1 . Shows in April, 2018

Different Media Drama Blithe Spirit

Date: April 14-15－7:30 pm

Venue: Beijing Comedy Theater

Blithe Spirit is adapted from the classical fashion comedy Blithe Spirit originated by British playwright Noel Coward. The socialite and novelist Charles Condomine and his wife Ruth hold a small-scale family feast at home to gather material for his next book and amuse all guests. He arranges for an eccentric medium Madame Arcati to hold a seance. Madame Arcati inadvertently summons Charles Condomine's first wife, Elvira, who has been dead. Elvira still obsesses over Charles. Consequently, the current wife and ex-wife fight for his favor in a storm of jealousy, followed by the subsequent heavyweight plot. The ridiculous farce makes the audiences laugh in tears, with a hint of disappointment.

Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra

Date: April 18－7:30 pm

Venue: National Centre for the Performing Arts

Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra was founded in 2009 on the base of Zhejiang Song and Dance Theater Orchestra with a history of some 60 years. It presents Western classic works. Meanwhile, relying on the profound cultural background of Zhejiang province and absorbing elements from the folk music, it has also created and staged a large number of symphonic works with strong regional cultural characteristics such as the Classic of Mountains and Seas, Spring Dream in Boudoir and Flying Partridges, widely appreciated and warmly welcomed by the audiences.

Zhejiang Yueju Opera Troupe A Traveler's Song

Date: April 25-26－7:30 pm

Venue: National Centre for the Performing Arts

"With the thread in her hand, the loving mother makes clothes for her son, who then travels far away from home …" The above quote comes from a famous verse from A Traveler's Song, a poem composed by Meng Jiao, a great poet in the Tang Dynasty, over one thousand years ago. The verse depicts a mother's vivid image. And just like most mothers in our world, Meng's mother, who inherited good family virtues, worked hard all her life and fashioned Meng into a talented person. The newly-produced Yueju Opera A Traveler's Song, based on the popular verse, depicts the image of mothers all over the world who have endured so many kinds of hardships and have labored much during their lives. As ordinary persons, they have experienced the ups and downs of life, including both pleasure and pain, growing up with their children while living in harmony with and quarreling against them as well. They are great on account of being so ordinary.

Soul in the Shell-Film Special Effects & New Media Art Exhibition in Shanghai

Date: April 28-June 15－10 am

Venue: Ying Art Center

Price: 80 yuan

Organized by Shanghai Ying Art Center, Verymuseum (China), and Alliance East, this exhibition aims to present artwork from a number of new emerging media artists and groups in a modern, contemporary way. From stainless steel sculptures to mystical creatures, the exhibition combines technology and art from Hollywood's top studios. Their application of Augmented Reality (AR) technology further enhances the interactive experience between visitors and the artworks to create a powerful visual experience. Through AR, people are able to interact with the art more freely and interpret it in a whole new way.

1. Which show shall Tom go to, who are fond of Chinese poetry?

A．Different Media Drama Blithe Spirit.

B．Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra.

C．Zhejiang Yueju Opera Troupe A Traveler's Song.

D．Soul in the Shell-Film Special Effects & New Media Art Exhibition in Shanghai.

2. In the show of Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra, what kind of music will you enjoy?

A．Oriental music.

B．ZheJiangYueju.

C．Western pop music.

D．Western classic music as well as works with regional features.

3. What can we know about the drama Blithe Spirit?

A．It is adapted from a classical fashion tragedy.

B．The drama may fill the audiences with kinds of feelings of pleasure, sorrow and disappointment.

C．The leading role in the drama is Noel Coward.

D．To gather stories for his next book, Charles hold a feast at a big restaurant to amuse his guests.

2 . Make Money This Summer with Sunny Libraries!

Do you have too much free time this summer vacation? Do you need a summer job to earn extra money? Do you want to be involved in your community? Sunny Area Library System (SALS) has job opportunities for high school students. These are good chances to get work experience.

Book Theater brings children’s book stories to life. It has shows at all Sunny Libraries. Applicants should enjoy performing in front of an audience and working with young children. Work Hours: Practice: Fridays   4:00 pm — 6:00 pm Performance: Tuesdays   10:00 am Rate of Pay: $16/performance	Computer Tutor helps guests to deal with technology problems, involving Internet searches and using the SALS Website to find materials. Applicants should have computer skills. Work Hours: Monday—Friday   9:00 am—5:00 pm Rate of Pay: $ 8/hour
Bookmobile helps the driver find the routes to libraries. The truck you work in is air-conditioned, and the driver is friendly. Applicants must be able to lift heavy boxes. Work Hours: Sunday and Friday   9:00 am — 4:00 pm Rate of Pay: $10/hour	Reader Desk provides service with a smile while checking materials in and out to guests. Friendly attitude and ability to work on library data system required. Work Hours: Monday—Tuesday   8:00 am—4:00 pm Rate of Pay: $ 7.50/hour

1. How much can you earn if you work as Computer Tutor for one week?

A．$64.	B．$120.
C．$320.	D．$140.

2. What are you expected to do if you get the job of “Reader Desk”?

A．To repair computers.	B．To lift heavy boxes.
C．To work with young children.	D．To check materials for guests.

3. What’s the main purpose of the above advertisement?

A．To attract students to libraries.	B．To raise money for libraries.
C．To introduce new books.	D．To provide job opportunities.

3 . Want to choose a picture book to enjoy? Here are four popular books sold on the website of Amazon, Read and choose your favourite.

The Relatives Came by Cynthia Rylant

So many beautiful memories are collected when relatives come to visit. Join in the fun as a family gets together for a summer they will never forget. Warm and inviting language as well as wonderful pictures brings the story of this family’s summer get-together to life.

Available from Amazon. S11. 26

Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall

You know that feeling when you're as excited as you are scared to make a jump. That's how Jabari feels about his first jump off the diving board. He knows how to swim. He knows jumping off surely looks fun. But is he brave enough to make a jump? With some gentle encouragement from his loving father, Jabari jumps.

Available from Amazon. $5.56

There Might Be Lobsters by Carolyn Crimi

Meet Suki. She's a small dog with a big fear of the beach. When a rescue is in order, Suki saves the day proving that there's nothing to fear but fear itself. It is a perfect picture book for kids who are afraid to try new experiences. It opens the door to calming dialogues and messages of bravery and victory.

Available from Amazon. $11.84

Three Little Words by Amy Novesky

Dory's"Just keep swimming!" message of never giving up is perfect for anyone who has ever felt like they were drowning. Follow Dory to an unforgettable adventure as she finds her way in this beautiful adventure of friendship and survival.

Available from Amazon. $12.06

1. What do we know about The Relatives Came?

A．It tells a story of adventure.

B．It is the cheapest picture book.

C．It's about a boy's memories.

D．It's about a family get-together.

2. Which book tells how to overcome fears by helping others?

A．The Relatives Came.

B．Jabari Jumps.

C．There Might Be Lobsters.

D．Three Little Words.

3. What does the book by Amy Novesky inspire its readers to do?

A．Learn to swim.

B．Never give up.

C．Love their friends.

D．Have an adventure.

4 . The China National Opera (CNO) will give a concert to celebrate its 50th birthday.

Different generations of CNO vocalists, like Li Guangxi, Yao Hong and Ma Mei, will present the concert which will feature both songs from famous Chinese operas like "The White-haired Girl" and "The Hundredth Bride", as well as, arias of such Western opera classics as" Madame Butterfly"，" La Traviata" and "Rigoletto".

Time/ date: 7:30 p.m., September 7th, 8th

Location: Tianqiao Theatre

Tel: 6551-4787, 8315-6170

Tickets: 60-500 yuan (U.S. $7.2- 60.2)

Folk music

A concert will be held to feature some recently composed traditional Chinese music works.   The concert, given by the Folk Orchestra of the China Opera and Ballet Theatre, will include such pieces as "Memory of Childhood", "Memorial Ceremony for God" and "Wine Song".

Time/date: 7:30 p.m., September 13th

Location: Concert hall at the National Library of China

Tel: 6848 -5462, 6841-9220

Tickets: 30-200 yuan (U.S. $3.6-24.1)

Moon music

A concert of traditional Chinese music will be given on the eve of the Moon Festival which falls on September 21st this year. The concert will feature a number of famous pieces centred on the theme of the moon, such as "Moonlight", "Spring night on a Moonlit River" and "Lofty Mountain and Flowing River."

A number of established traditional Chinese music performers like Zhou Yaokun and Fan Weiqing, will play solos as well as collaborate with the folk music orchestra.

Time / date: 7:30 p.m., September 21st

Location: Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities

Tel: 6606-8888, 6606-9999

Tickets: 40-240 yuan (U.S. $4.8-27)

1. If you want to buy tickets for listening to the music "Memory of Childhood", you will dial _____.

A．6551-4787	B．6848-5462
C．8315-6170	D．6606-9999

2. Which statement is right according to the passage?

A．Li Guangxi, Yao Hong and Ma Mei stand for the same generation of CNO vocalists.

B．"Rigoletto" is a famous piece on the theme of the moon.

C．"Lofty Mountain and Flowing River" is a traditional Chinese music.

D．Zhou Yaokun will play solos and Fan Weiqing will collaborate with the folk music orchestra.

3. "Madame Butterfly" is _____.

A．a Chinese opera	B．a Western opera
C．a piece of music	D．a song

4. In which column of a newspaper will the article be published?

A．Entertainment.	B．People.
C．Culture.	D．Sports.

5 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处用一个适当的词或括号内单词的正确形式。

In recent years many TV shows have become extremely popular among Chinese audience. Those programs, ranging from talent or dating shows to reality shows     1    (receive) both commercial success and public attention.

Their popularity is     2    (main) based on simple facts. First, they care     3     social concerns. Second, without exception, they explore     4     perfect balance between the international forms and Chinese expressions.

Despite apparent highlights, much room     5    (leave) for improvement. Above all, commercial interests often outweigh educational purposes, causing many     6    (complaint) about the     7    (bearable) advertisements. In addition, some sharp remarks,     8     they are eye-catching, may have misleading effects on the youth.

In my opinion, such shows should shoulder more responsibility instead of merely     9    (entertain) the public.     10     is expected, these programs should be positive in their forms as well as functions. Meanwhile, the media should also safeguard the values of our society.

6 . If you are looking for the place that has everything, there is only one place to visit, and that’s New York. It’s a whole world in a city.

The World of Theater: All of New York is a stage. And it begins with Broadway. Where else can you find so many hit shows in one place? Only in New York!

The World of Music: Spend an evening with Beethoven at Lincoln Center. Swing to the great jazz of Greenwich Village. Or rock yourself silly at the hottest dance spots found anywhere.

The World of Art: From Rembrandt to Picasso. From Egyptian tombs to Indian teepees. Whatever kind of art you like, you will find it in New York.

The World of Fine Dining: Whether it’s roast Beijing duck in Chinatown, lasagna in little Italy, or the finest French coq au vin found everywhere, there is world of great taste waiting for you in New York.

The World of Sights: What other city has a Statue (雕塑) of Liberty? A Rockefeller Center? Or a Bronx Zoo? Where else can you take a horse-drawn carriage through Central Park? Only in New York!

1. From the text we know that “Rembrandt” is most likely to be the name of a famous            .

A．actor	B．painter
C．cook	D．musician

2. Which of the following can visitors do only in New York?

A．To enjoy a Beethoven concert.	B．To taste the finest French coq au vin.
C．To see the Statue of Liberty.	D．To eat Roast Beijing Duck.

3. This passage may be taken from .

A．a handbook for English learners	B．a pocketbook for businessmen
C．a guidebook for foreign travellers	D．a storybook for local readers

7 . I’m a strong believer that learning different languages makes you look incredibly good when you’re in a foreign country and can understand and speak the language. The list below is 4 apps that will help you learn a foreign language! You can download them for free.

Babbel – Learn Languages

Babbel is an excellent language tool to help you progress step by step with learning a new language. It helps you learn grammar along the way as you work your way through the tasks and assignments. You need to pay a monthly subscription(定金), but this will still be cheaper than taking physical lessons with a tutor!

Duolingo: Learn Languages Free

The app has many languages to choose from and will work through the basics all the way to advanced words and sentences. It’s all completely free too! It’s incredibly well designed, looks great and will help you learn, remember and progress with just a little bit of time every day.

Tandem: Language Exchange

Rather than have you work through tasks and memorize different things, the app lets you match with people who share your interests but speak the language you want to learn. You can then have text, voice and video conversations with people who want to learn your native language, and in return you learn theirs, all by simply communicating with each other. It’s a great way to learn with only $1 a day.

Learn English – busuu

This app is perfect if you want to learn English. There are all sorts of audio and visual learning aids. You’ll find yourself working through interactive tests and learning tools for vocabulary and dialogue.

1. What is the purpose of the passage?

A．Sell apps to language learners.	B．Introduce language learning apps.
C．Teach language learners to use apps.	D．Teach languages through apps.

2. Which app suits best if you want to learn through communication?

A．Babbel – Learn Languages	B．Tandem: Language Exchange
C．Duolingo: Learn Languages Free	D．Learn English – busuu

3. What is Duolingo different from the other three apps?

A．It is completely free to use.	B．It is specially for English learning.
C．It is unsuitable for beginners.	D．It is the most effective（有效的）app.

4. What do the apps have in common?

A．They cover all languages.	B．They focus on grammar.
C．They contain many tests.	D．They are free to download.

8 . Podcasts (播客)

The B S. Report

Designed for the sports fan with a sense of humor, the B.S. Report is hosted by the sportswriter Bill Simmons. Simmons show is in very loose and free form and it’s not uncommon for him to go almost a whole show without even mentioning sports.

Wait, Wait…… Don’ t Tell Me

One of the most popular Programs on National Public Radio, Wait. Wait... Don’t Tell Me is now available as a podcast. The show is a news program in the form of a game show. Each week a group of humorists and writers join host Peter Sagal in Chicago, where they are quizzed on the weeks most important and funny news stories. Listeners also get to call in to play different news-related games for a prize

The Moth

The Moth is a weekly podcast run by a nonprofit art organization. The show is made up of recordings of “true stories told before a live audience without notes”. Each week. the group releases short 10-20 minute tales told by people from all walks of life. Past Presenters have included writers, comedians, scientists, and even New York City police officers.

Film spotting

Film spotting is a weekly podcast and is a must-listen for any movie fan. The show is focused on movie reviews, but hosts Adam Kempenaar and Matty Robinson do more than just tell their listeners which new movie is worth seeing. They also discuss and examine the film as an art form. The how doesn’t just focus on current movies, either, as the hosts frequently discuss old films as part of theme marathons.

1. If you are a police officer. you can take part in ________.

A．The B.S.Report	B．Wait, Wait...Don’t Tell Me
C．The Moth	D．Film spotting

2. What do The Moth and Film spotting have in common?

A．They are weekly programs	B．They are open to everyone
C．Their hosts tell stories to the listeners.	D．They are nonprofit arts organizations

3. Which of the following is TRUE?

A．You can play games in The B. S. Report.

B．People can tell stories in The Moth

C．Adam Kempenaar just tells their listeners old movies.

D．The Moth is available only in New York

9 . Concert night of Christian Ehwald

German conductor Christian Ehwald’s Friday concert will feature Mozart and Mendelssohn. The repertoire（节目）will include Mozart’s overture to “Don Giovanni,” and Mendelssohn’s “Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64.” The concert will be given by the Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra. Violinist Zhang Le will perform.

Time: 8 p.m., July 11 Tickets: 50-200 yuan

Reservations(预定): 11185, 8981-2344

Venue: Shenzhen Grand Theater, 5018 Shennan Road East, Luohu District Buses: 7, 10, 23, 24, 30, 33, 62, 63, 302, 311, 352, 353, 377, 378 Metro（地铁）: Da Ju Yuan Station (Grand Theater Station), Exit B Free Sunday concert

The Hong Kong Children’s Symphony Orchestra will give a free concert Sunday afternoon. The repertoire will include Glinka’s overture to “Russian and Ludmilla,” Suppe’s overture to “The Poet and the Peasant,” and Chinese violin concerto（协奏曲） “Butterfly Lovers.” Time: 3 p.m., July 13

Venue: Shenzhen Concert Hall, at the intersection of Hongli Road and Fuzhong Road 1,Futian District Metro: Shao Nian Gong Station (Children’s Palace Station), Exit C or D Feng Jiting’s violin concert

Feng Jitong, the first Shenzhen violin student to enter an international competition, will give a concert at the Shenzhen Concert Hall this Sunday night as a warm-up for his tour to Moscow for the David Oistrakh International Violin Competition in September. Sunday’s program will include Paganini’s Caprices, works of Bach, Mozart and Sarasati’s Gypsy Airs. Time: 8 p.m., July 13 Tickets: 20 yuan

Venue: Theater studio, Shenzhen Concert Hall, at the intersection of Hongli Road and Fuzhong Road 1, Futian District

Metro: Shao Nian Gong Station (Children’s Palace Station), Exit C or D

1. Which of the following can be enjoyed free?

A．Don Giovanni

B．Butterfly Lovers

C．Gypsy Airs

D．Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64.

2. Which of the following is true about Fengjiting’s concert?

A．Feng is the first Shenzhen piano student to enter an international competition.

B．Feng will give a concert free this Sunday.

C．The concert will be given as a warm-up for his performance at Moscow.

D．His repertoire will include ’ Caprices, works of Bach, Mendelssohn,etc.

3. If a tourist arrives at Shenzhen at 4:00 p.m., July 13, which of the following can he enjoy?

A．Don Giovanni

B．Russian and Ludmilla

C．The Poet and the Peasant

D．Gypsy Airs

4. What’s the main purpose of this advertisement ?

A．to attract more tourists to Shenzhen.

B．to attract more people to attend the concerts.

C．to inform people of some musical events.

D．to promise a happy weekend if people attend the concerts.

10 . WATCH CONTROL

This is a watch that James Bond would be proud to wear!

This is NOT a watch for ordinary people!

Your electronic PENGO WATCH CONTROL

** acts as a remote control for TVs and videos.

** gives you a daily weather forecast.

** reminds you when to hand in your homework.

** sets off a silent warning alarm when parents or teachers are near.

Besides, your PENGO WATCH CONTROL will always tell you the time accurately!

Originally sold for $199

NOW ONLY $99

For further information, click here.

Personal Robot

Make your parents and teachers happy!

Are you having problems finishing your homework on time? Do you avoid tidying your room until your mom shouts at you? You don’t need to worry if you buy a Mr. Helping Hand personal robot. Mr. H can be programmed to organize your homework. Your own personal robot will follow you around, putting away books and objects that you have left on the floor or bed.

Mr. H also has these features (特点)

·weighs only 500 grams

·includes long-lasting batteries

·comes with a 5-year guarantee

·remembers simple instructions

Originally (最初) sold for $499

NOW ONLY $299

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1. What can you do with help of a Mr. H?

A．We can stop using batteries.

B．We can finish our homework on time.

C．We can remember our teacher’s instructions.

D．We can get our room tidied on our way home.

2. What can A PENGO WATCH CONTROL help you do?

A．Repair the TV.

B．Organize our homework.

C．Be a James Bond.

D．Know what the weather is like.

3. How much will cost you if you want to get your Mr. H?

A．＄499	B．＄299
C．＄199	D．＄99

4. Where would you be most likely to find the two texts?

A．On a notice board

B．In a company brochure.

C．On a teenage website

D．In a college newspaper.