1 . Do you want to find some books to read? If so, here is a list of them.
Journeys of a LifetimeAdapted from the favorite trips of National Geographic’s travel writers, Journeys of a Lifetime crosses the globe to highlight the world’s most famous and little-known destinations. It presents lots of possibilities, from ocean voyage around Antarctica to horse riding in the Andes. Every continent and every possible form of transport is covered.
Destinations of a LifetimeDestinations of a Lifetime takes you on a photographic tour of the world’s most impressive destinations. Hundreds of the most amazing locations—both natural and man-made—are illustrated with vivid images taken by the world-class photographers. Destinations of a Lifetime includes all the information: when to go, where to eat, where to stay, and what to do to ensure the most interesting experience.
World’s Best Travel ExperiencesPopular actor and award-winning travel writer Andrew McCarthy writes the foreword (序言) to this great book, offering 400 excellent destinations chosen by National Geographic’s family. It will appeal to active travelers looking for the next great trip as well as to the many readers who simply love dreaming of visiting faraway and peaceful destinations.
Lonely Planet’s Ultimate TravelThis collection of the 500 most unmissable sights and attractions in the world has been ranked by Lonely Planet’s global community, so big sights such as the Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal battle it out for a prized place in the top 10, making this the only list you’ll ever need.
1. Which book will offer readers the information about restaurants?| A．Journeys of a Lifetime. | B．Destinations of a Lifetime. |
| C．World’s Best Travel Experiences. | D．Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel. |
| A．They offer impressive tourist information. |
| B．They recommend faraway locations. |
| C．They are included in National Geographic. |
| D．They introduce the same destinations. |
| A．Fashion. | B．Society. | C．Economy. | D．Literature. |
2 . If you like tasting food from different countries, here are some events you shouldn’t miss in New York City this year.
Chinatown Restaurant Week, March 14—30
Various meals will be offered for $18.88 per person at participating Chinatown restaurants such as Golden Unicorn, Nom Wah Tea Parlor, HK Wonton Garden, Pho Grand, Red Egg and Shanghai Gourmet. Peking Duck House will offer a special at lunch only.
More Info: www.chinatownrestaurantweck.com
Martini Week, March 15—30
Martini Week is a two-week-long celebration of America’s proudest invention. It will beheld at 23 bars and restaurants across the town. They’ll be offering their own unique specialities at low prices. Choose from places, including Ava lounge, Beaumarchais, Catch, Abe&Arthur’s Sons of Essex, Bounce Sporting Club, Aspen Social, Revel, Rayuela, and more.
More Info: www.sociallysuperlative.com
Malaysian Restaurant Week, June 18—24
Malaysian restaurants will offer various $20.12 meals, while Asian-influenced restaurants will feature a special limited-time-only menu inspired by the country’s special flavours. Participating restaurants include Fatty Crab, Mechelin-starred Laut, Penang and Spice Market.
More Info: www.Malaysiakitchennyc.com
Italian Restaurant Week, June 26—July 6
Celebrate New York City’s fifth Italian Restaurant Week --the Italian Dine Out. The 11-dayevent will offer special discounted lunch and dinner prices of $23 at New York City’s most authentic Italian restaurants. Sponsored by the Italian Trade Commission,the Italian Dine Out offers diners special 3-course menus for lunch and dinner.
More Info: www.italianmade.com
Belgian Restaurant Week, July 21—28
This is your chance to enjoy tasty multi-course meals and some of the world’s finest beers. The Belgian restaurants in NY bring you amazing cuisines and great beers during a week-long celebration of Belgian food.
More Info; www.belgianrestaurantweeknyc.com
I’m sure you’ll have a great time during the events. Remember: don’t eat too much for thesake of your health.
1. To enjoy an $18.88 supper during Chinatown Restaurant Week, you probably should avoid going to _______.| A．Peking Duck House | B．HK Wonton Garden |
| C．Golden Unicorn | D．Nom Wah Tea Parlor |
| A．Martini Week | B．Italian Restaurant Week |
| C．Malaysian Restaurant Week | D．Chinatown Restaurant Week |
| A．Bringing you free Chinese food. |
| B．Providing authentic Italian food. |
| C．Having a special limited-time-only menu. |
| D．Offering some of the world’s finest beers. |
1. Where does the speaker give the talk?
| A．On TV. | B．On the radio. | C．In the class |
| A．Classical Eastern music, American music and pop. |
| B．Modern Western music, Indian music and pop. |
| C．Classical Western music, Indian music and pop. |
| A．Sadness. | B．Happiness. | C．Pride. |
| A．An old song by a black American. |
| B．A Beethoven piano piece. |
| C．A song by a pop group. |
1. At what time does the program start?
| A．6 p. m. | B．7 p. m. | C．10 p. m. |
| A．Because it is interesting. |
| B．Because the host is her brother. |
| C．Because it is helpful for their science project. |
1. Who have tested the clothes?
| A．Many customers. |
| B．Many ordinary people. |
| C．Many fashion experts. |
| A．They may smell bad. | B．They can keep dirt away. | C．They never wear out. |
| A．A salesperson. | B．A designer. | C．A scientist. |
6 . Here are some wonderful festivals around the world that happen in spring. If you want to know more about them, please click Here or visit http://www.buddhanet.net/festival.Htm
SongKran—Thailand
Dates:13 th-15th, April
In Thailand, people celebrate a festival called Songkran, when people head out to the streets with water guns to spray（喷洒） everyone who walks past. It’s a very important traditional celebration in the country.
Naghol—Vanuatu
Dates: Every Saturday from April to May
Every year, villagers come together to celebrate the harvest of yams（甘薯）, an important part in the people’s diet in Vanuatu. The festival is most famous for its “land diving（潜水） ceremony”. During the ceremony men and boys dive to the ground from high wooden towers with only two thin vines（藤） tied to their feet.
Cherry Blossom Viewing —Japan
Dates: The cherry blossom season is different from year to year depending on the weather.
The festival is well-known. The Japanese celebrate the days when the flowers finally blossom. Only a few days later, the petals（花瓣） fall to the ground, like pink snowflakes. That means the traditional festival only lasts for several days. In Japan, almost everyone has picnics in the parks to view the flowers.
Sinhalese New Year —Sri Lanka
Dates: 13th or 14th, April
Just like in many other countries in South East Asia, this is the time when people celebrate the traditional New Year, an ancient celebration which marks the end of the harvest season and is one of two times of the year when the sun is straight above Sri Lanka. There are a lot of delicious foods during the celebration.
1. What will most likely happen to a tourist walking in the street during SongKran in Thailand?| A．He will get wet. | B．He will hurt his feet. |
| C．He will be treated to delicious foods. | D．He will see some petal falling. |
| A．Thailand. | B．Vanuatu. | C．Japan. | D．Sri Lanka. |
| A．It is a traditional festival. | B．It is a very famous festival. |
| C．Its date is different every year. | D．It provides visitors with delicious foods. |
| A．the arrival of lots of tourists | B．the end of the harvest season |
| C．the beginning of farming | D．the sun is closest to the country |
| A．On TV. | B．In a report. | C．On the Internet. | D．In the newspaper. |
7 . Summer Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Bloomington Parks and Recreation offers an excellent opportunity for teens to get involved and make a difference in their community by volunteering within a variety of summer youth programs. Summer Teen volunteers assist with activities under the guidance of experienced staff and gain valuable leadership skills. In the summer, teens can apply to volunteer in the following programs:
Summer Adventure Playground Program VolunteerProgram Dates: June 14 — August 12
Location(s): Kelly, Poplar Bridge. Running, Smith. Sunrise and Westwood parks
Information: Help facilitate opportunities to play and lead playground participants (in grades 2—6) in games, sports, arts and crafts, and make new friendships.
Mini View VolunteerProgram Dates: June 14 — August 6
Location: Valley View Kindergarten
Information: Help to assist with the supervision (监管) of children in a social occasion.
The View VolunteerProgram Dates: June 14 — August 6
Location: Valley View Elementary School
Information: Help to assist with supervision of 2nd—5th graders in a social recreational setting.
Camp Kota Junior CounselorProgram Dates: June 14 — August 9
Location: East Bush Lake
Information: Help campers (in grades 4—6) learn basic outdoor skills while meeting new friends, singing crazy songs and having tons of fun.
To apply, fill out a Parks and Recreation 2021 Summer Teen Volunteer Application. Please be sure to answer all questions and indicate all program(s) of interest. Applicants will be contacted via email with next steps after March 31, 2021. Contact us by phone (952-563-8877) or e-mail at parksiec@BloomingtonMN.gov for more information.
1. What benefit can volunteers get from the programs?| A．Making the community different | B．Becoming an experienced staff member. |
| C．Acquiring useful leadership skills. | D．Getting opportunities for college. |
| A．Summer Adventure Playground Program Volunteer | B．Mini View Volunteer. |
| C．The View Volunteer. | D．Camp Kota Junior Counselor. |
| A．Fill in an application form. | B．Answer questions via an interview. |
| C．Clarify your program(s) of interest by phone. | D．Contact the organizers on March 31. |
8 . You probably consider calorie (卡路里) burning with training. You can get great calorie burning effects with the following exercises.
RunningRunning is one of the best calorie burners out there. An average person can burn anywhere from 500 to 1,000 calories in one hour of running. Speed and pace are all factors that can affect calorie burning. But running uses every muscle group in the body, allowing you to burn more calories.
High Intensity Interval (高强度间歇运动) Training (HIIT)If you want intensity, HIIT is right for you. This physical exercise involves working hard in intervals, then resting. Because your heart rate will stay at a high level, you’ll burn more calories in less time. On average, a person will burn 400 to 600 calories in 30 minutes.
Jumping ropeThis childhood activity can actually do wonders for your health. Jumping rope is great for strengthening the lower and upper body while training your balance and coordination (协调能力), because your mind has to work while you jump. Jumping rope can burn 600 to 1,000 calories in an hour.
SwimmingSwimming is a low-intensity form of exercise that also uses muscle groups of your body. In just 30 minutes of swimming, an average person can burn 200 to 300 calories. Swimming also helps to shape body, control blood pressure, and increase strength—all great reasons for you to jump into the water.
1. Which kind of exercise burns the most calories in an hour?| A．Running. | B．Swimming. |
| C．Jumping rope. | D．High Intensity Interval Training. |
| A．Those who want to train their mind. | B．Those who want to have good balance. |
| C．Those who want to control blood pressure. | D．Those who want to do low-intensity activities. |
| A．To encourage people to compete in sports. | B．To teach people how to do exercise. |
| C．To provide ways to burn calories. | D．To promote a healthy lifestyle. |
9 . Self drive Ireland tours are ideal for people who enjoy the freedom to go at their own pace and make their own plans. Go Irish Tours specializes in short Ireland self drive tours ranging from 5 to 8 days long-perfect for a mid-year getaway or a romantic honeymoon.
Short Break Away (5 nights). It takes you from Dublin through Cork, Kerry and the Midlands, providing a perfect taste of Irish culture and history. Drive around Ireland in style, guiding yourself through sprawling cityscapes and rolling green hills alike. Just start with Phoenix Park.
Romantic Love Tour (6 nights). This idyllic driving tour is short but sweet, perfect for newlyweds with a passion for adventure. You’ll fall in love with Ireland over the course of six nights, cosying up in castles and driving through the most romantic scenery on Earth. This tour is the perfect way to treat yourselves after the hustle and bustle of planning a wedding.
Haunted Ireland Tour (7 nights). This ghosty self drive tour is bursting with Irish culture, mythology and legend. Explore haunted castles and twisted woods, learning of our fantastic folklore (民俗学) and its origins. This tour is a truly unique way to explore Ireland on your own. Leep Castle is one you can’t miss.
Southern Loop Tour (8 nights). This is a fantastic introductory trip to Éire. This week-long escape draws a ring from Dublin through the south half of the island and back again, stopping in Cork, Kerry, Clare, Galway and the Midlands. Enjoy getting to grips with Ireland’s roads as you explore hills, valleys, mountains and villages behind the wheel of your personal rented car. This self-driving tour of Ireland will leave you dying to visit again!
1. What does Go Irish Tours possibly do?| A．A local expert travel agent. | B．A local government branch. |
| C．An international trade company. | D．A popular travel magazine. |
| A．Short Break Away. | B．Romantic Love Tour. |
| C．Southern Loop Tour. | D．Haunted Ireland Tour. |
| A．Go on a bike tour of the Phoenix Park. |
| B．Buy your bride one classic ladies gold ring. |
| C．Brave enough to visit the notorious Leep Castle alone. |
| D．Experience different road conditions when driving around. |
1. How much does it cost a grown-up to visit the Sea Life Centre?
| A．£2. | B．£4. | C．£10. |
| A．At 8:30 am. | B．At 9:30 am. | C．At 10:30 am. |
| A．Perform in a play. | B．Talk with an actor. | C．Watch a short film. |
| A．An open-air swimming pool. |
| B．An underwater glass passage. |
| C．An outside children’s play area. |
