1 . Google Flights reveals new feature to help travelers save money
Regular users of Google Flights might notice a new feature the next time they go to the site to check out airline schedules and compare flight prices.
The new feature officially announced on Monday morning in a news release is Google guidance on the cheapest time to book a flight, which adds price tracking alerts and a price guarantee option already in place.
Cheapest time to book: Google Flights said starting this week, searches that have reliable trend data will let users see in what time frame prices have typically been lowest. Users can then better decide whether to book now or later, Google said in the release.
Take flights from New York to Miami, for example, the cheapest time to book is usually from Sep 13 to Dec 7. Prices during this time are $59 cheaper on average.
Price tracking: Users who want to wait for lower fares before booking can use a price tracking feature that “can do most of the heavy lifting for you,” Google said.
Price guarantee: On some flight results, users might notice a price guarantee badge (标志) pop up (this won’t happen on every use). If you book one of these flights, Google said it will monitor the price every day before takeoff.
“If the price does go down, we’ll pay you back the difference via Google Pay. These price guarantees are part of a pilot program available for select Book on Google itineraries (行程) departing from the U. S.,” Google said in the release.
1. Which is the cheapest time to book a flight from New York to Miami?| A．August 19. | B．September 20. | C．December 8. | D．January 11. |
| A．Get your money back. | B．Pay back the difference. |
| C．Monitor the price before flights take off. | D．Make sure you can get the cheapest flight. |
| A．Science. | B．Entertainment. | C．Travel. | D．Education. |
2 . A number of events are going on at the Cooperage Project, located at 1030 Main Street in Honesdale. Enjoy!
The Cooperage Maker Fair
The Cooperage Maker Fair will be held from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Friday, June 12 on the grounds of the City Museum. The Maker Fair is a place where people show what they are making—a showcase for invention and creativity, and share what they are learning. Anyone interested in presenting their projects, hobbies and experiments should apply to take part at www.cooperagemakerfair.com.
Such Sweet Thunder
At 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 17, there will be a film screening of comedy Twelfth Night as part of the Such Sweet Thunder: Shakespeare’s Plays on Film Series. Dr. Robert Dugan will introduce the play with a brief background. Admission is free, but due to limited seating, booking is required at www.suchsweetthunder.com.
Sounds Like Teen Spirit
On Thursday, June 24, there will be an event called Sounds Like Teen Spirit from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Sounds Like Teen Spirit is designed to provide an opportunity to showcase the talent of our community’s youth. School-aged students are encouraged to share their performing art on stage at the Cooperage Project!
Great Brazilian Music Tour
On Saturday, June 27, a fantastic opportunity is ready for you to listen to some great Brazilian music by the musical group Minas. It is from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, and doors open at 2:00 pm. We encourage children and their families to come to learn all about the rhythm, excitement and sound of Brazilian music. The two-hour performance is sure to be fun for the whole family. The admission charge is $5 for each person, and all the money will go to the local food bank. You can also give away old clothes and money at the entrance.
1. When does the event take place where people can show their gifts for invention?| A．On June 12. | B．On June 17. | C．On June 24. | D．On June 27. |
| A．The Cooperage Maker Fair. | B．Such Sweet Thunder. |
| C．Sounds Like Teen Spirit. | D．Great Brazilian Music Tour. |
| A．Make a donation. | B．Put on your own performances. |
| C．Compose a song. | D．Perform with Minas on stage. |
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4 . Discover the Huge Health Benefits of Strength Training
One of the best ways to stay fit and healthy as you age is to do strength and power training exercises. It is known that when you are in your thirties, you will begin to lose muscle mass. This loss actually contributes to achy joints, the increased risk of injury, and the “middle-age spread” we all fear. What’s more, the older you get, the faster muscle mass loses. It means that eventually, simple tasks like getting out of a chair and climbing stairs can become more difficult.
Strength training can help you build muscles, make you strong, increase your staying power and make everyday activities easier. By combining strength and power training exercises, you’ll not only get stronger, but also improve your reaction speed. As you grow older, that’s critical because it can help prevent falls. Here is a book, Strength and Power Training for All Ages, for your reference.
Common sense about fitness in the book:·The key muscles to work for an injury-free body
·How to tell how much weight is suitable for you
·How to strengthen the bones most likely to break
·How to take pressure off your knees when walking or running
·Why you’ll want to apply heat to sore joints before you exercise
Four total body workouts in the book:·Build bones
·Fight diseases
·Improve balance
·Strengthen muscles &Increase muscle power
Get a copy, start training, and then you’ll discover a whole new self.
1. What will happen as people age according to paragraph 1?| A．They will need less exercise. |
| B．They will improve reaction speed. |
| C．They will experience muscle loss. |
| D．They will have better staying power. |
| A．Train their brains. | B．Build a sound body. |
| C．Treat bone diseases. | D．Cut down their weight. |
| A．A notice. | B．An oral folktale. |
| C．A scientific paper. | D．An advertisement. |
1. What did the program say about the life in the future?
| A．More time will be spent on people’s work. |
| B．More free time will be available to people. |
| C．More supermarkets will come into being. |
| A．Approving. | B．Doubtful. | C．Unclear. |
Join us to hear Robert Good’s thoughts on the digital revolution, and what he learned from Silicon Valley.
Robert is an artist based in Cambridge UK. His work has been shown across the world.
The talk will begin at 7pm and last around 60 minutes.
£6.00
Retro Computer Festival — 5th NovemberWe’re very happy to announce our Retro Computer Festival — our biggest yet, with more
exhibitors than ever before. We welcome enthusiasts to exhibit their personal collections.
The event will be free to exhibitors and entry for visitors is just standard museum entry.
Programming with Yarn — 18th OctoberAs well as interesting historical facts, this talk provides a simple way of explaining key programming concepts and highlights the logical thinking necessary to get into coding.
Lily Madar is an experienced software engineer, always trying to find new ways to make coding more accessible in this digital world.
The talk will begin at 7pm and last around 60 minutes.
£6.00
Family Gaming Night — 15th OctoberA great event for all the family kids young and old!!
We’l1 be opening at 6pm for a solid 4 hours of digital entertainment in a fun and family-friendly environment. It’s great chance for kids and parents to come together, share experiences, compete against each other and talk about how technology and gaming have changed over the years.
Under 5’s are free. Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Adult £1l.00
Child £8.00
Family Ticket (2 Adults, 2 Children) £34.00
1. When can you attend the talk by a Cambridge artist?| A．On 15th October. | B．On 5th November. |
| C．On 18th October. | D．On 10th November. |
| A．In Search of Silicon Valley. | B．Retro Computer Festival. |
| C．Programming with Yarn. | D．Family Gaming Night. |
| A．£38. | B．£34. | C．£24. | D．£22. |
1. What is the speaker mainly talking about?
| A．Cooling fans. | B．Air conditioning. | C．Room design. |
| A．Egypt. | B．Rome. | C．China. |
| A．Wet plants. | B．Cold water. | C．Hand fans. |
| A．A radio programme. | B．A culture magazine. | C．A history book. |
1. What does the man say about foxes?
| A．They are dangerous. | B．They also eat plants. | C．They look pretty and small. |
| A．8 hours. | B．4-5hours. | C．48 minutes. |
9 . Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre serves as an open-air theatre focusing on the work of Shakespeare.
Highlights
Not only does the Globe Theatre host many performances throughout the Summer months, but it also hosts guided tours of the playhouse. During the tours, visitors are educated on the construction, the design and the rich stories of the 520-year-old Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Another highlight includes Shakespeare’s Globe Exhibition, which educates visitors on Shakespeare’s life, as well as where he lived in London.
Depending on when you visit, there may also be some short exhibitions inside the playhouse, which range from historical to art exhibitions.
Special Tips
•If you want to avoid large crowds, try to avoid watching performances between May and August as it can get busy. If you plan on going on a tour, the 9:30 a. m. tours are usually the quietest.
•If you plan on sitting on any of the wooden benches during a performance, it may be a good idea to rent a seat cushion for $1 as the benches can get quite uncomfortable after you sit for longer periods of time.
•Make sure you check the weather forecast before you book your tickets. The use of umbrellas is not allowed, so make sure you have an extra raincoat and warm shoes, just in case. If you’re worried about standing in the rain, there are seats available that are protected under a sound roof.
Ticket Prices and Opening Hours
Due to the fact that the Globe is an open-air theatre, performances are only held from mid-April to mid-October.
Tickets for opera performances cost £10 per person(for standing)or £26-879(for seating), while tickets for comedy shows cost £10 per person(for standing)or £25-£35(for seating).
1. What can visitors learn at the Globe Theatre?| A．The history of the Globe Theatre. | B．Some ideas for creating artworks. |
| C．Constructions in Shakespeare’s time. | D．The background of the historical exhibits. |
| A．April 1—April 12. | B．June 15—June 30. |
| C．August 15—August 31. | D．October 1—October 8. |
| A．Take an umbrella. | B．Bring a raincoat. |
| C．Read some works of Shakespeare. | D．Bring their own seat cushions. |
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