1 . Stories of Art: 1800~1900
About
This series of online lectures is produced by the National Gallery, London, through which you can learn about the art of different periods with Dr Amy Mechowski. Each lecture lasts 2 hours, starting from 5:30 pm
Week1
In this first session, Amy Mechowski will give a brief introduction to this module (模块). Then we will be joined by Dr Susanna Avery-Quash, who will report on the National Gallery's foundation and its development under Charles Eastlake, the first director of the National Gallery, from1855 to 1865.
Week 2
With the realists, represented by Courbet, Millet, and Manet in France and important contributions to social realism by members of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood (前拉斐尔派) and others in England, direct observation came to the forefront of artistic practice.
Week 3
From their first independent exhibition in 1874, the group of artists known as the impressionists forever changed approaches to painting. Significantly, the works of women artists, who were regarded by their contemporaries as important members of this group, including Berthe Morisot and Mary Cassatt, came into focus.
Week 4
With the last of the independent exhibitions in 1886 came the debut (首次亮相) of artists for whom the English art critic Roger Fry coined the term “Post-Impressionists” 20 years later,
Booking information
Only one ticket can be booked per account. You will be emailed an E-ticket with instructions on how to access the course via your account. If you are new to the National Gallery, please go to our official website and create your own account, through which all lecture information including weekly handouts and recordings will be provided.
Admission
Standard: £75
A special offer: £70.50 (Special offers are for full-time students.)
1. What will Avery-Quash talk about at the first week's lecture?| A．A brief introduction to the lecture series. |
| B．The life experience of Amy Mechowski. |
| C．Eastlake's paintings exhibited at the gallery |
| D．Eastlake's contribution to the National Gallery. |
| A．Week 1 | B．Week 2. | C．Week3. | D．Week4. |
| A．Being a full-time art student. |
| B．Having attended Dr Amy's lectures before. |
| C．Owning an account of the National Gallery. |
| D．Paying an additional fee for lecture recordings. |
2 . Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museums, cycling culture and so on. It is the capital city of the Netherlands and often referred to as the “Venice of the North” because of its expansive system of bridges and canals. Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your trip to Amsterdam.
Must-See Attractions
Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops. You’ll also want to check out Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter in the South District, which is great for shopping at the Albert Cuyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark. The top museums to visit there are the Rijksmusuem, the Ann Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum.
If You Have Time
There are several other unique districts in Amsterdam, and you should try to explore as many of them as time allows. The Canal Ring is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and is a center for celebrity spotting and nightlife today. The Plantage area has most of the city’s museums and the botanical gardens.
Money Saving Tips
●Unless you really want to see the tulips(郁金香) blooming, avoid booking between mid-March and mid-May. This is when hotel and flight prices rise.
●Look for accommodations in Amsterdam’s South District, where rates are generally cheaper than in the city center.
●Buy train tickets at the machine instead of the counter to save a bit of money.
●Instead of hiring a tour guide, hop on a canal boat. They’re inexpensive and will give you a unique point of view of the city.
Check out our homepage to view price comparisons for flights, hotels, and rental cars before you book.
1. What can be learned about Amsterdam from this passage?| A．The Van Gogh Museum lies in the South District. |
| B．The Canal Ring is a place to attract garden lovers. |
| C．The Old Centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. |
| D．Amsterdam is called the “Venice of the North” because of its location. |
| A．arrange a guided tour | B．buy train tickets at the counter |
| C．reserve a hotel in the South District | D．book flights between mid-March and mid-May |
| A．A magazine. | B．An essay. | C．A report. | D．A website. |
3 . River Beach Community now offers various programs free of charge. Please call (608) 7898640 for details.
Coping Skills
Tuesdays; December 8, December 22 1 p. m. -2 p.m. on www.Zoom.com
Do you need a little help coping with life? Don’t we all? Come and join us for casual conversation and helpful information.We will discuss a variety of topics, including healthy ways to cope with change and life transitions as we age.
Fill Your Cup
Fill Your Cup is a personalized one-hour session held on Mondays or Thursdays. Looking for a way to be social while still being safe? This program is designed to help you recharge your batteries in a way suitable for you. Bring your coffee and we’ll chat! Bring your exercise shoes and we can stretch together! Whatever helps you “fill your cup”, we can figure out a plan together.
Connect 2 Nature
Fridays; December 4, December 18 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.on www.Lifesize. com
Join us as we explore a range of topics related to nature and discover how the environment impacts our health and well-being. We will learn from local experts and share in casual conversation about all things environmental.
New Device Tech Help
Thursdays; December 3, December 17 11 a.m.- 12 p.m.
New Site at St. Andrews Street (if open, please call before attending!)
Do you have questions about a new device or just need some help with your device? Bring in your cell phone, tablet, iPad, or any other technology item that you may have and La Crosse Library staff will be ready to help with your questions.
1. How can participants benefit from Fill Your Cup?| A．By taking stretching exercises alone. |
| B．By designing team plans to improve skills. |
| C．By enjoying friendly talks with free drinks. |
| D．By enlarging social circle in a relaxing way. |
| A．Coping Skills | B．Fill Your Cup |
| C．Connect 2 Nature | D．New Device Tech Help |
| A．They feature online activities. |
| B．They promote social interaction. |
| C．They provide professional instructions. |
| D．They advocate environmental protection. |
4 . Diary of a Wimpy Kid Do-It-Yourself Book
This book based on Greg Hefley’s own “diary” lets kids express themselves in an exciting way. In the book, kids will be asked: What was the best dream you have ever had? The worst thing you have ever eaten? The best secret you have ever heard? This book is unique and special because it has blank pages for readers to write their own stories and keep their own diaries.
Author: Jeff Kinney
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Chinese Children’s Favorite Stories
This volume of beloved Chinese stories contains a delightful selection from the store of Chinese legend. Discover many delightful animal characters as well as Chang’e and Guan Yin. Retold for an international audience, the stories with beautiful pictures will give children aged ix to ten in other countries a chance to learn about both the tradition and culture of China.
Author: Mingmei Yip
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The Way Science Works
The perfect introduction to show how science explains the world around us! Eye-opening experiments and extraordinary photography bring science to life. It explains everyday facts to the theories behind the technology in today’s fast-moving world. Full of facts about famous scientists, technology news and more.
Author: Robin Kerrod
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You save: $8.50（34%）
1. Diary of a Wimpy Kid Do-t-Yourself Book is different from other books because you can ______.| A．ask the author questions | B．write your own stories in the book |
| C．have a chance to see beautiful photos | D．read many interesting stories about the author |
| A．Chinese children aged 6 to 10 | B．teenagers in other countries |
| C．junior students in other countries | D．foreign children aged 6 to 10 |
| A．Robin Kerrod’s. | B．Jeff Kinney’s. | C．Mingmei Yip’s. | D．Eve Bunting’s. |
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2.招募条件；
3.培训时间和地点。
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6 . Affordable Beach Vacation in Corfu
Corfu, an island off the coast of Greece, offers visitors sunkissed shores with clear water and lots of beaches.
Finding the Perfect Beach
Our first pick is Sidari Beach. It’s a blue flag beach perfect for couples looking for a more private feel, as it’s far from bigger tourist destinations. Issos Beach makes for the perfect place for watching the sunset. Dassia Bay has a bit more water sports. Paleokastritsa is an amazing West Coast village with six beaches on offer, including Rovinia Beach.
Getting around Corfu
Corfu offers bike rentals and bus service as a cheaper alternative (替代) to taxis. The best time to visit Corfu is during the “shoulder season” in April/May. The weather isn’t as warm as the high seasons but it remains perfect. It is not crowded in this period, but you still need to book ahead of schedule as Corfu stays popular throughout the year.
Eating Out For Less
There are a lot of well-priced restaurants but street food is also a big winner. Some popular choices are Souvlakia and Pita Gyros. There are also many cheeses special to Greece, including Tirokafteri and Ladotyri. Corfu also has many unbelievable desserts (甜食). Stazei Meli is a tourist favourite to give them a try.
1. Which place is probably the best choice for couples?| A．Sidari Beach. | B．Dassia Bay. |
| C．Issos Beach. | D．Rovinia Beach. |
| A．Rent a bike. | B．Book in advance. |
| C．Wear warm clothes. | D．Set off in April/May. |
| A．It cooks popular dishes. | B．It severs well-priced food. |
| C．It produces special cheese. | D．It sells amazing desserts. |
7 . Inspiring young minds！
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Well, it has no ads or promotions inside instead it is jam-packed with serious ideas. TOKNOW makes complex ideas attractive and accessible to children, who can become involved in advanced concepts and even philosophy-and they will soon discover that TOKNOW feels more like a club than just a magazine.
What's inside?
Every month the magazine introduces a fresh new topic with articles, experiments and creative things to make the magazine also explores philosophy and well-being to make sure young readers have a balanced take on life.
Sounds too good to be true?
Take a look online—evidence shows that thousands of teachers and parents know a good thing when they see it and recommend TOKNOW to their friends.
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1. Why is TOKNOW a special magazine?| A．It entertains young parents. | B．It combines fun with complex concepts |
| C．It publishes popular science fictions | D．It provides serious advertisements |
| A．Articles on new topics | B．Online courses |
| C．Lectures on a balanced life | D．Reports on scientific discoveries |
| A．￡55 | B．￡60 | C．￡65 | D．￡70 |
8 . We work with Cambridge County Council's Participation Team to create opportunities for young people to visit the University and learn more about it. The following events are scheduled for the 2019/2020 academic year.
SuperStar workshops
12 workshops are planned for young people aged 7 to 11. These half-day visits will be held throughout the year, at times when young people are not at school. If participants complete 8 of the 12 workshops, they will be awarded the nationally recognized SuperStar Crest Award.
Please note, workshops will only run if we have a sufficient number of attendees (usually around 3+ participants).
Explore University Days
Explore University Days are for young people aged 12-15. Participants visit the University for two days and take part in a variety of university-related workshops, and other fun activities.
Previous participants have joined in the following:
• Visited the Sports Centre
• Took part in a Neuroscience workshop
• Enjoyed a two-course meal at a University College
Dates will be confirmed in early December 2019, and a schedule for event will follow in the New Year.
Events for post-16 students
If you are studying for your post-16 qualifications and are considering applying for Cambridge or would like to find out more about a specific subject, the following events might be for you:
• University and College Open Days
• Subject Masterclasses
• Cambridge Science Festival
1. What can the participants do in SuperStar workshops？| A．To stay only half a day. |
| B．To get a gift. |
| C．To enjoy a free meal. |
| D．To visit the Sports Centre. |
| A．SuperStar workshops. |
| B．The Neuroscience workshop. |
| C．Explore University Days. |
| D．Events for post-16 students. |
| A．introduce some courses |
| B．advertise Cambridge University |
| C．enrich students’ spare time life |
| D．promote children’s interest in touring |
9 . Today, the Chinese traditions of Qixi have combined with Western celebrations of love and romance. Lovers often use flowers, chocolates, sweet gifts or grand declarations to express feelings deep in their hearts.
But this year, you could let your love take off by traveling with that special someone on a romantic adventure. Where should you travel? Find inspiration (灵感) from these four romantic movies, which all took place in breathtakingly beautiful places. Choose one as the ideal setting for your own real-life love story.
Trevi Fountain in Rome
Trevi Fountain is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world. It has appeared in several notable films, including Roman Holiday. In the film, Ann (played by Audrey Hepburn) has her hair cut a barbershop near the fountain, which becomes the style-setting “gamine” haircut in fashion history.
Empire State Building, New York
The Empire Sate Building is an American cultural icon and has been featured in more than 250 TV shows and movies. In the comedy-drama Sleepless in Seattle, Annie (played by Meg Ryan) writes a letter to Sam (Tom Hanks) suggesting meeting on top of the Empire State building on Valentine’s Day. After twists and turns, they finally see each other on the observation deck on top of the building.
Somerset House in London
Located in central London, Somerset House is a popular filming location with its exterior featuring in several big budget Hollywood films. In the winter, its central courtyard is turned into an open-air ice rink, as seen during the well-received film Love Actually.
Daocheng, Sichuan Province
Daocheng is a county in Southwest China’s Sichuan Province, located at the eastern Hengduan Mountains. This magical place combines the beauty of snow mountain, glacier, lake, grassland and waterfall. After the film I Belonged to You, Daocheng grows to be a major tourist attraction, a remote sacred place for unchanging love.
1. What does the writer suggest lovers do this year to express their love?| A．Seeing romantic movies. |
| B．Using grand declarations. |
| C．Sending flowers, chocolates or sweet gifts. |
| D．Taking a romantic adventure. |
| A．Roman Holiday. |
| B．I Belonged to You. |
| C．Gone with the Wind. |
| D．Love Actually. |
| A．Trevi Fountain. |
| B．Empire State Building. |
| C．Somerset House. |
| D．Daocheng. |
10 . Experience around food is about the place. The time and the people, and “the best meal” can be found in a fine dining restaurant or in a crowded street market. How can you recreate that special moment influenced by place and time? Travel is becoming the most popular reason to visit many places around the world. Here are the places that consistently excite the senses.
South of France
Markets with fresh fruits and vegetables and butcher shops are abundant. Regional (地区的) wines are excellent. And freshly baked French bread with French butter is what memories are made of. Take a chair in an ancient walled city for a meal with a view that you will never forget.
Barcelona
This bustling city filled with unique buildings is a city for lovers of history, architecture, and food. Kiosko Universal, a counter restaurant at one comer of the market, prepares some of the simplest and best food we’ve ever had. Give yourself a week to explore and see everything the city offers. The city is not to be missed.
Italy
It’s hard to choose one place or city to visit. Some of our favorite places include the coastal regions on the Adriatic and Tuscany. Friuli stole our hearts last year with its many unique wines, small artisan food producers, and influences from neighboring countries like Austria and Germany.
Mexico City
From unbelievable food markets and casual street stands, Mexico City has become the place to travel for the food lovers. If you want to eat locally, order a Hurache, a street food specialty. All you will need is a local microbrew or Mezcal (龙舌兰酒) to wash it down.
1. Where can you taste delicious food while enjoying beautiful scenery?| A．South of France | B．Barcelona |
| C．Italy | D．Mexico City |
| A．A market | B．A butcher shop |
| C．A restaurant | D．A street stand |
| A．Bread | B．Beer |
| C．Juice | D．Fruit |
| A．They are tourist attractions | B．They have ancient buildings |
| C．They lie in Europe | D．They are famous for tasty food |
