1 . Yellowstone National Park is the flagship of the National Park Service and a favorite to millions of visitors each year. The park is a major destination for all members of the family. The main attractions are all located on the grand loop road and here are some of the top reasons to visit the park. By driving the grand loop road, visitors can view the park from the comfort of their vehicle and also take a rest at one of the many roadside picnic areas. For the active visitor, the park has thousands of miles of trails from day hikes to backcountry explorations. This site has a lot of the information you need for your trip.
Yellowstone National Park 2021 Opening and Closing Dates
2021 Spring Opening Dates
Conditions permitting, roads will open to regular (public) vehicles at 8:00 am on the following dates.
●April 16 - West Entrance to Madison Junction, Mammoth Hot Springs to Old
Faithful, Norris to Canyon Village.
●May 7 - East Entrance to Lake Village, Canyon Village to Lake Village.
●May 14 - South Entrance to West Thumb, West Thumb to Old Faithful.
●May 28 - Northeast Entrance to Cooke City Beartooth Highway.
●Open Year Round - North Entrance to Gardiner / Mammoth.
2021 Fall Closing Dates
Roads will close to regular (public) vehicles at 8:00 am on the following dates.
●October 12 - Beartooth Highway (US 212 to Red Lodge, Montana).
●November 8 - All roads close at 8 am except the road between the North Entrance and the Northeast Entrance.
COVID-19 Response
Face masks are required on lands where physical distancing cannot be maintained and in all NPS (National Park Service) buildings and facilities. Park operations vary based on local public health conditions. Before visiting, please check the park website to determine its operating status.
How much is the entrance fee?
$35 - Public, noncommercial vehicle;
$30 - Motorcycle or snowmobile (winter);
$20 - Visitors 16 and older entering by foot, bike, ski, etc.
* This fee provides the visitor with a 7-day entrance permit for both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.
1. How many entrances to the Yellowstone National Park are mentioned?| A．3. | B．4. | C．5 . | D．6. |
| A．$35. | B．$30. | C．$20. | D．$60. |
| A．A geographic magazine. | B．A travel website. |
| C．A commercial journal. | D．A holiday brochure. |
2 . Fake news has been widely considered as a problem in recent years, but a new analysis suggests that, at least in America, it may not affect public opinion as much as has been suggested.
Duncan Watts at the University of Pennsylvania and his colleagues analysed the daily media consumption (媒体使用) habits of people in the US. They found that, on average, fake news took up 0.15 per cent of the total time people spent watching TV and movies or gaming, using social media and enjoying other such entertainment. They suggest that traditional news sources, or people avoiding the news altogether, may be greater contributors to creating a misinsformed public and the polarization (两极化) of opinions than fake news.
The team analysed data from Nielsen, a company that measures the TV viewing habits of about 100,000 people in the US to determine ratings. The team also studied nationally representative data from analytics firm Comscore, which measures the time people spend on their computers and mobile phones visiting different media websites.
The researchers found that people in the US spend an average of over 7.5 hours a day consuming media. News comprises (组成)14 per cent of this. People spend about five times more time consuming news on TV—54 minutes—the online, although this ratio was smaller for 18 to 24-year-olds.
“The media plays an important role in questions about politics, public opinion, polarisation and attitudes towards experts,” says Watts. News publishers and programmes should be held as accountable as some social media platforms (平台), he says.
1. What does the new analysis show?| A．People are more likely to be misled by fake news. |
| B．Fake news plays a major role in polarisation of opinions. |
| C．Fake news makes up a tiny part of what people watch or read. |
| D．People spend more time reading fake news than watching TV. |
| A．Why research team did the study. |
| B．How the researchers did the study. |
| C．How social media influence public opinion. |
| D．Why young adults change TV viewing habits. |
| A．People’s daily media consumption. |
| B．The amount of TV consumption time. |
| C．Young people’s newspaper reading time. |
| D．The total consumption of fake news every year. |
| A．It is less popular among young people. |
| B．It has seen a big drop in consumption. |
| C．It should be broadcast mainly on TV. |
| D．It should be as reliable as possible. |
3 . For those who want to make their schedule available for a visit, Fashion United has selected various fashion exhibitions.
Zandra Rhodes: Fifty Years of Fabulous
The exhibition of fashion designer Zandra Rhodes in London is worth your time. In total, there are 100 styles and 50 fabric(布料)samples to admire. The exhibition can be visited until April 16, 2021, in the Fashion and Textile Museum in London.
Pricing: $10
Marche et Demarche: A History of the Chanssure
The Musee des Arts Decoratifs has been focused on shoes since this fall. The exhibition centers on different kinds of shoes, from the Middle Ages to the present day and from the West to non-European cultures. More than five hundred objects are on display. The exhibition can be visited until April 23, 2021, at the Musee des Arts Decoratifs in Paris.
Pricing: $25
Thierry Mugler: Couturissime
Thierry Mugler is a successful fashion designer from France. The exhibition "Thierry Mugler: Couturissime” is now visiting Europe for the first time with the opening in the Kunsthal in Rotterdam. The multimedia approach of the exhibition deserves a special mention. The exhibition can be visited until May 8,2021, in the Kunsthal in Rotterdam.
Pricing: Free
Bags: Imide Oat
The new exhibition of the Victoria & Albeit Museum looks at the function, status and skills behind a bag. More than 300 objects are used to illustrate the theme. Bags from the royal family, celebrities and well-known fashion houses are given a place in the show. The exhibition can be visited until May 25.2021, at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London.
Pricing: $30
1. On which day can visitors go to the exhibition of fashion designer Zandra Rhodes in 2021?| A．April 12. | B．April 23. | C．May 8. | D．May 25. |
| A．Enjoy Zandra Rhodes, designs. |
| B．View shoes in different periods. |
| C．Watch videos about Thierry Mugler. |
| D．Enjoy a variety of bags from different people. |
| A．The Fashion and Textile Museum. | B．The Musee des Arts Decoratifs. |
| C．The Kunsthal in Rotterdam. | D．The Victoria & Albert Museum. |
4 . Three Films to Watch in October
October is approaching and a new wave of films will be on soon. Here are three breath-taking films recommended by BBC and see which of the following will appeal to you best?
Rebecca (《蝴蝶梦》)
The famous adaption of Rebecca is the Oscar-winning Alfred Hitchcock classic Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine. How can Ben Wheatley’s new version possibly compete? Well, one answer is to have Kristin Scott Thomas as Mrs Danvers, a stroke of casting genius which is enough to justify the film’s existence. Another answer is going back to the book and trying to get closer to the actual story... You think you know it and you just don’t.
On Netflix from 21 October
Possessor
Andrea Riseborough stars as an assassin(刺客) who can control other people’s bodies and get them to do the killing for her. Her latest job is to kill an IT tycoon (Sean Bean) and his daughter (Tuppence Middleton) by possessing the daughter’s future husband (Christopher Abbott). David Ehrlich of IndieWire claimed , “90 minutes of Andrea Riseborough and Chriustopher Abbott engaging in warfare over control of the latter’s body is more satisfying”.
Released on 2 October in the US and 9 October in Canada
Honest Thief
Liam Neeson plays Tom, a retired bank robber who promises to return his ill-gotten gains in exchange for a reduced prison sentence so that he can settle down with the woman he loves (Kate Walsh). But the two FBI agents (Jai Courtney and Anthony Ramos) assigned to fetch the money decide to steal it instead and frame Tom for murder. Unfortunately for them, he is a man with a very particular set of skills, so the explosions, car chases, and shoot-outs all come.
Released on 14 October in France, 15 October in Portugal and 16 October in the US
1. What do we know about Ben Wheatley’s new Rebecca?| A．It is the most famous adaptation of Rebecca. |
| B．It is directed and produced closer to the original. |
| C．Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine starred in his film. |
| D．Kristin Scott Thomas, a casting genius edited the movie. |
| A．On 2 October. | B．On 9 October. | C．On 14 October. | D．On 15 October. |
| A．Tragic love. | B．Thrilling action. | C．Beautiful landscape. | D．Psychological control. |
1. Who is the speaker talking to?
| A．Some parents. | B．Some students. | C．Some tourists. |
| A．Getting close to animals. | B．Swimming in the pool. | C．Visiting mountains. |
| A．In February. | B．In May. | C．In June. |
| A．Healthy snacks | B．Medical insurance. | C．Transportation to the ski hill. |
6 . Vacation Camps
Lake Idaho Camp
When: 2 weeks in July
Join our fun-filled camp on the banks of lake Idaho! You can take part in exciting water sports, including canoeing and swimming. All equipment is provided. Our highly qualified instructors lead groups for all levels, including beginners. In the evenings, we organize campfire activities for children with singing, drama, and storytelling, while adults can explore the nearby town of St. A lbans.
Cost; $400, including all your delicious healthy meals.
Everwell Forest Camp
When: 1 week in August
Teachers Mat and Alice Branson run our camp in the Everwell Forest. Open to children 8-12 years of age, the camp also offers participants the chance to try various arts and crafts, including painting, pottery, and woodwork. Places are limited to 20, so early booking is advised.
Cost: $150, including all meals.
Happy Shells Camp
When: 3 weeks in August
Happy Shells volunteer organization is looking for young people aged 15-20 to join our camp on the Florida coast. Participants will help to build protective fences around the nests of sea turtles which come to the beaches during the summer to lay their eggs. At the end of the camp, participants receive a certificate(证书) that can be used for credit on high school and a college courses.
Cost: $120 per week to cover food and hotel.
Powerhouse Boot Camp
When: 2 weeks in July or August
The name of the event could give some people the wrong idea. Participants actually stay in a hotel, not an outdoor camp. But it definitely is an intensive (集中的) course of physical training. If you want to get into shape fast, Powerhouse Boot Camp is for you.
Cost: $520 for two weeks.
1. Which camp provides a good chance to learn arts?| A．Lake Idaho Camp. | B．Everwell Forest Camp. |
| C．Happy Shells Camp. | D．Powerhouse Boot Camp. |
| A．$150. | B．$260. | C．$360. | D．$400. |
| A．Camp outside the city. | B．Take exercise in a hotel. |
| C．Sail and swim in the lake. | D．Enjoy the sun on the beach. |
7 . Monthly Talks at London Canal Museum
Our monthly talks start at 19:30 on the first Thursday of each month except August. Admission is at normal charges and you don’t need to book. They end around 21:00.
November 7th
The Canal Pioneers, by Chris Lewis. James Brindley is recognized as one of the leading early canal engineers. He was also a major player in training others in the art of canal planning and building. Chris Lewis will explain how Brindley made such a positive contribution to the education of that group of early “civil engineers”.
December 5th
Ice for the Metropolis, by Malcolm Tucker. Well before the arrival of freezers, there was a demand for ice for food preservation and catering, Malcolm will explain the history of importing natural ice and the technology of building ice wells, and how London’s ice trade grew.
February 6th
An Update on the Cotsword Canals, by Liz Payne. The Stroudwater Canal is moving towards reopening. The Thames and Severn Canal will take a little longer. We will have a report on the present state of play.
March 6th
Eyots and Aits-Thames Islands, by Miranda Vickers. The Thames had many islands. Miranda has undertaken a review of all of them. She will tell us about those of greatest interest.
Online bookings:www.canalmuseum.org.uk/book
More into:www.canalmuseum.org.uk/whatson
London Canal Museum
12-13 New Wharf Road, London NI 9RT
www.canalmuseum.org.uk www.canalmuseum.mobi
Tel:020 77130836
1. When is the talk on James Brindley?| A．February 6th. | B．December 5th. |
| C．November 7th. | D．March 6th. |
| A．The Canal Pioneers. | B．An Update on the Cotsword Canals |
| C．Eyots and Aits-Thames Islands | D．Ice for the Metropolis |
| A．Miranda Vickers | B．Malcolm Tucker |
| C．Chris Lewis | D．Liz Payne |
