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◆RIVERBANKS ZOO&GARDEN

It is home to more than 2.000 animals and one of the nation's most beautiful botanical gardens.With more than 350 species from around the world,Riverbanks is one of the largest mid— sized zoos in the country.

Hours:9:00a.m．一5:00p.m.daily.

Admission:Adults(13—61)一$19.95

Children(2—12)——$16.95

◆EDVENTURE

The Soutll's largest children's museum has 300 exhibits to mspire children to expenence the joy of learning. where else but EdVenture can children drive a real fire truck, anchor the news or visit another country?

Hours : Monday - Sunday :9 a. m.　 -5 p. m.

Admission : Members Free

Children and Adults -　 $ 11. 95

◆SOUTH CAROLINA STATE MUSEUM

The stories of South Carolina come alive through the exhibits and collections of the State Museum. Plus, a new 4-D theater provides popular movies that excite all ages. Museum members are invited to night-sky observing and more on Tuesday nights !

Hours : Mon. ,Wed. - Fri. :10 a. m. -5 p. m. ,Tues. :10 a. m. -10 p. m.　 ,

Sat. :10 a. m. -6 p. m. ,Sun. :Noon -5 p. m.

Admission:Adults (13 -61) : $ 8.95

Children (3 - 12) : $ 6. 95

◆SALUDA SHOALS PARK

Saluda Shoals Park is a sensitive riverfront park that invites visitors to experience the treasures of the Saluda River through exceptional educational and cultural opportunities.

Fun-filled Family Activities Nightly!　 ( except Thanksgiving, Chnstmas Eve and Christmas night)

Free for activities : apply with Holiday Lights admission (　 $ 20/car; $ 40/15-passenger vehicle; $ 60/bus) .

1.Which attraction best suits a child interested in broadcasting news?

A. EdVenture.　　 B. The State Museum.

C. Saluda Shoals Park.　　 D. Riverbanks Zoo & garden.

2.How much should a young couple with a 4-year-old son pay to enjoy various plants and animals?

A. $ 24.85.　　 B. $ 20.

C. $ 56.85.　　 D. $ 35.85.

3.Which of the following is available to all tourists in the State Museum?

A. Having a fantastic visual feast at l : 00 p. m.

B. Visiting the exhibits on Sunday morning.

C. Enjoying free family activities every night.

D. Observing the amazing night sky on Tuesday nights.

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How to Save on Sightseeing New York City Attractions With so many unique attractions， world-famous museums， theaters， and skyscrapers there is always plenty to do in New York． However， sightseeing， in New York City might not be the easiest or the cheapest experience．

This is why our team of real， life-long New Yorkers has created the New York Pass． If you want to discover the best of what this amazing city offers while still saving some time and money on your visit， the New York Pass is something you should be interested in．

How You Benefit from the New York Pass

Free entry to over 50attractions---Empire State Building， Statue of Liberty， Museum of Modern Art， Madison Square Garden Tour， NBC Studio Tours， New York Aquarium & many others．

Free 140-page guidebook in English， German & Spanish， containing hours of operation， maps and directions to every tourist attraction， shop and restaurant．

Line skipping privileges （特权）， as a New York Pass holder you are entitled to fast track entry to the New York City's busiest attractions．

Over 650 worth of entrance fees---that's how much it would cost if you visited all the attractions that New York Pass grants entrance to---without using the New York Pass． That doesn't even include the additional discounts you receive for having a NY Pass．

100% Risk Free， Money Back Guarantee---New York Pass insurance gives you extra comfort in case your travel plans change， offering refund on non-used Passes．

Please Note：

You can visit as many attractions as you want---even more with the time saved with fast track entry． You don't need to carry too much cash and the New York Pass keeps control on your spending．

New York Pass Prices：

Offer Ends： Fri 13Feb 2016

1.What is the main purpose of this passage？ ______

A. To introduce the New York Pass．

B. To attract more tourists to New York．

C. To describe how to use the New York Pass．

D. To explain why the New York Pass is created．

2.What benefit can you get from the New York Pass？ ______

A. You don't have to carry cash with you．

B. You can visit the Statue of Liberty for free．

C. You can change your travel plans as you like．

D. You can get the free guidebook in four languages．

3.Jack and his two kids will visit New York for three days in January in 2016， how much should he pay for the New York Pass？ ______

A. ﹩520 B. ﹩420

C. ﹩380 D. ﹩304

4.The underlined phrase "are entitled to" most probably means "are given ______ of"．

A. the name B. the honor

C. the privilege D. the title

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Attractions in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Historical Museum

30 N. Carroll Street on Madison’s Capitol Square

Discover Wisconsin’s history and culture(文化) on four floors of exhibits. Open for public program. Admission is free.

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00am -- 4:00 pm.

(608) 264-6555 www.wisconsinhistory.org/museum

Swiss historical village

612 Seventh Ave., New Glarus

The Swiss Historical Village offers a delightful look at pioneer life in America’s heartland. 14 buildings in the village give a full picture of every day life in the nineteenth-century Midwest.

Tue.—Fri., May 1^st –October 31^st , 10:00 am—4:00 pm. Admission is $20.

(608) 527-2317 www.swisshistoricalvillage.com

Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café

6858 Paoli Rd., Paoli, WI

One of the largest collections of fine arts and crafts(手工艺品) in Wisconsin. Over 5000 sp. ft. of exhibition space in a historic creamery. While visiting enjoy a wonderfully prepared lunch at our café overlooking the Sugar River. Just minutes from Madison!

Gallery open Tue. –Sun., 10:00 am—5:00 pm.

Café open Wed. –Sat., 11:00 am –3:00 pm.

Sun. brunch with wine, 10:00—3:00 pm.

(608) 845-6600 www.artisangal.com

Christopher Columbus Museum

239 Whitney St., Columbus

World-class exhibit –2000 quality souvenirs(纪念品) marking Chicago’s 1893 World Columbian Exhibition. Tour buses are always welcome.

Open daily, 8:15 am – 4:00 pm.

(920) 623-1992 www.columbusantiquemall.com

1.Which of the following is on Capitol Square?

2.Where can you go for a visit on Monday?

3.Where can visitors have lunch?

4.We learn from the text that___________.

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The Lake District Attractions Guide

Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens

History, Culture & Landscape(景观). Discover and enjoy 4 centuries of history, 5 acres of celebrated and award-winning gardens with parkland walk. Owned by the Hasell family since 1679, home to the International Marmalade Festival. Gifts and antiques, plant sales, museums & Mediaeval Hall Tearoom.

Open:29 Mar-29 Oct，Sun to Thurs.

Tearoom，Gardens & Gift Shop:10.30-17.00(16.00 in Oct).

House:11.15-16.00(15.00 in Oct)

Town: Pooley Bridge & Penrith

Abbot Hall art Gallery & Museum

Those viewing the quality of Abbot Hall’s temporary exhibitions may be forgiven for thinking they are in a city gallery. The impressive permanent collection includes Turners and Romneys and the temporary exhibition programme has Canaletto and the artists from St Ives.

Open: Mon to Sat and Summer Sundays. 10.30 -17.00 Sumner.10.30 -16.00 Winter.

Town:Kendal

Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery

Discover, explore and enjoy award-winning Tullie House, where historic collections, contemporary art and family fun are brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. There are four fantastic galleries to visit from fine art to interactive fun, so there’s something for everyone!

Open: High Season 1 Apr – 31 Oct: Mon to Sat 10.00 – 17.00, Sun 11.00 – 17.00.

Low Season 1 Nov – 31 Mar: Mon to Sat 10.00 – 16.30, Sun 12.00 – 16.30.

Town: Carlisle

Dove Cottage & The wordsworth Museum

Discover William Wordsworth’s inspirational home. Take a tour of his Lakeland cottage, walk through his hillside garden and explore the riches of the collection in the Museum. Visit the shop and relax in the café. Exhibitions, events and family activities throughout the year.

Open: Daily, 09.30 – 17.30 (last admission 17.00).

Town: Grasmere

1.When is the House at Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens open on Sundays in July?

A.09.30-17.30. B.10.30-16.00. C.11.15-16.00. D.12.00-16.30

2.What can visitors do at Abbot Hall Art Gallery & Museum?

A.Enjoy Ronney’s works.

B.Have some interactive fun.

C.Attend a famous festival.

D.Learn the history of a family

3.Where should visitors go if they want to explore Wordsworth’s life?

A.Penrith. B.Kendal. C.Carlisle. D.Grasmere.

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New friends. Fresh lifestyle. Better career opportunities… Those are attractions of overseas study for young people in China. “Start early, finish strong,” some of them say.

More than 300 universities from 27 countries and regions were represented at last weekend’s international education exposition.

The US has always been oft the top destination list for Chinese students, with its high education standards and enough scholarships．

Good news: It's easier to get a US student visa nowadays．Last year, the refusal rate was only 20 to 30 percent, much lower than a few years before, according to US embassy．

Concerns: There're a lot to prepare The TOFEL, GRE… It's longer time to apply to US universities than schools in the UK or Australia．

Useful link: www．Usemhassy．org．cn

Easier access to visas and international environment are the UK's great attractions for Chinese students．

Good news: There are many new scholarships this year, both from the government and universities, such as the Scotland International Scholarship．

Concerns: Money．Money．Money．It's expensive to study in the UK, with an average cost of 200, 000 to 300, 000 yuan a year．

Useful link; www．educationuk．org．en

Canada's multicultural environment is good for students' studies and careers．

Good news: Students are allowed to take off-campus part-tim'e job's during their studies from last year．It'll help pay living expenses．

Students can get two-year work permits after graduation．

Concerns: Only a limited number of scholarships are available．

They rarely cover the full cost of a study program．

Useful link; www．studycanada．en

Good climate, high quality education and favorable immigration policy—these make Australia one of the most popular choices among Chinese students．

Good news: A new E-visa policy ensures a quick application process （four weeks compared with 12 weeks before）．

Concerns: Tuition fees have risen in past years．The total cost is about 200, 000 yuan to attend a university located in big cities like sydney or Melbourne．

Useful link; www．students, idp．corn

1.If you want to have more chances of getting scholarship to study in a foreign country, you'd better choose_____．

A．Canada             B．the UK          C．the US         D．Australia

2.Many young people go to study in the US because _____．

A．it is very difficult for them to get a student visa

B．it is easier for them to pass the TOFEL or GRE

C．they don't spend much time applying to US universities

D．they think they can receive good university education

3.If you want to go on staying in the country after you finish studying there, you will choose ______．

A．Australia or the UK                  B．Canada or Australia

C．the US or the UK                    D．Canada or the UK

4.In which of the following countries may money be the most concern while studying abroad?

A．The US &- the UK．                B．The UK &- Canada．

C．The UK &- Australia．               D．Canada &- the US．

5.The passage is intended to give _____．

A．information for foreign study

B．advice on job seeking

C．suggestions on traveling abroad

D．tips on getting-visas

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Attractions in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Historical Museum

30 N. Carroll Street on Madison's Capitol Square

Discover Wisconsin's history and culture on four floors of exhibits. Open for public program.

Admission is free.Open the second day of a week through Saturday, 900 a．m.­400 p．m.Swiss Historical Village

612 Seventh Ave., New Glares

The Swiss Historical Village offers a delightful look at pioneer life in America's heartland. 14 buildings in the village give a full picture of everyday life in the nineteenth­ century Midwest.

Tue.­Fri., May 1st ­October 31st, 1000 a．m.­400 p．m. Admission is $20.

(608)527­2317 www.__swisshistoricalvillage.com

Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café

6858 Paoli Rd., Paoli, WI

One of the largest collections of fine arts and crafts in Wisconsin. Over 5000 sq. ft. of exhibition space in a historic  creamery. While visiting, enjoy a wonderfully prepared lunch at our café  overlooking the Sugar River. Just minutes from Madison!

Gallery open Tue.­Sun., 1000 a．m.­500 p．m. Café open Wed. ­Sat., 1100 a．m.­300 p．m.

Sun. brunch with wine, 1000 a．m.­300 p．m.  (608)845­6600__www.__artisangal.__com

Christopher Columbus Museum

239 Whitney St., Columbus

World­class exhibit—2000 quality souvenirs marking Chicago's 1893 World Columbian Exhibition. Tour buses are always welcome.

Open daily, 815 a． m.­400 p．m.    (920)623­1992 www.__columbusantiquemall.__com

1.Which of the following is on Capitol Square?

A. Wisconsin Historical Museum.           B. Swiss Historical Village.

C. Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.        D. Christopher Columbus Museum.

2.Where can you go for a visit on Monday?

A. Wisconsin Historical Museum.    B. Swiss Historical Village.

C. Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.  D. Christopher Columbus Museum.

3.Where can visitors have lunch?

A. At Wisconsin Historical Museum.           B. At Swiss Historical Village.

C. At Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.        D. At Christopher Columbus Museum.

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Attractions in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Historical Museum

30 N. Carroll Street on Madison’s Capitol Square

Discover Wisconsin’s history and culture(文化) on four floors of exhibits. Open for public program. Admission is free.

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00am -- 4:00 pm.

(608) 264-6555　 www.wisconsinhistory.org/museum

Swiss historical village

612 Seventh Ave., New Glarus

The Swiss Historical Village offers a delightful look at pioneer life in America’s heartland. 14 buildings in the village give a full picture of every day life in the nineteenth-century Midwest.

Tue.—Fri., May 1st –October 31st , 10:00 am—4:00 pm. Admission is $20.

(608) 527-2317　 www.swisshistoricalvillage.com

Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café

6858 Paoli Rd., Paoli, WI

One of the largest collections of fine arts and crafts(手工艺品) in Wisconsin. Over 5000 sq. ft. of exhibition space in a historic creamery. While visiting enjoy a wonderfully prepared lunch at our café overlooking the Sugar River. Just minutes from Madison!

Gallery open Tue. –Sun., 10:00 am—5:00 pm.

Café open Wed. –Sat., 11:00 am –3:00 pm.

Sun. brunch with wine, 10:00—3:00 pm.

(608) 845-6600　 www.artisangal.com

Christopher Columbus Museum

239 Whitney St., Columbus

World-class exhibit –2000 quality souvenirs(纪念品) marking Chicago’s 1893 World Columbian Exhibition. Tour buses are always welcome.

Open daily, 8:15 am – 4:00 pm.

(920) 623-1992　 www.columbusantiquemall.com

1.Which of the following is on Capitol Square?

A. Wisconsin Historical Museum.　　 　　 B. Swiss Historical Village.

C. Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.　　 D. Christopher Columbus Museum.

2.Where can you go for a visit on Monday?

A. Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B. Swiss Historical Village.

C. Artisan Gallery & Creamery café.

D. Christopher Columbus Museum.

3.Where can visitors have lunch?

A. At Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B. At Swiss Historical Village.

C. At Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.

D. At Christopher Columbus Museum.

4.We learn from the text that___________.

A. Swiss Historical Village is open for half a year

B. Christopher Columbus Museum overlooks a river

C. tickets are needed for Wisconsin Historical Museum

D. Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café are open daily for 4 hours

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Attractions in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Historical Museum

30 N.Carroll Street on Madison’s Capitol Square

Discover Wisconsin’s history and culture(文化)on four floors of exhibits.Open for public programs.Admission is free.

Open Tuesday through Saturday,9∶00 am—4∶00 pm.

(608)264-6555 www.wisconsinhistory.org/museum

Swiss Historical Village

612 Seventh Ave.,New Glarus

The Swiss Historical Village offers a delightful look at pioneer life in Ameri-

ca’s heartland.14 buildings in the village give a full picture of everyday life in the nine-teenth-century Midwest.

Tue.—Fri.,May 1st—October 31st,10∶00 am—4∶00 pm.Admission is $20.

(608)527-2317 www.swisshistoricalvillage.com

Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café

6858 Paoli Rd.,Paoli,WI

One of the largest collections of fine arts and crafts(手工艺品) in Wisconsin.Over

5000 sq.ft. of exhibition space in a historic creamery.While visiting enjoy a wonderfully prepared lunch at our café overlooking the Sugar River.Just minutes from Madison!

Gallery open Tue.—Sun.,10∶00 am—5∶00 pm.

Café open Wed.—Sat.,11∶00 am—3∶00 pm.

Sun.brunch with wine,10∶00 am—3∶00 pm.

(608)845-6600 www.artisangal.com

Christopher Columbus Museum

239 Whitney St.,Columbus

World-class exhibit—2 000 quality souvenirs(纪念品) marking Chicago’s 1893 World Columbian Exhibition.Tour buses are always welcome.

Open daily,8∶15 am—4∶00 pm.

(920)623-1992 www.columbusantiquemall.com

1.Which of the following is on Capitol Square?

A.Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B.Swiss Historical Village.

C.Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.

D.Christopher Columbus Museum.

2.Where can you go for a visit on Monday?

A.Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B.Swiss Historical Village.

C.Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.

D.Christopher Columbus Museum.

3.Where can visitors have lunch?

A.At Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B.At Swiss Historical Village.

C.At Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.

D.At Christopher Columbus Museum.

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New friends. Fresh lifestyle. Better career opportunities… Those are attractions of overseas study for young people in China. “Start early, finish strong,” some of them say.

More than 300 universities from 27 countries and regions were represented at last weekend’s international education exposition.

The US

The US has always been oft the top destination list for Chinese students, with its high education standards and enough scholarships．

Good news: It's easier to get a US student visa nowadays．Last year, the refusal rate was only 20 to 30 percent, much lower than a few years before, according to US embassy．

Concerns: There're a lot to prepare The TOFEL, GRE… It's longer time to apply to US universities than schools in the UK or Australia．

Useful link: www．Usemhassy．org．cn

Easier access to visas and international environment are the UK's great attractions for Chinese students．

Good news: There are many new scholarships this year, both from the government and universities, such as the Scotland International Scholarship．

Concerns: Money．Money．Money．It's expensive to study in the UK, with an average cost of 200, 000 to 300, 000 yuan a year．

Useful link; www．educationuk．org．en

Canada

Canada's multicultural environment is good for students' studies and careers．

Good news: Students are allowed to take off-campus part-tim'e job's during their studies from last year．It'll help pay living expenses．

Students can get two-year work permits after graduation．

Concerns: Only a limited number of scholarships are available．

They rarely cover the full cost of a study program．

Useful link; www．studycanada．en

Australia

Good climate, high quality education and favorable immigration policy—these make Australia one of the most popular choices among Chinese students．

Good news: A new E-visa policy ensures a quick application process （four weeks compared with 12 weeks before）．

Concerns: Tuition fees have risen in past years．The total cost is about 200, 000 yuan to attend a university located in big cities like sydney or Melbourne．

Useful link; www．students, idp．corn

1.If you want to have more chances of getting scholarship to study in a foreign country, you'd better choose_____．

2.Many young people go to study in the US because _____．

3.If you want to go on staying in the country after you finish studying there, you will choose ______．

4.In which of the following countries may money be the most concern while studying abroad?

5.The passage is intended to give _____．

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Attractions in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Historical Museum

30 N. Carroll Street on Madison’s Capitol Square

Discover Wisconsin’s history and culture(文化) on four floors of exhibits. Open for public program. Admission is free.

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00am -- 4:00 pm.

(608) 264-6555  www.wisconsinhistory.org / museum

Swiss historical village

612 Seventh Ave., New Glarus

The Swiss Historical Village offers a delightful look at pioneer life in America’s heartland. 14 buildings in the village give a full picture of every day life in the nineteenth-century Midwest.

Tue. —Fri. ,  May 1^st —October 31^st , 10:00 am—4:00 pm. Admission is $20.

(608) 527-2317  www.swisshistoricalvillage.com

Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café

6858 Paoli Rd., Paoli, WI

One of the largest collections of fine arts and crafts(手工艺品) in Wisconsin. Over 5000 sp. ft. of exhibition space in a historic creamery. While visiting enjoy a wonderfully prepared lunch at our café overlooking the Sugar River. Just minutes from Madison!

Gallery open Tue. –Sun., 10:00 am—5:00 pm.

Café open Wed. –Sat., 11:00 am –3:00 pm.

Sun. brunch with wine, 10:00—3:00 pm.

(608) 845-6600  www.artisangal.com

Christopher Columbus Museum

239 Whitney St., Columbus

World-class exhibit –2000 quality souvenirs(纪念品) marking Chicago’s 1893 World Columbian Exhibition. Tour buses are always welcome.

Open daily, 8:15 am – 4:00 pm.

(920) 623-1992  www.columbusantiquemall.com

1.Which of the following is on Capitol Square?

A. Wisconsin Historical Museum.          B. Swiss Historical Village.

C. Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.       D. Christopher Columbus Museum.

2.Where can you go for a visit on Monday?

A. Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B. Swiss Historical Village.

C. Artisan Gallery & Creamery café.

D. Christopher Columbus Museum.

3.Where can visitors have lunch?

A. At Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B. At Swiss Historical Village.

C. At Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.

D. At Christopher Columbus Museum.

4.We learn from the text that___________.

A. Swiss Historical Village is open for half a year

B. Christopher Columbus Museum overlooks a river

C. tickets are needed for Wisconsin Historical Museum

D. Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café are open daily for 4 hours

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