1 . Wildlife Volunteer Programs for Teens

Age: 14-17
Duration: 2 weeks
Wildlife Orphanage Program, Zimbabwe

At one of the most successful wildlife care centers in Zimbabwe, volunteers work with wildlife ranging from monkeys to lions. These animals have been abandoned, injured, or rescued from illegal wildlife traders. Tasks include preparing food, cleaning out yards, and contributing enrichment ideas. Leisure time can be spent visiting Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park.

Age: 13-15
Duration: 4 weeks
Sea Turtle (海龟) Conservation Program, Greece

With this program, teens can help the endangered sea turtle while working alongside experts. Volunteers can expect long walks along the beach watching over sea turtles nesting areas or building fences to protect them from natural enemies. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to explore ancient ruins and sample delicious Greek cuisine.

Age: 17-19
Duration: 3 weeks
Yucatan Peninsula Program, Mexico

With this program, volunteers will learn about the issues facing the marine (海洋的) ecosystem, including pollution, overfishing, and climate change. Teens will gain valuable skills on how to conduct deep sea research and identify fish species. During free time, participants can explore Mayan ruins set in tropical (热带的) jungles.

Age: 16-18
Duration: 2 weeks
Preserving Nature’s Wonders Program, Galapagos

Volunteers joining this program help restore the natural habitat of native wildlife, which is in danger of losing its habitat. This program gives teens an experience of a lifetime where they can swim with sea lions and spot rare wildlife in one of the last untouched places on earth.

1. Where should teens go if they want to look after wounded animals?

A．Zimbabwe.

B．Greece.

C．Mexico.

D．Galapagos.

2. What can volunteers in the Sea Turtle Conservation Program do during their free time?

A．Visit a national park.	B．Enjoy tasty local food.
C．Set foot in an untouched place.	D．Explore ancient ruins in tropical jungles.

3. Which program is suitable for 19-year-olds with a 4-week holiday?

A．The Wildlife Orphanage Program.	B．The Sea Turtle Conservation Program.
C．The Yucatan Peninsula Program.	D．The Preserving Nature’s Wonders Program.

2 .
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

1. There are          kinds of sandwiches in the restaurant.

A．three

B．four

C．five

2. Of all the drinks in the restaurant,          is the cheapest.

A．coffee

B．yogurt

C．orange juice

3. Tim has only two dollars, and he can have          in the restaurant.

A．yogurt or orange juice

B．coke

C．pizza

4. Tom wants to have the rice with chicken and a glass of orange juice, he should pay for         .

A．$ 1.70

B．$ 4.80

C．$ 6.50

5. We might get the information above from          of a restaurant.

A．an ad

B．a report

C．a science book

3 . Marvelous Scenic Walks Near London

There are plenty of walking routes in London. If you fancy something a bit more rural, then the green and pleasant land has plenty to offer.

Goring Gap and the Thames Path

If you’re in the mood for a gentle rural walk, the Thames Path is far from boring. The 5-mile footpath follows the curve of the river, winding past wildflower meadows (草地).

Post-walk pub: Pangbourne’s seventeenth-century pub The Swan serves high-end dishes. Bag a table on the riverside or keep toasty by one of its open fires.

Box Hill

To admire this spots rural views, first you’ve got to jump across 17 stepping stones and climb 272 steps to the top of Box Hill, where the path begins. The total distance is 6.8 miles.

Post-walk pub: The cavernous Tree on Box Hill has an attractive menu and huge beer garden, or sample a glass of Juniper Hill at Denbies Winerie.

A South Downs Ridge (山脊)

If you’ve already done the classic Seven Sisters clifftop walk or can’t face all those hills, this is a long but lovely alternative. The route covering 14.3 miles snakes along a ridge and a river valley.

Post-walk pub: There are always 10 real beers at the old-school pub The Wellington.

Chess Valley in the Chilterns

Chess Valley in the Chiltern Hills isn’t home to any chess masters, but it used to produce a kind of water plant. This walk of 4.9 miles follows the river, winding through rolling meadows and woods.

Post-walk pub: The George & Dragon is a simple old coaching pub on the High Street with a log fire, real beers and giant burgers.

1. Which of the following walks covers the shortest distance?

A．Box Hill.

B．A South Downs Ridge.

C．Chess Valley in the Chilterns.

D．Goring Gap and the Thames Path.

2. What do the listed scenic walks in the text have in common?

A．The pubs are pretty and old-fashioned.

B．Visitors can relax at special pubs after walks.

C．There are rivers winding through the meadows.

D．The food served there is expensive and of high quality.

3. Where is this text probably taken from?

A．A geography book.	B．A travel brochure.
C．A fashion website.	D．A science magazine.

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.

2. What does the underlined word “drastically” in Paragraph 2 mean?

A．Necessarily.

B．Gradually.

C．Greatly.

D．Hopefully.

3. If you want to visit the largest area for elephants, you should go to_______

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.

2. What do we know about Kids Discover Online?

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.

3. Who is the Sports Illustrated Kids intended for?

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.

7 . Do you like reading British novels? If your answer is “yes”, you can click www. fltrp.com and find some information about them from the following book list.

Red Roses By Christine Lindop 40 pages Price: $7	Dead Man’s Island By John Escott 57 pages Price: $10	The Jungle Book By Rudyard Kipling 67 pages Price: $15
Dracula By Bram Stoker 75 pages Price: $9	The Mystery of Allegra By Peter Foreman 70 pages Price: $12	The Children of the New Forest By Frederick Marryat 89 pages Half price: $8 now

1. Who writes The Jungle Book?

A．Christine Lindop.	B．Peter Foreman.
C．Frederick Marryat.	D．Rudyard Kipling.

2. Which book has 75 pages?

A．Red Roses.	B．Dracula.
C．Dead Man’s Island.	D．The Children of the New Forest.

3. How much was The Children of the New Forest before?

A．$8.

B．$4.

C．$16.

D．$12.

4. Which book is the cheapest in the box?

A．The Mystery of Allegra.	B．Dracula.
C．Red Roses.	D．Dead Man’s Island.

5. Where can you find more information about British novels according to the passage?

A．On the Internet.	B．On TV.
C．In magazine.	D．In a newspaper.

9 . 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

2. Which is true about Last Days of the Raj?

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.

3. Which restaurant serves only desserts and sweets?

A．Fast Best.	B．Your Local Caff.
C．Last Days of the Raj.	D．The Chocolate Box.