1 . Wonder Plates

A unique, personalized gift!

Wonder Plates offers you a unique gift opportunity-a personalized ceramic(陶瓷的)plate! Each plate contains a special message from you to your best friend or loved one. All you have to do is follow these three steps:

Step 1

On an A4 sheet of paper write a personal message. Write it exactly as you want it to appear on the plate. We recommend a typewritten printout. The message should not be more than 50 words.

Step 2

Select one of our 10 plate color options and a design from one of our 12 design patterns.

Step 3

Sign the attached form, enclose your personal message, and send these to us together with your payment. Please send only money orders or cheques. Do not send cash.

Charges

The charge for a standard-sized plate is $ 20 regardless of the color you choose. A fixed charge of $100 per plate for the design and printing of the message is also payable. For orders of two to four plates, customers may get a 15% discount. For orders of five to ten plates, the cost of per plate is reduced to $12 and the design and printing of the message is just $75 per plate.

Delivery

Once we receive your order and payment, your plate(s)will be sent via regular mail. Delivery can be expected within 14 business days. If you require a faster delivery time, please fill in the Urgent Form and send an additional $30(guaranteed 3-day delivery). We guarantee your satisfaction, but if for some reason you are not satisfied with our product or service, please fill in the Consumer Feedback Form and send it to our Customer Service department. Alternatively, you may call one of our friendly Customer Service Officers at 122523.

1. What are you supposed to do to get a made-to-order plate?

A．Pay in the form of cheques on delivery.

B．Type your message and send it by e-mail.

C．Write a maximum of 50 words on an A4 sheet of paper.

D．Choose your favorite design and color from 12 options.

2. What is the charge for eight ceramic plates?

A．$696.

B．$800.

C．$816.

D．$960.

3. What can be learned about the delivery?

A．You can receive your order in two weeks.

B．If not satisfied with the plates you’ve received, you need to call 122523.

C．Your order will be sent by express once it is received.

D．Your order is available within 3 days on condition that you pay another $30.

2 . The Lake District Attractions Guide

Lowther Castle & Gardens

Unique historic restoration project;130 acres of wild gardens dating from the 17th century to explore,and a beautiful architectural castle ruin,period summerhouses,panoramic lakeland views. and wild play areas.Restored stable courtyard cafe,gift shop and gallery.

Open:Daily from 10:00 to 17:00(16:00 in winter).

Lakeland Climbing Centre

We are one of the UK's largest indoor aerial adventure Centres offering climbing and aerial activities for all the family(5 years +).Our award-winning Centre contains Kendal Wall(tallest wall in the country),awesome bouldering rooms,CrazyClimb and Skyline Indoor Aerial Adventure. Free car parking.Pre-booking recommended.

Open:Mon to Fri 10:00-22:00. Sat,Sun& BHa:10:00-19:00(10:00-17:00 May to Aug).

Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry

This atmospheric museum takes you buck through time to explore the story of the lake District and its inhabitants. Discover the unique traditions of the region through recreated period rooms and workshops lost trades to see how rural people lived,worked and played.

Open;Monday to Saturday and Summer Sundays.

10:30-17:00 Summer.10:30-16:00 Winter.

1. When is the Lowther Castle & Gardens open in Winter?

A．10:30-16:00.

B．10:00-16:00.

C．10:30-17:00.

D．10:00-17:00.

2. What can visitors do at Lakeland Climbing Centre?

A．Buy some gifts in a gift shop.

B．Climb the tallest wall in the world.

C．Go on an indoor aerial adventure.

D．Explore the story of the inhabitants.

3. Where should visitors go if they want to discover the unique traditions of Lake District?

A．Lowther Castle&Gardens.

B．Lakeland Climbing Centre.

C．Skyline Indoor Aerial Adventure.

D．Museum of Lakeland Life &Industry.

3 . Because of the spread of COVID-19, many students are forced to study at home. But parents are worried about how their children can learn more efficiently. The following websites might give you a clue.

Scratch

With Scratch, you can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations — and share your creations with others in the online community. Scratch can be downloaded free of charge. Scratch is designed especially for ages 8 to 16, but is used by people of all ages. Scratch is used in more than 150 different countries and available in more than 40 languages.

Mr. Bob

Mr. Bob is a science teacher, author, maker, and presenter that knows how to share the world of science. Bob encourages parents and teachers to practice Random Acts of Science by providing instructions and videos for interactive science experiments on his website. Bob has also coauthored a very popular series of science adventure books for kids.

Oxford Owl for School

Oxford Owl for School is home to online teaching, learning and assessment resources and expert support for primary schools. Free teaching, learning and assessment resources are provided, including book recommendations, storytelling videos, activity sheets and teaching notes. With a library of free, tablet-friendly eBooks, you’ll find the perfect eBook for every pupil.

The National Geographic Society

The National Geographic Society is a global nonprofit organization to explore and protect our planet. We fund hundreds of research and conservation projects around the world each year and inspire new generations. Our yellow border serves to explore the farthest reaches of the Earth and beyond. We reach millions of people around the world, with our television networks in 172 countries and our publications available in 41 languages.

1. Which website is most suitable for science lovers?

A．Scratch.	B．Mr. Bob.
C．Oxford Owl for School.	D．The National Geographic Society.

2. What is special about Oxford Owl for School?

A．It owns a library in America.	B．It offers materials for students only.
C．It provides online books for free.	D．It is suitable for students of all ages.

3. What do Scratch and the National Geographic Society have in common?

A．They have users worldwide.	B．They choose books for kids to read.
C．They are designed especially for kids.	D．They are both nonprofit organizations.

4 . THE MOST ANTICIPATED MOVIES OF 2020

Welcome to the year when your patience finally pays off. The movies 2020 is offering have us almost hyperventilating - mostly because it feels like we’ve been waiting forever for many of them to land in theaters.

The Grudge

Directed by: Nicolas Pesce

Opening on: January 3,2020

A remake of the American remake of the Japanese horror favorite, Grudge once again focuses on a vengeful ghost with a long memory. Critical darling Andrea Riseborough stars, and director Nicolas Pesce has some form: critics called his The Eyes of My Mother a haunting slasher.

Weathering with You

Directed by: Makoto Shinkai

Opening on: January 17,2020

The latest animated adventure from Makoto Shinkai, the acclaimed director of Your Name, centers on a pair of teens, one of whom can control the weather, who meet and form a bond with each other, before one of them reveals a secret that will change both of them forever.

The Gentlemen

Directed by: Guy Ritchie

Opening on: January 24,2020

After a bit of a departure with 2019’s live-action Aladdin remake, Guy Ritchie returns to his roots with this British gangster tale about an American expat ( Matthew McConaughey) with a weed empire in London whose imminent retirement from the business spawns a criminal free-for-all for his territory. Fans of Ritchie’s early work are excited to see him at the helm of another crime caper, and it’s hard to beat the sight of a slimy-looking Hugh Grant playing against type’

The Rhythm Section

Directed by: Reed Morano

Opening on: January 31,2020

Blake Lively stars in the latest troubled female assassin movie, based on the eponymous novel by Mark Burnell. She plays Stephanie Patrick, a plane crash survivor who wants to get to the bottom of the disaster that killed her family and discovers it was no accident, which sets her on a path of revenge.

1. Who is a horror movie director?

A．Nicolas Pesce.	B．Makoto Shinkai.
C．Guy Ritchie.	D．Reed Morano.

2. Which movie is adapted from a novel?

A．The Grudge.	B．Weathering with You.
C．The Gentlemen.	D．The Rhythm Section.

3. What can we infer from the text?

A．The Grudge is the first remake of a Japanese movie.

B．Weathering with You may appeal to children.

C．The Gentlemen is based on a real story.

D．Blake Lively’s parents were murdered.