1 . Food books can bring a culture to life. The following food books are bursting with delicious food, as well as entertaining and engaging storytelling.
 | Pierre Thiam’s latest book aims to share everyday, easy-to-cook recipes like baked ginger-chili plantain kelewele. He explains how so many dishes and ingredients from the American South and other regions can trace their origin to West Africa. The 80 recipes are accessible and present a range of traditional and modern takes on the cuisine. |
 | Fuchsia Dunlop’s book examines classic Chinese dishes, like mapo tofu, soup dumplings and Dongpo pork. This book includes history, philosophy, cooking techniques, and Dunlop’s on-the-ground research conducted over three decades to present a fascinating exploration of this ever-changing cuisine. |
 | Tamar Adler seeks to make leftovers more appealing and lower food waste in the process with her latest book, which contains around 1,500 recipes. This isn’t what you’d call a beautiful coffee table-style cookbook — it’s practical and the creative secrets within are truly mind-blowing. |
 | Natasha Pickowicz is an innovative chef. More Than Cake is her first cookbook, full of invaluable tips like how to build a layer (层) cake. Aside from great baking recipes, this cookbook tries to live up to its name by sharing how baking can provide so much more than just tasty sweets — it can give community, purpose, joy and love. |
1. Who explores Chinese food culture in the cookbook?
| A．Pierre Thiam. | B．Fuchsia Dunlop. |
| C．Tamar Adler. | D．Natasha Pickowicz. |
| A．They are the writers’ latest books. | B．They advocate lower food waste. |
| C．They have the same number of recipes. | D．They aim to share West African dishes. |
| A．Simply West African. | B．Invitation to a Banquet. |
| C．The Everlasting Meal Cookbook. | D．More Than Cake. |
The Mobile Phone Museum Date: October 15-19 Age:15-17 Have you given a call with a mobile phone? Here are all kinds of mobile phones at a different time. You can learn about their history and even give calls with certain mobile phone in a special DIY room. | The Tea Art Museum Date: October 23-29 Age:17-20 Do you enjoy drinking tea? It’s a relaxing place for enjoying tea and its art. Here you can learn how to make a perfect cup of tea with beautiful sets. And you are sure to know about the history of tea and watch the tea preparation! Tel:768-4030 |
The Clothing Museum Date: November 15-19 Age:9-14 Whether you are a boy or a girl, you are serious about your dressing. Here you can know how clothing is made of and what clothes around the world are mostly like. If you like, you may learn how to color some kinds of cloth in a special class. Tel:376-9060 | The Science Museum Date: November11-25 Age:8-11 You can experience many high-technology products here, such as IT, robots, VR games video arts and so on. And you can explore what a future city will be like. Here are some science classes for you to choose. It’ll be wonderful. Come for fun! Tel:376-9060 |
| A．five days | B．a week | C．ten days | D．two weeks |
| A．856-3050 | B．768-4030 | C．568-7080 | D．376-9060 |
| A．the Mobile Phone Museum | B．the Tea Art Museum |
| C．the Clothing Museum | D．the Science Museum |
| A．use certain mobile phones | B．enjoy tea and its art |
| C．learn about dressing | D．experience many kinds of high-technology products |
| A．all four programs happen in summer. |
| B．three programs are about high-technology. |
| C．all four programs are about high-technology |
| D．There’re science classes at the Science Museum |
3 . Creating a Graphic Novel
In the past decade we’ve seen the rise of graphic novels that come in all sorts of forms. Now join author and illustrator Lizzy Stewart for our upcoming masterclass, where she’ll take you through how to create both the illustration and text for a graphic novel. You’ll have the chance to find the right form for the story you are trying to tell, and Lizzy will share her insight into the editorial and publishing process of getting a graphic novel printed. 15 minutes will be reserved for a Q&A session at the end of the masterclass, when Lizzy will answer what you’re curious to know.
Booking & Payment
●The workshop fee of £30 is payable in full online.
●Joining instructions and full guidance will be provided by us a week before the start date.
Accessible to All
●It’s of real importance for us that our event remains accessible to all.
●We have made three scholarship places available for this event as part of our accessibility scheme (计划). Please visit our scholarship page to find out how to apply for scholarships to the course.
●This masterclass will be presented online through video conferencing software. It will also be recorded so if you are unable to attend the live event, you’ll be able to catch up and access the recording within two weeks.
●This event will include written text and visuals. Please contact us in advance so that we can make arrangements to be sure all documents appear in a format that works for you.
1. What can attendees do in the masterclass?| A．Have their work published. | B．Communicate with Lizzy. |
| C．Get Lizzy’s 15-minute instruction. | D．Create graphic novels in all forms. |
| A．Recorded materials for a limited period. |
| B．Free access to video conferencing software. |
| C．Written text and visuals for certain attendees. |
| D．Scholarships to further their graphic novel study. |
| A．A review. | B．A guide. | C．An essay. | D．An advertisement. |
4 . Plays
●Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3)
These three short plays by Suzan Lori-Parks are the start of an ambitious attempt to retell the story of the American civil war. The focus is on a slave promised his freedom by his master if he joins in the fight against the Union. Steve Toussaint and Jimmy Akingbola head the cast, and Jo Bonney is in charge.
• 15 September to 4 October, Royal Court, London. Box office: 020-7565 5000.
●A Pacifist’s Guide to the War on Cancer
Bryony Kimmings and Brian Lobel consider our attitudes to cancer and the language we employ to deal with it through the stories of five people. This is an all-singing, all-dancing affair with music by Tom Parkinson, wiping off the pink charity ribbons to look at the realities of diagnosis(诊断)and what it means for the wider family.
• 20-24 September, Home, Manchester. Box office: 0161-200 1500.
●The Nest
Every parent wants the best for their baby. Kurt and Martha are prepared to work hard to ensure theirs has everything he needs, even if that means Kurt taking on extra work. Franz Xaver Kroetz’s extraordinary play about the damage that profit causes to individuals and the environment gets a new translation from Conor McPherson.
• 15-22 October, Lyric, Belfast. Box office: 028-9038 1081.
●The Red Barn
David Hare’s new play is based on La Main, a psychological thriller by the great Georges Simenon. The story concerns two couples who, on their way back from a party, struggle through the snow. The play is directed by Robert Icke, and the cast is headed by Mark Strong and Hope Davis.
• 6-20 October, Lyttelton, London. Box office: 020-7452 3000.
1. What do we know about Father Comes Home from the Wars?| A．It is set in the USA. |
| B．It is put on throughout September. |
| C．It tells of the hardship slaves suffered . |
| D．It is the first play to describe the cruelty of war. |
| A．19 September. | B．3 October. | C．10 October. | D．21October |
| A．The Nest |
| B．The Red Barn |
| C．Father Comes Home from the Wars |
| D．A Pacifist’s Guide to the War on Cancer |
Specialties
Welcome to LoveMama! We are a NY-based Malay, Vietnamese and Thai influenced Southeast Asian Restaurant and Caterer providing you tasty dinner in our Manhattan dining area. We also provide takeout, and catering for individuals and groups or for private events.
History
Established in 2013. With humble beginnings as a food cart, the popularity of Love Mama’s Malaysian street food boosted to opening a Manhattan restaurant in 2014.
Popular ltems
The most commonly ordered items and dishes from this restaurant are as follows: Edamame Dumpling, Korean popcorn chicken, Lucky Noodle, Steak and Bread Pudding.
Reviews
I love this place. The food, customer service and prices were all great. We ordered the RotiCanai Planta, Rendang NasiIemak with chicken. Vegetable Salad Vietnamese Style, and Uncle Plump’s Dumplings The Rendano Nasi Lemak was the highlight of the meal.
My boyfriend forgot to tell them about allergies and told them halfway as they were preparing our order. They responded really well. In the end. we even got to have a nice conversation with the owner of the restaurant. Super great guy! We were pleasantly surprised with the low price at the end of the meal too. If you are in New York, you have to check out LoveMama. Best meal I have had in a while.
——Mary Brooklin
Stopped by here for Valentine’s Day and we were not disappointed. We got 3 different dishes all from the Malaysian portion of the menu as none of us had ever had Malaysian food. The service was fast but not supper attentive, which we didn’t mind at all. For $20 each with tip and feeling full and happy, this is a spot I’d definitely recommend!
——Peter Anderson
1. Where is the LoveMama restaurant?| A．In Thailand. | B．In Malaysia. | C．In Vietnam. | D．In America. |
| A．It can’t provide takeout orders. |
| B．It has customer-friendly business strategies. |
| C．It operates on a first-come-first-served basis. |
| D．It is state-owned and runs around the clock. |
| A．Disappointing. | B．Cost-effective. | C．Time-honored. | D．Average. |
| Hollywood Hotel Service Guide Room Service Offer the service 24 hours a day. Phone the Information Desk, and your message will be passed on to the room waiter. Dining Room Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. — 9:30 a.m. (Tips: The room waiter may bring breakfast to your room at any time after 7:00 a.m. If you need it, please fill in a card and hang it outside your door before 6:00 a.m.) Lunch: 12:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. Dinner: 6:30 p.m. — 8:30 p.m. Telephones Dial “0” for the Information Desk to put you through with the room waiter. Tell the Information Desk if the morning calls are needed. Shop & Coffee House Business hours: Shop: 9:00 a.m. — 5:30 p.m. Coffee House: 12:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. — 1:30 a.m. Other Services Hot water: It is offered 24 hours. Cinema: Films begin at 7:00 p.m. on Sundays and Wednesdays. Swimming pool: Enjoy yourself at any time if you like. It’s free. |
| A．Only at midnight. | B．Any time during a day. |
| C．Before 12:00 a.m. | D．After 12:00 a.m. |
| A．Phone the Information Desk. |
| B．Go to the coffee house to have it. |
| C．Go to the hotel dining room. |
| D．Put a card outside your room before 6:00 a.m. |
| A．go swimming | B．go shopping |
| C．see a film | D．go to the coffee house |
7 . Job for You!
Family Alliance Meal Delivery Family Alliance is looking for people who can deliver hot Chinese meals one to two times a week for people with disabilities in north suburban Fairfield County. All applicants must have a driver's license and access to a car. Gas will be covered for each delivery. Working hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays For more information, contact Charles Chen at cchen@famd.com Or call 740-6668988 | Lancaster Design We provide full furnishings, like donated kitchen equipment and furniture items, for the new homes of people who were oncehomeless. We need people who can work at our warehouse （仓库）sorting and packing items to be delivered to families, repair donated furniture and more. Candidates will be matched with a task based on skill set. Interested? Submit your application to www.lancasterdesign.org Or call 740-6119735 |
Lancaster Weekly Would you like the opportunity to earn extra cash close to home? If so we have a vacancy in our team which would suit you. Both adults and youngsters aged 13+ are required to deliver our newspaper. You may have to cover some distance. Bicycles are available if needed. Working hours: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturdays For more information Call 740-6538360 | Parkview Nursing Home Caregivers are wanted. We seek people who are patient and caring, and who have experience and interest in working with older adults. As part of the package, initial and follow-up training sessions are provided and accommodation is available if required. For more details, visit us at Unit 3 Park View Lane Or contact Ellen White at 740-6968399 |
| A．Delivering meals. |
| B．Delivering newspapers. |
| C．Working at the warehouse. |
| D．Working at the nursing home. |
| A．Applicants are expected to design furniture. |
| B．Work is arranged according to one's skill set. |
| C．It involves collecting furniture from homes. |
| D．It favors applicants who are homeless. |
| A．Family Alliance Meal Delivery |
| B．Lancaster Design |
| C．Lancaster Weekly |
| D．Parkview Nursing Home |
| A．740-6668988. |
| B．740-6119735. |
| C．740-6538360. |
| D．740-6968399. |
8 . Recreational activities on Crown land
Canadian residents
Camp for free up to 21 days on any one site in a calendar year. This ensures sites are available to others and helps reduce environmental impacts.
Non-residents, 18 years and up
You will need a non-resident camping permit to camp on Crown land north of the French and Mattawa rivers, unless otherwise prohibited.
Camp up to 21 days on any one site in a calendar year.
Check if camping is allowed on the Crown land where you are planning to camp.
You do not need a permit if you:
● rent a camping unit from a person who conducts business in Ontario.
● own property in Ontario.
● carry out duties as part of employment in Canada.
● are a charitable or non-profit group that is authorized by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry(MNRF)to camp.
Buy a camping permit
Non-residents who need a permit can buy one online or through participating ServiceOntario centres and authorized licence issuers in Northern Ontario.
Cost=$9.35+ tax $10.57 (child under 12 without tax) per person, each night.
Fish while camping on Crown land
You need a valid fishing licence before you can fish.
Campfires
Before starting a campfire, check local fire warnings and restrictions in the area. In some cases, camp fires may be prohibited altogether due to seasonal conditions.
1. What are the visitors allowed to do on Crown land?| A．They all need a camping permit. | B．They can start a campfire as they wish. |
| C．They can fish with a valid license. | D．They can camp for free up to 21 days. |
| A．a person possessing a camping unit. | B．a person owning property in Ontario. |
| C．a person employed in Canada. | D．a person volunteering in the MNRF. |
| A．$29.27 | B．$39.84 | C．$38.62 | D．$49.19 |
9 . If you want to find a book for your sons or daughters, here are some books that you can choose from.
Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation
by Stuart Gibbs
The CIA is on a task to find an equation (方程式), which could destroy the world if the bad people get it. For help, they turn to Charlie, a 12-year-old girl who is as smart as Albert Einstein. Children who like exciting mysteries will enjoy reading this book.
AstroNuts
by Jon Scieszka and Steven Weinberg
In AstroNuts, the Earth has been destroyed by humans for thousands of years. Four animals set out from Mount Rushmoret the main office of NASA. Their task is to find a new planet fit for human life. Finally, they discover one: Plant Planet. The story s topic is simple: Don’t harm the planet. Readers who love science fiction (科幻小说) enjoy AstroNuts.
Stargazing
by Jen Wang
Christine hears that Moon, who is new in town, is the kind of kid who beats people up for fun. But Moon and her mum come to live with Christine’s family, and the two kids become best friends. Moon even shares a big secret with Christine. Stargazing is based on Jen Wang’s experiences as a child. The story is about the power of friendship.
Roll with It
by Jamie Sumner
Roll with It is a story about a 12-year-old girl named Ellie. She has difficulty walking on her own and uses a wheelchair. When Ellie and her mum move to another state to take care of Ellie’s grandpa, she must learn to deal with a new school and new friendships. This book is a must-read for everyone. It's a heartwarming story that really shows the value of family.
1. Whose book tells exciting mysteries?| A．Stuart Gibbs. | B．Jon Scieszka. | C．Jen Wang. | D．Jamie Sumner. |
| A．Stargazing. | B．AstroNuts. |
| C．Roll with It. | D．Charlie Thome and the Last Equation. |
| A．It mainly discusses animals’ stories. |
| B．It includes much scientific knowledge. |
| C．It is mainly about how to make friends. |
| D．It is connected with the author’s own experiences. |
| A．She has to solve problems faced in a new place. |
| B．She has trouble communicating with others. |
| C．She is carefully looked after by her grandpa. |
| D．She doesn’t want to go to another slate. |
| A．Salesgirls. | B．Teachers. | C．Parents. | D．Waiters. |
10 . English teachers needed immediately for schools in China
About Us
Shenzhen Cambridge Culture International Education is an education solution provider that was founded in 2014 and its main office is in Shenzhen and is contracted by education departments across China to hire and manage foreign teachers for schools.
We are not an agency. We hire and manage you from the start (getting on the plane) to finish (returning home )! We offer visa support, teacher training, lesson planning guidance and the chance to meet other participants before you go to China. And our programmes are designed to ensure you arrive in China feeling confident, prepared and supported, so that you can make the most of this incredible opportunity.
Benefits
＊ TEFL Certificate course assistance
＊ Work visa(Z visa) sponsored
＊ Flight allowance
＊ Pre-arrival training and orientation
＊ Airport pickup, bank, phone card, and apartment rental assistance
＊ Accident insurance
＊ Three nights’ free hotel on arrival
＊ Salary range: 11,000RMB ( 1,608USD) - 18,000RMB (2,631USD) per month ( 150% - 200% above local average)
＊ Performance bonus
＊ Teaching hours being less than 13 hours per week
＊ Chinese public holidays & Summer vacation
＊ Ongoing teacher mentoring and assessment ( classroom observations, seminar and monthly training sessions)
＊Chinese Lesson (2 hours/week)
＊Part-time opportunities (We use our large and knowledgeable alumni community to help our teachers connect and find new opportunities so you can develop your skills and career path outside the classroom ! )
Position
● Student Ages: kindergarten (3 -6 years old); Primary (6 -12 years old); Middle School (13 -19 years old)
● Classroom fully equipped with computer, projector, board, and microphone
● Curriculum and teaching materials provided
● Local teacher assistant
Requirements
● 10 - 12 months’ contract
● Bachelor’s Degree(学士学位) or above in any field
● 120-hour TEFL certificate required
● Native-English speaking level
● Hold a passport from the U. S. A. , Canada, Australia, U. K. , South Africa, New Zealand, or Ireland
● Age from 20 years old to 55 years old (visa requirement)
Living and working in China will be a wonderful opportunity. Come and join us!
Company Website: http ://www. cambridgeculture. com
1. What can we know about Shenzhen Cambridge Culture International Education?| A．It has a history of more than a decade. |
| B．It has the Chinese government as a sponsor. |
| C．Its main task is to train foreign teachers for Chinese schools. |
| D．It provides a service package for foreign teachers to work in China. |
| A．One week’ s free hotel. | B．Medical insurance. |
| C．Higher salary than local average. | D．Legal aid during public holidays. |
| A．A Canadian who hasn’ t got the TEFL certificate. |
| B．An experienced English teacher who is 65 years old. |
| C．A professor who can only work in China for half a year. |
| D．A native English speaker who has a Doctor’ s Degree in education. |
