1 . At West Exe School, students have access to a wide range of electronic resources to support heir progress through the curriculum. Below are a range of resources, with a brief introduction of what they are. If you have any questions regarding E-Learning, please do not hesitate to contact Toby Holland who will be able to help you.
Electronic Resources
| Type | Brief introduction |
| Class Charts | Class Charts is the one-stop shop for students, parents and teachers to add and track homework, merits and performances. More details can be available by calling 88097144 |
| Moodle | Moodle is our online learning platform which provides students with a means by which to access lesson content for some subjects, especially math at home. |
| Heggarty Maths | Heggarty Maths is used to provide students with engaging mathematical challenges. These are largely set for homework and involve watching video content. |
| Lexia | Lexia is being used by the English department to improve literacy across the school. This highly effective online learning programme is widely considered to be the best of its kind. Lexia Strategies can be accessed here: http ://wwwlexiastrategies.com/ |
| Tassomai | Tassomai is a highly effective, adaptive learning platform for Science. Many schools that have used this platform have seen gains of up to 2 grades in Science through the platform’s engaging design and content. |
| A．Class Charts. | B．Moodle. | C．Lexia. | D．Tassomai. |
| A．Turn to Tony Holland for help. | B．Call West Exe School directly. |
| C．Read the brief introduction in detail. | D．Surf the web for further information. |
| A．Heggarty Maths. | B．Lexia. | C．Tassomai. | D．Moodle. |
2 . Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS) is the oldest and most important science research competition for high school students all over the nation. Started in 1942, Regeneron STS recognizes and empowers most promising young scientists. Each year, nearly 2,000 students enter Regeneron STS. The competition awards 300 student scholars and their schools annually and invites 40 student finalists to Washington, D. C. to participate in final judging. Regeneron STS provides an important platform for their original research which is examined and reviewed by professional scientists.
What are the requirements?●Applicants must be over 13 years of age and have legal parental permission to submit (提交) the application and participate, or be 18 years of age or older;
●Applicants must complete individual research projects to enter Regeneron STS. Research conducted as part of a pre-collegiate student team project is not qualified for Regeneron STS;
●Applicants must submit application package through our online system, and must not have entered any previous Regeneron STS.
What are the core components of an application?●Essays, short answer responses, activities and basic information;
●Scientific Research Report (maximum 20-page research paper about one of the applicant’s original research projects);
●Recommendations submitted by adults;
●Test Scores (optional).
What could the applicants win?●PARTICIPATION AWARDS: All competitors will receive a T-shirt, laptop stickers, and a free one-year subscription to Science News magazine.
●SCHOLAR AWARDS: Each of the 300 scholars will receive a $2,000award.
●SCHOOL AWARDS: The schools of each scholar will receive $2,000 per scholar. The award is intended to contribute to excellence in science, math and/or engineering education at the school.
●FINALIST AWARDS: Judges select 40 finalists from among the scholars. In addition to an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D. C., finalists receive a minimum award of $25,000.
1. From Paragraph 1, we know that Regeneron STS ________.| A．was started before the 1940s |
| B．recognizes 40 scholars every year |
| C．is a platform for professional scientists |
| D．is a nationwide science research competition |
| A．be over 18 years old |
| B．submit applications online |
| C．have entered Regeneron STS before |
| D．have completed the research for a team project |
| A．Each finalist. | B．Each participant. |
| C．Each scholar. | D．Each of the scholars’ school. |
3 . 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.
Join NJBG Today
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. |
4 . 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. |
5 . 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. |
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. |
