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| Hope Book Club A book club is a small group of persons that are reading the same book in order to share different feelings and opinions about the book. The book club meets once a month for an hour of lively discussion. All students (3+), teachers and parents are welcome! Here you can discover a new world, learn new ideas and make new friends! What you should do:★You will read the book on your own and then discuss your reading in the book club. ★You must keep up with your reading so that you can join as a part of your group. The book club will decide what pages or chapters you will read. ★You should take down notes and thoughts as you read. ★Everyone in the book club is expected to join in the discussion. More tips: ★Keep our place clean. ★No pets and no smoking. ★Take good care of books and return them on time. ★You must ask for leave if you cannot join in the discussion. Fees: Kids from 3—7: Free; Kids from 8—18: 10 dollars a month; Adults: 15 dollars a month. If you are interested, call 487-256-656 or 487-266-545, send an email to hopebook@yahoo.com or visit our website at www.hopebookclub.com. |
| A．30 dollars. | B．60 dollars. | C．75 dollars. | D．90 dollars |
| A．One. | B．Two. | C．Three. | D．Four. |
| A．Books aren’t allowed to be taken out of the club. |
| B．Joining in the discussion is encouraged in the club. |
| C．You can choose your favourite books to read in the club. |
| D．The members in the club don’t have to finish what they need to read. |
2 . The 4 Books to Read if You Want to Transform Your Life in 2022
Want to feel more satisfied with life? We picked out these 4 books that will change your outlook. With the Blinkist app, you can understand the key learnings from the best nonfiction books in minutes-not hours or days. Our experts take the insights from these books to create quick, memorable, easy-to-understand insights which can either be read or listened to in just 15 minutes.
Start with the 4 most-read titles on self-improvement and see if you don't feel a little more satisfied already.
— Thirteen Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do by Amy Morin.
Do you struggle to get over your failures? Or think and talk about things out of your control? Getting over these difficulties can have a profound influence on your everyday life. Morin shares how her most successful ways that patients overcame these difficulties.
— How Will You Measure Your Life? by Clayton M. Christensen, James Allworth and Karen Dillon
Are you making the right trade-offs in life? While career achievements can be satisfying, neglecting (忽略) your family and friends can be harmful in the long-run in ways you can't even imagine.
— Finding Your Element by Ken Robinson
Everyone has a passion. If you don't know what yours is, it just means you haven't discovered it yet. Or perhaps you have, but it was dismissed early in life. Find out how you can break free of society's strict rules and find your calling in life.
— Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
Did you know if your pulse rate rises above 100 bpm, you're thought too emotional to think rationally (理性的)? You probably let feelings cloud your judgment more often than you know. Goleman explains how you can avoid letting your emotions rule you and make better decisions in life.
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1. Which book may help out people worried about their failures?| A．Thirteen Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do |
| B．How Will You Measure Your Life? |
| C．Finding Your Element |
| D．Emotional Intelligence |
| A．Patients who struggle against failures. |
| B．Job seekers who'll spend more time with family. |
| C．Graduates who are puzzled about what he wants to be. |
| D．Writers who want to publish their works in Blinkist. |
| A．They are short stories. | B．They are nonfiction books. |
| C．They are for English learners. | D．They are for improving listening. |
3 . Done with Dragon’s Back and tired of the Twin Peaks? Check out these lesser-known hikes in Hong Kong with rewarding views and fewer crowds on for size.
Tai Po Kau Forest Walk
Best for: Families
Tai Po Kau Forest Walk is located inside the Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve, a popular destination for nature lovers. It features different colour-coded trails (小径) which allow you to control the duration of your hike. This nature reserve is also home to various wildlife, so if you’re lucky, you might be able to see some resident owls or even fireflies. Another benefit is that Tai Po Kau has a thick forest which provides plenty of shade for the entire duration of the hike.
Distance: 3-10 km
Duration: 45 mins-3.5 hours
Difficulty: 2.5 out of 5
Little Hawaii
Best for: A waterfall hike
Known as the easiest waterfall hike in Hong Kong, Little Hawaii was once the water reservoir (水库) for factory in the 1900s. Now, it’s the perfect spot for a leisure walk. Altogether, there are 3 waterfall spots. As the highlight of the hike, you can go upstream to view the waterfall from a different angle.
Distance: 2.5 km
Duration: 1 hour
Difficulty: 1 out of 5
Wo Yeung Shan
Best for: Advanced hikers
As the fifth highest peak in Hong Kong, Wo Yeung Shan offers breathtaking views of the city. Those well-trained hikers who are up for challenge can even climb up the Wo Yeung Rocks for photos. You nay end the hike at Shing Mun Reservoir, where minibuses and taxis are available to return to the city.
Distance: 9.5 km
Duration: 4.5 hours
Difficulty: 3.5 out of 5
Lai Chi Wo
Best for: Heritage and wildlife
Explore the northeast comer of the New Territories through the old Hakka village of Lai Chi Wo and the Double Haven Geo Area. Along the well-paved trail, you will also be impressed by hundreds of species of wildlife here. Don’t miss the chance to check out the wetlands and fishponds around Double Haven too.
Distance: 16 km
Duration: 4.5 hours
Difficulty: 2.5 out of 5
1. What do Tai Po Kau Forest Walk and Lai Chi Wo have in common?| A．They both feature various wildlife. |
| B．They are both with a water reservoir. |
| C．They are both friendly to beginner hikers. |
| D．They both provide free return minibuses and taxis. |
| A．It is well known as the highest peak in Hong Kong. |
| B．Its forest can shelter the hikers from direct sunshine. |
| C．It’s a perfect place to get to know some old villages. |
| D．It offers a good view of the waterfall if hikers go upstream. |
| A．Tao Po Kau forest Walk. | B．Wo Yeung Shan. |
| C．Little Hawaii. | D．Lai Chi Wo. |
4 . Adapted from Liang Xiaosheng’s award-winning novel, the realistic drama A Li felong Journey recently has been a huge hit on TV and online.
Given that A Lifelong Journey is set in the 1960s, it’s not surprising that the family has to deal with lots of social changes and uncertainties, like the restoration of Gaokao, the country’s reform and opening-up, the passion for private business and so on.
The five virtues in Confucianism—benevolence (仁), righteousness (义), courtesy(礼), wisdom and trust can be found in the lead character Zhou Bingkun, the youngest son in the family.
Following the lives of Zhou’s family, the drama gives viewers an insight into the lives of ordinary Chinese.
| A．No wonder viewers thought highly of this drama. |
| B．It is time to create such a drama to remember the bygone times. |
| C．China has witnessed dramatic changes over the past five decades. |
| D．And it explores themes of family, friendship and romance in a bittersweet story. |
| E．He was played by Lei Jiayin, who says he can almost “see his father” in the drama. |
| F．Disney has also announced it has acquired the drama series for an international release. |
| G．Most of the narrative took place in a shantytown (棚户区), where Zhou’s family lives. |
5 . Grading Policies for Introduction to Literature
Grading Scale90-100, A; 80-89, B; 70-79, C; 60-69, D; Below 60, E.
Essays (60%)Your four major essays will combine to form the main part of the grade for this course: Essay 1 = 10%; Essay 2 = 15%; Essay 3 = 15%; Essay 4 = 20%.
Group Assignments (30%)Students will work in groups to complete four assignments (作业) during the course. All the assignments will be submitted by the assigned date through Blackboard, our online learning and course management system.
Daily Work/In-Class Writings and Tests/Group Work/Homework (10%)Class activities will vary from day to day, but students must be ready to complete short in-class writings or tests drawn directly from assigned readings or notes from the previous class' lecture/discussion, so it is important to take careful notes during class. Additionally, from time to time I will assign group work to be completed in class or short assignments to be completed at home, both of which will be graded.
Late WorkAn essay not submitted in class on the due date will lose a letter grade for each class period it is late. If it is not turned in by the 4th day after the due date, it will earn a zero. Daily assignments not completed during class will get a zero. Short writings missed as a result of an excused absence will be accepted.
1. Where is this text probably taken from?| A．A textbook. | B．An exam paper. | C．A course plan. | D．An academic article. |
| A．Two. | B．Three. | C．Four. | D．Five. |
| A．You will receive a zero. | B．You will lose a letter grade. |
| C．You will be given a test. | D．You will have to rewrite it. |
6 . If you have a chance to talk with a historical figure, who would you like it to be? What would you like to know about the past or share from today? China in the Classics, a new TV show based on Chinese classics started by China Central Television (CCTV) in February, is exploring such possibilities.
In the first episode, the host of the show, Sa Beining, meets ancient Confucian scholar Fu Sheng, who interpreted Shangshu — The Book of Documents. Regarded as one of the five classics of ancient Chinese Confucianism masterpieces, the book records many firsts in the country. Even the expression zhongguo (China) is used there first.
The episode ends with the host bringing Fu to today’s modern society, where the scholar is happy to find children learning the same things he had learned in his childhood. It increased the rating of the series with viewers giving it 9 out of 10 on Douban, a film and TV show reviewing website popular among young people.
The success of China in the Classics doesn’t surprise Shen Haixiong, head of the China Media Group. Shen said in an article in the journal Qiushi, “We are happy to see the program is popular among the public, but we are prouder to find that innovative interpretation of Chinese classics is arousing young people’s interest in Chinese culture.”
Therefore, TV channels have been making bold attempts in recent years to attract today’s younger generations. The Nation’s Greatest Treasures, CCTV’s cultural show in 2017, showcased China’s history and culture through antiques in the top-class museums, and fired up the audience. The treasures include the 3,300-year-old Yinxu Ruins in Henan Province and the 1,300-year-old Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region.
CCTV should make a variety of programs showcasing classics and cultural traditions to appeal to the young generation’s aesthetics, said Zhou, a professor at the School of Arts and Communication, Beijing Normal University.
1. Why is The Book of Documents mentioned in paragraph 2?| A．To introduce a historical figure. | B．To inform us of the host. |
| C．To show the popularity of the show. | D．To describe a new TV show. |
| A．Surprised. | B．Confused. | C．Satisfied. | D．Neutral. |
| A．Chinese treasures. | B．Another TV programme. |
| C．Yinxu Ruins in Henan. | D．Young Chinese audience. |
| A．CCTV Produces Some Famous TV shows | B．TV Shows on Chinese Classics Grow Popular |
| C．Scholars Focus Attention on Chinese Classics | D．China in the Classics Fires up the Audience |
7 . Four of the Coolest Plant Shops in the State of California
Plants have given us comfort during the coronavirus pandemic, so it should come as no surprise that garden stores are more popular than ever. Here is a look at a few of our favorites.
All Time Plants
Location: 1322 Coronado Ave. Ste B, Long Beach, California 90804
All Time Plants is inside the coffee and bottle house. The storefront is now a hybrid coffee house-plant store-home store where visitors can shop for plants and home goods while enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine or beer.
EnCactusar
Location: 3577 N. Figueroa St., Highland Park, California 90065
The COVID-19 pandemic gave artists Jackie and Julio the opportunity to turn their hobby into their own garden center, a small business at their Boyle Heights home. It is a kind of place where staff members will carry your plants out to your car for you while offering care tips. Open Saturdays and Sundays only.
Flyplant
Location: 1801 E 7th St, Los Angeles, California 90021
Flyplant was founded at the height of the pandemic, by Filipina with a passion for helping plant growing. Their shop offers customers plant and pot pairings, plant-themed costumes and gardening tools. Recently, they have added hands-on workshops, where guests can learn how to plant and care for their houseplants.
Folia Collective
Location: 5052 Eagle Rock Blvd., Eagle Rock, California 90041
Every plant at Folia Collective, from roses to ferns (蕨类植物), comes with a care card written by owner Danae Horst, a famous author in the field of home growing. Staff will ask you questions to help you pick the perfect plant and offer tips. Horst has houseplant gifts and, before the pandemic, hosted book signings and occasional cutting exchanges.
1. What can you do in All Time Plants?| A．Host book signings. | B．Drink some coffee or beer. |
| C．Attend classes to look after plants. | D．Borrow gardening tools. |
| A．All Time Plants. | B．EnCactusar. | C．Flyplant. | D．Folia Collective. |
| A．They were founded during the pandemic. | B．They are open on weekends. |
| C．They are from the same state. | D．They carry plants to your car. |
8 . Growing up, I never wore makeup and I was always more afraid of the mirror than anything else. I hadn’t thought makeup was meant for me, a disabled woman, until I saw Ulta’s new advertisement: a huge full-color photo of a model in a wheelchair.
The world of fashion and beauty is rarely related to disabilities, and even though Hollywood has made steps toward greater inclusion and clothing brand Aerie has featured women with disabilities in their advertisements, seeing disabilities in the mainstream is definitely unusual. The reason why these things make headlines is that they’re so rare.
I learned from a very young age that because of my disability, I would never be connected with beauty or charm. I’d spent so long feeling separated from so many parts of society, but Ulta is sending a powerful message with a single photo: It’s time to challenge conventional beauty standards because beauty comes in all forms.
We all want to feel included. When it comes to disabilities, it is so important, especially for children and teens with disabilities. I was well into my 30s when I rolled into a makeup store for the first time. I had no idea what I was doing and felt like entering a new world without a map; I felt like I was out of place, as if I was peeking (偷看；窥视) at a club without being invited. Imagine how my experience would have been different if I had seen a model in a wheelchair, smiling, as if to say, “Welcome. Yes, you belong!”
That message of inclusion was loud and clear for Maren Anderson, a 4-year-old girl who has a rare genetic disease and just started using a wheelchair. The moment she spotted the advertisement was caught on camera by her mom Carolyn Anderson, and quickly spread last month on Facebook. “It’s just really saying that she feels included, and she feels like she identifies with that, and belongs here just like everybody else. So, thank you, Ulta,” said Carolyn Anderson.
1. What can be learned from paragraph 2?| A．There will be more products for the disabled. |
| B．Aerie is the author’s favorite clothing brand. |
| C．Hollywood works with Ulta to help the disabled. |
| D．It’s hard for the public to associate beauty with disabilities. |
| A．It creates a new trend in the fashion world. |
| B．It makes society offer more jobs to the disabled. |
| C．It helps make the disabled feel confident and involved. |
| D．It breaks the barrier between the disabled and the able-bodied. |
| A．Nervous and embarrassed. | B．Sad and guilty. |
| C．Excited and proud. | D．Bored and disappointed. |
| A．To expose the condition of the disabled. |
| B．To show the effect of Ulta’s advertisement. |
| C．To emphasize the sense of belonging. |
| D．To explore the contemporary beauty standards. |
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Under-Water World
General Admission
HIGHLIGHTS
●Includes bonus discount coupons (优惠券)
●Book online & skip the queue
●16 themed zones
●14 talks and animal feeds
●Great fun for the whole family
One of the most popular attractions on the Sunshine Coast for many years, UnderWater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba is Queensland’s largest aquarium and oceanarium with one of the hugest and most diverse arrays of marine life—both above and under the water—in Australia! A brand-new, newly renovated shark exhibit will go along with the eleven other amazing zones that each highlight a different aspect of the aquatic kingdom. In total you’ll get the chance to see over 5,500 fantastic and wonderful sea creatures with a variety of tours, talks and feeds available to attend daily.
Price
Adult AUD $34.20
Child (3~14yrs) AUD $20.70
Concession (Pension / Senior / Student) AUD $27.00
Family (2 adults+2 children) AUD $104.00
More information
Opening Times
Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Anzac Day from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and closed on Christmas Day. Last admissions are 1 hour prior to closing time.
How to get to UnderWater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba
Walk—Just a 2-minute walk from the beach on the southern end of Mooloolaba Esplanade.
Car—If you are coming from Brisbane, follow the Bruce Highway north and take the Mooloolaba exit after the Ettamogah Pub, then simply follow the signs to Mooloolaba. If you are coming from Gympie, follow the Bruce Highway south and exit at the Maroochydore exit. Follow the signs onto the Sunshine Motorway. Exit at the Mooloolaba exit and follow the brown signs to UnderWater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba.
Bus—Sunbus operates a regular bus service from Noosa to Caloundra. Contact Sunbus on 131230 for more information.
Train—Queensland Rail Citytrain offers a 7-day service (with connecting bus service) which operates between the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast stations at Landsborough and Nambour.
Additional Information
Free parking is available at UnderWater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba. However during holiday times parking may be limited. UnderWater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba is completely undercover so even if it is raining you can still have a fantastic time! UnderWater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba is the perfect place to visit rain, hail or shine.
Booking Information
Confirmation in the form of a tour receipt will be received at time of booking. Upon completion of purchase, please print the receipt and present on day of your visit. For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact etails is included on your tour receipt.
1. To visit UnderWater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba, a young couple with a child aged 5 will pay________.| A．AUD $54.90 | B．AUD $68.40 |
| C．UD $89.10 | D．AUD $83.3 |
| A．at 10 a.m. | B．at 4:30 p.m. |
| C．at noon | D．at 4:55 p.m. |
| A．It is not open on rainy days. |
| B．On holidays parking is charged. |
| C．It’s specially founded for sea animals living under water. |
| D．You ought to print your visit receipt in advance. |
