1 . Visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Vatican City is not only the smallest country in the world, but also a treasure house of art and history. You can admire the impressive fresco paintings (壁画) of the Sistine Chapel, and explore the Vatican Museums, which house a big collection of masterpieces from ancient to modern times.
Skip-the-line tickets:
The best-selling tickets for access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Skip (跳过) the line tickets with priority access.
| Ticket | Type | Price | Reservation (预定) |
| Entrance | Full | €17.00/person | €4.00 |
| Entrance | Reduced | €8.00/person | €4.00 |
Reduced tickets:
Reduced tickets are available to children from 6 to 18 years of age, as well as students between the ages of 18 and 25. It is necessary to present a formal document at the university for the current year. There are no reductions for the over 65s.
Free entry:
Admission is free for children under 6 years of age. It is also free for disabled visitors and their carers. As it is not possible to book in advance, they will have to go directly to the “Special Permits” and /or “Reception” counters located in the entrance hall of the Vatican Museums.
Visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with audio guide
| Ticket | Type | Price | Reservation |
| Entrance +audio guide | Full | €24.00/person | €4.00 |
| Entrance +audio guide | Reduced | €15.00/person | €4.00 |
| Entrance +audio guide | Children (under age 6) | €13.00/person | €4.00 |
1. What does the Sistine Chapel feature?
| A．Fresco paintings. | B．Collected treasures. |
| C．The natural scenery. | D．The style of buildings. |
| A．Kids under age 6. | B．Students aged 6—25. |
| C．Adults aged over 65. | D．People with disabilities. |
| A．€48.00. | B．€61.00. | C．€63.00. | D．€75.00. |
2 . Wonka
Paddington 2 has been hailed as one of the all-time great family films. Now its director, Paul King, and his co-writer, Simon Farnaby, have turned their attention to another much-loved British children’s book character, Willy Wonka from Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. In this musical prequel, the top-hatted Wonka (Timothée Chalamet) opens his first sweet shop, with the help of an Oompa-Loompa played by Hugh Grant.
Released from 6 December internationally
The Boy and the Heron
Hayao Miyazaki is the director of such landmark works as My Neighbour Totoro and Howl’s Moving Castle. Now aged 82, he has said that his latest film, The Boy and the Heron, will be his last. Beginning with the bombing of Tokyo during World War Two, the story moves first to the countryside and then to a magical realm reminiscent of Spirited Away.
Released on 8 December in the US and Canada, and 26 December in the UK and Ireland
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
Momoa is back as Arthur Curry, the king of Atlantis, alongside Patrick Wilson as his half-brother, Amber Heard as his girlfriend, Nicole Kidman as his mother, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as his arch-enemy, Manta. The film’s director, James Wan told Clark Collis at Entertainment Weekly, “The beauty of this movie, this Aquaman world, is that ... we are our own separate universe.”
Released from 20 December internationally
Leave the World Behind
A family is having a quiet holiday in a rented house when some uninvited visitors announce that the world is coming to an end. That was the premise of Leave the World Behind, another apocalyptic thriller adapted from a novel. It features Julia Roberts and Ethan Hawke as the holidaying couple, and Mahershala Ali as the mystery man who turns up with his daughter, Myha’la Herrold. Can either family trust the other one? The film is “one of the year’s best and no doubt will spark massive amounts of conversation”, says Kristen Lopez in The Wrap.
Released on 8 December on Netflix internationally
1. Who is the director of Paddington 2?| A．Simon Farnaby | B．Hayao Miyazaki | C．Paul King | D．James Wan |
| A．from 8 December. | B．from 20 December. |
| C．from 6 December. | D．from 26 December. |
| A．News report | B．Argumentation | C．Exposition | D．Advertisement |
1. How does the man feel about watching Star Wars?
| A．He wouldn’t mind seeing it again. |
| B．He’d prefer to watch something else. |
| C．He’d like to watch it if he had more time. |
| A．Fixing things. | B．Getting up early. | C．Cleaning the bathroom. |
| A．A talk show. | B．A sports event. | C．A reality show. |
4 . Four Magazines Your Kids Won’t Put Down!
In a world where screens are taking over, magazines can be a fun alternative to give our kids’ eyes a rest. There are all kinds of educational/teacher-recommended magazines you can subscribe to that your kids will love. Here is a list of our favorite magazines for kids to start reading today!
National Geographic Kids
We all know and love the adult version of National Geographic with inspiring and interesting stories and images of various cultures and animals around the world. Help your kids discover these same wonders with a subscription filled with fun activities and a range of topics.
Learn more: nationalgeographic.com
Sports Illustrated Kids
Does your kid love sports and nutrition? Or maybe you’re hoping to inspire them to grab a ball and play outside? Regardless, this sports magazine has the latest updates on athletes, health, and fun articles to learn about the life and experiences of sports players presented in a kid-friendly way.
Learn more: sikids.com
The Week Junior
This educational magazine has tons of engaging stories for girls and boys regarding current events and daily life. You can use this magazine as a tool for reading practice and a source for open and educational discussions at the dinner table.
Learn more: theweekjunior.com
Muse Magazine
This magazine subscription is your kid’s ticket to all things science and crafts-related. The weekly publication includes interesting storytelling, science experiments, and engaging activities for your kids to try at home!
Learn more: shop.cricketmedia.com
1. Which should you subscribe to if your kid is interested in wildlife?| A．National Geographic Kids. | B．Sports Illustrated Kids. |
| C．The Week Junior. | D．Muse Magazine. |
| A．They are both vividly illustrated. |
| B．They are both published weekly. |
| C．They both include science experiments. |
| D．They are both sources for educational discussions. |
| A．A textbook. | B．A kid magazine. | C．A novel. | D．A website. |
5 . Top Chinese Restaurants in the Greater Seattle Area
Dumpling Generation
As the name implies, baskets of steamed dumplings are the move here. The wrappers are hand-rolled—not too thin or thick—and the fillings are savory and juicy. Ifyou prefer a strong taste, get the dumplings that include Chinese chives (韭菜), which have large, flat leaves that aren’t afraid to announce their presence.
Xi’an Noodles
Biang biang noodles take their name from the satisfying sound you hear when chefs slap dough (面团) on the counter. The impact creates the specialty noodles of the northwest Chinese city of Xi’an. These chewy, hand-ripped noodles center in most dishes on the menu. Order them as a soup,or as a bowl tossed with spicy cumin (孜然) lamb or just some chili hot oil.
Friendship BBQ
The Northeastern-Chinese-style grilled baroque restaurant is actually the Seattle branch of a New York-based chain. Meats and seafood come coated in a cumin-forward seasoning with your choice of spice level. Don’t miss the side dishes, including the garlic eggplant, which is roasted until the flesh is covered with a garlic sauce. Despite its authentic taste, you’ll constantly be wowed by its cool new recipes. That’s probably what sets it apart in the Chinese food scene.
Imperial Garden
The dim sum menu contains all the favorites and any extras make great takeaway. But Imperial Garden’s star remains the Peking Roast Duck—shaved pieces of meat topped with long narrow pieces of shiny duck skin,served with steamed pancakes. While the restaurant uses white tablecloths and is spacious enough to accommodate large banquets, the vibe (氛围) isn’t formal.
1. What do Dumpling Generation and Xi’an Noodles have in common?| A．Steamed foods. | B．Plain taste. |
| C．Handmade dishes. | D．Northwestern origin. |
| A．It’s not locally owned. | B．It has innovative spirit. |
| C．It features roasted dishes. | D．It has casual atmosphere. |
| A．Imperial Garden. | B．Dumpling Generation. |
| C．Friendship BBQ. | D．Xi’an Noodles. |
6 . The best places for wild sleeping in England and Wales
Challacombe Meadows, Devon
Best for: privacy
Challacombe Meadows is close to miles of walking trails near Widecombe. Basic toilet facilities and running water are a short walk away, and there’s a cosy pub and a farm shop also nearby, for when it’s time to return to civilization. Tents from £ 45 per tent.
Bush Farm, Cornwall
Best for: freedom of choice
At Bush Farm, campers are offered the freedom of choice. Map in hand, you can put up your tent wherever you please. Days can be spent wild swimming, wandering through the countryside and, come the evening, there’s star gazing beneath ink-black skies. Tents from £12 per person.
The Wildman Woods, Carmarthenshire
Best for: life on the riverbanks
At this little-known site, you can put your tent on the banks of the River Sawdde. The Wildman Woods are as simple as they sound, with leafy pitches scattered among the trees near the water. During the day, it’s the perfect place for a paddle. Tents from £10 per person.
Penrhos Isaf Bothy, Gwyned
Best for: packing light
Bothies, simple huts traditionally used as mountain refuges that are open to all and free of charge. They’re a great alternative to wild camping if the weather is looking unstable and you don’t mind sharing with other travellers, who can arrive at any time.
1. Which place best suits people who emphasize private camping?| A．Challacombe Meadows, Devon. | B．Bush Farm, Cornwall. |
| C．The Wildman Woods, Carmarthenshire. | D．Penrhos Isaf Bothy, Gwyned. |
| A．Swim indoors. | B．Go to the pub. | C．Appreciate stars. | D．Walk downtown. |
| A．They are free of charge. |
| B．They are suitable for a paddle. |
| C．They were used as mountain shelters in the past. |
| D．They are favored by people enjoying wild sleeping. |
7 . SOLO Show
Red Bluff Art Gallery, California, calls on artists to attend an online solo show (个人作品秀) that will run for one full year. Open to all forms of art (i.e., painting, photography, sculpture, etc.) from people all over the world.
Contact: email director@redbluffartgallery.com or call 530-529-1332
Entry deadline (报名截止日期): November 10, 2022
Requirements:
Entry: Minimum: 1; Maximum: 20
Entry fee (参赛费用): $40.00 per entry
Imagine seeing your work in a 3D, walk-through virtual exhibit (虚拟展览)! We create this amazing and beautiful tool for the promotion (宣传) of your work. Use the Exhibit on social media, your website, newsletters, or in your emails. Your Solo Exhibit will also have its own page with the Red Bluff Art Gallery.
The Solo Exhibit gives total focus to your work and gives you a way to both promote and sell your own work yourself. You keep 100% of sales.
During the year of your Exhibit, when a work sells, you can use a new one to take its place. You can also make changes to descriptions and prices. There are no extra fees for doing this.
When signing up, you’d better enter between 10 and 20 pictures to make a good show. If any of your work is not used, all fees will be given back to you.
The solo show will run for one full year. A notice will be given to the email address you provide if your entries are chosen for the show. Please also make sure you enter your name so it can appear with your artwork titling.
For more information, please visit artist.callforentry.org.
1. What do we know about the solo show?| A．It mainly exhibits paintings. | B．It ends early in the year 2023. |
| C．It is actually an online exhibition. | D．It is held for artists from California. |
| A．get the entry fee back | B．keep part of the money |
| C．exhibit another work | D．attend the next show for free |
| A．Enter 10 to 20 entries. |
| B．Enter entries that won prizes. |
| C．Include their ideas on the promotion of entries. |
| D．Include others’ recommendations for their entries. |
8 . Looking for your next culture fix? Here are some must-see exhibitions that need to be on your radar.
Lucie Rie: The Adventure of Pottery, Kettle’s Yard, Cambridge
4 March-25 June
It showcases potter (陶艺师) Lucie Rie’s ground-breaking practice across six decades. The potter was a key figure in British post-war art, having moved away in 1938 from Vienna. Her technical innovations permanently extended the language of studio pottery. Her achievements range from functional tableware to elegant bowls and vases decorated with sgraffito.
Soutine |Kossoff, Hastings Contemporary, East Sussex
1 April-24 September
It’s the first show to explore the relationship between Leon Kossoff, whose thickly applied paint landscapes of post-war London are well known, and Paris trained artist Chaim Soutine. Kossoff discovered Soutine’s works in the early 1950s and was greatly influenced by it. The two artists shared an Eastern European Jewish heritage, and both created excellent works from the stuff of everyday life.
Luxury and power: Persia to Greece, British Museum
4 May-13 August.
It examines the political power of luxury goods in the Middle East and Southeast Europe between 550-30 BC. This was a period when the Persian Empire was in conflict with the cities and kingdoms of Greece before being occupied by Alexander the Great. Loans to the exhibition include the Panagyurishte Treasure from Bulgaria.
Audubon’s Birds of America, Compton Verney
1 July-1 October
On tour from the National Museums Scotland, Audubon’s Birds of America examines the artistry and legacy of one of the world’s rarest, most coveted and largest books. Published as a series between 1827 and 1838, and nearly 1 metre high, Birds of America by John James Audubon achieved international renown due to its epic scale and the book’s spectacular, large-scale ornithological illustrations. Compton Verney’s grounds are a wildlife shelter, so make the perfect setting for the show.
1. How long did Lucie Rie work on pottery?| A．About 80 years. | B．About 70 years. | C．About 60 years. | D．About 50 years. |
| A．Audubon. | B．Soutine. | C．Lucie. | D．Kossoff. |
| A．Compton Verney. | B．Hastings Contemporary. |
| C．British Museum. | D．Kettle’s Yard. |
9 . Garden for the Environment is excited to have you volunteer! We would prefer that you stay for the entire shift(10 a.m.—3 p.m.) to maximize the amount of work we accomplish. However, we understand if you need to leave early—just let us know when you arrive.
Volunteer Shift Guidelines:
·Arrive by 9:50 a.m. Introductions and instructions will be provided by GFE staff at 10 a.m.
·Bring your own gardening gloves they are highly recommended for your safety. We will no longer be lending out our gloves for health and safety reasons.
·Bring water, snacks and/or lunch, sun protection, and wear close-toed shoes and clothes you feel comfortable moving in.
·You may sign up for no more than one shift at a time to allow access to all who want to help. GFE staff reserves the right to cancel shifts if there’s overbooking. Feel free to sign up for another as soon as you finish one.
·Each person in your party (including children) must be signed up.
·To keep all volunteers safe, children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers 13—17 years old may come on their own but will need a parent or guardian to sign a waiver(弃权书).
·No walk-up registration is permitted for volunteer shifts.
·Please sign up only if you are 100% sure you can participate to avoid canceled: tickets.
Accessibility information:
·A hand-washing station, water bottle filler, and an all-gender portable toilet will be provided.
·There are many steps in the garden, including a large staircase or steep slope to get to the portable toilet. Within the garden, there are several small steps, but large parts of the garden with no steps at all.
·Kneepads are available for use.
1. What is offered by GFE?| A．Gardening gloves. | B．Sun protection. |
| C．Lunch. | D．Kneepads. |
| A．He must sign up the shifts twice. |
| B．He must be accompanied by an adult. |
| C．He should pay for the loss if he can’t participate. |
| D．His parent or a guardian need to sign a document. |
| A．To introduce. | B．To educate. |
| C．To attract. | D．To promote. |
10 . Down syndrome(唐氏综合征)changes the course of the individual’s development and causes learning disabilities. But this doesn’t mean people with Down syndrome are not capable of being successful in life.
Karen Gaffney
She is the first person with Down syndrome to complete a relay swim of the English Channel. She is also a noteworthy(显著的)individual for being the first person with Down syndrome to be awarded an honorary doctor’s degree. Karen serves as the president of the Karen Gaffney Foundation of Portland. The organization is dedicated to helping those who have Down syndrome.
Madeline Stuart
She is an Australian model with this disorder. She is responsible for changing the face of the modeling industry. She’s walked in New York Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week and London Fashion Week, despite having Down syndrome. Madeline is credited as being the world’s first supermodel with Down syndrome.
Tommy Jessop
He is noteworthy for being one of the first Down syndrome actors to star in a prime-time (黄金时段)BBC drama, On top of acting in movies, Tommy has played many parts in theater, such as the role of Hamlet. He has won several Best Actor Awards and received an honourable mention for his acting talent from the 17th European Film Festival Koszalin, Poland.
Collette Divitto
She is responsible for founding Collettey’s Cookies, a cookie company based in Boston. After failing to find a job for 2 years, Collette was inspired by her friends to open her own business, which is still doing well. Collettey’s Cookies employs around 20 people and about half of them are people with disabilities. She hopes to help create more jobs for people with disabilities.
1. Who went the furthest academically?| A．Karen Gaffney. | B．Tommy Jessop. |
| C．Madeline Stuart. | D．Collette Divitto. |
| A．She set up Collettey’s Cookies. |
| B．She won several Best Actor Awards. |
| C．She is the world’s first supermodel with Down syndrome. |
| D．She completed a relay swim of the English Channel. |
| A．A review on Hollywood films. | B．A fashion magazine. |
| C．A textbook on mathematics. | D．A book of inspirational stories. |
