1 . The New Jersey State Botanical (植物学的) Garden (NJBG) is a part of Ringwood State Park, New Jersey Division of Parks and Forestry, Department of Environmental Protection. It appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places.
Membership
It’s easy to join NJBG or renew your membership—or a gift membership—online, by phone or by mail. And it’s very important to the Botanical Garden. Your membership dollars help to protect the Garden, and provide educational activities for the general public. Thank you for your support!
To join or renew, please click on the section below for safe and convenient online payment. If you prefer to join by phone or mail, call the NJBG office at (973)962-9534 to get more information.
Membership Benefits
NJBG is an exciting and beautiful place to visit, with formal gardens, native woodlands, and about 5,000 species and varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers. Your NJBG membership enables you to purchase plants at a reduced price at plant shops.
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New Member | Individual | Family | Student |
Yearly | $35 | $60 | $25 |
Two Years | $60 | $110 | $40 |
Renew Membership
Membership Renewal | Individual | Family | Student |
Yearly | $30 | $50 | $25 |
Two Years | $50 | $90 | $40 |
| A．To provide service for the public. |
| B．To build a new botanical museum. |
| C．To improve the educational level of the gardeners. |
| D．To update NJBG’s payment system. |
| A．Joining in activities for free. | B．Visiting the Garden anytime. |
| C．Learning to care for a garden. | D．Buying plants at a lower price. |
| A．$60. | B．$90 | C．$100. | D．$110. |
2 . A famous magazine, Amusement Today, does a survey among park lovers every year both in the US and overseas, based on which, “Top 5 List of the Best Amusement Parks in the World” has come out as follows:
Disneyland, California
Disneyland is a theme park in Anaheim, California, the US. More than 515 million guests have traveled to this American landmark from around the world since the park first opened to guests on July 17, 1955. The park consists of many world-famous sections, such as Main Street, Adventure land, New Orleans Square, and so on.
Magic Kingdom, Disney World, Florida
Magic Kingdom is a theme park within the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, near Orlando opened on October 1, 1971. It is the most famous theme park in Florida. The park’s design and attractions don’t make much difference from Disneyland Park in Anaheim.
EPCOT, Disney World, Florida
EPCOT is the second theme park built at the Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida. The park opened on October 1, 1982, and was named EPCOT Center from 1982 to 1993. It was the largest Disney theme park in the world until 1998, when Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened.
DisneyMGM Studios, Florida
MGM’s streets are the home for some great moviethemed attractions with a history of less than 30 years. With the addition of the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and the Rock and Roller Coaster, the park is now home to Disney World’s most thrilling rides.
Universal Studios, Florida
Go behind the scenes, beyond the screen and jump right into the action of your favorite movies at Universal Studios, the number one movie and TV theme park in the world.
1. Which of the following theme parks have similar attractions?| A．Disneyland & Magic Kingdom. |
| B．Disneyland & Universal Studios. |
| C．EPCOT & DisneyMGM Studios. |
| D．Magic Kingdom & Universal Studios. |
| A．Magic Kingdom, Disney World, Florida. |
| B．DisneyMGM Studios, Florida. |
| C．EPCOT, Disney World, Florida. |
| D．Disneyland, California. |
| A．To attract tourists to these theme parks. |
| B．To increase the sales of Amusement Today. |
| C．To introduce world’s best amusement parks. |
| D．To compare attractions in different theme parks. |
3 . Grandparent’s Day Workshop-Honey Tasting
September is Honey Month, and what better way to celebrate both your grandparents and this sweet treat than tasting some sweet honey from around the world? Join us for a family-friendly honey tasting workshop.
What Participants Learn:
·How honey is made
·The importance of honeybees to pollinating O plants
·How to select and enjoy quality honey
·Why soil and flowers’ sweet liquid sources influence a honey’s flavor and color
·What participants can do to help bees in their neighborhoods
·Recommendations for seasonal food pairings that will match the honeys
What’s Included:
·Mini wooden tasting spoons
·Sweet chocolate bars topped with flower petals,honey and bee pollen
·A honey tasting guide
·Tasty snacks such as biscuits or cookies
Upgrades:
·Drink options such as tea or sparkling wine
·Personalized service
You’ll taste honey from different regions of the world, and you’ll have the opportunity to ask our honey experts any questions you have. This workshop is perfect for grandparents and grandchildren to enjoy together. It’s a fun and educational way to learn about honey and its importance to our planet.
Date: Sunday,September 10, 2023
Time:10:00 am —11:30 am
Location: Butterfly Pavilion
Price details
Non-Member Adult | $25. 00 |
Non-Member Child (2-12) | $12. 50 |
Member | $20 adult, $10 child |
The workshop is limited to 60 participants, so please register early. We hope to see you there!
1. What will participants learn at Grandparent’s Day Workshop?| A．What plants are pollinated by bees. | B．Where honeybees make honey most. |
| C．How to pair honey with other foods. | D．What the flavor of quality honey is like. |
| A．Chocolate bars. | B．Various drinks. | C．Tasting spoons. | D．Delicious snacks. |
| A．$ 30. | B．$ 32.50. | C．$ 35.50. | D．$ 40. |
4 . Entertaining Fall Festivals, Events and Activities
Duluth Fall Festival in Duluth, Georgia: Sept. 30—Oct. 2
The 40th yearly end-of-summer celebration takes place in downtown Duluth on the last weekend in September. This free event is run by a team of 300-plus volunteers. Attendees can wander around more than 180 vendors (摊贩) selling arts and crafts or catch a show at either of the two stages with 20-plus scheduled performances throughout the weekend. Kids can experience rides and games just for them, and anyone can enjoy the on-site carnival (嘉年华).
Fall for Greenville in Greenville, South Carolina: Oct. 12—15
Dozens of food and drink vendors set up for this yearly fall festival. Entry and entertainment are free, but attendees can buy Taste Tickets to try dishes prepared by local restaurants and exchange them for drinks, carnival rides and slides in the Kids’ Area. Dozens of free performances are given by local and national acts on stages throughout the weekend.
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico: Oct. 7—15
Well-known as the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, this annual autumn attraction has been around for more than half a century. Attendees can enjoy activities for which they will have to pay a fee. A full schedule of events keep attendees busy throughout each day with a series of themed balloon competitions. Additional activities include free live music performances, firework shows, and shopping and dining at vendors.
West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta in Tualatin, Oregon: Oct. 21—22
Tualatin draws people each October for a free festival with unique fall-themed activities. This year the event kicks off on Saturday with a competition of a giant vegetable weigh-off. The next day starts with a 5K run to raise money for scholarships for local students. Attendees then gather on the banks of Lake Tualatin to watch the festival’s main performance: the Giant Pumpkin Competition.
1. What is specially designed for children at Duluth Fall Festival?| A．Live music. | B．Some rides. | C．The carnival. | D．Firework shows. |
| A．Attending different festivals. | B．Enjoying drinks. |
| C．Shopping for clothes. | D．Appreciating local performances. |
| A．Fall for Greenville. |
| B．Duluth Fall Festival. |
| C．West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta. |
| D．Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. |
| A．Disturbing. | B．Meaningful. | C．Relaxing. |
6 . Why Camp Olympia, and what sets Camp Olympia apart from other camps?
The beauty of our place and the ability to choose from over 40+FUN activities make us special. We feel it is the important things... Experienced Leadership, Staff Hiring and Training Practices, and our excellent Safety Record that clearly makes us one of the leading summer camps for kids in America.
Camp Olympia offers summer camp terms from June ~ August with three-week, two-week, and oneweek terms available. All terms begin on a Sunday and end on a Saturday.
Sign up today to keep your bed for 2019!
2019 Summer Dates & Pricing | ||
Term 1 | June 4~June 17(14 days) | $3,495 |
Term 2 | June 18~July 8(21 days) | $4,495 |
SPARK Week 1* | June 18~ June 24(7 days) | $1,795 |
Term 2 B | June 25~July 8(14 days) | $3,495 |
Term 3 | July 9~July 29(21 days) | $4,495 |
SPARK Week 2* | July 23~Jul y 29(7 days) | $1,795 |
Term 4 | July 30~ August 12(14 days) | $3,495 |
* SPARK Week Terms are for 6~ 9 years old campers only. | ||
All other camp terms are for 7~16 years old campers. | ||
A $300 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit is required to keep a space. Click here to REGISTER ONLINE.
1. When will be the right choice of a 6-year-old boy?| A．June 4~June 17. | B．June 25~ July 8. |
| C．July 30~ August 12. | D．July 23~July 29. |
| A．Term 2. | B．Term 2B. | C．Term 4. | D．Term 1. |
| A．$300 | B．$4,495 | C．$3,495 | D．$1,795 |
| A．On the Internet. | B．In a newspaper. |
| C．At a magazine. | D．In a travel guidebook. |
7 . Whether you like history or simply learning something new, these four museums are worth paying a visit to.
Tenement Museum
Located in New York, the Tenement Museum showcases the stories of the immigrants and migrants (移民) who came to America between the 1860s and the 1980s. See how they pursued the “American dream.” Their determination and endless desire to carve out a better life not only reflects the depths of the human spirit, but also how America came to be the country it is today.
National Museum of the American Indian
Located in Washington, D.C., the National Museum of the American Indian contains one of the world’s largest collections of native artifacts (手工艺品), photographs and documents. Featuring both ongoing and temporary exhibits, the museum documents many ways American Indians integrated into American history and culture.
Mississippi Civil Rights Museum
The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum in Jackson features eight galleries filled with interactive exhibits that tell the stories of black Mississippians and their fight for equality from 1945 to 1976. You’ll hear the stories of Medgar Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Vernon Dahmer, and you’ll also hear about many men, women and children who fought to be recognized as equals. Artifacts include a “colored” entrance sign, the gun used to shoot Evers, a burned cross, and a button from the 1966 March Against Fear.
The National WWII Museum
In New Orleans’ No. 1 attraction, the National WWII Museum, visitors can see why World War II was fought, explore key moments such as D-Day and the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and put themselves in the shoes of those who had to make difficult decisions during the war. You even can take a 4D journey through the war in “Beyond All Boundaries.”
1. Which museum best suits visitors interested in ongoing and temporary exhibits?| A．Tenement Museum. | B．National Museum of the American Indian. |
| C．Mississippi Civil Rights Museum. | D．The National WWII Museum. |
| A．He organized the1966 March Against Fear. |
| B．He joined the army and fought in World War II. |
| C．He laid down his own life in the fight for equality. |
| D．He immigrated to the US to pursue his American dream. |
| A．To recommend people to visit the museums. |
| B．To make a comparison of the four museums. |
| C．To remind readers never to forget our past history. |
| D．To share his own experiences in visiting the museums. |
8 . This is shaping up to be a big year for US theme parks — and we’re not just talking about Disney. From coast to coast, theme parks are opening exciting new rides for people.
Legoland New York Resort
Over Memorial Day weekend, Legoland opened its newest attraction: a Lego-themed water playground where families can play water, slide and beat the heat. There is also a nearby changing area so you can take off your wet swimsuit when you’re ready to head for the park’s land-based attractions.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Though the land has only one ride, Super Nintendo World has more than enough to keep you busy after you race to the finish. Throughout the land, there are interactive challenges where you can collect digital coins and try to secure a top score. You will also find all the souvenirs and clothing you need to complete your experience.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
The Serengeti Flyer swing ride is currently the world’s tallest and fastest ride of its kind. You’ll rise rapidly above zebras, giraffes and other animals that reside in the park’s 65-acre Serengeti Plain. Because of its extreme nature, the ride has a 48-inch (英寸) minimum (最小的) height requirement.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s newest coaster (过山车) will have guests racing through the dark while attempting to escape a castle. DarKoaster is a fully indoor coaster with ride vehicles designed to look like snowmobiles. You’ll need them to travel through the strange snowstorm inside the castle.
1. What can visitors do at Legoland New York Resort?| A．Play water. | B．Collect digital coins. |
| C．Experience a snowstorm. | D．Take the world’s tallest ride. |
| A．Great love for animals. | B．Wearing special clothes. |
| C．The company of family. | D．Being at least 48 inches in height. |
| A．Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. | B．Busch Gardens Williamsburg. |
| C．Legoland New York Resort. | D．Universal Studios Hollywood. |
9 . Four National Parks in California
Channel Islands National Park
Channel Islands National Park includes five remarkable islands and their ocean environment, preserving and protecting a wealth of natural and cultural resources. Isolation over thousands of years has created unique animals, plants, and archaeological resources.
Death Valley National Park
In this below-sea-level basin, steady drought and record summer heat make Death Valley National Park a land of extremes. Yet, each extreme has a striking contrast. Towering peaks are frosted with winter snow. Rare rainstorms bring vast fields of wildflowers. Despite its frightening name, lush oases (绿洲) harbor tiny fish and provide shelters for wildlife and humans.
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
Located in the Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park offers visitors the sights, sounds, smells and stories of Pacific Coast maritime history. The Park includes a magnificent fleet of historic ships, a Visitor Center, Maritime Museum, Maritime Research Center, and Aquatic Park Historic District.
Yosemite National Park
Not just a great valley, but a shrine (圣地) to human foresight. Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls when making a comparison to other national parks, and you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, a vast wilderness area, and much more.
1. What do Channel Islands National Park and San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park have in common?| A．They both have a visitor center. |
| B．They both provide outdoor and indoor activities. |
| C．They are both famous for their natural attractions for visitors. |
| D．They both have historic significance to California. |
| A．Typical extreme temperature. | B．Deep valleys. |
| C．Spectacular waterfalls. | D．Rich and unique plants. |
| A．A history book. | B．A tourist magazine. |
| C．A novel. | D．A biography. |
1. What attracts Tom to watch Heartland probably?
| A．The touching plots. | B．The exciting story. | C．The peaceful lifestyle. |
| A．It’s tough. | B．It’s simple. | C．It’s boring. |
| A．In the city. | B．In the town. | C．In the countryside. |
