1 . Ready to Experience Summer?

Are you looking to get your kids signed up for a summer camp program? We’re here to help.

ID Tech

ID Tech runs summer camps at over 75 college campus locations across the country. The camp makes the claim to be the top tech camp for 23 years running and offers teens the chance to take part in activities like hands-on STEM leaning and fun to get a preview taste of the college life that may soon be coming their way.

Camp Olympia

Located on Lake Livingston in Trinity, Texas on over 100 acres of private land, Camp Olympia has its own swimming pool, challenge course, archery field, and more. Kids aged 6-16 can attend one, two, or three-week camps. Campers can participate in over 45 activities over the course of their stay, whether that be water skiing, horseback riding, golfing, or a team competition.

Camp Chief Ouray

Located on a 5,100-acre YMCA of the Rockies about 1.5h from Denver, this camp first hosted campers in 1908. It’s billed as an “adventurous playground and traditional overnight camp for kids age 7—17—with mountains, valleys and streams.” Their programs are meant to build campers’ confidence, independence, and resilience, while they live in cabins of up to 10 campers and two staff members.

Mountain Adventure Tours

This outdoor adventure camp, located in Ketchum, teaches kids important values and life skills through entertaining activities in the Idaho wilderness. M.A.T. runs several camps per summer and each has an individual theme, along with accompanying age groups. There are five-night sleepaway camp for 13-15-year-olds, plus themed camps like river rafting and survival skills.

1. Which camp prepares campers for their academic future?

A．ID Tech.

B．Camp Olympia.

C．M.A.T.

D．Camp Chief Ouray.

2. What activity can kids take part in at Camp Olympia?

A．Hands-on STEM learning.	B．A one-month camping.
C．Competition with campers.	D．Learning survival skills.

3. What do Camp Chief Ouray and M.A.T have in common?

A．Both allow the same age groups.	B．Both teach campers sports skills.
C．Both are located in the same site.	D．Both offer adventurous activities.

2 . Group Visits and Tours

The Museum of Fine Arts Houston(MFAH) welcomes groups to experience the Museum’s collections and exhibitions. Discounts (折扣) for self-guided group visits and expert-guide d group tours are there for those who book 10 or more tickets.

From the great art collections of the Museum of Fine Arts Houston—with objects crossing the world and human creative history—to the ever-changing schedule of thematic exhibitions, the Museum offers a lot of tour topics to suit your interests. Visit as a self-guided group, and you and your guests can explore at your own pace. For a deeper exploration into the galleries, request (要求) an expert-guided tour.

Policy

The Museum offers tours and packages to groups of 10 or more for the Museum’s collections and selected exhibitions. Membership benefits and free individual admission may not be used at the same time with school or group visits. Tours led by guides who don’t work in the Museum are not allowed; please contact groupsales@mfah.org in advance of your visit for all tour requests.

Reservations

For price information, contact groupsales@mfah.org or 713-639-7878. To make a reservation (预定) request, complete the group visit request form. At least one-week advance notice is needed for self-guided visits and two weeks for expert-guided tours. Reservations are confirmed with an order number and decided by advance payment.

Looking for school tours? Find information here or email schooltours@mfah.org with your questions.

Main address: 1001 Bissonnet, Houston, Texas 77005

MFAH Information Line: 713-639-7300

1. How can you get discounted tickets for the Museum?

A．By visiting it with an expert.	B．By buying at least ten tickets.
C．By booking tickets in advance.	D．By paying a visit with your family.

2. Who will fail to visit the Museum?

A．Groups led by a guide they bring.	B．Children without their parents’ company.
C．Those coming with a clear visit plan.	D．Visitors without membership.

3. What should you do if you want to have a self-guided visit?

A．Call 713-639-7878.	B．Buy the ticket two weeks ahead.
C．Visit schooltours@mfah.org.	D．Pay for your ticket in advance.

3 . Pet parents — cats and dogs under 20 pounds — can travel on Capitol Corridor for $30 one-way! If your furry family member fits the bill, take them on your next adventure. Check out the information below and how to book your next trip. Our check-in process is simple, making traveling with your four-legged friend easy and enjoyable.

What to Know

As you plan your next train trip with your pet, note that we welcome a maximum (最大) of 6pets per train. Booking needs to happen in advance and only one pet reservation is allowed per customer. Pets cannot be booked with multi-ride tickets, bus connections or unaccompanied minors (未成年人).

When at the station, your pet must always travel in a carrier, which counts as one piece of carry-on baggage, and the combined weight of your pet and carrier is 20 pounds. While aboard trains, it must be able to sit, lie down and remain entirely inside without touching the sides of the carrier. It is not permitted in the Café, or Quiet Cars.

How to Book

Select your trip on the booking machine.

Add your travel details and proceed until you see the option to customize (定制) your trip.

Add a pet to your booking for $30.

Contact 800-USA-RAIL if you need to change your reservation.

The Rules

Your pet must be at least eight weeks old and be unsmelly, harmless, not disruptive, and require no attention during travel.

You confirm that your pet is up to date on all vaccinations and accept responsibility for your pet by signing the pet release document at check-in.

1. How much does a pet owner have to pay for the pet for a round-trip?

A．$15.

B．$30.

C．$45.

D．$60.

2. What does a pet owner need to do if he/she is to take a cat on board?

A．Book ahead of schedule.	B．Take a carrier weighing 20 pounds.
C．Buy a multi-ride ticket.	D．Contact 800-USA-RAIL first.

3. What are pets allowed to do?

A．Eat in the Café.	B．Sleep in Quiet Cars.
C．Travel in a carrier.	D．Lie behind the door.

4 . The Self-Portrait Challenge

Have you ever done a self-portrait in an art lesson at school? Today, we’re challenging you to write self-portrait poems. It’s not uncommon to feel like the way people see you on the outside doesn’t quite match up with how you feel on the inside. So creating a self-portrait can be a good opportunity to address those differences and present the realest, truest version of yourself.

Your challenge is to create a self-portrait in lines, using words instead of paint. Read on for some more inspiration.

Writing Tips
● Have a go at writing a list of metaphors exploring your physical appearance, starting from your head and working your way down towards your feet.
● Instead of representing yourself directly, take on another character, such as a fictional character, a historical figure, or even a different version of yourself.
● Play around with personification, by taking on the voice of a physical object in your poem. Think about what a self-portrait from the point of view of a mirror, or a bowl of your favourite food would look like?
How to enter

This challenge is for writers aged up to 25 based anywhere in the world. The deadline is 23:59 GMT, 17 March 2024. You can send a poem, or poems, written down, or as video or audio files. We are using Submittable to accept submissions to this challenge. You will need to make a free Submittable account to submit in this way. Using Submittable helps our team to administrate and process entries more quickly. Selected poets will be published on Young Poets Network.

1. What does the Self-portrait Challenge encourage participants to do?

A．Explore true selves.	B．Convey positive emotions.
C．Illustrate personal profiles.	D．Compare different personalities.

2. What is suggested to better handle the challenge?

A．Using simple language.	B．Presenting yourself directly.
C．Taking a different point of view.	D．Focusing on physical appearance.

3. What is “Submittable” likely to be?

A．A writing tool.	B．A search engine.
C．An email account.	D．An online platform.

5 . It’s time to share the winners of this year’s Invent It Challenge! Here are our four winners of the first round!

Glo Zone (Ages 5-7 Individual Winner)

Kabir from California came up with this cool invention after a not-so-fun experience. He was hit by four adults on a ski trip! To make skiing and snowboarding safe for nighttime (especially for smaller kids)， he created Glo Zone，a fun glowing(发光的)rainbow umbrella that is attached to skiers’ helmets.

ProTech Helmet (Ages 11-13 Individual Winner)

Pooja from New Jersey has created a light, safe helmet designed for playing frisbee (飞盘)!She came up with the idea after getting hit right under the eye at a frisbee competition and realizing she could get blinded if it were any higher. The ProTech Helmet has a lining(衬里) made of a new technology called Spin.

Ace Attachment (Ages 8-10 Team Winner)

Levi and Albert from New York dealt with helping people with disabilities enjoy sports. The Ace Attachment makes it easier for wheelchair users to play golf. Unlike similar inventions, the Ace Attachment is easily adjustable.

Skate Shoes “DOOD” (Ages 14+ Individual Winner)

It’s the worst when you ruin your favorite pair of shoes! Fortunately, Rommel from Mexico has come up with new skate shoes. These shoes have exchangeable parts that allow pieces of the shoes to be replaced with new ones when broken instead of getting rid of the whole pair.

Cast your vote!

Which of these fantastic inventions will you choose to win the Cricket Choice Award? While they are all outstanding, only one can win the popular vote! Cast your vote here by May 16!

1. What do Kabir’s and Pooja’s inventions have in common?

A．They are new-type helmets.

B．They are targeted at the same sport.

C．They are designed for teenagers of the same age group.

D．They are inspired by the inventors’ experience of getting hit.

2. What is special about Rommel’s invention?

A．It is disability-friendly.

B．It features replaceable parts.

C．It involves a new technology called Spin.

D．It enables wheelchair users to enjoy sports.

3. What is this text?

A．A short story about young inventors.	B．An introduction to a competition.
C．An award voting invitation.	D．A winner announcement.

6 . Many apps that use mobile phone cameras and other equipment might surprise gardeners.

Google Lens

Google Lens uses image recognition technology to identify(识别) plants and animals. It can be found on the Google app or by the Google Search bar in your mobile explorer on Android and Apple products. Then, touch the camera image and choose a photo from your phone’s photo history. Lens can also be used to identify other objects, places and compare products to buy online. The tool is free.

From Seed to Spoon

From Seed to Spoon helps users grow crops. You can add fruits and vegetables you would like to grow on a virtual “Grow Box” from a list of images. It will then give seed-starting, transplanting and harvesting dates for those plants based on your location using satellite data Park Seed, which owns the app, will also suggest products for each plant sold by the company. There is also a paid version.

PictureThis

PictureThis will identify your plant and provide information about it from a picture on your phone’s camera. It will show health information, its scientific name, where it can be found, common uses, harvest time and how to produce new plants from your existing plant.

After using all the provided free identifications, you will be asked to watch advertisements or share the app to earn more. Or you can pay $29. 99 a year for the paid version. The paid version provides treatment information for sick plants.

Apple Visual Look Up

It will identify plants, insects, birds and other animals shown in any photo. The tool works directly with other apps like Mail, Messages and Notes. Just lightly touch an image to expand(扩大). The app will show details about the image, including a “Look Up” choice. It will place the photo in a group, like insects or plants. This is a paid app.

1. What can Google Lens help you do?

A．Improve Apple products.	B．Shop on the Internet.
C．Grow fruits and vegetables	D．Treat injured animals.

2. What do From Seed to Spoon and PictureThis have in common?

A．You will be asked to watch ads.	B．You can grow vegetables virtually.
C．You can pay for their better services.	D．You can share the apps to earn more

3. Which app do you have to pay to use?

A．PictureThis.

B．From Seed to Spoon.

C．Google Lens.

D．Apple Visual Look Up.

7 . Become a Frog-watcher

Frogs are disappearing at an alarming rate across the globe due to a number of factors such as habitat loss, pollution, and disease. As a citizen scientist with Frog Watch USA, you can help save our frogs!

Trainings:

2023 training coming soon!

Price: $ 10/ household (includes up to 2 adults and children of that household)

Frog Watch trainings cover the importance of amphibians (两栖动物) in the environment.’ The instruction focuses on how to:

●monitor our local frog population to protect the species

●determine factors when choosing a site to monitor

●tell frog species apart by their calls

●report findings to Frog Watch USA

The training will take approximately 2 hours to complete but will be entirely self-paced and permit the registrants to take breaks as needed throughout. And it covers all of the Frog Watch essentials to prepare you for your first monitoring session!

After passing a test on identifying frog calls at the end of the training, certified volunteers then commit to monitoring a local amphibian habitat (such as a pond or lake) approximately once a week for about 15 minutes and collecting/submitting data on what they hear. Data collected will be added to a national Frog Watch USA database.

Please note: Frog Watch trainings will cover a lot of information and protocols (规程). While frog-watching is a great after-dark family activity for all ages, the trainings are designed for interested older children and adults.

1. What training will a participant receive?

A．Choosing a monitor for a website,

B．Keeping track of the local frog population.

C．Recording the troubles for Frog Watch USA.

D．Identifying different frog species by their shapes.

2. How will a participant end the training?

A．By submitting data to Frog Watch USA.

B．By finding a suitable local frog habitat.

C．By having a test of recognizing frog calls.

D．By collecting frog data 15 minutes a week.

3. What can we know about the frog- watching activity?

A．It is usually done at night.	B．It is carried out by parents.
C．It will last about hours a day.	D．It offers rewards for new species.

8 . Keep your child's mind and body active this summer with Starport's hybrid STEAM & Recreational Camps. We’ve teamed up with American Robotics Academy, Mad Science of Houston, and SPDF Kids to provide a camp experience that is the perfect combination of learning and fun.

Week1 The Robot Olympics Robots Built by Design June 27~July 1 7:30 am~4:30 pm American Robotics Academy	Week2 Wizards of Science Master Builders Robotastic Adventure July 4~July 8 7:30 am~4:30 pm American Robotics Academy
Week3 Lights, Camera, Action! Eureka! July 11~July 157:30 am~4:30 pm Mad Science of Houston	Week4 Where the Wild Things Are Adventures in the Wild July 18~July 227:30 am~4:30 pm Mad Science of Houston
Week5 Nice to “Sea” You STEAM at the Beach July 25~July 29 7:30 am~4:30 pm SPDF Kids

Pricing
Early Bird Price—until May 15, 2023:$350.00
Regular—beginning May 16, 2023:$385.00
Group discount:$10.00 off each additional child
Camp Schedule
Below is a generalized activity schedule.
Drop-off(7:30   am~8:55 am)
Recreational Activity(7:45 am~8:55 am)
Outdoor Play(9:00 am~9:45 am)
STEAM Curriculum(10:00 am~11:00 am)
Lunch( 11 :00   am ~11 :30 am)
STEAM Curriculum(11:30 am~1:30 pm)
Arts/Crafts, games, sports, and/or other recreational activities(1:30 pm~3:00 pm)
Snack(3:00 pm~3:15 pm)
Movie(3:15 pm~4:30 pm)
Pick-up (4:30   pm)
Lunch
Campers will need to bring their own lunch each day. Please do not send lunches that need to be reheated or refrigerated. Lunches will be kept in a climate-controlled environment. A snack will be provided in the afternoon.
1. How much should Tom and his two brothers pay if they sign up for the camps in June?

A．$1 , 030.00.

B．$1 , 050.00.

C．$1, 135.00.

D．$1 , 155.00.

2. What can campers do at the camps every day?

A．Play outdoors for an hour.	B．See a film for over an hour.
C．Enjoy snacks for half an hour.	D．Have four hours of STEAM education.

3. Which of the following is a requirement for campers?

A．Arriving before 7:30 am.	B．Bringing their own snacks.
C．Keeping their lunches in the fridge.	D．Preparing lunches for themselves.

9 . The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Admission Tickets:

New York State people and NY, NJ, CT university students:

·The amount you pay for tickets is up to you.

·If you wish to pay $2 less than the general admission ticket prices, you may buy your ticket at one of the Met’s locations with a valid (有效的) ID. No advance orders are required.

There are no additional costs for exhibitions. Your ticket provides same-day entry to both Met’s locations. Continue to buy a ticket below if you do not already have a pass for admission to the Museum.

General Admission Tickets

·$30 for adults

·$22 for seniors

·$17 for students

·Free for children under 12 and Members.

To buy general admission tickets in advance, choose one of the Met’s locations.

Admission is free for a caregiver accompanying a visitor with a disability.

Members:

Enjoy unlimited free admission for you and your guest(s) on every visit. Your card is your ticket, no orders required. Once inside, present your card and visit the exhibitions.

Locations:

Choose one of two Met’s locations.

·The Met Fifth Avenue

Sunday — Tuesday and Thursday:10 am — 5 pm

Friday and Saturday:10 am — 9 pm

Closed Wednesday

·The Met Cloisters

Thursday — Tuesday:10 am — 5 pm

Closed Wednesday

Visiting in a group: For information about bringing an adult or student group or scheduling a group tour, see Group Visits.

Visitor Guidelines

·Masks are recommended,   but not required.

·Coat check is temporarily (暂时地) closed. No large bags.

·Please follow directions from Met’s staff.

·Please do not touch the art.

·No photos.

1. How much can a NY university student pay for admission at least?

A．$17.

B．$12.

C．$22.

D．$15.

2. Which is the right time to visit the Met’s Cloisters?

A．9 am on Friday.	B．3 pm on Sunday.
C．6 pm on Saturday.	D．11 am on Wednesday.

3. Which of the following is allowed according to the requirements?

A．Carrying a big bag.	B．Touching artworks.
C．Not wearing a mask.	D．Taking pictures.

10 . Marvelous Scenic Walks Near London

There are plenty of walking routes in London. If you fancy something a bit more rural, then the green and pleasant land has plenty to offer.

Goring Gap and the Thames Path

If you’re in the mood for a gentle rural walk, the Thames Path is far from boring. The 5-mile footpath follows the curve of the river, winding past wildflower meadows (草地).

Post-walk pub: Pangbourne’s seventeenth-century pub The Swan serves high-end dishes. Bag a table on the riverside or keep toasty by one of its open fires.

Box Hill

To admire this spots rural views, first you’ve got to jump across 17 stepping stones and climb 272 steps to the top of Box Hill, where the path begins. The total distance is 6.8 miles.

Post-walk pub: The cavernous Tree on Box Hill has an attractive menu and huge beer garden, or sample a glass of Juniper Hill at Denbies Winerie.

A South Downs Ridge (山脊)

If you’ve already done the classic Seven Sisters clifftop walk or can’t face all those hills, this is a long but lovely alternative. The route covering 14.3 miles snakes along a ridge and a river valley.

Post-walk pub: There are always 10 real beers at the old-school pub The Wellington.

Chess Valley in the Chilterns

Chess Valley in the Chiltern Hills isn’t home to any chess masters, but it used to produce a kind of water plant. This walk of 4.9 miles follows the river, winding through rolling meadows and woods.

Post-walk pub: The George & Dragon is a simple old coaching pub on the High Street with a log fire, real beers and giant burgers.

1. Which of the following walks covers the shortest distance?

A．Box Hill.

B．A South Downs Ridge.

C．Chess Valley in the Chilterns.

D．Goring Gap and the Thames Path.

2. What do the listed scenic walks in the text have in common?

A．The pubs are pretty and old-fashioned.

B．Visitors can relax at special pubs after walks.

C．There are rivers winding through the meadows.

D．The food served there is expensive and of high quality.

3. Where is this text probably taken from?

A．A geography book.	B．A travel brochure.
C．A fashion website.	D．A science magazine.