1 . Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer Vacation
After a busy school year, there’s nothing wrong with watching TV, sleeping late or playing video games all day long. However, summer is the best time to have fun and prepare yourself for the next school year or the world beyond the classroom.
• Take a course to learn to cook. Nothing surprises and delights a family more than a teenager who can cook. You can contact community centers in your area to find out about cooking class offerings.
• Play a new sport to keep healthy.
• Volunteer to make a difference. Choose volunteer opportunities based on the things that matter most to you.
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| A．You can also learn it by yourself |
| B．Then find learning resources online |
| C．Research colleges to decide your major |
| D．You might volunteer at a local nursing home |
| E．Research colleges to find out which one suits you |
| F．To make your summer vacation meaningful, read on |
| G．Learning one over the summer is a great way to stay fit |
2 . Dallas-Fort Worth is packed with sporting events, holiday happenings, and autumnal festivals during the month of November.
The AAA Texas 500: This NASCAR Cup Series held at the Texas Motor Speedway has been won by famous people. It typically takes place in November, but in 2021 , it will be held on October 26. Tickets range in price from $49 to $400.
Dallas Botanical Garden's Holiday: A “12 Days of Christmas”－inspired light display, this two-month show is composed of “25-foot-tall beautifully decorated Victorian-style gazebos (凉亭）”， the organizers say, and more than a million lights are hung around the gardens , on historic homes , and so forth. Holiday at the Arboretum will take place from November 7 to December 31, 2021.
Sundance Square Parade of Lights: Held each year in downtown Fort Worth, the Sundance Square Parade of Lights features more than 100 lights,marching bands, antique cars, an appearance by Santa Claus, and performers. Street seats are available for a fee but there are also plenty of free viewing areas along the route. The parade begins at 7 p. m. on November 22, 2021 , at the crossroad of Weatherford Street and Houston Street.
YMCA Turkey Trot:More than 25,000 people participate in this Thanksgiving Day 5K run/walk. Guests are asked to dress like a turkey and begin the charity race from Dallas City Hall at 9 a. m. In 2021,the race will take place from November 20 to 29.
1. How will the AAA Texas 500 be different in 2021?| A．It will attract well-known racers. |
| B．It will last a longer period of time. |
| C．Its prices will be greatly increased. |
| D．Its date will be advanced. |
| A．Historic pictures. |
| B．Antique cars. |
| C．Victorian-style buildings. |
| D．Santa Claus. |
| A．The AAA Texas 500. |
| B．YMCA Turkey Trot. |
| C．Dallas Botanical Garden's Holiday. |
| D．Sundance Square Parade of Lights. |
3 . A Housewarming Party
A housewarming party is a special party to be held when someone buys or moves into a new apartment or house.The person or people who bought the apartment or house or moved are the ones who throw the party.
It is traditional to bring a gift to a housewarming party.
Housewarming parties get their name from the fact that a long time ago people would actually bring firewood to a new home as a gift so that the person could keep the home warm for the winter.
| A．You can also bring food or drinks to share. |
| B．Different activities are held to make guests satisfied. |
| C．There are usually no planned activities at a housewarming party. |
| D．Now most homes substitute(替代) fires with central heating to keep warm. |
| E．Different people hold or attend housewarming parties for various reasons. |
| F．Some people register a list of things they would like to give as gifts at local stores. |
| G．The party is an opportunity for friends and family to congratulate the person or people on the new home. |
