1 . TV shows for kids and families
Search and Explore
Number of seasons:2
Ages:2-8
Your little one will love the global adventures of ABC Mouse,123 Mouse and Do-Re-Mi Mouse as they explore and learn about the world．Each 12-minute episode (一集) is for curious young minds, and short young attention spans (持续时间). You can stream the show, produced by ABCmouse Early Learning Academy, for free. Watch on Tubi.
Ask the StoryBots
Number of seasons:3
Ages:3-8
The TV show follows Beep, Boop, Bing, Bang and Bo as they set out to answer a question such as: How do eyes work? Why do we recycle? How do you catch a cold? The storytelling is silly and fun, but the answers are serious and scientifically sound — no wonder it won many Emmy awards. Watch on Netflix.
Shimmer &Shine
Number of seasons:4
Ages:3 and up
Being twins is totally cool, but imagine being a twin genie (精灵)?! Now that’s amazing! Shimmer and Shine are trying to make the most out of spells and wish-granting (实现愿望的) capabilities with help from their non-genie friend Leah, but naturally, these ladies have a few problems along the way. Watch on Sling.
Hey Arnold!
Number of seasons:5
Ages:7 and up
The show stars 4th-grader Arnold, who lives with his grandparents in a boarding house. In each episode, with his best friend Gerald, Arnold will often help a schoolmate solve a personal problem, or he will face a problem of his own. All young New Yorkers need to experience this show. We promise you won’t be sorry. Watch on Hulu.
1. On which site can you follow three mice to explore the world?| A．Tubi. | B．Hulu. |
| C．Sling. | D．Netflix. |
| A．Search and Explore. | B．Ask the StoryBots. |
| C．Shimmer&Shine. | D．Hey Arnold! |
| A．Two. | B．Three. |
| C．Four. | D．Five. |
2 . The Walt Disney Company turns 100 years old in 2023, and the whole world will celebrate its stories, characters and imagination — but only Philly’s Franklin Institute will house Disney 100: The Exhibition.
Making its world debut (首秀) right here in Philadelphia, the exhibition takes guests behind the scenes into the magical world of Disney at what’s sure to be one of the region’s must-see exhibitions of 2023.
When to Visit
From February 18 to August 27, 2023
What to Expect
Disney 100: The Exhibition features 10 large galleries, each with a distinct theme relating to the history of the House of Mouse, celebrating the classics from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Strange World.
The Walt Disney Archives (档案馆) is displaying its treasures, including more than 250 of its “Crown Jewels”, rarely seen artworks, costumes and other memorabilia (纪念品).
Admission & Tickets
Tickets to Disney 100: The Exhibition are on sale now, and guests have several options when it comes to experiencing the Disney magic.
Folks looking to visit in the daytime (9 am to 5 pm) can buy timed tickets for $45 (adults) and $41 (children aged 3-11). The best part: General museum admission to the rest of the Franklin Institute is included in the cost.
Looking to save on tickets? Consider visiting during the exhibition’s evening hours, which run from 5 pm to 8 pm from Thursdays to Saturdays. Tickets run $25 per person and do not include admission to the rest of the museum.
For maximum flexibility, consider picking up Flex Time Tickets, which allow exhibition access for any time. These run $61 per person and must be purchased in person at the Franklin Institute or over the phone.
Location & Contact
The Franklin Institute 271N. 21st Street Philadelphia, PA 19103(215)448-1200
1. What can guests do at the exhibition?| A．Watch a new Disney movie. | B．Try on different Disney costumes. |
| C．Create artworks about Disney characters. | D．Learn about the history of the House of Mouse. |
| A．They are available at a low price. | B．They can help avoid a long wait. |
| C．They can be bought over the phone. | D．They include general museum costs. |
| A．$50. | B．$131. | C．$90. | D．$86. |
3 . Creating a Graphic Novel
In the past decade we’ve seen the rise of graphic novels that come in all sorts of forms. Now join author and illustrator Lizzy Stewart for our upcoming masterclass, where she’ll take you through how to create both the illustration and text for a graphic novel. You’ll have the chance to find the right form for the story you are trying to tell, and Lizzy will share her insight into the editorial and publishing process of getting a graphic novel printed. 15 minutes will be reserved for a Q&A session at the end of the masterclass, when Lizzy will answer what you’re curious to know.
Booking & Payment
●The workshop fee of £30 is payable in full online.
●Joining instructions and full guidance will be provided by us a week before the start date.
Accessible to All
●It’s of real importance for us that our event remains accessible to all.
●We have made three scholarship places available for this event as part of our accessibility scheme (计划). Please visit our scholarship page to find out how to apply for scholarships to the course.
●This masterclass will be presented online through video conferencing software. It will also be recorded so if you are unable to attend the live event, you’ll be able to catch up and access the recording within two weeks.
●This event will include written text and visuals. Please contact us in advance so that we can make arrangements to be sure all documents appear in a format that works for you.
1. What can attendees do in the masterclass?| A．Have their work published. | B．Communicate with Lizzy. |
| C．Get Lizzy’s 15-minute instruction. | D．Create graphic novels in all forms. |
| A．Recorded materials for a limited period. |
| B．Free access to video conferencing software. |
| C．Written text and visuals for certain attendees. |
| D．Scholarships to further their graphic novel study. |
| A．A review. | B．A guide. | C．An essay. | D．An advertisement. |
4 . What’s On?
Electric Underground
7.30pm－1.00am Free at the Cyclops Theatre
Do you know who’s playing in your area? We’re bringing you an evening of live rock and pop music from the best local bands. Are you interested in becoming a musician and getting a recording contract? If so, come early to the talk at 7.30 pm by Jules Skye, a successful record producer. He’s going to talk about how you can find the right person to produce your music.
Gee Whizz
8.30pm-10.30pm Comedy (喜剧)at Kaleidoscope
Come and see Gee Whizz perform. He’s the funniest stand-up comedian on the comedy scene. This joyful show will please everyone, from the youngest to the oldest. Gee Whizz really knows how to make you laugh! Our bar is open from 7.00pm for drinks and snacks(快餐).
Simon’s Workshop
5.00pm-7.30pm Wednesdays at Victoria Stage
This is a good chance for anyone who wants to learn how to do comedy. The workshop looks at every kind of comedy, and practices many different ways of making people laugh. Simon is a comedian and actor who has 10 years’ experience of teaching comedy. His workshops are exciting and fun. An evening with Simon will give you the confidence to be funny.
Charlotte Stone
8.00pm-11.00pm Pizza World
Fine food with beautiful jazz music; this is a great evening out. Charlotte Stone will perform songs from her new best-selling CD, with James Pickering on the piano. The menu is Italian, with excellent meat and fresh fish, pizzas and pasta(面食). Book early to get a table. Our bar is open all day, and serves cocktails, coffee, beer, and white wine.
1. Who can help you if you want to have your music produced?| A．Jules Skye. | B．Gee Whizz. | C．Charlotte Stone. | D．James Pickering. |
| A．The Cyclops Theatre | B．Kaleidoscope | C．Victoria Stage | D．Pizza World |
| A．It requires membership card. | B．It lasts three hours each time. |
| C．It is run by a comedy club. | D．It is held every Wednesday. |
| A．5.00pm-7.30pm. | B．7.30pm－1.00am. | C．8.00pm-11.00pm. | D．8.30pm-10.30pm. |
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6 . BON COMMUNITY AND LAND USE PLAN-READING NOTICE
All BON members are invited to attend the following reading meetings to ratify (认可) the BON Community and Land Use Plan—Our People, Our Place, Our Dream.
The ratification process to approve (批准) the Plan will require three public readings to allow BON members opportunity to comment and ask questions about the contents of the plan. Ratification vote (投票) to approve the Plan will be taken a week after the third reading.
The BON Community and Land Use Plan will be the basis for the development of the BON First Nations Lands Management Act. It shows the process and direction for the future development and land use planning for our community.
Reading Dates:
· First Reading: Thursday, July 27, 2023, 1:00-4:00 p. m. at Private Tom chief Memorial Hall
· Second Reading: Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 6:00-9:00 p. m. at Private Tom chief Memorial Hall
· Third Reading: Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 1:00-4:00 p. m. at Elders Lodge
Free lunch and three cash prizes will be available. For those requiring rides, please call Bev the day before each meeting, so rides can be scheduled for next day.
For further information, please call:
· John Smith, (204) 488 - 5324
· Gord Bluesky, (204) 485 - 5310
· Sara Sinclair, (204) 766 - 2494
· Bev Smith, (204) 971 - 1005
1. What is the main purpose of the notice?| A．To explain a travel plan. | B．To inform people of an activity. |
| C．To introduce a library. | D．To warn people against something. |
| A．In July. | B．In August. | C．In September. | D．In October. |
| A．(204) 485 - 5310. | B．(204) 766 - 2494. |
| C．(204) 971 - 1005. | D．(204) 488 - 5324. |
7 . Mobile phones and iPads are now wonderful tools for learning and teaching English. With the help of the thousands of education and language apps available online, students can make effective use of them to learn in an interactive environment. Given below is a list of some of the best apps for learning and teaching English.
Grammar Up
Grammar is the heart of any language and, thus, the Grammar Up app is one of the most highly recommended apps for English learners. This app is specifically designed for people who want to improve their grammar, vocabulary and word selection. It consists of more than 1,800 multiple－choice questions grouped under twenty different grammar categories.
iFPoems
iFPoems is a fantastic app for poetry lovers. This app consists of a great collection of poems from famous poets around the world. It also allows users to save their favorites along with recording their own readings of the poems.
iBooks
iBooks is a complete book library for the iPad users. It includes the iBookstore and allows users to download and read books. The app features a beautiful bookshelf, on which you can browse various books or even add notes to your favorite paragraphs in the book. You can also create your own texts and upload them into the app.
SpeakingPal
Recommended as one of the best apps for English educators and learners, SpeakingPal allows you to record your speech and compare it with a native English speaker. This amazing app combines video with automatic speech recognition software that tests your English speaking skills. You just have to speak with a video character and get immediate response on how well you speak English.
1. What do these apps have in common?| A．They can be found online. |
| B．They are free of charge. |
| C．They improve users’ grammar. |
| D．They’re designed by teachers. |
| A．Download books for free. |
| B．Write notes on it with pens. |
| C．Save notes and texts. |
| D．Create a bookstore. |
| A．It offers video call service. |
| B．It evaluates users’ speech. |
| C．It offers talks with a native speaker. |
| D．It includes English speaking contests. |
8 . Washington DC is famous for all kinds of museums, which are really attractive. Here are some of them.
International Spy Museum
www.spymuseum.org
Admission: buy tickets in advance recommended.
Become familiar with the real world life of spies (间谍) and their equipment, strategies and history. See over 200 spy tools and find out if you have what it takes to become a spy. Take part in a timed treasure hunt solo or in teams against your friends as you attempt to break codes (密码).
National Museum of Women in the Arts
www.nmwa.org
Admission: $10 adults, youth free.
This museum highlights female artist’s works of art form the 16th century to today. The permanent (永久的) collection showcases over 3000 pieces such as paintings, photography and silverwork. Artists include Elis-abetta Sirani, Barbara Morgan and Louise Nevelsen.
National Postal Museum
www.postalmuseum.si.edu
Admission: free.
Created in 1993, this museum delivers America’s postal history from the 17th century to the present day. It focuses on the development of mail delivery and the advances in postal technology. Learn how mail was transported through the ages, how stamps are created and the significance of letters. See some of the best stamp collections in the world.
National Museum of Natural History
www.mnh.si.edu
Admission: free.
The NMNH collection has been growing for the past 150 years and is the largest and most comprehensive in the world. It features 126 million items and is growing daily with ground-breaking research by world-eminent scientists. Everything imaginable is displayed here from fossils including Dinosaurs, giant squid and the Hope Diamond.
1. What will visitors do at the International Spy Museum?| A．Pass information through codes. |
| B．Play games associated with spy. |
| C．Learn how to make spy devices. |
| D．Get trained to be a professional spy. |
| A．National Postal Museum |
| B．International Spy Museum |
| C．National Museum of Natural History |
| D．National Museum of Women in the Arts |
| A．They are free. | B．They have a history of over 100 years. |
| C．They grow quickly. | D．They show the development of technology. |
9 . Schedule an Appointment at the Center for Women’s Health
Please call your doctor’s office or the clinic as far in advance as possible to schedule your appointments. This will make it easier to choose times that are most convenient for you.
Be sure to register after you have scheduled your first appointment. Registration helps each clinic correctly identify you and your medical information.
If your health plan restricts the clinics you can use, be sure your plan has approved the healthcare you are requesting. This will help you avoid unexpected fees.
Checklist of information you will need when making an appointment
We will ask you for the following information：
Your name
Your date of birth or Social Security number (this helps ensure that your medical information is not confused with someone who has a similar name)
Reasons for the appointment (be as specific as possible so that we can reserve the right amount of time for your visit)
Whether you want a particular doctor or the first available appointment
Canceling an appointment
If you cannot keep your appointment, please call your doctor’s office or clinic as soon as possible or no later than the day before. We realize that sometimes emergencies come up and your plans may change. However, giving us as much notice as possible helps us better serve you and our other patients. When you call, we will help you reschedule for another day and time.
1. From the passage which one is Not true?| A．You can choose some time to make an appointment as long as it’s convenient. |
| B．You need to register after making your time. |
| C．You don’t need to call your doctor ahead of schedule. |
| D．You can avoid some unexpected cost if you choose some suitable clinics. |
| A．The appointment with a doctor. |
| B．The Social Security number. |
| C．The birth place. |
| D．The reasons for an appointment. |
| A．April 12. | B．April 13. |
| C．April 15. | D．April 11. |
10 . Two online courses
◎Greener Living
ONLY ￡99
Led by environmental science experts, this CPD-accepted online course in green living is a guide to climate change and leading a more sustainable(可持续的) life. On this course you will find out the most effective changes you can make to become a greener citizen and examine the possible role that new technologies will play in fighting climate change.
The course will also explore some of the changes governments and big businesses are making to create a more sustainable world economy.
◎Human Brain
ONLY ￡106
The human brain is the most complex object in the known world. But how does it make thoughts and memories? How can you keep your brain functioning at its best for longer?New Scientist Academy ‘s online course will introduce you to the latest studies on the function of individual brain and how it works to make thoughts, memories and opinions.
Guided by world-famous experts at the cutting edge of brain research ,you will discover how we learn and find out methods to keep your brain healthy and make the most of it.
Sign up today and begin your journey to a fuller understanding of your brain and how to make the most of it.
The Benefits of Courses
After completing these courses, you will receive a digital certificate(证书). This can be used as an advantage to show during job applications.
1. What might you do after the course Greener Living?| A．Live a more comfortable life. | B．Start your own business. |
| C．Care more about climate change. | D．Become an environmental science expert. |
| A．When the brain functions best. | B．What tools are used to do the research. |
| C．How to sort out thoughts. | D．How to make full use of the brain. |
| A．They benefit your job search. | B．They are intended for students. |
| C．They both have strict age limits. | D．They cost the same amount of money. |
