4 . STEM Summer Programs for High School Students

STEM is a term that stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Here is a list of some of the best STEM summer camps for high school students.

Future Matters Program

It is an eight-week paid summer research experience for high school students. This is a hands-on program for worldwide students interested in going after a career in medical research. Students will attend seminars led by faculty and participate in discussions with peers.

Simons Summer Research

It is a seven-week program located at Stony Brook University. Students will have the opportunity to participate in special workshops, tours and events. They will conclude the program by producing a written research abstract and research poster.

Research Science Institute

It is the first cost-free program of its kind. During this seven-week program, students will dive deeper into the world of science and engineering by experiencing the entire research cycle. In this program, students attend classes conducted by famous professors and prepare oral presentations to present their research.

Program in Math for Young Scientists

This program is a six-week intensive mathematics program designed for students across the globe. Unlike common programs, it offers a great deal of independence for students to choose their own schedules and decide what they want to study. Besides learning, there is also “mandatory (强制)fun time” built into the weekly schedule so that students are able to have non-math related activities.

1. Which program will be summarized with written material?

A．Future Matters Program.	B．Simons Summer Research.
C．Research Science Institute.	D．Program in Math for Young Scientists.

2. What do Simons Summer Research and Research Science Institute have in common?

A．Expense.

B．Requirement.

C．Duration.

D．Content.

3. What’s special in Program in Math for Young Scientists?

A．Cultivating independent sill.	B．Attending non-math activities.
C．Enrolling international students.	D．Tailoring personal schedules.

5 . Here is your best chance to travel around the UK in 2019: More than 200 B&Bs (bed & breakfast) across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are selected to offer you amazing services for your stay at their lowest prices! Don’t miss it. Just collect the vouchers (活动券) in our B&B Daily printed from 01/04/2019 to 07/04/2019 and book the stays for your travel following the terms and conditions below:

•The offer includes a room for the night and a breakfast the next morning.

•The offer is of two kinds: ￡20 per room, valid (有效的) during stay period of 02/04/2019—31/05/2019 and then again 01/09/2019—31/10/2019; ￡35 per room, per night, valid during stay period of 01/06/2019—31/08/2019.

•The offer is valid for a basic twin or double room only.

•The stay must be booked directly with the chosen B&Bs before 28/04/2019.

•Each voucher can only be used by the holder to book one room for one night.

•If voucher holders book either the￡20 or￡35 per room per night, any additional services such as lunch, evening meal or activities may require an extra charge. But these are not required in order to take up the offer. Please check directly with your chosen B&Bs to see what extra services are available.

•Vouchers must be presented on arrival. If no vouchers are presented, the B&Bs may reserve (保留) the right to charge at full price for every night of stay.

•Vouchers may not be used together with any other offer.

•The voucher holders must pay for the stay in full at the time of booking. Additional￡10 may be paid to confirm (确认) the booking and will be returned on arrival.

•The B&Bs reserve the right to refuse voucher holders’ bookings for people under the age of eighteen.

1. The voucher can be used for a stay at a chosen B&B on ______________.

A．09/01/2019	B．04/02/2019
C．01/03/2019	D．28/04/2019

2. How much should be paid for a two-night stay in October 2019 at a chosen B&Bs?

A．￡70.

B．￡40.

C．￡35.

D．￡30.

3. What right do the B&Bs reserve?

A．To charge extra￡10 for bookings with no vouchers.

B．To refuse bookings for guests under the age of 18.

C．To charge at full price for stays not confirmed.

D．To request extra charges as tips.

4. By taking up the offer, the voucher holders can choose to___________.

A．book either a basic twin or double room at the chosen B&Bs

B．have lunch or evening meal without paying extra money

C．use the B&Bs offer together with other offers

D．book the stays through B&B Daily

6 . Things to Do in London This Weekend

Now, some of the most cherished London venues have opened their doors again. Take a look at our lists of exactly what is opening up in London.

Columbia Road Flower Market

The Columbia Road Flower Market is reopening this weekend, but it will be quite different. Stands will be spread out. Nearby roads will be closed and there will be a limit on the number of people who can enter the market. The statement is also calling on locals to support the market but advises people not to visit frequently in order to avoid overcrowding.

Lambeth Country Show

The festival of countryside won' t be held in its usual home of Brock well Park this year. However, it is being taken online instead. All your favourite aspects of the fair will be part of the virtual edition this weekend, including the highly popular Vegetable Sculpture Competition and other usual lower show competitions, local-themed talks, craft market and virtual music performances.

Walthamstow Garden Party

The free two-day festival in E17 is going online this year. Over the weekend you can tune in to music and take part in online workshops from crafting to Tai Chi. Don't miss the highlight of the weekend: East London Radio' s first-ever live show taking place across the weekend with behind-the-scenes chats with local artists, live music from St Mary's Church and much more.

Brixton Courtyard

A new beer garden is opening in Brixton with D sets, wine tastings and more in a safe environment. South London music venue Brixton Jamm has improved its outdoor space with spaced-out booths and picnic benches.

1. What measure will be taken in Columbia Road Flower Market?

A．Canceling the stands

B．Forbidding travelers to visit.

C．Limiting the customer number.

D．Checking the temperature of travelers.

2. What are Lambeth Country Show and the festival in E17 in common?

A．Both are held online.	B．Both last for two days.
C．Both include competitions.	D．Both present virtual music.

3. Which of the following will you recommend if someone wants to have a drink?

A．Columbia Road Flower Market.	B．Lambeth Country Show.
C．Walthamstow Garden Party	D．Brixton Courtyard.

7 . A walking tour in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

Rocky Mountain National Park covers about 41square miles with dozens of mountain peaks. More than 250 species of birds will delight your senses and more than 900 types of wildflowers will keep you marveling(感到惊奇) at their beauty.

Your Colorado walking tour officially begins. To ensure that you arrive on time we strongly suggest that you arrive one day before the departure date.

Day 1   The trip begins at 1: 00 p. m. Travel by bus to Rocky Mountain National Park. Check in our accommodations, enjoy a fresh lunch and head into the park for our first hike.

Day 2   During today’s hike we will cover 3.8 miles. We’ll stop to enjoy both “The Pool” and Fern Falls on our way to Fern Lake. You’ll enjoy every minute of today’s hike and then spend a relaxing evening in the town of Estes Park.

Day 3   Glacier Gorge, the main section of the Park, has some of the most beautiful attractions in the Park. Today we’ll push our boots up the trail to Black Lake, about 4.7 miles. With views of Longs Peak, we’ll hike past a major waterfall and several smaller lakes before arriving at Black Lake.

Day 4   Today we’ll head to Wild Basin, southeast of the main park area, for a hike to Ouzel Lake. Wild Basin traverses(穿过) through Aspen forest past rushing streams, to a high mountain lake where we will enjoy a picnic lunch.

Day 5   The Flat Top Mountain area will delight your senses with thick forests and meadows of abundant wildflowers. Our feet will carry us for about 8.8 miles.

Day 6   Catch the Estes Park Shuttle to Denver International Airport or continue on your own to other adventures!

1. Where will people sleep on the second day?

A．By Black Lake.	B．By Fern Lake.
C．On Flat Top Mountain.	D．In the town of Estes Park.

2. When will people hike in Glacier Gorge?

A．Day 1.

B．Day 2.

C．Day 3.

D．Day 4.

3. What can people enjoy in the Flat Top Mountain area?

A．Lots of flowers.	B．Major waterfall.
C．Rushing streams.	D．A lake.

4. Who will be interested in the text?

A．The people who like hiking.	B．The teachers.
C．The gardeners.	D．The managers.

8 . The broad range of activities that are available for Activities Week (Wednesday 15^th – Tuesday 21^th January 2020) are listed below:

Formula 1 jet car racing (F1R)

●Design, build and race your own miniature F1 car．As a team you must take on individual roles to build the fastest car．Do you have a gift for design? Are you interested in aerodynamics (空气动力学)? Are you super competitive? Let your car do the talking on the track, where milliseconds count．

●Leader: Mr. Williams

●Cost: £20

●Deposit: £20

●Other: could lead to national championship jet car racing

●Places: 30

Photography Workshop (PHO)

●Learn how to take, edit and present photographs like a professional．Unlimited access to the latest Adobe software and use of a proper DSLR Nikon camera．There will be a trip to Paignton Zoo where you will put your newly learned skills and knowledge to the test．The week will conclude with an exhibition of your work．

●Leader: Mr. Tyrer

●Cost: £22

●Deposit: £22

●Other:

●Places: 45

Parkour (PKA)(跑酷)

●This activity will involve 3 days of intensive and exciting Parkour training indoors, starting with the basic skills and gradually progressing as the week goes on．You will then have the opportunity during the last 2 days to put your new skills to use and will create and edit your very own Parkour film as well as getting the opportunity to watch some of the popular movies with Parkour in．

●Leader: Mrs. Perkins

●Cost: £46

●Deposit: £20

●Other: only 12 places so you may not get a place if you did this before

●Places: 12

Story Tellers (STO)

●What’s your story? Explore creative writing through a series of visits, including Exeter Museum and Dawlish, as well as a trip on a steam train to Dunster castle in Somerset．Then, back at school, workshop and explore those ideas with expert help from author, Emma Carroll.”

●Leader: Ms. Steed

●Cost: £70

●Deposit: £30

●Other:

●Places: 25

1. Which of the following activities can take the most members now?

A．Formula 1 jet car racing (F1R)．	B．Photography Workshop (PHO)．
C．Parkour (PKA)．	D．Story Tellers (STO)．

2. Story Tellers (STO) is most suitable for those who are interested in          ．

A．writing

B．sports

C．photography

D．design

3. Through the activities listed above, the members can          ．

A．entertain themselves	B．learn how to communicate
C．gain some kind of skill	D．know what to get in life

9 . Among the many things that Brisbane(布里斯班), Australia, does really well, is the care for kids. Here's a list of places that we think will be suitable for your kids.

Swimming pools

Simple way for happiness: mix kids with water.Of course, this is a choice for the hot summer months.

Parks

Free outdoor fun—that's what Brisbane's parks offer kids of all ages. Parks encourage imagination and activity for little people and a place for parents to let them run wild.

The Children's Art Centre

The Children's Art Centre has proven very popular with their programs and exhibitions. We love the artist－run workshops and performances (unusually you must pay some money) specially designed for children too.

South Bank Parklands

South Bank Parklands has everything you need to keep little ones amused. Take them for a swim at the man－made beach, play on one of the playgrounds by the river.On weekends, go through the arts market or go to a cheap movie at the South Bank cinema.South Bank Parklands often hosts free events and performances too.

Roma Street Parkland

Close to bus transport, this inner city parkland is easily accessible(可进入的) and ideal for kids of all ages. Younger kids can take a trip on the Jelly Bean Express, a 1.3 km trackless train ride around the parkland or there's a playground to explore. Free entry and open daily.

Skating and climbing

We love the places that let the kids expend all that youthful energy.Take them roller skating(滑旱冰) or ice skating.Or try rock climbing at a variety of indoor and outdoor places around Brisbane.

1. If your kids want to watch performances for free, you can take them to ________．

A．South Bank Parklands	B．Roma Street Parkland
C．The Children's Art Centre	D．Parks

2. What can we know about Roma Street Parkland?

A．It opens only at weekends.

B．Only younger kids can visit it.

C．We need not buy tickets for a visit.

D．You have to walk when visiting it.

3. What do kids love best in the Children's Art Centre in Brisbane ________．

A．Man－made beach	B．Some exhibitions
C．Arts market	D．Cheap movies

4. What does the text mainly talk about?

A．Brisbane—a beautiful city in Australia.

B．Some interesting places for kids in Brisbane.

C．The best time to visit Brisbane.

D．How to travel in Brisbane.

10 . Joe is interested in getting exercise and competing (竞争) on a team. He reads about the events at the local pools and finds the perfect activity.

Swimming Programs
Summer Swim Team

Join a Summer Swim Team and compete with other swimmers! The program is offered at eight different local pools for youths to 17 years old. The season runs June 21-August 21. Practices are daily (Monday through Friday) throughout the summer. Cost: $50.00.

Buckman	2-3 P.M.	Montavilla	8-9 A.M.
Creston	7-9 A.M.	Peninsula	4-7 P.M.
Dishman	8-9 A.M.	Pier	noon-1 P.M.
Grant	8-10 A.M.	Sellwood	7-9 A.M.

Junior Swim Instructor (少年游泳教练)

Two weeks, 20 hours of instruction, two hours per day for children 11-14 years old. Pre-training for youths interested in becoming swim instructors ($45 per child).

Junior Lifeguard (救生员)

Two weeks, 30 hours of instruction, three hours per day for children 11-14 years old. Pre-training in life-guarding, and customer (消费者) service ($45 per child).

Junior Swim Instructor & Junior Lifeguard Training Dates

June 28-July 9	August 9- August 20
June 12-July 23	August 23- September 3
June 26-August 6

Special Offer

Anyone who takes part in both junior swim instructor and junior lifeguard programs at the same time need only spend $75 instead of $90 for 50 hours of training.

Register(注册) Online

You can now register online! Visit our website at http://www.example.com. You can choose an area of town, a specific local center, a program, or search for classes which can meet the needs of students of different ages. Just visit our website, and you're on your way!

1. If Joe joins the Summer Swim Team, he _______.

A．needs to pay $45.00	B．begins training at 6 A.M.
C．has to practice for two months	D．needs to practice for 7 days a week

2. Anyone who wants to be a junior swim instructor should 　　　 .

A．be 11-14 years old	B．pay the instructor by the hour
C．do at least 30 hours of training	D．be an experienced junior lifeguard

3. If Joe is only free in the late afternoon, he will probably train at ________.

A．Buckman	B．Peninsula
C．Pier	D．Sellwood

4. If a 13-year-old boy wants to take part in the swimming programs, he can   ________.

A．take classes online	B．choose his instructor
C．have classes half-price	D．register on the website