| A．Reporting news. | B．Reading a paper. | C．Writing an article. |
2 . Just Cycle and Fold away
There’s no excuse not to get on your bike this spring. Get your indoor cycling fix and feel the benefits.
Great for general cardio (有氧的) fitness, exercise bikes can be a brilliant way of training at home. However, choosing the right bike is incredibly important, which is something that Roger Black and his team recognized when creating the Roger Black Folding Bike.
“Excellent value for money. Especially the ability to fold the exercise bike into a vertical (直立的) position and wheel it away for storage. This can also prevent you from throwing your clothes on it at the end of the day! Even if we are limited on space at home and work, we can continue physical activity with a Roger Black Folding Bike. This bike is helping me achieve my fitness goals following a recent running injury.”
——Brian Smith
“Best Present EVER are the words from my 77-year-old father who received his Roger Black fitness bike for his birthday. He said it is so simple and easy to use. The seat is VERY comfortable, so using it every day is a pleasure. It folds away nearly so it can be stored behind a door when necessary.”
——Anna Farnham
Roger Black is offering a 10% discount on the full range of home fitness equipment for all Reader’s Digest readers. Please use discount code DIGEST10 at checkout.
1. What can people do with a Roger Black Folding Bike?| A．Cycle in the mountains. | B．Work out at home. |
| C．Hang their clothes. | D．Celebrate birthdays |
| A．Easy storage. | B．Reasonable price. |
| C．Comfortable seats. | D．Excellent quality. |
| A．Skeptical | B．Satisfied | C．Indifferent | D．Negative |
| A．$125 | B．$130 | C．$135 | D．$145 |
| A．A textbook. | B．A blog post. |
| C．A magazine. | D．An academic article. |
3 . This year, we are once again bringing our annual Adopt-a-Book Evening online via two salons (沙龙). The program provides essential funding to support the conversation, acquisition, and digitization of books, manuscripts, and other materials held by the world’s largest museum complex and research institution.
September 20—Adopt-a-Book Salon: The Lived Experience
5: 30 to 6: 45 pm ET
Focusing on stories of life from across the Libraries and Archives (档案馆).
September 26—Adopt-a-Book Salon: Your Smithsonian: Past, Present, and Future
5: 30 to 6: 45 pm ET
Showing items celebrating the Smithsonian, past, present, and future.
$35 per person, per event. We’re offering a discount if you attend both salons: $ 60 for both.
FAQs.
How will the salons work?
The events will be held on Zoom, and each one will feature about 20 books presented by six of our librarians and archivists. After you buy your ticket, you’ll get the link to join. Right before 5: 30 pm ET on the day of the event, you’ll click on that link to join the Zoom. Then you’ll be rotated (轮换) through three “rooms”. While it would be great to see you during the event, you certainly don’t need to have your camera on if you don’t want to! However, we do recommend that you join by computer so that you can see the presentations.
How do I adopt during the event?
This year, you’ll be able to bid on (竞标) your favorite items during and after the events. After you buy your tickets, you’ll receive the link to the online auction (拍卖) before the event, and you’ll have the chance to browse. Once the auction opens, you’ll be able to place the bid. You will have to set up an account and provide your credit card information to ensure that your bid is legal. If you have the winning bid, a member of our team will follow up to process your donation with you or provide our address for you to send a check.
1. How much should a couple pay if they attend both of the salons?| A．$60 | B．$70 | C．$120 | D．$140 |
| A．It will last more than two hours. |
| B．It will be held in three virtual rooms. |
| C．It aims to excite people’s interest on reading. |
| D．It helps people learn about the Smithsonian’s history. |
| A．Providing your mailing address. |
| B．Sending a check to the provided address. |
| C．Joining by computer while keeping your camera on. |
| D．Setting up an account and providing your credit card information. |
4 . The Aquarium(水族馆) of the Pacific is Southern California’s largest Aquarium. Beyond its world-class animal exhibits, the Aquarium offers monthly events for people of all ages. Here are the upcoming events for this November.
Photographers Night
On this night only, the Aquarium is accessible to photographers for the purpose of getting their dream photos without having to worry about being disturbed by the general public.
DATE: Saturday, NOVEMBER 4, 6:00—10:00 pm
COST: $44.95 per person, $41.95 for members. Ticket sales will be limited.
* Exhibits that will not be lit: Lorikeet Forest & Diving Birds because they will be getting their rest.
Seniors Day
The Aquarium will open its doors for free to people aged fifty and above on Seniors Day. It will feature special presentations, door prizes, and 20% off in the gift store for our senior guests.
DATE: Monday, NOVEMBER 13, 9:00 am—2:00 pm
COST: FREE to ages 50 and over with a valid photo ID. Advance reservations required.
Autism(自闭症) Families Treat
Spend a special evening at the Aquarium only for families with adults or children with autism. On this evening, guests can enjoy the peacefulness of the Aquarium’s exhibits.
DATE: Sunday, NOVEMBER 19, 6:00—9:00 pm
COST: $12 per person, and free for Aquarium members and children under age three. Advance reservations required.
STEAM Fest
Spend the morning surrounded by STEAM science, technology, engineering, art, and math!
This event will feature interactive booths where you can learn about the ocean and the environment, make observations, and ask our animal care staff lots of questions.
DATE: Saturday, NOVEMBER 25, 9:00 am—1:00 pm
COST: $44.95 per adult(ages 12+), $29.95 per child(ages 3—12), and free for Aquarium members and children under age three. Advance reservations required.
1. What can photographers do at Photographers Night?| A．Take photos without disturbance. |
| B．Buy as many tickets as they want. |
| C．Get their dream photos of diving birds. |
| D．Enjoy the event with the general public. |
| A．On November 4. | B．On November 19. |
| C．On November 13. | D．On November 25. |
| A．$74.9 | B．$29.95 | C．$89.9 | D．$44.95 |
| A．From his phone. | B．From newspapers. | C．From TV news stations. |
6 . Kings Camps
About Our Camps
Kings Camps is part of the Kings Active Foundation and is devoted to helping young people reach their potential. We provide sports camps and summer camps at over 40 places across the UK for children aged 4-17. We bring together the very best parts of sports and holiday clubs to provide friendship, fun and exciting adventures for young people from the UK and around the world.
Why Choose Kings Camps
※Creative, inspiring camps: We have a strong belief that sport has an important role to play in a happy childhood and our not-for-money state enables us to provide some places and invest in new and creative ways to inspire.
※Learn important life skills: Kings Camps prepare children with important life skills and an understanding that being active is important to health and well-being.
※International students are welcome: We welcome children from outside of the UK who will make friends here by communicating with kids from different backgrounds, but we do require that they at least understand English to make sure of their safety and that of others, and of course their enjoyment.
Comments
Ryan has enjoyed every part. When we’ve asked about his day, he’s said it was “amazing and fantastic”. All the staff are extremely friendly, enthusiastic and have a true belief in what they are doing.
— Tracy Lee
Fantastic & friendly staff! It’s an action-packed week of multiple sports. My sweetheart made new friends, overcame swimming fears & came away more confident too! I cannot recommend it enough!
— Kay Court
1. What does Kings Camps aim to do?| A．Mix sports and holiday clubs. |
| B．Get kids to play outdoors. |
| C．Provide adventurous and challenging camps. |
| D．Encourage kids to develop their potential. |
| A．Awareness of safety. |
| B．Love for media. |
| C．Basic English ability. |
| D．Good communicating skills. |
| A．Parents. | B．Teachers. | C．Campers. | D．Staff. |
7 . Discover Nature Schools Programs
Becoming Bears(Kindergarten－2 grade)
By becoming baby bears, children learn from their “parent” to survive the seasons. Kids will find safety in the spring and learn kinds of food bears eat during the summer, and then create a cave for winter hibernation(冬眠)．After learning the skills needed to survive, students will go out of the cave as an independent black bear able to care for themselves.(1.5－2 hours)
Whose Clues?(3－5 grade)
Kids will discover how plants and animals use their special structures to survive. Through outdoor study of plants and animals, kids will recognize their special structures and learn how they enable species to eat, avoid their enemies and survive. Using what they have learned, kids will choose one species and tell how they survive in their living places.(3－4 hours)
Winged Wonders(3－5 grade)
Birds add color and sound to our world and play an important ecological role. Students will learn the basics of birds, understand the role birds play in food chains and go birdwatching using field guides and telescopes. Students will do handson activities. Students will use tools to build bird feeders, allowing them to attract birds at home.(3－4 hours)
Exploring Your Watershed(6－8 grade)
We all depend on clean water. Examining how our actions shape the waterways around us. Go on a hike to see firsthand some of the challenging water quality problems in a city. Students will test the water quality to determine the health of an ecosystem.
·Each program is taught for a class with at least 10 students.
·All programs include plenty of time outdoors. So please prepare proper clothing, sunscreen and insect killers for children.
·To take part in a program, please email dcprogramsmdc.mo.gov.
1. What can kids do at Becoming Bears?| A．Watch bears' performances. | B．Take care of bears. |
| C．Learn how to survive a bear attack. | D．Pretend to be baby bears to learn about bears. |
| A．Whose Clues? | B．Exploring Your Watershed |
| C．Becoming Bears | D．Winged Wonders |
| A．have the same teaching hours | B．have outdoor activities |
| C．are offered during summer holidays | D．are designed for primary school students |
8 . For Icelandic visitors, Reykjavik is the gateway to wilderness adventures as well as an excellent jumping off point for chasing the Northern Lights, which you can spot from September to April. After a full day of exploring, warm up in one of the area’s hotels, enjoying comfort it offers.
Reykjavik Residence
In the heart of downtown, the luxury suites (套房) and quality apartments allow guests a comfortable degree of flexibility and independence, with larger units ideal for families and two types of breakfast—delightful breakfast baskets delivered straight to your room, and the pleasant selection at Port 9 next door.
Berjaya Marina Hotel
It is located next to the historical and still fully functioning, dry-dock called Slippur. Combining the dynamic, creative atmosphere of this rapidly developing district with the country’s strong fishing traditions, it offers everyone the opportunity to see and experience the city at its most creative and colorful points.
Hotel Borg
As one landmark in downtown, its 99 rooms and suites, with art style throughout, are elegantly appointed yet offer a set of modern elements. Enjoy a drink or cocktail in the hotel bar. Relax in the sauna, steam bath or hot pool. Full service gym with free weights, exercise bike, rowing machine, and more is available for guests of the hotel.
Apotek Hotel
Conveniently located within walking distance of a variety of shops, galleries and restaurants, it is a four-star, 45-bedroom and suite hotel, and is as welcoming as it is stylish. A perfect restoration of a historical building designed by the former State Architect of Iceland, it is truly a home away from home.
1. What could guests enjoy in Reykjavik Residence?| A．Artistic atmosphere. | B．Flexible price. |
| C．A pleasant party. | D．Two breakfast options. |
| A．Reykjavik Residence | B．Berjaya Marina Hotel |
| C．Hotel Borg | D．Apotek Hotel |
| A．They offer excellent cocktails. | B．They have advantages in location. |
| C．They are designed by artists. | D．They are 4-star hotels. |
Considering the most beautiful seas, it’s worth paying attention to the southern water bodies, although, without doubt, each sea is attractive and charming in its own way.
The most beautiful sea in the world-Coral SeaIf we consider the beauty of the seas, and not their coasts, then the first place should be given to the Coral Sea. The Coral Sea is a dangerous place for sailors, and at the same time one of the most beautiful places for diving and all this is due to the unique coral reefs that are home to a wide range of creatures.
The second place-Red SeaThe Red Sea is a truly magnificent place. It has rich fish stocks, a huge number of amazing creatures live in it, and the underwater world is exceptionally rich, which makes it one of the most attractive destinations for divers around the world.
The third place-CaribbeanThis is the warmest exotic(异域风情的)place where not only the sea but also the plants on its coast please the eye. It’s located between North and South America, and on its shore there are a number of small countries. Many tourists come here, because rest here is inexpensive, and you can experience different cultural traditions.
The fourth place-Bali SeaThe Bali Sea is located in the Pacific Ocean. This is another paradise(天堂)for relaxation, receiving many tourists every season. The sea has a warm climate, creating ideal conditions for relaxing on the islands of Java, Sulawesi, Sumbawa and Madura.
1. Where should you go if you like diving and various sea creatures?| A．Red Sea and Bali Sea. | B．Caribbean and Bali Sea. |
| C．Coral Sea and Red Sea. | D．Coral Sea and Caribbean. |
| A．To appreciate different cultures at a lower cost. |
| B．To take a close look at a number of wild plants. |
| C．To look for more corals and the best places to dive. |
| D．To relax on the islands of Java, Sulawesi and so on. |
| A．Its coast. | B．Its islands. | C．Its tourists. | D．Its climate. |
10 . Photo Retouching Services
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Services included: color adjustment, skin smoothing, spots removal, and make-up correction.
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1. How much will you spend if your portrait photo needs make-up correction?| A．$0.25. | B．$5. | C．$2.50. | D．$6. |
| A．Figure and Wedding. | B．Figure and Product. |
| C．Product and Jewellery. | D．Wedding and Jewellery. |
| A．Open an account on this website. | B．Upload your photos to retouchers. |
| C．Give a detailed self-introduction. | D．Take down your own requirements. |
