Ages: 6 to 17 Open to: UK and Ireland applicants
Mediums: Drawing, photography Cost to enter: $8
This art competition for kids runs all year long-and has no theme! The organization for wants the blossoming artists to draw whatever they feel like drawing, or paint whatever they feel like painting. Their one request is that the piece demonstrates the artist's originality and style.
World Photography Organization
Ages: 12 to 19 Open to: US and Canadian applicants
Mediums: Photography Cost to enter: $6
The objective of this art contest for teens is to help beginner photographers take the new step in their careers. The WPO is looking for applicants to grasp the spirit of the theme word in single image, whether it's a culture or an environment. One past theme? "Diversity." So there's lots of room for interpretation!
Progressive Young Artist Awards
Ages: 13 to 19 Open to: All international applicants
Mediums: Painting, photography, sculpture Cost to enter: $5
PYAA is all about expressing and celebrating progressive values. So, if there is a creative teen in your life who wants to do good in the world, sign them up for this art contest for teens. The prize is an art scholarship which they can put toward their post-secondary schooling.
Youth Art Contest
Ages: 5 to 19 Open to: US applicants
Mediums: Drawing or photography Cost to enter: $7
Is the developing artist in your life also an animal lover? Encourage them to submit to the Ned Smith Center's Youth Art Contest, which wants to cultivate the next generation of wildlife artists. There are a fair number of rules for this contest, so make sure to review them with your applicant before they start creating.
1. What is the requirement of World Wide Kids Drawings?| A．The original works. | B．The environmental theme. |
| C．The interest in wildlife. | D．The desire for an art scholarship. |
| A．Youth Art Contest. | B．World Wide Kids Drawings. |
| C．World Photography Organization. | D．Progressive Young Artist Awards. |
| A．The theme of the competition. | B．The cost of entering the competition. |
| C．The medium of photography. | D．The age of the applicants. |
2 . When planning a travel recently, are you still considering the standard tourist destina-tions like Machu Picchu, Mt Qomolangma, which are always overvisited? Get off the beaten path and explore parts of the world you’ve never dared to experience before!
Hiking Paradise in Oceania
Made up of 10 islands, two large and eight smaller ones, it is packed with natural wonders long deep narrow boles in the ocean floor, grand waterfalls and amazing beaches. It’s essential for outdoor enthusiasts There’s enough hiking too, from World War Ⅱ heritage(文化遗产) tracks to a “cloud rainforest” hike and a hike up to the peak of Mount Alava.
Watching Red Crabs(螃蟹) in Australia
Technically a part of Australia, Christmas Island is occupied by around 50 million red crabs. Head to this remote island, and you will witness the incredible scenes of their annual migration(迁移), Plus remember to keep an eye out for dolphins and whale sharks that wan-der around the coastline. It’s not an easy place to get to, but the near-deserted beaches and friendly community make it worth the adventure.
Camping in Volcano Craters in Africa
Camping on the edge of an extinct wolcano crater is pretty excited when it comes to wild adventures. Not only are the sunsets and sunrises unbelievably beautiful at Tanzania’s Ngor-ongoro Crater, but visitors can spot a huge variety of wildlife: hippo, elephants, buffalo, zebra, leopard… There’s no fencing at the Simba Campsite, so there may be a visitor or two during the night.
1. What highlights Hiking Paradise in Oceania?| A．The variety of wildlife. | B．Visitors at night. |
| C．The scenes of red crabs | D．Spectacular waterfalls |
| A．The sunsets and sunrises | B．The friendly community. |
| C．The migration of whale shark | D．The amazing ocean holes. |
| A．A research paper. | B．A health magazine |
| C．A travel brochure. | D．A news report. |
Wondering what to read next? Curious to learn about some popular titles? Watch Connie, Youth Services Assistant, as she offers a quick taste of a book which you may decide you want to read. Ages 10 and up.
When: July 6 through August 17
Where: Online
Virtual（虚拟的）Bedtime Stories with Special Guest, Michael Rafkin
Tuesday, May 18, 6：30 pm via Zoom
All ages with an adult.
Michael Rafkin, founding Artistic Director of Mad Horse Theater and artist of The Portland Stage Company will delight young children and their families with his theatrical reading of picture books.
Mindfulness Moments
Mindfulness Moments is a virtual program for children in preschool through age 6. Jaclyn, Youth Service Assistant, will share books, songs, rhymes, and activities focusing on different aspects of mindfulness. Come spend time connecting your mind, body, and emotions.
When: Anytime
Where: Online
Listen Up! with Jamey Burns
In her latest part of Listen Up!, our Youth Services Assistant, Jamey Burns, reads No Talking written by Andrew Clements and published by Simon &. Shuster. The read-aloud is being released in four weekly installments（部分）, beginning the week of December 7 and continuing throughout December. Jamey previously read aloud The Hundred Dresses, written by Eleanor Estes and published by Harcourt, Inc.
1. Who will offer tips on what to read?| A．Jaclyn. | B．Connie | C．Michael Rafkin. | D．Jamey Burns. |
| A．In May. | B．In July. | C．In August. | D．In December. |
| A．Exchanging ideas after reading. | B．Discussing the writing style of books. |
| C．Satisfying your mind with sweet songs. | D．Enjoying the pleasure of reading books. |
4 . If you are currently learning English, 1 highly recommend you check out the apps below.
Quizlet
When learning English, you probably have to memorize a lot of words. If you want to grow your vocabulary as fast as possible, a flashcard app like Quizlet is a great shortcut. With Quizlet, you can create a set of flashcards with new English words you are trying to learn, and practice typing them out until you know them by heart. It's a simple concept, but it's highly effective.
Spotify
Spotify is not a language learning app. But chances are that you already use it or a similar app for listening to music or podcasts（播客）, and one of the effective ways to study is combining something you already use into your existing habits. If Spotify is already on your phone, you can subscribe to some podcasts for English learners or download playlists of songs for learning English, or make your own.
Beelinguapp
Beelinguapp makes reading in English as convenient as possible. It shows you a text in your own language with the English translation side-by-side. Texts are short enough so that you can really dig into every word. They cover topics from fairytales, to science, to current news articles. There's even a "karaoke" feature where you can read along to audio, which helps you match up the English pronunciation with the English spellings.
Tandem
Tandem is a language exchange app which connects learners from all over the world. It can help you find a native English speaker who is trying to learn your native language, so you can swap language skills. If you only have five minutes to spare, you can simply exchange messages with a native English speaker. If you have more time, you can have a longer, digital language exchange" by sharing voice notes, or using video chat. It's a great way to test your English skills out with real people.
1. What is Spotify intended to help people do?| A．Develop a good habit. | B．Listen to music or podcasts. |
| C．Learn a foreign language. | D．Memorize words with flashcards. |
| A．Learners can use their native language as a reference. |
| B．It's convenient for learners to translate voice notes. |
| C．It provides learners a chance to tell their own stories. |
| D．Learners can sing English songs along to the music. |
| A．Quizlet. | B．Spotify. | C．Beelinguapp. | D．Tandem. |
 | The Battle at Lake Changiin is a historical epic jointly directed by three top directors-Chen Kaige, Hark Tsui and Dante Lam. The film is this year's second-biggest earner so far, both in China and globally, following the domestic comedy Hi, Mom. Set during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea（1950-1953）and starring Wu Jing and Jackson Yee, the movie tells the story of the Chinese People's Volunteers fighting bravely in freezing temperatures in a key campaign at Lake Changjin, or Chosin Reservoir. |
 | Hi, Mom, the first movie directed by Chinese comedian and actress Jia Ling, hit international theaters. The best-moving film was released in North America, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Britain, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, Colombia and several other countries and regions, according to Ruyi Films, one of the producers. Hi, Mom, widely considered as the top dark horse thanks to its moving plot of mother-daughter affection, has earned 1.7 billion yuan in rising to the second slot. |
 | Taking second place, The Wandering Earth, a sci-fi blockbuster was adapted from the eponymous novel by Liu Cixin. It was the 12th top-earning film worldwide. Along with director Ning Hao's Crazy Alien, and other Spring Festival blockbusters such as Han Han's directorial effort Pegasus, The Wandering Earth took the monthly gross in February to 11.2 billion yuan, the world's highest for a single month. |
| A．Hi, Mom. | B．The Wandering Earth. | C．Crazy Alien. | D．The Battle at Lake Changiin. |
| A．Three. | B．Four. | C．Five. | D．Six. |
| A．A magazine. | B．A travel guide. | C．A novel. | D．A science report. |
6 . The perfect gift for your favorite young readers!
The NYRB Children’s Book Club will be the perfect gift for your favorite young readers!
We’ve grouped some of our books by age and interest and will send one book every other month for a year to the lucky child. All are “forever books”. To order a Children’s Book Club subscription (订购), please call 800-354-0050 or visit www. nyrb. com/cbc.
First Chapter Books
Age: 5-9
Fun tales of family, friendship, fantasy and frustration will even attract the youngest children.
Books: Hickory, The School For Cats, Wee Gillis Jenny’s Moonlight Adventure, The Sorely Trying Day He Was There From The Day We Moved In
Fee: $77.95 with free US shipping
Whimsical Early Readers
Age: 3-7
Fun with words, yucky (难以下咽的) gourmet food, and a hare—and—tortoise—like race are a few of the subjects of these silly books.
Books: Three Ladies Beside The Sea, Junket Is Nice, The Marzipan Pig, Mud Pies And Other Recipes, The Two Cars
Fee: $77. 95 with free US shipping
Early Chapter Books
Age: 5-9
Page-turners featuring tall tales of the sea, and a little boy who keeps interrupting (打扰) his father’s story.
Books: Wolf Story, Jim At The Comer, Jenny Goes To Sea 9 Jenny And The Cat Club 9 Beyond The Pawpaw Trees, The Mousewife
Fee: $82, 95 with free US shipping
Heroes
Age: 8-14
Real and fantastical adventures inaction-packed stories that take place in small-town America, Ireland, war-torn Holland, India, and mystical Cythera.
Books: Winter In Wartime, The Island Of Horses, The Village By The Sea, The Lost Island, The Adventures Of Anatole, Lizard Music
Fee: $60.95 with free US shipping
1. Who are the books fit for?| A．College students. | B．Little children. | C．Office workers. | D．Young parents. |
| A．2-5. | B．3-7. | C．5-9. | D．8-14. |
| A．First Chapter Books. | B．Whimsical Early Readers. |
| C．Early Chapter Books. | D．Heroes. |
7 . Waste Not
This eco-conscious shoulder bag is cut from old truck cloth, so each handmade bag features a unique look. The rest of the bag is constructed out of strong nylon from recycled water bottles. Sorry, pack addicts: students only. (Seriously, you need a student ID to buy one. ) Freitag F601 Malcolm Student Backpack $170
Agenda Item
Most calendars have a systematized accounting of time boring. The Every Day Calendar is a touch-sensitive device that encourages you to keep up with a daily routine. Each day you follow through on a promise to yourself tap the corresponding (相关的) number on the face and an LED lights it up. You don’t have to use it every days—it’s there when you need it and functions as glorious wall art when you don’t. Every Day Calendar $300
Night Rider
Lumenus pill-shaped bike light smartly helps cyclists see and be seen in the park. Pair it with the companion app and it taps into your phone’s GPS for some location-aware tricks. It can increase visibility at night. The 30-hour battery is good for weeks. Lumenus ioLight $100
Light Cycle
At 35 pounds, the Turbo Vado SL is light for an ebike. It’s also slim enough to swing over a shoulder, with the 320-watt-hour battery and powerful motor all hidden in the frame.
Still, the bike’s range is 80 miles, and its speed reaches 28 mph. Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ $4,500
1. Which of the following products is made of recycled materials?| A．Lumenus ioLight. |
| B．Every Day Calendar. |
| C．Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ. |
| D．Freitag F601 Malcolm Student Backpack. |
| A．$100. | B．$170. |
| C．$ 300. | D．$ 4,500. |
| A．Using the Every Day Calendar is boring. |
| B．Lumenus ioLight can improve cyclists’ eyesight. |
| C．Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ is convenient to be taken away. |
| D．Everyone is encouraged to buy Freitag F601 Malcolm Student Backpack. |
8 . Whether you call Germany home or are just visiting, going to festivals is a great way to experience the country’s culture. Here are the best events to attend.
Karneval, Cologne
Karneval is a 40-day party season which takes place between February and March. The largest and most well-known one of these celebrations in Germany takes place in Cologne. The period sees street parties pop up all across the city. The tradition dates back to medieval (中世纪的) times when people lived under strict rules. However, the Germans are certainly making up for it now.
Frankfurt Book Fair
Held for five days at the Frankfurt Trade Fair grounds in Frankfurt, the event dates back to the 15th century. Today, it is the world’s largest trade fair for books and is considered to be the most important one for international deals and trading. While the first three days are restricted (限制) only to professional visitors, the general public can attend on the weekend.
Thuringer Bachwochen: Thuringia Bach Festival
Taking place during the Easter period, this is the largest music festival in Thuringia and has more than 60 concerts in the historic Bach sites. These show the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. Each year, the festival opens with a long night of house music. For one evening, more than a hundred public house concerts take place in private living rooms across the state.
Long Night of the Museums, Berlin
The evening sees between 70 and 80 of the city’s museums open late for the public to visit. Visitors are given an entrance pass to all the exhibits (展览品) within the area. They can meet interesting guests, and dance the night away to live music, and more. With foods and drinks on offer in many places, it’s no wonder this is one of the most popular German festivals.
1. What can visitors do between February and March in Cologne?| A．Visit some old buildings for free. |
| B．Perform plays with some famous actors. |
| C．Enjoy different kinds of street performances. |
| D．Experience adventures in museums in the evening. |
| A．It has a short history. |
| B．It allows guests to shop for a week. |
| C．It shares new books on the Internet. |
| D．It is a world-famous business activity. |
| A．They both can attract music lovers. |
| B．They both tell some historical stories. |
| C．They are both held during the daytime. |
| D．They both require membership to attend |
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1. Which of the following can be submitted to submitarticle@archisearch.gr?| A．A video on Youtube. |
| B．A link to thirty images. |
| C．A collection of five photos. |
| D．A Greek text of four hundred words. |
| A．Contact readers. |
| B．Provide financial support. |
| C．Make necessary changes to them. |
| D．Get all of them published in time. |
| A．In a travel brochure. | B．On the school blackboard. |
| C．On the Internet. | D．In a textbook. |
10 . You’re becoming an adult; your friends are changing; school is more challenging; and your life has more ups and downs than it used to. These books are just for you.
Say Goodbye to Stress by Dr. Jeff Brown
Kindle Edition $11.79
Paperback $16.95
Many have trouble getting their stress (压力) under control and want help. This new book will encourage stressed-out readers with its stories from people like them about how they resolved or rethought the stress in their lives, learned to let go of anxiety and worry, and improved their lives by dealing with stress.
Find Your Inner Strength by Amy Newmark
Kindle Edition $7.99
Paperback $12.75
This powerful collection of stories will inspire (激励) you and help you find the inner strength to do with the challenges in your own life. We are stronger than we think.... when we have to be. These brave. courageous people are the role models that show us all what is possible.
Random Acts of Kindness by Amy Newmark
Kindle Edition $12.99
Paperback $17.77
Make miracles happen for yourself and others. It’s easy. Just think outside the box and look around. There are so many ways that you can help—and it turns out the biggest beneficiary (受益人) may be you! Scientific studies have shown that “doing good” is not only good for others but also for the person doing it, making that person happier and healthier.
Be the Best You Can Be by Amy Newmark
Kindle Edition $10. 99
Paperback $15.67
This collection shows kids positive role models to follow in its stories about making good choices, having confidence, and doing the right things. Parents and grandparents will enjoy discussing the stories with children, making it a family event.
1. How will you feel after reading Say Goodbye to Stress?| A．Anxious. | B．Awkward. | C．Relaxed. | D．Confused. |
| A．It is written by a well-known author. |
| B．It is the cheapest of the four books. |
| C．It has role models for kids to follow. |
| D．It shows one how to do good deeds. |
| A．Say Goodbye to Stress | B．Find Your Inner Strength |
| C．Random Acts of Kindness | D．Be the Best You Can Be |
