1 . Shows, Events and Festivals for Outdoor Lovers

28 June-8 July

Grahamstown National Arts Festival

Grahamstown, EC

Undoubtedly Africa's most important arts and culture event, the National Arts Festival is the highlight(最精彩的部分)of many South African's events calendar, turning the sleepy university center of Grahamstown into a hive of activity (喧闹繁忙的场所).It's a beautiful , honest and diverse celebration of South African art, with a little international talent thrown in the mix for added variety. Don't miss out on the market, either!

www. nationalartsfestical. co. za

13-15 July

Canimambl Free Form Music & Arts Festival

Graskop, MP

Calling all free spirits: pack your tent, guitar and paintbrushes and head for Graskop. The Canimambo Festival is a celebration of art that breaks the rules-free expression is the order of the day! There will be plenty of food and activities, and young children will be kept entertained by a swimming pool, art competition and jumping castle. The event will be held at Graskop Holiday Resort, so campers of all sorts are welcome. Search for the festival on Facebook for more information.

29 June-1 July

Kirkwood Wildsfees

Port Elizabeth, EC

Taking place in the Sundays River Valley, this weekend-long festival promises three days of ^u born to be wild” fun to start off the school holidays. Tickets allow you access to live entertainment, the Agri Expo and plenty of good food and drink. Confirmed artists include Locnville, Snotkop and Kurt Danen. Why not set up a tent in one of the nearby campsites and join the fun?

www. wildsfees. co. za

5-7 July

Ellisras Bosveldfees

Lephalale, LP

Head up north this month for the festival fun you can handle. From cattle contests and dog shows to a beer tent and traditional food, your entire weekend will be covered in Lephalale. There's even a three - day 4 x4 competition for all the off-road(越野)enthusiasts! Why not have some fun in the heart of the bushveld (南非草原)？ Search for the festival on Facebook for more information.

1. What can we know from the text ?

A．No international arts are on show at Grahamstown National Arts Festival

B．Kids activities are provided at Canimambl Free Form Music & Arts Festival

C．Many artists from around the world will attend Kirkwood Wildsfees

D．There is a beer competition at Ellisras Bosveldfees

2. Which event will you go to if you want to see live entertainment?

A．Grahamstown National Arts Festival.

B．Canimambl Free Form Music & Arts Festival.

C．Kirkwood Wildsfees.

D．Ellisras Bosveldfees.

3. When can you see an animal show in Lephalale?

A．On 28 June.

B．On 14 July.

C．On 29 June.

D．On 6 July.

2 . Listening looks easy, yet hard to master. Don’t worry. Here we’ve collected four books to help you to be a good listener.

The Good Listener by James E. Sullivan

The book points out how our poor listening hurts others and how much we can heal（使……好受些）a person just by listening and understanding his/her feelings. It also gives suggestions on how we can improve our listening and how we can share so others will understand us better.

Just Listen by Mark Goulston

This book is about listening and giving responses. Just Listen is a good how-to guide to becoming a better face-to-face communicator. It reveals（揭露）how to make a powerful first impression, how to respond positively and more. If you deal with difficult people around you, this is a must-read for you to not only understand them but also make them feel understood.

Power Listening by Bernard T. Ferrari

Poor listening can lead to poor business decisions. The book focuses on corporate（团体的）listening. It’s great for anyone who leads groups through decision and design. The author offers a step-by-step guide to turn readers into active listeners.

The Lost Art of Listening by Michael P. Nichols

What is it that keeps so many of us from really listening? Nichols answers the question. The book is filled with real-world examples that show easy-to-learn techniques for becoming a better listener. The techniques enable us to break through misunderstandings and conflicts in our relationships.

1. Who gives helpful guides on listening and responding?

A．Mark Goulston	B．James E. Sullivan
C．Bernard T. Ferrari	D．Michael P. Nichols

2. Which book is useful to a general manager of a company?

A．Just Listen	B．Power Listening
C．The Good Listener	D．The lost Art of Listening

3. What do we know about the four books?

A．They are based on the author’s experience.

B．They are written in the same style.

C．They provide real-life stories.

D．They share the same theme.