1 . What did Lucy get from her mother for her birthday?

A．A new bike.

B．A cake.

C．A birthday card.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What will the man do on his birthday?

A．See a film.

B．Go out for a meal.

C．Work on his term’s work.

2. What is the relationship between the speakers?

A．Brother and sister.

B．Classmates.

C．Teacher and student.

4 . On the banks of the beautiful Macquarie River, Bathurst is a town of pretty tree-lined streets, beautiful parks and wonderful heritage buildings. Many activities are held there year-round. Here are some for you.

The Lazy Sunday Afternoon

January 1

Join us for the Lazy Sunday Afternoon as we show you local award-winning wine from Three Views Vineyard. Please call in advance to book. Enjoy cheap wine tastings and a selection of cheeses. For those who do not want to drive, a pick-up is available.

International Museum Photograph Day

January 15

Celebrate International Museum Photograph Day with a selfie at Bathurst Regional Council Museums with free entrance. To win a prize for the most imaginative photographs, just use the marking Museum Photograph Day Bathurst when you post on Facebook.

Bathurst Miniature Railway

From February 1 to February 16

Bathurst Miniature Railway operates every third Sunday of the month. It is located next to the Tennis Centre in Durham Street. The club started in 1977 and today operates nearly 600 meters of race track in Durham Street Bathurst. Over the years more tracks for your enjoyment of sports have been added.

Challenge Bathurst

From November 28 to December 1

Challenge Bathurst is a great opportunity to drive your own street car or track racing car on the famous Mount Panorama Racing Circuit. With the most exciting 6.2 kilometers of bitumen (沥青) on the planet open for your speeding enjoyment, you won’t want to miss your chance to gain an unforgettable experience.

1. What do we know about the Lazy Sunday Afternoon?

A．It is held monthly.	B．It is free of charge.
C．It refuses to offer pick-up service.	D．It requires booking ahead of time.

2. Who would like to attend International Museum Photograph Day most?

A．A man loving food and wine.	B．A girl fond of taking pictures.
C．A kid expecting free car rides.	D．A teenager wanting to play tennis.

3. What is the main purpose of the text?

A．To introduce some events in Bathurst.	B．To advertise some summer activities.
C．To show races on the Bathurst streets.	D．To provide opportunities for indoor sports.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When will the wedding be held?

A．In September.

B．In July.

C．In May.

2. Where will the wedding take place?

A．In the mountains of Italy.

B．On the East Coast of America.

C．On the island of Malta.

3. Who are getting married?

A．Andy and Sarah

B．The woman and Andy.

C．Chris and Sarah.

4. How will the man go to the wedding?

A．By bus.

B．By train

C．By plane.

6 . For the first time, a woman captain led Britain’s Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Canadian officer Megan Couto made history on June 26 by commanding the troops guarding Queen Elizabeth's London home. Couto, 24, led her Canadian unit in the ceremony, which is witnessed by thousands of visitors to London each year. Her unit is the Second Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry （步兵），also known as The Patricia's".

The British Army said Couto was the first ever female infantry officer to lead the ceremony. “We look forward to seeing a British Army female infantry captain of the queen's guard when roles are opened up to women by the end of next year,“ a statement read.

Women were barred from serving in the British infantry and other fighting roles until the military changed the rule last year.

Canadian Captain Megan Couto made history by becoming the first female Captain of the Queen's Guard as she took part in the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace in London, Monday, June 26. The Canadian unit was invited to Britain to mark Canada's upcoming 150th anniversary. Canada Day is celebrated on July 1.

Canada was established on July 1, 1867, when Britain approved the British North America Act. The act established the Canadian Confederation out of three British colonies(殖民地). Canada, along with several other nations, still belongs to the British Commonwealth(英联邦). Queen Elizabeth still serves as the country's official head of state.

Many celebrations will be held throughout Canada to mark the country's 150th birthday. Among the activities will be parades, musical and cultural performances and fireworks. Britain's Prince Charles and his wife Camilla are to spend three days visiting Canada to mark the anniversary. In Britain, people plan to gather in London's Trafalgar Square to take part in a celebration for Canada Day. The event will feature musical performances, Canadian food, sports and other activities. It is predicted that there will be thousands of foreign visitors coming to enjoy the event.

1. What is special about the Changing of the Guard ceremony this time?

A．It didn't include Britain soldiers.	B．It was commanded by a female.
C．It was led by a British officer.	D．It was held in Canada.

2. Why did the Canadian soldiers come to Britain?

A．To honour the British queen.	B．To guide the British queen.
C．To attract foreign visitors.	D．To celebrate Canada Day.

3. What was Canada like before it was established?

A．It was part of Britain.

B．It was the same as it is today.

C．It belonged to the USA.

D．It was out of the British Commonwealth.

4. What is the last paragraph mainly about?

A．Delicious food on Canada Day.	B．Celebrations to be held in Canada.
C．Foreign visitors to enjoy the event.	D．Activities to be held for Canada Day.

7 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

The Spring Festival is the most important festival for the Chinese people and is     1     all family members get together just like Christmas in the west. Nowadays, more and more countries around the world are holding celebrations for Chinese Spring Festival and it has become     2    (increase) popular. What’s more, not only are these attended and enjoyed by Chinese citizens     3    (live) abroad,     4     by many other nationalities, too.

Shopping centres have been organizing events and activities to celebrate Chinese Spring Festival for years, while concerts and other performances are also proving     5     big success. Tickets for the 2017 Grand Chinese New Year Concert in St Petersburg sold out, with 90% of the audience local Russians. People are also discovering the fun of interacting with the celebrations, rather than     6    (simple) watching as part of an audience. Over 1,000 Ghanaian junior high school students got up     7    stage to perform Chinese songs and dances     8    (celebrate) the 2017 festival. Students in New York City, meanwhile, have been able to enjoy an official day’s holiday for Chinese Spring Festival since it     9    (begin) in 2016.

It seems that Chinese Spring Festival is becoming a     10    (globe) celebration of joy and love. What do you think of the phenomenon? Write to us to share your opinion!

8 . The Guide to Film Festivals

Cannes Film Festival
Cannes, France in May

Top prize: Palme d’Or

History: The first Cannes Film Festival took place in September 1939, but it didn’t happen again until after World War II. The Palme d’Or prize was introduced in 1955. The festival became established during the 1960s and is now known as the world’s most important and influential film festival.

Did you know? About 20 feature films compete each year for the Palme d’Or. Previous winners include Michael Moore and Quentin Tarantino. Unlike the Oscars, the top prize is frequently shared between two films. Famous films that have won the Palme d’Or include Apocalypse Now, Taxi Driver, La Dolce Vita and The Third Man. The festival attracts more than 40,000 people every year.

Venice Film Festival
Venice, Italy in August/ September

Top prize: Golden Lion

History: The Venice Film Festival is the oldest film festival still in existence. The film festival was in 1932 and it attracted over 25, 000 people. The festival did not appear again until 1934, when there was a competition between 19 countries. The festival was held three times during World War II and has been held almost every year since then.

Did you know? Films at the 61st Venice Film Festival in 2004 were nominated for 16 awards at the Oscars — the highest ever for the festival. These films included Vera Drake, Shark Tale, Collateral and Finding Neverland.

The London Film Festival
London, UK in October/ November

Top prize: Non-competitive

History: The London Film Festival started in 1956 when a group of film critics led by the famous Dilys Powell, the film critic for The Sunday Times, got together over dinner. They discussed the festivals at Cannes and Venice, and they agreed that London needed one, too. They wanted to give people the opportunity to see films from around the world that were not being shown in the cinemas. The first festival showed 20 films at the National Film Theatre on the South Bank.

Did you know? The festival is one of Europe’s largest public film events, screening about 280 films from 60 countries. Although it is non-competitive, the British Film Institute awards the Sutherland Trophy to the most original and imaginative first feature film screened at the festival.

1. The Venice Film Festival____

A．didn’t attract many people at first

B．has been running longer than any other film festival

C．is regarded as the most essential film festival

D．has been held every year since 1934.

2. What was the purpose of the London Film Festival at the beginning?

A．To make some films public.	B．To bring film critics together.
C．To choose the best original feature films.	D．To compete with other film festivals.

3. What does the underlined word “screening” in the last paragraph mean?

A．producing

B．watching

C．judging

D．showing

9 . Known locally as sakura, the cherry blossoms in Japan are popular with both locals and tourists alike. For the Japanese, sakura hold much cultural and historical significance that goes deeper than their obvious beauty.     1    

Sakura are usually only in full bloom(盛开) for about one week.     2     The flowers are so small and round that when they eventually start to fall, it’s almost like watching snow fall from the skies.

The specific time of the cherry blossom season varies from region to region each year. Luckily, the Japanese Meteorological Corporation(日本气象厅) has done all the work.               Each year it posts forecasts of when the blooming will begin in each region.     3    They also depends heavily on temperature patterns.

    4     There are a number of celebrations, so you’re likely to find a hanami party wherever you go. What makes up a hanami party, besides sakura viewing, is eating and drinking. Groups of people will set up camp in a park and have a picnic under the trees. Some bring home-cooked meals, some make food on the go and others buy pre-prepared food.     5    

A．It’s easy to plan your trip around the sakura.

B．Most people bring beer or other drinks to mark the occasion.

C．Many people hold flower-watching parties known as hanami.

D．The predictions aren’t just looking at the weather months in advance.

E．The JMC will release updated forecasts with the newest information.

F．The pink flowers have inspired poets, artists and soldiers for centuries.

G．If you manage to catch the tail end of the blooming, you’ll see the beautiful event.

10 . Christmas Glow, RHS Wisley, Surrey

The garden is flowing with large lighted flowers. Some of the trees are brilliant, too. The glasshouse is decorated like a gingerbread house, and displays (展览) seasonal plants. There are lanterns around the lake. The cafe serves hot chocolate and apple juice.

●£9.90, adult £3.60, child

●20 Dec. to 2 Jan.

Festival of Light, Longleat Safari Park, Wiltshire

Longleat is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Large lanterns take the shape of some of the park’s animals, and there are also lots of characters in Beatrix Potter’s book, such as Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle Duck, Squirrel Nutkin, to mark the 150th anniversary of the author’s birth. There is also a 20-metre-high birthday cake.

●£27.85, adult £20.65, child under-threes, free

●15 Dec. to 2 Jan.

Festival of Light, Enchanted Park, Gateshead

Enchanted Park is an interactive walk through Saltwell Park, just south of the town centre, along a trail of light with performances and sculptures. “The story being told is Midwinter Night’s Tale, inspired by the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death.” Visitors can join stories and songs with Santa, and attend decorating workshops.

●£8, adult £2, child under-fours, free

●11-27 Dec.

Christmas at Kew Gardens or London

Kew is a special place to visit at any time of the day or year, but the festive light show gives it a magical twist, as the mile-long trail through the garden is decorated with 60,000 lights. Some of the garden’s oldest and tallest trees are also beautifully lit along the way.

●£16, adult £10, child under-fours, free

●24 Dec. to 2 Jan.

1. Which of the following events last the longest?

A．Christmas Glow, RHS Wisley, Surrey.

B．Festival of Light, Longleat Safari Park, Wiltshire.

C．Festival of Light, Enchanted Park, Gateshead.

D．Christmas at Kew Gardens or London.

2. What can people do in Enchanted Park?

A．Learn to write stories.	B．Play with wild animals.
C．Pay a visit to glasshouses.	D．Sing songs with Santa.

3. How much should a woman and her 4-year-old twin children pay to visit Kew Gardens?

A．£16.

B．£26.

C．£36.

D．£48.