1 . Known as kung fu in the West, Chinese martial arts come in many forms. From aunties in the park to Shaolin monks (和尚), everyone is, in fact, practicing kung fu.

Tai chi

Tai chi, or Taijiquan as it is more commonly known, is perhaps more connected with aunties in the park than with powerful martial artists. But tai chi is practiced for both its health benefits and as defense training. Tai chi features its slow movements. Meeting brute force (蛮劲) with brute force is sure to leave both sides injured. Meeting brute force with softness, however, allows the incoming force to exhaust itself so it can more easily be redirected.

Wing Chun

Like tai chi, Wing Chun is based on a philosophy of overcoming hardness by softness. Relaxation and calmness are central to Wing Chun’s fighting style. Wing Chun’s two most famous practitioners were Yip Man and his pupil, Bruce Lee.

Bajiquan

Bajiquan, meaning eight extreme fists, is much more forceful in style than tai chi or Wing Chun. It features explosive, short-range motions and is famous for its elbow and shoulder strikes. The first practitioner clearly identified in history was a man named Wu Zhong.

Sanda

Sanda, also known as Sanshou, is a mixture of traditional kung fu and modern combat practices. Sanda is believed to have originated from ancient Chinese Lei Tai fights. As part of the development of martial arts sports by the Chinese government, a standard curriculum (课程) for Sanda has been developed.

1. What do tai chi and Wing Chun have in common?

A．They have many ageing fans.	B．They rely on soft movements.
C．They belong to defense training.	D．They are famous for their practitioners.

2. What is the characteristic of Bajiquan?

A．Its long history.	B．Its explosive motions.
C．Its violent strikes.	D．Its extreme requirements.

3. What did Sanda develop from?

A．Lei Tai fights.	B．A standard curriculum.
C．Traditional practices.	D．A philosophic thought.

2 . Have you imagined spending a night in a museum? Fortunately, your fantasy may come true in the following museums.

Spy Museum | Washington, DC

The Spy Museum is entirely committed to the all-but-invisible profession and displays the largest collection of spy objects in the world! "Operation Secret Sleepover" invites a group of juniors and parents for a night of detective training, like creating a fake name, gathering intelligence, studying questioning techniques, breaking codes, hunting for a lead, and more. The next mission kicks off on Friday, September 9, 2022.

Ages: 9 to 13

Cost: $115 for general admission/$105 for members

Baseball Hall of Fame | Cooperstown, New York

Fans of America's hobbies will take the opportunity to stay a few extra nights here. Travel along the hallowed galleries; enjoy a screening in the Grandstand Theater; show your respect to honoring legendary players like Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, and Ted Williams. Dates sell out quickly. To secure your spot, call（607）547—0329.

Ages: 7 to 12

Cost: $50 for general admission

Milwaukee Public Museum | Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Who says kids get to have all the fun? The adults-only overnight at Milwaukee Public Museum is intended for the 21+ crowd. Tickets include dinner, two drinks, snacks, special tours, films in the six-story theater, entry to the new traveling exhibit “Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed,” and continental breakfast. The next event is October 20, 2022. Registration closes two weeks prior.

Ages: 21+

Cost: $125 for general admission

Baltimore National Aquarium | Baltimore, Maryland

Ocean and shark lovers will be delighted to spend nights at BNA. Dive into the fascinating underwater world, reveal myths, and discover the importance of these incredible creatures. Join experts for a behind-the-scenes tour, interact with marine life, and watch a 4D film.

Ages: 8+

Cost: $120 for general admission | $100 for members

1. What can kids do at Operation Secret Sleepover?

A．Studying hunting techniques.	B．Improving their intelligence.
C．Changing their identity cards.	D．Trying some detective activities.

2. Which museum only admits adults?

A．Spy Museum.	B．Baseball Hall of Fame.
C．Milwaukee Public Museum.	D．Baltimore National Aquarium.

3. How much will 4 members pay for a visit to BNA?

A．$400.

B．$420.

C．$460.

D．$480.