Trip 1 Black Bear Count

There have been fires in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living. Some bears have been seen since the fires, and the Office has asked for young people to help count them. The entire trip will last three hours. Bookings necessary.

Cost: Free       When: May 8

Trip 2 Garland Valley

Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a beautiful area of the Blue Mountains. Garland Valley is close to the town of Garland hut is part of the National Park. Many wild animals live in this area, including many rare birds. This is a great walk for bird-lovers. The trip lasts four hours. Bookings necessary.

Cost: $ 15       When: May 8, May 15

Trip 3 Flashlight Adventure

Put on your warm clothes, bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses, and come for a night walk along the Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. Many of the animals you will see on this trip . The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see. Numbers are strictly limited on night trips, so be sure to book early. This walk lasts two and a half hours.

Cost: $ 12       When: May 8, May 15, May22

Equipment to be needed:

??      Please bring enough water and food for all walks.

??      Wear good walking shoes—no high heels.

??      Wear a hat for day walks.

??      Dress warmly for night walks.

??      Children must be with an adult.

??      Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks.

??      Follow all instructions from guides during the walks. The mountains are a dangerous place.

Bookings:

??      Bookings for the above trips can be trade by telephone(893 — 4847)or on the Internet at www. Bluemountaintour. com

Where are these trips?

A. In a large city.                 B. In a park in the mountains.

C. In a special kind of zoo.        D. In three different countries.

On which trip might you see animals that sleep during the day?

A. Black Bear Count                B. Garland Valley

C. Flashlight Adventure           D. None of the trips

Which of the following is NOT necessary for the three trips?

A. Good walking shoes        B. A pair of glasses

C. Food and water            D. A sleeping-bag

Which following statement about Flashlight Adventure is NOT true according to the passage?

A. Bring your drink and lunch for this walk.

B. Many of the animals you will see on this trip .

C. The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see.

D. There is no need to book early.

What is the best title for the passage?

A. Adventure Travel in America

B. Hunting around the Great Mountains

C. Interesting Trips in the East of the USA

D. Discovery Trips in the Blue Mountains

SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND

         Captain Good Fellow

 Do your children enjoy interesting stories, funny games, and exciting dances? Captain Good Fellow will be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at 10:00, Free.

                     Walking Tour of the Town

 Forget your worries on Saturday morning. Take a beautiful walk and learn about local history. Meet at the front entrance of City Hall at 9:30. Wear comfortable shoes!

                     Films at the Museum

 Two European films will be shown Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre. See Broken Window at 1:30. The workers will be at 3:45. For further information, call 4987898

                      International Picnic

 Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from all over the world. Delicious and not expensive. Noon to 5:00 pm.

                     Take Me out to the Ballgame

 It’s October, and tonight is your last chance to see the Redbirds this year. Get your tickets at the gate. It might be cold;don’t forget sweaters and jackets.

                     Do You Want to Hear “The Zoo”

 “The Zoo”, a popular rock group from Australia, will give their first US concert tomorrow night at 8:00 at Rose Hall, City College

You can probably eat Chinese, Italian, and Arab food____.

       A. at the front entrance of City Hall               B. at the Ballgame

       C. at 5:00 pm                                 D. at Central Park on Saturday

The Redbirds ballgame_____.

       A. is in the afternoon    B. is outside             C. is at the gate         D. might be cold 

“The Zoo” is _____.

       A. a park with lots of animals                          B. US concert

       C. a music group                                    D. going to give the concert at 8:00 am

Do’s and Don’ts in Whale(鲸)Watching

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans has developed guidelines for whale watching in Johnstone Strait, where killer whales are found on a daily basis each summer. It is strongly recommended that vessel(船只)operators follow these guidelines for all kinds of whales.

●     Approach whales from the side, not from the front or the back.

●     Approach no closer than 100 metres, then stop the boat but keep the engine on.

●     Keep noise levels down-no horns, whistles or racing of engines.

●     Start your boat only after the whales are more than 100 metres from your vessel.

●     Leave the area slowly, gradually moving faster when you are more than 300 metres from the whales.

●     Approach and leave slowly, avoiding sudden changes in speed or direction.

●     Avoid disturbing groups of resting whales.

●     Keep at low speeds and remain in the same direction if travelling side by side with whales.

●     When whales are travelling close to shore, avoid crowding them near the shore or coming between the whales and the shore.

●     Limit the time spent with any group of whales to less than 30 minutes at a time when within 100 to 200 metres of whales.

●     If there is more than one vessel at the same observation spot, be sure to avoid any boat position that would result in surrounding the whales.

●     Work together by communicating with other vessels, and make sure that all operators are aware of the whale watching guidelines.

For whom is this text written?

A. Tour guides.

B. Whale watchers.

C. Vessel operators.

D. Government officials.

When leaving the observation areas, the vessel should ________________.

A.    move close to the beach

B.    increase speed gradually

C.    keep its engine running slowly

D.    remain at the back of the whales

When going side by side with whales, the vessel should    .

A.    keep moving in the same direction

B.    surround the whales with other boats

C.    travel closer and closer to the shore

D.    take a good viewing position

What is the shortest safe distance from the whales?

A. 400 metres.   B. 300 metres.    C. 200 metres.   D.100 metres.

Welcome to the National Maritime(海洋) Museum!

The National Maritime Museum is the largest of its kind in the world,with over two million items in its collections. Twenty galleries display some of the finest sea affairs in historic buildings,which were formerly a school for the sons of seamen.

Opening times

10:00-17:00 Winter hours

10:00-18:00 Summer hours

Last admission (允许进入)is thirty minutes before closing. Smoking is not allowed in the museum. Eating and drinking are only allowed in the designated areas. Photography and video are not permitted inside the building.

Bookings

Our Central Booking Group handles all group visit enquiries(需求), from schools, group organizers and tour operators.

Education and Interpretation (解说)

Schools‘ programs operate in term-time. Programs of talks,tours,work-shops,storytelling,living history and interpretation are run throughout the year,especially at weekends and during school holidays.

E-library

Facilities(设备) are provided for electronic access to the museum’s collections. Please ask a member of staff(员工) for directions to the nearest terminals. These facilities are also available from the comfort of your own home.

66.This passage mainly tells us _____ the museum.

A. the way to get to                B. the purpose to build

C. a brief introduction to          D. a detailed description of

67.Which of the following is certainly forbidden according to the passage?

A. Trying to enter the museum after 5:00 p.m.

B. Taking pictures in front of the museum.

C. Talking loudly when you enjoy the collections.

D. Eating and drinking wherever you are.

68.From the passage we can learn that _________.

A. the museum runs a school and has students of its own

B. students can receive different kinds of education here

C. part of school education has to be done in the museum

D. school programs are only run at weekends and on holidays

69.It can be inferred from the passage that _______.

A. the museum is very popular among visitors

B. things from ancient times are more attractive

C. the most valuable things are displayed in the museum

D. the museum is anxious to make more money

Do’s and Don’ts in Whale(鲸)Watching
The Department of  Fisheries and Oceans has developed guidelines for whale watching in Johnstone Strait,where killer whales are found on a daily basis each summer. It is strongly recommended that vessel(船只)operators follow these guidelines for all kinds of whales.
● Approach whales from the side, not from the front or the back.
● Approach no closer than 100 metres, then stop the boat but keep the engine on.
● Keep noise levels down-no horns, whistles or racing of engines.
● Start your boat only after the whales are more than 100 metres from your vessel.
● Leave the area slowly, gradually moving faster when you are more than 300 metres from the whales.
● Approach and leave slowly, avoiding sudden changes in speed or direction.
● Avoid disturbing groups of resting whales.
● Keep at low speeds and remain in the same direction if travelling side by side with whales.
● When whales are travelling close to shore, avoid crowding them near the shore or coming between the whales and the shore.
● Limit the time spent with any group of whales to less than 30 minutes at a time when within 100 to 200 metres of whales.
● If there is more than one vessel at the same observation spot, be sure to avoid any boat position that would result in surrounding the whales.
● Work together by communicating with other vessels, and make sure that all operators are aware of the whale watching guidelines.
【小题1】For whom is this text written?

A.Tour guides.
B.Whale watchers.
C.Vessel operators.
D.Government officials.
【小题2】When leaving the observation areas, the vessel should ________________.
A.move close to the beach
B.increase speed gradually
C.keep its engine running slowly
D.remain at the back of the whales
【小题3】What is the shortest safe distance from the whales?
A.400 metres.B.300 metres.C.200 metres.D.100 metres.

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