1 . Love to write? Want to see your work published and win some cash along the way? Then read on. The national Spark a Story writing contest is calling in all young storytellers!
Who can participate?
The contest is open to students in grades 9, 10, 11 or 12, or those who are being home-schooled in the United States.
Deadline and requirements
You’re able to send your short story up to October 7th. It will be judged on creativity, originality and overall quality of writing. Your story must be original works and should be no longer than 5000 words. There is no minimum length requirements.
How can I send my short story?
There are three easy ways to send your short story:
*Online at http: // learn.hmhco.com/hmhsparkamind
*Send your short story as a PDF or Microsoft word document to Sparkahmhco.com
*Send your short story via US Mail to: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company
222 Berkeley Street Boston, MA 02116
What will I win?
The best stories will be published next year. Winners will receive a free copy of the book and cash price of $100.
1. Which of the following children can take part in the contest?| A．Maria, grade 7, from New York. |
| B．Justin, grade 9, from London. |
| C．Catherine, grade 11, from Washington. |
| D．C.D. Bastian, home-schooled from Paris. |
| A．longer than 5,000 words. |
| B．shorter than 5,000 words. |
| C．an original work. |
| D．sent before October 7th. |
| A．Sending it online. |
| B．Sending it by email. |
| C．Sending it by US Mail. |
| D．Sending it by fax. |
2 . What limits you from hiking more often? If not having a suitable hiking partner is keeping you out of the woods，why not take a look at the great hiking clubs across Canada?
•Yukon Outdoors Club
Membership cost：$ 10 for a single membership；$ 15 for a family membership.
Description: The club coordinates day hikes，backpacking trips，canoe trips，mountain biking，cross-country skiing trips，snowshoeing trips and various workshops for members to gain new skills and valuable information. The trips are open to everyone and range from easy to moderate to difficult.
• Vernon Outdoors Club
Membership cost: A single membership is $ 25，and students pay $ 10. Children are free when they come with a registered family member.
Description: Boasting a membership of close to 200 people，the Vernon Outdoors Club is an active group that enjoys hiking and cycling. Since the membership is comprised of outdoor lovers in general，they are encouraged to share their activity ideas and interests.
• Pender Harbor Hiking Group
Membership cost: Free
Description: Now in its fourth year and boasting about 100 members，the Pender Harbor Hiking Group offers a way for members to get fit. Hikes are scheduled two months in advance，so get on the mailing list or check the website regularly to find a hike that's right for you！
• UBC Varsity Outdoor Club
Membership cost: Students $ 40；non-UBC students $60.
Description: The UBC Varsity outdoor Club is a social group that hikes，mountaineers，kayaks，rock climbs and ice climbs. Travel and outdoor-minded UBC students and non-students are welcome to join. Members lead trips，run skills workshops, host presentations and tune gear. For a refundable deposit，members can borrow equipment from the clubroom's gear cache.
1. What is special about the Yukon Outdoors Club?| A．It has workshops | B．It involves trips of different levels. |
| C．It provides membership | D．It schedules she hikes in advance. |
| A．$25 | B．Half price | C．None. | D．$10 |
| A．Yukon Outdoors Club | B．Pender Harbor Hiking Group. |
| C．UBC Varsity Outdoor Club | D．Vernon Outdoors Club |
1. What is the man worried about?
| A．Playing a sport. | B．Going to school. | C．Meeting new people. |
| A．Proud. | B．Embarrassed. | C．Nervous. |
1.活动目的；
2.比赛过程；
3.活动反响。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2.报道标题已为你写好。
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