1 . During the cold winter days, there are some interesting festivals (节日) in the world. Look at the following ones.

Harbin Ice and Snow Festival

Place: China

Time: January 5 to February 5

People build incredible things out of ice and snow,decorating them with lights.

The Carnival of Venice

Place: Italy

Time: between February and March

One of the most beautiful festivals in the world,people wear masks and elaborate costumes to hide differences among classes,and there are contests for the best costumers.

Holi Festival

Place: India

Time: late February/March, on the last dull moon day

Hindus and Sikhs,in India,Nepal,and Sri Lanka celebrate the main day of this incredibly fun 16-day festival by throwing colored powder and water at each other.

Sundance Film Festival

Place: Utah, the US

Time: end of February

The largest independent film festival in the US. Watch both feature films and shorts. You need to buy a ticket.

1. Which of the following festivals can’t be celebrated at the end of February?

A．Sundance Film Festival.	B．Harbin Ice and Snow Festival.
C．Holi Festival.	D．The Carnival of Venice.

2. If you want to watch wonderful films, you may go to         .

A．India	B．China
C．America	D．Italy

3. If you go to Europe, which festival can you celebrate?

A．Sundance Film Festival.	B．Holi Festival.
C．The Carnival of Venice.	D．Harbin Ice and Snow Festival.

2 . If you are looking for a last-minute day trip with the family, here’s a list of festivals and fairs happening within a reasonable drive from Charlotte.

Hopscotch Music Festival

Where: Downtown Raleigh (various places).

When: Today-Saturday.

Highlights: This music festival, started Thursday, features performances by more than 175 national and international bands playing in 15 different places, all within walking distance. Music genres will include rock, hip-hop, heavy metal, dance, classical, folk and everything in between.

Admission: $ 34-$ 110.

Details: www.hopscotchmusicfest.com.

Flatwoods Festival

Where: 451 Peach Tree Road, Bennett.

When: 10 a. m. Saturday—5 p. m. Sunday.

Highlights: This annual festival, which is in its 15th year, features family fun, food, horse rides and an antique tractor pull. There will also be musical entertainment and a grand parade with cars, trucks, tractors, horse-drawn vehicles, floats, farm equipment and more.

Admission: Free Friday; on Saturday, $ 5 for ages 13 and older.

Details: 919-548-5192; www.visitpittsboro.com.

NC Mountain State Fair

Where: 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher.

When: Various times today—Sept. 16.

Highlights: In celebration of the people, agriculture, art and traditions that make our region great, the family-friendly fair offers performances and even a man who carves artwork with a chainsaw.

Admission: $ 7; $ 3 for kids 6-12 and seniors.

Details: 828-687-1414; www.mountainfair.org.

1. What does the underlined word “genres” refer to?

A．Types.

B．Activities.

C．Lessons.

D．Programmes.

2. How can you know the detail about Flatwoods Festival?

A．By surfing the website: www. mountainfair.org.

B．By dialing the telephone number: 828-687-1414.

C．By dialing the telephone number: 919-548-5192.

D．By surfing the website: www.hopscotchmusicfest.com.

3. Where can visitors see a special kind of artwork?

A．Charlotte.

B．Downtown Raleigh.

C．Bennett.

D．Fletcher.

3 .

Fun Day To celebrate the Year of the snake Organised by Lam Tin Youth Centre and Kwun Tong High School Date: 2 February 2013 Time: 10 am—5 pm Place: Kwun Tong Playground Fee: $20 (buy three get one free) Programmes: drama, lion dance, magic show and ballet performance Highlights: 1) enter the lucky draw to win a digital camera 2) learn to make festival food Join us on the Fun Day! All are welcome! Free Soft Drinks Note: ● Tickets are available at the General Office of Lam Tin Youth Center ● For those who would like to be a volunteer, please contact Miss Olivia Wong one week before the activity.

1. What you have just read is a ________.

A．note

B．poster

C．schedule

D．report

2. What is going to take place on 2 February 2013?

A．A big event to welcome a Chinese new year.

B．A social gathering to raise money for wildlife.

C．A party for close friends to meet and have fun.

D．A meeting of Kwun Tong High School students.

3. How much do you have to pay in total if four of you go together?

A．$20.

B．$40.

C．$80.

D．$60.

4. Which of the following statements is true?

A．Tickets are sold in Kwun Tong High School.

B．Free digital cameras are provided for everybody.

C．It’s unnecessary to take soft drinks with you.

D．Festival food will be served without extra charge.