1 . Soothe the Sunday Scaries
Most of us look forward to the weekend as a time to relax. But as the weekend comes to an end, many of us are missing out on “Sunday Funday” and instead experiencing a sense of anxiety and even dread about the upcoming week.
That sense of dread on Sunday can come from many different sources.
Identify your anxiety sources.
Anxiety is a normal human experience, and one of the main ways to manage it is to identify your personal triggers.
Don’t forget to relax.
When structuring your Sunday, try not to cram in (塞进去) too many errands and chores.
Getting rid of the Sunday scaries isn’t just about minimizing the doom and gloom of the week ahead. Having something to expect gives you something pleasant to think about. Instead of focusing on the awful things from the upcoming week, build excitement over a coffee or lunch date with a friend or workmate. This gives you the opportunity to shift your thoughts to something fun and will help improve your mood.
| A．End your Sunday with the right energy. |
| B．Create excitement for the coming week. |
| C．Try to find out what’s really causing you to dread the week. |
| D．Structure can be a best friend when feeling the Sunday scaries. |
| E．Fear of failure, criticism at work, especially from high-pressure jobs. |
| F．It’s important to make space for relaxing activities to refresh yourself. |
| G．But even though the Sunday scaries are common, they are manageable. |
2 . Museums across Europe are currently rethinking the power of design to project into the future, far or near. These are the most forward-thinking exhibitions in Europe this winter.
MKG Hamburg
Hamburg’s applied arts museum presents Food Revolution 5:0 with the aim of helping us. to have a closer relationship with food and its origins, while also challenging our common sense and perception. Food Revolution 5.0 includes more than 30 design projects, aiming to raise questions about what can happen from the farm to the table.
The exhibition runs until December 10 at MKG Hamburg, Germany.
Helsinki Design Museum
Helsinki is consistently ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world, and its design museum might be the best place to discover their recipe for success. And its current exhibition, Enter and Encounter will be especially helpful. Enter the gallery and you will start to realize why the city keeps rising in the livability league table.
The exhibition runs until December 22 at Helsinki Design Museum, Finland.
Cube Design Museum
The Cube Design Museum will look into the future of cycling with a show called Fiets-Bike-Fahrrad. It presents the challenge that comes with balancing a bicycle’s engineering, form and safety through leading contemporary examples. If you’re concerned about our planet’s limited resources and are looking to add flexibility to your urban life. Fiets-Bike-Fahrrad might just persuade you to get cycling.
The exhibition runs until December 3 at Cube Design Museum, Kerkrade, Netherlands.
MAK Vienna
With more than 200 exhibits including graphic arts, speculative design, film, literature and machinery pieces, Hello, Robot, challenges our ideas about and expectations of robots with items such as a baby-feeder tool head, an AI chatbot and an automated scribe arm. If you feel clueless about robots, Hello, Robot is certainly a good place to start.
The exhibition runs until January 1 at MAK Vienna, Austria, and will next appear in the Ghent Design Museum on April 15 next year.
1. What is the common trend of the four museums this winter?| A．They change their designs. | B．They rethink about the future. |
| C．They display challenges in life. | D．They present historical exhibitions. |
| A．Food Revolution 5.0. | B．Enter and Encounter. | C．Fiets-Bike-Fahrrad. | D．Hello, Robot. |
| A．It is far from our daily life. | B．It is about advanced technology. |
| C．It will reappear in another museum. | D．It will be hosted by a design museum. |
3 . One of the most rewarding ways to plan a trip is by building it around a specific event connected to a deep passion. Here are some unmissable events worth travelling for 2024.
International Kite Festival—Gujarat, India
Kite-makers from around the world launch their creations at this cheering celebration of the return of sunshine after winter. You’ll enjoy traditional styles from Japanese rokkaku to Malaysian wau bulan. Locals and visitors get involved, too—so bring your kids and join in. The festival takes place in Ahmedabad, Gujarat’s largest city and a UNESCO World Heritage city.
Ride Africa Kenya—Rift Valley, Kenya
Wheeling from Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara, this 310-mile, seven-day route takes up to 60 cyclists through Lake Naivasha, Hell’s Gate and Narok. It’s held to raise funds for the Child.org Charity, which supports newborns’ care in the country. Run in combination with the Kenyan Wildlife Service, the event includes a large number of animal sightings.
Jungle UItra—Manú National Park, Peru.
With racers facing 143 miles of dense Amazon rainforest-and even denser heat and humidity-this is among the toughest ultra-marathons. Passing such terrain (地形) demands determination, but the friendship and trust of the trail team will keep you going. Peru’s four-million-acre national park comprises diverse tropical habitats.
Lakia-Jukola Relay—Kauhava, Finland
This is one for old-school hikers, as your team of six needs solid map-reading and compass navigation skills for the overnight. It’s among the world’s most celebrated challenges, during which you will enjoy Finland’s most dramatic scenery. Sign up for the later legs to see in the sunrise.
1. Which of the following is family-friendly?| A．International Kite Festival. | B．Ride Africa Kenya. |
| C．Jungle Ultra. | D．Lakia-Jukola Relay. |
| A．To compete with cyclists worldwide. | B．To explore the wild animals in Africa. |
| C．To enjoy the natural scenery of the valley. | D．To collect money for a charitable institution. |
| A．Specialized biking skills. | B．Passion for dramatic scenery. |
| C．Teamwork and cooperation. | D．Adaption to tropical weather. |
4 . Summer is here! Spark a new interest or find your favorite activity: CLICK HERE TC APPLY!
Golf Lessons
We aim to break down the barriers of entry into golf by teaching life skills through junior golf programming. Kids that participate will have between 1-2 official hours of programming each week to advance through the First Tee curriculum. ages 7-18
Monday-Friday, from 4-7 p. m.
June 5-July 28.
Dattilo Family Youth Leadership Center, 4700 Hill Ave.
Judo Summer Youth Program
Since 1991 we have taught 4,000 youths the sport of Judo. The practice of judo promotes teamwork, leadership, and buildsself-confidence, self-discipline and self-esteem; it can also help prevent issues such as bullying. ages 7-17
Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:30-5:45 p. m.
Saturdays from 10-11 a. m.
June 3-August 26.
American Academy of Martial Arts and Judan Judo, 5020 Lewis Ave.
Football Camp
Learn football basic skills through defensive and offensive, as well as social skills. Registration is from 8-12 a. m. this Sunday. All participants must be accompanied by a guardian. Participants should dress comfortably in athletic wear. ages 8-14
Monday -Friday from 11 a. m. -3 p. m.
June 12 -June 16.
Scott High School,
2400 Collingwood Blvd.
Summer Basketball Camps
More than building great athletes, our week-long camps will help youth gain confidence and positive social skills. Well-trained coaches will encourage sportsmanship, good character and a healthier lifestyle. ages 9-16
Monday-Friday, from 9 a. m. -2 p. m.
Camp 1: June 12-16/Camp 2: July 10-14/Camp 3:August 7-11.
Wayman Palmer YMCA, 2053 N 14th St.
1. Where is this text probably taken from?
| A．A guidebook: | B．A brochure. | C．A web page | D．A sports magazine. |
| A．Golf Lessons. | B．Judo Summer Youth Program. |
| C．Football Camp | D．Summer Basketball Camps. |
| A．Registration this Saturday. | B．The company of a guardian. |
| C．A formal dressing style. | D．The positive social skill. |
5 . A home is a place where we feel safe and loved. The warmth of a home doesn’t depend on its size or decoration (装饰).
·Have an indoor picnic
You want to enjoy a small picnic with your family, but neither the weather nor your daily schedule allows you to go to enjoy a nearby park. How about having a picnic indoors? You can have ice cream or sandwiches made in your own kitchen. The best part is that you don't have to wait for a long weekend for this picnic.
·Role play
Give each family member a different role to play. For example, ask your youngest daughter to play the role of Daddy.
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Family meetings are often held to discuss different matters with your family members, share happy memories and talk about interesting stories. It can be a meeting when the family is sitting together at the dining table talking on a Friday night.
·Watch a movie
| A．Plan a fun family meeting. |
| B．Video chat with family members. |
| C．Watching a movie alone can be boring. |
| D．It is because you can have it at any time you want. |
| E．See for yourself how your children view their parents. |
| F．It will be difficult for all family members to gather around. |
| G．It is the people in the house that make the home a place worth living. |
6 . Los Angeles has a wealth of amazing kid-friendly museums. From exploring the past to sustaining the future, from playtime to hands-on educational STEM opportunities, this list of family-friendly museums in Los Angeles offers children of all ages the best options of discovering history, science, technology, culture, art and, most of all, fun.
Autry Museum of the American West
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA90027
The museum celebrates the history, art and culture of the American West. It is also home to a number of permanent exhibits that help visitors get a sense of how things have changed over the years. It also offers many family-friendly and interactive activities.
The Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach 90802
This aquarium is a great place for young kids. The multi-colored fish and marine (海洋的) life are eye-catching and will delight both children and adults. Plus it’s a way to learn about animals from deep under the sea that we may never get to see up close any other way.
Battleship IOWA Museum
250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro 90731
A visit to San Pedro wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Battleship IOWA. This battleship is in fact a naval (海军的) museum. Families can take a self-guided tour and get a sense of what life was like for the country’s sailors. There’s a special. “Victory the Dog Adventure” scavenger hunt (寻宝游戏) for kids.
Cayton Children’s Museum
395 Santa Monica Place, Suite 374, Santa Monica, CA 90401
The museum aims to teach everyone about the big ideas of global citizenship, community responsibility, and cultural sensitivity. Its mission is to promote values that help make a better society through interactive learning, creative self-expression and art experiences for children of all ages.
1. What is special about the Autry Museum of the American West?| A．Its exhibits are temporary. |
| B．Its collection varies with the season. |
| C．It is mainly targeted at little children. |
| D．It tells stories of the American West. |
| A．250 S. Harbor Blvd. , San Pedro 90731. |
| B．100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach 90802. |
| C．4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027 |
| D．395 Santa Monica Place, Suite 374, Santa Monica, CA90401. |
| A．The life of sea creatures. |
| B．Values and social responsibility. |
| C．Details about modern technology. |
| D．The skills to do educational experiments. |
“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. |
8 . Singapore Garden Festival(SGF) is the only show in the world to gather the world’s top award-winning garden and flowery designers under one roof. This “must-see” event will impress you with a wide range of displays and activities that have been planned specially for you. An experience of a lifetime awaits at the Singapore Garden Festival for you and your family. Mark your calendar today!
Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden
Worry that your child is bored? Sign him or her up for a guided tour in Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden. It will stimulate a sense of wonder in your child as it promises a unique discovery and provides interesting learning experiences in a garden setting. Let your child explore and play so that they will learn to take care of plants and the environment while you admire the exhibits with a peace of mind.
Far East Organization Children’s Garden
Your child can have a fun-filled day with interactive games, water play features and educational programs in an abundant natural setting at Far East Organization Children’s Garden! The play zone contains play such as a sway(摇摆)bridge and stepping springs, and the Fish Fountain with an interactive landscape of water tunnels and different fish-shaped sculpture.
Marine Cove Children’s Outdoor Playground
Come and bring your child to the 3500-square-metr e playground suitable for children of various ages! It is located next to the beach, offering users open spaces and a good view of the sea. Your child can also join in the fun at a play area with talking tubes, fun mirrors and a drum set! The playground also has play equipment for children who are physically-challenged to play together. This includes special needs equipment such as sensory play panels.
1. Why is Singapore Garden Festival a “must-see” event?| A．Because it is the only show to gather different roofs. |
| B．Because it is a grand awarding ceremony for designers. |
| C．Because it attracts flowery designers to the competition. |
| D．Because it brings together the world-class garden and flowery designs. |
| A．Have a good view of the sea. | B．Participate in interactive games. |
| C．Learn to look after the plants. | D．Know about ways to design parks. |
| A．The Fish Fountain. |
| B．Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden. |
| C．Far East Organization Children’s Garden. |
| D．Marine Cove Children’s Outdoor Playground. |
9 . Being part of a club is such a great experience for people of all ages. Here are five benefits of joining a club.
You can meet new people.
Usually, the people you meet are easy to get along with because you both have something in common: your interest in the club.
You can learn new skills.
Everyone in a club has a job to do. Your work might be something that you’re already great at or something that you don’t have much experience with.
The idea of joining a club between work, school, friends and family may seem overwhelming (令人难以应对的). However, once you get used to your role in a club and learn to manage your time, you will find there is still enough time left for other things that need to be done daily.
You can gain experience for the future.
The skills you learn will not only allow you to succeed in that profession but will also look great on a resume (简历) if you join a club that is similar to the career you want to enter! If you dream of becoming a lawyer, for example, you will be thankful for the practice you got from being part of such a club.
You can improve confidence.
Joining a club requires courage.
| A．You can stick to your plan. |
| B．A confident person is popular. |
| C．There is something to learn either way. |
| D．You can get better at time management. |
| E．At first you may not be sure if you will ft in. |
| F．As they say, teamwork makes the dream work. |
| G．Many clubs have monthly meetings or meet a few times a week. |
10 . 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 |
