1 . Invisible Dialogues and Invented Languages
•October 13, 2018
This discussion will examine selftaught artists who use coded or invented languages in their work. Artists include Melvin Edward Nelson, and Carlo Keshishian. Exploring the relationship between language and visual expressions, it seeks to find out how some unreadable words, letters, and symbols communicate meaning.
•6：30 pm－8：00 pm
•$10 members, students, seniors; $12 nonmembers
Art and Storytelling
•October 20, 2018
Artist Ernesto Caivano will discuss the connection of drawing and stories in his work, while examining how his explorations of storytelling relate to his previous works.
Another activity includes conversations with artists and scholars, providing a good opportunity to engage with the central themes and histories found in the artwork.
•6：30 pm－7：30 pm
•$5 members, students, seniors; $8 nonmembers
SelfTaught Genius
•October 27, 2018
Sponsor Sarah Suzuki will discuss selected drawings and prints on view in the exhibition Highlights from SelfTaught Genius on a guided gallery tour.
The program is held together with the exhibition Highlights from SelfTaught Genius at the newly opened SelfTaught Genius Gallery in Long Island City, Queens.
•6：00 pm－7：00 pm
•$5 members, students, seniors; $8 nonmembers
Gender, Politics, and Textiles (纺织品)
•November 3, 2018
Art historian Julia BryanWilson will present an illustrated overview of her publication Fray: Art and Textile Politics. Julia will explore the relationship between textiles, gender, and war. The book signing will follow the discussion.
•6：30 pm－8：00 pm
•$8 members, students, seniors; $10 nonmembers
1. Who will talk about drawing and stories?| A．Sarah Suzuki. | B．Ernesto Caivano. |
| C．Melvin Edward Nelson. | D．Julia BryanWilson. |
| A．SelfTaught Genius. | B．Art and Storytelling. |
| C．Gender, Politics, and Textiles. | D．Invisible Dialogues and Invented Languages. |
| A．To sponsor some events. | B．To introduce some artists. |
| C．To publicize some books. | D．To advertise some activities. |
2 . Requirements for foreigners to be employed in China
In accordance with relevant Chinese laws and regulations, any foreigners seeking employment in China must meet the following conditions:
(1) be 18 years of age or older and in good health;
(2) have the professional skills and job experience required for the intended employment;
(3) have no criminal record;
(4) propose to work for a clearly-defined employer;
(5) have a valid passport or other international travel document in lieu of a passport.
Procedures for foreigners working in China
(1) Foreigners who want to work in China should first get in touch with a valid Chinese employer who has an employment license for foreigners issued by a labor administrative bureau.
(2) Foreigners with permission to work in China should apply for employment visas at the Chinese embassies.
(3) Employers of foreigners should get work permits for their foreign employees within 15 days after their entry into China by providing related documents.
(4) Foreign employees who have received their work permit should, within 30 days after their entry, apply for a residence permit from their local public security bureau. The term of validity of the residence certificate may be determined in accordance with that of the Work Permit. If a foreigner's residence is canceled for violating Chinese laws or the contract is terminated, his or her employment permit will be canceled.
1. The foreigner ________ cannot be employed in China.| A．with a valid passport | B．with criminal record |
| C．in good health | D．with experiences and skills |
| A．In the local public bureau | B．In a labor administrative bureau |
| C．In the security bureau | D．At the Chinese embassies |
| A．violating Chinese laws | B．lack of money |
| C．staying in China for over five years | D．being short of experience |
3 . I needed to get some money so, after Christmas, I took a job in the clothes department at Graham’s for the first fortnight of the January sale. I can’t say that I enjoyed it, but it was an experience I’ll never forget. I could never understand why there were so many things in the sales; where did they all come from? Now I know the secret! Firstly, there is the special winter stock and the stock that people buy all the year round; some of these things are slightly reduced. Secondly, there are the summer clothes they couldn’t sell last year; these are heavily reduced to clear them. Thirdly, there are cheap clothes bought in specially for the sales; these are put out at high prices ten days before the sale begins and then are reduced by 60% in the sale. Clever! Lastly, they buy in “seconds” (clothes not in perfect condition) for the sale and they are sold very cheaply.
When I arrived half an hour before opening on the first day of the sale, there was already a queue around three sides of the building. This made me very nervous. When the big moment arrived to open the doors, the security guards, looking less confident than usual, came up to them, keys in hand. The moment they had unlocked the doors, they hid behind the doors for protection as the noisy crowd charged in. I couldn’t believe my eyes; this wasn’t shopping, it was a battlefield! One poor lady couldn’t keep her feet and was knocked over by people pushing from behind. Clothes were flying in all directions as people searched for the sizes, colors and styles they wanted. Quarrels broke out. Mothers were using their small children to crawl(爬行) through people’s legs and get hold of things they couldn’t get near themselves.
Within minutes I had half a dozen people pushing clothes under my nose, each wanting to be the first served. Where had the famous English Queue gone? The whole day continued like that, but I kept my temper! I was taking money hand over fist and began to realize why, twice a year, Graham’s were happy to turn their expensive store into a battlefield like this. In the sale fever, people were spending money like water without thinking whether they needed what they were buying. As long as it was a bargain it was OK. You won’t believe this but as soon as I got home I crashed out for four hours. Then I had dinner and went back to bed, fearing the sound of the alarm which would tell me to get ready for the second day of the sale.
1. What kind of clothes is likely to be sold 5% cheaper?| A．Last summer’s clothes. | B．Clothes not in perfect condition. |
| C．Clothes bought in specially for the sales. | D．Clothes for winter. |
| A．There were too many clothes and they wanted to clear them in the sales. |
| B．They were eager to show that they were clever at doing business. |
| C．They could take the chance to raise the prices of all their clothes. |
| D．They wanted to make more money by having sales. |
| A．The customers gave up the queuing for which the English are famous. |
| B．The customers kept their temper while looking for clothes they wanted. |
| C．Small children enjoyed crawling through people’s legs. |
| D．The security guards were fearless of the crowd. |
| A．The Best Bargain. | B．Hunting For a Job. |
| C．Sale Fever. | D．A Pleasant Fortnight. |
4 . As an elementary school student in New York City, Robert Lee would stare in disbelief at his classmates throwing away half-eaten sandwiches after lunch. His Korean immigrant parents had taught him not to waste food.
While studying finance and accounting at New York University, Robert remembered this lesson all the time. When Robert and his friend Louisa Chen entered a college entrepreneurship (创业）contest，they proposed an idea for a food-rescue nonprofit group： Their program would deliver leftovers from the dining hall to homeless shelters seven days a week all by volunteers. Their idea won the competition. With the $ 1,000 prize, they founded Rescuing Leftover Cuisine (RLC) in July 2013. In just the first few weeks, Robert’s team delivered a donation of enough spaghetti and meatballs to feed 20 people at a New York City homeless shelter.
Robert, who had taken a job as an analyst at J. P. Morgan, devoted his spare time to creating a network of New York City restaurants, from small delis (熟食店）to large chains like Starbucks and Panera Bread, agreeing to donate food, and he enlisted volunteers to make food deliveries. After RLC received national press attention, homeless shelters and soup kitchens in Portland, Oregon, Washington, DC and other cities reached out to Robert for partnership advice. The organization now reaches 16 cities around the country.
Only a year into his finance job, Robert gave up his six-figure salary to focus on RLC. “I compared one hour of impact at J. P. Morgan to one hour at RLC，and the difference was just tremendous,” he says. “One shelter told us that our donations allowed them to provide entire dinners for more than 300 people, three nights a week，” Robert says. “Things like that make me gladly quit my job.”
1. How did Robert feel when his classmates threw away food?| A．Astonished. | B．Embarrassed. |
| C．Disappointed. | D．Interested. |
| A．It won $ 1,000 prize. |
| B．It got supported by many restaurants. |
| C．It asked the homeless shelters for advice. |
| D．It has branches all over the world. |
| A．One shelter spoke highly of him. |
| B．RLC offered him six-figure salary. |
| C．He could make a bigger difference in society. |
| D．The work at J. P. Morgan was not suitable for him. |
| A．Confident. | B．Modest. |
| C．Humorous. | D．Selfless. |
5 . Southern Texas is a wonderful spring time destination. The weather is warm and beautiful. During the month of May, visitors will be able to choose from a variety of wonderful festivals and events held throughout the region. Here are some great options for May festivals in southern Texas.
Dragonfly Days, Weslaco
Insect enthusiasts should stop in Weslaco during the month of May. This time of the year is great for sitting dragonflies and damselflies. There are over 100 species in the region. Visitors can learn all about the different species while getting to see them as well
Songwriter’s Showcase Art Festival, Port Aransas
One way to enjoy some of the unique art and culture of Texas is to attend this festival. Visitors can enjoy a grand variety of music. It will be held in the evening at the Tarpon Inn Courtyard and visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery and the music. Music genres range from Folk to Cajun to Rock.
Blues on the Hill, Harlingen
Blues fans should be sure to visit Harlingen on May 12, 2020. It will be the first event in the summer series held in McKelvey Park. This event offers a variety of Blues artists. Visitors can attend the event for free, and get to enjoy the music while sitting on a blanket of lawn chair in the grass.
Beach to Bay Relay Marathon, Corpus Christi
This event will be held on May 19, 2020. Running enthusiasts visiting Corpus Christi will have a wonderful time. It is a full marathon, 26 miles, but it is a relay event. Six people run the marathon as a group. The route starts on North Pare Island and travels through Corpus Christi.
1. Which festival will you probably choose as a sports lover?| A．Dragonfly Days, Weslaco |
| B．Songwriter’s Showcase Art Festival, Port Aransas |
| C．Blues on the Hill, Harlingen |
| D．Beach to Bay Relay Marathon, Corpus Christi |
| A．Types. | B．Characters. |
| C．Visitors. | D．Artists. |
| A．A diary. | B．A guidebook. |
| C．A novel. | D．A magazine. |
6 . Since the age of three, Chelsie Hill had dreamed of becoming a dancer. That ambition nearly ended in 2010 when Hill was in a car accident, which put the 17- year-old high school senior in hospital for 51 days and left her paralyzed from the waist down. For most people, that would have destroyed any hope of a dancing career. But for Hill, it was the beginning. Far from being a barrier, her wheelchair encouraged her to fight. “I want to prove to everyone including myself that I'm still normal,” she said, “whatever normal means.”
Normal for her meant dancing, so Hill did it in her wheelchair alongside her nondisabled high school dance team. Half of her body was taken away from her, so she had to move it with her hands. It took much learning and patience.
After graduation from high school, Hill wanted to expand her dance network to include women like her. She met people online who were fighting for the dream of dancing against various spinal (脊椎的) injuries, and invited them to dance with her. To reach more people in a larger city, Hill moved to Los Angeles in 2014 and formed a team of dancers with disabilities she called the Rollettes.
Every year Hill holds a dance camp called the Rollettes Experience for wheelchair users to help them bring out their acting talent. In 2019, 173 participants from ten countries attended. For many, it was the first time they’d felt they belonged. Edna Serrano said that being part of the Rollettes team gave her the courage to get behind the wheel of a car. “I didn't know I could do so many things that my fellow teammates had taught me.” she said. “I didn’t know I could be sexy. It’s so powerful to have my teammates in my life, because they're my teachers. I have more confidence.”
Chelsie Hill attained what many of us never will: her childhood dream. She has been chasing her dream in the wheelchair. She’s a dancer. The Rollettes have helped her find something else just as fulfilling.
1. What happened to Chelsie Hill in 2010?| A．She gave up her hope of dancing. |
| B．She suffered from a serious disease. |
| C．She realized her dream of becoming a dancer. |
| D．She was severely disabled due to a car accident. |
| A．To motivate more people like her. | B．To enlarge her dance business. |
| C．To seek more chances to dance. | D．To expand her social network. |
| A．She could help others. | B．She had more faith in herself. |
| C．She learned how to drive. | D．She became sexier than before. |
| A．Modest and professional. | B．Responsible and creative. |
| C．Determined and inspiring. | D．Cooperative and generous. |
7 . Historical fiction allows the young to experience history in an entertaining way, to meet people or to learn about other times and places. The following are some books which are sure to bring your children different experiences.
Castle Diary: The Journal of Tobias Burgess
Author: Richard Platt
Illustrator (插头画家 ): Chris Riddell
Overview (概要): With an oversize format and wonderfully detailed illustrations, young readers get a firsthand view of daily life in a castle in 1285 as Tobias Burgess, who is 11 years old, recounts his experiences as a new page (男侍).
Awards: Parents’ Choice Awards, Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Publication Date: 1999
Johnny Tremain
Author: Esther Forbes
Overview: Set in the 1770s, the story of Johnny Tremain, a 14-year-old orphan, is a dramatic one, focusing on his involvement in the Revolutionary War and the effect it has on his life.
Award: 1944 John Newbery Medal
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Publication Date: 1943
The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate
Author: Jacqueline Kelly
Overview: Set in Texas in 1899, this is the story of Calpurnia Tate who is more interested in science and nature than in learning to be a lady and her life with her family, which includes six brothers.
Award: Newbery Honor Book
Publisher: Henry Holt
Publication Date: 2009
Across Five Aprils
Author: Irene Hunt
Overview: This novel covers five years in the life of young Jethro Creighton and focuses on how the Civil War affects life for Jethro, from the age of 9 to 14, and his family on their southern Illinois farm.
Awards: Five, including recognition as a 1965 Newbery Honor Book
Publisher: Follett Corporation
Publication Date: 1964
1. Which two persons share a similar life experience?| A．Tobias Burgess & Johnny Tremain. | B．Calpurnia Tate & Jethro Creighton. |
| C．Tobias Burgess & Calpurnia Tate. | D．Johnny Tremain & Jethro Creighton. |
| A．It’s a science fiction. |
| B．Its story happens in a castle. |
| C．Its story focuses on a girl’s childhood. |
| D．It’s the last book to come out among the four. |
| A．Henry Holt | B．Follett Corporation |
| C．Candlewick Press | D．Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
8 . Vacations for People Who Love Winter Activities
When the temperatures drop, don't run away from the cold, embrace it with one of these perfect winter wonderland vacations.
See an ice-skating show at Madeleine Hotel
Telluride, Colorado is famous for skiing - they have everything from Alpine to Nordic to back country. But right outside this gorgeous Madeleine Hotel is a massive ice-skating rink with rentals (hockey skates and figure skates) as well as lessons, shows and even special DJ nights.
Sip winter sweetness at the Ice Wine Festival
This chilly January festival at Niagara on the Lake can reach temps of 40 degrees below zero but, as long as you can feel your fingers and toes, you can sip ice wine - made from frozen local grapes - from the ice bar in the town square. When you're ready to warm up, sign up for a vineyard tour and go from winery to winery sipping and tasting small food pairings.
Bowl on ice at the American Club
In the courtyard of the Tudor-style American Club in Kohler, Wisconsin, you can try your hand at bowling on outdoor lanes made of ice. There's also Bavarian Curling, and patio heaters to keep you comfortable while you challenge your friends. The courts stay open through March and require 48-hour notice for reservations.
Hit the hills at Lake Placid Lodge
The Adirondacks in New York are a winter wonderland, once the home of the winter Olympics, and has everything from bobsledding to tobogganing, dog sledding, ski jumping and ice-skating. At the end of the day, check out one of Lake Placid Lodge's famous snow bonfires, best admired with hot cocoa.
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1. If you are interested in skating, where will you probably go?| A．Telluride and Adirondacks. | B．Telluride and the Lake. |
| C．Adirondacks and Kohler. | D．Kohler and the Lake. |
| A．Touch your fingers and toes. | B．Skate at the ice bar. |
| C．Taste some wine and food. | D．Bowl on outdoor ice lanes. |
| A．A life magazine. | B．A website. |
| C．A geography textbook. | D．An advertisement column. |
9 . If you are reading this, you were probably born in the 2000s. The oh-ohs. The 21st century. That would make you young, creative, connected, global, and no doubt smart. Maybe good-looking, too. Right? But what do other people think about your generation?
Some adults worry that you’re more interested in the screen in front of you than the world around you. They think of you as the “face-down generation” because you use your phone so much and they wonder how you will deal with school, friends, and family. Are today’s teenagers too busy texting and taking selfies to become successful in real life—or “IRL”, as you would say?
Other adults worry that today’s youth are spoilt and don’t want to face the challenges of adult life. Many children born in the 1990s and 2000s were raised by “helicopter parents", who were always there to guide and help their children with a busy schedule filled with homework and after-class activities such as dancing, drawing, or sports. With parents who do everything for them, today’s youth seem to prefer to live like teenagers even when they are in their 20s or 30s.
With these taken into account, does the face down generation need a warning? Well, probably not. The fact is that many of today’s teenagers are better educated and more creative than past generations. They seem to be enthusiastic and willing to be become leaders. More young people than ever volunteer to help their communities. There are also brave young people such as Malala Yousafzai, the teenager who won the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize for pushing girls’ rights to go to school.
So if you’re one of the oh-ohs, there are reasons to be hopeful about the future. Things are looking up for the face-down generation. Chances are that you will do GR8 (great) and LOL (laugh out loud).
1. Which of the following words can not be used to describe the oh-ohs?| A．Creative. | B．Caring. |
| C．Ignorant. | D．Intelligent. |
| A．parents who are rich and travel by helicopter. |
| B．parents who always watch over their children. |
| C．parents who have a very busy schedule. |
| D．parents who only turn up when necessary. |
| A．The writer is a member of the face-down generation. |
| B．The writer is optimistic about the future of the oh-ohs. |
| C．The oh-ohs are more good-looking than their parents. |
| D．The oh-ohs care about nothing other than their phones. |
| A．The “helicopter parents” | B．The over-worried parents |
| C．The spoiled generation | D．The face-down generation |
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| TV Host A national TV station wants to find two people to host a new primetime（黄金时段）game show. Interested? You need to have: A confident and lively personality Some experience of working in the media industry Good communication skills An enthusiasm for performing £40,000 per year Apply to Jonhkeirs@ tvhost.com |
| Casual Sale Assistant We are looking for casual team members to join our team for 10 - 30 hours per week! You must have a positive attitude and great willingness to talk to others, can work in both a team and as an individual and be available to work on Mondays and weekends between 9am and 5pm. You will be responsible for using the cash register, tidying up shelves and helping customers find what they are looking for. Pay is $14.50/hr, but $25/hr at weekends To apply, get in touch with the manager Tony Robins on (02) 98761234 or Tony. Robins@JB-HiFi.blacktown.org.au |
| Chinese Teachers Our established language school is looking for Chinese teachers. Our classes are small and students are all ages. You must have a university degree and teaching experience and a health certificate. You must also be able to speak and write Chinese fluently. 30 hours per week (flexible times) £30 per hour, plus bonuses Apply to Smith@gmail.com |
1. The candidate for a pizza delivery driver must tell the employer his/ her ________.
| A．personality | B．driving experience |
| C．availability | D．salary expectation |
| A．$20. | B．$29. |
| C．$ 30. | D．$ 50. |
| A．TV host and Chinese teacher. |
| B．TV host and Casual sale assistant. |
| C．Pizza delivery driver and Chinese teacher. |
| D．Casual sale assistant and Pizza delivery driver. |
