【推荐1】If you’d like to go sightseeing, the following World Heritage Sites may be your best choices.
Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area
The Jiuzhaigou Valley, which lies in the northern part of Sichuan Province, reaches a height of more than 4,800 meters, with a series of different forest ecosystems (生态系统). There you can enjoy watching excellent waterfalls. Some 140 kinds of birds also live in the valley, as well as a number of endangered plants and animals, the giant panda included.
For more information, please visit http: // whc, unesco, org// en/ list/637.
Khaml Ruins National Monument
The city of Khami, which developed after the capital of Great Zimbabwe had been given up in the mid-16th century, is of great archaeological (考古的) interest. The discovery of objects from Europe and China shows that Khami was a major centre for trade over a long period of time.
For more information, please visit http:// whc, unesco, org/ en/ list/365.
Henderson Island
Henderson Island, which lies in the eastern South Pacific, is one of the few atolls (环礁) in the world whose ecology has not been touched by human beings. It is especially famous for the ten plants and four land birds that can only be seen on the island.
For more information, please visit http:// whc.unesco.org/ en/list/487.
The Old City of Jerusalem
As a holy city for three different religions in the Middle East, Jerusalem has always been of great religious (宗教的) importance. It was given a World Heritage Status in 1981 and placed on the “List of World Heritage in Danger” the following year.
For more information, please visit http:// whc. unesco.org/ en/list/148.
1. What can we know about the Jiuzhaigou Valley?

A．It has different forest ecosystems.

B．It sits at the foot of a 4,800-meter high mountain.

C．In all about 140 kinds of birds and animals live there.

D．Most of China’s endangered plants can be found there.

2. The discovery of some of the objects in Khami shows that the city _____.

A．had a very short history

B．was ruined in the mid-16th century

C．was once Great Zimbabwe’s largest city

D．once played a great role as a trade center

3. What can be learned about Henderson Island from the passage?

A．It hasn’t been greatly influenced by human activities.

B．It isn’t suitable for humans to live on.

C．It has been open to visitors for years.

D．It is made up of a few large atolls.

4. If you are interested in religion, you should visit ______.

A．http:// whc. unesco.org/ en/ list/365

B．http:// whc. unesco.org/ en/ list/148

C．http:// whc. unesco.org/ en/ list/487

D．http:// whc. unesco.org/ en/ list/637

【推荐3】Banff National Park, Canada*s first national park, is filled with wonderful scenery provided by the Canadian Rockies, valleys, forests and plentiful wildlife. The park is popular with people. Here is an overview of the most popular attractions in Banff National Park:

Johnston Canyon

The main activity at Johnston Canyon is to hike to the Lower Falls, Upper Falls and Ink Pots. Getting to the Upper Falls includes a 2. 7-kilometer hike that starts from behind the Johnston Canyon Resort. This path is considered one of the busiest in the Canadian Rockies, because hundreds of tourists like making the 45-minute hike every day.

Banff Gondola

Travelers want to make sure they have plenty of memory cards before they board Banff Gondola. That’s because the views from the four-passenger gondola cars （空中缆车）are fantastic . Once at the top, visitors can take the skywalk to get to a historic site and meteorological station （气象站）.Banff Gondola is closed in winter. But there are also hiking paths to the top.

Banff Upper Hot Springs

Banff Upper Hot Springs is a perfect place to relax after a day on the hiking or ski ways. Visitors have been coming to this Banff attraction since the 1880s to bath in the therapeutic （治疗的）mineral waters, though First Nations were doing that long before the railroad opened up this part of Canada.

Peyto Lake

Considered one of the prettiest lakes in the world, Peyto Lake is best seen from Bow Summit on the parkway, about 39 km from Lake Louise. It takes travelers about 15 minutes to walk to an observation platform to overlook the lake.

1. Why do many tourists travel to Johnston Canyon a lot?

A．To go hiking.

B．To go swimming.

C．To take the skywalk.

D．To study the Canadian Rockies.

2. Which tourist attraction is limited by the season?

A．Johnston Canyon.	B．Banff Gondola.
C．Banff Upper Hot Springs.	D．Peyto Lake.

3. What can we know about Banff Upper Hot Springs?

A．It can help tourists release tiredness.

B．Its mineral waters are free to drink.

C．It is near the parking lot.

D．It can cause tourists* various diseases.

【推荐3】The Calgary Public Library has some great resources to beat boredom and keep your children busy over the summer, whether at home or on the road.

During the school year children are busy with homework and required reading, so summer is a great time for them to relax and read what they choose. Not only is reading a pleasurable way to pass the time, it will also help children keep their skills up over the summer, so they are prepared to go back to school in the fall.

If you are taking a tip this summer, why not let the kids help out with the planning? Borrow a children’s atlas to choose your way together and check out some books about your destination before departure. The All about Provinces and Territories series is fill of interesting facts about each Canadian Province.

Going camping? How about taking along some scary, or not so scary, stories to tell around the campfire? Alvin Schwarz’s collections of Scary Tales to Tell in the Dark are sure to make your spine tingle and your teeth chatter. For something a little less horrible, try Velcome: a Very Scary Book, by Kevin O’Malley, which includes such horrors as a plate of mixed vegetables!

For long car rides, check out Car Games: 100 Games to Avoid “Are we there Yet?” It’s full of fun games and activities like cow football and Dude, where’s my orange car? —games that are sure to keep youngsters occupied on long journeys.

Remember to lead by example and pack a book in your own beach bag. If children see you reading, they will understand that books are an important and valuable part of summer and they will begin to copy your habits!

The staff at the Calgary Public Library are always happy to help find that perfect summer read, so stop by your nearest branch, call us at 260-2600, or visit our website at calgarypubliclibrary.com today.

Summer Reading Booklist Flotsam                                                     David Wiesner Beach                                                     Elisha Cooper Terror at Turtle Mountain                           Penny Draper Car Games                                               Jo Pink Scary Tales to tell in the dark                           Alvin Schwartz Central Rockies Wildflowers                           Mike Potter

1. What can we infer from the second paragraph of the passage?

A．Sumner is the only time for children to relax themselves.

B．Children have little time to read at school what they choose.

C．Children usually get bored of reading during the school year.

D．Required reading prepares children to go back to school in the fall.

2. The underlined part “make your spine tingle and your teeth chatter” (in Paragraph 4) most probably means ________.

A．interest you and impress you	B．excite you and frighten you
C．embarrass you and annoy you	D．discourage you and disgust you

3. What would be the best title for this passage?

A．Children’s Reading Habits at home

B．Children’s Summer Camp in the country

C．Children’s Summer Reading Booklist at school

D．Children’s Summer Reading from the Library

【推荐2】Bookstores are a traveller’s best friends: they provide convenient shelter in bad weather, and they often host readings and other cultural events. Here is a look at the world’s six greatest bookstores.

Adrian Harrington—since 1971. Rare books; rare first editions; leather—bound sets and general antiques (古玩). Address: 64A Kensington Church Street, Kensington, London, England, U.K.

Another Country— Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany. Another Country is an English language second-hand bookshop which is mostly used as a library. They have about 20,000 books that you can buy or borrow. Some regular events are held at the shop, such as readings, cultural events, social evenings and film nights.

Atlantis Books—Oia, Santorini, Greece. Atlantis Books is an independent bookshop on the island of Santorini, Greece, founded in 2004 by a group of friends from Cyprus, England, and the United States. Throughout the year it has hosted literary festivals, film screenings, book readings, and good old-fashioned dance parties.

Bart’s Books—Ojai, California, U. S. A. “The World’s Greatest Outdoor Bookstore”, a bookstore founded by Richard Bartinsdale in 1964. Shelves of books face the street, and regular customers are asked to drop coins into the door’s coin box to pay for any books they take whenever the store is closed.

10 Corso Como—Milan, Italy, Extensive selection of publication on art, architecture, design, graphics and fashion, along with a strong emphasis on photography. It was founded in 1990 in Milan, Italy, by Carla Sozzani.

The Bookworm—A bookshop, library, bar, restaurant and event space, now with five locations in three cities in China—Beijing, Suzhou and Chengdu. The interconnecting rooms with floor-to-ceiling books on every wall are light and airy in summer, yet warm and comfortable in winter.

1. What can learn about the above bookstores?

A．They are traveler’s best friends.

B．They usually host readings.

C．They are the greatest bookstores in the world.

D．They are all in Europe.

2. Where can we watch films according the passage?

A．In Another Country and 10 Corso Como.	B．In Another Country and Atlantis Books.
C．In Atlantis Books and The Bookworm.	D．In Atlantis Books and 10 Corso Como.

3. What is special Bart’s Books?

A．Customers can buy books even after it is closed.

B．Books are put in outdoor shelves

C．It has the longest history in the world.

D．Customers should pay for books in coins.

【推荐3】There are more than 1,000 registered student organizations and clubs at Purdue, all created and led by students!

A Cause for Paws

The purpose of this organization is to assist no-kill animal shelters in the Lafayette area by volunteering and organizing events to raise money for these shelters.

Email: acp@purdue.edu

Organization meeting day: Monday

Organization meeting time: 7 pm

Fashion and Retail Organization

Purdue's Fashion and Retail Organization is focused toward anyone and everyone with a love for the fashion or retail industry. FRO is open to all Purdue students. We meet every Tuesday at 6 pm in Matthews 201. Our club's activities include industry-related guest speakers, workshops, fashion presentations as well as DIY activities. We are excited that FRO is now in charge of planning the Purdue Fashion Show!

Email: purduefashion@aol.com

Organization meeting day: Tuesday

Organization meeting time: 6 pm

Purdue Engineering Outreach

PEO brings engineering to middle school and high school classrooms in creative ways. This club was started to help show the next generation that science, technology, engineering and math are not only incredibly important fields of study, but also interesting and fun ones. We partner with organizations, such as College Mentors for Kids and Girl Scouts, as well as local schools, to bring engineering into the classroom. Additionally, we love to have fun, and seek to create a welcoming atmosphere for all. New members are welcome at all times of the year!

Email: outreach@purdue.edu

Organization meeting day: Monday

Organization meeting time: 6 pm

Higher Ground Dance Company

Higher Ground is a student-run and student choreographed (学生负责编舞的) dance company that puts on a show each semester to raise money for the Andrea Rizzo Foundation. The Andrea Rizzo Foundation is an organization that provides dance therapy to children with special needs and/or terminal (晚期的) illnesses.

If you have a passion for dance and helping others, you are welcome and encouraged to join this group!

Email: highergrounddanceco@gmail.com

Organization meeting day: Thursday

Organization meeting time: 7 pm

1. Students interested in animal protection may prefer ________ to the others.

A．A Cause for Paws	B．the Fashion and Retail Organization
C．Higher Ground Dance Company	D．Purdue Engineering Outreach

2. When do members of the Fashion and Retail Organization meet?

A．7 pm, each Monday.	B．6 pm, each Tuesday.
C．7 pm, every other Monday.	D．6 pm, every other Tuesday.

3. What kind of people are encouraged to join Higher Ground?

A．Students who can teach dancing.

B．Students with a severe illness.

C．Members of the Andrea Rizzo Foundation.

D．Students who love dance and are ready to help.