1 . Some interesting places in Barcelona
Barcelona is now Europe’s sixth most visited city. If you’ve never visited it before, a plan to go there is worth making because there’s so much to see. The following will definitely leave a deep impression on the first-timers in Barcelona.
Grab a fresh snack at La Boqueria Market
Barcelona’s biggest market is found right in the middle of the famous La Rambla. Its central location means that it’s always packed with people, so prepare to push your way through the stands! The selection and quality of ingredients are excellent. Grab a milk shake and get lost in the crowds.
Look down on the city from the majestic Park Guell
The mosaic-covered buildings of Park Guell have come to be the postcard photo of Barcelona! The park itself is remarkably beautiful and has one of the best views of the whole city. The best way to reach Park Guell from the city centre is to take Bus 24 from Placa Catalunya. Some areas of the park are free, while the best pats require you to buy a ticket.
Appreciate 4,000 original Picassos at the Picasso Museum
The Picasso Museum in Barcelona showcases one of the most extensive Picasso collections in the world, with a particular highlight on much of his early work. Picasso spent his adolescent years in Barcelona, and it is the place where he developed his artistic training. The Museum is located in the heart of the Old Town, in the very streets where the young Picasso lived his Barcelona life.
Take a tour of historic Camp Nou
The second biggest association football stadium in the world is home to one of the most historic clubs of all time. A tour at Camp Nou includes access to the Camp Nou Museum where you will be able to see 22 Liga and 4 Champions League trophies in the same room. Explore an area solely dedicated to Barcelona’s hero, Leo Messi.
1. What can you do at La Boqueria Market?| A．Buy souvenirs for friends. | B．Enjoy freshly-made food. |
| C．Meet the footballer, Messi. | D．Buy postcards in the market. |
| A．Those who like beautiful scenery. | B．Those who like western paintings. |
| C．Those who are interested in football. | D．Those eager to taste delicious food. |
| A．To advertise for a grand park. | B．To attract more visitors to Barcelona. |
| C．To introduce a famous artist Picasso. | D．To praise delicious snacks in Barcelona. |
2 . Christmas is coming early this year for “Downton Abbey”《唐顿庄园》fans. Highclere Castle, where the beloved British show was filmed, will be available for one night only on Airbnb.
The stay will offer two lucky guests a glimpse at what life as a Crawley may have been like. The once-in-a-lifetime stay will take place on November 26, 2019, according to the listing.
Highclere Castle belongs to the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon, who still live on the grounds and will host the guests. The Earl is Queen Elizabeth II’s godson.
Reservations for Highclere Castle will become available on October 1 at 7 p.m. ET, and it’s first come, first serve.
The stay at Highclere Castle will cost $159.
In a one-night-only listing, Earl and Lady Carnarvon are inviting one lucky couple to “live like royalty” at their 100,000-square-foot, 300-room estate in Hampshire, England. The chosen pair will be invited to share dinner with the Earl and Countess in the state dining room, followed by coffee in the library. They will then retire to one of the gallery bedrooms with views overlooking 1,000 acres of parkland. Before they leave the following day, the guests can also expect breakfast and a private tour of the grounds that will highlight rooms “Downton Abbey” fans know well, including the drawing room and gallery bedrooms.
Guests will be waited on by the castle’s butler service(管家服务) during dinner and there’s strictly one butler allowed per guest, according to house rules.
Other stipulations for guests include that all newspapers must be ironed, they must wear cocktail attire to dinner, they can only gossip in the downstairs quarters, and there are no pets allowed. But have no fear, there are nine dogs on site who can’t wait to make your acquaintance.
This isn’t the first time the Earl and Countess have opened their doors to the public.
Visitors can take tours of the castle between 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily from July to September. The castle is also open on various days throughout the year. The couple even hosted the first public Christmas ball at Highclere Castle last year. They’ll be hosting another holiday ball this year, though the specific date hasn’t been announced yet.
“It’s an absolute privilege and pleasure to call Highclere Castle my home and I am delighted to be able to share it on Airbnb for a truly unique stay,” Lady Carnarvon wrote on Airbnb.
“Highclere Castle has been in the Carnarvon family since 1679 and has an incredibly rich history,” the Countess added. “I am passionate about the stories and heritage of Highclere Castle, and I am looking forward to welcoming our future guests.”
The event builds on the excitement for the “Downton Abbey” film.
The film follows the Crawley family as they prepare for a visit from King George V and Queen Mary in 1927. It premieres in theaters on Friday in the US.
1. From the passage, we can learn that ________.| A．the guests will stay at Highclere Castle on Christmas Eve |
| B．Downton Abbey was filmed at Highclere Castle |
| C．Highclere Castle will offer the guests only B&B |
| D．all the visitors will be invited to have caffee |
| A．be reserved on October 1 at 7 p.m. ET |
| B．provide the guests with dinner and coffee in the library |
| C．allow guests to take 9 dogs at most |
| D．witness a Christmas ball on November 26, 2019 |
| A．film review | B．family introduction | C．travel advertisement | D．castle story |
3 . The events and exhibitions will let you have a good time without spending a coin.
The Bar Comedy Night
The Bar Comedy is a show of Melbourne’s funniest and finest comedians. This show supports and encourages diversity in all its forms. Come along on the third Thursday of each month to witness and laugh your head off at a great and unique night in Melbourne comedy.
Worlds Immersive at Melbourne Museum
Worlds Immersive is a 5-minute cinematic(电影的) journey from the origin of the universe, through the building blocks of nature, to explore the patterns and connections that bind us and the natural world together. Artist Josef Gatti is an emerging filmmaker, specialising in storytelling through new motion picture technology and innovative techniques.
Melbourne Zoo
Over 300 species of animals from around the world can be found in Melbourne Zoo, just minutes from the central city. There are also interactive exhibits where visitors have the chance to learn all about the zoo's animals, the fight to save wildlife from extinction, and what visitors can do to help.
All members and visitors must pre-book a ticket online. You will not be able to book tickets at the gate. Evening sessions, from 4 pm to 8 pm, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Children under 16 years old receive free entry every weekend, during school holidays and on Victorian public holidays.
1. How many times can people enjoy comedy in The Bar Comedy Night within a month?| A．Once. | B．Twice. |
| C．Three times. | D．Four times. |
| A．He is a designer. | B．He is a director. |
| C．He is a producer. | D．He is a writer. |
| A．It’s very convenient for people in the city. |
| B．Visitors have zero distance contact with animals. |
| C．Children under the age of 16 are free of charge. |
| D．Tickets can be gotten at the gate or on the Internet. |
4 . Shellharbour City Library provides a range of Library Special Needs Services for people who are unable to access our library service in the usual way. As long as you live in Shellharbour City, we'll provide a full range of library services and resources including:
● Large printed and ordinary printed books
● Talking books on tape and CD
● DVDs and music CDs
● Magazines
● Reference and information requests
You will be asked to complete a “Statement of Need” application form which must be signed by a medical professional.
Home delivery service
Let us know what you like to read and we will choose the resources for you. Our staff will deliver the resources to your home for free. We also provide a service where we can choose the resources for you or someone instead of you chooses the things from the library. You can also choose the resources you need personally.
Talking books and captioned videos
The library can provide talking books for people who are unable to use printed books because of eye diseases. You don't have to miss out on reading any more when you can borrow talking books from the library. If you have limited hearing which prevents you from enjoying movies, we can provide captioned videos for you at no charge.
Languages besides English
We can provide books in a range of languages besides English. If possible, we will request these items from the State Library of NSW, Australia.
How to join?
Contact the Library Special Needs Coordinator to register or discuss if you are eligible (合适的) for any of the services we provide—Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9am—5pm on 4297 2522 for more information.
1. What are Library Special Needs Services meant for?| A．those who are fond of reading |
| B．only those who have walking disabilities |
| C．people living in Shellharbour City with an illness or disability |
| D．those who can't get medical help in Shellharbour City |
| A．talking books | B．captioned videos |
| C．magazines | D．large printed books |
| A．only choose printed books | B．register ahead of time |
| C．pay the library ahead of time | D．have others choose the resources for you |
5 . August is one of the most popular months to travel for Chinese. Choosing the perfect destination for an August vacation isn't easy. We looked at airfare trends, climate data, and cultural calendars to select 4 vacation spots that are some of the best places to visit this August.
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Visitors can enjoy the sunny weather while boating, fishing, and sailing. On land, you can hop between historic sites like Fort Mackinac and Fort Holmes, both key sites in the War of 1812.
And sweet teeth will have something to celebrate too: the Fudge（软糖） Festival, which takes place every August and allows the many fudge shops on the island to show off their best work.
Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
Martha's Vineyard is praised as one of the most classic summer getaways in the United States.
The charming island south of Cape Cod is dotted with simple and elegant New England homes, relaxing sandy beaches. The sunny summer weather in August sets the perfect stage for a boat outing or a shopping trip to the town's shops of all kinds.
Krakow, Poland
Krakow, Poland, is the perfect mixture of history and nightlife.
Tourist favorites in Krakow include Wawel Cathedral, St. Mary's Basilica, and the Schindler's Factory museum, each of which gives a glance into Poland's religious and political history. After the sun sets, enjoy Krakow's world——famous bar and restaurant scene, and don't forget to pop into a cafe for a late-night snack.
Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Every year, one of the grandest wonders in nature is performed here—the Great Migration.
The annual migration sees more than 2 million wildebeest(羚羊), zebras make the dangerous journey across the Serengeti in search of greener fields. Along the way, predators(食肉动物) such as lions and crocodiles lie in wait for the incoming foods, providing tense scene for brave sightseers and nature lovers.
1. What do you enjoy when you go to Krakow?| A．Boating. | B．Bars and restaurants. |
| C．The Fudge Festival. | D．The Great Migration. |
| A．Mackinac Island. | B．Martha's Vineyard. |
| C．Krakow. | D．Maasai Mara National Reserve. |
| A．They are some of the best places to visit this August for Chinese. |
| B．The total cost of going to these places is roughly the same. |
| C．They all have historical scenes to visit. |
| D．They are all the favorite seaside of tourists. |
6 . Millions of people are familiar with if -snoring(打鼾). The number one annoyance in the bedroom at night. About one i two men and one in four women of middle age or older snores in their sleep. Previously dismissed as just an annoying disturbance of the peace, snoring is now recognized as a serious sleep and health disorder. These nightly problems in sleep can even be life-threatening!
When snoring, loud breathing noises occur in the upper airways during sleep, as loud as a passing truck. That' s the sound many people fall asleep to, Men over 50 years old, especially snore. As many as 60 to 80 Percent in this age group are affected.
Now there's a revolutionary helper that immediately improves nasal( 鼻的)breathing and can thereby prevent snoring. It is called the SilentSnore, and its the first small and easy-to-use device for combating bothersome snoring noises. Tens of thousands of people have already used this little wonder to sleep better and more peacefully at night. And indeed-snoring can easily be combated with this method!
The SilentSnore gently widens the nostril(鼻孔) to reduce respiratory(呼吸系统) resistance in the nose in other words, air can flow better into the lungs through the nose. As soon as the body registers that nasal breathing is working without restriction again, it unconsciously switches to (much healthier)nasal breathing. In contrast to things like chinstraps, SilentSnore does not disturb you while you sleep.
This ingenious little device controls snoring when sleeping without interfering the normal sleep cycle. A normal and healthy sleep cycle should include at least 25% at deep sleep, by relieving snoring effectively, stop disturbing your sleeping partner immediately, and/ guarantee your body rest and regenerate well. You can place your order online through the official website in China. Your SilentSnore will be delivered to your doorstep.
1. Why should we try to prevent snoring?| A．Because loud breathing noises occur in the upper airways during sleep. |
| B．Because it's the number one annoyance in the bedroom at night and it can be life threatening. |
| C．Because as many as 60 to 80 percent in this age group are affected by snoring |
| D．Because snoring was recognized as a serious sleep and health disorder |
| A．12 | B．6 |
| C．8 | D．We don't know |
| A．promoting better breathing | B．reducing and stopping snoring. |
| C．interfering the normal sleep cycle | D．Being small and easy to use |
