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Earth Day Photo Contest

A picture is worth a thousand words! Enter the TFK photo contest and show us: Why is Earth Day important to our planet?

To enter the contest online, visit timeforkids. com and get details below.

TIME

●The contest begins on January 9,2017.

●The contest ends on April 20,2017.

INSTRUCTIONS

●An original and previously unpublished photograph that answers the Earth Day question “Why is Earth Day important to our planet?” and that was photographed by the entrant (参赛者) between June 1,2016, and April 20,2017.

●A brief description describing the picture: what is happening, where the photo was taken, the date the photo was taken and why the entrant chose to enter this image.

●Entrant’s first name only; entrant’s e-mail address; and parent’s, teacher’s or guardian’s e-mail address. Limit one work per person. Sponsors are not responsible for lost, late, or incomplete entries, or entries not received for any reason. Works belong to sponsors, and none will be acknowledged (承认) or returned.

●By entering, the entrant ensures that the work is first made and has not been published in any medium or won an award.

ELIGIBILITY

Open to the elementary school students at age 8-13 at the time of entry in the USA.

WINNERS’ LIST AND PRIZES

Judges will select 10 semifinalists (半决赛选手) from whom one grand prize winner and nine finalists will be chosen. The grand prize winner will receive a digital camera — approximate retail (零售) value: $300. The photograph entry of the grand prize winner will be published in the April 22 Earth Day issue of TIME For Kids. The photograph entries of all semifinalists will be published in the gallery of timeforkids. com. Winners will be informed by e-mail, and must respond within five days.

【小题1】What should an entrant who wants to participate in the photo contest do?
A.He or she should send an original photo after the Earth Day.
B.He or she should present a related description of the photo entry.
C.He or she should inform the sponsors of his or her delayed e-mail.
D.He or she should offer his or her e-mail address and family name.
【小题2】Who can enter the photo contest?
A. A college student in the USA.
A.A teacher of an elementary school in New York.
B.A 10-year-old elementary school student in California.
C.An American professional photographer.
【小题3】What do we know about the photograph entry of the grand prize winner?
A.It will be published in a magazine and a gallery.
B.It will amount to approximately $300.
C.It will be selected from nine finalists’ entries.
D.It will be acknowledged and returned afterwards.
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Kids' Night Out
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Ages 8-12 is welcome, $ 75 per child.Kids' Night Out takes place nightly in winter, but advance reservations are required at 970-349-2211.
Majestic Movie Theater
The theater is small, personal and they offer a wide range of movies, from new films and classic films to action films and documentaries. All natural snacks and alcoholic drinks are available. For movie showtime and more information call 970-349-8955 or visit our website.
Princess Wine Bar
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Talk of the Town
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【小题1】What should you do if you intend to go to Kids' Night Out?
A.Make special preparations ahead.
B.Keep something unique in mind.
C.First visit the Adventure Park.
D.Make reservations in advance.
【小题2】What should you do if you want to know about the films?
A.You should visit a related website.
B.You can call 970-349-6809.
C.You can write a letter at once.
D.You can visit the Movie Theater.
【小题3】What do you know about the Princess Wine Bar?
A.It is located in a quiet and peaceful place.
B.It is the best place to taste Belgian waffles.
C.It is open as long as sixteen hours a day.
D.It is famous for all kinds of eggs and bacon.
【小题4】Where is a music lover most likely to go?
A.Kids' Night Out.
B.Majestic Movie Theater.
C.Princess Wine Bar.
D.Talk of the Town.

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Ya Gotta Know It! by Hania Hassan
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Price: $ 1.99
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【小题1】What do the books have in common?
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B.They are suitable for students of all language levels.
C.They teach students knowledge of idiomatic language.
D.They are good for students to learn about informal English.
【小题2】In what way is Ya Gotta Know It! different from the other books?
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C.It has the largest number of idioms.
D.It is made up of some short stories.
【小题3】Which book helps you understand the latest Hollywood films?
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Requirements: 18 years old, hard-working and socially engaged.

Please contact us by email: take action @ better world. com

 

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If you are willing to help me, then please email me: club3864 @ hotmail. com

 
【小题1】Where will Jack, a volunteer, receive the training before he is sent to work in Malawi?
A.In some local offices in the U. S.
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D.In an exchange student center in Africa.
【小题2】Who is suitable to work as a Community Representative in Youth International?
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A.take action @ better world. com
B.ram3462 @ hotmail. com
C.club3864 @ hotmail. com
D.staff@ youth. org
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Example Youth Exchanges:
Youth Exchange 1
Location:Ireland
Other nationalities:Ireland,Spain,Italy,Hungary
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Youth Exchange 2
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Other nationalities:Bulgaria,Italy,France
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Youth Exchange 3
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Other nationalities:Serbia,Turkey,Ireland
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Youth Exchange 4
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Other nationalities:Italy,Bulgaria,Greece
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A.Gardening work.
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【小题2】If you are interested in protecting the environment,you can take part in ________.
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【小题1】The festival celebrated on March 13th in Thailand is held to ______.
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C.ask people to protect endangered animals
D.help people relax by singing and dancing
【小题2】Why don’t people have to worry about working the day after the Fire Festival?
A.Because people are allowed to sleep at work next day.
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C.Because people don’t have to go to work next day.
D.Because the festival ends very early at night.
【小题3】Where should you go if you are interested in the Festival of Colors?
A.India.B.Shetland.
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