1 . NIH Summer Internship (实习生) Program in Biomedical Research (SIP)

This program is to provide a developmental training experience for promising high school students who have expressed a strong interest in or are studying disciplines related to biomedical sciences.

Applicants must be:

* 17 years of age or older

* high school seniors at the time of application

* able to pass the Federal background check

* within 40 miles of the NIH campus on which they will intern if they are 17 years of age (this requirement does not apply to applicants who are 18 and older)

* having American citizenship or permanent residency

For minors under 18 years of age, if required by state or local government law, work permits must be obtained. A written agreement of a parent or guardian is also required.

Complete your application

You must use the NIH Application Center to apply for this program:

1. After you complete the required sections of your profile, you will be asked to select a preferred program. Choose “Summer internships for high school students”.

2. You must select “Apply” next to “High School Summer Internship Program” for your application to be considered for this program.

3. To complete your application, import any relevant information from your profile.

You must also submit:

* Coursework & Exams—a list of coursework and grades

* CV/Resume (简历)—a list of your education, experience, and other relevant history

* Letter/Statement—a cover letter broadly describing your prior research experience, your current interests and career goals

* References—letters containing the names and contact information of two referees

1. What is the purpose of the program?

A．To provide training chances.	B．To offer teenagers job positions.
C．To inspire students’ interest in science.	D．To select promising high school students.

2. What is a requirement to participates in the program?

A．Having intern experience.	B．Majoring in biomedical science.
C．Living on or near the NIH campus.	D．Being U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

3. What must be included in the submission?

A．Application fee.	B．Reference books.
C．Personal photos.	D．Recommendation letters.

2 . Free Community Swap

Contact:
Catherine Crawford,        (718) 809-1603     ccrawford@grownyc.org
Jon Klar,        (646) 530-0381       jklar@grownyc.org

New Yorkers looking to reduce, reuse, and save money this year are invited to participate in Stop ‘N’ Swap, a free community event organized by local nonprofit GrowNYC.

The average NYC household throws away about 2,000 pounds of waste a year. By reusing through events like Stop ‘N’ Swap, NYC residents can take part in saving over 40 million pounds of material from landfill every year. Take a break from shopping, support a cleaner future, and join the ever-growing reuse community!

WHAT: Free Stop ‘N’ Swap Community Reuse Event
WHEN: February 19th，12pm-3pm
WHERE: Bronx Works Classic Community Center-286 East 156th Street, Bronx, NY 10451

The public is invited to bring clean and reusable items. No one is required to bring something to take something-you can simply show up with a bag and see what’s free for the taking. Books, toys, clothing, and electronics are just some of the offerings. Furniture and other large items are not accepted at the swap. Anything leftover at the end of the day is donated or recycled.

Stop ‘N’ Swaps have developed a regular following among environmentally conscious New Yorkers. After almost two years without swaps, GrowNYC has set a goal of hosting one swap in each of the city’s 59 community districts each year, providing opportunities to make NYC truly livable-a place where every person can enjoy a healthier life.

1. What should you do to get more information from Catherine?

A．Cal1 (646) 530-0381.	B．Cal1 (718) 809-1603.
C．Email jklar@grownyc.org.	D．Visit 286 East 156th Street, Bronx.

2. What items are unacceptable at the Stop ‘N’ Swap?

A．Dry-as-dust books.	B．Old-fashioned clothes.
C．Out-of-date electronics.	D．Second-hand furniture.

3. What is the aim of GrowNYC’s Stop ‘N’ Swap?

A．To make NYC a better place to live.

B．To enrich New Yorkers’ community life.

C．To reduce the cost of dealing with waste in NYC.

D．To encourage districts to compete in sustainability.

4 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Which course is the most popular according to the speaker?

A．The Study Skills course.

B．The Application Help course.

C．The Advanced Testing course.

2. How much will it cost to take all three courses?

A．$150.

B．$200.

C．$250.

3. What will people do to sign up for the deal?

A．Go to the Chicago office.

B．Fill out a form online.

C．Call an advisor.

6 . A city can become famous and experience a significant increase in visitors due to the influence of a well-liked film or a TV drama. For audiences, stepping into the scenes and experiencing the daily lives of the characters has become a new travel trend. Over the past year, several films and TV dramas have put their shooting locations into the public spotlight.

Qingdao in Shandong province

The Wandering Earth 2, a sci-fi that explores digital life and space journey, showcases impressive sci-fi scenes.90 percent of the film was shot in different places of Qingdao city, including the Jiaozhou Bay Bridge-the world’s longest cross-sea bridge, and the TAG Art Museum. For sci-fi fans, visiting Qingdao to explore the movie’s filming locations has become a popular trend.

Jiangmen in Guangdong province

The hit show The Knockout made Jiangmen an important tourism destination. As the hometown for many overseas Chinese, the city features historical cultural street scenes and South Asian-style architecture. The city has recorded more than 3.34 million trips in the past two months, which has generated over 3.4 billion yuan of tourism income, reflecting a notable rise of 124.3 percent compared to the same period the previous year.

Ningbo Museum in Zhejiang province

The primary setting for the sci-fi TV drama Three-Body Problem, Ningbo Museum, has caught significant attention. The museum integrates regional cultural features, traditional architectural elements, and modern techniques. Following the TV show’s release, daily visitor numbers rocketed to 5,000, marking a remarkable 220 percent year-on-year increase.

Taiyuan Ancient County in Shanxi province

Full River Red, directed by Zhang Yimou, set the Taiyuan Ancient County on fire with excitement. The movie highlights the county’s complex and narrow streets. The county now draws over 40,000 tourists every day, a significant rise compared to the daily 20,000 previously. Notably, one-third of these tourists were from outside Shanxi province, according to local statistics.

1. Which place best suits visitors who appreciate buildings of foreign style?

A．Qingdao city.	B．Jiangmen city.
C．Ningbo Museum.	D．Taiyuan Ancient County.

2. What aspect of Taiyuan Ancient County does Full River Red emphasize?

A．Its characteristic streets.	B．Its disastrous fire.
C．Its increasing population.	D．Its economic growth.

3. What do the four places have in common?

A．Their income depends heavily on tourism.	B．Their architecture integrates different cultures.
C．They are famous for their historical landmarks.	D．They become a hit through films or TV dramas.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the main feature of LearnEnglish courses?

A．The fun.

B．The low prices.

C．The flexibility.

2. What can the workbooks do?

A．Help choose a course.

B．Offer extra written work.

C．Guide the learners’ habits.

3. When will the staff member tell you how to get started?

A．As soon as you register.

B．After you pass a language test.

C．Before you take the taster lesson.

4. What is the talk mainly about?

A．Ways of learning English.

B．Special online courses.

C．Technology and English.

8 . 2024 National Cherry Blossom Festival Student Art Competition

To celebrate the 2024 National Cherry Blossom Festival, National Mall and Memorial Parks is hosting a youth art competition. We need your artistic help to inspire visitors to become Cherry Blossom Protectors! The blooming of the cherry trees around the Tidal Basin has come to symbolize the natural beauty of our nation’s capital city. Thousands of people come every year to see the cherry trees and enjoy the festival.

Participants

The contest is open to all Washington, D.C. students, K-6. One submission per student please.

Theme

Artworks should focus on the theme “Cherry Blossom Protector.” Draw or paint a picture that shows what you appreciate about the cherry blossoms, how we can take care of them, and why we should. Submissions must include the words “Cherry Blossom Protector”.

Deadline

Artworks will be accepted starting December 13, 2023. All submissions must be postmarked by February 25, 2024.

Submission requirements

A valid submission will contain the following information:

1. An original copy of the artwork. Each piece must be original, authentic (真实的), unpublished, the sole property of the entrant (参赛者), and not previously submitted in any other contest.

2. Your personal information, printed on either the back of your artwork or on a separate sheet attached to your physical artwork or provided with the e-mail for your digital entry: First and last name, grade/age.

3. A completed and signed entry form. Print out the entry form and send it to us when you send your artwork. Entries cannot be accepted without a signed entry form by a parent or guardian.

Delivery address

Mailed submissions must be sent to:

National Mall and Memorial Parks

c/o 2024 National Cherry Blossom Festival Student Art Competition

1100 Ohio Drive, SWWashington, DC 20242

1. Why do National Mall and Memorial Parks host the art competition?

A．To honor the national heroes.	B．To improve students’ art skills.
C．To protect the cherry blossom.	D．To attract more visitors to the parks.

2. What should you do if you attend the contest?

A．Volunteer as a cherry blossom protector.	B．Choose your own theme for the contest.
C．Email all your artworks to your school.	D．Summit artworks before February 25, 2024.

3. What should be included in the submission entries?

A．Personal information.	B．A previous submitted copy.
C．A guardian’s recommendation.	D．An electronic application form.

10 . Alaska has much to offer travelers in the winter months. Even better, hotel rates can run half what they do in summer, making Alaska an affordable vacation destination.

Northern Lights Viewing

Witness one of the most spectacular lights shows around when you make time for Alaska in the winter months. Book a photography workshop or snowmobile tour in Fairbanks for excellent aurora (极光) viewing. Alternatively, head to Denali National Park for a stay at the five-room boutique hotel. Sheldon Chalet. Enjoy heli-skiing and snowshoeing by day followed by entrancing aurora viewing by night.

Alaska Railroad

In winter, book a trip on the Aurora Winter Train for a bucket list-worthy adventure into Alaska’s snow-covered backcountry, Ride the train all the way from Anchorage to Fairbanks. Or, get off the train along the way in Talkeetna for cross-country skiing and a berry delicious pie-making class at Talkeetna Roadhouse.

Wintry Zoo Animals

The Alaska Zoo in Anchorage is a true delight in winter. That’s when you can see the state’s native animals, like bears, moose and wolves, in their natural winter habitat. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Alaska Zoo boasts up-close views and interactions with more than 100 animals, Say hello to the zoo’s newest resident, Cranbeary, a 17-year-old polar bear that relocated from Denver last year.

Snowshoe Tours

Trekking through knee-deep fluffy snow in snowshoes can be loads of fun. Try your skills on a guided snowshoe tour in Fairbanks with Leaf Out Nature Guides. Led by expert biologists, the outfitter runs two-hour snowshoe tours. Guests venture into the boreal forest of Alaska’s interior. keeping a keen eye open to spot wildlife, like snowshoe hares, caribou and flying squirrels. Snowshoers are treated to expert knowledge on animal tracks. how animals survive in the harsh winter and how local plants are used.

1. Where can you learn the berry-pie making?

A．In Sheldon Chalet.	B．In the Alaska Zoo.
C．In Denali National Park.	D．In Talkeetna Roadhouse.

2. What is Cranbeary?

A．A polar bear.	B．An Alaska train.
C．A five-room hotel.	D．An expert biologist.

3. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?

A．To entertain.

B．To instruct.

C．To describe.

D．To advertise.