1 . Women’s Poetry Competition 2024
Welcome to Mslexia, the only magazine where every reader is a potential contributor too. Almost every part of the magazine is open to submission by any woman writer. Our competition is open to unpublished poems of any length. Your £10 entry fee allows you to submit up to three poems. The judge this year is the outstanding and award-winning writer Pascale Petit.
Prizes
1st: £2,000; 2nd: £500; 3rd: £250 (Each prize goes for one person.)
Unpublished Poetry Prize for the best poem by a previously unknown poet: £250.
The four winners, plus sixteen additional finalists will have their poems published in the May issue of Mslexia.
Results
The deadline for all entries is 23:59 GMT, 6 March, 2024
The winners and finalists will be announced on 1 April, 2024
How to enter
Add the entry fee to your basket and go to the checkout. Once the order is completed, you’ll be taken to a submit page where the entry form is located. Click the “Enter Now” button. You can submit at a later date by typing into your Mslexia online account and going to the “competitions” bill.
Visit our Entry Instructions for a more comprehensive guide on how to enter, and be sure to read our Rules before submitting your entries.
Frequently-asked questions
Have a question about formatting, eligibility(资格), or anything else?
Ready to enter? Please see our Entry Instructions. For any further information, call us at 0191 204 8860 or email competitions@mslexia.co.uk.
1. How many winners will get prize money?| A．Three. | B．Four. | C．Sixteen. | D．Twenty. |
| A．Submitting two poems. | B．Visiting Entry Instructions. |
| C．Writing a poem of 120 words. | D．Mailing your entry on April 1. |
| A．In a textbook. | B．In an art magazine. | C．On a website. | D．In a local newspaper. |
2 . NSE Summer School is suitable for those who are at, or are about to start university. It will begin accepting applications in January 2023.
Courses: Accounting and Finance; Economics; Management; Law; International Relations; Government and Society
Dates: Session 1: 7 July-25 July Session 2: 28 July-15 August
Rate: Standard Rate: One session: $1, 400; Both sessions: $2. 400
Reduced Student Rate: One session: $1, 100; Both sessions: $1, 875
The reduced student rate applies to full-time students registered at a university or college anywhere in the world.
Applicant requirements:
If you have studied in the USA, then you do not need any additional English qualifications. Students from other countries will generally not require a visa to study at the Summer School; however, you will enter the USA as a “Student Visitor”. You are permitted to change courses before the start of the program and within the first three days of the session.
Contact hours and teaching methods:
Summer School courses are full-time and normally consist of 48 contact hours over the three-week period, taking the form of 36 hours of lectures and 12 hours of classes. Lectures, attended by all students, take place in either the morning or afternoon supplemented (补充) by small one-hour classes, of about 15 students.
Assessment and examinations:
Assessment for Summer School is based upon the results of either two written examinations, or a final written examination and assessment work. Everyone is required to take the examinations and no exception can be made for any reason.
Summer School lecture series:
Famous economists—Tony Giddens and David Held-have agreed to give lectures to Summer School participants in July in 2023.
If any questions, please click here to see our Frequently Asked Questions/Contact Us Page.
1. What can we learn about the requirements for the students?| A．Students must take part in the exams unless there is a reason |
| B．Visa is not a must for students from abroad to study an the Summer School |
| C．None of the students are required of English qualifications |
| D．Students can not change courses once the programme starts |
| A．$2, 400 | B．$1, 400 | C．$1, 100 | D．$1, 875 |
| A．An educational journal. | B．A travel brochure. |
| C．A school website. | D．A news section. |
3 . Popular English digital dictionaries
U-Dictionary
This app provides three different explainers: “Basic”, “Advanced”, and “Mastery”. Beginners can look up translations of a word in their mother tongue, while more advanced speakers can learn different ways to speak English like a native. The app also has a fast and accurate word scanner (扫描仪). Scan a word with your phone’s camera and the definition will pop up. The app also contains word quizzes, and listening and writing exercises to help you master English.
Dictionary
The app has plenty of functions, including a dictionary, a thesaurus(类义词典), a “Learners” function, and an “Origins” page. The “Learners” function is very useful for students of the language, as it provides information on how the meaning of a word can change in different contexts, or with other words. The app also provides word quizzes, articles about how language is used, and a “Word of the Day” section on the app’s homepage.
Oxford English Dictionary
The best feature of this app is that it allows you to look up definitions of words even as you’ re reading things in other apps on your device. The benefit of this app over others is that you can sort your saved words into folders or categories. Unfortunately, one of the major shortcomings is that there is no thesaurus or offline dictionary.
Merriam-Webster
Unlike other apps that require you to download a bunch of packages before you can access them offline, this dictionary works with or without data on your device. There is also an option to shift between dictionary and thesaurus mode. Sadly, because this app has so much to offer, the drawback is a few advertisements, which pop up once in a while.
1. What can both U-Dictionary and Dictionary provide?| A．Word quizzes. | B．A word scanner. |
| C．An “Origins” page. | D．A “Word of the Day” section. |
| A．U-Dictionary. | B．Merriam-Webster. |
| C．Dictionary. | D．Oxford English Dictionary. |
| A．No offline service. | B．No thesaurus mode. |
| C．Occasional advertisements. | D．Many packages to download. |
4 . There are many podcasts (播客) that teach English and you can listen to them anytime. Here is a list of some of the best podcasts that you must see.
Learn English Podcast
This podcast has three levels.The first is for beginners, the second is for intermediates (中级学生) and the third is for upper intermediates. If a person wants to learn Business English,then episodes are also made for him.Every podcast is short but very informative. Worksheets and vocabulary tasks are also included.
Speaking Broadly
This podcast is made for advanced learners. Explained through discussion and interviews, each episode has non-native English speakers and every recording also has expert feedback. You will see some common mistakes made by English learners and you can improve your English by learning from those mistakes.
The English We Speak
This podcast airs one episode daily and every episode is only three to four minutes, which talks about phrases and idioms.There are two people in each episode who communicate with each other. Whatever level you are,you will find it rewarding
Elementary Podcast
This podcast is mainly for beginners and intermediate level learners. The length of a podcast is around 25 minutes but you can pause it anytime and continue whenever you want. The hosts of each episode are different.
1. Which podcast provides exercises going with it?| A．Learn English Podcast. | B．Speaking Broadly. |
| C．The English We Speak | D．Elementary Podcast. |
| A．It records just expert speakers. | B．It aims at beginners. |
| C．It presents some typical mistakes. | D．It provides feedback from listeners. |
| A．They have the same length. | B．They are both interactive. |
| C．They share the same contents. | D．They are suitable for beginners. |
5 . How to apply to the city volunteer program of Hangzhou Asian Games?
You can apply through either online or offline channels.
(1)Online channels:
Channel 1: Search the Alipay for applets “Zhejiang Volunteers”.
Channel 2: Enter the Wechat public account “Civilized Hangzhou” and click the navigation column “Voluntary Service”
(2)Oftline channels:
Register through the New Era Civilization Practice Center/Office/Station established at the city, district, county, town, sub-district or village level.
Where to buy licensed souvenirs of Asian (Para) Games Hangzhou 2022?
Offline channels: Licensed commercials’ retailing stores of Asian Games Hangzhou 2022
Online channel: Tmall flag store “Asian Games Hangzhou 2022 Official Store”.
How can an aerial photographer apply for radio frequencies?
During the Asian Games Hangzhou 2022, radio access will be allowed in relevant areas of the Games. Users who need to use radio frequencies or radio equipment may submit an application on the following website: https: /spectrum. Hangzhou 2022. cn/frequency/enterdeclare.
How do overseas people purchase tickets?
After entering China, overseas people can purchase tickets following the same procedures as domestic public. For the member countries and regions of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) that have obtained permission for overseas agencies, their residents can purchase tickets through appointed agencies.
According to the sales agency arrangements and processes for overseas ticketing of the Hangzhou Asian Games, the following four National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and their Authorised Ticket Resellers (ATR), listed in the order of confirmation time, will sell tickets for the sports events of the Hangzhou Asian Games. Audiences within the respective regions can purchase sports event tickets for the Hangzhou Asian Games through these NOCs and their ATRs:
NOC | ATR | |
1 | HKG | China Travel Service (H. K. )LTD |
2 | KOR | Hanjin Travel Service Co. LTD |
3 | JPN | PIA Corporation |
4 | MGL | New Juulchin Tours LLC |
| A．Tmall flag store Licensed commercials’ retailing stores of Asian Games Hangzhou 2022 |
| B．Shopping at the website: https: /spectrum. hangzhou2022. cn/frequency/enterdeclare |
| C．Through the Alibaba applets “Zhejiang Volunteers”. |
| D．Both offline and online channels. |
| A．Only through appointed ticket resellers in their respective regions. |
| B．Following the same procedures as domestic residents after entering China. |
| C．By visiting the official ticketing website with the English page. |
| D．Becoming residents of member countries and regions of OCA |
| A．Ticket services. | B．One-stop Service for Asian Games. |
| C．Questions & Answers. | D．E-Certificate Download. |
6 . Thanks For Giving 4 Miler
Thurs. November 23, 2023
The EventSign up today for the 2023 Thanks For Giving 4 Miler and Kids Dash that will take place this Thanksgiving in New Albany! Come out and join us for a fun kick off to Thanksgiving Day festivities! As always, 100% of our net proceeds go to help those in need.
All are welcome, including competitive runners, joggers, and walkers wanting to enjoy time with friends and loved ones. Registration ends on November 22, 2023.
The FeeThere is no official race fee. You can give as much or as little as you want. However-a $40 minimum donation is required to get our soft T-shirt. Our goal is to feed as many families in Central Ohio as we can. You can help by running our race, spreading the word, or making a donation. You may bring any donation you want, from a can of soup to cash. Let’s make a difference.
Event Day Timeline6:30 am: Race day check-in begins.
8:00 am: Opening ceremony (仪式) begins!
8:15 am: Kids Dash begins!
8:30 am: The Thanks For Giving 4 Miler kicks off!
AwardsThe top three overall male and female finishers will receive a gift certificate. The top three male and female finishers in each of the following age groups will receive a pumpkin (南瓜) pie: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and above. Every participant of the kids race receives a finisher’s medal!
SafetyFor safety, please no bicycles, skateboards, inline skates, or participation with pets.
1. What is Thanks For Giving 4 Miler and Kids Run?| A．A marathon race. | B．A charity event. |
| C．A kid-targeted activity. | D．A holiday get-together. |
| A．A soft T-shirt. | B．A pumpkin pie. |
| C．A gift certificate. | D．A finisher’s medal. |
| A．Bringing a donation. |
| B．Reaching a certain age. |
| C．Registering in advance. |
| D．Wearing safety equipment. |
7 . Outdoor Observations: K-5th Grade Student Competition
CALLING ALL OUTDOOR EXPLORERS! The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) wants you to go outside and observe the world around you! You are asked to find something in the outdoors that you think is interesting and discover more about it! Take the chance to win one of our outdoor explorer bundles(包)! Four prizes will be awarded to two winners per grade band —— two for K-2nd grade and two for 3rd-5th.
A completed project should include:
·A photo or drawing of the interesting thing you observed outdoors.
·A question that you have about the interesting thing.
·What you think the answer to your question is.
·An investigation into whether your answer is correct or not.
Please note:
·You must be a student in a U.S. school.
·If your submission is a link, make sure the privacy and sharing settings allow reviewers to access it. If it is not accessible, it may not be scored.
·Do not include your last name on your presentation——just first name and state. You can put your personal information on the submission form, but for your privacy when we upload, we
will need your presentation without personal identification.
·Make sure you include your parent’s contact information so we can get their permission to post your file on our website.
·The contest opens on May 1, 2024. The deadline for submissions is 11:59 pm. EST on May 31, 2024.
·Winners will be announced in late June.
If you have any questions, please contact STEMEd@orau.org.
1. What is the purpose of ORISE’s competition?| A．To test students’ observation ability. |
| B．To promote outdoor explorer bundles. |
| C．To encourage students to explore the outdoors. |
| D．To compare outdoor education in U.S. schools. |
| A．The links you have referenced. |
| B．The reason you choose the thing. |
| C．The facts you know about the thing. |
| D．The picture of the thing you choose. |
| A．Including a parent’s contact information. |
| B．Making submissions before May 1, 2024. |
| C．Emailing projects to STEMEd@orau.org. |
| D．Writing their full name on the presentation. |
8 . Camping tips: Which overnight wilderness experience is right for you?
If you’re an experienced backpacker, read no further. This article is for camping rookies, those who have never slept beneath the stars or haven’t pitched a tent since their youth but are seriously thinking about overnighting in the wilderness.
Car camping
At its most basic, car camping involves packing a tent, sleeping bag, fold-up chair, cooler and camp stove into your vehicle and staying at a drive-up campground. Nearly every national park, and many state and county parks and private facilities, offer drive-up campgrounds with restrooms, potable water, fire rings or pits, and maybe even hot showers. So there are lots of choices.
The downside of car camping is the fact that these campgrounds are often packed with other campers. Not a lot of privacy, they can be noisy, and possibly hinder your quest of communing with nature.
Backpacking
No vehicle required; just your feet and a good pair of hiking boots or shoes to get you to the next overnight spot. A multi-day hiking trip is without doubt the most immersive way to experience the great outdoors.
Different from maybe car camping, it requires the least expense and equipment. All you really need are a backpack, sleeping bag, water bottle, small first-aid kit, enough food to last the entire travel. It can be done just about anywhere on the planet.
Boat Camping
While this does involve owning or renting a watercraft or using a ferry or water taxi service to reach the overnight site, camping via canoe, kayak, raft or boat offers a similar get-away-from-it-all adventure as backpacking.
Experienced paddlers and boaters usually prefer to camp on their own along a secluded shoreline. But many adventure or wilderness outfitters offer guided trips that can last anywhere from a couple of days to two or three weeks. With a boat, you can sometimes camp places that not even backpackers can reach.
1. Who are the intended readers?| A．Red-blooded males | B．White-collar staff |
| C．Blue-blooded tourists | D．Green-hand campers |
| A．Backpacking allows you to communicate with nature deeply. |
| B．Car camping is the most economic way to experience nature. |
| C．The drive-up campgrounds provide people with private environment. |
| D．Boat camping offers the same adventures as backpacking. |
| A．Feature | B．Style | C．Travel | D．Entertainment |
9 . Most foodies (吃货) agree that eating healthy food is important. But sometimes making good food choices can be tough. Now, there are apps that can help people learn about the food they eat to improve their diets and their dining out experiences.
Cheese & Wine Pairing app
Wine and cheese can be a great combination. But which wines go best with which cheeses? Max McCalman’s Cheese &Wine Pairing app can help. It provides information about hundreds of different cheeses and advises wines to pair with each. Max McCalman’s Cheese & Wine Pairing app is free for iPhones and iPads.
Calorific app
What does 200 calories look like? It can be hard to picture. Calorific provides images of 200 calories worth of food. The pictures can help people on a diet and those who just want to eat healthier food. The app is free for iPads and iPhones. There is also a version that provides more information for a price.
HappyCow app
Vegetarians do not eat animal meat. Vegans do not eat any animal products. The HappyCow app is made for both groups. Users can search for vegetarian-vegan restaurants and stores around the world. A free version of HappyCow is available for Android that has ads and requires an Internet connection.
LocalEats app
Restaurant chains, like McDonald’s, can be found almost anywhere a person might travel. But sometimes travelers want to eat like locals. LocalEats is designed for that. It lists locally owned restaurants so users can try foods from that area. The app costs about a dollar.
1. Which app will be the most attractive for people who want to lose weight?| A．Cheese & Wine Pairing app. | B．Calorific app |
| C．LocalEats app. | D．HappyCow app |
| A．Cheese & Wine Pairing app aims to recommend wines. |
| B．Calorific app is totally free for different versions. |
| C．HappyCow app is made for both vegetarians and vegans. |
| D．LocalEats app is designed to recommend some restaurant chains. |
| A．An IT textbook. | B．A guide brochure. |
| C．A research paper. | D．A lifestyle magazine. |
10 . Book Chat Club
Calling all book lovers aged 11 to 17 years old! The Margaret River Bookshop and the Margaret River Library work together to start a Book Chat Club. | |
What is a Book Chat Club? It’s a club for people aged 11—17 who love reading books. Each month we will discuss what we have read and give recommendations to other members. There will not be a “set” of books that every member needs to read. Each time we will choose a different theme and you pick a book that you think fits. The book can be one from your own collection or something you have read at the school library. Actually we don’t mind where you found the book. What we want to know is your thoughts on it. There will be prizes for the best review of every month and free snacks! | If you want to join us, please complete our sign-up sheet (报名表) at either the Library or the Bookshop. Free Event! Time, location and dates * 9:30 a.m.—10:30 a.m. * Margaret River Library * Last Sunday of the month 28 May 25 June 30 July 27 August 29 October 26 November 31 December |
Call the library at 555-3721 for more information or visit amrlibraries.com. | |
| A．At 9:50 p.m. on May 28. | B．At 9:30 a.m. on July 30. |
| C．At 10:20 a.m. on November 28. | D．At 10:30 p.m. on October 29. |
| A．Five. | B．Six. | C．Seven. | D．Eight. |
| A．Each member has a required book list every month. |
| B．The best reviewer can only get free snacks as the prize. |
| C．The book lovers aged 11—17 don’t have to pay to join the Book Chat Club. |
| D．The book lovers aged 11—17 can visit amrlibraries.com to complete sign-up sheets. |
