Here are some fancy items highly recommended ...

Here are some fancy items highly recommended to you to enrich or improve your daily life.

Beauty of mushrooms

Artist and photographer Jill Bliss will change your view of mushrooms with her photos, which you can find at http://bit.ly/mushroomphotos. Bliss arranges mushrooms and other objects she sees in nature almost like bunches of flowers.

Out in the Storm

All the components of great pop music — exciting songwriting, a commanding singer, and a band that plays with total commitment — are there and shining like diamonds on Waxahatchee’s new album, Out in the Storm. In what’s turning out to be a very impressive year for female bandleaders, writer/singer Katie Crutchfield and her rocking all-female band are experiencing one success after another.

Circa

If you’re tired from your international flight, trying to remember if the kids will still be awake for your call or to schedule a conference call for work, the app Circa can help you keep track of time in different time zones of the world. It’ll give you one less thing to worry about. The app is $3.99 for iOS and free for Android users.

Their Finest

The movie Their Finest, set during World War Ⅱ, centers on the film division of the British Ministry of Information, where Catrin Cole (Gemma Arterton) is employed, making movies that appeal to women. Film critic Peter Rainer writes that “the film’s best comic character is Ambrose Hilliard … performed with plenty of playful fun by that great scene-stealer Bill Nighy.” Their Finest is available on DVD and Blu-ray.

1.What do we know about Katie Crutchfield’s band?

A. It performs folk music.

B. Its target audience is women.

C. It is an overnight success.

D. Its members are female.

2.What is the main function of the app Circa?

A. To tell world time across different places.

B. To record users’ important meetings.

C. To remind users of international calls.

D. To recommend overseas flights to users.

3.Which of the following is one of the characters in the movie Their Finest?

A. Gemma Arterton. B. Ambrose Hilliard. C. Peter Rainer. D. Bill Nighy.

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If you are a movie fan, here are the latest movies highly recommended by viewers and critics.

The Irishman (2019)　　 Rate: 8.7/10　　 14,071

R | 3h 29min | Biography, Crime, Drama | 27 November 2019 (USA)

Legendary director Martin Scorsese spent a long time developing crime epic The Irishman; talk of the director reuniting with his old muse Robert De Niro for the project was happening as far back as 2010.

Director: Martin Scorsese

Writers: Charles Brandt (book), Steven Zaillian (screenplay)

Stars: Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Joe Pesci | See full cast & crew »

Frozen II (2019)　　 Rate: 7.3/10　　 13,162

PG | 1h 43min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy | 22 November 2019 (China)

Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven leave Arendelle to travel to an ancient, autumn-bound forest of an enchanted land. They set out to find the origin of Elsa’s powers in order to save their kingdom.

Directors: Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee

Writers: Jennifer Lee (screenplay by), Jennifer Lee (story by) | 4 more credits »

Stars: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad | See full cast & crew »

Ford v Ferrari (2019)　 Rate: 8.3/10　　 35,096

PG-13 | 2h 32min | Action, Biography, Drama | 13 November 2019 (France)

American car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference, the laws of physics and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford and challenge Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966.

Director: James Mangold

Writers: Jez Butterworth, John-Henry Butterworth | 1 more credit »

Stars: Matt Damon, Christian Bale, Jon Bernthal | See full cast & crew »

Joker (2019)　　 Rate: 8.8/10　 488,619

R | 2h 2min | Crime, Drama, Thriller | 4 October 2019 (USA)

In Gotham City, mentally troubled comedian Arthur Fleck is disregarded and mistreated by society. He then embarks on a downward spiral of revolution and bloody crime. This path brings him face-to-face with his alter-ego: the Joker.

Director: Todd Phillips

Writers: Todd Phillips, Scott Silver | 3 more credits »

Stars: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz | See full cast & crew »

1.Which of the movies lasts the shortest time?

A.The Irishman. B.Joker.

C.Frozen II. D.Ford v Ferrari.

2.According to the passage, the Irishman and Joker are similar in that _______.

A.they are both tragedies B.they are both about crime

C.they are produced in the USA D.they are released in the same month

3.What can we learn from the passage?

A.Frozen II has got the highest rating.

B.Arthur Fleck is ill-treated by some revolutionaries.

C.Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles are very determined.

D.Martin Scorsese wrote the stories for the movie himself.

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Welcome to our website. Here are some magazines to recommend this week.

1.Alarm would most probably attract people who love reading __________.

A.reviews of novels B.simple humorous stories

C.serious writings on music D.stories written by famous artists

2.What discount can you get if you buy Alternative Press on the website?

A.About 38% B.About 55%

C.About 70% D.About 75%

3.Which magazine will suit a hip-hop fan?

A.Complex. B.Alarm.

C.Alternative Press. D.Sound & Vision.

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— Fancy meeting you here! Are you a librarian?

— Not really. I________my volunteer effort until the new term begins.

A.will just contribute B.have just contributed C.just contribute D.am just contributing

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Are you looking for some interesting and meaningful places to take your kids to? Here are some　 places for you to choose before they grow up:

Alaska

Not to sound cool, but “it's a good chance to experience a trip through the icebergs. There are　 over 100,000 glaciers in Alaska, more than anywhere else in the world combined. You can also spot　 whales and other wildlife, visit the famous Denali National Park, enjoy the landscapes and even learn about the roughly 20 different native languages Spoken there

New York City

You definitely don't want to be chasing after your shopaholic teens in Manhattan, so plan your trip to the Big Apple when the kids are still young enough to enjoy the family-friendly trips! There　 are several family-friendly Broadway shows to see. You can also bring them for a walk in Central　 Park, pay a visit to the giant M&M'S store in Times Square, take a City Sightseeing Cruise, get on a　 boat to see the Statue of Liberty, visit the Brooklyn Children's Museum, and even enjoy a yummy　 street hot dog

Cape Canaveral

There are few things m the world as cool as rockets that fly to the outer space, so obviously ,a visit to Cape Canaveral's Kennedy Space Centre is one of the coolest trips you can you’re your children on. Though you won't see any more launches from this space station and its retired rockets, you can find out what it feels like to be in the Shuttle Launch Experience flight simulator Plus, it's only one hour away from Orlando, Florida, so if you visit Disney World as well, this quick side trip will be an easy one to make.

The Canadian Rockies

If you happen to visit the Canadian portion of the nor them Rocky Mountains, a visit to Banff　　 National Park will certainly not disappoint you. There are so many great activities for the whole　　 family to enjoy like wildlife viewing, spaceflight tours, fishing, horseback riding, and hiking. Let　　　　 your children experience the beauty of the Canadian Rockies and learn more about the history of this impressive UNESCO World Heritage site.

1. If a child wants to experience something related to spaceflight, where can he go?

A. Alaska and New York City.

B. Alaska and Cape Canaveral.

C. Cape Canaveral and the Canadian Rockies.

D. New York city and Cape Canaveral.

2.What can children do if they go to Alaska?

A. See the Statue of Liberty and enjoy Broadway shows.

B. Visit Disney World and see some retired rockets.

C. Learn the history of a UNESCO world Heritage site and enjoy horse riding.

D. Learn some native languages and experience a trip through the icebergs.

3.What does the underlined word "the Big Apple" mean in the passage?

A. New York City　　　　 B. Manhattan

C. Broadway　　　　 D. Times Square

4. What type of writing is this text?

A. An exhibition guide.　　 B. A travelling brochure.

C. An announcement.　　　　　 D. An art show review.

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Do you want to go to Spain to experience its festivals in spring? If you do, here are some that are worth experiencing.

15-19 March: Las Fallas Festival, valencia

Huge cardboard, wood, and plaster statues are made into the shape of traditional figures or even modern cultural figures like Shrek and former American President Obama. The creations are on display all over the city before being burned in one of the many bonfires, which takes place among much partying.

23 April: Saint George Festival, Barcelona

Sant Jordi, or St George, is the patron saint of Catalonia (as well as England and about 10 other countries and regions). But St George's Day in Barcelona is also the city's version of Valentine's Day when romance sweeps the city. The tradition is for the man to give his lady a rose in return for a book.

30 April to 7 May: Feria de Sevilla, Seville

Spring Fair, the Feria, is a joyful festival with masses of food, drink, music and dancing. To the west of the city a huge area is given over to the creating a small ''town'' of tents for drinking, eating and socializing. Most of the tents are private and invitation only but there are seven public ones.

Mid-May: Fiesta de San Isidro, Madrid

It's Madrid's largest festival. Music and dancing is everywhere with Latin rhythms happening at concerts all over the city. The festival starts with a grand procession of giants, followed by an opening speech in the Plaza Mayor. Over the next few days, entertainment takes over the city's public spaces.

1.What do we know about Las Fallas Festival?

A.Statues are burned during the party. B.American President displays his statues.

C.It is held to burn things for good luck. D.People only party at home with bonfires.

2.What do men do on St George's Day?

A.Give their girls a book as a gift. B.Join a grand procession of giants.

C.Express their love to their lovers. D.Pray to St George for a happy marriage.

3.When should you go if you want to try different foods and drinks at a festival in Spain?

A.On 23 April. B.On 15 March.

C.In the middle of May. D.At the beginning of May.

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----Fancy meeting you here, Lucy! I never thought you visit us today.

----Sorry, I forgot to tell you I was coming. I hope you don't mind me____.

A. calling in　　 B. pulling in

C. breaking in　　 D. dropping in

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Do you want to visit some amazing attractions in Philadelphia? If you do, here are some you can consider going.

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

It’s the oldest natural history museum in America. Attractions there include Dinosaur Hall with a fossil preparation lab and hands-on fossil dig site, live butterflies in a tropical garden, and a children’s nature center with live animals.

10 a.m.—4:30 pm, Monday— Friday, April 20, 2018

10am—5 pm, weekends and holidays

$59.00 for individuals

Independence Seaport Museum

Here on the edge of the Delaware River, you can check out a boat-building shop and explore the Spanish-American War Cruiser (巡洋舰) outside. Indoors, kids climb through a new, full-size reconstruction of a sailing ship created by using traditional boat-building techniques. Families can also rent museum-built boats to explore the calm waters and get a close view of the historic ships. Every Saturday, there are activities designed especially for children.

Open daily 10am—4:30 pm

$16.00 for adults and $12.00 for seniors (65&over), children (3—12)

Morris Arboretum

Spread out across 92 acres, the Victorian-styled Morris Arboretum holds plenty to explore and enjoy for adults and kids. Pick up the Tree Adventure Passport and go on a “Conservation Quest” throughout the gardens or create your own walking tour. People can wander around the pond there.

10am—4:00 pm, Monday— Friday

10am—5 pm, weekends

$10.00 for youth (3—12), students (must have ID)

$19.00 for adults

Benjamin Franklin Museum

The Benjamin Franklin Museum features artifacts, computer animations and interactive shows that explore Franklin’s life and character. It can bring kids’ history books to life. The exhibitions are open to visitors of all ages, and there are shows that are educational, fun and definitely hands-on.

Opens daily from 9 am to 7 pm

$5.00 for adults and $2.00 for children(4—16)

1.What can visitors do at the Independence Seaport Museum?

A.Learn how to go boating.

B.Create their old boat model.

C.Learn how to make a big traditional trip.

D.Have a rough knowledge about traditional ships.

2.How much should a couple with their 12-year-old son pay for Morris Arboretum?

A.$10.00 B.$ 19.00

C.$38.00 D.$48.00

3.What’s the common point among the four attractions?

A.They’re all suitable for family time.

B.They all mainly aim at educating people.

C.They all provide hands-on experience for tourists.

D.They all encourage people to have their own space.

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---Fancy meeting you here, Lucy! I never thought you visit us today.

---Sorry, I forgot to tell you I was coming. I hope you don’t mind me ______.

A. calling in　　　　　     B. pulling in

C. breaking in　　　　　     D. dropping in

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Are you interested in movie musicals? Here are some best movie musicals you need to watch.

Singin’in the Rain (1952)

Debbie Reynolds (the heroine) is ultra-charming in this time-honored classic musical about the coming of the talking pictures in movie history. She plays a winning showgirl with a golden singing voice designed for Hollywood stars. You can also see how Gene Kelly (the hero) made a hit in the timeless “Singin’in the Rain”.

The Sound of Music (1965)

It hit the big screen in 1965 and became an early blockbuster. It’s one of those movies that everybody watches again and again. Whether you’re singing along to ‘‘Do-Re-Mi” or ‘‘My Favorite Things”, you’ll still think of the cute Von Trapp children and the beautiful Austrian setting. Christopher Plummer (the hero) is wonderful as the serious captain melts into gentleness when singing “Edelweiss”. And Julie Andrews (the heroine) shows her addictive voice in such songs as “I Have Confidence”.

Chicago (2002)

Renee Zellweger and Catherine Zeta-Jones sing and dance as criminals in this musical about fame, envy, and murderous love. Famous songs include “Cell Block Tango”, where female criminals sing about how they ended up in jail. It won Best Picture, Best Actress in a supporting role, Best Art Direction-Set Decoration, Best Costume Design, Best Film Editing, and Best Sound in Oscar 2003.

La La Land (2016)

Struggling actress Mia (Emma Stone) and ambitious jazz pianist Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) begin a romance as they both follow their heart in the path of their dreams in Los Angeles. It won Best Performance by an Actress in a leading role, Best Achievement in Directing, Best Achievement in Cinematography, Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, and Best Achievement in Production Design in Oscar 2017.

1.Which movie musical marks a change in the movie history?

A. Chicago.　　 B. La ha Land.

C. Sin gin9 in the Rain.　　 D. The Sound of Music.

2.In which song will you feel gentleness from a serious man?

A. “Do-Re-Mi”.　　 B. “Edelweiss”.

C. “Singin’in the Rain”.　　 D. “Cell Block Tango”.

3.What do Chicago and La La Land have in common?

A. They both won Best Picture.　　 B. They both talk about crimes.

C. They both talk about dreams.　　 D. They both won some Oscar Awards.

4.If you are interested in Jazz music, whose role will be your favorite?

A. Ryan Gosling’s.　　 B. Renee Zellweger’s.

C. Catherine Zeta-Jones’.　　 D. Christopher Plummer’s.

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