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 . Paris is the most wooded (树木茂森的) city in Europe, and around one quarter of its area is taken up by parks, gardens and other green spaces.
Jardin des Plantes: over 28 hectares
This impressive botanical garden is home to four museums, including the Natural History Museum, which houses a variety of African animals. The gardens themselves boast thousands of species of plants. This is a lovely place to relax and explore the beautiful surroundings.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont: over 24 hectares
If you want to get off the tourist trail and hang out with true Parisians, this park is the perfect spot for a relaxing picnic or a leisurely wander. It is in the 19th district and is one of the largest parks in Paris. Cross its lake on the suspension bridge, or admire the waterfalls and attractive temples.
Jardin du Luxembourg: over 25 hectares
These beautiful gardens were first laid out in 1612 as the gardens of the Luxembourg Palace. They include a geometric (结合图形的) forest, French and English style gardens, as well as a large pond. There is so much to see and do with activities especially for children, such as slides, rides and puppet shows, as well as leisure and sporting activities for adults. The gardens are home to more than one hundred sculptures.
Le Parc de la Villette: 55 hectares
This urban cultural park is so much more than just a park as it is home to numerous music venues, exhibition spaces and cafes. It is also home to no less than 12 gardens, which all follow different themes. The Passenger Gardens, for example, which are built on what was once the sheep market, support a variety of ecosystems, demonstrating the importance of biodiversity.
1. Which green space probably suits students who are interested in botany?| A．Jardin des Plantes. | B．Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. |
| C．Jardin du Luxembourg. | D．Le Parc de la Villette. |
| A．They feature American style gardens. | B．They are favorite gardens for the French. |
| C．They house a variety of African animals. | D．They used to be royal gardens. |
| A．Visiting museums. | B．Attending concerts. |
| C．Admiring waterfalls. | D．Watching puppet shows. |
3 . Shows for kids
Baby Shark Live
Date: Thursday, February 20, 2020
Time: from 6 pm to 8 pm
Place: Tilles Center
Cost: $39.50
Event: Baby Shark Live is based on (以……为基础) Pinkfong’s Baby Shark. Fans of all ages will be excited as Baby Shark joins up with his friend Pinkfong to take an adventure (历险) into the sea, singing and dancing through new and classic (经典的) songs.
Phone: 516-299-3100
Disney Junior Holiday Party
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2020
Time: 12 noon and 4 pm
Place: Mayo Performing Arts Center
Cost: $59 (free for 1 year olds and under)
Event: Disney Junior Holiday Party is a musical wonderland where children and their families can sing and dance along to their favorite Disney Junior songs with their favorite Disney friends, including Mickey & Minnie Mouse, the Puppy Dog Pals and many more.
Phone: 973-539-8008
Oceanophony
Date: Sunday, February 23, 2020
Time: 2 pm
Place: Alice Tully Hall
Cost: $30
Event: Music, poetry (诗歌), underwater photography, and amazing facts about the ocean and its creatures (生物): it is all part of Oceanophony. Musical Instrument Petting Zoo in the hall from 1:00 pm to 1:45 pm, free for ticket holders.
Phone: 212-875-5788
Tales from the Shed
Date: Sunday, February 23, 2020
Time: 1 pm and 3 pm
Place: Queens Theatre
Cost: $15
Event: Tales From the Shed is a show for young children and their families. With stories, songs, and dancing, you won’t be able to stop laughing. Tales from the Shed is a special chance for young children, ages 0-6, of all abilities to enjoy an interactive (交互式的) theatrical experience.
Phone: 718-760-0064
1. What is special about Disney Junior Holiday Party?| A．It will be on in the morning. | B．It is free for children under one. |
| C．There is a free activity before the show. | D．It allows kids to play Disney characters. |
| A．Oceanophony. | B．Baby Shark Live. |
| C．Tales from the Shed. | D．Disney Junior Holiday Party. |
| A．All of them are related to the ocean. | B．All of them will let people enjoy music. |
| C．All of them will be performed only once. | D．All of them will be put on at the weekend. |
4 . It often proves that you are growing up if you find a winter job, which is also a way to make money to pay for what you dream of. It’s never too early to start considering the future. Now, here are some good choices for you!
Retail (零售) Sales
Retail offers plenty of chances for teens who are looking for a job. This type of work can pay from $10 to $15 an hour depending on the duty you are taking on. It can also be great for teens who are friendly and enjoy talking to other people. For more information, call us at 83480215.
Food Service
A job in the food service industry is natural fit for teens who enjoy communicating with the public. It allows employees to work as part of a team while learning about following instructions. It also comes with the chance to earn between $8 and $10 per hour. Just call 83480216 for more information.
Babysitter (临时保姆)
This job requires someone who is highly responsible. Though it pays generally between $6 and $8 hourly, it also requires a lot of patience. This is a great choice for teens who wish to make a career in teaching, child care, social work or any other field that makes use of social skills or requires interaction (互动) with kids. Got question Just call8 83480217.
Housekeeping
This type of work can bring in about $5 an hour and it will allow teens to learn about the tourism industry, so hotels are often looking for more housekeeping staff, and parks often need more people to help with keeping public areas clean and organized as well. Telephone: 83480219.
1. How much can you earn at least in one hour as a retailer?| A．$10. | B．$15. | C．$20. | D．$25. |
| A．Retail Sales. | B．Food Service. | C．Babysitter. | D．Housekeeping. |
| A．83480215. | B．83480216. | C．83480217. | D．83480219 |
5 . Summer Boarding Courses
Summer Boarding Courses(SBC)is an award-winning UK summer school provider for international students aged 11-17. Please join the students from over 100 countries.
SBC Canford Summer School(Ages 11-15)is located at Canford School,Tatler School Awards Public School of the Year 2019. It is within easy reach of the coastal town of Bournemouth and is one of the most popular UK destinations for English language learning outside of London.
Dates:Monday 6 July-Monday 10 August 2020 nam stt
Teaching Hours:15 Hours Per Week
Courses:General English,English Literature,Introduction to Business
Headington Oxford Summer School(Ages 13-16)is located in the beautiful city of Oxford, just a 30-minute walk from the city centre.It provides students with a wonderful setting in which to study and meet other students from around the world.
Dates:Saturday 4th July-Saturday 18th July 2020
Teaching Hours:20 Hours Per Week
Courses:General English,Summer Study,Global Young Leaders
SBC at Eton College(Ages 11-16),only 34 kilometers from London,provides students with the opportunity to study at one of the world’s most famous schools.Founded in 1440 by King Henry VI,Eton College has educated 20 British Prime Ministers as well as many authors,scientists,actors and explorers.
Dates:Monday 13 July-Monday 24 August 2020
Teaching Hours:15 Hours Per Week
Courses:General English,Mathematics,STEM(Science,Technology,Engineering,Maths)
Oxford College Summer School(Ages 15-17)gives students the chance to experience the very best of what Oxford has to offer.Students live and study in the famous university city of Oxford.For over 800 years it has been home to the leading academic minds in scientific and cultural studies.
Dates:Monday 6 July-Monday 17 August 2020./
Teaching Hours:15 Hours Per Week
Courses:Business&Leadership,Engineering,Medicine
1. Which school doesn’t provide General English?| A．SBC Canford Summer School. |
| B．Headington Oxford Summer School. |
| C．SBC at Eton College. |
| D．Oxford College Summer School. |
| A．It has produced many heads of government. |
| B．It has educated some leading academic minds. |
| C．It has invited authors and scientists as educators. |
| D．It has become a winner of Tatler School Awards. |
| A．Ages 11-15. |
| B．Ages 13-16. |
| C．Ages 11-16. |
| D．Ages 15-17. |
