Ad. 1
April fool’s party
On Friday, April 1, Inner Affair goes back to the days of funk! Classic Tunes from the 70’s and 80’s by DJs Den & Sion. 9pm till late.
Tickets: Free entrance for those in costume, otherwise 50 yuan (US$6)
Time/date: 9 pm, April 1
Place: Inner Affair, 1/F Qiankun Dasha, 6 Sanlitun Xiliujie, Chaoyang District
Tel: 8454 0321
Ad. 2
Language in use
Enjoy free inhouse coffee, tea and beer as well as music and dancing. Practice your Chinese, make friends and have fun.
Time/date: 7 to 9 pm, March 25
Place: Language In Use Club, 2/F, Science Fortune Center, 8 Xueqing Lu, north of Xueyuan Lu, Haidian District
Ad. 3
The "worst" party
Organized by ozone productions, the party is set to be "the worst ever", with the lamest music from the 60s, 70s and 80s. Special prizes will be awarded to the worst dressed or for bad fashion sense.
Tickets: Free entrance
Time/date: 9 pm, April 1
Place: Pula Pula, Tianze Lu, Oriental Seven Colours Plaza, Chaoyang District
Tel: 64668575
Ad. 4
La Nuit Francaise
Again on the 2nd Thursday of the month La Nuit Francaise will be held at Le Rendezvous. The monthly event is an opportunity for all French people and everyone interested in France or speaking French to gather together.
The evening features three glasses of wine and canapes for participants and a special exhibition.
Time/date: 7 to 10 pm, April 14
Place: Le Rendezvous, 3 Gongti Beilu, accross from the Pacific Century Plaza, Chaoyang District Tel: 64629110
Ad. 5
Marco V
Dutch DJ Marco V drops by Banana for a gig which is supported by Hong Kong’s DJ Spark.
Marco V has been around for many years, as an inventive, styleblending deejay and a successful and devoted producer. His spinning is energetic, crowdpleasing and never sees an empty dance floor. He was ranked No. 15 in this year’s international DJ MAG DJ Top100.
Tickets: 40 yuan (US$4.80) in advance, 50 yuan (US$6) at the door, both include a free drink
Time/date: 10 pm to 4 am, March 31, April 1
Place: Banana, in the lobby of the Scitech Hotel, 22 Jianwai Dajie, Chaoyang District
Tel: 65283636
Which of the following is NOT true of Ad. 1 and Ad. 3?
A.The two parties will be held on the same day. |
B.The two parties will be held at the same time. |
C.The entrance fees of the two parties will not be charged. |
D.Some old music will be played at the parties. |
Which of the following is intended for the Chinese learners?
A.Marco V. | B.La Nuit Francaise. |
C.Language in use. | D.The "worst" party. |
We can infer that______.
A.Marco V is a newlyestablished band |
B.La Nuit Francaise may be French words |
C.the "worst" party will attract a lot of college students |
D.you will enjoy free drink at April fool’s party |
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 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 its 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 1 May 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 5 May. 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
What activities can you participate in during the trip?
A.Working as a language advisor. | B.Learning the German language. |
C.Traveling by train with a guest family. | D.Enjoying sports and entertainment. |
If you want to win a prize you have to send your answer to .
A.the June issue of Free4fun | B.free4fun@netlight. com |
C.info@etc. com | D.ETC |
The persons are likely to win the free trip.
A.who know the birth date of Charles Dickens |
B.who are attracted by Rochester Castle |
C.who are contacted and announced by Free4Fun and ETC |
D.who know more about Charles Dickens’ works |
This ad was probably designed to target .
A.Italians | B.Europeans | C.Germans | D.Americans |
Americans All
Type: Musical Running Time: 50 Minutes
This is a musical play set in a high school classroom that will teach you the importance of staying in school. This fun and entertaining musical experience will appeal to anyone. It has a positive message that will be well received by students as well as their teachers and parents. Almost all of the roles can be played either by males or females. The dialogue teaches values, ethics and how to be the best you can be. The lyrics (歌词) and music flow non-stop with piano accompaniment (伴奏).
A Mother in My Head
Type: Short Play Running Time: 45 Minutes
Where does motherly advice and direction begin and where does it end? Or does it ever end? This fast-paced play follows the lives of two young people as they begin their careers, meet, and fall in love, each coached in every step of the way by the "mothers in their heads". The on-stage presence of the mothers provides an interaction (相互交流) between characters that is thoroughly enjoyable.
One of Our Clowns Is Missing
Type: Short Play Running Time: 30 Minutes
Adapted from the full-length play One of Our Clowns Is Missing by Robert Frankel, this play will bring the audience to cheers, tears, and applause. Sandy lacks self-esteem (自尊), but after meeting a group of characters that turn her life around, she regains her confidence and makes a new start.
My Fed Ex Christmas Request
Type: Short Play Running Time: 10 Minutes
Nicky is naughty every year so instead of getting toys under his Christmas tree, Santa has been leaving him a lump (块) of coal in his stocking year after year. Well, Nicky has finally had it with being labeled as naughty by Santa and decides to pack himself in a FedEx box and ship it to the North Pole. He’s going to defend his case face to face with Santa. This comedy shows us what happens when Nicky decides he’s not going to take it anymore!
To encourage their children to stay in school, parents should take their children to see __________.
A.Americans All | B.A Mother in My Head |
C.One of Our Clowns Is Missing | D.My Fed Ex Christmas Request |
A Mother in My Head___________________.
A.teaches young women how to be good mothers |
B.advises mothers to care more about their children |
C.shows mothers’ influence on young people’s lives |
D.encourages young people to live with their mothers |
Which of the following can inspire people to gain more self-confidence?
A.A Mother in My Head. | B.Americans All. |
C.My FedEx Christmas Request. | D.One of Our Clowns Is Missing. |
237 West Palmdale Boulevard Fresno, California 93706 AmToy Corporation Suite 15 TransAm Building San Francisco, California 94115 November 20, 2008 Dear Sirs, As a concerned parent, I am writing to protest your recent advertisement for Electro—Robo seen in local media is California. Specifically, I am referring to newspaper and magazine ads (attached to this letter)published the week of November 15. Children respond to your type of advertising in an immature way; that is, they are unable to understand how expensive some toys are for middle-class parents. Further, you product is violent in nature. Youth advertisement gives children the impression that it’s fine to have “two guns and laser eyes.” You also suggest that children need your toy to protect them “when you go outside.” This is not a healthy attitude for children to have. I hope you will stop advertising your product in such a way that may harm our children. Sincerely yours, (Mrs.) Alma Hernandez President, Parents for Non-violent Toys Enc. |
It’s here! Ready for You, Now! It’s Electro-Robo! Every boy dreams of being in control of a robot, and AmToy can make your dream come true! Electro-Roho is the world’s first fully automatic robot with radio control. Standing 80 centimeters tall, Electro-Robo is like a friend at home. He can walk, talk, and even shake your hand! He has two guns and laser eyes to help you defend yourself when you go outside with him. Every boy needs Electro-Robo! Ask your Mom and Dad to buy Electro-Robo for your birthday or for Christmas, which is coming up soon. Imagine that you are in control of your friend for life, Electro-Robo! Available at all toy stores and department stores NOW! |
What is the purpose of the letter?
A.To complain about a broken toy. | B.To oppose the advertising. |
C.To order a gift for Christmas. | D.To apply for a job in a toy company. |
What dose “Enc.” at the end of the letter mean?
A.Something attached to the letter. | B.A complaint to the toy company. |
C.A hidden message | D.An encouraging response. |
Electro-Robo can do all the following EXCEPT ______-.
A.sitting down | B.shaking hands | C.talking | D.walking |
Enjoy the sumptuous Easter lunch buffet and children will be given the lovely Easter chocolate eggs. Time:Mar, 28-Mar 30, 1998 11:00 am—3:00 pm Place:lucky corner coffee shop(hotel first floor) Price:150 + 15% service charge half price for children under 12 years old. Reservations:Scitech hotel 65123388-2114 or 2164 |
Bring your family and friends along to The Palace Hotel this Easter and enjoy the traditional treats of the season. Forget about the calories and enjoy favourite goodies such as Easter eggs, chocolate bunnies and hot cross buns, which will be sold outside.Palm Court Coffee House every day from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. PALM COURT COFFEE HOUSE Friday, March 28-- lavish fish buffet for lunch and dinner priced at RMB 180 for adults, half price for children. Sunday, March 30--Roast carving buffet priced at RMB 160 for adults, half price for children. ROMA RISTORANTE ITALLANO Sunday, March 30 --Delicious seafood lunch priced at RMB 198 for adults, children under 10 years half price. Youngsters can work off their extra energy in a special supervised play area next to the restaurant. Prices are subject to a 15% surcharge Reservations on 65128899, ext. 7492 for Roma Ristorante: ext. 7561 for Palm Court. |
March 30th brings a fun-filled Easter entertainment program to the Crazy Sunday Brunch at the Patio Coffee Shop from 11:00 am-3:00 pm! Children under 10 years old accompanying their parents will enjoy this special meal for free and can even win lots of treat prices in the Egg Painting Competition! WE GUARANTEE You A Fun Easter Sunday Please register your children for the contest no later than the March 29th as space is limited. For further information and reservations, please call 64376688 ext, 2873/2865 Lido Holiday Inn Beijing RMB 150.00 + 15% Surcharge |
Happy Easter March 30 11:00—14:30 Hilton Hotel The Easter Bunny is coming to town! Join him for a special Easter Brunch at the Atrium cafe and enjoy traditional Easter favourites. RMB 195 + 15% surcharge Children under 12 years old free of charge. Surprise gift for the children at the Kid’s Corner. |
The main purpose of the advertisements is to give information about .
A.weekend activities | B.a holiday celebrations |
C.the price for the meals in big hotels | D.Egg Painting Competition |
It can be learned from the advertisements that the children can enjoy themselves most in .
A.Lido Holiday Inn | B.Palace Hotel | C.Scitech Hotel | D.Hilton Hotel |
If you want to have an Easter meal on March 28, which hotel can you go to?
A.Scitech Hotel and Lido Holiday Inn | B.The Palace Hotel and Hilton Hotel |
C.Hilton Hotel and Lido Holiday Inn | D.Scitech Hotel and the Palace Hotel |
If you have Easter Brunch in Hiton Hotel you will pay RMB _________for it.
A.195 | B.224.25 | C.165.75 | D.97.5 |
BUS SERVICE
New York City — Brennan, New Jersey
(Trip time: 30 minutes each way )
Timetable
●Buses leave the Railway Station, New York 7:00 a.m. and every half-hour thereafter(此后) until 11:30 p.m.
(7 days a week).
●Buses leave Brennan Station 20 minutes before and after every hour from 6:20 a.m. to 10:40 p.m.
(7 days a week ).
●Evening rush hours(5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.) buses leave the Railway Station, New York every 15 minutes (Monday — Friday).
●Holidays: buses leave every hour on the hour time, each direction.
All tickets must be bought at Window 12, the Railway Station, New York, or at the Brennan Station Window before boarding buses.
What time does a bus leave New York for Brennan every Thursday?
A.10:20 a.m. | B.6:30 a.m. | C.6:45 p.m. | D.4:40 p.m. |
Which is the latest bus you should take from Brennan if you have to arrive at the Railway Station, New York before 4:00 p. m. on Monday?
A.The 3:20 p. m. bus | B.The 3:00 p. m. bus |
C.The 3:30 p. m bus | D.The 3:40 p. m .bus |
What time does a bus leave Brennan for New York on Christmas Day?
A.1:00 p. m | B.9:40 a. m | C.3:15 p. m | D.8:30 a. m |
Maybe you know some well-known buildings, such as the Great Wall, the Great Hall of the People, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. But do you know the Royal Academy of Arts (皇家艺术学院)?
Lying in the heart of London, the Royal Academy of Arts is an independent fine arts institution (机构) which supports modem artists and promotes interest in the arts through all kinds of exhibition programs. The Academy is completely independent. It is a self-funded (自筹资金的), organization which is governed by the Royal Academicians—eminent practicing, painters, printmakers, sculptors and architects who are elected to the position. The Academy has a long history and was founded in 1768 with Sir Joshua Reynolds as its first President. The Academy lies in Burlington House which itself has a long colorful history with parts of the original structure dating back to1664. Today, the Academy attracts over one million visitors each year, making it one of London’s top 10 attractions for paying visitors.
Air: London’s City Airport. Gatwick Airport, Heathrow Airport, Luton Airport and Stansted Airport.
Rail: Underground: Piccadilly and Green Park or a short walk from Oxford Circus and Bond Street.
Road: Bus: Public services.
Contact Addresses:
Royal Academy of Arts, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London WIJ OBD
Telephone: 020 7300 8000
Website: www.royalacademy.org.uk
Which of the following is TRUE about the Academy of Art?
A.It dates back to 1664. |
B.You can’t get there by underground. |
C.It is one of London’s top 10 attractions. |
D.It is much older than Burlington House. |
You can contact the Academy of Arts by all the following EXCEPT________________.
A. writing a letter | B.sending an e-mail |
C.visiting the website | D.making a call |
The main purpose of this passage is to_______________________.
A.attract more visitors to the Royal Academy of Arts |
B.introduce the well-known building of England |
C.show the long history of England |
D.introduce the arts of England |
Ambassador Hotel:
Welcome to the Ambassador Hotel. To make your stay as enjoyable as possible, we hope you will use our facilities to the full.
Dining Room
Breakfast is served in the dining mom from 8 a. m. to 9: 30 a.m. Alternatively, the room staff will bring a breakfast tray to your room at any time after 7 a.m. In this case, please fill out a card and hang it outside your door when you go to bed.
Lunch: 12:00a.m. to2:30p.m.
Dinner: 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Room Service
This operates 24 hours a day; phone the Reception Desk(前台), and your message will be passed on to the room staff.
Telephones
To make a phone call, dial 0 for Reception and ask to be connected. We apologize for delays in putting calls through when the staffs are very busy. There are also public telephone booths near the Reception Desk. Early calls should be booked with Reception.
Laundry
We have a laundry in the hotel, and will wash iron and return your clothes within 24 hours. Ask the room staff to collect them.
Bar
The hotel bar is open from 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
You would see this notice _________ .
A.in a hotel bar |
B.in a hotel dining room |
C.in a bedroom of a large international hotel |
D.at the entrance of a small family hotel |
What should you do if you have arrived to stay at the hotel at 2 a.m. and want something to eat?
A.Go to the hotel shop. | B.Go to the hotel bar. |
C.Hang a message outside your door. | D.Phone the Reception Desk. |
What should you do when you come back to the hotel to make an important call and see a lot of people around the Reception desk?
A.Go to your room and phone from there. |
B.Ask at the Reception Desk. |
C.Use one of the telephones in the entrance hall. |
D.Go out again and look for a public phone box |
What do you think a room staff’s last job is before he goes off duty at 6 p.m.?
A.Lay the tables in the dining room. |
B.Check the bedroom doors. |
C.Start preparing the breakfast. |
D.Wake any of the guests who have asked for early calls. |
Social Program: 22nd—26th August 2011
Monday Evening—Study Centre or Sports Park
Study Center: The school will be open from 7.45 pm to 9.35pm.
Sports Park: Aerobics, Swimming or Fitness Training (with a Fitness Card).
Tuesday Evening—Cinema
Cinema: To get your free ticket, you must write down which film you would like to watch. See the leaflet on the board for this evening’s UCI Cinema program. For more information about the films, visit the UCI website www.uci.co.uk or see the film section in this week’s Time Out magazine.
Wednesday Evening—Study Centre of Tennis Coaching
Study Center: The school will be open from 7.35 pm to 9.35 pm.
Tennis Coaching: With former Junior Wimbledon tennis player Stuart Silvester.
Thursday Evening—Chinese Party
Chinese Party: Come along and enjoy the hospitality of the Chinese students! You can try delicious Chinese food and learn about Chinese traditions. Please note that you should eat your evening meal at your home-stay, as the food is a taster and not a full meal. Non alcoholic and alcoholic drinks will be served.
Friday afternoon—Historical Walking Tour or Sports Parks
Historical Walking Tour: This afternoon you will have the opportunity to visit parts of Norwich you may have otherwise missed, with a professional guide. In medieval times Norwich was the second most important city in England and this afternoon you can learn some of the interesting history of our fine city.
Sports Park: Badminton, Basketball, Fitness Training (with a Fitness Card), Football, Squash, Swimming or Volleyball.
Please sign early if you wish to play any of the sports listed above.
You can do all the following things during the weekday except ___________.
A.going to the cinema | B.going to the Chinese party |
C.taking a historical walking tour | D.taking a mountain climbing tour |
The passage may probably be found ___________.
A.in a school’s bulletin board | B.in a school’s text book |
C.in a latest newspaper | D.in a fashion magazine |
From the passage we know that ___________.
A.students have to pay for the film tickets |
B.some of the students in the school are Chinese |
C.Norwich is the second largest city in Britain |
D.the school is closed during the daytime |
From the passage we can infer that __________.
A.students in the school can have access to computers |
B.students in the school only have morning classes |
C.the school often serves Chinese food to students |
D.every Friday afternoon the students will have a tour |
Work-Study Program
The Work-Study Program gives you the chance to work part-time on campus. If you need more money to cover all of your education-related costs, you may be qualified for this program.
Advantages
· Work experience: Last year, more than 1,400 positions were available across all departments. The jobs vary from one department to the next, and in most cases, participants find a position in their chosen field.
· Money: During the regular academic year (September to April), you can work part-time and earn $3,200---sometimes more---while you take courses! During the summer time, you work full-time and can earn around $6,000 over 18 weeks.
·Easy access: Applying for the program is easy. There is no need for face-to-face interview. All the forms you need are online; just fill in the forms and email us; we accept no letter or phone application!
Did you know?
At the University of Ottawa, it is not essential to receive government assistance to qualify for our Work-Study Program. You simply need to demonstrate(证明)financial need.
You could have one of these great Work-Study jobs:
·Student ambassador
·Computing and network technician
·Marketing assistant
·Sports team manager
·Researcher / translator
·Writer
And more!
The Admission Section receives and evaluates applications to undergraduate programs, in addition to answering applicants’ questions.
Phone: 613-562-5315 Toll-free: 1-877-868-8292 (#5315)
Financial Aid & Awards Service Section:
Phone: 613-562-5734 Toll-free phone: 1-877-868-8292
Regular Office Hours: Monday to Friday
September to May: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
June to August: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
To earn most each month, you may choose to work __________.
A.from April to September | B.during the daytime |
C.from May to August | D.most of the weekends |
To be admitted by the program, you need to ___________.
A.get some government assistance first | B.have much working experience |
C.perform well in your studies | D.explain your financial need first |
How can students apply for a working position?
A.Through the internet. | B.By phone. | C.By face-to-face interview. | D.By letter. |
Bored? Lonely? Out of condition?
Why not try the SPORT CENTER?
TENNIS
Indoor and outdoor courts. Coaching from beginners to advanced, everyday not evenings.
Children only-Sat. mornings.
SKIING
Dry slopes—3 levels instructors at weekends and Fridays. Daytime parcitice. 8 years upwards.
SWIMMING
2 pools- heated Olympic length. Tuition available.
Women: Tuesday and Thursday.
Men: Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Children: Saturday
Family day: Sunday
GOLF
9 hole practice course. Professional Coaching. Lessons must be booked in advance in daytime. Evening practice. Minimum age — 9 years.
GYMNASTICS
Maximum age—18 years. Children aged 5—10. Monday and Wednesdays. 4:00—6:00 p.m. 10—18 year-old. Friday evenings. Bar work on Sunday mornings.
AND MUCH MORE
Table Tennis, Snooker, Darts(标枪), Chess(everyday and evening), Café(all day)Bar(lunch time and evenings), Nursery(weekdays and weekends, not evenings). Centre open 10:00 a.m.—10:00 p.m. Daily. Interested? More details inside. Quote Card Number: 99.
What is this ad mainly about?
A.It mainly shows us some ways to spend weekends. |
B.It mainly shows us a place to relax ourselves. |
C.It shows the ways of saving our time. |
D.It shows us a lot of ways to spend our holidays. |
Which of the following is TRUE according to this passage?
A.People can play tennis day and night. |
B.Men and women swim in the SPORTS CENTER separately. |
C.Children at any age can play golf in the SPORTS CENTER. |
D.People under 20 can all take gymnastics. |
How many sports items are mentioned in the passage?
A.5 | B.7. | C.9. | D.12. |
Where can we find this ad in your opinion?
A.In a company. | B.In a restaurant. |
C.In a park | D.On a newspaper. |
Tuesday
October 23 11:00 am
World Tree Day; World Tree Cuisine
For World Tree Day, Snook gives out badges(徽章)to everyone who is nice to the tree, but Bob can’t think of what to do -until he comes up with a song.Also: Madge and Snook plan a party to celebrate the World Tree's birthday.
Wednesday
October 21 11:00am
The Sloth Must Be Crazy; Smarter than You Think
Bob investigates a shiny green object that fell from the sky, and, with Madge's help, figures out what it is. Also: Winslow fears that everyone else is smarter than he is.
Thursday
October 22 11:00 am
Fish out of Water; Burdette's Nest
Bob fears that Ick is stuck inside a rock, but soon learns that the rock is a fossil; Smooch and Snook help patch Burdette's nest.
Friday
October 23 11:00 am
Bones; Food and Plenty of It
After Winslow injures his arm, he refuses to slow down and winds up hurting his leg too.Also: Burdette is upset when the nuts on her favorite tree disappear.
Thursday
November 5 11:00 am
The Sting; Growing
Wartz's frog friend Greenie is frightened by Stripey the bee; Madge and Snook think about everything that's occurred at the World Tree during the past year.
Friday
November 6 11:00 am
The Big Race; You Are What You Are
Winslow, Smooch and Snook organize a relay race(接力赛) for all the animals of the World Tree.Also: Wartz wonders if fish and plants are related since they both need water to survive.
The information above is most probably about _________.
A.different science fiction films shown each day |
B.a series of TV programmes for parents |
C.a series of TV programmes for children |
D.different children's films shown each day |
The theme of the song that Bob comes up with is probably about_________.
A.protecting animals | B.birthday celebration |
C.alien legend | D.protecting trees |
If Jane wants to know how Winslow gets injured, she will be interested in _____.
A.The Sloth Must Be Crazy; Smarter than You Think |
B.Bones; Food and Plenty of It |
C.The Sting; Growing |
D.The Big Race; You Are What You Are |
What is TRUE of Wartz?
A.Wartz has many foolish ideas. | B.Wartz is not clever as others. |
C.Wartz is curious and imaginative. | D.Wartz wins a relay race. |
Winners Club
You choose to be a winner!
The Winners Club is a bank account specially designed for teenagers. It has been made to help you better manage your money. The Winners Club is a transaction account(交易账户)where you receive a key-card so you can get to your money 24/7—that’s 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
It’s a club with impressive features for teenagers:
●No account keeping fees!
You’re no millionaire so we don’t expect you to pay large fees. In fact, there are no account keeping or transaction fees!
●Excellent interest rates!
You want your money to grow. The Winners Club has a good rate of interest which gets even better if you make at least two deposits(储蓄)without taking them out in a month.
●Convenient
Teenagers are busy—we get that. You may never need to come to a bank at all. With the Winners Club you can choose to use handy tellers and to bank from home using the phone and the Internet. You can have money directly deposited into your Winners Club account. This could be your pocket money or your pay from your part-time job!
●Mega magazine included
Along with your regular report, you will receive a FREE magazine full of good ideas to make even more of your money. There are also fantastic offers and competitions only for Winners Club members.
The Winners Club is a great choice for teenagers. And it is so easy to join. Simply fill in an application form. You will have to get permission from your parent or guardian (so we can organize that cool key-card) but it is easy. We can’t wait to hear from you. It’s the best way to choose to be a winner!
Which of the following is TRUE about the Winners Club?
A.Special gifts are ready for parents. |
B.The bank opens only on work days. |
C.Services are convenient for its members. |
D.Fees are necessary for the account keeping. |
The Winners Club provides magazines which ________.
A.encourage spending |
B.are free to all teenagers |
C.are full of adventure stories |
D.help to make more of your money |
If you want to be a member of the Club, you must ________.
A.be an Internet user |
B.be permitted by your parent |
C.have a big sum of money |
D.be in your twenties |
What is the purpose of this text?
A.To set up a club. | B.To provide part-time jobs. |
C.To organize key-cards. | D.To introduce a new banking service. |
Here’s this week’s list of four open jobs throughout the local area. Whether you’re unemployed and need a job or you are just sick of the one you have, Roswell Patch wants to help. We know new jobs can be hard to come by these days, which is why we’ll try to post a selection of jobs we’ve found in the area on the site each week. Happy hunting!
Part-time Spanish Instructor-World Language Institute, Inc. – Roswell.
World Language Institute, Inc. in Roswell is currently hiring a part-time, native-speaking Spanish instructor. Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drive a 15-passenger bus to pick up students from several schools, from 2 p. m. – 6 p. m. Monday-Friday. The position pays $ 10 per hour. More information about the job is available online.
Experienced Servers – Chill’s – Alpharetta
Chili’s in Alpharetta is seeking experienced servers to add to its team. Qualifications will include being clean and neat and having great attitude and customer service skills. The pay is $ 2.13, plus tips. Stop by the store to fill out an application. More information about this position is available online.
Registered Nurese-North Fulton Regional Hospital-Roswell
North Fulton Regional Hospital is looking for a RN/Registered Nurse to fill a 12-hour night shift. Applicants must be registered and previous hospital experience is preferred. More information about the position is available online.
Software Engineer-ControlScan-Alpharetta
ControlScan in Alpharetta is hiring a software engineer. Applicants should have five or more years of relevant experience, as well as advanced knowledge of computer technology. Pay is commensurate(相称)with experience. More information about the position can be found online.
Where can we most probably rend the passage?
A.In a newspaper. | B.On a website. | C.In a magazine. | D.In a textbook. |
What does the underlined word "sick" mean?
A.Ill. | B.Absent. | C.Bored. | D.Unfamiliar |
World Language Institute, Inc. is looking for____.
A. a school bus driver. B. a full-time teacher
C. a Spanish teacher D a Spanish manager
Who will mainly work at night?
A.Jane, hired by North Fulton Regional Hospital. |
B.John, hired by World Language Institute. Inc. |
C.Robert, hired by ControlScan. |
D.Sally, hired by Chili’s. |
Money and Happiness
A Guide to Living a Good Life
Author: Laura Rowley
Publisher: Wiley (March 1, 2007)
Laura Rowley makes us all understand the connection between money and happiness in our own lives so that we can spend our time and efforts wisely. She offers an insight(领悟)so that every reader can make smarter decisions and live a happier life.
Happiness
The Science Behind Your Smile
Author: Daniel Nettle
Publisher: Oxford University Press (July 1,2007)
It is the first book mainly about what happiness is and how happiness works. Nettle examines whether people are basically happy, whether success can make us happy, why some people are happier than others, etc.
The Happiness Makeover
How to Teach Yourself to Be Happy and Enjoy Every Day
Author: M. J. Ryan
Publisher: Broadway (May 10, 2007)
Ryan’s own desire to be happier first led her to study about happiness from brain science, psychology(心理学), and the wisdom traditions of the world. The happiness Makeover draws on wide - ranging knowledge and presents some suggestions that will help you a lot:
● Clear away worry, fear, envy, and grudges.
● Learn to think about yourself confidently.
● Find daily ways to truly enjoy the moments of your life.
Hormones(荷尔蒙), Health, and Happiness
Author: Steven F. Hotze
Publisher: Forrest Publishing (April, 2007)
Dr. Steven Hotze is leading a wellness revolution that advances a new model of healthcare.
In Hormones, Health, and Happiness, Dr. Hotze deals with the basic causes of poor health. You are shown how to reach and maintain the most favorable cell,tissue,and organ functioning.It can help you enjoy a better quality of life.
What does the underlined“grudges”probably mean?
A.anger | B.surprise | C.favour | D.preference |
If you want to know more about whether happiness has something to do with Success,you’d better read_____________.
A.Money and Happiness | B.Happiness. |
C.The Happiness Makeover | D.Hormones,Health,and Happiness |
Whose book will possibly help readers get a new kind of health and wellness model?
A.Laura Rowley’s | B.M.J.Ryan’s |
C.Daniel Nettle’s | D.Steven F.Hotze’s. |