1 . The family of a gifted chess player living in London has been given the right to stay in Britain because of his “world-class talent”.
Nine-year-old Shreyas Royal had to leave the country with his parents when his father’s work visa (签证) couldn’t be used next month, the UK Press Association (PA) reported.
In a post (帖子) on his Facebook page Friday, Shreyas celebrated the news that they could now stay, saying it was a “deep pleasure for all of us”. “I would like to say a big thank-you to each and everyone from the bottom of my heart!” he wrote.
Shreyas, who plays for Battersea Chess Club, was born in India but moved to Britain when he was three years old after his father, an IT project manager, was offered a job there, according to PA.
The Home Office said the boy’s father, Jitendra Singh, had been given permission to ask for another five-year work visa without leaving the United Kingdom due to Shreyas’ talent, according to PA.
“After much research, I have taken the personal decision to allow Shreyas and his family to stay in the UK,” Home Secretary Sajid Javid said. “The UK is a country that brings up world-class talent and Shreyas is one of the most gifted chess players in his generation (代).”
Battersea Chess Club, which was established in 1885, welcomed the Home Office’s decision in a statement on its website.
“Shreyas is a very nice, down-to-earth young man who has a big future ahead of him on the world stage hopefully representing England,” said club secretary Leon Watson. “We strongly believe he will make us proud. We wish him every success going forward. In 10 years’ time we hope he’ll be a famous name as England’s first world champion.”
In a Facebook post on Monday, Shreyas announced that following his performance at the British Chess Championship he was now ranked second in the world for his age group.
1. What led to the special treatment of Shreyas Royal’s family?A.Sajid Javid’s help. | B.Leon Watson’s support. |
C.Jitendra Singh’s requirement. | D.Shreyas Royal’s special talent. |
A.Thankful. | B.Surprised. | C.Confused. | D.Regretful. |
A.For about three years. | B.For about six years. |
C.For about nine years. | D.For about ten years. |
A.Very interested. | B.A little worried. |
C.Very confident. | D.A little doubtful. |
A.He has moved to India now. |
B.He does well at school too. |
C.He has achieved fame in playing chess internationally. |
D.He moved to England to learn to play chess. |
2 . I’ve been a professional athletic trainer for about 16 years. And I’ve worked with a range of athletes from high school students to those of the
Recently, as I’ve been seeing the videos of Kobe’s dunking (扣篮) and people’s
I was once invited to Las Vegas to help
On the night before the first scrimmage (分组对抗赛). I suddenly heard my cell ring. It turned out to be Kobe. I nervously
When I arrived at the main practice room, I saw Kobe being there alone, drenched (湿透的) in
I was expected to be at the practice room at about 11 am. I woke up feeling
Many stories about his
A.average | B.academic | C.consistent | D.professional |
A.influence | B.mercy | C.reflection | D.congratulation |
A.share | B.print | C.read | D.polish |
A.organize | B.train | C.interview | D.photograph |
A.negotiation | B.competition | C.interaction | D.consultation |
A.address | B.account | C.instruction | D.number |
A.turned up | B.picked up | C.caught up | D.hung up |
A.checked | B.wound | C.fixed | D.adjusted |
A.admitted | B.hesitated | C.agreed | D.refused |
A.sweat | B.tears | C.rain | D.blood |
A.focus | B.speed | C.strength | D.balance |
A.repeated | B.parted | C.changed | D.returned |
A.rest | B.assist | C.defend | D.shoot |
A.worn out | B.held back | C.calmed down | D.followed up |
A.grateful | B.fearful | C.sleepy | D.confident |
A.vaguely | B.vividly | C.gradually | D.barely |
A.practicing | B.complaining | C.calling | D.searching |
A.excuse | B.case | C.reason | D.surprise |
A.independent | B.outstanding | C.expensive | D.optimistic |
A.ambition | B.generosity | C.commitment | D.leadership |
3 . National Music Theater Competition
The 2024 National Music Theater Competition (NMTC) will be held. It was launched in 2011 as the first national competition for the emerging professional music theater soloist (独唱者). NMTC has provided industry connections for past competitors and winners that have led to their success on Broadway and other venues.
Prizes (each prize only for a person)
The champion: $5,000 plus a concert at the next national conference of National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), a $1,000 Gift Certificate from Hal Leonard, a Career Management Services package from Stage Door Connections.
The runner-up: $2,500 plus a $500 Gift Certificate from Hal Leonard.
The third place: Louise Lerch Prize; $1,000 cash prize.
The fourth place: Bill Hayes Prize; $750 cash prize.
Qualification
Singers aged from 20 to 28 as of September 15, 2023.
Entrance Procedure
Application requires a fee of $900, but for these students of NATS members the fee is $75. Application fees due to cancellation by the applicant won’t be returned. All application materials must be submitted by September 15, 2023. If you are planning to submit your application for the online round, you must complete the submission by September 15, 2023, but you’ll have 30 days after the deadline to upload your audition (试唱) videos. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Where to Audition
The preliminary (预选的) round
Live auditions: November 1 to 10, 2023 in New York City.
Online auditions: Video submission deadline is October 15, 2023.
Semifinal and final rounds
Live auditions: The semifinal round: January 3 to 9, 2024; the final round: January 15 to 20, 2024.
The semifinal and final rounds will be held in New York City as part of the 2024 NATS Winter Workshop.
1. Why was the National Music Theater Competition launched?A.To make people like music. |
B.To promote the leisure industry. |
C.To popularize Broadway musicals. |
D.To seek promising talents. |
A.A $500 Gift Certificate and Louise Lerch Prize. |
B.$2,500 in prize money and a Gift Certificate. |
C.A Career Management Services package. |
D.A chance to perform at a concert. |
A.Being at least 28 years old. |
B.Applying for membership of NATS. |
C.Submitting application materials on time. |
D.Uploading audition videos by September 15. |
A.Competitors can enter the semifinal round on January 18, 2024. |
B.Both online and live auditions are available in any round. |
C.There are three rounds in the competition in total. |
D.Application submission deadline is October 15, 2023. |
A.To call on people to explore their potential in music. |
B.To attract young singers to apply for the competition. |
C.To appeal to young singers to become NATS members. |
D.To encourage people to enter the musical industry. |