"My kids really understand solar and earth-heat energy," says a second-grade teacher in Saugus, California. "Some of them are building solar collectors for their energy course." These young scientists are part of City Building Educational Program (CBEP), a particular program for kindergarten through twelfth grade that uses the stages of city planning to teach basic reading, writing and math skills, and more.

The children don't just plan any city. They map and analyze (分析) the housing, energy, and transportation requirements of their own district and foretell its needs in 100 years. With the aid of an architect ( 建筑师) who visits the classroom once a week, they invent new ways to meet these needs and build models of their creations. "Designing buildings of the future gives children a lot of freedom," says the teacher who developed this program. "They are able to use their own rich imagination and inventions without fear of blame, because there are no wrong answers in a future context. In fact, as the class enters the final model-building stage of the program, an elected ‘official’ and ‘planning group’ make all the design decisions for the model city, and the teacher steps back and becomes an adviser."

CBEP is a set of activities, games and imitations that teach the basic steps necessary for problem-solving: observing, analyzing, working out possible answers, and judging them based on the children's own standards.

63. The Program is designed _____.

A. to direct kids to build solar collectors          

B. to train young scientists for city planning

C. to develop children's problem-solving abilities

D. to help young architects know more about designing

64. An architect pays a weekly visit to the classroom ______.

A. to find out kids’ creative ideas            B. to discuss with the teacher

C. to give children lectures                 D. to help kids with their program

65. Who is the designer of the program?

A. An official.   B. An architect.   C. A teacher.   D. A scientist.

66. The children feel free in the program because______.

A.    they can design future buildings themselves   B.       they have new ideas and rich imagination

C.    they are given enough time to design models  D.       they need not worry about making mistakes

One Canada, Two Languages
Canada is one of the few nations in the world to have two official languages: English and French. There are 10 provinces in the country but only one of these—Quebec is known as “French Canada”. This is because it was founded by French explorers while British adventurers discovered the rest.
Canada left the British empire(帝国) in 1867 to become an independent country and English and French have been recognized as the official languages ever since.
Most people speak English as their first language and the two national television networks broadcast in English throughout the country. Apart from in Quebec and a few places on the east coast, French television is very rare.
The same goes for traffic signs and menus, for example, outside of Quebec, there are only a few places where you’ll see traffic signs in French. In restaurants, it’s almost impossible to find French on the menu unless you are in the heartland (中心地带) of French Canada. However, all  products sold in Canada must, by law, have labels (标签) and instructions in both languages.
In Canada’s English speaking provinces, official bilingualism (双语) means that students can choose to complete a special French language course. Under this program, they are taught most of their subjects in French.
If a student begins the course in kindergarten (幼儿园) or Grade One, it is likely that all their lessons will be in French. However, if they start at junior high school, 25 percent of the teaching will continue to be in English.
【小题1】How many provinces are there in Canada?

A.Ten.B.Nine.C.Eleven.D.Two.
【小题2】Which country controlled Canada before its independence?
A.France.B.Britain.C.America.D.Germany
【小题3】Where can you watch French television programs?
A.Only in Quebec.
B.In Quebec and a few other places.
C.From the two national television networks.
D.All over Canada
【小题4】What do we know about the education in Canada?
A.In English speaking provinces only English courses are offered.
B.If you choose a special French language course, most of the subjects are taught in French.
C.The courses in primary school are all taught in English.
D.Most of the courses in junior high schools are taught in English.

Enjoy a museum visit with your class!
Available(可获得的) Programs:
Art Tells a Story: By looking at the subject matter and by drawing from personal experiences, students can find the story in some works of art. ( All grades)
Learning to Look: An interactive (互动的)tour that explores a variety of (各种各样的)art using storytelling, movements, music, games, and other techniques helps introduce children to a museum. (Preschool~ Grade 3)
Native American Collection: This program explores relationships that exist between art, culture, the geographic location and natural resources. Students will see a bowl made by Maria Martinez, a Towa storyteller, a Northwest coast mask, and Inuit clothing. ( For Grades 2~5)
The Language of Art: Classes are welcomed into the museum to take part in an interactive tour of American Art. It gives participants a new set of vocabulary while helping them feel comfortable. Art-on-the-Move: Teachers may borrow suitcases filled with art objects. Free organizations with Education Membership.
Planning Your Visit:
Booking: Booking is necessary for all tours and programs. Please book at least a week in advance. Teachers are encouraged to organize self-guided visits for their classes during public hours.
Tour Hours: Tours can be organized between 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Program Fees: Tours are free for those with Education Membership. There is a charge of $6 per student of non-member organizations. Tour with art activities cost $12 per student (non-members) or $10 per student (members).
Chaperones(保护人):We require one adult chaperone for every 10 children. Chaperones help to make your museum visit a success. A chaperone must pay $5 admission.
Lunch: We regret that no lunch facilities are available at the museum.
Museum Rules: Don’t touch works of art. Don’t take photographs.
Ask questions. Look, and then LOOK again!
Enjoy!
【小题1】If teachers want their students to learn about what a museum is, they will choose________.

A.Art Tells a Story.B.Learning to Look
C.The Language of Art.D.Native American Collection.
【小题2】Why does the museum feel sorry?
A.Taking photos is not allowed at the museum.
B.Visitors can’t touch works of art at the museum.
C.Visitors are not able to have lunch at the museum.
D.Visitors can’t take part in all the activities at a time.
【小题3】How much should the museum charge a class of 60 students with Education Membership for a tour with art activities?
A.$600.B.$630.C.$720.D.$750.
【小题4】What do teachers need to do before leading their classes to the museum?
A.To make bookings ahead of time.
B.To try to get Education Membership.
C.To learn about the history of the museum.
D.To ask for the permission of self-guided visits.
【小题5】In which section of the newspaper does the passage most probably appear?
A.Health.B.News.C.Culture.D.Advertisement.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is based on the simplicity and power of friendship. It is a program which provides friendship and fun by matching vulnerable young people(ages 7-17) with a volunteer adult who can be both a role model and a supportive friend.
Volunteer tutors come from all walks of life—married, single, with or without children. Big Brothers and Big Sisters are not replacement parents or social workers. They are tutors: someone to trust, to have fun with, to talk and go to when needed.
A Big Sister and Little Sister will generally spend between one and four hours together three or four times each month for at least twelve months. They enjoy simple activities such as a picnic at a park, cooking, playing sport or going to a football match. These activities improve the friendship and help the young person develop positive self-respect, confidence and life direction.
Big Brothers Big Sisters organizations exist throughout the world. It is the large and most well-known provider of tutor services internationally and has been operating for 25 years.
Emily and Sarah have been matched since 2008. Emily is a 10-year-old girl who has experienced some difficulties being accepted by her schoolmates at school. “I was pretty sure there was something wrong with me.”
Emily’s mum came across Big Brothers Big Sisters and thought it would be of benefit to Emily by “providing different feedback(反馈) about herself other than just relying on schoolmates to measure her self-worth.
Sarah wanted to get involved in a volunteer program. “I googled it and found out how to be a part of it. I thought it would be fun for me to get involved in making time to do something because sometimes it is all work and no play.”
Big Brothers Big Sisters has been of great benefit and enjoyment to both Emily and Sarah. They love and look forward to their time together and the partnership has certainly helped Emily be more comfortable in being the wonderful, happy and unique girl she is!
【小题1】What is the aim of Big Brothers Big Sisters?

A.To offer students public services.
B.To help students improve their grades.
C.To organize sport activities for young people.
D.To provide partnership and fun for young people.
【小题2】According to Emily’s mother, this program may provide Emily with              .
A.advice from her teachers
B.a new way to assess herself
C.a new way to judge her schoolmates
D.more comments from her schoolmates
【小题3】Why did Sarah want to get involved in the program?
A.She used to be a volunteer.
B.She needed a part-time job.
C.She felt a bit bored with her life.
D.She wanted to get a challenging job.
【小题4】According to the passage, “vulnerable young people” are probably those who are              .
A.popular at schoolB.rather weak physically
C.easily hurt emotionallyD.confident in themselves

阅读下列材料,从所给的六个选项(A、B、C、D、E和F)中,选出符合各小题要求的最佳选项。选项中有一项是多余选项。

The people below are all trying to choose which TV program to watch.  After the description of these people, there is information about six TV programs A-F. Decide which program would be most suitable for the person mentioned in questions 61-65 and then mark the correct letter (A-F) on your answer sheet. There is one extra paragraph about one program which you do not need to use.

61.__________Although Rob lead a quiet life in a small village, that doesn’t stop him from wanting to find out about the latest scientific development.

62. __________Bella enjoys eating out but can’t afford to spend very much at the moment as she is saving for a holiday. She has never learnt how to cook, so now might be quite a good time to find out!

63. __________Dan is interested in taking wildlife photographs and enjoys the kind of program which gives him a chance to see a professional photographer at work.

64. __________Gina is a music teacher. Although she prefers classical music, she likes to follow the kind of music that interests the teenagers she teaches.

65. __________Ron’s wife is in hospital. He wants to find a program suitable for his three-year-old son while he gets on with the housework and prepares a meal.

TODAY’S  TELEVISION  PROGRAMME  PREVIEW

A.TV1 7:20 p.m. Find out more about Australia’s animal life. This film was made last year by one  of Australia’s best-known cameramen, Dougie Bond. He spent over 200 hours filming the birds, animals and fish that inhabit this beautiful continent and for the first time brings some of these unusual animals to our TV screens.

B.TV3 9:00p.m. The popular science program is back with the latest in technology and medicine. This week, cars that run on sunlight and the story of one baby’s fight to live.

C.TV2 8:10p.m. Do you think what goes into the food most of us eat every day of the week? Tonight’s program takes a serious scientific look at the bread industry. Whether you bake your own bread or just enjoy buying it, this program will give you an interesting insight into something most of us eat every day of the week.

D.TV1 5:15p.m. Busy parents? Bored children? Do you want something educational to entertain your children while you do something else? This popular magazine program is for the under-fives. More music, fun, songs and games with Carla and Larry.

E.TV3  8:45p.m. If you’ve always wanted to cook, now’s your chance to learn. In the studio are two chefs who will take you through some simple recipes step by step. This is a repeat of the popular series shown last year, and available from good bookshops.

F.TV3  7:40p.m. The latest new music. Pete Hogg looks at the best of the current rap, raga and new jack swing plus new video releases. This is the program that tells you all about what’s happening on the music scene and brings you interviews with tomorrow’s young artists.

 

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