1 . Since its launch in 1981, China Daily has served a vital role in telling the world about China and providing valuable insight into the world’s second-largest economy. The following are some branding events, conducted by it, which have advanced public diplomacy(外交)and international communication.
Vision China Lectures
A series of talks are organized by China Daily in which leading political and business figures are invited to speak and interact live with domestic and foreign audiences. The Vision China lectures focus on major issues facing China and the world and explore what China’s successful stories mean for the world and how Chinese wisdom can help the world.
China Watch Think Tank Forum
Elites(精英), including opinion leaders, politicians and businesspersons with expertise(专业知识)on China, discuss topics on the developments and the future of China and the world in China Watch Think Tank Forum.
Asia Leadership Roundtable
The China Daily Asia Leadership Roundtable provides a platform for high-level dialogue and communication among leaders and social elites in the fields of politics, business and academia in Asia.
TESOL China Assembly
Organized by China Daily in partnership with TESOL International Association (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages), TESOL China Assembly is a highlevel international English Language Teaching (ELT) event in China. It aims to promote scholarship and cross-cultural understanding among English educators in China, and to enhance dialogue between China’s ELT professionals with their peers worldwide.
1. What can participants of “Vision China Lectures” get?| A．Some practical skills of public speaking. |
| B．Some wisdom implied in the Chinese fictional stories. |
| C．Some helpful inspirations and experience of development of China. |
| D．Some differences of lifestyle between domestic and foreign audiences. |
| A．Economists from Japan. | B．Managers from Germany. |
| C．Finance Minister of India. | D．The head of People’s Bank of China. |
| A．TESOL China Assembly. | B．Vision China Lectures. |
| C．Asia Leadership Roundtable. | D．China Watch Think Tank Forum. |
2 . Just Cycle And fold away
There’s no excuse not to get on your bike this spring. Get your indoor cycling fix and feel the benefits.
Great for general cardio (有氧的) fitness, exercise bikes can be a brilliant way of training at home. However, choosing the right bike is incredibly important, which is something that Roger Black and his team recognized when creating the Roger Black Folding Bike.
“Excellent value for money. Especially the ability to fold the exercise bike into a vertical (直立的) position and wheel it away for storage. This can also prevent you from throwing your clothes on it at the end of the day! Even if we are limited on space at home and work, we can continue physical activity with a Roger Black folding bike. This bike is helping me achieve my fitness goals following a recent running injury.”
——Brian Smith
“Best Present EVER are the words from my 77-year-old father who received his Roger Black fitness bike for his birthday. He said it is so simple and easy to use. The seat is VERY comfortable, so using it every day is a pleasure. It folds away nearly so it can be stored behind a door when necessary.”
——Anna Farnham
Roger Black is offering a 10% discount on the full www.rogerblackfitness.com range of home fitness equipment for all Reader’s Digest readers. Please use discount code DIGEST10 at checkout.
1. What can people do with a Roger Black Folding Bike?| A．Cycle in the mountains. | B．Work out at home. |
| C．Hang their clothes. | D．Get a discount. |
| A．Easy storage. | B．Reasonable price. |
| C．Comfortable seats. | D．Excellent quality. |
| A．A textbook. | B．A blog post. | C．A magazine. | D．An academic article. |
Website: http://tupelopress.org
A cash prize of $8,500, publication by Tupelo Press, and 20 author copies are given annually for a story collection. The winner also receives the option of either a weeklong residency at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art in Massachusetts, or a two-week residency at Gentle House in Washington, both valued at $1,500. Submit an entry of 48 to 88 pages with a $30 entry fee by June 30.
Short Story Award for New Writers
Website: http://mastersreview.com
A cash prize of $3,000 and online publication in Masters Review are given twice yearly for a short story by a new writer. Writers who have not published a book are eligible (符合条件的). The winning story will be reviewed by a select group of literary agents, including Bent Agency and Writers House. Using only the online submission system, submit a story of up to 6,000 words with a $20 entry fee by August 31.
New Millennium Writing Awards
Website: http://newmillenniumwritings.org
Four cash prizes of $1,000 each and publication in New Millennium Writings are given twice yearly for a single poem, a short story, a fiction and a creative nonfiction. Previously unpublished works or works that have been published only online are eligible. Submit up to three poems totaling no more than five pages, a fiction or a creative nonfiction of up to 7,000 words with a $20 entry fee by July 31.
Short Memoir (回忆录) Prize
Website: http://fishpublishing.com
A cash prize of $1,035 and publication in the Fish Publishing are given annually for a short memoir. The winner is also invited to give a reading at the West Cork Literary Festival in August 2024. Submit a memoir of up to 4,000 words with a $19 entry fee by July 31.
1. Which one charges the highest entry fee?| A．Dorset Prize. | B．Short Story Award for New Writers. |
| C．New Millennium Writing Awards. | D．Short Memoir Prize. |
| A．http://tupelopress.org | B．http://mastersreview.com |
| C．http://newmillenniumwritings.org | D．http://fishpublishing.com |
| A．They all take place once a year. |
| B．They are all intended for new writers. |
| C．They all have a cash prize for award winners. |
| D．They are all open to entries all the year round. |
4 . Passionate Volunteer Language Educators for International Global voyage Wanted
The Global English Español Training Programme (GET) is Peace Boar’s English and Spanish school. On our voyages, this programme is run by international teams of passionate volumeter teachers who inspire our students to use language to make connections with people from all over the world.
GET is now accepting applications for English and Spanish language teachers for the 113th Global Voyage. The applications must be submitted before August 1, 2023. All interviews will be conducted online and will take place between August 29, 2023 and September 2, 2023. For more information, download our application pack or send us an email.
Peace Boat and GET are keeping up-to-date with global COVID-19 developments. The safety of our passengers, volunteers, staff, and crew is most important.
Conditions of employment:
This position is for enthusiastic, highly motivated, dynamic individuals with a minimum of 18 months of full-time teaching experience. Applicants should be highly advanced speakers of English or Spanish, although it is not necessary to be a “native” or “first language” speaker. Certification, graduate degrees and or multi-language abilities are highly regarded-though not required. Please note: this is a volunteer position, but voyage expense are covered.
All successful applicants must be able to attend the pre-voyage ruling to be held in Tokyo roughly one week before the official departure date.
For Spanish teachers: Please note that all teacher relatexd GET Programme administrative activities and correspondence are conducted in English. All application material should be presented in English.
1. What is the applications deadline?| A．August 1, 2023. | B．August 31, 2023. |
| C．August 29, 2023. | D．September 2, 2023. |
| A．They must have full-time teaching experience. |
| B．They must have graduate degrees. |
| C．They have to pay for their voyage expenses themselves |
| D．They have to work with native speakers for over 18 months. |
| A．Learning about sea areas around Japan. |
| B．Taking a voyage around Japan before the departure date. |
| C．Keeping in close touch with GET administrative staff. |
| D．Writing their application material in English. |
5 . Photo Retouching Services
Fixthephoto offers online photo retouching (修图) services. Today we provide professional online retouching services of the highest level. Our retouchers make any kind of Photoshop work. Simply upload photos, write your requirements, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Photo Editing (编辑) Services We Provide:
Figure
Only $6 per photo. We will make portrait (肖像) photos look good and professionally edited. Our retouchers will improve body shapes and remove all unwanted imperfections.
Services included: color adjustment, skin smoothing, spots removal, and make-up correction.
Wedding
Only $0.25 per photo. Give a romantic feel to your photos. Our team will add highlights, adjust colors and improve the background fast.
Services included: color correction, smoothing out wrinkles on the skin and clothes and fixing lighting issues.
Product
Only $2.50 per photo. We will help you appeal to more customers. Our experts will skillfully edit your product photos and make them attractive.
Services included: background replacement, color correction, editing out shadows and noise reduction.
Jewellery
Only $5 per photo. Make your jewellery photos shine and look perfect. We will enhance jewels, replace background, make color correction and remove any unwanted objects.
Services included: background replacement, making the jewels look shiny, color enhancement, reflection removal and making metal surfaces smoother.
Use our online photo editing service, following just 4 simple steps:
1. Create an account and upload your photos.
2. Write detailed instructions and attach sample photos.
3. Get your edited photos back.
4. Accept the work or request changes.
Our photography retouchers will meet all your needs. You take photos, we edit.
1. How much will you spend if your portrait photo needs make-up correction?| A．$0.25. | B．$5. | C．$2.50. | D．$6. |
| A．Figure and Wedding. | B．Figure and Product. |
| C．Product and Jewellery. | D．Wedding and Jewellery. |
| A．Open an account on this website. | B．Upload your photos to retouchers. |
| C．Give a detailed self-introduction. | D．Take down your own requirements. |
6 . Best cheap family vacation in the US
Yellowstone,Wyoming
No other place on earth is like Yellowstone National Park. With challenging hikes into the backcuntry as well as disabled-accessible (可到达的) wooden boardwalks, the wonders of Yellowstone re for everyone. Bring a tent and get here early to take advantage of the affordable campgrounds, seven of which are first-come, first-served and five require reservations, all with fire pits for barbecues.
Hunter Mountain, New York
Hunter Mountain is an all-year-round destination. During the summer, there are paths to hike, trails to mountain bike along, nearby streams to play in and so much open space. During the winter, it’s one of a few locations on the east coast that offers really good skiing and snowboarding runs.
Destin Harbor, Florida
Seek fun in the sun in Destin, Florida, known for its fishing spots, white sand beaches and being less expensive than other popular destinations in the stale. Family-friendly activities include boating, snorkeling, parasailing or just strolling along the Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Use the money you saved for a sunset ride on &glass-bottom boat or a high-speed racer.
Sequoia Canyon National Park, Calfornia
To really impress your kids, head to Sequoia Canyon National Park where they can meet General Grant, the second largest tree in the world. The park also boasts 240 caves, parts of the Kings River, and the towering Moro Rock. Sequoia National Park also has some of the darkest skies in the country, making it one of the best places to observe the night sky.
1. Which of the following destination is accessible to the disabled?| A．Destin Harbor. |
| B．Hunter Mountain. |
| C．Yellowstone National Park. |
| D．Sequoia Canyon National Park. |
| A．Watch the night sky for the stars. |
| B．Put up a tent on the campground. |
| C．Take a ride on the glass-bottom boat. |
| D．Have a snowboarding experience in winter. |
| A．A big tree. | B．A large stone. | C．A campground. | D．A popular stream. |
7 . 3 Hour Off-Road Sunset Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate Detour
Overview
Experience spectacular views of the Grand Canyon South Rim without the crowds. With this tour, you’ll take the road less traveled to reach the iconic landmark, driving along scenic back roads in a comfortable 4WD safari vehicle and avoiding the busy south entrance gate. Stop to admire the views from Yavapai Point, Pipe Creek Canyon, and Duck on a Rock Overlook, then time your arrival to watch the sunset from Grand view Point.
What To Expect
* Grand Canyon South Rim Voted best and most fascinating 3-hour Sunset tour at Grand Canyon. Informative, local guides describe Grand Canyon geological formations, Native American history, mule and hiking trail systems, and the rich history of this region. Includes Tusayan pick-up,south entrance gate detour during 30 minute off-road hiking, viewing of native wildlife such as elk, deer and rare bird species in their natural environment; ending at Grand view Point where the fading sunlight turns the Canyon into vivid colors.
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
* Yavapai Point See magnificent vistas, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch.
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
* Pipe Creek Vista
Pipe Creek Viewpoint
*Grandview Point
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info AYSTA
*Confirmation will be received at time of booking
* Not recommended for travelers with back problems
*Minimum 2 people—if less call direct at 928-638-5337
*This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
1. What’s special about the trip route?| A．Light traffic. | B．Beautiful sunset. |
| C．Advanced vehicles. | D．Experienced guides. |
| A．3 hours. | B．4 hours. | C．4.75 hours. | D．5.25 hours. |
| A．Living far from public transportation. | B．Canceling two hours before the trip. |
| C．Suffering from back problems in the trip. | D．Failing to meet the number of visitors. |
8 . Visit Fort Worth Museum
Purchasing Tickets
Currently，tickets are available(可获得的)for purchase(购买)i-person only.
Senior (age 65+):$14
Adult (age 12-64):$16
Junior(age 3-11):$12
Child (age 0-2):Free
Cattle Raisers Museum
Admission(入场费)to the Cattle Raisers Museum is included with your ticket purchase!
Noble Planetarium
Tickets to the Noble Planetarium are now included with your ticket purchase!
Omni Theater
Closed for repair.
Museum Hours
Tuesday to Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon-5 p.m.
Monday:Closed
Parking
All parking lots in the Cultural District are owned by the City of Fort Worth and managed by Trail Drive Management Crop. On busy days, some lots may fill early. Guests can get directions to the public parking area on Google Maps.
Please use the main entrance(入口)on Gendy Street for entry. The Omni entrance is closed. Guests parking in the Lansford Parking Garage will need to walk to the main entrance on Gendy Street.
Members can receive a voucher(抵用券) for use at any paid Cultural District lot， on a space-available basis. The parking voucher is only available during Museum visits and provided upon check-in at the ticketing counter.
Looking for more information and some fun activities? Pick up a 2023 Guest Guide at the admissions counter.
1. How much might a young couple with two kids under 3 pay to visit the museum?| A．$16 | B．$32 |
| C．$48 | D．$56 |
| A．At 10 a.m.on Monday. |
| B．At 9 a.m.on Wednesday. |
| C．At 11 a.m.on Friday. |
| D．At 10 a.m.on Sunday. |
| A．Visiting the Omni Theater. |
| B．Personal guide service. |
| C．Checking in at the VIP counter. |
| D．A parking voucher. |
Up to now, the two episodes of Three Bodies released
A previous animation based on the “Three-Body” series also appeared as a hit when released in 2020. In the same year, the movie, The Wandering Earth, based on Liu’s short story of the same name,
10 . Long Island Restaurants with Outdoor Igloos (冰屋)
Smuggler Jack’sIgloo season at Smuggler Jack’s features sheltered, private dining with views of the Schmidt Canal. Igloos seat six to eight people and can be reserved for two-hour windows beginning at noon daily. A $25 fee applies all-day Sundays and after 4 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; $50 Fridays-Saturdays. More information: 516-798-6000, smugglerjacks.com.
Mirabelle TavernMirabelle’s lone outdoor igloo this year is available for dining Wednesday through Sunday. It features cushioned wooden chairs, a coffee table, oversized pillows and plenty of lighting. The restaurant’s full menu is available. Igloo seats six people. $150 for two hours ($200 on holidays), including a bottle of Prosecco with a food purchase. More information: 631-751-0555, lessings.com.
Coach Meeting HouseThere’s a courtyard dressed in holiday lights with heated igloos, allowing guests the option to lounge inside or out. Each igloo has a couch, chairs and TV. Once in an igloo, guests can use a scannable QR code menu to allow for contactless ordering via their phones. Igloos seat six to ten people, with reservations for a minimum $200 spend. More information: 516-588-9288, coachgrillandtavernoysterbay.com.
Brew CheeseLocated in an alleyway, the eatery has four igloos, which features greenery, lighting and a portable radiator. Customers order by calling the restaurant. Once the order is ready, a server brings it over. Reservations-1 hour and 15 minutes each-are encouraged; no fees; seats up to six comfortably. More information: 631-239-1927, brew-cheese.com.
1. Which number should a group of nine people call for dinner?| A．516-798-6000 | B．631-751-0555 | C．516-588-9288 | D．631-239-1927 |
| A．Smuggler Jack’s | B．Mirabelle Tavern |
| C．Coach Meeting House | D．Brew Cheese |
| A．In a history book. | B．In a travel brochure. |
| C．In an academic article. | D．In an art magazine. |
