1 . Museum Hours
Wednesday: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday: 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Friday–Sunday: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Contact
Telephone: (718) 638-5000
200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, New York 11238-6052
Suggested admission
Students: $10
Adults: $12
Adults 62 and over: $8
Children under 12 accompanied by an adult: Free
By purchasing tickets online you agree to pay the full suggested admission plus a $2 per ticket service charge. If you would like to pay less than the suggested admission, you may purchase tickets at the Museum’s Visitor Center.
The Museum’s collections were developed in the early decades of the twentieth century by such outstanding curators(馆长) as Stewart Culin, Herbert Spinden, and William Henry Goodyear with the generous support of collectors and donors from Brooklyn and around the country.
Continuing to build upon their pioneering work, the Brooklyn Museum has accumulated one of the largest and most diverse collections in the United States. Its holdings range from the ancient to the contemporary and include almost all the world’s main cultures, reflecting the long history of art.
The Museum is committed to(致力于) making its collections accessible to the widest possible audience. It is, however, a work in progress. We intend to continue to expand the number of works of art. We are making every effort to ensure that the information provided about our collection is accurate and up-to-date.
1. When can people visit the museum?| A．At 10 a.m. on Wednesday. | B．At 7 p.m. on Thursday. |
| C．At 9 a.m. on Friday. | D．At 8 p.m. on Sunday. |
| A．Purchase tickets online. |
| B．Give some suggestions about its works. |
| C．Book tickets by calling (718) 638-5000. |
| D．Buy tickets at the Museum’s Visitor Center. |
| A．Expanding the number of works of art. |
| B．Showing the collections to more people. |
| C．Offering accurate and up-to-date information. |
| D．Presenting the generous support of collectors. |
2 . Volunteers for The Orangutan Project
Are you interested in working with a group of friendly people to help save orangutans and rainforests? Joints at The Orangutan Project (TOP)! We’re looking for volunteers from different backgrounds to help us.
About volunteers
Fundraising (募捐) and events volunteers are important in helping us to raise funds we need to save orangutans and their rainforest homes.
Your main job is to encourage people to donate to orangutan care. You’ll people understand the threats facing orangutans.
About you
You’re a great communicator and you like getting out and about community. You have time to work at markets and festivals, and you want k difference by volunteering with an environmental charity.
Experience
Experience in events, fundraising or customer service would be useful b also receive training in these skills.
Time required
You’ll need to volunteer for a minimum (最少量) of 6 hours per month, some weekends and evenings.
Training
Training on the threats facing orangutans, what TOP does, and how we v be provided. Depending on your interests, we can also provide training planning and team management.
1. What is the main task of volunteers?| A．To take care of injured orangutans. |
| B．To teach the public about event planning. |
| C．To collect money for orangutan care. |
| D．To deal with people from different backgrounds, |
| A．Being able to work by yourself |
| B．Doing volunteering every weekend. |
| C．Having experience in customer service. |
| D．Working at least six hours every month. |
| A．A chance to be a reporter. | B．Training in team management. |
| C．A travel in the rainforests. | D．Courses in surviving in the wild. |
3 . New England holds some special museums. They are devoted largely or entirely to the work of just one person. And they are the artists’ birthplaces or onetime homes. Here are four examples of such museums.
Cyrus E. Dallin Art Museum
The name Cyrus E. Dallin (1861-1944) might not be familiar, but several of the artist’s sculptures (雕塑) are, especially those related to Native Americans. A good example is his “Appeal to the Great Spirit” standing in front of the Museum of Fine Arts. Born in Utah, he lived in Arlington for the final four decades of his life. The museum is in the Jefferson Cutter House, an 1830 Greek styled building.
Norman Rockwell Museum
Rockwell (1894-1978) was America’s well-known artist. The museum, founded in 1969, moved into its present location, Robert A.M. Stern-designed building in 1993. Its 998 paintings and drawings are the largest single collection of Rockwell's artworks.
Kids 16 and under: free; adults: $20; the old: at a 10% discount (折扣)
Edward Gorey House
Edward Gorey (1925-2000) was an artist, but he was also an author and clothes designer. Gorey bought this 18th-century house in 1979 and lived there for the rest of his life. Edward Gorey House is also known as the Elephant House. Gorey had respect for animals. The activities of the house, from art education to exhibits, show Gorey's support of animal well-being.
Gibert Stuart Birthplace and Museum
Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828) is responsible for what may well be the most familiar work of any American artist, His drawing of George is the basis of the first president’s portrait (画像) on the dollar. Stuart painted more than a thousand portraits throughout his life.
1. What do we know about Cyrus E. Dallin?| A．He built the Jefferson Cutter House. |
| B．He lived in Arlington for half a century. |
| C．He was best known for his Greek styled sculptures. |
| D．He created famous works related to Native Americans. |
| A．$36. | B．$40. | C．$60. | D．$72. |
| A．Edward Gorey House. | B．Norman Rockwell Museum. |
| C．Cyrus E. Dallin Art Museum. | D．Gilbert Stuart Birthplace and Museum. |
4 . Open Cambridge
3 pm - 5 pm
Building stones of Cambridge
Meet outside the Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
Explore some of the main rocks used for building Cambridge. Learn where they came from and how they were transported here and see the Watson Collection, which is usually closed to the public. This walking tour is led by Dr Nigel Woodcock from the Department of Earth Sciences.
Ages 12+, Pre-book (预约)
11 am - 12.30 pm
Historic Cambridge
Meet behind Great St Mary's Church
Cambridge is well-known for its beautiful buildings and rich history, and is packed with famous names and great achievements. This tour will introduce you to some of the people and places that have made Cambridge the powerhouse it is today.
Ages 10+, Pre-book
10.30 am - 12.30 pm
Cambridge University Press (出版社)
University Printing House
Dr Rosalind Grooms, Press Archivist, presents the history of the Press from 1534 in an introductory talk. Kevin Taylor, Board Director, follows with a description of activities and plans. A visit to the Press Museum is included.
Adults, Pre-book
11. 30 am - 12.30 pm
The history of rowing in Cambridge
Pitt Building
How did rowing go from being an artisan's (匠人的) job, to an activity for gentlemen and then on to an Olympic sport the UK is good at? Chris Dalley, businessman and former (以前的) Cambridge's rower, talks about the sport's history and Cambridge's part in its past, present and future.
Ages 14+, Drop in
The activities take place on both Fridays and Saturdays of this month. Booking is important and necessary for all Pre-book events. Please book by visiting:opencambridge.cam.ac.uk, or by telephoning: 01223 766766.
1. When is the tour around the Watson Collection?| A．10.30 am - 12.30 pm. | B．11 am - 12.30 pm. |
| C．11.30 am - 12.30 pm. | D．3 pm - 5 pm. |
| A．Historic Cambridge. | B．Cambridge University Press. |
| C．Building stones of Cambridge. | D．The history of rowing in Cambridge. |
| A．Rosalind Grooms. | B．Nigel Woodcock. |
| C．Chris Dalley. | D．Kevin Taylor. |
5 . Do Dolphins Have a Language?
We know that dolphins make unique sounds, but is that a language? If you’re interested in it, you are welcome to the activity recommended by Denise Herzing!
About Denise Herzing
Denise Herzing of Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is the organiser and research director of the Wild Dolphin Project, which has a goal of understanding dolphins’ social system, behaviour, and communication. For over thirty years, she has spent each summer watching Atlantic dolphins carefully in the Bahamas.
Activity Guide:
Purpose:
Dolphins use sound to communicate, but they can’t make sounds in the way we humans make. Out of the water dolphins can make different sounds by changing the shape of their blowhole (呼吸孔), which is similar to changing the shape of our own mouths. Underwater, though, they use a totally different system, and they make sounds without letting any air out. You can learn more about how that works here. In this activity we’re going to try to talk like a dolphin.
Materials:
Nothing! But find a partner, maybe a brother or sister or a parent — or if you have one, a dog or cat. After all, this activity is about communication between humans and animals.
How To Do It:
Take a deep breath, hold your nose to keep it shut, and try to communicate with your partner. If your partner is a pet, try saying its name or asking it to “come here”.
When you’re done, think about what made it hard, what solutions you found, and think why dolphins may have developed to communicate in this way.
Then listen to sounds from all kinds of sea animals and compare your dolphin sound to theirs.
1. What can we learn about Denise Herzing?| A．She holds the activity in FAU. |
| B．She is an expert in dolphins. |
| C．She wants to find a partner for her research. |
| D．She fell in love with dolphins when young. |
| A．Have a pet next to you. | B．Keep breathing deeply. |
| C．Talk with your nose closed. | D．Compare dolphins with other animals. |
| A．In a diary. | B．In a report. |
| C．In a travel brochure. | D．In an activity book |
6 . The following is a QUIZ(自测) from a magazine.
| Questions | 1 Point | 2 Points | 3 Points |
| Where do you live? | in a village | in a town | in a city |
| How do you go to work/school? | by walking/bicycle | by train/bus/subway | by driving a small car |
| How many times a year do you fly on airplanes? | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| How many hours of electricity do you use each day (e.g. Watching TV, keeping lights on)? | 0-6 hours | 6-12 hours | 12-18 hours |
| How often do you recycle? | almost always | often | sometimes |
| Total Points | Result | ||
| 7 | Less pollution than the average(平均) person | ||
| 8-10 | As much pollution as the average person | ||
| 11-13 | A little more pollution than the average person | ||
| 14-15 | A lot more pollution than the average person | ||
| A．Living pretty well in a big city. | B．Flying on planes only twice a year. |
| C．Almost always recycling used things. | D．Using 15 hours of electricity each day. |
| A．11 points. | B．12 points. | C．13 points. | D．14 points. |
| A．Where Do You Live? | B．What Do You Recycle? |
| C．Why Do We Travel? | D．How Green Are You? |
7 . For Children
Museum: Children’s Museum, Sundays, 89 North Street, 67641235
Story time: Children’s Library, 106 Green Street, Wednesdays during 9:30 a.m -5:00p.m. 66599624
Sports: Soccer Club, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 16 Yangtze Road, 96725643
Basketball Club, Wednesdays and Fridays, 79071632
Cinema: New films for children, 99 Brick Road, 69001354
Useful Phone Numbers Fast Food Restaurant: 66387901 Hospital: 68787451 Visitor Information Center: 800-120-9847 Taxi: 79210583 Visitor Hotel Information: 800-739-7302 |
| A．Visiting the museum. | B．Playing basketball. |
| C．Playing soccer. | D．Reading children’s stories. |
| A．16 Yangtze Road. | B．89 North Main Street. | C．99 Brick Road. | D．106 Green Street. |
| A．Looking for a hotel. | B．Taking a taxi. | C．Eating fast food. | D．Doing eye exercises. |
8 . Chinese Festivals
As an ancient country, China has various festivals.
The Spring Festival
In the evening before the Spring Festival, families get together and have a big meal.Children also get lucky money from parents.
The Lantern Festival
During this festival, there is special food called “tang yuan”, which is said to symbolize both the first full moon and family unity and completeness.Part of the Lantern Festival tradition involves a game to guess riddles attached to the lanterns.
Stilt walking，drumming and the dragon and lion dance are the main entertainment forms of the Lantern Festival.
The Duanwu Festival
Also called the Dragon Boat Festival, it is to celebrate the patriotic (爱国的) poet Qu Yuan, a loyal and highly respected minister, who brought peace and prosperity to the state but ended up drowning himself in a river as a result of being vilified (诽谤).
The Double Seventh Festival
On the 7th day of the 7th lunar month, there is a traditional festival full of romance.Recently the youth have celebrated it as Valentine’s Day in China.
The Mid-Autumn Festival
It is a conventional festival for both the Han and minority nationalities in China.The custom of worshipping the moon can be traced back to the ancient Xia and Shang dynasties.The Mid-Autumn Festival is also a holiday for members of a family to get together.
The Double Ninth Festival
On the ninth day of the ninth month in the Chinese lunar calendar, people celebrate the Double Ninth Festival.People usually climb mountains and eat double-ninth cakes, which means our life will become better and better.
1. Which is NOT involved in the entertainments of the Lantern Festival?| A．Guessing riddles. | B．Dragon dance. |
| C．Stilt walking. | D．Delicious food and lucky money. |
| A．The Spring Festival. | B．The Duanwu Festival. |
| C．The Double Seventh Festival. | D．The Double Ninth Festival. |
| A．Families’ getting together. | B．A festival for the Han nationality. |
| C．Worshipping the moon. | D．Symbolizing the first full moon. |
9 . Volunteer Teaching Abroad
TEACH AROUND THE WORLD AND MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF STUDENTS IN COUNTRIES WITH LIMITED RESOURCES
Join a teaching abroad program and help children access the education they need for a brighter future. We know that education is essential for breaking down the barriers of poverty and inequality. We see it every day on our Teaching Projects. By joining us on a volunteer teaching placement, you’ll be able to make this change happen yourself!
This is what you can expect from our teaching volunteer opportunities:
Work with children and young people in elementary schools, high schools or colleges
Learn from and support local teachers as a teaching assistant
Contribute to lessons and get real classroom experience
Get a first-hand perspective on global education and its challenges
We have short and long-term teaching abroad placements available. If you’re passionate about a specific subject or have the experience, let us know. We can make sure you’re at a project that’s the best fit for you. We have:
Programs for volunteers wanting to teach English
Placements for volunteers interested in teaching basic computer skills
Opportunities for volunteers wanting to teach physical education abroad
Our programs run year-round, and you can join a trip at any time. It’s ideal if you’re looking for summer teaching programs abroad, or interested in teaching during the school year.
Interested? Just click the following link to fill in an application form!
1. What can volunteers expect from the teaching volunteer opportunities?| A．Receive support from the local teaching assistants. |
| B．Choose any subject and work place as he like. |
| C．Experience the teaching process in person. |
| D．Help to deal with problems in global education. |
| A．Call on readers to be a volunteer teacher to teach abroad. |
| B．Introduce a volunteer organization. |
| C．Explain why teaching abroad is important. |
| D．Persuade the readers the importance of volunteering. |
| A．On a text book. | B．On a website. |
| C．On a travel guide. | D．On a newspaper. |
10 . MINI EXPO
Our campus MINI EXPO is coming! We are waiting for you to join us! Both Chinese and foreign students are welcome to sign up in our club office to show or experience unique cultures from different countries.
| TIME: November 15,2021 LIVE BROADCAST（直播）:We will invite TV station workers to provide picture and video live broadcast for the opening ceremony, stage performances and garden purty HOSTS RECRUITMENT（招募）:Local talented hosts are wanted! By the way， you will have to host with the foreign students who are interested in Chinese culture in English.If you are a good Chinese story teller,please contact us |
We will set up many boots(摊位)for you where you can play music and dance with your friends, show traditional clothes, pictures and art works, etc, to show your culture. All visitors will vote for "the most popular booth" and we have prepared rewards for the winners
Stage Performances
If you can play musical instruments, Tai Chimarial arts, or are good at singing, dancing and other talents, you are welcome to sign up! Welcome to sign up as a team or by yourself, and we will team you up to organize a show!
Garden Party
Here you can experience and communicate with people from different countries in activities with national cultures, such as body painting, traditional dance, calligraphy wring knowledge quiz and fun games, etc. You can taste delicious food from different countries and go to each booth to collect "visa stamp" to exchange small gifts.
1. Which of the following is likely to be the organizer of MINI EXPO?| A．ATV station | B．A local family. | C．Amative English speaker | D．A student club. |
| A．Enjoy tasty food. | B．Choose the best booth. | C．Buy small gifts | D．Learn Chinese characters. |
| A．To select talented students | B．To welcome foreign students. |
| C．To compare different cultures. | D．To provide chances of culture exploring. |
