1 . If you have no difficulty in understanding what native English speakers say in daily life, there is a whole new world of brilliant podcast (播客) series to explore. If you aren’t sure where to start, have a look at these:
 | The Joc Rogan Experience ★★★★★ The Joc Rogan Experience is a great learning device because of its interesting English conversations between Rogan and his guests. At the time of writing there have been over 1,660 episodes with subjects ranging from comedy and science to politics and sports. Rogan is also a famous stand-up comedian, so the show is full of cultural references and idioms. |
 | This American Life ★★★★★ This American Life is a great choice for English learners who want an insight into the culture of the USA. It is a mixture of journalism and storytelling, focusing on real-life tales from citizens of all regions of the country. The stories are new and varied. One episode was taped for 24 hours in an all-night restaurant; another interviewed workers on strike. |
 | The Writer's Voice ★★★★☆ The New Yorker is a famous American magazine, and every week it prints a new short story. In this podcast, the week's story is read aloud by its writer. The published work covers a wide range of life experiences across the United States and beyond. It's a great way to enjoy some of the best new fiction in the country. |
 | Overheard at National Geographic ★★★★★ National Geographic is a much-loved American magazine (and TV channel) famous for incredible stories and photography related to science and the environment. Overheard is about the discussions Nat Geo employees have had while taking breaks. Expect crazy stories from explorers, photographers, and scientists from around the world. |
| A．have interaction with hosts |
| B．have good English competence |
| C．be interested in being a podcaster |
| D．be familiar with American social life |
| A．The Writer's Voice. |
| B．This American Life. |
| C．The Joe Rogan Experience. |
| D．Overheard at National Geographic. |
| A．They enjoy great popularity. |
| B．Their stories are set in America. |
| C．They are attached to magazines. |
| D．Their works are updated weekly. |
2 . Princeton University Art Event
Program Information for Gaucho: A New Musical
March 8-10, 2024, in Wallace Theater
Presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater &Music Theater.
Gaucho:A New Musical
Book, music and lyries (歌词) by Princeton University seniors Aaron Ventresca and Emmu Ventresca; directed by lecturer Nicuo Krell with music direction by guest artist Gia Gan.
Run Time
Approximately 2 hours(including a 10-minute intermission).
Setting
In this new musical set in nineteenth-century Argentina, the gaucho (高乔人) community of San Antonio de Areco (a town in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina) faces growing threats to its traditional way of life from large landowners’ newest technology-barbed (带刺的) wire fence. A young gaucho named Mateo struggles to break free from his family’s dying way of life to become a writer. Then with some help, Mateo escapes to Buenos Aires. There, he meets Sofia, who shakes his narrow-minded view of the world. As modernity takes shape, Mateo is torn between choices:his family or the one he could create, his culture or the movements of the world.
Special Notes
No flash photography permitted. Please silence all electronic devices including mobile phone and watches, and avoid text messaging for the duration of the performance.
Tickets &Details
Performances are free and open to the public;advance tickets required. If a performance is listed as sold out, a wait list will be formed at the door with a limited number of tickets available.
Accessibility
The Wallace Theater is an accessible venue with an assistive listening system. Guests in need of other access accommodations are invited to contact the Lewis Center at least one week in advance at lewiscenter@princeton. edu.
1. Who created the Gaucho: A New Musical?| A．Guest artist Gia Gan. |
| B．Two university students. |
| C．Lecturer Nico Krell. |
| D．Artists in the Wallace Theater. |
| A．A romantic love story. |
| B．A movement of culture. |
| C．The change of lifestyle. |
| D．The immigration of a community. |
| A．Pay for performances in advance. |
| B．Wait in line at the door of the theatre. |
| C．Contact the Lewis Center for tickets. |
| D．Switch off their electronic devices. |
3 . SEA Summer High School Programs 2022
Science at SEA
Science at SEA is a four-week program for rising high school juniors and seniors, as well as recent high school graduates, which focuses on the coastal and offshore marine environment around Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The program includes a shore component on the SEA campus in Woods Hole and a sea component aboard the Sailing School Vessel (SSV) Corwith Cramer.
July 21 — August 13 Expense: $4,000
SEA Quest
SEA Quest is a two-week program that welcomes high school students and recent graduates. Participants will gain hands-on experience conducting field research, sailing at all ship, and understanding of the complexities of creating and managing marine reserves. They return home with a broader sense of the ocean's importance to our planet and the need to preserve this precious resource for future generations. Life here is fast-paced. No prior sailing experience is necessary. Strong desire to learn is required!
July 11 — July 22 Expense: $3,200
SEA Cape
This three-week summer program at SEA offers current high school students the opportunity to study the marine environment from a variety of perspectives: scientific, historical, and literary. Participants live and study at our campus in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.
June 27 — July 14 Expense: $3,800
SEA Expedition
This two-week summer program for high school students, including graduating seniors, is centered on learning by doing. SEA Expedition is a multidisciplinary experience that welcomes students to participate in every aspect of a challenging offshore sailing and oceanographic expedition, and occurs entirely aboard the SSV Corwith Cramer. Life at sea is fast-paced and tough.
July 5 — July 17 Expense: $3,500
1. Which program lasts the longest?| A．Science at SEA. | B．SEA Quest. | C．SEA Cape. | D．SEA Expedition. |
| A．Previous experience in sailing. | B．Great eagerness to study the sea. |
| C．Ability to conduct scientific experiments. | D．Knowledge of sea resources preservation. |
| A．It offers opportunities of sailing. | B．It entirely takes place on a ship. |
| C．It features many relaxing activities. | D．It allows graduates to participate in. |
4 . While you may be a master of buying Secret Santa gifts or white elephant gifts, shopping for a college student can be quite tricky. Whether you’re shopping for a soon-to-be graduate or a college freshman, our guide has you covered on the best gifts for college students.
For the goal setter: Ban.do 12-month Planner
Gifts for college students that help them achieve their academic targets are always a good idea. This 12-month planner includes year, month and week views to keep classes and extracurriculars organized; while the handwriting on the cover (endless possibilities) provides positive inspiration. There’s also fun artwork, a coloring page and stickers to customize (定制) their planner.
For the tech lover: Apple 10.2-inch iPad
If your college student is glued to their laptop, the addition of an iPad will be a welcome one. It has ten hours of battery life, two cameras and a wide 10.2-inch display that’s perfect for note taking, movie watching and snapping photos. This useful tech gift also pairs with a set of AirPods or an Apple Pencil to help maximize its usage.
For photograph beginners: Fujifilm Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer
Got a teen who’s always taking photos with their iPhone or camera? Fujifilm Instax Smartphone Printers will definitely delight everyone. It’s one of the greatest gifts for photographers because it allows them to easily print their favorite shots with just the click of a button.
For the coffee lover: Ember Temperature-Controlled Coffee Cup
Future programmers can keep their Joe warm with this app-controlled smart cup. Coffee stays hot for up to 1.5 hours, or all day when paired with the included charging coaster(杯垫). You can even select the exact temperature you prefer. It’s a thoughtful and useful gift for coffee lovers.
Stop hunting for the best products and deals — get our latest information on secret sales and discounts, gift ideas for everyone and can’t-miss products.
1. Who is the most likely intended receiver of a Ban.do 12-month Planner?| A．A soon-to-be graduate with a gift for art. |
| B．A college freshman good at handwriting. |
| C．A junior college student who enjoys planning. |
| D．A senior college student with regular extracurriculars. |
| A．When connected to a laptop. |
| B．When charged for ten hours. |
| C．When paired with Apple products. |
| D．When equipped with a 10.2-inch display. |
| A．They can be charged by cellphones. |
| B．They can be controlled by cellphones. |
| C．They meet individuals’ different requirements. |
| D．They are designed for students with IT-smart brains. |
5 . Welcome to WSU Libraries! In this guide, we’ll unlock the mysteries of call numbers and location prefixes. Knowing these helps you quickly locate and access your desired books.
Call Numbers
Books and material are arranged on our shelves according to the Library of Congress (LC) classification system. These call numbers uniquely identify and organize items near other material on the same or similar subjects. Consider the call number: LB2395 C65 1991.
♦ LB defines the subject area. The call letters are typically arranged in alphabetical (字母的) order, starting from A and continuing through the alphabet. Knowing the letter(s) for your subject area gives you a place to start browsing the shelves. For example: A — General works; B — Philosophy, Psychology, Religion; D — world History; G — Geography; H— social sciences; J — Political science; K — Law; L— Education; M — Music; N — Arts; P— Language and Literature; Q — science. For more, click here.
♦ 2395 is the classification number, which further distinguishes the subject matter. Read as a whole number: 1, 2, 3, 45, 100, 2430.
♦ C65 is the Cutter number and usually represents the author’s last name. Find C, then 65. Read the number as a decimal (小数).
♦ 1991 is the year of publication.
Location Prefixes
Some call numbers have a location prefix. Location prefixes mean that the book or material is shelved in a special place, and may have loan restrictions. WSU uses the following prefixes:
| A．An Introduction to Modern Art. | B．The ABC of Computer science. |
| C．The Recycling of waste oils. | D．A short History of France. |
| A．C78. | B．S53. | C．W67. | D．L59. |
| A．0n the 2nd or 4th floor of the library. |
| B．In the Reference Area on the 1st floor. |
| C．In the Circulation Area on the 1st floor. |
| D．At the Learning Resources Center on the 2nd floor. |
6 . A city can become famous and experience a significant increase in visitors due to the influence of a well-liked film or a TV drama. For audiences, stepping into the scenes and experiencing the daily lives of the characters has become a new travel trend. Over the past year, several films and TV dramas have put their shooting locations into the public spotlight.
Qingdao in Shandong province
The Wandering Earth 2, a sci-fi that explores digital life and space journey, showcases impressive sci-fi scenes.90 percent of the film was shot in different places of Qingdao city, including the Jiaozhou Bay Bridge-the world’s longest cross-sea bridge, and the TAG Art Museum. For sci-fi fans, visiting Qingdao to explore the movie’s filming locations has become a popular trend.
Jiangmen in Guangdong province
The hit show The Knockout made Jiangmen an important tourism destination. As the hometown for many overseas Chinese, the city features historical cultural street scenes and South Asian-style architecture. The city has recorded more than 3.34 million trips in the past two months, which has generated over 3.4 billion yuan of tourism income, reflecting a notable rise of 124.3 percent compared to the same period the previous year.
Ningbo Museum in Zhejiang province
The primary setting for the sci-fi TV drama Three-Body Problem, Ningbo Museum, has caught significant attention. The museum integrates regional cultural features, traditional architectural elements, and modern techniques. Following the TV show’s release, daily visitor numbers rocketed to 5,000, marking a remarkable 220 percent year-on-year increase.
Taiyuan Ancient County in Shanxi province
Full River Red, directed by Zhang Yimou, set the Taiyuan Ancient County on fire with excitement. The movie highlights the county’s complex and narrow streets. The county now draws over 40,000 tourists every day, a significant rise compared to the daily 20,000 previously. Notably, one-third of these tourists were from outside Shanxi province, according to local statistics.
1. Which place best suits visitors who appreciate buildings of foreign style?| A．Qingdao city. | B．Jiangmen city. |
| C．Ningbo Museum. | D．Taiyuan Ancient County. |
| A．Its characteristic streets. | B．Its disastrous fire. |
| C．Its increasing population. | D．Its economic growth. |
| A．Their income depends heavily on tourism. | B．Their architecture integrates different cultures. |
| C．They are famous for their historical landmarks. | D．They become a hit through films or TV dramas. |
7 . Coachella Music & Arts Festival
Is there really anything we could tell you about Coachella that you don’t already know? It’s a great big melting pot of fashion, A-list music, giant art structures and super exciting moments. This festival is definitely one of the top festivals.
When & where: 15th~17th & 22nd~24th April, 2022; Indio, California, USA
Montreux Jazz Festival
Montreux Jazz Festival is held every year since 1967. There is no older festival than this in Montreux. What’s more, few others anywhere in the world have such impressive previous performers, from Miles Davis, B. B. King and Nina Simone through to David Bowie, Bob Dylan and Queen. To this day the Lake Geneva shoreline is a center for creative talents from across the globe, performing in venues throughout the Swiss city.
When & where: 10th~15th July, 2022; Montreux, Switzerland
Snowbombing
If skiing by day and dancing by night is your thing, there are plenty of snow sports festival options in Europe, but none with quite the same clout(影响力) as Snowbombing. Outdoor and indoor venues host the most impressively A-list lineup you’ll find on the slopes, and the crowd may wear everything from bright pink snowsuits to group-coordinated fancy dress.
When & where; 4th~9th April, 2022; Mayrhofen, Austria
Creamfields
The flagship festival of the iconic Cream brand, which became famous through its famous Liverpool club nights back in the 1990s, Creamfields is the UK’s premier electronic music weekend. Attracting over 70,000 people and over 300 of the world’s hottest dance acts performing across 30 stages over the four-day weekend, its lineups are as diverse as they are top-tier(顶层的).
When & where: 26th~29th August, 2022; Daresbury, UK
1. When can you attend a jazz festival?| A．On 23rd April, 2022. | B．On 12th July, 2022. |
| C．On 8th April.2022. | D．On 27th August, 2022. |
| A．Dance at night. | B．Admire art structures. |
| C．Enjoy B. B. King’s music. | D．Join in electronic music performances. |
| A．A-list performers. | B．Festival organizers. |
| C．Fashion designers. | D．Entertainment seekers. |
8 . Have you ever wished you could speak a foreign language without taking classes? Have you ever had language barriers while travelling abroad? Meet Enence --a Japanese high-tech invention that allows you to communicate in more than 40 languages.
What Are We Talking About?
Enence is a state-of-the-art Japanese technology which instantly records and translates over 40 languages, which makes communication easy and fast. You can use it when travelling, for business meetings or whenever you wish to say something in a different language. With Enence, you can instantly communicate in almost any frequently-used language in the world!
How does It Work?
Enence was built with simplicity in mind so anyone can use it. Although it is armed with the latest technology, using the device is super easy. All you need to do is choose the language in which you want to communicate and record your words or sentences. You can even record really long sentences and Enence will translate everything perfectly!
Some Hard Facts
Researches show that over 86% of language learning programs are ineffective and do not bring the desired outcome. Another research done with students taking language courses online shows that 9 out of 10 are not happy with the results and wish they hadn’t spent the money! Now, Enence is here to enable you to communicate freely without taking any courses.
Buy It While It’s Still Available
Enence translator was previously used by governments and large corporations only. However, now Enence is available for the general public. For a limited time, only this device is available for a heavily reduced price of $89 (previously $189). The product has been selling like crazy, so hurry up and order your translator today.
1. What is Enence?| A．A travel agency. | B．A translation device. |
| C．A government platform. | D．A language learning program. |
| A．It’s easy to use. | B．It’s light to hold. |
| C．It offers online guidance. | D．Its use is supported by the government. |
| A．Online learning is an efficient choice. |
| B．It’s worthwhile to spend money on education. |
| C．Enence saves not only money but also trouble. |
| D．One can win a chance to get Enence free of charge. |
9 . The magical world of The Little Prince brought to life!
About the exhibition
French visual artist Arnaud Nazare-Aga has worked with Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Youth Foundation, and together they have designed a unique touring art exhibition of sculptures inspired by the original watercolor illustrations of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s book, The Little Prince, as well as photos, manuscripts (手稿) and drawings.
The exhibition will be presented for the very first time in Auckland from 1st June to 25th June, 2023 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the publication of The Little Prince.
Entitled “The Little Prince in the Dark”, the exhibition attempts to bring Saint-Exupéry’s illustrations to life in a different way. The artist has created 13 all-white sculptures with relief (浮雕). They are displayed in the dark to be discovered by the senses of touch and hearing. All the magic, dreams and poetry of Saint-Exupery’s beloved book will thus be revealed in a new way never imagined before.
What to do
First, start off from the entrance on the first floor to see historical photography describing the great adventure of the pioneering pilot Latécoère. Then, move up to the second floor, where you can find rare original manuscripts and drawings by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. After that, climb up to the third floor to experience the sculptures. Finally, don’t forget to stop off on your way out at the gift shop right next to the entrance and pick up some Little Prince memorabilia to remember your visit.
Prices
The exhibition is free for everyone!
Opening Times
Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location
House of Minoima, 26 Greek Street, Auckland
1. Why is the exhibition presented?| A．To introduce a special city tour. | B．To honour the production of a book. |
| C．To promote a French art foundation. | D．To celebrate the birthday of a writer. |
| A．It presents the illustrations in the dark. | B．It can be explored with hands and ears. |
| C．It offers a unique night-time experience. | D．It displays sculptures of the little prince. |
| A．The first floor. | B．The second floor. |
| C．The third floor. | D．All floors. |
10 . We’ve tested hundreds of mom-approved products that happen to make perfect Mother’s Day gifts. Here are our recommendations.
Babbel
If your mom has always wanted to learn a new language, give her the gift of gab with Babbel. Each online course will be personalized by her interests and molded into bite-sized lessons so she can easily learn at her own pace. It’s a great budget-friendly option for diving into a new language. We tested it and found it to be a fun and effective language learning tool.
Thermo Works Thermapen Mk4
When it comes to the best digital meat thermometers, it doesn’t get better than Thermo-Works. We highly recommend the Thermapen ONE, which was the fastest and most accurate thermometer we tested and would have been our top pick if it wasn’t so expensive. But it’s waterproof, precise and fast-acting.
A Bouqs Subscription
Fresh flowers at Mom’s doorstep will always be appreciated, especially on Mother’s Day. This year, instead of just one bouquet, gift her a subscription to Bouqs. You can change the frequency of the delivery along with the type of blooms she receives—roses one month, sunflowers the next. She may adorably text you a picture of her bouquet every month it arrives and remind you to maintain the subscription. Go ahead and switch it up to keep Mom on her toes.
A Personalized Collage(拼贴画)
There are few gifts better than personalized ones, especially when it comes to the mom who pretty much already has everything. With services like Minted, you can upload your own photos for a collage and watch your beautiful creation come to life. Customize the frame and color theme to best match mom’s style and watch her fall in love with her new heartfelt gift.
1. What might discourage people from choosing the Thermapen ONE?| A．Price. | B．Function. | C．Accuracy. | D．Appearance. |
| A．It can be canceled at random. | B．It texts to remind renewing. |
| C．It restricts to monthly deliveries. | D．It offers wide choices of flowers. |
| A．Life. | B．Wellness. | C．Literature. | D．Entertainment. |
