1 . We are thrilled to announce a piece of good news that Melody Fest 2024 will come to the town. It promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with fascinating performances, Melody Fest 2024 aims to bring together music enthusiasts from all walks of life to experience different music.
Date: April 15. 2024
Time: 7: 00 pm
Venue: City Concert Hall
The event will feature an exciting lineup of artists, including renowned bands, sole musicians and local talents. From ballads to rock, there will be something for everyone. Prepare to witness outstanding vocal performances, instrumental skill and breathtaking stage presence.
In addition to the live performances, we have arranged a variety of food stalls offering delicious snacks and drinks. We want to ensure that your entire experience at Melody Fest2024 is nothing short of extraordinary.
To attend this remarkable event, simply purchase your tickets online at www.melodyfest2024.com or visit the City Concert Hall box office during business hours. Early bird tickets are available at a discounted price until March 28, so make sure to secure your spot soon.
For more information and updates, please follow us on social media and visit our website We can’t wait to see you at Melody Fest 2024 and share this unforgettable musical experience together.
1. What is Melody Fest 2024?A.A music event. | B.A sports game. |
C.A writing contest. | D.An art exhibition. |
A.Tense. | B.Quiet. | C.Lively. | D.Significant. |
A.The price. | B.The deadline. |
C.The sales location. | D.The purchase request. |
2 . Volunteer in Africa
Dreaming of volunteering in Africa? International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) will enable you to be immersed in vibrant cultures, discover unique wildlife and make valuable contributions to the local communities.
Common questions about volunteering in Africa
What volunteer work in Africa does IVHQ offer?Whether you want to volunteer and teach English in Africa, support construction projects, wildlife volunteering, or nursing and medical volunteer abroad projects, IVHQ has volunteer work in Africa that is suitable for volunteers with a range of skills and experience.
How much does it cost to volunteer in Africa?Our fully hosted Africa volunteer programs start from as little as $20/day! This includes your accommodation, meals, airport pickup, orientation and comprehensive support services that you won’t find elsewhere.
Is it safe to volunteer in Africa?We have a comprehensive approach to managing safety and reducing risks across all of our programs, which gives volunteers the knowledge and confidence they need to stay safe, secure and healthy. This includes:
All local teams are trained in volunteer management, are required to undertake first aid training and ensure that programs adhere to IVHQ’s Risk Management Policy.
All IVHQ volunteers receive pre-departure and 24/7 in-country support, are required to have travel insurance and are strongly encouraged to take our online pre-departure training which can be accessed for free.
How to volunteer in AfricaApplying to volunteer in Africa is simple! Once you’ve decided which country you want to volunteer in and which Africa project you would like to join, you can apply. It’s free, only takes a few minutes and there is no commitment needed at this stage. Our team of Volunteer Travel Specialists will then guide you through the next steps to secure your spot and start preparing for your trip.
1. In Africa, IVHQ volunteers can ________.A.manage construction projects |
B.organize program orientation |
C.work as language teachers |
D.undertake first aid training |
A.Volunteer projects suitable for all. |
B.An online pre-departure training. |
C.Well-trained local communities. |
D.Lectures on cultural difference. |
A.Selecting countries and projects. |
B.Obtaining passports and visas. |
C.Making some commitments. |
D.Arranging accommodations. |
3 . Art Classes in Libraries
Young Authors Club Redmond Library Teens in middle and high school are invited to write stories and share your love of creative writing! Get ideas for your fan-fiction, story or poem. Take part in writing the next volume of the Round Robin Chronicles. Snacks provided. Please register at dtduong@kcls.org. Date: 16 May — 17 May Time: 4:30 PM — 6:00 PM |
After School Knit Along Duvall Library Want to learn how to knit? Or are you already a knitter but struggling on your latest project? Come for snacks, tunes and a community of crafters. Knitting supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own materials. Ages 9 and older. Book 24 hours in advance. Date: 21 May — 23 May Time: 4:30 PM — 5:30 PM |
Second Friday Arts for Adults: Watercolors Kenmore Library Come to the library to create casual art in a relaxed and friendly environment. We will have basic arts supplies, tea and snacks and quiet music. You can also bring your own project to work on! In June, we will have watercolor paper and basic watercolor and brush sets. Registration is not required. Drop in at any time. Date: 8 June — 10 June Time: 4:30 PM — 6:00 PM |
Sew, Whatever! Federal Way Library Explore free-to-use sewing machines with help from staff. Bring your own projects and practice your skills with a short monthly project. Those with limited sewing experience are strongly encouraged to attend a Sewing Machine Basics class in the Makerspace before attending this class. Date: 12 June — 13 June Time: 5:30 PM — 7:30 PM |
A.Redmond Library. | B.Duvall Library. |
C.Kenmore Library. | D.Federal Way Library. |
A.Pay for an entrance fee. | B.Make a reservation. |
C.Bring your knitting supplies. | D.Attend a knit basics class. |
A.It’s a month-long class. | B.It is suitable for beginners. |
C.It serves tea and quiet music. | D.It provides sewing machines for free. |
1. What does the man like about YouTube?
A.Watching funny home videos. |
B.Learning about the special TV channels. |
C.Putting his own videos on the website. |
A.Low fat meals. | B.Unhealthy meals. | C.Vegetarian meals. |
A.They are tasted by the audience. |
B.They are given to the homeless. |
C.They are eaten by the cooks and their friends. |
5 . The Master of Arts Program in the Humanities(MAPH)at the University of Chicago is designed to allow you the freedom to either focus on one academic discipline or explore interdisciplinary(跨学科的)interests that may not fit well within a traditional MA program. This advantage, combined with our strong support, can help you take the next step in your professional and academic life in a short amount of time — more than 90% of our students graduate in 9 months.
The Value of This MA ProgramMaster’s degrees, obtained after finishing MA programs, have become increasingly common for admission to PhD programs and it is not unusual for an MA degree to serve as a requirement for entry into many professional fields. MAPH also allows students to complete intensive academic work and prepares them to continue into further graduate study or a career that much faster.
Academic SupportMAPH students are provided with academic guidance from the moment they arrive on campus. Most often this support comes from the following sources:
·All MAPH students take a required fall quarter course taught by the MAPH Director.
·Students are placed in groups of 10-12 and work closely with an assigned post-doctoral Instructional Professor or Teaching Fellow throughout the year.
·Over the winter and spring quarters, MAPH students work closely with a faculty member who has agreed to serve as their thesis advisor.
·Three MAPH Mentors, recent MAPH graduates who work as staff members, are available to meet with students to discuss course selection.
1. What is the highlight of the MAPH?A.Interest. | B.Expertise. |
C.Discipline. | D.Flexibility. |
A.Pursuing a profitable career. | B.Applying for a PhD program. |
C.Publishing loads of paper work. | D.Choosing undergraduate study. |
A.Course by the director of the program. | B.Group work with the MAPH director. |
C.Advice on thesis writing in fall quarter. | D.Help with course books from Mentors. |
A.A talk show. | B.A tennis match. | C.A volleyball match. |
7 . Make life as easy as possible with devices and gear designed to simplify your travels — whether that means charging on the go, neat organizers or lightweight storage for no-trouble quick trips.
LARQ Bottle Filter (过滤器)
This innovative drinking bottle with a low-pressure sucker is designed to filter water on the go, wiping out pollutants such as chlorine (氯) for a refreshing taste. The filter will work on up to 151 litres of water before needing to be replaced — the equivalent (等同) of around 300 single-use plastic bottles. Available in 500ml (£58) and 740ml (£68) sizes.
Stubble & Co Adventure Bag
This 42-litre backpack has an easy-access clamshell (翻盖) design that opens to reveal zipped parts of various sizes, including a waterproof pocket for shoes. It also features a laptop sleeve, water bottle pocket and hidden parts for valuables. Available in black, olive, blue and orange. £195.
Shokz OpenFit
Shokz’s lightweight earphones sit on top of the ear canal, meaning they’re comfortable enough to wear for long periods. The 28-hour battery life ensures you won’t need to charge them on an overnight trip, though it’s easy enough to do so by plugging in the small, accompanying case. The Shokz App allows you to customize the controls, too. £179.
July Carry On Pro
For those who prefer not to carry luggage on their backs, this smart roller is the perfect overnighter. It has two separate internal parts, a waterproof polycarbonate (聚碳酸酯) hard shell and a zipped front part in which to store a laptop. The integrated, removable power bank allows travelers to charge devices on the go. £275.
1. What is special about LARQ Bottle Filter?A.It is of various sizes. | B.It makes for health. |
C.It is used to store water. | D.It replaces 300 plastic bottles. |
A.Shokz OpenFit. | B.July Carry On Pro. |
C.LARQ Bottle Filter. | D.Stubble & Co Adventure Bag. |
A.A travel diary. | B.A life description. |
C.A science instruction. | D.A sales advertisement. |
8 . Birmingham is the second largest city of the United Kingdom. It lies near the geographic center of England. It’s one of England’s major industrial and commercial areas. Here’re some places in Birmingham you may be interested in living in.
SolihullLocated 7.5 miles southeast of Birmingham, Solihull offers the best of both worlds for the perfect combination of city and country living. With several top-rated schools, Solihull is a perfect location for families, and with over 1,500acres of parks, there’re plenty of green spaces to keep the kids entertained as well. With easy transport links into Birmingham, it’s a great choice for commuters (通勤人员) and what’s more, Birmingham Airport is located in Solihull.
ErdingtonSituated five miles northeast of the city center, Erdington has to be one of the best places to live in and around Birmingham. This is a very well-connected city suburb, with easy motorway access, great bus links and a railway station on the Cross City Line.
DigbethIf you’re looking to buy your first home in Birmingham, Digbeth could be the perfect choice. The area is a hub for the creative industry, with the Custard Factory and Fazeley Studios both hosting a huge variety of digital and cultural businesses. It’s very tolerant of all kinds of culture, making it one of the most dynamic places to live in.
EdgbastonEdgbaston is one of the richest areas in Birmingham, well-known for its green spaces and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. There’re many other attractions for those not interested in sports, including the pretty Victorian campus of Birmingham University and multiple Michelin-starred restaurants. It is a suitable place to live in.
1. What’s special about Solihull?A.It is very suitable for the old. |
B.It has the largest park in Birmingham. |
C.It is the trading center of Birmingham. |
D.It shows the mix of rural and urban life. |
A.Digbeth. | B.Erdington. |
C.Edgbaston. | D.Solihull. |
A.Attend university. | B.Go on a tour. |
C.Buy houses. | D.Start businesses. |
9 . Four Summer Programs in Alaska for High Schoolers
Brown Environmental Leadership LabBrown University
Grades: 9th, 10th and 11th Program Cost: $5810
Application Deadline: March 25th
Eligibility (报名资格): All 9-11th grade students are encouraged to apply.
This two-week program is a great way to learn how you can be socially and environmentally responsible in your own neck of the woods.
ANSEP Acceleration AcademyUniversity of Alaska Anchorage (UAA)
Grades: 9th and 10th Program Cost: $1508
Application Deadline: March 1st
Eligibility: To apply, the minimum pre-condition is Intermediate Algebra, but the preferred placement is Calculus (微积分) or higher.
Spend five weeks diving into your future STEM degree on UAA’s campus.
Della Keats Health SciencesUniversity of Alaska Anchorage (UAA)
Grades: 11th Program Cost: $0
Application Deadline: March 1st
Eligibility: Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria: Member of an ethnic minority background, non-native English speaker, and member of a low-income household.
In this intensive four-week course, you will take a tour of healthcare careers you can pursue at UAA. If making a lasting impact in medicine is your dream, visit the program’s website today to learn more.
Service AdventuresThe Wrangell Mountains
Grades: 9th, 10th, and 11th Program Cost: $5850
Application Deadline: March 31st
Eligibility: All 9-11th grade students are encouraged to apply.
Work and live at the base of the Wrangell Mountains in an Athabascan Native village for three weeks. In this program, students will learn carpentry and power tool skills to participate in construction projects, ranging from home repair to woodshed building. You will live off the land and witness the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness.
1. What do ANSEP Acceleration Academy and Della Keats Health Sciences have in common?A.The program cost. | B.The lasting time. |
C.The application deadline. | D.The requirements for applicants. |
A.Acquire medical knowledge. | B.Take a STEM course. |
C.Visit a healthcare center. | D.Repair some houses. |
A.Service Adventures will last for three weeks. |
B.Students in Grade 10 can apply for all programs. |
C.Brown Environmental Leadership Lab costs the most. |
D.You may apply for Della Keats Health Sciences on March 31st. |
10 . Those of you who have seen the amazing National Geographic documentary Free Solo will know just how fascinating it can be to watch a professional climber scale the side of a mountain.
A new documentary, Explorer: The Last Tepui, shares a lot with Free Solo, which won the 2019 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Not only does it star rock climber Alex Honnold, it also shows him hanging off the side of a mountain in precarious positions that will make your stomach drop in extreme fear.
While his athletic achievements are amazing, Honnold isn’t the most appealing character in the film. That honor goes to Bruce Means, who has spent his academic career finding new species throughout South America to prove to the world that the area is a biodiversity hot spot to be protected at all costs. In Explorer:The Last Tepui, the 80-year-old ecologist decides to climb the 300-plus metres to the peak of the Tepui, deep in Guyana’s Amazon rainforest.
Means, Honnold, leader Mark Synnott and a world-class team of climbers have to hike 56 kilometres over 10 days across increasingly dangerous areas to reach the base of the Tepui. This is a very big deal because Means has problems with his knees. Once at the Tepui, Honnold and other team members plan to climb to the top and then pull Means up, which will allow him to explore the cliff wall for novel animal and plant species.
Unsurprisingly, because of the area they must cross to reach the Tepui, various major barriers soon get in the way of the party. The detailed descriptions of Means’ determination to overcome these challenges due to his age and health just add real suspense (悬念) to the documentary.
The constantly changing viewpoints and potentially life-threatening issues ensure that Explorer: The Last Tepui remains compelling (扣人心弦的) to the very end. Even though it is just 54 minutes long, you will still feel tired out, as well as inspired, by the time it is over.
1. What does the underlined word “precarious” in paragraph 2 probably mean?A.Comfortable. | B.Dangerous. | C.Easy. | D.Correct. |
A.The 2019 Academy Award. |
B.The discovery of new species. |
C.Means’ plan to climb the peak of the Tepui. |
D.Honnold’s appearance in the film. |
A.Ensuring food supplies at the base of the Tepui. |
B.Topping the Tepui as quickly as possible. |
C.Helping Means find long lost species. |
D.Assisting Means in carrying out the exploration. |
A.It is inspiring and funny. |
B.It is long and tiring. |
C.It is full of heart-stopping moments. |
D.It is filled with complicated elements. |