1. What will Todd Messegee be responsible for?
| A．Directing a play. | B．Writing a play. | C．Starring in a play. |
| A．Attend a lecture on acting. | B．Practice the play. | C．Perform on stage formally. |
| A．Drawing up a plan for a program. |
| B．Advertising an acting program. |
| C．Announcing arrangements for a play. |
2 . 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. |
3 . Boracay, Philippines
Boracay is a tiny island and its main attraction is “White Beach”, a perfect postcard white sand beach surrounded by palm trees, dive shops, bars and restaurants. Our favourite seat to enjoy the sunset is “Diniwid Beach” located to the north of White Beach. After the perfect sunset, choose a bar to enjoy live music and party all night long.
Santorini, Greece
Santorini offers a unique landscape of beaches in exotic (异国的) colors of black, red and white, a product of volcanic sand. Imagine swimming in the warm mythic Aegean sea, with volcano and sunsets as a background. The island architecture is very distinctive, churches are built into caves and the whitewashed
houses, blue-domed churches and paved paths are astonishingly beautiful.
Lofoten Island, Norway
The Lofoten Islands are a wonderful sight indeed. With deep bays and splendid mountains, this is a wilderness unequalled in its beauty, where giant sea eagles soar. Milder in climate than their position suggests, visitors are attracted to the islands to experience the Northern Lights and Midnight Sun.
Saint John Island, Caribbean
Life moves at a slower pace here, where wildlife abounds (大量存在). The National Park dominates here, covering more than half of the island. It is just nine miles from one end to the other and with countless bird species to spot and dolphins in the warm Caribbean waters, it's no surprise that this is a destination that draws nature lovers. This is a place to rest and relax.
1. What do the first two places have in common?| A．They can swim in the sea. | B．They can enjoy sunset. |
| C．They can enjoy live music and party. | D．They can experience the Midnight Sun. |
| A．See giant sea eagles soar. | B．See churches built into caves. |
| C．Spot various birds and dolphins. | D．Enjoy live music and party all night. |
| A．On Boracay island. | B．On Santorini island. |
| C．On Lofoten island. | D．On Saint John island. |
4 . Carillon Canal National Historic Site
The Carillon Canal, built on the Ottawa River for military purposes, was opened in 1833. Located 100 kilometres from Montreal and 130 kilometres from Ottawa, it is today a pleasure boating waterway.
Things to do
The Carillon Canal is fed by the water of the Ottawa River. The Canal opens a huge gate to enable boats to sail an impressive 20-metre drop in just 40 minutes!
Have a family picnic in beautiful scenery, then visit the old barracks (营房) which are now a museum. Curious to see a huge power station up close? Visits are free of charge.
Opening hours
The national historic site is open every day of the year from sun rise to 11 p. m.
Fees
Site access is free. Otherwise, there are fees for locking and overnight mooring(停泊).
When is the Canal the busiest?
From mid-June to the end of August, and especially during the following vacation periods and holidays:
·Fete Nationale du Quebec (June 24th).
·Canada Day (July 1st).
·Summer vacations.
·Labour Day(the first Monday of September).
·Thanksgiving.
What are the best times for sailing?
To avoid waiting lines, experience the Carillon Canal during the quieter periods, i. e. before June 24th, and later in early autumn, from Labour Day to mid-October. In this way, you’ll discover these wonderful places at your own pace, without pushing through the crowd that might have had the same idea as you, and you’ll gain the peace of mind to sail in complete relaxation!
1. What do we know about the Carillon Canal?| A．It was originally for educational purposes. |
| B．It is now visited by boaters for pleasure. |
| C．It enjoys a high reputation for its 20-metre drop. |
| D．It was formed naturally on the Ottawa River. |
| A．Mooring overnight. | B．Staying overnight in old barracks. |
| C．Exploring a power station. | D．Passing through locks. |
| A．July 1st to July 24th. | B．October 24th to October 31st. |
| C．June 1st to June 24th. | D．August 24th to June 30th. |
5 . Sheridan College is located near Toronto, Canada, consisting of Davis Campus, Trafalgar RoadCampus and Hazel McCallion Campus. It offers a variety of scholarships and services to students. One of its advantages is that it offers on-campus residences apart from home-stay alternatives for international students.
Sheridan offers three on-campus residences — one at the Davis Campus and two at the Trafalgar Road Campus. The Davis residence in Brampton houses 350 students. The Trafalgar Road residences in Oakville collectively house 824 students. Students attending the Hazel McCallion Campus can conveniently live at the Davis residence. You can use public transportation to travel between the three campuses.
Residence features:
* Fully-furnished suites (公寓) shared with one roommate. Each suite includes:
+ 2 separate bedrooms, each with a double bed, desk and chair, dresser, closet organizer and television.
+ A kitchen with a full-sized fridge, microwave, seating for 2 and plenty of storage.
+ A three-piece bathroom with plenty of storage.
* Safety and security — our residences are protected 24 hours a day.
* Resident Advisers who host multiple residence events throughout the academic year. These events are all about social interaction, community building, and personal career development.
* Wi-Fi
* Common spaces:
+ Fitness rooms
+ Games rooms
+ Laundry rooms
+ Study areas
Guarantee your spot in residence for the 2024-25 academic year!
* Applications are available: February 1-March 31, 2024.
* If you’re a Year I student, and you apply by April 30, 2024, your acceptance into residence is guaranteed.
* Residence rates: Trafalgar Road: $8,535
Davis: $8,165
* Note: Flexible payment plans are available.
You don’t need to wait for your program acceptance! Please contact residence management directly for a personalized accommodation plan.
1. What can students enjoy in the residence?| A．Being guarded the whole day. | B．Hosting multiple residence events. |
| C．Washing clothes in their own suites. | D．Living in a separate suite alone. |
| A．The college only offers on-campus residences. |
| B．The on-campus residences can house more than 1,000 students. |
| C．Applications must be handed in before March 31, 2024. |
| D．You can’t arrange your personal accommodation before you are accepted. |
| A．Movie amateurs. | B．International students. |
| C．Community residents. | D．Language learners. |
6 . Mobile phone photography is not just a casual snap（抓拍） but an art. This article will recommend some apps for photography enthusiast to shoot various landscapes, portraits, or foods.
◆B612B612 is a photo-taking app that comes with a variety of artistic features, cute stickers, and effects that can add creativity and style to your photos. You can see the different effects before taking the photo, so you can get the best possible images. This helps you make informed decisions.
◆ManbokerManboker, known as Magic Camera, is the first app to create comic-style images directly without editing. The app offers a range of effects, and tools to give your photos a comic-like appearance. You can apply speech bubbles （气泡）, texts, and stickers to enhance the story-telling aspect.
◆SnapseedSnapseed is mainly used for photo editing rather than photo taking. The app offers a comprehensive set of editing tools, including adjustments for exposure, contrast and more. With its non-destructive editing, you can easily compare different edits and undo or adjust them as needed.
◆FoodieFoodie is an app specially designed for taking pictures of food. It allows you to capture delicious food moments with ease. Whether they are fancy cuisines or home-cooked meals, Foodie helps you showcase the colors, textures, and details of the food in the most appealing way.
Experiment with different apps, explore their features and start capturing the world around you in a whole new way!
1. If you want your photos to have a cute and creative style, which app would you choose?| A．Manboker. | B．Snapseed. | C．Foodie. | D．B612. |
| A．Manboker is designed to take comic-style photos. |
| B．Snapseed comes with artistic features and cute stickers. |
| C．Foodie is mainly used for photo-editing. |
| D．B612 features non-destructive photo shooting. |
| A．Mobile phone users. | B．Photography beginners. |
| C．Professional photographers. | D．Photography enthusiasts. |
7 . Upcoming Events in California
PAW PatrolThe heroic PAW Patrol dogs need your help in Adventure Bay! Based on the hit preschool series PAW Patrol, this interactive exhibit gives visitors an opportunity to run rescue missions and work together to overcome challenges. The hands-on exhibit is a fun way for the whole family to learn bravery and heroism with exciting stories.
Dates: January 28～May 14Location: Discovery Cube Los Angeles
Cost: $10
Maya: the Exhibition
The exhibition features over 250 authentic artifacts (真品) highlighting the ancient Maya civilization. Through priceless artifacts and hands-on exhibits, visitors can discover how the ancient Maya built and sustained complex cities in the heart of the rainforest.
Dates: January 15～March 2Location: California Science Center
Cost: $7
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
Centennial Farm Discovery Days is an unguided tour program and open to all grade levels and ages. During a discovery day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information. There are also opportunities for children to pet a chick, plant a seed and see a milking demonstration.
Dates: June 1～November 8Location: Centennial Farm
Cost: $50
It’s Magic!
It’s Magic! features an all-new cast of award-winning performers from around the globe, ready to leave audiences speechless with excellent stage tricks, comedy and variety acts. “It’s the best magic show in town!” cheers the Los Angeles Times.
Date: May 21Location: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Cost: $75
1. Which event helps people understand courage?
| A．PAW Patrol. | B．It’s Magic! |
| C．Maya: the Exhibition. | D．Centennial Farm Discovery Days. |
| A．Centennial Farm. | B．California Science Center. |
| C．Discovery Cube Los Angeles. | D．Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. |
| A．Watch a great magic show. | B．See a milking demonstration. |
| C．Learn some farming methods. | D．Carry out fun rescue missions. |
8 . Monet: The Immersive Experience
Monet: The Immersive Experience in Liège invites you to step into the world of the French painter Claude Monet, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the nineteenth century!
Explore some of the most breathtaking paintings by Claude Monet with the help of a digital 360-degree presentation. The unique exhibition concept is staged with state-of-the-art multimedia technology, which shows very large images of Monet’s paintings on the walls and floors of the building. It has music, the smell of flowers, and voice-over in several languages to make the paintings come alive in a way never seen before.
To fully get into the world of the French painter, visitors are guided through three experience rooms. Each room is a highlight on its own and provides visitors not only with an insight, but also with new experiences and new viewpoints on Monet’s life, his work and his masterpieces.
Practical info·Date: from March 2024
·Opening hours:
Wednesday, Thursday: 10: 00 am — 7:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am — 8:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am — 8:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am — 7:00 pm
Monday and Tuesday: Closed
·Duration: the visit will take around 60 to 75 minutes
·Location: Eglise Saint-Pholien, Rue Saint-Pholien, 4020 Liège
·Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
1. The visitors can explore Monet’s paintings with the aid of ______.| A．Stages with Monet’s paintings. | B．Lectures on art. |
| C．Digital technology. | D．Language services. |
| A．An exploration on French art. | B．A unique journey to Monet’s world. |
| C．An introductory tour of painters. | D．An encounter with Monet-inspired artworks. |
| A．11: 30 am（Wed, Feb 21）. | B．10: 00 am（Tue, Mar 19）. |
| C．4: 00 pm（Sun, Apr 7）. | D．7: 30 pm（Thur, Mar 28）. |
1. What TV channel is Jimmy Kimmel Live on?
| A．NBC. | B．TBS. | C．ABC. |
| A．After he hosted the Oscars. |
| B．After Donald Trump became president. |
| C．When he cried at his show for the first time. |
| A．An interview. | B．A musical performance. | C．A comedy performance. |
| A．He taught in a drama school. |
| B．He worked at a radio station. |
| C．He went to school in Los Angeles. |
Spring Festival Gala sees viewership rise nearly 13% to 679m
This year’s Spring Festival Gala, a celebration
The gala was also broadcast in about 200 countries in 68 languages,
This year, the gala, besides Beijing,
Audience enjoyed a
Since its inaugural (创始的) broadcast in 1983, the annual CCTV Spring Festival Gala
