1 . Because of the spread of COVID-19, many students are forced to study at home. But parents are worried about how their children can learn more efficiently. The following websites might give you a clue.

Scratch

With Scratch, you can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations — and share your creations with others in the online community. Scratch can be downloaded free of charge. Scratch is designed especially for ages 8 to 16, but is used by people of all ages. Scratch is used in more than 150 different countries and available in more than 40 languages.

Mr. Bob

Mr. Bob is a science teacher, author, maker, and presenter that knows how to share the world of science. Bob encourages parents and teachers to practice Random Acts of Science by providing instructions and videos for interactive science experiments on his website. Bob has also coauthored a very popular series of science adventure books for kids.

Oxford Owl for School

Oxford Owl for School is home to online teaching, learning and assessment resources and expert support for primary schools. Free teaching, learning and assessment resources are provided, including book recommendations, storytelling videos, activity sheets and teaching notes. With a library of free, tablet-friendly eBooks, you’ll find the perfect eBook for every pupil.

The National Geographic Society

The National Geographic Society is a global nonprofit organization to explore and protect our planet. We fund hundreds of research and conservation projects around the world each year and inspire new generations. Our yellow border serves to explore the farthest reaches of the Earth and beyond. We reach millions of people around the world, with our television networks in 172 countries and our publications available in 41 languages.

1. Which website is most suitable for science lovers?

A．Scratch.	B．Mr. Bob.
C．Oxford Owl for School.	D．The National Geographic Society.

2. What is special about Oxford Owl for School?

A．It owns a library in America.	B．It offers materials for students only.
C．It provides online books for free.	D．It is suitable for students of all ages.

3. What do Scratch and the National Geographic Society have in common?

A．They have users worldwide.	B．They choose books for kids to read.
C．They are designed especially for kids.	D．They are both nonprofit organizations.

2 . The Lake District Attractions Guide

Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens

History, Culture & Landscape(景观). Discover and enjoy 4 centuries of history, 5 acres of celebrated and award-winning gardens with parkland walk. Owned by the Hasell family since 1679, home to the International Marmalade Festival. Gifts and antiques, plant sales, museums & Mediaeval Hall Tearoom.

Open:29 Mar-29 Oct，Sun to Thurs.

Tearoom，Gardens & Gift Shop:10:30-17:00(16:00 in Oct).

House:11:15-16:00(15:00 in Oct)

Town: Pooley Bridge & Penrith
Abbot Hall art Gallery & Museum

Those viewing the quality of Abbot Hall’s temporary exhibitions may be forgiven for thinking they are in a city gallery. The impressive permanent collection includes Turners and Romneys and the temporary exhibition programme has Canaletto and the artists from St Ives.

Open: Mon to Sat and Summer Sundays. 10:30 -17:00 Summer.10:30 -16:00 Winter.
Town: Kendal
Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery

Discover, explore and enjoy award-winning Tullie House, where historic collections, contemporary art and family fun are brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. There are four fantastic galleries to visit from fine art to interactive fun, so there’s something for everyone!

Open: High Season 1 Apr – 31 Oct: Mon to Sat 10:00 – 17:00, Sun 11:00 – 17:00.

Low Season 1 Nov – 31 Mar: Mon to Sat 10:00 – 16:30, Sun 12:00 – 16:30.

Town: Carlisle
Dove Cottage & The wordsworth Museum

Discover William Wordsworth’s inspirational home. Take a tour of his Lakeland cottage, walk through his hillside garden and explore the riches of the collection in the Museum. Visit the shop and relax in the café. Exhibitions, events and family activities throughout the year.

Open: Daily, 09:30 – 17:30 (last admission 17:00).

Town: Grasmere

1. When is the House at Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens open on Sundays in July?

A．09:30-17:30.

B．10:30-16:00.

C．11:15-16:00.

D．12:00-16:30

2. What can visitors do at Abbot Hall Art Gallery & Museum?

A．Enjoy Romney’s works.

B．Have some interactive fun.

C．Attend a famous festival.

D．Learn the history of a family

3. Where should visitors go if they want to explore Wordsworth’s life?

A．Penrith.

B．Kendal.

C．Carlisle.

D．Grasmere.

3 . For travelers looking to get fully involved in a new destination, our hiking expeditions offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy your surroundings-and engage in a thrilling physical challenge.

8 DAYS FROM $10,995

Canadian Rockies by Rail and Trail

Trip Type: Signature Land

Activity Level: Light

● Take in wide views of Canada’s magnificent Rockies from the glass-domed, Gold Leaf service cars of the Rocky Mountaineer train.

● Explore Banff, Yoho, and Jasper National Parks in a lot of ways, including a lake cruise, nature hikes, and a thrilling skytrain (缆车) trip.

15 DAYS FROM $11,230

A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii

Trip Type: Expedition Cruise (乘船游览)

Activity Level: Light or Moderate

● By special permission, spend four full days exploring the rich wildlife and culture of Haida Gwall-a group of small islands known as the Canadian Galapagos-aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Sea Lion.

● A National Geographic photographer joins select departures to give onboard talks and provide hands-on instruction during short trips.

9 DAYS FROM $4,199

Alaska Family Journey: Wilderness Explorer

Trip Type: Family

Activity Level: Light-Moderate

●   Set out on a wildlife journey through Denali National Park and Preserve to spot the Resident “big five”-grizzlies, moose, caribou, Dall sheep, and wolves.

● Visit the famed Alaska Sea Life Center for an up-close look at playful sea otters, Colorful puffins, and octopus with long legs.

8 DAYS FROM $5,995

Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks Private Expedition

Trip Type: Private Expedition

Activity Level: Light-Moderate

● Go camping just outside the border of Yellowstone, and settle into Bentwood Inn, a National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World near the base of the very tall Tetons.

● Raft the Snake River on a thrilling white-water adventure or on a leisurely float through Grand Teton National Park with a private guide.

1. What is unique for the journey to Canadian Rockies?

A．Mountain views.	B．A thrilling skytrain trip.
C．Nature hikes.	D．An expedition cruise.

2. What do you need to travel to the Canadian Galapagos?

A．Superb physical qualities.	B．A wide knowledge of wildlife and culture.
C．Special permission.	D．A National Geographic photographer.

3. Which is the best choice for a sea life journey with your kids?

A．A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii.

B．Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks Private Expedition.

C．Alaska Family Journey: Wilderness Explorer.

D．Canadian Rockies by Rail and Trail.

4 . How to be a better reader

Reading is an extremely important skill.    1     Here are some suggestions on how to be a better reader.

Know your reading purpose.    2     The kind of reading you do in class or for your homework is different from how you read a novel for pleasure in the summer vacation. If you know your reading purposes， you can choose the best reading methods.

Use all the information in the book. Good textbooks are well-organized with title subtitles， introductions， summaries or conclusions. Many books also have pictures with captions(说明文字).    3     Another aspect of good writing is that each paragraph has a topic sentence. If you concentrate on understanding the topic sentence this may help you to understand what comes next.

    4     You can't really expect to understand a difficult book if you are trying to read in the same room with the television on and your little brother distracting(使某人分心) you. The same goes for reading on the bus on the way to school. You can't expect to read a textbook and listen to music at the same time either. Try to find a quiet and comfortable place with good light， and your dictionaries and other materials nearby.

Use your dictionary wisely. A common mistake of ESL students is to look up each unknown word in the texts they are given to read.    5    It can even make understanding more difficult because by the time you reach the end of the paragraph you have forgotten what you read at the beginning! So use your dictionary wisely.

A．Choose the right time to read.

B．Choose a right place to read.

C．Look at all these first before starting to read.

D．But it takes a long time and can be very boring.

E．The wider your vocabulary is， the easier you will find your reading.

F．Reading is also an excellent way to improve your general English.

G．the way you read a book or a text depends largely on your reasons for reading it.

5 . Need a Job This Summer?

The provincial government and its partners offer many programs to help students find summer jobs. The deadlines and what you need to apply depend on the program.

Not a student? Go to the government website to learn about programs and online tools available to help people under 30 build skills, find a job or start businesses all year round.

Jobs for Youth

If you are a teenager living in certain parts of the province, you could be eligible(符合条件) for this program, which provides eight weeks of paid employment along with training.

Who is eligible: Youth 15-18 years old in select communities(社区).

Summer Company

Summer Company provides students with hands-on business training and awards of up to $3,000 to start and run their own summer businesses.

Who is eligible: Students aged 15-29, returning to school in the fall.

Stewardship Youth Ranger Program

You could apply to be a Stewardship Youth Ranger and work on local natural resource management projects for eight weeks this summer.

Who is eligible: Students aged 16 or 17 at time of hire, but not turning 18 before December 31 this year.

Summer Employment Opportunities(机会)

Through the Summer Employment Opportunities program, students are hired each year in a variety of summer positions across the Provincial Public Service, its related agencies and community groups.

Who is eligible: Students aged 15 or older. Some positions require students to be 15 to 24 or up to 29 for persons with a disability.

1. What is special about Summer Company?

A．It requires no training before employment.

B．It provides awards for running new businesses.

C．It allows one to work in the natural environment.

D．It offers more summer job opportunities.

2. What is the age range required by Stewardship Youth Ranger Program?

A．15-18.

B．15-24.

C．15-29.

D．16-17.

3. Which program favors the disabled?

A．Jobs for Youth.	B．Summer Company.
C．Stewardship Youth Ranger Program.	D．Summer Employment Opportunities.

6 . Washington, D.C. Bicycle Tours

Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.

Duration: 3 hours

This small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see a world-famous cherry trees with beautiful flowers of Washington, D.C. Your guide will provide a history lesson about the trees and the famous monuments where they blossom. Reserve your spot before availability — the cherry blossoms—disappear!

Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour

Duration: 3 hours (4 miles)

Join a guided bike tour and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington, D.C. Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and history at each stop. Guided tour includes bike, helmet, cookies and bottled water.

Capital City Bike Tour In Washington, D.C.

Duration: 3 hours

Morning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D. C. newcomers and locals looking to experience Washington, D.C. in a healthy way with minimum effort. Knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most, interesting stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, and parks. Comfortable bikes and a smooth tour route(路线) make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing.

Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour

Duration: 3 hours (7miles)

Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington, D.C. Get up close to the monuments and memorials as you bike the sites of Capitol Hill and the National Mall. Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history. Tour includes bike, helmet, and bottled water. All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights.

1. Which tour do you need to book in advance?

A．Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.

B．Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour.

C．Capital City Bike Tour in Washington.

D．Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour.

2. What will you do on the Capital City Bike Tour?

A．Meet famous people.	B．Go to a national park.
C．Visit well-known museums.	D．Enjoy interesting stories.

3. Which of the following does the bicycle tour at night provide?

A．City maps.	B．Cameras.
C．Meals.	D．Safety lights.

7 . The word advertising refers to any kind of public announcement that brings products and services to the attention of people. Throughout history, advertising has been an effective way to promote(促进)the trading and selling of goods. In the Middle Ages, merchants employed "town criers" to read public messages aloud to promote their goods. When printing was invented in the fifteenth century, pages of advertisements(ads)could be printed easily and were either hung in public places or put in books.

By the end of the seventeenth century, when newspapers were beginning to be read by more people, printed materials became an important way to promote products and services. The London Gazette was the first newspaper to set aside a place just for advertising. This was so successful that by the end of the century several companies started businesses for the purpose of making newspaper ads for merchants.

Advertising spread quickly throughout the eighteenth century. Ad writers were starting to pay more attention to the design of the ad text. Everything, from clothes to drinks, was promoted with clever methods such as repetition of the firm's name or product, words organized in eyecatching patterns, the use of pretty pictures and expressions easy to remember.

Near the end of the nineteenth century, companies that were devoted to the production of ads came to be known as "advertising agencies(广告商)．"The agencies developed new ways to get people to think of themselves as members of a group. Throughout the twentieth century, advertising agencies promoted consumerism(消费主义)as a way of life, spreading the belief that people could be happy only if they bought the "right" products.

1. What was advertising like in the Middle Ages?

A．Ad messages were shouted out in public places.

B．Merchants were employed to promote products.

C．Product information was included in books.

D．Ad signs were put up in towns.

2. What does the word "This" in Paragraph 2 refer to?

A．Working with ad agencies.

B．Including pictures in ads.

C．Selling goods in markets.

D．Advertising in newspapers.

3. The 18th century advertising was special in its________.

A．growing spending

B．attractive designs

C．advertising companies

D．printing materials

4. Which of the following might be the best title for the text?

A．The Story of Advertising

B．The Value of Advertising Designs

C．The Role of Newspaper Advertising

D．The Development of Printing for Advertising