1 . Whether you want to broaden your horizons, entertain the family or are simply looking for something to do on a rainy day, a trip to a free museum might be just the ticket.

Science Museum

At the Science Museum, you can enjoy award-winning exhibitions and collections spanning the sciences. From Helen Sharman’s iconic space suit to Amy Johnson’s Gipsy Moth airplane, explore the extraordinary stories of human achievements and the challenges we have overcome. You can book your free admission ticket on its website.

Natural History Museum

London’s world-famous museum is home to over 80 million objects and specimens including plants, creatures, dinosaur fossils, rare bugs and more. Billions of years of natural history is all open to visitors, completely free of charge. You can even get up close to collections made by Charles Darwin.

Discovery Museum

The Discovery Museum offers a great selection of exhibits to the whole family. Here you can stand in awe at the world’s first steam turbine-powered ship Turbinia which stands proud in the central hall. It also offers educational workshops and also provides a wealth of online content for virtual learning opportunities. The museum is free of charge.

Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A)

For art and design lovers, the Victoria and Albert Museum is the perfect free-to-visit attraction in Britain’s capital. Named after Prince Albert and Queen Victoria, who laid the building’s foundation stone in 1899, the V&A has an impressive collection of original masterpieces, contemporary art, architectural marvels and even a fantastic fashion gallery.

As well as dozens of free permanent exhibitions available in-house and online, the V&A also hosts temporary collections and events throughout the year, many of which are also completely free!

1. What can visitors do at the Science Museum?

A．Explore the world’s first ship.

B．Enjoy some contemporary art.

C．Admire Charles Darwin’s collections.

D．Learn about the great people and their achievements.

2. Which museum provides exhibits for the whole family?

A．Science Museum.	B．Natural History Museum.
C．Discovery Museum.	D．Victoria and Albert Museum.

3. What do the four museums have in common?

A．They offer free visits.	B．They are world-famous.
C．They show diverse ships.	D．They are in the same city.

2 . Advance Africa Volunteers in Kenya offers opportunities to international volunteers in schools, hospitals and community medical clinics.

Kenya Volunteer Program Schedule

You can volunteer for any duration and stay as long as you wish. You can arrive at any time during the month and the volunteer work starts the following day. You will typically work between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. You will spend your spare time shopping, eating out, seeing movies, chatting with other volunteers or swimming.

Kenya Volunteer Program is open to:

We invite individuals, couples, families, students, researchers, and groups (churches, colleges, and student associations).

Volunteering in Kenya Costs

Cost for 2 weeks or less $500.00

Cost for 1 month $700.00

Cost for 6 weeks $900.00

Cost for 2 months $1,100.00

$200 more for every extra two weeks.

No refunds (退款) will be paid to any volunteer who has arrived in the country and started on their program due to program change, early departures etc.

Our Volunteer in Kenya Program Offers

We have volunteers all year round. This gives you plenty of company to enjoy exciting travel adventures. Some of our volunteer travel projects do not require specific skills. Everyone can participate regardless of age or gender. Other projects require particular skills, education or interest.

The volunteer in Kenya program fee covers communication, airport pick-up, local support, in-country orientation, training, accommodation and two meals per day (three meals over the weekends if you are at the provided accommodation).

The volunteer in Kenya costs you need to meet are: your flight to and from the country, visa fees, work permits, travel insurance, in-country transport and return trip to the airport.

Typical Living Arrangements: Advance Africa Volunteers’ house and home-stays.

1. What can we know about Kenya Volunteer Program?

A．It has flexible schedule.	B．It is targeted at the youth.
C．It offers hotel accommodation.	D．It needs previous experience.

2. What are the fees for 10-week volunteering?

A．$800.00.	B．$1,000.00.
C．$1,100.00.	D．$1,300.00.

3. What does Kenya Volunteer Program offer?

A．Travel insurance.	B．Free transport.
C．Airport pick-up service.	D．Financial support.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What are the speakers mainly talking about?

A．How to learn a language well.

B．When the course will be finished.

C．Which course they should take.

2. What might the woman do?

A．Take an advanced class.

B．Get a private tutor.

C．Get a part-time job.

3. Who are the speakers probably?

A．Foreign students in China.

B．Overseas Chinese students.

C．Experienced Chinese learners.

4 . Languages are dying out all the time. Here are four languages that were once widely spoken but are now considered as “dead” languages.

Old Norse

Old Norse was spoken and written by the Vikings from about the 7th century. It was used in countries like Iceland and parts of Russia. The Vikings were famous for their attacks on neighbouring countries, and so Old Norse had an influence on the languages of the places they attacked, including English. For example, English words such as “egg, gift, anger, want, trust and score” come from Old Norse.

Middle English

Middle English was spoken in England between the 12th and 15th centuries and was very different from the English we use these days. In the past, England was highly influenced by Old Norse. So was its language. There are no manuscripts (手稿) in Middle English as it was much more fashionable to write in French. Middle English gave way to modern English. One example of the wide use of modern English was Shakespeare’s works.

Hunnir

Hunnir is the most mysterious of the languages on our list. The Huns were a community that spread across eastern Europe in the 4th and 5th centuries. Despite the Huns’ success in expanding their empire, their language was never written down. The few words that are known are mainly names-in modern Turkey and Mongolia. Apart from these, only three words are known; kamos, medos (types of drinks) and strava (a big meal).

Ancient Greek

More than 4,000 years ago, the Greeks spoke an advanced language known today as Ancient Greek, and developed the first alphabet. Indeed, the English word “alphabet” is taken from the first two letters of the Greek alphabet: alpha and beta. Although the language is no longer spoken anywhere, it continues to be studied by scholars around the world and is regarded as one of the most important languages of all time.

1. Which language was spoken by the Vikings?

A．Old Norse.	B．Middle English.
C．Ancient Greek.	D．Hunnir.

2. Why did Middle English disappear?

A．French was a popular written language then.	B．Modern English replaced Middle English.
C．Shakespeare didn’t use Middle English.	D．Middle English was influenced by Old Norse.

3. Which word comes from Ancient Greek?

A．Want.

B．Kamos.

C．Strava.

D．Alphabet.

5 . Four European Festivals You Don’t Want to Miss in 2023

Festival Medieval (中世纪的) de Sedan

For an unforgettable slice of Medieval France, head to Festival Medieval de Sedan in May. Held at the largest medieval castle in Europe, the Chateau de Sedan, the festival brings the spirit of the Middle Ages alive. Exciting tournaments and atmospheric parades take place around the castle grounds. Around 15,000 people come to explore the castle. Just be prepared to climb a lot of stairs!

La Fete de la Musique

There’s music in the air throughout France on 21 June. This is when La Fete de la Musique (Music Day) takes place. The first all-day musical celebration was first held in Paris in 1982 but later became celebrated in 120 countries around the world. During the festival, thousands of musicians gather in the streets, bars, and cafes giving free public performances.

Festival d’ Avignon

Another fantastic French festival not to miss is the Festival d’ Avignon. The annual theater festival is held in July in the courtyard of the Palais des Papes in Avignon. During this time, Avignon transforms its architectural heritage into various grand performance venues. Tens of thousands of theater lovers of all ages come to enjoy theatre, dance, visual arts, and live music.

Bastille Day

Celebrated nationwide on 14 July, Bastille Day is the biggest and most important festival in the French calendar. It marks the day that Parisian civilians and peasants stormed the fortress (堡垒) and prison of Bastille. This caused events that would end the monarchy (君主制) and start the age of liberty and equality. Celebrations are held all over France, including large-scale public events and parties.

1. Which of the following holidays takes place earliest?

A．Bastille Day.	B．Festival d’ Avignon.
C．La Fete de la Musique.	D．Festival Medieval de Sedan.

2. What can people do on La Fete de la Musique?

A．Enjoy beautiful music.	B．Explore some castles.
C．Make delicious coffee.	D．Learn about the monarchy.

3. When should you go if you are interested in the most important festival?

A．In May.

B．In June.

C．In July.

D．In August.

6 . Open Days at the University of Warwick

We’d love to meet you. Find out what Warwick’s all about. We will have a huge range of activities to choose from, to give you a deeper insight into student life here.

Accommodation

Get a sense of what it will be like to live on our fabulous campus. Our accommodation trails will guide you to residences which will be open for you to look around from 10:00 a. m.-4:00 p. m. Many of our current students will also be opening their rooms for viewing and happy to share their experiences of living on campus.

Academic Talks

Learn more about our courses by attending department sessions, and speaking to our academics and current students who will contribute to your student experience at the Information Fair from 9:30 a. m.-4:00 p. m. We’d particularly recommend booking onto our“Why Warwick?“ session. It is popular so make sure you reserve your place.

Sports and Societies

Visit our Sports and Societies Fair to chat to students from a variety of clubs and societies, who’ll talk to you about all the exciting experiences and activities outside of study, and start your thinking about what clubs and societies you might like to join as a student.

Campus Tours

Head over to our campus tour tents, where our friendly student ambassadors will be ready to take you on a guided tour from 9:15 a. m.-4:00 p. m. Visit our central campus sites, including the Warwick Arts Centre to see what you could get involved in.

Click on the boxes below to find out more about our Open Days and find the answers to some of our frequently answered questions. Once you have booked, we will send you more detailed information, to help you prepare for the day.

1. Where can you get to know about the courses at Warwick?

A．Accommodation Trails.	B．The Information Fair.
C．The Sports and Societies Fair.	D．Campus Tours.

2. What can you expect to do on the day?

A．To experience living on campus.	B．To make a reservation for a course.
C．To learn about extracurricular activities.	D．To appreciate artworks on campus by yourself.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A website.	B．A journal.
C．A guidebook.	D．An advertisement.

7 . Four London hotspots for coffee fans

Although London is known for its tea drinking habits, we can’t deny that Londoners are also enthusiastic coffee fans. We’ve rounded up our top 4 favourite coffee hotspots in the city.

Kapihan

Kapihan brings together the unique flavours of South East Asia in their new Battersea location. Both a coffee house and bakery, their selected single-origin coffee roasts are bound to   give you a coffee experience like no other.

Friendly staff and a contemporary interior make this one of the best coffee spots to visit in South West London.

Antipode

Bringing the charm of Australian coffee to London — this café by day and bar by night concept suites every occasion. They boast some of the newest and most innovative coffee making techniques to ensure each cup they serve you is made to perfection.

We recommend the Japanese filter coffee accompanied by the mature cheese toastie.

Kiss the Hippo

Kiss the Hippo are certified professionals at making a good cup of Richmond coffee. They bring together elements of the quality of their coffee, and serving it in a beautiful space; to give you the most memorable experience.

In-house roasting is what makes their coffee-making process stand out. Their improved approach ensures that each cup holds perfectly brewed coffee for you to enjoy.

Jolt

Jolt, now open in Fitzrovia, aims to give you the most theatrical coffee experience. Their unique single-origin beans create everything from fresh cold brews, smooth, delicate lattes, and flat whites. Give them a visit to try their signature “Spanish Lattes”.

Enjoy their fresh coffee and watch their famous black glove-wearing baristas (咖啡师) work their magic.

1. What make Kapihan one of the most recommended coffee spots to visit?

A．Its location and flavor.

B．Its coffee roaster and origin.

C．Its service and room design.

D．Its barista and magic.

2. Which spot suits the fans of the Japanese filter coffee?

A．Kapihan.

B．Antipode.

C．Kiss the Hippo.

D．Jolt.

3. What can customers do when drinking coffee in Jolt?

A．Enjoy a movie.

B．Obtain a signature.

C．Watch a magic show.

D．Witness the coffee-making.

8 . THE COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS

It takes hard work to guarantee your college application stands out. Make it rise to the top of the pile by becoming familiar with the application process and getting organized.

HOW MANY SCHOOLS TO APPLY TO

There are a ton of schools out there, but applying to too many colleges is a common mistake. Submitting your application to between five and eight colleges is suggested. Of that list, you should include a variety of dream schools, safety schools and possible schools.

EARLY DECISION AND EARLY ACTION

Early Decision and Early Action are options that allow you to apply to a college early and receive the admissions department’s decision in advance of traditional applicants. However, there are also restrictions that are important to understand. Early Decision, for example, is binding; if you submit Early Decision to a college and they accept, you must attend that college. You will also not be able to apply for more financial aid after this point. Early Action, on the other hand, is not binding; you can submit Early Action to a college, get accepted and have until the following spring to decide whether or not you want to attend.

WRITING A COLLEGE ESSAY

A good college essay is a critical part of the application process. A college essay is really just a way for admissions advisors to get to know you more, hear your perspective and relate to you on a personal level. This is one area you know a lot about, so just remember to infuse as much of “you” as possible into your essay.

NAILING YOUR COLLEGE INTERVIEW

A college interview is an opportunity for you to make a personal impression on an admissions officer and increase your chances of acceptance into a college. It’s a way for you to differentiate yourself from others and show your personality in a way that you can’t on a piece of paper. Practice and preparation will help you do well during your college interview.

1. Who is the text intended for?

A．College freshmen.	B．Educational institutions.
C．High school students.	D．General public.

2. What can you do after the college accepts your Early Decision?

A．Apply for another safety school.	B．Apply for more economic support.
C．Start to prepare for your college.	D．Start to prepare your college essay.

3. How can you stand out in the application process?

A．By applying to as many colleges as possible.

B．By submitting Early Decision or Early Action.

C．By praising the target colleges in the essay.

D．By showing your personalities in the interview.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What did the woman’s father think of her plan?

A．It was a fantastic idea.

B．It wasn’t suitable for her.

C．It wasn’t an interesting sport.

2. How did the woman feel before the marathon started?

A．Confident.

B．Nervous.

C．Painful.

3. What do we know about the woman’s father?

A．He offended her daughter a little.

B．He knew his daughter very much.

C．He promised to help his daughter train.

10 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Hummingbirds (蜂鸟) are the smallest birds in the world. Researchers have spent three years     1     (study) hummingbirds to find out whether they can distinguish between spectral (光谱) and non-spectral colors.

A newly     2     (publish) paper has confirmed that these incredible tiny     3     (creature) indeed have the ability to tell the difference between these color types and that they can see colors completely unknown to the human eye.

Hummingbirds are one of nature’s wonders — they live     4     a diet containing high levels of sugar (and sometimes insects), they are almost     5     ( constant) on the move, and they can see colors that humans can’t even imagine.

There are four color cone types in the eyes of hummingbirds,     6     humans only have three color cone types. Although it doesn’t seem like     7     big difference, when it comes to seeing color, that fourth color cone type matters most. Hummingbirds wouldn’t have the ability to see non-spectral colors if it     8    (be) not for it.

To find out how hummingbirds see color, the research group set up work stations at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL) in Colorado where they     9     (train) wild broad-tailed hummingbirds to actively take part in their experiment.

The group was careful to keep     10     (they) work environment as natural as possible for the birds over the course of the three years when they worked on this.