1 . Volunteer abroad with the UN
Are you ready to become an international UN Volunteer? You can contribute your time, skills and knowledge through volunteering with the UN. This is an opportunity to create a positive impact and be a significant force for achieving peace and development. Make a difference to the lives of many!
Why volunteer with the UN
•International UN Volunteers promote peace and development in communities around the globe, while upholding the ideals and ambitions of the United Nations.
•Your international UN Volunteer assignment will make a lasting impact. It can create a ripple effect that extends far beyond the immediate results of your efforts.
•As an international UN Volunteer, you will learn about different cultures, expand your networks, study foreign languages and gain matchless professional and life experiences.
Requirements
•The minimum requirements to serve as an international UN Volunteer are: 25 years old and older (no upper age limit); university degree or higher technical diploma;
•At least two years of relevant work experience in a professional background; good working knowledge of English, Spanish or French;
•Ability to adjust in difficult living conditions and sometimes remote locations; strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Conditions of Service
•International UN Volunteer assignments generally run for six to 12 months, with the possibility of extending for one to two years.
•Short-term assignments are also requested by our partners from time to time. International UN Volunteers are entitled to certain allowances.
•The purpose of allowances for volunteers is to enable them to sustain a secure standard of living in their duty stations.
1. As an international UN Volunteer, you can ________.| A．promote peace and development of UN | B．affect UN immediately |
| C．obtain professional experiences | D．teach foreign languages |
| A．be at most 25 years old | B．have international work experience |
| C．hold a university degree in technology | D．adapt to difficult living environment |
| A．Assignments. | B．Allowances. | C．Commitment. | D．Knowledge. |
2 . 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. |
3 . We’ve designed perfect camps for your child, complete with all the fun and different activities, and the important safety measures. The one-of-a-kind experiences will make your child shine!
Registration(报名)：May 24～June 27
ACADEMIC CAMP
Academic camp is a wonderful way to increase your child’s love for learning while focusing on a specific subject. From math to creative writing, we have something for every student. Campers work in small groups to apply real-life experiences to lessons learned in the classroom.
Tuition(费用)：5days $290(July 5～July 9)
SPECIALTY CAMP
Our specialty camp is filled with hands-on activities that offer experiences for campers to discover new skills. Get your child to join the camp! We have fun and unique activities for them to try!
Tuition: 5 days $ 315(July 11~July 15)
SPORTS CAMP
Our sports camp holds new activities to guide campers to build healthy exercise habits. We bring sports coaches to help each camper improve, practice and play each sport.
Tuition: 5 days $ 255(July 18~July 22)
DAY CAMP
In the week, students will explore science and nature, take part in creative arts, and enjoy sports and games. Our camp provides unique indoor and outdoor activities and field trips that take advantage of resources(资源) in the local area.
Tuition: 5 days $ 350(August 1~August 5)
1. When does the camp registration start?| A．On May 24. | B．On June 27. |
| C．On July 5. | D．On August 1. |
| A．Day Camp. | B．Sports Camp. |
| C．Specialty Camp. | D．Academic Camp. |
| A．It provides math classes. | B．It is free for all students. |
| C．It offers local field trips. | D．It lasts the longest time. |
4 . Film Music, a Beatles Salute and 2 More Picks for Your Weekend
（Matte Cooper Nov.18）
Reel Change: The New Era of Film Music
The Los Angeles philharmonic presents this three-part series displaying music from TV. the movies and video games and organized by, respectively. Oscar-winning "Joker" composer Hildur Guónadótir, "Bridgerton's" Kris Bowers and "Succession's" Nicholas Britell. Walt Disney Concert Hall.111 S. Grand Ave., downtown L. A. 8 p. m. Friday-Saturday. 2 p. m. Sunday. $20-$192. laphil.com
The Beatles: 1962-1966
An all-star band performs a track-by-track re-creation of this 1973 album—also known as the "Red Album"—that covers the Fab Four's first four years on Capitol Records. The performance at 7 p. m. on Saturday is sold out, but tickets are available for the 2: 30 p. m. show that same day. Grammy Museum. L. A. Live. 800 w. Olympic Blvd., downtown L. A. S53-$1 30. keithputneyproductions.com
Cinderella
Mezzo-soprano Serena Malfi sings the role of the princess-to-be as Los Angeles Opera stages Rossini's 1817 reworking of the classic fairy tale. In Italian with English subtitles. Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, the Music Center, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown L. A. 7: 30 p. m. Saturday; other dates through Dec.12. $15 and up. with half-price tickcis available—by phone only—for ages 17 and younger. Also available: an in-person live performance outdoors on the Music Center's Jerry Moss Plaza on Nov. 28（S15. S30）and two live performances that can be viewed at home on Nov. 28 and Dec.1（S30 each）.（213）972-8001. laopera.org
Manet's Philosophers
Three large-scale portraits by the 19th century French painter, one from the Norton Simon collection and two on loan from the Art Institute of Chicago, are on display Friday through Feb. 28. Norton Simon Museum. 411 W. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena. Closed Tuesdays-Wednesdays. S12-S15 students, active military and ages 18 and younger are free.（626）449-6840. nortonsimon.org.
1. Where would you go if you want to enjoy a concert on Saturday afternoon?| A．Walt Disney Concert Hall | B．Grammy Museum. |
| C．Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. | D．Norton Simon Museum. |
| A．Reel Change: The New Era of Film Music | B．The Beatles: 1962-1966 |
| C．Cinderella | D．Manet's Philosophers |
| A．They are recreated from classical works. | B．They favor children and teenagers. |
| C．They will last for about two months. | D．They can be viewed by various means |
5 . Museums allow visitors to learn about a variety of subjects, including art, history, science, animals, nature, and more.There are great museums around the world worth exploring.
Solomon R.Guggenheim Museum, New York City, USA
The building itself was designed by admirable architect Frank Lloyd Wright.The exhibits inside constantly change, so you could experience Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, modem contemporary art.And the exhibition of this year is about contemporary art and China.
Musee du Louvre, Paris, France
Not only is the Louvre an art museum, but it is also a royal palace, and includes parts of a medieval castle hidden in its basement.Inside the Louvre, you can find Classical sculptures, Egyptian relics and Mesopotamian cultural relics, as well as Italian Renaissance(文艺复兴)paintings.
Design Museum, London, England
This museum opened November 2016 and is dedicated to contemporary design in every form.British architectural designer John Pawson remodeled he former Commonwealth Institute in Kensington.It has three times the amount of space of its original location in Shad Thames, and can offer a wider range of exhibitions.
Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Italy
Galleria degli Uffizi is Italy's richest and most celebrated art gallery.It was the governing dynasty's administrative center.It is home to famous art pieces like Gentile da Fabriano's Adoration of the Magi, Botticelli's Primavera and The Birth of Venus, Piero della Francesca's twin portraits of The Duke and Duchess of Urbino, and Michelangelo's Doni Tondo.
1. Where can you enjoy Chinese art?| A．Design Museum. | B．Musee du Louvre. |
| C．Galleria degli Uffizi. | D．Solomon R.Guggenheim Museum. |
| A．Ancient relics. | B．Contemporary art. |
| C．Michelangelo's works. | D．Contemporary design. |
| A．John Pawson. | B．Frank Lloyd Wright. |
| C．Piero della Francesca. | D．The Duke and Duchess of Urbino. |
6 . Santo Domingo City—Full Day Tour
Santo Domingo is a magical city, full of history, culture and amazing buildings. It is the first city founded in America. At the beginning of the day we will pick you up at your hotel. On the way to Santo Domingo you will have a tour guide who will explain incredible details about the history of the Dominican Republic. Upon arrival in Santo Domingo you will make a beautiful tour of the most important monuments. You will also be on a romantic street, the first in America, “The Ladies”.
Duration: 6 hours
Hotel Pickup
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Baby carriage accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Babies must sit on laps
Baby seats available
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund（退款）
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
1. What do we know about Santo Domingo City—Full Day Tour?| A．Santo Domingo is the oldest city. |
| B．Someone collects you at any time. |
| C．It is expected to last for six hours. |
| D．It will be a self-guided tour. |
| A．Wheelchairs. | B．Free cars. |
| C．Service babies. | D．Baby seats. |
| A．When the start date is postponed. |
| B．If the tour is canceled for some reason. |
| C．When the service is pretty terrible. |
| D．If there are less than 150 travelers. |
7 . Daxing International Airport
Regulations for certificates
1. If your name on the passport is English, but on the ticket it is Chinese, you cannot take a domestic flight.
2. The name and other information on the boarding pass must be consistent with the information in the boarding document. If not, the security check will not allow the release.
3. The identity document held by the passenger must be the same as the identity document used the time of booking. If the ID number is inconsistent, the security check is not allowed.
4. Foreign passengers can be released through security check if there is no space or backslash in their surname and first name. It is recommended that passengers and airlines confirm whether boarding passes can be changed.
Regulations for shipping luggage
1. Domestic flight
Normally, 20kg for economy class, 30kg for business class and 40kg for first class passengers with adult or child tickets.
2. International flight
In general, the free shipped luggage limit for economy class passengers is 20kg, and 30kg for economy class passengers with student passports. The allowance of free shipped luggage in business class is 30kg and 40kg for first class.
Wheelchair service for special passengers
You can ask for wheelchair service in the ground garage, and the personnel will accompany you to enter the terminal.
| Origin | Destination | Depart | Arrive | Flight |
| Daxing, Beijing | Nanyang | 06:40 | 08:21 | KN5759 |
| Daxing, Beijing | Sanya | 06:50 | 11:10 | K19-K28 |
| Daxing, Beijing | Changsha | 07:20 | 09:22 | A15-A28 |
| Daxing, Beijing | Yinchuan | 08:00 | 10:10 | AO1-A14 |
| A．He will not be allowed to board the plane. |
| B．He has to change the information on his boarding pass. |
| C．He can pass the security check. |
| D．He has to provide his ID number. |
| A．80kg | B．60kg | C．40kg | D．70kg |
| A．About two hours. | B．About three hours. |
| C．About four hours. | D．About three and a half hours. |
8 . As parents, the well-being of your children is very important. It is important to keep them happy and healthy. It is also important to make sure they are active. It is especially important for children under the age of five. As parents, it can be hard to find time for all this. At the Shining Light Day Center, we understand this. We have created a lot of activities to help your children.
Our activities cover many different areas. We want to help children learn to work with others. We want to help children learn to read and speak. We also want to help children to be healthy. Our activities include classes and games. These keep the children interested. At the same time, they are learning and growing.
Our programs are for children between the ages of 3 and 5. Children will learn basic math and English skills. Our program helps children start grade school.
Our classes are held at two different times. On weekdays, classes are held from noon to 3 p.m. On weekends, classes are held from 9 to 11 a.m. This gives you a lot of choice as a parent.
All parents should consider the Shining Light Day Center; it will give your children a good beginning in life. Visit our website today to learn more.
Learning Activity | Details (详情) |
Storytelling | Children listen to stories being told. Then they help write the ending of the story. |
Telling Time | Children learn counting skills by using clocks. They count hours and minutes. |
Hide and Seek | Children must find toys hidden in our outdoor play areas. |
Puppet (木偶) Show | Children use hand puppets to act out stories. They work in pairs. |
1. When does the Shining Light Day Center have classes?
| A．9 to 11 a.m. on Saturdays. | B．9 to 11 a.m. on Mondays. |
| C．3 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. | D．3 to 5 p.m. on Fridays. |
| A．Storytelling. | B．Telling time. | C．Puppet Show. | D．Hide and Seek. |
| A．a news article | B．a teaching plan | C．a business report | D．an advertisement |
9 . Spending time outdoors can reduce stress and increase overall health. Stuck inside? You can still connect with nature with a virtual visit to a national park. Four of the most visited national parks in the nation offer creative ways for visitors at home to explore its beauty.
Grand Canyon National Park
On a Grand Canyon virtual archaeological tour, armchair travelers get an inside look at the first major archaeological site along the Colorado River in nearly four decades. A series of interactive 360-degree photos show the archaeologists (考古学家) at work, with insight into their tools and methods.
Yosemite National Park
Few national parks have more natural wonders than Yosemite. Visitors can see water pouring down from Yosemite Falls or look up at Half Dome from the floor of Yosemite Valley.
Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park protects a rainforest ecosystem (生态系统) largely untouched by human habitation. It also protects an incredible range of habitats and impressive biodiversity (生物多样性).
A set of beautiful interactive wall paintings appeals to those with an interest in plants and animals. Click through the images to learn more about what’s growing in the park.
Yellowstone National Park
America’s oldest national park is also one of the easiest to tour virtually. You can watch Old Faithful erupt in real time or send an audio postcard featuring the sounds of springtime, the barks and howls of wolves at Blacktail Pond.
1. What is special about Grand Canyon National Park?| A．It provides a wide range of photos for tourists. |
| B．It offers travelers chances to act archaeologists. |
| C．It makes visitors understand archaeological tools. |
| D．It has a history of approximately forty years. |
| A．The rainforest ecosystem. |
| B．Attractive wall paintings. |
| C．Various amazing habitats. |
| D．Impressive natural wonders. |
| A．Grand Canyon National Park. |
| B．Yosemite National Park. |
| C．Olympic National Park. |
| D．Yellowstone National Park. |
Hours & Dates
Open daily : April 7—October 31
10:00a.m—5:00p.m.
Prices
| Adults | $ 28 |
| Children(3-12 years old) | $24 |
| Children (2 years old and under) | free |
| Seniors(62 years old+) | $22 |
*** For your safety at the zoo, please obey all posted signs and guidelines throughout the zoo.
No Pets
Pets of any kind are not allowed in the zoo area. Also, DO NOT leave pets in your car while you are in the zoo. Service animals are allowed in the zoo. However, they are not permitted in the following areas: the petting zoo, the deer forest, or near the big cat (tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards) habitats.
Follow the Rules in the Deer Forest
In the deer forest, wait for the deer to come to you. Then try to feel them by gentle touches. Never run after or shout at them as this stresses them out. Animals prefer quiet. Also, please stay on the path and do not enter the forest.
Never Cross Any Fence Within the Zoo
Please do not try to touch the animals not in the deer forest or petting zoo. All animals can bite and their habitats are their homes. This is for the safety of both our visitors and our animals.
Do Not Bring Outside Food for Our Animals
All of our animals’ diets include specific foods. Outside food can make them very sick, even if it seems like they could eat it. Feeding the animals is allowed in the petting zoo and deer forest with food that is provided by the zoo.
Children Must Be Supervised (监管) at All Times
Children must be supervised at all times while in all areas of the zoo.
1. How much should a couple with their five-year-old child pay to enter the zoo?| A．$28 | B．$56 |
| C．$78 | D．$80 |
| A．Keep it in his car. | B．Keep it away from certain areas. |
| C．Keep it in the petting zoo. | D．Keep it in the Zoo Service Center. |
| A．Children can visit the petting zoo alone. |
| B．Some visitors have got bitten at the zoo. |
| C．Feeding certain animals with provided food is allowed. |
| D．Some animals at the zoo are very sick now. |
