1 . Last Friday, Britain’s Prince William announced the winners of this year’s Earthshot Prize. The prize is meant to encourage new ideas and rapid action to help protect the planet. Below are parts of this year’s prize-winning projects in each category.
Protect and Restore Nature
Kheyti won the prize for protecting and restoring nature with its “Greenhouse-in-a-box” idea. Kheyti is already working with 1, 000 farmers across India, which is one of the most climate-affected countries in the world. The company says the greenhouses allow farmers to use 90% less water and produce seven times as much food. Kheyti hopes to get its greenhouses to 50,000 farmers by 2027.
Clean Our Air
Charlot Magayi won the prize for cleaning the air. Ms. Magayi developed a stove (炉子) that uses a fuel that’s cheaper and pollutes far less than charcoal stoves. Currently, over 200,000 of her Clean Stoves are being used in Kenya.
Build a Waste-Free World
A London-based company called Notpla(for “Not Plastic”)won the prize for building a waste-free world. They’ve created a plastic substitute(替代品)from plants found in the ocean. Unlike most plastic, their products break down naturally with no microplastics. Notpla believes their products can help end the plastic pollution that’s filling landfills and polluting oceans.
Fix Our Climate
The Earthshot Prize for working toward fixing our climate went to a company called 44.01 from Oman. 44.01 has come up with a way to turn polluting carbon dioxide(CO2)into a rock called peridotite. Once the CO2 has been turned into rock, it can no longer be released into the atmosphere again. The method that 44.01 uses is fast, cheap and permanent.
1. What is the aim of the Earthshot Prize?| A．To offer practical advice on global warming. |
| B．To find solutions to the environmental problems. |
| C．To develop a strategic partnership with all parties. |
| D．To encourage literary creations of the British people. |
| A．In India. | B．In Kenya. | C．In the UK. | D．In Oman. |
| A．They want to build a waste-free world. |
| B．Their projects are directly good for farmers. |
| C．Their achievements benefit the air cleaning. |
| D．They use plants from the ocean in their products. |
2 . It’s time to share the winners of this year’s Invent It Challenge! Here are our four winners of the first round!
Glo Zone (Ages 5-7 Individual Winner)
Kabir from California came up with this cool invention after a not-so-fun experience. He was hit by four adults on a ski trip! To make skiing and snowboarding safe for nighttime (especially for smaller kids)， he created Glo Zone，a fun glowing(发光的)rainbow umbrella that is attached to skiers’ helmets.
ProTech Helmet (Ages 11-13 Individual Winner)
Pooja from New Jersey has created a light, safe helmet designed for playing frisbee (飞盘)!She came up with the idea after getting hit right under the eye at a frisbee competition and realizing she could get blinded if it were any higher. The ProTech Helmet has a lining(衬里) made of a new technology called Spin.
Ace Attachment (Ages 8-10 Team Winner)
Levi and Albert from New York dealt with helping people with disabilities enjoy sports. The Ace Attachment makes it easier for wheelchair users to play golf. Unlike similar inventions, the Ace Attachment is easily adjustable.
Skate Shoes “DOOD” (Ages 14+ Individual Winner)
It’s the worst when you ruin your favorite pair of shoes! Fortunately, Rommel from Mexico has come up with new skate shoes. These shoes have exchangeable parts that allow pieces of the shoes to be replaced with new ones when broken instead of getting rid of the whole pair.
Cast your vote!
Which of these fantastic inventions will you choose to win the Cricket Choice Award? While they are all outstanding, only one can win the popular vote! Cast your vote here by May 16!
1. What do Kabir’s and Pooja’s inventions have in common?| A．They are new-type helmets. |
| B．They are targeted at the same sport. |
| C．They are designed for teenagers of the same age group. |
| D．They are inspired by the inventors’ experience of getting hit. |
| A．It is disability-friendly. |
| B．It features replaceable parts. |
| C．It involves a new technology called Spin. |
| D．It enables wheelchair users to enjoy sports. |
| A．A short story about young inventors. | B．An introduction to a competition. |
| C．An award voting invitation. | D．A winner announcement. |
3 . Bantham Beach, Devon
The South Devon coast is knee-deep in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Bantham is a golden bank of sand. There are rock pools for younger children and for their elders. This is one of the county’s favourite surfing beaches.
The 14th-century Sloop Inn (01548-560489, sloopatbantham. co. uk) has summer doubles from ￡145 per night (and it’s only a couple of hundred yards to the beach).
Camber Sands, East Sussex
Head to the western end of the overflow car park and then it’s a pleasant walk through dunes (沙丘) to your own private area on the endless sands.
If you haven’t bought a picnic, the village’s Rye Bay Cafe is good for lunch and the nearby Rye Bay Nature Reserve provides walking, cycling and bird watching options.
Charming double rooms at The Galivant (01797-225057, thegalivant. co. uk) start at￡115 per night.
Aberdour Silver Sands, Fife
This small, rural, sandy beach is beside woodland and offers dreamy views out to the islands of Inchmickery and Inchcolm.
The Fife coastal path passes through and there’s a good walking road following the cliff top to Hawkcraig with views across the River Forth to Edinburgh.
Lunch at Sands Beachfront Cafe and book a room at Forth View Hotel (01383-860402, forthviewhotel. co. uk), where doubles cost from￡85 per night.
Druridge Bay, Northumberland
Druridge Bay has 99 acres of golden, sweeping sands. The kids can explore the towering grassland dunes that shelter the bay, and just 300 yards from the beach is the Druridge Bay County Park and Visitor Centre with wildlife displays and play areas.
Food can be had at the Widdrington Inn (eight miles away) while Eshott Hall (01670-787454, eshotthall. co. uk) has doubles from￡120 per night.
1. Where will you go if you are interested in wildlife displays?| A．Bantham Beach, Devon | B．Camber Sands, East Sussex |
| C．Aberdour Silver Sands, Fife | D．Druridge Bay, Northumberland |
| A．Surfing in rock pools. | B．Watching birds. | C．Playing in a park. | D．Exploring islands. |
| A．Sloop Inn. | B．The Galivant. | C．Forth View Hotel. | D．Eshott Hall. |
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6 . The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Hours: 9:30 a.m.—5:00 p.m. daily
Closed: January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
Driving
Plan extra driving time for your visit. The area surrounding the museum will be busy before being opened. We advise you to arrive a few hours before or several hours after the opening time to avoid high traffic times.
Directions
From the 110 Freeway, take the Exposition Boulevard exit and head west toward Vermont Avenue. Turn left on Bill Robertson Lane. The museum’s newly opened Car Park will be on your left hand side and cost $12.
Parking
The museum’s parking lot fills up quickly on game days. We suggest arriving early in the day. All guests and members who plan to visit the museum may park in the museum’s Car Park. If the museum’s Car Park is full, parking is also available in the state-run Lot 3 across the street. Parking in this lot will cost $12 (cash only). Remember that cars parked in Lot 3 after 5:30pm will be issued a parking citation.
Where to eat
If you’re bringing your own food, we invite you to picnic under the trees on the grass in front of the museum. Food and drinks are not allowed inside any of the museum halls and exhibits. We appreciate your help in preserving our museum.
At the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, you can see more than just walls and fossils. We provide not only a typical museum experience, but also hands-on exhibits. What are you waiting for?
1. When can you visit the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County?| A．At 8:00 a.m. on January 1. | B．At 10:00 a.m. on July 14. |
| C．At 3:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. | D．At 6:00 p.m. on Christmas Day. |
| A．Visitors should leave Lot 3 before 5: 30 pm. |
| B．Members will have a special place to park. |
| C．People have to park in the museum’s Car Park. |
| D．Visitors must pay for the museum’s Car Park in cash. |
| A．To advertise coming events. | B．To introduce special exhibits. |
| C．To encourage people to come. | D．To tell about the museum’s history. |
7 . To improve a high schoolers chance of getting into a top university, the summer programs allow young students to explore fields of interest and get a taste of college life.
Telluride Association Summer Program (TASP)
TASP is a six-week program allowing high school freshman from around the world to grow their sense of interpersonal awareness and community responsibility. It's completely free, including the cost of tuition, books and even travel.
Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES)
This week-long program aimed at all US high school students can help them develop the skills necessary for future job in engineering while learning about the value and reward of acquiring advanced technical degrees. MITES is free—the only expense is the transportation to and from MIT.
Clark Scholar Program (CSP)
High school students coming from across the globe are offered the unique opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in mathematics field while working one on one with teaching staff over four intense weeks. Everything is free for chosen applicants except their meals.
JCamp
The seven-week one brings high school freshman and sophomores from various backgrounds together for participating in sessions and workshops led by notable journalists where students can get hands-on training in journalism. JCamp is free if selected-participants only need to pay for the board.
1. What can be expected of MITES?| A．It is accessible to worldwide students. | B．It lays a foundation for career prospect. |
| C．It makes no extra charge for transportation. | D．It awards students advanced technical degrees. |
| A．TASP. | B．MITES. | C．CSP. | D．JCamp. |
| A．To seek for one-on-one instruction. | B．To develop a sense of social duty. |
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9 . Opera at Music Hall: 1243 Elm Street. The season runs August through December, with additional performances in October and November. The Opera honors Enjoy the Arts membership discounts. Phone: 241-2742.
www.cityopera com.
Chamber Orchestra: The Orchestra plays at Memorial Hall at 1406 Elm Street, which offers several concerts from September through December. Call 723-1182 for more information.
http: //www. chamberorch. com.
Symphony Orchestra: At Music Hall and Riverbend. For ticket sales, call 381-3300, Regular season runs September through May at Music Hall in summer at Riverbend.
http://www.symphonv.or/home. asp .
College Conservatory of Music （CCM）: Performances are on the main campus of the university, usually at Patricia Cobbett Theater, CCM organizes a variety of events, including performances by the well-known LaSalle Quartet, CCNTs Philharmonic Orchestra, and various groups of musicians presenting Baroque through modern music. Students with ID 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.
http://wvm. ccm. uc. edu/events/calendar.
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.
http： //www.rivwrbendnuisic. com.
1. Which number should you call if you want to see an opera?
| A．241-2742. | B．723-1182. | C．381-3300. | D．232-6220. |
| A．February | B．October. | C．August | D．April |
| A．It gives shows all year round. | B．It offers membership discounts. |
| C．It has seats in the open air. | D．It presents famous musical works. |
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♦Six half days of film making + six half days of fun activities.
What's it all about?
Imagine yourself as the new Steven Spielberg or Ridley Scott? Love the cinema, but think you could do better? Or do you dream of being the next Kcira Knightley or Johnny Depp? If so, then this is your holiday! You and your group will choose the type of film to make-adventure, fantasy, thriller or comedy. Then you'll create your own film to show at the end of the week. What's more, you'll also take your film home on DVD too!
Can I do other activities as well?
Yes, every day there's also half a day of activities from our great activity programme, and different entertainment every evening. So you can pack in lots of other new experiences too!
What do I learn?
You'll learn the basics of film and sound recording, performing, and script-writing;and how to use sound effects, visual effects and music.
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1. Why are Steven Spielberg and Ridley Scott mentioned?
| A．To show they are really great. | B．To show the popularity of films. |
| C．To make the course attractive. | D．To introduce the course's teachers. |
| A．Enjoy themselves. | B．Show their films. |
| C．Learn how to make films. | D．Take part in outdoor activities. |
| A．wear make-up | B．bring cameras |
| C．be film-lovers | D．be experienced |
