Helix(螺旋的) Bridge which is inspired by the double helix of our DNA structure.
1. If it is 2: 45pm now and Mike’s plane is going to take off at 8:35pm, which is the best timing for him?| A．9:00 am to 11:00 am | B．11:30 am to 1:30 pm |
| C．2:30 pm to 4:30 pm | D．4:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
| A．Little India | B．Chinatown |
| C．the Merlion Park | D．the Colonial District |
| A．It is a great tour to explore the history, culture and lifestyle of Singapore |
| B．You’ll have a glimpse of a unique mixture of East and West during the tour |
| C．. On the tour, you can see Helix Bridge, which looks like our DNA structure |
| D．It begins from Marina Bay Sands and goes towards Benjamin Sheares Bridge |
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【推荐1】Global Gap Year Abroad
On this organized group gap year, you’ll get the chance to volunteer in different countries. See below for more details about what you’ll do in each country.
Peru
For the first two weeks, you’ll have daily Spanish lessons. At the same time, you’ll join community events to teach and care for disadvantaged families. After two weeks, visit the splendid lost city of Machu Picchu! After several days of hiking and exploring ruins, you will experience the Amazon Rainforest.
Ecuador
Support the Giant Tortoise and Sea Lion Conservation project here for 5 days. The Galapagos National Park gives us access to the wilderness Darwin once studied. The work is hands-on, with the added benefit of learning from expert conservationists. During your final two weeks, you’ll help local children learn through play and teach English.
Cambodia
During your first two weeks, you can choose between joining the Childcare or Microfinance Projects. Both support disadvantaged communities in and around the capital city, Phnom Penh. The following week will be spent in Siem Reap visiting historic and cultural sites. Your final two weeks will be back in Phnom Penh with Public Health Project. Learn basic health techniques and visit different areas of the city each day!
Nepal
Explore temples and markets, taste new cuisine, and discover a unique culture. You will spend 10 days at a local school assisting with classes, and then 10 days supporting our building project. During your stay, you will also have a weekend trip to Chitwan National Park, where you will experience an unforgettable safari adventure!
1. What do the programs in Peru and Cambodia have in common?| A．You’ll learn health techniques. |
| B．You’ll pay a visit to local forests. |
| C．You’ll teach local people English. |
| D．You’ll help disadvantaged residents. |
| A．Support a local building project. |
| B．Learn about wildlife conservation. |
| C．Explore a totally different culture. |
| D．Hike in the ruins of cultural sites. |
| A．5 days. | B．10 days. | C．14 days. | D．20 days. |
【推荐2】This year, we are delighted to launch the first time American Short Fiction (ASF). From Thursday, May 26, to Monday, May 30, we will welcome twenty-four writers to Austin to study with short-story masters Karen Russell and Dantiel W. Moniz over the course of five inspiring, enlightening days.
Participants will attend daily fiction workshops, one-on-one meetings with distinguished faculty, and craft lectures by faculty, special guests, and ASF editors. We’ll provide space to create new work and make lasting connections in the atmosphere of the sights, sounds, and swimming holes of Austin.
How to Apply
Applications are due February 15 by 11:59 pm. To apply, please send us a double-spaced writing sample of up to 25 pages through our submittable application site (https://american-shortfiction.org/workshop/). There is a non-refundable $20 application fee. We will inform applicants of their acceptance by email on or before March 15.
Tuition for the workshop is $ 1,800, which does not include room and board. We are working with a local hotel within walking distance of our office for a discounted block of rooms, and you are also welcome to seek out accommodations on your own.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
We are proud to offer financial assistance to attend the workshop in the form of two scholarships and two fellowships. Our merit-based (基于优秀的) scholarships will come with a 50% reduction in tuition. Our fellowships are need-based, and cover the entire cost of the workshop and accommodations. Writers from historically underserved communities are encouraged to apply.
1. What can the participants do at the workshop?| A．Welcome twenty-four writers. |
| B．Study with Dantiel W. Moniz. |
| C．Make lectures at fiction workshops. |
| D．Provide space to create new work. |
| A．February 16 by 00:00 am. | B．March 15 by 00:00 am. |
| C．Thursday, May 26 by 11:59 pm. | D．February 15 by 11:59 am. |
| A．$ 900. | B．$ 1,820. | C．$ 1,800. | D．$ 920. |
Steve's Pizza
So many pizza chains compete for the attention of tourists in South Beach, but ask a Miami Beach local where to get the best pizza and they’ll tell you about Steve’s. This is New York–style pizza, handmade with care and good ingredients(成分). New branches of Steve’s are opening elsewhere in Miami, all in non-tourist areas.
Opening hours: 11am-3am
Cattleman's Steakhouse
This place is 20 miles east of the city, but local folks would probably drive 200 miles to eat here. The food is good, and the scenery is even better. Come early and wander around the grounds of Indian Cliffs Ranch, where you’ll see everything from rabbits to buffalo (水牛), then catch the sunset either before or after your meal.
Opening hours: 5pm-10pm
Absolute Baking & Café
The screen door is always swinging open at this town hot spot with giant breakfasts. Try the green chili on eggs – it’s made from scratch, as are the organic(有机的) breads. Lunch includes salads, big sandwiches and local grass-fed beef burgers. Don’t miss a square of soft, fresh carrot cake.
Opening hours: 7am-2pm
Walt's Wharf
Everybody’s favorite for fresh fish (some drive in from LA), Walt’s packs them in on weekends. You can’t make reservations for dinner (though they’re accepted for lunch), but it’s worth the wait for the tree fire–grilled seafood and steaks in the many-windowed ground floor or upstairs in captain’s chairs.
Opening hours: 11am-3:30pm
1. The new branches of Steve’s Pizza are mainly intended for_________.| A．New Yorkers | B．tourists | C．the locals | D．foreigners |
| A．wine | B．view | C．discount | D．service |
| A．Steve’s Pizza. | B．Walt’s Wharf. |
| C．Absolute Baking & Café. | D．Cattleman’s Steakhouse. |
【推荐1】Best choices for Summer Vacation
Want to experience something special during your summer vacation? We’ve searched the surrounding area to find the best.
Big Sur, California
Travelers come here to witness the dramatic waves of the Pacific. Also worth checking out is Bixby Creek Bridge, a beautiful piece of architecture, as well as the coastal beaches of Garapata State Park.
Recommended hotel: Glen Oaks (47080 Highway 1)
Providence, Rhode Island
The city’s downtown is an open-air museum with wall paintings and sculptures. Performance art is also a draw. And the Providence Fringe Festival, running from July 21 to 28, features performances by excellent artists.
Recommended hotel: Edgewood Manor (232 Norwood Ave)
St. Michaels, Maryland
This seaside town is home to beautiful landscapes, rich heritage and waterside adventures. Visitors can learn about the region’s history by visiting the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum.
Recommended hotel: Inn at Perry Cabin (308 Watkins Lane)
Toronto, Canada
This inspiring city is known for its diversity, and this shows up in the city’s events. Featuring more than 30 festivals in July and August alone, including ones for jazz, Caribbean culture, beer and local cuisine, summer is a perfect time to appreciate what Toronto has to offer.
Recommended hotel: St. Regis (325 Bay St.)
1. Where can you stay if you want to appreciate different forms of art?| A．Glen Oaks. | B．St. Regis. |
| C．Inn at Perry Cabin. | D．Edgewood Manor. |
| A．Experience cultural diversity. | B．See the waves of the Pacific. |
| C．Take part in some waterside activities. | D．Visit an open-air museum. |
| A．A science magazine. | B．An art book. |
| C．A travel brochure. | D．An academic article. |
【推荐2】Yellowstone, WY
No other place on earth is like Yellowstone National Park. The huge, natural conservation attracts all visitors with its mountains, valleys, springs and forests. With challenging hikes into the backcountry as well as wheelchair-accessible wooden boardwalks, the wonders of Yellowstone are for everyone in your family. Bring a tent and get here early to take advantage of the affordable campgrounds.
Durango, CO
Durango and its nearby mountains attract people in any season, and you can bring your family there anytime. In warm months, you’ll find everything from hiking to white-water rafting (漂流). In winter months, the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is one of the best winter train rides in the country. Purgatory Ski Resort is less expensive and less crowded than its Colorado competitors like Aspen, but with equally great slopes (山坡).
Outer Banks, NC
The Outer Banks separate the mainland from the Atlantic Ocean. The open-sea beaches, state parks and sunken-ship diving sites make them a popular holiday destination. The area positively marks in history: Roanoke Island was the site of England’s first settlement in the New World; Orville and Wilbur Wright took their famous first flight at Kill Devil Hills and the pirate (海盗) Blackbeard fought his last battle at Ocracoke, which may entertain both the adult and the kids.
Bandera, TX
Go to the real grass farm outside of San Antonio, for some Western-themed fun. Whether you’re dying to try horseback riding or just hoping to relax in a place where kids can entertain themselves, this farm has you covered with plenty of fun outdoor activities for the whole family including fishing, horseshoes, and playgrounds for golf, basketball, tennis, volleyball and even pickleball.
1. What is an advantage of Purgatory Ski Resort compared with its Colorado competitors?| A．It’s cheaper. | B．It’s more popular. |
| C．It has greater slopes. | D．It has a longer history. |
| A．In Bandera. | B．In Durango. | C．In Yellowstone. | D．In Outer Banks. |
| A．They are more beautiful in winter. |
| B．They are suitable for the whole family. |
| C．They provide horse riding on the grassland. |
| D．They all have boardwalks for people in special needs. |
【推荐3】As a newly-added Olympic sport, surfing is attracting more attention than ever before. Here is a selection of the top surfing destinations across America.
Delaware
Coastal Delaware offers plenty of fun waves along the shore of several cute towns. Due to the waves crashing close to the shore, Dewey beach is also a global skim boarding hotspot and happens to be the east coast capital for the sport. If you’re planning a visit, check out the popular “Summer Vibes” festival for some beach fun.
Atlantic City, New Jersey
When world-famous surfer and Olympic Gold medalist Duke Kahanamoku, often referred to as “the father of surfing,” visited the mainland United States in the early 1900s, he rode his longboard off the coast of Atlantic City. The beaches here are wide and beautiful—and locals catch waves year-round.
The Rockaways, New York
Located a short distance from Manhattan, the Rockaways attracts new and experienced surfers from across the globe. Be sure to come prepared in winter with a wet suit, while summer brings much warmer water temperatures. Afterwards, explore the town as there’s plenty of cafes, boutiques, and restaurants steps from the sand.
Cocoa Beach, Florida
Situated about 45 minutes from Orlando, Cocoa Beach is a renowned surf town that’s home to two of the world’s best surfers (Caroline Marks and Kelly Slater) and a favorite for surfers of all levels. This family-friendly town has lots of activities for everyone. When you’re not in the water, you can stroll the Historic Cocoa Village and its shops, cafes, and galleries.
1. What is the most suitable time for surfers to enjoy beach fun in Delaware?| A．January. | B．August. | C．October. | D．December. |
| A．Surf with Olympic Gold medalists. |
| B．Check out the surfing festival for fun. |
| C．Explore the ancient town on the beach. |
| D．Get prepared for the cold water in winter. |
| A．Cocoa Beach. | B．The Rockaways. | C．Atlantic City. | D．Delaware. |
