1. What does the center aim to do?
| A．Offer a relaxing place for sick people to recover. |
| B．Encourage people to live a healthy life. |
| C．Provide a colorful life for the retired people. |
| A．Doing exercise after lunchtime. |
| B．Exercising as planned. |
| C．Trying all kinds of exercise. |
| A．Relaxing in the garden. | B．Watching TV. | C．Holding parties. |
| A．By informing the library of demands. |
| B．By paying a little more booking fee. |
| C．By contacting the people at reception. |
2 . COMOX VALLEY EXHIBITION
Come and experience the many wonders of Comox Valley rural life!
With 40 acres of developed grounds and nature park, the Comox Valley Exhibition is situated on the bank of the Tsolum River in the scenic Comox Valley.
To promote local farming, the exhibition offers three days of fun events for all family members. You can pet a lamb, and watch the diving dogs and many farm animal shows. Check out the demonstrations, enjoy fresh squeezed lemonade, and sit back and enjoy the lumberjack (伐木工) show, carving show and non-stop entertainment.
Exhibition Times
Friday, August 26, 2022－Noon to 7 pm
Saturday, August 27, 2022－10 am to 7 pm
Sunday, August 28, 2022－10 am to 5 pm
Tickets and Pricing
General (18 to 64)－US$10
Seniors (65+)－US$5
Youth &Teens (6 to 17)－US$5
Children under 5－free
Family pass (2 adults & up to 3 youth)－US$25
Note: All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Admission and Re-entry
All persons MUST have a valid and visible wristband or pass to enter, re-enter or remain on the Exhibition Grounds. Anyone without a valid wristband or pass will be asked to leave the Exhibition Grounds.
Any admission passes or wristbands that have been lost or stolen are to be reported to a CVEX representative for resolution.
Any admission passes or wristbands that are used illegally will not be honored.
1. What can you enjoy at the Comox Valley Exhibition?| A．Squeezing fresh lemons. | B．Having a taste of lamb. |
| C．Playing with dogs in water. | D．Watching animal shows. |
| A．US$20. | B．US$25. | C．US$30. | D．US$35. |
| A．Clifford, a teen who wore an invalid wristband of his mother’s. |
| B．Jacob, a youth who arrived at 6 pm on August 28, 2022 with his mother. |
| C．Ella, an adult who arrived at 5 pm on August 27, 2022 with a valid pass. |
| D．Rebecca, an 8-year-old girl who came by herself with a valid wristband. |
3 . China’s famous museums include ancient buildings and world class modern museums with big collections. They are excellent places for sightseeing and learning about China.
Sanxingdui Museum
The museum is on the path less beaten by tourists, but it makes one of the top museums for the 3,400-year-old artworks. If you’re an ancient history fan, this place will attract you. If you love art, its style will surprise you a lot.
The Palace Museum
The museum is one of the largest old building kept in the country with a history of 600 years old. Built at the beginning of the Ming Dynasty between 1406 and 1420, it was the home of 24 rulers and their courts. It is one of the fines buildings in China and a good place to study Chinese history.
The Shanghai Museum
The big modern museum is popular with foreign tourists. It is probably the most modern museum with the focus on creative art displays about the history of the whole area. Most famous for its huge collection of china, it is in People’s Square which is also a popular tourist attraction.
The Shaanxi History Museum
Since 14 historical dynasties founded their capitals and developed in Shaanxi Province, the museum may have the oldest treasure of all museums in Chins. The artworks show the greatness of the museum, and the displays are modern and well laid out.
1. Which of the following is on the less-frequently-visited road?| A．Sanxingdui Museum. | B．The Palace Museum. |
| C．The Shanghai Museum. | D．The Shaanxi History Museum. |
| A．Its founder. | B．Its building style. |
| C．Its collection of china. | D．Its home of rulers. |
| A．Modern art. | B．Ancient science. |
| C．Chinese historical culture. | D．Chinese modern building. |
4 . Top Stadiums in the World
Camp Nou
Located in Barcelona, Spain, this stadium ranks the largest football stadium in Europe. Camp Nou, completed in 1957, is built on the land formerly occupied by horse racing tracks. The architectural features include one main grand-stand (大看台) along with four smaller ones, each holding about 12,000 people along with additional standing room for about 30,000 supporters around it. There are also two large underground car parks beneath the stadium which can hold about 3,00 cars each.
Bukit Jalil National Stadium
Located in the National Sports Complex in Malaysia’s capital city, Kuala Lumpur, the stadium was built in 1998 at a cost of about $270 million. This stadium is listed as one of the greatest in Southeast Asia with the capacity of 87,41. It is the home ground of the Malaysian national football team. Many other events such as concerts, festival celebrations and cultural shows are also held here.
Wembley Stadium
Built in 2007, it is the fifth biggest football stadium in the world, which can accommodate 90,000 people. As the largest stadium in the UK, Wembley Stadium has been the temple of English football for a decade. Many major home matches of the England national football team and the FA Cup Final are usually held at this stadium, which has witnessed the 2011 and 2013 UEFA Champions League Finals and the semi-finals and final of UEFA Euro 2020 with honor.
Melbourne Cricket Ground
It is by far the biggest stadium in Australia that has a capacity exceeding 10,00 spectators. It is also the world’s largest cricket stadium. The original version of the stadium was opened way back in 1853 and it has been expanded and renovated multiple times throughout its history. It’s used for multiple sports and has hosted several important events, including the 1956 Summer Olympics, the 1992 and 2015 Cricket World Cups, and the main venue of Australian Football League matches as well.
1. What did the land for Camp Nou use to be?| A．Car parks. | B．A large stand. |
| C．An empty space. | D．Horse racing tracks. |
| A．They can host various events. |
| B．They once hosted Summer Olympics. |
| C．They feature high technologies. |
| D．They both have the same capacity. |
| A．Camp Nou. | B．Bukit Jalil National Stadium. |
| C．Wembley Stadium. | D．Melbourne Cricket Ground. |
5 . Choose the best one!
Are you planning to travel to Groningen? So University Hotel is the right hotel choice for you to stay in! You won’t be disappointed if you stay here. The following are the details of the hotel.
| Features 24-hour front desk Express checkout Check-in time: 3:00 PM Check-out time: 11:00 AM | Area attractions University of Groningen-International study center of Holland with learners and researchers all around the world Martins Church(Martinikerk)—The oldest Groninger Museum—Art& Culture Centre |
| Amenities(便利设施) *Room service/Laundry *No breakfast is offered，but there are a lot of restaurants available nearby *McDonald’s outlet *All rooms come with a private bathroom *All rooms include a TV set，an air conditioner，and a refrigerator *Royal suite includes a sitting room &a bed room *Junior suite includes a sitting room &a bed room *Double room includes twin beds *Wi-Fi is available *Parking is available around the hotel | Prices Single room(without a veranda(阳台))：$40.00 Single room(with a veranda)：$45.00 Double room(without a veranda)：$45.00+$15 extra persons Double room(with a veranda)-seaview：$50.00+$15 extra persons Junior suite(without a veranda)：$55.00+$15 extra persons Royal suite A-panoramic(全景的)sea view：$60.00+$15 extra persons Royal suite B-panoramic sea view：$70.00+$15 extra persons All rates are taxes& services included |
| Contact information Tel:+961-1-365390/1/2 Fax:+961-1-365392 Email: in fo@university-hotel. net | |
| A．At any time. | B．Before 11: 00 am. | C．After 12:00 pm. | D．Before 3:00 pm. |
| A．135. | B．145. | C．155. | D．165. |
| A．Junior suite with a veranda. | B．Double room with a veranda. |
| C．Royal suite A and Royal suite B. | D．Single room without a veranda. |
6 . Libraries are the temple for book lovers, the main source of knowledge and wisdom. Here are the biggest libraries in the world.
The Library of Congress
The Library of Congress in the US is the biggest library in the world, whose collections are from all around the world. The library has a collection of 32 million cataloged books. It receives 22,000 copies per day from the publication produced in the US. Some of the major works stored in the library are Rough Draft of the Declaration of Independence, the world’s most famous architectural designs and so on.
The British Library
The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is the second biggest library in the world. It holds 150 million items from different countries. It receives 8,000 copies per day from the publication produced in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Its collection includes 14 million books. Every year over 3 million items are added to the library. The major highlights of the library collection are Diamond Sutra and Alice’s Adventures under Ground.
Library and Archives (档案馆) Canada (LAC)
Canada has the third biggest library in the world. The library holds 20 million books, 24 million photographs and a lot of digital works. Its collection includes The Proclamation of the Canadian Constitution Act, the British North America Act and many more precious works.
The New York Public Library (NYPL)
It is the fourth largest library in the world. It is the public library having 87 branches. The library has a collection of 53 million items. It also has four research libraries which are open to the general public. You can ask and discover about anything on the official website of NYPL.
1. Which of the following works is stored in the Library of Congress?| A．The British North America Act. |
| B．Alice’s Adventures under Ground. |
| C．Rough Draft of the Declaration of Independence. |
| D．The Proclamation of the Canadian Constitution Act. |
| A．About 22,000. | B．More than 8,000. |
| C．About 14 million. | D．More than 3 million. |
| A．Library and Archives Canada. | B．The Library of Congress. |
| C．The New York Public Library. | D．The British Library. |
7 . Four Pet-Friendly Hotels
Montage Palmetto Bluff
Location: Bluffton, South Carolina
Price: $150 pet fee, rooms start at $645 a night
In this great riverside hotel, your pet will be treated to a fancy pet bed, toy gifts, and a special menu. For you there’re spa treatments, golf and eight dining experiences. With 20,000 acres (英亩) to explore, you and your dog can spend hours visiting and playing.
Kinship Landing
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Price: $49 per night pet fee, rooms start at $249 a night
Inside this new hotel, you’re greeted with hundreds of green plants, along with an event space that houses nearly a forest. You can also order your dog a bowl made with sweet potatoes and eggs at the hotel’s café, and then head out to travel in the Rocky Mountains.
Inn By The Sea
Location: Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Price: $544 a night in a pet-friendly single-bedroom room, 2-night stay required
In the hotel, book the pet package, and your dog will receive a personalized bed and a toy dog, a bowl, and an evening selection from the pet menu. You will be provided with a list of nearby walking paths and pet-friendly beaches. The hotel also gives a temporary (临时的) home to dogs that are looking for their forever families. 154 have been adopted (领养) by guests.
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
Location: Sacramento, California
Price: No pet fee; rooms start at $249 a night
There’s no limit on pets you can bring — so pack up your dog and your cat. Awaiting them will be pet beds, food, water bowls and a list of pet-friendly restaurants and parks. When the free nightly wine party begins in the hall, your pet can join you for socializing.
1. Which hotel provides chance to explore the mountains?| A．Kinship Landing. | B．Montage Palmetto Bluff. |
| C．Inn By The Sea. | D．Kimpton Sawyer Hotel. |
| A．Its guests can take pets to the party. | B．Its guests might adopt a pet there. |
| C．It offers spa treatments to its guests. | D．It serves pets sweet potatoes and eggs. |
| A．To Bluffton, South Carolina. | B．To Sacramento, California. |
| C．To Cape Elizabeth, Maine. | D．To Colorado Springs, Colorado. |
