1 . Online jobs have opened the door for many people to earn a living (谋生) or make some extra money from the comfort of their homes. This includes teens as well. If you’re looking for such a job, here are some choices you can consider.
Customer Service
If you are 16 years old and over, you have a chance to work with Uhaul as a customer service person. You just need to have a good pair of head-phones and high-speed Internet in order to do this job. Basic pay starts at $7.50an hour.
Sell Items Online
Selling items online is one of the easiest ways to make quick cash. Teens can turn it into a good business by selling things on Bonanza. You need to start sorting through (分类) items at your home that are no longer being used and list them for sale.
Take Surveys
Another easy task teens can do to earn money is to take surveys online. You don’t need any work experience to do this and can be as young as 13 years old to get started. Survey sites like VIP Voices, Swagbucks, Harris Poll, E-Poll, and Paid Viewpoint allow teens to start taking surveys for cash and gift cards. And your opinions should be expressed clearly in English.
Etsy
Do you love to make new things? You can open up an Etsy shop to share your works. Etsy is great for DIYers who can create new products. If you are under 18, you just need a parent who is willing to help manage your shop.
1. What does Bonanza allow teens to do?| A．Learn about computer science. | B．Make money out of their old items. |
| C．Test new products for customers. | D．Receive training in customer service. |
| A．Having a good knowledge of English. | B．Having a good pair of headphones. |
| C．Having some related work experience. | D．Having a wide range of interests. |
| A．They enjoy buying things online. | B．They are interested in history. |
| C．They have a creative mind. | D．They are good at collecting used things. |
2 . A conference programme
9:00-9:30
Conference opening Dr Jon Martinez
9: 30-10: 45
Management styles Helena Clark
Consider the different management styles and how you can adapt yours to suit your team.
Conflict management Tracy Edwards
Conflict can create problems in your team, but managing conflicts well can bring about development. Learn how to manage conflicts in this workshop.
Giving feedback Amelia Novak
Explore the different ways to give feedback to maximize development.
10: 45-11: 15 Coffee break
11: 15-12: 30
Using storytelling in leadership communication Antoine Martin
Sometimes, the best way to communicate with your team is by telling stories. Find out how to do this in this workshop.
Develop creative thinking in your team Mariana Silva
How can you get your team to think creatively? Explore the different ideas that can help your team see things in a new way.
Leading in uncertain times Omar Abboud
Uncertainty can affect the success of your team. Learn to bring confidence to-your team in a time of uncertainty.
12: 30-2: 00 Lunch
2: 00-3: 15
Managing international projects Alisa Petrov
Consider how to ensure successful intercultural communication in your international teams.
Leading small business Cheng Wei
How is leading small businesses different and how can leaders of small businesses bring success to their team?
Managing change Akira Yoshida
Help your employees deal with change and see the positives change can bring.
3: 15-4: 15 Group discussions
4: 15-5: 00 Conference closing Dr Grace Moloney
1. Who may help you solve disagreements among your teammates?
| A．Helena Clark. | B．Tracy Edwards. |
| C．Amelia Novak. | D．Antoine Martin. |
| A．dealing with the problems with change. | B．How to communicate with your team. |
| C．Building a team with innovative minds. | D．How to lead a small business. |
| A．3 hours | B．3.5 hours | C．4 hours | D．4.5 hours |
3 . Rome can be pricey for travelers, which is why many choose to stay in a hostel (旅社). The hostels in Rome offer a bed in a dorm room for around $25 a night, and for that, you’ll often get to stay in a central location (位置) with security and comfort.
Yellow HostelIf I had to make just one recommendation for where to stay in Rome, it would be Yellow Hostel. It’s one of the best-rated hostels in the city, and for good reason. It’s affordable, and it’s got a fun atmosphere without being too noisy. As an added bonus, it’s close to the main train station.
Hostel Alessandro PalaceIf you love social hostels, this is the best hostel for you in Rome. Hostel Alessandro Palace is fun. Staff members hold plenty of bar events for guests like free shots, bar crawls and karaoke. There’s also an area on the rooftop for hanging out with other travelers during the summer.
Youth Station HostelIf you’re looking for cleanliness and a modern hostel, look no further than Youth Station. It offers beautiful furnishings and beds. There are plenty of other benefits, too; it doesn’t charge city tax; it has both air conditioning and a heater for the rooms; it also has free Wi-Fi in every room.
Hotel and Hostel Des ArtistesHotel and Hostel Des Artistes is located just a 10-minute walk from the central city station and it’s close to all of the city’s main attractions. The staff is friendly and helpful, providing you with a map of the city when you arrive, and offering advice if you require some. However, you need to pay 2 euros a day for Wi-Fi.
1. What is probably the major concern of travelers who choose to stay in a hostel?| A．Comfort. | B．Security. |
| C．Price. | D．Location. |
| A．Yellow Hostel. | B．Hostel Alessandro Palace. |
| C．Youth Station Hostel. | D．Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes. |
| A．It gets noisy at night. | B．Its staff is too talkative. |
| C．It charges for Wi-Fi. | D．It’s inconveniently located. |
4 . 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. |
Should you have your baby’s DNA sequenced? What keeps you awake? Step inside the Hall of Human Life. the Museums new biology exhibition, and encounter such far-reaching questions on an amazing journey inside the human body. Through digital media and personal interaction, you become “part of the story”, as you contribute your own data in a process of learning and discovery.
A Birds World(Permanent Exhibit)
This exhibit features the Museums extraordinary collection of birds，displaying over 300 species in New England. Here, you can learn to interpret the bird language taking place just outside your window at home.
Test your observation skills and see if you can get past different birds without them alerting(发信号)other animals to your presence. Learn to identify birds from a distance by recognizing unique flight patterns. Practice your flying technique in the Bird Walk.
Butterfly Garden(Permanent Exhibit)
Walk among the free-flying residents of this warm conservatory. It is a wonderful opportunity to get close to a variety of living butterflies from New England and across the globe. The “Emergence Box” offers a window into the butterfly behavior. Look inside to see hanging chrysalides (蝶蛹)transform into adult butterflies. Tickets are required and visitors should reserve at least two weeks in advance.
1. How can you become part of the story in the Hall of Human Life?| A．By keeping awake. | B．On an funny journey. |
| C．By answering questions. | D．Through offering the personal data. |
| A．Learn the bird language. | B．Watch all bird species. |
| C．Make your flying technique better. | D．Send signals to birds. |
| A．Hanging chrysalides. |
| B．Getting close to butterflies. |
| C．Keeping the conservatory warm. |
| D．Observing butterflies through its window. |
6 . Have you ever thought about writing your own fantasy novel? One of the best things you can do is to take inspiration from others. Here are some of the best fantasy books for you.
Sabriel by Garth Nix
While attending boarding school, Sabriel receives a package which contains bells, her father's swords, and a message instructing her to stop a dangerous act on destroying the Old Kingdom' S magical rules. This classic fantasy provides readers with more adventures to explore.
Also available from: Amazon ; Walmart.
Pet by Akwaeke Emezi
This book is about ideas of justice, good and bad. Jam lives in the town of Lucille, where the old statues have been torn down and the bad things no longer exist. But when a creature named Pet appears from one of her mother's paintings, on the hunt for a monster, Jam will have to rethink all she's been taught.
Also available from: Amazon; Barnes & Noble.
Akata Witch by Nnedi Okorafor
Fans of Harry Potter will be swept away by this adventurous tale about four new friends who discover they have access to powerful magic. Born in New York City, Sunny Nwazue felt out of place and isolated-until she was invited into a hidden world and handed a dangerous task.
Also available from: Amazon; Walmart.
Seraphina by Rachel Hartman
This novel takes readers into a world where dragons and humans live side by side. Seraphina is half human and half dragon, with a dragon mother able to take human form and a human father who can't stand dragons. Seraphina will probably become a teen fantasy classic.
Also available from: Bookshop; Target.
1. Which book describes a creature hunting for a monster?| A．Pet. | B．Sabriel. | C．Akata Witch. | D．Seraphina. |
| A．Jam. | B．Sabriel. | C．Seraphina. | D．Sunny Nwazue. |
| A．From Amazon. | B．From Target. |
| C．From Walmart. | D．From Barnes & Noble. |
7 . The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (the Hall of Fame for short ) is a fantastic destination for basketball lovers. Each year, several thousand visitors crowd into this birthplace of basketball.
Ticket Information
Admission to the Hall of Fame (as of 2019) is $24 for people aged over 16, $16 for youths aged from 5 to 16 and free for children under age 5. Make a reservation in advance. For more information, please call 1-877-466-6831.
Travelling from All Directions
The Hall of Fame is conveniently located within driving distance from Boston, Albany, Vermont and New York. For more information about the transportation, call 1-877-446-6755.
Dates and Hours of Operation
The Hall of Fame is open Wednesday through Sunday from late November through March 31 and daily the rest of the year. Hours are from 10 am to 4 pm (Friday through Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm). It is wise to confirm hours of operation ahead of your visit. Just call 1-877-466-6752.
A Friendly Reminder
1. No food and beverage inside of the hall.
2. Backpacks and any large bags are not permitted inside of the hall unless needed for medical reasons.
3. If you wish to participate in shooting baskets on Center Court, please wear proper footwear. Also, contests of any kind and half court shots are not allowed for everyone’s safety.
1. Which number should you call if you want to fly to the Hall of Fame?| A．1-877-466-6752. | B．1-877-466-6831. | C．1-877-446-6768. | D．1-877-446-6755. |
| A．At 4:30 pm, Saturday, Nov. 29th. | B．At 5: 30 pm, Monday, May. 12th. |
| C．At 8:00 am, Tuesday, Apr.1st. | D．At 9: 30am, Sunday, Dec. 20th. |
| A．Take photos inside the Hall. |
| B．Take hamburgers into the Hall. |
| C．Bring a big bag to care for a patient. |
| D．Participate in shooting contests on Center Court. |
8 . The California State Railroad Museum in Old Sacramento totals 100,000 square feet. Completed at a cost of $16.1million, the museum opened in May 1981. There are more than 40 exhibits, including 21 old locomotives (火车头) and carriages, some dating back to 1862. Here, visitors can learn a lot about the railroad history in California and the West in America.
Hours & Tickets
The museum is open from 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. daily (except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day). Tickets are sold until 4:30 p. m. $12 adults, $ 6 students, children aged 5 and under are free.
Parking
A small number of metered parking spaces are available on the streets of Old Sacramento. However, these spaces are not for guests visiting longer than 90 minutes. All-day parking is available in large public garages (车库) at both ends of Old Sacramento.
Food Service
The Silver Palace Restaurant in the Central Pacific Railroad Passenger Station serves good food at the right prices. It is just one block southwest of the main entrance to the museum. There are many other restaurants throughout Old Sacramento.
Other Offerings
Guided tours and films about the museum are offered daily. There are many other chances at the museum, too, including some historical attractions within Old Sacramento State Historic Park.
1. Which of the following is TRUE about the museum?| A．It is open all year round. |
| B．It is more than 160 years old. |
| C．It may attract visitors interested in railway history. |
| D．The old locomotives there were all made in California. |
| A．$10 | B．$20 | C．$24 | D．$30 |
| A．worth a visit | B．famous for its expensive food |
| C．far from the museum | D．the best one in Old Sacramento |
9 . In the coming months, we are bringing together artists from all over the globe to enjoy speaking Shakespeare’s plays in their own language. Please come and join us.
National Theatre of China Beijing|Chinese
This great occasion (盛会) will be the National Theatre of China’s first visit to the UK. The company’s productions show the new face of 21st century Chinese theatre. This production of Shakespeare’s Richard III will be directed by the National’s Associate Director，Wang Xiaoying.
Date & Time: Saturday 28 April, 2:30 pm & Sunday 29 April, 1:30 pm & 6:30 pm
Definitely Theatre London | British Sign Language (BSL)
By translating the rich and humorous text of Love’s Labour’s Lost into the physical language of BSL, Definitely Theatre creates a new interpretation of Shakespeare’s comedy and aims to build a bridge between deaf and hearing worlds by performing to both groups as one audience.
Date & Time: Tuesday 22 May, 2:30 pm & Wednesday 23 May, 7:30 pm
Habima National Theatre Tel Aviv | Hebrew
The Habima is the centre of Hebrew-language theatre worldwide. Founded in Moscow after the 1905 revolution, the company eventually settled in Tel Aviv in the late 1920s. Since 1958, they have been recognized as the national theatre of Israel. This production of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice marks their first visit to the UK.
Date & Time: Monday 28May, 7:30 pm & Tuesday 29 May, 7:30 pm
1. Which play will be performed by the National Theatre of China?| A．Richard III | B．Lover’s Labour’s Lost |
| C．As You Like It | D．The Merchant of Venice |
| A．It has two groups of actors. | B．It is the leading theatre in London. |
| C．It performs plays in BSL. | D．It is good at producing comedies. |
| A．On Saturday 28 April. | B．On Sunday 29 April |
| C．On Tuesday 22 May. | D．On Tuesday 29 May |
10 . Summer Camps 2020
Digging for Dinosaurs
June 10 to June 14,2020, July 15 to July 19,2020
$395 per person
What is a paleontologist (古生物学者) and what exactly do they do? Come find out with us this summer! We'll explore what paleontologists do, where they work and what tools they use while searching for fossils (化石). We'll dig deeper into how a fossil is made, the different types of fossils and what information paleontologists can learn from them.
Physics Past to Present
June 17 to June 21,2020, July 22 to July 26, 2020
$405 per person
Have you ever wondered why a baseball flies a certain way when it's hit or how to shoot the perfect basket? It's Physics! This summer we will explore terms like energy and force to see how they affect things we do every day. We will look at who discovered these terms, how they influence the activities we love and how sportsmen use them to their advantage.
Ancient Art
June 24 to June 28, 2020, July 29 to August 2,2020
$355 per person
Experience how art began! This summer we will explore how art has changed from the Stone Age through the Middle Ages. From cave paintings to building arches (拱门), we'll explore the world through the eyes of artists who came before us.
Space Explorers: Back to the Moon
August 5 to August 9,2020
$455 per person
Come join us in taking a closer look at our moon and how our astronauts got there. We'll learn about what a spaceship needs to escape Earth's pull, take a closer look at the moon's surface and simulate (模拟) our own moon landing!
1. What will campers do in Physics Past to Present?| A．Play sports. | B．Talk with athletes. |
| C．Explore energy and force. | D．Learn the history of sports. |
| A．$355. | B．$395. |
| C．$405. | D．$455. |
| A．Digging for Dinosaurs. |
| B．Physics Past to Present. |
| C．Ancient Art. |
| D．Space Explorers: Back to the Moon. |
