1 . You can either travel or read, but either your body or your soul must be on the way. The popular saying has inspired many people to read or go sightseeing. Here are four books that you can take on your trip.
1. On the Road, 1957, by Jack Kerouac
The book is a popular spiritual guidebook about youth. The main character in the book drives across the US continent with several young people and finally reaches Mexico. After the exhausting and exciting trip, the characters in the book begin to realize the meaning of life.
2. Life Is Elsewhere, 1975, by Milan Kundera
Jean-Jacques Rousseau once said, "Man is born free, and everywhere he is in chains." The book describes a young artist's romantic but miserable life, about how he reads, dreams and has a relationship during his trip to Central Europe. The book invites you to deeply reflects on your current life and to honor the Czech-born writer Kundera.
3. My Name Is Red, 1998, by Orhan Pamuk
The book, a masterpiece of the Nobel Prize winner for Literature Orhan Pamuk, has been translated into more than 50 languages and published around the world. It tells a story of a young man, who was away from home for 12 years, coming back to his hometown in Istanbul. What embraces him is not only love, but a series of murder cases as well.
4. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, 2013, by Rachel Joyce
The novel tells a story of a 60-year-old man who lived a boring and unhappy life, until one day, he received his old friend's letter who got cancer. In deep shock and sorrow, he went out to send his reply letter. 627 miles in 87 days, he walked depending on one belief that “his friend can survive as long as he walks”.
1. Whose book can make you rethink your own life?| A．Jack Kerouac. | B．Milan Kundera. | C．Orhan Pamuk. | D．Rachel Joyce. |
| A．On the Road. | B．Life Is Elsewhere. |
| C．My Name Is Red. | D．The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry. |
| A．He walked to keep healthy. | B．He was in deep shock and sorrow. |
| C．He expected his friend to live longer. | D．He lived a very boring and unhappy life. |
2 . 
RD Talks: You’ll Be a Man, My Son
“If you can dream and not make dreams your master...” Behind the inspirational poem “If” by Rudyard Kipling lies the story of a father’s love and a son’s sacrifice.
Pride And Prejudice
Several different audio (有声的) readings of Jane Austen’s comedy about Elizabeth Bennett’s and Mr. Darcy’s search for love can be found on YouTube. Search for “Pride and Prejudice” on YouTube or in a search engine.
Can’t Wait For Christmas
In a busy world, there’s peace in seeking out simple traditional pleasures. This is the place to discover the top five Christmas songs to sing at karaoke and learn about a new party game—the White Elephant Christmas Exchange.
Stay Away From Matthew MaGill left behind was a box filled with personal papers and photos that showed an unbelievable life. Using the objects in the box, award-winning journalist Eric Mennel, a host of a new podcast (有声
The final months of Matthew MaGill’s life were spent homeless, living in the woods. All he杂志), tracks down MaGill’s life story.
HOW TO GET PODCASTS To listen on the web: In a search engine, look up “Stay Away From Matthew MaGill”, for example, and click on the play button. To download: Download an app such as Podcatchers or iTunes and search by title. |
| A．Pride And Prejudice. |
| B．You’ll Be a Man, My Son. |
| C．Stay Away From Matthew MaGill. |
| D．Can’t Wait For Christmas. |
| A．Rudyard Kipling. | B．Jane Austen. |
| C．Matthew MaGill. | D．Eric Mennel. |
| A．In a magazine. | B．In a textbook. |
| C．In a research paper. | D．In a travel brochure. |
3 . International Sports Groups & Clubs in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is an international city with a rich history and a highly diverse population from 180 different backgrounds, enjoying a broad range of culture and lifestyles. Here’s a selection of useful information to make your time in Amsterdam as easy and enjoyable as possible.
Amsterdam Football
It’s men’s football 1st team playing in the official Dutch Football League System.
New players are always welcome to try out.
Email: r.mac@ hotmail.com
Website: www.facebook.com/ExpatFootballAmsterdam
Amsterdam Triathlon and Cycling Club
Focused on cycling, the Amsterdam Triathlon and Cycling Club is a social club that welcomes foreigners and locals alike, with training going hand in hand with coffee shops and after-training drinks. There is also an annual dinner party that extends to athletes’ friends and families. It has regular rides and runs for beginners as well as experienced cyclists, and welcomes new members.
Email: atac.club@ gmail.com
Website: www.atac-club.nl
House of Running
It’s a social running club offering programs for advanced fitness levels to prepare for various races, such as the Amsterdam Marathon, half marathon or ultra–marathon race. Get in great shape, make friends and have fun. The group meets weekly in Amsterdam, with two 20–21 week training seasons per year.
Email: info@ houseofrunning.com
Website: www.facebook.com/HouseofRunning
Slim Tennis
The Slim Tennis is situated near Amsterdam Zuid WTC and offers tennis lessons to foreigners of all levels(including beginners). Custom lessons are possible, plus individual and group lessons can also be held during lunch hours. These can be provided in English, French or Dutch.
Email: info@ slimtennis. Nl
Website: www.slimtennis.nl
1. Which club is not suitable for beginners?| A．The Amsterdam Football. |
| B．The Amsterdam Triathlon and Triathlon and Cycling Club. |
| C．The House of Running. |
| D．The Slim Tennis. |
| A．Have free coffee. |
| B．Bring your friends and families. |
| C．Learn local culture. |
| D．Meet official instructors. |
| A．Drinks. | B．Language lessons. | C．Custom lessons. | D．Table Tennis lessons. |
4 . Sports and movies often go hand in hand. Many important elements of good storytelling are present in most sports competitions. As a result, screenwriters and directors are keen on telling interesting stories of athletes. Here are a few truly unforgettable sports films over the past years alone.
Read on! Kids.
Teen Wolf
Year released: 1985 Director: Rod Daniel
Teen wolf is one of the most famous films of the 1980s, starring Michael J. Fox who was one of the biggest stars of the decade. Fox acts the role of a werewolf (狼人) boy, Scott Howard. He stands out as a player of the school basketball team, gaining popularity and attention.
Sunset Park
Year released: 1996 Director: Steve Gomer
Starring Rhea Perlman, Fredro Starr, and the then- unknown Terrence Howard, Sunset Park is about a high school basketball team filled with kids at a loss for meaning of life. When the new coach, Phyllis Saroka, a woman, takes over the team, the kids give her a hard time. But she doesn’t lose heart or give them up. Eventually, they inspire each other and turn into a family.
Hoosiers
Year released: 1986 Director: David Anspaugh
The film tells the story of a small town in Indiana and how its high school goes on to win a state title despite all the difficulties. Featuring an amazing performance by Gene Hackman in a starring role as the team’s coach, Hoosiers is richly detailed and real to life, as it spares no expense in making sure that every problem that team must overcome is examined.
Space Jam
Year released: 1996 Director: Joe Pytka
There are too many reasons to love this film: the presence of the NBA’S greatest superstar together with cartoon legends, the great final game between the Monstars and the Tune Squad. Space Jam is a basketball movie that never takes itself too seriously from start to finish, always putting fun first.
1. What can we infer from Sunset Park?| A．Phyllis Saroka gives her players a hard time. |
| B．Phyllis Saroka is searching for the meaning of life. |
| C．Phyllis Saroka tries hard to form a basketball team. |
| D．Phylis Saroka finally gains acceptance with her patience. |
| A．Hoosiers. | B．Space Jam. | C．Teen wolf. | D．Sunset Park. |
| A．Entertainment. | B．Business. | C．Education. | D．Travel. |
5 . Ten years ago, nine out of ten American families used cable (有线电视）or satellite. However, a little over half do so today. The fall of pay-TV, in the advance of online streaming (流媒体），has overturned the television industry and forced Hollywood companies like Disney to rethink their business model. And an increasing number of customers cut the cord from cable providers.
But it's not everywhere. Unlike Americans, Europeans are signing up for more cables and satellites than ever before. The market share of pay-TV in Britain will go beyond that in America this year, according to Ampere Analysis, a research company. In France and Germany it already has.
What has happened to American media missed Europe. But why? One reason is price. America's cable industry may look competitive: the largest player, Comcast, has only a quarter of the market. But because it is highly localized, most homes have few choices, says Richard Broughton of Ampere. As a result, the average monthly cable cost is close to S100. British homes pay less than half the amount.
A second factor is content. American cable TV is running out of shows as studios move their best ones to their own streaming platforms(平台）. In Europe, where some streamers have yet to broadcast, pay-TV companies preserve the rights to many of the most popular titles.
The last reason Europe still favors cable is that American streamer's are partnering with European pay-TV companies rather than competing with them. In the race for viewers, the quickest way for streamers to rise quickly in Europe has been to join forces with satellite and cable. They are the ones with access to customers and the ability to deal with local marketing and ad sales.
Will cord-cutting eventually cross the Atlantic? As long as Hollywood studios continue to allow European cable providers to play their programs, customers will have every reason to stick with pay-TV. In the long run, though, studios would rather bring viewers onto their own online streaming platforms, as in America.
1. What do the underlined words “cut the cord" in paragraph 1 mean?| A．Change payment methods. |
| B．Refuse online streaming. |
| C．Stop buying pay-TV services. |
| D．Follow the business model. |
| A．By offering facts. |
| B．By giving explanations. |
| C．By sharing opinions. |
| D．By starting discussions. |
| A．European pay-TV customers have limited choices |
| B．European pay-TV companies own rich show resources |
| C．European media companies have reached an agreement on price |
| D．European and American cable providers enjoy a close relationship |
| A．The cable industry will be history in Europe in the near future. |
| B．Cable companies in Europe are worried about the present situation. |
| C．Hollywood programs contribute to the steady pay-TV market in Europe. |
| D．European customers refuse to accept American streamers into local markets. |
6 . Our Teen Leader program allows campers to continue improving in their sport of choice — basketball, soccer, tennis, or volleyball — while also taking on special leadership roles intended for our oldest campers.
During the Core Sports periods, teens will continue to develop their personal skills and receive individualized education from our Head Coaches. They'll also teaching younger campers, helping them to develop their skills.
Outside of the sports program, teens will have the opportunity to take on more responsibility at camp, such as helping plan and lead camp activities like Evening Programs.
| During each session (学年), teens will: build confidence and develop leadership skills practice problem solving, critical (批判的) thinking continue developing skills in their Core Sport: basketball, soccer, volleyball, or tennis assist in leading camp programs like Maccabi Cup, Electives, and Evening Programs |
Our teen program is available during both sessions. This program offers our older campers a unique opportunity to develop their leadership and sports skills in a supportive camp environment.
Click here to register (注册) your child for our teen program. For more information, call our office at 415997-8844.
1. Who is the article intended for?| A．Sports lovers. | B．Teens' parents. | C．Camp lovers. | D．Teens' leaders. |
| A．The mix of sports and camp. |
| B．The balance of game and sports. |
| C．The mix of sports and leadership. |
| D．The balance of team spirit and personal skills. |
| A．By giving individualized education. |
| B．By organizing camp programs. |
| C．By serving as leaders for younger campers. |
| D．By practicing critical thinking. |
7 . 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 can help. It provides information about hundreds of different cheeses and advises wines to pair with each. Max McCalman's Cheese & Wine Pairing 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. HappyCow 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. If people want to go on a diet, they need ________| A．Cheese & Wine Pairing | B．LocalEats | C．Calorific | D．HappyCow |
| A．It is made for groups. | B．It is not free for iPhones or Android. |
| C．It is designed for travelers. | D．It is not available for vegetarians. |
| A．To help people choose free restaurants. | B．To advertise the best apps for iPhones. |
| C．To introduce some healthy eating habits. | D．To inform foodies of some useful apps. |
7：30 pm - 1：00 am Free at the Cyclops Theatre
Do you know who's playing in your area？We're bringing you an exciting evening of live rock and pop music from the best local bands.Are you interested in becoming a musician and getting a recording contract（合同）？If so,come early to the talk at 7：30 pm by Jules Skye,a successful record producer.He's going to talk about how you can find the right person to produce your music.
Gee Whizz
8：30 pm - 10：30 pm Comedy at Kaleidoscope
Come and see Gee Whizz perform.He's the funniest stand-up comedian on the comedy scene.This joyful show will please everyone,from they youngest to the oldest.Gee Whizz really knows how to make you laugh!Our bar is open from 7：00 pm for drinks and snacks（快餐）.
Simon's Workshop
5：00 pm - 7：30 pm Wednesdays at Victoria Stage
This is a good chance for anyone who wants to learn how to do comedy.The workshop looks at every kind of comedy,and practices many different ways of making people laugh.Simon is a comedian and actor who has 10 years' experience of teaching comedy.His workshops are exciting and fun.An evening with Simon will give you the confidence to be funny.
Charlotte Stone
8：00 pm - 11：00 pm Pizza World
Fine food with beautiful jazz music；this is a great evening out.Chariotte Stone will perform songs from her new best-selling CD，with James Pickering on the piano.The menu is Italian,with excellent meat and fresh fish,pizzas and pasta（面食）.Book early to get a table.Our bar is open all day,and serves cocktails,coffee,beer,and white wine.
1. Where might a family with four generations like to go？| A．Kaleidoscope | B．the Cyclops Theatre |
| C．Victoria Stage | D．Pizza World |
| A．They serve Japanese food here. |
| B．The bar is open from 8：00 am - 11：00 pm. |
| C．As long as you arrive on time,you will get a table. |
| D．Here you can enjoy not only food but also music. |
| A．notification | B．letter |
| C．tourist handbook | D．advertisement |
9 . Useful TEFL Sites
Askmytutor
It’s always heartwarming to see a professional offering to answer questions sent in by students over the net, and this is clearly the strongest aspect of this TEFL site. The site’s design is bright and clear, suitable for its young target audiences, but it’s a shame that none of the activities offered take advantage of the interactive (交互式的) qualities of the net. In the current climate of technological progress, being asked to print out and complete a word search puzzle by hand could best be described as “strange”.
BBC World Service
This is a comprehensive site for teachers and students offering online courses, an e-mail discussion forum (论坛) run by Alice and Bee, and an invaluable news stories section where recordings of features can be accessed together with a detailed explanation of key vocabulary and idioms. The Learning English section provides teachers with a large number of present-day “issue” topic areas. As well as raising all the questions to get a more advanced class discussion going, there are online recordings of experts voicing their opinions which could provide excellent listening practice.
Dr Kenji Kitao’s keypal resource
A keypal is a computer pen pal and the Dr Kenji Kitao site offers numerous links for e-mail projects divided into those that are suitable for students and others designed for teachers wishing to develop writing partnerships with colleagues at other schools.
Learn English
Created by the British Council, and available in a wide range of languages, this site is an unmissable resource for language teachers involved with children of any age. Simple word games, poetry, songs, lyrics and stories are all available as resources to support a lesson or as standalone activities. This is not simply a resource site, however, but also gives advice on finding a suitable language course depending on your country of origin.
1. What is the disadvantage of Askmytutor?| A．Its activities can't be done online. |
| B．Its design can't satisfy young audiences. |
| C．Its professionals are far from committed. |
| D．Its courses are quite beyond young audiences. |
| A．Improve your listening skills. | B．Discuss a topic with an expert. |
| C．Make a few featured recordings. | D．Start a new e-mail discussion forum. |
| A．Askmytutor. | B．Learn English. |
| C．BBC World Service. | D．Dr Kenji Kitao's keypal resource. |
10 . Journey Deeper with Professionals
| Human Origins in Tanzania (19 days) Join Prof. William Harcourt-smith on this tour through prehistory experiencing the wildlife and landscapes of Tanzania while learning about ancient humans. During our adventure, you will enjoy generous comfort and service at several memorable camps. Camping near the animals will leave you with unforgettable memories. Pricing (per person): $14,995 (15-16 participants) $15,695 (11-14 participants) $15,995 (9-10 participants) $10,445 (10-14 participants) | Ghana and Benin: Exploring West Africa (17 days) Learn about the effects of the former Atlantic slave trade on West Africa with Prof. Trevor Marchand. Great sites include the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Cape Coast Castle, one of about 40 “slave castles” on the Gold Coast of West Africa by European traders; and the Royal Palaces of Abomey, the palaces of 11 of the 12 kings. Pricing (per person): $9,595 (15-16 participants) $10,445 (10-14 participants) |
| Legacy of Ancient Greece (13 days) Experience the glories of Greece with Dr. Gerald Schaus. This is a great opportunity to fire up your passion for the wonders of Greek art and ancient history and to witness how important mythology, religion, drama, and literature are to their understanding. Pricing (per person): $6,345 (12-16 participants) $6,945 (9-11 participants) | Encountering Central Asia (11 days) Retrace the Silk Road through Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan with Prof. Aleksandr Naymark, following in the footsteps of silk traders who left China as early as 200 BCE for the 5,000-mile trip to the Mediterranean. Pricing (per person): $8,445 (7-9 participants) $7,945 (10-12 participants) |
| A．Retrace the Silk Road. | B．Explore Cape Coast Castle. |
| C．Learn about Greek art and history. | D．Experience the wildlife and landscapes. |
| A．William Harcourt-smith. | B．Gerald Schaus. |
| C．Trevor Marchand. | D．Aleksandr Naymark. |
| A．$6,945 per person. | B．$7,945 per person. |
| C．$10,445 per person. | D．$15,695 per person. |
