1 . Are you looking for teen volunteer opportunities for 2024 that provide a rewarding experience that will stay with you for life? Every year thousands of teens choose to volunteer abroad with International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) — the world’s most trusted provider of safe and affordable volunteer programs for teens.
Service trips for teens are available in more than 50 destinations and there are 17 teen volunteer programs for 16 to 18 year-olds. Some of the best programs in 2024 include Turtle Conservation in Bali, Animal Care in Costa Rica and Childcare in Tanzania. Or, if you’re wanting to volunteer with a group of students from your high school, IVHQ can tailor a program for your group too!
Benefits for volunteers：
There is no doubt that volunteering as a teenager is a meaningful way to broaden your education and add experiences that will standout on your college application.
Crossing boundaries to work with partners from different parts of the world fosters global understanding.
Living in a country different to your own means that you will be involved in a new culture, cuisine, and way of thinking.
Guaranteed support：
Chances are your parents will also want to learn more about IVHQ, whether or not they will go abroad with you. Having placed more than 130,000 volunteers abroad, we’re always happy to speak with parents to ensure all their questions are fielded. Through our online safety training, comprehensive information brochures, on-going support from experienced program managers and round-the-clock support from our local teams, IVHQ volunteers are well supported to make the most of the time abroad.
If you’re ready to pack your bags and experience a completely different lifestyle and widen your global perspective, please contact us. IVHQ will be more than happy to offer a service.
1. What can IVHQ provide for a high school group?| A．A specialized program. | B．An opportunity to study abroad. |
| C．A free service trip. | D．Rewards for volunteering. |
| A．College recommendation letters. | B．Partners’ support. |
| C．Local teams’ assistance. | D．Parents’ company. |
| A．To advocate living abroad. | B．To introduce requirements. |
| C．To suggest a lifestyle. | D．To advertise a service. |
2 . Things to do in London this weekend
Sheep & Wool Fayre, Sunday 11 am
Sheep & Wool Fayre is one of Spitalfield’s City Farm’s biggest community events and this year it’s still going ahead virtually (虚拟地) celebrating all woolly things with all its usual shows and competitions.
Order take-away pints（一品脱的啤酒）
Buy a pint and head for some of that daily exercise — or a rest — in the park. Just remember: parks in the capital are still largely closed right now, so check their opening hours ahead of time. And many parks close at 5 pm or 7 pm each evening.
Royal Botanic Gardens, all weekend
The world-famous Royal Botanic Gardens has been allowed by the government to welcome visitors. Of course, it will be going under strict social distancing rules and all visitors, including members, will have to book tickets online ahead of time.
Camden Market, Saturday 10 am
Camden Market — along with the rest of London — has been closed because of COVID-19 for the last two months, but it is opening its stores again. Head along to pick up some top-quality things — only fresh produce will be sold at this time. When you visit, there will be strict social distance rules.
Maltby Street Market, all weekend
Outdoor markets have been officially allowed to be re-opened to the public — but with strict social distance rules in place. Maltby Street Market is making a comeback today. For now, it’ll be returning as the “Maltby St. Produce Market”, having “a small number of carefully selected fresh produce traders”.
1. Which can only be enjoyed online right now?| A．Sheep & Wool Fayre. | B．Royal Botanic Gardens. |
| C．Camden Market. | D．Maltby Street Market. |
| A．It’s open to all visitors. |
| B．Local government runs it. |
| C．It is very well-known in the world. |
| D．Tickets must be booked beforehand. |
| A．Top-quality clothes. | B．Wool products. |
| C．Fresh produce. | D．Pints. |
3 . Exciting Sites for Your Children in Orlando
Universal Orlando ResortLocation: 1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Contact: 14073638000
Open Hours: Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM
Saturday from 9 AM to 7 PM
Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM
The world’s favorite films and film stars come to life here and many amazing and amusing rides, shows and attractions are presented. A virtual 3-D adventure has its own set of thrills, as does an experience of meeting with Jaws, a trip Back to the Future, and a voyage beyond the stars in an E. T Adventure.
Sea World OrlandoLocation: 7007 Sea World Drive
Contact: 14073513600
Open Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9 AM to 5 PM
One of the first theme parks to open in Orlando, Sea World has been operating here for more than 30 years. Many new attractions and rides have been added to the original fun including a laser-fireworks-water show and high-tech thrill rides. The park also hosts a number of family-friendly events. Search the website for the latest information.
Wet’n WildLocation: 6200 International Drive
Contact: 14073511800
Open Hours: Vary by season
Amusement Business Magazine calls this Wet’n Wild the nation’s best-attended water park. Adults love thrill rides here such as Brain Wash and The Storm, which are definitely for the brave. Children enjoy milder thrills at the Kids Park section like “Bubble up”. The whole family can kick back (放松) on the Take it Easy offerings, including the mile-long Lazy River. Pools are heated in winter.
GatorlandLocation: 14501 S Orange Blossom Trail
Contact: 14058555496
Open Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9 AM to 5 PM
Take a trip to this 70-acre park and see thousands of alligators, and crocodiles, up close. Visit feeding pens (圈), nurseries and ponds. Children love the site’s mini water park especially because it offers lovely petting zoo goats, lambs, and other barnyard animals.
1. Where can children enjoy a virtual 3-D adventure?| A．1000 Universal Studios Plaza. | B．14501 S Orange Blossom Trail. |
| C．7007 Sea World Drive. | D．6200 International Drive. |
| A．It is open for six days a week and lasts eight hours a day. |
| B．A laser-fireworks-water show is open to the public recently. |
| C．Visitors can see thousands of alligators, and crocodiles, up close. |
| D．Children can enjoy milder thrills at the Kids Park section like “Bubble up”. |
| A．Brain Wash. | B．Barnyard animals. |
| C．The mile-long Lazy River. | D．Feeding pens, nurseries and ponds. |
4 . VAX PLATNUM POWERMAX carpet washer
Deep clean and remove up to 93% of bacteria with ease.
Proven to clean better than the leading rental.
VAX Platinum Power Max cleans carpets with ease and leaves them dry in as little as 1 hour.
Deep cleaningWe’re obsessed with removing bacteria from our homes, but what about our carpets? Even if vacuuming makes them look spotless, potentially harmful stuff could still be living deep down -a layer of bacteria that can’t be removed by vacuuming alone. The Vax Platinum Power Max cleans carpets 5 times better than a high-performance vacuum cleaner and handles like one too-it’s simple to use, allowing you to get rid of up to 93% of bacteria easily.
VAX technologyIt’s packed with technology, treating the carpet with a precise mix of water and Vax Platinum solution. Our SpinScrub Technology and powerful XL brush bar agitate（搅动） the carpet in two different directions, pushing the solution into the fibres before the bacteria and dirt are sucked away. In fact, the Vax Platinum Power Max cleans carpets better than the leading rental.
Simple to useFill one tank with water and the other with Vax Platinum Solution, then AutoMix does the rest. There’s no measuring, just pour it in and you’re ready to go. When you’re done just tip the dirty water away. Our Quick Clean function will have your carpet smelling fresh and dry again in as little as l hour.
Clean more than just your carpetsThe Vax Platinum Power Max comes loaded with handy tools. The pre-treatment wand helps you get busy areas clean with ease. The SpinScrub tool and hose give your car interior, stairs and upholstery a deep-down clean; allowing you to remove the most stubborn of stains. Plus, when you buy direct from Vax, receive a free Steamer worth 49.99.
1. The passage is intended to ______.| A．merely compare the differences between the leading rental with a carpet washer |
| B．tell readers the potentially harmful stuff left in the carpet after using vacuuming |
| C．recommend potential customers to buy a carpet washer |
| D．teach people how to clean carpets quickly |
| A．While filling the tank, you should pay attention to the amount of water needed. |
| B．The Vax Platinum Power Max cleans carpets much better than vacuum cleaner. |
| C．If the carpet washer is bought from Vax directly, a free Steamer will be included. |
| D．The Vax Platinum Power Max together with handy tools will be contained. |
| A．outside of a car | B．stairway |
| C．interior decoration | D．hard-to-clean stains |
5 . If you want to learn something new in your spare time, there are some choices for you.
AR Workshop
615-258-5569 | arworkshop.com/nashville
AR Workshop is a DIY studio that offers hands-on classes for decorating home from raw materials. Join an instructor-led workshop where you can make wood signs, framed signs, round signs, centerpiece boxes and more! AR Workshop will help you take your home decoration to the next level and have fun while creating it!
Artistic Elements Dance
615-472-9471 | artisticelementsdance.com
Artistic Elements’ aim is to develop dancers with excellent, professional technique, humble (谦逊的) character and team spirit. We offer Beginner to Pre-Professional Level Classes to dancers from 18 months to adults in the styles of ballet, jazz, music al theatre, hip hop and more! Our experienced teachers all well-trained are willing to share the love of dance with each student who walks through our doors and ensure our dancers train safel, in a positive environment. In addition to group classes, Artistic Elements offers private lessons, open master classes and birthday parties.
Melody Music Studios
615-510-3798| melodymusicstudios.com/musiclessonsnashvilletn.asp
Melody Music Studios offers exciting music and voice lessons, in the student’s home or the instructor’s personal studio. We offer all styles, traditional and/or by ear, in a fun and positive environment. There’s a grace period (宽限期) of three business days to cancel after the trial lesson, and if you’re not satisfied, it’s FREE! So you have nothing to lose to sign up today!
My Gym of Brentwoo
615-371-5437 | mygym.com/brentwood
My Gym is the expert in children’s fitness. It has good programs and facilities designed to help children 6 weeks through 13 years of age develop physically and mentally. Our structured, age-appropriate, weekly classes include music dance, games, special rides, gymnastics, sports and more. Children have loads of fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination and flexibility while developing social skills and confidence.
1. Which number should you call if you wish to build up your body in a gym?| A．615-258-5569. | B．615-472-9471. |
| C．615-371-5437. | D．615-510-3798. |
| A．People needn’t pay to cancel within three business days. |
| B．It will help you take your home decoration to the next level. |
| C．It offers private lessons, open master classes and birthday parties. |
| D．People can gain flexibility while developing social skills and confidence. |
| A．Music instruments. | B．Materials from trees. |
| C．Passengers’ luggage. | D．Recipes from cooks. |
6 . Contact CCA’s Special Programs to learn more about our wide range of credit and noncredit opportunities for academic and personal development.
Summer ProgramAn exceptional 4-week program for students currently completing their study of high school. Earn 3 college credits!
Our setting is CCA’s Oakland campus, where studio-focused, college-level courses help you push beyond concepts to portfolio (作品选辑)-ready pieces. On-campus Housing & Scholarships available!
Summer CoursesCCA offers about 35 for-credit degree courses each summer, scheduled on the San Francisco and Oakland campuses.
Undergraduate and graduate students can work with a visiting artist, develop skills and stay on track for graduation by earning credits...
For information about summer housing, please contact the Office of Residential Life at 510594722 or housing@cca.edu.
Summer StartSummer Start is a six-week program designed specifically for international undergraduate and graduate students.This is a for-credit program; students receive six credits towards their degree. During the program, you must live on CCA’s San Francisco campus.
Tuition includes six units of discounted graduate college credits, which will include books, field trip expenses and one-on-one tutoring. Housing fees include six weeks at CCA’s San Francisco Panoramic Residence.
Company-customized ProgramsCCA’s Office of Special Programs can design customized workshops to develop and strengthen employees’ skills within your company. Customized programs have included:
•An Ideation Sketching class, for the design team of a national clothing retailer, scheduled Friday afternoons on San Francisco campus.
•Software-specific workshops, for designers from a national paper product and gift retailer, scheduled in a two-day workshop format during the week on our Oakland campus.
1. Who can apply for Summer Program?| A．Undergraduate students. | B．International students. |
| C．High school students. | D．College students. |
| A．Get some credits. | B．Visit famous artists. | C．Make some friends. | D．Go on a field trip. |
| A．To earn more credits. | B．To complete an international paper. |
| C．To guide your travel. | D．To improve employees’ skills. |
7 . University of Southern California(USC)Online Pre-College Program
Application requirementsAdmission decisions are made on a rolling basis. Applicants who submit a completed application can expect an admission decision within 5-7 business days.
*Include basic contact information from you and your parent(s) or guardian.
*Tell us why you want to take the course and a little about yourself through a short-answer essay.
*Share a piece of writing, video or social media content that tells something about yourself.(optional)
*Submit the $35 application fee.
*Students must be at least 14 years old or older.
Program start date and application deadlines| Courses offered | Program dates | Application deadline | Tuition due in full | Tuition |
| Management | Oct.17-Nov.18,2023 | Oct. 4, 2023 | Oct.10,2023 | $1,990 |
| Media & Society | Nov.19-Dec.20,2023 | Nov.6, 2023 | Nov.12,2023 | $1,990 |
Application fees and enrollment deposits are nonrefundable. All course cancellation requests must be made in writing to precollegeonline@usc.edu. Any tuition paid to the university will be refunded, not including fees and deposits, if requested by the application deadline for the related course.
The university will not refund tuition for students who are removed from the program due to breaking our rules such as the Letter of Understanding for Online Participation and our Student Code of Conduct.
1. Which of the following is not a must for applicants?| A．Making a ten-minute video. | B．Submitting a short-answer essay. |
| C．Reaching 14 years old. | D．Paying 35 dollars for registration. |
| A．October 17. | B．October 4. | C．October 10. | D．November 6. |
| A．The enrollment deposits of a student for Management. |
| B．The tuition of a student making cancellation requests in December. |
| C．The application fees of a student disobeying Student Code of Conduct. |
| D．The tuition of a student who makes cancellation requests by email. |
8 . The Best School Camps in Victoria
Burnside Camp
Located on the Surf Coast near Anglesea, Burnside Camp is set over 4-hectare beautiful bushland (灌木丛) close to opollution-free peaches, Running throughout the year, Burnside Camp serves as a fantastic base for groups of up to 88 students. Camp programs centre on outdoor adventure activities. These include biking, canoeing, and exciting bush night hikes.
Mill Valley Ranch
Mill Valley Ranch is one of the best school camps in Victoria for large groups of students. It can accommodate up to 100 students. At Mill Valley Ranch, activity programs typically centre on confidence and character building. When outdoors, this sees young people given the opportunity to experience everything from horse riding to archery (射箭). However, it is also possible to organize a wide range of other team games and activities.
Camp Wilkin
Set in Anglesea, Camp Wilkin covers a 15-acre area home to resident kangaroos, which is in easy reach of quiet bushwalks and fantastic beaches. It offers the best school camp accommodation in Victoria for large groups, accommodating up to 163 students. And it also offers a variety of outdoor activity programs. Camp facilities include large meeting rooms suitable for everything from presentations to group learning activities.
Halls Gap
Halls Gap can hold up to 56 students. One of the best school camps in Victoria for natural sightseeing, it features reserved activities taking the form of short journeys to experience some of the largest waterfalls in Victoria. Halls Gap Camp students can also join in rock climbing. Such activities are in the company of local tour guides.
1. What can students do at Burnside Camp?| A．Learn to repair bikes. | B．Run their own startups. |
| C．Attend archery lessons. | D．Go on bush night hikes. |
| A．Halls Gap. | B．Burnside Camp. | C．Camp Wilkin. | D．Mill Valley Ranch. |
| A．It is the best camp in Victoria. | B．It requires advance booking. |
| C．It features outdoor activities. | D．It centres on character building. |
9 . At the Canadian Museum of Nature, getting involved is only natural! Inspire visitors and school groups with special exhibitions, permanent exhibitions, movies and galleries in the museum. Join our team of Nature Volunteers to learn about and protect natural history.
What We Look for in a Volunteer√Although some volunteers have a specialized knowledge of natural history, a willingness to learn is more important than qualifications.
√Volunteers must attend training to review information relevant to professional knowledge about their position.
√A security clearance must also be successfully completed.
√We ask volunteers to commit a half day a week for three to four months, minimum. Commitment to the schedule is beneficial for all.
√The museum operates in English and French. We are always looking for volunteers speaking both languages, but this is not a requirement for most positions.
Benefits of Volunteering
☆Visit all parts of the museum without any charge.
☆Attend lectures and workshops （if space allows）.
☆Make connections to people with similar natural history, museum and community service interests.
☆Develop job-related customer service, teamwork, interpersonal and administrative skills.
☆Get discounts on gifts at the Nature Boutique!
Volunteer Opportunities
School Programs | Youth Opportunities |
| Volunteers aged 18 and above will support staff in the in-person delivery of workshops to school groups in the museum galleries （ during the school year）and play a key role during the breakout activities, assisting students in their explorations and discoveries. Applicants should be comfortable working with children in a busy environment. | During winter and spring school breaks, there may be a limited number of volunteer opportunities for youth ranging in age from 14 to 17. Volunteers would assist with enhancing our visitors' experience and/or the delivery of special programmes. |
| A．Those under the age of 18. | B．Those available in a two-month holiday. |
| C．Those speaking no French. | D．Those with insufficient natural knowledge. |
| A．Attendance at all lectures. | B．Gifts from the Nature Boutique. |
| C．Training in customer service. | D．Free access to special exhibitions. |
| A．Help hold workshops. | B．Organize breakout activities. |
| C．Keep the environment busy. | D．Teach children in the museum. |
10 . The best online jigsaw puzzles (拼图游戏) you can play right now
Magic Jigsaw Puzzles by ZiMAD
Start as a beginner and become a master with this app, which offers 20,000 HD photos-turned-puzzles. If its broad range of difficulty levels isn’t enough, you can jump into rotation (旋转) mode to step up your game, moving pieces in groups, or participate in weekly tournaments to compete with friends. Puzzles come in a number of visual offerings like paintings and animals.
Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Jigsaw Puzzles from Rottz Games
With over 200 million puzzles played, this app is a gamer’s favorite. Rottz Games offers jigsaw puzzles based on 2,400 photos and 35 themes, with difficulty ranging from beginner (9 pieces) to expert (1,300 pieces). Select from their range of scenes including mountain and castle (城堡) landscapes. Or, if none fit your fancy, you can create custom puzzles by uploading images of your own.
Rating: 4.8 out of 5
Washington Post Online Jigsaw Puzzle
The Washington Post offers a new puzzle to play every day with three difficulty levels: easy, normal, and expert. Some of the latest puzzles include a sandy volleyball scene, a cat on a blanket, and landmark structures from around the world, including the Colosseum in Rome and the Sydney Opera House.
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Jigsaw Puzzles from Easybrain
You’ll find more than 13,000 puzzles on this app, which uses HD quality photos with scores of themes and difficulty ranging from 9 to 400pieces. Select from plenty of categories including animals, art, and more, as well as different difficulty levels. With a daily updated gallery, there will always be a new puzzle at your fingertips.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
1. What is the rating of the app with 20,000 HD photos-turned-puzzles?
| A．4.5 out of 5. | B．4.6 out of 5. |
| C．4.7 out of 5. | D．4.8 out of 5. |
| A．It has more than 2,400 themes. |
| B．It updates its puzzles on a daily basis. |
| C．It offers three difficulty levels to games. |
| D．It allows gamers to create their own puzzles. |
| A．Washington Post Online Jigsaw Puzzle. |
| B．Jigsaw Puzzles from Rottz Games. |
| C．Magic Jigsaw Puzzles by ZiMAD. |
| D．Jigsaw Puzzles from Easybrain. |
