1 . Best Movies to Watch with Your Dad

The Lion King

The lovely film The Lion King, a Disney cartoon classic, has won the hearts of audiences of all ages. The story of a young lion prince, who will one day become king, is told in this moving film. The Lion King teaches about the certain circle of life and the journey from child to man that is full of bravery, kindness and love. The music and unforgettable sights and characters make this movie so special.

Daddy Day Care

The humorous movie Daddy Day Care follows the experiences of two fathers who find themselves opening a daycare center after losing their jobs. Murphy’s attractive and lively performance makes the audience laugh. The pair learn the pleasure and benefits of building relationships with the kids in their center as they discuss the difficulties of running a daycare service.

Father of the Bride

The interesting film Father of the Bride gives audiences different feelings as they experience the disorder and joy that occur when a father’s world is turned upside down by his daughter’s coming wedding. Martin’s excellent performance in the film makes the story both funny and moving. The story cleverly shows a parent’s understandable worry and emotional journey as he faces the reality of their daughter growing up and beginning a new life.

Cheaper by the Dozen

The funny movie Cheaper by the Dozen, starring the gifted Steve Martin as college football coach Tom Baker, tells his life as a parent doing his job and raising his twelve kids. The film skillfully examines the difficulties, rewards, and unexpected experiences that happen in a home where there is a lot of love and variety. Cheaper by the Dozen will make you think about the value of family.

1. What can be learned from The Lion King?

A．The growth of kids.	B．The life of wild animals.
C．The pleasure of visiting Disneyland.	D．The friendship between animals and humans.

2. What do Daddy Day Care and Cheaper by the Dozen have in common?

A．They both express deep love of father.	B．They praise the spirit of working hard.
C．The main roles’ jobs are related to kids.	D．The main roles stress the value of family.

3. Which movie shows the up-and-down feelings of the father?

A．The Lion King.	B．Daddy Day Care.
C．Father of the Bride.	D．Cheaper by the Dozen.

2 . 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。

The     1     (origin) musical, Titanic, opened on Broadway in 1997 and won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. In February 2002, my school re-made the show and I played one of the     2     (victim) .

The musical was horrible, according to my parents. Not for lack of talent, of course. Rather, it was sort of depressing watching a group of children repeat the horrible event.

We had a special stage that could rise on one side     3     (make) it seem like the sinking ship while dramatic music was played in the background. In many a rehearsal (排练), we practiced rolling down it to the “sea”. The-best part was the end of the show, in     4    all of us who died sang a sad song from our watery grave (坟墓). We were not the lucky ones.

I remember myself really     5     (try) to get into the part. We were not playing fictional characters. This musical     6     (base) on the lives of real people. We were acting out their personal lives, hopes, dreams     7    deaths. It was     8     (particular) horrible.

In a school newsletter in May 2002, one student conveyed how he     9     (feel) at the end of the play: “Usually when     10     play is over, I say goodbye to my friends. In this play, I said goodbye to everyone, as we became so close in our sailing on the Titanic.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does Tom like watching the TV series Heartland?

A．Due to the peaceful lifestyle.

B．Because of the touching plots.

C．Owing to the exciting story.

2. What does Tom think of his grandparents’ life?

A．It’s tough.

B．It’s boring.

C．It’s simple.

3. What does the man recommend the woman do?

A．Eat safe and health y food.

B．Experience a different life.

C．Keep some animals and plants.

4 . The groundbreaking Shaoxing Opera adaptation, New Dragon Gate Inn, captures the interest of a new generation and brings the ancient art form for contemporary lifestyles back to life.

Unlike the traditional framed stage, the theater is designed as an inn, with the audience becoming guests. They sit close to the performers, engaging with them, and immersing themselves in a unique and fascinating viewing experience. “This places new demands on our performers,” said Xu Yena, who acts in the show as the A cast of Jin Xiangyu, the landlady of the inn. “We need to abandon many of the stylized movements from traditional Shaoxing Opera and learn from drama and film performances, adopting a more natural, authentic, and subtle acting style.”

Upon leaving the theater, these audience members feel a sense of satisfaction that prompts them to willingly share short clips of the performance online. The fragmented (零碎的) content of performance has generated many streams and clicks, leading to high demand for show tickets, especially among young audiences. “Now, the ticket competition has become fierce and only those with fast internet access can get them,” said Chen Lijun, who plays the important supporting role of Jia Ting.

As both Xiaobaihua (a Shaoxing Opera troupe (剧团)) and Japan’s renowned Takarazuka Revue are all-female troupes, some internet users have drawn parallels between the two, likening Chen to “China’s Amami Yuki”, a former acclaimed male-role actress in the Japanese troupe.

In response, Chen said, “All good performances are worth learning from. Our two troupes share many similarities, but there are also fundamental differences, rooted in the cultural heritage of our respective theatrical traditions.”

A report by Xinhua News Agency states that Generation Z makes up 74 percent of consumers of guochao goods or China-chic goods last year. As a cultural product, New Dragon Gate Inn has successfully won the hearts of the young generation due to the contemporary nature of the show.

“Shaoxing Opera once borrowed and learned from Peking Opera and Kunqu Opera. Today, we draw inspiration from a broader range of artistic forms and expression techniques,” Xu said.

“New Dragon Gate Inn has successfully drawn many nontraditional theatergoers, particularly young people. Seeking novelty has always been what Shaoxing Opera has been doing.”

1. Who became a new challenge for the performers while they were acting in Shaoxing Opera?

A．The internet users making comparison online.

B．The other troupe performing more natural and authentic.

C．The audience positioned right next to the performers.

D．The guests immersing themselves on the central stage.

2. How did Chen respond to her nickname “China’s Amami Yuki”?

A．By joyfully accepting it.	B．By objectively clarifying it.
C．By politely denying it.	D．By respectfully using it.

3. According to Xu Yena, Shaoxing Opera has made a positive step in regaining its popularity, mainly depending on__________.

A．Adaptation and advertisement.	B．Specially designed theater.
C．Actresses’ popularity online.	D．Integration and innovation.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．Generation Z Dominates The Market of Guocao.

B．New Dragon Gate Inn Returns to Live Stage.

C．Shaoxing Opera’s Modern Twist Wows Youth.

D．Nontraditional Theatergoers Flood into Theater.

5 . Skip the West End and discover some exciting, theatrical treasures—maybe in a pub or under a railway station—in one of London’s many alternative theatres. If you want to experience the glorious rush of discovering a five-star show in a 50-capacity auditorium, for a £ 10 ticket, off-West End is the way to go.

Theatre 503

Through the always-buzzing Latchmere Pub, up a very narrow staircase, and beyond a dinky foyer(门厅), you will find yourself at Theatre 503. It can hold 63 people at a time, which is a tight squeeze even then. But it’ s well worth the intimacy(亲密感) that you’ll necessarily share with your neighbour for the outstanding productions.

King’s Head Theatre

Perhaps the perfect example of London pub theatre, the King’s Head has been in business since the 1970s. The King’s Head is consistent only in its stubborn refusal to be pigeonholed or, indeed to be made into anything else. It feels like London theatre’s uncle who still wears ripped jeans and listens to cool music, refusing to give up its idealistic integrity for something perhaps more sensible but far less fun.

Soho Theatre

An institution that hardly needs introducing, Soho Theatre has been at the forefront for new writing and comedy for decades, producing some of the most exciting new talent on the scene today. As the name suggests, the theatre sits in the centre of Soho, and its bar has become a hub for artists and audiences alike.

Vaults Theatre

A truly unique place made up of eleven disused train tunnels below Waterloo station, with an atmosphere all of its own. Not only is Vaults Theatre home to some of the most thrilling immersive and alternative theatre, it’s also leading the way in accessibility, offering a pay-what-you-can ticket price on Wednesdays and Sundays as of Autumn 2022.

1. What is mentioned about Theatre 503?

A．Its creator.

B．Its history.

C．Its capacity.

D．Its popularity.

2. What does King’s Head Theatre feature?

A．Keeping itself.	B．Reasonable price.
C．Being more sensible.	D．Beauty in appearance.

3. Which of the following made use of abandoned railways?

A．Theatre 503.	B．King’s Head Theatre.
C．Soho Theatre.	D．Vaults Theatre.

6 . Long Island’s local theaters have long pulled from Broadway’s talent pool, providing unique opportunities to see incredible performances. The Long Island theatre culture sets the stage for new works and classic theaters. We’ve rounded up the best spots for you.

The Suffolk Theater

The Suffolk Theater brings a broad range of artists to its stage from Country to Comedy and Classical. Their shows for the holiday season include Top of the World: A Carpenters Christmas on December 2, WLNG’s Rockabilly Christmas! on December 9, Rockapella Christmas on December 11 and The Suffolk 54 New Years Eve! on December 31.

John W. Engeman Theater

The John W. Engeman Theater is a year-round professional theater that casts its actors directly from the Broadway talent pool. This holiday season, their main stage show is the beloved tale, A Christmas Story. Their winter children’s shows include Frosty from November 26 to December 31 and Frozen Jr. from February 4 to March 5.

Studio Theatre Long Island

Studio Theatre Long Island is one of Long Island’s oldest theaters. It is putting on a production of Scrooge the Musical running through December 18 for their main stage performance and Frosty and His Puppet Pals, from November 26 to December 31 for their children’s theatre performance.

ThinkBIG! Theater Arts

ThinkBIG! is a non-profit theater arts company offering community and school programs and performances for young audiences. This holiday season, their fall acting classes are taking place at Gigi’s Playhouse in Patchogue. And their traveling’ trunk show is Long Island’s only interactive children’s show where kids from the audience star in the show!

1. When will WLNG’s Rockabilly Christmas be on?

A．On December 2.	B．On December 9.
C．On December 11.	D．On December 31.

2. Where can kids from the audience star in a show?

A．The Suffolk Theater.	B．John W. Engeman Theater.
C．Studio Theatre Long Island.	D．ThinkBIG! Theater Arts.

3. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To educate.

B．To argue.

C．To introduce.

D．To persuade.

7 . Screenwriting Camp for Teens

At New York Film Academy’s 4-week screenwriting camp for teens, students learn how to write their own screenplays.

This hands-on camp is structured to benefit students of any experience level. Students spend an average of 24 hours per week in class, and 8 to 16 hours per week in writing labs. In all locations, students have the opportunity to write and shoot a group project. Students are required to do a significant amount of writing in the evenings and on weekends to complete the written assignments of this camp.

Screenwriting Summer Camp Classes

To get a sense of what students will learn in the screenwriting camp, here are some screenwriting courses they will take.

● Story Generation: This is a first-week class in which students present a variety of film ideas and choose one to write for the rest of the course.

● Screenplay Analysis: This class looks at the complexities of feature-length screenwriting.

● Film Craft(技术) : In this course students learn about the elements of the feature film.

● Production Workshop: Students expand their understanding of the visual components of a screen story by shooting their own short scene.

Camp Information

Classes are held at the Film Academy’s New York City (NYC), Los Angeles(LA), and South Beach campuses.

Tuition Fees: $4,525

Start Dates for Our Locations: Jun 25, 2023-Jul 22, 2023

If you need assistance, please contact us immediately at summerprograms@nyfa.edu or call us at 212-674-4300 (NYC), 818-333-3558(LA), or 305-534-6009(South Beach) so we can assist you. For more information about all other camp locations, please contact 212-966-3488.

1. What will students do in the 4-week camp?

A．Study in class for about 48 hours.	B．Do their homework in writing labs.
C．Learn to write for 16 hours on weekends.	D．Get some experience of screenwriting.

2. Which course allows students to learn about the feature film?

A．Film Craft.	B．Story Generation.
C．Screenplay Analysis.	D．Production Workshop.

3. Which number should you call if you want to learn more about the NYC camp?

A．212-674-4300.	B．818-333-3558.
C．305-534-6009.	D．212-966-3488.

8 . 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。

Thirteen years ago, James Cameron's science fiction Avatar entered the Chinese movie market, creating a 3D, giant screen age. Its long-awaited sequel(续集) The Way of Water is set to greet audiences in China on Dec 16.

The main characters of the sequel are Jake Sully and Neytiri,     1     live on the planet of Pandora with their several     2    (child). A familiar threat(威胁) returns and shows up     3    (frequent), which forces Jake Sully to lead the army to protect their planet through thick and thin. The movie will come out in various formats,     4    (include) 3D, IMAX, 4K and so on, and 160 different languages, aimed     5    (create) a wonderful experience.

Since the pandemic(疫情) broke     6     in 2019, China's movie market     7    (struggle) for a shortage of quality blockbusters(大片), making the Avatar sequel     8     big hope for many insiders near the end of this year. Will it be an equally     9    (success) blockbuster? Let's wait     10     see.

9 . 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。

Ambassadors and counselors     1     eight embassies in Beijing watched the Chinese dance drama, Poetic Dance: The Journey of a Legendary Landscape Painting, at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Aug 13 and 14. The dance drama,     2     first show was at the same venue a year ago and     3     (become) one of the most successful dance dramas in China so far, was directed by Zhou Liya and Han Zhen, both from the China Oriental Performing Arts Group.     4     (perform) by dancers of the Beijing-based company, the dance drama     5     (inspire) by the classic Chinese painting, A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains, by the artist Wang Ximeng during the Song Dynasty. It is     6     (universe) acknowledged to be one of     7     (significant) works in the history of Chinese fine art history. The 11-meter-long scroll painting is a     8     (fantasy) record of people’s lives and the natural scenery of that time,     9     (mix) realism with creative imagination. “    10     we want to display in the two-hour-long dance drama is the beauty of the painting and China’s landscape,” the creative team said.

10 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

The film, Red Chili stars actresses Lyu Liping and He Xinyuan as well as actor Wang Naixun. The theatrical release    1    (come) to an end in a cinema in Beijing's Chaoyang district last Wednesday, It tells a story about how two left-behind teenagers, a sister and broth-er, living in a remote village deep in the mountainous areas of Hubei province earn money by selling red chilies during a summer holiday. Their aim is to purchase a smart phone     2    (have) a video call with their parents who work in a big city far from their home village.

To make the dream of buying the phone     3    reality, the teenagers have to first buy the chili harvest from fellow villagers and then trek across hills and rivers,     4    (shoulder)the heavy load of the chilies, in order to arrive at a bustling market in a town    5     they can sell the chilies at a higher price. Being the middlemen     6     (challenge) both of the youngsters for long. But they deal with many troubles during the journey.

    7    (direct) by Li Junlin, a graduate from Beijing Film Academy, it shows the youngsters’     8     (clever) as they deal with adults from different backgrounds.

Li says that he hopes the film can draw the public's attention to the     9     (spirit) world of young ones and inspire them to care more     10     left-behind children.