1 . 假定你是李华，获悉游泳俱乐部在招生，请你写封信邀请一直想学游泳的留学生好友Jack一起报名参加。内容如下：
1.写信目的；
2.俱乐部的招生信息。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Jack,
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Yours,

Li Hua

2 . The hula hoop(呼啦圈) can date back to around 1000 BC. Originally, the hula hoop was made of dried grapevines(葡萄藤).     1     Although first played for this simple game, the hula hoop has been enjoyed by adults and children for centuries. Various nations worldwide independently created and used it for entertainment purposes throughout history.

    2     Sometimes these hoops were also used for military and battle practice. Between 800 and 1500 AD, Native Americans used the hoops as moving targets in order to practice throwing spears and other weapons. Even the British army had a game named “kill the hoop”. However, this practice is not common today.

The more modern version of the hula hoop, which is spun around the waist, was first invented in the 1950s. A plastic hoop created by California’s Wham-O toy company had sold nearly 100 million hula hoops by 1960.     3    

Throughout the United States, the hula hoop craze was large and diverse. But by 1980 the use of hula hoops had begun rapidly fading.     4     In both of the countries, circuses and gymnasts took up hula hoping as part of their performances.

Eventually, the hula hoop was introduced into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 1999, showing its important place within the entertainment and children’s toy industries.     5     However, methodical and structural advances have allowed for the introduction of hula hoops into various modern entertainment venues for adults as well.

A．It was lighter than the bamboo hoops.

B．This was not the case, however, in China or Russia.

C．It was just thrown and rolled down hills in children’s games.

D．As a combined exercise, it is extremely beneficial to the body.

E．Not all hula hoop games were played for fun and entertainment.

F．This created what was known as the “hula hoop craze” during the 1950s.

G．Today, hula hoping is still common among children as it was during the ancient time.

3 . What’s On?

Electric Underground

7.30pm－1.00am     Free at the Cyclops Theatre

Do you know who’s playing in your area? We’re bringing you an exciting evening of live rock and pop music from the best local bands. Are you interested in becoming a musician and getting a recording contract(合同)? If so, come early to the talk at 7:30pm by Jules Skye, a successful record producer. He’s going to talk about how you can find the right person to produce you music.

Gee Whizz

8.30pm-10.30pm     Comedy at Kaleidoscope

Come and see Gee Whizz perform. He’s the funniest stand-up comedian on the comedy scene. This joyful show will please everyone, from the youngest to the oldest. Gee Whizz really knows how to make you laugh! Our bar is open from 7.00pm with drinks and snacks.

Simon’s Workshop

5.00pm-7.30pm       Wednesdays at Victoria Stage

This is a good chance for anyone who wants to learn how to do comedy. The workshop looks at every kind of comedy, and practices many different ways of making people laugh. Simon is a comedian and actor who has 10 years’ experience of teaching comedy. His workshops are exciting and fun. An evening with Simon will give you the confidence to be funny.

Charlotte Stone

8.00pm-11.00pm        Pizza World

Fine food with beautiful jazz music; this is a great evening out. Charlotte Stone will perform songs from her new best-selling CD, with James Pickering on the piano. The menu is Italian, with excellent meat and fresh fish, pizzas and pasta(面食). Book early to get a table. Our bar is open all day, and serves cocktails, coffee, beer, and white wine.

1. Who can help you if you want to have your music produced?

A．Jules Skye.	B．Gee Whizz.
C．Charlotte Stone.	D．James Pickering.

2. At which place can people of different ages enjoy a good laugh?

A．The Cyclops Theatre.	B．Victoria Stage.
C．Kaleidoscope.	D．Pizza World.

3. What do we know about Simon’s Workshop?

A．It teaches comedy writing.	B．It lasts three hours each time.
C．It is run by a comedy club.	D．It is held every Wednesday.

4 . Anyone who has children has likely heard "I'm bored!" too many times. When you're on a budget, it can be tough to think of ways to entertain the family that don't cost a lot of money.     1    

Head to the library, and not just check out books. Look at the library's community events calendar. Most libraries have everything from story times for children to game nights for teens.     2    

Camp in a national forest or build a sandcastle. A lot of the sites are free to use, though they do lack facilities.     3     If there's no beach nearby, do the same in the sandbox at a playground.

    4     Most cities have at least one local community center.There, you can pick up a park and recreation schedule, with information on free events taking place throughout the year, such as hikes,holiday parties, art festivals, outdoor movies and concerts in the park.

Tour the fire station. Most fire fighters will give you and your kids a free tour,as long as you call and schedule ahead of time.     5     For safety reasons, fire stations do not generally accommodate children under the age of four.

Check out a state park. Stop by the ranger station and ask about free programmes for kids, such as nature walks and hands-on science classes. Some parks have junior ranger badges(徽章)children can earn by completing conservation related activities.

A．Visit the local community center.

B．Go to the beach and build a sandcastle.

C．The time when children visit is very important.

D．Spend more time finding much free information.

E．Kids can learn about fire safety and tour the facilities.

F．Many libraries also have enrichment classes offered free of charge.

G．Fortunately, there are many options available to you if you know where to look.