1 . Are you thinking about what to do in your free time? Come and join us — Youth Club! Join in lessons and activities. It’s fun! For more information, call 34789256!
Lessons | Activities |
| Monday-Friday 6:00 pm-7:30 p.m. Computer lessons for beginners | Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Basketball and volleyball playgrounds open |
| Monday and Wednesday 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Dance lessons for dance-lovers You can learn and enjoy wonderful dances | Monday-Sunday 8:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Swimming pool open |
| Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Cooking lessons Learn to cook delicious dishes from all over China | The second and last Saturdays of every month 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Concert time Enjoy Swedish rock, American jazz and beautiful songs from different parts of the world! |
| A．Computer lessons. | B．Cooking lessons. |
| C．Dance lessons. | D．Swimming lessons. |
| A．Saturday and Sunday. | B．Monday and Saturday. |
| C．Monday and Wednesday. | D．Monday and Sunday. |
| A．Twice a week. | B．Twice a month. |
| C．Four times a month. | D．Five times a week. |
2 . When the May bank holiday weekend is around the corner, you may be finding yourself thinking of ideas to keep the kids entertained or simply to make the most of the extra day off. Luckily, we’ve got you a guide to some of the top things to do in the UK this weekend.
Climb the O2
The O2 is a multi-purpose indoor arena (体育馆) in London. One of its great attractions is the world-famous roof. You can take an amazing outdoor climb over it. Upon reaching the top, climbers will be rewarded with amazing 360-degree views across the city. You can choose daytime or sunset climbs. Reserve your seats before availability as they are limited.
Search for a National Trust site
The National Trust is a charity and membership organization. Although its focus may be different by region, the basic role is to preserve historically significant items and areas of natural beauty. Exploring new National Trust sites can be a fun way to do something different, whether they’re attractive gardens or ancient forests. To give you a helping hand, the National Trust actually has a guide that collects the best events to enjoy in spring.
Explore the soul of Madrid
The Mediterranean-style drink will serve up the soul of Madrid in London this bank holiday weekend, in celebration of the food, art and music to be found in both the Spanish and English capitals. London Bridge’s Vinegar Yard will play host to the special event including performances by famous singers, and original artwork that will be a feast for the eyes.
Go and see a West End show
Wanting a trip to London’s West End to catch a show? There are impressive performances on at the moment including Frozen, Mamma Mia!, Back to the Future, Come from Away and other musical films. Tickets for these great performances have theatre deals and discounts.
1. What should tourists do to visit the O2?| A．Take a guided tour, | B．Leave the roof at sunset. |
| C．Book tickets in advance. | D．Apply for its membership. |
| A．It aims to protect natural and cultural heritage. |
| B．It is famous for its garden and forest scenery. |
| C．It holds different events at a fixed place. |
| D．It is a profitable organization. |
| A．They give visitors a discount. | B．They invite famous singers. |
| C．They serve free snack foods. | D．They offer amazing music. |
3 . Guide posts Magazine
Guide posts is the inspirational magazine that will move and inspire you with heartwarming stories and faith-affirming (坚定信仰) articles that show anything is possible with hope and faith.
Product Description
Escape into the beautiful pages of the new Guide posts magazine and feel your spirits soar. You’ll be amazed at how uplifting and true stories of positive people can help fill your own life with more hope and joy and see the remarkable ways people are at work in your life. You’ll have comfort in stories of how others leaned on faith and overcame struggles. Discover new ways to live and to be inspired, reflect on inspiring quotes and “travel” to beautiful places and friendly small towns. You can also take a much-needed break from all the “screen time”, and relax with your new Guide posts magazine. You’ll get:
More pages of true stories of hope and inspiration;
All your favorite features like “Mysterious Ways”, “Someone Cares” and “The Up Side”;
New articles on spiritual growth with tips for applying them to your own life.
Publication
Guide posts is small in size, printed on beautiful, high-quality paper and it is published bi-monthly or 6 issues annually with a minimum of 100 pages each issue.
Special Offer
If you subscribe today, you can save almost 35% and receive a free gift-2023 Guide posts Calendar, and you also can get a free Scenic Wall Calendar.
Continuous Service Program
As part of the convenient Continuous Service Program, you will receive continuous service for as long as you wish. You will always be notified in advance with the price and term then in effect. There is no obligation (义务) to renew the subscription and you may cancel at anytime.
1. What kind of articles is Guide posts about?| A．Folk tales. | B．Love stories. |
| C．Encouraging stories. | D．Horror tales. |
| A．Making yourself more confident. |
| B．Becoming a warm-hearted person. |
| C．Being invited to talk with positive people. |
| D．Being invited to travel to places of interest. |
| A．Saving nearly 65% of the money. |
| B．Getting a Scenic Wall Calendar. |
| C．Reading Guideposts on the Internet for free. |
| D．Getting two-year Guide posts Calendars. |
4 . We know that St. Patrick’s Day festivities may include a little bit of drinking. But there are plenty of kid-safe St. Patrick’s Day events around metro Phoenix, too. Here are the lucky St. Patrick’s Day celebrations for kids.
3/17： Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
Kids can make their own treats at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix this St. Patrick’s Day. Children can make and decorate their cupcakes with rainbow candies and chocolate pots of gold. To-go containers will also be provided.
Details: 1—3 p. m，Friday, March 17. Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix. $3 for members. $4 for non-members. 602 -253 -0501.
3/17—19: Fountain O’ Green Artisan Market
This community festival will include sculptures paintings，handcrafted jewelry and apparel from selected local and regional artists, live music and dance performance throughout the weekend. There will also be a food court.
On Friday, emerald-colored water will shoot from the town’s fountain at noon. Take the kids to see the annual tradition and picnic in the park.
Details: 10 a. m. —5 p. m. , Friday — Sunday, March 17—19. Avenue of the Fountains and Saguaro Boulevard, Fountain Hills. Free. 480 -488- 2014.
3/17 ： St. Patrick’s Day Party at AZ Air Time
Kids above 12 years old can collect their free, green glow necklaces and jump for three hours, scale the rock climbing wall or dive into the giant pit of foam. Jump socks required.
Details： 8—11 p. m. Friday, March 17. AZ Air Time, 13802 N. Scottsdale Road，Suite 145, Scottsdale. $15, which is a $14 savings, 480 —427 - 2000.
1. Which telephone number can people call at if they want to make and decorate cupcakes?| A．602 - 427 -2014. | B．480 -488 -2014. |
| C．480 -427 -2000. | D．602 -253 -0501. |
| A．St. Patrick’s Day at the Irish Cultural Center. | B．Fountain O’ Green Artisan Market. |
| C．St. Patrick’s Day at AZ Air Time. | D．Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes. |
| A．Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes. | B．St. Patrick’s Day at the Irish Cultural Center. |
| C．Fountain 0’ Green Artisan Market. | D．St. Patrick’s Day at AZ Air Time. |
5 . Hiring Now
Copy Editor
Location:Beijing, China
Contract Length: Minimum 12-month commitment
CGTN Digital is seeking an experienced copy editor to join its growing team of devoted, passionate journalists in Beijing. The ideal candidate will have experience working accurately and carefully, in a fast-paced news environment. They will be positive, energetic and totally committed to the highest journalistic standards. They will also have the ability to read and edit scripts (讲稿）critically; make edits consistent with CGTN's one and accuracy; and spot spelling, punctuation, grammar, and syntax(句法）mistakes consistently.
●Edit existing news content
●Repurpose existing content for various online platforms
●Work together with other journalists
●Have an interest in international and Chinese news
| Minimum Qualifications ●At least 3+ years of relevant experience in editing and fact-checking ●Native-level knowledge of the English language ●An eye for detail and ability to produce spotless copy ●Ability to multitask and work as a team player ●University degree |
Apply by sending a CV and a detailed cover letter, including your current and expected salary, along with any relevant work samples by e-mail to: cgtndigital @cgtn.com.
1. What aspects does CGTN Digital focus on while choosing a copy editor?| A．Individualism and interest. |
| B．Nationality and ability. |
| C．Age and gender. |
| D．Experience and competence. |
| A．Little experience in correcting mistakes. |
| B．Native-level fluency in the English language. |
| C．Ability to spot mistaken details in the copy. |
| D．Competence to perform a single task independently. |
| A．A brief cover letter. |
| B．A self-introduction video. |
| C．Work samples related to this job. |
| D．Current and expected bonus. |
6 . The Z Hotel is in the heart of London’s West End and has comfortable accommodation in a contemporary design.
All rooms include handcrafted beds, 48-inch Samsung HD TVs with free Sky Sports and Movie channels, and free Wi-Fi. Each room also has under-bed storage for an overnight bag, and wall-mounted hanging space for clothing. The Z Hotel also offers wheelchair accessible rooms.
Continental breakfast is served in The Z Café every morning, including smoked salmon, fresh bread, fresh fruit salad and bacon rolls. A selection of salads, sandwiches and hot dishes are on offer throughout the day.
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Prince of Wales Theatre and Chinatown London, Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. Heathrow Airport can be reached directly from Piccadilly Circus Underground Station.
This is our guests’ favorite part of London, according to independent reviews. This area is also great for shopping, with popular brands nearby: Apple, H&M, Zara, Burberry and Chanel.
The Z Hotel is rated for the best value in London! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other hotels in this city. Come and stay with us!
Most popular facilities:
◆luggage storage ◆Heating ◆Free Wi-Fi ◆Air conditioning
◆24-hour front desk ◆Daily maid service ◆Parking ◆Lift
Prices:
| Room type | Prices | Options |
| Double room--non-smoking | ￡179 | ·Non-refundable(不退款) ·Good Breakfast￡9.50 |
| Twin Room--non-smoking | ￡185 | ·Non-refundable ·Good Breakfast￡9.50 |
| Queen Room --disability access | ￡219 | ·Pay at the hotel (no prepayment needed) ·Good Breakfast included |
1. When staying in this hotel, you will enjoy all of the following EXCEPT________.
| A．free Wi-Fi | B．a TV with some free channels |
| C．airport pick-up service | D．under-bed storage space |
| A．￡438 | B．￡404 |
| C．￡358 | D．￡370 |
| A．the hotel is close to Heathrow Airport |
| B．the hotel serves Chinese-style breakfast |
| C．the hotel is good value for guests’ money |
| D．there is a shop with popular brands in the hotel |
7 . Music
Opera at Music Hall: 1243 Elm Street. The season runs June through August, with additional performances in March and September. The Opera honors enjoy the Arts membership discounts. Phone: 723-1182.
Chamber Orchestra: The Orchestra plays at Memorial Hall at 106 Elm Street, which offers several concerts from March through June. Call 241-2742 for more information.
Symphony Orchestra: At Music Hall and Riverbend. For ticket sales, call 381-3300. Regular season runs September through May at Music Hall and in summer at Riverbend.
College Conservatory of Music (CCM): Performances are on the main campus (校园) of the university, usually at Patricia Cobbett Theater. CCM organizes a variety of events, including performances by the well-known LaSalle Quartet, CCM’s Philharmonic Orchestra, and various groups of musicians presenting Baroque through modern music. Students with I.D. cards can attend the events for free. A free schedule of events for each term is available by calling the box office at 556-4183.
Riverbend Music Theater: 6295 Kellogg Ave. Large outdoor theater with the closest seats under cover (price difference) .Big name shows all summer long! Phone: 232-6220.
1. Which number should you call if you want to see an opera?| A．723-1182 | B．241-2742 |
| C．381-3300 | D．232-6220 |
| A．Music Hall. | B．Patricia Cobbett Theater. |
| C．Memorial Hall. | D．Riverbend Music Theater. |
| A．Chamber Orchestra gives shows all year round. |
| B．Audience can enjoy Symphony Orchestra in September at Riverbend. |
| C．College Conservatory of Music offers membership discounts. |
| D．Riverbend Music Theater has seats in the open air. |
8 . Beloit Summer Language
If you’re serious about learning a language, come to one of the nation’s finest language summer camp programs, the Center for Language Studies (CLS) at beautiful Beloit College in Wisconsin. CLS is a four-or eight-week language program in Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Russian that is open to high school students and people who are studying or working at college.
Phone: 608-363-2500
Email: admiss@beloit.edu
Website: https://www.beloit.edu
Georgetown University: Summer Medical Program
If you’re a teen thinking about learning medicine in college, explore the medical summer camp program offered at Georgetown University. In this 20-day course, you will get a brief idea of the first-year medical school curriculum. The course includes lectures, laboratory work and fieldwork.
Phone: 202-687-7087
Email: highschool@georgetown.edu
Website: http://scs.georgetown.edu
Bard College at Simon’s Rock Young Writers Workshop
In the summer of 1983, Bard College at Simon’s Rock began offering a three-week writing workshop for high school students. Each year 84 academically motivated students are chosen to participate in the Simon’s Rock program. Former participants have gone on to such colleges as Bard, Harvard, Princeton, Yale and so on.
Phone: 413-528-7231
Email: jamieh@simons-rock.edu
Website: https://simons-rock.edu
Art: Summer at Penn
Each summer, the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Design offers an unparalleled four-week summer art program for artistically gifted high school students. This pre-college art program in Philadelphia prepares you for the college admissions process as you experience university life. Courses are held within the School of Design’s fine art studios and you can develop your technical skills and expand your styles of creative expression.
Phone: 610-265-9401
Email: imagine@jkcp.com
Website: http://www.jkcp.com
1. Which program accepts college students?| A．Bard College at Simon’s Rock Young Writers Workshop |
| B．Georgetown University: Summer Medical Program |
| C．Beloit Summer Language |
| D．Art: Summer at Penn |
| A．admiss@beloit.edu | B．imagine@jkcp.com |
| C．jamieh@simons-rock.edu | D．highschool@georgetown.edu |
| A．By visiting http://scs.georgetown.edu | B．By visiting https://simons-rock.edu |
| C．By visiting https://www.beloit.edu | D．By visiting http://www.jkcp.com |
