Lost Cat Please help me to find our cat. His name is Fluff and he’s a Persian cat. The photo is an old one—Fluff is bigger now. Fluff went missing from our home on Christmas Day of 2011. If you find him, please phone me at 91843568. I’m Jack Lim and my address is: 32 Lavender Lane, Singapore 532981. Reward for finding Fluff: $ 50.00

 
小題1:The name of the cat is ______.

A．Persian

B．Fluff

C．Lavender

D．Jack

小題2:If you find the cat, you can call its owner at ______.

A．532981

B．918435

C．91843568

D．84356891

小題3:This passage is most probably from a ______.

A．map

B．dictionary

C．guidebook

D．newspaper

(正面)

(背面)
小題1:Where can you find such a card?

A．a(chǎn) bus station

B．a(chǎn) park

C．a(chǎn) bank

D．a(chǎn) hotel

小題2:How many buses can reach the hotel?

A．Two

B．Three

C．Four

D．One

小題3:What can a guest do if he gets lost?

A．He can take Bus 507 to the hotel

B．He can wait until the light is green.

C．He can call the hotel at the phone number on the card.

D．He can visit the website.

小題4:Which of the following is true?

A．The card can be used to open the door.

B．Open the door when the red light is on.

C．A guest can keep the card when he checks out.

D．If the card is lost, a guest will have to pay for it.

The Hawaiian Islands ◆◇◆Hawaii The “Big Island” of Hawaii is a paradise (天堂) playground where visitors can enjoy a popular lifestyle and at the same time, witness the attraction of nature thousands of square miles form a wonderland, featuring breathtaking beaches, forests, snow–covered mountains and amazing active volcanoes. A visit to Volcanoes National Park, which is described as a true wonder of the world, is a must. It is the state’s biggest attraction. ◎Accommodations Seasons Resort Hualala from $ 205.00 Fairmont Orchid from $108.00 ◎Sightseeing and Experiences Circle Island Tour from $48.00 ◆◇◆Kauai The beautiful landscape of Kauai has led to it being called the “Garden Isle”, but it is also referred to as the “Island of discovery”, and with good reason – a land of striking natural contrasts just waiting to be explored. Green mountains, a breathtaking coastline and white sand beaches combine to make this magical place one of the world’s most relaxing locations. ◎Accommodations Hyatt Kauai from $ 101.00 Sheraton Kauai Resort from $ 79.00 ◆◇◆ Maui Voted the “World’s Best Island”, Maui is widely regarded as one of the most romantic destinations on the earth. It is known as the “Valley Isle” and was the ancient playground for Hawaiian royalty. The island is largely rural with a small and wonderful population and a host of attractions and nature wonders. ◎Accommodations Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa from $ 87.00 Sheraton Maui from $ 99.00 ◆◇◆Oahu Oahu has a unique rhythm, filling the air with sweet fragrances (香氣), music and language from beaches and nightlife to rainforests and valleys. Adventure, romance, discovery – Oahu waits for you. ◎Accommodations Halekulani from $ 121.00 Hilton Hawaiian Village from $ 73.00 ◎Sightseeing and Experiences Royal Circle Island Tour from $ 34.00 Paradise Cove Lu’au $ 44.00 ◆◇◆Lanai Lanai in one of the smallest Hawaiian Island, yet it’s full of surprises. Known as the “Pineapple Isle”, it combines all the natural beauties ranging from the paradise of Shipwreck Beach to underwater sea caves. ◎Accommodations Four seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay from $ 134.00     ※  All prices are based on per person per night.

小題1:For two adults spending two nights in one of the accommodations, they have to pay at least     .

A．$73.00

B．$146.00

C．$136.00

D．$292.00

小題2:According to the passage, the “Garden Isle”        .

A．is the smallest of the Hawaiian Islands

B．is an island with a very small population

C．is a place to explore the land of nature

D．features beaches, forests and snow-covered mountains

小題3:The passage is mainly intended to      .

A．tell differences between islands in Hawaiian

B．provide a better understanding of the geography of Hawaiian

C．offer accommodation services to the tourists

D．a(chǎn)ttract people to make a visit to Hawaiian

Mid-IB at a glance
The summer vacation is the time to consolidate（鞏固）your learning and prepare for the year ahead. In July and August Oxford Study Courses will once again hold its Mid-IB Summer School for students half way through their IB Diploma（國際預(yù)科證書）.
We’ll be back giving another generation of IB students a unique opportunity to sample a way of life enjoyed by students at famous universities.
Students who have completed the first year of their IB Diploma can join us and we can help them prepare for their important second year.
Students can choose how many subjects they study. Each subject is studied for one week. You can attend up to 5 weeks.
The Mid-IB Summer School is held at Cambridge University in the UK （between June 20th and August 1 st） and at Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology （MIT）in Boston, USA （between July 6th and July 25th）.
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Student comments
◆ “The classes have shown me new approaches to learning. I have also learned how to approach exam questions and now feel confident in doing so.”
◆ “It was cool creating tight and close relationships with other students from around the world, realizing we all had a connection to each other.”
◆ “I really enjoyed the level of independence, although I felt like people were watching out for us. I also felt like an Oxford student!”
◆ “I have enjoyed the learning style and the course work has been extremely beneficial（有益處的）academically.”
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Enjoy the summer
Our Summer School gives you an action-packed social scene with visits to the fun places in the area, organized sports and social events, and advice on how to enjoy your free time in these amazing cities with your new friends. Welcome to contact us at ose@ose-ib.com or on +44（0）1865 521802!
小題1:The Mid-IB Summer School is intended for the students who ________.

A．have finished their first year of college

B．intend to apply for Oxford University

C．don’t know how to spend their summer vacation

D．have completed the first year of their IB Diploma

小題2:What can be inferred from the text?

A．Students will visit many fun places around the world.

B．A student can at most choose 5 subjects.

C．Only students from England and America have access to the school.

D．Students can obtain their IB Diploma when they finish their studies.

小題3:Which of the following about the Mid-IB Summer School is true?

A．It begins in July.

B．It provides only academic courses.

C．It is held in three universities.

D．Students attending will study for 5 weeks.

小題4:The text is most probably a（n）_________.

A．news story

B．speech

C．travel guide

D．a(chǎn)dvertisement

Located in the middle of the northern lights belt, Tromso can offer some of the highest levels of northern lights activity on earth. Perhaps Tromso is the world's best place for a Northern Lights Tour.
Join one of our Northern Lights Holidays this winter. It could become one of the greatest experiences in your life.
DESTINATION Troms county, Norway.
PRICE $450 per person
WHEN 2th September until 31st March.
PICK-UP Each evening at 6 PM pitside your hotel.
DROP-OFF Earliest at 12 AM. When we have a sighting we often stay out later, at no extra cost.
SIZE OF GROUP Maximum 8 participants is recommended and normal, but not absolute. A small group allows more freedom in terms of chasing the northern lights.
INCLUDED
- Transportation each day in a comfortable car
- A meal each day
- All necessary equipment such as snowshoes, flashlight, water-filled bottle, woolen underwear, a war, hat, warm shoes, warm stockings, and reindeer skin to lie on, if needed.
- A guide who will do anything necessary to find the northern lights.
EXCITING CHASE
A Northern Lights Holiday means an intense and exciting chase – to the coast or deep into the wild, perhaps even to the Finnish border. Each day on a Northern Lights Tour we contact meteorologists shortly before departure to get accurate information. In order to find out where we will have best chances to see the northern lights.
WE GUARANTEE A GREAT TRIP
The northern lights are unpredictable, but we guarantee that we will do everything to find it. Patience is a keyword on Northern Lights Tour.
ECO-TOURISM
We offer ecologically sustainable and responsible tours. Travelling in small groups is an essential part of the ecotourism concept, as small groups have lesser impact on nature and will not disturb the wildlife unnecessarily.
小題1:A small group is preferred for the following reasons EXCEPT that      

A．a(chǎn) small group is free to run after the northern lights

B．a(chǎn) small group has less effect on nature

C．a(chǎn) small group can save the travel cost

D．a(chǎn) small group will not disturb wildlife

小題2:The underlined word“it”refers to “         ”

A．the northern lights tour

B．patience

C．equipment

D．the northern light

小題3:We can infer that        

A．if tourists stay out late,they have to pay more

B．every tourist group is not sure to see the northern lights

C．every tourist group get the money back if they don’t see the northern lights

D．the northern lights can be seen every day from 20th September to 31st March

小題4:The passage is most likely to be taken from a(n)        

A．a(chǎn)dvertisement	B．news report
C．science textbook	D．tourist brochure

1. Need a room close to the US
Embassy for a week in early January
I need a room close to the US embassy for a week in early January. My parents are going to the US embassy for visa interview on January 7th. I am looking for a place for them to stay around this date. Hotels are too expensive for them since they have been retired long ago. They speak Chinese only. Rent can be made through Paypal in USD or cash in CNY, if the price is right.
Reply to: house-510574487@craigslist.org
2. House wanted May 17-24
Looking for 5 bedrooms from May 17-24. Can be one large apartment or 2 smaller ones, but they must be close to each other. Please email me at jcshap@sina.com if you have a nice place with air conditioning, high speed Internet.
3. Home swap or share
I have a beautiful 3-bedroom home with pool and spa (桑拿浴池) in Las Vegas, the USA, 10 minutes from the strip (商業(yè)街). I am willing to share or swap (交換) my house for yours (home or apartment) during the holiday. I need a place for 2 or 3 people in Shanghai from May 19-25. in exchange, you can have my house for any week either during the holiday, or any other time as long as I have a one-month advance notice to set up for you so you can have my house all to yourselves. If interested, please email me at sdiem@cox.net and I will send photos for my home.
4. Apartment or house wanted May 8-28, 2013
My daughter is working in Shanghai and my family wants to be there to stay with her for some time. We are looking for a 2-3 room apartment or house to rent from May 28 in the Pudong District. Need air conditioning.
Thanks
Reply to: wcondon7@msn.com
小題1:Which advertisement pays special attention to housing location and price?

A．Advertisement One.	B．Advertisement Two.
C．Advertisement Three.	D．Advertisement Four.

小題2:The four advertisements all need a place _________.

A．with access to the Internet	B．for at least seven days
C．for at least three people	D．with air conditioning

小題3:If your family leave Shanghai for America for a seven-day trip next month, you will probably contact __________.

A．house-510574487@craigslist.org	B．jcshap@sina.com
C．sdiem@cox.net	D．wcondon7@msn.com

小題4:Which advertisement is looking for a place in a way different from the other three?

A．Advertisement One.	B．Advertisement Two.
C．Advertisement Three.	D．Advertisement Four.

Advertisement
★Share Flat. Happy Valley big flat, one room ready for use immediately, quiet and convenient, fully furnished, park view. $6,800 including bills with maid.
Female nonsmoker. No pet. Sara 25720836 or 10077809.
★Moving Sale: 2 armchairs, red/ brown at $400 each; coffee table, black, wood,$800; oil painting, big, $900; Tianjin carpet, green, 3×7, $600; double bed, $500; mirror, big square, $500;  fridge, big, double-door, $1,000; old pictures, $140 up, each.  Tel: Weekend, 2521-6011; Weekday, 2524-5867.
★Part-time Laboratory Assistant Wanted. Required by busy electronics company to help with development of computer. Should have an electronics degree and some practical experience of working in an electronics laboratory. Hours 9:30am-1:00pm, Mon.-Fri. Fourteen days paid leave. Salary 6,598-10,230 dependent on experience. Letter of application to: Mrs G Chan, NOVA ELECTRONICS, 45 Gordon RD, Hung Hom Knowloon.
小題1:The one who puts on the first advertisement probably wants to ______.

A．rent a beautiful flat of her own in Happy Valley

B．find another lady to share the cost to rent a flat

C．share her room in a flat with whoever has no pet

D．find a maid to look after herself

小題2:According to the advertisements, you may _______.

A．buy an old picture for $150

B．call 25720836 to see a beautiful park

C．buy two armchairs for $400

D．hire a maid（女仆）by paying $6,800

小題3:If you want to buy some old furniture, you should  ______.

A．get in touch with NOVA ELECTRONICS

B．call 2524-5867 any day except Monday

C．do it before you move to another place

D．call either 2524-5867 on Monday or 2521-6011 on Saturday

小題4:Once you get a part-time job in NOVA ELECTRONICS,  _______.

A．you will be given 14 days off each year besides weekends

B．you will get $6,598 each month no matter how experienced you are

C．your have to work at least 4 hours a day

D．you should write a letter of application to Mrs. G Chan

subways

The Tokyo Metro and Toei Lines	Features: The Tokyo Metro and Toei lines that make up of Tokyo’s huge subway system carry almost 8 million people each day, making it the busiest system in the world. The system is famous for its oshiya- literally, “pusher”- who push passengers into crowded subway cars so the doors can close. And you think your ride is hell.
The Moscow Metro	Features: The Moscow Metro has some of the most beautiful stations in the world. The best of them were built during the Stalinist era and feature chandeliers(枝行吊燈)，marble moldings and elaborate murals(精美壁畫). With more than 7 million riders a day , keeping all that marble clean has got to be a burden.
The Hong Kong MTR	Features: The Hong Kong MTR has the distinction of being one of the few subway systems in the world that actually turns a profit. It’s privately owned and uses real estate development along its tracks to increase income and ridership. It also introduced “Octopus cards” that allow people to not only pay their fares electronically, but buy stuff at convenience stores ,supermarkets, restaurants and even parking meters. It’s estimated that 95% of all adults in Hong Kong own an Octopus card.
Shanghai Metro	Features: Shanghai is the third city in China to build a metro system, and it has become the country’s largest in the 12 years since it opened. Shanghai Metro has 142 miles of track and plans to add another 180 miles within five years. By that point, it would be three times larger than Chicago “L”. The system carries about 2.18 million people a day.
The London Metro	Features: Londoners call their subway the Underground, even though 55 percent of it lies above ground. No matter when you’ve got the oldest mass-transit system in the world, you can call it anything you like. Trains started in 1863 and they’ve been running ever since. Some 3 million people ride each day, every one of them remembering to “Mind the gap”

小題1:Which one can provide the riders with some wonderful decorations at the stations?

A．The Tokyo Metro and Toei Lines	B．The Moscow Metro
C．The London Metro	D．The Hong Kong MTR

小題2: ___________ is done with the purpose of making money.

A．The Tokyo Metro and Toei Lines	B．The Moscow Metro
C．Shanghai Metro	D．The Hong Kong MTR

小題3:We can learn from the passage that Shanghai Metro ___________.

A．carries the most people each day

B．is the world’s largest

C．may be larger than the Chicago “L” in the future

D．is the busiest in the world

小題4:How many subways carry more than 5 million people per day?

A．2

B．3

C．4

D．5

小題5:What can be inferred from the passage?

A．Shanghai is the third to build a metro system in China, which has become the largest in the world.

B．You’ll feel sick when you travel on the Tokyo Metro and Toei Lines.

C．Londoners call their subway the Underground because 55 percent of it lies above ground.

D．It is estimated that 95% of the population in Hong Kong own an Octopus card.

Dublin City Hall
Inside City Hall is an interesting exhibition about Dublin’s history, with historical items from the old city and multimedia presentations. The building, which dates from 1779, once badly damaged, was recently renovated. Guided tours are available. Open Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m.~5:15 p.m., Sunday and holidays 2:00 p.m.~5:00 p.m. Admission is ?6.50. Phone 672- 2204.
Dublin Castle
This is a joy for anyone interested in archaeology or history. Dublin Castle was built in the 13th century on top of the foundations of a Viking structure. The castle served as a military fortress, prison, court of law and the core (核心) of British administration in Ireland until 1922. It’s now used for state functions and government conferences. Guided tours are available. Open Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m.~4:50 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays 2:00 p.m.~4:50 p.m. Closed during state functions. Admission is ?4.50. Phone 677- 7129 or 677- 7270.
Trinity College
The sole college of the University of Dublin, Trinity was founded by Queen Elizabeth I in 1592. The reason most visitors venture to Trinity is to take a look at the Book of Kells, which is on display at the Old Library. The ticket price includes admission to the Long Room, a striking space that contains 200,000 of the college’s oldest books. Open Monday to Saturday 9.30am~5pm, Sunday noon~4:30 p.m. (from 9:30 a.m. June to September). College Green. Phone 608 -1177.
Irish Museum of Modern Art
Housed in the beautifully restored (修復) Royal Hospital Kilmainham (which was modelled (復制) on Les Invalides in Paris), the museum exhibits contemporary art and has an impressive permanent collection that includes pieces representing the cutting edge of Irish and international art. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 a.m.~5:30 p.m., Sunday and holidays noon~5:30 p.m. The museum has no admission charge. Military Road, Kilmainham. Phone 612- 9900. 
James Joyce Centre
James Joyce is one of Dublin’s most famous 20th century writers. Author of such works as Dubliners, Ulysses and his autobiographical novel A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, Joyce’s name is forever linked to the city of Dublin. The James Joyce Centre is dedicated to promoting the life and works of James Joyce to novices and scholars alike. Open Tues.~Sat. 10:00 a.m.~5:00 p.m., Sun. 1: p.m.~5:00 p.m., admission costs ?5.00 for adults. North Great George’s Street. Phone 878- 8547.
小題1:According to the passage, we can know ________.

A．Dublin Castle was used for government conferences

B．the sole college of the University of Dublin was established by Queen Elizabeth II

C．Dublin Castle served as a court of law in the 1930s

D．the novel A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is about James Joyce’s life

小題2:The underlined word “renovated” in the first paragraph means ________.

A．reviewed

B．recreated

C．repaired

D．destroyed

小題3:Which place do you pay the least money to visit?

A．Dublin City Hall.	B．Dublin Castle.
C．Irish Museum of Modern Art.	D．James Joyce Centre.

Bicycle tour(旅行)and race
A bike tour and race will be held on August 26 and 27(Sat. & Sum. ). At 5:30am, the riders will leave Tian'anmen Square and ride the first 35 kilometers as a training leg.  Then the next 55 kilometres leg, from Yanjiao to Jixian, will be the first competitive(競爭性的)part of the tour. The riders and their bikes will then be taken from Jixian to Changli.
The second racing leg of the tour will be from Changli to the seaside of Nandaibe, covering a distance of 20 kilometres. Saturday night includes the stay at Nandaihe and supper. Sunday morning is free for play at the seaside. At noon all the people and their bikes will be taken back to Beijing.
Cost:200 yuan   Telephone:4675027
Brazilian footballers
The Brazilian Football Club will play Beijing Guo'an Team at the Workers Stadium on August 26. The club has four national team players . Also coming is 1994 US World Cup star Romario who has promised to play for at least 45 minutes.
Ticket prices:60,100,150 yuan
Time/Date:4:30 pm, August 26(Sat. ) Telephone:5012372
Rock climbing
The Third National Rock Climbing Competition will be held on August 26-27 at the Huairou Mountain-climbing Training Base. More than 10 teams from Beijing, Wuhan, Dalian, Jilin and other places will take part in it. A Japanese team will give an exhibition climbing. Free for spectators(觀眾).
Take a long-distance bus from Dongzhimen to Huairou.
Time/Dates:9-12 am, August 26 and 27
Telephone:7143177, 7144850, Wang Zhenghua
小題1:The main purpose of announcing the above events is to give information about      .

A．visiting teams

B．famous players

C．things to do for the weekend

D．prices to pay for the sports events

小題2:If you take part in the bike tour, you will ride for       .

A．35 kilometres	B．55 kilometres
C．75 kilometres	D．110 kilometres

小題3:the underlined word "leg" in "Bicycle tour and race" probably means       .

A．race	B．practice
C．part of the training	D．part of the tour

小題4:What is special about the rock climbing competition?
A foreign team takes part in it.
B. You can watch it without paying.
C. You don't have to be a sportsman to take part.
D. The bus trip to the place of the competition is free.
小題5: If you want to find something to do for Saturday afternoon, which telephone number will you call?

A．4675027

B．7143177

C．5012372

D．7144850