1 . School Activities for Kids and Teens
Are you looking for full-filled activities for kids and teens? Here are some wonderful ones for you!
Secret of the Dragon
Time: Monday, July 1, 2015, 10:30 a. m.
Cost: Adult: $7.40, Children (under15): half
Bookings: Phone the booking office at 34032578.
Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens
Note: Secret of the Dragon is a magical story about two children who are taken on a dragon ride to explore the universe.
The Search for life: Are We Alone?
Time: Thursday, July 4, 2015, 2:00 p. m.
Cost: Adult: $14. 50，Children (under 15): $8.70
Bookings: Phone the booking office at 34037689.
Address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens
Note: Are we truly alone in space? Is there any life out there? These are the questions asked in this show.
Magic Class
Time: Friday, July 12, 2015, 10:00 a. m.
Cost: Free
Bookings: Please call 34038470 to book your place.
Address: Centenary Community hub, 171 Dandenong Rd.
Note: Would you like to be a magician? Then join David, the magician, to learn about real magic with playing cards, coins, ring ropes and DIY projects and be able to become the life of the party.
Science with me: Making Your Own Guitar
Time: Saturday, July 20, 2015, 3:00 p. m.
Cost: Freed
Bookings: Please phone 34031226 to book your place.
Address: 10, Egginton Close
Note: Do you want to make a guitar with Katy and her mom? Science with Me is going to be with you. Please remember to bring a piece of wood, a hammer, some rubber bands and some nails with you.
1. Alec is strongly interested in space life. He may go to ________.| A．Magic Class | B．Science with me. |
| C．Secret of the Dragon | D．The Search for Life |
| A．$7.40. | B．$11. 10 | C．$14.80 | D．$23.20 |
| A．Secret of the Dragon |
| B．The Search for life: Are We Alone? |
| C．Magic Class |
| D．Science with me: Making Your Own Guitar |
| A．They can all be booked by phone. | B．They happen in the same place. |
| C．They are all free. | D．They are all weekend activities. |
2 . Day Trips out of New York City:
Fun for Kids and Families in Summer
These four fun and easy day trips out of New York City will add pleasure to your family's summer. Take a picnic and drive to any of these kid-friendly destinations (目的地).
Weir Farm National Historic Site and Art Center
735 Nod Hill Rd., Wilton, CT 06897 1 hour 30 minutes from NYC
Weir Farm is a 68-acre United States national park for art. At the beginning of the 20th century, the farm was the summer home of American Impressionist Julian Alden Weir. Weir and artists in his time painted the landscaped hills, forests and gardens, changing the beautiful countryside setting into Impressionist masterpieces (杰作).The farm is open from 8 am to 5 pm daily.
Storm King Art Center
1 Museum Rd., New Windsor, NY 12553
1 hour 40 minutes from NYC
Founded in I960, Storm King is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York's Hudson Valley. Here, visitors can experience sculpture (雕塑)amid grasslands, hills, and under the open sky. Spend an afternoon picnicking and enjoying the center's special combination of art and nature. The site is open from 10 am to 5:30 pm every day except Tuesday.
Historic Huguenot Street
81 Huguenot St, New Paltz, NY 12561 1 hour 45 minutes from NYC
Historic Huguenot Street is a 10-acre National Historic Landmark District. The Huguenot settlement changed over time, and the site helps visitors understand the historic forces that have changed America by teaching about Native and enslaved African peoples as well as Dutch and French settlers, through Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. The Historic Huguenot Street's Museum Shop is open Thursday.
Brookhollow's Barnyard
301 Rockaway Valley Rd., Boonton, NJ 07005
1 hour from NYC
Brookhollow's Barnyard, a family-run New Jersey petting zoo, offers walk-through and drive-through farm experiences to families. Pigs, horses, goats and more as you walk or drive through the farmyard.
Walk-through tickets are available (可获得的)on Tuesday through Saturday. The drive-through experience is available on Sunday.
1. How long does it take you to drive to Storm King Art Center from NYC?| A．1 hour. | B．1 hour 30 minutes. | C．1 hour 40 minutes. | D．1 hour 45 minutes. |
| A．Weir Farm National Historic Site and Art Center. |
| B．Historic Huguenot Street. |
| C．Brookhollow's Barnyard. |
| D．Storm King Art Center. |
| A．On Tuesday. | B．On Wednesday. | C．On Friday. | D．On Sunday. |
3 . Before the 1830s, most newspapers were sold through annual subscriptions in America, usually $ 8 to $ 10 a year. Today $ 8 or $ 10 seems a small amount of money, but at that time these amounts were forbidding to most citizens. Accordingly, newspapers were read almost by rich people in politics or the trades. In addition, most newspapers had little in them that would appeal to a mass audience. They were dull and visually forbidding. But the revolution that was taking place in the 1830s would change all that.
The trend, then, was toward the “penny paper” —a term referring to papers made widely available to the public. It meant any inexpensive newspaper; perhaps more importantly it meant newspapers that could be bought in single copies on the street.
This development did not take place overnight. It had been possible( but not easy) to buy single copies of newspapers before 1830, but this usually meant the reader had to go down to the printer’s office to purchase a copy. Street sales were almost unknown. However, within a few years, street sales of newspapers would be commonplace in eastern cities. At first the price of single copies was seldom a penny-usually two or three cents was charged -and some of the older well-known papers charged five or six cents. But the phrase “penny paper” caught the public’s fancy, and soon there would be papers that did indeed sell for only a penny.
This new trend of newspapers for “the man on the street” did not begin well. Some of the early ventures (企业) were immediate failures. Publishers already in business, people who were owners of successful papers, had little desire to change the tradition. It took a few youthful and daring businessmen to get the ball rolling.
1. Which of the following best describes newspapers in America before the 1830s?| A．Academic. | B．Unattractive. |
| C．Professional. | D．Popular. |
| A．They would be priced higher. | B．They would disappear from cities. |
| C．They could have more readers. | D．They could regain public trust. |
| A．Local politicians. | B．Common people. |
| C．Young publishers. | D．Rich businessmen. |
1. How long does the star-watching session last?
| A．Four hours. | B．Six hours. | C．Ten hours. |
| A．By selling tickets. |
| B．By charging membership fees. |
| C．By accepting money from the public. |
| A．Listen to lectures from the expert staff. |
| B．Learn about the Center and its programs. |
| C．Watch the sky outside with special telescopes. |
| A．It is at the foot of Mintal Mountain. |
| B．The temperature there falls below zero at night. |
| C．Visitors can buy something to wear at the Center store. |
5 . Millennium Park
About Millennium Park
Millennium Park is a large public park in Chicago, Illinois. It is the most famous section of Grant Park, and is home to most of the park’s attraction highlights, namely the Cloud Gate sculpture. The park is one of the largest green roofs in the world, as it was built on top of parking garages and a railroad yard. Chicagoans take great pride in the park.
Tours ＆ Fee
History of Chicago Architecture $ 30
Chicago Sunset Segway Tour $ 25
Amazing Lakefront Segway Tour in Chicago $ 23
Getting Around
By Subway: Take the brown line, green line, orange line, pink line, or purple line and get off at Randolph Wabash or Madison Wabash stations, then walk east for about 10 minutes to arrive at Millennium Park.
Special Events
Chicago’s most well-known city park, Millennium Park is near Lake Michigan. Directly west of the park is a steel forest of skyscrapers. The famous Cloud Gate sculpture on the square looks like a silver bean shining under the sun. This sculpture is nick-named “Silver Bean” as a result of the unique shape. A selfie(自拍) at the bean has become the iconic photo of any trip to Chicago. There is also an open-air concert hall nearby the LED art display that shows the smiling faces of Chicagoans. In daylight check out the famous crown fountain and the white walkway bridge features of the park.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the address of Millennium Park?
201 E Randolph St, Chicago.
What are the best restaurants near Millennium Park?
Top recommendations for the best restaurants near Millennium Park are: Market Creations Cafe, Market Thyme Restaurant, Giordano’s Pizza, Tilted Kilt and Starbucks.
What are the must-see attractions near Millennium Park?
These are the places that you must visit near Millennium Park: Crown Fountain, McCormick-Tribune Ice Rink, Grant Park Music Festival and The Modern Wing-Art Museum.
1. What do we know about Millennium Park?| A．It is the most famous section of Grant Park. |
| B．It is home to most of the park’s attraction highlights, the Cloud Gate sculpture. |
| C．It is one of the largest green roofs in the world. |
| D．All of the above. |
| A．$ 106. | B．$ 53. | C．$ 110. | D．$ 55. |
| A．Because it is a silver bean shining under the sun. |
| B．Because of its unique shape. |
| C．Because of its color. |
| D．Because it shows the smiling faces of Chicagoans. |
| A．Grant Park Music Festival | B．Crown Fountain |
| C．Market Creations Cafe | D．The Modern Wing-Art Museum |
6 . Gibraltar has vaccinated (注射疫苗) its entire adult population, making it a perfect “green list” destination for the coming sunny break. Here are our tips on what you can get there.
Cable car
The views from the Cable Car’s Top Station, located 412 m above sea level, are truly breathtaking and it will take you only 6 minutes to get to the top. You will find our tailless monkey at the Cable Car Top Station. However, please be aware that although they look cute and friendly, they are wild animals and must be treated with caution and respect.
The Cable Car is open 7 days a week from 09:30 to 19:15. No reservation needed.
ADMISSION PRICES: £16 for each adult, £7 for each child, and £14.5 for senior citizens
E-bike
E-bike system was established in July 2019 to provide e-bike guided tours and bike rentals in Gibraltar.
The directors of our tours bring 20 years of experience organizing and operating e-bike and motorcycle tours around the world. Our tour guides are officially licensed by the Gibraltar Tourist Board, are native English speakers and carry first-aid. German and Spanish speaking tour guides are also available on request.
CONTACT: TEL +350 56004948, e-mail info@ebike-gibraltar.com, or visit http://www.ebike-gibraltar.com/
Lower St Michael’s Cave
When the upper section of St Michael’s Cave has been known for over 2000 years and used for various purposes such as a hospital during World War II, it was only in 1942 that Lower St Michael’s Cave was discovered.
The tour into Lower St Michael’s Cave normally lasts around three hours. People are advised to wear shoes and clothing suitable for climbing. Due to the unusual nature of this tour, children under the age of ten years are not allowed. Three days in advance is also necessary for bookings.
ADMISSION PRICE: £25 per person
For details: TEL +350 20076849 or e-mail eltopo@gibraltar.gi
1. If a couple with two children want to get close to wildlife in Gibraltar, how much do they have to pay?| A．£30. | B．£46. | C．£50. | D．£61. |
| A．English. | B．German. | C．Spanish. | D．French. |
| A．Call +350 56004948 for detailed information. |
| B．Take a child of 8 on the tour. |
| C．Wear comfortable shoes for climbing. |
| D．Book the tour one day ahead of their schedule. |
7 . On the banks of the beautiful Macquarie River, Bathurst is a town of pretty tree-lined streets, beautiful parks and wonderful heritage buildings. Many activities are held there year-round. Here are some for you.
The Lazy Sunday Afternoon
January 1
Join us for the Lazy Sunday Afternoon as we show you local award-winning wine from Three Views Vineyard. Please call in advance to book. Enjoy cheap wine tastings and a selection of cheeses. For those who do not want to drive, a pick-up is available.
International Museum Photograph Day
January 15
Celebrate International Museum Photograph Day with a selfie at Bathurst Regional Council Museums with free entrance. To win a prize for the most imaginative photographs, just use the marking Museum Photograph Day Bathurst when you post on Facebook.
Bathurst Miniature Railway
From February 1 to February 16
Bathurst Miniature Railway operates every third Sunday of the month. It is located next to the Tennis Centre in Durham Street. The club started in 1977 and today operates nearly 600 meters of race track in Durham Street Bathurst. Over the years more tracks for your enjoyment of sports have been added.
Challenge Bathurst
From November 28 to December 1
Challenge Bathurst is a great opportunity to drive your own street car or track racing car on the famous Mount Panorama Racing Circuit. With the most exciting 6.2 kilometers of bitumen (沥青) on the planet open for your speeding enjoyment, you won’t want to miss your chance to gain an unforgettable experience.
1. What do we know about the Lazy Sunday Afternoon?| A．It is held monthly. | B．It is free of charge. |
| C．It refuses to offer pick-up service. | D．It requires booking ahead of time. |
| A．A man loving food and wine. | B．A girl fond of taking pictures. |
| C．A kid expecting free car rides. | D．A teenager wanting to play tennis. |
| A．To introduce some events in Bathurst. | B．To advertise some summer activities. |
| C．To show races on the Bathurst streets. | D．To provide opportunities for indoor sports. |
8 . Beijing World Hotel
BAUHAUS
Here we opened an excellent German bar. Guests will feel the atmosphere of a bar in Berlin, enjoy real German beers and meals. Nightly live band performance from 21:00 hours onwards.
Location: Ground Level, West Wing Building, Beijing World Trade Center
Operating hours: 12:00 to 03:00 hours Sun.—Thu.; 12:00 to 05:00 hours Fri.—Sat.
LOST HORIZON
You are the star at the Lost Horizon room. Over 7,000 selections of Mandarin» Japanese» Cantonese. Korean, Taiwanese and English songs are all for your singing pleasure.
GOURMET
It is so simple to prepare a great meal at home now that you can buy the best meats, milk products, wines, breads, cakes and more... all under one roof.
Location: Basement 1, Beijing World Trade Center
Operating hours: 19:00 to 21:00 hours
GAMEROOM
Immerse yourself in a stress-free world of arcade games, simulators and attractions at GameRoom. You'll find exciting games both classic and cutting edge where you can challenge your friends and test your own skill. And we provide you with 25 high-definition TVs. Our sports bar is also there, which is the perfect place to watch the big game.
When you need a break, our restaurant on the same level features a wide selection of delicious food.
When you're looking for a break from the ordinary, visit GameRoom and let the fun begin!
Location: Top level, East Wing Building, Beijing World Trade Center
Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1. If your family is to have a big get-together, which of the following will you go?| A．BAUHAUS. | B．LOST HORIZON. | C．GOURMET. | D．GAMEROOM. |
| A．At 4 pm, Sunday. | B．At 4 am Saturday. |
| C．At 3 pm Friday. | D．At 4 am Thursday. |
| A．Having a test. | B．Doing some shopping. |
| C．Having a dinner with his friends. | D．Playing the latest games with your friends. |
9 . Best Ski Resorts (胜地)
Stevens Pass—Washington
While American families have different choices when it comes to winter snow sports, many choose Stevens Pass. For some fun after the sun goes down, Stevens Pass offers night skiing under the lights until 10 p. m. If you need to get some work done, you can head to the Visitor Center where free Wii is offered for work from mountain experience.
Good to Know: Buy tickets 7+days earlier for the biggest savings.
Beaver Creek—Colombia
With full childcare choices and the best ski school for beginners, Beaver Creek is a perfect ski resort for families. For kids who aren't quite ready to ski, the Small World Play School is a good place to go to. Add in a Cookie Cabin, and you may never want to go down this mountain!
Good to Know: Every day at 3 p. m. enjoy Cookie Time—where cooks serve warm, delicious chocolate cookies!
Big Sky Resort-Montana
Big Sky is greatly designed for skiing lovers. The Lone Peak Playhouse offers childcare to kids aged six months to eight years old, so you can enjoy skiing while your kids play. Or, head to Chet's for board games and live music.
Good to Know: Kids aged six and under ski free.
Mt. Hood Meadows—Oregon
For beginners, start with Buttercup and Ballroom Carpet. Or, head to the Children's Learning Center, where kids as young as four can sign up for lessons. If you add in the healthy lunches, you can rest easy while your kids have a great full-day lesson.
Good to know： Kids can get a special two-hour beginner lesson for just $ 25, and equipment rental (设备租用)can be added for $10. Tickets can only be bought ahead of time.
1. What can visitors do at Stevens Pass?| A．Take skiing lessons. | B．Play indoor games. |
| C．Do voluntary work | D．Ski at night. |
| A．Both offer snacks. | B．Both offer childcare |
| C．Both offer live music. | D．Both offer board games. |
| A．$ 10. | B．$ 25. |
| C．$ 35 | D．$ 45. |
1. What is the show about?
| A．Virginia tourism. | B．Healthy living. | C．Gardening. |
| A．Four days. | B．Nine days. | C．Ten days. |
| A．Behind the zoo. | B．In front of the stadium. | C．Opposite the Ocean Park. |
| A．Make a speech. | B．Organize the show. | C．Sell gardening supplies. |
