1 . While your competitors are still waiting for the water to warm up, you could be giving your dragon boat season a jumpstart with a paddling vacation in Orlando, Florida. Spring camp is suitable for all ages and levels, perfect for those looking for a break from the ordinary ( or cold) days while enjoying the sport of dragon boat with like-minded people.
The 2018 Florida Training Camp promises to be a week of fun and fitness on and off the water. Register as a team, small group or individual, with customizable(可定制的) add-ons for those looking to give an edge to their personal performance.
The week will close out on Saturday with a camp BBQ and a racing regatta! Opening festivities begin on the evening of Sunday April 15th with camp check-in. Training begins on Monday April 16th and ends on Saturday April 21st.
GWN FLORIDA TRAINING CAMP
Dates: Monday April 16th to Saturday April 21st, 2018
Price: $395, $370 before January 19th, 2018
Features include:
Daily schedule
Twice daily dragon boat training sessions
Daily video analysis
Individual help(twice weekly)
Additional daily group sessions
Camp-sponsored socials
CUSTOMIZE YOUR CAMP EXPERIENCE
The optifons outlined below are available during the week of camp and can be booked as an add-on. Add-ons can be included in your initial registration or purchased at a later time through the online registration system.
OPTION 1: High Performance Program
Cost: $75
If you want to learn how to move your boat faster, then the High Performance Program is for you! This option consists of three progressive one-hour sessions completely focused on racing techniques, strategies, and drills, with the goal of increasing your overall speed.
Option 2: Coaching Community Dragon Boat (Level1)
Cost: $175
This course is intended for anyone interested in entry-level coaching. Expect the material included in the course to cover safety, ethics(道德) in coaching, coach-athlete communication, basic dragon boat techniques, basic physiological requirements of dragon boat racing, race and practice planning, plus more.
1. According to the passage, ___________in the camp.| A．you will enjoy a BBQ at the opening | B．you need to be over 18 |
| C．you should have some dragon boat skills | D．you can have fun on land |
| A．$370 | B．$395 |
| C．$ 445 | D．$470 |
| A．Option 1 includes a three-hour session |
| B．add-ons can be bought during registration |
| C．Option 2 is for those fond of advanced coaching |
| D．video analysis is covered in the coaching course |
| A．recommend an upcoming training camp |
| B．introduce the options in a training camp |
| C．provide ideas about how to spend a vacation |
| D．offer advice on how to win in dragon boat races |
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WHAT’S ON STAGE Russian dances: The famous “Little White Birth” Dance Troupe will travel from Russia to present performances in Beijing. The troupe, founded in 1948, is famous for their combination of Russian folk dance sand classical dancing art. It has been invited by the Beijing Foreign Culture Exchange Co. to give four performances in Beijing. Tickets are available through ticket hotlines and website such as www.paio.com.cn., www.Chinaticket.com and www.Ticket.elong.com. Time: 7:30 p.m., January 18-21 Place: Beizhan Theatre, 135, Xiwai Dajie, Xicheng District Tel: 6606-4258 EXHIBITIONS Kite show: All together 81 kites collected by the China National Art Museum is on show in the Yanhuang Art Museum. Kong Xiangze, an expert on Chinese kites, published a book on kites, explaining the origins of the Kite-making process. The exhibited kites are made in a traditional Chinese style. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. until February 11 Place: 9 Huizhong Road Tel: 6491-2902 CONCERTS Folk music: A concert of classics of Chinese folk music will greet audiences on the first day of the Year of Rat at the Beijing Concert Hall. The China Song and Dance Ensemble will perform dozens of traditional instrumental pieces, such as “Full of Joy”, “Colourful Cloud Chasing the Moon” and “Spring Festival Suite”. Time: 7:30 p.m., January 24 Place: 1, Beixinhuajie, Xicheng District Tel: 6559-8285 EVENTS Flower festival: The Beijing Botanical Garden is bringing people a blooming festival with the beautiful flowers in its tropical (热带的) plants greenhouse. The garden has introduced nearly 80 kinds of flowers abroad for the exhibition. There is also an exhibition of potted narcissus (水仙) landscapes. More than 300 mini landscapes involving imported narcissus will be displayed, people can get a preview of the show by visiting www.Beijingbd.com., the garden’s website. Time: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. until January 28 Place: Wofosi Lu near the Fragant Hills Tel: 8259-5547 |
| A．In a science magazine. | B．On their social platform. |
| C．In a calendar. | D．In an information board. |
| A．Russian dances. | B．Kite show. | C．Folk music. | D．Flower festival. |
| A．6606-4258 | B．6491-2902 | C．6559-8285 | D．8259-5547 |
3 . Ice climbing is a winter sport that combines excitement, skill and determination. It is featured as a cultural event at the Winter Olympics for the first time in Sochi, Russia and is popular around the world. If you are interested in this sport, here are some of the world’s best places that you shouldn’t miss.
Shuangqiao Valley, Sichuan, China
China has a lot of ice walls, which are located in different mountains in the northern and western parts of the country. Among them, Sichuan province’s Shuangqiao Valley in Mount Siguniang has some of the finest climbs. The ice climbing in the area usually starts from mid-December and lasts until February. Climbers can enjoy climbing as well as a clean and quiet environment.
The Ouray Ice Park, Colorado, the US
The Ouray Ice Park offers climbers more than 100 man-made ice and mixed climbs, and entrance to it is free. The park also provides professional aid and services for beginners. It usually hosts one of the biggest ice climbing celebrations in the world, the Ouray Ice Festival every January.
Valdez, Alaska, the US
Alaska’s surprising Valdez area has been attracting world-class climbers. Each year, climbers go there to follow classic routes (路线). Others explore the area by themselves, hoping to find the next classic site on their adventures. The climbers can find glacier hiking, skiing and sled (雪橇) trips there.
1. How long does the ice climbing in Shuangqiao Valley last?| A．About ten months. | B．About six months. |
| C．More than four months. | D．About two months. |
| A．pay an entrance fee | B．be given some help with climbing |
| C．watch the ice festival in winter | D．learn climbing lessons for free |
| A．Thrilling and flexible. | B．Enjoyable and safe. |
| C．Tiring and difficult. | D．Boring and dangerous. |
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1. The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is located ________.| A．in the downtown area of Los Angeles | B．in a suburb of the city of Los Angeles |
| C．in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art | D．in the centre of Wilshire May Company |
| A．the exhibition of film equipment | B．the impact of the film industry on world culture |
| C．the popularity of Hollywood movie culture | D．the achievements of American galleries and theatres |
| A．promote the Academy Museum and make movie history |
| B．arouse people’s interest in the Academy Museum |
| C．raise enough money for the Academy Museum |
| D．help realize the Academy Museum founding supporters’ dreams |
7 . A new program encouraging children ages 9 to 12 to get interested in computers, math and science starts next week at all 36 libraries of the San Diego Public Library.
Called “Spring into STEAM”, the program will offer workshops in March, April and May. It begins on March 2.
“We know that science education is so important now, and technology is changing so fast,” said Misty Jones, library director. “We see this as a way to bring kids new ideas and help them know more about the world around them.”
STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art and math, and there will be workshops in each area. This year’s theme(主题) is “Bug Out!” so the science workshop will invite insect(昆虫) experts to explain the survival skills of insects. The engineering workshop will watch bees as builders. For math, the kids will learn spatial geometry(空间几何学) by making 3D paper insects. Kids in other workshops will learn computer coding, create a light using a glass bottle, or build insects using pipe cleaners and LED lights.
Jones said she’s also excited about the chance for children to take part in the International Barcode of Life Project, which is trying to create a digital catalog(电子目录) of different kinds of insects on Earth. Kids in San Diego can ask for free insect collection tools at their local libraries beginning on March 2. Insects they collect can then be sent in for DNA identification(鉴定).
Jones said it is unusual for every library to start the same program at the same time. “It’s something we’ve been trying to do, and I think it’s just the beginning of the chances we will be able to offer,” she said.
1. What do we know about “Spring into STEAM”?| A．It is open to kids of all ages. |
| B．It lasts for at least four months. |
| C．It helps kids learn more about themselves. |
| D．It is held by the San Diego Public Library. |
| A．How LED lights work. |
| B．How bees build their home. |
| C．How to make 3D paper bees. |
| D．How to create a light using a glass bottle. |
| A．Collect insects. |
| B．Take DNA tests. |
| C．Create a digital catalog. |
| D．Make insect collection tools. |
| A．The program will continue. |
| B．The program should last much longer. |
| C．The program will have different themes. |
| D．The program should be held by different libraries. |
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9 . We know that St.Patrick’s Day festivities may include a little bit of drinking.But there are plenty of kid-safe St. Patrick’s Day events around metro Phoenix,too. Here are the lucky St.Patrick’s Day celebrations for kids.
3/17:Lucky St.Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
Kids can make their own treats at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix this St.Patrick’s Day. Children can make and decorate their cupcakes with rainbow candies and chocolate. To-go containers will also be provided.
Details:1 pm-3 pm, Friday, March 17. Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix. $3 for members. $4 for non-members. 602-253-0501.
3/17-19: Fountain O’ Green Artisan Market
This community festival will include sculptures, paintings, handcrafted jewelry and apparel(衣服) from selected local and regional artists, live music and dance performance throughout the weekend. There will also be a food court.
On Friday, colorful water will shoot from the town’s fountain at noon. Take the kids to see the annual tradition and picnic in the park.
Details:10 am-5 pm,Friday-Sunday, March 17-19.Avenue of the Fountains and Saguaro Boulevard, Fountain Hills.Free.480-488-2014.
3/17:St.Patrick’s Day Party at AZ Air Time
Kids above 12 years old can collect their free, green necklaces and jump for three hours, climb the rock climbing wall or dive into the giant hole of foam(泡沫). Jump socks will be required.
Details:8 pm-11 pm,Friday,March 17. AZ Air Time, 13802 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 145,Scottsdale.$15, saving $14.480-427-2000/480-427-2001.
1. Which telephone number can people call at if they want to make and decorate cupcakes?| A．480-427-2001. | B．480-488-2014. |
| C．480-427-2000. | D．602-253-0501. |
| A．If two children want to make treats, they have to pay $8. |
| B．In Fountain O’Green Artisan Market, you’ll find apparel from all local artists. |
| C．You can see colorful water shooting at noon on March 17. |
| D．Children will get free jump socks at AZ Air Time. |
| A．People addicted to alcohol. |
| B．Parents of younger children. |
| C．Organizers of festivals. |
| D．Educators and businessmen. |
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