1 . Top Summer Festivals in Australia

Splendid mornings and glorious sunshine may not always make summer exciting, but the Aussie summer is always a nice option. The country finds its fortune, the artists find their patrons, and pleasure-seekers get that kick to enjoy good things in life under the southern sun.

1. Margaret River Gourmet Escape
When: November 17-19

This outstanding food & wine festival at Leeuwin Estate Winery by the Margaret River is an experience for travelers who have arrived at the start of summer. From enjoying barbeque on the famous Castle Bay Beach to dining on the longest wooden jetty (栈桥) in the Southern Hemisphere, the true devotees of food and wine choose entertainment for these three days.

2. Tropfest Film Festival
When: February 7-11

Filmmakers from across the globe use the world’s largest short film festival as a platform to showcase their work. This free-to-attend festival doesn’t have the air of Cannes(戛纳) but the audience is assured of some really experimental movies. If you happen to be in Sydney this summer. head to the Centennial Park and see for yourselfhow heartwarming this festival can turn out to be.

3. Womadelaide Music Festival
When: February 17-March5

During the Womadelaide festival, you can attend this biggest world music festival in southern hemisphere. The Botanic Park turns into a Mecca (麦加) for music lovers as live concerts by artists from all over the world make you enjoy different cultures and genres. To make your summer weekend in South Australia memorable, hit the festival on the first day.

4. Perth International Arts Festival
When: February 10-March5

The Perth international arts festival in Australia is a wonderful experience. Even the “mad” summer of Perth would feel sweet when you join a noble gathering of people at this premier cultural even. This 24-day festival is an occasion to meet greatest living artists and get exposed to new works.

1. What is the feature of Margaret River Gourmet Escape?

A．It contains different water activities.

B．It is famed for food, wines and beaches

C．It is the first summer festival in the world.

D．It holds an exhibition of world-class wines

2. Where can visitors watch the live performances of great artists?

A．In the Botanic Park.	B．By the Margaret River
C．In the Centennial Park.	D．On the Castle Bay Beach.

3. Which is the longest running festival in Australia?

A．Tropfest Film Festivals.	B．Womadelaide Music Festival.
C．Margaret River Gourmet Escape.	D．Perth Intemational Arts Festival

2 . Bird House Keeper Internship

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s. Bird House is looking for qualified interns (实习生) who are interested in developing zoo professional skills in animal care. Interns play an important role in animal conservation and have the unique opportunity to aid animal care staff in various responsibilities.

Interns will:

•Experience and learn all aspects of animal husbandry (畜牧业)

•Learn and follow animal and keeper safety guidelines and operations

•Complete a project and present findings to bird staff

• Perform other duties

Support will be given to any intern who wishes to pursue the publication of their project results at the cud of the internship.

Qualifications:

Strong preference will be given to undergraduate and graduate students or recent graduates pursuing a career in a related field.

•Previous animal experience in a zoo preferred but not required

•Flexible, reliable, self-motivated and a team player

•Ability to follow oral and written instructions

•Able to establish and maintain an effective relationship with people

• Strong written and oral communication

• Good observational skill

•Able to actively work in severe weather

Stipend (津贴):

This is an unpaid internship. Interns will be responsible for all transportation costs and personal health insurance.

Housing:

The intern will make his or her own housing arrangements in the Washington, D.C., area.

Parking:

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and the Smithsonian Institution do not provide free parking to interns.

Term of appointment:

This is a three-month internship with the possibility of extending (延长) to six months. Interns must be able to commit 30-40 hours per week, including holidays and weekends.

How to Apply:

To apply, go to solaa.si.edu.

1. What will interns be offered?

A．Free publication of their project results.

B．Free accommodation.

C．Round-trip costs.

D．Some training in animal care.

2. What is required of applicants?

A．Having strong communication skills.

B．Being familiar with birds’ habits.

C．Having working experience in a zoo.

D．Being graduate students.

3. How long should interns work?

A．90-120 hours.

B．At least 360 hours.

C．120-480 hours.

D．At least 480 hours.

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Ocean Park Hong Kong is one of Hong Kong’s greatest tourist     1     (attract). Because the park isn’t run for profit, it is much more suitable for education and wildlife conservation research. And     2     (compare) with other theme parks, it takes better care of the animals. In addition, you will find prices there fairly reasonable considering the size and the quality. Therefore, since its opening, the park     3     (draw) a large number of visitors.

    4     (cover) about a square kilometer on the southern side of Hong Kong Island, the theme park is conveniently close to downtown. As the park attracts large crowds every day, try to be there     5     the park opens at 10 in the morning and avoid the busy holidays and weekends. It is also recommended that tickets     6     (buy) online in advance.

Hong Kong is a unique city in the world     7     you can buy one card to pay for public transport and all your purchases.     8     card is available at the ticket windows of any subway station in Hong Kong, with which then you can pay for things in the park. And you can add money as you wish and have     9     returned to a station window for the remaining money back.

Wish you an     10     (enjoy) day in Hong Kong’s most popular theme park.

4 . Library Activities for Children

Salem Public Library offers a lot of fun and educational activities for children and adults all year round. Sign up for email notifications and never miss an event

Creative Kids: After-School Arts Activity

4:30—5:30 p.m.| 3rd Thursday of the month | Story Rooms A & B

School-age kids from 2nd to 5th grades are invited to an after-school activity in arts the third Thursday of each month October through March. Sign up online or at the Children's Ask Here Desk.

Read to a Pet

1:00—2: 30 p.m.| 2nd and last Saturday of the month| 3rd Floor Children's Area

This program is a relaxing way for young readers to improve their reading skills. Visiting dogs and cats have been trained by Paws for Love and are nice and friendly. This is a drop-in program, and sign-ups are not necessary.

Monthly Lego Party

2:00—3:00 p.m.| 3rd Saturday of the month| Story Rooms Floor 3

Kids with their grown-ups are invited for an hour of Lego play. Legos are provided. Bring your imagination! This creative activity is for ages 4 and up.

Discovery Room

The Discovery Room gives chances for children to think creatively, use their imagination, and learn while playing. The theme of the Discovery Room changes four times a year. Discovery Room hours often change, too. Please call before you come to find out when it will be open.

1. Which activity will children enjoy if they like dogs and cats?

A．Discovery Room.	B．Read to a Pet.
C．Monthly Lego Party.	D．Creative Kids: After-school Arts Activity.

2. What can be learned about the Lego party?

A．It needs sign-ups.	B．It lasts for one hour.
C．It is a weekly program.	D．It is for kids aged 2-4.

3. How is the Discovery Room different from the other activities?

A．Its theme changes.	B．It is held four times a year.
C．It takes place on weekdays.	D．Its goal is to encourage children's creativity.

5 . Oregon is a beautiful Northwest State, filled with amazing places to visit. Many of these wonderful places are within National Parks. Here are some of this state’s fantastic national parks.

Crater Lake National Park

Crater Lake is one of the most unique areas in Oregon and the country. The park makes a great summer and winter time place to visit. Most of the year the park is covered in snow, and the summer window is very short, lasting only from July to October. During the short summer visitors can enjoy the Rim Drive, hiking, camping, fishing, swimming in the lake and even take a boat tour of the lake.

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

Visitors to Fort Vancouver have the chance to learn about the history of the fur trade in the Pacific North-west. This place offers travelers the chance to learn about the cultures that lived in the area, and it also has information about the military history of this place.

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

This amazing National Monument protect the changes of ecosystems over 40 million years. Visitors can learn about the amazing history of how plant and animal changed. This park has three parts, where visitors can enjoy the views and learn about the history of this place.

Oregon Caves National Monument

Visitors to the Siskiyou Mountains can explore Oregon Caves National Monument. This National Monument has marble caves. These caves were formed as rainwater from forests above slowly dissolved the surrounding marble, creating these amazing caves. Visitors can take tours of the caves, led by a guide.

1. What can you do in Crater Lake National Park?

A．Swim in December.	B．Camp in summer.
C．Dig amazing caves.	D．View animals and plants.

2. What can you learn about in John Day Fossil Beds National Monument？

A．The history of the fur trade.	B．The military history of the area.
C．The history of plant and animal.	D．The cultures of the place.

3. Where can you go if you are interested in caves?

A．Crater Lake National Park	B．Oregon Caves National Monument
C．Fort Vancouver National Historic Site	D．John Day Fossil Beds National Monument

6 . Where do you normally study? If the answer is “lying in bed with my laptop propped on my knees while eating deep-fried Cheetos”, then you might want to consider an individual study place. Here is information about these places in UL (The University of London ).

Book an individual study place online

Visit https://www.gold.ac.uk/library/using/book-a-study-space/

You will be able to book a study space for the following day from 10 a.m.

Study Spaces and facilities for UL

Students and staff can book an individual study space, a computer or the Assistive Technology Computer.

● Library desk for four hours

● Individual study room on campus for two hours

● Library computer (non-UL students must pay Wi-Fi)

● Assistive Technology Centre(ATC) study room for four hours

Use the Library in a Covid-secure way

● Students and staff need to have a Covid-19 test every week before coming to the Library.

● Wear a face covering if you are able to do so. Please continue to wear a face covering while seated.

● Do not move any mobile furniture. It has been placed specifically to maintain social distancing.

● The Library’s water fountains have been switched off and the Library Café is currently closed. Please ensure you bring enough water with you.

● Use of the toilets is restricted to one person at a time.

● You may drink and eat in library spaces, but cold food and drink only, please!

● Please leave your booked study space on time in order to allow for cleaning.

● Keep a noise to a minimum!

1. After booking online, one can use _______ in UL.

A．printing facilities	B．a quiet outdoor place
C．a staff room	D．a computer

2. _______ is inaccessible to a non-UL student.

A．A library desk	B．A meeting room
C．Free Wi-Fi	D．A library room

3. What are students required to do when using the library?

A．Clean the study space on time.

B．Wear a face covering all the time.

C．Prepare water for themselves to drink.

D．Arrange the furniture to maintain social distancing.

7 . Photography is important because it allows people to admire the most diverse situations recorded in a frozen moment. If you are thirsty to improve your photography skills, City Academy is a good choice.

Why Choose City Academy?

• Situated in Central London, it runs a wide range of evening and weekend photography classes.

• All tutors are industry professionals with rich teaching experience.

• Small class sizes mean you can be paid one-to-one attention.

• Online course materials are available for a small charge.

Our Photography Courses

• Introduction to Digital Photography, by James Ross on April 22^nd. The course, either in the classroom or on London street for some shooting, is perfect for anyone new to digital photography.

• Fine Art Photography, by Georgia Metaxas on May 9^th. You will be given projects and try out various techniques in a studio environment to create photos that express your personal ideas.

• Studio Lighting for Photography, by James Ross on June 29^th. This course is designed to guide you through the science of studio lighting. Working in a studio environment, you will practice using flash lighting equipment.

• Documentary Photography, by Toby Glanville on July 3^rd. The course, focused on photographing events or environments which are significant and relevant to historical events, will be perfect for photographers to produce a photo essay on a given theme in our classroom.

Special Offers

Any course above costs £295, but you can save 10% when you purchase two courses in the same booking. Save 20% when you buy three or more courses in the same booking.

1. What does City Academy offer to students?

A．Experienced tutors.	B．Weekday lessons.
C．Free online materials.	D．One-to-one classes.

2. Which course will you attend if you are interested in history?

A．Fine Art Photography.

B．Documentary Photography.

C．Studio Lighting for Photography.

D．Introduction to Digital Photography.

3. How much will you pay for four courses in the same booking?

A．£944.

B．£1,044.

C．£1,062.

D．£1,180.