1 . With so many options for short, beautiful walks in Queenstown, you are truly spoiled for choice. Here’s a list of local picks that will help you discover the best walks around Queenstown, a walkers’ paradise, for every age and ability.
Tiki Trail
For one of the best views of Queenstown and a decent workout, climb the Tiki Trail up to the Skyline Gondola building. Starting at the base of the Gondola, the Tiki Trail winds its way steeply through trees towards the lookout at the top.
Choose to hike back to Queenstown. Or if the climb has gotten the better of you, sit back, relax and catch a ride in the Skyline Gondola.
Queenstown Gardens
The Queenstown Gardens Trail is a wheelchair-accessible trail just a few minutes from central Queenstown. The flat, easy track has spectacular views of Lake Whakatipu, Cecil Peak, and Walter Peak and the manicured gardens are beautiful year-round.
You could spend hours here exploring the rose gardens or playing disc golf. If you’re tight on time, the loop around the shore of Lake Whakatipu takes less than an hour to complete.
Arrow River Trail
Starting in historic Arrowtown, a walk along the Arrow River Trail is a must-do for any visitor to Queenstown.
The track will have you filling your camera memory, especially in autumn due to the explosion of colours on the trees. From here, you can cross the bridge and walk back along the riverside or go back the way you came. Back in Arrowtown, it’s lovely to walk along the river and amongst the trees before rejoining Arrowtown’s quaint streets to admire the café culture, discover the region’s history or grab a pint in the sunshine.
Ben Lomond Track
Ben Lomond will greet you from the moment you arrive in town. Not for the faint-hearted or inexperienced, this demanding climb is a full-day mission with a spectacular reward.
Walkers aiming for the summit should be fully equipped and allow six to eight hours, depending on the conditions. Be prepared for snow and ice above the bush line from April to November.
1. Which place is a better choice for the disabled?| A．Tiki Trail. | B．Arrow River Trail. |
| C．Queenstown Gardens. | D．Ben Lomond Track. |
| A．Appreciate the rose fragrance. | B．Experience demanding climb. |
| C．Have a bird-eye view of Queenstown. | D．Learn about the local history. |
| A．To compare things. | B．To inform readers. |
| C．To uncover the unseen. | D．To warn readers. |
2 . Lifelong learning is how you improve as a person, bit by bit and day by day. Lifelong learners recognize the importance and joy of growth so they never settle for what they currently know and always seek for improvement. Here are some habits people who value lifelong learning have in common, and see how many of them you recognize in yourself.
Whatever problem or dilemma (困境) you currently face, there’s definitely at least one decent book that discusses it and presents different kinds of solutions. Reading is a great way to open up new horizons, train your brain and change your life completely. Through reading, you can connect with successful people and learn from the lessons they share. Lifelong learners love to be lost in books and do it regularly.
Whether it’s online or offline, there are countless courses you can participate in for free. These are great opportunities to connect with clever and like-minded people and learn from them. Because of advanced technology, you can now gain knowledge from online programs. What lifelong learners have in common is squeezing as much as possible out of these opportunities.
Instead of spending your free time lying on the couch and watching TV, you should do something creative and practical. You know every wasted minute is gone forever. Lifelong learners stay up-to-date with growth opportunities in their areas and participate in them frequently.
As a lifelong learner, if behind the efforts, there is a deep desire to grow, your chances of success are much higher compared to when you are forced to learn. Lifelong learners love to experience the constant growth and improvement. In order to keep growing, you are supposed to clearly define your goals. Smart goal setting is one of the tools to insure constant growth.
1. How does reading affect us?| A．It broadens our horizons. |
| B．We learn some practical knowledge. |
| C．We realize our present thinking patterns. |
| D．It offers effective solutions to problems. |
| A．Try to choose the suitable courses. |
| B．Keep in touch with various people. |
| C．Make use of the available resources. |
| D．Improve their knowledge in any area. |
| A．A long-term goal. | B．A proper method. |
| C．A positive attitude. | D．A lot of experience. |
| A．They accept different changes. |
| B．They develop good learning habits. |
| C．They believe it’s never too late to start. |
| D．They love making continuous progress. |
I was never a fast runner and thus I always didn’t like running. Throughout my childhood, whenever we competed in the 50-meter run, the 400-meter, or any other type of race, I would finish in the bottom half. In my late teens, as a member of a baseball team, I was the slowest runner on the team. In the preseason training, I was always the one running by myself at the end.
Therefore, twenty years later, when I entered my first official running race — a 3,000-meter challenge in my city — at age 38, I certainly didn’t expect to win or come close to winning.
I was there because my college friend Jim Hosek was the director of the race, and he asked me to run. The race was aimed at raising money for the unfortunate patients in a hospital and encouraging the patients and their fanilies to be brave, determined, and confident with sportsmanship.
It was a heartwarming program.I wanted to support it, so I showed up, paid the entrance fee, had a number pinned (把……别住) on my back, and moved over to the starting line. There, I waited with about 300 other runners for the race to begin. I was nervous. Would I be the last one to finish a race again? Could I even finish the race? I wondered.
Before long, someone spoke into a microphole, “Anyone weighing over 200 pounds comes down to the scale (秤), please.” Knowing I was over 200 pounds, I walked down to the scale. A man told me to stand on it. “Two hundred and three pounds,” he said. Then he wrote down the race number that was on my back. Out of curiosity, I asked him why he did so,and then I was told there would be an award ceremony (仪式) after the race. One award was for the first finisher in the over 200-pound group, and this special award would be announced at the end of the ceremony.
Not expecting the award, I ran towards the starting line, never realizing there were only two runners weighing over 200 pounds.
Paragraph 1:Soon after, the race started.
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Then came the last award, and to my surprise, my name was announced.
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4 . 4 YouTube Channels That You Need to Watch
Yes Theory6.57M Subscribers
Driven by the motto “Seek Discomfort,” Yes Theory aims to spread a message of positivity and fearlessness through pursuing projects and missions that help bring people outside their comfort zones. There is no doubt that many of us may feel too scared to pursue ambitious goals, which is why Yes Theory takes on some of the most daunting (令人望而却步的) adventures to show people that discomfort helps achieve a great life.
Nas Daily2.45M Subscribers
Being a graduate of Harvard, Nuseir Yassin, also known as Nas Daily, makes an effort to provide a YouTube channel that highlights the “most incredible humans on planet Earth.” His videos often feature individuals who are creating change in the world, and he also covers some of the most important topics of discussion like climate change.
TED-Ed13.7M Subscribers
TED-Ed is one of the most famous YouTube channels when it comes to learning and inspiration. The channel has no specific video producer as it features presentations from people all around the world. These videos feature a wide variety of topics, and there is no specific subject that the channel focuses on. Instead, it provides insight into anything that can benefit the viewers, and it truly is a great resource to use if you would like to learn something new.
Be Inspired7.4M Subscribers
Be Inspired is a YouTube channel that provides videos to help people improve their overall well-being. These videos include a wide variety of topics such as sleep, stress, economics, jobs, setting and achieving goals, and creating plans. The channel also includes short and inspirational videos that help people realize the mistakes they are making and ways to solve them.
1. Which channel encourages viewers to challenge themselves?| A．Be Inspired. | B．Yes Theory. | C．Nas Daily. | D．TED-Ed. |
| A．Learning the latest news. | B．Meeting incredible humans. |
| C．Having access to job opportunities. | D．Improving their overall well-being. |
| A．They are inspirational. |
| B．They are favored by students. |
| C．They all have over 6M subscribers. |
| D．They all have one specific video producer. |
5 . How to Prepare for an Earthquake
An earthquake can be a very destructive natural disaster, particularly in the Pacific Rim region. After an earthquake, your home may be a mess and you might be left without a water supply or power.
· Create a disaster plan.
Form your plan and know what to do before the earthquake happens.
In a real earthquake, this is your number one defense. Drop to the floor, take cover under a firm desk or table and hold on firmly. Namely, drop and cover your head from falling objects. Stay there until the shaking stops.
·Learn basic first aid.
There are resources in your community to educate people on how to deal with first aid emergencies.
·Write down and share emergency contact lists.
This should include everyone in your home, office, etc.
| A．Stay away from the shaking house. |
| B．Practice “drop, cover and hold on”. |
| C．Then go over your plan on a regular basis. |
| D．Therefore, you can turn to your family for help. |
| E．You need to know how to get in touch with them. |
| F．There are several things you can do to prepare for an earthquake. |
| G．For example, your local Red Cross has classes teaching you the basic skills. |
6 . If you have a big test coming up or just want to do well in class, studying is one of the best things you can do to improve your grade. Even though revising things you already learned might seem boring, you’ll feel a lot more comfortable with the material.
Study in 1-hour blocks.
Keep your study time shorter so you don’t get tired. Set aside (留出) an hour for each of your subjects so you have time to revise them.
Step away for a few minutes every hour so you don’t feel overworked. Since studying takes up a lot of energy and brainpower, schedule in 5-10 minutes every hour where you just relax. Avoid working through the breaks.
Schedule time to study every day.
Try to set aside a regular time to go over notes for class.
Work somewhere quiet.
| A．Plan regular breaks. |
| B．Revise your notes in your own words. |
| C．Only focus on one subject at a time during each block. |
| D．Find a time when you feel the most energetic to study. |
| E．We’ll start by looking at some tips on forming the best study habits! |
| F．Find a place where you won’t have trouble concentrating on the material. |
| G．If you live with others, ask them to be quiet when you plan your study time. |
7 . Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS) is the oldest and most important science research competition for high school students all over the nation. Started in 1942, Regeneron STS recognizes and empowers most promising young scientists. Each year, nearly 2,000 students enter Regeneron STS. The competition awards 300 student scholars and their schools annually and invites 40 student finalists to Washington, D. C. to participate in final judging. Regeneron STS provides an important platform for their original research which is examined and reviewed by professional scientists.
What are the requirements?●Applicants must be over 13 years of age and have legal parental permission to submit (提交) the application and participate, or be 18 years of age or older;
●Applicants must complete individual research projects to enter Regeneron STS. Research conducted as part of a pre-collegiate student team project is not qualified for Regeneron STS;
●Applicants must submit application package through our online system, and must not have entered any previous Regeneron STS.
What are the core components of an application?●Essays, short answer responses, activities and basic information;
●Scientific Research Report (maximum 20-page research paper about one of the applicant’s original research projects);
●Recommendations submitted by adults;
●Test Scores (optional).
What could the applicants win?●PARTICIPATION AWARDS: All competitors will receive a T-shirt, laptop stickers, and a free one-year subscription to Science News magazine.
●SCHOLAR AWARDS: Each of the 300 scholars will receive a $2,000award.
●SCHOOL AWARDS: The schools of each scholar will receive $2,000 per scholar. The award is intended to contribute to excellence in science, math and/or engineering education at the school.
●FINALIST AWARDS: Judges select 40 finalists from among the scholars. In addition to an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D. C., finalists receive a minimum award of $25,000.
1. From Paragraph 1, we know that Regeneron STS ________.| A．was started before the 1940s |
| B．recognizes 40 scholars every year |
| C．is a platform for professional scientists |
| D．is a nationwide science research competition |
| A．be over 18 years old |
| B．submit applications online |
| C．have entered Regeneron STS before |
| D．have completed the research for a team project |
| A．Each finalist. | B．Each participant. |
| C．Each scholar. | D．Each of the scholars’ school. |
8 . Grandparent’s Day Workshop-Honey Tasting
September is Honey Month, and what better way to celebrate both your grandparents and this sweet treat than tasting some sweet honey from around the world? Join us for a family-friendly honey tasting workshop.
What Participants Learn:
·How honey is made
·The importance of honeybees to pollinating O plants
·How to select and enjoy quality honey
·Why soil and flowers’ sweet liquid sources influence a honey’s flavor and color
·What participants can do to help bees in their neighborhoods
·Recommendations for seasonal food pairings that will match the honeys
What’s Included:
·Mini wooden tasting spoons
·Sweet chocolate bars topped with flower petals,honey and bee pollen
·A honey tasting guide
·Tasty snacks such as biscuits or cookies
Upgrades:
·Drink options such as tea or sparkling wine
·Personalized service
You’ll taste honey from different regions of the world, and you’ll have the opportunity to ask our honey experts any questions you have. This workshop is perfect for grandparents and grandchildren to enjoy together. It’s a fun and educational way to learn about honey and its importance to our planet.
Date: Sunday,September 10, 2023
Time:10:00 am —11:30 am
Location: Butterfly Pavilion
Price details
Non-Member Adult | $25. 00 |
Non-Member Child (2-12) | $12. 50 |
Member | $20 adult, $10 child |
The workshop is limited to 60 participants, so please register early. We hope to see you there!
1. What will participants learn at Grandparent’s Day Workshop?| A．What plants are pollinated by bees. | B．Where honeybees make honey most. |
| C．How to pair honey with other foods. | D．What the flavor of quality honey is like. |
| A．Chocolate bars. | B．Various drinks. | C．Tasting spoons. | D．Delicious snacks. |
| A．$ 30. | B．$ 32.50. | C．$ 35.50. | D．$ 40. |
1. Why did Bangari win the Global Peace Prize?
| A．She helped solve African poverty problem. |
| B．She ended the wars between African countries. |
| C．She brought education to African women. |
| A．Over 15 million. | B．Over 20 million. | C．Over 30 million. |
| A．Night schools. | B．Tree nurseries. | C．Child hospitals |
| A．A prize presenter. | B．A project organizer. | C．A program host. |
10 . Seventy miles inland from the Bering Sea, the villages of Akiachak, Akiak and Tuluksak formed the Yupiit School District. This year, this district was allowed to operate on an academic calendar according to seasonal harvests.
It starts a week later than other districts, and classes finish 10 days earlier. They make up the difference with an extra half hour of instruction each day. Students can now take part in the fall moose (驼鹿) hunt and the spring migratory bird harvest. The strategy is to pass along traditional knowledge that cannot be gained in the classroom.
On a cloudy day this June, teachers met students at a large cutting table near teacher housing near the river. Originally, the morning catch of salmon (鲑鱼) was supposed to be processed at a nearby community fish camp, but those plans were scrapped because a black bear was hanging around.
Evelyn Esmailka explained the differences between salmon and other fishes to the children. After this lesson, they boarded boats to go fishing for salmon on the river. The order of the day was making sure that every student got a chance to take part in the harvest.
Barron Sample was in charge of it. “For some of them, it’s the first time actually out here on the river doing this, and the first time they’re actually pulling a net,” Sample said. The boat was one of three owned by the school district. “There’re three schools in our school district: Akiak, Tuluksak, and us, Akiachak. So, in a little competition, like, how many did you catch today?” Sample said.
While the first drift only yielded two fish, the second brought in around a dozen of various fish. The students screamed in delight as the struggling salmons were picked from the net, landing with a bang in a plastic box.
During the narrow window when fishing was allowed, the village of Akiachak felt like a deserted town. But along the river, the fish camps buzzed with activities as families processed the day’s harvest in a way that has changed little over the centuries.
1. What are students of the Yupiit School District expected to do?| A．Embrace traditional native knowledge fully. |
| B．Attend an extra class for half an hour. |
| C．Harvest their academic achievements. |
| D．Learn about the migration of birds. |
| A．Discussed. | B．Abandoned. | C．Approved. | D．Introduced. |
| A．Exhausting. | B．Dangerous. | C．Competitive. | D．Knowledgeable. |
| A．The local quiet lifestyle. | B．The education of surviving skills. |
| C．The summer camp activities. | D．The way of processing fish. |
