1 . Family Camping Guide: Ensuring Safety and Fun for Everyone
Are you planning a family camping trip?Whether it's a weekend getaway or a longer adventure, spending time outdoors can be a wonderful experience for families.
Check the weather forecast ahead. This step ensures you pack the proper clothing and equipment for unexpected weather changes. It's also wise to have a backup plan.
Assign age-appropriate tasks.
Pack a First Aid Kit.
Plan safe outdoor activities. Camping offers various family-friendly activities. However, it's essential to plan safe and age-appropriate activities for everyone. If you're going hiking, pick a trail your youngest family members can manage. When swimming or boating, ensure everyone has a life jacket.
| A．It's time to hit the road and start your camping trip. |
| B．Let's make our family trip unforgettable and enjoyable. |
| C．Prepare indoor activities or games to enjoy in the camper. |
| D．However, as exciting as camping can be, safety must come first. |
| E．It is wise to have an added layer of safety during unseen situations. |
| F．It lightens parental workload and gives kids ownership and contribution. |
| G．Accidents could happen on camping grounds, so preparing it is essential. |
2 . Peachtree City is known for its various events and festivals held throughout the year. Some of the most popular and exciting include:
The Italian Heritage FestivalOctober 15.2024
The Italian Heritage Festival features many things Italian, including foods, wines, and cultural fun! View Ancient Rome in virtual reality, listen to Italian music, and more. The festival is hosted by Borgo Italia—an Italian restaurant owned by Cristiana and Alessandro Folchitto.
Fall Festival and Movie NightOctober 28.2024
Celebrate the fall season with us at the Peachtree City Fall Festival and Movie Night. Games, food costume contest and more! Get your chairs and blankets, bring some snacks and watch a movie under the stars.
Magnolia Arts FestivalOctober 21-22, 2024
The Magnolia Arts Festival is a fine arts market and student art exhibit that is known for great food, a kids’ corner, and live performances all weekend! Tickets are free and attendees should plan to play!
The Hispanic Heritage FestivalSeptember 30, 2024
The Hispanic Heritage Festival celebrates Hispanic cuisine (菜肴), music and dance in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. This yearly free event provides an opportunity to try some of the most delicious local cuisine and proudly stands for the 8,000 Hispanic people living in Fayette County.
1. When can visitors explore sites virtually?| A．September 30. | B．October 15. |
| C．October 21. | D．October 28. |
| A．The Hispanic Heritage Festival. |
| B．Fall Festival and Movie Night. |
| C．The Italian Heritage Festival. |
| D．Magnolia Arts Festival. |
| A．It lasts for two days. |
| B．It introduces delicious food. |
| C．It requires visitors to pay for tickets. |
| D．It is expected to receive 8,000 visitors. |
3 . Upcoming Events in California
PAW PatrolThe heroic PAW Patrol dogs need your help in Adventure Bay! Based on the hit preschool series PAW Patrol, this interactive exhibit gives visitors an opportunity to run rescue missions and work together to overcome challenges. The hands-on exhibit is a fun way for the whole family to learn bravery and heroism with exciting stories.
Dates: January 28～May 14Location: Discovery Cube Los Angeles
Cost: $10
Maya: the Exhibition
The exhibition features over 250 authentic artifacts (真品) highlighting the ancient Maya civilization. Through priceless artifacts and hands-on exhibits, visitors can discover how the ancient Maya built and sustained complex cities in the heart of the rainforest.
Dates: January 15～March 2Location: California Science Center
Cost: $7
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
Centennial Farm Discovery Days is an unguided tour program and open to all grade levels and ages. During a discovery day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information. There are also opportunities for children to pet a chick, plant a seed and see a milking demonstration.
Dates: June 1～November 8Location: Centennial Farm
Cost: $50
It’s Magic!
It’s Magic! features an all-new cast of award-winning performers from around the globe, ready to leave audiences speechless with excellent stage tricks, comedy and variety acts. “It’s the best magic show in town!” cheers the Los Angeles Times.
Date: May 21Location: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Cost: $75
1. Which event helps people understand courage?
| A．PAW Patrol. | B．It’s Magic! |
| C．Maya: the Exhibition. | D．Centennial Farm Discovery Days. |
| A．Centennial Farm. | B．California Science Center. |
| C．Discovery Cube Los Angeles. | D．Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. |
| A．Watch a great magic show. | B．See a milking demonstration. |
| C．Learn some farming methods. | D．Carry out fun rescue missions. |
4 . Family-Friendly Activities
Canyoning (峡谷漂流) New Zealand
Location: Queenstown
When: Sunday, October 1,2023-Tuesday, April 30,2024
Price: $499 (2 adults & 2 kids)
What: Get your family out and about in beautiful nature with Canyoning New Zealand! This half-day product delivers so much adventure and excitement all rolled into one guided canyoning adventure.
Queenstown Ice Arena
Location: Queenstown Gardens
When: Friday, September 1,2023-Sunday, March 31,2024
Price: $65(2 adults & 2 kids, or 1 adult & 3 kids)
What: Cool down this summer with an afternoon at the Queenstown Ice Arena. Book a family ice skating pass for only S65. This deal includes skates and helmets (头盔).
Family Ziplining Deal
Location:45 Camp Street, Queenstown
When: Sunday, October 1,2023-Wednesday, January 31,2024
Price: Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 kids)-$499(RRP $536) or Family of 5 (2 adults & 3 kids)-$599 (RRPS645)
What: Join a grand and fun adventure through the forest canopy (树荫) high above Queenstown, featuring impressive views across the remarkable mountain range and Lake Whakatipu.
Super School Holidays
Location: Sky Tower, Auckland
When: October 1-16,2023
Price: $365 (2 adults & 1 kid)
What: To celebrate the release of the cinema, DC League of Super Pets, Sky Tower is calling on all superheroes for a super school holiday adventure. It takes you on a super adventure around the Sky Tower.
1. What do the listed activities have in common?| A．They are held in Queenstown. | B．They need to book in advance. |
| C．They are designed for families. | D．They offer adventures in forests. |
| A．Take a can yon tour. | B．Experience ice skating. |
| C．Watch a famous movie. | D．Enjoy an amazing landscape. |
| A．Canyoning New Zealand | B．Queenstown Ice Arena |
| C．Family Ziplining Deal | D．Super School Holidays |
5 . There are many exciting projects at Science Buddies for students. If you are interested in plants, farming, water recycling and food science, you may enjoy the hands-on projects below.
Project A: Sweet o Potato Plants
Time required: Long (1+months) Cost: Low (under $20)
Do you enjoy eating sweet potatoes? They can be served as yummy snacks like mashed sweet potatoes with butter or golden-brown sweet potato fries. Do you want to grow your sweet potato plants and make tasty snacks at your will? In this science project, you will learn what part of the sweet potatoes is needed to grow the plants and how to make your own snacks.
Project B: Rooftop Gardens
Time required: Short (2—5 days) Cost: Medium ($20—$50)
Would you like some sky vegetables for dinner? How about some fresh-cut roof flowers to put in vases in your house? Around the world, rooftops are being turned into beautiful green space which takes in CO₂ while releasing fresh air. Besides, rooftop gardens also keep your house cooler and lower your energy bill. Try this science project to find out.
Project C: Recycling Greywater
Cost: Medium ($20—$50)
Time required: Long (1+months)
One way to conserve water is to find safe ways to use it more than once. Here is a project to test whether greywater (water that has been used for washing or bathing) can be used for watering plants. The goal of this project is to find out the effects of greywater on plant growth and health.
It is important to note that used toilet water (blackwater) is absolutely not suitable for re-use. It must pass through a water treatment system before being released back into the environment.
1. Students will get ________ if they take part in Sweet Potato Plants.| A．fresh air | B．delicious snacks |
| C．drinkable water | D．healthy vegetables |
| A．Cost. | B．Time. | C．Goal. | D．Method. |
| A．Sports. | B．Agriculture. | C．Medicine. | D．Fashion. |
| A．The color of the water is gray |
| B．The water that has been used for drinking |
| C．The water that has been used for washing or bathing |
| D．The polluted water |
6 . The Best Mountain Bike Trails (小径) in the US
The Tahoe Rim TrailWhere: Lake Tahoe, CA & NV
Distance: about 165 miles
The trail is popular with hikers, backpackers (背包客), and mountain bikers, so don’t expect to have much loneliness. You’ll have views of bright blue Lake Tahoe nearly the entire time. Most mountain bikers do the eight sections (段) of the Rim Trail in separate trips rather than doing the full loop (圈) as it’s too tiring. Also, make sure you’re familiar with the routes because some sections are closed to bikers.
The Gooseberry Mesa South RimWhere: Hurricane, UT
Distance: about 8 miles
There’s a reason why the world-famous Red Bull Rampage mountain bike competition is held here—the land is beautiful and suitable for big jumps and fun rock climbs. However, it’s not for beginners. But if you’re willing to take it on, you’ll be able to enjoy impressive views and a lively trip.
The Sidewinder Mountain Biking TrailWhere: Burke, VT
Distance: about 35 miles
Sidewinder is a small part of the 100 miles of trails within Vermont’s well-known Kingdom Trails system. If you love the feeling of a quick downhill line similar to sitting in the front of a rollercoaster more than actually riding a bike, you’ll love Sidewinder. The trail is a one-way trail made for experienced bikers.
The East Tiger Summit TrailWhere: Issaquah, WA
Distance: 1.5 miles
Tiger Mountain is loaded with mountain bike trails for everyone from beginners to experts, so you can choose the trail if you have a group of bikers of different levels. Almost anyone with basic skills or above should be about to handle this trail, which is good since it’s one of the best trails in the entire PWN.
1. What can bikers do along the Tahoe Rim Trail?| A．Enjoy beautiful lake views. | B．Bike freely in each section. |
| C．Finish a loop easily within a day. | D．Experience the pleasure of biking alone. |
| A．It has the longest distance. |
| B．It provides superfast downhill riding. |
| C．It is suitable for bikers of different levels. |
| D．It offers an impressive landscape along the way. |
| A．The Tahoe Rim Trail. | B．The East Tiger Summit Trail. |
| C．The Gooseberry Mesa South Rim. | D．The Sidewinder Mountain Biking Trail. |
7 . This Week’s Events & More to Come
SIP & SUPPORTEnjoy dinner, delicious wine, dancing and music by Lonesome Found, all while supporting a great cause. This night of fun and fund raising will benefit the Pocono YMCA’s scholarship programs, which assist children and seniors.
Stroudsburg-2332 Walters Rd.(570) 421-2525 poconoymca. org
Price: $85/person; $170/couple; $450/table of six
HOUSEPLANT HOW — TO’S
Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to address your houseplants’ needs before the growing season. Each participant can bring a houseplant in need of a little rehab(修复) and will choose a 6-inch houseplant to take home. Come for a night of fun and learning! Cocktail/mocktail and snacks provided. Reservations required.
Hawley -210 Welwood Ave.(570) 576-0490 gorgeous-floral. com
Price: $45/person
TRAVIS TRITT
Thirty years after Travis Tritt launched his music career, the Southern rock-influenced artist continues to sell out shows and stay true and relevant to country music fans across the globe. Tickets can be purchased at the Penn’s Peak Box Office (walk-up only) or through Ticketmaster.
Jim Thorpe-325 Maury Rd.(866) 605-7325 pennspeak. com
Price: $48/person
BODYWORKS GENTLE FLOW
Gentle Flow will take yoga beginners to the next level with a slower paced flow. This class will also allow for more time with each pose, softening and going deeper into the pose increasing strength and flexibility. Reservations required. An eight-hour cancellation policy is required. Class cards must be used within 90 days.
East Stroudsburg-95 Crystal St.(570)213-8356 bodyworkswellnessstudios.com
Price: $16/per class; $ 140/10 classes
1. What’s special about SIP & SUPPORT?
| A．It requires reservations. | B．It’s for charity purposes. |
| C．It aims at kids and seniors. | D．It provides snacks for free. |
| A．Have a houseplant improved. | B．Enjoy dinner and snacks for free. |
| C．Exchange houseplants with others. | D．Hold parties throughout the night. |
| A．TRAVIS TRITT. | B．HOUSEPLANT HOW-TO’S. |
| C．SIP & SUPPORT. | D．BODYWORKS GENTLE FLOW. |
8 . What’s on
Bluedot
Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire, 21-24 July
Bluedot returns for four days of music, art and space science. Among the treats are talks by physicist Jim AI-Khalili, astronaut Tim Peake, space scientist Monica Grady and BBC Sky at Night’s Chris Lintott, alongside a bill of stand-up comedy, art and music by the likes of Bjork and Groove Armada. Day tickets ￡35/visitor, weekend tickets ￡179/visitor.
Late Night Explorer
Kielder Observatory, Northumberland, weekends, 11:30 pm
Wonder at the Moon, planets and galaxies under the guidance of expert astronomers, and use the observatory’s high-quality telescopes. Also enjoy a log-burning stove (炉子) and a hot chocolate. ￡46/visitor.
Herschel to Hawkwind
Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, 2 July, 7:30 pm
Rock guitarist and astronomer William gives an entertaining talk that explores the connection between music and the sky, including live music and a singalong. ￡16/adult; ￡13/child.
Craig Telescope Talk
Bredhurst Village Hall, Gillingham, 29 July, 8 pm
Greg Smye-Rumsby brings to life the story of the Craig telescope, for a brief time in the mid-19th century the largest refracting telescope (折射望远镜) in the world. Was this strange instrument just an expensive folly? ￡18/visitor; ￡24 with food.
1. What might Bjork do for visitors during 21-24 July?| A．Serve them a hot chocolate. | B．Entertain them with music. |
| C．Give a lecture on the universe. | D．Discuss how music relates to the sky. |
| A．￡13. | B．￡16. | C．￡26. | D．￡32. |
| A．Observatory Science Centre. | B．Jodrell Bank Observatory. |
| C．Bredhurst Village Hall. | D．Kielder Observatory. |
“Playing Shop” Social Activity Children are invited to get behind the shop counter (柜台) of Susannah Place Museum, recreated 1915 shop. This is a good time for children to put on an apron (围裙) and become shopkeepers. They learn how to wrap (包惠) an egg, weigh out goods on a scale (秤) and count in pounds and shillings (先令)! Suitable for the children between 5 and 7, the Playing Shop activity will see your children: ■ Use an old-fashioned shop scale. ■ Wrap goods. ■ Fill an order and make a delivery (配送). Tickets for Playing Shop are now on sale through sydneylivingmuseums.com.cn. Choose from the following periods: 9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.-12 p.m. on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. 9:30a.m.-10:45 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. on Friday, May 21, 2021. Please note children must be accompanied (陪伴) by an adult. You can continue your fun at Susannah Place Museum by joining a guided tour at 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. at an additional (额外的) cost on the day. |
1. Children will not learn ________ through the activity.
| A．how to use a scale | B．how to wrap goods |
| C．how to fill an order | D．how to make money |
| A．1 to 4-year-old kids. | B．Middle school students. |
| C．5 to 7-year-old children. | D．College students. |
| A．For 75 minutes. | B．For one hour. | C．For 65 minutes. | D．For 45 minutes. |
| A．booking tickets of the activity on the Internet |
| B．staying by her side during the work |
| C．paying an additional cost |
| D．choosing the exact working period for her |
| A．In the textbook. | B．In the novel. | C．In the newspaper. | D．In the film. |
10 . How do you spend your spare time? There will be different answers to it. Most people in Poland (波兰) have their own ways of spending free time. Sometimes they just want to have a rest, but they try to do something more pleasant most of the time. They have many different hobbies, which help them to get away from their everyday problems and spend their free time happily.
Many Polish (波兰的) people like travelling. They look for new places that they have never been to and add new and exciting experiences to their journey. Some of them like to climb mountains, others like to go to the sea or a lake to swim, because these can make them get exercise and are good for their health.
Many Polish people also like to watch sports in their free time. They are usually crazy about football, and football is regarded as the Polish national sport. Many football fans may support a certain team, so they go to watch every match of the team they support, and they buy many things that have any relation with the team. Watching a sport and doing it are both good ways to relax.
In addition, doctors say that doing sports is very good for the health. Many people in town, especially young men, often go to the gym to attend the exercise classes to keep fit.
Besides these ways, Polish people have many other ways to spend their free time. And they really enjoy their free time.
1. Polish people have many different hobbies in order to ______.| A．solve their daily problems | B．finish all their work |
| C．make some friends | D．relax themselves in their spare time |
| A．Because they hate travelling. | B．Because they can get exercise from it. |
| C．Because they can find a new place. | D．Because it is comfortable and funny. |
| A．Playing football. | B．Climbing mountains. |
| C．Skating. | D．Swimming. |
| A．Many Polish people like travelling | B．People in Poland like to watch sports |
| C．Different people, different hobbies | D．How people in Poland spend their spare time |
