1. Where are the speakers?
| A．In Japan. | B．In Australia. | C．In America. |
| A．Understanding the local language. |
| B．Talking with her workmates. |
| C．Correcting her accent. |
| A．Twice a month. | B．Once a week. | C．Twice a week. |
| A．Communicate with local people. |
| B．Enjoy themselves together. |
| C．Learn about life abroad. |
1. How did the speakers feel about visiting the park?
| A．Tired. | B．Happy. | C．Disappointed. |
| A．Study for an exam. | B．Attend a party. | C．Go to the movies. |
| A．A romantic movie. | B．A comedy. | C．A horror movie. |
3 . What do people associate with the Metropolitan Museum of Art called the Met? For most, this New York museum is a treasure trove (宝库) of beautifully-scheduled artistic expression. After all, its collections include 1.5 million works of art from prehistory to the present.
But since September 9, 2023, as Hyperallergic reports, the Met is also the setting for a new, super-creative center for kids aged 3—11 and their families, named“81st St Studio”, which sets out to help children understand the materials used to make art. Coming in through the entrance, visitors see tree trunks, cardboard and a carved wooden screen among other examples. Visitors can participate in activities such as woodblock carving and drum making.
According to Heidi Holder, Chai r of the Met’s education department, there’s no contradiction in this new attempt. She recently said the Met is a science institution. As she explains, “We have three big parts of ourselves: our scientific research, our conservation and our art.” As Holder explains, even when objects created hundreds of years earlier come in, a scientific understanding of the materials used will help people better understand the art itself.
The exhibit is rich with art and science activities to encourage self-expression. There’re no traditional glass exhibition cupboards here. Instead, the 3,500-square-foot center is filled with seven stations that encourage visitors to explore them using all their senses. As Holder said, “It’s an open space where you can create your own path. You can learn at your own pace. You can take risks, be curious, have fun, and discover things.”
A music installation (装置), for instance, helps kids understand how materials influence sound. It consists of several creative music-making devices. Curious young visitors can pull open small, drawer like boxes. For example, an accordion lets out an airy sound as the opening and closing motion compresses (压缩) the air inside it.
In agreement with its ambitions to serve as a community center, the 81st St Studio is free to enter for children and their caregivers, no museum ticket required, during regular Met hours.
1. What is the purpose of the 81st St Studio?| A．To encourage participators to be more creative. | B．To assist children in learning about art materials. |
| C．To help children to create some works of art. | D．To ask people to concentrate on conservation. |
| A．Approving. | B．Negative. | C．Uncaring. | D．Uncertain. |
| A．The 81st St Studio has a limited space. | B．Kids will be faced with some difficulties. |
| C．Lots of exhibits are not easy to discover. | D．Kids are free to explore the 81st St Studio. |
| A．The Met Is Best for Art Education | B．Scientific Activities Are Based on Art |
| C．Art and Science Can Meet for Education | D．Artistic Creation Comes from Inspiration |
1. How does the woman feel at the moment?
| A．Sick. | B．Sore. | C．Dizzy. |
| A．Riding a roller coaster. | B．Riding a bus. | C．Riding a boat. |
1. Who lived in Los Angeles?
| A．The woman’s aunt and uncle. |
| B．The man’s grandparents. |
| C．The woman’s parents. |
| A．Have a picnic. | B．Go hiking. | C．Try to catch some fish. |
6 . There are different kinds of umbrellas.
You can get beach umbrellas in many different types.
If you’re buying a beach umbrella, you may also want to buy some lightweight beach chairs. You may need to buy a beach car (手推车).
Beach umbrellas are usually very inexpensive, depending on the size. Their prices can usually vary from $20 to $75. They can be found in many large stores and sporting goods stores alongside the streets in the spring and summer months.
| A．One is the beach umbrella |
| B．Some are suitable for kids |
| C．So you can put your things in |
| D．They can be made by your own hands |
| E．And they can also be ordered online all year round |
| F．Some are brightly colored with designs of flowers |
| G．Beach umbrellas can be used not only on the beach |
1. Why didn’t the woman attend the party?
| A．She looked after her grandfather. |
| B．She went to see a doctor. |
| C．She had a headache. |
| A．About 3 hours. | B．About 3.5 hours. | C．About 4.5 hours. |
| A．The atmosphere. | B．The food. | C．The music. |
8 .
| Supersized activities for your little ones at Sentosa During the June Holidays | |
| Storytelling Comes Alive! Date: Every Wed-Sun at 11:30 am. 3:30 pm & 5:30 pm Venue: Images of Singapore Forecourt Admission: Free Enjoy SUPERSIZED activities for the entire family this June at our international award winning interactive event, Story Telling Comes Alive! This is where the story teller uses a giant storybook, puppetry and characters coming alive to bring the exciting and fun stories to life. | Boogie with Captain Palawan Date: Every Tuesdays to Fridays Time: 2:25 pm &4:15 pm Admission: Free Join in the boogie fun with Captain Palawan on the Beach! Bop to the rhythm and you may dance your way to some prizes! |
| Art Excursion at Sentosa Date: 8 & 15 June 2015 (Children) 22 June 2015 (Family) Time: 9 am - 5 pm Admission: $120 per child (SentosaPlayPass: $90 per child) $360 per family (SentosaPlayPass: $270 per family) Unleash your child’s creativity with the Art Excursion conducted by My Art Studio. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange creative ideas inspired by what they experience as they move through various stations in Sentosa. | Storytelling at Underwater World Singapore Date: 1-24 June 2015, every Sat& Sun Time: 11:45 am &3:15 pm Venue: Underwater World Singapore Admission: $20 per adult $10 per child (No admission charge for anyone with a SentosaPlayPass) Come and listen to storyteller, Denise Tan, as she shares stories about marine animals and marine conservation in the Living Fossils Hall filled with displays of ancient marine animals. |
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1. John, who is a SentosaPlayPass holder, needn’t pay for the activities EXCEPT ______.
| A．Storytelling Comes Alive | B．Art Excursion at Sentosa |
| C．Boogie with Captain Palawan | D．Storytelling at Underwater World Singapore |
| A．Boogie with Captain Palawan is an activity that happens daily. |
| B．Denise Tan will share her stories at Images of Singapore Forecourt. |
| C．Storytelling Comes Alive is recognized globally for its engaging content. |
| D．You will win prizes if you spend at least $40 in a single receipt at Sentosa. |
| A．Bugis station | B．Somerset station |
| C．any TransitLink ticket office | D．any Sentosa ticketing office |
| A．In a gym. | B．On a mountain. | C．At home. |
1.时间、地点；2.参观内容：了解中国民俗文化，体验民间艺术等；3.注意事项。
参考词汇: 中国民俗文化主题公园Chinese folk culture theme park
1.词数80左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Mike,
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Yours，
Li Hua
