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Time: 25th - 31st August 2008
Tel / Fax: 0131 557 1400
E-mail: info@edinburgh-mela.co.uk
Website: www.edinburgh-mela.co.uk
Each year Edinburgh Mela is Scotland"s biggest multicultural (多元文化的) arts festival that celebrates in
Scotland. Although Edinburgh Mela"s roots are in South Asian cultures, this is a festival for everybody. Music,
colour, dance, art, fashion, food, children"s activities, the Mela bazaar (集市) and much more!
●Edinburgh International Book Festival
Time: 9th - 25th August 2008
Tel: 0131 718 5666
Fax: 0131 226 5335
E-mail: admin@edbookfest.co.uk
Website: www.edbookfest.co.uk
Edinburgh International Book Festival is the world"s biggest book festival. We present different programs
for both adults and children including discussions, lectures, debates and workshops, all in one of Edinburgh"s
most beautiful spaces, Charlotte Square Gardens.
●Edinburgh International Festival
Time: 8th - 31st August 2008
Tel: + 44 (0) 131 473 2000 Fax: +44 (0) 131 473 2002
E-mail: eif@eif.co.uk
Website: www. eif@eif.co.uk
Each year the Edinburgh International Festival stages one of the greatest celebrations of the arts, attracting
audiences from around the world to the city"s exciting atmosphere. The festivities offer a special opportunity
to experience the excitement of live performance by internationally well-known artists as well as the joy of
discovering new and unfamiliar works.
●Edinburgh International Science Festival
Time: 25th March-5th April 2008 Tel: 0131 558 7666
Fax: 0131 557 9177
E-mail: esf@scifest.demon.co.uk
Website: www.sciencefestival.co.uk
The UK"s largest Science Festival is back with one of the most exciting line-ups in the Festival"s 16-year
history. The Science Festival is an unbelievable place for everyone, with events at all levels, all ages and all
purses. On offer are 10 days of non-stop shows workshops, presentations, hands-on activities, exhibitions
and tours designed to amuse and entertain. Call our ticket hotline on 0131 557 5588.
B. all happen in 2008 only
C. are all celebrated in Edinburgh
D. are all mainly for children
B. It is a place to buy and sell things.
C. It shows kinds of cultures in Scotland.
D. It offers a chance for you to buy books.
B. Two.
C. Three.
D. Four.
B. 0131 558 7666
C. + 44 (0) 131 473 2000
D. 0131 557 1400
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试题【阅读理解。●Edinburgh Mela Time: 25th - 31st August 2008 Tel / Fax: 0131 557 1400 E-ma】；主要考察你对题材分类等知识点的理解。[详细]
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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 but 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 comes for a night walk along the
Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. Many of the animals you will see on this trip can only be seen at night.
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, May 22
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 traded by telephone (893-4847) or on the Internet at
www.Bluemountaintour.com
B. In a park in the mountains.
C. In a special kind of zoo.
D. In three different countries.
B. Trip 2
C. Trip 1& 2
D. Trip 3
B. Hunting around the Great Mountains
C. Interesting Trips in the East of the USA
D. Discovery Trips in the Blue Mountains
匹配信息。选项中有一项是多余的。
A. "Just do it!"-This slogan speaks out to teens. It tells them to do something, but only if they think it"s
worth it. And if so, why not do it wearing Nike?
B. "Always Coca-Cola."- Coke"s slogans change every few years, but this one has enjoyed a lasting
popularity because it shows the brand"s spirit. It seems to say"Coke is the only drink there is; there are
no other forms of drink."
C. "Share moment, share life."-This slogan from Kodak connects photos and beauty. It asks people to
remember the happy moments in life by taking photos of them- using Kodak film of course!
D. On hearing the slogan "Make yourself heard", you will know there is Ericsson product for you to call
anyone.
E. There are some public service advertisements that educate people about public service projects, such as
Project Hope. Its slogan is "Project Hope-Schooling every child."
F. One toothpaste ad says "Bright-teeth fights bad breath!" The advertisers want you to read the word
"fight" and think that the toothpaste cures bad breath.
请阅读一下购买者的信息，然后匹配购买者和他/她拟购买产品的广告语。
1. Jack passed the entrance exam and was admitted to a famous university. These days, his father is looking
for a mobile phone for him so as to keep in touch with each other closely.
2. Tom was a senior middle school student. He likes sports very much and plays football every afternoon. But
after class this afternoon he has to buy a pair of shoes because his shoes have been worn out.
3. There"s a party this evening-for Mary"s 15th birthday. Her family are making preparations for it. Her brother"s
job is to buy some drink.
4. Joan doesn"t want to forget the past, especially the happy moments.
5. Alice is afraid of opening her mouth, because a bad smell will come out, which makes her feel embarrassed
when talking with others. So she needs something which can remove the smell no matter how much it is.
| 购买者 ( )1. Jack ( )2. Tom ( )3. Mary ( )4. Joan ( )5. Alice | 广告语 A. Just do it! B. Always Coca-Cola. C. Share moments, share life. D. Make yourself heard. E. Project Hope —Schooling every child. F. Bright-teeth fights bad breath! |
| 阅读理解。 | |
| Bee Movie Barry B. Benson is a graduate bee fresh out of college who has been discouraged at his lone career choice: making honey. On a rare trip outside the hive, Barry"s life is saved by Vanessa, a florist in New York City. As their relationship blossoms, he discovers humans are mass consumers of honey and decides to sue the human race for stealing bees" honey. Genres: Comedy and Animation Running Time: 1 hr. 30 min. Release Date: November 2nd, 2007 (wide) Distributors: Paramount Pictures U.S. Box Office: $125,196,072 National Treasure: Book of Secrets Treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates looks to discover the truth behind the assassination (暗***) of Abraham Lincoln, by uncovering the mystery within the 18 pages missing from assassin John Wilkes Booth"s diary. Genres: Action/Adventure, Thriller and Sequel Running Time: 2 hrs. 3 min. Release Date: December 21st, 2007 (wide) Distributors: Buena Vista Pictures Distribution U.S. Box Office: $170,870,795 P. S. I Love You A grieving young widow discovers that her late husband has left her a list of tasks revealed in 10 messages, delivered anonymously, intended to ease her out of grief and transition her to a new life. Genres: Drama and Adaptation Running Time: 1 hr. 59 min. Release Date: December 21st, 2007 (wide) Distributors: Warner Bros. Pictures Distribution U.S. Box Office: $39,202,724 One Missed Call Beth Raymond is shocked when she witnesses the gruesome deaths of two friends just days apart. Even more disturbing, she knows that both of them had received chilling cell phone messages-actual recordings of their own horrifying last moments. Impossibly, the calls were received days before they died, but each death occurred precisely when and how the messages foretold. Genres: Suspense/Horror and Remake Running Time: 1 hr. 27 min. Release Date: January 4th, 2008 (wide) Distributors: Warner Bros. Pictures Distribution U.S. Box Office: $12,511,473 | |
| 1. Which film has the highest box office result in the USA? | |
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| A. Bee Movie. B. National Treasure: Book of Secrets. C. P. S. I Love You. D. One Missed Call. | |
| 2. According to the information, if you are interested in a cartoon film, you will see the film released on _____. | |
| [ ] | |
| A. December 21st, 2007 B. December 21st, 2007 C. November 2nd, 2007 D. January 4th, 2008 | |
| 3. In the film One Missed Call, Beth Raymond is greatly disturbed because _____. | |
| [ ] | |
| A. she received chilling cellphone messages B. she witnessed the deaths of two friends in the hospital C. she foretold the horrifying last moments of her friends D. two of her friends died in the way foretold by the cell phone massages that had been received days before | |
| 阅读理解。 | |
| Alex London Research Laboratory (ALRL) is part of Alex Co., Ltd., a major Australian medicine-making company. Opened in 1992, ALRL specialises in the development of new medicines for the treatment of heart diseases. A position is now open for a Research Operations Manager (ROM) to support our growing research team at the new laboratories in Hatfield, due to open in the autumn of 2010. Reporting to the Director, you will help set up and run the technical and scientific support services of our new laboratories now under construction. You will be expected to provide expert knowledge about and be in charge of all areas of ALRL"S Health and Safety, and to communicate (沟通) with support employees at ALRL"S laboratories based at University College London.Working closely with scientists and other operations and technical employees, you will manage a small number of research support employees providing services to help with the research activities to be carried out at the new laboratories. Candidates (申请人) will have experience of both management and research support／technical services. Knowledge of research operations and excellent communication skills are necessary. Education to degree level is also desirable. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV (简历) to Alex London Research. Laboratory, University College London, Hatfield, London, W1E 6B7 or by email to ALRL@alex.co.uk. For more Information, please visit www.alex.co.uk. | |
| 1. What can be learnt about the new laboratories from the text? | |
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| A. They have not yet been set up. B. They are in Hatfield, Australia. C. They belong to University College London. D. They are new workplaces for Australian researchers only. | |
| 2. What are the duties of a ROM, according to the text? a. To carry out research activities. b. To be in charge of ALRL"s Health and safety. c. To help run the technical and scientific support services. d. To manage a small number of research support employees. | |
| [ ] | |
| A. a, b, c. B. a, b, d. C. b, c, d. D. a, c, d. | |
| 3. What does the fourth paragraph mainly talk about? | |
| [ ] | |
| A. The technical skills of a would-be ROM. B. The practical experience of a would-be ROM. C. The personal information of a would-be ROM. D. The necessary requirements for a would-be ROM. | |
| 4. What is the purpose of the text? | |
| [ ] | |
| A. To describe the job of a ROM. B. To provide information about ALRL. C. To announce an open position at ALRL. D. To make known the opening of the new laboratories. | |
| 阅读理解。 | |
| The Los Angeles Zoo has many public programs that aim to teach the public about animals and natural protection. Safari shuttle (旅游电车) While you"re here, take the Safari shuttle for a quick trip from one end of the Zoo to the other. All day long, seven days a week (from 10 am to 5 pm), the Safari Shuttle picks up passengers, circles the Zoo, and returns to the main flamingo (火烈鸟) exhibit near the front entrance. You can get on and off the shuttle as often as you like. Food Safari Café (at the Zoo entrance) offers Starbucks coffee, fresh-baked cookies, and ice cream. Gorilla Grill is the spot for toasted food, kids" meals, snacks, and ice cream. La Casita serves a variety of Mexican food and refreshments (甜点). Silverback"s Cafe offers sandwiches, salads, bread bowls, cold beer, and refreshments. Hour The Zoo is open from 10 am to 5 pm every day of the year except Christmas Day. Special summer long hours are until 6 pm. from July 1 to September 7. Please remember, the Zoo starts putting animals in for the night at 4 pm during regular hours, and at 5 pm. during summer hours. Admission Prices (票价) Adults (aged 13 and above): $ 9 Seniors (aged 62 and above): $ 6 Children (aged 2 to 12): $ 4 Children (under 2): free Items Not Allowed on Zoo Grounds Alcohol, Glass bottles, Pets, Bicycles, Skateboards, and In-line skate. If you are planning a picnic while visiting the Zoo, please do not bring any glass items or other things that are easy to break. Also for the safety of the animals, no plastic bags are allowed within the Zoo. | |
| 1. Which of the following provides kids" meals? | |
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| A. Safari Café. B. Gorilla Grill. C. La Casita. D. Silverback"s Café. | |
| 2. People can see all the animals at the Los Angeles Zoo at ______. | |
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| A. 11 am. on Christmas Day B. 4:30 pm. on May 5 C. 3 pm. on March 5 D. 6 pm. on September 7 | |
| 3. How much does it cost if a couple with their one-year-old twins visits the Los Angeles Zoo? | |
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| A. $18. B. $26. C. $22. D. $17. | |
| 4. When visiting the Los Angeles Zoo, people can ______. | |
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| A. ride a bike through the Zoo B. have a picnic on the Zoo grounds C. take food with plastic bags D. take their pets along |