1 . Are you looking forward to a vacation with your family in Caribbean islands? Actually, a family vacation in the Caribbean islands doesn’t come cheap but is affordable. These four wonderful kid-friendly hotels are ideal for you.
Dreams Palm Beach Hotel
Close to Higuey, this hotel by the sea is just the place to enjoy the feel of Caribbean sand. While adults can be organized to visit Punta Cana, go golfing and go swimming, kids will love the kids’ club and the kids’ pool. A range of meals from Mexican flavor (味道) to Asian and French flavor are offered there, making this hotel stand out. Need more good news? There’s a spa to really get adults in the vacation mood.
Hilton Nassau Hotel
In the Nassau’s shopping district, this hotel is perfectly located to explore the nearby island, Prince George Wharf. Families can be guided to go to Bay Street for shopping or to the historic landmarks like Rawson Square. Then, return to the hotel’s pool bar for dining and overlooking Nassau Harbor and Paradise Island. The kids’ menu and high chairs make family dining a treat, especially since kids eat for free.
Club Med La Caravelle
This hotel, on the Caribbean island of Grand Terre in Guadeloupe, is ideal for sporty family. You’ll find a pool, tennis courts, a gym, and a kids’ club where the activities’ schedule is brilliantly packed to keep your little ones busy all day.
Sugar Bay Resort
You can feel right at home on your private balcony in this 31-acre property. Those who prefer a little action can catch a game of tennis in the gym, or even try surfing or jet skiing. No passport is required to visit the US Virgin Islands. Kids’ club is available for those who prefer to stay indoors.
1. What makes eating in the Hilton Nassau Hotel more pleasant?| A．Its high chairs. | B．Treating friends. |
| C．No charge for kids. | D．The special-designed menu. |
| A．Dreams Palm Beach Hotel. | B．Hilton Nassau Hotel. |
| C．Club Med La Caravelle. | D．Sugar Bay Resort. |
| A．There are clubs and pools designed for kids. |
| B．It offers a spa to relax tourists and kids. |
| C．Tourists can visit the islands staying indoors. |
| D．Tourists can experience great adventure. |
2 . I-drive 360
Looking for things to do in after you’ve visited Disney World? Families should head for I-drive360: an 18-acre entertainment complex centred around a 400-foot tall observation wheel-the Coca-Cola Orlando eye that offers breathtaking views of Central Florida. There two on-site museums make I-Drive360 stand out. Skeletons: Museum of Osteology features 500 complete animal skeletons (骨骼) that provide remarkable look into the world of wildlife. Sea Life Orlando is an interactive underwater adventure allowing you to observe sea species up close from inside a thrilling 360-degree ocean tunnel.
Lake Eola Park
Located in the heart of downtown Orlando, Lake Eola Park is continuously rated one of the best things to do in Orlando by both visitor and locals alike. Whether you want a leisurely walk or a heart-pumping jog, you can taste the peaceful scenery along the 1.5-kilometre pathway that lines the lake. Feeling romantic?
Wonder Works
Wonder Works was actually built to look as though it was dropped upside-down on an otherwise ordinary Orlando city block! No, your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you—here everything is upside down! Kids of all find the 100-plus hands-on exhibits inside the striking structure just as mind-blowing, from the natural disasters-themed displays to a 36-foot-high indoor ropes course.
College Park Neighborhood
Voted ‘‘Orlando’s Best Neighborhood,” it’s here you’ll find the Dubsdread Golf Course (the only public golf course in the city), and some of the best food Orlando has to offer. In the fall, College Park plays host to a popular Jazz Festival, with as many as 10 bands playing on three stages dotted throughout the neighborhood.
1. What makes I-drive360 most famous?| A．The Coca-Cola Orlando Eye. | B．Its size and ideal location. |
| C．Its two on-site museums. | D．The 360-degree ocean tunnel. |
| A．I-Drive360. | B．Lake Eola Park. |
| C．Wonder Works. | D．College Park Neighborhood. |
| A．It has earned a lot of money. | B．Many hands are working there. |
| C．No adult will be admitted into it. | D．It is educational and entertaining. |
| A．They are all Orlando-based. | B．They are closely located. |
| C．They all are seaside ones. | D．They are all for children. |
3 . Here, four farm-to-table restaurants in Singapore to try out. Any fresher and you’ll have to eat off the farm itself.
Open Farm Community
Open Farm Community has been championing local produce since 2015 by partnering with local and regional farms.
Open Farm Community also has a garden plot where they grow some of the produce it uses as well, such as the corn needed to make the OFC Farm Sweet Corn “Ribs”.
Opening Hours: Monday to Fridays 12-3pm, 6-11pm. Saturdays an Sundays 11am-4pm, 6-11pm.
Smith Marine
Fancy having a meal on a modern kelong that has been transformed into a floating seafood restaurant off the coast of Pulau Ubin?
Then, head to Smith Marine where you can enjoy various seafood farmed in the neighbouring fish farm.
To get there, you’ll need to take a speed boat from Changi Point Ferry Terminal.
Opening Hours: 10.30am to 1.30pm, 3pm to 4.30pm
Labyrinth
Labyrinth is one of the few restaurants serving up modern Singaporean cuisine.
Headed by Han Li Guang, the one Michelin-starred establishment champions chef with a menu consisting of 90 percent locally sourced ingredients from producer Edible Garden City.
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Sundays, 12 – 2:30pm, 6:30 – 11pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Kausmo
Headed by internationally known chef Lisa Tang and supported by the Les Amis Group, Kausmo was opened in 2019 with the aim of repurposing unwanted fruits and vegetables that are either not aesthetically pleasing or over-ripened.
Seafood is also sourced from small regional farming communities and secondary cuts of meats are prized here. Kausmo serves a six-course carte blanche menu (全权菜单) at $105++ per pax (顾客，乘客).
Opening Hours: Tuesdays to Saturdays 6:30-10:30pm. Sundays 2-5pm. Closed on Mondays.
1. What is special about Smith Marine?| A．It owns a fish farm. | B．It floats in the water. |
| C．It has the freshest seafood. | D．It has an expansive location. |
| A．They have top-class chefs. |
| B．They serve only local produce. |
| C．They repurpose over-ripened fruit. |
| D．They adopt modern cooking method. |
| A．Smith Marine. | B．Kausmo. |
| C．Labyrinth. | D．Open Farm Community. |
4 . The Four Best Online Agriculture Classes
If you’re thinking about going back to school for a degree in agriculture or are just interested in picking it up as a hobby online courses are a great way to learn something new without breaking the bank .
Colorado State University
Why we choose it: Colorado State University’s online agriculture programs are our top choice because the university offers everything from training programs and certificates to individual agriculture courses and undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Pros(优点): Offers both credit and non-credit agricultural courses;
Several undergraduate and graduate programs to choose from
Cons(缺点): Credits are more expensive than other options on our list.
Future Learn
Why we choose it: Future learn stands out as the best option for free online agriculture classes because the platform lets students learn about unlimited topics without having to pay for lessons.
Pros: Courses can be taken for free;
Classes are taught by experts in the USA and abroad.
Cons: Students cannot earn a degree.
Oregon State University
Why we choose it: We choose Oregon State University as the best option for readers seeking an online bachelor’s degree in agriculture due to the school’s multiple online undergraduate programs related to the agricultural business.
Pros: Courses are fully online, and students receive the same degree as on-campus learners; Credits are less expensive than many other online degrees.
Cons: Does not offer an online graduate degree in agriculture;
Course offerings are more theoretical and less practical.
Coursera
Why we choose it: Coursera is the top choice for students who want to earn certificates in
agriculture-related topics because the platform’s certificates are well-regarded and easy to add to LinkedIn, a huge professional database.
Pros:Flexible course schedules;
Classes are extremely well-reviewed;
Certificates are easy to share with your network on LinkedIn.
Cons: Course offerings are more theoretical and less practical.
1. Which of the following offers the most courses?| A．Coursera. | B．FutureLearn. |
| C．Oregon State University. | D．Colorado State University. |
| A．Its ranking is the highest. | B．It can offer a degree. |
| C．It can provide free lessons. | D．Its course schedules are inflexible. |
| A．Their courses are less practical. | B．Their certificates are easy to add to Linkedln. |
| C．Their credits are more expensive. | D．Their degrees are the same as those in school |
5 . Welcome to the InspireMyKids (IMK) Community
You can learn more about the InspireMyKids (IMK) community here.
Introduction to the programme
You are joined by thousands of educators each month in over 100 countries around the world who use IMK to provide teaching materials, including inspiring stories, quotations and activities. Some educators use the site every day in their class, while others use it on occasion.Whether you use it to add reading and writing activities or a regular character education activity to your class. IMK provides a wealth of contents that can meet your needs and goals.
Ways to use the programme
To get started using IMK with your children in your classroom, we suggest you click the People &. Stories link in the main navigation. Here you can select site contents based on school subjects, character values, topics and age ranges. Next, look through the Sayings tab of our main navigation to find great sayings, especially prepared for kids.
Contests of the IMK community
Practical ways identified by teachers for using the site throughout the school day to support your educational goals include:
Warm-up
Do Now
Free Time
Extra Credit
After School
Sign up
We also recommend that you sign up on our email list or join our Facebook community to stay updated on new contents that are published each week.
Feedback
Lastly, we ask for your opinions with our gratitude and appreciation. There is nothing more valuable to us than feedback and suggestions from our users and we invite you to help shape the future of the IMK community. Please let us know how we can best serve you and your children.
1. What does IMK offer?| A．Parents’ personal information. |
| B．Materials for teaching students. |
| C．Material comforts for the public. |
| D．Introduction to famous educators. |
| A．Two. | B．Three. | C．Four. | D．Five. |
| A．To upload their opinions. | B．To get renewed contents. |
| C．To use the programme for free. | D．To select their favorite activities. |
6 . There are campus museums all over China that offer various collections and make for eye-opening visits.
Beijing Air and Space Museum at Beihang University
Admission: free
Opening hours: Tuesday and Saturday, 9:00 am -12:00 pm
Highlights: Included among the more than 300 historic aircraft and space artifacts are one of the two Northrop P - 61 Black Widows in the world and China’s first light airliner, Beijing 1.
Fudan University Museum
Admission: free
Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 am - 11:30 am and 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Highlights: A unique collection of native artifacts from the Gaoshan aborigines in Taiwan. Some of them, such as pearl vests, are rarely seen even in Taiwan.
China Ichthyic Culture Museum at Shanghai Ocean University
Admission: 10 yuan
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 11:30 am and 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Highlights: In this collection of more than 40,000 specimens of about 3,000 ocean-dwelling species, the most eye-catching one is an 18. 4-meter-long sperm whale skeleton.
Yifu Museum of China University of Geosciences
Admission: 40 yuan; half price for students
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm and 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm; weekends and holidays, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Highlights: It houses a collection of more than 30,000 mineral and rock specimens, more than 2,000 of which are rare ones like the museum’s well-known dinosaur fossils.
China Academy Museum at Hunan University
Admission: 50 yuan
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 8: 00 am - 6: 30 pm in summer and 8: 30 am - 6:00 pm in winter
Highlights: China’s only museum to feature the history of academies and cultural education in the country.
1. Which museum will you choose if you’re interested in sea species?| A．China Academy Museum at Hunan University. |
| B．Yifu Museum of China University of Geosciences. |
| C．Beijing Air and Space Museum at Beihang University. |
| D．China Ichthyic Culture Museum at Shanghai Ocean University. |
| A．Space artifacts. | B．Dinosaur fossils. |
| C．Native artifacts. | D．Sperm whale skeletons. |
| A．On Tuesday 6:00 pm in winter. |
| B．On Saturday 8:00 am in winter. |
| C．On Sunday 6:30 pm in summer. |
| D．On Wednesday 8:00 am in summer. |
7 . Fall in Love With Your Writing With These Books!
Write Naked
By Jennifer Probst
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Just Write
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Write yourself past fears, doubts and setbacks, using your desire writing excellence to deeply involve yourself in the craft. In Just Write, you’ll learn how to master the nuances of fiction, discover what readers really want, and persevere through the challenges of getting started, conquering writers block and dealing with rejection.
Damn Fine Story
By Chuck Wendig
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Great storytelling is making readers care about your characters. And to tell a damn fine story, you need to understand why and how that caring happens. Using a mix of personal stories, pop fiction examples and traditional storytelling terms, The New York Times bestselling author Chuck Wendig will help you internalize the feel of powerful storytelling.
Fearless Writing
By William Kenower
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Filled with insightful wisdom and practical advice, Fearless Writing teaches you how to accept the inner value of your work, enter a flow state while writing and overcome rejection, delay and other obstacles that prevent your creativity. With Fearless Writing, you’ll find the inner strength to set on a brave journey and build a lifelong career in the process.
1. Who shares his/her own writing experience with the readers?| A．Jennifer Probst. | B．James Scott Beli. | C．Chuck Wendig. | D．William Kenower. |
| A．Write Naked. | B．Just Write. | C．Damn Fine Story. | D．Fearless Writing. |
| A．They are written by bestselling authors. | B．They focus on traditional storytelling terms. |
| C．They show how to overcome rejection. | D．They give some practical advice on writing |
8 . Flights often mean risky security, long layovers and unexpected delays, which can sometimes make for unpleasant travel experiences. Still, your airport journey doesn’t always have to be terrible. Here are some cool airports that will make you forget about all your travel baggage:
Hamad International Airport, Qatar
This $16-billion airport screams luxury. It features a 25-metre-long swimming pool. The airport is also equipped with quiet rooms, ideal for passengers seeking a pre-flight snooze. There is a giant dinosaur robot and a 23-foot-tall Urs Fischer sculpture of a yellow teddy bear.
Changi Airport, Singapore
If you didn’t get enough shopping done during your trip, then Changi Airport is the perfect place for you. There are over 300 retail stores available and two movies theatres — free of charge — for you to take advantage of. There’s also a fascinating butterfly garden. Here, you can find a rainforest-themed garden with about 1,000 butterflies surrounded by flowering plants and a six-metre grotto waterfall.
Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to fly a plane? If you have, then head over to the Aviation Discovery Centre and hop on the plane cabin simulator. This ride allows passengers to see what it’s like to actually fly a plane. Pretty cool if you’re about to board a real flight in a couple of hours. This airport is also home to an 1MAX theatre and an indoor, multimedia golf course.
Helsinki Airport, Finland
If you have an appreciation for art, then you’ll love your layover in Helsinki. It’s the MoMa of airports, complete with a 24-hour art gallery and aviation museum. There are paintings and art installations all over the building. Passengers can also relax between flights in a sleeping pod, an ergonomic seat/bed complete with a pull-up cover to keep out light and noise, storageyou’re your carry-on under the seat, and a power outlet for your phone or laptop.
1. At Changi Airport, Singapore, passengers have a chance to ________.| A．watch a movie with butterflies around them |
| B．make purchases free of charge in the retail stores |
| C．enjoy the beauty or a waterfall |
| D．take photos with a yellow teddy bear |
| A．Hamad International Airport, Qatar. |
| B．Changi Airport, Singapore. |
| C．Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong. |
| D．Helsinki Airport, Finland. |
| A．Their quiet space for rest. | B．Their luxurious decoration style. |
| C．Their rich artistic atmosphere. | D．Their high-tech equipment. |
9 . Jewel’s Online Footwear Store
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1. How many pairs of leather dress shoes does the first customer own?| A．Four. |
| B．Three. |
| C．Two. |
| D．One. |
| A．Customer 1. |
| B．Customer 2. |
| C．Customer 3. |
| D．Customer 4. |
| A．They are made to last. |
| B．They make him feel more comfortable. |
| C．They make him attractive. |
| D．He got to know his wife while buying them |
10 . Ad. 1
April fool’s party
On Friday, April 1, Inner Affair goes back to the days of funk! Classic Tunes from the 70’s and 80’s by DJs Den & Sion. 9pm till late.Tickets: Free entrance for those in costume, otherwise 50 yuan (US$6)
Time/date: 9 pm, April 1
Place: Inner Affair, 1/F Qiankun Dasha, 6 Sanlitun Xiliujie, Chaoyang District
Tel: 8454 0321
Ad. 2
Language in use
Enjoy free in-house coffee, tea and beer as well as music and dancing. Practice your Chinese, make friends and have fun.Time/date: 7 to 9 pm, March 25
Place: Language In Use Club, 2/F, Science Fortune Center, 8 Xueqing Lu, north of Xueyuan Lu, Haidian District
Ad. 3
The "worst" party
Organized by ozone productions, the party is set to be "the worst ever", with the lamest music from the 60s, 70s and 80s. Special prizes will be awarded to the worst dressed or for bad fashion sense.Tickets: Free entrance
Time/date: 9 pm, April 1
Place: Pula Pula, Tianze Lu, Oriental Seven Colours Plaza, Chaoyang District
Tel: 6466 8575
Ad. 4
La Nuit Francaise
Again on the 2nd Thursday of the month La Nuit Francaise will be held at Le Rendezvous. The monthly event is an opportunity for all French people and everyone interested in France or speaking French to gather together.The evening features three glasses of wine and canapes for participants and a special exhibition.
Time/date: 7 to 10 pm, April 14
Place: Le Rendezvous, 3 Gongti Beilu, across from the Pacific Century Plaza, Chaoyang District Tel: 6462 9110
Ad. 5
Marco V
Dutch DJ Marco V drops by Banana for a gig which is supported by Hong Kong’s DJ Spark.Marco V has been around for many years, as an inventive, style blending deejay and a successful and devoted producer. His spinning is energetic, crowd pleasing and never sees an empty dance floor. He was ranked No. 15 in this year’s international DJ MAG DJ Top100.
Tickets: 40 yuan (US$4.80) in advance, 50 yuan (US$6) at the door, both include a free drink
Time/date: 10 pm to 4 am, March 31, April 1
Place: Banana, in the lobby of the Scitech Hotel, 22 Jianwai Dajie, Chaoyang District
Tel: 6528 3636
1. Which of the following is NOT true of Ad. 1 and Ad. 3?
| A．The two parties will be held on the same day. |
| B．The two parties will be held at the same time. |
| C．The entrance fees of the two parties will not be charged. |
| D．Some old music will be played at the parties. |
| A．Marco V. | B．La Nuit Francaise. |
| C．Language in use. | D．The "worst" party. |
| A．Marco V is a newly established band |
| B．La Nuit Francaise may be French words |
| C．the "worst" party will attract a lot of college students |
| D．you will enjoy free drink at April fool’s party |
