1 . Most Popular UK Destinations for a Staycation
Looking for a cheap stay cation to brighten up your winter? Here are the most popular destinations in the UK.
Blackpool
Whether you’re seeking the thrills of Blackpool Pleasure Beach or are keen to catch a glimpse of Blackpool Tower, the city’s most appealing attraction, the seaside town offers various amazing views. It’s no wonder the town has gained 980.8 million views on TikTok. With accommodation price £75 for a night, you’ll have a golden opportunity to enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations (彩灯) display and the Seaside Trail.
Searborough
North Yorkshire’s Scarborough sees 49,500 monthly searches and 686.4 million views on TikTok. One of the local highlights is the annual St Nicholas Fair. While a one-night stay in Scarborough costs £85, the town offers holiday-makers opportunities to experience ancient British culture at the 12th-century castle ruins.
Swansea
The Welsh town sees 27,100 monthly searches and has 622.4 million views on TikTok. Swansea’s Waterfront Wonderland brings with it the Alpine Village and various amusement attractions. Spending a night here costs just 10 pounds more than in Scarborough. But if you book a week earlier, you can get a 5 percent discount in total. With Cardiff only being an hour’s drive from Swansea, you have the perfect opportunity to catch a game of ice hockey.
Bournemouth
Bournemouth isn’t called Sunny Bournemouth for nothing, as holiday-makers can enjoy breathtaking views along the Jurassic Coast. With a World Heritage Site within its borders, it’s no surprise to see this town with the high number of views on TikTok (868.3 million). A one-night stay will cost you £105, giving you the perfect opportunity to get relaxed.
1. What is the most attractive in Blackpool?| A．Blackpool Pleasure Beach. | B．Blackpool Tower. |
| C．The Illuminations display. | D．The Seaside Trail. |
| A．£ 70. | B．£ 85. | C．£ 85.75. | D．£ 90.25. |
| A．Blackpool. | B．Swansea. | C．Scarborough. | D．Boumemouth. |
2 . Summer vacation approaching, want your kids to explore something meaningful rather than being glued to the screens? Bring your kids to the Sarek National Theme Garden which combines a fascinating hike with an amazing opportunity to learn some knowledge about the unique carvings.
The garden, founded in 1979, is famous for its blossoms and the exhibition of rock carvings. Every year, countless visitors come to enjoy the spectacular blossoms, view the unique exhibition and participate in various educational activities.
Now let’s start the journey with admiring the beauty of the local blossoms, ranging from lotuses to Begonia flowers along the paths. Meanwhile, you can enjoy the unique exhibition, featuring a wide range of rock carvings by experienced craftsmen with professionals introducing them in detail.
Rules:
Don’t pick the flowers or shake the trees while enjoying the blossoms.
Pets are not allowed except guided dogs to serve people with disabilities.
Don’t touch the carvings with your hands except the particular ones.
Opening hours:
Tuesday — Sunday: 9 am-5 pm.
Prices:
Adult: ¥75 (a 10% discount before June 16, 2024)
Child (6-18): ¥35
Child under 6: Free
All visitors including children under 6 need tickets to enter the garden. Tickets are available at the Visitors Service Center. Also you can book tickets in advance online.
1. For whom the passage is intended?| A．Parents. | B．Children. | C．Guides. | D．Professionals. |
| A．¥135. | B．¥185. | C．¥205. | D．¥220. |
| A．It opens on weekdays. |
| B．It offers educational activities. |
| C．It has a history of over half a century. |
| D．Children under 6 can enter the garden without a ticket. |
3 . MOVIE GUIDE FRIDAY
| Harry Potter Ⅲ 14：00—21 ：00 Science Fiction Now Harry Potter has been in the wizardry school for three years. He begins a new life. How is everything going？ | Mr. Bean 9：00—18：00 Comedy Rowan Atkinson is a great actor. His movie Mr. Bean is coming. It's very funny. Don't miss it. |
| Hi Mum 11：00—16：00 Comedy Do you like Jia Ling? She is both the actress and director of this movie. It's so interesting and moving. Come and have fun！ | The Monkey King 17：00—22：00 Cartoon It is picked from Journey to the West. This movie describes a brave hero who is fearless to fight against all gods... Children, come and see it！ |
| A．Comedy. | B．Science fiction. |
| C．Cartoon. | D．Action movie. |
| A．Harry Potter Ⅲ | B．Mr. Bean |
| C．Hi Mum | D．The Monkey King |
| A．The Monkey King or Mr. Bean |
| B．Hi Mum or Harry Potter Ⅲ |
| C．Harry Potter Ⅲ or The Monkey King |
| D．Hi Mum or Mr. Bean |
| A．Rowan Atkinson | B．Jia Ling |
| C．Harry Potter | D．The Monkey King |
| A．2:00 a.m. | B．4:00 a.m. |
| C．1:00 p.m. | D．9:00 p.m. |
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn wasn't a new book when my mother was young. It's the story of Francie Nolan struggling up in a tenement slum(贫民区)through the cracks in the pavement to reach the sun.It may be the best book I've ever read about poverty,parenthood, the immigrant experience,and just about everything else.My firstborn daughter is named
Francie Nolan.To buy:$18,amazon.com.
The Maltese Falcon,by Dashiell Hammett
My all-time personal favorite. I love this book, all of it: the plot,the characters,the dialogue,much of which was lifted verbatim(逐字逐句地)by John Huston for his screenplay for the beloved movie of the same name.The single best monologue in fiction appears toward the end,when Sam Spade tells Brigid O'Shaughnessy why he's giving her to the police.
To buy:$14,amazon.com.Gilead,by Marilynne Robinson
Oh-so hard to choose!But I'll go with Gilead.An uplifting tale of love in its many forms,told in a style in which every word is perfect.A joyous read.
To buy:$15,amazon.com.Far From the Tree:Parents,Children and the Search for Identity,by Andrew Solomon
If you think 700 pages on the many ways in which unusual kids(autistic, deaf, criminal, genius)can stretch(延伸)their families' conception(理解) of love doesn't sound like summertime reading,Far From the Tree:Parents,Children and the Search for Identity will teach you otherwise.
To buy:$37.50,amazon.com.1. What is special about The Maltese Falcon?
| A．It can't be bought online. | B．It was made into a film. |
| C．It's about how to be a parent. | D．It tells how to treat the loved. |
| A．$52.50. | B．$29. | C．$32. | D．$55.50. |
| A．Gilead |
| B．The Maltese Falcon. |
| C．A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. |
| D．Far From the Tree:Parents,Children and the Search for Identity. |
5 . English Summer Camp for Teens
Located on the campus of Columbia University in Manhattan, New York, our camp offers English learners between 14 and 17 years old from all over the world the chance to improve their English language skills. The camp also offers students many exciting activities and excursions（短途旅行）in New York. We have residential and day camp programs.
Dates and Prices | |
| Dates: June 17-August 1 | |
| All arrivals and departures are on Sundays. | |
| Minimum duration: 2 weeks | |
| Application fee: $100 | |
| Package price (per week) | Residential camp: $2,080 |
| Day camp: $1,460 | |
*20 lessons per week in the mornings;
*Residential accommodation in single rooms;
*All meals（Day camp prices include lunch only）;
*1 full-day excursion per week;
*3 half-day excursions per week;
*Afternoon and evening activity programs;
*Travel and medical insurance;
*Leaving certificate.
Full-board residential accommodation:
All students are accommodated in single rooms in the university residence that features wireless Internet, a fitness center, student’s laundry facilities and outdoor seating areas. Bathrooms are shared. We offer health y food choices, with plenty of varieties and special diet options.
The camp capacity is only 200 students and we get application s from over 40 different countries, thus the number of students coming from one country is limited.
We don’t have application deadlines. However, all enrollments are subject to space availability. We recommend that you reserve your place as far in advance as possible. Many parents and students are “early birds” and make their decision 6 to 8 months in advance.
1. What do we know about the students who take part in the camp?| A．They will take at least 60 lessons. |
| B．They will visit several cities in the USA. |
| C．They will be admitted to Columbia University. |
| D．They can make friends with peers from other countries. |
| A．$ 4, 380. | B．$ 4, 480. | C．$ 6, 240. | D．$ 6,340. |
| A．To keep a good international mixture. |
| B．To promote the camp among different countries. |
| C．To make sure every student gets the best service. |
| D．To open a door to students from developing countries. |
