1 . Where Is Spring Break

Where is Spring Break going to be? The options are endless. Do you want to get your blood pumpingfrom thrilling travels? Look no further! These tours and destinations will keep you on your toes all week long.

Panama: This underrated destination is a little-known secret of the most travelers! Through this touryou’ll get to hike, snorkel (浮潜) and explore all the best sights this beautiful country has to offer! Eight daystours for $ 250 / day.

Canada: This diverse country is full of options. Explore the East of Canada and visit cities such asMontreal, Quebec or Toronto. If you’re feeling adventurous, explore the Western part of the country with aCanadian Rockies Tour. During this twelve days tour you will hike a glacier to beautiful scenery and wanderthrough postcard-worthy villages. Tours to Canada for $200 / day.

Iceland: Check off one of the seven wonders of the world with a tour of the Northern Lights and GoldenCircle. Spend seven days full of adventure like hiking glaciers, snowshoeing through Thingvellir NationalPark, relaxing in the Geysir Hot Springs and of course experiencing the glory of the Northern Lights! Sevendays tours for $ 300 / day.

South Africa: Discover the diverse culture and wildlife that makes up South Africa. Your tour planincludes a journey along the coast known as “Rainbow Nation.” Here you will enjoy beautiful scenery, ahunting travel through Addo Elephant National Park and the wildlife in Tsitsikarnma National Park. Ninedays tours for $230 / day.

1. Which destination costs tourists the most money?

A．Panama.	B．Canada.
C．Iceland.	D．South Africa.

2. What can be learned from the text?

A．Tourists can take a hot shower only in Iceland.

B．Tourists can hike glaciers in both Canada and Iceland.

C．Canada offers Rockies Tour for tourists to explore the East.

D．Tourists can enjoy a hunting travel through Tsitsikamma National Park.

2 . The China National Opera (CNO) will give a concert to celebrate its 50th birthday.

Different generations of CNO vocalists, like Li Guangxi, Yao Hong and Ma Mei, will present the concert which will feature both songs from famous Chinese operas like "The White-haired Girl" and "The Hundredth Bride", as well as, arias of such Western opera classics as" Madame Butterfly"，" La Traviata" and "Rigoletto".

Time/ date: 7:30 p.m., September 7th, 8th

Location: Tianqiao Theatre

Tel: 6551-4787, 8315-6170

Tickets: 60-500 yuan (U.S. $7.2- 60.2)

Folk music

A concert will be held to feature some recently composed traditional Chinese music works.   The concert, given by the Folk Orchestra of the China Opera and Ballet Theatre, will include such pieces as "Memory of Childhood", "Memorial Ceremony for God" and "Wine Song".

Time/date: 7:30 p.m., September 13th

Location: Concert hall at the National Library of China

Tel: 6848 -5462, 6841-9220

Tickets: 30-200 yuan (U.S. $3.6-24.1)

Moon music

A concert of traditional Chinese music will be given on the eve of the Moon Festival which falls on September 21st this year. The concert will feature a number of famous pieces centred on the theme of the moon, such as "Moonlight", "Spring night on a Moonlit River" and "Lofty Mountain and Flowing River."

A number of established traditional Chinese music performers like Zhou Yaokun and Fan Weiqing, will play solos as well as collaborate with the folk music orchestra.

Time / date: 7:30 p.m., September 21st

Location: Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities

Tel: 6606-8888, 6606-9999

Tickets: 40-240 yuan (U.S. $4.8-27)

1. If you want to buy tickets for listening to the music "Memory of Childhood", you will dial _____.

A．6551-4787	B．6848-5462
C．8315-6170	D．6606-9999

2. Which statement is right according to the passage?

A．Li Guangxi, Yao Hong and Ma Mei stand for the same generation of CNO vocalists.

B．"Rigoletto" is a famous piece on the theme of the moon.

C．"Lofty Mountain and Flowing River" is a traditional Chinese music.

D．Zhou Yaokun will play solos and Fan Weiqing will collaborate with the folk music orchestra.

3. "Madame Butterfly" is _____.

A．a Chinese opera	B．a Western opera
C．a piece of music	D．a song

4. In which column of a newspaper will the article be published?

A．Entertainment.	B．People.
C．Culture.	D．Sports.

3 . If you are looking for the place that has everything, there is only one place to visit, and that’s New York. It’s a whole world in a city.

The World of Theater: All of New York is a stage. And it begins with Broadway. Where else can you find so many hit shows in one place? Only in New York!

The World of Music: Spend an evening with Beethoven at Lincoln Center. Swing to the great jazz of Greenwich Village. Or rock yourself silly at the hottest dance spots found anywhere.

The World of Art: From Rembrandt to Picasso. From Egyptian tombs to Indian teepees. Whatever kind of art you like, you will find it in New York.

The World of Fine Dining: Whether it’s roast Beijing duck in Chinatown, lasagna in little Italy, or the finest French coq au vin found everywhere, there is world of great taste waiting for you in New York.

The World of Sights: What other city has a Statue (雕塑) of Liberty? A Rockefeller Center? Or a Bronx Zoo? Where else can you take a horse-drawn carriage through Central Park? Only in New York!

1. From the text we know that “Rembrandt” is most likely to be the name of a famous            .

A．actor	B．painter
C．cook	D．musician

2. Which of the following can visitors do only in New York?

A．To enjoy a Beethoven concert.	B．To taste the finest French coq au vin.
C．To see the Statue of Liberty.	D．To eat Roast Beijing Duck.

3. This passage may be taken from .

A．a handbook for English learners	B．a pocketbook for businessmen
C．a guidebook for foreign travellers	D．a storybook for local readers

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1. What can you do with help of a Mr. H?

A．We can stop using batteries.

B．We can finish our homework on time.

C．We can remember our teacher’s instructions.

D．We can get our room tidied on our way home.

2. What can A PENGO WATCH CONTROL help you do?

A．Repair the TV.

B．Organize our homework.

C．Be a James Bond.

D．Know what the weather is like.

3. How much will cost you if you want to get your Mr. H?

A．＄499	B．＄299
C．＄199	D．＄99

4. Where would you be most likely to find the two texts?

A．On a notice board

B．In a company brochure.

C．On a teenage website

D．In a college newspaper.

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1. Many Americans fail to lose weight probably because _______.

A．they always exercise alone	B．they are too busy to exercise
C．they are under great pressure	D．they don’t get enough exercise

2. What can be inferred from the passage?

A．It does harm to health to lose weight quickly.

B．The workout system does not apply to everyone.

C．Nutrition is also an important part of getting fit.

D．There were some people failed after the 30-day program.

3. How much should a couple pay if they join the gym today?

A．$500.	B．$800.
C．$900.	D．$1,000.

4. Where is this passage most probably taken from?

A．A newspaper.	B．A magazine.
C．A website.	D．A textbook.

5. Who are the target readers of the text?

A．Those who like physical activities

B．Those who want to lose weight

C．Those who are interested in nutrition

D．Those who want to save money

6 . A Guide to the University

Food

The TWU Cafeteria is open 7 am to 8 pm. It serves snacks, drinks, ice cream bars and meals. You can pay with cash or your ID cards. You can add meal money to your ID cards at the Front Desk. Even if you do not buy your food in the cafeteria, you can use the tables to eat your lunch, to have meetings and to study.

If you are on campus in the evening or late at night, you can buy snacks, fast food, and drinks in the Lower Café located in the bottom level of the Gouglas Centre. This area is often used for entertainment such as concerts, games or TV watching.

Relaxation

The Globe, located in the bottom level of McMillan Hall, is available for relaxing, studying , cooking, and eating. Monthly activities are held here for all international students. Hours are 10 am to 10 pm, closed on Sundays.

Health

Located on the top floor of Douglas Hall, the Wellness Centre is committed to physical, emotional and social health. A doctor and nurse is available if you have health questions or need immediate medical help or personal advice. The cost of this is included in your medical insurance. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am to noon and 1:00 to 4:30 pm.

Transportation

The TWU Express is a shuttle service. The shuttle transports students between campus and the shopping centre, leaving from the Mattson Centre. Operation hours are between 8 am and 3 pm. Saturdays only. Round trip fare is $1.

1. What can you do in the TWU Cafeteria?

A．Do homework and watch TV	B．Have meals and meet with friends
C．Buy drinks and enjoy concerts	D．Add money to your ID and play chess

2. Where and when can you cook your own food?

A．The TWU Cafeteria , Friday	B．The Lower Café, Sunday
C．The Globe, Friday	D．The Mattson Centre, Saturday.

3. The Guide tells us that the Wellness Centre   _________.

A．gives advice on mental health	B．offers services free of charge
C．trains students in medical care	D．is open six days a week

7 . A RICHMOND EXPERIMENTAL THEATRE

Learn to act introduces people to a broad range of acting techniques. It is specially geared to those with little or no acting experience. The atmosphere is relaxed and unthreatening and great emphasis is placed on developing the confidence and abilities of people who may initially be a little apprehensive!

B   WORLD CULTURE DAY

Brazilian Street Percussion

2：30—4：50

Samba percussion workshop. Lift your spirits with the taste of carnival! It doesn't matter whether you're an experienced musician or a complete beginner; you'll be creating complex exotic rhythms in no time.

African Storytelling

3：45—4：45

The magical African storytelling tradition of narration, poetry and proverbs. An event for all the family.

C   SCOTTISH DANCING

IT'S FUN

IT'S GOOD EXERCISE

● We have classes for dancers of all abilities.

● Previous experience is not essential.

● All you need to bring is a pair of soft shoes and enthusiasm.

● Classes are held in a number of places and at different times.

● We guarantee you a warm welcome.

D   DRAWING IN COLOUR

An intensive workshop for beginners

Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th October

This unusual workshop offers instruction in effective ways to draw in colour. Activities will include study of light and shade and ways to express mood and emotion in colour.

The small class(12 students) assures maximum attention for each student. Professional quality materials are included in the fee of ￡95.

1. Sarah is a full­time mother who wants more fun exercise. She would probably choose __________.

A．Richmond experimental theatre

B．World culture day

C．Scottish dancing

D．Drawing in colour

2. Before going to Drawing in colour, you should __________.

A．be very good at painting

B．learn to control your emotion

C．take along painting materials with you

D．pay for the course in advance

3. Which of following statements is CORRECT according to the advertisements?

A．All courses provide flexible schedule for full­time workers.

B．No fees are charged for these courses.

C．No previous experience is required to attend a class.

D．None of the courses is suitable for kids.

8 . Look at the map of Spain and point at the center. You've located the country's capital and one of Europe's most beautiful cities: Madrid. This popular destination is considered a city of contrasts with its abundant historic sites, resting in the shadows of modern skyscrapers.

History

This city of over 3 million people is proud of Western Europe's largest royal palace, and some consider it to be Madrid's most beautiful building.

Inside the Royal Palace 2,800 rooms are decorated in glory with museum-quality furniture and artworks. Tourists can tour 50 of these large and splendid rooms.

Art

The Internationally respected Prado Museum is the largest and most impressive art gallery in Spain. Opened in 1819, it is filled with works of art that feature the world's most comprehensive collection of Spanish paintings.

Shopping

Madrid has some of Europe's best shopping, and potential buyers love to look through the stores looking for bargains. But for 500 years, shoppers have gathered to an extremely large outdoor flea market known as the Rastro where they find everything from antiques to CDs.

Entertainment

No trip to Madrid is complete without seeing a performance of Spain's famous art form, flamenco. Every day, flamenco performers sing, dance or play the guitar in small cafes and grand theaters alike.

Food

Madrid has a wide variety of restaurants, but because the Spanish typically eat late at about 9 or 10 p.m., it's difficult to find good dinner food earlier. If you get hungry before then, the best solution is to try a tapas bar where light snacks are served. Be sure to try the jamon, a kind of dry-cured ham: Spain is famous for it.

1. What do we know about the Royal Palace in Madrid?

A．It has 50 rooms for visit.

B．It can hold 2, 800 people.

C．It's been visited by 3 million people.

D．It is thought to be the largest in Europe.

2. What kind of market is “the Rastro”？

A．For discount.

B．For artworks.

C．To sell various goods.

D．To sell antiques and CDs.

3. What is a must when travelling in Madrid?

A．Having dinner earlier.

B．Enjoying flamenco.

C．Visiting Prado Museum.

D．Drinking in a tapas bar.

9 . Booking a Theatre

These locations have theatres available for rental：

*Fairview               *Palmerston            *York Woods

Priority Bookings

Each June, theatre booking requests for dates in the following calendar year (January to December) are accepted. For more information, call the Room Booking Unit at 416-397-5969.

Regular Bookings

For people who didn't make a booking request in June, call the Room Booking Unit at 416-397-5969 to check for remaining dates.

Completing a Booking

Once the library receives a request, staff will check the availability and place a tentative booking for you. You will then receive a contract that you must return with payment within 10 calendar days of the tentative booking and with a minimum of two months before the first booking to confirm the booking.

Payment

Payment for the first booking and any bookings in the current month is due when you return the signed contract. If you have booked for multiple months, payments for those months are due at the beginning of each month.

Type of Organization	Theatre	Rate
Non-profit Groups Woods	Fairview or York Woods	$418.00/day
	Palmerston	$209.00/day
Commercial	Fairview or York Woods	$163.00/hr
	Palmerston	$150.00/hr

1. What’s required if you want to make priority bookings?

A．Calling the library first.	B．Booking in previous June.
C．Having a look at the theatre beforehand.	D．Paying a visit to the Room Booking Unit.

2. When should you make payments if you book a theatre in the current month?

A．Ten days before the booking.	B．When you make the booking.
C．When you return the contract.	D．At the beginning of the month.

3. What’s the rate if a non-profit organization rents a theatre at Palmerston?

A．$418.00/day.	B．$209.00/day.
C．$163/hr.	D．$150.00／hr.

10 . There are many theme parks in Florida. These amusement parks are designed for kids big and small and have plenty to offer adults, too.

Magic Kingdom

Orlando is the center of theme parks in Florida. Of all the parks, no trip to Orlando would be complete without a visit to Magic Kingdom. The center of Disney world, with Main Street USA and Cinderella's Castle, is here at Magic Kingdom. There are rides for kids of all ages as well as shopping and dining.

Epcot

After Magic Kingdom, the best-known theme park in Disney World is Epcot. This is a good place for curious kids who want to learn about the planets, the stars, and the workings of the human body. The good and wine festival is another big draw to Epcot.

Animal kingdom

When it comes to the top 4 Florida theme parks, Animal kingdom must be on the list. You may have had the chance to go to a zoo before, but Animal kingdom brings the concept of a zoo to new heights. Sure you can go on the safari (狩猎旅行), but there are also rides on different animals, even dinosaurs.

Universal's Island of Adventure

If your kids have the need for speed, you will surely want to check out Universal's Island of Adventure. Here roller coasters and thrill rides will combine the magic of the movies with plenty of twists (旋转) and turns. You'll also find Wizarding World of Harry Potter here---something the whole family is sure to enjoy.

1. Epcot would most probably attract those who love ________.

A．rides

B．science

C．animals

D．work

2. What makes Animal Kingdom different from other zoos?

A．Having rides on different animals.

B．Allowing people to watch new movies.

C．Having many different kinds of animals.

D．Allowing people to learn about dinosaurs.

3. Where would you go if you are a big fan of Harry Potter?

A．Epcot

B．Magic Kingdom

C．Animal Kingdom

D．Universal's Island of Adventure