1 . Thinking on the Other Side of Zero Part 2

Alan Joseph Oliver

Hardback | Paperback | E-book

$40.99 | $20.99 | $4.99

From the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali he learned and how it works in theory and practice, Alan Joseph Oliver relates the Yoga theory to his limited understanding of quantum mechanics. He believes he has settled David Bohm’s concept of Wholeness and the Implicate Order, which physics may or may not accept.

The Adventures of a Train Trekker

Adriana Carboni

Hardback | Paperback | E-book

$35.99 | $16.99 | $4.99

This book tells of the excitement and adventure of long-distance train travel as Adriana shares her experiences travelling through the ancient continent of Australia.

Footloose!

Kosti Simons

Paperback | E-book

$28.99 | $4.99

This memoir (回忆录) is about a barefoot pilgrim’s (朝圣者的) 111-day adventure including both the body and the mind as he takes you on a deeply felt and inspiring walk with God.

www.kostisimons.com
Bonnie The Bandicoot

Peter Alway

Hardback |Paperback | E-book

$ 23.99 | $15.99 | $7.99

Bonnie The Bandicoot decides to move into Steve’s home while hers dries out. The only problem is that Steve owns a dog. Will they learn to co-exist living in Steve’s home?

1. Who writes a book related to physics?

A．Alan Joseph Oliver.	B．Adriana Carboni.
C．Kosti Simons.	D．Peter Alway.

2. Which book is about the relationship between humans and animals?

A．Footloose!

B．Bonnie The Bandicoot

C．The Adventures of a Train Trekker

D．Thinking on the Other Side of Zero Part 2

3. How much will you pay for a paperback book on travel and an. e-book on religion （宗教）?

A．$28.98.

B．$24.98.

C．$21.98.

D．$20.98

3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the speaker mainly talking about?

A．Cooling fans.

B．Air conditioning.

C．Room design.

2. Which country might have invented the first cooling device?

A．Egypt.

B．Rome.

C．China.

3. Which cooling method has the longest history?

A．Wet plants.

B．Cold water.

C．Hand fans.

4. Where is the passage most probably taken from?

A．A radio programme.

B．A culture magazine.

C．A history book.

4 . What is the next TV program?

A．The news.

B．A quiz show.

C．A documentary about animals.

5 . Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Birch Aquarium(水族馆)!

Our volunteers shape the experience of guests from around the world. They help visitors learn about the marine (海洋的) life on our planet. We encourage protection and showcase groundbreaking research at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego.

Every year, more than 400 volunteers work here. From students and working adults to retired (退休的) professionals, Birch Aquarium has been enriched by service and knowledge from volunteers of all backgrounds.

Volunteers are asked to work for at least six months, volunteering one 4-hour shift(班) per week—no short-term or summer volunteer projects are open right now.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.

Have two reference letters(推荐信).

Be comfortable speaking with people of all ages and backgrounds.

Experience is an advantage and training is provided without considering past experience.

Knowing a second language is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Welcome first-time and returning guests alike, providing way-finding information and answering general questions.

Do water changes, prepare food for the animals and possibly help with feedings.

Help create a clean and healthy environment for the animals.

Help teachers in the classroom with a hands-on program covering a lot of marine topics.

1. How many hours a month should the volunteers work at least?

A．4.

B．16.

C．24.

D．36.

2. What requirement do the volunteers need to meet?

A．Being aged 18 or over.	B．Having one year’s experience.
C．Providing one reference letter.	D．Being able to speak a second language.

3. What do the volunteers usually do at Birch Aquarium?

A．Prepare food for visitors.	B．Provide training for new volunteers.
C．Organize summer volunteer projects.	D．Help teachers with classroom teaching.

6 . Clothes Upcycling (升级改造) Contest 2024

Are you passionate about fashion and the environment? Do you have a creative mind and want to make a positive impact on the planet? Then we have a contest for you!

We are excited to launch the Love Your Chelmsford Upcycling Clothes Contest for secondary school ages(11-18 years), to promote extending the life of our clothes and save them from going to landfills! Upcycling clothes has many benefits including reducing the impact of buying new on natural resources and reducing your carbon footprint.

You have to create clothes from used materials, and transform them into something new and exciting. Each applicant can be one individual person or one group. Applicants can apply multiple times, but only be qualified to win with one submission (提交).

How to Participate:

To enter, you must be a resident of Chelmsford and aged 11-18. We will require a before and after picture of your shoes or clothes upcycling project along with a description of the materials and techniques that you used to create your masterpiece (作品). Please send your submission to loveyourchelmsford@chelmsford.gov.uk by June 30, 2024.

Recommended:

Show the creation process of your masterpiece and share where everything came from.

Prizes:

*Up to 100 applicants will have the option to be listed on our website to sell their upcycled work.

*The most impressive upcycled masterpiece will win a £100 Gift Voucher (礼品券) to shop at Glass Onion, plus there are 5 runner-up prizes of a 183-piece sewing kit.

1. What do we know about the contest?

A．Group work will not be accepted.

B．The participants can apply more than once.

C．One participant can win more than one prize.

D．Winning pieces will be selected on June 30, 2024.

2. What do the participants have to provide along with their work?

A．A picture of the remaining materials.	B．A list of tools involved.
C．A description of the techniques used.	D．A video of the making process.

3. What will the first prize winner get?

A．A £100 Gift Voucher.	B．An amount of cash.
C．A free trip to Glass Onion.	D．A 183-piece sewing kit.

7 . Rent a Car from Budget Australia

To see Australia, you’ve got to get out there-it’s not going to come to you. Fortunately, Budget Australia is here to help you do just this, with plenty of locations right across Australia.

Whether you’re heading to Sydney or Perth, Darwin or Melbourne, you’ll find Budget car rental locations nearby, With low-cost rental on a wide range of cars—from the Hyundai Accent and Kona or similar, through to the Suzuki Swift and Kia Cerato or similar—you’re sure to discover what you need. We’re also super flexible, with weekend car rental, weekly car rental and one-way car rental options, as well as a wealth of other choices depending on your individual needs.

The requirement to rent a car: 21 years of age and above. All drivers must hold a current, full and legal driver’s license, the copy of which must be sent to the fax number: +61293535058. For more information, please call 1800150278.

Contact Budget Booking:

Local Number: 0293539399

From Overseas: +61293539399

Hours of Operation:

Monday—Friday 7:30 A. M. —7:00 PM

Saturday—Sunday 8:00 A. M. —5:00 P. M

It’s always best to book as early as possible. In order to get the best from Budget’s low-cost car rental options and to benefit from the biggest range of choices on car rental deals, make sure of your booking early.

1. What is an advantage of Budget Australia?

A．It satisfies various needs.	B．It offers expensive brand cars.
C．It hosts an impressive car show.	D．It has rental locations outside Australia.

2. Which number should you call to book a car when you are in America?

A．1800150278

B．+61293535058

C．0293539399

D．+61293539399

3. What is the text?

A．A diary.

B．An advertisement.

C．An application.

D．A report.

8 . To apply for any course at our school you need to use UCAS’ online system. You can choose up to five courses. There’s no preference order and your chosen universities/colleges won’t see where else you’ve applied until after you reply to any offers you get. If you’re applying to medicine, dentistry, or veterinary science, you can only apply to a maximum of four courses in any one of these subjects.

You can only apply once in a cycle (周期). If you’ve applied in previous cycles and want to apply again, you’ll have to submit a new application.

★Personal statement

Your personal statement is a really important part of your application where you can express why you want to study your chosen course and why you’d make a difference to our school.

For advice and guidance on what to include, please see advice on the UCAS website about how to write a personal statement.

★Application fee

UCAS charges a flat fee of £27.50, however many courses you are applying for.

If you’re applying via your school or college, they will let you know whether and when you should pay them, so that they can pay UCAS on your behalf.

★Deadlines

18:00 on 16 October 2023 for medicine courses

18:00 on 31 January 2024 for all other courses

1. What should be noticed when using UCAS’ online system?

A．Preference order.

B．Privacy protection.

C．A new application for each new cycle.

D．Choosing no more than 4 courses.

2. What service can you get from UCAS?

A．Discounts on flat fees.	B．Offline course instructions.
C．Specially-made career planning.	D．Tips on personal statement writing.

3. Which is a suitable time to hand in an application for medicine courses?

A．July15, 2024.	B．August 16, 2023.
C．January 31, 2024.	D．October 18, 2023.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答一下小题。
1. Where will the charity event be held?

A．At the Forest Hotel.

B．At the Park Hotel.

C．At the City Lights.

2. What will the money from the charity event be used to do?

A．Open a training centre.

B．Build a new hotel.

C．Provide shelter for the homeless.

3. What activity is added this year?

A．Trying a new restaurant.

B．Attending a festival.

C．Visiting an adventure park.

4. What will volunteers do for the charity event?

A．Check the tickets.

B．Help with seating.

C．Serve the coffee.