| A．performer | B．performance | C．stage | D．composition |
| A．more likely | B．the less likely | C．the more likely | D．the likelier |
3 . BOOKSHOPS IN ROME:A QUICK GUIDE
Rome has a handful of bookshops with only English language titles. Here is our list of the main bookshops offering books in English, from old to new titles.
Almost Corner Bookshop
The Almost Corner Bookshop in Trastevere has a wide collection of fiction (小说) works and also carries books on Roman history, art, culture, poetry and many other subjects.
Via del Moro 45, tel.065836942.
Anglo American
Centrally located near the Spanish Steps, the Anglo American Bookshop only carries books in English but on request can order books in other languages. The shop has recently moved, just down the street.
Via della Vite 27, tel. 066795222.
Open Door
The Open Door Bookshop is a small shop that specialises in buying and selling quality second-hand and old books in English, Italian, French, German and Spanish, as well as some new books.
Via della Lungaretta 23, tel. 065896478.
The Little Reader
This children’s English bookshop in the Esquilino area of Rome collects books from babies to teens in English and Italian. It also has a local cafe (咖啡馆) and garden and offers a regular (定期的) programme of reading events and activities for children and their parents.
Via Conte Verde 66b, tel. 0687784678.
1. In which bookshop can you learn more about Roman history?| A．Almost Corner Bookshop. | B．Anglo American. |
| C．Open Door. | D．The Little Reader. |
| A．065836942. | B．066795222. | C．065896478. | D．0687784678. |
| A．Eat Spanish food. | B．Read books in French. |
| C．Enjoy reading activities. | D．Take Italian language courses. |
4 . The Best Art Competitions to Enter in 2024
Watermedia Showcase
Watermedia Showcase is back for its 15th year! Showcase your best watercolor art in this exciting competition. All winners and honorable mentions will have their works featured in the magazine. First prize winners will receive an additional $2,500 cash prize and a free Artists Network Membership. Entry fee is $45 ($30 before February 6, 2024).
Closing Date: April 11, 2024.
Jackson’s Painting Prize
Jackson’s Painting Prize was created to reward original art created with oil paints. A $7,500 total cash prize will be equally divided between the first three winning artists. There are also awards for emerging artists and best oil paintings. Winners will be given an opportunity to have their works shown in an exhibition. Entry fee is $35 per entry.
Closing Date: March 1, 2024.
The Strokes of Genius Contest
Open to artists in the United States and Canada, this contest celebrates original drawings made in pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, colored pencil and so on. Top prize is $3,500. Winning entries will be published in a special edition of The Best of Drawing. Entry fee is $45.
Closing Date: April 29, 2024.
The Sunny Art Prize
Contestants can submit works made in a diverse range of media, including drawing, sculpture, printmaking, video art, and photography. Top prize winner receives $6,000 and a silver medal. Open to artists worldwide aged 18 and over. Entry fee is $40 for one artwork.
Closing Date: June 30, 2024.
1. What is the final deadline for the submission of watercolor works?| A．April 11. | B．March 1. | C．February 6. | D．April 29. |
| A．A silver medal. | B．A free membership. |
| C．A chance to exhibit his entry. | D．A qualification to publish his work. |
| A．It charges the least for each artwork. | B．It is most popular with emerging artists. |
| C．It is open to artists based in North America. | D．It accepts entries in multiple types of media. |
| A．ordinary | B．virtual | C．romantic | D．original |
6 . Of all the Chinese 24 solar terms, Clear and Bright (清明) is the only one whose first day is also a traditional Chinese festival, the Qingming Festival. The words “clear” and “bright” describe the weather during this period. Temperatures begin to rise and rainfall increases, making it an important time for growing crops in the spring. As is known, it is a time to worship ancestors, however, here are several things you may not know about Clear and Bright.
Spring Outings
Not only is it a period to honor the dead, but it is also time for people to go out and enjoy nature. As trees turn green, flowers blossom, and the sun shines brightly, everything returns to life. It is a fine time to appreciate the beauty of nature.
Flying Kites
Flying kites is an activity favored by many Chinese during Tomb-Sweeping Day. Kites are not only flown during the day time but also in the evening. Little lanterns are tied to the kites. And when the kites are flying in the sky, the lanterns look like twinkling stars at night. What makes flying kites during this day special is that people cut the string while the kite is in the sky to let it fly freely. It is said that this brings good luck and that diseases can be chased away by doing this.
Cuju
Cuju is an interesting game played during this period. Ju is a ball made of leather with hairs plugged in it. Legend has it that the Yellow Emperor first invented it for training warriors. Later, Cuju was used by people to build up their bodies when they were unable to eat hot food during the Cold Food Festival.
Feasting on Qingtuan
In the lower parts of the Yangtze River region, qingtuan is very popular on Tomb-Sweeping Day. Qingtuan is a kind of round green cake. In order to make the cakes, people mash (捣碎) barnyard grass (艾草) to squeeze juice from it and mix the flour and juice to a paste. Then they put fillings into the paste and steam them. Pretty and delicate, qingtuan has a special flavor.
1. What is special about flying kites during Clear and Bright?| A．Flying kites with lanterns in the evening. |
| B．Flying kites to bring good luck. |
| C．Cutting the kite string to let it fly freely. |
| D．Flying kites both in the daytime and at night. |
| A．Clear and Bright is an important period for farming. |
| B．Qingtuan is traditionally eaten during the period of Clear and Bright all over China. |
| C．Cuju was invented by the Yellow Emperor to play in the Qingming Festival. |
| D．Clear and Bright is one of the 24 solar terms whose first day is also a traditional Chinese festival. |
| A．How to celebrate the Qingming Festival. |
| B．Flying kites in a special way. |
| C．Ways to have fun during Clear and Bright. |
| D．Some unknown customs about Clear and Bright. |
7 . As Christmas Eve approached, I found myself in New York City, far from my family and friends in Taiwan. I was feeling homesick and lonely, but my Jewish friend, Rachel, who, like me, doesn’t get connected with Christmas due to any religious things, invited me to join her for a dinner in a Chinese restaurant. She explained that it was a tradition for many Jewish people to celebrate this holiday by eating Chinese food on Christmas Eve.
We went to Jing Fong, a fancy restaurant in Chinatown. The place was packed with people, and the atmosphere was lively and festive. We ordered a variety of dishes. Everything was delicious, and I felt grateful to be sharing this experience with Rachel. As we ate, we talked about our families and our cultures. We laughed and joked, and for a moment, I forgot about my homesickness.
A moment later, a group of carolers (唱圣诞歌的人) came into the restaurant, singing Christmas songs. At first, I was puzzled. Why were they singing in a Chinese restaurant? But then I realized that this was part of the magic of New York City. People from all different cultures and backgrounds could come together and celebrate the holidays in their own way. Rachel and I joined in the singing, and soon the whole restaurant was filled with music. It was a beautiful moment, and I felt blessed to be part of it.
What a night! I learned that even when you’re far from home, you can still find joy and connection with others. Rachel and I may come from different cultures, but we shared amazing food, joyful music, and most importantly heartfelt company. And that’s exactly what all the holidays are all about.
1. Why did Rachel invite the author to join her for dinner?| A．To show respect to God |
| B．To celebrate Christmas in the Jewish way |
| C．To share stories about their families |
| D．To forget about their homesickness |
| A．Fearful | B．Joyful |
| C．Disappointed | D．Confused |
| A．By focusing on religious traditions |
| B．By celebrating with family and friends |
| C．By enjoying a variety of festive dishes |
| D．By embracing diverse ways of celebration |
| A．A personal blog | B．A commercial promotion brochure |
| C．A travel guide of New York | D．An academic article |
8 . Welcome to Chelsea FC Foundation Soccer Schools. Our camp programs in these schools offer players aged 9-17 the experience of a living and training like soccer experts with world-class coaching. Players will learn what it takes to become a world-class footballer at Chelsea FC and learn about Chelsea’s unique coaching philosophies. Chelsea FC Foundation’s coaches are skilled in challenging players of every level and their specialist programs cover technical, physical, psychological and social aspects of the game. Players will be grouped by age and their ability on the first day of the camp, and then they will start their training at different places.
Groups:
| Boys | Girls | |
| Senior players | 13-17 | 12-17 |
| Place | Charterhouse School | Seaford College |
| Junior players | 9-15 | 10-14 |
| Place | Lancing College | Ardingly College |
We offer you Soccer Only Camp and Soccer and English Camp to choose from.
Soccer Only Camp (2 weeks):
•Up to 32 hours per week of soccer training.
•Campers need to be able to speak at least an intermediate level of English.
•Campers need to pay $2,295.
Soccer and English Camp (2 weeks):
•Up to 19 hours per week of soccer training, along with 14 hours per week of English language lessons.
•Campers need to be basic level English speakers at least.
•One-to-one instruction from Chelsea FC Foundation’s coaches.
•Campers need to pay $3.200.
1. What is an advantage of Chelsea FC Foundation’s coaches?| A．They come from different countries. |
| B．They have specialized programs in different fields. |
| C．They provide one-to-one instruction for Soccer Only campers. |
| D．They can help campers achieve an intermediate level in two weeks. |
| A．At Lancing College. | B．At Seaford College. |
| C．At Ardingly College. | D．At Charterhouse School. |
| A．14 hours. | B．19 hours. | C．32 hours. | D．33 hours. |
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