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2 . Interactive Virtual Science Lab
What if you are home-schooled and your family can’t afford to build a lab at your home? These are realistic, interactive, virtual lab experiments that 9th-12th grade home-schooled students love and can perform from the convenience of home.
Subjects Options Offered:
1. Biology 2. Chemistry 3. Physics
How Does It Work?
A student is registered for one-week lab experiments that include:
●Daily 20-30 minute online class(each weekday for one week)with Greg Landry for instruction. This includes instruction on creating high quality lab reports and background instruction for each of the ten lab experiments we`ll conduct. Students can attend the live class or use the recording.
●Students will have a daily task(conduct two experiments in our interactive virtual lab and create two lab reports)to turn in.
●There are no supplies with our online lab experiments! Everything is done online in our interactive lab! With their mouse and keyboard, students follow a step-by-step “method”(also called “procedure”)to perform all the steps in the experiment.
●Students record all data from the experiment in their lab notebook and create a lab report which will be graded by Greg Landry and instructed for improvement.
About the instructor
Greg Landry is a 20-year experienced home-school dad and former college professor. He has taught several thousand home-schooled students for over 20 years.
Tuition
$390 for each student.
Questions? Click Here to Contact Greg Landry.
1. For whom is this text written?| A．Adults crazy about science. | B．Lab teachers giving lessons online. |
| C．Teachers for home-schooled students. | D．Science-loving students learning at home. |
| A．Finish one lab report each day. | B．Operate all experiments on computer. |
| C．Prepare equipment before class begins. | D．Finish tasks with data given by Greg Landry. |
| A．Advertisement. | B．Computer. |
| C．Literature. | D．Technology. |
3 . Strange Museums You Never Know
Some museums hold stranger collections than others. Here's our list of the extremely unusual ones.
The Museum of Bad Art
They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and to the curators at the Museum of Bad Art, none of these pieces are beautiful. They're either bad pieces made by otherwise talented artists, or bad pieces made by untalented artists. The collection includes portraits, landscapes, and still life pieces.
International Banana Museum
You can find practically every object shaped like a banana at this museum in Mecca, California. Some examples ： staplers, statues, record players, and salt and pepper shakers. Even better, you can also eat practically any banana-flavored treat here, like banana ice cream, banana soda, and, of course, banana splits.
Busy Beaver Button Museum
Learn about the history of buttons. Appreciate a collection of political, humorous, and just plain entertaining buttons. You can even make your own button at this hidden Chicago museum. And you can get a reward if you complete some 18th century puzzles.
National Museum of Roller Skating
This museum in Lincoln. Nebraska, has the largest collection of historical roller skates, in the world. Some skates are almost 200 years old! There are also skating costumes, thousands of photos of skaters and programs from national and international roller skating competitions.
International UFO Museum and Research Center
Do aliens （外星人）exist? If so, what is their preferred mode of transportation? The IUFOMRC in Roswell, New Mexico, is dedicated to answering these questions and researching UFO activity. It includes exhibits on crop circles, Area 51 and other alien-related events. It even keeps an official record of UFO sightings across the country.
1. What can we do in the Busy Beaver Button Museum?| A．Learn about the museum's history. |
| B．Admire buttons of all kinds. |
| C．Find the hidden buttons in the museum. |
| D．Reward those who complete puzzles. |
| A．The Museum of Bad Art. |
| B．International Banana Museum. |
| C．National Museum of Roller Skating. |
| D．International UFO Museum and Research Center. |
| A．Rich history. | B．Practical impact. |
| C．Unusual exhibition. | D．International influence. |
4 . Looking for work?Tutors Wanted:Math/Science/Humanities+Test Preparation
JOB OVERVIEW:
JOB POSTED:2 days ago
WAGE:$27-30 per hour
JOB TYPE:Part time
SCHEDULE:Afternoons,evenings,weekdays,weekends
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We're looking for tutors to join us before the next school year starts.
Our ideal candidate(候选人）will be able to assist middle and high school students with test preparation and academic work in math,science and/or the humanities(人文学科）。
We'll pay for your training before this fall and can also offer flexible summer tutoring opportunities(including the chance to teach group classes).
Once our fall semester starts on Aug 21,we'll have even higher demand for tutoring sessions on Sundays from 12 am to 8 pm as well as from 3 pm to 9 pm Monday-Thursday.
What we offer:
●Flexible scheduling.Tutors work from 15 to 30+ hours per week depending on availability and student demand.
●Free Sunday dinners during the academic year.
●Health insurance reimbursement(医疗保险报销）for staff working over 30 hours per week.
●We are five minutes' walking distance from the Menlo Park Caltrain station.
Applicants must:
●Be able to show mastery of the subjects they tutor.
●Be willing to tutor students through the full academic year.
Application instructions:
●Email us your resume.
●Let us know your scheduling preferences and potential start date.
●Tell us which of the subjects you are able to tutor-Mathematics,Sciences,Humanities, or Foreign Language.
1. Which period of time needs the most tutors during the academic year?| A．Weekday mornings. |
| B．Sunday afternoons and evenings. |
| C．Friday afternoons and evenings. |
| D．Saturday and Sunday mornings. |
| A．free job training every month |
| B．free lunches and dinners during the academic year |
| C．health insurance reimbursement |
| D．accommodation near Menlo Park Caltrain station |
| A．is good at one or more academic subjects |
| B．will work every evening throughout the academic year |
| C．has the opportunity to become a full-time tutor |
| D．must have previous tutoring experience |
5 . National Zoo Stays Open Later for Zoo Lights Exhibit
Winter is the perfect time to see Washington in a different light. The crowds have thinned, and those humid 95-degree days are long gone. And the National Zoo is a different experience because of 500,000 bulbs that illuminate（照亮）the annual Zoo Lights celebration.
Eco-friendly twinkly lights will decorate zoo walkways, trees and buildings. Sculptures featuring popular zoo residents, including elephants and giant pandas, light up in time to music.
If walking and watching isn’t enough excitement, head to Lion & Tiger Hill, home to a 150-foot-long snowless tubing run. Rides on the trackless train and the carousel（欢闹）also will be available.
Don’t forget to visit a few of the zoo’s real animals. The Kids’ Farm, Reptile Discovery Center, Small Mammal House, Think Tank (orangutans) and Great Cats exhibit will be open in the evening. There’s no guarantee, however, that the animals will be as lively as the humans in attendance.
When: November to January 1 (except December 24-25), 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: 3001 Connecticut Ave. NW. Washington, D.C.
How much: Admission is free; limited parking is $22. Charges for tubing, train rides and carousel rides.
For more information: A parent can visit nationalzoo si.edu/events/zoolights.
More Zoo lights celebrations: For those outside of the D.C. area, here are some links to other zoos with similar events (not all are free):
Columbus Zoo, Ohio: Through January 1.
Detroit Zoo, Michigan: Through December 31.
Denver Zoo, Colorado: December 2 - January 1.
Houston Zoo, Texas: Through January 15.
1. When can you enjoy the annual Zoo Lights celebration in Washington best?| A．On December 12th | B．On January 3rd. |
| C．On December 24th. | D．On October 1st. |
| A．At the Kids’ Farm. | B．At Reptile Discovery Center. |
| C．At Small Mammal House. | D．At Lion & Tiger Hill. |
| A．Columbus Zoo | B．Detroit Zoo |
| C．Denver Zoo | D．National Zoo |
| A．Students. | B．Tourists. |
| C．Parents. | D．Zoo keepers. |
6 . International Volunteering in New Zealand
If you’re visiting New Zealand and would like to volunteer, DOC (Department of Concentration) welcomes you to get involved.
Before you come to New Zealand
You do not need a work visa to volunteer with DOC. You ran volunteer on entry to New Zealand as long as you do not receive payment or benefits.
You may need a police certificate
Depending on the volunteer work you do with us, you may be required to provide a police certificate to DOC. Your police certificate would need to be written and certified in English. It’s easier for you if you get a police certificate before you leave your country.
How to get a new police certificate if you’re already in New Zealand. (Click here)
International students
Volunteering with DOS is an option to gain experience. However, DOC does not offer opportunities to students who study at:
●universities outside New Zealand, or other education providers outside New Zealand.
Insurance
For all volunteers with DOC, we strongly advise you gel comprehensive (综合的) travel insurance and unlimited medical cover. DOC does not accept responsibility for any:
● personal medical or accident events.
● loss or damage to personal items of equipment, or other associated costs while you're volunteering with DOC.
1. What may you offer to DOC if you want to volunteer as a foreigner in New Zealand?| A．A work visa. | B．A police certificate |
| C．A university diploma. | D．A driver license. |
| A．An American official who is travelling in New Zealand. |
| B．A Chinese businessman with some volunteering experiences. |
| C．A Chinese exchange student in the University of Auckland in New Zealand. |
| D．An English college student who has just been visiting his uncle in New Zealand for a few days. |
| A．A story book. | B．A newspaper. |
| C．A website. | D．A travel guide book. |
7 . The Kids’ Farm
While kids visit vegetable plots and animal contact areas, they will learn that most of the food we eat every day comes from farms, and that taking care of animals takes time, commitment and knowledge.
Kids can see our cows, donkeys, goats, alpacas, pigs, etc. and learn all about looking after farm animals. At the Caring Corral, they will have a chance to touch cows and donkeys, under staff members’ supervision.
Please Note:
● Any time you touch an animal, there is a risk of spreading germs (细菌). Visitors to the Kids’ Farm should wash their hands after touching the animals.
● The Caring Corral is open only when the staff are available; hours are limited.
● The Kids’ Farm uses pizza to teach kids how many kinds of food grow. Hands-on exhibits show how pizza ingredients go from the farm to the pizza. The Pizza Garden has slice-shaped plots of growing ingredients, including tomatoes, wheat and herbs.
● The 22-foot-wide Giant Pizza gives kids a place to play with oversized toppings and each other.
● During the busier season (beginning in June) , a free shuttle picks up visitors in need of a lift at the Kids’ Farm and drops them off at the Panda Plaza/the Bus Lot from 11 a. m. to 6 p.m.
1. What do visitors need to do before visiting the Caring Corral?| A．Wash their hands. | B．Make a reservation. |
| C．Check on its opening time. | D．Read the instructions on safety. |
| A．At the Panda Plaza. | B．At the Bus Lot. |
| C．At the Pizza Garden. | D．At the Giant Pizza. |
| A．To provide information about visiting the Kids’ Farm. |
| B．To show kids how pizza and farms are connected. |
| C．To encourage kids to protect plants and animals. |
| D．To seek sponsors for the Kids’ Farm. |
8 . The Ice and Snow Festival Highlights
It will fall upon January 1st, 2019 and last till the early March, 2019, Based on the theme of “Bright Pearl of the Crown of Ice and Snow”, a variety of activities about ice and snow, concerning tourism, culture, fashion and sport, will be open to all tourists.
| Type | Activity | Time | Place |
| Art | The 11th International College Students Snow Sculpture Competition—Inspiration Snow Dream | Jan. 4th～7th | Harbin Engineering University |
| Culture | The 35th Group Wedding Ceremony on the Ice | Feb. 5th | Zhaolin Park |
| The 30th Hundred-Flower Dance contest | Feb. 13th | People’s Stadium | |
| 2019 New Year Concert | Feb. 20th | City Concert Hall | |
| Tourism | The 31st Sun Island Snow Sculpture Art Exposition for senior people | Feb. 5th～10th | Sun Island Scenic Area |
| Sport | International Contract of Ice and Snow | Feb. 6th and 7th | Friendship Palace |
| International Winter Swimming Inviting Competition | Jan. 1st for trail operation and officially opening on Jan. 5th, till the early Mar. | Jiuzhan Park |
1. Where can you go to see college students’ snow sculpture works?
| A．Harbin Engineering University. | B．People’s Stadium. |
| C．Sun Island Scenic Area. | D．Friendship Palace. |
| A．Newly-married couples. | B．The old. |
| C．College students. | D．The young. |
| A．2019 New Year Concert. |
| B．The 30th Hundred-Flower Dance Contest. |
| C．The 05th Group Wedding Ceremony on the Ice. |
| D．International Winter Swimming Inviting Competition. |
Tuesday-Saturday
Located on the beach of the Sea Gardens Beach Resort, there are fun things to rent for the whole family. They offer rentals for kayaks, jetskis, and even parasails! Enjoy the water upclose or from a bird’s eye view! No matter what activity you’re enjoying, be sure to protect yourself and your family from the sun’s powerful rays and apply plenty of sun block!
15th Street Boat Company
Monday-Saturday
15th Street Boat Company offers rental boats of all kinds. They’re sure to have what you are looking for, whether it’s a small boat for a quick and simple outing or a luxurious boat with comfortable seats with a stereo((立体声)and high tech navigation(导航). You can rent a boat for half a day, a couple days, or even weeks at a time. If you want it, they’ve got it. It’s fun for everyone!
Coconut’s Watersports
9a.m.-5p.m. Monday through Sunday
Coconut’s Water sports is open 7days a week for your convenience and offers tons of water fun for the whole family. Jet ski activities last 30 minutes or 1hour and can make stops along the way. You must be at least 14years of age to ride alone and can be as young as 3 to ride along with an adult. Everybody is required to wear a life jacket and a license is required to operate the jet ski. Bathing suits and shorts are recommended.
Jet Ski Tours of Miami
Thursday- Sunday 10 a.m.-7p.m
Jet Ski Tours of Miami includes onsite parking, indoor restrooms, lockers, and life jackets for participants. You may choose a one or two hour tour and each jet ski can hold up to 3 people. You must be at least 18 years old in order to ride. As long as you are accompanied by an adult, there is no age limitation for any passenger. There is a restaurant nearby to eat at. The tour visits 6 different islands and passes by Bayside and Hard Rock. You may even catch a glimpse of dolphins playing or a manatee resting in these fabulous Florida waters.
1. What activity is convenient for the visitors to have lunch?| A．Jet Ski Tours of Miami | B．Coconut’s Watersports |
| C．15th Street Boat Company | D．American Watersports |
| A．will rent a boat to ride with him |
| B．prefer a high-living boat with comfortable seats with a stereo |
| C．would like to prefer American Watersports to Florida waters |
| D．can choose the tour to Bayside and Hard Rock |
| A．go to the Sea Gardens Beach Resort | B．visit 15th Street Boat Company |
| C．choose Jet Ski Tours of Miami | D．go to Coconut’s Watersports |
| A．you have to be at least 14 years old | B．you can choose to wear a life jacket or not |
| C．you must be over 18 years old | D．you have to be with parents |
