1 . Camberwell College Swimming Pools
Camberwell College of Arts has one 50m (Olympic sized) pool with a depth of 2m throughout, and one 25m pool with a 1m shallow end and a 4m deep end. Both pools may be used by the general public at certain times.
50m Pool
The pool is often used for classes, but the general public may use two lanes（泳道）for lane swimming at the following times.
Monday: 06:30-11:30 and 19:00-21:00
Tuesday: 06:30-11:30 and 18:00-21:00
Wednesday: 06:30-13:30 and 17:30-21:30
Thursday: 06:30-13:30
Friday: 06:30-13:30
Weekends: 09:00-17:00
Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note that during College holidays, these times will be different. Call 04837 393560 for up-to-date information.
25m Pool
The 25m pool is available for recreational (non-lane) swimming from 07:00-09:00 and 12:30-13:30 on weekdays, and 10:00-16:00 on Saturdays.
Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied.
We regret that the 25m pool will be closed for redecoration between 21st July and 18th August. The men’s changing rooms will be closed for the week beginning 19th August, and the women’s changing rooms will be closed the following week. Alternative（可选用的）changing rooms will be made available. We’re sorry for this.
1. When can the general public use the 50m pool on Sundays?| A．06:30. | B．13:30. |
| C．18:00. | D．21:00. |
| A．It’s 4 meters deep. | B．It’s usually used for teaching. |
| C．It’s unsuitable for children under 14. | D．It’s unavailable during College holidays. |
| A．for a week | B．on 26th August |
| C．on 19th August | D．for about a month |
2 . Now is the best time for Hong Kong shopping lovers, as most shops and markets are having their seasonal sales. With the same amount of money, you can find different kinds of goods in this city. Women, young and old, rarely resist the attraction of this shopping paradise (乐园) at this time of year. Lovers will surely have an exciting Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations at the Time Square or in the western styled bars. Spending your holiday in Hong Kong will be easy too, as several packing tours are available from CZL Travel Service, with four-day tours for less than 15,000 yuan.
Tour package 1 (3,200 yuan): a 4-day-tour including three nights’ accommodation (住宿), science helicopter flight, night ferry tour of Victoria Harbor and shuttle bus to the park to view the city at night.
Tour package 2 (1,880 yuan): a 4-day-shopping tour including three nights’ accommodation, tour to Golden Beach and the Vex work Museum, shuttle bus to the Peak and shopping opportunities.
Tour package 3 (1,480): a 4-day-DIY-tour including three nights’ accommodation in a four-star hotel and total freedom to do what you want, when you went.
1. Which month is the best time for Hong Kong shopping lovers?| A．October | B．November |
| C．January | D．December |
| A．go shopping in Hong Kong |
| B．visit famous places of interests in Hong Kong |
| C．purchase tour packages from CZL Travel Service |
| D．enjoy Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations |
| A．Tour package 1 | B．Tour package 3 |
| C．Tour package 2 | D．Tour package 1&2 |
3 . All Summer Camp Programs
Llandovery, Wale, UK
Language and Music for Life (LMFL) — Founded in 1997, LMFL offers unique 2-week summer music and language courses. LMFL provides quality one-to-one training in a wide range of instruments & voice lessons for highly-motivated musicians of all ages.
Study programs & classes include: 2 weeks with Musical Masterclasses: Composition; Violin; Piano; Recorder; Guitar and Classical Singing...
Saint-Raphael, France
France Langue and Culture (FLC) — Experience a fun, educational language holiday for all the family this summer! FLC is the most family-friendly language school providing French summer classes for teens and young children.
Study programs & classes include: 1- 4 Week Sessions. Children’s Summer Camps for ages 4-12, with homestay accommodation by French host families.
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Edu-Inter Summer Language School (EI) — EI offers summer French programs for children and teenagers (ages 10-17) and adults (16+). Quebec City is the only major city in Canada that offers a 100% French-speaking environment, making it the ideal location for learning and practicing French.
Study programs & classes include: 2 weeks’ Summer French Programs: For Children & Teenagers (ages 10-17). French & Dance. French & Horse Riding...
Cambridge, England, UK
Reach Cambridge — Academic Camps (RC) — RC offers UK & international high school students the opportunity to gain an invaluable academic experience through a summer course. We provide unique and academic programs for students (ages 14-18).
Study programs & classes include: 3 weeks’ Summer Camps. Chemistry & Medicine. Computer Science & Math. Economics & ESL...
1. Why is Quebec the ideal location for learning and practicing French?| A．It offers summer French programs. |
| B．It is the only major city in Canada. |
| C．It has a Summer French Language School. |
| D．It has a 100% French-speaking environment. |
| A．LMFL. | B．FLC. | C．EI. | D．RC. |
| A．RC helps kids improve their horse-riding skill |
| B．kids can enjoy one-to-one training at LMFL |
| C．kids can stay at French host families at EI |
| D．FLC was founded in 1997 in France |
4 . Student Membership-Cambridge Arts Cinema
Cambridge Arts Cinema is one of the art houses in Britain and home of the internationally celebrated Cambridge Film Festival. Since 1947 generations of students have discovered the wealth of world cinema. Now you too can make the most of it and save money.
At the Arts you can … ♦ choose from up to 40 films a month ♦ see up 8 premiere (首映) each month ♦ catch screenings when you like—we open early and close late ♦ increase your knowledge of film with our special ♦ events --- each year we run seasons on various types films and directors ♦ meet the filmmakers What you get as a member: ♦ invitation to a preview screening(试映) ♦ £ 1 off the standard prices (£ 4.50/£3.50) for any screening including special events ♦ your own copy of each cinema programme mailed free of charge ♦ a card with your own membership number ♦ 50% off membership to the Cambridge Darkroom Gallery | So what are you waiting for? Just fill in the form and return it either in person or by post to: Box Office Cambridge Arts Cinema 8 Market Passage Cambridge CN2 3PF It costs £15 to join and your card can be used from 1st October 2017 to 30th June 2018. Cinema Information: 01223 572929 (24hr) Box Office: 01223 504444 |
| A．The preview screening. | B．Meetings with filmmakers. |
| C．The Cambridge Film Festival. | D．Monthly premieres. |
| A．Four months. | B．Nine months. |
| C．One year | D．Eight months. |
| A．Offering students cheaper ticket. |
| B．Increasing the cinema’s membership. |
| C．Telling the public of the cinema’s address. |
| D．Announcing the opening of a premiere. |
5 . 2018-03-10 chinadaily.com.cn
Mother Nature in Chinese photographer’s lens
For those who haven’t got the time to travel, this exhibition featuring numerous photos of the beauty of Mother Nature will be a delight for the weekend. From these photos, visitors can see the greatness and power of nature and the differences between humans and animals.
Time: 9 am-5 pm, through Mar 19 (closed on Mondays)
Venue: National Art Museum of China, I Wusi Avenue, Dongcheng district.
Ticket: Free
Contact: 010 - 6400 1476
The British Museum brings a hit show to Beijing
The British Museum’s highly-acclaimed A History of the World in 100 Objects has attracted more than one million visitors during its world tour. That number is growing fast with its China leg proving a success since it opened in Beijing last week.
The exhibition developed from a broadcasting series that the London museum started in partnership with the BBC in 2010. Each 15-minute program introduced one of 100 objects from the museum’s collection that revealed (展现) the communication methods of various human cultures over the course of two million years.
Time: 9 am- 5 pm, through May 31 (closed on Mondays)
Venue: National Museum of China, 16 East Chang’an Avenue, Dongcheng district.
Ticket: 50 yuan
Contact: 010-6511 6400
When photographs look like paintings
The line between painting and photography has blurred (模糊) in conceptual artist (概念艺术家) Fu Wenjun’s works. For nearly 30 years, he has devoted himself to the exploration of producing photos that look like abstract paintings to inspire people to think rather than simply appreciate the accuracy of images. Fu’s ongoing exhibition aims to provide more insights into his art world.
Time: 9 am - 5 pm, through March 19 (closed on Mondays)
Venue: National Art Museum of China, 1 Wusi Street, Dongcheng district.
Ticket: Free
Contact: 010 - 6400 1476
Museum celebrates 80-year-old lacquer master
Known as “the father of modern Chinese lacquer art”, 80-year-old Qiao Shiguang breathes new life into the country’s long-standing tradition of lacquer painting (_画)•
He applies eggshell chips (蛋壳碎片) to demonstrate the peaceful beauty of Southern China. The lacquer paints under his brushes presents the depth of Eastern aesthetics.
Time: 9 am-5 pm, through Mar 19
Venue: National Center for the Performing Arts, 2 West Chang’an Avenue, Xicheng district.
Ticket: Free
Contact: 010 - 6655 0000
1. According to the text, we can learn that Fu Wenjun is a(n).| A．photographer | B．lacquer painter |
| C．broadcaster | D．conceptual artist |
| A．10 am, Mar 31 | B．3 pm Mar 19 |
| C．9 pm May 31 | D．10 am May 19 |
| A．Fu Wenjun’s works | B．Qiao Shiguang’s works |
| C．photos of the beauty of Mother Nature | D．A History of the World in 100 Objects |
6 . The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10028
211-535-7710 www.metmuseum.org
Entrances
Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street
Hours
Open 7 days a week.
Sunday-Thursday 10:00-17:30
Friday and Saturday 10:00-21:00
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25,January 1,and the first Monday in May.
Admission
$25.00 recommended for adults, $12.00 recommended for students, includes the Main Building and The Cloisters(回廊）on the same day; free for children under 12 with an adult.
Free with Admission
All special exhibitions, as well as films, lectures, guided tours, concerts, gallery talks, and
family/children's programs are free with admission.
Ask about today's activities at the Great Hall Information Desk.
The Cloisters Museum and Gardens
The Cloisters museum and gardens is a branch of The Metropolitan Museum of Art devoted to the art and architecture of Europe in the Middle Ages. The extensive
collection consists of masterworks in sculpture, colored glass, and precious objects from Europe dating from about the 9th to the 15th century.
Hours: Open 7 days a week.
March-October 10:00-17:15
November-February 10:00-16:45
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25,and January 1.
1. How much may they pay if an 11-year-old girl and her working parents visit the museum?| A．$12. | B．$37. |
| C．$ 50. | D．$ 62 |
| A．it opens all the year round |
| B．its collections date from the Middle Ages |
| C．it has a modern European-style garden |
| D．it sells excellent European glass collections |
7 . Find Your Adventure at the Space and Aviation(航空) Center
If you’re looking for a unique adventure, the Space and Aviation Center (SAC) is the place to be. The Center offers programs designed to challenge and inspire with hands-on tasks and lots of fun.
More than 750,000 have graduated from SAC, with many seeking employment in engineering, aviation, education, medicine and a wide variety of other professions. They come to camp, wanting to know what it is like to be an astronaut or a pilot, and they leave with real-world applications for what they’re studying in the classroom.
For the trainees, the programs also offer a great way to earn merit badges(荣誉徽章). At Space Camp, trainees can earn their Space Exploration badge as they build and fire model rockets, learn about space tasks and try simulated(模拟) flying to space with the crew from all over the world. The Aviation Challenge program gives trainees the chance to earn their Aviation badge. They learn the principles of flight and test their operating skills in the cockpit(驾驶舱) of a variety of flight simulators. Trainees also get a good start on their Wilderness Survival badge as they learn about water- and land-survival through designed tasks and their search and rescue of ＂downed＂ pilot.
With all the programs, teamwork is key as trainees learn the importance of leadership and being part of a bigger task.
All this fun is available for ages 9 to 18. Families can enjoy the experience together, too, with Family Camp programs for families with children as young as 7.
Stay an hour or stay a week — there is something here for everyone!
For more details, please visit us online at www.sac.com.
1. Why do people come to SAC?| A．To experience adventures. |
| B．To look for jobs in aviation. |
| C．To get a degree in engineering. |
| D．To learn more about medicine. |
| A．fly to space |
| B．get an Aviation badge first |
| C．study the principles of flight |
| D．build and fire model rockets |
| A．Leadership. | B．Team spirit. |
| C．Task planning. | D．Survival skills. |
8 . Washington, D.C. Bicycle Tours
Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.
Duration: 3 hours
This small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see a world-famous cherry trees with beautiful flowers of Washington, D.C. Your guide will provide a history lesson about the trees and the famous monuments where they blossom. Reserve your spot before availability — the cherry blossoms—disappear!
Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour
Duration: 3 hours (4 miles)
Join a guided bike tour and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington, D.C. Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and history at each stop. Guided tour includes bike, helmet, cookies and bottled water.
Capital City Bike Tour In Washington, D.C.
Duration: 3 hours
Morning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D. C. newcomers and locals looking to experience Washington, D.C. in a healthy way with minimum effort. Knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most, interesting stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, and parks. Comfortable bikes and a smooth tour route(路线) make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing.
Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour
Duration: 3 hours (7miles)
Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington, D.C. Get up close to the monuments and memorials as you bike the sites of Capitol Hill and the National Mall. Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history. Tour includes bike, helmet, and bottled water. All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights.
1. Which tour do you need to book in advance?| A．Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C. |
| B．Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour. |
| C．Capital City Bike Tour in Washington. |
| D．Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour. |
| A．Meet famous people. | B．Go to a national park. |
| C．Visit well-known museums. | D．Enjoy interesting stories. |
| A．City maps. | B．Cameras. |
| C．Meals. | D．Safety lights. |
9 . 你受学生会委托为校宣传栏“英语天地”写一则通知，请大家观看一部英语短片Growing Together，内容包括：
(1)短片内容：学校的发展；
(2)放映时间、地点；
(3)欢迎对短片提出意见。
注意：
(1)词数100左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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10 . Summer Activities
Students should read the list with their parents/careers, and select two activities they would like to do. Forms will be available in school and online for them to indicate their choices and return to school. Before choices are finalised, parents/careers will be asked to sign to confirm their child’s choices.
Activity | Description | Member of staff | Cost |
Outdoor Adventure (OUT) | Take yourself out of your comfort zone for a week, discover new personal qualities, and learn new skills. You will be able to take part in a number of activities from canoeing to wild camping on Dartmoor. Learn rock climbing and work as a team, and enjoy the great outdoor environment. | Mr. Clemens | £140 |
WWI Battlefields and Paris (WBP) | On Monday we travel to London. After staying overnight in London, we travel on Day 2 to northern France to visit the World War I battlefields. On Day 3 we cross into Belgium. Thursday sees us make the short journey to Paris where we will visit Disneyland Paris park, staying until late to see the parade and the fireworks. Our final day, Friday, sees us visit central Paris and tour the main sights. | Mrs. Wilson | £425 |
Crafty Foxes (CRF) | Four days of product design centred around textiles. Making lovely objects using recycled and made materials. Bags, cushions and decorations...Learn skills and leave with modern and unusual textiles. | Mrs. Goode | £30 |
Potty about Potter (POT) | Visit Warner Bros Studio, shop stop to buy picnic, stay overnight in an approved Youth Hostel in Streatley-on-Thames, guided tour of Oxford to see the film locations, picnic lunch outside Oxford’s Christchurch, boating on the River Cherwell through the University Parks, before heading back to Exeter. | Miss Drake | £150 |
| A．OUT | B．WBP |
| C．CRF | D．POT |
| A．Travel to London. |
| B．See a parade and fireworks. |
| C．Tour central Paris. |
| D．Visit the WWI battlefields. |
| A．Two days. | B．Four days. |
| C．Five days. | D．One week. |
