| A．The woman likes football much these days. |
| B．The man will pick the woman up at six. |
| C．There will be a football match tomorrow evening. |
1. What does the woman think of the man’s suggestion?
| A．Boring. | B．Impractical. | C．Exciting. |
| A．Windy. | B．Rainy. | C．Sunny. |
| A．Watch TV at home. | B．Listen to music at home. | C．Have a walk outside. |
1. What does the woman like most?
| A．Talent shows. | B．Historical dramas. | C．Geographic documentaries. |
| A．A student. | B．A teacher. | C．An actor. |
| A．She had forgotten the time. | B．She had missed the bus. | C．She had got up late. |
6 . Fill your free time with these options on offer in New York City this month.
Pop & Rock
Dec. 1 at Webster Hall, Manhattan
On tour in support of her new release of Softscars, the singer and producer Nat Cmiel will play at Webster Hall on Sunday. A frequent subject of her songs is the solution to the tensions between digital and physical existence. Tickets are $25.
Family Concert
Dec. 10 at the Scheuer Auditorium, Manhattan
Joanie Leeds is adding her voice to those calling for children’s books in libraries and children’s classrooms. With a guitar and other musicians, she’ll celebrate the release of her new work, starting at 10: 30 a. m., in an hour-long concert intended to make young listeners first grow up and later sit down and read. Tickets to the concert are required to be reserved online, starting at $14. Children are admitted free.
Jazz
Dec. 20 at the Village Vanguard, Manhattan
Bold and carefree, Johnathan Blake has come to represent certain of present jazz. This week’s Vanguard stand features his My Life Matters, calling for people to let one another live and grow. Watching the performance of the band will have a lasting impression on you. Tickets are $40.
Sketch Comedy
Dec.22 at the Peoples Improv Theater, Manhattan
The Peoples Improv Theater is welcoming comedy troupes (剧团) across the country for a celebration and discussion of sketch comedy, with Birch & Caven as the opening show. Tickets start at $ 15 per show. Four-day passes are $79, and one-day passes are $30. Tickets are to be bought at the ticket office in person.
1. Whose song discusses digital and real-life interaction?| A．Nat Cmiel. | B．Joanie Leeds. | C．Birch & Caven. | D．Johnathan Blake. |
| A．At Webster Hall. | B．At the Scheuer Auditorium. |
| C．At the Village Vanguard. | D．At the Peoples Improv Theater. |
| A．Online tickets. | B．One-day passes. | C．Four-day passes. | D．Separate tickets. |
| A．Giving a performance. | B．Listening to the music. | C．Dancing to the music. |
8 . Green Line Performing Arts Center
329 E Garfield Blvd. Chicago, IL 60637
Upcoming Programs Include:
First Monday Jazz Series: CrosswindMonday Feb 4 | onwards 7—9 pm
First Monday Jazz is a free monthly event showcasing local Chicago jazz artists.
Green Light Series: South Side Story TimeSunday Feb 17 | 10—11 am
Bring your kids to listen, learn, sing, dance, and interact! South Side Story Time is a small gathering that centres on readings for its young attendees along with the chance for their parents to socialize. Open to families with children of all ages.
Sistergirls and Freedom Fighters: Stories in Celebration of Women’s Power and GraceWednesday Feb 20 | 7—8:30 pm
Join us for an evening of storytelling featuring the dynamic singing, In the Spirit by Emily Hooper Lansana. This performance will highlight a range of stories that demonstrate women’s creative and political genius from folk heroines to Nobel Peace Prize winners.
Family Saturdays: Art togetherEvery 1st Saturday of the Month | 3—5 pm
Explore your child’s artistic curiosity with hands-on art workshops designed to stimulate creativity and play. These interdisciplinary workshops are exciting for the entire family, offering activities from music to arts and crafts. Come to learn something new! Appropriate for families with children. Registration is encouraged.
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1. When can people enjoy jazz?| A．At 8 pm every first Monday. | B．At 4 pm every Saturday. |
| C．At 7 pm on Wednesdays. | D．At 9 pm on Mondays. |
| A．It lasts two hours. | B．It is organized by Emily. |
| C．It is a prize-winning performance. | D．It celebrates women’s achievements. |
| A．The forms of arts. | B．Target participants. |
| C．The duration of activities. | D．Registration requirements. |
| A．Ask Tom to send an invitation. |
| B．Get the Johnsons’ address. |
| C．Invite Tom to the party. |
1. What does the man first invite the woman to do?
| A．Go shopping. | B．Go to the cinema. | C．Go swimming. |
| A．On Friday evening. | B．On Sunday evening. | C．On Saturday evening. |
