1 . The Bridport Prize Short Story Writing Competition

Rules of entry

The Prize is open to writers of any nationality writing in English aged 16. Entries must be entirely your own work. Entries must not have been published, self-published or accepted for publication in print or online, broadcast, or have won or been placed in another competition at any time.

All entries are judged anonymously (匿名地). Please do not include your name, address, etc on the document or in the file name. We disqualify entries if they are named or over the word limit. If you forget to add details, the title or word count, your entry won’t be disqualified.

Deadline

The deadline date for entries is 12 midnight (UK time) on 31st May 2022. Postal entries postmarked 31st May but received later will be accepted.

Length

Short story: 5, 000 words maximum. No minimum.

Format

Double line spaced.

Use any typeface, 12pt, black.

Do not add a cover or title page.

Add the word count to the top right of the first page.

Number the pages in the centre at the bottom of the page.

Save the file as a Microsoft Word document—. doc or. docx. We also accept file types. rtf, pdf, txt.

The maximum allowed file size is 2MB.

The file name should be the title of the story only.

Fees

£ 14 per short story. There is no limit to the number of submissions.

Results & Awards

Winners will be notified by email in September. A short film which will include the announcement of this year’s winners will be broadcast on our YouTube channel at 7pm on Thursday 28th October.

1. Which of the following will result in disqualification?

A．Writing a short story of 500 words.	B．Mailing your entry on 31st May 2022.
C．Including your name on the document.	D．Forgetting to add the title of your entry.

2. What should you do to meet the requirements of the format?

A．Make an attractive title page.	B．Ensure your file size is 2MB at most.
C．Add the word count to the left of the first page.	D．Number the pages in the bottom right-hand corner.

3. What do we know about the Prize?

A．It charges 14 per short story.	B．It is intended for all age groups.
C．Its awards will be emailed in October.	D．Its winners will be interviewed on YouTube.

2 . The domestic film market hard-hit from the pandemic for almost three years is handing in an impressive report card. Here are some top films at the box office in 2022.

The Battle at Lake ChangjinⅡ
Release date: Feb l
Box office: $607.20 million

Retelling a lesser-known yet extremely brutal mission that almost changed history during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea(1950—1953), the sequel acted by Wujing, Yiyangqianxi and soon recounts how Chinese People’s Volunteer Soldiers sacrificed to destroy the bridge near the Funchilin Pass to cut US force’s withdrawal to the 38th Parallel.

Moon Man
Release date: July 29
Box office: $463.28 million

Dugu Yue, a spacecraft maintenance man, is unintentionally left on the moon after the evacuation of the crew of Lunar Shield. Witnessing the catastrophic hit from the moon, Dugu believes the Earth is completely destroyed and he’s the last human in the universe. However, what he doesn’t know is that the surviving people are all watching his every move from the Earth.

Too Cool To Kill
Release date: Feb l
Box office: $392.66 million

Wei Cheng gong, a nameless extra actor, believes it’s finally his turn to shine when he was “given the opportunity to play the role” of the male protagonist (主角), Carl the killer. Little does he know that he has become a killer in real life accidentally. What will he encounter in the course of his “performance”?

Lighting Up The Stars
Release date: June 24
Box office: $255.30 million

Funeral home worker Mo Sanmei meets orphan Wu Xiaowen at a funeral shortly after his release from prison. The appearance of Xiaowen unexpectedly changes Mo Sanmei’s attitude toward his career and life.

1. Which film seems to be a science fiction?

A．Too Cool to Kill.	B．Lighting Up The Stars.
C．The Balt leat Lake Chang jinⅡ.	D．Moon Man.

2. If a student was free from Jan 20 to Mar 1, which films could he probably choose?

A．Too Cool To Kill &.The Battle at Lake ChangjinⅡ.

B．Moon Man &.Lighting Up The Stars.

C．Lighting Up The Stars &.Too Cool To Kill.

D．The Battle at Lake ChangjinⅡ&.MoonMan.

3. What do these films have in common?

A．They maybe all related to a certain mission.

B．Their themes are all about romantic love.

C．They are all box office successes.

D．All of them are tragedies.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the commercial about?

A．A movie.

B．Electronic garbage.

C．A comedy network

2. What does Sansa think of the commercial?

A．Misleading.

B．Impractical.

C．Reasonable.

3. What is the website used for?

A．Finding funny jokes.

B．Offering recycling information.

C．Advertising new electronic products.

4 . Art Exhibitions On Display Throughout Campus

Next Up Invitational V

On Display November 21 until November 26.

Location: Sikes Hall Showcase

“NextUp Invitational V” is an exhibition of works selected by the Clemson Curates Creative Inquiry team showing twenty-three “up and coming” undergraduate art students in the Department of Art Bachelor of Fine Arts. On view are works selected from over 230 submissions to the Foundations Review, which took place during the spring semester, and includes drawing, painting, and photography.

Bachelor of Fine Arts Senior Exhibit

On display November 29 through December 7.

Location: Lee Gallery

This exhibition shows works by seniors in the studio disciplines of drawing, painting, and printmaking. The Lee Gallery exhibits the artworks of graduating students in the Department of Art academic program at the end of each semester. The students featured in the exhibit are honored with an Artist Talk which will take place December 3 from 5 p. m. to 7 p. m. in the Lee Gallery.

Natural History/Critical Condition

On display December 1 until December 3.

Location: College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities Dean’s Gallery

The artists present a reflection on the natural environment that reveals a growing list of environmental concerns facing humanity. The exhibition points to ecological destruction. This exhibit questions the viewer’s capacity and willingness to address the changes taking place. It encourages the viewer to take action before conditions progress beyond our ability to take meaningful action.

Textiles (纺织品) Narratives

On display December 11 until December 16.

Location: Brooks Center for the Performing Arts Lobby

The Clemson Visual Arts welcomes back MFA alumna (女校友)T erry Jarrard-Dimond for a personal exhibition, “Textile Narratives.” The artworks in this exhibition show Dimond’s collection of compositions using hand-dyed, contemporary textiles. Dimond took part in South Carolina Arts Commission’s 50th Anniversary exhibition pogram and received Visual and Craft Fellowship award.

1. What can be known about the exhibition lasting the longest?

A．It includes works of photography.	B．The exhibition takes place annually.
C．The art students have won state awards.	D．A programme of art will be held.

2. Where will you go to visit an exhibition regarding environmental issues?

A．Lee Gallery.

B．Sikes Hall Showcase.

C．Brooks Center for the Performing Arts Lobby.

D．College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities Dean’s Gallery.

3. Which exhibition displays art works from a single artist?

A．Textiles Narratives.	B．Next Up Invitational V.
C．Natural History/Critical Condition.	D．Bachelor of Fine Arts Senior Exhibit.

5 . The UNESCO World Heritage List is a prestigious honour awarded to sites of outstanding universal value around the world. Did you know there are 1,157 UNESCO World Heritage Sites spanning across 167 countries? We’ve picked out our top 4 for you to visit below.

The Acropolis, Greece

The Acropolis is an ancient castle that stands proud in the Greek city of Athens. Back in the fifth century BC after battle with the Persians, the plans of Pericles came to life under the influence of Pheidias, the sculptor. It then became a place for thought and art to flourish, where symbols of classical spirit and civilisation came alive.

Historic centre of Rome, Italy

According to Roman mythology, the Eternal City was founded in 753 BC and became the capital of the mighty Roman Empire. Rome is home to a number of attractions including the Forum, the Pantheon and the Colosseum! This World Heritage site contains the whole historic centre within the city walls and reflects the influence of the Renaissance and Baroque periods in making it one of Italy’s most popular cities.

Ayutthaya Historical Park, Thailand

The historic city of Ayutthaya in Thailand was founded around 1350 and was subsequently destroyed in the 18th century by the Burmese. What’s left today is the ruins and some key highlights include the Buddhist temples of Wat Ratchaburana, Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet. The area is home to the remains of tall prang (reliquary towers) and should not be missed.

Cultural landscape of Bali, Indonesia

The landscape in Bali is unlike anything else on Earth. Consisting of five rice terraces (梯田) and water temples covering 19,500 hectares, the cultural landscape takes your breath away. This site gains honour through an ancient farming ceremony dating back to the 9th century known as subak. This concept reflects the spirit, the human world and nature, also known as Tri Hita Karana.

1. What might have happened in Greece in the 5th century BC?

A．Greece became famous for its castles.	B．Pheidias became a sculptor.
C．Greece fought against Persians.	D．The Greek spirit disappeared.

2. What is subak?

A．A rice terrace.

B．A cultural landscape.

C．A water temple.

D．An agricultural ceremony.

3. Which of the following has the longest history?

A．The Acropolis.

B．The Eternal City.

C．Ayutthaya.

D．Tri Hita Karana.

6 . We offer a programme of lectures by members of the MCLL community and other lifelong learning organisations, as well as university faculty members who have been invited to share their research with us on a variety of topics. View Instructions on How to Register Online.

Lecture 1: Social Media and Misinformation
Time: Friday, June 9, 10:00 a.m.
Presenter: Richard Harris
Attendance: Online

A retired American IT professional, Richard Harris, will take us deep into a social media’s business model, its differences from traditional media, recent examples of its use for misinformation and possible solutions that respect freedom of expression. A lively round-table discussion not to be missed!

Lecture 2: Global Mental Health
Time: Friday, June 16, 1:00 p.m.
Presenter: Marc Laporta
Attendance: Online

Mental health was known to the public quite late. Many countries are finding ways to reduce its impact, but many factors get in the way. However, progress is visible, and hope is justified. Mare Laporta will discuss different aspects of mental health and exchange ideas about ways to improve the situation.

Lecture 3: The Silk Road
Time: Friday, June 23, 10:00 a.m.
Presenter: George Lapa
Attendance: Online

The Silk Road refers to a network of routes, covering over 6,400 km, used by traders from the Han Dynasty of China who opened trade in 130 BCE until 1453 CE. The exchange of information gave rise to new technologies and innovations that changed the Western world. Topics such as gunpowder, the compass (指南针), paper-making and printing will be presented.

Lecture 4: South to Textile Factories
Time: Friday, June 30, 10:00 a.m.
Presenter: Muriel Herrington
Attendance: In person

Between 1840 and 1930 a million French-Canadians left Canada to work in the United States. Many were employed in textile (纺织品) factories in the New England states. In these areas they set up communities where they maintained the French language and culture. In this lecture Muriel Herrington will describe their working and living conditions and show their impact.

1. What will the audience attending Lecture 1 do?

A．Build a social media’s business model.

B．Exchange ideas with each other.

C．Enjoy more respect and freedom.

D．Contact the presenter in advance.

2. Who will talk about the great inventions of ancient China?

A．Marc Laporta.

B．Richard Harris.

C．George Lapa.

D．Muriel Herrington.

3. In which lecture will the audience have face time with the presenter?

A．The Silk Road.

B．South to Textile Factories.

C．Global Mental Health.

D．Social Media and Misinformation.

7 . Creating Young V&A

When the V&A Museum of Childhood in Bethnal Green was founded in 1872, it was East   London’s first public museum. Today, we are transforming this beloved building into a new national museum of design and creativity dedicated entirely to children.

Relaunching later this year as Young V&A, the museum will be a place to imagine, play, create, debate and design. Young V&A will help children to develop abilities such as creative thinking, problem-solving and collaboration through imaginative, hands-on gallery displays and creative programming for schools, families and community groups.

How you can help

In a climate of growing inequality and reduced funding for the arts, it is vital that we young people’s creative development. We rely on your generous donations and are thankful for   your support. Whether you can give E 25 or f 25,000, all donations will help to complete this project.

25 could buy books for the new Reading Room.

75 could buy sensory materials to help bring the collection to life for young visitors

150 could conserve and display an international object in the permanent galleries

5000 could help furnish the new creative studios in the Learning Centre.

Ways to give

*To pay by debit, credit card, use the QR code, visit www.vam.ac.uk appeal or call 020 7942 2905 to speak to a member of the Development team.

*Return a completed donation form or post a cheque directly to the museum or hand it in all the V&A Membership Desk or the Members’ Room.

*To find out about donating by bank transfer, making a regular monthly donation, or to make a larger gift, please email the Development team at appeals@vam.ac.uk.

1. Who are the target visitors of Young V&A?

A．The general public.

B．Seniors.

C．Art lovers.

D．Children.

2. What can a donation of 75 do for the project?

A．Repaint the Reading Room.	B．Help bring the collection to life.
C．Conserve an inspirational object.	D．Furnish the new creative studios.

3. How can people donate by cheque?

A．Scan a QR code.	B．Send a cheque to the museum.
C．Call 020 7942 2905.	D．Email the Development team.

9 . Flowers We Love Photo Contest

TERM

Flowers We Love Photo Contest is an annual contest that takes place during spring. This year’s Flowers We Love Photo Contest begins on April 15, 2023 and ends on August 30, 2023 at 11:59 pm. The purpose of the contest is to inspire people to pay attention to their surroundings and find out the beauty of life around them.

ELIGIBILITY(资格)

Flowers We Love Photo Contest is open to all amateur and professional photographers. Participants must be between the ages of 18 to 50.

REQUIREMENTS

Follow all requirements carefully to prevent disqualification.

·Required information, including name , address, telephone number, email address, and photo caption (说明文字) must be provided.

·There is no limit on the number of entries per person. Each entry must comply (遵从) with our term and official rule.

·The photographs need not be taken with a digital camera; scans of negatives or photographic prints are acceptable.

·All digital files must be 20 megabytes or smaller, must be in JPEG or jpg format.

·Photographs must have been taken within two years before the date of entry.

JUDGING

Photo Contest entries will be judged based on whether the content is creative and genuine. Judging will be conducted by editors at Artcentron.

1. What’s the purpose of the contest?

A．To help people learn more about flowers.

B．To encourage people to discover the beauty of life.

C．To improve people’s skills in photography.

D．To make people get ready for the coming of spring.

2. Who can take part in the contest?

A．A 30-year-old photographer.

B．A 17-year-old student.

C．A 55-year-old worker.

D．A 60-year-old retired teacher.

3. Which of the following will result in disqualification?

A．Emailing a 30 megabytes photo.

B．Sending 20 photos as entries.

C．Using your phone to take pictures.

D．Submitting photos taken within one year.

10 . Top Exhibitions to See in London in 2023

Architectural: Vanishing Points

While we like to think of architecture existing purely in the real world, emerging designers and architects are using platforms like Instagram to create structures in the virtual world. This collection of works, which range from the practical to the fantastical, are all by architects who have gathered significant social media followings.

In the Digital Universe at ROCA London. 8 February—31 July, free.

Flowery: Orchids

This annual festival is back in bloom (开花), this time inspired by the beauty and biodiversity of Cameroon. Just like previous years, the orchids are spread throughout the various zones of the Princess of Wales conservatory and accompanied by sculptures that are just as colourful as the flowers on display.

At Kew Gardens. 4 February —5 March, &16.50—entrance to the gardens included.

Female Abstraction: Action, Gesture, Paint

Art history has often shone a light on the men of Abstract Expressionism, such as Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko. Well, now’s the time to let the most important women of the movement take the limelight in an exhibition that includes works by American artists such as Lee Krasner and Helen Frankenthaler, but spreads the net wider to include the female abstract artists from Europe, Asia and the wider world, with whom most of us will be unfamiliar.

At Whitechapel Gallery. 9 February—7 May, £ 16.50—concessions available.

Powerful Portraits (肖像): Alice Neel

The largest UK exhibition to date of American painter Alice Neel’s work will bring together her figurative pieces from across her 60-year career. Neel went against the popular grain by painting figures when abstract works were most popular, and she painted subjects that other artists ignored — pregnant women, labour leaders, black children, civil rights activists and strange performers. It’s high time we had a major show of her work in London, and the Barbican has duly provided.

At Barbican Art Gallery. 16 February—21 May, & 18.

1. Which of the following exhibitions is held once a year?

A．Flowery: Orchids.

B．Powerful Portraits: Alice Neel.

C．Architectural: Vanishing Points.

D．Female Abstraction: Action, Gesture, Paint.

2. When can visitors appreciate Lee Krasner’s works?

A．On February 8.

B．On January 7.

C．On April 7.

D．On May 8.

3. What can we learn about the artist Alice Neel?

A．She is 60 years old now.

B．Her works didn’t follow the trend.

C．She often ignored some common subjects.

D．She is the most popular American painter in the UK.