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Clarion Suites Hotel Anchorage★★★
325 W. 8th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99501
Nightly Rates: $ 243~ $ 250
Walking distance to shopping, Alaska Railroad and museum Property has indoor pool and exercise room.
Free Parking/Exercise Gym/No Smoking Rooms/ No Pets Allowed/Indoor Pool/Restaurant/Wheelchair Access
Ramada Inn Anchorage Downtown AK★★★
115 East 3rd Avenue
Anchorage, AK99501
Nightly Rates: $ 79. 00~ $ 99.00
Located in the heart of downtown Anchorage, minutes away from shopping and restaurants, the Ramada Anchorage Downtown offers free shuttle service to/from the Anchorage International Airport and Downtown Railroad Depot, free High-speed Wireless Internet throughout the hotel and a free 24-hour fitness center. Free local paper and free USA Today are available.
Air Conditioned/Free Parking/Free Local Telephone Calls/No Smoking Rooms/No Pets Allowed/Free Airport Shuttle
Howard Johnson Anchorage★★★
239 West 4th Avenue
Anchorage, AK99501
Nightly Rates: $ 219.00~ $ 225.00
We are a 246 Room Full Service Hotel Centrally located downtown Anchorage, with free Parking, an Indoor Swimming Pool, and all Exercise Room. And you will find shopping within walking distance.
Free Parking/No Smoking Rooms/Free Newspaper/Over Sized Rooms/Indoor Pool/Wake-up Service/No Pets Allowed/Restaurant
Best Western Golden Lion Hotel★★★
1000 East 36th Avenue
Anchorage, AK99508
Nightly Rates: $150~ $190
The Best Western Golden Lion is conveniently located in Midtown Anchorage. Close to shopping, hospitals, theaters, government offices, and the University of Alaska. The Golden Lion is a full service hotel with restaurant, fitness room, and business center.
Fitness Center/Beauty Shop/Elevators/Fishing/Free Parking/Free Local Telephone Calls/No Smoking Rooms/Skiing/Pets Allowed
60. A disabled person with a wheelchair can choose __________.
A. Clarion Suites Hotel Anchorage           B. Ramada Inn Anchorage Downtown AK
C. Howard Johnson Anchorage              D. Best Western Golden Lion Hotel
61. How much money will you and your pet spend for two nights at least?
A. $ 486.           B. $158.           C. $ 438.           D. $ 300.
62. If you want to be woken up, you should choose __________.
A. Clarion Suites Hotel Anchorage           B. Ramada Inn Anchorage Downtown AK
C. Howard Johnson Anchorage             D. Best Western Golden Lion Hotel
63. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. Free Newspapers are offered by Best Western Golden Lion Hotel.
B. Howard Johnson Anchorage has a Beauty Shop.
C. The guests can ski in Clarion Suites Hotel Anchorage.
D. Ramada Inn Anchorage Downtown AK offers free local telephone call

One of my most unforgettable experiences is the day I finished my tough rowing and keep myself free of loneliness.

As the youngest female ever to row alone across the Atlantic Ocean, I was often asked the same question: How did you, a only 20-year old youngster row a 18-foot boat for 70 days through those strong winds and violent waves and survive?

Frankly speaking, for me, the physical challenge was not the greatest one. Before I made my mind to row across the Atlantic, I had already cycled 3,300 miles, run all by myself across the Mojave Desert, and swum the 325-mile length of the Allegheny River. No, the hardest part would be mental: How would I cope with the terrible loneliness and the boredom on the vast sea for such a long time?

I set out on January 1 and my first object was to swim past the quarter-way mark, which would take about 20 days. I made it on January 20, a gray and cloudy day. I had thought to do something to celebrate my first goal such as treating myself to a chocolate bar or something else. But I didn’t. I was suffering from unbearable boredom and loneliness of the long sea journey. I hadn’t seen any landing at least more than two weeks. It seemed to feel the same every day. Eating, rowing, sleeping, staring at the sky, watching the ocean.

Then that day came! It was around dusk, I noticed something move on the horizon. Yes, some dolphins! They approached me and circled my boat. Suddenly I felt so blessed. They had arrived to accompany me and helped to celebrate, just when I needed them so badly! For the next 15 minutes, I did row at full speed with all my strength with those lovely dolphins around. By the time they were to leave me and we went our separate ways, I was no longer lonely.

After 70 days and five hours at sea, I finally reached my final destination. I was proud that I made it, all 2,817 miles, which helped to raise $70,000 for the Blue Planet Run Foundation, an organization for funding drinking water. I’ve been told some athletes struggled to get through just by imagining the end during the whole process. But for me, what makes miracle is to focus your mind on the moment, where you experience the personal growth—those moments of awareness of being connected to the sun, the weather, and the waves. And, on the best day of my life, I had to admit those dolphins really freed myself from terrible loneliness.

1.Which of the following belongs to part of preparation for the row?

    A. Answering the same question raised by people

    B. Swimming the 325-mile length of the river

    C. Running 3,300 miles cross-country

    D. Biking across the Mojave Desert

2.The underlined part means ___________.

A. I wasn’t in the mood to celebrate my first goal

B. I didn’t have any chocolate bar for energy

C. It’s a pity not to celebrate my passing the quarter

D. It’s a pity not to treat myself to a chocolate bar

3.What can be implied from the last two paragraphs?

A. The Blue Planet Run Foundation helped me a lot.

B. The dolphins accompanied me to reach my destination

C. The unexpected dolphins swept away my loneliness

D. Imagination was a useful way to help me get through

4.Which can be the best title of the passage?

A. The only challenge for a 20-year old

B. Tips on handling loneliness at sea.

C. How to row alone across the Atlantic

D. The day I stopped being lonely

Teen Climbing Camp 2010

This 5－day climbing camp is suitable for youth between the ages of 13 and 18 who have an interest and love for rock climbing. The climbing days are designed for beginners and those who have some basic experience in a gym or outdoors. Even within a range of abilities, participants will find themselves challenged physically and mentally.

Rock Dimensions, camps are designed to be a positive and memorable experience by providing healthy interaction between participants, individual goal setting, and challenges that lead to personal growth.

DATES FOR 2010

June 29－July 3

July 27－July 31

LOCATION

Climbing Tower at Footsloggers (downtown Boone, NC)

Linville Gorge and Table Rock area (Pisgah National Forest)

Local climbing areas near Boone (National Park Service)

PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Participants will meet Rock Dimensions guides at our location at Footsloggers in Boone each morning at 8：00 am, and at the end of the day between 4：30 and 5：00 pm each day. Transportation to and from activity sites is provided. Rock Dimensions will provide all climbing items, including a safety rope, a helmet and climbing shoes for each participant. Participants are responsible for bringing their own lunch, water, small backpack, appropriate clothing, and personal items like sun cream, etc.

PRE－CAMP PLANNING

Participants will receive the following information in their registration(注册) packet：

Medical Form

Liability Agreement

Clothing / Equipment List

Directions

COST

$575/person

$325/person for half a week (first 3 days)

It includes a Rock Dimensions T－shirt.

Anyone interested in participating in just the last two days of camp should call to discuss pricing and necessary skills/experience.

1. What can we infer from the text?

A. Some experience is required of the participants.

B. It'll be hard for teens to experience the climbing.

C. Parents are required to stay with their children.

D. Guides will talk about the prices with parents.

2. According to the text, Rock Dimensions camps will________.

A. impress participants deeply

B. provide a few competitions

C. help participants set life goals

D. check the records of personal growth

3. You cannot join Rock Dimensions camps on________.

A. June 29               B. July 2  C. July 26               D. July 30

4. What do participants need to bring with them?

A. A safety rope.   B. A helmet. 

C. Climbing shoes.  D. Appropriate clothing.

5. If Paul wants to participate from July 27 to July 29 and his brother from July 27 to July 31, it will cost them ________.

A. 575 dollars            B. 650 dollars

C. 900 dollars            D. 1,150 dollars

Winter is a very special time in Northern Norway. Winter also means skiing, and Narvik can offer some of the best skiing in Norway. The view and light change frequently and no two days are the same. For many people, the northern lights are an unforgettable sight, and in Narvik the sky is especially clear and great for watching at night.

The tourist season lasts from February to April, although May can be fascinating too, often with fantastic dry snow and an unbelievable light lasting well into the evening.

Ski hire

It is possible for adults and children to hire skiing equipment such as snowboards. All equipment is prepared for us. If you would like to book your equipment, please email Narvikfjellet.

Cross-country skiing

There are 12 kilometers of cross country ski run in Narvik. You need to bring your own skis as there is no cross-country hire. However, equipment can be bought at local sports shops in and around Narvik.

Off-piste skiing（非场地滑雪）

In order to explore Narvik’s off-piste opportunities you need to know the dangers when choosing routes. It is suggested that you bring necessary equipment such as a shovel（雪铲）and a GPS locator. Ask Narvikfjellet for an experienced guide. With a guide you can explore Narvik’s special off-piste areas in a safe manner.

Sometimes it is nice to do something different and not everybody enjoys skiing. Then you can go horse-riding, or visit the local museums.

Price examples for the 2013--2014 season

Time                           Children(8-15 years old)       Adults

1 day                                   NOK 230                 NOK 325

3 days                        NOK 590                 NOK 835

5 days                        NOK 815                 NOK 1,170

7 days                        NOK 970                 NOK 1,375

Children 0-7 years can enjoy the service for free

1.. In Northern Norway, the tourist season may last ______.

A. one month             B. two months            C. three months       D. four months

2.. What can we know from the text?

A. Narvik is located in the south of Norway.

B. You are provided with skiing equipment for free.

C. Narvik is only open to adults and children over eight.

D. You can book skiing equipment through the Internet.

3.. When you go off-piste skiing, the following are a must EXCEPT ______.

A. a shovel                           B. a horse          C. a guide           D. a GPS locator        

4.. If Mr. and Mrs. Smith stay in Narvik with their six-year-old daughter for three days in 2013,     they should pay ______.

A. NOK 1,160             B. NOK 1,425              C. NOK 1,670              D. NOK 2,260

5.. You are most likely to find this text in a ______.

A. Travel Guide                                                B. Book Review

C. Medical Report                                           D. Science Textbook

             Little Brother

By Cory Doctorow, 382 pages, $19.95

In the very near future, Marcus Yallow is walking with his friends in San Francisco when a 9/11-sized terrorist attack occurs blocks away. Everyone around is secretly taken away by the Department of Homeland Security to see whether they're terrorists. However, during the investigation, one of his friends dies mysteriously. The friends try to find out the truth. If you read only one science-fiction novel this year, make it this one.

The Flying Troutmans

      By Miriam Toews, 274 pages, $32

     The heart of the book is a road journey in Canada made by Hattie, Thebes and Logan to find Cherkis, the kids' dad. It's rich in dialogue, sometimes funny, sometimes surprisingly sad, always character-true. Toews is an extraordinarily gifted writer, with tough-minded compassion（同情） for her characters.

Reading By Lightning

      By Joan Thomas, 388 pages, $22.95

      We're in 1930s Canada, where Lily's father arrived three decades earlier to be promised fertile agricultural land. But they had been cheated and thrown in the middle of Manitoba. Now William Piper and his wife farm their land and place little hope in this life.

What They Wanted

By Donna Morrissey, 325 pages,$32

A father has a heart attack; a brother and a sister leave Newfoundland and go to Alberta, Canada to work; a tragedy brings reconciliation（和解）, but also terrible loss. Primarily a novel of character, it’s also a novel of Canada, of two very specific and vividly drawn places. Donna Morrissey's characters are troubled, sensitive, quick to be moved to anger or pain, and just as quick to laughter and affection.

63.If Jim only has 20 dollars, which book could he buy?

   A. The Flying Troutmans         B. What They Wanted

   C. Little Brother                D. Reading By Lightning

64.According to the text, we know that The Flying Troutmans is_____.

   A. Full of dialogue     B. A sad story     C. About tourism      D. A real story

65.In Reading By Lightning, why did William Piper arrive in Canada?

   A. To carry out his promise.         B. To work in a big city.

   C. To get work experience.         D. To seek his fortune.

66.If you want to know about two different places of Canada, whose novel is the best choice?

   A. Cory Doctorow's         B. Miriam Toews's

   C. Joan Thomas's           D. Donna Morrissey's