1. Who is the main audience for the announcement?
| A．Soccer players. | B．Parents of soccer players. | C．The youngest soccer players. |
| A．They are too young to play. |
| B．The transportation will be arranged by the speaker. |
| C．There aren’t enough players to make teams. |
| A．Some insurance. | B．Some reservations. | C．Some paperwork. |
| A．His name is Steve. | B．His child plays soccer. | C．He is a soccer coach. |
2 . NY Giants game-by-game predictions for the 2023 NFL season
Week 1:vs Cowboys
Sunday, Sept.10, 8:20 p.m.
At some point, the Giants are going to have to break through and prove they can play at the level of Dallas and Philadelphia in the NFC East. Dak Prescott has had their number for awhile now, too. But let’s just say Big Blue rides the momentum of being at home in the opener.
Prediction: Win
Week 2:at Cardinals
Sunday, Sept.17, 8:05 p.m.
It’s unlikely that Kyler Murray is on the field to face the Giants this early in his ACL recovery. That’s a positive for the defense, and I can see the Cardinals being out manned here as Daniel Jones tests this defense being put together by new head coach Jonathan Gannon.
Prediction: Win
Week 3:at 49ers
Thursday, Sept.21, 8:15 p.m.
This is a tough spot, even if the Giants stay out west and practice in Phoenix in order to cut down on the short-week travel to California for this one. The 49ers are loaded defensively and Christian Mc Caffrey is going to test the Giants’ rebuilt run defense, putting pressure on the revamped middle featuring Bobby Okereke. It’s uncertain which quarterback will be available for San Francisco, and it could be Sam Darnold.
Prediction: Loss
Week 4:vs Seahawks
Monday, Oct.2, 8:20 p.m.
The Giants return home to Met Life for “Monday Night Football” against Geno Smith and his team the Seahawks, who beat Big Blue in their building last year. Let’s say for argument’s sake that the Giants return the favor.
Prediction: Win
1. Which event may see the Giants’ failure?
| A．Week 1:vs Cowboys | B．Week 2:at Cardinals |
| C．Week 3:at 49ers | D．Week 4:vs Seahawks |
| A．A player in the Giants. | B．A coach in Cowboys. |
| C．Manager of Big Blue. | D．An athlete in the Seahawks. |
| A．in the evening. | B．in September. | C．in the same place. | D．by different hosts. |
3 . Depending on your job, you may have the chance to make a kid’s day while at work. Or even better, you may have memories of an adult going the extra mile just to make you smile. For a group of construction workers, the opportunity popped up in the form of a toy truck. Excited to see some building work being done in the area, a small boy paid a visit with his tiny truck as if to join the action. What happened next is something that the little one will surely value forever.
The heart-warming moment was shot in a video that has since gone viral. Wanting to be a part of it all and hoping to see the big excavator at work, the kid placed his wheeled toy under the big metal machine. The machine operator, moved by it all, was grateful and filled the toy truck with earth. With careful precision, as if it were a crucial part of the construction work being done, he made the little boy’s dreams come true. While it’s hard to find the location or the time from the video alone, the excitement of the kid as the machine slowly fills the mini dump truck is universally lovely. Even the other construction workers stop for a while to witness the cute scene. All the while, the kid’s mom holds him firmly to keep everyone safe until the toy truck is full and the machine is still.
While anyone can appreciate the sweetness of a group of adults taking a few minutes to put a smile on a child’s face, the video has had all kinds of positive responses. For some, it brought back memories of seeing construction work and big machines when they were little and being blown away. For others, it allowed them to enjoy the unexpected delicacy of the great machine. If there’s one thing we all can agree on, it’s that the boy wasn’t the only one who benefited from this tiny action. As one editor wrote, “I used to work in the field. I can tell you it made everyone’s day.”
1. Why did the kid come to the construction field?| A．To drive the big excavator alone. | B．To work like a construction worker. |
| C．To get some earth from the field. | D．To see what the construction site is like. |
| A．He held the kid firmly to keep him safe. | B．He stopped for a while to witness the scene. |
| C．He filled the kid’s toy truck with earth. | D．He got off the machine and picked the kid up. |
| A．The video was a great hit. | B．Many adults recalled their bad childhood. |
| C．Only the kid was the winner of the video. | D．People thought the video funny. |
| A．Curious. | B．Amusing. | C．Ambitious. | D．Considerate |
4 . Four Art Study Abroad Programs in 2024
Whether you love art history, dance, photography, writing, or beyond, here are the top art programs to attend in 2024.
The 6-week Gap Year Course in Italy | Art History AbroadProgram length: 6 weeks in summer
Price: $10,000
If you’re interested in studying artists, criticism, and painting techniques during periods like the Renaissance and styles like baroque, Romanesque, and modern art, then this program is for you. It prides itself on not simply teaching art but also culture and an appreciation of beauty.
Creative Internships (实习) in Australia with ABI | ArtBound InitiativeProgram length: 1 month
Price: $3,250
If you’ve ever had an interest in pursuing a career in the creative industry, consider an internship opportunity with ArtBound Initiative. Interns can work in exciting overseas locations while getting one-on-one career coaching from professionals.
The Irish Arts and Culture Program | Irish Gap YearProgram length: 1 semester
Price: $17,000
Explore your own areas of interest as you work side by side with local Irish artists, photographers, writers, and musicians, learning about Ireland’s rich cultural and artistic heritage. Your hands-on experience goes hand in hand with day trips to galleries, museums, and castles, and at the end, you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your works at the Le Cheile Art Expo.
Creative Semester in France | Berridge ProgramsProgram length: 1 semester
Price: $16,500
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced performer or artist, your interests and talents will be nurtured by industry professionals. During your time here, you will work on improving your skills which will end with a feature film or creative performance.
1. Where should you go to obtain career guidance according to the text?| A．France. | B．Australia. | C．Italy. | D．Ireland. |
| A．The 6-week Gap Year Course in Italy. |
| B．Creative Internships in Australia with ABI. |
| C．The Irish Arts and Culture Program. |
| D．Creative Semester in France. |
| A．$3,250. | B．$10,000. | C．$16,500. | D．$17,000. |
5 . Harvest Days
Event Details
Harvest Days has returned bigger and better than ever. This family-fun event falls on 7th & 8th, October from 10:00 a. m. to 5:00 p. m. on Saturday and 11:00 a. m. to 5:00 p. m. on Sunday. This year’s event includes a two-day silent auction (拍卖), staged in the Firehouse. Bid (投标) on a variety of heritage pieces inspired by objects preserved in the museum’s collection. Also, up for bid are a variety of museum passes, experiences, art, wine, beer, and more. All the money will benefit the museum through the work of the Landis Valley Associates.
Tickets will be available at the front gate.
Used to celebrate the harvest of a year’s hard work, Harvest Days is Landis Valley’s oldest and largest family event. Come for demonstrations, exhibits, live music, and children’s activities. Taste varieties of apples and watch them become apple butter and drink. Witness wool go from sheep to clothes. Pick a pumpkin of your very own and then decorate it. All of these and more are packed into two fun-filled days.
This year’s event offers food demonstrations, such as apple butter, processing pork, bake oven and heart h cooking; craft demonstrations, such as coopering, blacksmith, leather, brooms, millinery, weaving, woodwork; craft sales, such as jams & jellies, potteries, soap, candles.
Food will be available for purchase on site. Free parking.
LOCATION: Landis Valley Village & Far m Museum
ADDRESS: 2451 Kissel Hill Road, Lancaster, PA 17601
CONTACT: 717-569-0401
1. Where will the money from the auction finally go?| A．To the bidders. | B．To the museum. |
| C．To the government. | D．To the villagers. |
| A．Adventure and exploration. |
| B．Celebration and education. |
| C．Presentation and advertising. |
| D．Entertainment and exchange. |
| A．There is no charge of parking. |
| B．Apple juice is served for participants. |
| C．It will be held on an open farm in Landies Valley. |
| D．Collection’s of Landis Valley Associates are for sale. |
1. What does the center aim to do?
| A．Offer a relaxing place for sick people to recover. |
| B．Encourage people to live a healthy life. |
| C．Provide a colorful life for the retired people. |
| A．Doing exercise after lunchtime. |
| B．Exercising as planned. |
| C．Trying all kinds of exercise. |
| A．Relaxing in the garden. | B．Watching TV. | C．Holding parties. |
| A．By informing the library of demands. |
| B．By paying a little more booking fee. |
| C．By contacting the people at reception. |
7 . Full day French Riviera eBike Tour
Join us for a full day adventure on this fun eBike tour. We travel through time from medieval fortresses (中世纪堡垒) via Belle Epoque palaces to the modern mansions.
Our eBikes are as easy to ride as a normal bicycle but give you assistance up the hills. We’ve ensured the route is safe, and most of the route is on quiet roads with little traffic.
What you will seeThe port of Nice, Mont Boron, Mont Alban and Villefranche (in the half day tour)
The port of Nice contrasts Old World charms with modern huge yachts (游艇). As we climb up the Mont Boron, we cycle past Elton John’s house at the summit of Mont Boron and the impressive medieval fortress of Mont Alban. Our lunch stop is by the Mediterranean in Villefranche-sur-Mer.
Jaw-dropping views of the French RivieraThroughout this tour, the splendid sea views never stop. The picture paints a thousand words!
Pétanque (a game, played chiefly in the south of France)The iconic pastime of the French Riviera takes a minute to learn and a lifetime to master. The simplicity leaves many players addicted after the first couple of rounds, and you’ll be surprised at how competitive you really are! We play this game under the Mediterranean pine trees until the end of the tour.
Fact Sheet| Start time: | 10 am |
| Duration: | 7 relaxing and fun hours, including: ·1 hr visit to the impressive medieval fortress ·Picnic stop (sandwiches not included) ·1 hr session of Pétanque |
| Lunch: | We have a picnic next to the Pétanque grounds. Bring your own picnic, or pick up sandwiches, drinks and delicious French pastries (not included) at our favourite bakery. |
| Includes: | English-speaking guide, electrically assisted bike, helmet, water bottle |
| Suitahle for: | Active adults and children over 15 and at least 145 em tall. Weight limit: 120 kg/265 lbs. |
| Price: | 125€ per person |
| Cancellation: | Full refund up to the day before the tour. No refund for no-shows. |
1. What concerns the organizer most about the tour?
| A．The safety of the tourist route. | B．The tastes of visitors. |
| C．The free food for picnic. | D．The native-speaking guide. |
| A．Ride up the Mont Boron. | B．Play the game of Pétunque. |
| C．Visit the medieval fortress. | D．Have a picnic in Villefranche-sur-Mer. |
| A．120€. | B．125€. | C．240€. | D．250€. |
8 . Here are some activities you might be interested in.
Watermedia Showcase
Prize: $2,500 first prize, $1,250 second prize
Entry Fee: $35 per entry
Requirements: Open to international artists 18 years of age and older
The Watermedia Showcase awards original art created primarily with water-based media on a surface created for water media. Judged by the editors of Watercolor Artist, all winners and honorable mentions will have their works featured in the magazine.
Jackson’s Painting Prize
Prize: £6,000 first prize
Entry Fee: £5 per entry
Requirements: Open to international artists of all ages
Jackson’s Painting Prize was created to reward excellence in two-dimensional (维度的) works of fine art. Both painting and drawing media are accepted and in addition to the main prize, there are also awards for best watercolor, and people’s choice.
The Lumen Prize for Digital Art
Prize: $4,000 first prize, with a $13,500 total prize fund
Entry Fee: $40 for two works ($ 32 for two works if submitted prior to March 24)
Requirements: Open to artists worldwide
This digital art competition is organized by Lumen Art Projects Ltd, a non-profit organization that’s dedicated to providing new opportunities for digital artists around the world. The contest guidelines are relatively loose — the only requirement is that the submitted artworks must somehow engage with technology.
Animago Award
Prize: £3,000 cash prize for Best Young Production
Entry Fee: Free
Requirements: Open to artists worldwide
For over 20 years the Animago Award competition has spotlighted talent in the fields of 3D animation (动画) and stills, visual effects, visualization, and design. Organized by the German magazine Digital Production, all winners are announced at the annual Animago conference in Munich, Germany.
1. What is special about Watermedia Showcase?| A．Artists needn’t pay any to enter it. | B．Artists of first prize will win £6,000. |
| C．No artist younger than 18 is allowed. | D．It’s organized by a non-profit organization. |
| A．Watermedia Showcase. | B．Jackson’s Painting Prize. |
| C．The Lumen Prize for Digital Art. | D．Animago Award. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．A contest guide. | C．A course plan. | D．An academic article. |
9 . AMTRAK TRAIN TICKETS FROM WASHINGTON TO NEW YORK
Departure | Arrival | Duration | Price | |
Union Station — Penn Station | 1:50 PM | 4:38 PM | 2h 48m | $184 |
Union Station — Penn Station | 4:00 PM | 6:40 PM | 2h 40m | $190 |
Union Station — Penn Station | 10:30 AM | 1:20 PM | 2h 50m | $175 |
Union Station — Penn Station | 8:00 AM | 10:30 AM | 2h 30m | $195 |
Deals and discounts
The train company has a discount policy on train tickets. It offers a discount for family groups (3 or more people) and babies. It offers a 50% discount for babies under the age of 24 months. Disabled people and people with reduced mobility can receive free assistance at the train station and on the train.
Ticket refunds and exchanges
If the passenger has any problem before the trip, the train company allows some kind of changes like: refund if the client won’t travel anymore or schedule changes. But remember, there are cancellation fees that vary according to the advance of the change request.
Boarding on train
It’s important to arrive at the station one hour before your train leaves, so you can check your ticket without problems.
Baggage size and weight limits
Each train company has its own rules about carrying luggage. The company allows the transport of one or two pieces of luggage weighing up to 20kg.
Pets on train
American train companies do not allow the transport of animals in their carriages.
Have an awesome train trip!
1. Which train takes the least time?| A．1:50 PM. | B．4:00 PM. | C．10:30 AM. | D．8:00 AM. |
| A．$190. | B．$195. | C．$380. | D．$390. |
| A．Tourists can carry luggage weighing above 20kg. |
| B．Tourists can take their pets onto the train with themselves. |
| C．Tourists can get a full refund if they have a problem before the trip. |
| D．Tourists had better arrive at the station one hour before train departure. |
10 . 4 Ice Rinks (溜冰场) In The UK
Winter Wonderland, Cardiff, Wales
Duration: 16 November 2023—2 January 2024
This r ink is see-through, allowing views of Cardiff Castle while being sheltered from the elements. For further fun on the ice, travel down the Ice Walk that extends through the grounds for 150 m with a breathtaking backdrop of the Norman Keep.
Somerset House, London, England
Duration: 15 November 2023—14 January 2024
The magical r ink is at Somerset House. This rink offers skate school classes and wheelchair sessions, so everybody has access to it. Treat yourself post-skating with the Skate Extras at the Chalet Suisse in the West Wing of Somerset House, including a hot chocolate and chocolate fondues(奶酪火锅).
Royal Pavilion Ice Rink, Brighton, England
Duration: 28 October 2023—7 January 2024
Those summer scorchers at the seaside might be a distant memory, but there’s still reason to head to the coast this Christmas. Set against the city’s Indo-Saracenic-style former royal residence, Brighton’s green-energy ice rink has special free sessions for under-5s, and warming offers at the rink side Bar &Kitchen include hot chocolate with marshmallows.
Edinburgh’s Christmas Ice Rink, Edinburgh, Scotland
Duration: 17 November 2023—6 January 2024
When you’ve had enjoyed the delicious food at the Christmas Markets along Princes Street, make your way to George Street to enjoy a glide across the ice. Fixed between Castle Street and Charlotte Square, the covered r ink makes its mark with its scenic backdrop of the City Chambers.
1. What is special about Somerset House?| A．It provides free wheelchair sessions. | B．Foods are served before skating. |
| C．Anyone can skate there. | D．People can travel down the Ice Walk. |
| A．Royal Pavilion Ice Rink. | B．Somerset House. |
| C．Winter Wonderland. | D．Edinburgh’s Christmas Ice Rink. |
| A．Those who enjoy delicious foods. | B．Those who are fond of shopping. |
| C．Those who like to travel around. | D．Those who are keen on skating. |
