Enjoyable Saturday
     Do your children enjoy interesting stories, funny games, and exciting dances? Captain Goodfellow will be
ready to do all these things with children at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at 10:00, free.
                                                           Movies at the Museum
     Two European movies will be shown on Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre. See Broken Window
at 1:30. The Workers will be at 3:45. For further information, call 4987898.
                                                              International Picnic
     Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food all over
the world. Delicious and not expensive. Noon to 5:00 P.M.
                                                        Take Me out to the Ballgame
     It's November, and Saturday night (7:00-9:00) is your last chance to see the Red Birds this year. Get your
tickets at the game. It might be cold. Don't forget sweaters and jackets.
                                                      Do You Want to Hear "The Zoo"?
     "The Zoo", a popular rock group from Australia, will give their first US concert this Saturday night, at 8 at
Rose Hall, City College.

1. On Saturday morning, you can _____.

A. take children to play games at the City Theatre
B. go and watch a ballgame
C. go to a concert at Rose Hall, City College
D. go to the Central Park for a picnic

2. The Red Birds ballgame _____.

A. is in the afternoon
B. is outside
C. is at the gate
D. might be cold

3. "The Zoo" is _____.

A. a US concert
B. a park with many red birds in it
C. a music group
D. going to give their 1ast concert

4. Mr.Turner wants to have a nice Saturday. Which is NOT possible for him to do?

A. Watch a ballgame and have a picnic.
B. Have a picnic and see a movie.
C. Listen to concert and watch a ballgame.
D. Seeing a movie and listening to a concert.

     If you want to be a success, study at the University of Waikato is right for you. The university is
internationally recognized for its excellence and achievements. It will help you develop advanced research
skills. As a university student you can get first-class research facilities (設(shè)施) with trained teachers to help,
support and advise you in your study. We pride ourselves on our high standards, our research success and
our international recognition. For further information: info@waikato.ac.nz. Degree
     We offer a wide choice of bachelor's degrees (學(xué)士學(xué)位) for international students,which includes: Arts,
Communication Studies, Social Sciences, etc. Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education are only for
New Zealand citizens. For further information: deg@waikato.ac.nz.
Tuition Fees(學(xué)費(fèi))
     Tuition fees are different from department to department, generally from $ 5,000 to $ 6,000 a year. For
further information:tui @ waikato.ac.nz. Accommodation (住宿)
     You can have a room in a 4-bedroom flat, which will cost about $ 100 a month with other regular living
costs of about $ 150 a month for one person. For further information: acc@waikato.ac.nz.
Health
     The Student Health Service provides excellent medical services for students. The Medical Centre is open
five days a week, including student holidays with four doctors and nurses to meet your medical needs. For
further information: heal@waikato.ac.nz.
Sports
     The Centre is a great place to have sports activities. Trained exercise teachers can help you work out a
training plan and keep you active. The sports hall has volleyball,basketball and indoor football courts and a
swimming pool as well. There are also a large number of sports clubs at Waikato. For further information:
sports@waikato.ac.nz.

1. If you want to get more information about arts, you can write to _____.

A. sports@waikato.ac.nz
B. heal@waikato.ac.nz
C. deg@waikato.ac.nz
D. inf@waikato.ac.nz

2. You have to pay at least _____ a year if you study at the University of Waikato.

A. $5,250
B. $8,000
C. $9,000
D. $11,000

3. According to the text,what will you do if you are ill during Christmas holidays?

A. Go to a hospital nearby.
B. Buy some medicine in a drug store.
C. See a doctor at the school medical centre.
D. Try to get help from your classmates.

     Eight days for just ￥12,000
     Departs: May-October 2007
     Includes:
     ● Return flights from 6 China's airports to Naples
     ● Return airport to hotel transport
     ● Seven nights' accommodation at the 3-star Hotel Nice
     ● Breakfast
     ● The service of guides
     ● Government taxes
     Join us for a wonderful holiday in one of the Europe's most wonderful-Naples in Italy if you want to
have a nice time in a beautiful small quiet place. The ancient Romans called the city "happy land" with
attractive coastline,colorful towns, splendid views and the warm Mediterranean Sea. Your best choice for
a truly memorable holiday!
     Choose between the peaceful traditional villages of Sant' Agata, set on a hillside six miles away from
Sorrento, or the more lively and well-known international resort town of Sorrento, with wonderful views
over the Bay of Naples.
     Breathtaking scenery, famous sights and European restaurants everywhere. From the mysterious Isle
of Capri to the hunting ruins of Pompeii, and from the unforgettable "Amalfi Drive" to the delightful resorts
of Positano,Sorrento and Ravello, the area is a feast for the eyes! Join us, and you won't be disappointed!
     Price based on two tourists sharing a double room at the Hotel Nice. A single room, another ￥2,000.
A group of ten college students, ￥10,000 for each.
     Like to know more? Telephone Newmarket Air Holidays Ltd on: 0845-226-7788 (All calls charged at
local rates).

1. All the following are included in the price of ￥12,000 EXCEPT _____.

A. transport between the airport and the hotel
B. telephone calls made by tourists
C. the service of guides to tourists
D. double rooms for every two tourists

2. If you don't like sharing a room with others, you have to pay _____.

A. ￥12,000
B. ￥10,000
C. ￥2,000
D. ￥14,000

3. If you like to visit historical sites, which of the following is your best choice?

A. Amalfi.
B. Sant' Agata.
C. Pompeii.
D. Sorrento.

4. Who is the advertisement intended for?

A. Potential tourists.
B. College students.
C. Quiet people.
D. Old people.

                                                 Welcome to Goteborg University
     Goteborg University is one of Sweden's largest and most popular universities.
     We are very proud of this and believe that there are several reasons for our popularity. The principal
reasons we believe to be the high quality of our education and research and the broad range of courses
that we offer. In addition to this, Goteborg University provides an attractive and exceptionally (格外的)
high-standard study environment. Most parts of the university are situated in the city centre and this
enriches city life as well as student life.
     Goteborg has a lot to offer its students: it has a rich and varied cultural life with many theatres, concerts
and festivals. For those looking for outdoor life, forests and vast recreation (娛樂) areas are not far away
from the city centre; the sea and the archipelago (群島) are also within easy reach. Industry and commerce
are expanding, and have a joint interest with the University in meeting the ever-changing and growing
demands of society.
     Goteborg University strives (努力) to be an attractive choice for students from all over the world.
     We look forward to welcoming you to Goteborg University.

1. The main reasons for Goteborg University's popularity according to the passage is _____.

A. the high quality education and research and the wide range of courses
B. the convenient traffic
C. its excellent location and fast developing economical environment
D. famous professors and friendly students

2. Which of the following statements is true?

A. The university is in the city centre.
B. The students can live outdoor.
C. The cultural life of the university is very rich.
D. The University has no interest in growing demands of society.

3. What's the main purpose of this passage?

A. To bring fame to Goteborg University.
B. To introduce the wonderful cultural life in Goteborg University.
C. To declare Goteborg University's goal and interest.
D. To attract students all over the world to apply for Goteborg University.

     If you're a foreigner looking for a place that has everything, there's only one place to visit, and that's New
York. It's a whole world in a city.
     The World of Theater
     All of New York is a stage, and it begins with Broadway. Where else can you find so many shows in one
place? Only in New York!
     The World of Music
      Spend an evening with Beethoven at Lincoln Center. Swing to the great jazz of Greenwich Village. Or rock
yourself silly at the hottest dance spots found anywhere.
     The World of Art
     From Rembrandt to Picasso. From Egyptian tombs to Indian teepees. Whatever kind of art you like, you
will find it in New York.
     The World of Fine Dining
     Whether it is roast Beijing Duck in Chinatown, Lasagna in Little Italy, or the finest French coq au vin
(chicken cooked in wine) found anywhere, there is a world of great taste waiting for you in New York.
     The World of Sights
     What other city has a Statue of Liberty? A Rockefeller Center? Or a Bronx Zoo? Where else can you take
a horse-drawn carriage through the Central Park? Only in New York!

1. What do you think Rembrandt was / is?

A. A musician.
B. A place in the World of Art.
C. An artist.
D. A place in New York.

2. Which of the following programs can a visitor have only in New York?

A. To see the Statue of Liberty.
B. To spend an evening with Beethoven.
C. To taste the finest French coq au vin.
D. To enjoy the Beijing roast duck.

3. The purpose of writing this text is to _____.

A. Help the readers get a better understanding of New York
B. try to persuade the readers to visit New York
C. supply the readers with some information about New York jobs
D. tell the readers where New York lies

     The China Daily newspaper group is looking for English-language senior business editors, senior copy
editors, copy editors and graphic designers to strengthen its international team. We offer a competitive salary
package, free accommodation (住處, 住所) with utilities paid for, 90 per cent medical reimbursement, a
seven-day paid leave, eleven-day public holidays and a return ticket to the country of residence.
     Senior Business Editor
     You must:
     ★ assist the business editor in setting goals and working on achieving them;
     ★ be an excellent team person who can generate ideas and think creatively and be able to rewrite totally
if needed and mentor junior staff;
     ★ ideally have been working or have worked in a position of responsibility and understand what leadership
entails;
     ★ have had at least five years' editing experience working on editing the Business Desk and be familiar
with industry software.
     Senior Copy Editor
     You must:
     ★ work on shifts in the Business Desk and usually have the last word before the page is sent to print;
     ★ edit or rewrite copy and give snappy headlines and captions;
     ★ have had at least two years' editing experience working on editing desks and be familiar with industry
software. Copy Editor You must:
     ★ be good at editing or rewriting copy and writing snappy headlines and captions;
     ★ be able to work on shifts for different pages, and usually have the last word before the page is sent to
print;
     ★ have two years of editing experience working on copy desks, and be familiar with industry software.
     Graphic Designer
     You must:
     ★ have excellent skills in information graphics;
     ★ be good at illustrations and freehand drawings;
     ★ be experienced in newspaper or magazine layouts;
     ★ have a good sense of typography;
     ★ have good news judgment;
     ★ be well-versed with Macintosh software, including In Design, Illustrator and Photoshop;
     ★ be fluent in English.
     For enquiries or to apply, write to job@chinadaily.com.cn.

1. What is the purpose of this passage? 

A. To describe the positions of the China Daily newspaper group.
B. To describe the working conditions of the China Daily newspaper group.
C. To advertise for recruiting some good employees.
D. To tell you how to become part of this group.

2. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. The employees (雇員) have to pay for their own food and lodging (住所).
B. The workers there can enjoy a seven-day leave without pay.
C. The senior business editor's only job is to help the business editor to set goals.
D. The employees have the right to enjoy eleven-day public holidays.

3. How many positions need editing experience?

A. 1.
B. 2.
C. 3.
D. 4.

4. What is NOT required about Graphic Designer?

A. Be well-versed with Photoshop.
B. Have excellent skills in information graphics.
C. Having a good sense of typography.
D. Writing snappy headlines and captions.

5. Which can be the title of the advertisement?

A. China Daily: New Employees Wanted
B. China Daily: Newspaper
C. China Daily: An International Team
D. China Daily: The Best Working Condition

     Five million people visit Grand Canyon in the US every year. For the purpose of helping protect Grand
Canyon for your fellow visitors and future generations, please follow the guidelines below.
Camping
     To protect the park, camping is allowed only within permitted campgrounds. Permits are required for
overnight camping at the North Rim. Advance booking can be received by mail. Please write: Information
Center, P.O. Box 129, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023.
Fires
     Because of the extreme fire danger, campfires are not allowed except at Mather and Desert View
campgrounds. Collection of firewood is not allowed either.
Hiking
     Please stay oil permitted paths. Otherwise you may destroy desert plants. Pack out what you pack in, so
you leave no signs of your visit. It is important to keep in mind that you are in a national park where wildlife
exists.
Weather
     The weather at Grand Canyon can change very quickly. With so much rock,lightning causes a particular
danger during sudden summer storms These storms also frequently bring floods inside valleys, a danger to
hikers. Watch the skies and check daily weather reports.
Wildlife
     Do not feed park wildlife. There have been a few cases at Grand Canyon National Park where deer were
purposely shot because there are plastic bags that left them sick and weak. Hungry deer car be dangerous and
have kicked and bitten visitors at Grand Canyon. Some other animals will also beg and bite. For your own
safety and the well-being of the animals,please do not feed wildlife,no matter how gentle they may appear.

1. What can you do first if you want to go camping?

A. Know the permitted.
B. Book campgrounds in advance.
C. Make sure not to make afire.
D. Stop at Mather and Desert View.

2. What can you do first if you want to go camping?

A. Know the permitted.
B. Book campgrounds in advance.
C. Make sure not to make afire.
D. Stop at Mather and Desert View.

3. Why were deer killed on purpose at Grand Canyon?

A. They ate wrong things and become very ill.
B. They were a danger to other gentle animals.
C. They begged food from visitm-3.
D. They kicked and bit visitors.

4. What is the main purpose of the text?

A. To provide travel information.
B. To report some recent news.
C. To teach tourists hiking skills.
D. To introduce the wildlife.

     If you are looking for a summer camp job opportunity, the following are some summer camp jobs
available for 2010 summer.
     1. Fishing / Fly-fishing
     Male 21+. Teach fishing and fly-fishing (用假蠅釣魚) techniques. Live with 6-8 campers, teach basic
outdoor skills, lead backpacking trips and assist with canoe trips.
     Salary: $2,400.00-$3,000.00
     Roaring Brook Camp for Boys
     480 Roaring Brook Road
     Bradford, Vermont 05033, USA
     Contact: Dr. Candice Raines at (800) 802-747-0282
     2. Athletic Trainer
     International Sports Training Camp is a specialized sports camp located on a private 100-acre lake in
the scenic Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania. We are famous for our outstanding facilities,
innovative (創(chuàng)新的) programs and friendly staff. We are looking for both students and certified athletic
trainers.
     Salary: $2,500.00
     International Sports Training Camp.
     1100 Twin Lake Road
     Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 18360, USA
     Contact: Kara Klaus at (570) 6202267
     3. Head Cook
     Manage kitchen staff of 4, order food and prepare meals and snacks for 50-60 campers and staff daily
during sessions and training periods.
     Salary: $3, 000.00-$4,000.00
     Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies
     HC 83, Box 38DD
     Capon Bridge, West Virginia 26711, USA
     Contact: Vini Schoene at (540) 465-1516
     4. Drama Department Head
     Camp Airy (for boys) is seeking an experienced individual with a theater background and experience in
directing children's productions. Supervise counselor staff and direct two major productions in our
600-seat Outdoor Theatre. Our summer season runs from June 17 to August 18. Be sure to visit our
outstanding website at www.airylouise.org.
     Salary: Depends on Experience.
    Camp Airy & Camp Louise
    14938 Old Camp Airy Road
     Thurmont, Maryland 21788, USA
     Contact: Steve Goldklang at (410) 466-9010

1. Who would be most interested in the passage?

A. College teachers.
B. Online bloggers.
C. Holiday-goers.
D. Job seekers.

2. Mr. Smith is good at fishing and he plans to spend the summer doing what he loves and earn some
money. Which number should he dial?

A. (570) 6202267.
B. (540) 465-1516.
C. (800) 802-717-0282.
D. (410) 466-9010.

3. Which of the following statements about Athletic Trainer is TRUE?

A. College graduates are preferred.
B. Only professional athletes can apply.
C. This position offers a monthly salary of $3,500.
D. Applicants can get in touch with Kara Klaus.

4. Which of the following organizations offers a salary depending on experience?

A. Camp Airy & Camp Louise.
B. International Sports Training Camp.
C. Roaring Brook Camp for Boys.
D. Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies.

     WHAT'S ON STAGE
     Russian dances: The famous "Little White Birth" Dance Troupe will travel from Russia to present
performances in Beijing.
     The troupe, founded in 1948, is famous for their combination of Russian folk dances and classical
dancing art.
     It has been invited by the Beijing Foreign Culture Exchange Co to give four performances in Beijing.
     Tickets are available through ticket hotlines and website such as www. paio. com. cn, www.
chinaticket,
com and www. ticket, elong. com.
     Time: 7: 30 pm, January 18 - 21
     Place: Beizhan Theatre, 135, Xiwai Dajie, Xicbeng District
     Tel: 6606-4258
     EXHIBITIONS
     Kite show: All together 81 kites collected by the China National Art Museum is on show in the
Yanhuang
Art Museum.
     Kong Xiangze, an expert on Chinese kites, published a book on kites, explaining the origins of the
Kite-making process. The exhibited kites arc made in a traditional Chinese style.
     Time: 9 am-5 pm until February 11
     Place: 9 Huizhong Lu
     Tel: 6491-2902 CONCERTS
     Folk music: A concert of classics of Chinese folk music will greet audiences on the first day of the
Year of Snake at the Beijing Concert Hall.
     The China Song and Dance Ensemble will perform dozens of traditional instrumental pieces, such as
"Full of Joy", "Colourful Cloud Chasing the Moon." and "Spring Festival Suite."
     Time: 7: 30 pm, January 24
     Place: 1, Beixinhuajie, Xicheng District
     Tel: 6559-8285
     EVENTS
     Flower festival: The Beijing Botanical Garden is bringing people a blooming festival with the beautiful
flowers in its tropical (熱帶)plants greenhouse.
     The garden has introduced nearly 80 kinds of flowers abroad for the exhibition. There is also an
exhibition of potted narcissus (水仙) landscapes. More than 300 mini landscapes involving imported
narcissus will be displayed, people can get a preview of the show by visiting www. beijingbd, com, the
garden's website.
     Time: 8:30 am-5 pm until January 28
     Place: Wofosi Lu near the Fragant Hills
     Tel: 8259-5547