1 . Book Week Scotland 2023
Book Week Scotland was first launched in 2012 by the Scottish Book Trust. Each year, Book Week Scotland takes place across the country, lasting a week during which people of all ages and backgrounds gather together to share the joy of reading. There are also exciting events in honor of the transformative power of reading. This year, it’ll take place from November 13 to 19, themed with the social work profession. The events include:
Social Work Past, Present &Future | Monday, 13th November 16:00～17:00 Join us to look at how social work has changed over time. Hosted by Sarah McMillan, this session will mainly cover a discussion and reflection on social work over the past years. The first 40 people to sign up and attend the seminar (研讨会) will be sent a copy of Future, made up of true stories from people all over Scotland. |
Poetry Helps Workshop | Thursday, 16th November 16:00～17:30 It’ll be led by Samuel Tongue, a widely published poet and experienced workshop leader. In this relaxed workshop, we shall first read some poems together that engage with social issues. We shall then work-through a few simple exercises to produce poems of our own. No experience necessary! |
Poetry Helps Workshop | Saturday, 18th November 10:00～12:00 In this workshop, Dr Ariane Critchley and Dr Autumn Roesch-Marsh will work with practitioners to explore poetry to enhance reflection and creativity within social work practice. There will be an opportunity to read poems, share poems and write poems. This workshop will be held virtually. Participants are asked to bring with them a poem that they have found helpful or inspiring. |
| A．It is targeted at professional writers. | B．It has a history of less than a decade. |
| C．It is a yearly celebration of reading. | D．It aims to promote books on social work. |
| A．Personal stories of Scottish people. |
| B．The historical development of social work. |
| C．Sarah McMillan’s career as a social worker. |
| D．The links between books and social work. |
| A．They are led by famous poets. |
| B．They will be broadcast live online. |
| C．They involve reading and writing poems. |
| D．They ask participants to recommend poets. |
2 . Four Magazines Your Kids Won’t Put Down!
In a world where screens are taking over, magazines can be a fun alternative to give our kids’ eyes a rest. There are all kinds of educational/teacher-recommended magazines you can subscribe to that your kids will love. Here is a list of our favorite magazines for kids to start reading today!
National Geographic Kids
We all know and love the adult version of National Geographic with inspiring and interesting stories and images of various cultures and animals around the world. Help your kids discover these same wonders with a subscription filled with fun activities and a range of topics.
Learn more: nationalgeographic.com
Sports Illustrated Kids
Does your kid love sports and nutrition? Or maybe you’re hoping to inspire them to grab a ball and play outside? Regardless, this sports magazine has the latest updates on athletes, health, and fun articles to learn about the life and experiences of sports players presented in a kid-friendly way.
Learn more: sikids.com
The Week Junior
This educational magazine has tons of engaging stories for girls and boys regarding current events and daily life. You can use this magazine as a tool for reading practice and a source for open and educational discussions at the dinner table.
Learn more: theweekjunior.com
Muse Magazine
This magazine subscription is your kid’s ticket to all things science and crafts-related. The weekly publication includes interesting storytelling, science experiments, and engaging activities for your kids to try at home!
Learn more: shop.cricketmedia.com
1. Which should you subscribe to if your kid is interested in wildlife?| A．National Geographic Kids. | B．Sports Illustrated Kids. |
| C．The Week Junior. | D．Muse Magazine. |
| A．They are both vividly illustrated. |
| B．They are both published weekly. |
| C．They both include science experiments. |
| D．They are both sources for educational discussions. |
| A．A textbook. | B．A kid magazine. | C．A novel. | D．A website. |
3 . Ever wondered about the inner workings of the Two Oceans Aquarium? Perhaps you have questions about how our life support systems work, or how and what the animals in our care are fed? Join a guided Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Aquarium and find out!
●Behind-the-Scenes Tour details
Guided tours take place at 10:00 and 13:00 daily and last up to 75 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete an indemnity form (保证表).
Your Behind-the-Scenes Tour booking includes general access to public areas of the aquarium in the daytime.
A maximum of 8 persons can join a tour.
●Price
R620 per adult (aged 18+) R495 per child (aged 8—17)
The Behind-the-Scenes tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8.
Tours must be booked at least 24 hours in advance, subject to availability.
●How to book a Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Book your Behind-the-Scenes Tour on the official website.
Alternatively, email experience@aquarium.co.za or call us on +27(0)214183823 to book in person at our Visitor Centre.
●Terms and conditions
Please wear your face mask, comfortable clothes and soft-soled shoes appropriate for the beach.
Failure to arrive for your tour will result in cancellation and you will be liable (负有偿付责任的) for the full fee.
1. Which of the following statements is true?| A．The indemnity form should be filled out ahead of time. |
| B．Eleven students can be permitted to join the tour together. |
| C．The public areas of the aquarium can be visited around the clock. |
| D．Half of the fee would be given back if you failed in joining the tour. |
| A．R1115. | B．R1240. | C．R1485. | D．R1735. |
| A．A book review. | B．A news report. | C．A guidebook. | D．A diary. |
4 . Immersive Disney Animation Singapore
Since its world debut in Toronto in December 2022, Immersive Disney Animation has already drawn audiences across 13 North American cities and made an intercontinental splash in Tokyo. Now, this much-awaited journey is about to hit South East Asia for the first time on 18th November 2023 at the Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands!
HIGHLIGHTS
The doors open up to a stunning 360-degree environment that will transport you into the world of Disney’s storytelling. From classic hits to the latest blockbusters like Frozen, Encanto, Zootopia, and Big Hero 6, you can journey through iconic scenes and meet the timeless characters.
The experience goes beyond mere visual delights. There’ll be lots of interactive elements too, including floors that move with you as you explore the galleries, bubble snowfall, wristbands that light up in different colors, and more. Of course, children will be provided with protective gear when they are exploring with parents.
It is also a hands-on adventure that will ignite your creativity and deepen your understanding of the art of animation. Inside the gallery filled with rarely seen exhibits from the Walt Disney Animation Research Library, you can discover animator’s character sketches and get to know some of the incredible animators behind Disney’s legacy. There is also an interactive drawing table to try your hand at drawing your own cartoon characters and make them move.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: From 18th Nov 2023 (Sat)
Opening hours:
Mon–Thu & Sun: 10 am – 10 pm
Fri-Sat: 10 am – 11:30pm
Duration: 90 minutes per slot (时间段)
Exhibition Time-Slots:
10 am; 11:30 am; lpm;2:30 pm;4 pm;5:30 pm;7 pm;8:30 pm
10 pm (Only applicable to Fridays and Saturdays)
Tickets: From $41
CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW.
1. What can you experience in the Immersive Disney Animation Singapore?| A．Feasting your eyes on fantastic magic shows. |
| B．Interacting with Disney characters face to face. |
| C．Creating your own animated cartoon characters. |
| D．Enjoying a 90-minute newly-released Disney film. |
| A．10 am, 19th Nov 2023. | B．11 am, 17th Nov 2023. |
| C．10 pm, 20th Nov 2023. | D．11 pm, 18th Nov 2023. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．An official website. |
| C．A local newspaper. | D．An online shopping platform. |
5 . If you’re interested in pushing yourself academically while experiencing college life, our Summer Programs for Pre-College Students (SPP) can be ideal for you. In the programs, you will be able to make friends with fellow students, engage in social activities around the city and on campus, and experience pre-college summer study at one of the world’s top teaching and research universities.
Our long-running summer term pre-college offerings include a choice of one-, two-, three-, and six-week programs that prepare you for success in college. With five exciting and challenging pre-college summer programs to choose from, you can earn college credit, discover a new subject area, perform cutting-edge research in university labs, or immerse yourself in hands-on learning.
Academic life
SPP invites you to join other highly motivated teens from 87 countries in our summer programs for high school students and take the leap into college life and academics, which enables you to take on new academic challenges, explore a variety of interests and consider possible majors. You can take college courses alongside undergraduates either on campus or online. And you can also earn up to eight college credits by conducting in-depth STEM research with individual instructors or as part of a group project. Or, you can immerse yourself in a variety of stimulating noncredit seminars that blend lectures with experiential learning, discussions, and projects.
Campus/Residence life
Embracing college life is an exciting experience. Whether you live on campus or commute, you’ll get to know the ins and outs of college and city life. If you live on campus, you will stay in the residence hall, sharing a room and participating in dorm activities. There are typically two students per room and safety is our highest priority: residence halls have live-in university staff and 24-hour security. Resident program assistants provide guidance, coordinate and lead social activities, ranging from group activities that include comedy shows to field trips.
Your hard work will be combined with social events and fun activities — and you’ll still have time for your own adventures on campus! EmailtheSPPofficeatsppoffice@mail.edu.
1. What does SPP aim to do?| A．To help college students to achieve academic success. |
| B．To get high school students well-prepared for college life. |
| C．To provide admission guidelines for pre-college students. |
| D．To encourage students to participate in hands-on learning. |
| A．Carry out STEM research. | B．Attend various seminars. |
| C．Finish the courses online. | D．Join in experiential learning. |
| A．They can organize social activities. |
| B．They will have access to a single room. |
| C．They are provided with good security. |
| D．They are advised to direct comedy shows. |
6 . The British Museum is filled with some of the world’s most famous historical items. If you love history, it’s a good place to visit. It is said to be the top museum in London. The museum has millions of objects, making you worry about your first visit.
Advice on your visit
If you need help in exploring the museum’s displays about 80,000 objects from a total collection of 8 million items, try joining a guided tour. There are various free tours. You can also rent audio guides.
Ticket information
Entry to the museum is free, but access to some exhibitions will charge you. The museum limits the number of people in the museum to ensure there’s room for you to safely enjoy your visit. You’re advised to book a free ticket to guarantee the entry. Self-led groups of 10 or more people will need to book a group ticket. School groups should contact the box office to book their visit to the museum.
Opening times
Daily: from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Fridays: 8:30 pm)
Last entry: 4:00 pm (Fridays: 7:30 pm)
The museum is closed from 24 December to 26 December.
Cafes and restaurants
Court Cafés: from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Great Court Restaurant: from 11:30 am to 5:00 pm
Transport
Bicycle racks are available inside the gates of the main entrance on Great Russell Street. If you’re planning to visit by car, please be aware that the museum doesn’t offer parking facilities. There is a taxi rank on Great Russell Street at the museum’s main gates. Going to the museum by bus or subway is very convenient, which can be your first choice.
For more information, visit the British Museum’s website.
1. What may trouble first-time visitors to the museum?| A．Multiple transport choices. | B．Different opening times. |
| C．Rich object collection. | D．High ticket charges. |
| A．4:00 pm. | B．5:00 pm. | C．8:30 pm. | D．10:00 pm. |
| A．Visitors can enjoy early breakfast and late-night dinner in the museum. |
| B．Driving might be the last choice for first-time visitors to go to the museum. |
| C．Visitors are offered free guided tours and audio guides to explore the displays. |
| D．Group visitors have to book the entry tickets on the museum’s website in advance. |
7 . Explore Central Park, one of the largest city parks in the world and one of the most famous symbols of New York. Let’s have a look at its main sights.
Central Park is New York’s largest city park and one of the biggest in the world, with an area of 843 acres. This park is home to man-made lakes, waterfalls, grass and wooded areas. You will also find the Central Park Zoo, among other attractions in this green space of New York.
Besides being the city’s primary green lungs, Central Park is also a favorite spot for many New Yorkers. It is perfect for sunbathing, going for walks, or doing outdoor sports. Something that we found curious is seeing so many people running with their babies in prams (婴儿车).
On Foot or By Bicycle
To get to know some of the wildest parts of Central Park, we suggest walking. However, to get a general feel for the whole park, the best thing to do is to hire a bicycle and enjoy the scenery.
If you decide to hire a bike, you will find lots of bike rental stores around Central Park that are not very expensive.
Open Time
From 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends. From 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on weekdays.
Price
Entry to the Park is free. But if you visit some parks like Central Park Zoo, you need to buy a ticket.
Transport
Subway: Line 5, 6, 7, A, B, C and D. Bus: Line M1, M2, M3, M4 and M10.
1. Which one is right about the Central Park?| A．It is home to natural lakes and waterfalls. |
| B．It is perfect for doing indoor sports. |
| C．It is the largest city park in New York. |
| D．It is the most famous symbol of New York. |
| A．Hiring a bicycle. | B．Entrance to Central Park. |
| C．Visiting Central Park Zoo. | D．Going to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. |
| A．In a science report. | B．In a geography book. |
| C．In a fashion magazine. | D．In a travel guide |
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1. What is the biggest advantage of EnglishScore Tutors?| A．Its tutors are officially approved. | B．It will help you reach your goals. |
| C．It will improve your English skills quickly. | D．It offers sessions according to your needs. |
| A．After you fully pay. | B．After you have your first lesson. |
| C．Before you have your first lesson. | D．When you meet your tutor for the first time. |
| A．To educate. | B．To attract. | C．To help. | D．To inform. |
9 . There are many podcasts (播客) that teach English and you can listen to them anytime. Here is a list of some of the best podcasts that you must see.
Learn English Podcast
This podcast has three levels.The first is for beginners, the second is for intermediates (中级学生) and the third is for upper intermediates. If a person wants to learn Business English,then episodes are also made for him.Every podcast is short but very informative. Worksheets and vocabulary tasks are also included.
Speaking Broadly
This podcast is made for advanced learners. Explained through discussion and interviews, each episode has non-native English speakers and every recording also has expert feedback. You will see some common mistakes made by English learners and you can improve your English by learning from those mistakes.
The English We Speak
This podcast airs one episode daily and every episode is only three to four minutes, which talks about phrases and idioms.There are two people in each episode who communicate with each other. Whatever level you are,you will find it rewarding
Elementary Podcast
This podcast is mainly for beginners and intermediate level learners. The length of a podcast is around 25 minutes but you can pause it anytime and continue whenever you want. The hosts of each episode are different.
1. Which podcast provides exercises going with it?| A．Learn English Podcast. | B．Speaking Broadly. |
| C．The English We Speak | D．Elementary Podcast. |
| A．It records just expert speakers. | B．It aims at beginners. |
| C．It presents some typical mistakes. | D．It provides feedback from listeners. |
| A．They have the same length. | B．They are both interactive. |
| C．They share the same contents. | D．They are suitable for beginners. |
10 . Known as the “Orlando of China”, the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is the world’s largest ocean-theme park. The following are four theme areas and some necessary information.
Ocean Avenue
Behind the giant Manta Ray statue, Ocean Avenue is a giant LED screen showing various animals in the deep sea world, and it is lined with shops for visitors to buy souvenirs.
Ocean Wonders
The Whale Shark Aquarium is here. You can also watch a colorful sea world with thousands of rare fishes, especially the whale shark and manta rays. Besides, you can have an amazing adventure of the deep ocean.
Hengqin Ocean
Most of the wonderful performances are held in and around the Hengqin Ocean. Visitors can enjoy the Musical Fountain, Chimelong Ocean Parade and Ocean Resistance.
Walrus (海象) Hill
Visitors can see cute walruses and a lot of marine birds in the Sea Bird Paradise. Children can also enjoy a mysterious castle adventure with their parents in the Sand Castle. In addition, Mountain Dew Sailing and Jungle Roller Coasters are also must-try adventures in Walrus Hill.
Food and drinks: Among seven theme restaurants, the Undersea Restaurant is the must-try one. The Undersea Restaurant is linked to the Whale Shark Aquarium, where visitors can enjoy delicious food while viewing rare marine animals through the glass viewing screen.
Tickets:
Ticket Type | Regular | Weekends, Public holidays, July & August | |
Adult | 1-day | ¥395 | ¥450 |
2-day | ¥595 | ¥675 | |
Child(aged between 3～11) | 1-day | ¥280 | ¥315 |
2-day | ¥415 | ¥475 | |
A child aged below 3 can enter for free when accompanied by an adult. | |||
1. What can we learn about Ocean Wonders?
| A．You can buy souvenirs there. | B．It is in the center of the kingdom. |
| C．You can have a castle adventure there. | D．It’s near to the Undersea Restaurant. |
| A．Ocean Avenue. | B．Ocean Wonders. | C．Henggin Ocean. | D．Walrus Hill. |
| A．¥790. | B．¥900. | C．¥1, 180. | D．¥1, 215. |
