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April Fool's Day
April Fool's Day is a western festival. No one _______ exactly when and how April Fool's Day began. However, there are some stories about _______ it came into being. One story _______ like this: in the sixteenthcentury France, the start of the new year was on April first. It was celebrated _______ much the same way _______ it is today with parties and dancing into the late hours of the night.
Then in 1562, Pope (教皇) Gregory introduced a new calendar for the Christian world, and the new year fell on January first. There were some people, _______, who hadn't heard or didn't believe the _______ in the date, so they _______ to celebrate New Year's Day on April first. _______ played tricks on them and called them “April fools”. They tried to make them believe that something false was ________. In France today, April first is called “April Fish”. French children fool their friends by taping a paper fish to their friends'________. When the “young fool” ________ this trick, the prankster (恶作剧者) shouts “April Fish！”
Today Americans play small tricks on friends and strangers alike on the first of April. One ________ trick on April Fool's Day is ________ down to a friend's shoe and saying, “Your shoelace is untied.” School children might tell a classmate that school has been canceled (取消). ________ the trick is, if you fail for the joke the prankster shouts “April Fool！”
In Britain today, on the first of April, even ________ newspapers, radio and TV programs tell big lies. You ________ read a science ________ showing that doctors have found a way to cure (治愈) AIDS, ________ you would probably listen to a piece of news about a UFO ________ on an island.
1.A. understands B. knows C. believes D. remembers
2.A. when B. why C. how D. where
3.A. goes B. tells C. happens D. writes
4.A. as B. like C. with D. in
5.A. like B. as C. so D. for
6.A. however B. but C. therefore D. instead
7.A. fact B. news C. change D. information
8.A. remained B. continued C. considered D. went
9.A. Others B. Somebody C. Many D. Some
10.A. real B. true C. right D. correct
11.A. hands B. faces C. backs D. heads
12.A. discovers B. sees C. finds D. notices
13.A. usual B. common C. funny D. silly
14.A. putting B. pointing C. getting D. turning
15.A. Whenever B. Whoever C. Whatever D. Wherever
16.A. serious B. famous C. interesting D. important
17.A. might B. should C. could D. must
18.A. letter B. speech C. writing D. report
19.A. so B. and C. or D. but
20.A. lying B. walking C. flying D. landing
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Guided Walking Week April 2018
Date: April 30th—May 7th 2018
Location: Abdet, Costa Blanca
A week of guided walking in the mountains around Abdet. Highlights include the climbing of Valencia’s highest summit (Sierra de Aitana)，traveling completely around the impressive Puig Campana, and several explorations in the Sierra de Aitana. Ancient trails lead through spectacular canyons (峡谷) to abandoned settlements situated high in the mountains. You will discover the snow trader routes which lead from the incredible snow holes high in the mountains down to the villages and towns on the coast. These years, golden eagles have made a return to this area, and you may also see other animals—wild goats, foxes, wild pigs and red squirrels.
As part of the week you are invited to help clear some local walking paths. This involves clearing collapsed walls and rocks, cutting back fallen trees. This is of course optional and is just for half a day, and it’s actually great fun!
Price: $499
Includes:
• Accommodation in the beautiful mountain village of Abdet
• All food—good home cooking
• Beer, wine, soft drinks Snacks and post walk treats
• Packed lunches & drinks (except café/bar visits)
• Expert guiding
• Photos/Videos of your days in the mountains
• Airport pick-up/return $25 each way (fly to Alicante)
• Single room supplement $75
To book or get further information, please contact info@abdct.com.
1.What will you find during the guided walking?
A. Climbing Sierra de Aitana is the most exciting.
B. Ancient trails have changed into highways.
C. The environment in Abdet is getting better.
D. Traders live in incredible snow holes.
2.What may you enjoy if you pay $499?
A. Packed lunches including bar visits.
B. Good home cooking breakfast only.
C. Bus stop pick-up/return each way.
D. Pictures and professional guiding.
3.What do the details presented in the ad suggest?
A. Clearing walking paths is a must.
B. People can book the walking online.
C. Accommodation conditions are tough.
D. The walking ends on April 30th 2018.
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Shows in April, 2018
Different Media Drama Blithe Spirit
Date: April 14-15－7:30 pm
Venue: Beijing Comedy Theater
Blithe Spirit is adapted from the classical fashion comedy Blithe Spirit originated by British playwright Noel Coward. The socialite and novelist Charles Condomine and his wife Ruth hold a small-scale family feast at home to gather material for his next book and amuse all guests. He arranges for an eccentric medium Madame Arcati to hold a seance. Madame Arcati inadvertently summons Charles Condomine's first wife, Elvira, who has been dead. Elvira still obsesses over Charles. Consequently, the current wife and ex-wife fight for his favor in a storm of jealousy, followed by the subsequent heavyweight plot. The ridiculous farce makes the audiences laugh in tears, with a hint of disappointment.
Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra
Date: April 18－7:30 pm
Venue: National Centre for the Performing Arts
Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra was founded in 2009 on the base of Zhejiang Song and Dance Theater Orchestra with a history of some 60 years. It presents Western classic works. Meanwhile, relying on the profound cultural background of Zhejiang province and absorbing elements from the folk music, it has also created and staged a large number of symphonic works with strong regional cultural characteristics such as the Classic of Mountains and Seas, Spring Dream in Boudoir and Flying Partridges, widely appreciated and warmly welcomed by the audiences.
Zhejiang Yueju Opera Troupe A Traveler's Song
Date: April 25-26－7:30 pm
Venue: National Centre for the Performing Arts
"With the thread in her hand, the loving mother makes clothes for her son, who then travels far away from home …" The above quote comes from a famous verse from A Traveler's Song, a poem composed by Meng Jiao, a great poet in the Tang Dynasty, over one thousand years ago. The verse depicts a mother's vivid image. And just like most mothers in our world, Meng's mother, who inherited good family virtues, worked hard all her life and fashioned Meng into a talented person. The newly-produced Yueju Opera A Traveler's Song, based on the popular verse, depicts the image of mothers all over the world who have endured so many kinds of hardships and have labored much during their lives. As ordinary persons, they have experienced the ups and downs of life, including both pleasure and pain, growing up with their children while living in harmony with and quarreling against them as well. They are great on account of being so ordinary.
Soul in the Shell-Film Special Effects & New Media Art Exhibition in Shanghai
Date: April 28-June 15－10 am
Venue: Ying Art Center
Price: 80 yuan
Organized by Shanghai Ying Art Center, Verymuseum (China), and Alliance East, this exhibition aims to present artwork from a number of new emerging media artists and groups in a modern, contemporary way. From stainless steel sculptures to mystical creatures, the exhibition combines technology and art from Hollywood's top studios. Their application of Augmented Reality (AR) technology further enhances the interactive experience between visitors and the artworks to create a powerful visual experience. Through AR, people are able to interact with the art more freely and interpret it in a whole new way.
1.Which show shall Tom go to, who are fond of Chinese poetry?
A. Different Media Drama Blithe Spirit.
B. Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra.
C. Zhejiang Yueju Opera Troupe A Traveler's Song.
D. Soul in the Shell-Film Special Effects & New Media Art Exhibition in Shanghai.
2.In the show of Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra, what kind of music will you enjoy?
A. Oriental music.
B. ZheJiangYueju.
C. Western pop music.
D. Western classic music as well as works with regional features.
3.What can we know about the drama Blithe Spirit?
A. It is adapted from a classical fashion tragedy.
B. The drama may fill the audiences with kinds of feelings of pleasure, sorrow and disappointment.
C. The leading role in the drama is Noel Coward.
D. To gather stories for his next book, Charles hold a feast at a big restaurant to amuse his guests.
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In children’s eyes, the Spring Festival is with nice food and new clothes.
A．joined
B．associated
C．linked
D．related
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假定你是李华，你市将主办第一届国际中国美食节（the First International Chinese Food Festival）。请你给外教Mr. Green发一封电子邮件邀请他一同前往。内容要点如下。
1. 美食节的时间、地点；
2. 活动的主要内容；
3. 交通方式。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Mr. Green,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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It’s the 3rd Annual Family Fun Fair!
• Games • Crafts (工艺品) • Apple pie contest
• Food • Face painting • Door prizes (门票对号奖)
... and more!
What: A chance to celebrate spring, support our community (社区), and have fun!
When: Saturday, February 8th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine!
Where: The big field next to Hopedale Elementary School
For more information: Contact Peter Halm at 555-0191
Don’t miss the 3rd annual Family Fun Fair!
This fair promises to be even better than last year’s fair — no kidding!
Last year the game booths (摊位) were a big hit. (Who could forget Principal Snyder winning a toy dog that was so big it took four students to carry it to her truck?) This year we have two new game booths. So get ready to take part in the games.
Visit our craft tables. They will be better than ever! You can buy items such as clothing, backpacks, and gift baskets.
Children aged 5 and under can have their faces painted for FREE by Mr. Garcia’s third-grade art class.
No fair would be complete without food. We will be selling hot dogs, ice cream, roasted nuts, and cotton candy at our booths. For those of you who love to bake, why not enter our new apple pie contest? Just bring your pie to the pie table on the morning of the fair. At 1 p.m., our judges, Coach Carter and math teacher, Mrs. Adams, will choose a winner.
Won’t you please support our school by coming to the fair? Tickets are only $2 each. Door prizes will be given. You could win sports equipment, a new camera, or dinner for four at Merino’s Restaurant!
This will be the best fair ever. Don’t miss it!
1.What do we know about the 3rd Annual Family Fun Fair?
A. It is organized by Mr. Garcia.
B. It will be held even if it rains.
C. It is only open to children aged 5.
D. It will be held inside an elementary school.
2.According to the text, the apple pie contest _____.
A. requires the competitors to bring pies they bake
B. includes a dinner for four at Merino’s Restaurant
C. sells the pies the competitors make in the contest
D. teaches the competitors how to bake apple pies
3.Anyone who takes part in the fair _____.
A. can enjoy food for free B. must be good at baking
C. will have their face painted D. should spend $2 on the ticket
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Farmers might think the idea of growing food for fun sounds strange． But there are some people who do it all the time． They grow some vegetables because their natural color or shape is pleasing to see． They grow others because scientists have developed new colors or different sizes for traditional vegetables．
One example is the bell pepper． Seed companies sell seeds for several different kinds of bell peppers． One pepper is a weak yellow color when it begins to grow． Then its color changes to white． As it grows， it changes color two more times ﹣ to orange， then red． If you are not interested in peppers that change colors as they grow， you can grow some that remain on color． Each kind of pepper has its own special taste．
Another unusual plant is known as the yard﹣long bean or snake bean． It grows up to one meter in length． It is an important part of the food supply in areas of Asia． American farmers like it because it is different， yet tastes very much like the green beans they traditionally grow． Each bean has from ten to twenty seeds． The outside or pod can be eaten． Some of the very long beans are green outside but have black﹣and﹣white or red seeds．
Gourds （葫芦） are plants that people like to grow because of their many different shapes． They also have many uses． Some round gourds are dried， painted and made into containers． Others have long necks and big bodies． These are dried， cut and made into containers to pour drinking water．
1.Which of the following statements is TRUE ．
A. The new kinds of vegetables can sell better than the traditional ones．
B. Asian are fond of snake bean because of its different colors．
C. American farmers like bell pepper because of its different tastes．
D. People are willing to grow gourds due to their various shapes and functions．
2.People grow the bell pepper mainly to enjoy its ．
A. shapes
B. colors
C. flavors
D. vitamins
3.Which is the best title for the passage？
A. Growing Unusual Vegetables for Fun
B. Growing Food with Different Purposes
C. Growing different vegetables has different purposes
D. Farmers' Strange Ideas of Growing Food
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New Movies In Theaters Opening This Week--April 20
I Feel Pretty (2018)
110 min - Comedy
A woman who feels rather insecure wakes from a fall believing she is the most beautiful and able woman on the planet. Her new confidence allows her to live fearlessly, but what happens when she realizes her appearance never changed?
Directors: Abby Kohn | Marc Silverstein
Stars: Amy Schumer, Michelle Williams, Emily Ratajkowski, Busy Philipps
Traffik (2018)
96 min - Thriller
A couple off for a romantic weekend in the mountains meet a biker gang. Alone in the mountains, Brea and John must defend themselves against the gang, who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets.
Director: Deon Taylor
Stars: Paula Patton, Missi Pyle, Dawn Olivieri, William Fichtner
Genesis (2018)
114 min - Science Fiction
'Genesis' explores the nature of free will and what it means to be human, against the attempt of mankind to create A.I. to save them from dying out.
Directors: Freddie Hutton-Mills | Bart Ruspoli
Stars: Olivia Grant, Chiké Okonkwo, John Hannah, Warren Brown
Le Redoutable (2017)
107 min - Biography | Comedy | Drama | Romance
During the making of one of his films, French film director Jean-
Luc Godard falls in love with 17-year old actress Anne Wiazemsky
and later marries her.
Director: Michel Hazanavicius
Stars: Louis Garrel, Stacy Martin, BéréniceBejo, MichaLescot
1.Which film is the most suitable for a high school student interested in science fictions?
A. I Feel Pretty B. Traffik
C. Genesis D. Le Redoutable
2.If you are a big fan of film star Michelle Williams, you will choose to watch _______.
A. I Feel Pretty B. Traffik
C. Genesis D. Le Redoutable
3.Which of the following statement is true about the film Le Redoutable?
A. The story happens in Great Britain.
B. The film lasts more than two hours.
C. It intends to discuss the nature and value of free will.
D. It's a love story between a film director and an actress.
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Blue Note Jazz Festival 2018
Jul 1-Jul 30, 2018
Location ： Several locations tn New York
The Blue Note Jazz Festival in New York City is the city’s most popular jazz festival and focuses on bringing big-name artists to small crowds and up-and-coming acts to the public. The event takes over 15 places across the city and includes Questlove, Michael Bolton and Aretha Franklin.
Grant Park Music Festival 2018
Jun 14-Aug 19, 2018
Locations: Jay Pritzker Pavilion, South Shore Cultural Center, & Harris Theater for Music and Dance | 201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois
Listening to classical music is said to improve your intelligence. Whether that’s true or not, the Grant Park Music Festival will provide you with free, classical music, and you’d be smart to attend. The music at these concerts will leave you begging for more. It’s free to attend, so come and enjoy some great music with your family and friends.
Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays 2018
Jun 21-Jul 26, 2018
Location: Lake Park | Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Energy is way too contained (被压抑) in an indoor music place. Let that energy go where it wants through a series of outdoor concerts with Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays. Wednesday is no longer the most boring day of the week. This time, there’s something fun to do. A list of live music acts has made the middle of the week something to look forward to.
YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs (合唱队) 2018
Augl0-Aug 22, 2018
Locations: Washington National Cathedral | 3101 Wisconsin AVE NW Washington, DC
YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs in Washington gives students the rare opportunity to perform in the Washington National Cathedral, a famous historic place. The festival is a showcase of student choirs (唱诗班) from all over the local professional orchestra.
1.What can people enjoy at the Blue Note Jazz Festival?
A.Performances by famous singers.
B.Lively performances by public.
C.Performances by artists from 15 countries.
D.High quality performances with free admission.
2.Those who are interested in classical music would probably go to ________.
A.Blue Note Jazz Festival
B.Grant Park Music Festival
C.Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays
D.YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs
3.If you like choirs, which city should you go to?
A.New York. B.Chicago.
C.Milwaukee. D.Washington DC.
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Blue Note Jazz Festival 2018
Jul 1-30, 2018
Location:
Several locations in New York
The Blue Note Jazz Festival in New York City is the city’s most popular jazz festival and focuses on bringing big-name artists to small crowds and up-and-coming acts to the public. The event takes over 15 places across the city and includes 150 world-class performers. Past artists include Questlove, Michael Bolton and Aretha Franklin.
Grant Park Music Festival 2018
Jun 14-Aug 19, 2018
Location:
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, South Shore Cultural Center, & Harris Theater for Music and Dance | 201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois
Listening to classical music is said to improve your intelligence. Whether that’s true or not, the Grant Park Music Festival will provide you with free, classical music, and you’d be smart to attend. The music at these concerts will leave you begging for more. It’s free to attend, so come and enjoy some great music with your family and friends.
Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays 2018
Jun 21 – Jun 26, 2018
Location:
Lake Park | Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Energy is way too contained(被抑制的)in an indoor music venue(场所). Let that energy go where it wants through a series of outdoor concerts with Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays. Wednesday is no longer the most boring day of the week. This tim, there’s something fun to do. A list of live music acts has made the middle of the week something too look forward to.
YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs(合唱队)2018
Aug 10- Aug 22 2018
Location:
Washingto National Cathedral | 3101 Wisconsin Ave NW Washing ton, DC
YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs in Washington gives students the rare opportunity to perform in the Washington National Cathedral, a famous historic place. The festival is a showcase of student choirs from all ove the country, accompanied(伴奏)by musicians from the local professional orchestra(管弦乐队).
1.At the Blue Note Jazz Festival, people can enjoy ___________.
A. performances by talented students B. performances by famous artists
C. performances with free admission D. peformances in 15 cities across the country
2.Those who are interested in _________ would probably go to the Grant Park Music Festival.
A. classical music B. outdoor concerts
C. live performances D. professional orchestra
3.Your energy can be released with music by outdoor concerts at the ____________.
A. Blue Note Jazz Festival B. Grant Park Music Festival
C. Lake Park Friends Wonderful Wednesdays D. YouthCUE Festival of Youth Choirs
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