1 . Music
Opera at Music Hall: 1243 Elm Street. The season runs June through August, with additional performances in March and September. The Opera honors Enjoy the Arts membership discounts. Phone: 241-2742. http://www.cityopera.com.
Chamber Orchestra: The Orchestra plays at Memorial Hall at 1406 Elm Street, which offers several concerts from March through June. Call 723-1182 for more information. http: //www.chamberorch.com.
Symphony Orchestra: At Music Hall and Riverbend. For ticket sales, call 381-3300. Regular season runs September through May at Music Hall in summer at Riverbend. http://www.symphony.org/home.asp.
College Conservatory of Music (CCM): Performances are on the main campus(校园) of the university, usually at Patricia Cobbett Theater. CCM organizes a variety of events, including performances by the well-known LaSalle Quartet, CCM’s Philharmonic Orchestra, and various groups of musicians presenting Baroque through modern music. Students with I.D. cards can attend the events for free. A free schedule of events for each term is available by calling the box office at 556-4183. http://www.ccm.uc.edu/events/calendar.
Riverbend Music Theater: 6295 Kellogg Ave. Large outdoor theater with the closest seats under cover (price difference). Big name shows all summer long! Phone: 232-6220. http://www.riverbendmusic.com.
1. Which number should you call if you want to see an opera?| A．241-2742. | B．723-1182. |
| C．381-3300. | D．232-6220. |
| A．February. | B．May. |
| C．August. | D．November. |
| A．Music Hall. | B．Memorial Hall. |
| C．Patricia Cobbett Theater. | D．Riverbend Music Theater. |
Author: Joel Bressler
Price: $29. 99
Essentials of Nutrition touches important health topics such as: the positive and negative aspects of nutrition; the importance of exercise; the necessity of vitamins, minerals, and water. It also advises how doctors and educators will improve our health in the future.
Preserve the Best and Conserve the Rest---Memoirs (回忆录) of a US Forest Service Wildlife Biologist
Author: Hadley B. Roberts
Price: $19.99
Preserve the Best and Conserve the Rest covers US Forest Service wildlife biologist Hadley B. Roberts’ half-century career in wildlife and fish habitat conservation and preservation. It includes his accomplishment, motives and influences behind his actions.
Poodle (贵宾犬) Mistress ---The Autobiographical Story of Life with Nine Toy Poodle
Author: Sandi Latimer
Price: $22.99
Poodle Mistress is a story of unconditional love and devotion about nine dogs that changed author Sandi Latimer’ s life. Her memoir (回忆录) details a twenty-seven-year journey as she and her husband cared for and enjoyed the funny behaviors of their toy poodles.
A Professor and CEO True Story---A Fascinating Journey to Success
Author: Richard T. Cheng
Price: $13.95
In A Professor and CEO True Story, Richard T Cheng shares how he overcame great odds and transformed from a struggling immigrant to million-dollar CEO and esteemed professor. This is a powerful and inspiring story of success and survival.
1. Which book is about wildlife protection?| A．Preserve the Best and Conserve the Rest. |
| B．Essentials of Nutrition. |
| C．Poodle Mistress. |
| D．A Professor and CEO True Story. |
| A．Those who are looking for success. |
| B．Those who fight for animal rights. |
| C．Those who are interested in natural world. |
| D．Those who are pet lovers. |
| A．A story of life with poodles. |
| B．Important health topics. |
| C．An inspiring journey to success. |
| D．Memoirs of a wildlife biologist. |
3 . Fiordland Great Walk Package
Take a hike through some of New Zealand’s most beautiful and different landscapes on the walking package. Base yourself in Fiordland for a fully guided 3-day Great Walk experience on the Milford. Routeburn and Kepler Tracks. These walks pass through unique scenery, from native forests and rivers to mountains and beautiful valleys.
Price
Adult (16 + yrs): $ 900.00
Child (6 -15 yrs): $ 850.00
Infant (0-5 yrs): $ 50.00
What to Bring
We advise that guests bring comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing including hats and gloves, sunscreen and sun hats, cameras, water bottles and personal medication (药物) if they are required. Walking poles are optional (可选择的). For the Milford Track day we advise you to have spare clothing and shoes in case you get wet on the walk.
We Provide
Routeburn Track： A professional (专业的) hiking guide, all transport from Te Anau, hot drinks and lunch.
Milford Track: A professional hiking guide, water taxies from Deep Water Basin to Sandfly Point, Milford Track and return，and hot drinks. Plus 1 hour 25 minutes Milford Sound Scenic Cruise with Real Journeys and lunch.
Kepler Track: A professional hiking guide, all transport from Te Anau including accommodations (住宿) pick-up and drop-off, a helicopter flight to the peak of Mt Luxmore, hot drinks and lunch.
More Information
At least there are 2 people for the guided walks to go ahead. If you are a single person，please contact us for availability. Walking time each day is around 4-5 hours. Basic fitness is required. Meals (except lunch) are guests’ own arrangements.
1. If the Smiths and their 7-year-old twin girls go on the trip, how much should they pay?| A．$ 1,900. | B．$ 2,600. |
| C．$ 2,650. | D．$ 3,500. |
| A．Native forests. | B．A guided hike. |
| C．Air trave1. | D．Free lunch. |
| A．Walking shoes. | B．Basic fitness. |
| C．Hot drinks. | D．Walking poles. |
| A．Life instructions. | B．A tourism brochure. |
| C．Scientific research. | D．Historical research. |
4 . Best Travel Guides by Continent
We’ve broken down (分类)the best travel guides, by continent, to help you find student discounts and travel like a local on your next adventure.
Europe—let’s Go Europe 2019: The Students Travel Guide
Let’s Go was founded about 56 years ago when a Harvard student had an idea to provide accessible, budget travel tips for young people. Students love its amusing pages. let’s Go Europe 2018 has everything you need for your trip—from the best beer in Brussels to how to avoid the lines at the Louvre.
Africa—The Rough Guide to Cape Town, the Winelands, and the Garden Route
With its colorful photos and detailed tips on how to make the most of South Africa, The Rough Guide is the book to get when visiting Africa. You may not have access to Google Maps when you’re out exploring but that’s OK. The Rough Guide also comes with easy use to maps. It can be purchased as an eBook, or as a paperback (平装本).
Asia—Lonely Planet: South –East Asia on a Shoestring
This guide is perfect for those backpacking through the hidden treasures of South-East Asia. With detailed recommendations from experts in the area, this guide helps first-times as well as experienced backpackers. This book can be purchased as a paperback travel guide. A download for an eBook or separate chapters can be purchased to serve as a guide to specific cities.
North America—Lonely Planet USA Travel Guide
With detailed reviews of the best places to eat, sleep, and explore, Lonely Planet is linked with budget-friendly attractions and that is why it makes our best travel guides list. This travel guide is available in paperback.
1. What is the common character of the four travel guides?| A．They are all expensive. |
| B．They are intended for students. |
| C．They all have a very long history. |
| D．They are all available online. |
| A．let’s Go Europe 2019: The Students Travel Guide. |
| B．The Rough Guide to Cape Town, the Winelands, and the Garden Route. |
| C．Lonely Planet USA Travel Guide. |
| D．Lonely Planet: South –East Asia on a Shoestring. |
| A．It contains recommendations from experts. |
| B．It introduces the attractions in an amusing style. |
| C．It has colorful photos and vivid travel videos. |
| D．It provides cheap but attractive travel destinations. |
5 . Summer Courses 2009
San Diego Seaside College is offering one and two-weelc English summer courses for high school students from all over the world who want to improve their English. Classes are offered at five levels, from basic to advanced. Students will be tested when they arrive and placed in the level appropriate to their language ability. Each class has a maximum of 14 students.
Tuition Fees(学费)One-week Course (July 26—August 1) : $310
Two-week Course (July 26—August 8 ) : $ 620
The full payment must be received before the beginning of the courses.
Accommodations(食宿)We provide housing, including breakfast & dinner, 7 days a week.
Single room : $ 250 per week
Twin room: $160 per person, per week You should reserve your accommodations before May 15 and all the accommodation fees must be paid in full before June 15.
How to ApplyFill out an application form and send it to us at esc@sdc. edu.
Come to our college this summer and make yourself shine at English.
1. The aim of the courses is to help the high school students_____.| A．learn English |
| B．attend college |
| C．visit some high schools |
| D．travel to other countries |
| A．$160. | B．$250. |
| C．$310. | D．$620. |
| A．choose a college | B．reserve a hotel room |
| C．check with the teachers | D．fill out a form and email it |
6 . Welcome to The Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET)
HOURS
Open seven days a week
SUN-THU, 10 AM-5:30 PM, FRI, SAT 10 AM-9 PM
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Monday in May.
ADMISSION
Members and Patrons(赞助人) visit free and enjoy express admission.
General Admission: Adults, $25; seniors (65 and older), $17; students,$12; and children under 12, free. General admission tickets include special exhibitions and are valid（有效） for three days.
For New York State residents with valid ID, Connecticut, and New Jersey students: The amount you pay is up to you. Please be as generous as you can.
All ticket holders must go through security.PARKING GARAGE
80 th St. and Fifth Ave. Discount for Members and Patrons.
GROUP VISITS
Call 212-570-3711 or visit metmuseum. org/groupvisits.
FREE GUIDED TOURS
Audio Guide
Listen to the stories behind thousands of artworks in The Met collection and select exhibitions. Rent an Audio Guide device (with a headset or neck loop): adults, $7,; Members, $6; children under 12 $5; and free to visitors who are blind, partially sighted, deaf or have hearing loss. Transcripts in standard and large print are available for selected tours. Learn more at metmuseum. org/audioguide.
Daily tours with Guides
Check at any information desk or visit metmuseum.org/mettours for free gallery talks and tours presented by staff, outside scholars, and trained volunteers.
ACCESSIBILITY
For information about accessibility and services for visitors with disabilities, contact accesss@metmuseum. org or call 212-650-2010, or visit metmuseum.org/access.
1. Normally on which day can a visitor stay at the MET for the longest time?| A．Saturday. | B．Wednesday . |
| C．Monday. | D．Thanksgiving Day. |
| A．$12. | B．$25. |
| C．$29. | D．$37. |
| A．By calling 212-570-3711. | B．By calling 212-650-2010. |
| C．By visiting metmeseum.org/group visits | D．By contacting metmuseum.org/mettours. |
7 . Welcome to Gold Coast Wax Museum
HIGHLIGHTS
The Gold Wax(蜡像) Museum is one of the Cold Coast's longest running attractions. It's a collection of famous figures. It's Australia's largest museum of its kind, featuring more than 110 life-size wax figures copies of British and Australian History.
The Wax Museum is visited by many thousands of people each year who are shocked at the amazing realism of the life-size figures in authentic costumes. This is your invitation to wander through at your leisure and meet many important and famous people's figures on Queensland's Gold Coast.
Come face to face with such celebrities as Michael Jackson, President Obama, past President John F. Kennedy, King Hussein, members of the Royal Family, and many others whose lives have all left an indelible (擦不掉的) mark on our world. Information cards are located alongside each figure.
The Gold Coast Wax Museum contains figures which have been made by leading local and overseas sculptors to international standards, equal in quality to the world's best, as seen in Europe, the United Kingdom, and U. S. A. The detail in the figures is amazing -and includes hair applied one strand at a time, requiring many working hours for one hand, and the eyes are so real that they seem to follow the viewer around.
Price
Child (1-3yrs) free
Child (4-12yrs) $ 22. 00
Adult $ 29. 00
Family (2 Adults + I Child) $68.00
Opening hours
Open 7 days a week, 10a. m. to l0p. m.
Closed at Christmas Day (25 Dec. ) and Anzac Day (25 Apr. )
Location
Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise ( Gold Coast ) QLD
How to get there
You can choose any of the Gold Coast airport transfers, car rentals, shuttles and private transfers to/from your hotel. Many coach operators also offer Gold Coast transfers to surrounding attractions, beaches, and the more distant destinations, throughout the day.
What to bring
Bring your sense of adventure and your camera and see something exciting and quite unique.
For further information, please click here to see more about the Gold Coast Wax Museum.
1. If you visit the Gold Coast Wax Museum, you can________.| A．see many members of the Royal Family in person in the Museum |
| B．meet many leading local and international sculptors in the Museum |
| C．enjoy some world-class vivid max-works in the Museum |
| D．e at any time of the year except at Christmas Day |
| A．$87 | B．$80 |
| C．$58 | D．$68 |
| A．on a webpage | B．in a magazine |
| C．in a text book | D．in a guidebook |
8 . 你受学生会委托为校宣传栏“英语天地”写一则通知，请大家观看一部英语短片Growing Together，内容包括：
(1)短片内容：学校的发展；
(2)放映时间、地点；
(3)欢迎对短片提出意见。
注意：
(1)词数100左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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9 . NGS Scholarship (NGSS)
The NGS Scholarship is awarded to talented students with a strong interest in innovative(创新的) PhD research.
Terms:
●Monthly stipend(津贴) of $3,200 for up to 4 years of PhD studies, or up to date of graduation, whichever is earlier.
●Payment of full tuition(学费) fees for up to 4 years of PhD or up to date of graduation, whichever is earlier.
●Other allowances include:
Computer allowance
Book allowance
Conference allowance
Eligibility(资格):
●Open worldwide.
●Graduates should have an affection for research.
●Graduates should have at least Upper 2nd Class Honors, or equal qualification.
●GRE is compulsory(必须做的，义务的) for students applying from overseas.
●TOEFL is compulsory (ONLY) for applicants whose native tongue or medium of undergraduate instruction is not in English).
Application:
●Click here to apply online.
●All supporting documents, together with a printed copy of the application form are to be submitted (提交) by post to:
NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering (NGS)
Center For Life Sciences (CeLS)
28 Medical Drive, #05-01
●ONLY Online Applications are accepted.
●Closing date: 15May 2017.
1. Students may receive all the following allowances EXCEPT ________.| A．computer allowance | B．book allowance |
| C．travel allowance | D．conference allowance |
| A．$ 3,200 | B．$115,200 | C．$153,600 | D．$192,000 |
| A．A TOEFL grade is a must for students from America. |
| B．Applications should be submitted before 15 May 2017. |
| C．All the application processes should be finished online. |
| D．Students don’t have to pay any tuition fees for PhD studies. |
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项
Welcome to Formosa Zoo! Our beloved llama, Wally, will be 5 years old on Nov. 14. Come and join us to celebrate his birthday.
| Picture Drawing Let’s decorate Wally’s home together — School students under 12 are invited to draw pictures of Wally. Time: 12:30 p.m. — 2:30 p.m. Place: Children’s Park |
| Grandpa Lin’s Story Time Where is Wally from? What is Wally’s favorite food? Is Wally married? … … … Want to know more about Wally? Let Grandpa Lin tell you!! The Little Theatre 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m. |
| The Birthday Party Wally will be happy to see you at his birthday party from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Children’s Park. Come and enjoy cakes, drinks, and music, and take pictures with Wally. Special presents for people who were born on Nov.14 |
| Best Wishes to Wally Write down your best wishes for Wally. wally@formosazoo.com.tw |
| A．zoo | B．boy | C．animal | D．child |
| A．Susan, a college student who studies art. |
| B．Tony, a father who loves drawing animals. |
| C．Tom, a high school student who loves drawing. |
| D．Linda, a primary school student who loves drawing. |
| A．Thirty minutes. | B．Two hours. | C．Three hours. | D．Four hours. |
| A．Grandpa Lin’s Story Time | B．Picture Drawing |
| C．The Birthday Party | D．Best Wishes to Wally |
