1 . Four Great Theme Parks with New Attractions
Get ready for a new year filled with thrills, incredible entertainment, cutting-edge rides, and amazing new attractions at the country’s most popular theme parks.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Giant dinosaurs will walk the Earth and shock guests when you are experiencing Universal Studios Hollywood’s all-new Jurassic World Ride. The ride features dinosaurs such as T-Rex as big as five stories high. Ride enthusiasts take note: The technologically cutting-edge attraction features new principles of hydraulic (水压的) physics and promises an eye-opening prehistoric experience.
Busch Gardens
To celebrate Busch Gardens’ birthday, this park at Tampa Bay launched an impressive new coaster: Tigris. This steel coaster features a 150-foot skyward movement with twists and drops running 60 miles per hour along the 1800-foot steel track. Don’t miss the scariest roller coasters in America. It is designed to copy the quickness of the world’s largest and most powerful cat — the tiger.
Walt Disney World Resort
Lovers of classic cartoon characters will want to join Mickey on this adventure open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway features amazing visual effects, a lovable theme song, and twists and turns ideal for the whole family.
Universal’s Islands of Adventure
As mysterious as Severus Snape, Universal’s new Harry Potter Coaster replaced the Dragon Challenge, which closed in 2017, and was launched in mid-2019. The ride is a technologically advanced and thoroughly surprising roller coaster that repeatedly launches you around the grounds outside Hogwarts — the fictional British boarding school of magic.
1. Which theme park would you choose if you are into prehistoric creatures (史前动物)?| A．Universal’s Islands of Adventure. | B．Walt Disney World Resort. |
| C．Universal Studios Hollywood. | D．Busch Gardens. |
| A．It will appeal to animal lovers. |
| B．It is attractive to animated film fans. |
| C．It provides US’s most thrilling roller coasters. |
| D．It gives lectures on how to create visual effects. |
| A．Music. | B．Water. |
| C．History. | D．Magic. |
2 . Welcome to Summer Camps.com; find and book the very best summer camps. Your children are precious so we offer the highest quality of camps that will meet each child’s needs and interests.
Catalina Sea Camp
Sea Camp offers three one-week sessions to boys and girls aged 8–13 and two three-week sessions to teens aged 12–17. Our hand-picked instructors create an atmosphere of fun and excitement while leading campers to a host of ocean adventures, marine (海洋的) biology, and social summer camp activities.
Address: Toyon Way, San Bruno, California 94066
Phone: 800–645–1423
Camp Cayuga
Camp Cayuga is a private summer camp for children aged 6 - 16. The camp is on a 350-acre land in the Pocon o Mountains of Northeast Pennsylvania, just outside the village of Honesdale. It’s a 3-hour drive from New York City to Philadelphia.
Address: 321 Niles Pond Road-Suite ISC, Honesdale, Pennsylvania 18431
Phone: 908-470-1224
Camp Rockmont
Camp Rockmont is a Christian summer camp for boys, aged 6–16, in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Rockmont’s duty of developing boys into healthy young men is accomplished through age-appropriate skills, activities, and challenges that help campers to know themselves better.
Address: 375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, North Carolina 28711
Phone: 828-686-3885
Primitive Pursuits Overnight Camps
Primitive Pursuits Overnight Camps offer week-long Summer Adventure Overnight Camps in New York’s Finger Lakes to your children aged 11–15. Campers experience a week of nature-based skills training, inspiring challenges, and fun activities under the guidance of skilled instructors.
Address: 611 County Rd 13, Van Etten, New York 14889
Phone: 607-272-2292
1. What number should a parent call if his boy is curious about sea creatures?| A．607–272–2292. | B．828-686-3885. |
| C．800–645–1423. | D．908-470-1224. |
| A．In North Carolina. | B．In California. |
| C．In Pennsylvania. | D．In New York. |
| A．It lasts a week. | B．It is on a 350-ache land. |
| C．It is intended for boys. | D．It is full of adventures. |
3 . Here are four activities in October. Go and get yourself out of your house.
Activity 1: Hope with Every Step 5K Race
It will be held on Saturday, October 7 at Taglienti Field on the Spruce Mountain High School campus. This event is held in honor of Josh Brochu, 13 and his sister Brook Brochu, 10, both of whom have a rare disease that affects children. All the money collected from the event will go to the A-T Childrens’ Project, a non-profit (非盈利的) organization which raises money for medical research and health centers. Visit www. atcp. org for more information.
Activity 2: A Free Movie Supported by Farmington Baptist Church
It will be shown at 7: 00 pm on October 3 at 194 Whittier Road in Farmington. The movie When the Game Stands Tall tells the true story of the De La Salle Spartans High School football team, which set 151-game winning streak (连胜) record. Football coach Bob Ladouceur’s belief always was, “We don’t expect you to play perfectly, but to give a perfect effort.”
Activity 3: Wilton Free Public Library’s Birthday Party
The library is turning 100 years old! All are welcome to attend the party celebrating 100 years of the beautiful library building. From 10: 00 am to 1: 00 pm on October 3, families are welcome to come to the library for some food and fun! There will be historical displays, fun book-themed food, face painting, and games and presents for kids. Please come and celebrate!
Activity 4: The Fourth Annual Pumpkin Festival
It will take place on Saturday, October 7. There will be various family activities, including movies, dog shows and children’s gifts. All events will take place in the Front Street Neighborhood. For more information, please visit the website: farmingtonpumpkin festival. net.
1. When will the film When the Game Stands Tall start?| A．At 10: 00 am on October 3. | B．At 7: 00 pm on October 3. |
| C．At 7: 00 pm on October 7. | D．At 1: 00 pm on October 7. |
| A．To collect money. | B．To explore nature. |
| C．To celebrate something. | D．To start an organization. |
| A．At 194 Whittier Road. | B．At Taglienti Field. |
| C．In Wilton Free Public Library. | D．In the Front Street Neighborhood. |
4 .
| For children Museum: Children’s Museum, Sundays, 89 North Street, 67641235 Story time: Children’s library, 106 Green Street, Wednesdays during 9:30 a.m—5:00 p.m. 66599624 Sports: Soccer Club, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 16 Yangtze Road, 96725643 Basketball club, Wednesdays and Fridays, 79071632 Cinema: New films for children, 99 Brick Road, 69001354 |
| Useful Phone Numbers Fast Food Restaurant: 66387901 Hospital: 68787451 Visitor Information Center: 800-120-9847 Taxi: 79210583 Visitor Hotel Information: 800-739-7302 |
| A．16 Yangtze Road | B．89 North Street |
| C．106 Green Street | D．99 Brick Road |
| A．ask for some hotel information | B．do some shopping |
| C．have a good time | D．order fast food in a restaurant |
| A．looking for a hotel | B．doing eye exercises |
| C．eating fast food | D．taking a taxi |
5 . Welcome to the Following Art Activities
Family Zone
Sunday, October 1, 1 p. m.—4 p. m.
Families are invited to visit the MFAH Family Zone. You’ll find attractive activities with coloring sheets, color ed pencils, books, and more. Knowledgeable professionals (专业人员) are on hand to help answer questions about the works of art on show.
Happy Hour Thursday
Thursday. September 28. 5 p. m.—8 p. m.
Happy Hour Thursday is the place to be! Meet your friends at the MFAH for the best night of the week. Explore the campus, visit the galleries(画廊), and get a drink at the public house (cash only).
General admission is free on Thursday, and the Museum is open late.
Art Bites I American Painting and Sculpture
Thursday. October 5.6 p. m.—6:30 p. m.
A little art can go a long way! Visit the galleries and enjoy the art. The focus of this Art Bite tour is on American painting and sculpture. Art Bite tours are 30 minutes long and are part of the Happy Hour Thursday festivities at the Museum. This guided tour is included with general admission, which is free on Thursdays.
Glassell Studio School
Courses in art are offered the fall, spring, and summer
The Glassell Studio School offers courses in art history and studio arts for adults ages 18 and older of all skill and experience levels. Studio courses and workshops are available(可得到的) in various forms of media, including painting, drawing, printmaking, digital and film photography, 3D design, and more. Courses are offered in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Sign up for the next semester below.
1. What can you do when visiting Family Zone?| A．Have a drink with your family. | B．Take a course to learn art skills. |
| C．Put your own artworks on show. | D．Ask experts for information about art. |
| A．They last 30 minutes. | B．They are free on Thursdays. |
| C．They are held at night. | D．They only accept cash. |
| A．Art Bites. | B．Family Zone. |
| C．Glassell Studio School. | D．Happy Hour Thursday. |
6 . The MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR is back and bigger in Belton, Texas in 2024! Join us Feb. 16-18, 2024 (Friday-Sunday), at the Cadence Bank Center (formerly the Bell County Expo Center) for a THREE DAYS of opportunities to live a more independent and economical lifestyle, such as learning DIY skills to slash your monthly bills, stopping overpaying for basic necessities. And you can get the chance to learn directly from some of the most sought-after experts in the world of sustainability!
The MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR is your passport to money-saving hacks, health-boosting remedies, and environmental strategies from leading experts and entrepreneurs around the country.
Enjoy dozens of workshops, exhibitions, demonstrations, and the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR bookstore! Children 17 and under are FREE and do not need to register.
Buy in Advance and Save!
Get your tickets early and get excited!
Individual day prices will increase $5, Weekend and Preferred Seating will increase $10 the weekend of the Fair.
What do you get with your ticket type?
Ordinary Pass
This registration provides access for one adult to Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, including dozens of on-stage workshops, a robust marketplace and attractions in Belton, Texas, on February 16-18, 2024. It does not include access to Hands-On or Extended workshops.
Preferred Seating Pass
Enjoy the following benefits when you get a Preferred Seating Pass:
● Access to seating in the front rows of most workshop areas.
● The complete MOTHER EARTH NEWS Archive 1970-2022: Classic Edition on USB (a $59.95 value!)
Please note: All FAIR ticket sales are final and non-refundable unless the event is canceled. Please, no pets allowed other than service animals.
Visiting Hours:
Feb. 16. Friday·12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 17. Saturday·9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 18. Sunday·11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
1. The main purpose of the FAIR is to help visitors know more about ________.| A．the new breakthroughs in the medicine |
| B．the challenges of the environmental protection |
| C．the recipes for self-sufficiency and sustainability |
| D．the sustainable development of the global economy |
| A．Thursday | B．Friday | C．Saturday | D．Sunday |
| A．Visitors will be refunded if the FAIR is cancelled. |
| B．Every visitor can learn about the history of the FAIR. |
| C．A guide-dog for the blind isn’t allowed into the FAIR. |
| D．Adult visitors have free access to Extended workshops. |
7 . There are a number of events going on this weekend and in the days ahead at the Cooperage, located at 1030 Main Street in Honesdale. Enjoy! Remember more events can be found on the Calendar of Events or under our Community Link.
The Cooperage Maker Fair
The Cooperage Maker Fair will be held from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Friday, June 12th on the grounds of the City Museum. The Maker Fair is a place where people show what they are making — a showcase of invention and creativity, and share what they are learning. Anyone interested in presenting their projects, hobbies and experiments should apply to take part at www.cooperagemakerfair.com.
Such Sweet Thunder
At 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 17th, there will be a film screening of comedy Twelfth Night as part of the Such Sweet Thunder. Shakespeare’s Plays on Film Series. Dr. Robert Dugan will introduce the play with a brief background and orientation (情况介绍). Admission is free, but due to limited seating, booking is required at www.suchsweetthunder.com.
Sounds Like Teen Spirit
On Thursday, June 25th, there will be an event called Sounds Like Teen Spirit from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Sounds Like Teen Spirit is designed to provide an opportunity to show the talent of our community’s youth. School-aged students are encouraged to share their performing art on stage at the Cooperage!
Great Brazilian Music Tour
On Saturday, June 27th, a fantastic opportunity is ready for you to listen to some great Brazilian music by the musical group Minas. It is from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, and doors open at 2:00 pm. We encourage children and their families to come to learn all about the rhythm, excitement and sound of Brazilian music. The 2-hour performance is sure to be fun for the whole family. The admission charge is $5 for each person, and all the money will go to the local food bank. You can also give away old clothes and money at the entrance.
1. Which event requires people to make a reservation?| A．Such Sweet Thunder. | B．Sounds Like Teen Spirit. |
| C．The Cooperage Maker Fair. | D．Great Brazilian Music Tour. |
| A．June 12th. | B．June 17th. | C．June 25th. | D．June 27th. |
| A．Show your gift for invention. | B．Make a donation. |
| C．Perform with Minas on stage. | D．Learn to make music. |
8 . Noteworthy Theme Parks
Peppa Pig Theme Park, the US
The world’s first Peppa Pig Theme Park opened in February 2022 in Florida.
Devoted to the classic British animated TV show, the park welcomes guests with well-designed activities. The Daddy Pig ride takes families on a windy road in the show’s red car. They can also enjoy a dinosaur ride, and play games at the Fairground.
Tickets from $34.
Columbia Pictures Aquaverse, Thailand
Thailand’s Columbia Pictures Aquaverse opened in October 2022.
The movie-themed water park features rides and experiences inspired by popular films like Zombieland. In addition to the rides, the park hosts performances at its Mega Wave Pool, where guests can hang out in the pool while enjoying movie screenings and pop concerts.
Tickets from $41.
Katmandu Park, Dominican Republic
Opened in March 2023, the park is full of mystery (奥秘).
The 4D dark ride is brought to life by lighting and projection effects. Another key attraction is EtherQuest, an interactive walk-through experience. Aside from the rides, guests can also check out a sky-high ropes course, and climbing walls for younger adventurers.
Tickets from $120 for adults: $85 for children for a one-use pass.
Legoland Korea Resort, South Korea
Opened in May 2022, the park is designed for 2-to 12-year-olds.
This playful wonderland is devoted to all things of Lego, with more than 40 rides and attractions across seven thematic zones. Guests can get on family-friendly rides, visit Legoland Lookout for great park views, and get hands-on experience with creative workshops.
Tickets from $38 for adults; $30 for children.
1. What can visitors do at Columbia Pictures Aquaverse?| A．Go to the Fairground. | B．Try the 4D dark ride. |
| C．Attend a pop concert. | D．Experience a workshop. |
| A．$68. | B．$106. | C．$205. | D．$325. |
| A．Take a ride. | B．Climb a wall. | C．Watch a film. | D．Visit an attraction. |
9 . Make a five-minute film and win!
Do you love the summer holidays but hate being bored? Then why don’t you enter the Film Street Summer Shorts Competition by making a short film this summer with your family and friends?
What you have to do
To enter the competition, you have to make a short film that is around 5 minutes long (It can be shorter but not longer!) on a digital camera, or mobile phone.
Awards
The best short film entered into our competition will be shown in Film Street’s Cinema and you’ll win a Cineworld Cinemas pass for yourself and three more for other members of your film crew (电影摄制组). If you have a Cineworld Cinemas pass, you can watch as many films as you like for a year, for free, at any Cineworld Cinema!
Rules
◆We can’t show films that tell others about either your, or any other kids’, name or address.
◆We can’t show films that hurt, harm or insult (侮辱) other people.
◆We can’t show films that have bad language.
Copyright Checklist (版权清单)
Getting permission (许可) to use someone else’s work in your film can be expensive, so check your film to make sure that:
◆Your film is original and you haven’t copied someone else.
◆There are no scenes of branding (商标) on shop signs, books, magazines or CDs.
◆There are no scenes of someone else’s artwork.
Address and Date
Post your finished film on tape, CD or DVD by Monday, October 1st, 2007 to:
Film Street Summer Shorts Competition
First Light Movies
Unit 6, Third Floor, The Bond
180-182 Fazeley Street
So what’s stopping you? Start making your Film Street Summer Short now!
1. How many Cineworld Cinemas passes will the winner of the competition be awarded in all?| A．One. | B．Two. | C．Three. | D．Four. |
| A．the winner’s short film can be shown in any cinema |
| B．the competition is held by Cineworld Cinemas |
| C．the winner can watch films for free for one year at any Cineworld Cinema |
| D．the winner will be paid for his short film |
| A．interesting enough | B．made by yourself |
| C．good for children | D．full of exciting moments |
10 . CHOOSE YOUR TRIP
Tour A—Dhaka Photography Tour
We design the Photography tour to offer you the best of Dhaka Photo Tour. Bangladesh Eco Adventure is specialized to offer photography tour in Dhaka，In Dhaka Photography tour we have the lifestyle photography, general photography and many more.
Per Person (SUSD): 75 USD
Save This Month: $10 USD Per Person ($USD)
Tour B—Manipuri Rash Mela Tour
It has a lot of interesting activities and the festival begins from local house yards where the little kids dressed like Krishna start dancing and collecting offerings. Afternoon in the open ground, people will gather and—make several temples by banana tree and dance around the temple.
Per Person ($USD): 95 USD
Save This Month: $20 USD Per Person ($USD)
Tour C—Sundarbans Tour with Small Boat
Sundarbans Mangrove forest is the largest in the whole world located in the southwestern part of Bangladesh. The green vegetation gives a fresh feeling to your eyes and for bird lovers. About 270 types of birds have been recorded in Sundarbans which attracts bird watchers from around the globe.
Per Person ($USD): 105 USD only
Save This Month: $30 USD Per Person ($USD)
Tour D—Fullday Dhaka City Tour
Dhaka city tour is one of the most popular Bangladesh Eco Adventures. This tour includes a visit to all historical sites from Mugul period to our liberation war time, visiting museum, and experiencing street life with a cup of tea in the old town and most importantly a boat tour in Burigonga River.
Per Person ($USD): 85 USD
Save This Month: $15 USD Per Person ($USD)
1. Which of the following tours costs the least if you sign up this month?
| A．Dhaka Photography Tour. | B．Manipuri Rash Mela Tour. |
| C．Fullday Dhaka City Tour. | D．Sundarbans Tour with Small Boat. |
| A．A young couple loving traditional culture |
| B．A middle-aged man crazy about nature. |
| C．College students interested in photography. |
| D．A senior scholar keen on ancient architecture. |
| A．A text book. | B．A news report. | C．A shopping poster. | D．A travel brochure. |
