1 . Discover the Huge Health Benefits of Strength Training
One of the best ways to stay fit and healthy as you age is to do strength and power training exercises. It is known that when you are in your thirties, you will begin to lose muscle mass. This loss actually contributes to achy joints, the increased risk of injury, and the “middle-age spread” we all fear. What’s more, the older you get, the faster muscle mass loses. It means that eventually, simple tasks like getting out of a chair and climbing stairs can become more difficult.
Strength training can help you build muscles, make you strong, increase your staying power and make everyday activities easier. By combining strength and power training exercises, you’ll not only get stronger, but also improve your reaction speed. As you grow older, that’s critical because it can help prevent falls. Here is a book, Strength and Power Training for All Ages, for your reference.
Common sense about fitness in the book:·The key muscles to work for an injury-free body
·How to tell how much weight is suitable for you
·How to strengthen the bones most likely to break
·How to take pressure off your knees when walking or running
·Why you’ll want to apply heat to sore joints before you exercise
Four total body workouts in the book:·Build bones
·Fight diseases
·Improve balance
·Strengthen muscles &Increase muscle power
Get a copy, start training, and then you’ll discover a whole new self.
1. What will happen as people age according to paragraph 1?A.They will need less exercise. |
B.They will improve reaction speed. |
C.They will experience muscle loss. |
D.They will have better staying power. |
A.Train their brains. | B.Build a sound body. |
C.Treat bone diseases. | D.Cut down their weight. |
A.A notice. | B.An oral folktale. |
C.A scientific paper. | D.An advertisement. |
2 . Britain is arguably the great walking nation. About two-thirds of us already head out to stretch our legs once a week. The following festivals offer a wealth of organized walks, but walkers should register in advance.
Prestatyn and Clwydian Range festival
Visitors to Wales tend to move west, to either the well-worn tracks of Snowdonia or the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. There are 25 walks packed into the three days, with various options available, including a half-mile Roman-themed adventure, an eight-mile walk exploring the life of 18th-century Welsh naturalist and travel writer Thomas Pennant and a 21-mile Offa’s Dyke challenge. All walks are free.
Denbighshire, Wales, 19-21 May
Otley walking festival
This local festival has grown from humble origins in 2000 into a busy schedule of 50 short-distance walks and events celebrating the lives and landscapes of Wharfedale in West Yorkshire. One might enjoy the Five Pubs Walk, Walking With Wine, Four More Pubs or Lost Pubs of Otley. All walks are free, though there is sometimes a small charge for transport.
Otley, West Yorkshire, 24 June-3 July
Dartmoor offroading walking festival
Dartmoor delights (使高兴) walkers because, while tracks are there to be followed, the lack of wire and other barriers, and the relatively small number of farm buildings on the higher ground, create a sensation of freedom. The six free wheelchair walks, starting daily at 11am, explore Dartmoor’s industrial history, bronze age valuables and Victorian railway builders.
Devon, 27 August-2 September
Gower walking festival
With more superb walking options inside a single landscape than perhaps anywhere else, the Gower peninsula (半岛) sometimes feels as if it’s all coast. The further information for this nine-day festival, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Wales Coast Path (WCP), has yet to be finalized. Half of the walks offered during the festival will be on the coastal path, £10 adults, over-sixes £6.
Glamorgan, 2-10 September
1. Which festival is friendly to the disabled?A.Prestatyn and Clwydian Range festival. | B.Otley walking festival. |
C.Dartmoor offroading walking festival. | D.Gower walking festival. |
A.It has the most superb walking options. | B.Half of the walks last for a whole week. |
C.It’s aimed to advocate coastal protection. | D.The final details remain to be confirmed. |
A.They are offered free of charge. | B.They require prior registeration. |
C.They take advantage of the coast. | D.They are physically demanding. |
3 . 2023 Illustration(插画) Competition
Welcome to enter for the Communication Arts Illustration Competition, most respected and admired in the industry for creativity in illustration. Each winner will receive a professionalized Award of Excellence, a trophy (奖杯) and a certificate. This award is one of the most desired awards. If chosen, winning will place you in the highest position of your industry.
What To Enter WithAny illustration first published or produced from Jan. 2023 to Jan. 2024 is qualified. Entries may originate from any country. Descriptions in English are necessary for the judges to read.
Entries Can Be Submitted (提交) In The Following FormatsDigital Images: RGB images in JPG format with a maximum file size of 2 MB. GIF images may be livelier, but would be turned down, and so would the PNG ones.
Dlustration Competition Categories & Entry FeesCategory | Single illustration | Series of illustration |
Books (covers, jackets, etc.) | $40 | $80 (limit of 5) |
Motions (media for films, videos, etc) | $90 | $180 (limit of 3) |
Student Work | $20 (Image) $45 (Video) | $40 (limit of 5) $90 (limit of 3) |
Late Fees
Entries must be registered no later than Jan. 13,2024. Entries registered after that date will be charged a fee of $ 10 each. No entries can be registered after Jan. 27, 2024.
1. What will the winner get?A.A tailor-made award certificate. | B.A chance for overseas study. |
C.Widely accepted in the industry. | D.Prize money from Communication Arts. |
A.An image with 1MB JPG format. | B.A motion published within 2 years. |
C.A series for jackets of 10 illustrations. | D.A student work without English introduction. |
A.$ 80. | B.$ 120. | C.$ 110. | D.$ 90. |
4 . Guide to the University
The TWU Cafeteria (Food)
The TWU Cafeteria is open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. It serves snacks (小吃), drinks, ice cream bars and meals. You can pay with cash or your ID cards. You can add meal money to your ID cards at the Front Desk. Even if you do not buy your food in the cafeteria, you can use the tables to eat your lunch, to have meetings and to study.
The Globe (Relaxation)
The Globe, located in the bottom level of McMillan Hall, is available for relaxing, studying, cooking, and eating. Monthly activities are held here for all international students. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., closed on Sundays.
The Wellness Centre (Health)
Located on the top floor of Douglas Hall, the Wellness Centre is built for physical, emotional and social health. A doctor and nurse is available if you have health questions or need immediate medical help or personal advice. The cost of this is included in your medical insurance. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.
The Writing Centre (Academic Support)
All students have access to the Writing Centre on the upper floor of Douglas Hall. Here, qualified volunteers will work with you on written work, grammar, vocabulary, and other academic skills. You can sign up for an appointment on the sign-up sheet outside the door two 30 –minute appointments per week maximum. This service is free.
1. What can you do in the TWU Cafeteria?A.Do homework and watch TV. |
B.Buy drinks and enjoy concerts. |
C.Have meetings and study. |
D.Add money to your ID and play chess. |
A.The Globe, Friday | B.The Lower Café, Sunday |
C.The TWU Cafeteria, Friday | D.The McMillan Hall, Sunday. |
A.food | B.relaxation | C.academic support | D.health |
A.News. | B.Science. | C.Business | D.Advertisement |
1. How long will it take to complete the writing course?
A.2 hours. | B.4 hours. | C.4.5 hours. | D.6 hours. |
A.a study plan | B.written works | C.text summaries | D.a questionnaire |
A.Writing for your course. | B.How to be a time manager. |
C.A better reader. | D.Which position for me. |
A.A science report. | B.A website. | C.A guidebook. | D.A menu. |
6 . Te Papa Tongarewa
Te Papa Tongarewa is the museum of art, science, and the natural history of New Zealand. The name translates to “our container of treasured things and people that spring from mother earth here in New Zealand”.
Te Papa is open every day from 10 am to 6 pm, except on Christmas Day. Admission is free for everyone, but charges apply to certain exhibitions and events.
·Guided tours
Introducing Te Papa Tour will give you a great opportunity to understand the various views and cultures you will meet throughout New Zealand.
Te Papa@Twilight Tour is an excellent choice to avoid the crowds and discover Te Papa’s highlights as the sun begins to set. You can discuss our diverse natural environment, and the continued growth of Maori culture with a private guide.
Take a journey with Maori Experience Kinaki Tour, to discover how first peoples of the land have formed unique foods provided by the natural world. The tour will conclude with a shared kai, traditionally-inspired food tasting.
·Plan an education visit
If you are an educator, choose from our range of education programmes. Each can be adapted to your needs. Both in-person and virtual visits are accessible.
We recommend booking at least two weeks ahead of time.
During the visit, we require you to bring adults to supervise (管理) students closely as you are responsible for their safety.
Food and drinks(except bottled water)are not allowed in exhibition areas. Schools are welcome to eat lunch in the outdoor courtyard. You may also choose to buy lunches from our café and are welcome to use cafe space to eat.
1. According to the passage, Te Papa Tongarewa ______.A.shows local collections | B.is full of worldwide treasures |
C.hosts all the events for free | D.is open the whole year round |
A.Introducing Te Papa Tour. | B.Te Papa@Twilight Tour. |
C.An education programme. | D.Maori Experience Kinaki Tour. |
A.booking a week ahead is required | B.the museum ensures students’ safely |
C.eating in exhibition areas is accepted | D.the museum supports personalized service |
7 . The Ultimate Guide to STEM Competitions & Events
STEM competitions allow individuals or student teams to solve a specific challenge or problem through science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. The followings are different events at this time.
Congressional App Challenge
What: Students must code and build an app by themselves. The apps are judged in district-wide competitions.
Who: High school students.
When: From June 15 to November 1, 2023.
Where: Online.
Prize: Winners receive a free trip to display their work in the Capitol Building.
Regeneron Science Talent Search
What: Entrants must conduct an original independent research project. Besides application letters, recommendation letters and transcripts(成绩单) are also needed.
Who: Any student in their senior year of high school.
When: From June 1 to November 8, 2023.
Where: Selected finalists will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington D. C. for in-depth judging.
Prize: Over $2 million in awards are given; first-place prize is $ 250,000.
THINK Challenges
What: This competition is for high school students who are in the early stages of an original research project, rather than being fully completed.
Who: High school students.
When: 2023 registration is closed; 2024 details are to be decided and will likely open in November 2023.
Where: Online.
Prize: Selected finalists are invited to a 4-day all-expenses-paid trip to MIT’s campus to meet professors in their field of research! $1000 will be given.
Source America Design Challenge
What: Student teams are to use STEM concepts to create a totally new product that empowers people with disabilities.
Who: High school and collegiate-level students.
When: Registration for Design Challenge 2022 is still live!
Where: The finals take place in Washington D. C.
Prize: Grand prize is $ 8,000 per team and $ 6,000 to the affiliated school.
1. In the STEM competitions, participants can ________.
A.design an app based on judges’ choices | B.create an invention to help the disabled |
C.present a fully completed research project | D.get recommendation letters from professors |
A.THINK Challenges | B.Congressional App Challenge |
C.Regeneron Science Talent Search | D.Source America Design Challenge |
A.They must be available for an outing trip. | B.They must register 2023 competitions. |
C.They must be high school seniors. | D.They must submit original works. |
8 . Top Family-Friendly Events in January
These family-friendly events and activities at popular spots in and around Denver will surely entertain you.
ZooLights: Glow Wild Jan. 1—14
The Denver Zoo’s yearly holiday light show is on until Jan. 14, allowing families one or more opportunities to enjoy the city’s zoo, with millions of lights giving an added dimension to the festivities.
Glow Wild, 765 N. Galvin Pkwy., Denver, denverzoo.org, $12.95 members, $14.95 general admission.
Joy Park Snow Days Jan. 14—28
A new, multi-faceted winter experience is taking over the Children’s Museum’s Joy Park. Take a slide down the Snow Hill, go ice skating, cozy up by fire pits with hot cocoa, take a photo in giant snow globe, and try your hand at curling.
Children’s Museum of Denver, Marsico Campus, joypark.com, $15 ages 2—59, $13 ages 1 and 60+, $1 Explorer Pass, free under age 1 and members.
Family Fun Winterfest Jan. 29
OdySea Aquarium in the Desert is hosting the third annual Family Fun Winterfest in its Desert Courtyard, featuring real snow for the kids to play in. This free event features everything from bounce houses to rides, games, snowflake crafts and face painting to go with various stands set up by local sellers, with food and other offerings for sale at the event.
8520 E. Via de Ventura, Denver, odyseainthedesert.com, free.
Youth & Teen Art Classes Jan.13—Feb. 3
Create Arts Center is hosting a four-week youth art course on Saturdays to teach artistic skills and knowledge through fun and challenging art classes in a wide variety of art materials, including painting, drawing, mixed media and sculpture, ensuring mentally stimulating sessions for all. Classes are designed for a variety of experience levels from beginners through advanced students.
Create Arts Center, 1 E. Main St, Denver, createartscenter.org or 301-588-2787, $98.
1. How can you get a discounted ticket to the ZooLights show?
A.By bringing a friend. | B.By getting a membership. |
C.By joining a tour group. | D.By booking a ticket online. |
A.Have free food. | B.Take art classes. |
C.Enjoy real snow. | D.Meet local artists. |
A.ZooLights: Glow Wild | B.Joy Park Snow Days |
C.Youth & Teen Art Classes | D.Family Fun Winterfest |
9 . The Common Young Writers Program (TCYWP) welcomes high school students passionate about creative writing to join our virtual classes for two inspiring weeks dedicated to fiction writing. Students will learn and experiment with the key building blocks of fiction and be guided through the process of writing and revising their own short stories. At the end of the program, students will emerge more confident in their skills and more connected to a supportive writing community.
Taught by the editors and editorial assistants of Amherst College’s literary magazine, the summer course run Monday-Friday and are open to all high school students.
Fiction Class
Our fiction class guides students through the process of writing a short story. No previous writing experience is necessary. Through daily writing assignments and class meetings, students will learn about the key building blocks of fiction and will each complete their own short story by the end of the course. In addition to submitting daily assignments, students will meet as a group with our instructors online. Students will also meet individually with an instructor to discuss their own short stories, and will not only receive written feedback on their first drafts and final stories, but on all daily assignments.
Students should expect to spend around 3-4 hours each day on their assignments, including meeting times. Class size will be small, and we’ll break into small groups for discussions during each session.
Cost & Scholarships
The cost of the TCYWP two-week program is $725. We hope that no student will let financial difficulty prevent them from applying. Tuition waivers (学费减免) will be awarded to students with strong applications who cannot attend the program without financial assistance. In the application, students will have the opportunity to briefly describe their financial circumstances and state the amount they could afford to pay, if any, if accepted into the program. No documentation is required. Contact us at info@thecommononline.com, if there is any question.
1. Participants of the Common Young Writers Program will ______.A.attend a virtual learning course |
B.meet great writers from colleges |
C.become passionate about writing |
D.gain confidence in writing reports |
A.complete a writing assignment every day |
B.discuss their own story in a group meeting |
C.prove they have previous writing experience |
D.spend more than 4 hours on their assignments |
A.Recommendation from the TCYWP office. |
B.Certificate of the academic achievement. |
C.Documents to prove the need of financial help. |
D.Application to explain the financial difficulties. |
Experience the Colorado River the Hualapai Way! Since 1973, Hualapai River Runners has been conducting whitewater rafting (漂流) journeys on the Colorado River. Our experienced guides expertly sail along the river and share the history of the Canyon and the Hualapai people with you. Visitors experience the excitement of whitewater rapids and then stop to enjoy the impressive beauty of Travertine Falls and a tasty lunch. No charge for children two years old and under. One-Day Trip Retail $249.00+$79.00 (helicopter and round-trip ground transportation) Whitewater rafting tours begin in Peach Springs. Hualapai River Runners transports you to Diamond Creek, which is the starting point for the 37-mile rafting tour. Lunch is included and upon arrival at the rafting tour termination point, flyout of the Grand Canyon by helicopter to Grand Canyon West. Two-Day Trip Retail $549.00+$79.00 (helicopter and round-trip ground transportation) Two-day rafting trip with one night on the Colorado River allows more time to explore one of the Seven Wonders of the World. All supplies and meals are included. Tours Include: ·Round-trip transportation from Peach Springs to the starting point and from the termination point back to Peach Springs. ·Snack, drinks and lunch (vegetarian meals available upon request) ·Waterproof dry bags for storing your cameras, sunscreen, dry clothes, etc The helicopter part of transportation is weather permitting. If the helicopter transportation is cancelled because of bad weather, the raft will continue an additional two hours to South Cove and a maximum $20.00 per customer will be given back. Special Website booking rate 15% off rafting in July. So book now! Call us Toll Free Today! Tel: 1-888-868-9378 |
1. Where do whitewater rafting tours start?
A.Grand Canyon. | B.Diamond Creek. | C.Travertine Falls. | D.Grand Canyon West. |
A.you will get $20 back if you are dissatisfied | B.Hualapai River Runners provides dry clothes |
C.the trip is free of charge for children under two | D.online booking has a better offer all year round |
A.A helicopter ride to Grand Canyon West. |
B.A 37-mile rafting tour starting in Peach Springs |
C.Single-trip ground transportation from Peach Springs. |
D.One night on the Colorado River with all supplies and meals. |
A.To attract people to the sights. |
B.To explore the Hualapai culture. |
C.To explain how to make a rafting trip. |
D.To introduce the history of the Colorado River. |