1 . Summer vacation approaching, want your kids to explore something meaningful rather than being glued to the screens? Bring your kids to the Sarek National Theme Garden which combines a fascinating hike with an amazing opportunity to learn some knowledge about the unique carvings.
The garden, founded in 1979, is famous for its blossoms and the exhibition of rock carvings. Every year, countless visitors come to enjoy the spectacular blossoms, view the unique exhibition and participate in various educational activities.
Now let’s start the journey with admiring the beauty of the local blossoms, ranging from lotuses to Begonia flowers along the paths. Meanwhile, you can enjoy the unique exhibition, featuring a wide range of rock carvings by experienced craftsmen with professionals introducing them in detail.
Rules:
Don’t pick the flowers or shake the trees while enjoying the blossoms.
Pets are not allowed except guided dogs to serve people with disabilities.
Don’t touch the carvings with your hands except the particular ones.
Opening hours:
Tuesday — Sunday: 9 am-5 pm.
Prices:
Adult: ¥75 (a 10% discount before June 16, 2024)
Child (6-18): ¥35
Child under 6: Free
All visitors including children under 6 need tickets to enter the garden. Tickets are available at the Visitors Service Center. Also you can book tickets in advance online.
1. For whom the passage is intended?| A．Parents. | B．Children. | C．Guides. | D．Professionals. |
| A．¥135. | B．¥185. | C．¥205. | D．¥220. |
| A．It opens on weekdays. |
| B．It offers educational activities. |
| C．It has a history of over half a century. |
| D．Children under 6 can enter the garden without a ticket. |
2 . What are the Biggest Music Festivals in the world, and how to book them? This post will tell you about their dates, line ups and prices! And just a click of the mouse, you will get more detailed information.
Glastonbury Festival (UK)Glastonbury is renowned for its mix of music, from rock to pop and electronic. Besides music, the festival celebrates art, culture, and even has a free expression spirit. The Glastonbury Festival has been running since 1970 and has become a hot spot for music lovers worldwide.
Place: Pilton, Somerset, UK Price: Around $420
Date: June 21-25,2024 Line Up Includes: To be announced
Ultra Music Festival (USA)Ultra is an electronic music festival held annually in Miami, Florida. It’s a part of the larger Winter Music Conference. With its heart-pounding beats and top-tier EDM acts, Ultra has expanded its influence with events now in countries around the globe.
Place: Miami, Florida Price: To be announced
Date: May 22-24,2024 Line Up Includes: To be announced
Coachella (USA)The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, commonly referred to as Coachella, is an annual event held in Indio, California. Known for its diverse lineup of musical acts, art installations, and its celebrity attendees, it’s become a prominent fixture in pop culture and a must-attend for many festival-goers.
Place: Indio, California Price:3-day ticket costs $447.51
Date: April 12-14 & 19-21,2024 Line Up Includes: To be announced
Roskilde Festival (Denmark)Roskilde, based in Denmark, is one of Europe’s largest music and arts festivals. It has a rich history, running since 1971, and is run mainly by volunteers. The festival combines various musical genres, ensuring a comprehensive experience for attendees.
Place: Roskilde, Denmark Price: Around $350
Date: June 29 -July 6,2024 Line Up Includes: Burna Boy, Christine and more
1. If you are a fan of music with strong beats, which festival is your best choice?| A．Coachella. | B．Roskilde Festival. |
| C．Ultra Music Festival. | D．Glastonbury Festival. |
| A．It has a rich history. | B．It is the largest in Europe. |
| C．It includes a variety of music genres. | D．It is chiefly operated by volunteers. |
| A．A music magazine. | B．A personal blog. |
| C．An entertainment website. | D．A festival poster. |
3 . The library is the heart of a university—its collections, services, and study spaces are central to every student’s educational journey. Let’s take a look at some famous university libraries around the world.
Magdalen College Old LibraryOxford University is famous for its academic programs, but it’s also known for its outstanding libraries that are said to include more than 11 million books. The Old Library at Magdalen College is the crown jewel of the university’s library system. It contains more than 20,000 rare books and manuscripts. Nearly all of these volumes were published before 1800.
TU Delft LibraryThe library at the Delft University of Technology was constructed in 1997, which has more than 862,000 books, 16,000 magazine subscriptions and its own museum. But it will only take a glance to be attracted, as it is a sight to remember. The building itself exists beneath the ground, so you can’t really see the actual library. What makes it interesting is the roof, which is a grassy hill.
Trinity College LibraryThe Trinity College Library in Dublin is the oldest library in Ireland, founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I. It contains more than 200,000 of the library’s oldest books. Treasures of the library’s extensive collection include a rare copy of the 1916 proclamation (宣言) of the Irish Republic and a beautiful 15th century harp (竖琴).
Joe and Rika Mansueto LibraryOpened in 2011, the Joe and Rika Mansueto Library at the University of Chicago is designed with a grand glass roof, perfect for staring out when you are tired. The library can hold around 3.5 million volumes through its underground automatic storage system. If you are not already impressed, the librarians, robotic cranes, will knock your socks off. They can locate and bring you any book within an average time of 3 minutes.
1. What do Magdalen College Old Library and Trinity College Library have in common?| A．Both house stringed instruments. |
| B．Both feature attractive designs. |
| C．Both boast numerous ancient books. |
| D．Both gain recognition as crown jewels. |
| A．TU Delft Library. | B．Trinity College Library. |
| C．Magdalen College Old Library. | D．Joe and Rika Mansueto Library. |
| A．Music enthusiasts. | B．Book collectors. |
| C．Exchange students. | D．Jewel designers. |
4 . Formula One Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix 2024
From April 19 to 21, the much-anticipated 2024 Formula One Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix will come alive with the roar of engines at the Shanghai International Circuit. Details about tickets for the event are as follows.
Ticket Price:
[Grandstand] [Session] [Price (RMB)]
A Platinum 3 Day Ticket 3880
• A High 3 Day/Fri./Sat./Sun. Ticket 2880/490/890/2490
• A Low 3 Day/Fri./Sat./Sun. Ticket 2280/390/690/1990
• H/K 3 Day/Fri./Sat./Sun. Ticket 1480/290/590/1290
• C/F/J/L 3 Day Ticket 480
Ticketing Instructions:
• This event adopts electronic tickets with one ticket per person. Children require a full-priced ticket, and children under the age of three are not allowed entry.
• For each session of this event, a maximum of 4 tickets per mobile phone number and 1 ticket per ID card number can be purchased. When purchasing tickets, buyers must provide the audience’s real name, a valid personal ID, and a valid mobile phone number. After a successful purchase, ticket purchasers should retain e-ticket seat information appropriately.
• Ticket refunds can be requested without fees from the date of purchase until 24: 00 on February 29, 2024. From 00:00 on March 1, 2024, to 24: 00 on April 15, 2024, refunds will invite a 10% handling fee. No refunds will be accepted from 00: 00 on April 16, 2024. Returned within 7 working days.
• This event implements real-name verification with ID card and facial recognition for entry.
• The schedule and arrangement of the competition may be subject to changes, and please stay tuned to Formula One Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix official WeChat and Weibo for the latest information.
1. What should be offered to buy a ticket?| A．The audience’s nickname. | B．The audience’s e-ticket seat information. |
| C．The audience’s WeChat number. | D．The audience’s available phone number. |
| A．59 yuan. | B．531 yuan. | C．1, 062 yuan. | D．1, 180 yuan. |
| A．It will last 7 days. | B．It will be exciting and noisy. |
| C．It doesn’t limit the audience’s age. | D．It will never be postponed or cancelled. |
Gwyneth Paltrow and Victoria Beckham are fans of the Tracy Anderson Method, which involves dance-based classes using body resistance and very light hand weights. Her online programme includes a new weekly workout, as well as access to existing classes, her digital magazine and meal planning guides. It’s at ￡69 per month, but you get a discount for annual membership.tracyanderson.com
RoarThe singer Ellie Goulding and the fashion designer Henry Holland are said to be fans of Roar’s daily live classes, which include the Overdrive—a high energy weights-based workout focusing on upper-body strengthening and cardiovascular fitness. Their founder, the three times Olympian speed skater Sarah Lindsay, has also trained the broadcaster Piers Morgan and the DJ Nick Grimshaw. There’s a 14-day free trial, then membership starts at โ12.50per month with live daily workouts and unlimited access to the library. roar-fitness.com
CentrThe Thor actor Chris Hemsworth and his personal trainer Luke Zocchi launched the Centr app in 2019. It features 20 and 40-minute session s of HIIT, Pilates, yoga, boxing and guided meditation, plus recipe ideas, a meal planner and stress and well being support. It’s offering a free seven-day trial, and starts from £7.83permonth. centr.com
Get It DoneThe former professional footballer and celebrity trainer Bradley Simmonds launched his platform, Get It Done, in 2020. The app includes daily live streamed and on-demand classes featuring yoga, core fitness and strength. From ￡22 per month. Getitdone. fitness
1. What do Tracy Anderson and Centr have in common?| A．Dance-based classes. | B．Special magazines. |
| C．Meal planning guides. | D．A free trial period. |
| A．Tracy Anderson. | B．Roar. | C．Centr. | D．Get It Done. |
| A．Professional athletes. | B．Fitness enthusiasts. |
| C．Famous celebrities. | D．Personal trainers. |
