1 . Summer Holiday Fun
The summer holidays are upon us again. Here is our guide to summer holiday fun in Peterborough!
Saxon Youth Club
School holiday fun: Young people aged 13 — 19 will be able to produce their own music, compete in sports activities, or try their hand at cooking at Saxon Youth Club, Saxon Community Centre, Norman Road, Peterborough every Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 pm. PLUS, an aero ball tournament (航空球比赛) will take place on Thursday, 12th August between 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm.
Call 01 353 720274 for details.
Houghton Mil
Alice through the Looking Glass《爱丽丝梦游仙境2:镜中奇遇记》— a new production of the family favorite on Monday 30th, August. Bring rugs or chairs to sit on and a picnic if you wish to eat during the play. Gates open 5:30 pm, performance 6:30 pm — 8:30 pm. Adult £10. Child £7. Family £20.
Booking advisable on 0845 4505157.
Farmland Museum and Denny Abbey
Farmland Gaines: From Wellie Wanging to Pretend Ploughing matches, come and join the Farmland Team. Collect your sporting stickers and create a colorful rosette that is fit for a winner! No need to book, just turn up between 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm on Thursday, 19th August. Suitable for children aged four and above, each child should be accompanied by an adult and all activities are included in the normal admission price. Tickets Cost £7 per child.
For further information, call 01223 810080.
Peterborough Museum
The Age of the Dinosaurs is the museum’s main attraction this summer. Get up close to prehistoric creatures via some great hands-on exhibits! Watch out for monsters lurking around every ember! The museum is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Saturday, and from 12: 00 pm to 4:00 pm on Sundays in August.
Call 01733 864663 for details.
1. If you are interested in cooking, you can go to __________.A.Peterborough Museum | B.Houghton Mill |
C.Saxon Youth Club | D.Farmland Museum |
A.£7 | B.£17 | C.£27 | D.£20 |
A.01223 810080 | B.01733 864663 | C.0845 4505157 | D.01 353 720274 |
2 . Bees are known to tell time by light and social clues. Now, researchers have shown that the biological clocks of bees can be changed by another surprising factor: temperature cycles inside the hive (蜂巢).
The researchers tried to better understand how bees lived in areas beyond where light entered the hive.They were surprised to find clear temperature fluctuations across the day throughout the hive, which was caused by daylight.
To understand how important this temperature cycle was to a bee's activity, the researchers put bees in total darkness all the time while exposing them to the temperature cycles they observed within the hive. Six days later, the scientists moved the temperature cycle back by six hours. “We saw that the bees changed their activity with the temperature, meaning their daily routines were reactive to temperature,” a researcher said.
The discovery that bees can tell exact time from temperature cycles inside the hive shows that on a cloudy day or when bees aren't going outdoors, they have other means to tell time exactly. This will affect the way that researchers understand, explain and combine what they know of bee behavior.
More broadly, as more extreme weather events occur around the world, bees will face challenges to continuing the activities that keep them and the agriculture they support healthy and energetic. If part of the southern U.S. is hit with an unexpected snowstorm, bees getting ready to search for food might not realize they need to save energy and heat the hive. In the event of a 100-degree day, bees will have to spend a lot of energy keeping the hive co. It is those considerations that will influence hive health or possible hive breakdown.
"We want to see how important this research is this winter in Tennessee,when bees aren't leaving the hive as much," researchers said. "We will be interested to see how our findings apply to zones where temperature varies more greatly across the year." This research will also reshape how researchers think about bees' biological rhythms.
1. What does the underlined word "fluctuations" in paragraph 2 probably mean?A.Measures | B.Changes. | C.Approaches. | D.Functions |
A.It was carried out at night. | B.It was based on a previous study |
C.It analyzed bees' daily routines. | D.It studied how bees react to challenges |
A.Significance | B.result | C.process | D.background |
A.Lights Affect Bees' Biological Clocks | B.Bee Behavior Surprises Researchers |
C.Bees React Smartly to Extreme Weather | D.Bees Can Tell Time by Temperature |
3 . No matter how old you are, spending the night high up in the trees is an exciting idea. And with nature holidays becoming ever more popular, we’ve put together a list of some jaw-dropping reserves (度假区) from around the world to add to your travel wish list.
Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve — Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa
Sitting high above the South African forest, this impressive reserve owns private decks with swimming pools overlooking the whole reserve. Every day, tourists can take trips on dirt roads to sec wild animals like lions and elephants in the area. Nighttime lets you catch a sight of nocturnal animals, which are active only at nights, coming right up to the reserve's doorsteps.
Tree House Lodge— Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
Live your best Robinson Crusoe lift at the Tree House Lodge in Costa Rica. After a long day of swimming and having fun in the outdoor hot spring, following an instructor-led yoga class or simply lying lazily in your hammock (吊床), it’s time to hit the beach. It's no big deal, since the beautiful blue waves of the Caribbean are just a short walk away.
The Tree House Resort — Chandwaji, India
The Tree House Resort is a fancy place to stay, located in the trees and full of tropical joy. Here, nature is peaceful except for quiet moments. From the windows at night, you can sec the Aravalli mountains and hear only the sounds of crickets (蟋蟀).
1. Which tourists might be attracted to Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve?A.Tourists who love wildlife. | B.Tourists who like the ocean. |
C.Tourists who enjoy quietness. | D.Tourists who like sports. |
A.The opportunity to go swimming | B.The chance to admire the mountains. |
C.The convenience of enjoying beaches | D.The availability of outdoor activities. |
A.To list some possible activities | B.To recommend some amazing reserves. |
C.To compare these wonderful reserves. | D.To show the advantages of living in a tree. |
4 . Best Resorts (度假胜地) for Children
Beaches ResortBeaches Resort offers several unique activities for older children, including an IslandImpact program, which lets students volunteer in local communities while vacationing at Beaches Resort, teens-only dance clubs, Xbox and game rooms. Younger visitors can participate in unlimited diving and other water sports, as well as land sports such as volleyball, basketball and golf. There’s always an activity for kids whether big or small.
Royalton Bavaro ResortRoyalton Bavaro Resort is perfect for families with kids of all ages. It offers one- or two-bedroom suites with separate living space and a small kitchen. The resort also has a teens-only club with space for hanging out, as well as table tennis, a rock-climbing wall, a nine-hole mini-golf course, a river with a swim-up bar, several large pools and a surf simulator(模拟器).
Moon Palace ResortMoon Palace Resort offers options for families with kids of all ages. It offers all kinds of entertainment each evening, from magicians and variety shows to comedians and live music. Activities offered on-site include options like archery, baking wars, athletic competitions and treasure hunts. There’s even a petting zoo at the resort, plus a selection of swimming pools, a rock-climbing wall, bumper boats, bumper cars and mini-golf.
Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach ResortFamilies with children of all ages will love the fact that they can order room service 24 hours a day, or have food and drinks delivered directly to them at the beach or one of the swimming pools. Teens can also access unlimited non-motorized water sports, such as kayaking, paddle boarding and diving.
1. What can children do in Beaches Resort?A.Prepare meals by themselves. |
B.Hold their own live concerts. |
C.Experience ice and snow sports. |
D.Do social activities for the public good. |
A.Beaches Resort. |
B.Moon Palace Resort. |
C.Royalton Bavaro Resort. |
D.Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Resort. |
A.They are suitable for kids of all ages. |
B.They offer youth volunteer activities. |
C.They have live performances at night. |
D.They all give children petting courses. |
5 . Who is the man choosing T-shirts for?
A.His friends. | B.His teammates. | C.The coaches. |
6 . When will the woman visit the man’s class?
A.Today. | B.Tomorrow. | C.Next Monday. |
1. Where does the man want to go?
A.To the lab. | B.To the library. | C.To the café. |
A.Physics. | B.Chemistry. | C.Biology. |
8 . 听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。
1. Where is the man’s mother now?A.In the office. | B.At home. | C.In the hospital. |
A.He has to see a doctor. |
B.He wants to look for a cleaner. |
C.He needs to look after his mother. |
A.He is considerate. |
B.He is helpful to her. |
C.He is a successful man. |
9 . How is the man probably feeling now?
A.Unhappy. | B.Tired. | C.Worried. |
10 . How does the woman usually go to work?
A.By bus. | B.By taxi. | C.On foot. |