1 . Bright Side did some research on many places throughout the world where you can buy a house for 1 dollar or for free!
Roubaix, France
If you like France, Roubaix located in the north of France is just for you. The local authorities want it to be populated and attractive. You can buy a small house in the industrial district for just $1. The buyer is supposed to live in this house for 3 years.
Buffalo. USA
Buffalo offers whoever qualifies to buy a house for $1. All you need is to be a lawful citizen of the city and invest amount of money into its decoration（装修. Doing this, the authorities are hoping to make the city beautiful again without spending money.
Liverpool, Great Britain
In Liverpool, most of houses were abandoned by the working class during the years of unemployment. The government is trying to sell the houses for just $1. If you want to buy such a house, it has to be your first deal on buying property (不动产).
Candela, Italy
If you still have any doubts about spending SI on a house, you should know: the government will pay you some money, if you move to Candela. In order to be paid, you need to become a permanent （永久的）citizen and have an income of $7500 per year. If moving alone, you will get S800, and if you are going with your family, the pay can be four times as much as only one person.
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1. Why do the authorities of Buffalo provide a house for people with 1$?| A．To improve the lives of poor people. |
| B．To make the city attractive at no cost. |
| C．To solve the problems of employment. |
| D．To attract people to the industrial areas. |
| A．You need to be an unemployed citizen. |
| B．You should live in the house for 3 years. |
| C．You must make the first house purchase. |
| D．You have to repair and decorate the house. |
| A．a textbook. | B．a magazine. |
| C．the Internet. | D．an announcement. |
Have fun with Stamps collecting … Join the Collectors Club today! If you enjoy learning all about stamps, then the Royal Mail’s Collectors Club is for you. Join the club and discover the fascinating world of stamps. There are over 70,000 members and it is one of the biggest clubs of its kind in the country. Become a member today and you will receive lots of wonderful stamp collecting goodies… ●A Starter Pack… And every two months … ●Collectors club magazine ●Collectors Corner supplement And every year… ●A new Stamp Calendar ●A set of Album Pages Join today! It won’t cost you much to experience the fun of stamp collecting. | Collectors Club Starter Pack 1. 100 used stamps 2. The Collectors Club Guide to Collecting 3. The latest Collectors Club magazine (packed with news and views about stamps, quizzes and competitions, all in color) 4. Album pages 5. Badge and stickers 6. Membership card 7. Royal Mail Stamp Calendar * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Already Registered? Sign In Here! Learn More View a Flash presentation about our club (3.51 MB) |
1. Join the club and you are likely to get the following EXCEPT___________.
| A．a starter pack | B．bi-monthly magazines | C．a set of rare stamps | D．a new calendar |
| A．how much you must pay to become a member of the club |
| B．today is the last day for stamp collectors to join the club |
| C．members may receive a set of album pages every month |
| D．Collectors Club is among the largest clubs of its kind in the country. |
| A．In a newspaper. | B．On a web page. | C．In a magazine. | D．On a TV program. |
3 . Improve your reading, writing and math skills
Through the Literacy and Basic Skills program, you will learn reading, writing, math and other basic skills (e. g. computer) to help you prepare for:
● employment
● college studies
● independence
● school credit
These courses are free and available in English or French. There are courses designed for local people and Deaf people as well.
RequirementsTo take these courses you have to:
● be an Ontario resident
● be 16 years old or older
● have reading, writing and math skills below the grade 12 level
Learn in a classroomYou can take these free classroom courses at more than 300 locations across the province.
Find out more by contacting Employment Ontario.
Learn onlineYou can learn online as one way of the Literacy and Basic Skills program.
Four different organizations in Ontario offer free online courses tailored to you. Find out more about learning online:
● in French
● in English
● as a local person
● as a Deaf person
1. What will the program fail to help you prepare for?| A．Employment. | B．College studies. |
| C．Entrance exam. | D．Independence. |
| A．Two. | B．Three. |
| C．Four. | D．Five. |
| A．Entertainment. | B．Education. |
| C．Health. | D．Science. |
4 . Backcountry for beginners: the best destinations in Canada
When carried out safely, your first backcountry trip will leave you lifelong memories, opening a getaway into nature. But the leap from car camping to backcountry requires preparation and learning. Here are some recommended trips for backcountry beginners:
Grundy Lake Provincial Park
The park’s 9 backcountry sites are a 30-minute paddle (划船) away. Grundy Lake is motor-boat free. Your sites are quiet enough for a true backcountry trip. Each site comes equipped with a fire pit (坑) and a picnic table.
Bon Echo Provincial Park
Many visitors don’t know about the 25 canoe-in campsites located on Joeperry and Pearson Lakes. A short canoe trip of 30-minute will get you to your campsite. At each campsite, you will find a picnic table, tent space and a toilet nearby.
Charleston Lake Provincial Park
Experience the best of the Canadian Shield, and hike or paddle your way to 10 backcountry campsites. Travel time can range from 10 minutes to 2 hours. All sites come equipped with elevated tent platforms, a picnic table, a fire grill, and a toilet.
Murphys Point Provincial Park
Paddle through Big Rideau Lake (part of the historic Rideau waterway) to access 14 backcountry campsites. Most are located 5-45 minutes away from the boat launch. You’ll find a picnic table, tent space, and a pit toilet nearby each site. Paddle back to visit Murphys’ piece of living history: the Mica Mine!
Remember: backcountry travel requires careful consideration of packing, route planning, meal planning, safety, and your skill level.
1. You can do the followings at Grundy Lake Provincial Park EXCEPT _______.| A．Paddling. | B．Having a picnic. | C．Cooking. | D．Taking a motor-boat. |
| A．Grundy Lake Provincial Park. | B．Bon Echo Provincial Park. |
| C．Charleston Lake Provincial Park. | D．Murphys Point Provincial Park. |
| A．Health. | B．Travel. | C．Education. | D．Science. |
5 . 4 Most-Visited Beaches in the World
Ready for heaven? Plan a visit to one of these most popular beaches on the globe.
Whitehaven Beach, Australia
This place is accessible only by boat,helicopter or seaplane. The sand here doesn't keep heat the way most other types of sand do,making it easy to walk barefoot comfortably all day.Camp facilities are provided for overnight visitors,but plan ahead for reservations as this slice of heaven is in high demand.
Lanikai Beach, Hawaii
Being a heavenly sea it is a bit difficult to find . The powdery white sand and turquoise waters here are some of Hawaii’s best Perfectly suitable for sunrise watching, its beauty is unparalleied with picture-perfect views of two tropical islands just offshore.The closest bathrooms ,picnic tables, and outdoor showers are nearby at Kailua Beach Park.
Horseshoe Bay, Bermuda
This rosy pink sandy beach is Bermuda's most famous. The dramatic rock formations surrounding the crystal-clear water are home to hidden caves and coves perfect for adventure seekers.Climb to the top of the tallest rock formation to catch a stellar sunrise .Beach chairs,umbrellas,paddle boards,and more are available for rent.
Cayo Coco Beach, Cuba
Cayo Coco Beach was the setting for several scenes in Hemingway's Islands in the Stream and The Old Man and the Sea. The cays（珊瑚礁，沙洲）here are protected by a stunning coral reef that ensures calm beaches and makes this a top spot for diving and snorkelling（潜泳）.Many resorts on the island provide a number of water sports.
1. What do we know about WhiteHaven Beach, Australia?| A．Visitors could get to the place by train . |
| B．Visitors could walk barefoot comfortably at noon. |
| C．The sand there keeps a lot of heat. |
| D．It doesn't need to reserve ahead of time. |
| A．White Haven Beach, Australia. | B．Lanikai Beach, Hawaii. |
| C．Cayo Coco Beach, Cuba. | D．Horseshoe Bay, Bermuda. |
| A．Sport. | B．Business. |
| C．News. | D．Travel. |
6 . Driving in a foreign country is always different in at least some ways from driving in your own country. Here are some general points regarding driving in New Zealand.
● Visitors wishing to drive in New Zealand do not require an international driver's licenses but are required to carry their local driver's license whenever driving.
● Vehicles drive on the left-hand side of the road as they do in Britain, Australia, and Japan. Most rental vehicles will have a sticker reminding you of this important fact.
● When the traffic light is red, you must stop. There is no left turn rule as in North America.
● New Zealand road rules follow international standards but please note that in New Zealand vehicles turning left must give way to traffic turning right.
● In general, if you are turning left (where there are give-way signs or no signs), give way to vehicles that not turning. In all other situations, give way to vehicles crossing or coming from your right.
● Seat belts must be worn at all times while driving in New Zealand. This stands for the driver and passengers. The driver is responsible for ensuring all passengers are wearing their seatbelts.
● Do not drink alcohol before driving in New Zealand-drinking and driving laws are strictly enforced.
● Speed limits are in kilometers per hour (kph), not miles per hour (mph).
Speed conversion: 1 kph equals 0.621mph; 1 mph equals 1.61 kph.
● The speed limit on the open road is 100km/h. In towns and cities the speed limit is 50km/h. Be sure to obey all school crossing speed reductions as speed cameras operate regularly throughout New Zealand.
For further information and up to date road conditions visit: http://www. transit. govt. nz
1. What can be learned from the passage?
| A．A passenger's not wearing the seat belt has little to do with the driver. |
| B．There will be a reminder for driver to remember to drive on the left side. |
| C．Cars passing a school in towns should drive at a speed of less than 31 mph. |
| D．A foreign driver is expected to have a driving license issued by New Zealand. |
| A．In Figure 1, Car B must give way to Car A. |
| B．In Figure 2, Car B must give way to Car A. |
| C．In Figure 3, Car B must give way to Car A. |
| D．In Figure 4, Car B must give way to Car A. |
| A．a travel brochure for locals |
| B．a website travel introduction |
| C．an advertisement of travel |
| D．a travel column in a geographical magazine |
| Kingsway Hall Hotel We offer quality service (优质服务) in Kingsway Hall Hotel. This location puts guests in easy reach of many places, such as the British Museum and Piccadilly Circus. Our hotel also has modern Western food, and offers a perfect dining environment. The lounge bar is a comfortable place to enjoy a drink while watching the tourists. There are hundreds of dining choices within walking distance. Non-smoking rooms are ready for guests. Hilton Docklands Riverside Located on the bank of the Thames, our hotel is about two miles east of Tower Bridge and 36 miles from London Heathrow Airport. Our hotel has a beauty salon, a flower shop and a swimming pool. The hotel also offers laundry (洗衣店) services, babysitting, shining shoes, and local area transportation. Windermere Hotel Located in the center of London, our hotel puts guests within easy reach of London’s well-known buildings. Buckingham Palace and the Royal Parks are just a short walk away. Within 1.5 miles you can visit Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament. The theatres, Harrods shopping centre, and the designer shops of Sloane Square and Knightsbridge are all only a short walk away or a taxi ride away. |
1. What does Kingsway Hall Hotel provide for its guests?
| A．Chinese food. | B．A lounge bar. |
| C．Smoking rooms. | D．A swimming pool. |
| A．It offers different kinds of service. | B．It offers a reasonable price. |
| C．It has convenient transport. | D．It has delicious food. |
| A．a travel guide | B．a story book |
| C．a technical report | D．a geography magazine |
The igloo if a house built of ice or snow and is still in use today in more primitive areas of Canada’s north. The Inuit people find them the best type of housing, especially when away from home on hunting or fishing trips.The igloos used o such trips are smaller and only temporary homes to be used for a few nights at most. Igloos are dome shaped（圆顶形的）and made of blocks of ice or snow.First a hole is dug out in the snow and this forms the lower part of the igloo.Then the blocks of ice or snow are built in a slope inwards and upwards from this base.Often a short tunnel leads to the door.This prevents the cold winds and snow blowing into the structure.
Tipis（or tepees）are the conical（圆锥形的）tents used by the majority of native People
across America.Some Canadian aboriginal people still prefer them to other types of housing. These structures are formed by a frame of poles covered with, usually, either buffalo hide（水牛皮）or birch bark（桦树皮）.A hole at the top lets out the smoke from the cooking fires. Native people mostly travel from place to place, following their food supple across the countryside. Tepees are easy to take down, carry and put up at the next stopping place.
Another type of house iS the long house.This is exactly what the name suggests-a long narrow building that could house ten to twenty families.Built of poles covered with hides, the houses are common to the Iroquois people of Ontario and New York.These structures are also on the west coast by the Squeamish Indians.They are usually occupied by an exended family and divided into individual rooms,each with its own cooking fire.They are decorated with totem emblems （图腾标志）and a totem pole by the front door tells the history of the family.
1. Which of the following pictures matches with the igloo?
A．  | B．  |
C．  | D．  |
| A．catch the animals | B．decorate the igloo |
| C．fasten the igloo | D．keep the igloo warm |
| A．It has a hole at the top. |
| B．It is made of poles covered with hides. |
| C．lt can be easily carried everywhere. |
| D．It has a firm base made of ice. |
| A．Squeamish Indians | B．Long houses |
| C．Families | D．Individual rooms |
| A．In a medical journal. | B．In a science report. |
| C．In a culture magazine. | D．In a biology textbook. |
1. Do not wear a money belt. This makes you an instant target.
2. Cameras of all kinds are a favourite with snatchers. Feel free to use them within the Starehe Campus and the hotel grounds but not in the streets.
3. Ladies’ handbags are also a regular snatch. Avoid carrying one, and if you must, be alert and hold on to it tightly.
4. Jewellery and even glasses with valuable frames are also often targeted. Bear this in mind.
5. When in a vehicle keep the doors always locked, and the windows only slightly open — especially at traffic lights, junctions and in slow moving traffic.
6. Beware of street children, their begging often quickly transforms into something more unpleasant.
7. Stay with the main party all the time, and avoid wandering off on your own.
8. Finally, the best defence is to be alert at all times and conscious of your environment. Should you have any problem or need help at any hour of the day or night, call any of the following and they will do their best for you.
Office fixed, home fixed and mobile phones:
● Kenndy Hongo 763856 761221 763182 761294
● Fred Okono 761221 764988 604490
● Edwin Otieno 761221 761642 763011 701279
1. This selection must be delivered by _______.
| A．the Nairobi city government |
| B．the police of the Nairobi Airport |
| C．the organizer of the seminar (研讨会) |
| D．Kennedy Hong, a detective |
| A．Fred Okono and his fellow workmates are very kind and helpful |
| B．Nairobi is a large city which is very developed |
| C．the crime problem is very serious in the city of Nairobi |
| D．they should not have paid a visit to Nairobi, and should buy a ticket back immediately |
| A．something unpleasant could happen to you if you use a camera during the seminar |
| B．ladies must not wear a handbag or any jewellery |
| C．in the hotels of Nairobi, it might be dangerous to stay in a single room |
| D．everything will be OK if you always watch out and are clear about the surroundings |
[1] Look at the center circles of Diagram A and Diagram B. Which of the centre circles looks larger?
[2] Take a first look and you probably think that the centre circle in Diagram A is smaller than that in Diagram B. In fact, they are exactly the same size.
[3]Then look at the picture on the right.What do you see? A vase? Or two faces? Does the picture change quickly from one to the other again and again? Maybe or maybe not, but you can see them at the same time.
[4]“What’s happening? Is something wrong with my eyes?” You may wonder at what you see. Don’t worry. Here is how it goes:
[5]When we look at things, our eyes send messages to our brains and then our brains interpret (解释) the information. However, sometimes our brains interpret the received information in a wrong way. It seems that our eyes are playing a joke on us. This often happens and we call it “Visual illusion(幻觉)”.
[6] Movie makers often make use of illusions. They make the objects around actors much smaller or bigger than usual. This makes us believe that the actors are much larger or smaller than they usually are. The movies Jurassic Park and Honey J shrunk the kids just make use of illusions.
1. In which column of a magazine can you read the above text?| A．Culture. | B．Science. | C．Humour. | D．Education. |
| A．something is wrong with our eyes |
| B．the two circles are not of the same size |
| C．our brains interpret the information wrongly |
| D．pictures change quickly from one to the other |
| A．The second one. | B．The third one. |
| C．The fifth one. | D．The sixth one. |
a. We look at things with our eyes.
b. Our brains interpret the messages.
c. Our brains tell us what we have seen.
d. Our eyes send messages to our brains.
| A．a-d-b-c | B．c-a-b-d | C．a-c-d-b | D．b-e-a-d |
| A．help the actors look better | B．make the actors much braver |
| C．help the actors become stronger | D．make the actors seem different in size |
