1 . Blowing Up Balloons with CO₂
Chemical reactions (化学反应) make for some great experiments. You can make use of the CO₂(carbon dioxide) given off by a baking soda (小苏打) and lemon juice reaction to blow up your balloon!
What you’ll need:
●Balloon ●About 40ml of water ●Soft drink bottle
●Juice from a lemon ●I teaspoon of baking soda
Instructions:
●Before you begin, make sure that you pull the balloon long to make it as easy as possible to blow up.
●Put the 40ml of water into the soft drink bottle.
●Add the baking soda and mix it with water.
●Put the lemon juice in and quickly put the balloon over the mouth of the bottle.
What’s happening?
If all goes well, then your balloon should inflate! Adding the lemon juice to the baking soda creates a chemical reaction and produces CO₂. The gas rises up and escapes (逸出) through the soft drink bottle. It doesn’t, however, escape the balloon, pushing it outwards and blowing it up.
1. Which of the following do you need for the experiment?| A．Two cups. | B．Apple juice. |
| C．250 ml water. | D．A teaspoon of baking soda. |
| A．Heat the water. | B．Drink some juice. |
| C．Blow up the balloon. | D．Pull the balloon long. |
| A．To describe an experiment. | B．To introduce a game. |
| C．To produce soft drinks. | D．To save some chemicals. |
2 . K9KIDS DOGGY DAY CARE
About us
K9Kids offers an exciting and fun-filled day for your four-legged friend. With over 1,300 square metres of play area, your dog will be kept entertained (快乐) by our friendly, experienced and professional workers. There are sectioned-off (隔开的) play areas to meet the preferences of your dog. Trained workers are there to entertain and ensure the safety of your pet.
Take the stress out of leaving your dog home alone and treat your loved one to a day where they are entertained, exercised and loved.
Prices
1-DAY VISIT: $45
5-DAY VISIT: $200
10-DAY VISIT: $380
HALF-DAY VISIT: $35
Trading hours
6:30 am to 6:30 pm
Additional services
Birthday Parties
K9Kids can be booked for doggie birthday parties on Saturdays and Sundays for a 2-hour period. The fee (费) is $300, which includes the use of a large play area and the assistance(帮助)of a worker. Invite your four-legged friends and their parents for a birthday party to be remembered!
K9Cab
Our cab (出租车) service is an additionl service for busy people. The K9Cab will pick up and drop off your family member directly to your door. The fee for this is $10 one way and $18 return. If you would like to use our cab service, please call us.
1. What does K9Kids offer?| A．Free cab service. | B．Separate play areas. |
| C．Overnight stay care. | D．Online dog training programs. |
| A．$200. | B．$245. | C．$290. | D．$380. |
| A．It costs at least $200. | B．It is for dogs and kids. |
| C．It lasts for three hours. | D．It is held at weekends. |
3 .
Huaihua Foreign Language School Li Nan, Teacher of English Yingfeng Street, Huaihua, China Tel: 0745-2709348 Email: Linan@22cn. com | Daqing Children’s Hospital Liu Hong, Doctor 12 Xingling Road, Changchun, Jilin 130027 Tel: 0431-5645972 13704358529(mobile) Fax: 0431-5768904 Email: cclh@163. com |
Tiantai Taxi Company Yang Jun, Driver 235 St. Tongzhi, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310007 Tel: 0571-7038385 Fax: 0571-7065834 Email: hzyi@163. com | Red Star Farm Zhang Hui, Farmer Shangping Village, Zhejiang, 419100 Tel: 0745-6826194 13973098479(mobile) Email: hhmx@163. com |
| A．Yang Jun | B．Zhang Hui | C．Liu Hong | D．Li Nan |
| A．13973098479 | B．0745-2709348 | C．0571-7038385 | D．13704358529 |
| A．Linan@22cn. com | B．cclh@163. com | C．hzyi@163. com | D．hhmx@163. com |
4 . The Student Essay Competition of Yorkshire
We are thrilled to announce the beginning of our annual student essay competition. This competition provides a fantastic opportunity for all of you to showcase your writing skills, express your creativity and win exciting prizes.
The theme for this year’s competition is “The Power of Education” We want to hear your thoughts on how education has the power to make a difference to the world, transform lives, and create a better future for all. All high school students from Yorkshire can participate in the competition.
Essay Guidelines:*The essay should be written in English.
*The word count should be between 500 and 1,000.
*The essay should be different from anything that has existed before and not be previously published.
*Proper citation and referencing are required for any external sources used.
*Plagiarism(抄袭)will result in disqualification.
Submission Details:Please submit your essays via email to YKSEC@yahoo.com by 8th next month. The subject line of the email should read: “Student Essay Competition + your name”.
Prizes:We have exciting prizes lined up for the winners of this competition. The top ten winners will receive a trip to London. Additionally, the winning essays will be featured on our website and social media platforms, giving you a chance to showcase your work to a wider audience.
1. What is the text?| A．A guidebook. | B．A report. |
| C．An application. | D．An announcement. |
| A．A foreign exchange student. | B．A 17-year-old local student. |
| C．A high school student from London. | D．A primary school student in Yorkshire. |
| A．The essay must be original. | B．The essay should be sent by letters. |
| C．More than 1,000 words can be accepted. | D．Any language is suitable for the judges. |
5 . Do you like traveling? If you are interested, come to our travel service (旅行社) as soon as possible. We offer (提供) the following travel lines for you to choose.
2-Day Huai’an Culture Group Tour
How about going to Huai’an for the weekend? You can visit Zhou Enlai Memorial and taste delicious Huaiyang food such as lobsters (龙虾) and crabs (螃蟹).
Tour Price: ¥300
Call us at 800-817-7223.
5-Day Colorful Taiwan Group Tour
If you like to take a round-island trip, Taiwan is the best place for you! You can climb Ali Mountain, go boating in Sun Moon Lake and experience the various culture of the island.
Tour Price: ¥8,500
Call us at 800-850-8288.
8-Day London Private Tour
Come to London to enjoy the view of the Thames (泰晤士河) and visit such places of interest as Tower Bridge and Big Ben.
Tour Price: 1 person: ¥16,800 2-5 persons: ¥15,800/person 6-9 persons: ¥13,800/person
Call us at 800-830-7288.
1. How long will the Huai’an Culture Group Tour last?| A．Two days. | B．Four days. | C．Five days. | D．Eight days. |
| A．800-817-7223 | B．800-810-6288 | C．800-830-7288 | D．800-850-8288 |
| A．taste Huaiyang food | B．climb Ali Mountain |
| C．enjoy the view of the Thames | D．breathe the fresh air |
| A．driving school | B．travel service | C．sports center | D．bus station |
6 . L. Bean Quad backpack
If you need a backpack that can carry large and small objects and is comfortable to wear, this is the backpack for you. The reasonable price and customers’ 100% satisfaction makes this a great buy any way you look at it. While it’s not the most beautiful backpack on the planet, it does look nice at first sight.
Kanken 15” backpack
This Kanken bag is a great choice for school kids of grade one to six or adults with narrow shoulders. Weighing under 450g, it’s easy and comfortable to carry this bag around. The simple design with a lot of eye-catching colors may have you fall in love with it at once.
Timbuk2 Command backpack
If you want to safely carry your laptop and look stylish, the Timbuk2 Command backpack is the one for you. The soft back is made for a comfortable wearing experience. The clean coloring and lines of the bag may make you more “grown-up”.
Amazon Basics backpack
With a lowest price among all these backpacks, the Amazon Basics backpack is a great choice for college students on a tight budget. There are tons of storage choices in this backpack, so it’s easy to forget exactly where you placed a certain object. It is a basic black backpack with a few designs and is never going to appear on a fashion T stage.
1. What makes L. Bean Quad backpack attractive?| A．The color and the design. |
| B．The style and the quality. |
| C．The cost and the public praise. |
| D．The lightweight and the simplicity. |
| A．Kanken 15” backpack. |
| B．L. Bean Quad backpack. |
| C．Amazon Basics backpack. |
| D．Timbuk2 Command backpack. |
| A．Fashion. | B．Price. | C．Comfort. | D．Storage. |
7 . Canyoning
The sports of canyoning (蹦谷) explore the high-energy environment where water meets rock on the coast. Protected by wetsuits and helmets, people jump from cliffs and waterfalls and discover caves that would not normally be arrived at.
It was first done in the U.K. by TYF Adventure (01437 721611, www.tyf.com) and several thousand people jump from the cliffs near St David’s each year. A half day canyoning trip costs ￡50 (￡30 for children under 16).
Diving
Diving is not popular with British people. The difficulties of wild waters are greater because the water is colder and not clear enough, but the coasts of Cornwall, Wales and Scotland have some of the best diving in the world.
The British Sub Aqua Club (0870 112 9133, www.bsac.com) and the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (01580 819688, www.padi.com) run courses teaching the important skills.
Surfing
The best surfing places in the UK are on the southwest coast where it is warmer, especially in Cornwall. The best time of year to surf in the UK is late summer and autumn.
The British Surfing Association (01479 861256, www.britsurf.co.uk) has a list of famous surf schools around the country.
Rock climbing
The most popular natural rocks in Britain include the Peak District, the Lake District, while large areas of Scotland are a climber’s ideal place. Climbing courses and climbing walls can be found on the website of the British Mountaineering Council (0870 010 4878, www.thebmc.co.uk).
1. If a couple with their child of 15 join in Canyoning for a day, they will pay ________.| A．￡130 | B．￡160 | C．￡260 | D．￡320 |
| A．Canyoning. | B．Diving. | C．Surfing. | D．Rock climbing. |
| A．Visitors who want to pay a visit to Britain |
| B．Visitors in Britain who are keen on extreme sports |
| C．Chinese students who are interested in British culture |
| D．Travelers who are enthusiastic about camping in China |
8 . Young Music Scene Concert
Young musicians from all over Germany perform at Young Scene Concert at Berlin’s famous Quasimodo music hall. The concert is part of the Berlin Festival.
Time: 15—20 Nov.
Place: 45, 18756 Berlin, Germany
Cost: Various
Phone: +34 (0) 45 839 5986
Email: info@quasimodo.de
Documentary Film Month
Cinemas, schools and libraries across France and the French-speaking world take part in November’s Documentary Film Month. About 120, 000 visitors take part each year.
Time: 1—20 Mar.
Place: 25 Road Pyramids, 75001 Paris
Cost: Various
Phone: +12 (0)1 43 38 1973
Email: info@paris-touristoffice.com
Craft (工艺) Show
You can come to the show twice a year, in spring and at Christmas. There are hundreds of artisans (手艺人) from across Canada selling jewellery, pottery, glass, ironwork and clothing.
Time: 26 Nov.—7 Dec.
Mon.—Fri. 11 am—10 pm
Sat. 10 am—8 pm
Sun. 9 am—6 pm
Place: Direct Energy Centre
Cost: $10
Phone: +7 658 198 3245
Email: askus@oneofakindshow.com
Toronto Garden and Flower Show
The Canada Blooms Show every year at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre is the country’s largest indoor garden show.
Time: Mon. 9 am—6 pm
Sun. 11 am—5 pm
Place: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Cost: $18; under 12 free
Phone: +1 235 4478768
Email: info@mtccc.com
1. People can enjoy music at Young Scene Concert from________.| A．1—20 Mar. | B．26 Nov.—7 Dec. | C．15—20 Nov. | D．Mar.—20 Nov. |
| A．info@mtccc.com | B．info@paris-touristoffice.com |
| C．askus@oneofakindshow.com | D．info@quasimodo.de |
| A．some books about film | B．different kinds of flowers |
| C．classic music CDs | D．glass, ironwork and clothing |
9 . Part-time Cleaning Help
Are you looking for a vacation job? Can you clean the house and cook? Then, I need you. The work is boring, but the pay is good. I need you from 2:00--5:00p.m., Monday to Saturday. Please come to the cleaning center or call Mrs. Johnson at 544-9968.
A Fitness Camp for Overweight Kids
Are you too fat? Can you run as fast as your classmates? Have you failed your P.E. examination?
Our fitness camp can help you lose weight and get fit again. Come and join us! Please call Nathan at 475-2300.
Next Wave Music Store
After 10 years of teaching the piano, David Smith has made his first CD! Come and meet him this weekend. Special presents for the first 50 people.
Time: Sat. 7:00p.m. Call Marsha at 873-2059.
1. ________ needs a cleaner.| A．Mrs. Johnson | B．Marsha and Nathan |
| C．Nathan | D．Marsha |
| A．clean the house | B．make a CD |
| C．lose weight | D．meet David Smith |
| A．the cleaning center | B．Next Fashion Store |
| C．the fitness camp | D．Next Wave Music Store |
10 . The Adler Planetarium Chicago is home to more than 35,000 square feet of exhibits. From huge models of the Solar System, to ancient astronomical (天文的) instruments, to interactive adventures, Adler's exhibit galleries provide a passageway for you to explore the universe. The Adler also offers mini science exploration activities that are quick l0-minute lessons. Visitors can learn some interesting astronomical facts at this small activity carts.
The Adler Planetarium Chicago is the only museum in the world with two full-size planetarium (天文馆) theaters. Since 1930, the wonder of the stars has been visible in the historic Sky Theater. Powered by brand new Digistar 3TM technology, the StarRider Theater is a completely digital, virtual (虚拟的) outer space environment. The famous Zeiss Planetarium projector is able to accurately reproduce the movement of every aspect of the night sky.
Do's and Don'ts:
Do Take the Bus/Train: Leave the car at home for this museum trip. The Adler is located within close proximity to public transit.
Don't Miss the Doane Observatory: When weather permits, the Doane is open at the Adler for observing with its 20-inch diameter telescope:
Don't Miss Museum Special Events: The Adler offers a summer camp for kids from mid. June to August.
Ticket Price:
Adult: $ 28; child: $ 22. Book online now to Save 37%.
Regular Schedule:
Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Summer Hours: 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.
Nearest Transit: Roosevelt Metro Station
Address: 1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
1. What's the main function of the Adler Planetarium Chicago?| A．Displaying the models of the Solar System. |
| B．Selling ancient astronomical instruments. . |
| C．Offering a passageway to explore the universe. |
| D．Giving l0-minute lessons to visitors. |
| A．drive your private car | B．consider weather conditions |
| C．buy a telescope in advance | D．join the Adler's summer camp |
| A．$ 37. | B．$ 63. |
| C．$ 72. | D．$ 100. |
