1 . The welcoming library contains a wide range of up-to-date resources to support the learning and teaching needs of pupils and staff as well as their reading interests, encouraging students to become independent life-long learners.
Staff
Librarian: Mrs Page
Library Assistant: Mrs Duncan
Opening Hours
8:30 am – 4:15 pm
The library is open throughout intervals and lunchtime.
Resources
The stock of about 8,000 items includes a wide selection of fiction to attract pupils of all ages and abilities. The non-fiction section contains items to help with homework and research, as well as plenty of books for general interest on a wide number of subjects. To help with revision, the library stocks past papers and revision guides covering all school subjects, as well as books containing guidance on how to study well. Local newspapers can be found here, as well as magazines on a range of topics. The Careers section is kept up to date with information to show pupils a huge collection of options open to them. A number of computers with Internet access are also available for pupil use.
Borrowing
S1 – S3 pupils may borrow 2 items for up to 4 weeks.
S4 – S6 pupils may borrow 6 items for up to 4 weeks.
There are no fines for overdue(过期的) items but failure to return an item will result in a request for payment for a replacement.
Pupils are reminded about overdue items via their teacher on a weekly basis. After 3 reminders a letter will be sent home and a second letter will be sent home after a further 4 weeks.
Please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Page if you wish to discuss any matters arising from pupil use of the library.
1. In this library, you cannot find .| A．8,000 fiction | B．local newspapers |
| C．past papers on math | D．computers with Internet access |
| A．2. | B．4. |
| C．5. | D．6. |
| A．pay a heavy fine | B．pay nothing for the book |
| C．pay the money for the book | D．buy a book for a replacement |
2 . Things to Do in Atlanta
Need a rundown of the top things to do this weekend? Here is what’s on in Atlanta.
In the Mood
Date: May 22 through May 26, 2019
Time: 2:00 p.m. ~ 5:30 p.m.
Phone: 770-916-2800
If you love the music of the 1940s, then here’s what you need to do this Sunday. Go to a 1940s musical show at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center. The music of Glenn Miller has a distinctive sound. No need to ask me twice. Are you “In the mood”?
Party With the Penguins (企鹅)
Date: May 20 through May 25, 2019
Time: 11:30 a.m. ~ 2:00 p.m.
Phone: 404-581-4000
Celebrate Penguin Awareness Day at Georgia Aquariums annual party with the penguins. The party will feature fun activities, including the chance to see an African penguin up close and learn how to help protect these endangered species.
Callanwolde Arts Festival
Date: May 21 to May 22, 2019
Time: 10:30 a.m. ~ 5:30 p.m.
Phone: 404-872-5338
Located at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, this event is a festival for artists and by artists, letting them have a voice in the creation and operations of the festival. If you are of the artistic persuasion or enjoy a creative scene, don’t miss out.
Foollio’s Hoodilly Storytime
Date: May 21 through May 27, 2019
Time: 1:00 p.m. ~ 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 404-523-3141
We make up a brand-new story every week. Come and enjoy a new story each time at Dad’s Garage Theater. Little ones will get to help provide key parts of the story and even add in their own jokes. Interactive and out-of-the-ordinary fun for kids and parents!
1. Where should you go if you are a music fan?| A．Georgia Aquarium. | B．Dad’s Garage Theater. |
| C．Callanwolde Fine Arts Center. | D．Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center. |
| A．In the Mood. | B．Party With the Penguins. |
| C．Callanwolde Arts Festival. | D．Foollio’s Hoodilly Storytime. |
| A．770-916-2800. | B．404-581-4000. |
| C．404-872-5338. | D．404-523-3141. |
3 . My Favourite Books
Jo Usmar is a writer for Cosmopolitan and co-author of the This Book Will series(系列) of lifestyle books. Here she picks her top reads.
Matilda
Roald Dahl
I once wrote a paper on the influence of fairy tales on Roald Dahl’s writing and it gave me a new appreciation for his strange and delightful words. Matilda’s battles with her cruel parents and the bossy headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, are equally funny and frightening, but they’re also aspirational.
After Dark
Haruki Murakami
It’s about two sisters—Eri, a model who either won’t or can’t stop sleeping, and Mari, a young student. In trying to connect to her sister, Mari starts changing her life and discovers a world of diverse “night people” who are hiding secrets.
Gone Girl
Gillian Fynn
There was a bit of me that didn’t want to love this when everyone else on the planet did, but the horror story is brilliant. There’s tension and anxiety from the beginning as Nick and Amy battle for your trust. It’s a real whodunit and the frustration when you realise what’s going on is horribly enjoyable.
The Stand
Stephen King
This is an excellent fantasy novel from one of the best storytellers around. After a serious flu outbreak wipes out 99.4% of the world’s population, a battle unfolds between good and evil among those left. Randall Flagg is one of the scariest characters ever.
1. Who does “I” refer to in the text?| A．Stephen King. | B．Gillian Flynn. |
| C．Jo Usmar. | D．Roald Dahl. |
| A．Cosmopolitan. | B．Matilda. |
| C．After Dark. | D．The Stand. |
| A．A folk tale. | B．A biography. |
| C．A love story. | D．A horror story. |
4 . High School in Austria is a fantastic way to experience life overseas while you’re growing academically.
Activities
Austria’s lots of lakes, forests and mountains enable it to offer a great variety of activities. Alpine skiing began with local competitions in the Austrian Arlberg area. Snowboarding, surfing, sailing, horseback riding, soccer, tennis and volleyball are also popular activities.
·Academic Year
Dates: August—June
Application Before April 15th
Early Application Discount of US $500 if you apply by February 2nd
·Fall Trimester (一学年三学期中的一学期)
Dates: August—November
Application Before: April 15th
Early Application Discount of US $300 if you apply by February 2nd
· Fall Semester (半学年)
Dates: August—January
Application Before April 15th
Early Application Discount of US $500 if you apply by February 2nd
·Spring Trimester
Dates: January—April
Application before October 1st
Early Application Discount of US $300 if you apply by July 2nd
·Spring Semester
Dates: January—June
Application Before October 1st
Early Application Discount of US $500 if you apply by July 2nd
Eligibility
You should
Be between 15 and 18 years of age.
Be from the United States or Canada.
Have a high school grade of at least 2.75/4.
Be in great mental and physical health.
Have a genuine interest in becoming a part of your host family and community.
Be willing to learn the German language.
Costs
Trimester: US $8,820
Academic Semester: US $12,470
Academic Year: US $14,160
1. When should you hand in your application to study in Austria for a year at a discount?| A．By July 2nd. |
| B．By April 15th. |
| C．By October 1st. |
| D．By February 2nd. |
| A．US $8,820. | B．US $12,470. |
| C．US $14,160. | D．US $8,520. |
| A．Being an American. |
| B．Having a high school grade of 3.5. |
| C．Being willing to learn German. |
| D．Being over 18 years old. |
5 . Looking for something entertaining to do? Check out some wonderful festivals around the world.
Koningsdag — The NetherlandKoningsdag or King’s Day is a national holiday in the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It is celebrated on 27 April (26 April if the 27th is a Sunday), the date marking the birth of King Willem-Alexander. Orange is the national color, and the streets become a sea of feather boas (羽毛围巾) and body paint as crowds gather in the plazas and on the boats in the rivers. Amsterdam is the center of this outdoor party, with many live music events, but nearly every town is alive with orange on this day.
Thai National Elephant Day — ThailandThai National Elephant Day is a national holiday in Thailand. Thai National Elephant Day has been celebrated on March 13th of every year since 1998. Because the elephant is the national animal of Thailand, it is highly respected and treasured. During the festivals elephant are honored during a ceremony (典礼) in which they are fed with bananas, other fruit, and sugarcane.
The Fire Festival — ShetlandOn the last Tuesday of January the entire town of Lerwick, Shetland is in flames. At the festival, you’ll find yourself sitting, dancing, or stumbling around the largest bonfire you’ve ever seen in your life. The festival lasts only one day but takes the entire year to plan. Be prepared for an evening of singing, dancing, and fast paced activities, and don’t worry about making it to work next day — it’s a national holiday!
Holi — IndiaHoli, the Festival of Color, is a Hindu celebration full of joy and one of India’s most important holidays. On the last full moon day of the lunar month, usually late February or early March, the air is full of bright-colored powder. The festival is celebrated differently throughout the country, with bonfires and music, but the cheerful spirit is common throughout Hindu communities around the world.
1. The festival celebrated on March 13th in Thailand is held to ______.| A．show people’s respect for their Queen |
| B．show Thai people’s respect for elephants |
| C．ask people to protect endangered animals |
| D．help people relax by singing and dancing |
| A．Because people are allowed to sleep at work next day. |
| B．Because the activities are too simple to get people tired. |
| C．Because people don’t have to go to work next day. |
| D．Because the festival ends very early at night. |
| A．India. | B．Shetland. |
| C．Thailand. | D．The Netherlands. |
6 . Get ready to fill your days full of fun and adventure. West Dorset, an area of outstanding natural beauty, is always a place to go and there is always something going on. The following are some of the star attractions.
● Mapperton House & Gardens
Impressive valley gardens surrounded by wooded landscape.
Gardens open: Daily 11 am -5 pm except Fridays, March to October included.
Booking through Tel: (0103)959203 or www.mapperton.com
● Bridport Museum
Local history museum attracts every history lovers. We also have a year-round Local History Centre nearby where you can complete local and family history research.
Open: Monday-Saturday, April to October included.
Booking through Tel: (0103) 959711 or www.bridportmuseum.com
● Furlelgh Estate Wine Tours
Vineyard and winery, producers of the UK’s most outstanding wine. Come and see how the 2019 Winemaker of the Year makes wine.
Open for sales: 11 am-4 pm Fridays and Saturdays, tours at 2 pm.
Booking through Tel: (0103) 906323 or wwwjurleiehestate.uk
● Old Crown Court and Cells
Experience two hundred years of shocking crime and punishment. Tours of court room and cells on selected afternoons mid July to end August.
Open: Tuesday-Sunday, March to September included.
Booking through www.visitdorset.com
For all the latest information about attractions including opening times, reasonable prices and special offers，please go to www.visitdorset.com
1. Where can you learn about wine making?| A．At Mapperton House & Gardens. | B．At Bridport Museum. |
| C．At Furleigh Estate. | D．At Old Crown Court and Cells. |
| A．www.mapperton.com | B．www.bridportmuseum.com |
| C．www.furleighestate.uk | D．www.visitdorset.com |
| A．Monday. | B．Tuesday. |
| C．Friday. | D．Saturday. |
7 . My Year Abroad
This month in Travelers Corner there are three teenagers’ experiences in year-abroad programmes.
Mariko Okada - Tokyo
My year abroad in the United States was a fantastic experience. I’m not a shy person, and I was very comfortable speaking to everyone. So I got lots of speaking practice. I also learned lots of interesting things about American culture. When I got home, my friends all said that I had improved so much! I hope to go back again in the future.
Carla Fonseca - Rio de Janeiro
I spent last year studying English in London. I’m from a small town, and London is a very big city. Sometimes I felt it was too big. There were so many people to talk to, but I always felt bad about my English. I missed my family, and I really missed my two cats. My roommate was always using our telephone, so I hardly had the chance for a nice long talk with my parents. I think it was a good experience for me, but I’m glad to be home!
Alvin Chen - Hong Kong
Studying in New Zealand was an interesting experience for me, but it was also lots of hard work! I had English classes six hours a day, five days a week—with lots of homework. I also kept a diary of my experience. I like to write, and I wrote two or three pages in my diary every day. On Saturdays, my home stay family took me to lots of interesting places and showed me so many wonderful things about the culture. I’m really glad I went!
1. All the three teenagers went abroad ________.| A．to have a holiday | B．to visit friends |
| C．to study English | D．to find a job |
| A．Carla. | B．Mariko. |
| C．Alvin. | D．None of them. |
| A．a sports club newsletter | B．a science documentary |
| C．a news website | D．a travel magazine |
8 . Welcome to Channel One News! We’re here to help you get the latest world news and connect you with other young people across the country. Our site offers videos on a lot of topics, games and information to help you get ready for college. Founded in 1989, Channel One News will celebrate its 27th birthday this year. Today, Channel One News is an award-winning program, broadcasting to 5 million young people across the country.
We give you all the news in a way you will love: video! Our team of reporters travels across the country and the world to report on the latest events. Whether you are watching in the classroom or in your own home, we invite you to watch our daily videos and get up-to-the-minute news. Our Video Library is open to all.
Channel One News wouldn’t be what we are if it weren’t for students. You inspire us each and every day. That’s why we love stories about young people and what they’re doing. If you would like your school to be broadcast on Channel One News, email your video to beonchl@channelone.com. It can also be an original news package. We also want to hear what you want to say about what’s going on in the world, so share your thoughts with us.
For information on sponsorship(赞助) opportunities, please email sales@channelone. com. For information on our equipment or service, please call 800-251-4039 or email service@channelone.com. If you have any general questions, please email contactus@ channelone.com.
1. According to the passage, Channel One News .| A．is not free for readers |
| B．provides services mainly for students |
| C．provides only local news for young people |
| D．is the most famous TV program across the country |
| A．learn knowledge from books | B．know the daily life of other students |
| C．make friends with the reporters | D．know what happened recently |
| A．a website | B．a newspaper |
| C．a TV program | D．a radio station |
| A．sales@channelone.com | B．service@channelone.com |
| C．beonchl@channelone.com | D．contactus@channelone.com |
9 . At Beaver Meadows Ranch on Red Feather Lakes, Colorado, there is a long list of outdoor winter activities for the entire family. Take a winter vacation there.
Ice Fishing
For $10 a day, visitors can try their hand at ice fishing. Ice fishing is available from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week. You will need to bring your own ice fishing equipment because it cannot be rented. You will need to have your fishing license too. For more about it, call 800-462-5870.
Hot Chocolate & Cookies Sleigh Ride
Passengers take a 15- to 20-minute sleigh ride through beautiful Colorado country. During the sleigh ride, you’ll have the experience of stopping at an old-time cabin, warming yourself by a fire and eating cookies while drinking hot chocolate. You will need to contact them at 970-231-1955 to set up a time for your sleigh ride.
Winter Horseback Riding
Experience winter horseback riding while viewing the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding 840 acres where Beaver Meadows Ranch makes its home. You’ll be guided on a tour by one of the expert wranglers (牧马人) when the weather permits. One-hour rides cost $35 per person and two-hour rides cost $50. For more information, contact them at 866-881-7679 to set up your horseback riding winter activity.
Other Winter Activities Information
For more information about Beaver Meadows Ranch, or if you’d like to book a room for an adventurous holiday, call 970-881-2450. It’s not very often you can find a one-stop adventure spot full of winter activities. Take advantage of your free time this winter season and enjoy the outdoor scenery in Colorado.
1. If you want to enjoy sleigh rides, you will call _____.| A．800-462-5870 | B．970-231-1955 |
| C．970-881-2450 | D．866-881-7679 |
| A．$50. | B．$70. |
| C．$100. | D．$140. |
| A．In the latest news. | B．In a children’s book. |
| C．In a travel guide. | D．In a sportsman’s diary. |
10 . 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处错误，每句中曼多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏词符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除；把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意： 1. 每处错误及修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
Good news for you, everyone! There will be an English lecture in modern American English by Mr. Jackson, a American professor from Hezhou College. It would be given in the school dining hall on next Wednesday morning. It will last two hour from 10:00 to 12:00. Those who are interested in them are welcome. But you can invite your friends attend the lecture. Be sure not to be lately. By the way, we have been decided to set up an English Corner in our school, there we will be able to have free talks in English and improve our English from then on. We’ll have a further discussion about it after the lecture.
