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   One of the biggest difficulties in learning a language is learning the idiomatic phrases, slang and common usage of native speakers. These four books focus on giving students a hand when they are learning North American idiomatic language.
Ya Gotta Know It! by Hania Hassan
It provides an excellent mixture of materials for classroom lessons and American slang reference. Its unique feature is that students are provided with ongoing contexts reminding learners of idioms learned while improving their understanding by using the same characters and a developing storyline. Exercises provide a chance for students to practice in proper situations.
Price: $ 11.66
ISBN: 9780074560167
Common American Phrases in Everyday Contexts by Richard A. Spears It has a wide variety of resources on American English. It contains more than 2,000 phrases and idioms. It is excellent for classroom use as this reference guide focuses on standard phrases that can be found in everyday standard usage.
Price: $ 7.06
ISBN: 978007405607
American Idioms and Some Phrases Just for Fun by Edward Swick
The book's strength is its translation of more formal English of a number of idioms. These phrases are then repeated in a number of different contexts giving students a good idea of common usage. There are also a number of exercises designed to help students put their new-found idiomatic understanding into use.
Price: $ 5.49
ISBN: 9780764108075
American Slang by Robert L. Chapman
It provides a guide for advanced level English students. This reference guide to slang is best used by those interested in the very latest and up-to-date slang and slang you might hear in the latest films from Hollywood.
Price: $ 1.99
ISBN: 9780062731722
【小题1】What do the books have in common?
A.They all contain lots of exercises.
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?
A.It offers readers ongoing contexts.
B.It is mainly about American slang.
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?
A.Ya Gotta Know It!.
B.Common American Phrases in Everyday Contexts.
C.American Idioms and Some Phrases Just for Fun.
D.American Slang.
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   If you'd like to go travelling,the following World Heritage Sites may be your best choices.

Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area

Jiuzhaigou Valley,which lies in the northern part of Sichuan Province,China,reaches a height of more than 4,500m,with a series of different forests ecosystems. It's especially famous for its narrow landforms and excellent waterfalls. Some 140 kinds of birds also live in the valley, as well as a number of endangered plants and animals, including the giant panda. Jiuzhaigou Valley was recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1992.

Khami Ruins National Monument

The city of Khami, which developed after the capital of Great Zimbabwe had been given up in the mid-16th century,is of great archaeological(考古的)interest. The discovery of objects from Europe and China shows that Khami was a centre for trade over a long period of time. It joined the World Heritage List in 1986.

Henderson Island

Henderson Island,which lies in the eastern South Pacific,is one of the few atolls in the world whose ecology(生态)has been untouched by humans. It is famous for the 10 plants and 4 birds that can only be seen on the island. It was recorded in the World Heritage List in 1988.

Old City of Jerusalem

As a holy city for three different religions(宗教)in the Middle East,Jerusalem has always been of great religious importance. It was given a World Heritage status in 1981 and placed on the“List of World Heritage in Danger”the following year.

【小题1】What can be learned about Jiuzhaigou Valley?
A.Wonderful waterfalls can be seen there.
B.It is famous for many ancient objects.
C.It has been untouched by human beings.
D.It lies in the eastern South Pacific.
【小题2】What can we learn about Jerusalem?
A.It was damaged in the mid-16th century.
B.It was once a business centre for trade.
C.It has over 140 kinds of birds living there.
D.It is a holy city for three religions.
【小题3】According to the passage,which World Heritage Site was most recently set?
A.Henderson Island.
B.Khami Ruins National Monument.
C.Old City of Jerusalem.
D.Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area.
【小题4】In which part of a newspaper can we read the passage?
A.Industry.B.Travel.
C.Science.D.Business.

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   The holidays are a time to give. These organizations are looking for volunteers and donations (捐赠). Read on to learn more about them. Then, find out how you can help.
American Red Cross
This holiday season, your donation can make a difference at home and abroad. The American Red Cross is making it easy to help people who have experienced natural disasters (灾害), members of the U.S. armed forces, and children all over the world. With just one click (点击), you can give the gift of caring.
National Military Family Association
Each year hundreds of Americans serve both at home and abroad to keep our country safe. This holiday season, we can help serve them. Through donations, National Military Family Association helps to provide military members and their families with scholarships, family retreats, camp programs for kids, and more.
Network for Good
This website allows its users to donate to organizations and discover volunteer chances. After natural disasters, the Network for Good provides a system of help and support for those in need. The website also offers tips to kids who want to give. Visit the website to find out how you can help make someone’s holiday season shine bright.
Make-A-Wish Foundation
Sometimes all it takes is one wish made come true to make someone smile. The work of Make-A-Wish Foundation is to make the wishes come true. Through support and donations, the foundation has made dreams come true for hundreds of thousands of children with serious illnesses.
If you want to help others, don’t wait for a better time. Help now! Your help will be valued highly.
【小题1】What do we know about the American Red Cross?
A.It serves members of armed forces all over the world.
B.It mainly supports people in natural disasters.
C.It helps children at home and abroad.
D.It doesn’t often ask for donations.
【小题2】To help American soldiers’ parents, which organization will you donate things to?
A.Network for Good.
B.American Red Cross.
C.Make-A-Wish Foundation.
D.National Military Family Association.
【小题3】Who would most probably visit Network for Good?
A.People who want to learn about natural disasters.
B.People who have volunteering experiences.
C.People who want to volunteer.
D.People who want to offer tips.

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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.