1 . Today, people use the Internet to shop, play games, make friends and read the news. Many young people can’t imagine life without it.     1     In fact, the Internet has been used for a much longer time than most people think.

In 1957, the United States was in the middle of the Cold War. The Soviet Union (苏联) had sent up the first satellite (卫星), named Sputnik, into space. This meant the Soviets were ahead of the U. S. in technology. Americans were afraid.     2     One of the ideas was a network (网络) that would let people across the country communicate by using computers.

    3     It was first tried out in 1969. For another twenty years, it was used only by scientists who worked with the U. S. government and by some engineers. Then, in 1990, the army of America gave the control of the Internet to the National Science Foundation.     4    

The biggest change in the way that people use the Internet came in 1992. For the first time, the Internet was opened to the general public, creating what is now known as the World Wide Web.     5     Today, no one government controls the Internet and it just gets bigger and bigger. It makes our world different.

8 . Good note-taking can be very important to academic and professional success.     1     However, you may not be sure how to take notes. To do so, use note-taking techniques for written texts or presentations such as lectures, seminars (研讨会), and meetings.

    2     Keep your notes organized by writing important details at the top of each page, Include information such as the date, bibliographic (书目的) information, and page number of your notes. Noting details can make it easier for you to return to your notes and get important information.

Use your own language.     3    . Avoid noting anything in the text verbatim, or word for word, unless it is a phrase or quote you may later use. Taking notes in your own words actively engages your brain, helps you better understand the text, makes you more likely to retain the information, and may minimize the risk of plagiarism (剽窃).

Develop your own system of sighs and abbreviations that can help you more quickly take notes and review them.     4     .

Skip lines on the paper for later review. As you write your keywords and ideas down, leave space between each line.     5     This helps you quickly have and identify all of the relevant material to that keyword or thought.

9 . With its Victorian charm and windswept beauty, Block Island appeals to both outdoorsy travelers who want to hike, bike, boat and explore and to those who simply want to abandon reality back on the mainland.

See Mohegan Bluffs

As dramatic as any scenery in New England, the Mohegan Bluffs are 150-foot clay cliffs on the south side of Block Island. Unforgettable Atlantic Ocean views await those who descend a wooden staircase more than 140 steps to the sliver of sand below. The only protection you’ll need when you go to this spot is sunscreen.

ADDRESS 121 Mohegan Trail, New Shoreham, RI 02807, USA

PHONE +1401-466-5009

Climb to the Top of Southeast Light   

Block Island’s Southeast Light seemed doomed to fall into the sea. Erosion threatened this 1874 brick beacon until it was safely moved inland in 1993. The lighthouse’s small museum is open free to the public between Memorial Day weekend and the second Monday in October, and for a fee, you can often venture to the top of the tower on a tour: the 360-degree island views are worth it.

ADDRESS: 122 Mohegan Trail, New Shoreham, RI 02807, USA

PHONE: +1401-466-5009

Meet Exotic Animals   

At Abrams’ Animal Farm, you can meet a variety of animals from abroad. This free mini zoo is popular with families. Be sure to wander over to nearby North Light Fibers, where friendly alpacas(羊驼)are also eager to meet you.

ADDRESS: 1 Spring St, New Shoreham, RI 02807, USA

PHONE: +1401-466-2421

Paddle the Great Salt Pond

To fully appreciate Block Island’s ecological wonders, you’ll want to get out on the water. Pond and Beyond Kayak offers two-and-a-half-hour small group ecotours of the Great Salt Pond that are perfect for even inexperienced paddlers. You’ll be able to ask questions and hear local insights, in addition to spying on wildlife and oyster farms.

ADDRESS: 216 Ocean Ave, New Shoreham, RI 02807-7710, USA

PHONE: +1401-578-2773