1 . We’ ve tested hundreds of mom- approved products that happen to make perfect Mother’ s Day gifts. Here are our recommendations.
Babbel
If your mom has always wanted to learn a new language, give her the gift of gab with Babbel.
Each online course will be personalized by her interests and molded into bite- -sized lessons so she can easily learn at her own pace. It’s a great budget-friendly option for diving into a new language. We tested it and found it to be a fun and effective language learning tool.
Thermo Works Thermapen Mk4
When it comes to the best digital meat thermometers, it doesn’t get better than Thermo-Works. We highly recommend the Thermapen ONE, which was the fastest and most accurate thermometer we tested and would have been our top pick if it wasn’t so expensive. But it’s waterproof, precise and fast-acting.
A Bouqs Subscription
Fresh flowers at Mom’ s doorstep will always be appreciated, especially on Mother’ s Day. This year, instead of just one bouquet, gift her a subscription to Bouqs. You can change the frequency of the delivery along with the type of blooms she receives- roses one month, sunflowers the next. She may adorably text you a picture of her bouquet every month it arrives and remind you to maintain the subscription. Go ahead and switch it up to keep Mom on her toes.
A Personalized Collage(拼贴画)
There are few gifts better than personalized ones, especially when it comes to the mom who pretty much already has everything. With services like Minted, you can upload your own photos for a collage and watch your beautiful creation come to life. Customize the frame and color theme to best match mom’s style and watch her fall in love with her new heartfelt gift.
1. What might discourage people from choosing the Thermapen ONE?| A．Price | B．Function | C．Accuracy | D．Appearance |
| A．It can be canceled at any time | B．It texts reminders to renew |
| C．It is restricted to monthly deliveries | D．It offers a choice of flowers |
| A．Life | B．Wellness | C．Literature | D．Science |
2 . Have you ever been to London? Here is some hotel information for you.
Kingsway Hall Hotel
We offer quality service in Kingsway Hall Hotel.This location puts guests in easy reach of many places, such as the British Museum and Piccadilly Circus. Our hotel also has modern Western food, and offers a perfect dining environment. The lounge bar is a comfortable place to enjoy a drink. There are hundreds of dining choices within walking distance. Non-smoking rooms are ready for guests.
Hilton Docklands Riverside
Located on the bank of the Thames, our hotel is about two miles east of Tower Bridge and 36 miles from London Heathrow Airport. Our hotel has a beauty salon, a flower shop and a swimming pool. The hotel also offers laundry (洗衣店) services, babysitting, shining shoes, and local area transportation.
Windermere Hotel
Located in the center of London,our hotel puts guests within easy reach of London’s well-known buildings. Buckingham Palace and the Royal Parks are just a short walk away. Within 1.5 miles you can visit Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament. The theatres, Harrods shopping centre, and the designer shops of Sloane Square and Knightsbridge are all only a short walk away or a taxi ride away.
1. What does Kingsway Hall Hotel provide for its guests?| A．Chinese food. | B．A lounge bar. |
| C．Smoking rooms. | D．A swimming pool. |
| A．It offers different kinds of service. |
| B．It offers a reasonable price. |
| C．It has convenient supermarkets. |
| D．It has delicious food. |
| A．a travel guide | B．a story book |
| C．a technical report | D．a geography magazine |
3 . School Activities for Kids and Teens
July is a month of fun－filled activities for kids and teens as long as you know where to find them. When you want some fun activities for July, consider these ideas happening in this month.
| Secret_of_the_Dragon Time: Monday, July 1, 2020, 10: 30 a. m. Cost: Adult: $7.40 Children(under 15): half Bookings: Phone the booking office at 3403 2578. Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens Note: Secret of the Dragon is a magical story about two children who are taken on a dragon. | The_Search_for_Life:_Are_We_Alone? Time: Thursday, July 4, 2020, 2: 00 p. m. Cost: Adult: $14.50 Children: $8.70 Bookings: Phone the booking office at 3403 7689. Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens Note: Are we truly alone in space? Is there any life out there? These are the questions asked in this show. |
| Magic_Class Time: Friday, J uly 12,2020,10: 00 a. m. Cost: Free Booking: Please phone 34038470. Address: Centenary Community hub,171 Dandenong Note: Would you like to be a magician? Then join David, the magician, to learn about real magic with playing cards, coins, ring ropes and DIY projects and be able to become the life of the party. | Science_With_Me:_Making_Your_Own_Guitar! Time: Saturday, July 20,2020, 3：00 p. m. Cost: Free Booking: Please phone 3403 1226. Address: 10, Egginton Close Note: Do you want to make a guitar with Katy and her mom? Science with me is going to be with you. Please remember to bring a piece of wood, a hammer, some rubber bands and some nails with you. |
| A．7.40 | B．11.10 | C．14.80 | D．23.20 |
| A．Magic Class | B．Science with Me | C．The Search for Life | D．Secret of the Dragon |
| A．They can all be booked by phone. | B．They happen in the same place. |
| C．They are all weekend activities. | D．They are all free. |
4 . Nowadays social media influencers have powerful influence. The concept of an influencer —a person who inspires or guides the actions of others—has been around for centuries. Before social media, influencers were famous persons or politicians far away from our lives.
In an age when anyone can be an influencer, content creators use their content on social media to influence others around the world.
Because of this, young people can see themselves represented more directly online through influencers. This can be important for the development of an adolescent’s identity.
| A．They can have role models who are like them and reachable. |
| B．It’s possible that young people use their social networking platforms. |
| C．On the contrary, that kind of work and people behind it should be celebrated. |
| D．Some have even become key opinion leaders, holding great cultural influence. |
| E．The rise of influencers comes as young people spend more time online than before. |
| F．However, the influence and power of today’s social media influencers is more noticeable. |
| G．Though some influencers’ actions affect the youth’s attitude to life, many can be positive. |
5 . Harbin Ice Festival 2023
Ever think of what Elsa’s ice palace might look like in real life? Ice stairs ice walls, and ice towers? When winter approaches, Harbin turns into a kingdom of ice and snow.
The annual Harbin Ice and Snow Festival opens in late December and lasts for around 3 months, till late February.
What’s New for Harbin Ice Festival
Every year, there is a special theme for the Ice Festival. A huge Snowflake Ferris Wheel(摩天轮) has already been built inside the park. Visitors will be able to ride on the Ferris Wheel and overlook the ice castles in early 2023. For this upcoming festival, the highlight may be when the giant Snowflake is colorfully lit up at night, shining high in the sky.
Yearly Time Line
Dates | Activities |
Early December | Ice Harvest |
December | Carving and Building |
Christmas period | Unofficial Opening |
Jan. 5，2023 | Opening Ceremony |
Jan. 18 to Feb. 15，2023 | Special Celebrations for Chinese New Year |
Late Feb. to early Mar. | Ice and snow sculptures start to melt |
Click here and Book Now! Tickets for Harbin Ice and Snow World are on sale now!
*Dec. 25, 2022—Jan. 5, 2023: ¥ 170 / person (half price for children)
*Jan. 6, 2023—Feb. 28, 2023: ¥ 230 / person (half price for children)
Contact us for available tour dates before they are fully booked.
Attention
As long as the ice and snow sculptures are open to visitors, it is impossible to take photos of the charming ice buildings without any visitors in! This might be different from what you see in the media.
1. When can visitors have a ride on the Ferris Wheel at the earliest?| A．In late February, 2022. | B．In late December, 2023. |
| C．At the end of 2022. | D．At the beginning of 2023. |
| A．The opening ceremony will start officially. |
| B．There will be special celebrations. |
| C．The festival will open informally. |
| D．Ice will begin to be carved. |
| A．¥ 425 | B．¥ 510 | C．¥ 340 | D．¥ 690 |
6 . Watercolor Painting Classes
The following is something related to watercolor painting classes for people online.
What is the Watercolor Academy
The Watercolor Academy is much more than just a painting course. Here, you will also become a member of a unique art community where you can exhibit your artworks, get professional opinions on your creative progress, have your art questions answered, and communicate with your academy visitors.
Contents
Learn how to paint watercolors in our fun and practical art classes taught by professional artists in London. Our lively, fun Watercolor Painting Courses are designed to debunk (揭穿) the myth that painting with watercolors and inks is difficult—through our tutors’ lively instruction and encouragement, students will lose their depression and create lively artwork.
Schedule
Classes meet once a week on their scheduled day. Review our schedule to find out when course terms start and end, and please see the registration page for class days and times. We believe that with time, encouragement and the proper instruction, anyone can learn to draw and paint exceptionally well. Our school has served the Minneapolis & St. Paul community for over 25 years as artists and teachers.
Fees
The price for a group of 2 to 5 people is $ 100 per person. For 6 or more participants, the cost is $60 per person. The price for a private class starts at $ 200 for an individual. If you choose the private class, you will be able to select the painting of your choice and schedule the day and time that works well for you and the instructor. Call 970-429-2777 to book a private watercolor class.
1. What can students do in the Watercolor Academy?| A．Give a lecture on painting. | B．Present their own good works. |
| C．Set up a unique art community. | D．Learn to give professional opinions. |
| A．To show watercolor painting is fun. | B．To make students professional artists. |
| C．To make students more lively. | D．To make watercolor painting easy for its students. |
| A．It can last for many hours. | B．The class is given by famous artists. |
| C．The students can schedule their class time. | D．It requires students to work well. |
7 . It's been a common problem that most of popular kids' apps contain some form of marketing. App developers and platforms make more money when more ads are viewed or clicked. Children, with their weaker self-control, are a prime target. Some developers use manipulative（操纵性的）approaches like showing a fancy present, which takes the children to an ad when clicked.
Examine before downloading apps. Your children can't download apps without you entering your password, so you can review apps before they are downloaded.
Teach your kids to look for help. When ads pop up inside apps, make sure your kids don't play or download the advertised game immediately.
Make complaint if necessary. Even some school-issued apps pressure families to purchase accounts. If this happens to you, complain to your school district.
Raising kids in the Internet age means teaching them to recognize when someone is trying to sell them new things or new ideas, from toys to misinformation.
| A．Ask your children often. |
| B．Ask about your kid' preferences |
| C．They have to understand the tricks of in-app advertising. |
| D．With proper guidance, kids can grow up to be critical digital thinkers. |
| E．Instead, they should be taught to be alert, and turn to adults for advice |
| F．Then you can read reviews on websites or check-the reviews in the app store |
| G．Unfortunately, there are no laws restricting how many ads can pop up in children's apps |
8 . Training for Saving
First Aid at Work 3 days £279
Suitable for people aged 16+ who might need to provide first aid by responding to a wide range of accidents, injuries and illnesses that they could encounter in their workplace. Ideal for organizations whose needs assessment has identified a requirement for additional first aid training, especially, having employees with a disability or a medical condition.
Lunch break. Classroom setting. Certificate to issue.
AED with Life Support 2 days £107
Right choice for people, over 16, who want to learn how to use an automated external defibrillator （AED）. First aid for unresponsive adults in addition. Currently available at our London, Edinburgh and Reading venues; however, you can organize a training session for a group of up to 15 people at your workplace by requesting a group booking.
Certificate valid for three years.
First Aid for Teachers Training 1 day £50
Specially designed for those working in a school environment and wishing to have the first aid skills to act in an emergency. Ideal for teachers and other school staff over 16. First aid skills to help a child who is unresponsive and breathing or not breathing, choking, having an allergic reaction or a head injury.
Not qualify the learner to act as a first aider.
Fire Marshal Training 4 days £364
Take this if you are over 16 and responsible for fire safety or appointed fire marshals in the workplace. Come to understand how a fire starts and spreads; how to assess and manage these risks; and how to use firefighting equipment. You must be physically able to carry out the practical elements of the course.
Role play. Classroom environment. Certificate.
1. What can be learnt in the course AED with Life Support?| A．Steps to deal with massive injuries. |
| B．Process of preventing a terrible fire. |
| C．Operation of certain medical equipment. |
| D．Treatment for an adult's mental problems. |
| A．First Aid at Work. | B．AED with Life Support. |
| C．First Aid for Teachers Training. | D．Fire Marshal Training. |
| A．Providing certificates for trainees. |
| B．Having the same requirement for age. |
| C．Offering discount for group booking. |
| D．Taking more than one day to complete. |
9 . City: Hangzhou
Launched: 2008
Size: 2,965 stations/ 69,750 bikes
Price: $28.59 deposit(押金) + time charge
While taking a look at this city, you may see the best bike sharing in the world. As the second on the planet by size, the Hangzhou Public Bicycle System is one of the most common and useful shares, largely because it’s combined with public transportation: a single card can be used in subway, bus, taxi and bike sharing. Residents and tourists can put down a deposit of 200 Chinese Yuan (about $29) and ride for an hour for free in this scenic city. Each additional hour costs only $0.15. It was also the first new-generation bike-sharing system in China.
City: Barcelona
Launched: 2007
Size: 420 stations/6,000 bikes
Price: $61.93 per year
Barcelona’s Bicycling Program developed Spain’s bike-sharing business in a big way. This program took off like wildfire on wheels, and because four times bigger in one year. It inspired different copycat programs all over the country. Today, Spain has 132 bike-sharing systems. The program is one of the world’s most respected and popular shares. But it is only open to residents and tourists are not allowed to use them.
City: Paris
Launched: 2007
Size: l,751 stations/23,900 bikes
Price: $38. 52 per year/ $2.26 per day
Bike sharing in Paris is the star of the world. Launched in 2007, it is the world’s largest outside of China. Cheap by American standards, you can ride around Paris on a $1.7 day pass—the first half hour of each trip is free. Because this system covers the city with an average of 50 stations per square mile, it’s a favourite with both locals and tourists.
1. What do we know about Barcelona’s Bicycling Program?| A．It has driven the development of Spain’s bike sharing. |
| B．It has once been ruined by fire accidents. |
| C．It is popular among travellers. |
| D．It consists of 175,000 bikes. |
| A．Nothing for an hour. | B．$61.93 per year. | C．$2.26 per day. | D．$1.7 per day. |
| A．They are open to both locals and tourists. | B．They have the same amount of stations. |
| C．They were founded in the same year. | D．They require a deposit of over $30. |
10 . Become a World Ride Ambassador
Are you interested in empowering women around the world through mountain biking? Interested in going on a World Ride mountain biking trip? Looking to make more connections within your local bike community? If so, World Ride is looking for YOU!
For its second year, World Ride is looking to have 20 ambassadors help us spread our mission around the world!
The duties of ambassadors are as follows:
Each ambassador is asked to raise $600 for World Ride over the course of this year
Active on social media and/ or in your bike community and willing to recommend us to your friends, family and followers
Willing to volunteer at / organize World Ride events in your area
Be inclusive of all riders and working on creating an inclusive bike community
Ambassadors can be anyone! We are an organization whose mission is to empower women, but we encourage everyone to apply!
Benefits of being a World Ride ambassador:
Discount codes (码) and prizes from our sponsors(赞助商)
Discounts and possibly goodies(好东西) from World Ride
Discount on one World Ride trip per year
A network of amazing ambassadors from around the world
Ability to meet and plan trips with other ambassadors
Additional notes are below:
We're looking for people who are experienced fundraisers; in your application please include examples of what you have done before for fundraisers. Don't have experience? Have no fear! World Ride provides training to ambassadors on how to fundraise!
For fundraising this year, we set up a fundraising rewards system——the more you help us, the more you receive!
Applications are now open. The deadline for applying is February 18. Get in touch if you have questions about our ambassador program!
1. What is one responsibility of a World Ride ambassador?| A．To raise money for World Ride. |
| B．To lead a group of 20 followers. |
| C．To give online courses on bike riding and safety. |
| D．To organize World Ride events in foreign countries. |
| A．Job offers from big companies. | B．One World Ride trip at a discount a year. |
| C．Free biking equipment from World Ride. | D．Opportunities to enter national competitions. |
| A．be a woman rider | B．apply before February 18 |
| C．be an experienced fundraiser | D．design a fundraising rewards system |
