1 . Selection of events for December

2 December, 7 pm — 8.30 pm
Discussion (In-person, Ambleside)
Music and environmental activism

Join Sarah Smout for an evening of wonderful music, with time for conversation about the role of music and art in encouraging positive environmental change.

Venue (活动场地): Percival Lecture Theatre
Tickets: £10
https: //bit.ly/47merV4
4 December, 6.30 pm — 7.45pm
Lecture (In-person, London, and online)
Tipping points in lakes

Lake pollution has deep impacts on ecological (生态的) structure, function and overall biodiversity (生物多样性). Professor Pete Langdon will discuss how and why lakes fall into polluted states and how easily they can recover (恢复).

Venue: Royal Geographical Society
Tickets: Free
https://bit.ly/491JI1M
16 Decembe — 21 April 2024
Exhibition (展览)(In-person, Hawkshead)
Earth Photo 2023 at Grizedale Forest

Visit Grizedale Forest to see an impressive collection of photos from the 2023 Earth Photo competition that tell powerful stories about our planet.

Venue: Grizedale Forest
Tickets: Free
https://bit.ly/49ni9Q6
18 December,7.30 pm — 8.45pm
Lecture (In-person, Chester)
Studying the landscape

Mike Blackburn shows how the landscape has changed over many centuries of human settlement in Cheshire on the Wirral and along the River Dee.

Venue: Grosvenor Museum
Tickets: £5
https://bit.ly/3FMNIoY
1. Which of the following websites will a music lover most likely visit?

A．https: //bit.ly/491JI1M.	B．https://bit.ly/49ni9Q6.
C．https://bit.ly/47merV4．	D．https://bit.ly/3FMNIoY.

2. What will Pete Langdon do?

A．Show his knowledge of forest recovery.

B．Share his opinions on lake pollution.

C．Tell people about the importance of biodiversity.

D．Encourage people to work for wildlife protection.

3. Where will Earth-related photos be shown to the public?

A．Royal Geographical Society.

B．Percival Lecture Theatre.

C．Grosvenor Museum.

D．Grizedale Forest.

2 . Tobias, a 35-year-old Belgian musician, has become popular on social media for his excellent grasp of the Shanghai dialect. He has been sharing his everyday experiences, which he _______ in Shanghai dialect, on video-sharing and lifestyle _______ Douyin and Xiaohongshu, winning thousands of followers and millions of _______

In the videos, he speaks_______ Shanghai dialect, which many non-locals believe is as difficult to learn and _______ as a foreign language. He talks about walking on the city’s streets, enjoying the food and music, and _______ his daily life in the city. Tobias started shooting and _______ these short videos for his own practice purposes. He didn’t expect so many people would be watching them, following him and sending him _______ and encouragement.

Tobias did not bury his nose in textbooks or _______ intensive study to learn Shanghainese. He said his learning __________ involved getting immersed (沉浸) in a language environment, having a positive attitude, and speaking __________ “without being afraid to make mistakes” . He was not thinking too much when he started learning the Shanghai dialect — it was just for __________.

Tobias said he did not expect he would __________ the promotion of the Shanghai dialect, but it would be an __________ and pleasure if his posts encouraged his followers to learn and pass on the dialect. “I believe a dialect is the heart of a local __________” said the musician.

1.

A．acts

B．delivers

C．competes

D．votes

2.

A．approaches

B．habits

C．platforms

D．communities

3.

A．likes

B．dollars

C．medals

D．chances

4.

A．ancient

B．sweet

C．modern

D．fluent

5.

A．understand

B．write

C．create

D．practise

6.

A．advancing

B．searching

C．recording

D．observing

7.

A．testing

B．reviewing

C．selling

D．posting

8.

A．notes

B．comments

C．reports

D．replies

9.

A．interrupt

B．assess

C．conduct

D．appreciate

10.

A．materials

B．methods

C．objectives

D．resources

11.

A．secretly

B．slowly

C．happily

D．bravely

12.

A．fun

B．work

C．fame

D．show

13.

A．stick to

B．contribute to

C．focus on

D．rely on

14.

A．advantage

B．opportunity

C．honor

D．option

15.

A．authority

B．history

C．custom

D．culture

4 .

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1. What do NINE SPA, VIP ROOM and INERAL MUD BATH have in common?

A．They have the same price.	B．They don’t have additional cost.
C．They have the same service.	D．They don’t include the service of massage for children.

2. If two couples with two kids want to experience HOT MINERAL WITH HERB, how much do
they need to pay?

A．490,000d.	B．740,000d.
C．1,120,000d.	D．1,240,000d.

3. Where can we find the price information?

A．At a grocery.	B．At a resort.
C．In a shopping mall.	D．In a supermarket.

5 . Here are some free websites for kids.

CoolMath

Coolmath.com calls itself “an amusement park (游乐园) of math”. Children can play online math games that teach them math knowledge. CoolMath is fit for kids aged 13 and up. Its sister site coolmath4kids.com is fit for kids aged 3 to 12.

Exploratorium

There are so many great science websites on the Internet. But San Francisco’s Exploratorium shows a website that teaches kids about science in new ways. Exploratorium. edu teaches kids to repair things, takes them to go below the sea and also teaches them about the science of gardening and animals...

Disney Jr. Educational

Fans of Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck will love visiting disneyjunior. disney. com. au. Games, coloring pages, and videos are some of what Disney Jr. Educational offers. The games pay attention to memory, hand­eye coordination (协调), color matching and other important skills for developing minds.

National Geographic Kids

See and share photos of nature, learn interesting news of animals, and learn about different countries on kids. Nationalgeographic.com. There is a “Little Kids” part for the little ones in your home.

Learning Games for Kids

The name of the site says it all. Games on learninggamesforkids.com teach kids almost every subject you can think of. Word, spelling, social studies, brain, science, art, and vocabulary (词汇) will get your kids started on a learning trip. Learning Games for Kids offers services to preschoolers through 8th graders.

1. If a 6­year­old boy wants to learn math，which website should be visited?

A．Coolmath. com.	B．Coolmath4kids. com.
C．Exploratorium. edu.	D．Disneyjunior. disney. com. au.

2. What can kids know about through National Geographic Kids?

A．Art.

B．Math.

C．Science.

D．Nature.

3. Which of the following best describes the websites in the text?

A．Educational.

B．Popular.

C．Difficult.

D．Serious.

7 . Best Places for Teens

Vista Verde Guest Ranch

What you can do here varies with the season. Summer is for horses, cookouts, hiking and barn dances, while winter is for skiing, sleigh（雪橇）rides, hot baths and hot chocolates. The ranch even offers a tween club for ages 11 to 13 and a teen club for ages 14 to 17, both of which include activities like horseback riding, cow herding, paddle-boarding and late-night bonfires.

Club Med Resort

Club Med Resort offers a range of programs created specifically for older children and teens. For ages 11 to 17, it offers Passworld spaces—customized areas for teens with sporting and artistic activities, dance floors, video games, and more. Teenagers can also try their luck on the high swing as they learn to balance, or simply enjoy relaxing along the beach.

Mohonk Mountain House

Surrounded by 40,000 acres of forest and protected wildlife, the House offers teens a natural escape from the city life. The property’s teen program, designed for kids ages 13 to 17, includes tomahawk throwing, mountain bike tours, hiking, disc golf and more.

Grand Velas Resort

It offers tailored teen clubs for ages 13 to 18, offering extensive game rooms with pool tables, air hockey, pingpong and more, along with karaoke sets and a dance floor. Teens who need a break from parents while on vacation can talk with new friends and enjoy teen-friendly snacks and cocktails while taking in beautiful ocean views along the beach.

1. What can teens do at Club Med Resort?

A．Enjoy swinging.

B．Go for sleigh rides.

C．Learn dancing from experts.

D．Take mountain bike tours.

2. Which of the following can best describe Mohonk Mountain House?

A．The perfect environment to live in.

B．An escape from parents and school.

C．The best ground for hunting wildlife.

D．A relaxing place to get close to nature.

3. Which is suitable for 18-year-old students?

A．Club Med Resort.

B．Grand Velas Resort.

C．Vista Verde Guest Ranch.

D．Mohonk Mountain House.

8 . Day Trip to Tarangire National Park

Tarangire is one of those parks whose beauty is not fully recognized by people. It is often only visited for day trips because it is close to Ngorongoro and the Serengeti. It is full of elephants, zebras and lions. It also has some superb scenery to go with it. You can also see sights such as the Tarangire River.

Tarangire has the second highest concentration of wildlife in Tanzania after the Serengeti and the highest concentration of elephants in the world. It has over 700 lions living there as well as a wide selection of other animals.

Itinerary(行程)

You will be picked up from your accommodation. After an approximate 3 hours’ drive, you will arrive at Tarangire National Park. The name of this national park originates from the Tarangire River that crosses the park. The park is considered as one of the best places to view elephants up close. From the open roof of the safari (野外观兽旅行) vehicle you will be able to absorb the landscape and see the animals wandering around. In the late afternoon you will have a hot meal, and then you will leave the park and drive back to Moshi.

Included in the price (US $620 per person)
☑Al l Tanzania national park fees                    ☒International flights to/from Tanzania
☑ Meals according to the itinerary for             ☒Alcoholic and soft drinks
each day                                                     ☒Personal expenses & tips
☑Bottle of mineral water for each day             ☒Travel insurance & visa fees
☑Professional English-speaking guide             ☒Extra activities within the park
☑Safari 4 ×4 jeep with all accessories            ☒ Hotel accommodation before and after the safari

Come and start your day trip! Click here and fill out the form to send a booking request immediately.

1. What do we know about Tarangire?

A．It offers day and night trips.	B．It owns the biggest lion population.
C．It’s better than people think.	D．It has more wildlife than the Serengeti.

2. What can visitors do in the park?

A．Wander along the river.	B．Watch animals in jeeps.
C．Interact with elephants.	D．Spend a night in the park.

3. What’s included in the price?

A．Guide services.	B．Travel insurance.
C．Meals and soft drinks.	D．Round-trip airfares.

9 . Ayung River Rafting

About the trip

Explore Ayung River Rafting, the longest river rafting in Ayung River, a white-water rafting! The river is classified to level II to III and your rafting trip will be approximately 2 hours. Our friendly and experienced raft guides will take you on a safe and fun trip. You’ll find a level of professionalism that offers unique insights into Bali’s natural wonders and memorable experiences through the rainforest. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure that showcases the beauty of Ayung River and the excitement and thrills of tackling the rapids of the Ayung River.

        Prices

Ayung River Rafting Packages	Price
Ayung River Rafting Own Transport	IDR 350/Person
Ayung River Rafting Group of 2, including Return Hotel Transfer	IDR 550/Person
Ayung River Rafting Group of 3 – 4, including Return Hotel Transfer	IDR 485/Person
Ayung River Rafting Group of 5+, including Return Hotel Transfer	IDR 430/Person

Tips

●We suggest you bring short pants or a swimsuit, a pair of changing clothes, sunscreen and extra money for drinks and souvenirs (纪念品).

●Steep road lies at the beginning and at the end of the tour, please be ready to walk with reliable shoes!

●Plastic bags for wet clothes are available, but you are advised to bring your own to reduce plastic use.

●Single-use raincoats are available if it rains. However, please bring your own to reduce plastic use.

1. What do we know about Ayung River Rafting?

A．It’s an exciting guided adventure.

B．It helps to conserve the rainforest.

C．It offers unique insights into society.

D．It’s operated on the world’s fastest river.

2. What’s the charge for an Ayung River Rafting Group of 4 including Return Hotel Transfer?

A．IDR 430.

B．IDR 485.

C．IDR 1940.

D．IDR 2200.

3. What are the tourists advised to wear on a walk?

A．Swimsuits.

B．Strong shoes.

C．Raincoats.

D．Wet clothes.

10 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

China Before China,     1     eight-episode documentary that tells stories of the origins and early development of Chinese civilization based on archaeological findings, is airing now.

The documentary     2     (start) from the Qin and Han dynasties and then traces key points at the dawn of Chinese civilization. The overall narration of the work remains clear, logical and     3     (accurate) conveys the sites and relics. “    4     we want to explore are the characteristics of Chinese civilization and its spirit transmitted through our blood, from which we can trace the cultural genes that make us the Chinese people,” says Jin Ruiguo, chief supervisor of the documentary.

The crew spent months     5     (examine) archeological reports and articles. For instance, they explored the     6     (symbol) meaning of dragon through dragon-shaped artefacts. To make this brief history of early Chinese civilization work, the production team filmed 230 domestic sites and museums, and these video clips will also be screened at 18-museums     7     (involve). Based on the information, they used digital technology     8     (bring)-ancient architecture and cities back to life, and invited actors to re-create scenes of daily life. All of this provides the audience     9     a direct and visual idea of the long past. It vividly illustrates the process of historical development, which is the ultimate goal of historical research and archaeological     10     (explore).