2 . Summer is coming. Are you looking for a part-time job? Here are some possible options.

Lifeguard

Are you a strong swimmer and a good communicator? Would you like a challenge? We are looking for lifeguards for our busy summer season. No experience is necessary as you will get two weeks of training before you start the job. As well as being physically fit, you need to be available for work Mon-Fri, 7- 11 a.m.

Store assistant

We are looking for store assistants for our busy gift store. Applicants need to be reliable, friendly, and enjoy speaking to customers. A second language is preferred as many of our customers are tourists from other countries. The positions are part-time and you need to work from Thursday to Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fashion designer

Are you interested in the latest styles? Are you creative and good at art? If so, Dresswise is looking for a young person to create new looks for our teen department. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in the clothing industry. You will need to work four days a week and we’ll pay you for each design we use. We’ll also give you samples of your designs to wear.

Game tester

Are you into technology and creative? Would you like to play and test educational games and get paid for it? This is an exciting part-time job for somebody who loves playing games. We offer flexible hours. If this is for you, write a description of your favorite game and why you like it in no more than 150 words.

If you are interested in any of the above jobs, please contact us at studentunrion @campus.com.

1. What is a shared requirement for lifeguard and store assistant?

A．Communicative ability.	B．A second language.
C．Professional experience.	D．A strong body.

2. Which job can you apply for if you can only work on weekends?

A．Lifeguard.	B．Store assistant.
C．Fashion designer.	D．Game tester.

3. What can you get from the job as a fashion designer?

A．Samples of the latest styles.

B．Payment for each of your designs.

C．Experience in the fashion industry.

D．Chances to design clothes for adults.

3 . 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。

The 13th United Nations Chinese Language Day under the theme of “Chinese Language: Together for a Bright Future” has taken place,    1    includes a series of events in celebration of the third International Chinese Language Day. Beijing Dance Academy     2    (launch) an online event to mark the day on April 20, featuring six original dance works of different    3    (style), such as ballet, contemporary dance and classic Chinese dance.

Six art schools from five countries joined in the online event with dance works     4     (specific) created for the special occasion. One of the highlights is     5    new dance piece, titled Tong, or Together, which was created and performed by Beijing Dance Academy and dancers from Brazil, South Africa, Kazakhstan and Poland. It was inspired by the classic Confucius philosophy of datong,     6     (refer) to great unity and grand harmony.

Language Days at the United Nations seek    7     (promote) equal use of all six official languages throughout the organization as well as to celebrate multilingualism and cultural     8    (diverse). Under the initiative, UN duty stations around the world celebrate six separate days, each devoted     9       one of the organizations’ six official languages. The date for the Chinese day     10     (select) from Grain Rain, which is the sixth of 24 solar terms in the traditional Chinese calendars.

4 . 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。

Despite     1     (extreme) cold temperatures and strong winds in recent days in Northeast China, workers are not slowing down as they build     2     ice and snow wonderland in Harbin, Heilongjiang province.

Since the first block of ice     3     (pull) from the frozen Songhua River early this month, thousands of sculptors and support crews have joined in building the 24th Harbin Ice and Snow World, a chilly live-action amusement park harmoniously combining ice, snow, sound     4     electricity.

Most of the main ice     5     (build) in the park have been finished and the park is expected     6     (open) in a few days. On 810,000 square meters, it     7     (present) visitors with more than 100 groups of artworks    8     (use) more than 150,000 cubic meters of ice and snow.

A giant Ferris wheel     9     the shape of a snowflake has been built in the park to provide tourists with a unique experience in a dazzling world     10     night falls.

5 . Themysteriousworld is where you can explore unknown and most interesting facts about living planet, universe and lifestyle of people. We tried our best to cover all possible information about a particular subject within the posts on our site online. Here are some top unmissable festivals in the world.

Rio Carnival, Brazil

It is a five-day festival which takes place forty days before Easter. Rio de Janeiro has earned its title as the Carnival capital of the world with its famous samba dancing, colorful eye-catching costumes and live music.

Holi Festival, India

Holi is a Hindu spring festival, also known as the “festival of colors”. It is a sign of the victory of good over evil, the end of winter, and the arrival of spring. Starting with a nighttime bonfire where people gather, sing and dance, Holi is celebrated the next day by people throwing colored powder and water at each other.

St. Patrick’s Day, Ireland

Held on March 17 every year, it is a celebration to mark the death of Ireland’s patron saint (守护神) Saint Patrick. Since 1996, an entire festival of parades, fireworks as well as food and drinks has surrounded the celebration. Enjoy traditional song and dance, watch musical street theater shows and get decorated in all green as you celebrate Irish heritage and culture.

Burning Man Festival, United States

As a week-long event at the end of August in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada, it attracts tens of thousands of people from all over the world each year. Tickets to Burning Man are not cheap. But once you’re there, you will surely have an unforgettable experience. The main event is burning a giant wooden statue on Saturday night, followed by a big dance party that lasts all night long.

1. Which festival lasts the longest in celebration?

A．Rio Carnival.	B．Holi Festival.
C．St. Patrick’s Day.	D．Burning Man Festival.

2. What do the festivals have in common?

A．There is no need to buy tickets.

B．People are all dressed in traditional clothes.

C．Dance is a generally accepted way to celebrate.

D．They center on specific traditions of a religion.

3. Where is the text probably from?

A．A guidebook.	B．A newspaper.
C．A website.	D．A travel brochure.

6 . 听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
1. Why is the woman nervous about meeting the man’s sister?

A．Because his sister doesn’t invite her.

B．Because she’s never met his sister before.

C．Because she doesn’t know how to talk to strangers.

2. What does the man offer to do for the woman first?

A．Introduce her to others.

B．Prepare some food for her.

C．Show her around the room.

3. What is the man’s attitude towards the people at the party?

A．Positive.

B．Negative.

C．Indifferent.

4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?

A．Friends.

B．Brother and sister.

C．Father and daughter.

10 . The Bedford School has held activities to celebrate the Chinese New Year before the winter vacation—this time with a unique change compared to other years. The celebration is a blend (融合) of traditional food, calligraphy, and a performance using Chinese instruments.

The school’s Chinese Society introduced an art form that attracted the students: Chinese calligraphy. The students were surprised at the combination (结合) of visual art and the interpretation (解读) of literary meaning as they wrote Chinese characters with grace. And they tried their best to make what they wrote correct and beautiful. The students also enjoyed delightful Chinese New Year foods, including spring rolls, rice cake, dumplings. They ate fish-shaped sweets with great enjoyment, symbolizing abundance (富足) for the coming year as the Chinese character for “fish” can also mean “surplus”. The idea behind this is that if we manage to have something left over at the year’s end, then more can be made in the new year. Keeping with tradition, the students exchanged red envelopes filled with sweets, symbolizing good luck and prosperity (繁荣). In Chinese culture, the color red symbolizes good luck and good fortune for the year ahead. This is why red decorations are used during many important cultural festivals and significant events.

Due to(由于)China’s rocketing economy and reputation (声誉), Chinese New Year has become a worldwide event. The Bedford School provided a great opportunity for the students to gain (获得) a deeper understanding of Chinese tradition and culture.

1. What can we know about the celebration of this year?

A．It celebrated the winter vacation.	B．It focused more on Chinese traditional cultures.
C．It was aimed at raising school’s reputation.	D．It was celebrated the same way as before.

2. What did the students care much about while writing Chinese characters?

A．The writing time.	B．Teachers’ attitude.
C．The beauty of the characters.	D．The school’s Chinese Society.

3. Why did the students eat fish-shaped sweets?

A．To get pocket money.	B．To enjoy delicious fish.
C．To keep with tradition.	D．To expect a rich new year.

4. What made Chinese New Year popular globally?

A．China’s role in the art world.	B．Chinese calligraphy.
C．Chinese instruments.	D．China’s fast development.