1.学校概况及特色课程；
2.你能为他提供的帮助。
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2 . Recently I visited the classroom of Jeremy Coleman, a music teacher. Coleman was preparing for a fresh group of students at his school in Austin, Texas.
Coleman has taught classical guitar at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (TSBVI) for many years. “Everyone should be given a chance to learn music and guitar," he said.
The TSBVI was founded in 1856 to provide a specialized education for young Texans who couldn’t see clearly. In the early years, students made brooms (扫帚)and other products that were sold to pay for the school’s operational (运营的)costs.
Since then, the school has developed, and hundreds of students from across the state live and learn there. The educational focus (重点) has changed from vocational (职业的) training to academic (学业的) and life skills. Students also take part in sports, music, and other after-school activities.
Coleman brought classical guitar lessons to TSBVI in 2011. “Teaching guitar to students with poor eyesight isn’t easy,” Coleman said. For one thing, the music course has to be translated into Braille, a form of printing for blind people to read.
“Instead of sight reading, these students will read Braille music and remember it,” Coleman said. “Once they realize what they can do, they love making music.”
Coleman said that after kids leave his program, they often find it difficult to continue their study of music. “The real difficulty is when the students return to their own communities,” Coleman said. “Finding a proper teacher for lessons is sometimes impossible.”
For that reason, Coleman and some other TSBVI teachers developed an online program called “Let’s Play.” The program serves as a guide for classical guitar training for students with poor eyesight and their teachers.
“The program continues to grow,” Coleman said. He hopes that it will help musicians with poor eyesight continue to develop their skills.
1. Coleman’ s school is different from common schools in ________.| A．its class size | B．its opening time |
| C．its type of students | D．its type of teachers |
| A．Its entry requirements for students. |
| B．Its after-school activities. |
| C．What it teaches students. |
| D．How it keeps running. |
| A．He founded the TSBVL. |
| B．He started leaning Braille music. |
| C．He sold handmade products for a living. |
| D．He started teaching classical guitar at TSBVI. |
| A．By setting up an online program. |
| B．By organizing after-school activities. |
| C．By connecting them with other teachers. |
| D．By visiting them in their own communities. |
3 . Princeton University
Location
The University is in Princeton, New Jersey. It is an hour’s train ride south of New York City and an hour’s train ride north of Philadelphia.
Students
There are 4,600 undergraduates. There are also 1,900 graduate students, but Princeton is unusual among universities in having a student body made up largely of undergraduates.
Faculty (教师）
Princeton has about 700 full time faculty members. There are another 300 or so part-time and visiting faculty. All faculty members at Princeton are expected to teach and research.
Degrees
Princeton offers two undergraduate degrees: the bachelor of arts (B.A.) and the bachelor of science in engineering (B.S.E) degree.
Academic Year
An academic year runs from September to late May and lasts two terms (fall and spring). A normal course load is four or five courses per term, although many students take extra courses.
Residences
Princeton provides housing for all undergraduate students. Freshmen and second-year students are required to spend their first two years in one of five colleges. Each college has its own dining hall, common rooms and computer centers.
Fees and Expenses (Academic Year 2009-2010)
Tuition: $29,910
Room and board: $8,387
Other expenses (books, telephone, etc.): $3,083
Total:$41,380
1. How many kinds of faculty members are there in Princeton University?| A．One | B．Two | C．Three | D．Four |
| A．$41,380 | B．$52,850 | C．$11,470 | D．$8,387 |
| A．It has five colleges. |
| B．Its students are mainly undergraduates. |
| C．It provides housing for all undergraduate students. |
| D．All the faculty members at Princeton are expected to teach and research. |
| A．Princeton offers two undergraduate degrees. |
| B．An academic year lasts about nine months in Princeton University. |
| C．Undergraduates should spend their first two years in one of five colleges. |
| D．It’s about an hour’s train ride from Princeton University to the north of New York City. |
5 . 2022 Best National University Rankings
The US News Best College Rankings can help prospective students and their families compare institutions as they look for the best fit. Here is a breakdown of what goes into the annual rankings.
Princeton University
The ivy-covered campus of Princeton University, a private institution, is located in the quiet town of Princeton, New Jersey. Princeton was the first university to offer a “no loan (贷款)” policy to financially needy students, giving financial aid instead of loans to accepted students who need help paying tuition.
Columbia University
Columbia University has three undergraduate schools: Columbia College, The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS), and the School of General Studies. This Ivy (常春藤) League, private school guarantees students housing for all four years on campus in Manhat-tan’s Morningside Heights neighborhood in New York City.
Harvard University
Harvard University is a private institution in Cambridge, Massachusetts, just outside of Boston. This Ivy League school is the oldest higher education institution in the country and has the largest donation of any school in the world.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Though the Massachusetts Institute of Technology may be best known for its math, science and engineering education, this private research university also offers architecture, humanities, management and social science programs. The school is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, just across the Charles River from downtown Boston.
To further explore the rankings and data, please log in the US News College Compass! The following pages include each school’s performance across ranking indicators and the latest statistics used in the calculations.
1. Which university is most favourable to the poorer students?| A．Princeton University. | B．Columbia University. |
| C．Harvard University. | D．Massachusetts Institute of Technology. |
| A．They are Ivy League schools. | B．They guarantee students’ accommodation. |
| C．They are private institutions. | D．They offer financial aid to students. |
| A．In a geographical magazine. | B．In a travel brochure. |
| C．In an education book. | D．On a web page. |
6 . The Ivy League schools are some of the most selective colleges in the United States. If you’re planning to apply to any of them, be realistic about your chances of being admitted.
Columbia University
Columbia is one of the largest of the Ivies, and it has a close relationship with neighboring Barnard College, one of the nation’s top women’s colleges. The university is home to an excellent medical school, law school, business school, engineering school, and numerous other programs.
Fast Facts（2018） | |
Place | Manhattan, New York City |
Number of Students | 31,077（8,216 undergraduates（本科生）） |
Acceptance Rate | 6% |
Student/Teacher Ratio（比率） | 6 to 1 |
Brown University
With a rich history dating to 1764, Brown University is the second smallest of the Ivies, and the school has more of an undergraduate focus than universities such as Harvard and Yale. The university’s campus is close to the Rhode Island School of Design(RISD), one of the nation’s top art schools, and students can easily cross-register between the two institutions.
Fast Facts（2018） | |
Place | Providence, Rhode Island |
Number of Students | 10,257（7,043 undergraduates） |
Acceptance Rate | 8% |
Student/Teacher Ratio | 6 to 1 |
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth is the smallest of the Ivies, but don’t be misled by its name. It is a university, not a college. The attractive Dartmouth campus is home to a business school, medical school, and engineering school.
Fast Facts（2018） | |
Place | Hanover, New Hampshire |
Number of Students | 6,572（4,418 undergraduates） |
Acceptance Rate | 9% |
Student/Teacher Ratio | 7 to 1 |
Princeton University
Like Dartmouth, Princeton is on the smaller side and has more of an undergraduate focus than many of the Ivies. The school’s 500-acre campus with its stone towers and Gothic architecture ranks as one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. Sitting on the edge of Lake Carnegie, Princeton is home to numerous flower gardens and tree-lined walks.
Fast Facts（2018） | |
Place | Princeton, New Jersey |
Number of Students | 8,374（5,428 undergraduates） |
Acceptance Rate | 5% |
Student/Teacher Ratio | 5 to 1 |
| A．It is one of the nation’s top art schools. |
| B．It is one of the best women’s colleges. |
| C．It is one of the largest of the Ivy League schools. |
| D．It has a close relationship with Princeton University. |
| A．5%. | B．6%. | C．8%. | D．9%. |
| A．They stress undergraduate education. |
| B．They are in the same state of America. |
| C．They are the smallest Ivy League schools. |
| D．They have the same student/teacher ratio. |
7 . Entry Requirements for International Applicants at University of Malaya University of Malaya（UM） is the first choice of Malaysia's top students and our international student population comes from more than 80 different countries. UM believes that a multicultural and multinational campus will enrich students' experiences. If you are interested in pursuing a degree at University of Malaya, read the following requirements.
| General Entry Requirements ●National Higher School Certificate （or an Advanced Level equivalent）with the percentage of 80% and above or ●A Diploma from recognized Institutions with at least a CGPA of 3.00 ●Applicants may be required to undergo an interview session for certain selected programmes before being accepted by the respective faculties. |
| English Language Requirements Students must obtain： ●TOEFL score of 500 （PBT）， 173 （CBT） or 60 （IBT） and above or ●IELTS Band 5.0一6.5 and above Without any of the above English proficiency certificates, students that have been accepted would be issued with a conditional offer letter for subsequent fulfillment of the English language requirements. |
| Documents required ●A recent passport-size photograph with BLUE background ●Original passport copy （front page only） ●Original or Certified copies of academic certificates with detailed academic transcripts （Official translation is needed for applicants whose native language is not English or Malay） ●Financial statement showing financial capability from the bank or relevant institution for self-financing students or a letter of guarantee for sponsored students ●RM300 application processing fee made payable via online application |
Applications must be submitted online at apply.um.edu.my and all completed applications should be submitted not later than 17 June （for Semester Ⅰ， September intake） or 11 November（for Semester Ⅱ， February intake） of the year.
1. What is the typical feature of UM？ ________| A．Its beautiful campus. | B．Its easy access to a degree. |
| C．Its academic atmosphere. | D．Its social and cultural diversity. |
| A．Tod, a freshman from a high school. |
| B．Chad, a graduate with a CGPA of 3.3. |
| C．George, a senior student with IELTS Band 4.5. |
| D．Mike, an absentee from his program interview. |
| A．photograph with red background. |
| B．copy of the residence permit. |
| C．Evidence of adequate funds. |
| D．Translation of academic certificates. |
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Most colleges are open throughout the year, at least for potential
9 . When choosing Chinese universities, it is necessary for students to take both university conditions and self-qualifications into consideration.
Students’ graduation result
Students’ graduation result provided during the application is the key reference for the university to decide whether to admit or not. The stronger comprehensive strength and better reputation the university has, the stricter requirement for students’ graduation result will be.
Economy conditions
The cost of the study in China is relatively cheap, while daily expenses are not exactly the same in different areas. In Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and other developed coastal cities, the daily expense can be relatively higher than that of inland. These cities’ living conditions are relatively better and entertainment and recreational facilities are richer. Therefore, when choosing universities, your economy factor needs to be taken into account.
China is a large country and the northern and southern China has many differences in climate and diet custom.
Professional or comprehensive strength
In China, universities can be divided into comprehensive and professional two kinds. Which is more important, professional strength or comprehensive strength?
| A．Location preference |
| B．Each city has its own characteristics. |
| C．There is no absolute answer actually. |
| D．Students sometimes get stuck when choosing majors. |
| E．Everyone hopes to choose suitable Chinese university reasonably. |
| F．You should make a reasonable assessment about self-qualifications. |
| G．So apply for a suitable university according to your graduation result. |
10 . If you want to choose a suitable school for your kids, there are some choices for you.
Bambini Village Montessori Preschool
615-405-4778/bambinivillage.com
Bambini Village Montessori Preschool’s goal is to lead children to discover their own unique potential (潜力) in a real Montessori environment. Our main goals are to enrich a child’s all-side education mentally, physically, spiritually (精神上的) and morally (道德上): preparing our students for a joyful lifelong learning and academic excellence while encouraging development of independence and self-encouragement.
Battle Ground Academy (BGA)
615-794-3501/battle groundacademy.org
BGA is a college preparatory school. The motto of “Character Scholarship Excellence” is evidence of our students on the fields, on stage, in community service activities or through our time-honored traditions. Students create lifelong friendships and enter college ahead of their peers (同龄人). BGA develops a sense of community and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It provides financial help for students whose families are poor.
Episcopal School of Nashville
(615)512-366S/esnashville.org
Episcopal School of Nashville is changing the situation of education in Nashville. Opening in East Nashville in the fall of 2016, we are a Pre-k (学前班) through elementary school that believes education should be spiritually enriching as well as mentally challenging. Led by enthusiastic and caring teachers, Episcopal students are encouraged to explore their curiosity, take risks, and learn to solve problems in creative ways. It also provides after-school programs for students of Pre-k from 2:30-5:30pm. For $ 6.50 per hour.
1. What is the main purpose of Bambini Village Montessori Preschool?| A．To discover clever children. |
| B．To enrich children's after-school life. |
| C．To keep children staying in good health only. |
| D．To provide students with all-side education. |
| A．must give up her study to earn money |
| B．can apply for financial help from school |
| C．should learn how to perform better than her peers |
| D．can develop her character through developing friendships |
| A．$13 | B．$65 |
| C．$90 | D．$130 |
