1 . Your Garden Escape
Even in the big city you can find oases of calm and beauty. From a royal palace to a classical garden, we recommend great greens paces to escape the hustle and bustle of London.
Horniman Gardens
Horniman Gardens cover 16 acres with breathtaking views of London. Visitors can enjoy the Sound Garden, Meadow Field, and even a Prehistoric Garden, which features a display of “living fossils” filled with plant species that have been around for thousands of years. The gardens are very popular with families, and dogs can be let off their leads in the Meadow Field.
Chiswick Garden
As a classical garden landscape in London, it was here that the English Landscape Movement was born with William Kent’s designs. It is also home to the oldest collection of camellias (山茶花) in Britain. Enjoy fresh bread, seasonal food, and natural wines in the award-winning café, while admiring the beauty of the naturalistic landscape, spotted with impressive art and statues.
Buckingham Palace Garden
The 39-acre garden boasts more than 350 types of wildflowers, over 200 trees and a three-acre lake. The garden also provides a habitat for native birds rarely seen in London. A tour of the garden can be completed by having a cream tea in the café overlooking the Palace’s famous grassland and lake.
Kew Garden
The Royal Botanic Garden at Kew is one of the world’s most famous gardens and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have a walk through the vast garden, spot local wildlife at the Lake, or get your hands dirty by trying a gardening lesson. Be sure to visit the Temperate House, which contains some of the rarest and most threatened plants.
1. What can visitors do in both Horniman Gardens and Chiswick Garden?| A．Study living fossils. | B．Taste delicious food. |
| C．Appreciate grand scenes. | D．Enjoy impressive art. |
| A．Kew Garden. | B．Chiswick Garden. |
| C．Horniman Gardens. | D．Buckingham Palace Garden. |
| A．They are designed by famous artists. | B．They contain vast grasslands and lakes. |
| C．They run a café in the garden. | D．They collect rare or impressive creatures. |
2 . From cottages surrounded by impressive gardens to days spent exploring sandy beaches and deep woods filled with wildlife, in My Family and Other Animals, English writer Gerald Durrell provided a vivid account of his family’s time on the Greek island of Corfu in the 1930s.
Come for the arresting descriptions of Corfu landscapes and stay for Durrell’s laugh-out-loud tales of his unusual family. This book, Durrell wrote humorously in the introduction, “was intended to be a nostalgic(怀旧的)account of natural history, but in the first few pages, I made the mistake of introducing my family.”
Durrell, later known for his zoo keeping and the preservation of wildlife, was just a child during his family’s five-year stay in Corfu. He is 10-year-old Gerry in the book—curious, passionate about animals and a detailed storyteller of his strange family: his imaginative elder brother Larry with his literary ambitions, lovestruck sister Margo, sporty brother Leslie and his ever-calm, loving mother.
Durrell’s attention to detail is what makes the book so winning, with every sight, sound and smell of the island brought to life. One minute you’ll be laughing as Larry’s clever literary friends walk down to the daffodil-yellow cottage, the next you’ll be catching your breath as Durrell describes swimming at night in the Ionian Sea: “Lying on my back in the silky water, staring at the sky, only moving my hands and feet slightly, I was looking at the Milky Way stretching like a silk scarf across the sky and wondering how many stars it contained.”
My Family and Other Animals is quite difficult to classify, being one part travel, one part autobiography, one part natural history, and one part comedy, with a thread of descriptive language running throughout that sometimes raises it nearly to poetry.
As a real delight to read, it’s the perfect literary escapism for any adult or older teenager who is currently walking down a tough road in life.
1. Which word best describes Durrell’s life in Corfu?| A．Diverse. | B．Busy. | C．Risky. | D．Tough. |
| A．I just introduced my family by mistake. | B．I shouldn’t have introduced my family. |
| C．I gave false information about my family. | D．I couldn’t help introducing my family. |
| A．Durrell’s rich imagination. | B．Some interesting plots of the book. |
| C．The book’s writing feature. | D．Some vivid descriptions of the island. |
| A．To share an experience. | B．To introduce a writing style. |
| C．To recommend a book. | D．To describe an unusual place. |
3 . HOLIDAY DRAMA WORKSHOPS
Australian Theatre for Young People creates school holiday drama workshops for kids. Kids will make new friends, learn about performing, gain confidence and most importantly have a ton of fun in a safe and inspiring environment.
YEAR K-3 INTRODUCTION TO DRAMA
DESCRIPTION
This fun two-day workshop is a great introduction to drama skills and also to ATYP and what we do. Led by an expert tutor, students will spend two days exploring drama through games and exercises. Parents will get the chance to watch the final session on Tuesday to see what their children have been working on over the 2 days.
INFO & PRICING
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday 4 - Tuesday 5 January
Drop off from 9 a.m. and aftercare available
$200.00 Out of stock
YEAR 4-6 MAKE YOUR OWN MUSICAL
DESCRIPTION
This summer we want to give you the chance to make your very own musical! Working with an ATYP tutor, learn how to break down classic musical plots, create your own characters and even some of your very own dance sequences. At the end of the week perform the musical to your family and friends and leave them begging for encore after encore.
INFO& PRICING
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday 4 - Friday 8 January
Drop off from 9 a.m. and aftercare available
$430.00 2 in stock
YEAR 7-9 COMEDY MASTERCLASS
DESCRIPTION
Making people laugh might not be as easy as you think, but this summer at ATYP we can turn you from the class clown to the funniest person in the room! Working with an ATYP comedy professional, you will spend the week learning the skills required. Present your own comic sketches (喜剧小品) to your family and friends at the end of the week and leave them rolling in the aisles (过道).
INFO& PRICING
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday 4 - Friday 8 January
Drop off from 9:30 a.m.
$400.00 9 in stock
1. Which workshop is the most popular one ?| A．Year K - 3. | B．Year 4- 6. | C．Year 7- 9. | D．Not mentioned. |
| A．Creativity is not encouraged in this workshop which focuses on classics. |
| B．Kids are not recommended to arrive earlier than the starting time. |
| C．The kids’ musical will be an adapted version of a famous one. |
| D．Family and friends will get involved in the kids’ performance. |
| A．a travel magazine | B．a theatre’s website |
| C．a school brochure | D．a local newspaper |
4 . It’s not easy to find a job. Many jobs have age or experience requirements that you might not meet. On top of that, you need to juggle(应付)schoolwork, extracurriculars, and your social life. Fortunately, there are still some good jobs for you to start gaining working experience.
Tutor
Straight-A student? Then a job as a tutor(家庭教师)might be the best option for you. Helping younger students with their homework is a great way to put what you’ve studied to good use and make some extra money. One of the easiest ways to show that you’re qualified to teach other students is by listing your GPA(Grade Point Average) on your tutor resume.
Dog Walker
Love dogs? Then a position as a dog walker is the perfect fit for you. Dog walking requires no work experience and has flexible hours. However, you may need to do some shadowing or an interview before people trust you with their pets.
Delivery Driver
If you’re 16+ years old and have a driver’s license, you could try working as a delivery driver. Driving is a great way to gain relevant experience and show future employers that you’re responsible and work well under pressure.
Call Center Representative
If you don’t mind talking on the phone, then a job as a call center worker is a good choice for you. Working as a call center representative can even teach you some useful customer service skills that will help your career later on. To land a job at a call center, highlight your customer service and interpersonal skills on your resume.
1. Who are the passage intended for?| A．Parents. | B．Teachers. | C．Students. | D．Employers. |
| A．Relevant experience. | B．Timely homework completion. |
| C．Flexible time schedule. | D．Impressive academic performance. |
| A．Tutor. | B．Dog walker. |
| C．Delivery driver. | D．Call center representative. |
5 . Communication And Public Relations (PR) For Business
The advertising and brand appearance of any organization must include communication skills. One of the really key tasks that could be done would be to interact healthily with customers. That is the meaning of the practice of public relations.
Data And Statistics To Support PR
People may now begin their own private analysis of businesses and their PR skills much more easily thanks to technology. Even if you’re faced with either a great or poor situation, always keep in mind that you should appear as honest as you can be in your PR. Establish a company PR skills using sound, reliable information and then use that information to support those efforts.
Benefits Of Public Relations Efforts
When you set up a new relationship, that individual might give you advice, help you in finding your potential customers, or help you get a promotion. Developing your reputation as a PR expert through networking is another benefit.
Additionally, people will want to cooperate with you if they know that you are employed by a company that provides high-quality work.
Where To Find PR Aid?
Experts can teach PR practices that work to any company. For example, a regularly updated blog post helps communication and improves growth and learning. You can find more information on this blog served for communication teams for large companies.
1. What is important when making private analysis?| A．Finish private analysis on your own. |
| B．Make the analysis easily understood. |
| C．Use honest information to support. |
| D．Remove the poor personal information. |
| A．More potential consumers. |
| B．Reputation as a PR expert. |
| C．Broader commercial cooperation. |
| D．Offers from a high-quality company. |
| A．A website. | B．A magazine. |
| C．A textbook. | D．A report. |
6 . Because of the “Yunnan Elephant”, many people have developed a strong interest in elephants, and it has also aroused a heated discussion about how man and nature should share the earth and live in harmony. In this issue of “Weekend Cinema”, Yingda has brought four documentaries related to this：
The Secret Life of Elephants
The Secret Life of Elephants is a BBC nature documentary series following the lives of elephants and the work of the conservation charity Save the Elephants in Samburu National Reserve, Kenya. It was first released in the United Kingdom on BBC One in January 2009 to 4.2 million viewers. The team follow the dramatic and emotional stories of 500 plus individually known elephants.
Penguin Town
The series is filmed in Simon’s Town, South Africa, where these adorable African penguins wander close by to people, strolling down the sidewalk, passing sunbathers on the beach. The series follows various penguin couples. With great humor, their love stories are told, and you follow the adventures of these penguin couples starting families and having chicks.
Seven Worlds, One Planet
Millions of years ago incredible forces tore apart the Earth’s crust(地壳) creating seven extraordinary continents, each with its own distinct climate, its own distinct terrain(地形) and its own unique animal life. Seven Worlds, One Planet explores the natural wonders that give each of our continents its distinct character. Following the animals that have made these environments their home, it discovers amazing wildlife stories that uncover what makes each of these seven worlds unique.
Bears on Top of the World
This moving film reveals the differing fortunes of a mother polar bear, a mother bear and their newborn babies, in a rapidly changing world. This is a remarkable story of how bears, ever intelligent, are adapting to a warming world.
1. If you are interested in documentaries with funny languages, which film do you prefer?
| A．The Secret Life of Elephants | B．Penguin Town |
| C．Seven Worlds, One Planet | D．Bears on Top of the World |
| A．They are all filmed in Africa. |
| B．They explore the natural wonders with distinct character. |
| C．They share the stories of wildlife. |
| D．They focus on animals adapting to the changing world. |
| A．Sports and health | B．Entertainment and Culture |
| C．Finance and Economics | D．Technology and Science |
7 . Hersheypark, an amusement park in Hershey, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone. You can have fun riding roller coasters that range from mild to wild. There are also classic family rides, a water park, a zoo, and of course, chocolate.
Now its new section, Hershey’s Chocolatetown, is open! There is Candymonium, the tallest, fastest, longest, and sweetest coaster in the park. It offers a one-of-a-kind experience.
Opening hours for this week
Oct 12-15, Monday – Thursday, closed
Oct 16, Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm
Oct 17, Saturday, 2 pm – 9 pm
Oct 18, Sunday, 2 pm – 9 pm
Tickets:
Buy tickets at www.hersheypark.com
1-Day tickets: ＄49.95 (Ages 3+) Free (Children ages 2 or younger)
2-Day tickets: ＄47.50 per day (Ages 9-61)
＄40 per day (Ages 3-8/ Ages 62+)
Free (Children ages 2 or younger)
Tips:
1. Please book your tickets before you visit at www.hersheypark.com.
2. You can download the Hersheypark app to help you plan your visit.
Safety rules:
1. All guests over the age of 2 are required to wear face coverings.
2. Guests should also be prepared to undergo a touchless temperature screening before entering Hersheypark.
3. Follow directions from our team members by keeping 6 feet away from other guests at all times.
Address:
100 West Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033
Contact: 717-534-3900
1. Which of the following is new at Hersheypark?| A．Classic family rides. | B．The water park. |
| C．The zoo. | D．Candymonium. |
| A．＄2.45. | B．＄4.90. |
| C．＄9.95. | D．＄19.90. |
| A．They should reserve their tickets by phone. |
| B．They need to download the Hersheypark app. |
| C．They need to have their temperature taken. |
| D．They have to enter the park in groups of six. |
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Parents
The most popular magazine for parents who want to raise smart and loving children. It has child development instruction, advice on your child’s health and safety, and the best way to encourage your child’s learning
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Best Weekend Projects
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Lucky
The shopping magazine with the best buys, and the fashion tips. You’ll need them before you go to the stores. What makes Lucky really special is that it gives you the information you need before anyone else has it.
Cover Price: $ 18.50
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1. Who may like the book Off the Beaten Curt Path most?
| A．Persons loving traveling in America |
| B．Parents with new-born babies |
| C．Ladies loving shopping |
| D．Husbands wanting to improve their home |
| A．Off the Beaten Cart Path | B．Parents |
| C．Lucky | D．Best Weekend Projects |
| A．$ 3 | B．$ 4.05 | C．$ 10.2 | D．$ 13.4 |
9 . Museum lets visitors walk in the shoes of a police officer
Police shows on TV are filled with high-speed car chases and crimes solved in a few minutes. But that’s not a typical day for a real-life police officer. To get a more accurate picture, head to the National Law Enforcement Museum in Washington. Exhibits there invite visitors to use their senses of sight, hearing, touch and smell to gather information the way police do.
Let’s look at a few exhibits.
K-9 Units
See a video of how dogs are trained to join K-9 Units. Test your ability to smell and identify various scents (气味). Learn which kinds of dogs are better at tracking bad persons while others are better at sniffing out dangerous goods.
The Web of Law Enforcement
You’ll quickly learn that crime-solving is a team effort, not only within one department, but among organizations across the country. Inspection Service is just one of the law enforcement groups helping local police when needed. For example, six organizations worked together on a national park graffiti (涂鸦) case.
Five Communities
Every community is different. Learn how the needs and challenges of five communities are being dealt with. These communities goals are to develop programs, while increasing trust between local people and police. What might work in your neighborhood? There’s a place for visitors to share their thoughts.
The Training Simulator
Those aged 12 and older can try the same training scenarios (方案) and equipment used in professional law enforcement classes in which police try to resolve difficult situations. Short videos test participants’ abilities to observe accurately and think quickly before reacting.
The exercises give an understanding of what officers face on a daily basis.
“Many kids first think it’s like a video game,” said Alan Davis, an educator and New York police officer. “They soon realize that real-life decision-making in a second isn’t easy, and they freeze. For real police there are no second chances.”
1. Which exhibit focuses on police dogs?| A．K-9 Units. | B．Five Communities. |
| C．The Training Simulator. | D．The Web of Law Enforcement. |
| A．The problems in communities. | B．The dangers of being a police officer. |
| C．How teamwork matters in solving a case. | D．How a policeman makes a decision instantly. |
| A．They are surprising. | B．They are difficult to understand. |
| C．They are the same as video games. | D．They are not real-life experiences at all. |
10 . About us
Fablesandfairytales.com is a non-profit site for visitors from all over the world to share and read fables and fairy tales.
Our main objective is to promote the importance of such stories in developing culture, imagination and creativity. We believe that reading the fables and fairy tales from different cultures allows us to build a greater understanding and appreciation of the diversity around the world.
We organise storytelling sessions around the world. Watch out for our monthly “Fable and Fairy Tale” writing competition for different age groups. We also run the permanent “Fable and Fairy Tales” museum in Hanau, Germany, at the home of the Brothers Grimm. Contact us at museum@fablesandfairytales.com to arrange your visit!
The museum is open to all individuals and school groups with a booking. A multilingual guide is available on request. No charges for guides and admissions but donations are much appreciated.
1. What is the main goal of fablesandfairytales.com?
| A．It provides visitors with teaching resources. |
| B．It promotes the reading of fables and fairy tales. |
| C．It holds various writing competitions around the world. |
| D．It conducts tours and lessons at the Fables and Fairy Tales Museum. |
| A．It charges for admissions and guides. |
| B．It makes profits from advertisements. |
| C．It receives money from the Brothers Grimm. |
| D．It relies on the donations from its visitors. |
| A．They get paid from the website. | B．They are experienced in storytelling. |
| C．They will receive professional training. | D．They are chosen by their uploaded works. |
