1 . 4 Popular Places to Go This Winter
Harbin, China
China Harbin’s winter is for the brave ones—the average temperature is 1.8°F- but those who brave the cold will be rewarded with experiencing one of the world’s largest winter festivals. 2021 marks the 37th Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival (January-March), when massive frozen structures rise and are lit up, transforming the city into a winter wonderland.
Lyon, France
Paris may be called The City of Light,but every December, light takes center stage in Lyon, France’s third-largest city. That’s when the annual Festival of Lights (around December 8) takes over, with light installations (装置)that transform the city’s streetscapes into modern works of art. The city is also home to two Christmas markets (one in La Croix-Rousse; the other at the Place Carnot; through December 25).
Lima, Peru
Peru’s capital Lima is home to the world’s highest number of cooking schools per person. Aside from its delicate dining, the city also has great cocktail bars where you can taste classic or contemporary takes on the Pisco Sour.Combine that with the oceanfront setting and temperatures in the 80s, and you’ll understand why Lima should no longer be ignored this winter.
Vermont, US
Winter in Vermont means skiing and snowboarding, Many resorts (度假胜地)have greatly upgraded their snowmaking abilities as part of a $15 million statewide program that replaced many outdated snow guns with new, low-energy models.These new machines will also improve the quality of snow surfaces and lengthen the season, meaning this will be one of the best winters for skiing and riding in Vermont in recent memory.
1. What similarities do the first two places have?| A．They are decorated with lights. | B．They offer snow sculptures. |
| C．They have three-day festivals. | D．They are extremely cold. |
| A．Harbin. | B．Lyon. | C．Lima. | D．Vermont. |
| A．Skiing and snowboarding. | B．A longer winter. |
| C．Cooking schools. | D．Updated equipment. |
2 . Westbourne House offers a morning school transport service from Monday to Friday.
Routes
Based on the interest received from parents, we are running three minibus routes: Midhurst, Petworth and the Witterings. The interest received for each of these locations was reasonably spread out. We have therefore included pick-up points to accommodate as many families as possible while trying to keep the time of the journey at a reasonable length. The pick-up points along the route are as follows:
Midhurst Area 7.35 a.m. Midhurst 7.50 a.m. Singleton Petworth Area 7.30 a.m. Balls Cross 7.35 a.m. Petworth 7.45 a.m. Duncton | The Witterings 7.35 a.m. East Wittering 7.39 a.m. West Wittering 7.45 a.m. Shipton Green 7.50 a.m. Birdham |
Reserve a minibus seat
We still have seats available on each of the routes. Therefore, please complete the minibus reservation form to confirm your place/s. Seats will be available on a “first come first served” basis.
Fees
The minibus service will be offered at a price of £160 per term per child. A 5% discount is offered for a second child of the family.
Additional Information
Age of Children
Children must be at least 5 years old to use the minibus service.
Running Late or Absent
The minibuses are on a strict timetable to arrive at each pick-up spot on time. To ensure the children arrive at school on time, the minibuses will not be able to wait for any late arrivals. If children miss the bus, it is the parents’ responsibility to provide transportation and get them to school. If you know you will not be taking the bus one day, we ask that you please send a text message to your driver.
1. When and where can a kid catch the minibus in Petworth Area?| A．7.35 a.m. Midhurst. | B．7.39 a.m. West Wittering. |
| C．7.45 a.m. Duncton. | D．7.50 a.m. Birdham. |
| A．£ 320 | B．£ 312 | C．£ 304 | D．£ 240 |
| A．Wait for the next one. | B．Call the school for help. |
| C．Send a message to the bus driver. | D．Ask his parent to send him to school. |
3 . SHARK CONSERVATION IN SOUTH AFRICA
Take a two-week trip that you will never forget as a volunteer with sharks on a beautiful stretch of South Africa’s coastline. Head out to sea to witness one of the world’s most powerful (and most misunderstood) creatures on this inspiring project, enjoying watching them from both above and below water.
The DAY-BY-DAY schedule
Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town on a Sunday. You will be collected from the airport and spend your first night in a guest house in the city centre.
Day 2: You will be collected bright and early from the guest house and taken down to the project. The drive takes about 90 minutes. You will receive a welcome and head out to sea to witness your first sharks!
Day 3+: Most days you will be out on the boat with the sharks, depending on weather. Help out with the full range of tasks on the boats, and in conservation initiatives on land too.
Last day: On the final day of your project you will be taken back to Cape Town for your onward travel.
The price is £829,including the voluntary work programme with accommodations, airport transfers, one night in a guest house in Cape Town, breakfasts daily and lunches when on the boats. Your trip can be extended at a cost of £ 375 per week.
It is an amazing experience! Some volunteers planned to stay for 4 weeks, extended to 6 weeks and still didn’t want to come home. If you’d like to chat about this holiday or need help, we’re very happy to help.
Call us at 01273 823 700.
Email us at rosy@responsibletravel.com.
1. When will you really begin your shark watching trip?| A．On a Friday. | B．On a Saturday. |
| C．On a Sunday. | D．On a Monday. |
| A．Sail on the ocean. |
| B．Return to Cape Town. |
| C．Buy some souvenirs. |
| D．Dive with sharks. |
| A．£ 375. | B．£ 750. | C．£ 829. | D．£ 1,204. |
1．传递速度快；
2．形式多种多样；
3．有利于保护环境；
4．可以播放动画和声音。
参考词汇：电子贺卡ecard 动画animation
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5 . The Orchard
I had a very nice meal at the Orchard restaurant．The food was lovely and the service was quite good．We chose to eat in the garden which was full of beautiful flowers and very relaxing．The only disappointment was the dessert — the apple pie was far too sweet and it was cold too．Apart from that it was an enjoyable evening．As for the price — what a bargain，excellent value for money！
Park Inn
The best thing about Park Inn was the service — it was excellent．There was a warm welcome when we arrived and the waiters were very helpful all evening．However，the food wasn’t as good．The menu looked interesting but the meals were rather tasteless．It’s not a cheap restaurant and I wasn’t happy to pay so much for boring food．
Richard’s Place
When we entered the restaurant，we were surprised by the lovely interior (内部的) design of it．So stylish，so modern！ This is one of the most popular restaurants in town and it’s very easy to see why．The food was great and excellent value for money but it was ruined by very，very poor service！
The Riverside
It was lovely sitting outside and looking over the river．There were lots of little lanterns (灯笼) and colored lights everywhere and it all looked very pretty．The food was good，nothing very special but quite tasty．The service was OK; we didn’t have to wait too long for our food but the waiter never looked very happy！It’s quite an expensive place but with the view I think it’s quite good value for money．
1. In which restaurant can customers eat in the garden？| A．Park Inn． | B．The Orchard． | C．The Riverside． | D．Richard’s Place． |
| A．The food． | B．The price． | C．The service． | D．The environment． |
| A．receive good service | B．enjoy its modern design |
| C．listen to wonderful music | D．enjoy the beauty of a river |
6 . Websites for Teenagers
Quint Careers
Quint Careers is the best website for teenagers seeking jobs or for career and college planning. It’s an enormous resource for teens which is devoted to succeeding in high school, picking a college major, getting financial aid and finding a job. Quint Careers offers job search tools with materials which include resumes, thank you letters and so on.
Teens for Planet Earth
This is a social networking site for teenagers who want to play a role in protecting our planet. They can connect with other green-minded teens, choose a project or create their own and really make a difference. Teens for Planet Earth encourages teenagers to get busy in their own communities. The website offers guidance on local projects related to animals, water, education and so on. Awards are given to active members.
I Am Bored
No one wants to be bored, especially teens. I Am Bored is the place to discover surprises and fun. There is much here to entertain teens from funny videos and pictures to web games to music and movie trailers. This site features jokes and sketch comedy as well as interesting blogs.
MEEZ
At MEEZ, teens can create their own avatars, rooms and virtual pets. It is a social community of creative people that combines avatars, virtual worlds and games. MEEZ offers contests and chats as well as homework help, a fashion centre and a writers’ corner. A chat area for younger teens is available. Other areas are music, art and sports. This is a great place for teens to hang out.
1. How does Quint Careers benefit teenagers?| A．It offers a chat area. | B．It helps teenagers find jobs. |
| C．It is run by a college. | D．It makes teen years interesting. |
| A．Become experts in environmental protection. | B．Watch funny videos. |
| C．Create their own project. | D．Offer awards to active members. |
| A．Quint Careers. | B．Teens for Planet Earth. | C．I Am Bored. | D．MEEZ. |
7 . Georgia Aquarium is open 365 days a year. Please note that hours of operation do vary. Last ticket sold and entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
Regular Hours
Sunday-Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Summer Hours: May 27-August 16
Monday-Saturday: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday:9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Full Price Total Ticket
Adult (ages 13-64): $38.95 Child (ages 3-12): $32.95
Senior (age 65+): $34.95
Total Ticket Online Discount
Adult (ages 13-64): $35.95 Child (ages 3-12): $29.95
Senior (age 65+): $31.95
Animal Encounters: $59.95
Beluga & Friends Interactive Program: $179.95
Journey with Gentle Giants Immersion Program: $234.95
AT&T Dolphin Tales
Our new dolphin gallery, theater and show are now open. The gallery and viewing window are open to general admission guests periodically throughout the day. Show times vary each day, so check for times when you are purchasing general admission tickets. Don’t forget AT&T Dolphin Tales is included in Total Ticket general admission, so don’t miss this spectacular show!
4D Theater—Deepo’s Undersea 3D Wondershow Presented by AT&T
With multiple shows throughout the day, be sure to catch this unique experience at Georgia Aquarium. Admission to the 4D Theater is included in Total Ticket general admission!
Journey with Gentle Giants Immersion Program
Swim or scuba dive in the Ocean Voyager exhibit, built by The Home Depot. Swims are daily at 4:30 p.m., and scuba dives are daily at 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m. Spots are limited, so it’s best to book in advance.
Beluga & Friends Interactive Program
Interact with belugas and harbor seals in the Georgia-Pacific Cold Water Quest gallery. This animal interaction occurs daily at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Spots are limited, so it’s best to book in advance.
Animal Encounters
Interact with a penguin daily at 11:30 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. You can also experience a special encounter with a dolphin. Spots are limited, so it’s best to book in advance.
1. How much can they save if grandparents in their seventies with a 10-year-old boy visit Georgia Aquarium with online tickets?| A．$9. | B．$6. | C．$3. | D．$12. |
| A．July 7, Sunday, 5 p.m. | B．June 17, Saturday, 7 p.m. |
| C．April 27, Monday, 4 p.m. | D．May 7, Friday, 6 p.m. |
| A．Animal Encounters |
| B．4D Theater—Deepo’s Undersea 3D Wondershow |
| C．Beluga & Friends Interactive Program |
| D．Journey with Gentle Giants Immersion Program |
8 . Learning English requires action! First of all, it is better to find out what type of books is suitable for you to read and improve your English level. You might not understand everything you read. But reading one from cover to cover will give you a real sense of achievement. The key is to find the right book. Let’s take a look at these.
Practise English ConversationsClick here to buy!
This eBook will make conversations in English so much easier. There are over 30 audio files with typical conversations and exercises with answers at the back so you can practise what you’ve learned.
Travel EnglishClick here to buy!
Learn over 1000 English words and expressions so you can speak English fluently when you travel outside your country! Learn the language for over 30 typical situations and make travelling abroad easy with this eBook!
Business EnglishClick here to buy!
Learn over 500 words and expressions to improve your business English! This eBook comes with audio files and videos so you can learn the language you need to do business in English.
Idioms-Learn 250 IdiomsClick here to buy!
Learn 250 idioms and really improve your speaking and listening skills. This eBook will make learning idioms easy and fast! Start improving this important area of English NOW!
www.learnhotenglish.com
1. Which book should you choose to study the expression about trade?| A．Travel English. | B．Business English. |
| C．Idioms-Learn 250 Idioms. | D．Practise English Conversations. |
| A．To show the content in four books. |
| B．To introduce the four English books. |
| C．To stress the importance of English learning. |
| D．To encourage readers to buy the books. |
| A．A magazine. | B．A website. |
| C．An essay. | D．A textbook. |
9 . Let us Transform Your Event into a Memorable Experience
Unique Acts
Our Circus offers a variety of unique entertainment, including circus performers, party activators, living statues, magicians, and more. Browse our catalog of the acts and let us know if anything sparks your interest. Our booking specialists will help you create the perfect entertainment package for your vision and budget!
Event Themes
Our Circus offers unique event entertainment and one-of-a-kind costumes added to any party theme. Let our creative team bring your imagination to reality! Whether you are planning a masquerade ball, a neon glow festival, or a secret garden party, we will transform your event into an unforgettable experience!
Stage Shows
Our Circus offers world-class circus shows and in-house productions which can be modified to any length of time. Don’t see what you’re looking for? We are happy to create a custom show for your event!
Kids’ Activities
Fun and engaging activities for children of all ages! Our interactive entertainment includes face painting, balloon twisting, giant bubbles, and more! Invite your guests to be a part of the action as they learn to hula hoop, juggle, and play in one of our family-friendly workshops.
1. Which event can be arranged with more flexible time according to your needs?| A．Unique Acts | B．Event Themes |
| C．Stage Shows | D．Kids’ Activities |
| A．Make their fantasy come true. | B．Book in advance with a lower cost. |
| C．Get involved interactively with their family. | D．Enjoy various performances from the circus. |
| A．To promote the events. | B．To report the events. |
| C．To share the experiences of the events. | D．To show the importance of the events. |
10 . Job for You!
Family Alliance Meal Delivery
Family Alliance is looking for people who can deliver hot Chinese meals one to two times a week for people with disabilities in north suburban Fairfield County.
All applicants must have a driver’s license and access to a car. Gas will be covered for each delivery.
For more information, contact Charles Chen at cchen@famd.com or call 740-6668988.
Lancaster Design
We provide full furnishings, like donated kitchen equipment and furniture items, for the new homes of people who were once homeless.
We need people who can work at our warehouse（仓库）sorting and packing items to be delivered to families, repair donated furniture and more. Candidates will be matched with a task based on skill set.
Interested? Submit your application to www.lancasterdesign.org or call 740-6119735.
Lancaster Weekly
Would you like the opportunity to earn extra cash close to home? If so we have a vacancy in our team which would suit you.
Both adults and youngsters aged 13+ are required to deliver our newspaper. You may have to cover some distance. Bicycles are available if needed.
For more information, call 740-6538360.
Parkview Nursing Home
Caregivers are wanted. We seek people who are patient and caring, and who have experience and interest in working with older adults.
As part of the package, initial and follow-up training sessions are provided and accommodation is available if required.
For more details, visit us at Unit 3 Park View Lane or contact Ellen White at 740-6968399.
1. Which job requires a driver’s license?| A．Delivering meals. |
| B．Working at the warehouse. |
| C．Delivering newspapers. |
| D．Working at the nursing home. |
| A．Applicants are expected to design furniture. |
| B．Work is arranged according to one’s skill set. |
| C．It favors applicants who are homeless. |
| D．It involves collecting furniture from homes. |
| A．Parkview Nursing Home |
| B．Lancaster Design |
| C．Lancaster Weekly |
| D．Family Alliance Meal Delivery |
