1 . Fun facts about Antarctica
At the southernmost point of the world, you find Antarctica a giant mass of ice that’s its own continent. You, may not know much about the continent, so why not read on?
There’ s a lake that runs blood red in Antarctica.
As though someone has cut into the ice, the properly named Blood Falls come out over the Taylor Glacier. The water is extremely high in iron and salt, and when it comes into contact with the air, it shows the special red color against the pure white surroundings. The water here is three times saltier than ocean water, and therefore, too salty to become ice.
Antarctica has its own treaty (条约).
Because the environment of Antarctica is so delicate and unique, there is a treaty saying that only peaceful research can be done there. In 1959, 12 countries signed this treaty, with the number now sitting at 53. This also makes it certain that Antarctica doesn’t end up being caught in an international conflict, and that the continent is only used for scientific purposes and sensible traveling. The treaty prevents army and nuclear activities, and also mineral mining.
There is a unique phenomenon in Antarctica called diamond dust.
While there are low levels of precipitation (降水) in Antarctica, that doesn’t mean the air is clear of nature’s beauty! The air is so cold there that moisture (水汽) can condense while air-borne. This results in ice falling to the ground. The sun’s light will cause the ice to shine, creating a shining shower called diamond dust. It happens when the skies are clear, known as clear-sky precipitation.
If any of these Antarctic facts have increased your interest in visiting this unique continent, be sure to get in touch with the team al Aurora Expeditions today.
Phone:+61 (0)2 9252 1033
1. What do we know about the Blood Falls?A.The water has been polluted. | B.The water comes from a river. |
C.The water is rich in iron and salt. | D.The water usually freezes in winter. |
A.where moisture comes from | B.how diamond dust is formed |
C.where diamond dust can be found | D.how precipitation can be increased |
A.A tour report. | B.research plan. |
C.An advertisement. | D.An exploration guide. |
2 . British Museum
Located in Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG, the British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts and is free to all visitors. The British Museums surprising collection spans over two million years of human history and culture, and it has more than 7 million objects, so it would probably take a week to see everything.
Over 6 million visitors every year experience the collection, including world-famous objects such as the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies.
Admission (入场费) and opening times
Free, open daily from 10:00 to 17:30.
Open until 20:30 on Fridays,except Good Friday.
Closed on 24, 25 and 26 December and 1 January.
Large luggage (行李), suitcases and cabin baggage
For everyone’s safety, all bags, packages and personal items may be searched before entry. Wheeled cases and large items of luggage are not allowed on British Museum for safety and security reasons. Storage for luggage is available at major rail stations, including Euston, Kings Cross and Charring Cross.
Membership
Membership allows you to discover two million years of human history with free unlimited entry to special exhibitions.
Individual (个人) membership: $74
Under 26 membership: $54
Young friends (ages 8—15):$25
Shops
The Museum has four shops where you can buy books, souvenirs, and family gifts.
1. When can you visit the British Museum?A.At 9:00 Friday. | B.On Christmas Day. |
C.At 12:00 Monday. | D.On Good Friday. |
A.At some crossings. | B.At major train stations. |
C.In the hall of the Museum. | D.At the entrance to the Museum. |
A.79. | B.99. | C.128. | D.148. |
3 . Are you a creative person that loves to write? We are looking for students in grades 8-12 to share their opinions and experiences on various topics that matter to youth through engaging and authentic (真实的) blog posts.
As a Wave Blogger, your role and responsibility are to:
•Write blog posts that are personal and authentic, reflecting your opinions and experience, but relevant to other students as well
•Create original content in association with our publisher and editor
•Write and edit briefly for clarity and accuracy
•Share the blog using your own personal social media accounts
Here's what we're looking for:
•You are insightful, creative, and love to inspire others
•You possess excellent communication and written English skills
•You have exceptional organizational skills
•You can commit to deadlines
Posts on our blog must fit one of the following categories:
•Books: Book reviews or recommendations
•Creative Writing: Blog posts that have to do with creative writing
•Flashback: An experience or personal life event that made an impact on you
•Fresh: A new and different perspective when looking at any given topic
•View: Reflections on your personal points of view, opinion, and experiences
You can earn up to 5 volunteer hours per blog — this includes the writing deadline and any required revisions while working with our publisher and editor to finalize your piece. Ripple Foundation reserves the right not to publish any content that does not meet its required criteria.
1. Which quality should a qualified blogger possess?A.Diligence. | B.Flexibility. | C.Curiosity. | D.Creativity. |
A.The best part of a new book. | B.An interesting film review. |
C.An influential experience. | D.A historical story. |
A.To advertise for blog contributors. |
B.To introduce a creative writing event. |
C.To encourage students to read and write. |
D.To instruct students how to set up a blog. |
4 . Being stuck at home doesn’t mean that learning stops. In fact, it's just the opposite. Here are some activities and resources to foster (促进) kids' imagination and build their curiosity at home.
Let's Get down to ScienceThe science lab at school may be closed, but kids can still put on goggles and a white lab coat and learn at home. This Test Tube Experiment Kit will make them feel like a genius in no time. Kids will get the chance to learn about basic chemistry, physics, and more by creating pop-resistant bubbles, bouncy balls, and other objects.
To Infinity (无穷) and BeyondEarth is a part of the Milky Way, but do kids know how many galaxies there are in the universe? There are so many fun and fascinating things to learn about space that the possibilities truly go to infinity and beyond. A great way to start your child's educational space adventure is with this Discovery Real Life Sticker and Activity Book: Space.
Take a Walk on the Wild SideBiology class is in session! Here's kids' chance to get up close and personal with a great white shark without putting on a wetsuit. This 4D Great White Shark Anatomy Kit allows them to get an inside look at what makes these predators of the deep so powerful. And then take an even deeper dive into a shark's world with I'm a Shark.
Let your kid take advantage of this time at home and find new ways to keep exploring the world around him.
1. What is common among these activities above?A.They are all performed outdoors. |
B.They are all associated with physics. |
C.They all recommend some resources for kids to study. |
D.They are all carried out by the way of experimenting. |
A.The Test Tube Experiment Kit. |
B.Discovery Real Life Sticker and Activity Book: Space. |
C.The 4D Great White Shark Anatomy Kit. |
D.I'm a Shark. |
A.To gain financial benefits. | B.To save kids from boredom. |
C.To explore new technologies. | D.To inspire kids to study at home. |
5 . HOLIDAY FUN AT THE POWERHOUSE
Join in the holiday fun at the powerhouse this month linked to our new exhibition, evolution&Revolution: Chinese dress 1700s to now. DON'T FORGET our other special event, the Club Med Circus School which is part of the Circus (马戏团)! 150 years of circus in Australia exhibition experience!
●Chinese Folk Dancing: Colorful Chinese dance and musical performances by The Chinese Folk Dancing School of Sydney. Dances include: The Golden stick dance and the Chinese drum dance. A feature will be the Qin Dynasty Emperor’s court dance. Also included is a show of face painting for Beijing Opera performances.
Sunday 29 June and Wednesday 2 July in the Turbine Hall, at 11:30 am &1:30 pm.
●Australian Chinese Children’s Arts Theatre: Well-known children’s play experts from Shanghai lead this dynamic youth group. Performance include Chinese fairy tales and plays.
Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 July in the Turbine Hall, at 11. 30 am &1. 30 pm.
●Chinese Youth League: A traditional performing arts group featuring performance highlights such as the Red scarf and Spring flower dances, and a musician playing Er Hu.
Sunday 6 to Tuesday 8 July in the Turbine Hall, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.
●Kids Activity: Make a Paper Horse: Young children make a paper horse cut-out. (The horse is a frequent theme in Chinese painting, indicating a kind of advancement.) Suitable for ages 8-12 years.
Saturday 28 June to Tuesday 8 July in the Turbine Hall, 12:00 pm to 1:00pm.
●Club Med Circus School: Learn circus skills, including the trapeze (空中飞人), trampolining (蹦床) and magic. Not only for children over 5. There are 40 places available in each I hour and these must be booked at the front desk, level 4, on the day.
Tuesday 1 to Saturday 5 July at 11:30 am &1:00pm.
Enjoy unlimited free visits and many other benefits by becoming a Family member of the Powerhouse. Our family membership covers two adults and all children under the age of 16 years at the one address.
Members receive Powerline, our monthly magazine, discounts in the shops and the restaurants, as well as free admission to the Museum. All this for as little as $50,000 a year! Call (02) 92170600 for more details.
1. When can you watch the Chinese drum dance?A.On July 2. | B.On July 3. | C.On July 6. | D.On July 8. |
A.Kids Activity | B.Chinese Youth League |
C.Children's Arts Theatre | D.Club Med Circus School |
A.Calling (02) 92170600. | B.Gaining family membership. |
C.Coming for the holiday fun. | D.Paying Powerline $50,000 a year. |
6 . The events and exhibitions will let you have a good time without spending a coin.
The Bar Comedy Night
The Bar Comedy is a show of Melbourne’s funniest and finest comedians. This show supports and encourages diversity in all its forms. Come along on the third Thursday of each month to witness and laugh your head off at a great and unique night in Melbourne comedy.
Worlds Immersive at Melbourne Museum
Worlds Immersive is a 5-minute cinematic(电影的) journey from the origin of the universe, through the building blocks of nature, to explore the patterns and connections that bind us and the natural world together. Artist Josef Gatti is an emerging filmmaker, specialising in storytelling through new motion picture technology and innovative techniques.
Melbourne Zoo
Over 300 species of animals from around the world can be found in Melbourne Zoo, just minutes from the central city. There are also interactive exhibits where visitors have the chance to learn all about the zoo's animals, the fight to save wildlife from extinction, and what visitors can do to help.
All members and visitors must pre-book a ticket online. You will not be able to book tickets at the gate. Evening sessions, from 4 pm to 8 pm, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Children under 16 years old receive free entry every weekend, during school holidays and on Victorian public holidays.
1. How many times can people enjoy comedy in The Bar Comedy Night within a month?A.Once. | B.Twice. |
C.Three times. | D.Four times. |
A.He is a designer. | B.He is a director. |
C.He is a producer. | D.He is a writer. |
A.It’s very convenient for people in the city. |
B.Visitors have zero distance contact with animals. |
C.Children under the age of 16 are free of charge. |
D.Tickets can be gotten at the gate or on the Internet. |
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Wall Disease
Jessica Wapner The Experiment(2020)
Since the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, border walls have multiplied, notes science journalist Jessica Wapner in her global survey. In the decade after the September 2001 terrorist attacks, 47 appeared worldwide; Wapner investigates their geography and psychological effects. “Wall disease” consists of fear, isolation, a sense of immobility, financial insecurity and suspicion of “the other” on the far side.
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The Brutish Museums
Dan Hicks Pluto(2020)
This timely book echoes the British Museum’s decision this year to redisplay a bust(半身像)of its founder with labels about his links to the slave trade. Dan Hicks is a curator(馆长)at the Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford, UK, which, like the British Museum, holds many prized objects robbed by colonial forces in 1897 from Benin, in what is now Nigeria. Rejecting the view of Oxford colleague John Boardman that “the rape proved to be a rescue”, Hicks fiercely advocates that “brutish” museums urgently begin restoration of stolen objects.
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A Manual of the Mammalia
Douglas A. Kelt & James L. Patton Univ. Chicago Press(2020)
The subtitle of this comprehensive reference book terms it “an homage” to Timothy Lawlor’s acclaimed Handbook to the Orders and Families of Living Mammals. As wildlife ecologist Douglas Kelt and mammal curator James Patton note, Lawlor’s final edition featured about 4,170 species of mammal; today’s figure is 6,495. “Do not be overwhelmed,” they advise students, “Simply be happy about the diversity of the Mammalia.”
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Yellowstone Wolves
Eds Douglas W. Smith et al. Univ. Chicago Press(2020)
Twenty-five years ago, the authors reintroduced wolves to Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. Here, they relate what they’ve learnt of the animals’predation, mating, play, genetics, disease and more, and their impact on other species and the landscape. Also detailed are the history, politics and implications ofrewilding. Glorious pictures bear witness to fragile gains. US President Donald Trump’s silver-anniversary gift? Rolling back protections on the wolves.
1. Who is science journalist?A.Jessica Wapner. | B.Dan Hicks. | C.Douglas A. Kelt. | D.Eds Douglas W. Smith. |
A.The rape proved to be a rescue. |
B.Uncivil museums return the stolen objects. |
C.The museum redisplays a bust of its founder. |
D.The museum murderously robbed prized objects. |
A.The Brutish Museums & Wall Disease |
B.Wall Disease & A Manual of the Mammalia |
C.A Manual of the Mammalia & Yellowstone Wolves |
D.Wall Disease & Yellowstone Wolves |
8 . Hottest Travel Destinations
Sometimes figuring out the best place to go can be difficult. Here are some hottest travel destinations that offer some of the most beautiful, artistic, and fashionable places on the globe.
Ibiza, Spain
While Ibiza is known as a party city, there is far more to do in this historic town than simply drink and dance under the stars. Built mainly in the second century, it’s a world heritage site with architecture dating back to as early as the 7th century. Don’t miss Charo Ruiz, Ibiza’s most famous fashion brand. Plus, the Ibiza Fashion Festival takes place every June.
Tangier, Morocco
Known as the “door to Africa”, Tangier has a rich and complex history dating back thirty centuries. It has all the beauty of the natural world. After spending a morning sunbathing by the Mediterranean Sea, get in some amazing shopping and discover great deals on everything. Before you head home, stop off in Marakesh to visit some of the top Moroccan designers.
Havana, Cuba
Stepping onto the streets of Havana feels like stepping back in time. For a day of sightseeing, check out the remaining architecture of Old Havana, which was built ten centuries ago. You can easily do it with one of the area’s many walking tours. Or visit the Museum of Rum for a taste of the island’s most popular wine. You might come across a clothing shop offering some classic finds!
Melbourne, Australia
Built largely during the 1850s gold rush, Melbourne remains as alive as ever. Make sure to check out the hottest Australian brands. Moreover, visit the Block Arcade in Collins Street to see some of the 19th century architectural details the world has to offer. And, if you want to catch the largest consumer fashion festival in the world, grab tickets for the yearly Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival.
1. What can visitors do in both Ibiza and Havana?A.Taste local wine. | B.Visit modern Museums. |
C.Appreciate ancient buildings. | D.Enjoy parties under the stars. |
A.Spain | B.Morocco | C.Havana. | D.Australia |
A.Ibiza. | B.Tangier. | C.Havana. | D.Melbourne. |
9 . Fuerteventura is a great place awaiting your discovery. Here are some reasons.
La Concha beach
Located in the Concha bay, the La Concha beach is one of the most popular beaches, which is dressed in white sand and beautified with calm water. The beach is close to the town, and at sunset, most tourists rush to see the skies turn beautiful colours in just a few short moments. At low tide(海水的低潮), small pools of water form, and these are great for the little members of the family to take a dive in. There are enough parking lots and plenty of restaurants to choose from.
Corralejo Natural Park
If you want to experience the desert beauty of Fuerteventura, Corralejo Natural Park will be the best place. It is a coin with two sides. One is characterized by volcanic scenery, and the other is white sand that has been cleansed by the blue water of the Atlantic Ocean. Getting to the park can be easily done by road, but exploring it demands that you put on your hiking shoes and take a walk through the natural wonderland.
Costa Calma beach
Costa Calma beach is characterized by blue waters and white sand. The beach is not packed, so you will get a chance to be just with your thoughts as you sunbathe on the sand. When the winds are swift, Costa Calma beach turns into a hot spot for surfers, ideal for those wanting to get a surfing course. The road leading to the beach is fenced by green plants meaning the magic starts even before you get there.
Cofete Beach
It's hard to find a fitting description for this wild beach. Its shoreline is great for its golden sand and wild water. Getting to Cofete Beach is not easy: perhaps that's why this place is still in its original state. The road has difficult spots that require expert driving skills. However, if you can tolerate it, you will be treated with some amazing views.
1. Which place is recommended for a family with kids?A.Cofete Beach. |
B.Corralejo Natural Park. |
C.Costa Calma beach. |
D.La Concha beach. |
A.Learn how to surf. |
B.Sunbathe on the golden sand. |
C.Enjoy the changeable colours of the sky. |
D.Experience Fuerteventura's desert beauty. |
A.Cars are forbidden. |
B.It has amazing white sand. |
C.It has stayed untouched. |
D.Approaching it is much easier. |
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