1. What can’t the speakers agree on?
| A．When to watch TV. |
| B．What they are going to do. |
| C．What program they are going to watch on TV. |
| A．The game is the most important of the season. |
| B．He wants to see his favorite players. |
| C．The game is over today. |
| A．Watch the game together. |
| B．Go to the cinema together. |
| C．Do different things separately. |
2 . What’s for 2022 the UK theme parks? To give you a helping hand we’ve highlighted some of the best new rides, parks and attractions not to miss on your radar.
Alton Towers
Alton Towers has announced several new attractions in CBeebies Land will open in spring 2022.
There will be a new Hey Duggee themed play and adventure land for kids complete with appearances from Hey Duggee himself, a brand new JoJo & Gran Gran At Home attraction with fun activities, and a brand new interactive show, Andy’s Adventures Dinosaur Dig, where families can discover plenty of prehistoric sights and sounds in the immersive experience.
Legoland
Legoland has announced a brand new attraction for 2022 which is sure to be a hit with kids who can’t get enough of building Lego creations. ‘The Brick’ will open in spring 2022 and will offer hundreds of thousands of Lego bricks for families to play with. Last year the resort also opened a huge new land inspired by mythical creatures complete with new rides and the UK’s first flying theatre ride.
Thorpe Park
Although no new rides are scheduled for 2022, the resort is currently in a public consultation period following a proposal for a new rollercoaster which would be tipped to become the tallest rollercoaster in the UK.
Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World is going all out for 2022 as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. Expect dazzling shows, iconic landmarks such as Cinderella Castle being transformed into a one of four Beacons of Light, and 50 golden statues celebrating iconic characters.
1. How many new attractions will be open in CBeebies Land?| A．Two. | B．Three. | C．Four. | D．Five. |
| A．It has the tallest rollercoaster in the UK. |
| B．It doesn’t have any new rides for 2022. |
| C．It submitted plans for children’s rides. |
| D．It is under construction of a rollercoaster. |
| A．Alton Towers | B．Legoland. | C．Thorpe Park. | D．Walt Disney World. |
3 . Coachella Music & Arts Festival
Is there really anything we could tell you about Coachella that you don’t already know? It’s a great big melting pot of fashion, A-list music, giant art structures and super exciting moments. This festival is definitely one of the top festivals.
When & where: 15th~17th & 22nd~24th April, 2022; Indio, California, USA
Montreux Jazz Festival
Montreux Jazz Festival is held every year since 1967. There is no older festival than this in Montreux. What’s more, few others anywhere in the world have such impressive previous performers, from Miles Davis, B. B. King and Nina Simone through to David Bowie, Bob Dylan and Queen. To this day the Lake Geneva shoreline is a center for creative talents from across the globe, performing in venues throughout the Swiss city.
When & where: 10th~15th July, 2022; Montreux, Switzerland
Snowbombing
If skiing by day and dancing by night is your thing, there are plenty of snow sports festival options in Europe, but none with quite the same clout(影响力) as Snowbombing. Outdoor and indoor venues host the most impressively A-list lineup you’ll find on the slopes, and the crowd may wear everything from bright pink snowsuits to group-coordinated fancy dress.
When & where; 4th~9th April, 2022; Mayrhofen, Austria
Creamfields
The flagship festival of the iconic Cream brand, which became famous through its famous Liverpool club nights back in the 1990s, Creamfields is the UK’s premier electronic music weekend. Attracting over 70,000 people and over 300 of the world’s hottest dance acts performing across 30 stages over the four-day weekend, its lineups are as diverse as they are top-tier(顶层的).
When & where: 26th~29th August, 2022; Daresbury, UK
1. When can you attend a jazz festival?| A．On 23rd April, 2022. | B．On 12th July, 2022. |
| C．On 8th April.2022. | D．On 27th August, 2022. |
| A．Dance at night. | B．Admire art structures. |
| C．Enjoy B. B. King’s music. | D．Join in electronic music performances. |
| A．A-list performers. | B．Festival organizers. |
| C．Fashion designers. | D．Entertainment seekers. |
Shanghai Disneyland, Zhejiang's Hello Kitty Park and Dalian Discoveryland Theme Park are on the list,
China now has 300 theme parks or so nationwide. However, modern entertainment
But the industry is not
1. When will the event end?
| A．In January. | B．In March. | C．In February. |
| A．A flower show. |
| B．A fancy dress competition. |
| C．An ice sculpture exhibition. |
| A．6. | B．4. | C．2 |
| A．Beside the entrance. |
| B．At the corner of the site. |
| C．Next to the amusement rides. |
6 . Things to do on a wet and windy day
When the sun is shining, we have fun at Woolacombe Beach. But sometimes it’s wet and windy and we must change our plans.
We have so many all-weather things to do for you and your family. We're a top destination, come rain or shine, so your holiday will never be ruined if the heavens do open!
The Red Barn
Our legendary surfer bar-grill, sitting in the heart of our seaside village. Dog-friendly, family-friendly, biker-friendly, granny-friendly. An amazing pub for lunch with the whole gang. Great for couples, as well as boys’ or girls’ nights out.
Body Board
If it's already wet, you may as well pop on a wetsuit! Our amazing surfing simulator（模拟器）is waiting for you at Golden Coast. The Wavesurfer creates an artificial wave that anyone can board on, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer. Check out the Woolacombe Wave Web page for more information, and you’ll see why we love this part of the world so much.
Stay on Park
When you stay with us, you get to use the facilities on all four of our Devon Holiday Parks. We have everything from Segways to Amusements, Adventure Golf to Zorbing. We have WaterWalkerz, Bungee Trampolines（蹦床）and so much more. If it’s a wet and windy day, you won't be bored. There’s too much to fit here!
Eateries
From our famous cream teas to our local ice creams, we have a wide range of pubs, bars, grills and other eateries in North Devon. If there’s something we do very well and are proud of, then it’s good quality food-fish, chips, cakes, curry, nachos, etc. We have it all.
1. What do the four projects have in common?| A．They make your clothes wet. | B．They are pet-friendly. |
| C．They can be enjoyed in bad weather. | D．They offer accommodation. |
| A．Look through its brochure. | B．Visit its website. |
| C．Make a call in person. | D．Go there and experience it yourself. |
| A．The quality. | B．The popularity. | C．The low price. | D．The wide variety. |
7 . HARRY POTTER AND THE FORBIDDEN JOURNEY
Universal Studio Resort
Make your way through the classrooms and corridors of Hogwarts. Then rocket above the castle grounds on a groundbreaking new ride that lets you join Harry Potter and his friends on an unforgettably thrilling adventure.
Our goal is to ensure that everyone is able to make well informed decisions about their ability to safely, comfortably, and conveniently experience each of our attractions.
1. CAUTION:
This ride imitates dramatic aerobatics and includes sudden acceleration, stopping, turning, climbing, and dropping.
Failure to follow posted guidelines may result in serious injury or expulsion (驱逐) from the park.
● Attraction is not allowed for Guests with a history of heart conditions or abnormal blood pressure.
● Attraction is not allowed for Guests with back, neck, or similar physical conditions.
● Expectant mothers are not allowed on this attraction.
● Attraction is not recommended for Guests easily influenced to motion sickness or dizziness.
● Attraction is not recommended for Guests who have fear of enclosed spaces.
● Attraction is not allowed for Guests with recent surgery or other conditions that may be worsened by this ride.
● Prosthetic limbs (义肢) must be secured to prevent hazards or loss due to ride forces. Please see an attendant for assistance.
● Guests under 122cm may not ride.
● Weight not to exceed 136 kg.
● This attraction cannot accommodate guide dogs. A portable pet cage is available upon request.
2. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY:
● Remain seated with your head firmly against the headrest.
● Keep hands and feet inside the vehicle.
● Hold onto shoulder restraints at all times.
● No Photography or Video Recording.
● Maximum capacity 4 persons.
● Keep safely all loose articles (phones, hats, glasses, video-recording equipment, cameras, wallets, keys, etc.) in the lockers provided or leave with a non-rider.
● No eating, drinking, or smoking.
1. In the passage, the underlined word aerobatics is closest in meaning to “________”.| A．violent movements | B．plunging activities |
| C．increasing rides | D．rapid actions |
| A．Guests must keep cameras inside their pockets or bags. |
| B．Children who are under a certain age are not allowed on this ride. |
| C．People with prosthetic limbs should remove them before the ride so as not to lose them. |
| D．People with visual sickness need to keep their guide dogs with them all the way through the ride. |
| A．Guest Services | B．About Us | C．Things to Do | D．Plan Your Visit |
8 . It is generally accepted that blind people are limited when it comes to enjoying beautiful things around them. This month the Utrecht Central Museum in the Netherlands offered an unusual art exhibition called The Blind Spot. This exhibition was accessible to the visually disabled. Sighted visitors are encouraged to wear a blindfold on their eyes as they experience the artworks. This exhibition excited the other senses other than the visual sense. Visitors could look at artworks as expected. Besides, they could also touch and smell them. The show was designed to provide a better experience for museumgoers with poor eyesight.
The Blind Spot recreated existing famous paintings, but with extra dimensions, such as sound and smell. Visitors could even get a “feel” for the art, which included touchable elements.
Visitor Farid el Manssouri seemed to enjoy his experience. He smiled as he moved his hands over cheese, grapes and bread，part of the representation of a famous 1610 painting by Floris van Dvck. “The first thing that struck me was the smell. I could really smell the fragrant cheese, and I touched it too.” Manssouri said. Manssouri wondered how the food did not fall from its unbalanced position. “That was really surprising to feel... I guess it was glued on pretty well,” Manssouri said.
Artist Jasper Udink ten Cate and designer Jeroen Prins created The Blind Spot. They said they were inspired by an experience they shared with a blind visitor at an art show one year ago. “One day, somebody who could not see was there. At the place we served food out of this work, and we helped her touch the artwork. She was blind and she had a lot of feelings. She was touched. So we bad the realization, ‘Wow, we have something.’ That moment was the starting point to actually create this exhibition.” ten Cate said.
The museum's head Steffie Maas said The Blind Spot was an impressive experiment on the way to more such improvements.
1. What are visitors with normal vision encouraged to wear to experience the artworks?| A．Gloves. | B．Signs. | C．Eye covers. | D．Face masks. |
| A．Only blind visitors were allowed in. | B．The exhibits could be heard or smelled. |
| C．Original famous paintings were on show. | D．The artworks were copies of famous paintings. |
| A．A famous 1610 painting. | B．A blind visitor's recommendation. |
| C．Realization of more sense dimensions. | D．A previous experience with a blind visitor. |
| A．Favorable. | B．Skeptical. | C．Negative. | D．Ambiguous. |
9 . Yunnan is rich in hot spring resources and its hot springs are ranked as first level in China. You can enjoy different kinds of hot springs based on their functions. You can add milk, red wine, rose flowers, or traditional Chinese medicine into the hot springs. Several famous spots are as follows.
Jinfang Forest Hot Spring
In the morning, your driver will pick you up from the hotel, and then head for Anning City. You will have a relaxing day in Jinfang Forest Hot Spring just like in Mile hot spring. There are many kinds of spa pools in the forest, and you can wander in the forest and try different kinds of pools. It will be a totally healing tour for you. In the late afternoon, transfer back to your hotel in Kunming. Service ends.
Jiuqitai Hot Spring
Eryuan County is known as the Town of Hot Springs, of which Jiuqitai Hot Spring enjoys a good reputation. It is very popular among women since this one is especially nourishing the skin. The water of Jiuqitai Hot Spring is over 66°C，entitled as the Natural Hospital with the function of treating rheumatism (风湿病). It is a popular activity for women nearby to take bath here around the beginning of summer.
Rehai Hot Spring
Tengchong Rehai Hot Spring Scenic Area is located in Qingshui Township, southwest of Tengchong County. There exist more than 80 hot springs, offering the water over 90°C. You can see the hot springs boiling everywhere, making the scenic area foggy. It provides soft water in rather high temperature and salinity (盐度)，which is advantageous to the health. It is the best place for geothermal (地热的) therapy in China.
1. What is special about Yunnan's hot springs?| A．They are surrounded by flowers. |
| B．They provide free milk for visitors. |
| C．They are ranked as first level in China. |
| D．They are boiled with traditional Chinese medicine. |
| A．Mile Hot Spring. | B．Jinfang Forest Hot Spring. |
| C．Jiuqitai Hot Spring. | D．Rehai Hot Spring. |
| A．It has many spa pools. | B．It is located in forests. |
| C．It is only available in summer. | D．Its spring water often boils. |
The Coming Series | |
 Express Yourself! The Art of Cartooning Time: Thursday, January 6, 18: 30 Welcome to the first event in our new series, Express Yourself! We will explore many forms of personal self - expression and discuss how and why people create things and have hobbies. Join William Denham, an American diplomat stationed in Shanghai. Outside of the office, Will's main artistic hobby is drawing cartoons. His cartoons have been displayed in two shows in Shanghai. He will discuss his hobby, what it means to him, and help take participants on their own cartooning journey. This entertaining and interactive event is open to all - including those with no drawing or cartooning experience. Be sure to bring your favorite pen or pencil, a notepad or sketchpad, and a creative attitude. |  Breaking Barriers: The NHL's Trallblnzer Willie O'ree Time; Wednesday, January 12, 18: 30 Join us to watch and discuss the award - wining documentary, Willie, inspired by the story of Willie O'ree who, in 1958, became the first black player in the National Hockey League (NHL). Willie tells the story of an extraordinary life and triumph over adversity. It also examines larger issues such as race, equality, inclusion, community, and so on, Through goal setting. hard work, and perseverance, Willie overcame many barriers and paved the path for talented hockey players, regardless of race, to play at the highest level. Please register to learn about this groundbreaking sports time. |
 American Short Fiction: Writing Our Storles x The Yellow Wallpaper Time: Tuesday, February 15, 18: 30 Quick to read and easily shared, the short story is said to be the literature of our times. We invite you on a journey to get to know some of the best short stories in American literature. The Yellow Wallpaper, by American author Charlotte Perkins (Stetson) Gilman, was first published in 1892 but persists in American culture as a literary touchstone. While it is a horror story on its surface, a careful reading reveals deeper themes of gender equality and the importance of self - expression. And in this time of global situation, it reemerges as a study on the effects of isolation. Join American diplomat Peter Fasnacht to discuss these themes and their connections to American society. Please read the story ahead of the talk. You can find the story here. | |
* Online registration is capped at 40 for each event. RSVP : http: //shpas012121.wanshe.cn
* The discussion will be conducted in English.
1. Which of the following is NOT true about the first event?| A．William Denham will share his artistic hobby with the participants |
| B．The participants will explore various forms of personal self - expression |
| C．Drawing or cartooning experience isn't a must for the participants |
| D．The participants will be provided with essential drawing tools. |
| A．The story of Willie O'ree is neither inspiring nor entertaining. |
| B．The Yellow Wallpaper tells a horrible story revealing global emergency |
| C．Those who haven't registered online are also welcome to the events |
| D．Applicants had better have a good command of English. |
| A．Arts and literature | B．Books and films |
| C．Entertainment and interaction | D．Heroes and achievements |
