1 . Craziest Food Festivals sounds like a joke topic, but once you start looking into it, you’ll realize they’re everywhere — the crazier, the better.

1. Bibimbap Festival

In the South Korean town of Jeonjuloves, their “mixed rice” dish is a hearty serve of rice topped with raw beef, a rainbow of vegetables, a raw egg and gochujang sauce so much. They take four days out of October to celebrate it.

Like any festival there’s music, entertainment and magic, but making it that little bit different is the bibimbap that’s whipped (搅拌) up in a big bowl by dozens of chefs and served to over 400 people.

2. Waikiki Spam Jam

Who knew this canned meat had so much love? Well, it turns out that a can of Spam is the go-to item in Hawaii, along with a grass skirt and garland (花环). The people of Hawaii love Spam so much that they even spend a day in May giving out the best Spam, a type of cheap canned meat made mainly from pork.

3. Bessieres Easter Egg Festival

At Easter time, for those in the French town of Bessieres it’s all about an egg far less sweet.

Here they celebrate the holiday by getting dozens of chefs to make one large omelette (煎蛋卷) — 15,000 eggs strong — for the townsfolk (市民).

4. Potato Days Festival

This festival actually takes place in Barnesville, Minnesota, the US. Over the last Friday and Saturday in August the town celebrates its potato-growing skills by hosting potato picking and peeling contests, as well as a Miss Tater Tot pageant (盛典) for five- and six-year-old girls.

1. What makes Bibimbap festival special?

A．They take four days to celebrate it.

B．The mixed rice is rich in many vegetables.

C．There’s music, entertainment and magic during the festival.

D．The rice dish needs to be mixed in one big bowl by dozens of chefs together.

2. What do we know about Waikiki Spam Jam ?

A．The spam is the most favorite for Hawii people.

B．People spend one day to prepare the Jam.

C．The Jam isn’t affordable for the plain townsfolk.

D．The Jam is mainly made from raw beef.

3. If you have time in August, you can go to ______.

A．Bibimbap Festival	B．Waikiki Spam Jam
C．Bessieres Easter Egg Festival	D．Potato Days Festival

2 . A weak old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and a four-year old grandson. The old man’s hands _______and his eyesight was poor. The family ate together at table, but the elderly grandfather’s shaky hands made eating rather_______ Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor. When he grasped the glass, often _______ spilled (泼洒) on the tablecloth.

The son and daughter-in-law became _______ at the mess (脏乱). “We must do_______about grandfather,” said the son. I’ve had enough of his spilled milk and food on the floor. So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner. There, grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family had their dinner at the dinner table _______. Since grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a _______ bowl. Sometimes when the family glanced in grandfather’s _______, he had a tear in his eye. Still, the couple always blamed him when he_______a spoon or spilled food. The four-year-old watched it all in________

One evening before supper, the father ________his son playing with small wood pieces. He asked the child sweetly, “What are you making?” The boy ________, “Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and mama to eat your food from when I grow up.” The words so ________ the couple that they were speechless. Then tears started to ________ down their cheeks. Though no word was ________, both knew what must be done. That evening the husband took grandfather’s hand and led him back to the family dinner table gently. From then on, the grandfather ate every meal with the family.

1.

A．trembled

B．covered

C．raised

D．pushed

2.

A．interesting

B．convenient

C．amusing

D．difficult

3.

A．juice

B．milk

C．soup

D．water

4.

A．shocked

B．disappointed

C．angry

D．surprised

5.

A．anything

B．everything

C．nothing

D．something

6.

A．seriously

B．happily

C．sadly

D．slowly

7.

A．plastic

B．small

C．wooden

D．cheap

8.

A．way

B．direction

C．sight

D．situation

9.

A．dropped

B．threw

C．chose

D．touched

10.

A．peace

B．relief

C．danger

D．silence

11.

A．noticed

B．kept

C．heard

D．suggested

12.

A．responded

B．caught

C．hit

D．pushed

13.

A．attracted

B．stuck

C．struck

D．absorbed

14.

A．stream

B．go

C．fall

D．flood

15.

A．taught

B．told

C．spoken

D．written

3 . Summer is the most popular season to visit Texas since there is so much to see and to do. While visiting the Lone Star State this summer, don’t miss visiting some of these attractions and taking part in some of Texas’ best summer vacation activities.

Visit SeaWorld

There are sea life shows，adventure camps，thrilling rides and a water park. A great many activities are waiting for you at SeaWorld.

Windsurf at South Padre

With miles of shallow (浅的)，calm water in the Lower Laguna Madre and strong winds conning off the Gulf of Mexico，South Padre Island is a windsurfer’s dream.

Swim at Barton Springs

Barton Springs is in the famous Zilker Park. It was formed when Barton Greek was built. Since its opening, Barton Springs has become one of the most popular swimming pools in the state.

Take part in an outdoor adventure

In the scenic Texas Hill Country, Lake Buchanan Adventures offers different kinds of activities, including boating, hiking, camping and more.

Camp and hike in Big Bend Park

Big Bend offers a great number of outdoor activities in an old way. Backpacking, mountain biking, fishing, boating, hiking, nature watching and camping - you name it. If it can be done outdoors, it can be done in Big Bend.

Enjoy saltwater fishing

Saltwater fishing in Texas is as good as anywhere else in the USA. More and more fishermen have been discovering this in recent years and packing their bags and rods (鱼竿)to make good use of Texas, world - class saltwater fishery.

1. The underlined phrase “the Lone Star State” in Paragraph 1 is another name for       .

A．Texas

B．San Antonio

C．South Padre

D．Gulf of Mexico

2. When you visit SeaWorld, you can enjoy the following EXCEPT .

A．sea life shows	B．adventure camps
C．climbing	D．exciting rides

3. Where can you go if you want your windsurfing dream to come true?

A．San Antonio.	B．South Padre.
C．Barton Springs.	D．Texas Hill Country.

4 . Camp All-Star

Welcome to Camp All-Star, your No. 1 summer sports camp for kids! Located on the famous Kents Hill School campus by the beautiful lake, Camp All-Star hosts kids from around the world. When thinking about your next overnight summer camp, consider the best—Camp All-Star!

Great Sports Summer Camps for Kids

Camp All-Star stands out among the successful camps in the U.S. We have the best sports fields and courts to make your child’s sports camp experience a successful one. Your child can enjoy playing for hours in any of our more than 30 sports and activities each day. Our camper to staff rate is three to one, which makes it possible for children to receive more careful instruction.

We have a wide variety of activities and sports to choose from: fishing, dance, basketball, soccer, baseball, and tennis. Boys and girls, aged 8-16, can customize their own schedules in our 2, 3, 4 or 6 week summer camp session for kids.

The aim of Camp All-Star is to develop athletic skills, encourage abilities in leadership, fair play and team work, and provide a fun, rewarding and memorable summer sports camp experience. Our staff have the experience and qualified training necessary to ensure that your child has a successful, memorable and enjoyable time at our summer camp.

Call Today About Our Overnight Summer Camps for Kids

Don’t let your kids waste another summer playing video games and sitting around. Let them enjoy their time and get some exercise at our exciting and friendly summer sports camp. Information for our upcoming camps can be found on our website. For additional information or questions, contact us today. We hope your kids can join us at Camp All-Star!

1. Camp All-Star stands out among the others because ___________.

A．it is surrounded by a beautiful lake

B．it provides various activities and sports

C．it offers timely information on its website

D．it allows children to play outside all day long

2. Which is one of Camp All-Star’s goals?

A．To fire kids’ imagination.	B．To build up kids’ confidence.
C．To develop kids’ leadership skills.	D．To promote kids’ self-control.

3. Where is this text most likely taken from?

A．A newspaper.	B．A guidebook.
C．A news report.	D．A textbook.

5 . The idea of turning recycled plastic bottles into clothing is not new. During the last five years, a large number of clothing companies, businesses and environmental organizations have started turning plastics into fabric to deal with plastic pollution. But there’s a problem with this method. Research now shows that microfibers could be the biggest source of plastic in the sea.

Dr. Mark Browne in Santa Barbara, California, has been studying plastic pollution and microfibers for 10 years now. He explains that every time synthetic clothes go into a washing machine, a large number of plastic fibers fall off. Most washing machines can’t collect these microfibers. So every time the water gets out of a washing machine, microfibers are entering the sewers and finally end up in the sea.

In 2011, Browne wrote a paper stating that a single piece of synthetic(合成的) clothing can produce more than 1, 900 fibers per wash. Browne collected samples from seawater and freshwater sites around the world, and used a special way to examine each sample. He discovered that every single water sample contained microfibers.

This is bad news for a number of reasons. Plastic can cause harm to sea life when eaten. Studies have also shown that plastic can absorb other pollutants.

Based on this evidence, it may seem surprising that companies and organizations have chosen to turn plastic waste into clothing as an environmental “solution.” Even though the science has been around for a while, Browne explains that he's had a difficult time getting companies to listen. When he asked well-known clothing companies to support Benign by Design-his research project that seeks to get clothes that have a bad effect on humans and the environment out of the market, Browne didn’t get a satisfying answer. Only one women’s clothing company, Eileen Fisher, offered Browne funding.

1. What has happened during the past five years?

A．Fabric has become much stronger.	B．Plastic pollution has been less serious.
C．Many plastic bottles have been reused.	D．Microfibers have been greatly improved.

2. What does Browne think of washing synthetic clothes?

A．It is adding microfibers to the clothes.

B．It is worsening environmental problems.

C．It is making synthetic clothes last longer.

D．It is doing great damage to washing machines.

3. What can be inferred about Browne’s Benign by Design research project?

A．It has achieved great success.	B．It hasn’t got anything done.
C．It is known to very few people.	D．It is facing some difficulties.

4. What’s the best title for the text?

A．It’s important to learn to recycle

B．It’s never easy to solve pollution problems

C．Recycled plastic clothing: solution or pollution?

D．Are human beings moving forward or backward?

6 . Many may remember the 1998 film Mulan，the story of a young Chinese girl Pretending to be a man to take her father’s place in the army. After this film was released, McDonald’s began to serve a sauce called Mulan SzeChuan Sauce. Also in 2017，a cartoon show Rick and Morty, which featured a mad scientist and his adventures with his grandson, mentioned the SzeChuan sauce. Many fans have queued up for hours to buy it Packets of the sauce have even appeared on eBay selling for up to $ 250 each.

However, the sauce created by McDonald’s lacks any original Sichuan flavor. As one of the eight great cuisines of China, Sichuan cuisine is famous for its spicy dishes. But Dunlop says it’s a common misunderstanding that the cuisine focuses only on heat “Sichuan is about complex multilayered flavors,” she says. “The really interesting thing about Sichuan cuisine is its variety of flavors. A really good Sichuan meal is like a rollercoaster ride — you have spicy notes, sweet and sour notes, numbing and gentle flavors,” she says.

From the 1990s, Sichuan food took off. Currently, Sichuan hotpot is a hugely popular dish in China and the West, and dishes such as Mapo Tofu and Gong Bao Chicken are all famous and express the techniques and flavors of Sichuan cooking. Chef Key Chan, 65, born in Hong Kong to a family of chefs originally from Sichuan, is keen on passing down how to cook Sichuan cuisine. “Sichuan cuisine allows your taste the tip of your tongue to feel a ‘dancing sensation’,” says Chan.

1. Why Mulan and Rick and Morty are mentioned in paragraph 1?

A．To inform kids of wonderful films.

B．To remind people of the cartoon characters.

C．To show how popular the SzeChuan sauce was.

D．To indicate how expensive the SzeChuan sauce was.

2. What can we know about Sichuan cuisine from paragraph 2?

A．It only focuses on heat.

B．It involves various flavors.

C．It is the greatest cuisine in China.

D．It is best represented by Mulan SzeChuan Sause.

3. Which of the following best explains “took off” underlined in paragraph 3?

A．Left in a hurry.	B．Was quickly forgotten.
C．Began to fly.	D．Became popular quickly.

4. How does Chan feel about Sichuan cuisine?

A．Amazing.	B．Just so-so.
C．Simple.	D．Strange.

7 . It is the season for long lines and frayed nerves. Here’s how to deal.

Lighten up

Do yourself a favor and ship your presents. Nearly every U.S. airline charges a fee to check a bag, so shipping gifts is now cheaper and more convenient than carrying them in your luggage.

Weigh your options

Now knowing what you’re going to pay for your luggage is annoying. So calculate your overweight-luggage fees at home. You can find the fees out in advance by visiting new site Luggage Limits, which provides the latest information on more than 90 airlines.

Leave amateurs in the dust

Trust us and get to the airport an extra half-hour early. The check-in and security lines are filled with inexperienced fliers, and it’s a hard walking. Plus, if you decide to cut it close, you may not get onto the flight at all. To reduce costs, airlines have reduced on flights and routes. The remaining flights are more likely to be oversold, especially on busy travel days. Fliers who check in early are the least likely to get bumped from oversold flights.

Take it public

The rates for renting a car at the airport have more than doubled over the past year because rental lot inventories (财产) have increased dramatically. True, renting at the airport is convenient, but it’s just not worth it anymore. Unless you really need a car, take public transportation, hop a cab, or beg a friend to pick you up at the airport instead.

Say no to bumper cars

Tell the people picking you up to avoid parking their car. They can hang out in their car for free while waiting to get a call from you when you land. Many airports, including JFK and LAX, now feature this sensible choice.

1. Airlines have reduced flights to   .

A．lower the cost	B．deal with crisis
C．reduce the time for leave	D．provide more job chances

2. We can learn from the passage that _____.

A．many airports like JFK provides free parking service

B．shipping presents is more expensive than carrying them in luggage

C．taking a cab at the airport is less expensive than renting a car

D．Luggage Limits can give a discount on overweight luggage fees

3. What’s the best title for the passage?

A．Cars at the Airport	B．Good Seasons for Flight
C．How to Board a Flight	D．5 Ways to Survive a Holiday Flight.

8 . In 1994, The Brazilian photographer Salgado went back to his homeland in Minas Gerais, Brazil. He was__________ to see the land run by his family. The thick forest there was once a paradise   ( 乐园 ) for him and his friends, bringing them___ memories.

To his horror, he saw a totally different____. Only 0.5% of the land was covered with trees. “The land was as sick as a serious patient — everything was______ due to deforestation (砍伐森林),” Salgado said___ during a meeting on climate change in Paris.

Salgado ______that he should do something about it. Then he ______the bold idea of replanting trees on the land, which beyond his expectations, received___ from his wife and relatives. Soon the whole family _______   and the results are remarkable. _______, the land is changing: It is carpeted with green trees again and some of the insects, birds and animals living in the land before____. The land has been brought back to life. The___ family’s hard work also impressed people around them. They___ cutting down trees and began to protect the environment.

“The work over the years is quite difficult but well worth the_____ and I think every   little bit of work_____,” said Salgado. Therefore, everyone should play a part in protecting   the environment.

1.

A．sorry

B．ready

C．eager

D．willing

2.

A．wonderful

B．embarrassing

C．painful

D．complex

3.

A．direction

B．atmosphere

C．plan

D．sight

4.

A．disturbed

B．destroyed

C．prohibited

D．abandoned

5.

A．calmly

B．nervously

C．sadly

D．lightly

6.

A．admitted

B．realized

C．agreed

D．proved

7.

A．thought up

B．laughed at

C．turned down

D．tried out

8.

A．doubts

B．permission

C．suggestions

D．support

9.

A．backed off

B．broke up

C．took action

D．got through

10.

A．Suddenly

B．Eventually

C．Gradually

D．Generally

11.

A．escaped

B．returned

C．approached

D．died

12.

A．kind-hearted

B．brave

C．devoted

D．considerate

13.

A．forgot

B．stopped

C．delayed

D．missed

14.

A．comment

B．promise

C．offer

D．effort

15.

A．increases

B．matches

C．improves

D．matters

9 . Dogs love to get out and stretch their legs, which not only helps to keep them in shape, but enables them to keep the extra pounds off. Pet hiking has been popular recently, getting dogs off the sidewalk.

Three years ago, Denver resident Brittany Redding was stressed out, working 60 hours a week while studying in graduate school full-time. The only thing that helped was taking her four dogs hiking. “That’s when it hit me that I should do that as a job.” she says. After graduating in June 2016, she founded Take a Hike. Her company, like a number of others around the country, takes dogs to explore beyond the neighborhood.

Before taking on the tracks, Brittany meets with each dog and his or her owner to get a sense of the pet’s character. Then she schedules a meet-and-greet with other dogs that will join the hike to be sure to match their personalities. Each hiking is about two hours long and includes transportation to and from the track for around $70 per outing. “Hiking allows dogs lo meet new friends and explore new tracks, smells, and wildlife,” she explains.

Michael Mizenko thinks sending his pet, Ajax, on weekly hikes with Take a Hike has made Ajax a happier dog. Over the past two years, hiking has taught Ajax how to stay off pavement, be more social and remain calm in the car. “It has made him a flexible easygoing guy.” Michael says.

1. Why has pet hiking been popular in these days?

A．Dogs strongly desire their owners to go hiking.

B．Animal health specialists recommend people to do it.

C．It is beneficial for pets’ shape and health.

D．The owner’s house is not big enough for dogs.

2. What is the second paragraph mainly talking about?

A．Why Brittany founded Take a Hike.

B．How hard the study life of Brittany was.

C．Take a Hike is very popular in the neighborhood.

D．Dog hiking has brought great enjoyment to Brittany.

3. What does Brittany want to make sure before taking her customers’ dogs to go hiking?

A．The distance of the track.

B．The character of each dog.

C．The environment of the track.

D．The emotions of both dogs and their owners.

4. How often does Michael Mizenko send his pet to hike with Take a Hike?

A．Every day.	B．Once a week.
C．Twice a week.	D．Every other week.

10 . Musicals in Washington’s Historic National Theatre in 2020

The Last Ship

Friday, March 27—Sunday, April 5
$49—$154

THE LAST SHIP, inspired by Sting’s 1991 album “The Soul Cages” and his own childhood experiences, tells the story of a community in Tyne and Wear. Sting will star and perform the role at every performance. It features an original score with music and lyrics by Sting as well as a few of his best-loved songs: “Island of Souls” “All This Time” and “When We Dance”. Learn more at TheLastShipMusical.com.

Recommended for ages 13 and up.

Run time: Approximately 2 hours, 30 minutes.

The King’s Speech

Tuesday, Feb. 11 — Sunday, Feb. 16
$54 — $104

THE KING’S SPEECH is based on the true story of King George VI’s struggle with a speech problem and the friendship he formed with his doctor, Lionel Logue. With the Nazi threat coming and civil unrest at home, royal secrets explode around the King as he appeared onto the world stage.

Recommended for ages 13 and up.

Run time: Approximately 2 hours, 50 minutes.

Blue Man Group

Friday, May 8 —Sunday, May 17
$64—$124

At BLUE MAN GROUP, you’ll rock, laugh, and party! As three blue men explore our world, together we’ll discover music, comedy and surprises at every turn. It is perfect for audiences of all ages and cultural backgrounds, and returns to D.C. with new music, fresh stories, custom instruments like never before.

Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Run time: Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical

Wednesday, July 22 —Sunday, Aug. 2
$54—$114

Donna Summer was a girl from Boston with a voice from heaven. With a score featuring more than 20 of Summer’s classic hits including “Love to Love You Baby”, “Bad Girls” and “Hot Stuff”, this electric experience is a moving tribute to the voice of a generation.

Recommended for ages 13 and up.

Run time: Approximately 1 hour, 40 minutes

1. In which musical can you enjoy the song “All This Time”?

A．The King’s Speech.	B．The Last Ship.
C．Blue Man Group.	D．Summer: The Donna Summer Musical.

2. When is the musical “The King’s Speech” scheduled to open?

A．Tuesday, Feb. 11.	B．Friday, March 27.
C．Sunday, May 17.	D．Wednesday, July 22.

3. What is the ticket price range of “Summer: The Donna Summer Musical”?

A．$49 — $154.

B．$64 — $124.

C．$54— $104.

D．$54 —$114.