| A．She isn’t interested in it any longer. |
| B．She wouldn’t like to answer questions. |
| C．She doesn’t want to see the same thing. |
2 . When you visit the Smithsonian Institution, you’re entering the world’s largest museum complex. Here are some events for you to choose from at the Smithsonian.
Wegmans Wonderplace
This learning space designed especially for children aged six and under combines proper activities with museum collections and touchable objects to provide a gateway to history and a place to exercise curiosity for the youngest historians. At busy times, we may use free and timed tickets to shorten wait time if needed. Tickets are available for 30-minute visits.
The Power of Sunlight: Solar Eclipse (日食) Festival on the National Mall
We are joining the National Air and Space Museum (NASM) to celebrate and observe the solar eclipse, visible across North America. NASM presents an outdoor festival with activities for all ages. Test your knowledge of how materials react to light, and walk away with a better understanding of why we protect our eyes during an eclipse. Then, begin a hunt inside the museum to find solar-themed and lunar-themed artwork!
Anyang: China’s Ancient City of Kings
Join a tour of the special exhibition featuring artworks from the capital of the ancient Shang Dynasty, including bronze (青铜) objects. Learn about the advanced technology of bronze making, explore complicated and fancy designs of bronze objects, and discover famous oracle bones (甲骨文).
Art & Me Preservation Family Workshop: Cherry Blossoms (樱花)
Celebrate spring with a festive family workshop co-hosted by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. This workshop is designed for children aged three to eight and their caretakers. Attendees can learn how they care for collections even more breakable than the cherry blossoms. After learning about conservation methods, attendees can create and preserve their own cherry blossom-inspired art.
1. What measure will be taken to reduce wait time at Wegmans Wonderplace?| A．Increasing ticket prices. | B．Setting more entrances. |
| C．Providing free and timed tickets. | D．Offering additional services. |
| A．Wegmans Wonderplace. |
| B．The Power of Sunlight: Solar Eclipse Festival on the National Mall. |
| C．Anyang: China’s Ancient City of Kings. |
| D．Art & Me Preservation Family Workshop: Cherry Blossoms. |
| A．It focuses on the ancient buildings. |
| B．It shows artworks dug from a specific historical site. |
| C．It features practical experience for visitors. |
| D．It reflects the influence of modern technology on ancient culture. |
1. How are the speakers feeling about watching TV these days?
| A．Excited. | B．Bored. | C．Interested. |
| A．Cooking shows. | B．Music programs. | C．Football games |
| A．$10. | B．$12. | C．$25. |
| A．A funny show. | B．A TV series | C．A film. |
4 . Welcome to the North Carolina Zoo
We are excited to welcome you to the zoo. The North Carolina Zoo serves and welcomes everyone. Tickets can be bought in advance online or at the gate on the day of your visit.
Hours
The zoo is open all year round, closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
April -October 9 a. m. to 5 p. m.
November -March 9 a. m. to 4 p. m.
The last entry (进入) is one hour before closing.
Prices
Adults (ages 13 -61): $15 Seniors (ages 62+): $13
Children (ages 2-12): $11 Under 2: Free
Meet the Keeper
Take your zoo day to the next level and plan to attend a “Meet the Keeper” meeting where you can see a range of activities, such as animal feeding and training sessions.
| Animal | When | Where |
| Gorillas | 11:30 a.m. Saturdays &Sundays | Gorilla Habitat |
| Giraffe | 2:30 p.m. Saturdays &Sundays | Giraffe Overlook One |
| Seabirds | 2:00 p.m. daily | Rocky Coast |
| North American Porcupines | 10:30 a.m. Saturdays &Sundays | Rocky Coast |
Notes
We do not allow picnic-style meals inside the zoo, and bringing branded outside foods (McDonald’s for example) into the zoo is also prohibited (禁止). Guests are welcome to enjoy these foods at one of our picnic areas before entering the zoo. If you exit (出去) to picnic during your visit, please check in with our staff to get a mark on your hand.
Address
4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC 27205
1. How much should a middle-aged couple with their 5-year-old son pay for a visit?| A．$26. | B．$30. | C．$37. | D．$41. |
| A．Giraffe. | B．Seabirds. |
| C．Gorillas. | D．North American Porcupines. |
| A．Same-day re-entry is allowed. |
| B．It provides picnic areas inside the zoo. |
| C．Visitors can feed animals with their own foods. |
| D．Ticket booking can be made at the gate in advance. |
5 .
EARTH DAY POSTER CONTEST (比赛) THEME: PROTECT OUR EARTH Create a poster that will encourage people to take care of the earth. Time: The closing date for entries (参赛作品) is May 31st. Requirements: • The poster size: 26 cm × 37 cm • The poster should be original (原创的). • One student can only hand in one poster. • Write a description of your work on the back of your poster. • Write your name, phone number, school’s name, grade and teacher’s name on the back of your poster in the lower right corner. There will be four age groups: grades K-2, 3-6, 7-9, and 10-12. For each age group, there will be one first prize, two second prizes and three third prizes. For more information, please call Mr. Lee at 091-3xxx. |
1. What’s the purpose of the poster contest?
| A．To encourage students’ creativity. | B．To tell people to protect the earth. |
| C．To improve students’ artistic level. | D．To introduce something about Earth Day. |
| A．not copy others’ works | B．hand in at least two posters |
| C．make sure the poster size is 27 cm×36 cm | D．write a description of their work on a piece of paper |
① The teacher’s name. ② The student’s grade.
③ The teacher’s phone number. ④ The student’s school’s name.
| A．①②③ | B．①③④ | C．①②④ | D．②③④ |
6 . Want to find a job? Now read the following advertisements.
FAIREMONT HOTEL Five Waiters and Ten Waitresses: Aged under 22. At least high school graduates. Good-looking men at least 1.72 metres tall and women at least 1.65 Those knowing foreign languages favoured. Paid 1600-2200 dollars per month. One secretary: Aged under 30. Females favoured. Paid 2500-2700 dollars monthly. Good at writing and skilled at computers. If interested, call 465-4768 or write to : Mr. Jack Hundris Room 0825m Fairemont Hotel 567 Wood Street, San Marers, 78003 Fax: 6954828 | WILSON BOOKSTORE Accountant(会计): Aged between 25 and 40. With an experience of at least two years. With a degree and an accountant certificate. With a practical knowledge of computer. Paid 3000-4000 dollars monthly. Computer Salesclerk: Aged 25 or less. Basic education of 12 years or more. Good at computer. Paid 1800-2200 dollars monthly. Tel: 447-4398 Fax: 3485269 |
| A．Computer Salesclerk | B．Accountant | C．Secretary | D．Not mentioned in the text |
| A．a secretary | B．a waiter or waitress | C．an accountant | D．a salesclerk |
| A．being a woman | B．knowing how to use a computer |
| C．having been an accountant | D．having an accountant certificate |
7 . Our much-loved 100-Word-Story Competition is back!
Our 100-word-story competition is your chance to show the world your storytelling talents!
Your stories should be original, unpublished and exactly 100 words — not a single word shorter or longer! Entries are now open and the submission deadline is January 5, 2024. Multiple entries are allowed per person. We are unfortunately only able to consider UK-based entries.
Rules
Please ensure that submissions are original, not previously published and exactly 100 words long (not including title). Don’t forget to include your full name, address, email and phone number when filling in the form. We may use entries in all print and electronic media.
There are three categories — one for adults and two categories for schools: one for children aged 12-18 and one for children under 12.
Submission
Please submit your stories by 5pm on January 5, 2024 either online or by post addressed to:
Reader’s Digest
100 Word Story Competition
Warners Group Publications
West Street
Bourne
PE109PH
Prizes
The editorial team will pick a short list of entries, and the three best stories in each category will be posted online at readersdigest. co. uk on February1, 2024. You can vote for your favourite, and the one with the most votes will win the top prize and receive ￡1,000. Voting will close on February 29, 2024 and the winning entries will be posted online on April 16, and published in our May 2024 issue.
PS: Reader’s Digest is a member of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (which regulates the UK’s magazine and newspaper industry). We abide by the Editors’ Code of Practice and are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism.
1. Who is likely to qualify for the competition?| A．An Indian primary student. | B．A well-known Chinese writer. |
| C．A British writing lover. | D．An American chief editor. |
| A．January, 2024. | B．June, 2024. |
| C．February, 2024. | D．December, 2023. |
| A．You have to submit your work before February 1, 2024. |
| B．Only one story of yours is allowed to be in the competition. |
| C．Buying one copy of Reader’s Digest is a must to be in the competition. |
| D．Both preschool children and in-school students can participate in the contest. |
8 . NOTICE
Dear parents/students,
All those students who have registered for the Measles-Rubella Vaccine (麻疹风疹疫苗), please note that the school is organizing the free Vaccination Camp on Tuesday. Therefore, you are requested to take note of the details as given below:
1. Entry and Exit for parents will be from Gate No. 6 of the Main Building: Only one parent may collect their child.
2. The parent is requested to report with a “Pick Up Card” at the given time and wait in the Prayer Hall until the vaccine is received.
3. It is a must for students to collect their vaccination card soon after inoculation (预防接种) from Room No. 116:
Arrangements will be as follows:
Class (es) | Vaccination Time | Departure Time |
9&10 | 10:00 a.m. -10:40 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. |
8 | 10: 40 a.m. -11: 20 a.m. | 11: 45 a.m. |
7 | 11: 20 a.m. -11: 40 a.m. | 12: 30 p.m. |
6 | 11: 40 a.m. - 12: 00 p.m. | 12: 50 p.m. |
Notes:
• Students who didn’t register must show their Vaccination Certificate, or medical proof of being unsuitable for vaccination, and have normal classes until departure time.
• Students who take the vaccine have to bring their school identity card.
Finally, I would like to request you keep the above-mentioned points in mind and am looking forward to your wholehearted cooperation and support.
Regards,
Loveleen Saigal,
Principal
1. Where should parents wait for their children?| A．At Gate No. 6. | B．In Room No. 116. |
| C．In the classroom. | D．In the Prayer Hall. |
| A．Class 6. | B．Class 7. | C．Class 8. | D．Class 9. |
| A．Their school identity card. | B．Their Vaccination Certificate. |
| C．A Pick Up Card. | D．Medical proof. |
9 . Most people above 16 years old have a strong wish that they should drive on the road by themselves. Thus, getting a license is an exciting time in their life. Ultimate Drivers is there to help your teen learn the rules of the road and get important driving experience.
What We Offer
Intimate Drivers’ program will help students prepare for their road test and give them the skills they need to become lifelong safe and defensive drivers.
The beginner program offers 20 hours of in-class training, 12 hours of homework assignments and 8 hours of in-car training. Each in-class training lasts 120 minutes and each one-on-one in-car training 80 minutes. What’s more, students can be picked up for free from home, work or school.
What You Need To Know
Students can complete the classroom part of the course in just two weekends or if it better suits their schedules, they can take it during the evenings on weekdays. There are also classes offered during the holiday break.
Students can start taking line classroom part of the driving training without the G 1 license, but do need it by the time they’re ready to start the in-car driving lessons.
What Extra Benefits Are
The beginner drivers can get much through the program. After that they’ll receive student testimonials (证明书) . The testimonials show teenagers who have taken the course feel more confident in their abilities and many believe they couldn’t have passed the road test without it.
Sign up before April 5th, and students can get an insurance discount!
1. How many times does the program offer in-class training?| A．20. | B．12. | C．10. | D．8. |
| A．Get the G 1 license. | B．Finish the classroom part. |
| C．Sign up before April 5th. | D．Receive a student testimonial. |
| A．A review. | B．An advertisement. |
| C．A guide. | D．An encyclopedia. |
10 . Are you thinking about what to do in your free time? Come and join us — Youth Club! Join in lessons and activities. It’s fun! For more information, call 34789256!
Lessons | Activities |
| Monday-Friday 6:00 pm-7:30 p.m. Computer lessons for beginners | Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Basketball and volleyball playgrounds open |
| Monday and Wednesday 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Dance lessons for dance-lovers You can learn and enjoy wonderful dances | Monday-Sunday 8:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Swimming pool open |
| Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Cooking lessons Learn to cook delicious dishes from all over China | The second and last Saturdays of every month 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Concert time Enjoy Swedish rock, American jazz and beautiful songs from different parts of the world! |
| A．Computer lessons. | B．Cooking lessons. |
| C．Dance lessons. | D．Swimming lessons. |
| A．Saturday and Sunday. | B．Monday and Saturday. |
| C．Monday and Wednesday. | D．Monday and Sunday. |
| A．Twice a week. | B．Twice a month. |
| C．Four times a month. | D．Five times a week. |
