1. Who is the speaker aimed at?
| A．Those who feel depressed. |
| B．Those who need some rest. |
| C．Those who are music lovers. |
| A．Talk to Tessa. | B．Play some music. | C．Hang out with friends. |
| A．She's a hostess. | B．She's a musician. | C．She's a psychology teacher. |
Tom and Tim are in a restaurant
| Menu | |||
| Sandwich | Drinks | ||
| Chicken | $ 5.20 | Yogurt | $ 2.00 |
| Egg | $ 3.60 | Orange Juice | $ 1.70 |
| Beef | $ 4.50 | Coke | $ 2.50 |
| Turkey | $ 6.50 | Coffee | $ 2.80 |
| Rice | Desserts (甜食) | ||
| Fried | $ 3.50 | Pizza | $ 2.50 |
| With chicken | $ 4.80 | Banana milk shake | $ 3.50 |
| With meat | $ 4.50 | chocolate | $ 5.50 |
| A．three | B．four | C．five |
| A．coffee | B．yogurt | C．orange juice |
| A．yogurt or orange juice | B．coke | C．pizza |
| A．$ 1.70 | B．$ 4.80 | C．$ 6.50 |
| A．an ad | B．a report | C．a science book |
3 . We are pleased to announce the call for entries for Strokes of Genius by The Best of Drawing! Win prizes and publication by entering this exciting drawing competition, brought to you by Artists Network and Artists Magazine.
How to Enter
★You need to create a free Submittable account in order to download the forms.
★Fill out the Entry Form. This information will be reproduced exactly as submitted if you are selected as a winner.
★Upload a single digital image. Once you have uploaded your image, you will see a payment due.
There is no limit to the number of entries you may submit. You can save a draft of your work if you would like to finish filling out the form at a later date.
The Submittable platform works best on Google Chrome, Firefox and Safari. Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge are not supported.
Deadlines and Notification
Super Early Bird Deadline: May 28, 2023
Entry Fee: $15 for Artists Network Members; $20 for nonmembers
Early Bird Deadline: June 16, 2023
Entry Fee: $25 for Artists Network Members; $30 for nonmembers
Final Deadline: August 20, 2023
Entry Fee: $35 for Artists Network Members; $40 for nonmembers
The final deadline is August 20, 2023 at 11:59 p. m. EST. Winners will be informed by email on or before September 20, 2023.
Prizes & Awards
First-Place Winner: $2,000 in cash
Second-Place Winner: $1,000 in cash
Third-Place Winner: $500 in cash
10 Honorable Mentions: $50 ArtistsNetwork.com Gift Card
Award winners will receive a free Artists Network Membership for 1 year ($99.99 value). Winning entries will be published in The Best of Drawing.
1. What is necessary to participate in the contest?| A．Uploading a family photo. | B．Setting up a bank account. |
| C．Completing an entry form. | D．Registering on Internet Explorer. |
| A．By submitting entries in person. | B．By submitting entries in early May. |
| C．By submitting entries as a professional. | D．By submitting at least two entries. |
| A．Cash prize and a free magazine. | B．$50 ArtistsNetwork.com Gift Card. |
| C．One-year discounted membership. | D．The publication of the winning entry. |
4 . Botswana is situated in Southern Africa. There are many top-quality places to enjoy your African trip.
The Okavango Delta
The Okavango Delta is the world’s largest inland delta and is a top spot to visit during your Botswana trip. The whole delta covers an area of 15,000 km². The Okavango River ends in this area flooding the whole region. Besides the regular flooding, rainfall can drastically increase the size of this water body, up to 22,000 km².
The delta also contains the Moremi Game Reserve and it is one of the best places to see wildlife. Animals such as hippopotamuses, crocodiles, buffalo, rhinoceroses, elephants and antelopes can be very easily found in the region. There are over 500 species of birds in this area.
The Chobe National Park
The Chobe National Park is situated in Northwest Botswana. It is the third largest park in Botswana and is famous for its large wildlife population. The Chobe National Park has diverse animal habitats and it is wonderful to watch these beautiful animals right in front of you. The park is also very famous for its elephants and is considered to be the largest area for elephants in Africa. Apart from the huge elephant population, other wild animals such as lions, leopards, wild dogs, antelopes, hippopotamuses, buffalo and crocodiles can also be seen.
The Kalahari Game Reserve
The Central Kalahari Game Reserve is situated in the Kalahari Desert, covering an area of 52,800 km². It is the second largest game reserve in the world. Large areas of trees, bushes and grass are widely spread in this reserve, thus adding to the beauty of the place. The reserve contains a huge concentration of wildlife. Many wild animals including giraffes can be spotted easily there.
1. This passage is mainly about_______| A．the writer’s traveling experience in Botswana. |
| B．some places of top quality to enjoy in Botswana. |
| C．beautiful countries to visit in Southern Africa. |
| D．activities people can do in Southern Africa. |
| A．Necessarily. | B．Gradually. | C．Greatly. | D．Hopefully. |
| A．the Okavango Delta. |
| B．the Chobe National Park. |
| C．the Moremi Game Reserve. |
| D．the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. |
5 . There are a variety of free magazines that kids can receive in the mail. Kids love getting mail, so these magazines will bring double joy!
Animal Wellness Magazine
If your child loves animals, a free copy may provide him or her with hours of educational entertainment. This magazine is especially wonderful if you have a dog or a cat at home and want your child to learn about pet care.
Kids Discover Online
This is an excellent online resource (资源) where elementary school children can learn about different aspects of science and social studies topics. It gives you access (使用权) to 30 units with 200 topics.
National Geographic Kids
The content there is various. You can gain even more access by creating a free account. There are educational articles on dozens of countries around the world, as well as articles on animals, planets, and more. Aimed at children aged 8 to 14, this magazine is a great choice for learning and fun.
Sports Illustrated Kids
If you have children that are sports fans, look no further than the Sports Illustrated Kids. They can get analysis of recent games, forecasts about next season, and fun games. It’s all free, and your son or daughter will love getting to know the latest sports news.
1. Which will you choose if your son is fond of keeping a rabbit?| A．National Geographic Kids. | B．Kids Discover Online. |
| C．Animal Wellness Magazine. | D．Sports Illustrated Kids. |
| A．It is a magazine designed for teens. |
| B．It covers a variety of different topics. |
| C．It is only meant for kids who like fun games. |
| D．It helps kids know about over 200 countries. |
| A．Kids who are big fans of physical exercise. |
| B．Kids who are interested in insects. |
| C．Kids who are curious about the universe. |
| D．Kids who dream of being a weather forecaster. |
6 . Exhibitions for You!
1 A photo exhibition at the Cultural Palace of Nationalities in Beijing shows a beautiful view of the natural wonder’s in Zhangye, Gansu Province. The exhibition will celebrate Zhangye’s past and its today as an example to preserve rich ethnic traditions and protect the environment. Date: 9 am -4:30 pm, daily. July 1 -31, 2022 Add: 49 Fuxingmen Nei Dajie, Xicheng district, Beijing. Tel: 010 -8319 -5250. | 2 Olympic Fine Arts exhibition will bring together some 800 artworks, including posters, paintings, photos and sculptures in celebration of the spirit of the Olympic Games. The exhibition will show artworks from across the world. Date: August 1 -15, 2022 Add: ME Center, 27 Xi Dawanglu Road, Chaoyang district, Beijing. Tel: 010 - 6400 - 6677. |
3 New Youth, an experimental art exhibition to be held in Jingdezhen, will show the development of experimental art education in colleges and universities. Works on show are from artists who majored in experimental art while in college, examining the evolution in their creation and career development. Date: July 1 -20, 2022 Add: Ceramic Art Avenue, 720 Xinchang Xi Lu, Zhushan district, Jingdezhen, Jiangxi Province. Tel: 400 -915 -1221. | 4 A new exhibition on the rich ecosystem of the Yangtze River will open in Shanghai. Aimed at raising awareness of environmental protection of the county’s longest river, the exhibition will show the different aspects of the river and its interaction with people who live along it. Date : 9: 00 am - 5: 00 pm, Tuesday to Sunday, Closed on Mondays. August 1-31, 2022. Add: Shanghai Science and Technology Museum Tel: 021 -6862 -2000. |
| A．They will have the same theme. | B．They will exhibit the same photos. |
| C．They will be held at the same time. | D．They will be held in the same place. |
| A．To spread the Olympic spirit. |
| B．To introduce experimental art. |
| C．To raise people’s awareness of environmental protection. |
| D．To encourage people to take part in the Olympic Games. |
| A．010- 8319 - 5250. | B．010 - 6400 - 6677. |
| C．400-915- 1221. | D．021 - 6862 - 2000. |
1. What is the woman？
| A．A tour guide. | B．A shop assistant. | C．A tourist. |
| A．In a new building. | B．In a private apartment. | C．In a hotel |
| A．Transportation, the boat trip and three meals. |
| B．Transportation, accommodation, breakfast and lunch. |
| C．Two nights of accommodation, drinks and lunch on the boat. |
| A．Have fun in the water. |
| B．Use hot pools for free. |
| C．Play tennis cheaply. |
Picture Show There are 22, 000 pictures on show here. You can see the whole Chinese history! Place: City Museum Price: 30 yuan Time: 9: 00 am-4: 00 pm (Monday-Friday) |
Jenny’s Clothes Store sale Come and buy your clothes here. We have T-shirts in all colors for only $10. We also have blue pants for $15 for boys, socks for only $1 each pair. Time: Saturday and Sunday |
International Picnic Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to the Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food all over the world. Not expensive but delicious. Time: noon to 5: 00 pm |
Do You Want to Have “The Ants”? The Ants, a popular group from Australia, will give their first concert this Saturday night at 8 o’clock at Rose Hall, City College. |
| A．Rose Hall | B．the City Museum | C．the Central Park |
| A．1 pm on Saturday | B．9 am on Wednesday | C．6 pm on Friday |
| A．buy some clothes | B．take some pictures | C．listen to a concert |
| A．You can go to the City Museum on weekdays. |
| B．Only white T-shirts are on sale at Jenny’s clothes Store. |
| C．The food at the picnic is expensive but delicious. |
| A．a newspaper | B．a science book | C．a survey report |
9 . Best Monthly Book Clubs for Kids
Reading to your children can help them develop early reading and writing skills and a love for reading that will last a lifetime. Meeting them at their current level of reading will raise their confidence and help them challenge themselves to push their limits. Monthly book boxes arrive right to the front door with the opportunity to do just that!
Offering everything from adventure, imagination, science exploration, and even dress-up costumes, the monthly book boxes of the Cratejoy Marketplace is filled with lots of favorite books for kids of all ages.
Whether you’re looking to grow a collection of board books and picture books for your young readers, or get new chapter (章节) books in the hands of your older readers who are devouring (贪婪地阅读) full series in one siting, we’ve put together a list of the best book boxes for kids.
2021 Best Monthly Kids’ Book Clubs
My First Reading Club
Price: $16.99/month
Free Delivery: Delivers within the U.S. in 2 business days from ordering，then on the 1st of future months
LaLa Horse
Price: $39. 95/month
Free Delivery: Delivers worldwide from the U. S. during the last week of the month
OurShelves
Price: $ 12.99/quarter
Free Delivery: Delivers within the U. s. in 3 business days from ordering, then in March, June , September and December
Our Little Book Club
Price: $14.00/month
Free Delivery: Delivers within the U.S. in 2 business days from ordering. then on the 1st of future months
Kids Read Daily Book Club
Price: $11.00/month
Free Delivery: Delivers within the U.S. by the 20th of every month
1. What is the purpose of monthly book boxes?| A．To collect used books for poor kids. |
| B．To introduce online reading training courses. |
| C．To offer proper books for kids of all ages. |
| D．To sell outdated books to kids at a low price. |
| A．It is paid by the month. |
| B．It serves the whole world. |
| C．It is free for shipping. |
| D．It ships every 3 months. |
| A．OurShelves. | B．Our Little Book Club. |
| C．My First Reading Club. | D．Kids Read Daily Book Club. |
10 . Are you looking for somewhere special to go this weekend? Do you want to try something new?
Check out one of these hot new restaurants.
Fast Best
Fast food doesn't have to be junk food, as this café proves. Do you fancy a really good hamburger made with the best ingredients, or old-fashioned fish and chips fried to perfection, all on the table in super-quick time? Speed and quality are important here, and the prices aren't bad either.
Your Local Caff (小餐馆)
Remember when cafés served full English breakfasts—sausages, beans, fried bread, bacon and eggs—with a strong cup of tea? Well, this place still does and you can have your breakfast at any time you like during the day while you listen to your favourite tunes from the 1980s.
Last Days of the Raj
A centrally located Indian restaurant, perfect for eating before or after the cinema or a show. In summer enjoy your meal in the beautiful garden. The most popular dishes are lamb and chicken cooked with mild, medium or hot spices. For brave customers there is extra hot!
The Chocolate Box
The owner of this small café used to cook all kinds of food, but then she realised she preferred desserts to anything else. If you want meat or fish, don't come here. They only do desserts! Lots of different kinds of sweets. Chocolate lovers will be excited by the range of chocolate cakes.
1. Fast Best suits a person ______.| A．who has a sweet tooth | B．who loves spicy food |
| C．who wants to have good breakfast | D．who gets 30 minutes off for lunch |
| A．You can listen to great music in it. | B．It serves hot food with pepper. |
| C．It serves an all-day breakfast. | D．It is prefect for vegetarians. |
| A．Fast Best. | B．Your Local Caff. |
| C．Last Days of the Raj. | D．The Chocolate Box. |
