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1. The purpose of the advertisement is ______.

A. to help parents with their daily life
B. to attract more subscribers
C. to collect more money for charity
D. to introduce a new product

2. Which of the following is TRUE according to the ad?

A. Only $12 is to be paid for 24 issues of the magazine.
B. Readers can get a free offer of the magazine any time of the year.
C. Readers from all over the world can enjoy the free offer.
D. Readers can communicate face to face with child experts on the Internet.

3. Where can we most probably read the ad?

A. In the newspaper.  
B. In a website.
C. In a supermarket.  
D. In a library.

4. A reader subscribed(订阅) PARENTS 3 months ago, but now he finds the magazine dissatisfying.
What can he do?

A. He can cancel without getting your money back.
B. He can cancel after answering a series of questions.
C. He can email them to access your bank account to get all your money back.
D. He can cancel and get all your money back without answering any questions.

1. Reading the passage, you might like to help these organizations which work for _________.

A. homeless and sick children                
B. less fortunate members of our society
C. hungry people who have no beds to sleep in  
D. friendly members of our society to help others

2. If you like children and you could offer a happy family to a homeless child, you may go to
___________.

A. Street Food                            
B. Night Shelter
C. Children's Home                        
D. Children's Hospice

3. We can infer that__________.

A. there are too many social problems in this country
B. people are very poor during the time for giving
C. warm-hearted people like to give away money
D. this passage is taken from a local newspaper

4. If your child has grown up, you may take the child's things to __________.

A. Children's Home and Children's Hospice    
B.Youth Club and Children's Home
C. Children's Hospice and Night Shelter      
D.Youth Club and Night Shelter

    Riding School:
   You can start horse-riding at any age. Choose private or group lessons any weekday between 9 a.m.
and 8:30 p.m. (3:30p.m. on Saturday). There are 10 kilometers of tracks and paths for leisurely rides
across farmland and open country. You will need a riding hat.
   Opening Hours: Monday through Friday: 9:00a.m.---8:30 p.m.
   Phone: (412) 396---6754 Fax: (412)396---6752
Sailing Club:
    Our Young Sailor's Course leads to the Stage 1 Sailing qualification．You'll learn how to sail safely
and the course also covers sailing theory and first aid．Have fun with other course member , afterwards
in the clubroom．There are 10 weekly two-hour 1essons (Tuesdays 6 p．m．～8 Pp．m．)．    
    Opening Hours:Tuesdays:6:00 p．m．-8:00 p．m．
    Phone:(412)396-6644 Fax:(412)396-6644
Diving Centre:
    Our experienced instructors offer one-month courses in deep-sea diving for beginners．There are two
evening lessons a week,in which you learn to breathe underwater and use the equipment safely．You
only need your own swimming costume and towel．Reduced rates for couples．
    Opening Hours:Monday and Friday:6:30 p．m．-8:30 p．m．
Phone:(412)396-6312  Fax:(412)396-6706
Medical Center:
    The staff of the Medical Center aim to provide convenient and comprehensive medical care to
students and staff of the university．The center is well equipped and the staff here are trained to deal
with a broad range of medical problems．Both female and male doctors as well as nursing staff are
available for consultation．Also,all kinds of medicines are sold here and are cheaper for students than
other drugstores．
    Opening Hours:24 hour from Monday to Sunday
Phone:(412)396--6649  Fax:(412)396-6648
Watersports Club:
   We are a two-kilometer length of river for speedboat racing, and water-skiing, A beginners' course
consists of ten 20-minute lessons. You will learn to handle boats safely and confidently, but must be
able to swim. The club is in a convenient central position and is open daily from 9a.m. to 4 p.m. with
lessons all through the day.
   Opening Hours: Monday through Friday: 9:00a.m. ---4:00 p.m.
   Phone: (412)396---6899  Fax: (412)396---6890      

1. If you want to swim and enjoy activities which are fast and a bit dangerous,you should join     ．

A. Watersports Club  
B. Diving Centre    
C. Sailing Club    
D. Riding School

2. If you want to experience a new activity in the countryside in the mornings,you may fax        ．

A. (412)396-6648  
B. (412)396-6706  
C. (412)396-6752  
D. (412)396-6876

3. If you are planning to explore the ocean depths,you should attend your lessons at      .

A. 24 hour from Monday to Sunday    
B. Monday through Friday:7:00 a．m．-10:00 p．m．
C. Tuesdays:6:00 p．m．-8:00 p．m．
D. Monday and Friday:6:30 p．m．-8:30 p．m．

4. Which is NOT the convenience that the Medical Center provides?

A. Good equipment．                  
B. Well trained staff members．
C. Various less expensive medicines．    
D. Nursery for newly-born babies

                                                                        Holidays
Holiday News
     Vacancies (空位) now and in the school holidays at a country hotel in Devon. This
comfortable, friendly home-from-home lies near the beautiful quiet countryside, but just a
drive away from the sea. The food is simple but good. Children and pets are welcome.
Reduced prices for low season.
     The Snowdonia Center The Snowdonia Center for young mountain climbers has a
mountain 1068.The beginners' costs are ￡57 for a week, including food and rooms.
Equipment is included except walking shoes, which can be hired at a low cost.
     You must be in good health and prepared to go through a period of body exercises.
This could be the beginning of a lifetime of mountain climbing adventure.

The World Sea Trip of a Lifetime
     Our World Sea Trip of 2008 will be unlike any holiday you have ever been on before.
Instead of one hotel after another, with all its packing and unpacking waiting and traveling,
you just go to bed in one country and wake up in another.
     On board the ship, you will be well taken care of. Every meal will be first-class and every
cabin like your home.
     During the trip, you can rest on deck(甲板), enjoy yourself in the games rooms and in the
evening dance to our musical team and watch our wonderful play.
     You will visit all the places most people only dream about - from Acapulco and Hawaii to
Tokyo and Hong Kong.
     For a few thousand pounds, all you've ever hoped for can be yours.53.What can you do

1.if you like to go on holidays with pets?

A. Choose the holiday in Devon.
B. Go to the Snowdonia Centre
C. Join the World Sea Trip of 2008
D. Visit Acapulco and Hawaii

2.In what way is the Snowdonia Centre different from the other two holidays?

A. It provides chances of family gatherings.
B. It provides customers with good food.
C. It offers a sport lesson.
D. It offers comfortable room.

3. What is special about the World Sea Trip of 2008?

A. You can have free meals on deck every day.
B. You can sleep on a ship and tour many places.
C. You will have chances to watch and act in a play.
D. You have to do your own packing and unpacking.

4. At the Snowdonia Centre, the beginners' costs of ￡57 do not cover .

A. food
B. rooms
C. body exercises
D. walking shoes

     Head of Research    
     Salary:￡55.271
     We are looking for a Head of Research to manage the CWU Research Department and Information
Centre.You would be required to exercise control of all research work of the department and manage a
team of three researchers and four support staff.
     The person appointed would be expected to carry out research work of a strategic nature across the
range of businesses in which the CWU has or seeks membership and to contribute to the strategic
thinking and direction of the union as a whole.
     You will need:proven line management skills,especially in managing and motivating a team；good
research skills,holding a good degree in a related subject or other similar experience；a high level of
mathematical and calculating skills；the ability to produce high quality work under pressure；a
commitment to any knowledge of the trade union movement and social democratic politics；and
knowledge and/or experience of the postal and/or telecommunications industry.
     To apply,please request an application pack by emailing hr@cwu.org or by telephoning HR(Human
Resources)on 020 8971 7482.When applying,please stay your source.
     Closing Date for Applications:4th August
     Anticipated interview date:17th August
      No agencies please

1. In which column of a newspaper could we find this advertisement?

A. Arts.  
B. Sales.
C. Jobs.
D. News.

2.  One of the duties of the person to be appointed is________

A. taking charge of research work
B. seeking membership for the trade union
C. managing a team of three or four members
D. running a telecommunications company

3. If you want to apply for this position,you can do all EXCEPT________.

A. ask an agency for an application form
B. dial 020 8971 7482 for more information
C. email hr@cwu.org for an application pack
D. send in your application before 4th August

4. Which of the following applicants is most likely to be employed?

A. A school teacher with a master's degree.
B. A university graduate majoring in computer science.
C. A director from a research centre with a master's degree.
D. A clerk from a telecommunications company.

                                                  Coolest Hotels in the World
    Ariau Amazon Towers
    The Ariau Amazon Towers hotel lets you sleep in a tree house.Eight towers make up this hotel that
offers over 300 rooms.If you really want to get into the spirit, book the Tarzan Suite which is large
enough for a big family.You'll be thirty feet up in the air and can travel between the towers through their
wooden walkways.
    Prices:starting at $300 one night for each person for a regular room and going all the way up to $3,000
for the Tarzan Suite.
    For more information,  visit the website:http://www.ariautowers.com
The Ice Hotel
    Every winter in Jukkasjarvi, Sweden, a special kind of hotel called the Ice Hotel is built.Each year,
worldfamous artists are invited to design and produce works of art from the ice, many of which can be
found in the rooms.You'll have your choice between hot or cold rooms, but you will be well advised to
stay at least one night in a cold room for a true experience.
   Prices:starting at $318 one night for each person for either a cold room or a warm one.
    For more information, visit the website:http://www.icehotel.com
Propeller Island
    Propeller Island City Lodge is a very special hotel that was designed by a German artist.Each room
provides you with the possibility of living in a work of art.Every single piece of furniture in the thirty
rooms of the hotel has been handmade and each room is completely different.You'll be able to choose a
room based on your own personal tastes.
    Prices:starting at just $91 a night, and an additional(另外)person for only 20 extra dollars.
    For more information, visit the website:http://www.propellerisland.com
For information about other cool hotels in the world, visit the website:http://www.bahamabeachclub.
com

1. What is special about the Ariau Amazon Towers hotel?

A. You can sleep in tree houses.    
B. You can choose any of the towers.
C. It is designed for big families.
D. Every room has a walkway.

2. For two persons spending a night in one of these hotels, they have to pay at least ________.

A. $111      
B. $182    
C. $600  
D. $636

3. Which website should you visit if you want to find out whether there exists a hotel under the sea?

A. http://www.icehotel.com        
B. http://www.ariautowers.com
C. http://www.propellerisland.com
D. http://www.bahamabeachclub.com

4. Which hotel would invite artists to come to work every year?

A. Propeller Island City Lodge.
B. Ariau Amazon Towers.
C. The Ice Hotel.
D. Bahama Beach Club.