AREA HOTELSSpend your vacation with us. We of...

AREA HOTELS

Spend your vacation with us. We offer luxury suites ( 豪华套房), an Olympic-sized pool, astate-of-the-art fitness center, and a beauty spa. Leave business cares behind while you relax at the Rosewood Hotel. You'll never want to leave! Call 800-555-0942 for reservations.

The Woodside Motel is the place to stay while visiting our city. After a day of sightseeing, relax in the comfort of your luxury room. All our rooms have king-sized beds, free movies, and mini-bars. Our outdoor playground and indoor recreation room (娱乐室) mean the little ones will never be bored. Babysitting service available. Enjoy your next family vacation at the Woodside Motel.

The Columbus Hotel is close to the city's finest restaurants and clubs. Enjoy the wonderful view of the city skyline from the Columbus Rooftop Restaurant. Host your next conference or banquet ( 宴 会 ) with us. We have a selection of reception rooms and banquet rooms suitable for conferences and　 parties. Call　 245-555-0982　 to　 speak to　 our banquet coordinator (协调员), 245-555-0987 for dinner reservations at the Rooftop Restaurant, and 245-555-0862 to reserve a room.

Next time you re in town, stay at the City View Hotel. Whether you' re here to shop, play, or work, City View's location can' t be beaten. We're close to all major bus lines and right next to the city's business district. All rooms include kitchens. Call 492-555-5932 for reservations. Don' t forget to ask about out special weekly and monthly prices.

The Sunflower Motel offers reasonable prices and cable TV in every room. Pets are welcome (extra charge applies). Special weekend prices. Call 488-555-0821 for reservations.

1.Which hotel is most suitable for a couple with a six-month-old baby?

A.The Rosewood Hotel. B.The Woodside Motel.

C.The Columbus Hotel. D.The Sunflower Motel.

2.What number may you call if you are looking for a place to hold a big birthday party?

A.245-555-0982. B.245-555-0862.

C.492-555-5932. D.488-555-0821.

3.What is the advantage of the City View Hotel?

A.Its luxury suites. B.Its convenient location.

C.Its personalized room service. D.Its sports-themed entertainments.

4.Where does this text probably come from?

A.A travel journal. B.A research paper.

C.A business report D.A tourist guidebook.

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With your workload growing, you may be telling yourself a vacation is one luxury you can’t afford. ________1. A vacation allows you the opportunity to recharge your physical and motional batteries, disconnect from everyday concerns, and return to work rested and refreshed. Some facts have proved employees are more productive after a vacation than before one. Here are some tips for you to plan your vacation to make sure that your time away from the office is worry free.

Time is right. A Robert Half survey shows that July and August are the most favorable months for employees to take a break because these months offer ideal beach weather and many businesses slow down during this time. ________2. For instance, if a big task is planned for the summer, you may consider postponing your trip until the fall.

Ask others for assistance. ________3. Your supervisor can help you determine who is the most qualified for a particular task.

Let your contacts know. Give colleagues and customers you frequently work with a few weeks’ notice before you start off. ________4.

Conduct a technical review. Before you leave, make sure there is plenty of room in your e-mail inbox so you don’t exceed (超越) your storage limit while you’re out of the office, which might prevent you from sending messages when you return. ________5.

In short, taking vacation is necessary and beneficial for your job. But you must plan your vacation properly in order to work free and worry free on holiday.

A．Ask trusted colleagues to handle your projects while you’re away.

B．A summertime beach vacation includes so much more than what you desire these days.

C．But the truth is that you can’t afford not to take one.

D．This will give them enough time to plan for your absence.

E. Also make sure passwords won’t expire(期满) while you are away.

F. What’s more, find your pet a temporary home when you are on vacation.

G. When planning your vacation, remember to take into account any activity that your department will be focused on during that time.

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If you had brought your swimming suit with you, we ___________ swimming in the lake now.

A. could go　　 B. could have gone

C. can go　　 D. have gone

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If you had brought your swimming suit with you, we ___________ swimming in the lake now.

A.could go B.could have gone

C.can go D.have gone

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We all need a vacation, whether with the entire family or your significant other. Unfortunately, many of us will not be able to follow through with vacation plans. But now, there is an alternative that is catching on (流行起来) rather quickly and it is called a “Staycation”. A staycation is just what it sounds like, a vacation but you stay at home. It might not sound interesting, but you can turn it into a fun and relaxing getaway.

Tell family and friends your plans. In their eyes you are truly on vacation and they only need to contact you in case of an emergency.

Go outside; don’t let the kids sleep all day. Go out and birdwatch, go fishing, explore the parks and nature, take in all you can of the outside world. You can even have a relaxing day at the beach, soak in some sun, and let the kids go swimming.

Go on a picnic; have the kids fly kites. Bring some bubbles, and have a nice day with the wind blowing in your hair. Watch as the kids run and play and enjoy the beautiful outdoors.

Camping is another fun way to have a staycation. If you have a camping ground in your area, you can go camping for a day or two and show the kids how it is to live right in the heart of Mother Nature.

Just remember, it really doesn’t matter where you decide to go, whether home or away. As long as you create quality time with your family you can strengthen the bonds that may have been pushed aside during all the long stressful work hours. Time is the most important thing you can give to your husband, wife and kids, enjoying every moment together, and you will have lasting memories in your hearts.

1.What is mainly talked about in the passage?

A. The popularity of a staycation.

B. The importance of a vacation.

C. Where to spend your vacation this year.

D. How to plan a staycation.

2.You should tell family and friends your plans so that 　　　　 .

A. they will fully support you

B. they will take care of your house

C. they will contact you only when necessary

D. they can help you make preparations

3.Which of the following is NOT a good way to have a good staycation?

A. To sleep at home all day.

B. To go out to watch birds.

C. To go to the parks.

D. To relax on the beach.

4.What is the most important thing of taking a staycation?

A. Spending quality time with your family.

B. Letting your kids learn about nature.

C. Giving your family relaxing time.

D. Getting away from stressful work hours.

5.The underlined word “bonds” in the last paragraph can be best replaced by “　　　　 ”.

A. friendship　　　 B. health　　 C. links　　　　 D. circles

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1.How much will the magazine pay for a joke to be published?

A. ＄50　　 B. ＄100　　 　 C. ＄150　　 　　 D.＄350

2.If you want to share a story of your pets with the readers, you need to submit it to 　　　　　　　　　 .

A. Anecdotes and Jokes　 B. Smart Animals

C. Power of Love　　　　　　 D. My Story

3.A story showing people’s generosity should be emailed to the editor at　 　　　　　　　 .

A. juliet@sws.com　　 　 B. susan@sws.com

C. audrey@sws.com　　 　　 D. nanjc@sws.com

4.An inspiring story sent to the magazine should　 　　　　　　　　 .

A. describe strange behaviour

B. contain less than 800 words

C. be real and original

D. be published before

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Share　 with　 us!

Would you like to have your writing published in this magazine?

Then let us know! We pay for stories, anecdotes and jokes:

Anecdotes and Jokes

$50

What’s made you laugh recently? A funny sign? A colleague’s behaviour? Got a joke? Send it in for Laughter is the Best Medicine!

Email: Juliet@sws.com

Smart Animals

Up to $100

Send us a tale about the strange behaviour of unique pets or wildlife in up to 300 words.

Email: audrey@sws.com

Power of Love

Up to $150

Acts of generosity can change lives or just give you that warm feeling full of love. Share your moments in 100-500 words.

Email: susan@sws.com

My Story

$350

Do you have an inspiring or life-changing story to tell? Your story must be true, unpublished, original and 800-1000 words.

Email: nanjc@sws.com

For more information, please visit: http://www.sws.com./share

1.How much will the magazine pay for a joke to be published?

A.$50. B.$100. C.$150. D.$350.

2.If you want to share a story of your pets with the readers, you need to submit it to ________.

A.Anecdotes and Jokes B.Smart Animals

C.Power of Love D.My Story

3.A story showing people’s generosity should be emailed to the editor at ________.

A.juliet@sws.com B.susan@sws.com

C.Audrey@sws.com D.nanjc@sws.com

4.An inspiring story sent to the magazine should ________.

A.describe strange behaviour B.contain less than 800 words

C.be real and original D.be published before

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We are now able to offer those adults who live, work or study in the Bristol City Council area cycle lessons for free up to 3 hours long.

Beginner? Can’t you ride a bike? You're not alone. We can help you get on a bike and go cycling. Beginners are called Level 1.

Need a refresher? If you need a refresher or you haven't been on a bike for a while and want to start cycling or perhaps you're confident on traffic-free routes but you want to start cycling on the road, our instructors can teach you the skills you need to cycle safely and confidently on the road. This is Level 2.

Experienced Cyclist? If you are an experienced cyclist, our professional urban coaches can give you smart tips for negotiating complex junctions more easily and improving your rush-hour strategies. This is Level 3.

What you should bring: You will need a roadworthy bike for your lesson. If you don’t own a bike you can hire one for the duration of your lesson but you can only hire one from the instructors at our Bedminster and St George venues. The cost of the bike for hire is £5. UK law does not require you to wear a helmet, but if you do wear one it should fit correctly.

Costs :

Bristol: Thanks to Bristol City Council, sessions are currently free for Bristol residents over age 16 and you can have up to 3 lessons, depending on your ability. To secure your booking, all we require is a £5 refundable deposit.

B&NES: Thanks to Bath Cycling Campaign, sessions are currently £5 for anyone over 12. If you are a B&NES resident, please book using the link on the “Outside Bristol” page.

Anywhere else: Life Cycle have a presence in Salisbury and Gloucester. For Salisbury residents, please book online and for Goucester residents you can book by emailing us (lifecycleuk. org.uk ). For all areas outside Bristol our charge is £ 30 for a 1-hour session.

1.You would like to have three lessons as 　　　　　 .

A. a beginner　　 B. an instructor

C. a refresher D. a skilled cyclist

2.If you want to ride a bike safely on the busy road, you'd better take up a lesson of　　　　　 .

A. Level 1　　 B. Level 2

C. Level 3　　 D. Level 4

3.How much should you pay for two lessons if you are outside Bristol and don't own a bike?

A. £15.　　　　 B. £65.　　　 C. £ 30.　　　　 D. £ 60.

4.What would be the best title for the text?

A. Cycle training lessons for adults

B. The coming events in the Bristol City

C. Popular places of interest in England

D. Activities suitable to different people

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Share With Us

Would you like to have your writing published in this magazine? Then let us know! We pay for stories, anecdotes and jokes:

Anecdotes and Jokes ＄50

What made you laugh recently? A funny sign? A colleague’s behaviour? Got a joke? Send it in for Laughter is the Best Medicine! Email: Juliet@sws.com

Smart Animals Up to ＄100

Send us a tale about the strange behaviour of unique pets or wildlife in up 300 words. Email: audry@sws.com

Power of Love Up to ＄150

Acts of generosity can change lives or just give you that warm feeling full of love. Share your moments 100—500 words. Email: susan@sws.com

My Story ＄350

Do you have an inspiring or life-changing story to tell? Your story must be true, unpublished, original and 800—

1000 words. Email: nanjc@sws.com

For more information, please visit: http://www.sws.com./share

1. How much will the magazine pay for a joke to be published?

A. ＄50　　 　　 B. ＄100　　 　　 C. ＄150　　 　　　 D.＄350

2. If you want to share a story of your pets with the readers, you need to send it to 　　　　　　　　　 .

A. Anecdotes and Jokes　　 B. Smart Animals

C. Power of Love　　　　　 D. My Story

3.A story showing people’s generosity should be emailed to the editor at 　　　　　　　　 .

A. juliet@sws.com　　　 B. susan@sws.com

C. Audrey@sws.com 　 　 D. nanjc@sws.com

4.An inspiring story sent to the magazine should 　　　　　　　　　 .

A. describe strange behaviour

B. contain less than 800 words

C. be real and original

D. be published before

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Send us your old jeans and other denim (牛仔布)!

What Are We Going to Do with All This Denim?

All the denim will be donated to COTTON FROM BLUE TO GREEN.®. This denim drive is a call-to-action to donate denim and give it "new life" by changing it into UltraTouchtm Natural Cotton Fiber Insulation (纤维隔热材料), which is used to help build houses in places that have been damaged by hurricanes, tornadoes, and other natural disasters. Your jeans will help set a record, keep clothes out of landfills (垃圾场), and build houses for families to live in! UltraTouchtm is made of 85% recycled fibers and is an environmentally safe, natural cotton fiber insolation(隔离).

It's a Fact

It takes about 500 pairs of jeans to recycle enough denim to insulate one average-size U.S. house. So send us lots!

Here's How You Can Get Involved!

1. Get a parent's permission and select as many denim clothes as you like. (Any denim clothing is OK.)

2. The denim must be used.

3. The denim can be any brand.

4. The denim can be of any color or size but must have been worn by a human (no doll clothes!).

5. Please print out this form and include it with each package!

6. Send as many jeans or denim items as you wish to:

NG Kids P.O. Box 98001 Washington, D.C. 20090-8001

Jeans must be received by June 30, 2009!

1. The activity organizer asks you to send denim clothes to ________.

A. turn them into new clothes for sale   B. prevent them from being thrown away

C. provide clothes for the homeless      D. collect old clothes for being reused

2. The denim clothes that you intend to send_______.

A. can be of any shape or color       B. can be either new or second-hand

C. must be a certain brand            D. Can be worn by dolls

3.We can infer that UltraTouchtm may be the name of_________.

A. a brand of jeans     B. a building material  C. an organization D. a kind of cloth

4.This activity is probably ________

A. a charity(慈善) act                    B. a school's homework

C. an environmental act                   D. a building company' s task

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