1 . Each year Canada Chocolate Town, St. Stephen, New Brunswick, celebrates our community’s rich and delicious heritage with our annual Chocolate Fest. Now in its 30th year, this week-long, family-oriented festival is “choc—full” of activities, fun events, and all things chocolate—related. Our beloved mascot, the Great Chocolate Mousse, and his lovely wife Tiffany, invite you to join us this August for the sweetest festival of the year—Chocolate Fest!
Carma Charlotte County Coffee Morning
9：30 a.m. to 12 noon
Location：St. Stephen Town Square
Come out and join us for a Starbucks coffee, cup of tea or juice and scrumptious home—baked goods, many featuring chocolate. Sponsored (赞助) by Carma Charlotte County and adoption programs (收养项目) —caring for homeless and feral cats.
Dots Delecto Birthday Party
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location：Boys and Girls Club of Charlotte County
Who does St. Stephen love? Dot Larsen! Please join us for chocolate cake and chocolate milk and help celebrate Dot’s birthday. Come and play in our indoor/outdoor playground, have your face painted and enjoy a barbecue, to help raise funds for the Barracuda Swim Team. For details call BGCCC, 466-4300.
Lucy the Lady Bug’s 1st Birthday Party
12 noon to 3 p.m.
Location：Kings brae Garden, St. Andrews
Come to celebrate with Lucy and her friends for a picnic on our front lawn (草坪) —bring your own picnic or have lunch at our Garden Cafe. At 2 p.m., join Lucy and her friends for an amazing race adventure through the big maze (迷宫), find treasure in the fantasy garden and much, much more!
Cost：$16/Adult, $12/Students and Seniors, Free/Children 6 and younger.
1. When is the Dots Delecto Birthday Party open?| A．9：30 a.m.—12：00 a.m. | B．11：00 a.m.—2：00 p.m. |
| C．12：00 a.m.—3：00 p.m. | D．2：00 p.m.—3：00 p.m. |
| A．$44 | B．$16 | C．$28 | D．$32 |
| A．To introduce a sports game. |
| B．To arrange some activities. |
| C．To advertise an annual fest. |
| D．To promote a cats brand. |
2 . After a busy school year, there’s nothing wrong with sleeping late and watching TV or playing video games all day — at least for the first week or two of your summer vacation.
Learn a language to make new friends. There are few things more fun than being able to speak another language. For more fun, first choose a language you’ve always been interested in learning.
Take a cooking course to learn culinary (烹饪) skills.
Take arts and crafts (手工) classes to feel more creative. Local parks and recreation departments usually publish a list of their summer arts and crafts classes for teens. Library branches, craft stores and local businesses sometimes offer arts and crafts classes for teens during the summer, too. The great thing about arts and crafts classes is that they’re inexpensive.
| A．Play a new sport to stay fit. |
| B．Then find language learning resources online. |
| C．Consider writing to yourself in a new language. |
| D．They’re also short, so you can take several art classes over the summer. |
| E．If these get boring, it might be time to break out of your comfort zone. |
| F．Nothing surprises and pleases a family more than a teenager who can cook. |
| G．Community centers offer a safe environment for individuals to learn a language. |
3 . How to plan a graduation party step by step
Is someone in your life about to graduate from school?
Determine your budget
Determine if you or the guest-of-honor want to invite the entire graduating class to attend, a large bash of your closest friends and family, or whether it will be a more intimate family party. It’s perfectly acceptable to invite a few special guests to a graduation party, such as beloved teachers, coaches, or other faculty members. It’s also up to the host whether or not children of guests can attend.
Choose a location
Throwing a party at home may save you money, it’s easy to personalize, and it can be a welcoming and comforting place for others to gather. On the other hand, having a party at home is the labor and time that goes into cleaning your house before and after the party. The advantage of having a party at a restaurant or other venue is the ease of relying on an on-site manager or planner to handle the details, including the clean-up, which lets you have plenty of time to socialize.
Pick a party time
Timing can be tricky when it comes to graduation parties. May and June are often the busiest months for most families of graduates.
| A．Build the guest list |
| B．Send your invitations |
| C．The largest drawback is the potentially high cost |
| D．It’ a significant milestone despite the age of the graduates |
| E．Figure out a rough estimate of how many people you’d like to invite |
| F．Consider booking your party later in the summer when more restaurants are available |
| G．Consider throwing a party later in the season when your most beloved ones are available |
4 . Welcome to the Children’s Farm
Do not know how to make plans for your children’s winter holiday? The Children’s Farm in Guangzhou is welcoming all of you! At the Children’s Farm, you’ll experience a real farm with cows, pigs, sheep, rabbits and many other animals in their normal environment. We also offer all kinds of farm activities. Now read the following information and instructions to know more about our farm!
Farm Activities:
*Feed farm animals with the food bought in the farm store.
*Children can enjoy horse riding with the help of the farm coach.
*Pick some fresh vegetables on the farm and have a farm cooking.
Instructions:
*You need to make a reservation (预约) on our website 24 hours before you come to our farm.
*Only visitors from domestic low-risk areas (国内低风险地区) can enter our farm.
*Pets are not allowed to be taken to the farm.
Ticket:
*Adults: ￥100
*Adults over 60 or children under 10: half price
*Animal food is not included. You need to pay for it.
1. When can you choose to visit this farm?
| A．At 9:30 a.m. on Sunday. | B．At 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. |
| C．At 12:00 a.m. on Friday. | D．At 3:30 p.m. on Sunday. |
| A．Ride a horse alone. | B．Have a farm cooking. |
| C．Pick some fresh fruits. | D．Plant some vegetables. |
| A．Jack from high-risk areas in China. |
| B．The Whites from low-risk areas in the UK. |
| C．The Greens from low-risk areas in China. |
| D．Mary with her dog from low-risk areas in China. |
5 . Almost all cultures celebrate the end of one year and the beginning of another in some way. Different cultures celebrate the beginning of a new year in different ways, and at different times on the calendar.
In Western countries, people usually celebrate New Year at midnight on December 31st—January 1st. People may go to parties, sometimes dressed in formal (正式的) clothes, and they may drink champagne (香槟) at midnight. During the first minutes of the new year, people cheer and wish each other happiness for the year ahead. But some cultures prefer to celebrate the new year by waking up early to watch the sunrise. They welcome the new year with the first light of the sunrise.
Many cultures also do special things to get rid of (消除) bad luck at the beginning of a new year. For example, in Ecuador, families make a big doll from old clothes. The doll is filled with old newspapers and firecrackers. At midnight, these dolls are burned to show the bad things from the past year are gone and the new year can start afresh (重新). Other common traditions to keep away bad luck in a new year include throwing things into rivers or the ocean, or saying special things on the first day of the new year.
Other New Year traditions are followed to bring good luck in the new year. One widespread Spanish tradition for good luck is to eat grapes on New Year’s Day. The more grapes a person eats, the more good luck the person will have in the year. In France, people eat pancakes for good luck at New Year. In the United States, some people eat black-eyed peas for good luck, but to get good luck for a whole year you have to eat 365 of them!
1. The reading is mainly about______.| A．the meaning of “Happy New Year!” |
| B．several different New Year traditions |
| C．what to eat on New Year’s Day |
| D．why people dress up nicely on New Year's Day |
| A．some cultures celebrate New Year in the morning |
| B．the Western people celebrate New Year only on New Year’s Day |
| C．people in Ecuador go to parties on December 31st—January 1st |
| D．no cultures do special things to celebrate New Year |
| A．bring good luck |
| B．keep away bad luck |
| C．forget everything |
| D．plan for the next year |
| A．friends talk to each other in special ways |
| B．families make big dolls filled with old clothes |
| C．some people get up early to watch the sunrise |
| D．Europeans eat 365 grapes on New Year's Day |
| A．one pea brings one day of luck |
| B．black-eyed peas are the best medicine |
| C．the peas are too black and taste bad |
| D．the peas are helpful to count numbers |
6 . Weekends are a time to relax and a chance to leave your work behind and have some me time instead. But working from home has tended to blur (模糊) the lines between people’s personal space and workspace and many people are feeling stressed by the middle of the week. That’s why accepting the Swedish tradition of lillördag or “little Saturday” might be the answer to getting through the week.
This midweek celebration isn’t a vacation day; it’s more like a pause or break after work on Wednesdays to do something like enjoying a meal with your family or just watching an interesting TV show. “You let yourself enjoy something,” said Hanna Hedenius living in Stockholm. “You can see people celebrating on social media. On Instagram, you’ll see a picture of a glass of wine and some cheese, or ice cream, on Wednesday because people have a reason just to do it.”
There’s a national radio show that plays popular music on Wednesdays and there’s a podcast with topics that connect to the celebration of “little Saturday”. While not every Swede practices lillördag, most do see the pause as a way of getting through the workweek.
Self-care is important for people’s body and mind. Paula Gill Lopez, a professor of Fairfield University in Connecticut, told Everyday Health that the need for self-care is conspicuous. “We have an epidemic of anxiety and depression,” she said. “Everybody feels it.”
Self-care and wellness activities can range from eating healthy foods, to exercising, to taking time to relax. Many people don’t make time to care for themselves and that’s where lillördag comes in.
“Something like lillördag can be quite wise in helping people relax,” said Constanze Leineweber, associate professor at the Stress Research Institute of Stockholm University. “You can become encouraged with smaller goals within the week which you can reach and get a reward for.”
So if you’re feeling stressed, have a happy lillördag!
1. Why may people use lillördag as a way to get through a week?| A．They are under a lot of pressure at work. |
| B．They want more time to work from home. |
| C．They are easily affected by Swedish culture. |
| D．They want chances to share their workspace. |
| A．The origin of lillördag. | B．The requirements of lillördag. |
| C．The importance of lillördag. | D．The celebrations of lillördag. |
| A．Amazing. | B．Different. | C．Obvious. | D．Possible. |
| A．Approving. | B．Uncaring. | C．Doubtful. | D．Dismissive. |
7 . Here are some festivals and events to be held in Canada. Plan and schedule your festivals and events now.
The Sound Waterfront Festival
When: Jun. 30-Jul. 1
Join us for a two-day multi-cultural event featuring arts, entertainment, music, education, children’s activities, fireworks, and more! The Billy Bishop Museum will be hosting Ghost Walks during the evening hours. The Community Waterfront Heritage Centre will feature displays of music. By the way, the next day is planned with balloon animals, a Four Paws Flying Dog Show and circus performers.
Essex Fun Fest
When: Jul. 6-9
The Essex Fun Fest is a family-fun festival for all ages, with 71% of attendees coming in groups of 4 people or more. And the best part? Almost everyone who attends wants to come back again! In a recent survey of 720 people, 97% of those who came to last year’s festival said they would return this year.
35th Annual Beaches International Jazz Festival
When: Jul. 6-30
The Beaches International Jazz Festival will celebrate its 35th year, and we want you to come and celebrate with us! Be part of Toronto’s biggest jazz musie celebration and street party of the year. Beaches International Jazz is Canada’s largest free festival. You’ll be happy to come, and be sad to leave. Or you’ll be sad when the festival is done.
Kempenfest 5lst Edition
When: Aug. 4-7
5lst must be one of Ontario’s largest outdoor arts, crafts and music festivals this year. There will be over 300 art and craft exhibitors, and 40 antique dealers. Typical attendance will probably be over 200,000 during the four days. You can get free admission except for some ticketed concerts.
1. What do the first two events have in common?| A．They’re held in June. | B．They’re fit for children. |
| C．They need booking in advance. | D．They feature balloon animals. |
| A．The Sound Waterfront Festival. | B．Essex Fun Fest. |
| C．35th Annual Beaches International Jazz Festival. | D．Kempenfest 51st Edition. |
| A．About 40. | B．About 300. | C．About 50,000. | D．About 200,000. |
8 . 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. |
| 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. |
| A．A guidebook. | B．A newspaper. |
| C．A website. | D．A travel brochure. |
9 . I did return to college. But the pressure of a full-time job and college classes was hard to bear.
One Friday afternoon, a co-worker asked about my weekend plans. I tried to avoid these conversations because I had no money and schoolwork was demanding. To prevent any further conversation, I said, “Oh, I am taking a mini vacation, just a little weekend holiday.” There was surprise but no further conversation.
“What a cheat I am,” I thought. “And they will want details on Monday. It will just stress me more when they all find out that I lied.”
On the long drive home from work, I made a plan. I could pretend I was on vacation and never go anywhere. At home, I pulled down all the shades, checked my messages and shut off the phone. Then I jumped in the shower and put on sweats. With some snacks in my easy reach, I took out three books that I had been anxious to read for the past months. “Well, I am on vacation. This can be my imaginary holiday. I will check in with the world on Monday morning,” I said to myself. Then I cracked open the first book. By Sunday evening, I was well into the third book.
When the alarm went off on Monday morning, I dressed, had breakfast and went to work. I was busy when several co-workers came by. “Wow,” they said, “you must have had a great vacation. You look so rested.” It wasn’t until then that I realized I wasn't stressed anymore.
“Maybe,” I told them, “it was just an imaginary holiday.” They laughed and went off to their desks.
I did graduate from college eventually and got a job with some paid vacation. But I still take imaginary holidays where I turn off the phone and electronics, tell everyone that I will be “away” and spend a weekend reading.
I have decided that imaginary holidays are one way I can take care of myself. Perhaps that was part of my college education.
1. How did the author feel when talking about weekend plans?| A．Grateful. | B．Surprised. | C．Excited. | D．Embarrassed. |
| A．She went on a mini vacation. | B．She buried herself in reading. |
| C．She checked in with the world. | D．She took a virtual trip overseas. |
| A．Tired. | B．Refreshed. | C．Stressed. | D．Imaginative. |
| A．An imaginary holiday | B．My college education |
| C．An embarrassing experience | D．The importance of vacation |
10 . 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. |
| A．Lifeguard. | B．Store assistant. |
| C．Fashion designer. | D．Game tester. |
| 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. |
