People
People is America’s No．1 magazine about fascinating people．It’s a guide to who and what’s  hot in the arts，science，business，politics，television，movies，books，music and sports．It is published weekly．
Publisher：The Time Inc．Magazine Company
Cover Price：＄211．47
Our Price：＄117．00
Issues：53 issues／12 months
Lucky
Lucky is the shopping magazine with the best buys，and the fashion tips you’ll need before you hit the stores．What makes Lucky really special is that it gets you the information you need before anyone else has it．
Publisher：Conde Nast Publications Inc．
Cover Price：＄35．40
Our Price：＄15．00
Issues：12 issues／12 months
Parents
The most trusted magazine for parents who want to raise smart，loving and self-confident children．Each issue has age-specific child-development guidance，advice on your child’s health and safety，and the best ways to encourage your child’s learning．
Publisher：Meredith Corporation
Cover Price：＄42．00
Our Price：＄9．97
Issues：12 issues／12 months
Entertainment
This magazine covers movies，television，music，Broadway stage productions，books，and popular culture．Unlike celebrity-focused magazines like People，its main concentration is on entertainment media and reviews．It’s intended for a more general audience．
Publisher：The Time Inc．Magazine Company
Cover Price：＄199．50
Our Price：＄38．95
Issues：57 issues／12 months
【小题1】Which of the following targets common readers?

A．Lucky．

B．Entertainment．

C．Parents．

D．People．

【小题2】According to the passage，what makes Lucky so special?

A．Its exclusive information related to shopping．

B．Its pictures of fashion stores．

C．The access it provides to bargains．

D．Its competitive price．

【小题3】Celebrity-focused magazines are probably ones focusing on          ．

A．political events

B．festivals and celebrations

C．hot events and famous stars

D．television programs

【小题4】You’re most likely to find the above information          ．

A．in an educational magazine

B．on a magazine club website

C．in a guide to magazines

D．in a magazine sales report

【小题5】       costs the subscriber least．

A．Lucky

B．Parents

C．People

D．Entertainment

Visit one of the most outstanding prehistoric sites in the United Kingdom, and enjoy amazing historic English attractions. Please notice that every tour starts and ends in London. Have a tour with Visiting Britain.
Stonehenge Direct Tour
Visit one of the most outstanding prehistoric sites in England and in the world: Stonehenge.
Duration: 1 day
Price: Adults ￡29.99, Children ￡28.99
Stonehenge and Bath Tour
Enjoy a late breakfast before heading to the Stonehenge site and end your day with an original visit of the Roman Baths.
Duration: 10 hours (departure 10:30 am return 8:30 pm).
Price: Adults ￡64, Children ￡60
Stonehenge, Bath and Windsor Castle Tour
Explore three of England’s most popular sites to visit: Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and the Roman Baths.
Duration: 1 day (return 8:30 pm)
Price: Adults ￡64.80, Children ￡61.20
Stonehenge, Lacock and Bath Tour
Come and feel the warmth of Bath, see the pleasant village of Lacock, and solve the mystery of Stonehenge.
Duration: 1 day (return 6 pm)
Price: Adults ￡85, Children ￡78
Stonehenge, Windsor and Oxford Tour
Choose Stonehenge, Windsor and Oxford Tour and enjoy ancient mysticism, royal history and illustrious knowledge.
Duration: 1 day
Price: Adults ￡72, Children ￡68
Stonehenge, Bath and Stratford Tour
Take a tour to make the most of the English historic attractions: the Stonehenge site, Bath and Stratford, the birthplace of playwright William Shakespeare.
Duration: 1 day (return 8 pm)
Price: Adults ￡79, Children ￡68
【小题1】The purpose of the passage is to _____________.

A．advertise some popular English attractions

B．recommend some different tours in England

C．tell readers how to save money while traveling

D．describe different routes to travel in England

【小题2】Two 15-year-old foreign students who want to visit Stonehenge and Oxford University will have to pay at least _____________.

A．￡136

B．￡170

C．￡110

D．￡126

【小题3】When can you come back to London after visiting Stonehenge and the Roman Baths?

A．At 6 pm.

B．At 7 pm.

C．At 8 pm.

D．At 8:30 pm.

【小题4】If you plan to travel with your kid who is a fan of Shakespeare, you would choose _______.

A．Stonehenge Direct Tour

B．Stonehenge, Bath and Stratford Tour

C．Stonehenge, Windsor and Oxford Tour

D．Stonehenge, Bath and Windsor Castle Tour

Safety and Security Procedures
Your safety and the security of your personal property are of the primary concern to those of us who welcome you as our guest. We urge you to take advantage of the following suggestions.
YOUR VEHICLE（交通工具）
Lock it and don’t leave money or valuable items inside. We are not responsible for their loss.
TRAVELING
Be good at noticing things around you when sightseeing or traveling. Stay in well-lit and heavily traveled areas. Don’t display large amounts of cash.
GUEST ROOM SECURITY
For additional security use the deadbolt (插锁) provided on your door and make sure the windows are locked. As an additional precautious measure, please secure the secondary locks provided. Do not admit anyone to your room without first making identification（身份鉴定）. A one-way viewer is provided in your door to assist with identification. If there is any doubt about the person’s identity, please contact the Front Desk.
SAFETY BOXES
Do not leave money or valuables in your room or vehicle. We provide free safety boxes for your use. Hotel is not responsible for items left in the room valued over $200.
KEYS
Safeguard your key. Please do not leave it in the door. Do not give your key to others or leave it unattended. Please leave your key at the Front Desk when you check out.
REPORTING
Please report any suspicious activity, or safety concerns to management.
FIRE
Please familiarize yourself with the nearest fire exits. Report fire or smoke to the hotel guard. In the unlikely event of a fire, please move quickly and calmly to the nearest safe exit and leave the building. Avoid the use of elevator.
【小题1】The suggestions are most probably from ______.

A．a hotel manager	B．a police officer
C．an experienced traveler	D．a tour guide

【小题2】Which of the following is TRUE?

A．It is advised to travel to places where there are few people.

B．The hotel is not responsible for anything you lose.

C．Don’t report to the manager unless you are sure something is going wrong.

D．You’d better use the deadbolt and the secondary locks for safety.

【小题3】If you feel doubtful about a stranger who knocks at the door, you should _____.

A．let the person in after you have got his/her name

B．open the door to check the person’s ID card

C．call the Front Desk to make sure

D．contact the local police for assistance

Things to do this weekend
★Scottish Dance Party
The Bellingham Scottish Country Dancers, which holds such events, welcomes all ages and dance levels to attend tonight’s ceilidh (同乐会), which starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club. Dancers will be taught and snacks will be served. Admission is ＄7 for adults, ＄4 for students. Call 734-1295 or go to www.bellinghamscd.org for more information.
★All-ages Showcase
Vincent Blackshadow is among the performers at an all-ages concert at 8 tonight at the Old Foundry. The High School Band Showcase is organized by Whatcom All-Ages Arts and Music (WhAAM), a community organization founded with the aim of providing a safe all-ages music and arts place. Admission is ＄5. Call 201-7408 or visit www.myspace.com/whaam for details.
★A Touch of Shakespeare
Hans Altweis and Jennifer Sue Johnson star in the Seattle Shakespeare Company’s performance of a part of Shakespeare’s play, Othello, in Russ Banham’s adaptation (改编) that draws upon (利用) the magic realism of Latin American culture. The play runs Sept. 5 through Sept. 8 at the Seattle Center House. Tickets are from ＄18 --＄30. Call (206) 733-8222 or go to www.seatttleshakespeare.org for more information.
★Hike Around Squires Lake
Enjoy views from Alger Alp, followed by a hike around Squires Lake. This hike is easy. Meet organizers at the foot of Alger Alp at 10 a.m. To get to Squires lake, take Interstate 5 south to Lake Samish exit 242, then go east for 0.7 mile on Old Highway 99. The hike is free. Information: www.mountbakerclub.org.
【小题1】Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A．Photography.

B．Sports.

C．Arts.

D．Dance.

【小题2】According to the passage, which of the following is free?

A．Hike Around Squires Lake.	B．All-ages Showcase.
C．Scottish Dance Party.	D．A Touch of Shakespeare.

【小题3】Which of the following websites can offer more information about Othello?

A．www.mountbakerclub.org.	B．www.bellinghamscd.org.
C．www.myspace.com/whaam.	D．www.seatttleshakespeare.org.

【小题4】If you want to enjoy music and only have ＄5, which of the following can you go to?

A．Scottish Dance Party.	B．All-ages Showcase.
C．A Touch of Shakespeare.	D．Hike Around Squires Lake.

【小题5】According to the passage, we can know that__________.

A．both the old and the young can go to Scottish Dance Party

B．calling 201-7408 can help you know more about a hike

C．it takes a lot of time to reach Squires Lake

D．Hans Altweis is a famous writer

Classified Ads
For direct classified service, call 800-0667 10 a.m.—4 p.m., Monday---Friday.
For Rent
Best on Campus
Excellent Room for girls, begins Jan., 2, 4, or 8 months lease. Single, $ 105. $125. Double, $ 140. Call 800-1932.
Family Home, 3 bedrooms, large yard. $ 275. Call 800-4300.
For Sale
Sheepskin Coat, men’s size 42, 1year old. $ 85. After 6 p.m. call 800-5224.
Moving: Must sell. Color TV 21, $ 150; transistor radio, $ 15; recorder, $ 25. Call 800-0739.
Help Wanted
Babysitter—My home
If you could find a few hours during the day, some evenings and weekends to care for 2 school- age children, please call 800-1111.
Lost
A black bag with a pencil-box and some books left in the reading room. Will the finder please come to Class 3, Grade 1?
Found
A green jacket was left on the sports ground yesterday afternoon ( April 15th). Will the owner please ring 656-6688
【小题1】If you wanted to place an ad. , what number would you call?

A．800-0739

B．800-1932

C．800-5224

D．800-0667

【小题2】“ Classified Ads” may probably mean “________”.

A．ads about everyone’s life

B．ads giving one some necessary information

C．ads divided into different groups according to a certain rules

D．ads for which you needn’t pay any money

【小题3】If you want to find a part-time job, you will look at________.

A．For Rent

B．For Sale

C．Help Wanted

D．Lost

Classified Ads（广告）
For direct classified service, call 800-0667 10 a.m.—4 p.m., Monday---Friday.
For Rent
Best on Campus
Excellent Room for girls, begins Jan. , 2, 4, or 8 months lease. Single, $ 105. $125. Double, $ 140. Call 800-1932.
Family Home, 3 bedrooms, large yard. $ 275. Call 800-4300.
For Sale
Sheepskin Coat, men’s size 42, 1year old. $ 85. After 6 p.m. call 800-5224.
Moving: Must sell. Color TV 21, $ 150; transistor radio, $ 15; recorder, $ 25. Call 800-0739.
Help Wanted
Babysitter—My home
If you could find a few hours during the day, some evenings and weekends to care for 2 school- age children, please call 800-1111.
Lost
A black bag with a pencil-box and some books left in the reading room. Will the finder please come to Class 3, Grade 1?
Found
A green jacket was left on the sports ground yesterday afternoon ( April 15^th). Will the owner please ring 656-6688?
【小题1】If you wanted to place an ad. , what number would you call?

A．800-0739

B．800-1932

C．800-5224

D．800-0667

【小题2】“ Classified Ads” may probably mean “­­­________”.

A．ads about everyone’s life

B．ads giving one some necessary information

C．ads divided into different groups according to a certain rules

D．ads for which you needn’t pay any money

【小题3】If you want to find a part-time job, you will look at________.

A．For Rent

B．For Sale

C．Help Wanted

D．Lost

What’s On Stage
An acrobatic show: To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the China Acrobatic Troupe (剧团) will present “The Soul of China”, where the seemingly impossible is made real. Chills will run down your spine(脊柱) as you watch breathlessly as performers take their art and their bodies to the edge.
Time: 7:30 p.m., September 13-19
Place: Capital Theatre, 22 Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District
Exhibitions
Joint Show: A group ink painting exhibition is running at the Huangshicheng Art Gallery in Beijing. About 50 works by 25 young artists including Ge Yun and Yu Yang are on display.
Time: 9:00 a. m.-5:00 p.m. until September 10
Place: Huangshicheng Art Gallery, 136 Nanchizi Dajie, Dongcheng District
Oil paintings: The Wanfung Art Gallery will host a joint show of oil painting by 10 young and middle-aged artists. On display are more than 30 of their latest works, which capture the wondrous variety of life in unique styles.
Time: 9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. until September 15
Place: 136 Nanchizi Street, Dongcheng District
Literature museum: The National Museum of Modern Chinese Literature offers an in-depth study of the evolution of Chinese contemporary literature from 1919 to 1949.
Time: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., daily
Place: 45 Anyuan Donglu, Chaoyang District (Shaoyaoju area)
Concerts
Beijing rocks: “The Fashion Night of Chinese Rock” is set to bring rock fans out by the thousands next month. Nine Chinese rock bands will perform at the concert, including older generation bands, middle generation and some recent arrivals. The audience will be given a chance to decide what songs they want to hear, which is sure to bring a storm.
Time: September 16
Place: The Olympic Center
Belgium orchestra：La Petite Bande, the Baroque Orehestra of Belgium, will perform in Beijing at the Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities as part of activities across the world in memory of the 250th anniversary of Bach’s death.
Time: 7:30 p.m. September 11-14
Place: Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities
【小题1】 What do you think of the acrobatic show mentioned above?

A．When you watch it, you will certainly feel cold.

B．Unexpected things will make you excited and surprised.

C．Something strange will puzzle everyone, including scientists.

D．Even the bravest ones will be too frightened to go on watching.

【小题2】The most characteristic thing about the Fashion Night of Chinese Rock is that ______.

A．it will certainly cause a rock storm throughout China

B．it is to bring thousands of rock fans out of their homes

C．it is to be held in memory of one of the greatest musicians

D．it will let the audience choose the performers and the music

【小题3】 Suppose it is September 14 today, how many activities can people choose to attend?

A．2.

B．3.

C．4.

D．5.

【小题4】On the whole, we can conclude ______.

A．we can enjoy a large variety of cultural activities in Beijing

B．people in Beijing prefer modern culture to something traditional

C．most of the cultural activities in Beijing are for foreign visitors only

D．there are usually more cultural activities in September than in any other month

               RECRUITMENT ADVERTISEMENTS
Beijing City International School
Position: IT manager
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepares and carries out the annual budget of the department.
Builds and develops the whole school IT system
Provides excellent IT services with IT team for teaching and business.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Bachelor or above,  majoring in Information Technology or Finance.
Good command of both Chinese and English
Minimum 5 years working experience, 3 years in a managerial level
Able to work in a collaborative style
KAI CABLE INC.
Position: Sales Internship
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Builds and develops good relationship with new customers
Maintains strong relationship with the existing customers
Explores potential customers further
Conducts market ~ competitors analysis to improve customer satisfaction.
Requirements/Qualifications:
Graduates with Bachelor degree.
Major in Finance, Economics, International Trade.
Fluent English (in both written ~ spoken) and Mandarin(汉语).
Familiar with MS office, especially Excel and PowerPoint and Internet application
Willingness to accept challenges and work under pressure.
Strong sense of responsibility.
Prepare for business trainee.
【小题1】Both of the recruiting ads include the following information EXCEPT__________.

A．positions available	B．working duties
C．a good command of computer skills	D．the degrees needed of the applicants

【小题2】Ben majoring in Finance is a fresh graduate with a good knowledge of English. Which  
position can he apply for?

A．IT manager.	B．Neither of the positions.
C．Both of the positions.	D．Sales Internship.

【小题3】According to the 1st ad, which of the following is NOT included in the daily duties of an  
IT manager?

A．Making a plan of the annual expense of the department beforehand.

B．Analyzing the needs of the market and developing its IT systems.

C．Offering assistance if people have any computer problems.

D．Managing and controlling the money of the department.

Aquatic Adventures!
Help Us Get Ready for Showtime!
Trainer Program
What does it take to work with seals or sea lions? Find out with Atlantis Marine World’s Trainer Program and go behind the scenes with our Marine Mammal staff and:
﹒Learn how we train our animals and help train our sea lions to learn how to paint
﹒Go into the seal exhibit with trainers
﹒Join in a seal training period - and get to pet and feed one of our harbor seals
﹒Help prepare food for seals
﹒Attend our Sea Lion Show
﹒Get a kiss from sea lion, Java – and take home a photo
Summer Adventure Days – Camp! Atlantis Style!
Our camp program adds interactive excitement to your child’s summer vacation. Children ages 3 to 14 discover the wonders of the sea environment through age – appropriate activities.
Pirate Snorkel Adventure
Yo-ho-ho, this is a whole lot of fun! Join us this summer for our interactive Pirate Snorkel Adventure and help Captain Poseidon locate missing treasure. While searching our lake, don’t miss tropical fish from all around the world. When you’re done, you’ll walk away with some booty （战利品） of your own – a ＄2.00 game card and a pirate eye patch (海盗眼罩)  featuring our very own Jolly Poseidon!
Smooth Sailing: Taste Long Island Wine Cruise Now Accepting Reservations!
Experience the magic of Taste Long Island, a Saturday evening wine and cheese cruise aboard the Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat. Featuring local wines, this adventure along the Peconic River is a relaxing way to enjoy both beautiful scenery and fine wines. Guests 21 and older only. Members and Green Key Cardholders enjoy 25％ off.
【小题1】 If you attend Atlantis Marine World’s Trainer Program, you can _____.

A．watch the performance of sea lions.	B．learn how to paint sea lions.
C．get a chance to kiss sea lions.	D．help prepare a seal exhibit.

【小题2】 The activities in Summer Adventure Days are divided according to ____.

A．children’s hobby.	B．children’s age.
C．the price.	D．the type of sea animals

【小题3】 In which activity will you get something as a reward?

A．Atlantis Marine World’s Trainer Program.	B．Summer Adventure Days.
C．Pirate Snorkel Adventure.	D．Smooth Sailing.

【小题4】What is special about Smooth Sailing?

A．Guests under 21 cannot be accepted.

B．It provides famous wines from all over the world.

C．Guests usually get a discount.

D．It doesn’t accept bookings.

● DISPLAY ● OUR JOURNEYS ● 12 April-29 May 2008 Young people explore how they have adapted to life in Oxford. “When I first came here,” says one young African woman, “I just wanted to cry all the time. And now I have learned to laugh again.” Working with photographer Rory Carnegie and writer Nikki van der Gaag, young men and women explore their journey from the time they first arrived in a strange place to where they find themselves today. Organized by The Sunday Times Oxford Literary Festival (10－17 April 2008). Supported by the Maggie Black Trust and Oxford City Council.

● ACTIVlTlES FOR CHlLDREN AND FAMILIES ● MODERN ART TROLLEY FREE Art activities for children every weekend during the exhibition in the Entrance Space from 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. Just drop in. Children must be led by an adult.

● WORKSHOP FOR 8 TO 12 YEAR OLDS Thursday 7 April, 10：30 a. m. to 1：30 p. m. Looking at themes from the exhibition and exploring pictures based ideas through group discussion and using digital cameras. Led by Judie Waldmann.

● BOOK LAUNCH FREE The Drawing Book by Sarah Simblet is a practical approach to drawing the world around you. Sarah Simblet, who teaches at the Ruskin School of Drawing and Fine Art, University of Oxford, will be present to give a short talk about the development of her book. Special price of￡18 on copies purchased in the evening. Booking recommended on 01865 813802

● TEACHERS’ EVENING FREE Thursday 21 April, 5 p.m. to 7：30 p. m. Lecture by Susan Bright, independent writer and lecturer, at 5：30 p. m. followed by an opportunity to view the exhibition. FREE Education Notes will be provided for teachers attending the evening.

● WORKSHOP FOR PRIMARY TEACHERS Saturday 7 May, 10：30 a. m. to 1：30 p. m. Workshop for primary teachers who would like to develop their practical art skill as well as gain an understanding of modern art practice. Led by Judie Waldmann, artist and former primary school teacher.

● TALKS AND WORKSHOPS FOR SCHOOL GROUPS Exhibition talks and artist-led workshops to create work in response to the exhibition are available for pre-booked school groups. Suitable for primary and secondary schools, to check availability and discuss details call Sarah Mossop on 1865 813816.

【小题1】If you are a teacher and interested in art, you probably would like to go to ________.

A．TEACHERS’ EVENING

B．MODERN ART TROLLEY

C．WORKSHOP FOR PRIMARY TEACHERS

D．TALKS AND WORKSHOPS FOR SCHOOL GROUPS

【小题2】What can we learn from the passage？

A．Susan Bright will give a short talk at the launch of the Drawing Book.

B．Rory Carnegie and Nikki will teach young people how to take photos.

C．The workshop led by Judie is intended for the secondary school students.

D．The children who go to the Modern Art Trolley must be led by an adult.

【小题3】Which of the following would be the best title of the text？

A．FREE JOURNEYS	B．SPRING EVENTS
C．WEEKEND ACTIVITIES	D．ACTIVITIES FOR TEACHERS

【小题4】The passage makes you believe that __________.

A．if you attend “BOOK LAUNCH”, you can get the book at a low price.

B．school groups can attend talks and workshops for them at any time.

C．almost all the young people have difficulty in adapting to life in Oxford.

D．TEACHERS’ EVENING is only accessible to teachers.