1 . These are four famous tourist attractions around the world.
The Forbidden City
The Forbidden City in Beijing ,China, was completed in 1420 during the early Ming Dynasty. It is the largest ancient palatial(宫殿似的)building in the world and it’s open to tourists to allow them to have a look at ancient Chinese architecture.
Niagara Falls State Park
When you arrive at Niagara Falls State Park, you’ll explore the Cave of the Winds to have an up-close look at the falls.The Cave of the Winds is a self-guided tour, which means you can spend as much time as you would like. There is no need to make a reservation(预订).The Cave of the Winds closes during winter, so make sure it’s open before visiting.
The Little Mermaid
The Little Mermaid is a statue(雕像) in Copenhagen, Denmark. It sits on a rock in the harbor(海港). It came from a performance of a ballet based on the fairy story The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen. It was shown to the public on 23 August, 1913. And there are many tourists taking photos with the Little Mermaid every year.
The Taj Mahal
As one of the Seven Wonders of the World,the Taj Mahal is the jewel of India. It is considered as the finest example of Mughal architecture, a mix of Indian, Persian and Islamic styles.
1. What can you do when visiting the Little Mermaid?| A．Listen to a fairy story. | B．Attend a performance. |
| C．Take a picture with the statue. | D．Meet Hans Christian Andersen. |
| A．The Taj Mahal. | B．The Cave of the Winds. |
| C．Niagara Falls State Park. | D．The Little Mermaid. |
| A．Book in advance. | B．Find a tour guide. |
| C．Learn about its history. | D．Check the opening time |
2 .
1. How many days is South Quay Medical Centre open a week?
| A．Two and a half. | B．Three. |
| C．Four and a half. | D．Two |
| A．She has to visit www.sydneylatenightpharmacies.com. |
| B．She has to call 023881 by 8:30. |
| C．She has to email Dr. Peter King or Dr. Vicky Ho. |
| D．She has to call 023993. |
| A．It provides two kinds of appointments. |
| B．You can call 023993 in a medical emergency. |
| C．You can’t get help outside the working hours. |
| D．You can call 023881 in a medical emergency. |
3 . The Best Photography Contests to Enter
Moscow International Foto Awards
Deadline: April 30,2023
Prize: The Photographer of the Year title along with a $ 3,000 prize
There are nine: categories for you to enter. The entry expenses vary according to the level of proficiency, and students can enter at a reduced price. Here you can hand in up to twenty images. which can be individual images or photo series in either category.
Monochrome Photography Awards
Deadline: November 13,2022
There’re thirteen categories to enter, ranging across landscapes, fashion and abstract photography. If you’re in the top three of any of them, you will get a certificate and an exhibition of-your work. Each image costs $15.The only rule is that the image has to be black and white.
Prize:$ 2,000,certificate and exhibition
World Press Photography Awards
Deadline: January 13,2023
Prize:$ 5,000 for each category
There’re eight categories for you to enter. Each of these is aiming to find the best visual journalist in that particular field. Every category is judged by three photographers specializing in that area. The competition definitely captures the reality of our world. If you’re a press photographer and feel like you’re excellent at capturing important contemporary topics, this contest is for you.
BigPicture Natural World Photography Awards
Deadline: March 3,2023
Prize: Each category winner receives $1,000
The contest accepts nature, wildlife and protection images from all around the world, organized into seven categories. Sea life, wild animals, and humans’ interaction with nature are especially welcome. You can hand in up to 10 single images for $ 25,or 4-6 images in the Photo Story category for $ 10.
1. What is special about Moscow International Foto Awards?| A．It only accepts color images. |
| B．It has the biggest number of categories. |
| C．There are discounts for students. |
| D．Participants have to hand in 20 images. |
| A．Moscow International Foto Awards. |
| B．Monochrome Photography Awards. |
| C．World Press Photography Awards. |
| D．BigPicture Natural World Photography Awards. |
| A．A new start. |
| B．Meet the muse. |
| C．Times change. |
| D．At one with nature. |
4 . A lot of your childhood was probably spent in an ordinary classroom with old desks and chairs. That's because you went to an average school. So whether you loved your school or wished you went to one of the following now, you'll never think of schooling the same way again.
Train Platforms as School Rooms
Now, most children have to take a bus or train to school. However, they don't usually stop on the platform and learn maths. In Orissa, India, in order to try to lower the chances of children quitting school, one woman decided that she would bring the school to the kids and it certainly worked!
Floating School
Each year in summer, the rivers in Bangladesh flood. And kids are left without a way to school. However, one clever town decided to have lessons on 100 boats instead as well as health care centre and homes. With the internet access, computers and a library it's a pretty high tech school!
Elf School
In Iceland there are a lot of stories about elves. According to the school there are different types of elves that have a variety of uses. The school generally trains people in the practice of elves in the hope they can somehow help the government. The Icelandic police have been known to ask for an elf's help when meeting trouble.
Real Life Clown School
The Ringling Brothers set up a number of courses and schools around the United States to teach the students the art of clowning around. Imagine wearing a bright red nose while kids are laughing around you for a balloon animal.
1. Who was Train Platform School built for?| A．The students willing to learn the art of clowning |
| B．The students who cannot pay their high education. |
| C．The children who cannot catch the train to school. |
| D．The young children who are forced to quit school. |
| A．Elf School. | B．The Floating School. |
| C．Real Life Clown School. | D．The Train Platform School. |
| A．The students can have classes on trains. | B．The school trains people to help society. |
| C．The students use computers and a library. | D．The students learn to entertain children. |
5 . Henry Raeburn (1756-1823)
The ExhibitionThis exhibition of some sixty masterpieces celebrating the life and work of Scotland’s best loved painter, Sir Henry Raeburn, comes to London. Selected from collections throughout the world, it is the first major exhibition of his work to be held in over forty years.
Lecture SeriesScottish National Portrait (肖像画) Gallery presents a series of lectures for the general public. They are held in the Lecture Room. Admission to lectures is free.
| An Introduction to Raeburn Sunday 26 Oct., 15:00 DUNCAN THOMSON | Raeburn’s English Contemporaries Thursday 30 Oct., 13:10 JUDY EGERTON |
| Characters and Characterisation in Raeburn’s Portraits Thursday 6 Nov., 13:10 NICHOLAS PHILLIPSON | Raeburn and Artist’s Training in the 18th Century Thursday 13 Nov., 13:10 MARTIN POSTLE |
Monday-Saturday 10.00-17.45 Sunday 12.00-17.45
Last admission to the exhibition: 17.15. There is no re-admission.
Closed: 24-26 December and 1 January.
Admission£4. Children under 12 years accompanied by an adult are admitted free.
Schools and CollegesA special low entrance charge of £2 per person is available to all in full-time education, up to and including those at first degree level, in organised groups with teachers.
1. What is the right time for attending Raeburn’s English Contemporaries?| A．Sun. 26 Oct. | B．Thurs. 30 Oct. | C．Thurs. 6 Nov. | D．Thurs.13 Nov. |
| A．£4. | B．£8. | C．£12. | D．£16. |
| A．They should go on Sunday mornings. | B．They should come from art schools. |
| C．They must be led by teachers. | D．They must have ID cards with them. |
Where: Becket, Massachusetts
When: June 15-Aug. 24
Each summer, this influential dance center presents a number of classes and performances by more than 50 companies from around the world. Highlights (最精彩的部分) this season include the Dance Theater of Harlem’s production of Alvin Ailey’s “The Lark Ascending”, which opens the festival.
Many events are free. Ticketed performances start at $22. jacobspillow.org.
Moab Music FestivalWhere: Moab, Utah
When: Aug. 29-Sept. 9
This area is better known for mountain biking than for music. But since 1992, it has hosted a private festival that brings classical, jazz, Latin and other types of music to the land. This year there will be 16 concerts, including three “Grotto Concerts”, where guests take a 45-minute boat ride down the Colorado River to performances.
Events start at $25. moabmusicfest.org.
Cheyenne Frontier DaysWhere: Cheyenne, Wyoming
When: July 19-28
There’s something for everyone at this 117-year-old festival, from an “Indian village” and Old West museum to country concerts. But the competition is still the main attraction, with cowboys and cowgirls competing for major money in the world’s largest outdoor stage.
Competition tickets start at $18, and concert tickets at $23. cfdrodeo.com.
The Glimmerglass FestivalWhere: Cooperstown, New York
When: July 6-Aug. 24
Each summer, opera lovers from around the country (and the world) travel to upstate New York to watch productions that include stars like Nathan Gunn and Ginger Costa-Jackson. This year’s performances include Wagner’s “The Flying Dutchman” and Verdi’s “King for a Day”, in honor of the 200th birthdays of both composers (作曲家).
Tickets start at $26. glimmerglass.org.
1. If you want to enjoy a “Grotto Concert”, which date suits you best?| A．June 15. | B．July 19. |
| C．August 24. | D．September 4. |
| A．Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival. |
| B．the Glimmerglass Festival. |
| C．Cheyenne Frontier Days. |
| D．Moab Music Festival. |
| A．Education. | B．Art. |
| C．Business. | D．Literature. |
7 . Bird Talk includes everything you need to know to help keep your bird healthy and active. Get important information on bird healthcare and nutrition, step-by-step training and caging tips. Readers also enjoy colorful photos, entertaining stories, and a centerfold poster in each monthly issue.
Issues(期) per year: 12 Our price: $13.99 Cover price: $47.88
Art on Paper is a bimonthly(两月一次的) art magazine devoted to works on paper. Offering a balanced range of media and historical periods. Art on Paper presents current information about exhibitions and the marketplace. Each issue.contains news and announcements, reviews of current and recent museum and gallery exhibitions, as well as limited-edition prints.
Issues per year: 6 Our price: $45.00 Cover price: $80.00
Disney Adventures is for children aged 7 to 14 who are eager to learn. This wacky and exciting magazine focuses on fun and action-packed adventure covering the world of entertainment, comics, sports, technology, and weird science.
Issues per year: 10 Our price: $14.95 Cover price: $29.90
Mother Earth News is a country lifestyle publication dedicated to helping readers with the how-to information of home building and home improvement. Topics include building, gardening, homesteading, do-it-yourself, kitchen and so on.
Issues per year: 6 Our price: $18.00 Cover price: $23.70
1. If you order Disney Adventures for five years, how many issues could you get in all?| A．60. | B．50. | C．12. | D．30 |
| A．It is published once a month. | B．It is for children under 14 |
| C．It can teach a bird how to talk. | D．It focuses on outdoor recreation |
| A．to compare advantages of four magazines | B．to provide readers with more entertainment |
| C．to get readers to buy these magazines | D．to introduce four magazines to readers |
| The 22nd Winter Olympic Games Duration: February 7 to February 23, 2014. Host city: Sochi, Russia Number of athletes: over 3000 athletes from 88 countries Total number of events: 98 |
| China football, September 15, 2013 Beijing Guo’an Team VS Shanghai Shenhua Team TIME: September 15(19:30) PLACE: Beijing Worker’s Stadium TICKET PRICE: ￥100 for a adult; half for students |
| The Beijing-Guilin High Speed Railway Open time: December 28, 2013 Number of stations: 19 (including Beijing and Guilin) Departure time: 7:46 a.m. Arrival time: 6:18 p.m. |
| A．Beijing | B．Sochi | C．Rome | D．London |
| A．On September 15, 2013. |
| B．On February 7, 2014. |
| C．On February 23, 2014. |
| D．On September 25, 2013. |
| A．500 | B．450 | C．350 | D．250 |
9 . It’s time to put your two-wheeler to good use on these fun bike paths-each varying in distance and difficulty. Just choose one fit for you.
Paulinskill Valley Trail
Check out Paulinskill Valley Trail, filled with forests, wetlands, and small towns along this 25-mile route. While the trail is mostly flat, you can do a quick ride. You’re likely to catch sight of beautiful birds, considering more than 100 species find a home in the land near the path. Check out the trail in the fall—prime time for pretty sights.
Ala Hele Makalae
On the island of Kaui, you’ll find a bike path with lots of beachy views that’ll leave you feeling accomplished yet calm. The name translates to “The Path that Goes By Coast”, and, as you might guess, the seven-mile path hugs the shoreline. Start early enough and you’ll witness an incredible sunrise to make it even more amazing.
The Cheaha Route
This ride covers up to 126 miles, with steep climbs and extreme downhills along the way. So prepare for a thrilling ride—one that’s not necessarily for the inexperienced or those looking for an easy, casual ride. Along the route, you’ll pedal through five towns. The journey is worth it, though, because you get some of the most scenic views in the state.
The Whitefish Trail
Famous for its countless route options, whether you’re a new biker looking for smooth tracks or you have more experience and want to play around on rocky, more technical land, this bike path brings in lots of visitors. The 43-mile route offers beautiful green scenery. Around every corner, you’ll see a new amazing landscape, from glassy lakes to green mountains.
1. What do we know about Ala Hele Makalae?| A．It covers the longest distance. |
| B．It offers you a lot of beachy views. |
| C．It makes you feel nervous but satisfied. |
| D．It provides you with steep and dangerous climbs. |
| A．Ala Hele Makalae. | B．The Cheaha Route. |
| C．Paulinskill Valley Trail. | D．The Whitefish Trail. |
| A．They have a wonderful landscape. | B．Different species can be found there. |
| C．They’re fit for inexperienced bikers. | D．Various barriers are along the routes. |
10 . Does your local high school have a student newspaper? Only 1 in 8 of New York’s public high schools has student newspapers- and many of those are published just a few times a year.
Rebecca Dwarka, an 18-yeax-old senior who works for her student paper said, “Nowadays nearly nobody wants to actually sit down and read a whole article about the news, This makes ’a whole article’ sound a little like a long sentence in lonely places.”
I am not nostalgic (怀旧的) about high school student newspapers. I put out what was then called a personal magazine with a group of friends because we wanted to write about peace, war and rock and roll without school officials warming us not to make jokes of this or that.
School newspapers are in decline because students now find out what happened on social networking websites. This is a little discouraging because it proves that for millions of Americans, journalism is becoming a do-it-yourself thing. Every citizen can be a reporter.
When something happens, we look for social media messages. They have become the means by which citizens and reporters can prove, deny(否认), pass on stories and express opinions without the press’s challenging, researching or delaying the messages
But truly good journalism is a craft, not just a blog post. It requires observing something carefully and it uses an eye for detail to help illuminate(阐明) a larger view. And even journalism that expresses an opinion tries to be fair. If school newspapers begin to disappear, I hope there are other ways for students to learn that.
1. What can we infer from Rebecca’s words?| A．School newspapers are becoming unpopular. |
| B．Long sentences are becoming popular in lonely places. |
| C．School newspapers are the slowest way of spreading. |
| D．Students like reading detailed articles. |
| A．They make journalism become a craft. |
| B．They represent the power of small voices. |
| C．They are coming without careful research. |
| D．They are usually discouraging for readers. |
| A．Express an opinion in a fair way. |
| B．Ignore some details. |
| C．Spread a message quickly. |
| D．Act as blog posts in modern times. |
| A．Social media or newspapers? |
| B．High School Newspapers- an Endangered Species |
| C．Everyone can Become a Reporter at Present |
| D．Social Networking Brings about New Journalism |
