1 . Yellowstone Poster Exhibition to Be on View at UW’s Coe Library
A first-of-its-kind exhibition that focuses on the history of Yellowstone National Park posters will be on display at the University of Wyoming’s Coe Library beginning Tuesday, February 1.
“Wonderland Illustrated” will present posters and poster-style illustrations of the park spanning from the 1870s through 2022. The exhibition will be located on Level 3 of Coe Library. It will be on view through Tuesday, May 31.
The exhibition takes place at the same time as this year’s 150th anniversary of the creation of Yellowstone National Park. The posters in the exhibition serve the purpose of both advertising and art.
“We’re thrilled to be working with Yellowstone collectors Jack and Susan Davís, and Larry and Thea Lancaster to bring this exhibition to the University of Wyoming as part of year-long celebrations recognizing Yellowstone’s 150th anniversary,” says Tamsen Hert, head of UW Libraries’ Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections. “This exhibition involves the history of printing, art, photography and advertising over 16 decades. The images reproduced are found on travel brochures, postcards and maps—many of which are held in our collections.”
One poster from the exhibition—Henry Wellge’s “Yellowstone National Park” from1904—was recently purchased with donated funds and is now part of UW Libraries’ Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections. Wellge, a productive bird’s-eye-view artist, designed the piece for the Northern Pacific Railroad, which used it to advertise the park. This is a unique piece, as posters such as this one were printed on soft paper and very few have survived.
1. How long will the exhibition “Wonderland Illustrated” last?A.Two weeks. | B.Three months. | C.Four months. | D.One year. |
A.To remember a famous artist. | B.To raise fund for Coe Library. |
C.To mark the anniversary of a national park. | D.To tell the history of the University of Wyoming. |
A.It is rare in the world. | B.It is in black and white. |
C.It is printed on cloth. | D.It is owned by a professor. |
2 . The Ultimate Guide to Sussex
Sussex offers beautiful countryside, charming seaside towns and some of the best vineyards (葡萄园) in the UK. Plan your Sussex getaway with our ultimate guide.
Monk’s House
Put your National Trust membership to good use with a visit to Monk’s House purchased by Virginia and her husband Leonard Woolf in 1919. Virginia wrote many of her most celebrated works at the house, including the essay A Room of One’s Own. Admire the weather-boarded cottage’s beautiful antiques, seemingly untouched since 1969, when Leonard died.
Beachy Head
Come to Beachy Head and you’ll be greeted by one of the most splendid coastal stretches in all of Britain. It offers superb views of Eastbourne and the English Channel from 530 feet above the water. Spring through autumn are the best times to visit. Look out for the Beachy Head Marathon, which takes place every October. There’s a pay and display car park, a pub, toilet facilities and, during summer, the welcome sight of an ice-cream truck.
The Long Man of Wilmington
On the grassy ground of Windover Hill—a 235-foot figure known as the Long Man has been here for centuries. Archaeological researchers believe The Long Man of Wilmington actually dates to around the 16th century. If you’re feeling active, hike from The Long Man of Wilmington to East Sussex’s other chalk-carved figure, the Litlington White Horse.
Lewes
This town is just the right size to explore in a day, though do consider staying overnight to make good use of the local restaurants, pubs and wine bars. Lewes is one of the best places to shop in Sussex with a delightful mix of independent, antique and high street brands. If you’re visiting during summer, pack your bathers for a visit to Pells Pool, the oldest known freshwater swimming pool in the UK. You’ll need to pre-book a session.
1. In which place may visitors witness a sports event?A.Monk’s House. | B.Beachy Head. |
C.The Long Man of Wilmington. | D.Lewes. |
A.Book in advance. | B.Apply for membership. |
C.Contact a local lifeguard. | D.Learn from experienced bathers. |
A.To introduce special exhibits in Sussex. | B.To show us where to stay in Sussex. |
C.To tell us what to explore in Sussex. | D.To advertise the coming events in Sussex. |
3 . There are so many fun events happening in the City Beautiful. Enjoy the sunshine at a market, try an art class or explore the foodie scene. You’ll find an ongoing events section for even more ideas.
Harbor Nights Primavera
Time: Friday, April 7 6:30 pm—9:30 pm
Price: $69—$99
Place: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando
A lively event on the Harbor Piazza featuring wines, chef-inspired food stations and a live band. It’s a truly authentic Italian evening set beside a picturesque harbor that’s perfect for a date night or a fun night out with friends.
2023 DIS CON
Time: Saturday, April 15—Sunday, April 16
Price: $55 and up
Place: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
A one-of-a-kind expo celebrating Disney, Marvel, Pixar, theme parks, and music. On April 17, join a private after-hours party at EPCOT. All proceeds(收入)benefit Give Kids The World Village.
Open House: OneBeat
Time: Friday, April 28 7:30 pm
Price: Tickets starting at $5 donations
Place: Timucua Arts Foundation Orlando
OneBeat brings musicians(ages 19—35)from around the world to a region of the USA for one month each spring and fall to jointly write, produce, and perform original music, and develop strategies for arts-based social engagement. Feel free to bring a bottle of wine.
Annual Charity Cornhole Tournament
Time: Sunday, May 14 11:00 am
Place: Ace Cafe Orlando
Single elimination bracket(淘汰等级)style cornhole tournament at Ace Café in Orlando, FL featuring a $200 cash prize for the first place team and a prize to be determined for the second place. All proceeds will be used exclusively(专门地)to support families in need. The entry fee is a minimum donation of $50 per team.
1. What can you enjoy at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel on April 7?A.Free wines. | B.Live music. | C.Big discounts. | D.Food delivery. |
A.It encourages donations. | B.It offers prizes to the winners. |
C.It’s designed for the musicians. | D.It creates new music for its audiences. |
A.2023 DIS CON. | B.Cornhole Tournament. |
C.Open House: OneBeat. | D.Harbor Nights Primavera. |
4 . Top 4 Writing Contests of 2023
The Betty Award
As one of the few competitions for elementary and middle school students, The Betty Award grants (授了) cash prizes for written pieces below 1,000 words. The Betty Award has both a Spring &. Fall contest.
Top prize: $ 300
Entry fee: S 20
Deadline: April 30, 2023
100-Word Writing Contest
100 words or less per entry is a must. Submit as many entries as you’d like. All ages, genders, nationalities and writers are welcome. The theme is using humor as healing (治愈)。
Top prize: $ 800
Entry fee: $ 10
Deadline: May 13, 2023
Teen Writing Contest
The Ann Arbor District Library is excited to host its 30th annual Teen Writing Contest in Winter 2023! Young adult authors take part as judges each year, who then read and select the winning stories. Stories are judged in three different categories: Grades 6—8, Grades 98.10, and Grades 11812.
Top prize: $ 250
Additional prizes: 2nd/ $ 150; 3rd/ $75
Entry fee: FREE
Deadline: August 15, 2023
Bennington Young Writers Awards
Bennington College has a unique literary legacy (遗产), including 12 Pulitzer Prize winners, countless New York Times bestsellers, and two of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people. In celebration of this legacy, Bennington launched the Young Writers Awards to promote excellence in writing at the high school level.
Top prize: $ 1,000
Additional prizes: 2nd/ $ 500; 3rd/ S 250
Entry fee: FREE
Deadline: September 10,2023
1. When can participants submit their entries for The Betty Award?A.On April 28. | B.On May 13. | C.On August 15. | D.On September 10. |
A.It is free of charge. | B.It is open to all ages. |
C.It partners with a library. | D.It requires 1000-word entries. |
A.The Betty Award. | B.Teen Writing Contest. |
C.100 Word Writing Contest. | D.Bennington Young Writers Awards. |
5 . We’re excited to welcome you and your child to the world of ABC Reading Eggs!
Your child’s school has provided access to the award-winning online reading program for kids. The highly personalized learning journey will build your child’s reading skills at their own speed on a fun and safe digital platform (平台).
Your child can use ABC Reading Eggs and ABC Reading Eggspress at home on a computer. They’ll also have access to a huge online library of over 2.500 e-books to enjoy whenever they want!
To use ABC Reading Eggs at home, simply follow these steps:
1. Go to app.readingeggs.com/login.
2. Enter your child’s login (登录) details (see below):
Login name: angus13668 Password: yearl
To create your own parent account, which will let you follow your child’s progress and receive reports, follow these steps:
1. Go to wwwreadingeggs.com.au/liukschool and sign up with your email address and chosen password.
2. At the “Link to School Account” step, enter your child’s login details (provided above).
3. Click on “Start” below your child’s name and you’ re ready to begin your journey!
If you have an existing account, simply select “Add another child” and under Option #2 (“Link a child with a school”), enter your child’s login details and click “Link child”.
If you have any questions, call our friendly customer service team on 02 8585 4020 or email info@readingeggs.com.
We hope you and your child enjoy the ABC. Reading Eggs journey!
1. What can be learned about ABC Reading Eggs?A.It is famous for its well-decorated library. | B.It offers classes to adults at all levels. |
C.It is an online reading program. | D.It owns an international school. |
A.Call his child’s teacher. | B.Create his own parent account. |
C.Go to app.readingeggs.com/login. | D.Set up an email account for his child. |
A.An advertisement. | B.An announcement. |
C.A lesson plan. | D.A guide. |
6 . Benefiting from the 5,000 years history, many ancient cities exist in the vast land of China. Here are 4 ancient cities in China and each has their unique features.
Shangqiu Ancient City
●History: 4,000 years
●Opening Hours: 08:00-17:30 in winter; 08:00-18:00 in summer
●Ticket Price: ¥70 per combo ticket (组合票)
Situated in the Yellow River Valley, Shangqiu area is considered the birthplace of Chinese civilization. The best time to visit it is around the Chinese New Year, when the grandest temple fair at Shangqiu is held to worship the God of Fire.
Ancient City of Pingyao
●History: 2,700 years
●Opening Hours: 08: 00-17:30
●Ticket Price: Free entry
It has no charming landscape, green mountains or clear waters. What is unique there is the well-pre served ancient city with a grand City Wall, traditional residences, time-honored shops, and even the previous government office.
Fenghuang Ancient Town
●History: 467 years
●Opening Hours: all day; 08: 00-17:30 for Tuo River day cruise;18:00-22:30 for night cruise
●Ticket Price: Free entry
Constructed in 1556, Fenghuang Ancient Town is another historical city in China known for ethnic diversity. Generations of Miao, Tujia and Han people live here, and it now accommodates28 ethnic groups in total.
Huizhou Ancient City
●History: 2,240 years
●Opening Hours: 08:00-17:00
●Ticket Price: ¥95 for one adult; ¥140 for one adult and one child; ¥230 for two adults and one child.
Huizhou Ancient City is famous for its unique architectural style since the old days. The Huizhou-style building is one of the most important architectural schools in China, using bricks, wood, and stones as the raw materials.
1. Which of the four towns has the longest history?A.Shangqiu Ancient City. | B.Ancient City of Pingyao. |
C.Huizhou Ancient City. | D.Fenghuang Ancient Town. |
A.Various ethnic minorities. | B.Free Admission. |
C.Abundant natural beauty. | D.The same opening hours. |
A.¥95. | B.¥140. | C.¥230. | D.¥235. |
7 . Calling all poets! Time for Kids has a challenge for you: Write a rhyming poem and enter it in the TFK Poetry Contest. It must be a poem that does not copy another poet’s work.
How to enter: This contest begins at 12 pm on May 14 and ends at 12 pm on July 15. To enter online, visit our website and follow instructions to submit the following: (a)an original and previously unpublished poem; (b)the entrant’s first name only and email address; (c)a parent’s email address. Limit one entry per person or email account.
Judging: All entries will be judged by poet Kenn Nesbitt, based on the following criteria: creativity and originality (50%),use of language and rhyme (25%) and appropriateness to contest theme (25%). Winners will be notified by email during the month of August and must respond within five days.
Eligibility(资格): Open to legal citizens of the United States who are elementary school students and are 8 to 13 years old at the time of entry.
Prizes: Our judge will select four semi-finalists (半决赛选手),from which one winner and three finalists will be chosen. The winner will receive an online class taught by Kenn Nesbitt. All the semi-finalists will receive a signed copy of Bigfoot Is Missing, which is worth about $275. The semi-finalists’ poems will be published at our website.
1. How long will the poetry contest last?A.One month. | B.Two months. |
C.Three months. | D.Four months. |
A.Whether the poem is novel. |
B.Whether the poem is humorous. |
C.Whether the poem is written in rhyme. |
D.Whether the poem is suitable for the contest theme. |
A.A $275 bonus. |
B.An online class. |
C.The position of the assistant editor. |
D.A signed copy of Bigfoot Is Missing. |
8 . San Francisco Fire Engine Tours
San Francisco Winery TourRunning: February 1st through April 30th
This delicious tour goes through the city on its way to Treasure Island where we will stop at the famous Winery SF. Here you can enjoy 4 pours of some of the best wine San Francisco has to offer.(Included in tickets price)
Departing from the Cannery: Tour times upon request.Duration(时长): 2 hours
Price: $90
Back to the Fifties Tour
Running: August 16th through August 31st
This tour transports you back in time to one of San Francisco’s most fantastic periods, the 1950s! Enjoy fun history as we take you through San Francisco for a free taste of ice cream.
Departing from the Cannery: 5:00 pm and 7:30 pmDuration: 2 hours
Price: $90
Spooky Halloween Tour
Running: October 10th through October 31st
Join us for a ride through the historical Presidio district. Authentic fire gear(服装) is provided for your warmth as our entertainers take you to some of the most thrilling parts of San Francisco.
Departing from the Cannery: 6:30 pm and 8:30 pmDuration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Price: Available upon request
Holiday Lights Tour
Running: December 6th through December 23rd
This attractive tour takes you to some of San Francisco’s most cheerful holiday scenes. Authentic fire gear is provided for your warmth as you get into the holiday spirit.
Departing from the Cannery: 7:00 pm and 9:00 pmDuration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Advance reservations required.
1. Which of the tours is available in March?
A.San Francisco Winery Tour. | B.Back to the Fifties Tour. |
C.Spooky Hallowen Tour. | D.Holiday Lights Tour. |
A.Go to Treasure Island. | B.Enjoy the holiday scenes. |
C.Have free ice cream. | D.Visit the Presidio district. |
A.Take some drinks. | B.Set off early in the morning. |
C.Wear warm clothes. | D.Make reservations in advance. |
9 . Welcome to the “Chicken Soup” family
The first Chicken Soup for the Soul book was released in 1993 and quickly became a holiday favourite. Thereafter, more than 250 books have been put together based on inspiring stories submitted by readers.
On this part of the website, you will find a list of our new book topics, our writing guidelines and our submission form. We welcome your stories, written in English, from all over the world!
Guidelines for a Chicken Soup for the Soul story
1. Tell an exciting, heart-warming or funny story about something that has happened to you or someone you know. Your story should be written in the first person.
2. Don’t be afraid to speak from the heart. We do let you use a pen-name for your story.
3. Keep your story to 1,200 words or less.
4. We love poems that tell a story, but we do not publish poems that seem overly focused on rhyming (押韵) or those which read more like greetings cards.
A few more tips about submitting your stories
1. The only way to submit your stories is via our website. If you have any problems when trying to fill out the form to submit your work, please contact us.
2. Please submit stories that have not been previously published. The only exception to this is if your work has only been published in a small local publication with limited circulation (发行量) or on your own blog.
3. Please do not send us any book manuscripts (手稿), unless through a literary agent (作家代理人), as they will be automatically discarded.
What happens after you submit your story?
Please complete all fields in the submission form. After you press the SUBMIT button, wait for the next screen to come up with a message that says: “Thank you! Your information has been received.” This is the only confirmation that your story has been entered into our database.
We do not send rejection letters, and we occasionally will save a submission for consideration for a future book. But in general, if you have not heard from us 60 days prior to the book’s on-sale date, that probably means we have decided not to use your story.
If we choose your story for a future book, we will notify (通知) you by email and request your permission to print it. You will be paid $200 one month after the publication of the book and receive ten free copies of the book your story appears in. You will also be entitled to buy books from us at half price.
1. According to the article, a Chicken Soup for the Soul story may be anything but a ________.A.work of fiction | B.narrative poem |
C.humorous story | D.tale of adventure |
A.you don’t submit it on your own |
B.you don’t use your real name in the story |
C.it has already been published on a large scale |
D.it seems similar to a story that has already been published |
A.as soon as you submit your story on its website |
B.after your story has been published in a new edition |
C.when your story has been chosen for a future edition |
D.45 days before its new edition is available for purchase |
10 . Delhi is one of the main cities of the country India and you can find museums related to many things here. One such museum is related to our Indian railways and trains. In the city of Delhi, Railway has constructed its Rail Museum.
Delhi Rail Museum is well connected with the rest of the city.
A.It shows how the railway network operates |
B.Railway has been the lifeline of our country |
C.The place is ideal for visitors of every age group |
D.There are around 100 rail engines of real-life size |
E.These activities will bring a smile to the face of kids |
F.People can get a closer look at the railway models here |
G.The rail museum has few railway lines open for visitors |