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   Here are some of the top museums in the world.

Smithsonian Institution,Washington D. C. ,the United States

The Smithsonian is the world's largest museum and research complex, with 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park and various research stations. If you spent one minute looking at each object on display day and night, in ten years you'd see onlyten percent of the whole. Therefore, it's wise to head out with a plan.

Main attractions: the dresses of the First Ladies, the Gem Hall at the National Museum of Natural History and the Wright brothers'1903 Flyer.

Louvre, Paris, France

The Louvre was the palace of the kings of France before becoming a museum over two centuries ago. The addition of I. M. Pei's pyramid shocked many people when it was first used in 1989 as the new main entrance. The museum's collections are among the most important in the world. A good place to start is the Sully Wing, which leads straight to the Egyptian rooms.

Main attractions: Venus de Milo, The Winged Victory of Samothrace, and Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa.

The State Hermitage Museum,St. Petersburg,Russia

Russia may be isolated(孤立)from the artistic centers of Paris,Rome and London,but the Hermitage has managed to get an amazing collection of world art — more than three million items — from the Stone Age to the early 20th century. The museum occupies six buildings along the Neva River. This blue-and-whitestructure was finished in 1764. Catherine the Great founded the museum that same year when she bought 255 paintings from Berlin.

Main attractions: golden masterpieces from Eurasia and pieces from Nicholas'private collections.

The British Museum,London,England

Britain's largest museum looks after more than eight million objects ranging from prehistoric(史前的)bones to things of the Parthenon in Athens.

Main attractions: the Egyptian gallery has the world's second finest collection of Egyptian antiquities outside Egypt, including the Rosetta Stone, carved in 196 BC.

【小题1】What does the underlined sentence in the passage show?
A.The Smithsonian is open day and night.
B.People visit the Smithsonian frequently.
C.There are so many objects to see in the Smithsonian.
D.The Smithsonian has 19 national museums and galleries.
【小题2】Where should you go if you are interested in the Venus de Milo?
A.The Louvre.B.The Hermitage.
C.The Smithsonian.D.The British Museum.
【小题3】What do we know about the Hermitage?
A.It was founded in honor of Catherine the Great.
B.It mainly displays modern artworks.
C.It is the largest museum in Europe.
D.It was founded in the year 1764.
【小题4】What do we learn about the British Museum?
A.It is best known for the Rosetta Stone.
B.It mainly displays things of prehistoric periods.
C.It is a good attraction for people who love Egyptian culture.
D.It has the second finest collection of artworks in the world.
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Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Where: Becket, Massachusetts
When: June 15-Aug. 24
Each summer, this influential dance center presents a number of classes and performances by more than 50 companies from around the world. Highlights (最精彩的部分) this season include the Dance Theater of Harlem's production of Alvin Ailey's “The Lark Ascending”, which opens the festival.
Many events are free. Ticketed performances start at $22. jacobspillow.org.
Moab Music Festival
Where: Moab, Utah
When: Aug. 29-Sept. 9
This area is better known for mountain biking than for music. But since 1992, it has hosted a private festival that brings classical, jazz, Latin and other types of music to the land. This year there will be 16 concerts, including three “Grotto Concerts”, where guests take a 45-minute boat ride down the Colorado River to performances.
Events start at $25. moabmusicfest.org.
Cheyenne Frontier Days
Where: Cheyenne, Wyoming
When: July 19-28
There's something for everyone at this 117-year-old festival, from an “Indian village” and Old West museum to country concerts. But the competition is still the main attraction, with cowboys and cowgirls competing for major money in the world's largest outdoor stage.
Competition tickets start at $18, and concert tickets at $23. cfdrodeo.com.
The Glimmerglass Festival
Where: Cooperstown, New York
When: July 6-Aug. 24
Each summer, opera lovers from around the country (and the world) travel to upstate New York to watch productions that include stars like Nathan Gunn and Ginger Costa-Jackson. This year's performances include Wagner's “The Flying Dutchman” and Verdi's “King for a Day”, in honor of the 200th birthdays of both composers (作曲家).
Tickets start at $26. glimmerglass.org.
【小题1】If you want to enjoy a “Grotto Concert”, which date suits you best?
A.June 15.B.July 19.
C.August 24.D.September 4.
【小题2】If you go to Cheyenne to watch a competition and enjoy a concert, how much will you pay at least?
A.$18.B.$22.
C.$36.D.$41.
【小题3】If you are a big fan of Wagner, you're advised to go to _____.
A.Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
B.the Glimmerglass Festival
C.Cheyenne Frontier Days
D.Moab Music Festival

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   The editor of the new Cool Camping Britain guide chooses some of his favorite new finds in England, Wales and Scotland.

Cleadale, Isle of Eigg, Inner Hebrides

Is this Britain’s most beautiful campsite? From the grassy point looking seaward to the mountains, it’s not hard for campers to see how the island inspired The Lord of the Rings author’s fantasy landscapes. The campsite itself is as wild and wonderful as its setting.

Open April — September, from £5 per tent per night.

Swattesfield, Thornham Magna, Suffolk

Deep in the wilds of north Suffolk, this seven-acre campsite has only been open for a few years, with two fields separated by a lake and surrounded by woodland. The position is perfect. It’s a great place to do nothing but get into nature. You can put up your tent in the bottom field or the woodland beyond.

Open Easter —October, from £10 per tent per night.

Pleasant Streams Farm, near St Austell, Cornwall

This site, by a lake, is all about simple pleasures. Located in the former mining village, it has a summerhouse(凉亭)with books and games for a rainy day. There are many animals including pigs, hens, goats and ducks on the farm and a pub just a 10- minute stroll away. There’s very little to do here, no bells and no whistles. Campfires are encouraged.

Open Easter — September, from £10 per tent per night.

Troytown Campsite, St Agnes, Isles of Sciily

Its only campsite, Troytown, couldn’t be in a more remote position. Isolation is its greatest advantage — so bring plenty of books to read and don’t expect a phone signal. But at least one of life’s necessities is available. Lying on the hillside overlooking the bay and near the island of the Gugh, it might just win the prize for best beer garden view in England.

Open March-- October, from £7. 50 per tent per night,

【小题1】Which of the following is TRUE about Cleadale, Isle of Eigg, Inner Hebrides?
A.It has been open for a few years.B.A beautiful lake surrounds it.
C.It offers the longest service.D.The rent of a tent per night is the lowest.
【小题2】Which place can you choose if you like a simple farm life?
A.Cleadale, Isle of Eigg, Inner Hebrides.
B.Swattesfield, Thornham Magna, Suffolk.
C.Pleasant Streams Farm, near St Austell, Cornwall.
D.Troytown Campsite, St Agnes, Isles of Scilly.
【小题3】In Troytown Campsite, St Agnes, Isles of Scilly, you can’t ________.
A.contact others by phonesB.view the bay from the hillside
C.get everyday necessitiesD.relax yourself by reading

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   You are to feel pitiful if you go back from Europe without visiting some wonderful theatres. The theatres listed below may be one of the choices on your journey.

Brownsea Open Air Theatre

DORSET

The only way to this theatre is by boat. Each June volunteers travel there to begin building the set.

"The people come here for the love of the island, "says BOAT director Denise Mallender. "We're a charity, and we help the work on the island by holding a regular Shakespeare play."

Visit brownsea-theatre.co.uh for details.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre

LONDON Each summer, almost 140, 000 people visit the park to watch one of the four yearly plays. This year's plays include J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan and William Golding's Lord of the Flies.

With the stage and seating both completely uncovered, the actors and the audiences are left at the mercy of the British weather although this hasn’t prevented stars such as Jeremy Irons and Benedict Cumberbatch from performing here.

Visit openairtheatre.org for details.

Scarborough Open Air Theatre

SCARBOROUGH

Enjoy the sea air and sights of Europe's largest open-air playhouse. The stage and seating are separated by a lake.

"It's a unique place, "says Janet Deacon, area director of Welcome to Yorkshire. The theatre now plays host to concerts by big names such as Elaine Paige and Tom Jones, who are both performing this month.

Visit scarboroughopenairtheatre. com for details.

Rutland Open Air Theatre

RUTLAND

This theatre is home to the Stamford Shakespeare Company, who this year celebrates its 39th year of outdoor plays with performances of Romeo and Juliet and Henry V.

In all its years, ROAT has never cancelled a performance because of rain -and although the stage and actors are left open to the weather, the audience can shelter in the covered hall.

Visit stamfordshakespeare.co.uk for details.

【小题1】What do we know about Regent's Park Open Air Theatre?
A.It puts on four plays a year.
B.It has a covered hall for the audience.
C.It has the same plays on show every year.
D.Its stage and seating are separated by a lake.
【小题2】Which is the largest outdoor theatre in Europe?
A.Rutland Open Air Theatre.
B.Brownsea Open Air Theatre.
C.Scarborough Open Air Theatre.
D.Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
【小题3】What do BOAT and ROAT have in common?
A.They perform Shakespeare's plays.
B.They are completely uncovered.
C.They have the same history.
D.They can be reached only by boat.
【小题4】Where can the passage most possibly be seen?
A.A geography textbook.
B.A travel guide.
C.A local newspaper.
D.An advertisement.

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Sydney Airport International Terminal-Arrivals Area
SPECIALTY RETAIL
Newslink: Two separate Newslink stores cater to all your reading needs including newspapers, magazines and the latest bestsellers.
Downtown Duty Free: Make sure you shop at Downtown Duty Free for great savings on a range of items including perfume, alcohol, skincare and cigarettes. It’s your last chance before customs.
Beach Culture: A must for those who go into the Latest in beach clothing. Top surf, street and fashion labels including Mambo, Stussy and Quicksilver, including children’s sizes.
DINING
Blue Sky Care: Speedy service leaves you time to keep an eye on the arrivals gate. Morning pastries, fresh juice, breakfast rolls and coffee while you wait.
McDonald’s: hamburgers, fries, drinks, muffins and shakes—all your family favorites. Breakfast served until 10:30 a. m.
SERVICES
ATM: ATMs are conveniently located throughout Arrival and Departures. Dollars, pounds, francs and RMB are all available.
Vodafone Rentals: This communication center offers the very latest technology for mobile phone rentals, sales and servicing.
【小题1】Where is this passage likely to appear?
A.A morning newspaper.
B.A monthly magazine.
C.A geography book.
D.An official guide.
【小题2】The underlined phrase “cater to” probably means ______.
A.satisfyB.afford
C.supportD.help
【小题3】If you want to have some coffee while waiting for your flight, you can go to ______.
A.Vodafone RentalsB.Blue Sky Cafe
C.Downtown Duty FreeD.McDonald’s
【小题4】At Beach Culture you can buy ______.
A.newspapers and magazines
B.skincare and cigarettes
C.Mambo and Stussy
D.fresh juice and breakfast rolls
【小题5】Which of the following is true according to the text?
A.You can have breakfast at McDonald’s at 11:00 a. m..
B.You’ll save money if you buy alcohol or perfume at Downtown Duty Free.
C.You’ll not find any beach clothing for your seven-year-old boy in Beach Culture.
D.There is only one ATM throughout Arrivals and Departure.

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   RISE is an exciting project designed and led by young people,for young people. 【小题1】.If you're aged between 16 and 25 years old,and are not in employment,education or training,RISE could help you learn new skills,and improve your prospects(前景).

What you'll learn

St John Ambulance believes that everyone should have access to first aid,and as many people as possible should be equipped with the skills to be the difference between life and death. 【小题2】.Then you'll also get the opportunity to develop new skills,gaining the confidence to train others in your community.

Choosing the right path for you

At the heart of the RISE project is a commitment(承诺)to peer to peer learning. 【小题3】.RISE offers you the chance to gain a range of qualifications and to choose a path that helps you make the most of your talents.

Stick-it:【小题4】.You'll find out how to manage an incident and learn some of the most commonly needed first-aid skills. You'll focus on CPR,bleeding and dealing with an emergency on this six-hour course.

【小题5】:A course designed for those who come into contact with children through their work or leisure activities. This short programme works by helping individuals to understand the unusual role they play in keeping children safe from harm.

A.Keeping children safe
B.Keeping in touch with the victims
C.The project is now available in communities across the country
D.So, as a participant you'll learn first aid through our Stick-it sessions
E.Stick-it sessions will cover all the approaches to training in RISE
F.Our one-day introduction focuses on gun-and knife-related injuries
G.You' ll be given the skills and guidance to pass your knowledge on to other people in your community