1. Who is Jim Brown?
A.The organizer of the program. |
B.A participant of the course. |
C.An experienced climber. |
A.To have a wonderful adventure. |
B.To better their climbing skills. |
C.To try some new equipment. |
A.20. | B.25. | C.30. |
A.Tell the course instructor after class. |
B.Call the State Park Climbing Center. |
C.Return the application form to the speaker. |
1.表示慰问和祝贺;2.想要参加该活动的原因;3.咨询报名和准备情况等。
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3 . Are you looking for a great day camp program for your little ones this summer? Here we have rounded up some of the best summer camps close to New York.
Atletico de Madrid
This camp once worked with Arsenal Football Club. It offers boys and girls aged 5-16 chances to train with one of the world’s most successful soccer colleges. Two players from the camp will be chosen by coaches to play a game in Madrid in October. This year, this camp will be running for two weeks.
Abrons Art Center
The Abrons Art Center offers learning experiences in dance, music and theater to campers aged 5-13. Campers will take part in an exchange with professional artists and arts workers, who will explain the artistic process. Extended (延长的) day classes provide more chances for arts learning.
A Montessori Summer
A Montessori Summer is for children aged 3.5-14. Each week, the program provides the students with a day trip away from school. Usually, children can enjoy the trips to beaches, parks and wildlife preserves(保护区) and they also go mountain-climbing. Certainly, these activities make students’ life more colorful.
92Y
The 92Y offers all kinds of experiences to every camper, from their outdoor day camps in beautiful Rockland County (县) (suitable for kids from 5-13 years of age) to their Preschool Day Camp for kids from 3-5 years of age. They also include more camps in the city for kids aged 3-18. From sports to language learning to adventure camps, every kid can pick whatever they like.
1. Campers in Atletico de Madrid may have a chance to ________.A.take a trip to Madrid | B.win a two-week free training course |
C.join Arsenal Football Club for free | D.attend a famous soccer college in Madrid |
A.A Montessori Summer. | B.Atletico de Madrid. | C.Abrons Art Center. | D.92Y. |
A.It focuses on animal protection. | B.It offers various outdoor activities. |
C.Campers can learn from some great artists. | D.Campers can experience the country side life in America. |
A.It often holds some sports games. | B.Its activities mainly take place in cities. |
C.Its adventure camps are very popular. | D.It has suitable camps for kids of different age groups. |
A.Children from poor family backgrounds. | B.Children with learning difficulties. |
C.Parents looking for summer activities for kids. | D.Parents searching for family activities. |
1. What will the man watch tonight?
A.A film. |
B.A music program. |
C.A sports event. |
A.She’s tired of them. |
B.She’s interested in them. |
C.She’s disappointed in them. |
A.Cheer for the man. |
B.Go running with the man. |
C.Help the man do homework. |
A.To have dinner with her friends. | B.To attend a big party. | C.To go to an exhibition. |
6 . Hiking Across the Great Outdoors
What limits you from hiking more often? Many complain that they don’t have a suitable partner to go with. If not having a suitable hiking partner is keeping you out of the woods why not take a look at the great hiking clubs across Canada?
Yukon Outdoors Club
Website: yukonoutdoorsclub. ca
Membership cost: $10 for a single membership; $15 for a family membership.
Description: The club coordinates day hikes, backpacking trips, canoe trips, mountain biking, cross-country skiing trips, snowshoeing trips and various workshops for members to gain new skills and valuable information. The trips are open to everyone and range from easy to moderate to difficult.
UBC Varsity Outdoor Club
Website: ubc-voc. com
Membership cost: Students $40; non-UBC students $60
Description: The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club is a social group that hikes, mountaineers, kayaks (皮划艇), rock climbs and ice climbs. Travel and outdoor-minded UBC students and non-students are welcome to join. Members lead trips, run skills workshops, host presentations and tune gear. For a refundable deposit, members can borrow equipment from the clubroom's gear cache (器材存放点). The UBC VOC has also constructed a few backcountry (偏僻地区) huts in the Coast Mountains.
Pender Harbor Hiking Group
Website: penderharbourhiking. weebly. com
Membership cost: Free
Description: Now in its fourth year and boasting about 100 members, the Pender Harbour Hiking Group offers a way for members to meet like-minded individuals and get fit. Hikes are scheduled two months in advance, so get on the mailing list or check the website regularly to find a hike that’s right for you! Show up at the designated (指定的) meeting point, and get hiking. Hikes are usually one and a half to two hours long every Monday and Wednesday morning, but some full-day hikes are scheduled, depending on member interest.
Vernon Outdoors Club
Website: vernonoutdoorsclub. org
Membership cost: A single membership is $25, and students pay $10. Children are free when they come with a registered family member.
Description: Boasting a membership of close to 200 people, the Vernon Outdoors Club is an active group that enjoys hiking and cycling. Since the membership is comprised of outdoor lovers in general, they are encouraged to share their activity ideas and interests. The group organizes a Tuesday Rambles event each week and also hosts multi-day trips.
1. Which club costs a student the least to get a membership?A.The Yukon Outdoors Club. | B.The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club. |
C.The Pender Harbor Hiking Group. | D.The Vernon Outdoors Club. |
A.Both organize workshops for their members. |
B.Both lend hiking equipment to their members. |
C.Both rate their members based on their hiking skills. |
D.Both have built backcountry huts for their members. |
A.They are mostly held on weekends. |
B.They are arranged two months ahead of time. |
C.Their schedule can only be seen on the club’s website. |
D.More full-day hikes are offered than half-day hikes. |
A.Every Monday. | B.Every Tuesday. |
C.Every Wednesday. | D.Every Sunday. |
A.A P. E. textbook. | B.A health report. |
C.A sports leaflet. | D.A gym notice. |
7 . Every year about 40, 000 people attempt to climb Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. They
Hearing these stories, I’m skeptical about the place — other destinations are described as “purer” natural experience.
However, I soon
The best of a Kilimanjaro
Does Kilimanjaro
A.keep | B.mix | C.connect | D.bring |
A.stories | B.buildings | C.crowds | D.reporters |
A.discover | B.argue | C.decide | D.advocate |
A.equipment | B.grass | C.camps | D.stones |
A.remote | B.quiet | C.tall | D.clean |
A.new | B.special | C.significant | D.necessary |
A.paying off | B.spreading out | C.blowing up | D.fading away |
A.atmosphere | B.experience | C.experiment | D.sight |
A.studied | B.observed | C.explored | D.regarded |
A.view | B.quality | C.reason | D.purpose |
A.scientists | B.climbers | C.locals | D.officials |
A.changes | B.clears | C.improves | D.permits |
A.match | B.imagine | C.count | D.add |
A.Obviously | B.Easily | C.Consequently | D.Eventually |
A.enjoy | B.deserve | C.save | D.acquire |
8 . Four activities to take you out of your comfort zone, and increase your confidence.
Camping
Whether it’s at a professional campsite, or just in your back garden, taking a weekend away from technology and spending time with loved ones - or just you - can bring you a real sense of freedom. You’ll realize how little you really need.
Cooking Class
You could go with a friend to ease you in, or make new ‘foodie’ friends there - search for classes in your local area online. Or, if attending a class might be a few steps too far for you, you can still breathe some life into your tried and tested kitchen favorites by exploring new recipes.
Clubbercise
Group exercise classes can have many benefits, but personally I’ve always found the concept terrifying. But the great thing about Clubbercise classes is that you can enjoy them in the dark! There are no eyes on you if you miss a step, so you can completely let loose and have fun - who doesn’t feel better after dancing?
Rock Climbing
Rock climbing helps to develop your problem-solving skills as you navigate your way up the wall. Plus, rock climbing is quite an accessible activity. As “seeing the route” is less important than “feeling” your way up or keeping balance, it can be great for those with visual problems.
1. What are you advised to do if you want to go camping?A.Bring some friends with you. | B.Take some classes in advance. |
C.Leave your cellphone at home. | D.Explore new ways of cooking. |
A.From friends. | B.On the Internet. |
C.In the neighborhood. | D.Through organizations. |
A.Doing morning workouts outside. |
B.Taking one-on-one training. |
C.Observing others’ performance. |
D.Dancing with people in darkness. |
A.Camping. | B.Cooking Class. | C.Clubbercise | D.Rock Climbing. |
A.To report. | B.To educate. | C.To discuss. | D.To recommend. |
9 . Summer Camps
About us
Summer Camps offer many programs that develop athletic skills, teamwork and healthy habits to kids. We create a safe and non-competitive environment for learning and making friends. Our counselors(指导老师)are required to complete much training and deal with some practical issues. Directors and head counselors are qualified in CPR (心肺复苏)and First Aid and so on.
Full-day Camp (ages 6-13)
A typical camp starts with soccer, kickball, basketball or field games. After lunch, the kids do three activities. Depending on location, there are swimming, science and nature, arts and crafts, rope courses.
Li’1 Rascals Day Camp (ages 3-5)
Preschoolers get all the fun of full-day camp in half the time. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, games and relays. Each week has different themes. All participants must be able to be taught to use a patty(便壶).
Specialty(专长)camps (ages14-16)
These specialty camps build many athletes. Our experienced staff will help your child be excellent in his or her favorite sport.
·Tennis
·Basketball
·Soccer
·Dance
·Cheer-leading
Fee: $120
Contact Information
Call: 068-990-3224; E-mail:summercampsforkids@hotmail.com or Write to: 125 Seventh Avenue South New York, NY 10014
What the parents from last year say about the camps:
“All the activities were perfect. My son definitely wants to return next year and I will recommend the camp to others.”
— Kate
“I think this is one of the best camps that my children have attended. The counselors and directors are enthusiastic and friendly. The programs are excellent and it is the only camp that they ask to go back to.”
—Jack
“My children had an excellent time at your camp. I was very impressed by both your friendly, helpful counselors and directors and the excellent way that the entire camp was organized and run. I will consider next year! Many thanks.”
—Mary
1. What do you know from the passage?A.The camps are free for little children. |
B.There are mainly three activities at Full-day Camp. |
C.Specialty camps are only open to young athletes. |
D.The counselors at Summer Camps all have rich experience. |
A.learn the skills to play ball games | B.know how to survive in the wild |
C.take part in arts and crafts activities | D.dance together with other children |
A.go home alone | B.express themselves clearly |
C.receive a complete physical examination | D.go to the toilet by themselves |
A.Satisfied. | B.Bored. | C.opposed. | D.Terrible. |
A.the spaces of Summer Camps are limited |
B.the workers at the camps are responsible ones |
C.the campground of Summer Camps is tidy and comfortable |
D.Mary’s son will attend the camps with his friends next time |
10 . At a farm off Narrow Lane near Lexington, Kentucky, US, old-fashioned houses look over the little red barn (畜舍). The farm is mostly empty now. Jim Mahan and his family, who lived there for generations, have moved to a different plot of land in northern Fayette County. As land is sold, houses go up where there once were fields.
But during the summer, the barn is filled with city kids who have come to enjoy the farm. They’re members of the Fayette County Livestock (FCL) Club, which showcases (展示) various skills. The barn is where they look after the animals. “A lot of Lexington kids don’t know anything about farm life,” said Adria Meier, 17, who has looked after goats and sheep for three years. “There is so much to learn.”
The dozen or so children who take care of their goats and sheep at the little red barn must take a six-hour class before they get an animal. They pay for their own animals but get special club programs, such as one that provides vet (兽医) care.
Mahan lets the group use the barn for free, and the kids spend up to three hours a day there during the summer. But as his land gets sold, he doesn’t know whether the club can continue. What makes the FCL Club special is that most of the kids can’t just walk out their doors and take care of their animals. Most are driven to the ban by their mothers, who usually hang around and chat as their kids feed and exercise the animals.
There are valuable lessons learned along the way. For instance, don’t cut wool off your goat when there is wind, and sheep are social animals and will cry loudly when separated. “Tending to animals helps teach us responsibility. Unlike learning to shoot an arrow, caring for an animal isn’t something you can simply abandon,” said Carly Playforth, 16, of Lexington.
1. What is the requirement for kids before they get animals?A.Attend a class. | B.Pay certain money. | C.Have varied skills. | D.Get special club programs. |
A.It offers services unconditionally. | B.It pays for their use of the barn. |
C.It lets mothers care for animals. | D.It allows mothers to push kids. |
A.Suspicious. | B.Moved. | C.Appreciative. | D.Opposed. |
A.Kids’ life on a sold farm. | B.Valuable lessons learned on the farm. |
C.A special club intended for Lexington kids. | D.A club activity of caring for farm animals. |