2 . Fun Back-to-School Supplies to Help Your Kids Through This Atypical(非典型的)School Year

This year, your hack-to-school shopping list may have a few changes. Here’s what you might want to do to help start the school year out right and safely.

Headphones

Make virtual classes easier to hear with a nice set of headphones. For older kids, Beats headphones are worth spending so much money. To buy:$159;amazon,com.

For younger kids, consider gaming-friendly headphones like the BlueFire gaming headset,which can take them through rounds of Fortnite or Animal Crossing with their friends after class, too. To buy:$26;amazon,com. For truly young children, you might also consider wireless headphones like the LilGadgets. Buy:$50;amazon,com.

Lunchboxes

When they do go back to school, it might be safer to use lunchboxes that are easy to clean daily. Planet Box has stainless steel kits so you can throw it into the dishwasher daily to keep clean. To buy: From $30; planetbox. com.

LLBean’s Yumbox Bento Boxes also easily clean up in the dishwasher. To buy:$28;llbean. com.

Lapdesks

If your kids don’t like sitting at a standard desk, a nice lapdesk can turn any comfortable spot into a workspace. PBTeen lets kids represent their favorite Hogwarts House from Harry Potter and stash (存放)all their essentials in the tray. To buy: $99; pbteen. com.

1. Who are suitable to use Beats headphones?

A．Older kids.	B．Younger kids.
C．Teachers.	D．Young parents.

2. What’s the advantage of Planet Box?

A．It is convenient to carry.	B．It is easy to clean.
C．It is made of iron.	D．It is much cheaper.

3. How much should you pay if you buy a lapdesk?

A．$30.	B．$28.
C．$50.	D．$99.

3 . Hiring Now

Copy Editor

Location:Beijing, China

Contract Length: Minimum 12-month commitment

CGTN Digital is seeking an experienced copy editor to join its growing team of devoted, passionate journalists in Beijing. The ideal candidate will have experience working accurately and carefully, in a fast-paced news environment. They will be positive, energetic and totally committed to the highest journalistic standards. They will also have the ability to read and edit scripts (讲稿）critically; make edits consistent with CGTN's one and accuracy; and spot spelling, punctuation, grammar, and syntax(句法）mistakes consistently.

●Edit existing news content
●Repurpose existing content for various online platforms
●Work together with other journalists
●Have an interest in international and Chinese news

Minimum Qualifications ●At least 3+ years of relevant experience in editing and fact-checking ●Native-level knowledge of the English language ●An eye for detail and ability to produce spotless copy ●Ability to multitask and work as a team player ●University degree

Apply by sending a CV and a detailed cover letter, including your current and expected salary, along with any relevant work samples by e-mail to: cgtndigital @cgtn.com.

1. What aspects does CGTN Digital focus on while choosing a copy editor?

A．Individualism and interest.

B．Nationality and ability.

C．Age and gender.

D．Experience and competence.

2. Which of the following basic requirements should job applicants meet?

A．Little experience in correcting mistakes.

B．Native-level fluency in the English language.

C．Ability to spot mistaken details in the copy.

D．Competence to perform a single task independently.

3. What should an applicant offer when applying for this job?

A．A brief cover letter.

B．A self-introduction video.

C．Work samples related to this job.

D．Current and expected bonus.

4 . Ireland: Beauty and a Long History of Separation

Ireland is home to ancient kings and chiefs, giants and fairies. For years it has existed as two Irelands, and Brexit could worsen that division. Discover the lively cities of Dublin and Belfast, and taste pints, drink a whiskey or eat fresh oysters(牡蛎).

Journey Highlights

Meet storytellers and experts for insight into the true story of Ireland's history.

Get the full taste of Ireland, experiencing seaweed, oysters and whiskey.

Swiss Family Adventure: An Active Journey Through the Alps.

The Swiss Alps are the perfect family playground, providing a fun and relaxing summer place for all ages. Towering peaks, rushing waterfalls and peaceful meadows bursting with wildflowers provide the calm backdrop for a variety of active programs. This eight-day program is suited to anyone with a sense of adventure, and especially for families with children ages 7 to 14.

Journey Highlights

Explore the heart-beating First Cliff Walk in Grindelwald.

Cruise Lake Thun to the town of Spiez. Explore the castle here, where children can become “Knights in Training".

Climate Change in New Orleans: A meeting and observation

The effect of climate change and extreme weather is all too noticeable in the disastrous changes that are happening along the Louisiana Gulf Coast. Spend four days in New Orleans exposed to the issues around global climate change and its effects on human health, and natural ecosystems.

Journey Highlights

Take a special tour of the levee system on the Mississippi River surrounding New Orleans to see its importance in protecting the area.

Learn how climate change affects New Orleans and the Gulf region from scientists.

Active Argentina and Patagonia

Argentina is the active adventurers’ dream destination. From cathedral-like peaks to icy glaciers, this active, multisport route invites you to explore the Lake District, hike in view of the Fitz Roy Massif, sail to glaciers and ride horses.

Journey Highlights

Go kayaking on Lago Gutierrez and hike to surprising lakes in Nahuel Huapi National Park.

Cruise by boating to the face of the Perito Moreno Glacier.

Visit a working ranch for a closer look at farmer life.

1. Which activity will make you feel thrilled?

A．Visiting a working ranch in Argentina.

B．Walking on the bank of the Mississippi River.

C．Listening to the true story

D．Exploring First Cliff Walk in Grindelwald

2. Who is suitable for the journey to New Orleans?

A．Historians.	B．Adventurers
C．Sailors	D．Environmentalists

3. Where should visitors go if they want to explore the Lake District?

A．In Swiss.	B．In Argentina.
C．In Ireland.	D．In New Orleans.

5 . Foods of the Future

We asked young scientists to write an advertisement that answers this question: How will food options, food availability, and individuals’ food choices change in the future? A selection of their suggested marketing campaigns is below. Read previous NextGen Voices survey results at http://science.sciencemag.org/collection/nextgen-voices. — Jennifer Sills

Personalized Meal Plans

Send us your DNA, and we will predict your food preferences! Receive your personalized food basket, with a day-by-day diet program. We will send you full meals and personalized smoothies (水果奶昔) based on your genetic taste tendency.

Ada Gabriela Blidner

Twitter:@adagbb

Fresh Fruit

If you miss sweet temperate fruits, welcome to our Moon Farm. Our fruit trees are planted in hybrid-soil and artificial air that reproduce Earth’s environment from 5000 years ago. Pick fruits with your family or ship to your doorstep with MoonEx. Freshness guaranteed.

Yongsheng Ji

Email: jiyongshengkey@hotmail.com

Meat

Our steaks are sourced from natural grasslands, where cattle now fill the ecological roles. With FoodFootprint feeding system, we enhance natural grazing (放牧) to improve animal growth effectively while minimizing methane production and water consumption. At only $219.00/kg (including carbon taxes and ecological taxes), our steaks are affordable for the whole family.

Falko Buschke

Email: falko. buschke@gmail. com

1. Which of the following needs you to provide the information of your genes?

A．Meat.	B．Fresh Fruit.
C．NextGen Voices.	D．Personalized Meal Plans.

2. Who should you contact if you want to have fun with your family?

A．Jennifer Sills.	B．Yongsheng Ji.
C．Falko Buschke.	D．Ada Gabriela Blidner.

3. Which of the following best describes the steaks in Meat?

A．Fresh.	B．Green.
C．Expensive.	D．Personalized.

6 . What won’t the man watch tonight?

A．The cooking program.	B．The football match.
C．The dancing program.

7 . Blue Note Jazz Festival 2018
Jul 1-Jul 30, 2018
Location ： Several locations tn New York

The Blue Note Jazz Festival in New York City is the city’s most popular jazz festival and focuses on bringing big-name artists to small crowds and up-and-coming acts to the public. The event takes over 15 places across the city and includes Questlove, Michael Bolton and Aretha Franklin.

Grant Park Music Festival 2018
Jun 14-Aug 19, 2018

Locations: Jay Pritzker Pavilion, South Shore Cultural Center, & Harris Theater for Music and Dance | 201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois

Listening to classical music is said to improve your intelligence. Whether that’s true or not, the Grant Park Music Festival will provide you with free, classical music, and you’d be smart to attend. The music at these concerts will leave you begging for more. It’s free to attend, so come and enjoy some great music with your family and friends.

Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays 2018
Jun 21-Jul 26, 2018
Location: Lake Park | Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Energy is way too contained (被压抑) in an indoor music place. Let that energy go where it wants through a series of outdoor concerts with Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays. Wednesday is no longer the most boring day of the week. This time, there’s something fun to do. A list of live music acts has made the middle of the week something to look forward to.

YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs (合唱队) 2018
Augl0-Aug 22, 2018
Locations: Washington National Cathedral | 3101 Wisconsin AVE NW Washington, DC

YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs in Washington gives students the rare opportunity to perform in the Washington National Cathedral, a famous historic place. The festival is a showcase of student choirs (唱诗班) from all over the local professional orchestra.

1. What can people enjoy at the Blue Note Jazz Festival?

A．Performances by famous singers.

B．Lively performances by public.

C．Performances by artists from 15 countries.

D．High quality performances with free admission.

2. Those who are interested in classical music would probably go to ________.

A．Blue Note Jazz Festival

B．Grant Park Music Festival

C．Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays

D．YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs

3. If you like choirs, which city should you go to?

A．New York.	B．Chicago.
C．Milwaukee.	D．Washington DC.

8 . If you have the opportunity to visit some places in New Zealand, then the list below is our recommendation.

Fiordland National Park

This park is part of the South Westland World Heritage Area and is New Zealand’s largest national park and one of the largest in the world. The scenery in Fiordland is nothing short of extremely beautiful, with steep mountains, wild waterfalls, and abundant rain forests. Being able to come back and forth in its deep bay attracts most of the visitors.

The area has some of the world’s greatest walks including the world famous Milford Track, which was described as the finest walk in the world in the early twentieth century.

Abel Tasman National Park

Abel Tasman may be New Zealand’s smallest national park, but the attractions are huge. Located in one of New Zealand’s sunniest spots, the area also has the best beaches in the country.

The popular Abel Tasman Walk is a great way to see this park. It takes 3-5 days to complete. Sea taxis are also available and can drop you off at any number of beaches within the park.

Rotorua

Accessible from New Zealand’s biggest city, Auckland, Rotorua is famous for its volcanic activities. Rotorua is also famous for its plentiful lakes which are great for swimming and fishing. The surrounding area contains plenty of native bushes and some famous walks.

Rotorua is also the best area in the country to experience and learn about Maori culture.

Mt Cook National Park

Mt Cook as well as the surrounding area is an alpine( 高山的) park within the World Heritage listed in South Westland. The biggest peaks in all of Australasia are here. The park doesn’t contain many trees or plants due to the altitude. Walks range from a two-hour walk to difficult tracks suitable for experienced mountaineers only.

A helicopter or plane ride gives visitors excellent views of the mountains with the option of landing at the top of Tasman Glacier, a true permanent snow-covered alpine environment.

1. The most impressive experience in Fiordland National Park may be                ．

A．rock climbs	B．forest camps
C．water jumps	D．boat trips

2. If you are interested in folk customs, you can go to visit       ．

A．Fiordland National Park	B．Rotorua
C．Mt Cook National Park	D．Abel Tasman National Park

3. If you go to visit Mt Cook National Park, you can                ．

A．view some amazing waterfalls	B．enjoy some tropical fruits
C．step on the top of Tasman Glacier	D．take walks in various bushes

9 . Zoos give people a chance to get close to animals from every continent in the world. But zoos that offer more than just a chance to see animals are worth visiting. Singapore Zoo

At Singapore Zoo, enjoy breakfast while a family of orangutans (猩猩) sits nearby enjoying theirs. A zookeeper tells the breakfast crowd about each member of the family. Or join the Wild Discoverer tour for a detailed look at some of the animals.
Bronx Zoo

The Bronx Zoo in New York City houses 6,000 animals. Those who want to sleep with zebras (斑马) have a chance at this zoo. Special overnight journeys allow families to camp out on the zoo grounds and meet some amazing animal guests.

Taronga Zoo

The Taronga Zoo in Sydney, Australia offers special animal contact. Visitors can see a koala up close, feed a giraffe or hold a reptile. For those who want to learn what it’s like to work at a zoo, Taronga offers a “Keeper for A Day” program for anyone over 18 years old.

San Diego Zoo

At Southern California’s San Diego Zoo, animals live in natural-looking areas. Wildlife photography (摄影) lovers can take a class to learn the secrets of photographing animals. The zoo offers people opportunities to meet a lion or feed a rhino. The zookeepers also teach people how to talk to the animals so they will talk back.

1. Where can you breakfast with orangutans?

A．At Bronx Zoo.	B．At Taronga Zoo.
C．At Singapore Zoo.	D．At San Diego Zoo.

2. The “Keeper for A Day” program is intended for .

A．animal protectors	B．wildlife researchers
C．adults working with keepers	D．adults interested in keepers’ life

3. At San Diego Zoo, you can .

A．sleep with lions or rhinos

B．join the Wild Discoverer tour

C．camp out overnight on the zoo grounds

D．have a better communication with animals