Many museums house works of art,and some have valuable pieces that can never be replaced.These museums give the (51) (公众)a chance to enjoy their treasures.In the past,people could (52) (几乎不)talk when visiting museums.Today,rules aren't as strict,but following some (53) (基本的)rules is still necessary.
Respect(尊重)the space
Keep the museum space clean and throw away all rubbish.
(54) (避免)standing against walls and watch where you walk.
No food is allowed.Finish (55) (吃)all the food before entering the museum.
Respect the art
No touching the art.Hands,(56) (手指)or any body part should never come into contact with the artwork.(Someone thinks a small touch won't hurt the artwork,but imagine how those"touches"would add up with (57) (百)or thousands of visitors every day.)
No flash photos.Bright lights can be (58) (有害的)to the art.
Respect other visitors
Complete silence isn't necessary,but talk in a low (59) (说话声).
Stand in lines while buying tickets or waiting.
Follow the rules (60) (在…上面).It can make everyone's museum experience safe and enjoyable.
The 14th Chinese Language Competition attracted about 1100 children from kindergarten kids to high school students. The children from different language and cultural backgrounds met in San francisco and competed in events like Chinese calligraphy (书法) drawing and Chinese poetry recital(背诵).
Gor Thomson,an 11th﹣grade boy from Justin﹣Siena High School in Napa city of California,has studied Chinese language for three years. It was hard for him to learn Chinese at the beginning because it was one of the most dificult languages in the world. However the writing of Chinese characters is a form of art. which made him feel different. It's amazing to see how attractive Chinese culture is. he said.
Julie, a 12th﹣grade girl shared her similar experience of leaming Chinese for four years. When recalling her trip in Beijing and Shanghai, she expressed huge interest in shared bikes, The shared bike is known as one of the new"Great Inventions of China, along with Chinas Express Railway and Alipay online payment system. They amaze the whole word as part of Chinas rapid rise.
According to the hosting organization, the Confucius Institute at San Francisco State University, the competition was mainly for American and overseas Chinese kids. It aimed to set a platform to present (展示 )their Chinese language and culture talents. It also helped to deepen the understanding of young Americans about the Chinese culture and history
(1)Where was the 14th Chinese Language Competition held?
A. In Beijing
B. In Shanghai.
C. In Napa city.
D. In San Francisco
(2)What is among the new""Great Inventions " of China according to the passage?
A. Railway
B. Paper making
C. The Shared bike
D. Chinese calligraphy
(3)Which statement is TRUE about the competition?
A. All college students took part in it
B. It was not only for overseas Chinese kids
C. It was hosted by Justin﹣Siena Hight School
D. Students competed in different languages
(4)What is the best title for the passage?
A.Chinese Culture Talent Show Presented
B.New"Great Inventions"Made in China
C.Chinese Language Competition Held Again
D.Ways To Learn The Chinese Language Shared
Last summer, Mac Hollan, a primary school teacher, was cycling to Alaska with two friends
On the way, his friends had to stop for a bicycle repair, but they encouraged Mac to ride hey would catch up with him soon.
Mac began to cycle alone. A few minutes later, Mac heard quick and loud breathing behind him
Man, thats a big dog! he thought, But when he looked to the side, he saw immediately that it
wasn't a dog at all, but a wolf, quickly catching up with him.
Mac' s heart jumped. He searched and took out his can of bear spray(防熊喷雾), With one hand
one hand on the bars, he fired the spray at the wolf. A bright red cloud enveloped the animal To Mac's relief(宽慰), it fell back, shaking its head. A minute later, however, it was again by his side. It even attacked the back of Mac's bike tearing open his tent bag. He fired at the wolf a second
time, and again, it fell back, only to quickly restart the chase (追赶).
Mac was riding hard now. He waved and shouted at passing cars without slowing down.
At that moment, Paul and Becky were driving their car on their way to Alaska. They found dog﹣like animal running alongside a man on a bike, As they got closer, they realized that"dog" was a wolf. Mac heard a large car behind him. He kept waving and shouting as the wolf was catching up closer. And the car did stop in front of him at the right time.
(1)Why did Mac ride alone?
A. He liked riding alone.
B. He wanted to try the bear spray.
C. His friends were repairing the bike.
D. His friends returned for their tents.
(2)How did Mac feel when he realized a wolf was after him?
A. Calm.
B. Frightened.
C. Excited.
D. Painful.
(3)What does the underlined word"it"in Paragraph 3refer to?
A. The wolf.
B. The dog.
C. The can.
D. The cloud.
(4)In the end, how did Mac ask for help?
A. By riding hard.
B. By using the bear spray.
C. By waving and shouting.
D. By chasing after the car.
When you go on a vacation, the hotel you choose and the room you stay in are important. There are many cool theme (主题) hotel rooms around the world. Here are some of them.
The Harry Potter Room The George Castle Hotel in England gives its guests the experience of staying in Harry Potters world. This 19th﹣century castle hotel is beside Harry Potter tour bus stop. The bus will take you to the Making of Harry Potter studio tour. |
Ice Theme Room An ice theme can be found at Hotel de Glace in Canada. In winter, you can get a fireplace and a private spa in the rooms. The ice hotel has new rooms each year. This winter, it will build a room with the theme of Disney's movie Frozen. |
Pirate(海盗) Theme Room If you want a more attractive theme room, the Adventure Island Hotel in America is the best choice. In their pirate theme rooms, you'll feel like you're on a pirate ship in a world of sea adventures. |
Night at the Movie Room At the Wensley Hotel in Australia, guests are crazy about the Night at the Movies Room. There they can see different things of Hollywood, such as Hollywood signs over the door,and hand﹣painted actor's pictures above the bed. |
(1)What can guests do during their stay at the George Castle Hotel?
A. Visit a movie studio.
B. Have a private spa.
C. Enjoy a movie night.
D. Play an adventure game.
(2)Who is most likely to choose the Adventure Island Hotel?
A. Kids who love Disneyland.
B. Kids who love pirate stories.
C. Adults who love castle tours.
D. Adults who love watching movies.
(3)What is the possible choice for a super fan of Hollywood movies?
A. The Wensley Hotel.
B. Hotel de Glace.
C. The George Castle Hotel.
D. The Adventure Island Hotel.
(4)Where is the text probably taken from?
A. A storybook
B. A science book
C. A history book
D. A travel guide book
如果你足够细心,就不会犯简单的错误.
You won't any simple mistakes you careful enough.
我想知道明天我们在哪里见面.
I wonder meet tomorrow.