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Supersized activities for your little ones at Sentosa During the June Holidays
Storytelling Comes Alive! Date: Every Wed-Sun at 11:30 am. 3:30 pm & 5:30 pm Venue: Images of Singapore Forecourt Admission: Free Enjoy SUPERSIZED activities for the entire family this June at our international award winning interactive event, Story Telling Comes Alive! This is where the story teller uses a giant storybook, puppetry and characters coming alive to bring the exciting and fun stories to life.	Boogie with Captain Palawan Date: Every Tuesdays to Fridays Time: 2:25 pm &4:15 pm Admission: Free Join in the boogie fun with Captain Palawan on the Beach! Bop to the rhythm and you may dance your way to some prizes!
Art Excursion at Sentosa Date: 8 & 15 June 2015 (Children) 22 June 2015 (Family) Time: 9 am - 5 pm Admission: $120 per child (SentosaPlayPass: $90 per child) $360 per family (SentosaPlayPass: $270 per family) Unleash your child’s creativity with the Art Excursion conducted by My Art Studio. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange creative ideas inspired by what they experience as they move through various stations in Sentosa.	Storytelling at Underwater World Singapore Date: 1-24 June 2015, every Sat& Sun Time: 11:45 am &3:15 pm Venue: Underwater World Singapore Admission: $20 per adult $10 per child (No admission charge for anyone with a SentosaPlayPass) Come and listen to storyteller, Denise Tan, as she shares stories about marine animals and marine conservation in the Living Fossils Hall filled with displays of ancient marine animals.

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1. John, who is a SentosaPlayPass holder, needn’t pay for the activities EXCEPT ______.

A．Storytelling Comes Alive	B．Art Excursion at Sentosa
C．Boogie with Captain Palawan	D．Storytelling at Underwater World Singapore

2. Which of the following statements is true?

A．Boogie with Captain Palawan is an activity that happens daily.

B．Denise Tan will share her stories at Images of Singapore Forecourt.

C．Storytelling Comes Alive is recognized globally for its engaging content.

D．You will win prizes if you spend at least $40 in a single receipt at Sentosa.

3. On a Saturday at 2pm, Mr Smith and his family want to buy the SentosaPlayPass. He should go to ______.

A．Bugis station	B．Somerset station
C．any TransitLink ticket office	D．any Sentosa ticketing office

2 . Earlier this year I took a trip to England and France to go see some friends. It was a wonderful trip; I really loved it. But one thing that struck me was how different these cultures are from our own. I guess this would strike any traveler because that is the first thing you notice and it is what makes travel so exciting. Of course, these cultures are also similar to ours in many respects, but it’s the differences that really stand out.

One of the things that struck me in particular was the different attitudes towards smoking. As you know, there’s a growing anti-smoking sentiment in Europe. However, when I went to England and France, I got a new perspective on this issue. People seem to smoke anywhere and everywhere, even though anti-smoking signs are all over public places. On the radio, I heard about a member of the World Cup soccer team who smoked. And people were actually saying, “Well, he should not be on the team because he’s a bad example for our children.” I think, if they want to look at bad examples for their children, they should just go out on the street, or go into the subways, or look in the mirror, even, because so many of them are smoking in very inappropriate places. I visited a restaurant buffet in London and saw an English woman scooping up the food with a lit cigarette in her hand. Smoke rising into the air. Actually, when I talked to English people later, they were pretty shocked too, and they said that smoking in a restaurant is rude even by British standards.

This did not give me a bad impression of English people. It gave me, on the contrary, a positive feeling toward American smokers. There are a lot of American smokers who will proclaim their right to smoke whenever they want, but they will follow the rules, generally, because they have consideration for nonsmokers. So this experience in Europe gave me more of a respect for this kind of smoker.

1. What surprised the writer during his trip to England and France?

A．The wonderful trip to England and France.

B．Cultural differences that he noticed during his trip.

C．Similarity between cultures stands out more than differences.

D．Growing anti-smoking views in Europe.

2. What did the speaker find in England and France about the smoking issue?

A．People discuss the smoking issue on the radio.

B．Smokers are allowed to smoke anywhere and anytime.

C．People are encouraged to smoke in inappropriate places.

D．Many smokers pay no attention to the “No Smoking” signs.

3. The word “sentiment” in the second paragraph means ______.

A．feeling

B．movement

C．offense

D．regulation

4. What kind of smokers does the speaker respect?

A．Those who are from America and Europe.	B．Those who respect others’ feelings.
C．Those who defend the right to smoke.	D．Those who set rules of smoking in public places.

3 . How to Travel to Machu Picchu

Mysterious. Brilliant. Powerful. These words describe the Inca (印加). Every year, visitors rush to the Incan citadel (堡垒) of Machu Picchu (meaning “the ancient peak”) in search of the lost civilization. But getting to this UNESCO World Heritage site isn’t cheap and easy. Here’s how to expertly navigate your way to Peru’s most famous destination.

Hiking to Machu Picchu

* The most famous way to hike to Machu Picchu is along a section of one of the Incan roads built as the empire expanded. Dozens of tour operators offer Inca Trail hikes with varying durations and levels of comfort (though all require camping).

* For those who would like a less crowded experience, there are a number of diverse hiking alternatives, one of which is around Salkantay Mountain, one of the most imposing peaks in the Peruvian Andes. Several tour companies offer the treks, but Apus Peru offers an express Salkantay trek, which shaves a day off the normal itinerary for those eager to push their physical limits on their way to Machu Picchu.

* Travelers interested in archaeology should consider the Choquequirao Trek with a Machu Picchu extension. This itinerary includes spectacular hiking in the less-traveled steep Apurimac Canyon and exploration of the Choquequirao archaeological site before heading for Machu Picchu. Note that the trail is closed in December every year for regular maintenance.

Tips for Visiting

* Getting Acclimated (适应水土): Where you`re coming from is probably much lower than Machu Picchu. We highly recommend you go to Aguas Calientes first, and spend a night getting used to it before exploring Machu Picchu. Meanwhile, avoid alcohol and physical exertion to help your body slowly adjust to the thinner air.

* Entrance tickets: If you’re traveling independently, you can buy individual entrance tickets, though you should note that you’ll be required to hire a local guide before entering the site. If you book a tour package through a travel agency, all services should be included. Moreover, all entry tickets are timed, allowing entrance on the hour, and you’re allowed to stay at the site for up to four hours.

*Bring: Water and a rain jacket, even if it looks like a beautiful sunny day. And speaking of sun, remember that the ozone layer (臭氧层) over Peru is compromised. That, combined with the elevation, makes the sun extremely strong, so wear a hat and use high SPF sunscreen.

* Don’t bring: Drones, walking sticks, trekking poles or umbrellas since they’re all prohibited at Machu Picchu. Travelers who require sticks for mobility can bring them in but only with protective rubber tips over the ends.

1. Andy is a college student majoring in archaeology. He is also a keen lover of extreme sports and a seasoned hiker eager to explore the unbeaten track. Now he is considering hiking to Machu Picchu this Christmas. Which of the following routes is he most likely to choose?

A．The Inca Trail.	B．The Apus Peru Trek.
C．The express Salkantay Trek.	D．The Choquequrao Trek.

2. Which of the following information is TRUE for travelers to Machu Piccu?

A．Vigorous exercise isn’t recommended during the hike for fear of altitude sickness.

B．Visitors should bring rain jackets or umbrellas due to the changeable weather there.

C．Visitors can enter the site anytime during the opening hours and stay for four hours.

D．Tour guide services are necessary for individual and group visitors to enter the site.

3. The underlined word “compromised” can be best replaced by ________.

A．harmed	B．strengthened
C．detected	D．lowered

4 . London can be an expensive city to visit if you go unprepared. If you go sightseeing in London for the first time, it is suggested investing in a London Pass. The London Pass is a digital sightseeing credits package that gives you access to 80+attractions in the city with a relatively lower cost. For many attractions on the pass, there’s no need to pre-book. However, some may have limited capacity, so you’ll need to book in advance.

What do you get with The London Pass?

●Incredible savings.

●Access to more than 80 top London attractions.

●Fast entry at selected attractions and sights.

●90-day money-back guarantee.

Go to The London Pass booking page and choose a duration that suits your trip-The London Pass is available for one, two, three, four, five, six, seven or 10 consecutive days. Download the pass to your phone and plan your sightseeing tours with the app. When you get to the gate of any participating attraction, show your London Pass and head straight inside.

What are our bestsellers?

●2 Day Pass: Child £65.00 Adult £99.00

●3 Day Pass: Child £77.00 Adult £116.00

●5 Day Pass: Child £94.00 Adult £144.00

1. Why is The London Pass recommended to travelers?

A．It offers money-saving tips.	B．It helps to visit London on a budget.
C．It provides access to more attractions.	D．It promises to return money if unused.

2. What should you do before using The London Pass?

A．Sign up on the page.	B．Download the app.
C．Book your tours.	D．Update your information.

3. How much should you pay if you want 3 Day Pass for two parents and a kid?

A．£.164.

B．£263.

C．£309.

D．£382.

7 . There’s something fascinating about discovering a local pub and enjoying a hometown alcoholic drink. Also, you may explore these cities for an entirely new drinking experience.

Tokyo for Underground Sake (清酒)

There’s no better city in the world for sake than Tokyo, Japan. The Japanese have a strong tradition of making sake, a drink made from rice. The drink has a rich cultural background that makes drinking sake a celebration with every sip. You can even have a drink inside the railway station which opens at 7 a. m. when you wait for the train. Sometimes the amazing flavor is presented unexpectedly.

London for Drinks “Shaken and Not Stirred”

Though British icon James Bond's fascination with gin martinis seemed to have pushed gin (杜松子酒) into the global view, London has a long history of gin drinking and many gin lovers throughout the country. The old-time menus in many bars make local people emotional, reminding them of the simpler old days only London can claim.

St. Petersburg for a Lux Vodka (伏特加) Selection

St. Petersburg enjoys a wide variety of bars meant for that original Russian vodka experience including the famous bar ryumochnaya. The bar was originally meant to defy the misbehavior of labeling people. It was a place for everyone to just enjoy a drink. A billionaire could be sitting happily next to a worker. Today in spite of many other bars with higher-end atmosphere than the ryumochnaya, the old bar still remains the best vodka bar of the city with the most varied customers.

New Orleans for the First Cocktail (鸡尾酒)

New Orleans is home to what many believe is America’s first cocktail the Sazerac. In 1838 Antoine Peychaud used two kinds of alcoholic drinks to create the delicious cocktail and kicked off a drink revolution. Today, bars like Compère Lapin stay true to the New Orleans spirit of cocktail, and also offer other exciting options like beer and red wine.

1. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

A．The best sake bar of Japan is positioned in the underground.

B．James Bond started the habit of gin drinking in London.

C．Ryumochnaya tops St. Petersburg vodka bars for its most luxurious atmosphere.

D．Besides cocktail, Compère Lapin serves other kinds of alcoholic drinks.

2. The underlined word defy is closest in meaning to ______.

A．highlight

B．imitate

C．resist

D．reward

3. The city with a number of bars to make people recall the city’s passed time is ______.

A．Tokyo

B．London

C．St. Petersburg

D．New Orleans.

9 . When I became a budget traveler, and I discovered some of the cheapest ways to travel around the world. Don’t let money problems stop you from traveling. Here are a few ways to travel cheap that can help you see the world on a budget.

1. Pay with points

You’re smart enough to know money doesn’t grow on trees, but earning credit card points and miles may have you thinking otherwise.

Figure out how much money you regularly spend, and consider making those purchases on a travel card, like the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, so that you have the potential to be rewarded with points and miles every time you swipe. You can redeem (兑换) these rewards for airfare, hotels and other qualifying expenses.

2. Want to score even cheaper flights?

You may want to subscribe to Scott’s Cheap Flights. This email newsletter alerts budget travelers when airlines hold sales or mistakenly lower their prices. In the past, Scott’s Cheap Rights has notified subscribers about amazing deals like a $260 flight from New York to Paris and a flight from San Francisco to Bali for $ 364.

TheFlightDeal.com and SecretFlying.com are two more sites that may be able to help you find cheap flights, according to Nico Atienza, a front desk agent at the Travel Hacking Cartel.

3. Timing is everything

It’s typically easier to find cheap flights when your travel schedule is flexible.

Often, you’ll find the best deals when you travel in the middle of the week or take a red-eye flight overnight. If you’re prepared to face less-than-idyllic weather, you could save even more money on airfare and hotels by traveling during off-peak seasons.

“The most important thing is to be flexible on timing”, says Atienza. “The tighter your time frame, the less chance you’re going to get a cheap fare”.

It can also help to book early.

4. When you travel together, you can split the costs with your friends and family

There’s something to be said about solo travel.

But if you’re on a budget, you can split the costs of hotels and rental cars when you travel with a small group of friends or family. So don’t be shy about squeezing into a small motel room or renting an entire home on Airbnb if it’s less expensive per person.

“The optimal party size tends to work out to be four people,” says Atienza.

Any more than that and the hotel might charge you for another room.

You should also be able to fit about four people in your rental car, depending on the type of car you rent.

1. What is learned from the passage?

A．The airfare from San Francisco to Bali is only $ 364.

B．You may find cheap flights from TheFlightDeal. com and SecretFlying. com.

C．The tighter your time frame, the more chance you’re going to get a cheap fare.

D．Atienza believes that the optimal party size tends to work out to be three people.

2. According to this article, which of the following is NOT a way to get cheap airline tickets?

A．Redeem Points for Airline Tickets.

B．Notice the airlines’ price reduction and discount emails.

C．Choose off-season travel times.

D．Split the costs with your friends and family.

3. This article is most likely to come from ________.

A．a travel magazine	B．a speech
C．a promotion email	D．a daily newspaper

10 . The Vancouver Aquarium is open 365 days a year. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily, and 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. seasonally/statutory (法令的) holiday weekends. Last ticket sold and entry is 15 minutes prior to (在…之前 ) closing time. Check our Special Notices below for things that may affect your visit.

Special Notices

Gallery/Habitat Closures
Due to changing weather climate in B.C. throughout the year, the African penguins are closely monitored by animal care staff and may be off display in colder weather.
Stanley Park Road Closures
Sunday May 3, 2015: All roads leading into Stanley Park will be closed from 6:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. for the Vancouver International Marathon. 
Online General Admission Tickets

ADULT Admission SENIOR Admission (65+) YOUTH/STUDENT Admission (13-18) CHILD Admission (4-12)

Price $29.00 (includes tax) Price $20.00 (includes tax) Price $20.00 (includes tax) Price $15.00 (includes tax)

Visiting Tips

The Best Time To Visit
During winter hours, the quietest time to visit is on weekdays or prior to 12 a.m. or after 2 p.m. During summer hours, the quietest time to visit is prior to 11 a.m. or after 4 p.m. Check the show schedule.
Members' Hours
Members are able to visit the Aquarium an unlimited number of times during Regular Hours of Operation-- 10:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Members’ Early Openings: During non-holiday weekends (Saturday and Sunday), our doors will open for members at 9:30 a.m.—30 minutes before we open to the public.
Super Saturdays: On every second Saturday of each month, the Vancouver Aquarium holds Super Saturday for our members. This is an opportunity to visit the Aquarium without line-ups, and instead enjoy quiet galleries and specialty programming. We open our doors at 8:30 a.m. for this special members-only event.
Not a member? Join today!
Contact us!

Membership Department For more information about memberships and the privileges you receive as a supporter of aquatic conservation, contact our Membership Services Department. Phone: 604-659-3526

Visitor Experience Contact our visitor experience staff for specific questions about your visit or to share your suggestions and ideas. Phone: 604-659-3400 (ask for the duty Manager)

External Relations We offer many ways of supporting the Aquarium; our giving opportunities are as diverse and appealing as the aquatic world our donors and sponsors are helping to conserve. Phone: 604-659-3473

Volunteer Department Become a part of Canada's leading volunteer marine education team. Contact our Volunteer Services Department for more information about how to register. Phone: 604-659-3478

1. If you plan to visit Vancouver Aquarium on Sunday, May 3rd, 2015, you should enter it before ________.

A．6:00 p.m.

B．5:45 p.m.

C．9:00 a. m.

D．9:45 a.m.

2. Grandparents in their seventies with a 10-year-old boy should pay ________ if they book tickets online.

A．＄60

B．＄55

C．＄44

D．＄35

3. If you are a member of Vancouver Aquarium, you can ________.

A．go out of the aquarium during lunch time and re-enter for free.

B．observe the African penguins on Super Saturdays in winter.

C．enter the aquarium every Saturday of each month without queuing up.

D．enter the aquarium at 8:30 during non-holiday weekends.