1 . Tailor your experience, and master the English language in our exciting and comprehensive language programmes. Choose your preferred city, and you’ll study with and befriend other international students.
Our English Learning Programmes
·Learn English in Universities
Courses have been developed in partnership with famous universities in Australia to improve your English language skills. You will get to experience campus life abroad.
·Small Group English Programme
These intensive English classes are hosted in different language schools along the east coast. Talk to our programme advisers to choose the best location.
·One-on-One Tutoring
Our programme organizes tailored learning experiences based on your English learning goals. You will live in local families and have chances to practise your oral English.
·High School Study Abroad
There are few things in life which can make you feel more grown-up like living and learning in another country. Pack this with many fun cultural activities. And you will also have opportunities to experience science subjects taught in English, such as lessons about rocks and minerals, plants and animals, and engineering practices.
Four steps to get into our English learning programmes
Step One: Review the programme information and complete our online application form to get the ball rolling.
Step Two: You will have a 15-min interview with your programme adviser to discuss your interests, needs, destination and duration. Within three days after the interview, the adviser will be in touch by email to let you know if your application has been successful. If so, we’ll send you a formal offer.
Step Three: To confirm your place in our programme, you’ll need to reply to our letter of offer and make payment online according to the instruction. Once this has been done, we’ll send you the documents containing all the information you’ll need regarding your study trip.
Step Four: Once your flights have been booked, let us know your arrival details so that we can organize airport pick-up. We’ll be excited to welcome you to our programme in person!
1. If Henry wants to try a biology class taught in English, he may join in ________.| A．Learn English in Universities | B．Small Group English Programme |
| C．One-on-One Tutoring | D．High School Study Abroad |
| A．Reply to the letter and pay the cost for the study trip. |
| B．Get in touch with the organizer to confirm the destination. |
| C．Review programme information to prepare for an interview. |
| D．Provide the programme adviser with personal needs and goals. |
| A．People planning to improve their English . |
| B．People willing to apply for English teaching jobs. |
| C．People aiming to help learners go abroad. |
| D．People loving to share English learning experiences. |
2 . There are many ways that you can learn Chinese, but using an online tutor is convenient and effective. Whatever your skill level is, there is a lot you can learn from working with an online tutor. Below are the best online Chinese tutoring services to help you.
Verbling
Verbling can connect you with a private online tutor to learn many different languages. For Chinese, the company offers both Mandarin and Cantonese. You can schedule your lessons and meet with the tutor. The average cost is about $24 per hour, but you can find tutors for as low as $ 5 per hour or as high as $ 75 per hour,
Preply
At Preply, there’s something for everyone who is on a budget. There are over 2,000 tutors available if you’re looking to work on your Chinese language skills. Since there are so many tutors, it is easy to find a tutor whenever you need one. The price per hour for tutoring ranges between about $ 11 and $ 40, and all tutors offer a free trial lesson.
Italki
The company offers six Chinese dialects that you can choose from. Since there are so many tutors, there is also a very wide range of prices. Some tutors have hourly rates as low as roughly $ 4, while others can charge up to around $ 80 per hour. You can search the list of tutors based on their backgrounds, experience, availability, prices, and more. Plus, some tutors may offer a discounted trial lesson.
ChineseHour
ChineseHour has one—on—one tutoring and courses such as spoken Chinese, Business Chinese, Kids’ Chinese, Chinese Culture, Teenage Chinese, Tourist Chinese, and more. Depending on which course you want to follow, you could end up paying between roughly $ 20 and $ 50 per 50—minute session.
1. Which service is most likely to attract people who want to travel to Beijing?| A．Italki. | B．Preply. | C．Verbling. | D．ChineseHour. |
| A．They offer online courses | B．They have famous tutors. |
| C．They provide good services | D．They allow special discounts |
| A．To introduce Chinese culture |
| B．To recommend four Chinese tutoring services |
| C．To promote the development of Chinese learning. |
| D．To compare the difference between the four tutoring services. |
3 . Peer ( 同伴 ) Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) is a peer-facilitated learning programme available to students enrolled ( 注册 ) in most core units of study in our business school.
PASS involves weekly sessions where you work in groups to tackle specially prepared problem sets, based around a unit of study you’re enrolled in.
PASS doesn’t re-teach or deliver new content. It’s an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the key points from lecture materials while you are applying your skills to solve problems.
You work interactively with your peers. As a peer group, you decide what is covered in each session. That way, PASS directly responds to your needs and feedback.
Registration in Term 2 will open at 9 am, 21 September 2022.
Waiting lists
If a session is full, you can register for the waiting list. We will email you if a place becomes available or if a new session is to be held.
When you are placed on a waiting list, we will email you a number which tells you where you are on the list. If you are close to the front of the list, you have a good chance of gaining a place in the programme in the near future.
Deregistering
If you miss two PASS sessions in a row, you will be deregistered and your place will be given to someone on the waiting list. Make sure you fill in the attendance sheet at each session to record your attendance.
You’ll be informed by email if you are being deregistered as a result of missing sessions. If you believe you have received the email in error, email the PASS office at passoffice@umbs. edu..
1. In PASS, students ________.| A．attend new lectures | B．decide their own schedules |
| C．prepare problem sets in groups | D．use their skills to solve problems |
| A．Fill in the attendance sheet. | B．Sign up for the waiting list. |
| C．Report their needs and feedback. | D．Email the office their numbers on the list. |
| A．they send emails in error | B．they fail to work interactively |
| C．they give their places to others | D．they miss two sessions in a row |
4 . Our Science Center Field Trip is here to fill your time with fun online and on-site STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) programs.
SciTech Days
SciTech Days will be delivered on one Friday each month for grades 6-12 this year. You can go to the Science Center to discover exciting career paths with innovators in STEM fields and interact with STEM experts. You also have the option to virtually bring the Science Center to you. The recorded interviews of STEM innovators and experts are available on our official website.
Pricing:
. $5 per person per on-site SciTech Day
. Bundle of four on-site SciTech Days: $15 total for four days per person
. free for online SciTech Day
Exhibit Explorations
With exhibit tours, and live instruction from our team of science educators, each virtual field trip experience is packed with the educational STEM lessons found in every Science Center program — all streamed directly to you!
Pricing: $3 per person per exhibition exploration
Maker Workshops
The on-site Maker Workshops gives you from grades 6 and up the opportunity to experience the STEM based maker movement. Here you can take your designs from computer screens to robotic machines. Here you learn how the computer-controlled machine worlds while finishing your unique projects.
Pricing: $8 per person per Maker Workshop
STEM Adventure
You can enjoy an exciting themed learning experience that includes a guided exhibit tour and 30-minute hands-on, minds-on workshop. You can learn how to create sustainable energy and keep dangerous chemicals out of your environments and bodies! Track how plastics flow into waterways and learn how to prevent it. This program is for grades 1-5.
Pricing: free
Give us a call at 812-637-6909! Our team is available Monday - Friday 9 am-5 pm to help you book the program that best fits you.
1. What can we learn about SciTech Days activities?| A．They need to be purchased every month. | B．They are suitable for students of all ages. |
| C．They can be experienced monthly this year. | D．They make students decide on the future career. |
| A．SciTech Days | B．Exhibit Explorations |
| C．Maker Workshops | D．STEM Adventure |
| A．To arouse students' enthusiasm of science. |
| B．To rank the popular activities among students. |
| C．To call on students to enrich their free time. |
| D．To attract students to attend STEM programs. |
Can red TV dramas awaken a strong desire in young people to learn about China’s revolutionary history? The answer is yes. Chinese TV drama Awakening Age, which narrates the story of
6 . 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. |
7 . Getting Around on Campus
Thanks to the sunny weather and wide campus, bicycles are one of the most popular means of transportation at Stanford. There are over 12,000 bikes on campus, as well as the full service Campus Bike Shop at Tresidder Union.
To make it safer for walkers and cyclists, the University has designed the center of campus a pedestrian zone; four wheeled vehicles are not allowed. You can ride your bike anywhere on the Stanford campus except in the arcades(拱廊) around the Main Quad, which are reserved for foot traffic.
Some Things to Keep in Mind.
·Register your bike. Whether you purchase a bicycle at Stanford or bring one from home, you must register it with Santa Clara County. You can register your bike:
1. During registration events in White Plaza during New Student Orientation;
2. Online at Parking and Transportation Services (P&TS) website.
·Buy a bicycle lock such as a Kryptonite U-lock and a six-foot cable or chain. Bicycle theft is the most common campus crime, and most bikes that are stolen are locked with easy-to-cut cables. If you lose your bike lock key, call the Campus Bike Shop at (650) 723-9300 to have the lock cut for a fee.
·Park your bike in designed spaces. Be sure not to block a pathway, building entrance, or ramp intended for use by people with disabilities. The Department of Public Safety may remove and impound improperly parked bikes.
·Use a bike light if you are riding at night, and you are advised to wear a helmet at all times. P&TS gives out free bike lights during registration events; the Campus Bike Shop sells highquality helmets for $20.
·Follow traffic laws. Bicyclists are expected to obey the same traffic laws as automobile drivers and may be ticketed if they do not. To avoid a ticket, stop at all stop signs, ride in the direction of traffic, and use the same turn lanes as other drivers. The Bicycling Information section of the P&TS website has additional information on biking at Stanford, including bicycle route maps. You also can learn more about Bicycle Rules and Safety at the California Department of Motor Vehicles website.
1. You cannot ride your bike_________.| A．in White Plaza |
| B．in the Stanford campus |
| C．in Santa Clara County |
| D．in the arcades around the Main Quad |
| A．Take away. |
| B．Give rights to. |
| C．Make room for. |
| D．Play a trick on. |
| A．You can register your bike only during New Student Orientation. |
| B．P&TS gives out free helmets during registration events. |
| C．Bicyclists may be fined if they do not park their bikes at the stop signs. |
| D．You can get bicycle route maps at the California Department of Motor Vehicles website. |
| A．the visitors |
| B．the freshmen |
| C．the parents |
| D．the professors |
8 . Volunteer abroad with the UN
Are you ready to become an international UN Volunteer? You can contribute your time, skills and knowledge through volunteering with the UN. This is an opportunity to create a positive impact and be a significant force for achieving peace and development. Make a difference to the lives of many!
Why volunteer with the UN
•International UN Volunteers promote peace and development in communities around the globe, while upholding the ideals and ambitions of the United Nations.
•International UN Volunteers come from 160 countries, representing many cultures and backgrounds. They bring a wide variety of viewpoints and approaches.
•Your international UN Volunteer assignment will make a lasting impact. It can create a ripple effect that extends far beyond the immediate results of your efforts.
•As an international UN Volunteer, you will learn about different cultures, expand your networks, study foreign languages and gain matchless professional and life experiences.
Requirements
•The minimum requirements to serve as an international UN Volunteer are: 25 years old and older (no upper age limit); university degree or higher technical diploma;
•At least two years of relevant work experience in a professional background; good working knowledge of English, Spanish or French;
•Commitment to the values and principles of volunteerism; ability to work in a multicultural environment; willingness to work with people and local organizations;
•Ability to adjust in difficult living conditions and sometimes remote locations; strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Conditions of Service
•International UN Volunteer assignments generally run for six to 12 months, with the possibility of extending for one to two years.
•Short-term assignments are also requested by our partners from time to time. International UN Volunteers are entitled to certain allowances.
•Allowances are in no way to be understood as a compensation, reward or salary in exchange for the volunteer work.
•The purpose of allowances for volunteers is to enable them to sustain a secure standard of living in their duty stations.
1. As an international UN Volunteer, you can ________.| A．promote peace and development of UN | B．affect UN immediately |
| C．obtain professional experiences | D．teach foreign languages |
| A．be at most 25 years old | B．have international work experience |
| C．hold a university degree in technology | D．adapt to difficult living environment |
| A．Assignments. | B．Allowances. | C．Commitment. | D．Knowledge. |
To request Smile Cards, please fill out the form below. A volunteer will mail you an order of ten cards within two weeks. Smile Cards are offered to anyone who requests them on a pay-it-forward basis. That means there is no charge for a set of cards. Someone before you has paid for your cards, and you are invited to keep the chain going and pay-forward whatever you wish for the next person! For special events or circumstances, you can also place a large quantity of request.
Note: When using a Smile Card, remember not to just hand it out by itself. The idea is to do something kind for someone and then leave the Smile Card behind, so that they know someone reached out to them, and that they are invited to pay-forward the kindness and keep the ripples going!
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1. When can you use a smile card?| A．Your friend's birthday is approaching. |
| B．Your classmate has won the first prize. |
| C．You've ordered lunch for a poor friend. |
| D．You find your classmate in low spirits. |
| A．pay for them in advance |
| B．place a big quantity of request |
| C．mail some necessary information |
| D．tell what favor you will do for others |
| A．spread kindness |
| B．become volunteers |
| C．advertise for K indSpring |
| D．pay others' kindness back |
10 . Escape to the Laid-back Cook Islands at Muri Beach Club Hotel
Relax and recharge in style at the adult-only Muri Beach Club Hotel. Located on the remote island of Rarotonga, the largest of the Cook Islands, Muri Beach Club Hotel stands out from the rest through its modern facilities and well-appointed rooms with a Polynesian style. With only 30 rooms, this hotel promises a close, uninhabited oasis (绿洲) where you re welcomed as part of the family.
This 4-star beachfront hotel is the ultimate base for adventure. Take a glass-bottomed boat to Motus (offshore islands) or try out other activities such as windsurfing or sailing. After a day of exploring, sunbathing and relaxing, return to the comfort and privacy of your modern room, each with its own large balcony boasting scenic views.
If you’re looking for a holiday where you can relax and explore, then a tropical island getaway at Muri Beach Club Hotel is perfect for you.
Inclusions:
●Daily tropical breakfast for 2 people
●Daily cocktails for 2 people
●$50 food & beverage credit
●Wi-Fi up to 1 GB
How to Book
Make your booking at time of purchase. Your booking confirmation will be sent to you via email. If you have any questions please contact hello@travel-booking.stuff.co.nz.
Book with confidence! If you cancel your bookings up to 48 hours prior to arrival, you can pay no cancellation fees!
1. What do we know about Muri Beach Club Hotel?| A．It has thirty mini rooms. | B．It is near the downtown area. |
| C．It can be accessible to adults only. | D．It was designed by a modern artist. |
| A．Wi-Fi service. | B．Free local drinks for four people. |
| C．Various Chinese breakfast. | D．Live music performance. |
| A．Education. | B．Science. |
| C．Fashion. | D．Travel. |
