1 . Visit National Museum of China
The NMC in Beijing is a world-class museum that displays five thousand years of splendid Chinese civilization.
Getting Here
No.16 East Chang’an Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100006
Bus Route:
You can take the No.1, No.2, No.52, No.82, No.120 buses, or Sightseeing Line 2, Tourist Bus Line 1 and Line 2 and get off at Tian’anmen East Station.
Metro:
You can take Metro Line 1, get off at Tian’anmen East Station, and exit the station through Exit C or D.
Admission
The NMC opens to the public from Tuesday to Sunday and closes on Monday (except for public holidays). Its opening hours are from 9:00 to 17:30 (last admission at 16:30).
According to the regulations on conducting regular epidemic prevention, all visitors must make online appointments (with different time interval available). Please make your appointments 1-7 days in advance and plan your visit properly.
We welcome visitors to make online appointments through our official website or official WeChat platform.
Official Website: https://ticket.chnmuseum.cn/yuyue/index
Official WeChat Platform: Please scan the QR code below, scroll down and click “Visits”, and access the “Reservation” page.
Inquiries: 010-65116400 (9:00-16:30) 
Notice to Visitors
Valid ID documents are required to enter the museum during the opening hours. Visitors must go through security check. Restricted items or animals such as dogs and cats are prohibited. Applications must be filed for organizing activities in the museum such as lectures, surveys and video recordings, and the activities can be organized only upon approval.
For more information, click here http://en.chnumuseum.cn.
1. Where is this text probably taken from?| A．A newspaper. | B．A text book. |
| C．An official website. | D．An academic article. |
| A．Two. | B．Three. | C．Four. | D．Five. |
| A．Pass the security check. | B．Organize any kind of activity. |
| C．Enter the museum at noon. | D．Explore the museum with pets. |
2 . King’s College Summer School
King’s College Summer School is an annual training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King’s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year’s summer school will be from July 25 to August 15. More information is as follows:
| Application date ⚫ Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2023. ⚫ Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2023. ⚫ Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2023. | Courses ⚫ English Language Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours ⚫ American History: 16 hours ⚫ American Culture: 16 hours |
| Steps ⚫ A letter of self-introduction ⚫ A letter of recommendation The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. | Cost ⚫ Daily lessons: $200 ⚫ Sports and activities: $100 ⚫ Travels: $200 ⚫ Hotel service: $400 You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city. |
| Please write to: Thompson, Sanders 1026 King’s Street New York, NY 10016, USA E-mail: KC-Summer-School@yahoo.com | |
| A．Only top students can take part in the program. |
| B．Only the teachers of King’s College give courses. |
| C．King’s College Summer School is run every other year. |
| D．Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program. |
| A．$200 | B．$400 | C．$500 | D．$900 |
| A．The program will last two months. |
| B．You can write to Thompson only in English. |
| C．You can get in touch with the school by e-mail or by telephone. |
| D．As a Chinese student, you can send your application on July 14, 2023. |
3 . Summer Classes at the Community Center
The Community Center is offering adult summer classes again this year.The schedule(时间表)includes classes in basic computer skills，painting，drawing，and dance.
Registration
There are two ways to register for classes：
Go to our website：www.cc.org/classes/summerschedule. Click on “Class Descriptions”to see a full listing of the classes this summer.Decide which class or classes you are interested in.
Then click on “Register Now” and a registration form will appear.Complete the form and work out the amount of money you should pay for your classes.This will include the cost of your classes plus a $15 registration fee(费用)．Any material fees will be payable to the instructor on the first day of class.In addition，if your address is outside of the city，you will pay an additional fee of $25 per class.
Fill in your credit card(信用卡)information and click “Send Now”．You will receive registration confirmation by email.
If you do not have access to a computer，you can call the Community Center at 8725555068 to request a class schedule and registration form.Choose your classes from the schedule，complete the form，and return it by mail with your credit card information.
Withdrawal(退学)Policy
Full refunds（退款），minus(减去)the $25 registration fee，will be given for any withdrawals made up to one week before the class begins.Withdrawals made before the start of the second class will receive a 50 percent refund，minus the registration fee.No refunds will be made after the start of the second class.
Classes offered by the Community Center are for adults only.You must be eighteen years of age or older to participate.Classes for children and teens are offered through the City Department of Recreation.
1. Who can take part in the Community Center summer classes?| A．Citizens only. | B．Adults only. |
| C．High schoolers. | D．Children and teens. |
| A．Pay a $25 registration fee. |
| B．Sign up for classes online. |
| C．Provide your credit card information. |
| D．Pay material fees before the class begins. |
| A．None. | B．$15. | C．A full refund. | D．A 50 percent refund. |
4 . The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (the Hall of Fame for short ) is a fantastic destination for basketball lovers. Each year, several thousand visitors crowd into this birthplace of basketball.
Ticket Information
Admission to the Hall of Fame (as of 2019) is $24 for people aged over 16, $16 for youths aged from 5 to 16 and free for children under age 5. Make a reservation in advance. For more information, please call 1-877-466-6831.
Travelling from All Directions
The Hall of Fame is conveniently located within driving distance from Boston, Albany, Vermont and New York. For more information about the transportation, call 1-877-446-6755.
Dates and Hours of Operation
The Hall of Fame is open Wednesday through Sunday from late November through March 31 and daily the rest of the year. Hours are from 10 am to 4 pm (Friday through Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm). It is wise to confirm hours of operation ahead of your visit. Just call 1-877-466-6752.
A Friendly Reminder
1. No food and beverage inside of the hall.
2. Backpacks and any large bags are not permitted inside of the hall unless needed for medical reasons.
3. If you wish to participate in shooting baskets on Center Court, please wear proper footwear. Also, contests of any kind and half court shots are not allowed for everyone’s safety.
1. Which number should you call if you want to fly to the Hall of Fame?| A．1-877-466-6752. | B．1-877-466-6831. | C．1-877-446-6768. | D．1-877-446-6755. |
| A．At 4:30 pm, Saturday, Nov. 29th. | B．At 5: 30 pm, Monday, May. 12th. |
| C．At 8:00 am, Tuesday, Apr.1st. | D．At 9: 30am, Sunday, Dec. 20th. |
| A．Take photos inside the Hall. |
| B．Take hamburgers into the Hall. |
| C．Bring a big bag to care for a patient. |
| D．Participate in shooting contests on Center Court. |
5 . Metro Pocket Guide
Metrorail(地铁)
Each passenger needs a farecard to enter and go out. Up to two children under age five may travel free with a paying customer.
Farecard machines are in every station. Bring small bills because there are no change machines in the stations and farecard machines only provide up to $5 in change.
Get one day of unlimited Metrorail rides with a One Day Pass. Buy it from a farecard machine in Metro stations. Use it after 9：30 am until closing on weekdays, and all day on weekends and holidays.
Hours_of_service
Open: 5 am Mon.—Fri. 7 am Sat.—Sun.
Close: midnight Sun.—Thur. 3 am Fri.—Sat. nights
Last train times vary. To avoid missing the last train, please check the last train times posted in stations.
Metrobus
When paying with exact change, the fare is $1.35. When paying with a SmarTrip® card, the fare is $1.25.
Fares_for_senior/disabled_customers
Senior citizens 65 and older and disabled customers may ride for half the regular fare. On Metrorail and Metrobus, use a senior/disabled farecard or SmarTrip® card. For more information about buying senior/disabled farecards, SmarTrip® cards and passes, please visit MetroOpensDoors.com or call 2026377000 and 2026378000.
Senior citizens and disabled customers can get free guide on how to use proper Metrobus and Metrorail services by calling 2029621100.
Travel_tips(提示)
•Avoid riding during weekday rush periods—before 9：30 am and between 4 and 6 pm.
•If you lose something on a bus or train or in a station, please call Lost & Found at 2029621195.
1. What should you know about farecard machines?| A．They start selling tickets at 9：30 am. |
| B．They are connected to change machines. |
| C．They offer special service to the elderly. |
| D．They make change for no more than $5. |
| A．At midnight. | B．At 3 am. |
| C．At 5 am. | D．At 7 pm. |
| A．It is convenient for old people. |
| B．It saves money for its users. |
| C．It can be bought at any time. |
| D．It is sold on the Internet. |
Sec.11-1-1
A.Purpose and Definition．
In order to prevent the parks, parkways, and recreational facilities within the City from injury or damage, these regulations are enacted(制定).The term "park" used in this Chapter shall include all grounds, buildings, and watercourses which are located within any area for the public use as a park, parkway, or recreational facility.
B.Specific Regulations
1.Littering No person shall throw any rubbish, earth, or other material in any park.
2.Pets. Dogs, cats, or other pets are forbidden in all city parks, unless permitted by the Parks and Recreation Board. Excepted from the forbidding are animals specifically trained to assist the disabled.
3.Fires. No person shall start，tend，or maintain a fire except in personal grills(烤架)or specific fireplaces. Personal grills shall be used in specific picnic areas only. All fires should be thoroughly extinguished before leaving the area. Unburned fuel and ashes shall be got rid of in such a manner as to prevent damage to any park property.
4.Park Property. No person shall kill, injure, or disturb birds or animals within any park. No person shall cut down, or damage in any manner any tree, shrub, flower, soil, fountain, building, or other park property.
5.Vehicles. All motorized vehicles are limited in specific parking areas, roads, and drives. Speed limit is 15mph.Snowmobiles are not allowed.
6.Park Hours. Subject to certain exceptions, all city parks shall be closed to persons from 9:00 p.m.to 7:00 a.m. the following day. The exceptions are:
a）Persons launching or loading a boat at a public dock(码头).
b）The hiking paths are closed from 9:00 p.m.to 6:00 a.m.
c）Scheduled athletic games at least halfway concluded by 9:00 p.m. shall be allowed to continue at Cutler Park until 12:00 a.m.
1. According to the text, what are you permitted to do in the park?
| A．Pick flowers. | B．Trap squirrels. |
| C．Have a barbecue in specific areas. | D．Begin baseball games at 9:30p.m. |
| A．To tell a story. | B．To inform readers. |
| C．To persuade people to visit the park. | D．To convince readers of an opinion. |
| A．A guidebook of a city. | B．An introduction to parks. |
| C．An environmental report. | D．A government document. |
7 . Want a family-friendly spot? Don’t miss the followings!
Railroad Museum of Long Island
The Railroad Museum (200 New Hwy., Commack) highlights the LIRR’s rich history. Families can learn about the Island’s railroad heritage as well as checking out various restored train cars on displays.
Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum
Head to the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum (301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor) to learn about historic marine life. The museum’s aim is to inform and encourage members and visitors to make informed decisions about marine life through exhibits about their environmental significance on Long Island. Some exhibit favorites include a fully-equipped 19th century whaleboat with original gear, tools used by whalers, the jaw of a whale and a diorama (透景画) of Cold Spring Harbor in 1850. Visitors can touch whale bones or partake in family workshops filled with toys, puzzles and games.
American Airpower Museum
The goal of American Airpower Museum (1230 New Hwy, Farmingdale) is to preserve the legacy (遗产) of all Americans who sacrificed themselves to defend our liberties. They seek to educate new generations about their courage and heroism by presenting armor(盔甲) in the museum through displays, exhibits and programs.
Cradle of Aviation Museum
Air and space is a fascinating topic for some kids, and the Cradle of Aviation (Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Garden City) features more than 75 air and spacecraft, a dozen cockpits and 30 hands-on exhibits in nine galleries. A favorite among kids is the Sesame Street show featuring Big Bird, Elmo and more as they learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the sun and the moon.
1. Which museum offers us a chance to appreciate a variety of air and spacecraft?| A．Railroad Museum of Long Island. | B．Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum. |
| C．American Airpower Museum. | D．Cradle of Aviation Museum. |
| A．Go hunting for free. | B．Play with the whale. |
| C．Learn the life of sea animals now. | D．Observe a well-reserved whaleboat. |
| A．Commack. | B．Garden City. | C．Cold Spring Harbor. | D．Farmingdale. |
8 . There are thirty-four bridges on the Thames River in London, the following are among the most famous ones.
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge has stood over the River Thames in London since 1894 and is one of the finest, most recognizable bridges in the World. It is the bridge in London you may see in movies and on advertising writing for London. Tower Bridge is the only Thames Bridge that can be raised. It used to be raised about 50 times a day, but nowadays it is only raised 4 to 5 times a week.
London Bridge
The construction of the first stone London Bridge started in 1176 and finished years later. Houses and shops were once built on the bridge, which made the road so narrow that it was often jammed with people, horses and carts. A ‘keep left’ rule was made in 1733 to keep the traffic moving. This became the rule of the road in Britain. In 1757 the old bridge was pulled down and a new one was built in 1831. Interestingly, that one was pulled down again in 1967 but rebuilt in Lake Havasu City, USA, as a tourist attraction. The present London Bridge was opened in 1973.
Millennium Bridge
The Millennium Bridge is a bridge for walkers. It was built to connect the Tate Modern Art Gallery to the City and St Paul’s Cathedral (圣保罗大教堂) in 2000. Thousands of people rushed to see the new bridge. Almost immediately after opening, the bridge had to be shut because of the dangerous waving caused by too many visitors. It has now been reopened. The bridge is about 320 meters, costs 16 million pounds to build and only takes walkers.
Westminster Bridge
Westminster Bridge is a road and foot traffic bridge over the River Thames between Westminster and Lambeth. The present bridge, opened in 1862, is the second on the site and took the place of an earlier bridge opened in 1750. The British romantic poet, William Wordsworth, wrote a famous poem “Composed Upon Westminster Bridge” in the autumn of 1802.
Want to know more about the bridges on the Thames River? Click here www.bridgesinbritain.com.
1. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?| A．The 1831 London Bridge is now in the USA. |
| B．Tower Bridge is much less frequently lifted today than before. |
| C．Cars and buses are not allowed to cross Millennium Bridge. |
| D．Westminster Bridge is for walkers only. |
| A．school report | B．website article |
| C．teenage magazine | D．science fiction |
| A．William Wordsworth wrote many poems of the bridges on the Thames River. |
| B．Millennium Bridge wasn’t built strong enough so that it had to be pulled down and rebuilt. |
| C．That all the traffic is kept left in Britain was from a rule of an old London Bridge. |
| D．Tower Bridge is the symbol of London because it is the first bridge on the Thames River. |
9 . Eight days for just ¥ 12,000
Departs: May, October 2017
Includes:
• Return flights from 6 China’s airports to Naples
• Return airport to hotel transport
• Seven nights’ accommodation at the 3 star Hotel Nice
• Breakfast
• The service of guides
• Government taxes
Join us for a wonderful holiday in one of the Europe’s most wonderful comers—Naples in Italy if you want to have a nice time in a beautiful small quiet place. The ancient Romans called the city “happy land” with attractive coastline, colorful towns, splendid views and the warm Mediterranean Sea. Your best choice for a truly memorable holiday!
Choose between the peaceful traditional villages of Sant’ Agata, set on a hillside six miles away from Sorrento, or the more lively and well-known international resort town of Sorrento, with wonderful views over the Bay of Naples.
Breathtaking scenery, famous sights and European restaurants everywhere. From the mysterious Isle of Capri to the hunting ruins of Pompeii, and from the unforgettable “Amalfi Drive” to the delightful resorts of Positano, Sorrento and Ravello, the area is a feast for the eyes! Join us and you won’t be disappointed!
Price based on two tourists sharing a double room at the Hotel Nice. A single room, another ¥ 2,000. A group often college students, ¥ 10,000 for each.
Like to know more? Telephone Newmarket Air Holidays Ltd on: 0845-226-7788 (All calls charged at local rates).
1. All the following are included in the price of ¥ 12,000 EXCEPT .| A．transport between the airport and the hotel |
| B．telephone calls made by tourists |
| C．the service of guides to tourists |
| D．double rooms for every two tourists |
| A．Amalfi. | B．Sant’ Agata. |
| C．Pompeii. | D．Sorrento. |
| A．¥ 12,000 | B．¥ 10,000 |
| C．¥ 2,000 | D．¥ 14,000 |
| A．Potential tourists. | B．College students. |
| C．Quiet people. | D．Old people |
| (China Daily, March 3, 1996) the biggest shopping center will open on March 8．Every body with today's China Daily will get a small present that day. You are welcome. Telephone: 38990688; address: No. 6 Xidan Road …… |
| (ENGLISH NEWSPAPER, March 19) English Newspaper needs a foreign editor. He (She ) must have worked in China for more than 2 years. British nationality is necessary. The salary is $ 100,000 a year. The term is 3 years. In ten days this piece of advertisement will not be useful. Telephone: 3890666; addresses: No. 6 Xinling Road … |
| (CHINA FOOTBALL, February 3, 1996) Shanghai Shenhua Team Vs Beijing Guo'an Team TIME: February 8．Sunday (3:00) PLACE: Hongkou Stadium TICKET PRICE; RMB 25 yuan (for adults ) RMB 15 yuan (for students) NAME: China Cup Football Contest COACHES: Xu Genbao, Jin Zhiyang … |
1. If an Englishman who has worked in China for 3 years comes to English Newspaper office to ask for the job in April, he will _____.
| A．get the job | B．not get the job |
| C．be a good editor | D．not be useful |
| A．165 | B．135 | C．196 | D．255 |
| A．The shopping center is at NO. 6 Xidan road. |
| B．The telephone number of English Newspaper is 3890666. |
| C．The match was between Beijing Team and Guo'an Team. |
| D．Xu Genbao is a coach. |
