1 . When the winds begin to rise over Bali Island, the sky will be decorated with colors that announce the arrival of kite season.

It’s a summer activity that brings back joyful memories of childhood to Balinese photographer Putu Sayoga. As a young boy, he’d watch elder kids pull kites through rice fields near his village after harvest season. When the winds didn’t come, the boys would whistle loudly, acting out stories of Rare Angon, the name of a character in Balinese epic story respected by kite flyers. According to the legend, his magical flute beckoned (召唤) the winds. Kites that dance in those sudden strong winds are said to help farmers keep harmful insects away from their harvests.

In the early 1970s, foreign visitors began flooding into Bali’s white sand beaches and in 1978 the island launched an annual kite festival that quickly grew into a large competition. Three styles of kite take flight at the festival: the long-tailed bird; the fish, perhaps the most popular; and the leaf, considered the toughest to fly because of earlier preparation.

The COVID-19 pandemic put off the kite festival in Bali Island. But in the absence of tourists, Sayoya rediscovered the beauty of kite flying without earlier preparation. One day, Sayoga spotted a colorful gathering overhead. Down a small side road, he found an illegal festival. The police had forced the kite flyers to leave the beach, so they had to remove to a rice field. Sayoga asked if he could film it and they agreed — so long as he focused his camera on the kites and not their faces.

This year, the official kite festival has returned to Bali’s beaches, but informal festivals, like the one Sayoga photographed, have also stuck around again. For Sayoga, who had long avoided the overcrowded pre-pandemic festivals, these gatherings have helped him rediscover the entertainment he loved as a child. Now when he goes to see the kites fly, he may intentionally leave his camera at home.

1. Why do people fly kites in the festival in Bali’s legend?

A．To protect crops from harmful insects.	B．To celebrate Balinese harvests.
C．To act out stories of Rare Angon.	D．To leave good memories to children.

2. What can we know about flying kites in the passage?

A．Foreign tourists flood into Bali for the kite festival.

B．The competition is based on the three styles of kite.

C．The pandemic did not reduce people’s love for flying kites.

D．The police in Bali had the right to stop people flying kites.

3. What does the underlined “stuck around” mean in Paragraph 5?

A．Improved.	B．Appeared.
C．Functioned.	D．Stayed.

4. Which sentence does Soyaga agree with according to the text?

A．Illegal kite festivals should also be encouraged.

B．Crowded festivals could bring in more entertainment.

C．Cameras should be placed on the kites instead of faces.

D．Recording kites gives way to watching them flying.

2 .

A．It was quite a success.	B．It was huge.
C．It was terrible.	D．The music was good.

3 . Science and Technology Camp

•Full-day camp for students aged 12-14

•Four-week program July 5-30 | Monday-Friday, 9 am to 4 pm

Week 1 | July 5-9

Week 2 | July 12-16

Week 3 | July 19-23

Week 4 | July 26-30

•Registration begins June 1, 2023 — register for minimum two weeks.

•Fees: $75 registration fee. $795 per week. Full payment must be made at time of registration.

•The deadline for the cancellation to receive a full refund is June 15, 2023.

Camp Structure

Camp days are comprised of eight sessions with two sessions per day while the final day of the week is reserved for overviews and reflection. The morning sessions begin at 9 am to 12 pm followed by one hour for lunch. (Campers should bring their lunches.) Afternoon sessions are scheduled from 1 pm to 4 pm with 15-minute breaks midway through each session. Snacks are provided at break time. (Food allergies should be reported at the time of registration.)

Camp Content

Science and Technology camp above all emphasizes entertainment while teaching students about how websites are designed using various coding languages, rocket design, practical applications of math and physics, and how to build your own hydraulics system.

Camp Personnel

The camp is headed by the husband-and-wife team of Doctors James and Sophie Clark who are experts in the fields of computer science and mechanical engineering. Our mission is to make sure everyone feels fully supported and excited to be here.

1. What is the lowest cost of attending the Science and Technology camp?

A．$75.

B．$795.

C．$1590.

D．$1665.

2. What is the main emphasis of Science and Technology camp?

A．Rocket science.

B．Fun in learning.

C．Coding language.

D．Hands-on experiences.

3. Who are the camp leaders?

A．Mechanical engineers.

B．Medical doctors.

C．A married couple.

D．Computer technicians.

4 . When I first heard about bungee jumping, I thought it was just another crazy fashion that people did for excitement. I said that I would do it if given a chance, a chance I would never get. But then I heard about a jump arranged on November 18 and I had to try it.

The site was the Blue River Dam platform, more than 200 feet above the ground. The setup was simple: two harnesses (背带)and several bungee ropes.

There are two methods to jump — the swan dive and the backward fall. The swan dive involves a jump forward and away from the platform. Then you count to two and hold the shoulder straps (皮带) to protect your face. The backward fall requires your hands to be across your chest on the shoulder straps, and you jump away from the platform backwards. It’s the safest way. And it is emotionally easier if you don’t like looking down from a great height; for this reason I chose the backward fall.

But, I was still not convinced about ropes. A man handed me a piece of the stuff. My friend and I tried to break it but we failed. The rope could not break. And if one did, there were three more there just like it. I knew that to do this I had to find the strength inside, because no one else was able to help me. After a few seconds of struggle I jumped. The experience was beyond words. And there was a misunderstanding that the end of the fall produced a painful bounce (反弹) effect. Truly, there was a bounce, but it was not painful, at least not until the next day.

1. The author said that he would do bungee jumping because he_______.

A．wanted to follow fashion

B．wanted to do it for excitement

C．liked challenging himself

D．thought he would never get such a chance

2. Why did the author choose the backward fall?

A．Because it was an easier way to jump.

B．Because it was an interesting way.

C．Because he wanted to protect his face.

D．Because he didn’t want to look down.

3. According to the text, how many bungee ropes were there?

A．Three.	B．Four.
C．Five.	D．Six.

4. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?

A．The fall didn’t cause any pain at all.

B．The author might feel the pain the next day.

C．The author felt the pain the moment he jumped.

D．The author felt helpless when he did bungee jumping.

5 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

In 2003, Troi Lee was queueing for a club with a group of friends    1    he noticed that others were being let in ahead of them. He    2    (approach) security to ask what was going on, and was told: “You lot are deaf, you aren’t coming in.” He channelled his anger into setting up    3    UK’s first deaf rave, to “avoid all that nonsense”. The rave will have laser lights, deaf DJs and British Sign Language (BSL)    4     (perform). Lee says the event    5    (target) at people who have some hearing, but    6    (complete) deaf people can enjoy the visceral(发自肺腑的) experience of the bass vibrations and performers emceeing(发自肺腑的) and rapping in BSL, with lyrics that tap into deaf culture. He says 2022 has been “an incredibly exciting year for deaf culture”, with Troy Kotsur becoming the first deaf man     7    (win) an Oscar, Rose Ayling-Ellis winning Strictly Come Dancing, and Tasha Ghouri    8    (become) the first deaf Love Island contestant, all of    9     he says are “normalising sign languages, deaf voices and hearing devices”. But he says that for progress to continue, there needs to be more investment    10    creating opportunities for deaf performers.

6 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

With the popularity of cycling, many cities have combined their tourism characteristics to launch themed routes. From indoor exhibitions     1     outdoor concerts and night cycling along the South Central Axis (轴), a series of activities     2     (introduce) next month so that urban residents can enjoy themselves. An official of the China Tourism Academy said, “As mass tourism grows in popularity, only high-quality outdoor tourism products can attract visitors and the integration of micro-vacation products with outdoor sports products     3     (have) a broad space for development.”

7 . Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. objects       B. cease       C. removed       D. substitutions       E. justified F. engaging       G. responsible       H. present       I. companions       J. employ K. exposing

Smart Toys that Spy on Kids

Americans are becoming more and more alert of the ways their personal information is being collected on the Internet. A recent national survey found that 72% of respondents are not sure whether Facebook is using the data it collected on them in a(n)       1     way. And 70% of respondents said they believed their smartphones are being monitored in ways they haven’t agreed to. That doubt is     2    . Concerns about personal privacy are on the rise all the time.

But adult gift-givers may not realize that some children’s toys are collecting personal data, too. Toys with cameras, mobile apps, and requirements to set up online accounts that store data about the toy and its user all     3     privacy concerns.

Toys that     4     Bluetooth connections, for example, could be sensitive to being hacked from outside the home, perhaps     5     the child to inappropriate content or gathering sensitive info. The famous car race Mario Kart Live Home Circuit installs a camera that uploads images of the room in order to create virtual racetrack. But these images of the room’s layout(布局) and the     6     in it could be exposed if the game’s website were ever hacked.

Most toy manufacturers are trying to build in protections. And the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act provides another layer of defense by requiring parents to be involved in setting up the toy and giving adults the right to have their children’s online data     7    .

The worldwide market for smart toys is expected to reach almost $70 billion in the next five years. These toys can be wonderfully     8     and even educational, such as an interactive globe that speaks to children about a country as they touch it on the map. Action figures, robots, or dolls that talk back and hold conversations can become smart     9    . Yet, in an environment where so much information can be collected through interaction with devices, children     10     to be mere “players” or “consumers”. They become “data subjects” that disclose information or “personal data” about themselves, both consciously and unconsciously.

8 .     1    

The best things in life are free. At least, creativity is free. Do you really want to spend $20 on popcorn and movie tickets when you can do much better things? Find out what other things you can do when your financial situation is not so good.

    2     Just have a look at the fashionable things. Window shopping can be an enjoyable way to relax.

Go for a bus adventure. Take the bus or subway. Plan a full-day trip with friends, get to your destination using cheap transportation, and you could discover all sorts of new places.

    3     Most museums have free days and give students discounts, so check out their websites before heading over.

Go for a picnic. There’s nothing like a picnic in a park with friends. Bring a huge blanket, homemade sandwiches/snacks, a ball, and have a good time under a nice, shady trees.

Host a movie night. Watching movies on DVD is a lot cheaper than going to the cinema. Invite some friends over.     4    .

Take a free class. Most yoga, dance, and art studios offer free trial classes or host walk-in days, so grab your friends and go try something new.

    5     Have all of your friends collect their old stuff, choose a proper place, and make some money selling the things. You’ll have a lot of fun, and in the end; each of you will have a little money to put into your pockets.

A．Visit the museum.

B．Go window shopping.

C．Have an old stuff sale.

D．Host huge get-togethers.

E．Search often on the websites.

F．Hang out without emptying out your wallet.

G．Pop some corn, and watch movies till you fall asleep.

9 . The door opens and you are amazed at seeing people jumping and flying around like superheroes. Calm down, you are not in a Marvel film, just a trampoline (蹦床) park.

In recent years trampolining has become a new craze among Chinese youths. Short videos are regularly uploaded to social media showing people’s excitement about jumping back and forth on the colorful trampolines. Most videos feature teenagers.    1    .

Ms Shi, a 28-year-old from Beijing, goes to trampoline parks almost every weekend. She said “When I was a child, I loved bouncing up and down on the trampolines, though they were just small and simple ones. They made me feel free and happy.     2    .”

It’s true that today’s trampoline parks are bigger, more professional and more creative.     3    . you can obviously jump, play in the inflatables (充气垫), or shoot basketballs like an NBA superstar. Also, if you're brave enough, you can learn to walk on the wall.

“Trampolining is so much fun. It doesn't feel like exercising at all.” Ms Shi said.

    4    . According to Robert Smith, a British sports therapist, “The trampoline pad is bouncy and absorbs a large amount of the impact of your landing, so your bones and joints are protected and strengthened at the same time.”

Unlike playing soccer, basketball, tennis or any other competitive sports, the risk of injury while trampolining is relatively low.     5    . “You must do warm-up exercises before playing. And you can't lose concentration during the movements,” Peter Cheng, a die-hard trampoline fan, who also owns a trampoline park, warned.

While outdoor activities are largely up to the weather, the indoor trampoline parks are really good places to go whenever you are seeking a fun cardio workout (有氧运动).

A．Nowadays the places are much better.

B．It is a fun activity to share with friends.

C．There are separate zones for different functions.

D．However, preparation and safety always come first.

E．Specially designed clothes are needed when you trampoline.

F．Indeed, a trampoline workout can be beneficial to your health.

G．Adults too have jumped on the trend, hoping to relive their childhood.

10 . The largest and most popular Environmental Education programs are the Summer Nature Camps. The Summer Nature Camps provide children aged 5 — 13 with a full day nature experience. Our small groups allow campers to take daily field trips to the parks and sanctuaries (鸟兽保护区) of Brookline.

Camp	Age	Date	Fee
Little Acorns	5 — 6 yrs	7/6—7/16	$585
Sprouts	7 — 8 yrs	7/19—7/30	$650.
Junior Rangers	9 — 10 yrs	8/2—8/13	$680
Adventurers	11 — 13 yrs	8/16—8/20	$350

Little Acorns (8:30 AM — 3:00 PM)

As a little acorn, your young nature lover will have the opportunity to visit and explore Brookline's parks and sanctuaries in this unique camp. We will focus on local wildlife and plants, discovering the mysteries of the natural world through interactive lessons, stories, games, ars&crafls , hands-on exploration and nature walks.

Sprouts (8: 30 AM — 3:00 PM)

This older group of naturalists will explore Brookline, focusing on the naive plant life and varied habitats found in our natural areas. Campers will join in the harvesting of our community garden. Each day will feature a different theme and new location for campers to enjoy.

Junior Rangers (8: 30 AM — 3: 00 PM)

Campers at this unique camp will experience nature based learning in the outdoors as they work towards earning a Junior Ranger medal. While visiting Brookline's parks and sanctuaries, campers will explore the outdoors with themes and activities including: fishing, team-building, orienteering, conservation and more!

Adventurers (8:30 AM — 3: 00 PM)

Our oldest group of naturalists will expand their knowledge and skill set as they experience nature through adventure! Daily local field trips will strengthen our themes of outdoor skills, team- building, fishing, and more. Our week together will end in a local overnight camping trip! This program emphasizes hands-on, filed-based, experiential learning and aims to develop the learn spirit.

1. How much will a camper of the youngest group pay?

A．$585.

B．$650.

C．$680.

D．$350.

2. When does the medal awarding camp begin?

A．July 6th.

B．July 19th.

C．August 2nd.

D．August 16th.

3. Which camp will arrange for campers to spend the night together?

A．Little Acorns

B．Sprouts

C．Junior Rangers

D．Adventurers