【推荐2】

What’s on in Shanghai
Dining	Nightlife	Stage	Cinema	Art	Travel	Business	Beauty
This May is a busy month in Shanghai. There are lots to do. Here are the highlights. Live Music-Late Night Jazz Enjoy real American jazz from Herbie Davis, the famous trumpet player. He’s coming with his new 7-piece band, Herbie’s Heroes. Herbie is known to play well into the early hours so don’t expect to get much sleep. This is Herbie’s third visit to Shanghai. The first two were sold out, so get your tickets quick. PLACE: The Jazz Club     DATES: 15-23 May PRICE: ￥80, ￥120 (from Friday to Sunday)       TIME: 10 p.m. till late! TEL: 6557-6898 Scottish dancing    Take your partners and get ready to dance till you drop. Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn. The teachers, Gordon Stroppie and the Weefrees, are excellent. They will also demonstrate the dances. PLACE: Jack Stein’s DATES: every Monday PRICE: ￥60 including one drink   TIME: 7-10 p.m. TEL: 6427-3957 Exhibitions-Shanghai Museum There are 120,000 pieces on show here. You can see the whole of Chinese history under one roof. It’s always interesting to visit, but especially so at the moment with the Egyptian Tombs (埃及陵墓) exhibition. PLACE: Shanghai Museum     DATES: daily PRICE: ￥30 (￥15 for students) TEL: 6888-5066 TIME: Monday-Friday 9a.m.-5p.m., Weekends 9a.m.-9p.m. Dining-Sushi Chef in town Sushi is getting really big in Shanghai. In Japan, it’s become an art form. The most famous sushi “artist” is Yuki Kamura. She’s also one of the few female chefs (厨师) in Japan. She’l be at Sushi Scene all of this month. PLACE: Sushi Scene in the Shanghai Hotel DATES: all month PRICE: ￥240   TIME: lunchtime TEL: 6690-2315

1. Which activity is the cheapest?

A．Enjoying American Jazz.

B．Learning Scottish dancing.

C．Visiting Shanghai Museum.

D．Dining at Sushi Scene.

2. If you want to learn Scottish dancing, which number should you dial?

A．6427-3957.

B．6690-2315.

C．6888-5066.

D．6557-6898.

3. How much should you pay if you want two tickets for the American Jazz on Friday?

A．￥240.

B．￥160.

C．￥120.

D．￥80.

【推荐3】Online Free Courses

English Grammar and Style

We'll present materials that cover grammatical principles, word usage, writing style, sentence and paragraph structure and punctuation（标点符号）. Well challenge you with quizzes and writing activities that will give you strategies to enhance the quality of your writing, and invite you to participate in discussions and assess the work of your peers（同龄人）.

Length：8 weeks

Instructor: Roslyn Petelin from the University of Queensland

Academic Writing Made Easy

From structuring and organizing an academic text to avoiding common mistakes that can negatively affect your credibility this course offers a guide for those who want to improve their writing. Each week consists of video lessons, followed by exercises and tasks of assessing your peers’ work.

The course requires upper-intermediate（中高级）to advanced English.

Length: 6 weeks

Instructor: Heidi Minning from the Technical University of Munich

Preparing to Network in English

Networking in the business world is key to career success. But what is networking? And how do you do it in English? This course helps you understand the basics of networking and why it’s important. You’ll identify the key qualities you should focus on developing. Most importantly you'll grow and expand your business network and professional connections.

Length: 6 weeks

Instructor Joel Ozretich from the Univeraity of Washington

Using Emails for Networking in English

In this course, you’ll learn important strategies for writing effective emails. You’ll learn how to write messages for different audiences and understand when to be formal or direct. You'll also learn how your choice of words can change the way people view your message.

Length ：4 weeks

Instructor: Daphne Mackey from the University of Washington

1. Where can you receive the courses you will learn?

A．In a school.

B．On the Internet.

C．In a training institution.

D．On the air.

2. What can you learn in the shortest course?

A．Academic writing.	B．Email-writing skills.
C．Grammatical principles.	D．The basics of networking.

3. What does the underlined word mean in the passage?

A．Narrow.

B．Lessen.

C．Enlarge. 

D．Improve.

【推荐1】HG Wells Short Story Competition 2020

The competition is open to anyone. Your story can be set anywhere, feature any characters, and be written in any style. This year's theme is "Vision". There are no entry fees for those aged 21 and under. Over 21s must pay an entry fee of￡10 or￡5 for those with student ID.

There are two prizes:

￡1,000 for writers aged 21 and under

￡500 for writers aged over 21

NursinglnFocus Photo Contest 2020

This year we're celebrating the Year of the Nurse. The aim of the NursingInFocus Photo Contest is to put the spotlight on the work of nurses around the world. The competition is open to anyone 18 years old or older. The competition is free to enter.

Prizes:

Overall Winner: $ 1,000

Category Winners: $ 200

People's Choice: $ 500

2020 Posterheroes Contest

Posterheroes Contest is an international poster competition on social and environmental themes.   This year's theme is HUMANS AT WORK. The competition is free to enter.

The winner will receive a cash prize of € 2，500

Rijksstudio Design Award 2020

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam invites everyone to create their own masterpiece inspired by the Rijksmuseum's collection. Alf art forms are possible, such as photos, videos, animations, products, fashion, collages or poems. The competition is free to enter.

The winner of the Rijksstudio Design Award will receive € 7，500.

1. What is special about HG Wells Short Story Competition 2020?

A．It's not open to everyone.

B．It limits stories to one style.

C．It accepts stories of all themes.

D．It's not free for all participants.

2. How much can the winner of 2020 Posterheroes Contest get as a prize?

A．$ 1,000.	B．$ 2,000.
C．€ 2,500.	D．€ 7,500.

3. Which competition may accept a poem?

A．2020 Posterheroes Contest.

B．Rijksstudio Design Award 2020.

C．NursingInFocus Photo Contest 2020.

D．HG Wells Short Story Competition 2020.

【推荐3】School Activities for Kids and Teens

Are you looking for full-filled activities for kids and teens? Here are some wonderful ones for you!

Secret of the Dragon

Time: Monday, July 1, 2015, 10:30 a. m.

Cost: Adult: $7.40, Children (under15): half

Bookings: Phone the booking office at 34032578.

Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens

Note: Secret of the Dragon is a magical story about two children who are taken on a dragon ride to explore the universe.

The Search for life: Are We Alone?

Time: Thursday, July 4, 2015, 2:00 p. m.

Cost: Adult: $14. 50，Children (under 15): $8.70

Bookings: Phone the booking office at 34037689.

Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens

Note: Are we truly alone in space? Is there any life out there? These are the questions asked in this show.

Magic Class

Time: Friday, July 12, 2015, 10:00 a. m.

Cost: Free

Bookings: Please call 34038470 to book your place.

Address: Centenary Community hub, 171 Dandenong Rd.

Note: Would you like to be a magician? Then join David, the magician, to learn about real magic with playing cards, coins, ring ropes and DIY projects and be able to become the life of the party.

Science with me: Making Your Own Guitar

Time: Saturday, July 20, 2015, 3:00 p. m.

Cost: Freed

Bookings: Please phone 34031226 to book your place.

Address: 10, Egginton Close

Note: Do you want to make a guitar with Katy and her mom? Science with Me is going to be with you. Please remember to bring a piece of wood, a hammer, some rubber bands and some nails with you.

1. Alec is strongly interested in space life. He may go to             .

A．Magic Class

B．Science with Me

C．Secret of the Dragon

D．The Search for Life

2. John and his 10-year-old son want to watch Secret of the Dragon. How much should they pay?

A．$7.40.

B．$11.10

C．$14.80

D．$23.20

3. What do the four activities have in common(共同之处)?

A．They are all free.

B．They happen in the same place.

C．They can all be booked by phone.

D．They are all weekend activities.

【推荐1】Welcome to the Harvard University Visitor Center

Harvard University established the Visitor Center in 1962 as the front door to the university, where Harvard students greet visitors from all over the world, provide Harvard’s Official Historical Tour, and answer general information questions about the campus.

Campus Tours
Official Historical Tour of Harvard

These tours begin at the Smith Campus Center. The tour is student-led and comprises an outdoor walk (please dress appropriately) through Harvard Yard, providing a history of the university, general information, and a unique view on the student's individual experience. Tours are capped at 35 attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. No exceptions can be made.

See tour calendar for details
Western Ave. Arts Walk

The Western Ave. Arts Walk is a project chronicling public art along the Western Ave. corridor in Allston, and includes both permanent and temporary works of art on view at the Harvard Business School and Harvard Ed Portal, as well as works affiliated with Zone 3. Student-guided walking tours take approximately one hour. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

See tour calendar for details

Self-Guided Walking Tour of Harvard

If you are interested in touring the campus on your own, you may want a self-guided walking tour. Tour pamphlets — offered in nine different languages — and campus maps can be purchased from our office for a minimal charge.

Hours & Location
Hours of operation

Monday-Saturday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

We are closed for certain holidays, which are noted on the calendar.

Address

Smith Campus Center

1350 Massachusetts Avenue

Cambridge, MA 02138

Contact

visitor_center@ harvard, edu

617-495-1573

1. What does the passage mainly talk about?

A．Harvard University Visitor Center.

B．Different ways of visiting Harvard University.

C．Brief introduction about the campus.

D．Critical comments on Harvard University.

2. Which one is TRUE about Official Historical Tour of Harvard?

A．The guide won't start until there are 35 visitors in his/her group.

B．Visitors can make an appointment online in advance.

C．Those who arrive earlier will visit first.

D．Visitors should wear comfortable clothes.

3. What is the common point among the three ways of visiting?

A．They are all student-led.

B．They are all by walking.

C．They all have time limit.

D．They all have the limit to the number of visitors.

【推荐2】If you ever visit an English village, make sure to look out for morris dancing. Undoubtedly one of the strangest traditions of English culture, morris dancing is a form of folk dancing that dates back to the 15th century. If you ever get the opportunity, you really have to see it.

Men and women wearing old-fashioned, shabby（破烂的）clothing dance in the streets of towns and villages across the country during the holiday periods. Women wear long skirts and men wear short trousers with bells attached to them. They dance to traditional folk music which is often played on traditional musical instruments.

Some groups carry heavy black sticks with which they beat against each other while they dance. Other groups wave handkerchiefs in the air while they perform. The dances are usually performed near a pub so that when they’re over, the dancers and audience can sing some traditional folk songs over beer. The celebrations will often continue long into the night.

Morris dancing is a great English tradition but it’s facing a big crisis. As the years go by, fewer and fewer young people are joining morris dancing groups. The dancers are getting older and older and eventually, if not protected, the tradition will die out within the next few decades.

If you’ve ever had the fortune to see morris dancing, you may understand why teenagers aren’t rushing to sign up. Frankly, it’s not exactly the coolest thing for an 18-year-old to do. Why dress up in bells and funny costumes when you could be going camping, playing sports or doing anything else?

However, it would be a great shame to lose such a fun and lively part of England’s history and culture. So here’s a toast to the next generation of would-be morris dancers! Let’s hope they don’t leave it too late.

1. What is the passage mainly about?

A．The origins of moris dancing.

B．The popularity of morris dancing.

C．The protection of morris dancing.

D．The introduction of morris dancing.

2. What do we know about morris dancers?

A．They dance in pubs late into the night.

B．They perform with sticks or handkerchiefs.

C．They wear long dresses with bells attached.

D．They sing folk music while they dance.

3. What is the present situation of morris dancing?

A．It is losing appeal among young people.

B．It is keeping pace with people's demand.

C．It is witnessing great changes in history.

D．It is being criticized by modern people.

4. What does the author think about morris dancing?

A．It helps stay healthy.

B．It is fun for teenagers.

C．It deserves more attention.

D．It is too old-fashioned.

【推荐3】Summer Camps 2019

Digging for Dinosaurs
June 10 to June 14, 2019; July 15 to July 19, 2019
$395 per person

What is a paleontologist (古生物学者) and what exactly do they do? Come find out with us this summer! We’ll explore what paleontologists do, where they work and what tools they use while searching for fossils (化石). We’ll dig deeper into how a fossil is made, the different types of fossils and what information paleontologists can learn from them.

Physics Past to Present
June 17 to June 21, 2019; July 22 to July 26, 2019
$405 per person

Have you ever wondered why a baseball flies a certain way when it’s hit or how to shoot the perfect basket? It’s Physics! This summer we will explore terms like energy and force to see how they affect things we do every day. We will look at who discovered these terms, how they influence the activities we love and how sportsmen use them to their advantage.

Ancient Art
June 24 to June 28, 2019; July 29 to August 2, 2019
$355 per person

Experience how art began! This summer we will explore how art has changed from the Stone Age through the Middle Ages. From cave paintings to building arches (拱门), we’ll explore the world through the eyes of artists who came before us.

Space Explorers: Back to the Moon
August 5 to August 9, 2019
$455 per person

Come join us in taking a closer look at our moon and how our astronauts got there. We’ll learn about what a spaceship needs to escape Earth’s pull, take a closer look at the moon’s surface and simulate (模拟) our own moon landing!

1. What will campers do in Physics Past to Present?

A．Play sports.

B．Talk with athletes.

C．Explore energy and force.

D．Learn the history of sports.

2. How much should you pay if you want to learn about cave paintings?

A．$355.	B．$395.
C．$405.	D．$455.

3. Which camp can you join if you are only free in August?

A．Digging for Dinosaurs.

B．Physics Past to Present.

C．Ancient Art.

D．Space Explorers: Back to the Moon.

【推荐1】Vancouver(温哥华)
Natural Resources:

As a major centre for the global forestry industry, Vancouver is host to many international forestry conferences and events, and the natural home of the massive BC forestry business. Companies such as Canfor and West Fraser Timber Co., the second and third largest lumber(木材)producers in the world, are headquartered in Vancouver. Vancouver is also a major centre for the mining industry.

International trade:

International trade is a key part for Vancouver's economy．The city has Canada's largest port and is one of North America's major gateways for Pan-Pacific(泛太平洋)trade. The Port of Vancouver ranks first in North America in total foreign exports and second on the West Coast in total goods volume.

Banking and Financial:
     The headquarters for HSBC Canada (汇丰银行)is located in the Financial District in downtown. Canada's third largest commercial entity(实体), Jim Pattison Group is also based in Vancouver.
International relation:

Vancouver is a major centre for diplomacy(外交) and foreign relations. Most countries of the world have consulate(领事馆)or general offices in the Central Business District. In fact, many major diplomatic conferences are hosted by the city - including the world famous G7 summit with President Clinton, APEC, and the World Trade Organization. Greenpeace has its world headquarters in the city. Therefore, Vancouver was among the first North American cities to declare itself a Nuclear Weapons Free Zone.

Tourism:

Tourism is a leading industry to Vancouver. The Whistler-Blackcomb Resort is among the most popular skiing resorts in North America, and will be the site of the downhill events of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Vancouver's beaches, parks, waterfronts, and mountain backdrops and its multi- cultural character attract more and more tourists.

Film:

Vancouver was the source of the sobriquet(绰号)"Hollywood North", for hosting the production of about ten percent of Hollywood's movies. Many U. S. television and films series are shot exclusively in Vancouver. This has partly been because of the favorable Canadian dollar exchange rate.

1. Which of the following description about Vancouver is NOT true according to the passage?

A．The Port of Vancouver ranks first in North America in total foreign exports

B．Vancouver is a film production centre and called “Hollywood North".

C．International forestry conferences and events were held in Vancouver.

D．Vancouver is a leading centre for the global agriculture and industry.

2. Which of the following organizations or events is not related to Vancouver?

A．Jim Pattison Group	B．WHO
C．Greenpeace	D．The 2010 Winter Olympics

3. If you are a graduate from Shanghai Finance and Economics University, what is it that will probably attract you to visit Vancouver?

A．HSBC Canada	B．Its film industry
C．Its international trade.	D．Its beautiful natural scenery

4. We can infer______ from the part: International relation.

A．Vancouver is a major centre for foreign relations.

B．Vancouver has hosted many major diplomatic conferences.

C．APEC and WTO are headquartered in Vancouver

D．Canada is a peace-loving country.

5. The passage is probably taken from________.

A．a magazine	B．a geography book
C．a newspaper	D．an entertainment book

【推荐2】In September 2019, a man named Anuchit was riding his motorcycle down a highway in Thailand. He spotted a sad-looking dog sitting on the side of the mud. The poor dog seemed to be waiting for someone.

Later that day, Anuchit rode by that exact same spot and found the same dog still sitting there. After stopping his bike to see if the dog was OK, Anuchit happened to meet a local person named Saowaluck, who told him the animal's backstory. Saowaluck kept finding the dog at that same corner in 2016. She brought him to the vet, named him Leo and adopted him. But days later, Leo disappeared. Sanwaluck found him at the same corner along the highway and returned every day to give him food and water. She loved him, but he wasn't ready to accept her as his new owner.

After the motorcyclist shared Leo's story on the Internet, the dog's former owner came forward. An elderly woman named Noi said Leo jumped out of her pickup truck back in 2015. She and her husband looked everywhere but couldn't find him. When Noi arrived at the corner to reunite with Leo in 2019, he ran over to her and was greeted with rubs and pets — but he refused to go home with her!

Saowaluck begged Noi to keep the dog herself because she had become so attached to him and had already tried to adopt him once before. Leo has reportedly been with Saowaluck ever since — no longer sad, and no longer waiting.

1. Why did the dog look so sad?

A．He lost touch with his owners.	B．No one gave him food to eat.
C．He missed the truck to his home.	D．He disliked being sent to the vet.

2. What do we know about Saowaluck?

A．She lost her dog while travelling.	B．She adopted the dog finally.
C．She sold the dog to Anuchit.	D．She shared the dog's story online.

3. How did the dog feel when he met Noi?

A．Angry.	B．Proud.
C．Nervous.	D．Delighted.

4. What is the text aimed at?

A．Advising people to raise dogs properly.

B．Telling readers how to take care of dogs.

C．Showing us dogs are royal and grateful.

D．Encouraging people to adopt deserted dogs.

【推荐3】Enjoy a museum visit with your class!

Available (可获得的) Programs:

Art Tells a Story: By looking at the subject matter and by drawing from personal experiences, students can find the story in some works of art. (All grades)

Learning to Look: An interactive (互动的) tour that explores a variety of (各种各样的) art using storytelling, movements, music, games, and other techniques helps introduce children to a museum. (Preschool — Grade 3)

Native American Collection: This program explores relationships that exist between art, culture, the geographic location and natural resources. Students will see a bowl made by Maria Martinez, a Towa storyteller, a Northwest coast mask, and Inuit clothing. (For Grades 2-5)

The Language of Art: Classes are welcomed into the museum to take part in an interactive tour of American Art. It gives participants a new set of vocabulary while helping them feel comfortable. Art-on-the-Move: Teachers may borrow suitcases filled with art objects. Free organizations with Education Membership.

Planning Your Visit:

Booking: Booking is necessary for all tours and programs. Please book at least a week in advance. Teachers are encouraged to organize self-guided visits for their classes during public hours.

Tour Hours: Tours can be organized between 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Program Fees: Tours are free for those with Education Membership. There is a charge of $6 per student of non-member organizations. Tour with art activities cost $12 per student (non-members) or $10 per student (members).

Chaperones (保护人): We require one adult chaperone for every 10 children. Chaperones help to make your museum visit a success. A chaperone must pay $5 admission.

Lunch: We regret that no lunch facilities are available at the museum.

Museum Rules: Don’t touch works of art. Don’t take photographs.

Ask questions. Look, and then LOOK again!

Enjoy!

1. If teachers want their students to learn about what a museum is, they will choose________.

A．Art Tells a Story.	B．Learning to Look
C．The Language of Art.	D．Native American Collection.

2. What do teachers need to do before leading their classes to the museum？

A．To make bookings ahead of time.

B．To try to get Education Membership.

C．To learn about the history of the museum.

D．To ask for the permission of self-guided visits.

3. How much should the museum charge a class of 60 students with Education Membership for a tour with art activities？

A．$600.	B．$630.
C．$720.	D．$750.

4. What can we learn from the text?

A．Tour time at weekends is from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm.

B．Visitors can see Inuit clothing in Art Tells a Story.

C．No lunch is provided at the museum.

D．Visitors can take part in all the activities at a time.