Are you looking for some new and exciting places to take your kids (孩子) to? Try some of these places:
l Visit art museums. They offer a variety of activities to excite your kids' interest. Many offer workshops for making land-made pieces, traveling exhibits, book signings by children's favorite writer, and even musical performances and other arts
l Head to a natural history museum. This is where kids can discover the past from dinosaur(恐龙) models to rock collections and pictures of stars in the sky. Also, ask what kind of workshops and educational programs are prepared for kids and any special events that are coming up.
l Go to a Youtheater. Look for one in your area offering plays for child and family visitors. Pre-show play shops are conducted by area artists and educators where kids can discover the secret about performing arts. Puppet(木偶)making and stage make-up are just a couple of the special offerings you might find.
l Try hands-on science. Visit one of the many hands-on science museums around the country. These science play-lands are great fun for kids and grown-ups alike. They'll keep your child mentally and physically active the whole day through while pushing buttons, experimenting, and building. When everyone is tired, enjoy a fun family science show, commonly found in these museums.
【小题1】If a child is interested in the universe, he probably will visit         .

A．a Youtheater

B．an art museum

C．a natural history museum

D．a hands-on science museum

【小题2】What can kids do at a Youtheater?

A．Look at rock collections.

B．See dinosaur models.

C．Watch puppet making.

D．Give performances.

【小题3】What does "hands-on science" mean in the last paragraph?

A．Science games designed by kids.

B．Learning science by doing things.

C．A show of kids' science work.

D．Reading science books.

【小题4】Where does this text probably come from?

A．A science textbook.

B．A tourist map.

C．A museum guide.

D．A news report.

Children’s Storybooks and Tales: This site is dedicated to Children’s Story Books and how to tell Children’s Stories. If you enjoy a child’s story or have kids of your own then please browse (浏览) this site to find some great stories and how to read them.
The Cat in the Hat---Dr. Seuss
In the first book featuring the character (The Cat in the Hat, 1957), the Cat brings chaos (混乱) to a household of two young children on one rainy day while their mother is out. Bringing with him two creatures appropriately named Thing One and Thing Two, the Cat performs all sorts of tricks to amuse the children, with mixed results. The Cat’s tricks are vainly opposed by the family pet, who is a conscious goldfish. The children (Sally and her older brother) finally prove good ones, capturing the Things and bringing the Cat under control. He cleans up the house on his way out, disappearing seconds before the mother comes back.
The Famous Fire---Enid Blyton
The Famous Fire is Enid Blyton’s most popular and celebrated series of children’s books. The sequence (顺序) began life in 1942, when the first book, Fire on a Treasure Island was published and it has won great praise from both fans and critics. The series has gone on to become amongst the best-loved stories ever to have been written for children.
Tom and Pippo in the Garden---Helen Oxenbury
In 1988 Helen Oxenbury created a series of books featuring Tom, a naughty young boy, and his beloved stuffed monkey, Pippo. Ms. Oxenbury remarked that Tom was very much like her son “when he was a little boy”. Like Tom, her son would often blame his misdeeds on his trusted buddy, the friendly family dog.
The BFG---Roald Dahl
The story is about an orphan girl named Sophie. One night when Sophie cannot sleep during the “witching hour” and sees a giant blowing something into bedroom windows down the street. The giant sees her, and although she tries to hide in the bed, he reaches through the window and carries her away to his home.
【小题1】It can be inferred from the The Cat in the Hat that ________.

A．the goldfish likes to keep company with the cat

B．all tricks performed by the cat are not amusing

C．Sally has to clean up the house before her mother comes back

D．the cat finally takes control of the Things

【小题2】From the book Tom and Pippo in the Garden, we know ________.

A．Pippo is a naughty dog causing trouble in the family

B．Tom likes to keep a pet dog at home

C．Ms. Oxenbury complained about her son’s dishonesty

D．Pippo always gets the blame for everything that goes wrong

【小题3】According to the book The BFG, “the witching hour” may refer to a time ________.

A．when magic things can happen	B．when a girl can’t fall asleep
C．when a person dreams a nightmare	D．when a child can be taken away

【小题4】For whom is the passage most likely intended?

A．Children.

B．Parents.

C．Teachers.

D．Writers.

A2 and AS Level Revision at Easter 2012
Course Dates
Courses run from Monday to Friday each week.
◆    One Week Courses
Monday 6 April—Friday 10 April
Monday 13 April— Friday 17 April
◆    Two Week Courses
Monday 6 April—Friday 17 April
Students may arrive a day earlier （Sunday） and/or depart a day later （Saturday） at extra cost.
Number of Students per Class
The average number of students is usually between 1 and 4 per class. As the numbers increase　in a class, the number of “contact hours” is suitably increased to allow extra time. Many students　will find themselves in privately tutored（指导） classes giving them ultimate flexibility（灵活性） and attention of the Revision Tutor.
Fees
One Week Boarding Fees: 1,495 GB Sterling （5 days/4 nights）
Two Week Boarding Fees: 2,895 GB Sterling （12 days/11 nights）
One Week Day Fees: 1,095 GB Sterling （5 days）
Two Week Day Fees: 2,165 GB Sterling （10 days）
Optional Extra Elements
Extra Night’s Accommodation（住宿）: 70 GB Sterling （including meals）
Additional Private Tutoring: 60 GB Sterling per hour
How to Apply
We provide you the majority of A2 and AS subjects. Before you apply, please contact us to tell us which subject areas you would like to cover. We will then be able to check whether a space is available. Once a space has been confirmed as available, you will need to apply online or via the PDF, and also compete the Additional Information PDF. After you apply, we will require you to fill in a detailed form explaining your requirements. If you have any question, don’t hesitate to ask us.
【小题1】Before you apply for the course, you must _______.

A．explain your requirements in a form in detail

B．make sure that they have the area you want

C．go to the school to get the application form

D．complete the Additional Information PDF

【小题2】Which of the following is true according to the passage?

A．If you need the tutor’s extra help, you need to pay more money to them

B．If you apply for the 2-week courses, you will have classes on the weekend in between

C．Tutoring hours are fixed no matter how many students there are in a class.

D．You can take the course on weekdays all the year around in 2012.

【小题3】This passage most probably is a （an） _______.

A．arrangement for the Easter 2012	B．timetable for a new school
C．advertisement for vacation courses	D．instruction on how to apply

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, 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.
【小题1】The voucher can be used for a stay at the chosen B&B on ______.

A．09/01/2012

B．04/02/2012

C．01/03/2012

D．28/04/2012

【小题2】How much should be paid for a two-night stay in October 2012 at a chosen B&B?

A．￡70

B．￡40

C．￡35

D．￡30

【小题3】What right do the B&Bs reserve?

A．To charge extra ￡10 for bookings with no vouchers.

B．To refuse bookings for guest under the age of 18.

C．To charge at full price for stays not confirmed.

D．To request extra charges as tips.

【小题4】By taking up the offer, the voucher holders can choose to ______ .

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

B．have lunch or evening meal without paying extra money

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

D．book the stays though B&B Daily

【小题1】According to the survey, people left alone on a desert island would most want their ________.

A．MP3 player

B．dog

C．spouse/ partner

D．celebrity

【小题2】Which of the following is true about George Clooney?

A．He has been trained in wilderness survival.

B．He may not be able to help you survive.

C．He does not think Roseane is beautiful.

D．He is the choice of most South African women.

【小题3】The survey results are analyzed in terms of the respondents’ __________.

A．sex, age and nationality	B．race, nationality and sex
C．marriage, age and race	D．age, sex and marriage

Teacher Wanted    We have a good teaching opportunity beginning at the end of March for native English teachers． We offer good pay and provide a comfortable teaching environment． We can ensure you this is an opportunity you do not want to miss． If interested, send a photo and your CV to Jason at： americanenglishacademy@gmail．com． Tele：88867356 Applicants(申请者) must have at least two years’ teaching experience and be from one of the following countries： UK，USA，CAN，AUS，NZ．

Production assistant wanted ★Fluent English speaker ★Easy going，open-minded ★Background in the industry ★Excellent computer skills Please drop us your CV to the address below if you feel that you would suit one of the positions．Please click on the link below to see our offices：     http:／／www: brightshadowfilms.com／QTVR．Html     hr@brightshadowfilms.com Tele：88822357

Teacher Wanted We want to find a teacher with following qualities： 1．Native English speaker who comes from USA, UK, CAN or AUS； 2．Rich Experience in teaching English； 3．Good computer skills If you are interested in the position，please contact  Sabrina immediately：13661641372

Babel International Communication Club Now  we  are looking  for  a program coordinator． Location：Shanghai(People Square) Requirements： 1．Be good at communication，fun-loving  and  most  importantly organizing． 2．Native English Speaker or English fluently If you meet the above requirements，please send your resume to babelchina@126．com Tel：86(021)63222995

【小题1】If you are a native English speaker from New Zealand and want a teaching job，
you may contact_______．

A．hyhysh@hotmail．com

B．babelchina@126．com

C．hr@brightshadowfilms．com

D．americanenglishacademy@gmail．com

【小题2】Which of the following jobs pays most attention to organizing?

A．An English teacher．	B．A program coordinator．
C．A production assistant．	D．A branch director．

【小题3】If you are a non-native English speaker with great skills in computer，which of the following telephones may interest you?

A．86(021)63222995．

B．13661641372．

C．88822357．

D．88867356．

【小题4】If you know nothing about computer, you can telephone which number?

A．88867356

B．88822357

C．13661641372

D．All above.

A casual employee is one who is engaged and paid as such by agreement between the employer and employee.  There is a three-hour minimum payment for each period of engagement and a four-hour minimum engagement on a Public Holiday.  No notice of termination is required.  For night work between 8:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Monday to Friday a penalty of $1.28 per hour (or part of hour) shall be paid with a minimum of $4.37 for any one day on which such hours are worked.
Meals: Casual employees whose engagement extends for five hours or more shall be provided with a meal free of charge, or shall be paid in lieu of $5.00 ($6.00 from 1 May 1996)
Casual employment over eight hours: Paid at the overtime rate of full time employees.
Payment of wages: By mutual consent either weekly or on termination of engagement.
Annual leave: Pro-rata Annual Leave entitlement for casuals is on the basis of 1/12^th of earnings. Many employers pay this inclusive with the hourly rate.  If this is not done, it should be paid on termination of services or at the end of 12 months’ service.
Special clothing: A casual employee is required to provide and wear a black and white uniform or an equivalent standard specified by the club (e.g. blue and white, cook’s clothing, etc.) this includes how tie and cummerbund if required by the employer.  The employer may launder all uniforms, or pay the employee and allowance of $1.00 per engagement ($1.20 from 1 May 1996) for general staff.  Cooks shall be paid $1.50 per engagement ($1.70 from 1 May 1996).
【小题1】Casual employees must be given a free meal or a meal allowance if they ______.

A．work after 7:00 a.m.	B．work over five hours a day
C．have had 12 months’ service	D．are paid $5.00

【小题2】In casual employment, notice of termination is ______.

A．not possible

B．not necessary

C．provided

D．paid in lieu

【小题3】Which of the following sentences best sums up the situation of casual staff?

A．The employers of casual staff are well protected by regulations.

B．Casual staff need to provide their own uniforms.

C．The rights and conditions of casual staff are clearly specified.

D．The conditions of casual staff are as good as those of full-time staff.

European Work Experience Program(E．W．E．P．)is an independent British organization which began in 1991 in the city of London．E．W．E．P．provides the opportunity for students from the 25 countries of the European Union and nationals(公民)from Norway，Iceland，Switzerland and Liechtenstein to live in England，to gain work experience，to practice their English and to get a better insight into the British social and eulturallife．
To apply you must meet the following requirements：
*Preferred age: 18 to 28 years old
*Be able to work in the UK for a period of at least two months．
*Must have a good knowledge of English．
*Due to work permit restrictions，European Work Experience Program Ltd will only select you if you are a European Union Member or national from Norway，Iceland，Switzerland and Liechtenstein．
European Work Experience Program Ltd will find you a suitable job and an accommodation．A representative of E．W．E．P．will be available during your stay to help you and you will get a 24-hour help line service during your stay．The TOTAl fee for our services is ￡264.63(394.35 Euros)．
Should you require any further information，please contact us：
European Work Experience Program Ltd
Unit 1，Red Lion Court, Alexandra Road
Hounslow，Middlesex，TW3 1JS
United Kingdom
Tel: 44 208 572 2993
Fax：44 208 572 1114
E—mail：sales@ewep．com
【小题1】What's the purpose of writing the text?

A．To introduce a new program in England．

B．To attract more students to work in England．

C．To describe the working conditions in England．

D．To make clear the requirements for students working in England．

【小题2】Which of the following is NOT the purpose of the program?

A．To get a lot of work experience．

B．To improve their English rapidly．

C．To have better understanding of the British culture．

D．To make more money in Britain．

【小题3】If you apply for the program．you        .

A．must be 18 to 26 years old

B．must be able to speak at least three languages

C．must be nationals from the countries mentioned in the text

D．should have some working experience in a foreign country

【小题4】You can get in touch with E．W．E．P．by the following ways EXCEPT by        .

A．making a teJephone call	B．sending the organization a fax
C．writing an e-mail to the organization	D．going there in person by air

【小题5】Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the text?

A．European Work Experience Program Was set up in the 19th century．

B．You'll work in the UK for at least two months if you attend the program．

C．You can get a 24-hour help from a representative during your stay．

D．You don't have to hand in 394.35 Euros after you have got a job in Britain．

King’s College Summer School
King’s College Summer School is an annual(每年的) training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King’s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year’s summer school will be from July 25 to August 15.
More information is as follows:

【小题1】You can most probably read the text in ________.

A．a newspaper

B．a travel guide

C．a textbook

D．a telephone book

【小题2】Which of the following is true about King’ s College Summer School?

A．Only top students can take part in the program.

B．Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program.

C．King’ s College Summer School is run every other year.

D．Only the teachers of King’ s College give courses.

【小题3】If you are to live with your relatives in New York, you will have to pay the school ________.

A．$900

B．$400

C．$200

D．$500

【小题4】In this year’s summer school, how many periods are you going to attend?

A．22

B．10

C．16

D．64

【小题5】What information can you get from the text?

A．The program will last two months.

B．You can get in touch with the school by e-mail or by telephone

C．You can write to Thompson only in English.

D．As a Chinese student, you can send your application on July 14, 2008.

“Write All About It”
Centerville High School Essay（论文）Contest
Rules
1. Students are asked to hand in essays of 500 to 700 words of their own work. Any essay containing material copied from another source will be disqualified.
2. Manuscripts should be typed double-spaced, with the student’s name, address, and grade level on a separate sheet of paper.
3. Essays must be turned in by 4:00 P.M. on November 30. They can be brought to Mrs. Elton in Room 104 or to Mr. Markham in the school library.
Essay-Writing Tips
1. Catch your reader’s interest—Your opening should immediately pull your reader into your essay. Asking a question or starting with a story, or surprising statement is some good ways to do this.
2. Create a picture—Use active words that show your reader what is happening. Instead of telling your reader that “the room was disordered,” paint a picture using active verbs and lively adjectives.
3. Have a purpose—Well-written essays do more than just describe an event or express a viewpoint; they also communicate a message.
4. Check for mistakes—Read your paper over to check for mistakes. Ask another student to read your paper. Another pair of eyes will often spot a mistake you have missed.
5. Format your essay—Neatly type your essay on white paper Choose an attractive cover for handing in. The computer lab will be open after school from 3:15 to 4:45P.M. each day this month so that students can use the computers.
Prizes
Winning essays will be published in the Centervile Times. Everyone who takes part in it will also receive a free pass to enter one school activity this year.
First Prize: $50 savings bond
Second Prize: Dictionary and reference book
Third Prize: Pen set and journal
【小题1】Which of the following rules is set for the essay contest?

A．Students can write something exactly as it is written in other books.

B．Students’ personal information should be listed on another piece of paper.

C．Essays must be brought to Mr. Markham in the computer lab on November 30.

D．The students winning the second prize will be awarded a dictionary and a book.

【小题2】Which of the following writing tips is given in the passage?

A．Drawing a picture to go with the essay.

B．Trying to communicate an important idea to readers.

C．Asking a teacher to find the mistakes you haven’t found.

D．Making the essay short enough to hold the readers’ interest.

【小题3】The article is written to           .

A．convince the students of the prizes available

B．explain how to write a good essay

C．inform the students of the essay contest

D．show how to organize an essay contest