1 . Magazines make great reading materials for kids. Libraries often have a large selection of periodicals (期刊) for every age group and reading level, and for many areas of interest. And some magazines may even have issues going back years and even decades! Below is a list of some of them!
Military Kids LifeIt is about finding the bright side of life as a military kid! Inside each quarterly issue, your child will encounter inspiring stories, articles, and photographs! (8 to 16 years)
FacesWith articles, folk tales, and hands-on projects, Faces magazine takes young readers around the world for an honest and objective view of how children in other regions live. (9 to 14 years)
MakeMake magazine publishes tested projects, skill-building tutorials, in-depth reviews and inspirational stories, accessible by all ages and skill ranges. (9 to 18 years)
BrioBrio magazine for teen girls has a fresh new look that includes more pages filled with inspiring profiles, cultural insights, health & beauty tips, faith-filled features and added fun! (13 to 18 years)
Please note: Though all the magazines on this list are written for children, some issues may contain content that you may feel inappropriate for your child. As always, please review all reading materials before giving them to your child to read.
1. Which magazine can help develop kids’ international awareness?A.Military Kids Life. | B.Faces. | C.Make. | D.Brio. |
A.Only magazines for kids are accessible in libraries. |
B.Some magazines have long-ago issues in libraries. |
C.All the magazines have inspiring stories. |
D.All the magazines are proper for children. |
A.To inform. | B.To argue. | C.To entertain. | D.To persuade. |
2 . Top Museums to Visit in Paris
Think Paris is all about the Louvre? Think again! Dive into the vibrant art scene of the City of Light with our guide to the best museums you shouldn’t miss.
Louis Vuitton Foundation
Designed by the renowned architect Frank Gehry, the Louis Vuitton Foundation is a masterpiece of modern architecture. But it’s not just the building that’s stunning; inside, you’ll find an impressive collection featuring artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Ellsworth Kelly, and Jeff Koons, among others. Admission is €16.
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (closed Sundays)
Paris Museum of Modern Art
Located in the 16th arrondissement, the Paris Museum of Modern Art boasts an array of monumental artworks and captivating exhibits. While entry is technically free, a suggested donation of €5 helps support the museum’s preservation efforts and grants access to the permanent collection.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (closed Mondays)
Musée National Picasso-Paris
Immerse yourself in the genius of Pablo Picasso at the Musée National Picasso-Paris. Home to thousands of Picasso’s works, this museum offers a comprehensive exploration of the artist’s life and legacy. Admission is €14.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 am to 6:30 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm (closed Mondays)
Musée Marmottan Monet
Step into the world of Impressionism at the Musée Marmottan Monet. Devoted primarily to the works of Claude Monet, this museum houses a remarkable collection donated by Monet’s son, Michel. Tickets range from €9 to €14.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; late nights on Thursdays until 9:00 pm (closed Mondays)
There you have it! With these top museums, you’ll experience Parisian art and culture at its finest, beyond the iconic halls of the Louvre.
1. How much is the suggested donation for entry to the Paris Museum of Modern Art?A.€10 | B.€5 | C.€20 | D.€15 |
A.Works of Jean-Michel Basquiat | B.Sculptures by Rodin |
C.Works of Claude Monet | D.Contemporary art installations |
A.Michel Monet | B.Jean-Michel Basquiat |
C.Olafur Eliasson | D.Frank Gehry |
A.She missed the TV special. |
B.She fell asleep while watching. |
C.She recorded the dolphin show. |
4 . Hamlet at the Metropolitan Opera
March 27, 1:00-4:20 pm
ActorsClaudius, king of Denmark | James Morris |
Gertrude, queen of Claudius | Jennifer Larmore |
Prince Hamlet, Gertrude’s son | Simon Keenlyside |
Ophélie | Marlis Petersen |
Laërte, Ophélie’s brother | Toby Spence |
Hamlet’s father | David Pittsinger |
Polonius, Ophélie’s father | Maxim Mikhailov |
Ambroise Thomas (1811-1896) achieved success in opera with Mignon and Hamlet. He was also highly regarded as a teacher and as the director of the Paris Conservatory. The libretto ( 剧本) for Hamlet was written by Michel Carré (1821-1872) and Jules Barbier (1825-1901), a team of dramatists whose other operatic co-productions include Gounod’s Faust and Roméo et Juliette and Offenbach’s Les Contes d’Hoffmann. The opera is, of course, based on the play by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), whose works have inspired generations of artists for the last four centuries.
Notes●Met Titles are available for this performance in English, German, and Spanish. To activate, press the red button to the right of the screen in front of your seat and follow the instructions provided. To turn off the display, press the red button once again.
●If you have questions, please ask an attendant at intermission.
●The exits indicated by a red light and the sign nearest the seat you occupy are the shortest routes to the street.
●The photographing or sound recording of any performance is prohibited.
1. Who will star as Hamlet’s father in the opera?
A.James Morris. | B.Simon Keenlyside. | C.David Pittsinger. | D.Maxim Mikhailov. |
A.They worked together many times. | B.They were students of Ambroise Thomas. |
C.They studied at the Paris Conservatory. | D.They were experienced on stage as well. |
A.Call for an attendant. | B.Check the nearest exit. |
C.Record the performance. | D.Turn on the screen. |
5 . The ebike has become an essential item, and even the King has been spotted riding one. According to the market research company Mintel, sales have almost tripled over the past five years. While ebikes have become increasingly commonplace, they are still undeniably expensive. You can pick up a perfectly adequate pushbike for £300, but most ebikes cost over £2,000. Now, Cycling Electric, designed to help consumers choose an ebike, offers the following recommendations.
Best folding bike
Carbo Model X
Price: £ 2,799|Weight: 13.3kg
Range: up to 34 miles
This is one of the most convenient bikes, from a little-known label. The lightweight Carbo X is the perfect example of convenience thanks to its carbon frame and belt drive, instead of a metal bike chain. This makes it lighter and less likely to get messy than an electric Brompton, with its more traditional, oil y chain.
Most stylish
Temple Cycles Classic
Price: from £ 2,995|Weight: 19kg
Range: up to 74 miles
This Bristol-based brand is known for its elegant pushbikes, which are hand-built in the city. This is its electric version. It’s a very sleek and functional commuter option and not too heavy. Temples have fewer proprietary (品牌专卖的) parts and so are serviceable in an y bike shop. Stylish as they may be, the VanMoofs and the Cowboys can be a bit more complex to get back-up and service.
The money-no-object option
Riese & Müller Nevo4 GT Vario GX
Price: £ 5,380|Weight: 28. 4kg
Range: up to 93 miles
This is a prime example of the attention to detail delivering a high-quality experience in functionality, comfort and practicality — if you can afford it. It has the capacity to handle 25kg of luggage in a pannier, powerful road lights and a beautifully smooth motor.
1. What is the advantage of the Temples over other stylish ebike brands?A.They are more light weight. | B.They are more comfortable. |
C.They have more functions. | D.They have easier access to service. |
A.Carbo Model X. | B.Riese & Müller Nevo4 GT Vario GX. |
C.Temple Cycles Classic. | D.The VanMoofs and the Cowboys. |
A.A magazine column. | B.A store advertisement. |
C.An official document. | D.A market research report. |
6 . What’s on
Genuine words
Art Critique at the Art Museum of the Beijing Fine Art Academy is a unique show that puts the works of resident painters and the critiques (评论) of scholars (学者) together. The painters are from the academy’s four workshops on oil painting and three types of Chinese paintings — mountain and water, flower and bird, and figure.
9 am-5 pm, closed on Mondays. 12 Chaoyang Park Nanlu, Chaoyang district, Beijing.
Small landscapes
Wandering on the Earth is a show of landscapes from the collection of the National Art Museum of China, which includes many attractive scenes from around the world. Running at the National Art Museum of China, the show awakens a feeling of woyou, an old term that refers to the journey taken in the mind upon appreciating a landscape painting.
9 am-5 pm, closed on Mondays. 1 Wusi Dajie, Dongcheng district, Beijing.
Galloping lines
The Tianjin Museum traces (追溯) the development of Chinese calligraphy during the Ming and Qing dynasties in a show of its collection from the period. Developing over thousands of years, calligraphy became an important part of Chinese art.
9 am–5 pm, closed on Mondays. 62 Pingjiang Dao, Hexi district, Tianjin.
Wandering strokes
In her paintings, Yu Lian tries to visualize (使形象化) Xiaoyao You, a text from Zhuangzi, a book about the thoughts of the Taoist philosopher Zhuangzi, who lived around the 4th century BC. Yu is always busy with painting, and she shares her works in her show, Painting Zhuangzi, at the Today Art Museum. She manages to explain Zhuangzi’s Taoist ideas in her paintings.
10 am-6 pm, closed on Mondays. 32 Baiziwan Lu, Chaoyang district, Beijing.
1. What is special about the show at 12 Chaoyang Park Nanlu?A.It shows comments about the paintings. |
B.It lets people comment on the paintings. |
C.It invites resident painters and scholars. |
D.It shows three types of Chinese paintings. |
A.At the Tianjin Museum. |
B.At the Today Art Museum. |
C.At the National Art Museum of China. |
D.At the Art Museum of the Beijing Fine Art Academy. |
A.Share her painting skills with other painters. |
B.Show the importance of reading books. |
C.Visualize the stories of famous books. |
D.Show ideas of a Taoist philosopher. |
7 . Cinema Ticket Solutions
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We offer our discounts on bulk ticket purchases of 100 tickets or more, so let the big screen boost your business and ask now with our Corporate Sales team.
▲Gift Cards-the perfect gift
Everyone loves movies, so our Gift Cards are a great way to reward your customers or high achievers. There’s a selection of attractive gift packs featuring famous films quotes, and the cards can be charged with a cash amount you choose. They can use them on tickets, Gold Class, and even sweets and popcorn!
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1. Which of the following groups is the advertisement NOT intended for?.A.Social clubs. | B.Businesses. | C.Families. | D.Large groups. |
a. You get further discount on bulk purchases.
b. Your card is preloaded with a certain amount of cash.
c. You get the best discounts among the three promotions.
d. The cards can be used in many cinemas.
A.a, b | B.b, c | C.c, d | D.b, d |
A.They all have a minimum purchase. | B.They are all valid for 12 months. |
C.They all need to be ordered ahead of time. | D.They can all be used on tickets and food. |
8 . Events at the Fleet Science Center
Superpower Dogs
Join an adventure to experience the life-saving superpowers of some of the world's most amazing dogs on the big screen. No stranger to superheroes himself, Chris Evans narrates(讲述) this inspiring true story about remarkable dogs that save lives.
Time: March 2, 2: 00 pm
Price: Adult(Age 13-65)$21; Junior(Age 3-12)$18; Senior(Age 65+)$19
The Sky Tonight
Early show: March 4, 7:00 pm to 8: 00 pm
Late show: March 4, 8:15 pm to 9:15 pm
Join us for a tour of the solar system. Journey through the universe with us as we explore a new topic each month.
Price: Adult(age 13-65)$19; Junior(Age 3-12)$17; Senior(Age 65+)$18
Make-It Workshop
We invite you to stop by Studio X to try your hand at making. Make-It Workshop activities change monthly and fees vary.
Participants can purchase tickets at Studio X on the day of the workshop.
Time: March 7, 11: 30 am to 3: 30 pm
Suds & Science
Sometimes , the most interesting discussions occur over a beer or a glass of your favorite wine. That's the concept behind Suds &Science, a monthly event that brings scientists face-to -face with the general public in a neighborhood bar.
Location: Thorn Brewing, 3176 Thorn St, San Diego, CA 92104
Time: March 8, 6: 30 pm to 8: 00 pm
Price:$6 at the door. Food & drinks are available for purchase. Please come early to place your orders at the bar, as staff will not be available to take orders during the event.
1. When will the Sky Tonight’s late show end?A.At 8: 00 pm | B.At 9: 15 pm | C.At 8:30 pm | D.At 9: 00 pm |
A.It needs advance reservations. | B.It has Chris Evans narrate a story. |
C.It is a hands-on activity. | D.It includes a tour of the solar system. |
A.For four hours. | B.For half an hour. | C.For one hour. | D.For two hours. |
A.Bring some food and drinks. | B.Buy their ticket online in advance. |
C.Prepare a question or two for discussion. | D.Arrive at Thorn Brewing before 6: 30 pm. |
1. 课程开设目的;
2. 课程介绍;
3. 报名方式和截止日期。
注意:1. 词数80左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________10 . Branding Events of China Daily
Since its launch in 1981, China Daily has grown to become the nation’s leading English-language newspaper. With a combined print, online and mobile readership of more than 350 million, it serves a vital role in telling the world about China, providing a valuable insight into the world’s second largest economy. A series of branding events are conducted by China Daily to improve public diplomacy 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, explore what Chinas story means for the world, and show how Chinese wisdom can help the world.
China Watch Think Tank Forum
Elites, including opinion leaders, politicians and business people with expertise on China, discuss topics on the development and the future of China and the world in China Watch Think Tank Forum.
Asia Leadership Roundtable
Asia Leadership Roundtable provides a platform for high-level dialog and communication among leaders and social elites in the fields of politics, business and academia in Asia.
“21st Century Cup” National English Speaking Competition
The competition is the most famous English-speaking competition in China. It is the qualifying round for students who wish to represent China in the International Public Speaking Competition in London.
For more details, click here.
1. What’s the main purpose of launching China Daily?A.To hold various branding events. |
B.To promote interpersonal communication. |
C.To combine the print, online and mobile readership. |
D.To help people around the globe know China better. |
A.They involve politicians and business people. |
B.They focus on major issues facing China and the world. |
C.They provide a platform for celebrities to compete against each other. |
D.They discuss topics on the development and the future of China and the world. |
A.A newspaper. | B.A textbook. | C.A website. | D.A magazine. |