An amazing 7-night / 8-day belly dancing (肚皮舞) course is set in Istanbul, Turkey, beginning on the first or the fifteenth of every month. Professional Turkish dancers will give the dance classes. Only $707.00 per person.
Day 1 |
After arriving in the afternoon, you will be met at the Istanbul airport and taken to our beautiful hotel. After that, you will meet our teachers in the evening along with your guides and the rest of the group. At night we will celebrate your arrival with a welcome dinner in a traditional restaurant. |
Day 2 |
After breakfast you will have your first belly dancing class (2 hours). In the evening you can relax and prepare for your next day’s classes. |
Day 3 |
After breakfast you will enjoy your second belly dancing class (2 hours) and the first rhythm (韵律) class (1 hour). In the afternoon you will experience a new style of rhythm and you will be taught the famous Turkish rhythm during another rhythm class (1 hour). |
Day 4 |
In the morning you will have a belly dancing class (2 hours) and a rhythm class (1 hour). |
Day 5 |
You will enjoy breakfast as usual at the hotel. After lunch you will enjoy 2 hours of belly dancing and Turkish folk dancing both performed by local dancers. |
Day 6 |
After breakfast you will have another two classes — a belly dancing class (2 hours) and a rhythm class (1 hour). |
Day 7 |
This is a big day and after your free time during the day, you are welcome to take part in the performance for the tourists in the evening. And experts will also give you some advice. |
Day 8 |
After breakfast, you will be taken to the airport for your flight back home. |
For more information, please call 0330-333-6737.
Which of the following is TRUE about the classes?
A.There are belly dancing classes of 6 hours and rhythm classes of 3 hours. |
B.There are belly dancing classes of 7 hours and rhythm classes of 4 hours. |
C.There are belly dancing classes of 8 hours and rhythm classes of 4 hours. |
D.There are belly dancing classes of 10 hours and rhythm classes of 6 hours. |
What will the students do on the last evening?
A.Have a chance to go on stage. |
B.Enjoy the performance given by expert dancers. |
C.Have the dancing class and the rhythm class for the last time. |
D.Enjoy a wonderful good-bye dinner in an old traditional restaurant. |
The students have the same classes on .
A.the 1st and the 3rd day | B.the 2nd and the 5th day |
C.the 4th and the 6th day | D.the 5th and the 7th day |
The students may have a lot of free time without classes in the daytime on .
A.Day 2 | B.Day 3 |
C.Day 6 | D.Day 7 |
Which of the following can be used as the title of the passage?
A.An advertisement for belly dancing classes |
B.Where you can give belly dancing performance |
C.Difference between belly dancing and other kinds of dancing |
D.How to learn belly dancing with the help of some famous teachers |
Trip 1 Black Bear Count
There have been fires in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living. Some bears have been seen since the fires, and the Office has asked for young people to help count them. The entire trip will last three hours. Booking is necessary.
Cost: Free When: May 8
Trip 2 Garland Valley
Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a beautiful area of the Blue Mountains. Garland Valley is close to the town of Garland but is part of the National Park. Many wild animals live in this area, including many rare birds. This is a great walk for bird-lovers. The trip lasts four hours. Booking is necessary.
Cost: $ 15 When: May 8, May 15
Trip 3 Flashlight Adventure
Put on your warm clothes, bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses, and come for a night walk along the Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. Many of the animals you will see on this trip. The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see. Numbers are strictly limited on night trips, so be sure to book early. This walk lasts two and a half hours.
Cost: $ 12 When: May 8, May 15, May22
Equipment to be needed:
•Please bring enough water and food for all walks.
•Wear good walking shoes—no high heels.
•Wear a hat for day walks.
•Dress warmly for night walks.
•Children must be with an adult.
•Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks.
•Follow all instructions from guides during the walks. The mountains are a dangerous place.
Bookings:
Bookings for the above trips can be made by telephone(893-4847)or on the Internet at www. Bluemountaintour.com.
Where are these trips?
A.In a large city. |
B.In a park in the mountains |
C.In a special kind of zoo. |
D.In three different countries. |
What is the best title for the passage?
A.Adventure Travel in America |
B.Hunting around the Great Mountains |
C.Discovery Trips in the Blue Mountains |
D.Interesting Trips in the East of the USA |
Which of the following is NOT necessary for the three trips?
A.Good walking shoes. |
B.A pair of glasses. |
C.Food and water. |
D.A sleeping-bag |
Which following statement about Flashlight Adventure is NOT true according to the passage?
A.Bring your drink and lunch for this walk. |
B.Many of the animals you will see on this trip. |
C.The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see. |
D.There is no need to book early. |
This passage is probably a/ an_____.
A.news report |
B.book review |
C.travel diary |
D.advertisement |
Read the advertisements carefully. Then answer the questions that follow.
FLORLST WANTED! Are you a creative and trained florist with at least two years of experience? Then this may be just what you are hunting. The city’s leading Florist Artist Studio needs another part-time member on their wedding team. Please phone 6098 7888 now! |
WE NEED OFFICE CLRANERS! Three people are required for professional cleaning in the CBD area. Working hours from 5:00 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays. Approximately five hours per shift. A good record is necessary. Experience preferred. Phone 6345 7843 now. |
WANT TO WORK AS A DENTAL NURSE? This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified dental nurse with a confident and cheerful personality to work in the School Dental Health Schema. You must be able to get along well with children because work involves talking to group about dental health practices. For further information, visit our website at schooledntalservices@gov.sg. And fax your resume to 6234 4567. |
INTERESTED IN CHILDCARE? Qualified person or preschool teacher needed for busy childcare center, south of the river. Full-time work guaranteed. Immediate start necessary. The candidate must be able to work as a co-operative team member. Phone 6345 2345 for an interview and fax resume to 6345 2345. |
You may find the advertisements above .
A.in a store window |
B.in a school magazine |
C.in a newspaper |
D.on a company notice-board |
The position of a(n) is a part-time job.
A.florist | B.artist |
C.preschool teacher | D.dental nurse |
Which of the following is the most important for the childcare job?
A.Child food cooking skills. |
B.Childcare experience and outgoing. |
C.The ability to start work in 2 weeks. |
D.The ability to work well with other people. |
The office cleaners will be required to work about hours a week.
A.5 | B.10 | C.15 | D.20 |
Are you interested in travelling in the dangerous mountains in America? Here are some tour plans for you to choose.
Tour 1 Garland Valley
Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a beautiful area of the Blue Mountains. Garland Valley is close to the town of Garland but is part of the National Park. Many wild animals live in this area, including many rare birds. This is a great walk for bird-lovers. The trip lasts four hours. Book in advance. Cost: $ 15 When: May 8, May 15
Tour 2 Flashlight Adventure
Put on your warm clothes, bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses, and come for a night walk along the Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. Many of the animals you will see on this trip can only be seen at night. The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see. Numbers are strictly controlled on night trips, so be sure to book early. This walk lasts two and a half hours.
Cost: $ 12 When: May 8, May 15, May22
Tour 3 Black Bear Count
There have been fires in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living. Some bears have been seen since the fires, and the Office has asked for young people to help count them. The entire trip will last three hours. Remember to book in advance.
Cost: Free When: May 8
Advice to be followed:
☆Please bring enough water and food for all walks.
☆Wear good walking shoes---no high heels.
☆Wear a hat for day walks.
☆Dress warmly for night walks.
☆Children must be with an adult.
☆Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks.
☆Follow all instructions from guides during the walks. The mountains are so dangerous that you have to care.
Where are these tours likely to take place?
A.In a modern noisy city. | B.In a special kind of zoo |
C.In a park in the mountains. | D.In three different countries. |
On which trip is it possible for you to see animals that are active
at night but may sleep during the day?
A.Flashlight Adventure | B.Garland Valley. |
C.Black Bear Count | D.None of the trips. |
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A.Extra batteries are needed for Tour 1 & 3. |
B.All three tours require booking in advance. |
C.It’s clearly advised to wear a hat for Tour 2. |
D.Tour 3 will take the longest hours to finish. |
What is the best title for the passage?
A.Some Adventure Tours in America |
B.Hunting around the Great Mountains |
C.Interesting Tours in Different Parks |
D.Discovery Tours in the Mountains |
Cafe Hub
Next to the Castle lies The Hub, home of the Edinburgh International Festival and one of the most talked about spots in town. Our cafe is open every day for mouth-watering lunches, snacks and fine dining. Come in and enjoy the atmosphere of The Hub or watch the world go by from our beautiful terrace.
The Hub, Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh. Open every day from 9:30 a.m. till late.
Tel: 0131 473 2067 www.thehub-edinburgh. com
Farm World
Enjoy being "A Farmer for a Day". Join in delivering and feeding our spring babies -- bottle feeding sessions twice daily. Fun for all family. Horse Rides, BMX Bikes Cross Country Course, Tractor Ride through 600 acres, New Adventure Playground, Nature Trails. Full details on website.
Open: May—Oct Wednesdays to Saturdays and daily during school holidays 11 a. m.--5 p. m.
Tel: 01797 260256/260321 www. farmworld-rye, co. uk
Enter the Europe-wide student competition!
Are you curious, creative and energetic? Are you interested in the new media? Are you between 12 and 19 years of age? Then Join Multimedia 2006 is for you!
Your challenge will be to build a team and develop a multimedia presentation in English -- based on one of three different topics. You can register(报名) between May I and June 15, 2006 and will bare to turn in your entry before September 15, 2006.
The rewards are wonderful: £150,000 in prize for schools and teams and the chance to attend a European student camp -- plus new experiences, an opportunity to make friends throughout Europe!
For further information and registration forms go to: www. siemens, com/join _ multimedia.
You' 11 have to register first if you want ________.
A.to enter the Europe-wide student competition |
B.to try Tractor Ride through 600 acres |
C.to enjoy delicious food |
D.to watch the world go by from the beautiful terrace |
According to the passage, there will be _______ rewards for the Europe-wide student competition.
A.three | B. only one | C.two | D.four |
You can visit Farm World________.
A.at 2 p.m. at Christmas |
B.at 10:30 a.m. during school holidays |
C.on Monday in May |
D.any day in October |
From the advertisements above, we can learn that ________
A.families can enjoy Horse Rides on New Adventure Playground |
B.the Europe-wide student competition will be held on June 15, 2006 |
C.Farm World provides lunches, snacks and fine dining |
D.Cafe Hub is a popular place in the local area |
Located 40 miles northeast of San Diego, California, Valley Center has more than 27 square miles of countryside beauty and 21,000 acres of agricultural land. Along with the activities mentioned here, the Chamber of Commerce website (www.vcchamber.com) lists a large number of outings for your family to enjoy: Palomar Mountain Observatory, Lakes Wohlford, Hodges and Henshaw, Sengme Oaks Water Park, and Pala Mission.
Bates Nut Farm
15954 Woods Valley Rd.
www. batesnutfarm.biz
760-749-3333
Most people would agree that no visit to Valley Center would be complete without a stop at Bates Nut Farm. Gilbert and Beatrice Bates founded the farm in 1921.The farm has a picnic area and a large store full of nuts, candies and treats. Kids can feed farm animals, and in the fall, find pumpkins along with many fun, seasonal activities for the family. The place, which started out as a nut farm, is now home to many family-friendly events throughout the year like car shows and music festivals.
Valley Center Wellness Spa
28714 Valley Center Rd.
www.valley centerwellnessspa.com
760-751-5303
The Valley Center Wellness Spa invites you to experience some of the special spa(温泉疗养) treatments in a private environment. Spa-goers can enjoy facials and skin treatments at this spa owned by Jana Limon.
Keys Creek Lavender Farm
12460 Keys Creek Rd.
www.kclfarm.com
760-742-0523
San Diego County’s lavender (薰衣草) farm has eight acres of lavender fields. Open during harvest time—May through June—it offers lavender picking. English high teas and workshops. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.
Valley Center Western Days
28246 Lilac Rd.
www.westerndays.org
760-749-8041
Each May, the week-long series of events kicks off with the Western Days Parade, the Valley Center Stampede Rodeo, and an evening musical performance. You can enjoy the fun and meet some new friends here.
If you want to go somewhere for a picnic, you may call _______.
A.760-742-0523 | B.760-749-8041 |
C.760-749-3333 | D.760-751-5303 |
What can one do in Keys Creek Lavender Farm?
A.Pick lavender | B.Watch car shows |
C.Feed farm animals | D.Have a lavender spa |
One can enjoy live music in ______ .
A.Bates Nut Farm & Valley Center Wellness Spa |
B.Valley Center Wellness Spa & Keys Creek Lavender Farm |
C.Keys Creek Lavender Farm&Valley Center Western Days |
D.Valley Center Western Days &Bates Nut Farm |
Where can we probably find the text?
A.In a story guide | B.In a music book |
C.In a history textbook | D.In a travel magazine |
Chinese girl looking for language exchanger
Posted Feb 10, 2010 16:25 by Sophia
Tag: Seeking Language partners Guangzhou Sex: Female
Race/Ethnicity: Chinese
I am a Chinese girl in my 20’s, can speak and write in English, but I’d like to make some improvement. People always look for making it better, right?
Meanwhile, I also like to meet more friends if we really have some topics to share.
And if you are in Guangzhou or visit here, I am more than willing to show you around in my spare time.
Reply to happycora@hotmail.com or call 15015704625
Tianhe nice apartment for share
Posted Feb 24, 2010 16:47 by Vivian
Tag: Seeking roommates Guangzhou Tianhe District Up to 2000 RMB
I have a room available for rent in a shared apartment in Central Tianhe district.
The room has a big window with a nice view. The apartment itself is on the 22th floor of a new secure building on Tianhe Bei Lu, about 10 minutes walk from metro stations(地铁站) on lines 1 and 3, as well as buses and other transportation methods very close.
If you are interested, please feel free to phone me (Vivian) on 13145751201 (message preferred), or email me on vivian_liu2003@hotmail.com.
Business Interpreter/Guide
Posted Feb 26, 2010 08:46 by Sony
Tag: Business Services Guangzhou Baiyun District
Dear Foreign Friends, I am a professional interpreter(口译者), now looking for a Freelance interpreter job urgently. Please read my CV at below:
Name: Sony Song
Gender: Male
Age: 22 years old
Education: Studied English in Da Shan Foreign Language College
Birth: 9th Oct 1987, Luohe city, Henan province, China.
Ability: Speak fluent English, know Guangzhou city very well, can also guide you to Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Dongguan, Shunde, Macao, Hongkong, etc.
Contact Detail: E-mail/MSN: sonysong4@hotmail.com; cell phone: 15112015812
Looking for flat
Posted Mar 11, 2010 14:03 by Lucy
Tag: Apartments wanted Guangzhou
Hello,
This is Lucy coming from Peru and looking for a short term flat, from 15th April until 4th May 2010. If somebody can give some information, send me pictures, price and address.
Email: lucitamaron@hotmail.com; cell phone: 13800013900
Thanks a lot in advance!
If foreigner wants to learn some Chinese and make friends; he / she can call _________.
A.15015704625 | B.13800013900 |
C.13145751201 | D.15112015812 |
To share a department where the traffic is quite convenient, you may send text message to ________.
A.Sophia | B.Vivian | C.Lucy | D.Sony |
What do the four advisers have in common?
A.All of them speak both Chinese and English. |
B.All of them are in their twenties. |
C.All of them are Guangzhou citizens. |
D.All of them are hotmail users. |
The information above can be probably found_________.
A.in a magazine | B.in a newspaper |
C.at a website | D.in a guidebook |
Families come in many shapes and sizes-they can be just two people, or hundreds of aunts, uncles and cousins. Every family is different, and what makes a family is different for everyone. Families don’t even have to be related(有亲属关系的)-some families are formed by choice. For this contest, draw us a picture of your family.
Contest rules:
1. Your picture must be your very own artwork. Ideas and words should not be copied.
2. Be sure to include your name, age and full address on your picture.
3. Only one picture each person, please.
4. If you want your picture returned, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
5.Your picture must be signed(签名)or e-mailed by a parent, saying it’s your own work and that no one helped you.
6.Mailed picture must be postmarked(盖邮戳) by April 30, 2014.
7.E-mail scanned(扫描的) picture to ask@askmagkids.com, or mail to: Ask Contest, 70 East Lake St., Suite 300, Chicago, IL60601. No faxes, please.
The theme of the contest is ______.
A.robots | B.family | C.friends | D.art |
We can learn from the first rule that_______.
A.you need to write your ideas on your picture. |
B.you need to write something about yourself. |
C.your picture must be your own idea |
D.you can borrow ideas from others. |
_______ should be included on your picture.
① Age ②Name ③School
④Address ⑤Telephone number
A.①②⑤ | B.②④⑤ | C.①③④ | D.①②④ |
You can send your picture to Ask Contest________.
A.by the end of the year. |
B.by the end of April |
C.by the end of May |
D.at any time |
Which of the following is TRUE according to the material(材料)?
A.You can fax your picture to Ask Contest if you like. |
B.You can send only one picture to Ask Contest. |
C.Your parents can help you with your picture. |
D.Your mailed picture will not be returned. |
MAP ARTIST PROGRAM
Map Artist is the perfect tool for creating customized maps to include in research projects and reports. Map Artist offers endless possibilities. It has a huge collection of map styles to choose from, and they can be customized to suit your special needs. In this program, we will assume you have been asked to create a map for a social studies report.
Step 1. When you open Map Artist, a world map will be displayed. Type “USA” in the dialogue box. Click GO. A map of USA will be displayed.
Step 2. Click on the drop-down menu next to the outline map of the state. Click on the type of map you need for your report.
· OUTLINE shows only the outline shape of the state with no highways or population centers indicated.
· TOPOGRAPHIC indicates elevations(海拔)as well as the location of major cities.
· SHADED RELIEF shows only natural landforms (mountains, valleys, rivers) and national parks.
· POLITICAL shows major cities, interstates, and major highways.
· HISTORICAL recalls the oldest maps on record.
For the purposes of this program, select OUTLINE. A map showing an outline of USA will be displayed.
Step 3. Click CUSTOMIZE on the menu bar down the left side of the screen.
CUSTOMIZE allows you to place custom data on the map you have selected.
1.Click on the button next to the appropriate symbol. For practice, click on the shovel, which symbolizes archaeology.
2.Next to the word TEXT, type “The Presidio”, which is an archaeological site near San Francisco.
3.Now use your mouse to click on the spot on the map where you would like this data to be placed.
4.You can add as many sites as you wish.
Step 4. Click SAVE if you would like to save the map to a file. Later, after opening the saved document, click on the map with your right mouse button and select COPY. And then PASTE it at the location where you want the map to appear.
If your report is about Plants and Animals in New York, you may click on__________ map.
A.HISTORICAL | B.SHADED RELIEF |
C.TOPOGRAPHIC | D.POLITICAL |
Which function is required to place a specific location on a CUSTOMIZE map?
A.Clicking on GO. | B.Cutting and pasting. |
C.Clicking on the map. | D.Opening the file. |
Which of the following orders is true according to the Map Artist Program?
Tayka Hotel de Sal
Where:Tahua,Bolivia
How much:About $95 a night
Why it’s cool:You’ve stayed at hotels made of brick or wood,but salt?That’s something few can claim. Tayka Hotel de Sal is made totally of salt—including the beds (though you’ll sleep on regular mattresses(床垫) and blankets).The hotel sits on the Salar de Uyuni,a prehistoric driedup lake which is the world’s biggest salt flat. Builders use the salt from the 4,633squaremile flat to make the bricks,and glue them together with a paste (糊) of wet salt that hardens when it dries.When rain starts to dissolve the hotel,the owners just mix up more salt paste to strengthen the bricks.
Green Magic Nature Resort
Where:Vythiri,India
How much:About $240 a night
Why it’s cool:Taking a pulley(滑轮)operated lift 86 feet to your treetop room is just the start of your adventure.As you look out of your open window—there is no glass!—you watch monkeys and birds in the rain forest canopy(罩篷).Later you might test your fear of heights by crossing the handmade rope bridge to the main part of the hotel,or just sit on your bamboo bed and read.You don’t even have to come down for breakfast—the hotel will send it up on the pulleydrawn “elevator”.
Dog Bark Park Inn B&B
Where:Cottonwood,Idaho
How much:$92 a night
Why it’s cool:This doghouse isn’t just for the family pet. Sweet_Willy is a 30foottall dog with guest rooms in his belly. Climb the wooden stairs beside his hind leg to enter the door in his side.You can relax in the main bedroom,go up a few steps of the loft(阁楼) in Willy’s head,or hang out inside his nose.Although you have a full private bathroom in your quarters,there is also a toilet in the 12foottall fire hydrant(消防栓) outside.
Gamirasu Cave Hotel
Where:Ayvali,Turkey
How much:Between $130 and $475 a night
Why it’s cool:This is caveman cool!Experience what it was like 5,000 years ago,when people lived in these mountain caves formed by volcanic ash.But your stay will be much more modern.Bathrooms and electricity provide what you expect from a modern hotel,and the white volcanic ash,called tufa,keeps the rooms cool,about 65in summer.(Don’t worry—there is heat in winter.)What do we know about Tayka Hotel de Sal?
A.It is located on a prehistoric lake. |
B.It should be protected against the rain. |
C.Everything in the hotel is made of salt. |
D.You have to cross a rope bridge to the hotel. |
What is the similarity of the four hotels?
A.Being expensive. |
B.Being comfortable. |
C.Being natural. |
D.Being unique. |
What does the underlined words “Sweet Willy” refer to?
A.The name of the hotel.
B.The name of the hotel owner.
C.The building of Dog Bark Park Inn B&B.
D.The name of a pet dog of the hotel owner.Which of the hotels makes you have a feeling of living in the far past?
A.Tayka Hotel de Sal.
B.Green Magic Nature Resort.
C.Dog Bark Park Inn B&B.
D.Gamirasu Cave Hotel.
Win a Week in England
You still don’t know what to do this summer? Well, here’s your chance to win a one-week language course in Kent, England! Free4Fun and ETC(English Travel Connections) are giving away two trips to Rochester. This historic city is less than an hour’s drive from London and close to the sea resort of Herne Bay. It is also the home of one of England’s most famous writers, Charles Dickens. The town of the Rochester is in Southeast England. Charles Dickens often wrote about it in his books. His home, Gad’s Hill,is there too. A popular attraction is Rochester Castle,a large Norman fortress(堡垒). It was built in the 11th century and rebuilt during the 14th century. Other attractions are Rochester Cathedral, which was built during the 13th century, and Dickens Centre. It has got it’s name in honour of Dickens himself.
The trip to England includes:
* travel by train (via the Eurotunnel) to and from any railway station in Germany
* room and full board with a guest family for one week
* language course in small groups
* two trips to London
* large choice of sports and entertainment
* German-speaking advisors available 24 hours a day
Interested? All you have to do is to answer the following question: When was Charles Dickens born?
So, take the chance and send your answer by May1 to:
Free4Fun “Rochester”
Free4Fun, 24 Elphinstone Road, Hastings, 2FQ6VJ
Fax: 089/85-763-103
e-mail: free4fun@netlight.com
The two winners will be contacted directly before May5. They will also be announced in the June issue of Free4Fun. Good luck!
For further information contact:
Phone: (03212)144-43
Fax: (03212) 144-42
e-mail: info@etc.com
Rochester Cathedral was built in the ___________.
A.1400s | B.1300s | C.1200s | D.1100s |
What activities can you participate in during the trip?
A.Enjoying sports and entertainment. |
B.Learning the German language. |
C.Traveling by train with a guest family. |
D.Working as a language advisor. |
This advertisement was designed to target _______.
A.Italians | B.Germans |
C.Europeans | D.Americans |
Medical Center:
The staff of the Medical Center aim to provide convenient and comprehensive medical care to students and staff of the university. The center is well equipped and the staff here are trained to deal with a broad range of medical problems. Both female and male doctors as well as nursing staff are available for consultation. Also,all kinds of medicines are sold here and are cheaper for students than other drugstores.
Opening Hours:24 hours from Monday to Sunday
Phone:(412)396--6649 Fax:(412)396—6648
Diving Centre:
Our experienced instructors offer one-month courses in deep-sea diving for beginners. There are two evening lessons a week, in which you learn to breathe underwater and use the equipment safely. You only need swimming costume and towel. Reduced rates for couples.
Opening Hours:Monday and Friday:6:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m.
Phone:(412)396—6312 Fax:(412)396—6706
Riding School:
You can start horse—riding at any age. Choose private or group lessons any weekday
between 9 a.m.and 8:30 p.m.(3:30 p.m.on Saturdays). There are 10 kilometers of tracks and paths for leisurely rides across farmland and open country. You will need a riding hat.
Opening Hours:Monday through Friday:9:00 a.m.—8:30 p.m.
Phone:(412)396—6754 Fax:(412)396—6752
Sailing Club:
Our Young Sailor’s Course leads to the Stage 1 Sailing qualification. You’ll learn how to sail safely and the course also covers sailing theory and first aid. Have fun with other course members , afterwards in the clubroom. There are 10 weekly two-hour 1essons (Tuesdays 6 p.m.~8 p.m.).
Opening Hours:Tuesdays:6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Phone:(412)396—6644 Fax:(412)396—6644
Watersports Club:
We use a two-kilometer length of river for speedboat racing, and water-skiing, A beginners’ course consists of ten 20-minute lessons. You will learn to handle boats safely and confidently, but must be able to swim. The club is in a convenient central position and is open daily from 9 a.m to 4 p.m,with lessons all through the day.
Opening Hours:Monday through Friday:9:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Phone: (412)396—6899 Fax396—6890
If you want to swim and enjoy activities which are fast and a bit dangerous, you should join ________ .
A.Diving Centre | B.Riding School |
C.Sailing Club | D.Watersports Club |
If you want to experience a new activity in the countryside in the mornings,you may fax ________.
A.(412)396—6648 | B.(412)396—6752 |
C.(412)396—6876 | D.(412)396—6706 |
If you are planning to explore the ocean depths, you should attend your lessons at ______ .
A.Monday through Friday:7:00 a.m.—10:00 p.m. |
B.24 hours from Monday to Sunday |
C.Monday and Friday:6:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m. |
D.Tuesdays:6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. |
Which is NOT the convenience that the Medical Center provides?
A.Nursery for newly-born babies. |
B.Well trained staff members. |
C.Good equipment. |
D.Various less expensive medicines. |
Whatsonstage.com is the UK’s biggest and best online guide to the performing arts including theatre, opera, classical music, dance and so on.
◆The Lion King
Musical: The stage adaptation of the Disney film taken from an original African story. A young lion grows up and learns that taking over the pride requires wisdom and maturity(成熟).
Place: Lyceum Theatre, Wellington Street, London
Telephone: 0870 243 9000
Date: Friday, 18 Nov. 2013
Ticket price:£37.5
◆Oliver
Musical: Dickens’ story of a boy in a London workhouse and his adventures on the way to discovering his family. The songs include Food glorious food, You’ve got to pick a pocket or two,Who will buy this wonderful morning,I am reviewing the situation and Consider yourself at home.
Place: Theatre Royal, Catherine Street, London
Telephone: 020 7494 5061
Date: Thursday, 17 Nov. 2013
Ticket price: £25 but now save 20%
◆Jersey Boys
Musical: It tells the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons: the blue-collar kids from New Jersey formed a singing group and became famous. The musical features many of the group’s popular songs such as Big girls don’t cry, Oh, What a night and Can’t take my eyes off you.
Place: Prince Edward Theatre, Old Compton Street, London
Telephone: 0870 850 9191
Date: Saturday, 9 Nov. 2013
Ticket price:£22.5
◆All’s Well That Ends Well
Play: A romantic story. Helena, daughter of a poor physician, loves Bertram, son of a Countess(女伯爵).
Place: Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Park Street, London
Telephone: 020 7401 9919
Date: Sunday, 20 Nov. 2013
Ticket price: £40.5
If Mary is available on Friday, which of the following should she call to buy a ticket?
A.0870 850 9191 | B.020 7494 5061 |
C.0870 243 9000 | D.020 7401 9919 |
If you want to buy a ticket at a discount, you should go to __________.
A.Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre | B.Theatre Royal |
C.Prince Edward Theatre | D.Lyceum Theatre |
Exploit your parking space
An unused parking space or garage can make money. If you live near a city center or an airport, you could make anything up to £200 or £300 a week. Put an advertisement(广告)for free on Letpark or Atmyhousepark.
Rent(出租)a room
Spare room? Not only will a lodger(房客)earn you an income, but also, thanks to the government-backed “rent a room” program, you won’t have to pay any tax (税) on the first £4,500 you make per year. Try advertising your room on Roomspare or Roommateeasy.
Make money during special events
Don’t want a full-time lodger? Then rent on a short-term basis. If you live in the capital, renting a room out during the Olympics or other big events could bring in money, Grashpadder can advertise your space.
Live on set
Renting your home out as a “film set” could earn you hundreds of pounds a day, depending on the film production company and how long your home is needed. A quick search on the Internet will bring up dozens of online companies that allow you to register(注册、登记) your home for free—but you will be charged if your home gets picked.
Use your roof
You need the right kind of roof, but some energy companies pay the cost of fixing solar equipment(around£14,000), and let you use the energy produced for nothing. In return, they get paid for unused energy fed back into the National Grid. However, you have to sign(签)a 25-year agreement with the supplier, which could prevent you from changing the roof.
If you earn £5,000 from renting a room in one year, the tax you need to pay will be based on ______.
A.£300 | B.£500 | C.£4,500 | D.5,000 |
Where can you put an advertisement to rent out a room during a big event?
A.On Letpark. | B.On Roomspare. |
C.On Grashpadder. | D.On Roommateeasy. |
If you want to use energy free, you have to_____.
A.sign an agreement with the government |
B.pay around £14,000 for the equipment |
C.sell the roof to some energy companies |
D.keep the roof unchanged within 25 years |
For whom is the text most probably written?
A.Lodgers. | B.Advertisers. |
C.House owners. | D.Online companies |
TV PROGRAMMES
Channel 1 Channel 2
18:00 Around China 17:45 Computers today
18:30 Children’s programme(节目) 18:10 Foreign arts
19:00 News 18:30 English classroom
19:30 Weather report 19:00 Animal world
19:40 Around the world 19:25 China ’99
20:10 TV play: Sisters 20:20 Sports
21:00 English for today 21:00 TV play: Guo Lanying
21:15 Popular music 21:45 English news
21:55 Talk show 22:06 On TV next weekIf you want to watch a football game, the best programme for you would be ____.
A.TV play | B.Sports |
C.Around the world | D.Talk show |
The programme of ____ will let you know much about western countries.
A.Sisters | B.Around China |
C.Around the world | D.On TV next week |
If you want to know something about tigers, elephants and monkeys, the best programme for you is ____.
A.Around China | B.Animal world |
C.TV play | D.Foreign arts |
English classroom is a programme that ____.
A.lets you know something about classrooms |
B.tells you something about students |
C.lets you know something about school life |
D.teaches you English |
The programme at the end of Channel 2 means ____ on TV next week.
A.news | B.programmes |
C.people | D.places |