高中英语广告布告类阅读阅读理解

Below are four ads on the website.
l Artful Experience
It’s an artful experience even if you’re artistically challenged. Adults, teens, and children of all ages are welcome at Contemporary Art studio. We provide everything: stamps, idea books, a little coaching, and a lot of encouragement. Drop in anytime. It’s creative fun for everyone to paint your own pottery（陶器）! No experience needed. Our studio will show you how. It’s as easy as 1-2-3!
[e-mail]
l Chinese-English Translator
This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates looking to put their Chinese skills to use.
Requirements: native speaker of English; business translation experience is preferred but not a must; able to fulfill several projects on time; excellent reading skills in Chinese. If interested, please email [e-mail] or call 453-268-130.
l Ancient Object Market
Here you find a large variety of old European furniture, statues and paintings. We also offer a large selection of clocks in bronze, wood, white metal. Organizing buying tours based on the needs of our clients is something else we do. We pick you up from the airport, make hotel reservations and drive you around to the best wholesale(批发) dealers. Our email is [e-mail].
l _____________________
We are delighted to offer you an efficient and reasonably priced service of high-class car rentals （租赁）with qualified drivers. Suitable for your journeys to and/or from Rome’s airports or other destinations. We will be there to meet you on your arrival at the airport and drive you to your destination in complete safety and comfort. If you need the service, please call 668-556-429.
Contemporary Art studio is a place where_________.

A．one can enjoy many kinds of artworks

B．one can learn how to paint on pottery

C．one can make pottery by himself/herself

D．one can improve his/her painting skills greatly

Who may be suitable for a Chinese-English translator?

A．An American graduate who is good at Chinese.

B．A Chinese graduate who majored in business.

C．A Chinese college student who has good English writing skills.

D．An American college student who is interested in English translation.

If Mr. Black wants to buy a painting, he can__________.

A．send an email to [e-mail]

B．send an email to [e-mail]

C．call 453-268-130

D．call 668-556-429

Which of the following can be the best title for the fourth advertisement?

A．Nice Rome trips.

B．Airport Car Rentals With Drivers.

C．Cheap Car Tours.

D．Flight Service To Pick You Up

Camp Takajo
Camp Season：June 20，2015 to August 15，2015
Camp Address：60 Takajo Road Naples，Maine 04055 USA
Phone：[phone]
Off-Season Address：34 Maple Avenue Armonk，New York 10504 USA
Phone：[phone]
Camp Takajo provides an upbringing environment for campers ，improving their sense of abilities and self-worth．We provide opportunities to explore all aspects of their personalities，encouraging them to take risks and expand their boundaries．By summer’s end，we hope that our campers can describe themselves in more positive and concrete terms than they did upon arrival．
We can help our boys develop：
Respect for oneself and others
Camp Takajo teaches the importance of making moral choices，forming tolerance and respect for others．Daily team games create all atmosphere of cooperation rather than“win-at-all-costs”．
Courage to face new challenges
Our diverse program of arts and sports provide an opportunity for campers to master skills of each activity．Campers participate in all activities that are offered at camp．Our ropes course and rock-climbing departments allow campers to see the importance of cooperation and perseverance in achieving their goals．
A sense of pride in belonging to a larger group
Campers are part of an age group．Older campers model appropriate behavior as they assume leadership positions．
An appreciation of nature
Our boys have opportunities to explore the natural beauty of Maine and New Hampshire on hiking and，boating．
If you want to get in touch with Camp Takjo on October 15，you should_____．

A．dial(914)273-5020

B．dial(207)693-6675

C．go to 60 Takajo Road Naples，Maine

D．go to New Hampshire

Who are the intended campers of Camp Takajo?

A．Babies

B．Girls

C．Adults

D．Boys

Campers can develop the following character-building skills except_______．

A．cooperation	B．competition
C．perseverance	D．1eadership

阅读理解
阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
Hearst Castle is a palatial(宫殿式) park on the central California coast and a National Historic Landmark. It was designed by architect Julia Morgan for William Randolph Hearst from 1919 until 1947. In 1957, the Hearst Corporation donated the fortune to the state of California. Since that time it has been maintained as a state historic park where the estate and its considerable collection of art and antiques are open for public tours. In spite of its location far from any urban center, the site attracts roughly one million visitors every year.
Guided Tours
There are several tours which highlight various parts of the castle and gardens.
l Tour One is recommended for first time visitor. It now includes the movie, Hearst Castle Building the Dream.
l Tour Two gives visitors a closer look at the main house's upper floors, Mr. Hearst's private suite, the libraries, and the kitchen.
l Tour Three looks at the Castle's North Wing, guest rooms and guest house Casa Del Monte.
l Tour Four features the impressive gardens and grounds, the largest guesthouse, the wine basement, and the Hidden Terrace.
l The evening tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as one of the Hearst's own visitors might have.
Ticket Prices
Hearst Castle accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. Free day use parking is available for automobiles, motorcycles, tour buses and recreational vehicles.

TOURS	ADULT	Ages 6-17
Experience Tour	$ 24	$ 12
Tours 2, 3 or 4	$ 24	$12
Evening tour	$30	$15

Children under 6 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
 Reservation Information
While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Center upon arrival, tour reservations are strongly recommended and may be reserved online now or by calling 1-800-444-4445, see below for time.

Reservation Call Center Hours
Dates	Monday-Friday	Saturday-Sunday
March-September	8AM. to 6PM.	8AM. to 6PM.
October-February	9AM. to 5PM.	9AM. to 3PM.

Visit www. Hearst castle. org for more information.
Who does the Hearst Castle belong to at present?

A．William Randolph Hearst.

B．Julia Morgan.

C．The state of California.

D．The Hearst Corporation.

If a young couple take Tour One with their 5-year-old son, how much will they pay for the tickets?

A．$36.

B．$60.

C．$48.

D．$75.

31. Which of the following is the available time to book tickets by phone?

A．At 8 AM on Monday in February.	B．At 9 AM on Sunday in March.
C．At 7 PM on Friday in September.	D．At 6 PM on Saturday in October.

32. What is the purpose of the passage?

A．To attract visitors to Hearst Castle.

B．To introduce Hearst Castle.

C．To introduce California's scenery.

D．To introduce Hearst Castle' scenery.

阅读理解
阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
Ice Age Cave Art of Southwest France
May 21, 2013 —May 27, 2013
Day 1 U.S.— Bordeaux, France
Leave the U.S. for Bordeaux to start our prehistoric exploration(史前探索).
Day 2 Bordeaux — Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
On arriving in Bordeaux, join the group to Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, France’s prehistory capital. Cheek into Les Glycines hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner here.
Day 3 Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
Begin at the Combarelles cave, believed to have been used by Cro-Magnon man between 14 000 and 12 000 years ago. After lunch in a restaurant in the rock, enjoy a guided tour of the National Prehistory Museum, containing one of the largest prehistoric collections. Our day ends at the cave of Font-de-Gaume. Discovered in 1901, it remains one of the most exciting places in the world, with many drawings of horses, deer and so on.
Day 4 Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
Journey through Black Perigord, starting with a tour of Sarlat. After lunch in town, visit Bernifal. Discovered in 1898, it offers its visitors various paintings.
Day 5 Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
At the Rouffignac cave, get on an electric train to explore the nearly 10 kilometers of cave — a real underground maze(迷宫)of prehistoric drawings and several surprising handprints. Pause for lunch in a local farm house, then continue to Abri Castanet.
Day 6 Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
After checking out of Les Glycines, travel to Cougnac cave, containing the oldest paintings in a site open to the public. Enjoy lunch in this beautiful town on the Dordogne river. As you leave Rocamadour, visit the Abri des Merveilles, then continue to the popular Chateau de Mercues.
Day 7 Toulouse — U.S
Check out of the Chateau de Mercues, and travel to the Toulouse airport for your return flight to the U.S..
Where will tourists have a welcome dinner?

A．At the Rouffignac cave.

B．At the Cougnac cave.

C．In the Les Glycines hotel.

D．At the Combarelles cave.

On which day tourists will visit Cougnac cave?

A．Day 3.	B．Day 4.
C．Day 5.	D．Day 6.

How many nights will tourists stay in Les Glycines hotel?

A．Two nights.	B．Three nights.
C．Four nights.	D．Five nights.

A． FREE AT LAST
The author，Matthew Hunt，who spent half of his life in jail for a crime he did not do，has written the moving story of his lengthy fight to be set free．Now out of prison，he has taken the advice of judge to describe his experience in the book．
Call Tom at 23233388．Free delivery for the book．
B． WANTED
A 3-bedroom apartment in the city center is for rent．Very comfortable home with great garden．Free parking．49 bus stops directly outside the apartment．
Rent fee below $ 800 per month．Call Tony at 38363688
C． SINGLE CLUB
A club for singles who are looking for new friends．
Ages: 25-4 S
Activities: parties，meals，swimming，concerts，dances…
Time: We meet every Thursday at 8:30 p．m．
Address: 19 Jiangnan Road．
Tele: 34283488
D． SUNSHINE CLUB
Join us for a 10-mile country walk on Saturday，October 11th．Experienced guide offers some advice on how to keep fit．
Children and pets are welcome．
Meet at the No．I Super Market at 2 p．m．
Call at 68484866
E．SUMMER JOB
Do you like to talk with people？ Do you like to write stories？ Do you want to develop your imagination？ Do you have something special to share with the readers？ Do you want to work for a magazine？ Then come and work for us as a reporter．
Please call Laura at 55558888
F．GREEN TEAHOUSE
This teahouse is designed for couples--most of the tables are for two．And all the tables look different．Good music and excellent atmosphere．The food is a little expensive，but the service is the best．Free car parking．
Please call at 75658318 for reservation．
请阅读以下读者的相关信息，然后匹配他／她感兴趣的广告。
Adam has just graduated from Beijing University recently，He would like to be a newspaperman．
Summer holiday is coming．Silvia is looking for a book．She likes reading true stories which people have written about themselves．She's particularly interested in people who have had unusual or difficult lives．
It is Mr．Brown and his wife's third wedding anniversary．He plans to invite his wife out to a romantic place to celebrate．
Anthony is on a business trip to Brighton．His wife and the five-year-old daughter are coming with him．They will stay there for 3 months．They figure it would be cheaper to rent a house than live in a hotel．They want to find a house with convenient transportation in the center of the city．
Susan is a famous dancer with attractive figure．She is putting on weight these days，though．She is anxious to take some efficient action．

Welcome to the Electronic Village to explore new ways of language teaching and learning.

Electronic Village Program (Thursday, June 18, 2015)
Nearpod 9:00 am to 10:00 am Room 501 Nearpod is a software program that creates a rich context(语境) for students to learn vocabulary. The presenter will show how to use it.	TEO 2:00 pm to 3:00 p m Room 502 Our students come from different backgrounds but have the same desire to learn on-line. The presenter will use examples from his first on-line class to explain how any teacher can begin teaching on-line with TEO.
Kahoot 10:30 am to 11:30 am Room 601 Kahoot software can be used to create grammar tests which can be graded on a network. It can provide students with instant feedback(反馈), including resports about their strengths and weaknesses.	Prezi 3:30 pm to 4:20 pm Room 602 Uses of Prezi in listening and speaking courses draw students’ attention to speaking more fluently. The presenter will show how students can use Prezi to confidently present on a variety of topics, including introducing family, friends, and hobbies.

Nearpod can be used to ______．

A．offer grammar tests

B．teach listening on-line

C．help vocabulary learning

D．gain fluency in speaking

If you want to improve your speaking skills, you can go to____________．

A．Room 501	B．Room 502
C．Room 601	D．Room 602

Which of the following can assess your grammar learning?

A．Nearpod．	B．Kahoot．
C．TEO．	D．Prezi．

A teacher who wants to learn on-line teaching is expected to arrive by ______．

A．9:00 am	B．10:30 am
C．2:00 pm	D．3:30 pmB

阅读理解
阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
Metrorall (地铁)
Each passenger needs a farecard to enter and go out. Up to two children under age five may travel Free with a paying customer.
Farecard machines are in every station. Bring small bills because there are no change machines in the stations and farecard machines only provide up to $5 in change.
Get one ticket of unlimited Metrorall rides with a One Day Pass .Buy it from a farecard machine in Metro stations .Use it after 9:30 a,m. until closing on weekdays, and all day on weekends and holidays .
Hours of service
Open: 5am  Mon-Fri               7 a.m  Sat-Sun
Close: midnight Sun-Thur.         3 a.m Fri-Sat. nights
Last train times vary. To avoid missing the last train, please check the last train times posted in stations.
Metrobus
When paying with exact charge, the fare is $1.35. When paying with a SmarTripⓇcard, the fare is 1.25.
Fares for senior/disabled customers
Senior citizens 65 and older and disabled customers may ride for half the regular fare. On Metrorail and Metrobus, use a senior/disabled farecard or Smar/TripⓇcard. For more information about buying senior/disabled farecard, SmarTripⓇcards and passes, please visit MetroOpensDoors .com or call 202-637-7000 and 202-637-8000.
Senior citizens and disabled customers can get free guide on how to use proper Metrobus and Metrorall services by calling 202-962-1100.
Travel tips (提示)
Avoid riding during weekday rush periods –before 9:30 a.m. and between 4and 6p.m.
If you lose something on a bus or train or in a station, please call Lost &Found at 202-962-1195.
At what time does Metroarll stop service on Saturday ?

A．At midnight.	B．At 3 a.m.
C．At 5 a.m.	D．At 7a.m.

What is good about a SmarTripⓇcard ?
A. It is convenient for old people.
B. It saves money for its users
C It can be bought at any train
D. It is sold on the Internet
Which number should you call if you lose something on the Metro?

A．202-962-1195	B．202-962-1100
C．202-637-7000	D．202-637-8000

What should you know about farecard machines?

A．They start selling tickets at 9:30 a.m.

B．They are connected(连接) to change machines.

C．They offer(提供) special service to the elderly(老人).

D．They make change for no more than(仅仅) $5.

阅读理解
阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
A family story is like a puzzle. Each family member leaves some clues. Family members come together because they have a common tie with one another, sharing a name and special traditions. Exploring family roots and sharing past memories ensure each tradition lives on.
Ancestory.com has created customized (订做的) “Our Name is History” books to give your family a look into your history by learning about your last name. By visiting it, you can check if information is available for your last name. Ancestory.com researchers have collected more than 5 billion names from records such as passenger lists, immigration records and from birth, marriage and death records. The collected information is then used for each customized book.
“Our Name is History” books are available for nearly 200,000 last names, accounting form 85 percent of all the US homes. The collected information is a great start of learning about your family roots. This book will not only surprise your mother, but also become a precious memory to pass down through the generations. It can also be an inspiration for her to talk about all the special women in her life. So instead of just giving her flowers or jewelry, give her a special family name book and share your favorite memories with her.
After learning the general history of your last name, your might be inspired to continue your exploration. The “Our Name is History” books include a special software product for building, searching and sharing your family history.
To learn more about “Our Name is History” books, visit www. Ournameinhistory.com. The deadline to order in time for Mother’s Day is April 30.
The first paragraph mainly talks about _________.

A．the importance of exploring family root

B．what a family story really is

C．the importance of a family name

D．how to pass down a family’s traditions

What does the underlined word “it” refer to in Paragraph 2?

A．The “Our Name is History” book.

B．The website Ancestory.com.

C．The website www. ournameinhistory.com.

D．The family’s last name.

The “Our Name is History” books _________.

A．are very cheap compared with flowers or jewelry

B．can tell us where we should look to find out family history

C．cover the last names of all Americans

D．can tell us origins of our last names

What will mothers do if they get “Our Name is History” books?

A．They may be inspired to talk about some special women they remember.

B．They will collect information about their family roots.

C．They will learn how great their ancestors are.

D．They will share them with some other families.

What’s the purpose of the author in writing this passage?

A．To tell us how to explore family roots.

B．To help family traditions to live on.

C．To advertise “Our Name is History” books.

D．To tell us how to create our own family history.

Here is your best chance to travel around the UK in 2012: More than 200 B&Bs (bed & breakfast) across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are selected to offer you amazing services for your stay at their lowest prices! Don’t miss it. Just collect the vouchers（活动券）in our B&B Daily printed from 01/ 04/ 2012 to 07/ 04/ 2012 and book the stays for your travel following the terms and conditions below:
● The offer includes a room for the night and a breakfast the next morning.
● The offer is of two kinds: £20 per room, per night, valid（有效的）during stay
period of 02/ 04/ 2012—31/ 05/ 2012 and then again 01/ 09/ 2012— 31/ 10/ 2012;                                  £35 per room, per night, valid during stay period of 01/ 06/ 2012 — 31/ 08/ 2012.
● The offer is valid for a basic twin or double room only.
● The stay must be booked directly with the chosen B&Bs before 28/ 04/ 2012.
● Each voucher can only be used by the holder to book one room for one night.
● If voucher holders book either the £20 or £35 per room per night, any additional
services such as lunch, evening meal or activities may require an extra charge. But these are not required in order to take up the offer. Please check directly with your chosen B&Bs to see what extra services are available.
● Vouchers must be presented on arrival. If no vouchers are presented, the B&Bs may reserve（保留） the right to charge at full price for every night of stay.
● Vouchers may not be used together with any other offer.
● The voucher holders must pay for the stay in full at the time of booking. Additional £10 may be paid to confirm（确认）the booking and will be returned on arrival.
● The B&Bs reserve the right to refuse voucher holders’ bookings for people under the age of 18.
The voucher can be used for a stay at the chosen B&B on          .

A．09/ 01/ 2012	B．28/ 04/ 2012
C．01/ 03/ 2012	D．04/ 02/ 2012

How much should be paid for a two-night stay in October 2012 at a chosen B&B?

A．£ 70.

B．£30.

C．£35.

D．£40.

By taking up the offer, the voucher holders can choose to          .

A．have lunch or evening meal without paying extra money

B．book either a basic twin or double room at the chosen B&Bs

C．use the B&B offer together with other offers

D．book the stays through B&B Daily

阅读理解
阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
I was a very luck girl. Many girls didn’t know they could participate or even be good at sports, but I never needed to be told that because I grew up with my grandmother who was a great Olympian. Even today, many girls need that extra nod in sports, but where can they get it?

Winners Never Quit by Mia Hamm This picture book has a great message about how important attitude is in sports. I especially love the main character who is a child. This makes little girls and boys find themselves in similarly frustrating situation. You will find yourself saying “Winners Never Quit” a lot reading this book.

Players in Pigtails by Shana Corey This book takes the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League and personalizes it for young readers. Many young girls who love sports more than princess will like the main character and hopefully understand her desire to do what she loves.

Wilma Unlimited by Kathleen Krull It’s a true story of Wilma Rudolph, an African-American Olympian who, despite having polio(小儿麻痹) as a child, became the first American woman ever to win three gold medals at one Olympic Games. What did Wilma have in her corner? Not much more than great determination. This story is incredibly inspiring and the illustrations(插图) by David Diaz bring the amazing facts straight to your heart.

Basketball Belles by Sue Macy This book is set in 1896 and the attractive illustrations by Matt Collins take readers back to that time. The author takes you back into that gymnasium and makes you see not only how amazing that first game was for those devoted women who played in it, but also how important it was to all the women that have played basketball ever since.

What do we know about Winners Never Quit?

A．Its story happened in ancient times.

B．It shows sport isn’t always easy for children.

C．It tells the story of a successful adult player.

D．It mainly attracts girls who desire to be successful.

The main character who may play basketball was written by ______.

A．Mia Hamm	B．Shana Corey
C．Kathleen Krull	D．Sue Macy

What do the four books have in common?

A．They are all picture books intended for teenagers.

B．They all contain knowledge about the Olympics.

C．They all inspire girls to participate in sports.

D．They are all about modern sports players.

阅读理解
阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
This March is a busy month in Shanghai. There’s a lot to do. Here are the highlights.
Live Music—Late Night Jazz
Enjoy real American jazz from Herbie Davis, the famous trumpet player. He’s coming with his new 7-piece band, Herbie’s Heroes. Herbie is known to play well into the early hours, so don’t expect to get much sleep. This is Herbie’s third visit to Shanghai. The first two were sold out, so get your tickets quickly.

Scottish Dancing
Take your partners and get ready to dance till you drop. Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn.
Instructors will demonstrate the dances. The live band, Gordon Stroppie and the Weefrees, are also excellent.

Exhibitions—Shanghai Museum
There are 120,000 pieces on show here. Your can see the whole of Chinese history under one roof. It’s always interesting to visit, but doubly so at the moment with the Egyptian Tombs exhibition. There are lots of mummies and more gold than you’ve ever seen before. Let us know if you see a mummy move!

ining –Sushi chef in town
Sushi is getting really big in Shanghai. In Japan, it’s become an art form .The most famous Sushi “artist” is Yuki Kamura . She’s also one of the few female chefs in Japan. She’ll be at Sushi Scene all of this month.

For a full listing of events, see our website.
Suppose you are going to attend an activity at 8:00p.m. on Saturday, which one can you choose?

A．Live Music—Late Night Jazz

B．Scottish dancing

C．Exhibitions—Shanghai Museum

D．Dining—Sushi chef in town

Which of the following is true according to the advertisements?

A．Scottish dancing is so interesting and easy that it never tires you out.

B．The performance given by the American jazz band won’t last long .

C．Sushi is not popular in Shanghai as it is a kind of Japanese traditional food.

D．It is more interesting to visit Shanghai Museum for the exhibits from Egypt.

From the text we may learn that Kamura is  _________.

A．a cook	B．a waitress
C．an instructor	D．an artist

Nanjing and Hangzhou summer camps offered
We are looking for hard-working and open-minded English teachers to join the Nanjing ( Jiangsu Province) and Hangzhou ( Zhejiang Province) summer camps !
Both of the summer camps will run from the beginning of July to the end of August．You will be expected to teach spoken English to Chinese students of different ages．We encourage you to bring your own culture to the classes to make things more interesting.
The information of the Nanjing camp:
● Working hours: 40 hours per week, 5 working days per week.
● Salary: about 7, 000 RMB per month.
● Accommodation: free (single room).
The information of the Hangzhou camp:
● Working hours: 5 hours per day ( =" 50" min./class x 6 classes), one day rest per week.
● Salary: 20,160 RMB in total (420 RMB per day =" 70" RMB/class x 6 classes).
● Accommodation: free (shared room).
The requirements of the summer camps:
● Native English speakers (US, England, Canada, Australia, New Zealand).
● A university degree.
● Teaching experience.
Please send us your resume (简历), copies of certificates and passport if you are interested in the camps.
E-mail: teacher1324@ sinA． com．cn
For more information you can visit our website at http://www．English summer camps.com．cn.Look forward to hearing from you soon!
What kind of people is the passage mainly written for?

A．Chinese-English teachers．

B．Foreign-English teachers.

C．Chinese-speaking students．

D．English-learning students.

How long will a teacher work for the summer campsa?

A．Less than one month．

B．About five weeks.

C．About eight weeks．

D．More than two months.

Which of the following people might be accepted as a teacher at the summer camps?
A． Wang Li, an excellent teacher from China.
B． Robert, a high school student from the USA.
C． Linda, an experienced university teacher from Canada.
D． Jerry, a university student from Australia.
Compared with the Nanjing camp, the Hangzhou camp __________.

A．has longer working hours

B．has fewer students to teach

C．provides better accommodation

D．pays a higher salary

Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland

Voted Britain's clearest and most detailed road atlas（地图集）in a consumer survey, the 2016 edition of Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland contains 160 pages of road maps and clearly marked service areas. It also includes 10 big city approach maps and 64 extra-detailed town and city plans.
Paperback, 248 pages.
￡9.99
Mary Berry Cooks the Perfect

The nation’s best-loved home cook invites you to share the secrets of her favorite dishes. Mary Berry Cooks the Perfect features an all-new collection of 100 mouth-watering, simple recipes for any occasion. From delicious dinners such as Slow-Roast Shoulder of Lamb or Cottage Pie with Dauphinoise Potato Topping to special summer lunches such as Fiery Red Rice Salad and Summer Pudding, this is the perfect kitchen companion.
Hardback, 320 pages.
￡20.00  ￡16.99
Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary

Anne Bradford has been editing her Crossword Solver’s Dictionary since 1957, so this latest edition is based on over 50 years of crossword solving! Every word in this dictionary has appeared as a solution to a real crossword clue. With easy-to-read clear text design, this is an invaluable reference for both difficult and quick crosswords.
Paperback, 896 pages.
￡12.99  ￡9.99
Computing for Seniors

This leading computer guide explains in easy steps how to use the Internet, email, Skype and online shopping, plus how to manage your computer settings safely and securely. Updated for Windows 8 and Office 2013, it also sets out to make Tablet PCs, touchscreens and apps easier to be used, to give you confidence in your computing skills.
Paperback, 240 pages.
￡10.99  ￡9.99
What can be expected from Mary Berry Cooks the Perfect?

A．Easy cooking instructions.

B．How to make a perfect kitchen.

C．Tasty dishes from across the world.

D．How to cook a dinner in a secret way.

What do Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary and Computing for Seniors have in common?

A．They have similar pages.

B．They are in paperback.

C．They are the first editions.

D．They have the same discount.

Which of the following can be a guide for travelers?

A．Computing for Seniors.

B．Mary Berry Cooks the Perfect.

C．Bradford’s Crossword Solver’s Dictionary.

D．Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland.

◆The Big Cake Show comes to the WestPoint Arena in Exeter, England, March 21-22. Hopefully, cakes of all sizes will be on sale and on show. An impressive list of famous people sharing their great knowledge and skill includes Mary Berry, Paul Hollywood and Gregg Wallace. Tickets, from ￡12, are available online (bigcakeshow.com).
◆From January 17 to March 8, RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey, England has some special guests to brighten the winter: beautiful butterflies. Butterflies in the Glasshouse introduces a group of butterflies from other countries feeding on fruit and the juice-rich plants of the Exotic Zone, Tickets for adults are ￡13.20, for children are ￡6.60. For a family with 2 adults and 2 children, they should pay ￡32.75 in total. For groups of more than 10 adults, each should pay ￡10.80 (rhs. org.uk/wisley).
◆The week-long London Wine Week starts from May 18. Buy a ￡5 wristband to qualify for a pocket-sized guidebook and discounted wine around the capital. Partnering with London' s best bars and restaurants, we will be organizing events such as master classes and meet-the -maker time, plus offering discounts to wristband wearers ( londonwineweek.com ).
◆The World Shakespeare Festival begins in April, with everything from foreign productions of Shakespearean plays at Shakespeare's Globe to Shakespearean plays at the Royal Opera House. Plays will run until the end of the year in London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Gateshead. And there' s a programme of events such as director talks and family workshops, Prices start from ￡60 (worldshakespearefestival.org. uk).
We can infer that Paul Hollywood is most likely to be ___________.

A．a ticket dealer	B．a professional cook
C．the event organizer	D．the cake show host

If you want to buy wine at lower prices, you should _____________.
A. eat in the specific restaurants
B. pay ￡5 for a discount card
C, buy a wristband first
D. obtain a guidebook
Which of the following activities lasts for the longest time?

A．The Big Cake Show.

B．The London Wine Week.

C．Butterflies in the Glasshouse.

D．The World Shakespeare Festival.

Ellis Island is located in New York Harbor. Ellis Island is open daily year round from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours during summer. It is closed December 25. There is no admission charge to Ellis Island; but donations are gratefully accepted.
At Your Fingertips
Park information [phone]
Emergencies [phone]
Ferryboat information [phone]
Lost and found [phone]
Dining, gifts & audio tour 344-0996
Transportation
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ferry; Boats leave from Battery Park, Manhattan, and from Liberty State Park, New Jersey. They run about every 30 to 45 minutes beginning at 9:15 a.m.
(The time for ferry is changeable)
Hours: May vary; call the number above
Closed: December 25
Ferry fees (includes Liberty and Islands) adults, $7; senior citizens, $6; Children (age 3~17), $5. (Group rates are available for 25 or more adults.)
In summer, visitors will have ______ to visit Ellis Island.

A．a limited time	B．a longer time
C．a shorter time	D．a wonderful time

Which number would you call if your friends were suddenly ill?

A．[phone]	B．[phone]
C．[phone]	D．[phone]

We may infer from the passage that______.

A．visitors prefer to go to Ellis Island by boat

B．there are more visitors in winter

C．Ellis Island is open every day

D．Boat is the only transportation to Ellis Island