1 . 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 PathIf 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 HillTo 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 ChilternsChess 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. |
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. |
A.A geography book. | B.A travel brochure. |
C.A fashion website. | D.A science magazine. |
2 . The Festival of Cultures
August 11-14
City Park
The Festival of Cultures is an annual event to celebrate the wide range of cultures found in our great state. People representing 40 cultural groups will share their traditions and customs. Here are just a few of the festival’s many activities.
Crafts: See the fine art of basket weaving from Vietnam and Zimbabwe. Watch the art of making paper umbrellas from Thailand and the decorative craft of papel picado, or paper cutting, from Mexico. All craft demonstrations provide a firsthand view of how things are made. You will appreciate the process involved in making these products.
Music and Dance: Experience musical instruments that you have never heard before. Listen to the music of a sho from Japan, a bull-roarer from Australia, a sitar from India, and a chakay from Thailand. You will also be entertained by folk dances from around the world, such as the troika from Russia and the Mayim Mayim from Israel. From 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on August 14, special folk dancing classes for children will be offered. Children ranging in age from 6 to 8 can learn the kinderpolka from Germany. Children ranging in age from 9 to 12 can learn the raspa from Mexico.
Storytelling: Listen for hours as professional storytellers charm you with attractive tales. Fairy tales, folktales, and ballads from various countries will be told. By popular demand, Gwendolyn Washington, a famous African American storyteller, is back.
Food: Enjoy delicious foods from other countries, such as gyros from Greece, seafood paella from Spain, crepes from France, and tandoori chicken from India. These tasty dishes will be difficult to pass up.
Tickets August 11-13 Adults $2 Ages 6-12 $1 Ages 5 and under Free | Tickets August 14 Adults $3 Ages 13-18 $2 Ages 12 and under Free |
The festival of Cultures is organized by the World Marketplace. For more information about the festival, call(800)555-0199.
1. In the festival, you are most likely to see the art of making ________.A.paper | B.umbrellas | C.bamboo beds | D.flower vases |
A.The troika. | B.The raspa. |
C.The kinderpolka. | D.The MayimMayim. |
A.August 11. | B.August 12. | C.August 13. | D.August 14. |
3 . 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 |
4 . Arizona State University(ASU)Summer Programs
Logic and Leadership Academy
The Leadership Society of Arizona(LSA)has created a fun leadership program based on 25 years of professional development research conducted at ASU.
For registering on http://leadaz.org/summer-program/,LSA is providing you with a discount of $25.
Date,Location and Cost
Week 1:May 28-June 1 Tempe Campus $350
Week 2:June 10-14 West Campus $375
Week 3:June 17-21 Polytechnic Campus $400
Registration opens April 1,2021
Registration deadline is May 1,2021
High School App Camp
This program focuses on teaching the fundamentals of programming and computational thinking through iphone app development.Course material will be covered using a hands-on approach that helps participants to learn challenging concepts through practice.
Date,Location and Cost
July 8-12 Tempe Campus $625
Registration opens March 1,2021
Registration deadline is June 24,2021
The Art of Invention:Escape Room Maker Camp
Join us and practice your skills in science technology,engineering,arts,and math (STEAM)concepts while exploring,designing,and solving puzzles to"escape"the room!The camp will end with the design and construction of your own"room"for your family and friends to escape on the last day of the camp.
Date,Location and Cost
July 15-19 Chandler Innovation Center$250
Registration opens February 4,2021
Registration deadline is July 8,2021
High School Game Camp
Why just play video games when you can learn to create and produce your own?If you are entering grades 9-12,this two-week video game design and art camp will teach you cutting-edge 3D art production.
Date,Location and Cost
June 3-14 Tempe Campus $650
Registration opens March 1,2021
Registration deadline is June 1,2021
1. If you register online for the leadership course starting on June 10,how much should you pay?A.$ 325 | B.$350 | C.$375 | D.$400 |
A.It is a learning-by-doing program. |
B.It takes place at several campuses of ASU. |
C.Participants should register before March 1,2021. |
D.Participants can invite their family along. |
A.Tempe Campus |
B.Polytechnic Campus |
C.Chandler Innovation Center |
D.West Campus |