The 2022 “Focus On Zhejiang” International Cultural Exchange Activity was launched at Deqing World Geographic Information Town, in Huzhou city, East China’s Zhejiang province on Friday.
A folk music piece
The “Asian Games International Class” was specially set up for foreign friends living in Zhejiang
“Focus On Zhejiang” International Cultural Exchange Activity,
2 . WELCOME
Welcome to Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Windsor is one of the official residences (住所) of the Queen, who sometimes stays here.
Audio tours
Free audio tours are available (可用的) on leaving the Admission Centre at the start of your visit. There is a descriptive audio tour for blind and poor-sighted visitors.
Guided tours
Visitors can explore the history of the Castle through a tour of the Precincts with an expert guide. Tours depart at regular intervals (间隙) throughout the day from the Courtyard and finish at the entrance to the State Apartments.
Visitors with children
For those visiting with children, a special family tour and various activities are offered during school holidays and at weekends. Please note permits in the State Apartments. However, baby carriers are available to borrow.
St George’s Chapel
Visitors arriving at the Castle after 15:00 from March to October are advised to visit St George’s Chapel first before it closes.
Shopping
Shops offer a wide range of souvenirs designed for the Royal Collection, including books, postcards, china, jewellery, and children’s toys. Please ask at the Middle Ward shop about our home delivery service.
Refreshments (食物和饮料)
Bottled water can be purchased from the Courtyard and Middle Ward shops. From April to September ice cream is also available, Visitors wishing to leave the Castle for refreshments in the town may get re-entry permits from the castle shops. Eating and drinking are not permitted in the State Apartments or St George’s Chapel.
Photography and mobile phones
Non-commercial photography and filming are welcomed in the Castle. Photography, video recording and filming are not permitted inside the State Apartments or St George’s Chapel. Mobile phone must be switched off inside the State Apartments and St George’s Chapel in consideration of other visitors.
Security
As Winter Castle is a working royal palace, visitors and their belongings should get through airport style security checks. For safety and security reasons, a one-way system operates along the visitor route.
1. What is specially offered to visitors with kids?| A．A security guard. | B．A baby carrier. | C．A free toy. | D．A pushchair. |
| A．To ensure the safety of the Queen. | B．To ensure the security of the Castle. |
| C．To prevent them from disturbing others. | D．To prevent the use of the built-in cameras. |
| A．A story book. | B．A dictionary. | C．A travel guide. | D．A science report. |
3 . A Nighttime Adventure at the Natural History Museum
The crowds are gone, and the doors have closed. Finally, one of the world’s most popular museums is your playground until nearly midnight! Join other night owls (夜猫子) as you immerse (使沉浸) yourself in a unique experience. Wander through the Natural History Museum’s galleries, brushed by giant shadows cast by dinosaurs, exploring the Earth’s past, discovering the wonders of the ocean, and more.
Schedule
* 6:30-6:50 p.m. Check-in
*7 p.m.Orientation (情况介绍)
* 11 p.m. Program ends, depart from the museum
Registration (登记)
This event is intended for children aged 8-14 and their adults (21 or older). There must be at least one adult for every five kids in any group that registers.
*Ticket sales will end at 12 a.m. on Friday, October 28, 2022. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no door sales.
* Ticket price is for each person attending. $70 for members / $85 for non-members.
* Group sales are available for 10 or more people for $50 per person. Call 202-633-3030 during regular business hours to take advantage.
Rules
To make everyone’s evening enjoyable, we require that guests follow these rules:
* Guests are strongly encouraged to eat dinner before arriving for the program.
* All participants must attend orientation, which starts at 7:00 p.m. in the café.
* No food or drink is allowed outside of the café.
* Running and shouting are not permitted in the museum.
* Adults must stay with their children throughout the entire event.
* Children should play nicely with each other and exhibits.
* Cell phones should be put on silent mode (静音模式).
1. How much should three adults and eight children pay for the adventure?| A．$ 770. | B．$ 550. | C．$ 935. | D．$ 765. |
| A．Exploring the museum alone. | B．Eating in the café. |
| C．Touching the exhibits. | D．Taking cell phones with them. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．A textbook. |
| C．A novel. | D．A report. |
After three days in Hangzhou, we
Giant bamboo blanketed the mountains so
As we inched around curves, the bamboo cover sometimes gave way
5 . The sun is setting, brightening your kids’ faces as they play in the waves. You reach for your phone for this perfect moment. But before you do, here’s a bit of surprising science: Taking photos is not the perfect way to keep memory as you think.
Taking too many pictures could actually harm the brain’s ability to keep memories, says Elizabeth Loftus, a psychology professor at the University of California, Irvine. So we get the photo but kind of lose the memory.
Photography “outsources” memories. It works in two ways: We either shake off the responsibility of remembering moments when taking pictures, or we’re so distracted (分散注意力的) by the process that we miss the moment altogether.
The first explanation is the loss of memory. People know that their camera is recording that moment, so they don’t try to remember. Similarly, if you write down someone’s phone number, you’re less likely to remember it offhand because your brain tells you there’s just no need. That’s all well and good — until that piece of paper goes missing.
The other is distraction. We’re distracted by the process of taking a photo — how we hold our phone, composing the photo, such as smiling faces, the background to our liking and clear image, all of which uses up our attention that could otherwise help us memorize.
However, taking photos can benefit memory — when done mindfully. While taking a photo may be distracting, the act of preparation by focusing on visual (视觉的) details around has some upsides. When people take the time to zoom in (拉近镜头) on specific things, memories become strengthened.
Another benefit is that we recall moments more accurately (准确的) with the photos. Memory has been reshaped with the help of new information and new experiences. Thus, photos or videos help us recall moments as if they really happened.
Memories die away without a visual record backing them up. Therefore, a photo is an excellent tool to help remember when done purposefully, which is worth exploring further.
1. What is the purpose of the first paragraph?| A．To show the interest in taking photos. | B．To make us think of similar experience. |
| C．To introduce readers to the topic. | D．To call on readers not to take photos. |
| A．People depend more on photos to remember than their brains. |
| B．Photos are more detailed and attractive than memories. |
| C．Taking photos is helpful for us to memorize what we like most. |
| D．Many sources influence people’s memories during photo-taking. |
| A．When distraction is most likely to happen. |
| B．How to use photo-taking to memorize better. |
| C．How to stay focused while taking photos. |
| D．Situations when taking photos is better. |
| A．We should remember the moment and take photos properly |
| B．Photography does help us memorize the moment |
| C．The fewer photos we take, the better we will remember |
| D．Taking pictures could actually harm the brain’s ability to keep memories |
6 . Bioluminescence (生物荧光) is to California as the Aurora Borealis is to the Arctic. These events occur when single-celled organisms, known as dinoflagellates (甲藻), suddenly give off a kind of light after being disturbed. They’re most common in spring and into summer, especially during years with a combination of good rains and warm weather. Here are a few tips to help you witness bioluminescence:
Monitor Social Media
The first reports of a bioluminescence event are likely to show upon Instagram and Twitter, which are easily searchable. You can also setup a warning on Google that will round up news coverage.
Check With Aquariums
Such institutions as the Birch Aquarium in La Jolla, the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium in Monterey might post updates on their websites or social media feeds, especially if bioluminescence is happening locally.
Find a Dark Location
If bioluminescence is ongoing, try to find a stretch of coast that’s as far away from light as possible. Get out before the moon rises for the best conditions and some experts also suggest that two hours after sunset is a good bet Give your eyes time to adjust and use your flashlight’s red light, which will keep your vision adjusted to the darkness.
Track Hotspots
The best displays can vary from night tonight, so check again on social media for updates. The environmental website Treehugger named San Diego one of the world’s eight best places to see bioluminescence. Meanwhile, north of San Francisco at Point Reyes National Seashore, To males Bay is a dependable spot for bioluminescence and you can go out on guided trips with Blue Waters Kayaking.
1. What kind of condition is better for witnessing bioluminescence?| A．Hot dry weather. | B．Warm rainy weather. |
| C．Cold rainy weather. | D．Cold dry weather. |
| A．Water. | B．Sunset. | C．Darkness. | D．Light. |
| A．In La Jolla. | B．In Long Beach. | C．In San Diego. | D．In San Francisco. |
1. What does Martha think of the beach?
| A．It is boring. |
| B．It is exciting. |
| C．It is dangerous. |
| A．A museum. | B．A lake. | C．A gallery. |
| A．It is nearby. |
| B．She has never been there. |
| C．Children could get enough exercise. |
8 . Harry Potter fans, get ready for the journey to Hogwarts and beyond on an official guided tour of Warner Bros. This guided experience at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London — The Making of Harry Potter is the only tour of its kind, so if you’re a fan of the magical world, it’s a must-do.
What To Expect
Upon arriving, you will be greeted by an experienced guide who reveals the wonders you’ll encounter throughout your tour of the original sets and costumes from all eight of the Harry Potter films. You will be given your own personal headset to ensure you do not miss any of the fascinating behind-the-scenes facts.
Watch a short film in the cinema before you enter the Great Hall, Visit the original Hogwarts Express locomotive (火车头) and a recreation of Platform 9¾. Climb aboard the train carriage and pose with a luggage trolley as it disappears through the platform wall.
Once the tour comes to an end, you have the option to re-enter the studio at your leisure, find that perfect souvenir at the Studio Shop, or purchase a coffee at the Studio Tour Cafe.
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible.
Infants (婴儿) must sit on laps.
Travelers should have a medium physical fitness level.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers.
The total duration of the tour is 5 hours, comprising a 1-hour travel time to the studios, a 3-hour guided tour, and a 1-hour travel time back to London.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
1. What can be expected throughout the tour?| A．Taking photos with the actors. | B．Knowing behind-the-scenes facts. |
| C．Creating a new Platform 9¾. | D．Watching Harry Potter series again. |
| A．Couples with little babies. | B．Adults with physical disability. |
| C．A group consisting of 16 members. | D．Teenagers with travel sickness. |
| A．On the day of registration. | B．On the exact day of departure. |
| C．3 days ahead of the departure date. | D．4 days ahead of the departure date. |
1. How long does this trip take?
| A．About two hours. | B．About one and a half hours. | C．About thirty minutes. |
| A．Desserts. | B．Hot meals. | C．Sandwiches. |
| A．Near the duty-free shop. | B．In the front of the first floor. | C．At the end of the hallway. |
| A．Toilets. | B．A restaurant. | C．A game room. |
10 . Love sugar-white sand beaches? Whether you’re looking to ski down the side of a mountain or surf in the sunshine, you’ll find the following three places in the best winter travel destination list.
Best for: Families and water babies
The newly-built Coral Towers at the Atlantis resort (旅游胜地) in Paradise Island, Bahamas, with new next-door neighbor Marina Village, an open-air shopping and dining marketplace, are just two of the newest reasons to visit this Caribbean popular travel destination. Don’t forget about Aquaventure, the world’s largest open-air water park. With the average winter temperatures between the mid 60°F and high 70°F, it’s a perfect place to escape the cold.
Best for: Adventurers
Iceland in the winter is simply dreamy and temperatures aren’t as cool as you might think. Plus, there’s no better time than winter to view the Northern Lights. Short winter days mean you’ll have an even greater chance to catch the magic. An increasing number of flights in and out of Reykjavik make it easier than ever to visit.
Best for: Families and theme park lovers
Whether you come for the Pro Bowl in January, the new Toy Story land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Supercharged ride at Universal Studios Florida, Orlando is yet another warm-weather destination for winter travel. The weather is at its best and the crowds are at their thinnest.
1. Which of the following is a good place for shopping?| A．Iceland | B．Aquaventure | C．Marina Village | D．Ski City |
| A．Salt Lake City | B．Orlando | C．Reykjavik | D．Brighton |
| A．The new Toy Story land. | B．Sugar-white sand beaches. |
| C．An open-air dinning marketplace. | D．The magic of the Northern Lights. |
