1 . China has a history of thousands of years, which gives it a lot of historical sites, which include the Summer Place, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army, the Potala Palace and the Mogao Grottoe. All of these are UNESCO World Heritage

The Summer Palace: China’s Largest Imperial Garden
Location: Beijing

The Summer Palace is China’s largest imperial garden. UNESCO added this 300-hectare site to the World Heritage List in 1998. There are numerous stores in Suzhou Street, selling souvenirs like antiques, snacks, silk, jewelry and tea. The shop assistants there are dressed in the costumes of the Qing Dynasty.

The Terracotta Warriors: First Emperor Qin’s Buried Army
Location: Xi’an

The museum covers an area of 22,780 square meters. Over 8,000 life-size terracotta soldiers and horses, and more than 10,000 bronze weapons were unearthed. The Terracotta Army is candidate for the title “eighth wonder of the world”

The Potala Palace: Masterpiece of Tibetan Architecture
Location: Lhasa

It was first built as the palace of Songtsen Gampo (617-650), founder of the Tu-Bo Dynasty. After being rebuilt in the 17th century, it was the residence of Dalai Lamas.There are plenty of precious historical relics in the palace, including over 10,000 Buddha statues made of gold, silver, jade, wood or clay.

The Mogao Grottoes:a Holy Land of Buddhist Art
Location: Dunhuang

The Mogao Grottoes has 735 grottoes, 450,000 square meters of mural paintings, 2,415 colored Buddha statues made of clay, and more than 50,000 historical relics. All of these make the Mogao Grottoes the largest and the most significant land of Buddhist art.

There are some bestsellers including some of these historical sites
●4-Day Lhasa Highlight Tour
●11-Day Classic Wonders Tour — Beijing, Xi’an, Lhasa
●16-Day Memories of China with Yangtze Cruise — Beijing, Xi’an, Yangtze,Shangha
You could always contact us to tailor your own unique tour of China’s historical sites.
1. Where can you buy gifts for your friend who is a tea lover?

A．At the Potala Palace.	B．At the Terracotta Warriors.
C．At the Summer Palace.	D．At the Mogao Grottoes.

2. Which of the following items can you see during 11-Day Classic Wonders Tour EXCEPT         .

A．magnificent mural paintings	B．Buddha statues made of jade
C．terracotta soldiers and horses	D．grottoes with mural paintings

3. What can we learn from the passage?

A．The Terracotta Warriors is the eighth wonder of the world.

B．The Mogao Grottoes is the most important place of Buddhist art.

C．Only three tour packages are available for tourists to choose.

D．The Potala Palace was first constructed for the residence of Dalai Lamas.

2 . Calling for Contributions

Keen to share your views and have your articles published in the Campus Link? We are calling for contributions to the following sections:

Lifestyle:

Do you travel widely, keep a journal of your adventures and have nice photographs that you might want to share? Or have you simply been somewhere that caught your imagination? Tell us all about your travels!

Are you an eager movie-goer? Be Leonard Maltin for the day and share your views of the latest blockbuster (大片) with our readers!

If food is your preferred choice of relaxation, try your hand at being food critic and send us your views on food/restaurants worth trying.

Class Notes:

Whether it’s about your accomplishments, memories of campus days, your recent career or a new addition to your family, we welcome you to share your news, views and photos with friends and classmates through Class Notes. Read about your classmates in this issue of Campus Link.

Research:

If this noble line of work is your bread and butter or passion, we want to hear from you! Share with Campus Link your research developments and breakthroughs. If you know of someone (your schoolmate or teacher) whose research work is a source of inspiration for our community, do not hesitate to send in your suggestions!

If you are interested in sharing any of the above, or if you know of someone worthy of feature, please get in touch with the Editor-in-Chief, at karinyeo@campuslink.sg.

Contributions will be selected based on their relevance and quality and Campus Link reserves the right to publish or reject a submission. All contributions will be edited for clarity and length. Please send your submissions in word.doc files and your photos in jpeg format.

Contributions for the next issue should reach us by 10 July 2013.

1. In the Lifestyle section, you may not find ________ .

A．journals of travels

B．stories of Leonard Maltin

C．well-taken photographs

D．opinions on restaurants

2. Which of the following is TRUE about Campus Link?

A．It offers readers bread and butter.

B．It is a source of inspiration for the community.

C．It helps you to recognize your schoolmates and teachers.

D．It welcomes research developments and breakthroughs.

3. The poster aims to________.

A．declare the rights of Campus Link

B．introduce someone worthy of feature

C．encourage contributions for the next issue

D．share views and articles among teachers

3 . The smell, the warmth, the distinct taste-a good cup of coffee is what gets us through the day and helps us to unwind at the end of it. And in walks the Pod Coffee Machine. This skillful kitchen device is here for convenience.

Pros	Cons
●Usually quite small-sized. ●Cheap to buy-some cost as little as £40. ●Good for occasional coffee drinkers, as the sealed pods keep coffee fresh.	●More expensive per drink than bean-to-cup coffee or beans. ●Coffee pods create waste, as many pods are plastic.

To ensure that you get the best fix of caffeine, we’ve rounded up a list of what we consider the best pod coffee machines in mind.

Hamilton Beach (49976) Pod Coffee Machine

Twice as nice! Whether it’s for a quick cup on the go or a coffee date with friends, this hot beverage maker gives you the option to select a single serving or to brew up a whole pot.

★★★★ 21, 017 ratings

$104.99     

Currently unavailable. We don’t know when this item will be back in stock.

Nespresso Pixie Espresso Pod Coffee Machine

Designed to please, not only is this machine small enough to fit in the smallest of kitchens, but the19-bar high-pressure pump also ensures that each pod is released to ensure master-style results, Heating up in only 25 seconds, this single-serve kitchen buddy will have your coffee ready in less than 2 minutes.

★★★ 613 ratings

$159.95

Nespresso Inissia Original Pod Coffee Machine

This PREMIUM CHOICE model is ideal for small households who enjoy novel coffees that are prepared in no time at all. Or you can prepare the coffee for the go.

★★★★★ 3, 676 ratings

$149.95 Only 10 left in stock. Order soon.

$66.75 (Second-hand)

Keuring K55 / K-Classic Pod Coffee Machine

If the strength or weakness of your coffee is one of your greatest concern, then this machine might come in quite handy. The smaller the pod, the stronger the coffee.

★★★ 2, 665 ratings

$118.26     

1. According to the article, the Pod Coffee Machine attracts ______.

A．environment conservationists	B．heavy coffee drinkers
C．occasional coffee drinkers	D．bean-to-cup coffee lovers

2. ______ is a good choice for a customer who has a budget of$100 for a coffee machine.

A．Hamilton Beach (49976) Pod Coffee Machine	B．Nespresso Inissia Original Pod Coffee Machine
C．Nespresso Pixie Espresso Pod Coffee Machine	D．Keuring K55 / K-Classic Pod Coffee Machine

3. Where are you least likely to read the article?

A．In a newspaper.	B．In a magazine.
C．On the homepage of Espresso	D．In an appliance brochure.

4 . One of the best things to do in the south of Albania is taking a mussel (贻贝) tour. The area near Ksamil and Butrint is famous for its mussels. The mussel tour leaves from the Ksamil village. You will get on a traditional boat, which takes you to the mussel beds. You will be shown how mussels are cultivated, collected and cleaned.

Local experience with local guide

Schedule:

- Meet your captain at the lake.

- Introductions.

- Reach mussel beds, where you meet our “Queen”, and learn about the mussel cultivation.

- Set off from the mussel beds and journey to the ancient city ruins of Butrint.

- Time to taste two kinds of mussel dishes served with locally produced white wine in an idyllic (田园般的) setting.

- Return to the port.

Timing:

Tours run every day, Monday-Sunday

11:00-13:30 or 16:00-18:30

Tour expense($200 per person) includes:

- Boat trip

- Local guide

- Food (two kinds of mussel dish, homema de bread, fresh vegetable)

- Drinks(white wine and water)

Basic information:

Sanall: traditional handmade boat, a typical example of a vessel (船) the mussel farmers use daily

Mussel beds: concrete (混凝土的) structure where they cultivate mussels

Necessaries:

- Report to your guide if you are allergic (过敏的) to mussels, so other dishes can be prepared,e. g. freshfish.

- Take hats and sunglasses.

- Bring a local map with you.

Safety:

- Life jacket for everyone on the boat

- Each boat has a first aid kit.

We offer an authentic (真实的) experience for everyone.

Book your tour:

Contact: +355672000981

Mail: ksamilnebo@gmail.com

Remember: The tour is seasonal, from May till the end of September.

1. What can you do during the mussel tour?

A．Take a tour to Ksamil village.	B．Meet the guide at the lake.
C．Have mussel dishes with white wine.	D．Cultivate, collect and clean the mussels.

2. When can you take a mussel tour?

A．June 7, 11:30-13:30	B．July 5, 13:30-16:00
C．September 21, 10:00-13:00	D．November 15, 16:00-18:30

3. You should bring the following by yourself except ________.

A．A hat.

B．Sunglasses.

C．A local map.

D．A life jacket.

6 . Are you still wondering about which club to choose? The following information about the clubs in our school may help you make a good choice.

Writing Club Advisor (顾问): Ms. Loll (cloll@ aacps. org) Club Meeting Time: Tuesday 10:00—10:30 Wednesday 9:30—10:00 Description: Writing Club is open to any student at SHS who would like help in improving writing and grammar skills.	Food Club Advisor: Ms King (laking@ aacps. org) Club Meeting Time: Tuesday 10:00—10:30 Thursday 10:00—10:30 Description: Love talking about food, cooking, and more? Food Club is your place. Join us to discuss all things about food and cooking.
Art Club Advisor: Ms. Hendryx (jhendryx@ aacps. org) Club Meeting Time: Tuesday 10:00—10:30 Friday 10:00—10:30 Description: Art Club is a time to work on your own artwork. We watch different videos which may include art skills and famous artists.	Book Club Advisor: Ms. Choulis (mchoulis@ aacps. org) Club Meeting Time: Monday 10:00—10:30 Thursday 9:30—10:00 Description: This is a club for students who love reading. Students will read books and then meet twice each week to have discussions about the book.

1. If you want to improve writing skills, which club is a good choice?

A．Writing Club.

B．Food Club.

C．Art Club.

D．Book Club.

2. What is the meeting time of Food Club?

A．Tuesday & Wednesday.	B．Tuesday & Thursday.
C．Tuesday & Friday.	D．Monday & Thursday.

3. Who can one contact if one chooses Art Club?

A．Ms. Loll.

B．Ms. King.

C．Ms. Hendryx.

D．Ms. Choulis.

7 . A famous magazine, Amusement Today, does a survey among park lovers every year both in the US and overseas, based on which, “Top 5 List of the Best Amusement Parks in the World” has come out as follows:

Disneyland, California

Disneyland is a theme park in Anaheim, California, the US. More than 515 million guests have traveled to this American landmark from around the world since the park first opened to guests on July 17, 1955. The park consists of many world-famous sections, such as Main Street, Adventure land, New Orleans Square, and so on.

Magic Kingdom, Disney World, Florida

Magic Kingdom is a theme park within the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, near Orlando opened on October 1, 1971. It is the most famous theme park in Florida. The park’s design and attractions don’t make much difference from Disneyland Park in Anaheim.

EPCOT, Disney World, Florida

EPCOT is the second theme park built at the Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida. The park opened on October 1, 1982, and was named EPCOT Center from 1982 to 1993. It was the largest Disney theme park in the world until 1998, when Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened.

Disney­MGM Studios, Florida

MGM’s streets are the home for some great movie­themed attractions with a history of less than 30 years. With the addition of the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and the Rock and Roller Coaster, the park is now home to Disney World’s most thrilling rides.

Universal Studios, Florida

Go behind the scenes, beyond the screen and jump right into the action of your favorite movies at Universal Studios, the number one movie and TV theme park in the world.

1. Which of the following theme parks have similar attractions?

A．Disneyland & Magic Kingdom.

B．Disneyland & Universal Studios.

C．EPCOT & Disney­MGM Studios.

D．Magic Kingdom & Universal Studios.

2. Which park has the longest history?

A．Magic Kingdom, Disney World, Florida.

B．Disney­MGM Studios, Florida.

C．EPCOT, Disney World, Florida.

D．Disneyland, California.

3. What’s the purpose of the passage?

A．To attract tourists to these theme parks.

B．To increase the sales of Amusement Today.

C．To introduce world’s best amusement parks.

D．To compare attractions in different theme parks.

8 . Women’s Poetry Competition 2024

Welcome to Mslexia, the only magazine where every reader is a potential contributor too. Almost every part of the magazine is open to submission by any woman writer. Our competition is open to unpublished poems of any length. Your £10 entry fee allows you to submit up to three poems. The judge this year is the outstanding and award-winning writer Pascale Petit.

Prizes

1st: £2,000; 2nd: £500; 3rd: £250 (Each prize goes for one person.)

Unpublished Poetry Prize for the best poem by a previously unknown poet: £250.

The four winners, plus sixteen additional finalists will have their poems published in the May issue of Mslexia.

Results

The deadline for all entries is 23:59 GMT, 6 March, 2024

The winners and finalists will be announced on 1 April, 2024

How to enter

Add the entry fee to your basket and go to the checkout. Once the order is completed, you’ll be taken to a submit page where the entry form is located. Click the “Enter Now” button. You can submit at a later date by typing into your Mslexia online account and going to the “competitions” bill.

Visit our Entry Instructions for a more comprehensive guide on how to enter, and be sure to read our Rules before submitting your entries.

Frequently-asked questions

Have a question about formatting, eligibility(资格), or anything else?

Ready to enter? Please see our Entry Instructions. For any further information, call us at 0191 204 8860 or email competitions@mslexia.co.uk.

1. How many winners will get prize money?

A．Three.

B．Four.

C．Sixteen.

D．Twenty.

2. Which of the following will result in disqualification?

A．Submitting two poems.	B．Visiting Entry Instructions.
C．Writing a poem of 120 words.	D．Mailing your entry on April 1.

3. Where can the text be found?

A．In a textbook.

B．In an art magazine.

C．On a website.

D．In a local newspaper.

9 . 语法填空

A Lifelong Journey, the latest TV series adapted from writer Liang Xiaosheng’s novel has been     1     huge hit on TV and online. Some famous actors, such as Lei Jiayin, Song Jia, and Yin Tao, join in the show, which     2    (focus) on the ups and downs of Zhou’s family over five decades. It is set in the 1970s so it’s not surprising     3     the family has to deal with lots of social changes. The show explores themes of family, friendship and romance. Many viewers describe the show     4     a time machine reflecting how we get here.

    5    (paint) a picture of ordinary Chinese people living in the changing times, the novel won the writer Liang, the 10th Mao Dun Literary Award, one of China’s top literary     6    (award). So far millions of people have been touched by the family’s story, which makes readers find out     7     lies deep in their hearts.

Translating such a series of stories to the small screen had been a challenge for scriptwriter Wang Hailing. “    8    (frank) speaking, it is very difficult,” Wang said. “The lives of the three siblings are telling the story of a small family. But when we consider the         9    (big) picture, the country itself is made up of millions of such small families.” According to Cheng Wu, producer of A Lifelong Journey, a deep sense of     10       (responsible) inspired him to produce the best adaptation of the work.

10 . Here come four most popular clubs in our school! Join us, and we will help you to find your own shining points, lead you to find beauty and to create beauty, and make your campus life as fulfilling and happy as a dream.

Basketball Club

Students will be able to develop their basketball skills further and have the opportunity to compete in basketball games with members from other international schools in Beijing. The club will be available to 10-16 members from Grades 5 to 8, and will practice twice weekly.

Public Speaking Club

The Public Speaking Club will be centered around the personal development of students along with developing public speaking skills. The club will be interested in focusing on all skills in delivering better speeches and improving communication skills. The club will be available to 10-12 members from Grades 7 to 12, and will meet once weekly (Wednesday).

Yoga Club

Yoga not only improves balance, flexibility, and joint stability, but also serves as a peaceful escape from the stress of daily life. Our students will have the chance to physically exercise while reducing some stress from their life. The club will be available to 10-16 members from Grades 7 to 12, and will meet once weekly (Tuesday).

Media Club

The Media Club teaches students the basics of journalism. The club engages in a wide range of activities like interviewing teachers and students, writing about big events on campus, and operating the weekly school radio broadcasts. The club will be available to 8-12 members from Grades 6 to 12 and will meet once weekly (Monday).

1. Which club will attract students who want to get both mental and physical benefits?

A．Basketball Club.

B．Public Speaking Club.

C．Yoga Club.

D．Media Club.

2. What will club members do at the Media Club?

A．Set up a school radio.	B．Write imaginary stories.
C．Learn public speaking skills.	D．Interview teachers and students.

3. Where can the text be found?

A．In a school introduction.	B．In a research paper.
C．In a history textbook.	D．In a guidebook.