1 . The Ragged School Museum
In a nutshellIn 1877 Dr Thomas Barnardo opened the Copperfield Road Free School, the largest of three ragged schools (charitable institutions that offered the poorest children a free education) in a row of three storehouses in East London. Now an underfunded, independent museum (opened in 1990), a small exhibition offers an insight into how tough life was in east London in the late 1800s, but the highlight is one of the original classrooms where visitors can attend a lesson led by an actor in Victorian costume. The museum is in the second phase of applying far a lottery grant (彩票福利基金), which will allow it to make vital repairs to the largest of the three storehouses, though the aim is to keep the authentic (真正的) atmosphere of the building.
Getting thereEasiest by car. The train station is a 30-minute walk away and trains are infrequent. A limited bus service from Liskeard drops you 20 minutes away. Parking is free right outside the gates.
Opening hours10am—6pm Monday—Saturday. Last entry: 5:30pm. Outside these times the museum runs a schools programme, with 16,000 school children coming through the doors each year.
Value for money?A little pricey, but the ticket is valid for a year. Entry is £18 adult, £ 13 child, family tickets £37. 60 (1+3 children) or £49. 60 (2+3).
Verdict (评价)8/10. Lots of ideas, interactive activities and friendly, knowledgeable staff. This is an authentic slice of East End history that strives (努力) to inspire children through its work.
1. What does the Ragged School Museum offer to visitors?| A．An option to keep its buildings in shape. |
| B．A platform to raise money for its major repair. |
| C．An insight into the British theatre in the 1800s. |
| D．A chance to step back in time for a Victorian lesson. |
| A．£37. 60. | B．£49. 60. | C．£57. | D．£75. |
| A．It charges parking fees. | B．It is beneficial to children. |
| C．It is only accessible by car. | D．It has varied opening hours. |
2 . Club Information
Art
Our weekly life drawing sessions are a relaxing environment for your artistic ability to develop and meet other creative souls. No previous experience of art is required to join, because we believe art should be for all.
Meeting Time: Tuesdays 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Learn more about us at art.soc@gmail.com
Backstage
We are a group of students who like theatre very much. We provide both the basics of theatre and voluntary theatre services in The Riley Smith Theatre. Backstage isn’t just about the theatre, though.
We also run a trip once a year to a musical of our choice.
Meeting Time: Fridays 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Learn more about us at backstage.soc@gmail.com
Band
We exist to help bring together musicians of every genre(体裁). We aim to promote live music and help musicians find band mates. Please join the BandSoc group by pressing the blue Visit Group“button, which has all the latest updates and events. Please also consider buying membership to save a few pounds at events.
Meeting Time: Mondays 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Learn more about us at band soc@gmail.com
Anglo-Chinese
We are a culturally aware and diverse club devoted to promoting Chinese and British culture by creating a home away from home”. We aim to promote cultural exchange and meet amazing people.
Joining us is completely free. We welcome everyone to join us and participate in our activities.
Meeting Time: Thursdays 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Learn more about us at anglochinese.soc@gmail.com
1. Which website can you visit if you are interested in acting?| A．art.soc@gmail.com | B．backstage.soc@gmail.com |
| C．band.soc@gmail.com | D．anglochinese.soc@gmail.com |
| A．Become a member. | B．Join the Visit Group. |
| C．Bring a band mate. | D．Book a ticket online. |
| A．Art. | B．Backstage. | C．Band. | D．Anglo-Chinese. |
3 . With a headset, VR lets you look around a virtual (虚拟的) space as if you’re actually there. Here’s something about VR headsets in general to help you choose the best one.
| Meta Quest 2 The Meta Quest 2 improves on the original headset in nearly every way possible, and at a more affordable price. Simply put, the Quest 2 is for anyone interested in playing in virtual reality. It has plenty of games and software, and you don’t need to connect it into anything except to charge its battery. Jump To Details Rate: $399.00  |
| HP Reverb G2 There designed HP Reverb G2 VR headset offers a more comfortable fit and reliable experience, while maintaining the same sharp picture and reasonable price. The Meta Quest 2 is a better overall pick, but the Reverb G2 offers a slightly sharper picture. Jump To Details Rate: $499.00  |
| HTC Vive Pro 2 The Vive Pro 2 is the sharpest VR headset we’ve seen yet, with a price to match. If you want the best VR experience available without throwing yourself into professional extremes, the Vive Pro 2 is worth considering. It’ll cost you at least $1, 300, but you’ll enjoy amazing visuals and controls. Jump To Details Rate: $1, 399.00  |
| Valve Index VR Kit The Valve Index is the most impressive consumer VR headset we’ve seen yet, entirely due to its brand-new, finger-tracking controllers. This is the go-to VR headset for use with PCs, thanks to its strong performance and excellent controllers. Jump To Details Rate: $1, 479.99  |
| A．Lower price. | B．Longer battery life. | C．Clearer picture. | D．Better controllability. |
| A．Meta Quest 2. | B．HP Reverb G 2. | C．HTC Vive Pro 2. | D．Valve Index VR Kit. |
| A．Overseas Education. | B．Sales Promotion. |
| C．National Economy. | D．Global Geography. |
4 . With Bookswap, you can give away the books you no longer need and exchange them for new ones that you want to read. The system was created by a team of book-lovers who want to spread the joy of reading and make a positive change in the world.
Ordering Books
When you order a book through Bookswap, you will use one ordering point from your account. When someone orders a book from you and you post it to them, one ordering point is added to your account.
Price List
If you have ordering points, you only pay a small swapping fee of $ 1.2 per ordered book and the delivery cost is $2.6.
If you don’t have any ordering points, the cost of an ordering point is added to your cart (购物车). The cost of an ordering point is $3.
Posting Books
If someone orders several books within the same order, then they should be sent together. If the parcel goes over the set weight/size limit, Hermes Delivery can charge a bit extra for the delivery, but this is covered by us and should affect neither the sender nor the receiver of the book(s).
Cancelling Orders
Cancelling your order is allowable if the order has not been posted. Used ordering points are returned almost immediately to your Bookswap account, and monetary refunds (退款) can take up to 5 — 10 business days to appear back in your bank account. You can then choose whether to give reasons for cancelling the order according to your own wishes.
1. How much should you pay to order two books if you have enough ordering points?| A．$3.8. | B．$ 5. | C．$7.6. | D．$ 8.6. |
| A．Bookswap will cover the extra fee. | B．The books will be delivered separately. |
| C．The receiver will bear the delivery cost. | D．The sender will get more ordering points. |
| A．To Hermes Delivery. | B．To the bank account. |
| C．To the sender. | D．To the Bookswap account. |
5 . The London Book Fair
Time and Location
The London Book Fair will take place 18 — 20 June, 2023, Olympia London.
Children’s & Young Adult
Our Children’s & Young Adult section traditionally welcomes the leading names in the field to exhibit. These companies enjoy noisy passageways full of visitors and benefit from the opportunity to increase brand awareness. However, any children under 16 are not allowed to be at The London Book Fair.
Authors & Self-Publishing
Author HQ, which consists of a theatre and networking area, is one of our most popular features, attracting great interest from the self-publishing community. Meanwhile, our Author of the Day programme helps bring writers face-to-face with bestselling authors who will share their journey to publication during a special series of talks at the fair.
Technology and Publishing Solutions
All the new ways to treat content are found in the Tech area at LBF, located in the National Gallery of Olympia. Whether it is an app, game, mobile development or enhanced eBook — or a development not yet launched — the Tech area is its home. To keep the creativity flowing, there is a dedicated Buzz Bar in the heart of the Tech area for those all-important networking meetings.
BA Members
BA Members attend the fair for FREE and receive a number of key benefits, making the fair a more accessible, cost-effective and highly relevant event for booksellers. Simply click here to find out more about becoming a BA member and take advantage of this offer.
If you have any further difficulties, please contact our Customer Services team who will be happy to help.
1. Who will be welcomed by the London Book Fair?| A．A mother with a kid. | B．A green hand writer. |
| C．A primary school student. | D．A visitor getting to London in July. |
| A．Apply for BA members. | B．Attend networking meetings. |
| C．Increase brand awareness. | D．Contact Customer Services team. |
| A．A textbook. |
| B．A newspaper. |
| C．A website. |
| D．A fashion magazine. |
6 . Metro (地铁) Pocket Guide
Metrorail (地铁)
Each passenger needs a farecard to enter and go out. Up to two children under age five may travel free with a paying customer.
Farecard machines are in every station, Bring small bills because there are no change machines in the station and farecard machines only provide up to $5 in change.
Get one day of unlimited Metrorail rides with a One Day Pass. Buy it from a farecard machine in Metro stations. Use it after 9: 30 a. m. until closing on weekdays, and all day on weekends and holidays.
Hours of Service
Open: 5 a.m. Mon-Fri 7 a.m. Sat-Sun.
Closed: midnight Sun-Thur 3a.m. Fri.-Sat. nights
Last train time varies. To avoid missing the last train, please check the last train time posted in the stations.
Metrobus
When paying with exact change, the fare is $ 1.35. When paying with a smart CARD the fare is $1.25.
Fares for senior /disabled customers
Senior citizens 65 and older and disabled customers may ride for half the regular fare. On Metrorail and Motorbus, use a senior/disabled farecard or Smart card. For more information about buying senior/disabled farecards, Smart cards and passes, please visit MetroOpenDoors.com or call202-637-7000 and 202-637-8000.
Senior citizens and disabled customers can get free guide on how to use proper Motorbus and Metrorail services by calling 202-962-1100
Travel tips
Avoid riding during weekday rush periods — before 9:30 a.m. and between 4 and 6 p.m.
If you lose something on a bus or train or in a station, please call Lost & Found at 202-962-1195.
1. What should you know about farecard machines?| A．They start selling tickets at 9:30 a. m. | B．They make change for no more than $5. |
| C．They offer special service to the elderly. | D．They are connected to change machines. |
| A．At midnight. | B．At 7 p.m. | C．At 5 a.m. | D．At 3 a.m. |
| A．202-673-7000 | B．202-962-1100 | C．202-962-1195 | D．202-673-8000 |
TEEN LESSONS
RIDE TRIBE FIVE-DAY PROGRAMME
BENEFITS
·Hang out with those of similar age and ability.
·A luncheon voucher (午餐代用券) in mountain restaurants is included.
·One instructor to every six kids or less.
PRICING
| Regular Season 7+Days in Advance | Regular Season Within 6 Days | Holiday Season 7+Days in Advance | Holiday Season Within 6 Days | |
| Lesson | $775 | $820 | $825 | $870 |
| Lesson and Lift | $1,055 | $1,100 | $1,105 | $1,150 |
·Holiday season: 16 Dec.—14Jan., 12—25 Feb., 26 Mar.—8 Apr.
·All prices are quoted in Canadian dollars and are subject to tax. Prices are subject to change.
·Five — day programmes start on Monday and run to Friday.
·Meet at 8:45 a. m. at the patio of Garibaldi Lift Company. Return to the deck (露天平台) of the Carleton by 3:30 p. m.
·Each skier is required to wear a helmet.
CANCELLATION POLICY
·No fee outside of 48 hours.
·Inside 48 hours, no fee to transfer to another day.
·Inside 48 hours, $25 for group lessons and $50 for private lessons to be refunded to a credit card. Medical reasons may be an exception.
MORE INFORMATION
·We offer slope-side pick-up locations at all three mountain bases.
·Enter your email address below to sign up for messages from our resorts to get special offers, resort updates and snow alerts.
·Call 1-888-403-xxxx for more information.
1. What can be concluded in paragraph 1?
| A．Whistler Blackcomb Snow School is located in the US. |
| B．Learners can learn skiing while picking up different languages. |
| C．Those who show interest in the programme can browse the website. |
| D．Skiers signing up for the programme are required to master the basic ability to ski. |
| A．$2,885. | B．$3,020. | C．$3,035. | D．$3,170. |
| A．All the prices quoted in Canadian dollars on the website are fixed. |
| B．Those who enter for the programme will be classified according to the ski ability. |
| C．There is no need for the skiers to bring anything during the five—day programme. |
| D．Skiers should cancel the programme two weeks in advance if the money is to be refunded. |
8 . European river cruises(乘船游览)
| The Seine, Paris& Normandy Eight days from ￡1,649pp April to October 2023 From Paris, start a wonderfully scenic cruise along the Seine into the heart of one of France’s most historic regions, Normandy. Your tour price includes ·Guided tour of Paris and historic Rouen ·Tour of Claude Monet’s house ·Explore Vernon, one of Normandy’s most attractive towns ·Cruise through the delightful Seine Valley Plus ·All meals on board (except one lunch),including welcome cocktails and dinner, plus the Captain’s Dinner ·Return flights from a selection of regional airports, or seat on the Eurostar with regional rail connections available ·Seven nights in your choice of luxury cabin(船舱)with river views ·Option to add three extra nights, staying in Tour Eiffel from ￡325pp | The Douro, Porto & Salamanca Eight days/seven nights from ￡1,519pp March to November 2023 Explore the attractive Douro Valley, winding through port wine territory on the Iberian peninsula. Discover charming villages, traditions and cuisine. Your tour price includes ·Guided tour of Porto with a visit to its famous port wine cellars ·Full-day hiking to Salamanca with a guided tour and flamenco show ·Traditional music recital with dance display ·Visit to the picturesque town of Lamego and its church Plus ·All meals on board, including welcome cocktails and dinner, plus the Captain’s Dinner ·Choice of luxury cabin, all with river views ·Return flights from a selection of regional airports ·Option to add four days to your holiday, staying in Porto from ￡595pp |
TO BOOK OR REQUEST A BROCHURE Call 01283 742398 quoting Good Food, or to book, visit rivieratravel.co.uk/gldExclusive offer for BBC Good Food readers: All bookings will receive two free standard tickets to one of the BBC Good Food Shows | |
| A．Enjoy the landscape in Paris. | B．Discover the castle in Salamanca. |
| C．Explore the history of Normandy. | D．Appreciate the scenery in Douro Valley. |
| A．Both offer rooms with river views. | B．Both contain all the meals on board. |
| C．Both have regional train connections. | D．Both can have three extra days added. |
| A．Two free tickets to a show. | B．A discount on river cruises. |
| C．A BBC Good Food magazine. | D．A brochure for Good Food Shows. |
9 . Gifts. com provides more than just ideas. Sure, our unique (独特的) and unforgettable gift suggestions are a big part of why people love us, but we also offer endless ideas and tools to make every day a reason to celebrate. Here are our Great Christmas Gift Ideas:
Christmas Gifts for Parents
You love your parents like no one else, and you want to give them something special for Christmas. But what would make their holiday bright? Finding them the perfect Christmas gift will be easy this year, with all our top picks in one place.
Christmas Gifts for Parents Under $45
Holiday Gift Baskets
The gift basket is a great way to give a gift to a group. Our gift basket ideas come from all the top stores online, so you can easily find everything from fruit gift baskets to wine gift baskets in one place.
Gift Baskets Under $50
Ideas for Teens
Trying to find the right gift for a teen? Teens can be a challenge. What do they want? What could they use? They’re all unique, but we think we’ve got something for them, even though they’re a special group that are hard to deal with.
Top Picks for Teens Under $20
The Secret Santa Exchange (交换)
The Secret Santa is a great way to exchange gifts in the office, when it’s often impossible to give everyone a present. We’ve got an office guide right here to help you find proper gifts for the workplace. And then there’s always the gift basket, with things that are sure to please everyone in the office.
Business Gifts Under $25
1. What makes Gifts. com popular?| A．Its special gift ideas. | B．Its endless new gifts. |
| C．It is organised according to personal taste. | D．It gives people a good reason to celebrate. |
| A．They are much cheaper. | B．They make a holiday brighter. |
| C．They list popular gifts in one place. | D．They include top choices from parents. |
| A．parent | B．teenager |
| C．group | D．businessman |
10 . Programs at Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village
Join us in our living classroom! We carefully design our programs and use our resources to support you in your teaching efforts, while getting your students engaged and excited about learning.
Available Programs
Web of Life A healthy ecosystem is one in which multiple species are each able to meet their needs in a relatively stable web of life. Students will examine how organisms in a local ecosystem are interrelated. | Up All Night Just as we go to sleep at night, a whole new world of animals is waking up! This program will walk students through a comprehensive study of how these animals use their senses to help them hunt for food at night. |
Oh Give Me a Biome(生物群系) Students will use NASA’s data maps to identify biomes around the world and will look at how animals develop overtime and are adapted to living in each. | Animals and Weather Students will work with educators to figure out how animals use adaptation to protect themselves against different kinds of weather. |
Pricing
※ Minimum cost of $ 240 if you have fewer than 15 students.
※ $ 16/student; 1 free guardian for every 10 students
※ $ 19/additional guardian
Notes
※ Groups can bring an unlimited number of additional guardians. However, we ask that only the free guardians attend the program and limit class size to 25 participants per program.
※ To ask questions or to book a Zoo program for your group, please click here and contact Andrea Stein, Manager of School Programs or call (401) 785-3510 ext. 359.
1. Which program suits those interested in animal evolution most?| A．Web of Life. | B．Up All Night. |
| C．Oh Give Me a Biome. | D．Animals and Weather. |
| A．$ 217. | B．$ 240. | C．$ 278. | D．$ 297. |
| A．A travel guide. | B．An academic magazine. |
| C．A course brochure. | D．An online advertisement. |
