1 . Amsterdam Destination Guide
Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museum and cycling culture. Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your trip to Amsterdam.
| Peak (高峰) Season | Population | Language(s) | Currency (货币) | January Climate | July Climate |
| May to October | 813,562 | Dutch | Euro | Average high: 5.8 °C | Average high: 22.0 °C |
Must-See Attractions
Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops. Don’t miss the Dam Square and the areas around Spui and Nieuwmarkt. You’ll also want to check out Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter in the South District, which is a great place to buy souvenir gifts for family back home at the Albert Cuyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark. If you have time you should try to explore the Canal Ring, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and is a pub for celebrity spotting and nightlife today.
Transportation
Travelers should be aware that Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is one of the busiest airports in the world. This airport is located about 15 kilometers southwest of the city center. You’d better catch a train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station, which has many connecting routes (路线). It’s typically not a good idea to drive a car to the city center because traffic is crowded and parking is difficult to find. Cycling is quite popular here, and it’s easy to find cheap bike rentals around town.
1. Which month is the high tourist season?| A．July. | B．January. | C．April. | D．December. |
| A．In the Vondelpark. | B．At the Canal Ring. |
| C．At the Dam Square. | D．At the Albert Cuyp Market. |
| A．By bike. | B．On foot. | C．By car. | D．By train. |
2 . On the banks of the beautiful Macquarie River, Bathurst is a town of pretty tree-lined streets, beautiful parks and wonderful heritage buildings. Many activities are held there year-round. Here are some for you.
The Lazy Sunday Afternoon
January 1
Join us for the Lazy Sunday Afternoon as we show you local award-winning wine from Three Views Vineyard. Please call in advance to book. Enjoy cheap wine tastings and a selection of cheeses. For those who do not want to drive, a pick-up is available.
International Museum Photograph Day
January 15
Celebrate International Museum Photograph Day with a selfie at Bathurst Regional Council Museums with free entrance. To win a prize for the most imaginative photographs, just use the marking Museum Photograph Day Bathurst when you post on Facebook.
Bathurst Miniature Railway
From February 1 to February 16
Bathurst Miniature Railway operates every third Sunday of the month. It is located next to the Tennis Centre in Durham Street. The club started in 1977 and today operates nearly 600 meters of race track in Durham Street Bathurst. Over the years more tracks for your enjoyment of sports have been added.
Challenge Bathurst
From November 28 to December 1
Challenge Bathurst is a great opportunity to drive your own street car or track racing car on the famous Mount Panorama Racing Circuit. With the most exciting 6.2 kilometers of bitumen (沥青) on the planet open for your speeding enjoyment, you won’t want to miss your chance to gain an unforgettable experience.
1. What do we know about the Lazy Sunday Afternoon?| A．It is held monthly. | B．It is free of charge. |
| C．It refuses to offer pick-up service. | D．It requires booking ahead of time. |
| A．A man loving food and wine. | B．A girl fond of taking pictures. |
| C．A kid expecting free car rides. | D．A teenager wanting to play tennis. |
| A．To introduce some events in Bathurst. | B．To advertise some summer activities. |
| C．To show races on the Bathurst streets. | D．To provide opportunities for indoor sports. |
3 . The purpose of the following programs is to provide excellent learning opportunities for students.
Week of Wild
Come to join us in an adventure around the world! Campers are able to see and touch some rare animals in a safe and comfortable setting. Our educators present children with the biological knowledge of each animal, their importance in the environment, and the protection that are in place or needed.
Grades: 3rd—6th
Price: $329 Members/$349 Non-members
Treasure Ventures
In this program, students will go on a journey with Jim Hawkins, a boy with big dreams. He faces pirates and rough seas. Students will build pirate ships, survey Camp Centerland with home-made compasses and maps to find buried treasure.
Grades: 2nd—4th
Price: $359 Members/$379 Non-members
City of Ember
Power failures are common. There is no light in the sky. Outside the city in what is called the Unknown Regions where only darkness can be found, campers will learn something about electricity. They will discover which materials are conductors of electricity.
Grades: 5th—9th
Price: $269 Members/$289 Non-members
Soccer Shots
Soccer Shots is a national program teaching children aged 2—8 the beautiful game of soccer. One of our trademarks is "Developmentally Good Classes" that stresses creative play, enjoyment of sport, and character-building lessons. Our coaches are energetic people who love working with kids of all ages.
Grades: K—2nd
Price: $329 Members/$359 Non-members
1. What can students learn in Week of Wild?| A．Simple ways to raise animals. | B．Basic knowledge about adventure. |
| C．Some skills about choosing a camp setting. | D．Some animals facing the danger of dying out. |
| A．Week of Wild. | B．City of Ember. |
| C．Treasure Ventures. | D．Soccer Shots. |
| A．Mike can only take part in it. | B．It's the cheapest of the four. |
| C．Mike enjoys nature and animals. | D．It's the most educational of the four. |
4 . It can be hard to keep kids busy sometimes, especially when school is out. Whether your kid is in pre-school or high school, there are fun, educational, and even some free apps on this list for them.
ABCmouse. com
ABCmouse.com is available both as an app and a website. It uses fun storyline-based videos, quizzes, and activities—there’s even a virtual map outlining your child’s learning path to keep kids engaged.
Ages:4-8
Cost:One-month free trial, then $ 10/month subscription (订阅).
EPIC!
Epic! is an app for kids with an e-book library that contains over 35,000 children’s books. This app is a perfect way to take reading wherever your device goes, and it’s great for families with kids of various ages.
Ages: 2-12
Cost: one—month free trial, then $ 8/month.
QUIDK MATH
Kids know that math can be boring, but this app transforms numbers into something more creative and interactive (互动的). Quick Math Jr. is an app for kids with 12 different math games that feature fundamental math skills and concepts.
Ages: 4-8
Cost: free
BrainPOP Jr. Movie of the Week
For 20 years, BrainPOP has been providing kids all over the world with in-depth, yet easy to understand educational videos on everything ranging from Mozart to food allergies. BrainPOP Jr. Movie of the Week is an app that helps younger kids get these videos, plus short quizzes on them.
Ages :6-9
Cost: free, optional subscription(订阅)is $6.99/month
1. How much is it if you want to use EPIC! for the first year?| A．$ 120 | B．$96 | C．$110 | D．$ 88 |
| A．QUICK Math | B．EPIC! | C．ABCmouse. com | D．BrainPOP Jr. Movie of the Week |
| A．They are interactive. | B．They are educational. |
| C．Players have quizzes. | D．They are free of charge. |
5 . New York Walking Tour
♦Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking Tour
Start this exciting guided 4-hour tour by getting early Reserve Line Access boarding on the ferry to Liberty Island. Once there, go inside the base of the statue and head to the observation decks for an awesome view of New York City and its surroundings. Then come back on the ferry to Ellis Island to learn about the history of immigration to America that took place here between 1892 and 1954.
♦Central Park Walking Tour
Walk through Central Park’s most picturesque highlights on a 2-hour tour with a professional photographer. Remember your New York City adventure with unforgettable images of you with family or friends as you circle the towers at Belvedere Castle, walk through paths with flowers in the Conservatory Garden, or feed the swans by the Loeb Boathouse.
♦New York City Architecture Walking Tour
Learn about the history of the buildings that define the New York City skyline on a 3-hour walking architecture tour. Walk down the famous 42nd Street corridor with a longtime New York resident and architectural expert, stopping along the way to learn about Midtown Manhattan’s most iconic structures like the Chrysler Building, Ford Foundation, Grand Central Station and the New York Public Library.
♦Greenwich Village Walking Tour
Greenwich Village is one of New York City’s most beautiful and famous neighborhoods. Take a guided 3-hour walking tour of this legendary Lower Manhattan space. Hear about the famous artists who once lived here, from Edgar Allan Poe to Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix and countless others. Walk the winding streets and visit popular Washington Square Park, reliving more than 200 years of history.
1. Why do tourists visit Ellis Island?| A．To know about American immigration history. | B．To explore the surroundings of the island. |
| C．To get a whole view of New York City. | D．To observe Statue of Liberty closely. |
| A．Central Park Walking Tour. | B．Greenwich Village Walking Tour. |
| C．New York City Architecture Walking Tour. | D．Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking Tour. |
| A．Take unforgettable pictures. | B．Come across Bob Dylan. |
| C．Visit New York Public Library. | D．Learn about well-known artists. |
6 . Stand Up Straight and Feel Better with the Perfect Walker
It's a cruel fact of life, as we age, gravity (重力) takes over. We find ourselves walking less and less — and that only makes matters worse.
Well, cheer up! There's finally a product designed to enable us all to walk properly and stay on the go. It's called the Perfect Walker, and it can truly change your life.
Traditional walkers simply aren't designed well. They require you to put pressure on your back, neck, wrists and your hands. Over time, this makes walking uncomfortable and can result in health problems. That's all changed with the Perfect Walker. Its upright design and padded elbow will make you more comfortable.
Its special frame gives you plenty of room to step, and the oversized wheels help you move across the floor. The height can be easily adjusted (调节) with the push of a button. Once you've reached your destination you can use the hand brakes to gently slow down, and there's even a handy seat with a storage space.
Why do you spend another day making walking uncomfortable? Call now, and find out how you can try out a Perfect Walker for yourself in your own home. You'll be glad you buy it.
Telephone number： 1-888-884-1571
Please mention the promotion code (优惠码) 113409.
For more information, visit www. ThePer fect Walker. com.
1. what's the main purpose of the text?| A．To find out who needs the Perfect Walker. |
| B．To show how to choose a good product. |
| C．To tell readers how to buy a walker. |
| D．To advertise the Perfect Walker. |
| A．The old. | B．The climbers. |
| C．The babies. | D．The race walkers. |
| A．By asking for an e-mail. | B．By visiting the website. |
| C．By calling 1-988-884-1571. | D．By showing the promotion code. |
7 . About the Irish Experience
The Irish Experience is a program for North American high school students. This program takes place over a four-week period in July. For two weeks the students will live in the beautiful university town of Cork in the South of Ireland. They will attend classes in an informal and relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional Irish music is alive in Cork City and can be heard most nights in some of the pubs in the city centre. There are several theatres in the city. A visit to one of these will be part of our schedule. Cork is also the gateway to the beautiful south-west part of Ireland and we will be taking in all the sights of West Cork and Kerry.
The other two weeks will be spent at University College Dublin, a short bus ride from the centre of Dublin, one of the oldest capital cities in Europe with one of the youngest populations — almost 50% of the city`s people are under 25 years old. Staying at student apartments on the university campuses, students will have the opportunity to meet young people of many different nationalities.
The students will enjoy a true Celtic cultural experience and a sense of Irish history and culture through guided tours to various historical sites in Dublin—The Cliffs of Moher in County Clare and the Neolithic passage tombs in Newgrange, County Meath.
1. What can we learn about the Irish Experience?| A．It admits college students. | B．It is hosted by universities. |
| C．It`s a summer study abroad program. | D．It aims to advertise universities in Ireland. |
| A．They will visit a theatre. | B．They will study at West Cork. |
| C．They will play live music at a pub. | D．They will spend a whole night at a pub. |
| A．It is the oldest city in the world. | B．It has a very young population. |
| C．It attracts people under 25 years old. | D．It has people of different nationalities. |
8 . Gifts.com provides more than just ideas. Sure, our unique 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．It gives people a good reason to celebrate. | B．It is organized according to personal taste. |
| C．Its endless new gifts. | D．Its special gift ideas. |
| A．are designed for people working in offices | B．have a guide to help people choose gifts |
| C．sell gifts from top stores online | D．provide gift baskets |
| A．a businessman | B．a teenager | C．a group | D．a parent |
9 . Affordable Beach Vacation in Corfu
Corfu, an island off the coast of Greece, offers visitors sunkissed shores with clear water and lots of beaches.
Finding the Perfect Beach
Our first pick is Sidari Beach. It’s a blue flag beach perfect for couples looking for a more private feel, as it’s far from bigger tourist destinations. Issos Beach makes for the perfect place for watching the sunset. Dassia Bay has a bit more water sports. Paleokastritsa is an amazing West Coast village with six beaches on offer, including Rovinia Beach.
Getting around Corfu
Corfu offers bike rentals and bus service as a cheaper alternative (替代) to taxis. The best time to visit Corfu is during the “shoulder season” in April/May. The weather isn’t as warm as the high seasons but it remains perfect. It is not crowded in this period, but you still need to book ahead of schedule as Corfu stays popular throughout the year.
Eating Out For Less
There are a lot of well-priced restaurants but street food is also a big winner. Some popular choices are Souvlakia and Pita Gyros. There are also many cheeses special to Greece, including Tirokafteri and Ladotyri. Corfu also has many unbelievable desserts (甜食). Stazei Meli is a tourist favourite to give them a try.
1. Which place is probably the best choice for couples?| A．Sidari Beach. | B．Dassia Bay. |
| C．Issos Beach. | D．Rovinia Beach. |
| A．Rent a bike. | B．Book in advance. |
| C．Wear warm clothes. | D．Set off in April/May. |
| A．It cooks popular dishes. | B．It severs well-priced food. |
| C．It produces special cheese. | D．It sells amazing desserts. |
10 . Kids Nature and Survival Camp
Set free your kids’ imagination and spirit of adventure at this camp, as they learn about the natural environment and the important skills of survival.
Activity overview
*4–Day Camp in the Santa Cruz Mountains
*Basic Survival Skills: Shelter, Water, Fire, Food
*Set your own custom（定制的）camp date
Details
*The camp will run for 5 hours each day: 9 am-2 pm.
*This class is 100% hands-on and very active. Everything your kids learn, they will do – no indoor classrooms or long lectures.
Dates offered
– We offer 1 public camp date each summer for ages 8–12. For 2019, that date is August 5 – 8 (9 am – 2 pm each day).
– We also arrange custom/private camp dates for both kids and teens all year round.
Extra information
**4–Day Camp: $395
**Add shuttle ride to/from downtown Santa Cruz for $160 ($40 per day)
**At this time we do not have shuttle service from the Silicon Valley side of the hill, but we do work to help organize carpools（拼车）from the Los Gatos/Saratoga/ Campbell area each year for interested parents.
1. What will kids learn if they join the camp?| A．How to do long lectures. | B．How to survive in the wild. |
| C．How to organize a camp. | D．How to improve their imagination. |
| A．It is free for all children. |
| B．Children could learn it online. |
| C．It is based on practicing in person to learn. |
| D．Kids could book a public camp date each spring. |
| A．Los Gatos. | B．Santa Cruz. | C．Saratoga. | D．Campbell. |
