2 . POETRY CHALLENGE

Write a poem about how courage, determination, and strength have helped you face challenges in your life.

Prizes

3 Grand Prizes:Trip to Washington, D. C. for each of three winners, a parent and one other person of the winner’s choice. Trip includes round-trip air tickets, hotel stay for two nights, and tours of the National Air and Space Museum and the office of National Geographic World.

6 First Prizes:The book Sky Pioneer:A Photobiography of Amelia Earhart signed by author Corinne Szabo and pilot Linda Finch.

50 Honorable Mentions:Judges will choose up to 50 honorable mention winners, who will each receive a T-shirt in memory of Earhart’s final flight.

Rules

Follow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification.

■Write a poem using 100 words or fewer. Your poem can be any format, any number of lines.

■Write by hand or type on a single sheet of paper. You may use both the front and back of the paper.

■On the same sheet of paper, write or type your name, address, telephone number, and birth date.

■Mail your entry to us by October 31 this year.

1. How many people can each grand prize winner take on the free trip?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.

D．Six.

2. What will each of the honorable mention winners get?

A．A plane ticket.	B．A book by Corinne Szabo.
C．A special T-shirt.	D．A photo of Amelia Earhart.

3. Which of the following will result in disqualification?

A．Typing your poem out.	B．Writing a poem of 120 words.
C．Using both sides of the paper.	D．Mailing your entry on October 30.

4. When is the proper time for you to mail your entry?

A．before October 31 this year	B．after October 31 this year
C．before October 31 next year	D．after October 31 next year

3 . Is there something strange high up in the world’s tallest mountains? If so, is it a big bear? Is it a monkey? Or is it a kind of man?

No one knows. This mystery (谜) has puzzled the world for years.

In 1887, a mountain climber found large footprints (脚印) in the snow. They looked like the footprints of a very large man. But men don’t walk without shoes in the snow!

In 1906, other climbers saw more than footprints. Far away they saw a very large animal standing on two legs. As they watched, it ran very quickly.

Fifteen years later, newspapers had new stories about the “something”. A mountain climber said he had seen the “snowman” walk slowly across the snow, far below him.He said it looked like a very large man.

From then on, more and more people had stories to tell. But not until 1951 did a mountain climber bring back pictures of large footprints. His pictures showed clearly that the snowman walked on two legs, so it was not a bear or a monkey. Could it be an ape (猿) man? The mystery grew! And the mystery keeps growing. Some day we may find out just what it is that makes the large footprints.

1. Why were people interested in the footprints?

A．They were footprints of a large bear.

B．They looked like the footprints of a large man.

C．They were found in the snow.

D．They were found in the world’s tallest mountains.

2. The pictures of large footprints were taken by a mountain climber in 　　　.

A．1887

B．1906

C．1921

D．1951

3. Why did the mystery grow when a mountain climber brought back pictures of the large footprints?

A．They were footprints of an ape man.

B．They were footprints of a snowman.

C．The pictures showed clearly how the snowman walked.

D．The pictures showed clearly how an ape man walked on two legs.

4. Since a mountain climber first found the large footprints in the snow, the mystery of the snowman has puzzled the world for 　　 years.

A．over one hundred

B．ninety-five

C．eighty

D．fifty

5. The passage is about 　　　.

A．some mountain climbers	B．some strange animals
C．some large footprints	D．the mystery of the snowman

4 .

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1. The above job ads(广告) are probably from a ______ .

A．TV show

B．newspaper

C．story book

D．radio program

2. If you like children and have two days free, you can call at ______for a job.

A．558366

B．633800

C．556779

D．766588

3. If the owner of the large house asks a cleaner to tidy his house twice a week, how much will the cleaner get in a month?

A．$240

B．$200

C．$160

D．$120

5 . The Hearst Castle

Hearst Castle is a park on the central California coast and a National Historic Landmark.It was designed by Julia Morgan for William Randolph Hearst from 1919 until 1947.Despite its location far from any urban center, the site attracts roughly one million visitors per year.

Guided Tours

Tour 1 is recommended for first time visitors.It now includes the movie, Hearst Castle Building the Dream.

Tour 2 gives visitors a closer look at the main house's upper floors, Mr Hearst' s private suite, the libraries,and the kitchen.

Tour 3 looks at the Castle's North Wing,guest rooms and guest house Casa Del Monte.

Tour 4 includes the impressive gardens and grounds, the largest guest house,the wine basement,and the Hidden Terrace.

The evening tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as one of the Hearst 's own visitors might have.

Ticket Prices

Hearst Castle accepts VISA,Master Card,American Express and Discover.Free day use parking is available for automobiles,motorcycles,tour buses and recreational(休闲的）vehicles.

＊Children under 6 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Reservation(预订）Information

While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Center upon arrival, tour reservations can be made online now or by calling 1-800-444-4445,see below for time.

Reservation Call Center Hours

Dates                                                                        Monday-Friday                                             Saturday-Sunday

March-September                                      8 am-6 pm                                                          8 am-6 pm

October-February                                   9 am-5 pm                                                            9 am-3 pm

Visit www.hearstcastle.org for more information.

1. If you are quite interested in wine,which tour will you choose?

A．Tour 1.

B．Tour 2.

C．Tour 3.

D．Tour 4.

2. If a couple take Tour 1 with their 5- year- old son, how much will they pay for the tickets?

A．36.

B．48.

C．60.

D．75.

3. Which of the following is the available time to book tickets by phone?

A．At 8 am on Monday in February.

B．At 6 pm on Saturday in October.

C．At 7 pm on Friday in September.

D．At 9 am on Sunday in March.

6 . Birthdays at the Canadian Children’s Museum

The perfect place for a memorable birthday party!

Celebrate at the Canadian Children’s Museum with creative and fun-filled activities designed to excite the interest of children aged 3 to 12.

The party includes:

●One hour in a private party room;

●Admission to the museum;

●Unlimited time in the Children’s Museum (until closing);

●One hour animation(动画片)(Only with the “scene-Stealers” and “round the World” themed party. ) Payment is due(到期的)in full upon registration. Registration is required at least two weeks in advance.

Scene-Stealers (Ages 3 to 8)

Step into the spotlight (聚光灯)with a behind-the-scenes trip to the Canadian Children’s Museum Theatre. The Director will help you warm up with some theatre games, and teach you some stage skills to get you ready for the audience!

Cost: $190 for up to 10 kids and 2 adults; $10 for each extra child.

Around the World (Ages 4 to 7)

Take an unforgettable trip around the world to learn a traditional Mexican dance! This unforgettable journey through the International Village is packed with fun and creative activities for young adventurers.

Cost: $190 for up to 10 kids, and 2 adults; $10 for each extra child.

DIY Party (Ages 5 to 12)

DIY Party includes Museum admission, and one hour of free time in one of the Museum’s party rooms. A great choice for parents looking to plan their own activities!

Cost: $100 for up to 10 kids and 2 adults; $8 for each extra child.

1. What should you know about celebrating birthdays at the Canadian Children’s Museum?

A．It is for kids aged 3 to 7.

B．It provides animation in all parties.

C．It should be booked ahead of time.

D．It is required to be within one hour in the museum.

2. What can you do at a Scene-Stealers party?

A．Make a new movie.	B．Learn some stage skills.
C．Visit the International Village.	D．Practice traditional paper-making art.

3. How much should a couple pay if they bring 12 kids to a DIY Party?

A．$100.

B．$116.

C．$190.

D．$210.

7 . The most popular bus tour in London is a hop-on, hop-off tour. This means that the buses are continually driving around predefined (预先确定的) routes and visitors can use their tickets to jump on at any stop and get off at whichever stop they choose. Tickets are usually valid (有效的) for 1-2 days for the operating hours of the company you have bought your ticket from.

One of the best hop-on hop-off tours in London is Golden Tours! Golden Tours is London's leading sightseeing company. Since 1984, it has been offering a wide range of daily tours covering England's most well-known attractions.

Hop-on Hop-off Ticket Price:

Adult: ￡26

Child: ￡12 ( provides for children aged 5-12 )

Family: ￡64 ( provides for two adults and two children )

Ticket Duration: 24 or 48 hours (in winter)

Times:

Blue Route: 8:16 am-5:00 pm

Red Route: 8:16 am-5:30pm

Green Route:8:16 am-5:00pm

Purple Route:8:16 am-4:15 pm

Buses run every 10-20 minutes.

Where to Purchase Tickets

Online or at departure points Green Park, Trafalgar Square,Buckingham Palace.

Commentary (现场解说) Languages and Type:

Live commentary in English.Recorded commentary in German, French, Spanish,

Italian, Japanese, Russian and Brazilian Portuguese.

Routes:

Blue Route: Standard Route plus Belgravia and Kensington — Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, Harrods, V&A Museum, etc.

Red Route: Standard Route plus the Docklands

Green Route: Standard Route

Purple Route: Standard Route plus Soho and Bloomsbury

Route Durations: 1-3 hours

1. If you want to visit Buckingham Palace, you should choose         .

A．Blue Route	B．Red Route
C．Green Route	D．Purple Route

2. Which of the following is TRUE if you take Purple Route for sightseeing in London?

A．You can hear live commentary in French.

B．You can take the bus to wherever you want.

C．You don't need to wait any time for the bus.

D．You have to finish your tour before 4:15 pm.

3. How much should a couple with two children aged 10 and 12 pay for their tickets?

A．￡48.	B．￡52.
C．￡64.	D．￡76.

8 . United States health officials say an estimated 80,000 people died of influenza (流感) and problems resulting from the flu last winter, making it the worst season since 1977. The director for the U.S.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported the number to The Associated Press. Health experts were expecting the winter of 2017-2018 to be a bad year for flu deaths, but not that.

Doctor William Schaffner is an expert on vaccines, at Vanderbilt University in Tennessee. Schaffner noted that 80,000 deaths are nearly twice as much as what health officials once considered a “bad year”.

CDC officials say that between 12,000 and 56,000 Americans die every year from flu-related causes, but they do not have an exact count of how many people die from the flu each year. Influenza is a relatively common disease and not always listed on death records as the official cause of death. While last winter was a bad flu season in the U.S., it was not the worst. The 1918 flu lasted nearly two years. Historians estimate that the disease was to blame for between 500,000 to 700,000 deaths during that period. The exact number is still not known.

One thing that made the 2017-2018 flu season so bad was that the flu virus was strong. Usually the disease kills the very young, the very old or those who are already sick. However, last winter, the flu killed many healthy Americans. Another thing that made the flu season so deadly was that the flu vaccine was not as effective as experts had predicted. Drug makers have made changes to the vaccine. Even though the vaccine did not work well last year, health experts still strongly suggest getting vaccinated.

1. What can we learn about influenza in the first paragraph?

A．The winter of 2017-2018 saw the deadliest flu in history.

B．Effective cures should be found to deal with influenza.

C．Health experts had assumed flu would be severer.

D．More people died of influenza than expected in the winter of 2017-2018.

2. How many deaths did the health officials expect in a bad year?

A．80,000.	B．40,000.
C．60,000.	D．20,000.

3. Why can't CDC officials give an exact number of deaths from flu?

A．Because flu is always considered as a common disease.

B．Because people usually don't take flu seriously.

C．Because CDC officials are unwilling to count the deaths.

D．Because flu is not always listed on death records.

4. What do experts recommend people to do in the last paragraph?

A．Change the vaccine.	B．Avoid using vaccine.
C．Get vaccinated.	D．Do research on vaccine.

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1. What makes Neck Massager so effective?

A．Its working methods.	B．Its well-designed look.
C．The 2 AAA batteries.	D．The long working time.

2. What does Pat Sullivan think of the device?

A．It is light.	B．It is oversized.
C．It is simple to use.	D．It is safe to operate.

3. How much will you have to pay if you buy one in March,2020?

A．£23.

B．£46.

C．£69.

D．£92.

10 . The Liangzhu ruins in Hangzhou, pointing to an established Chinese civilisation 5,000 years ago,   have been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Every Chinese child is taught at school that the country's civilisation is 5,000 years old, but proving this beyond doubt has been a problem.

Now, a jade artifact(玉器)named “King of Cong”, found in the Liangzhu city ruins near Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, has provided an answer. Accordingto radiocarbon dating(放射性碳定年法),the 6.5kg object is 5,300 years old. It is one ofthe largest objects among all Cong from Liangzhu. The piece has now won greater global recognition.

However, the site has far more than just things made of jade.The main area, spread over14.3 square kilometers in the Yuhang area of Hangzhou, includes not only a city’s ruins but 11 dams and several cemeteries(墓地), all about 5,000 years old. Archaeological facts show that people lived in Liangzhu for about a thousand years.

“The archaeological ruins of Liangzhu (3300-2300 BCE) show an early state with a unified belief system based on growing rice in Late Neolithic China(中国新石器时代晚期). ”the UNESCO World Heritage Committee said.“These ruins are an extremely good example of early city civilisation expressed in town planning, a water conservation system and a social order which can be seen in where and how people were buried in cemeteries within the ruins.”

According to studies led by Liu Bin, director of the Zhejiang Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology, the inner part of theancient city ruins covers 2.8 square kilometers, about five times the area of the Forbidden City in Beijing, and the outer city spreads across 6.3 square kilometers. Liu said it was the biggest city ruins site of its time to be found in China, and was also one of the largest cities of its day in the world.

1. ________ can prove that China has a civilisation of 5,000 years old?

A．The king named Cong.	B．The archaeological ruins of Liangzhu.
C．The UNESCO World Heritage Committee.	D．The historical site at Hangzhou dam.

2. What do we know about the ancient Liangzhu city?

A．A different system of value in the region.	B．The end of Chinese civilisation.
C．The biggest city ruins all over the world.	D．The whole area—9.1 square kilometers.

3. Why is the Forbidden City mentioned in the last paragraph?

A．To focus on the great achievements.

B．To inform us of the importance about architecture.

C．To stress the large scale of ancient Liangzhu city.

D．To present advanced technology and outstanding civilisation.