Ellis Island is located in New York Harbor. Ellis Island is open daily year round from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours during summer. It is closed on December 25. There is no admission charge to Ellis Island; but donations are gratefully accepted.
At Your Fingertips
Park information (212) 363-7620
Emergencies (212) 363-3260
Ferryboat information (212) 269-5755
Lost and found (212)363-7620
Dining, gifts & audio tour 344-0996
Transportation
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ferry; boats leave from Battery Park, Manhattan, and from Liberty State Park, New Jersey. They run about every 30 to 45 minutes beginning at 9:15 a.m.(The time for ferry is changeable)
Hours: May vary; call the number above
Closed: December 25
Ferry fees (includes Liberty and Islands) adults, $7; senior citizens, $6; children (age 3~17), $5. (Group rates are available for 25 or more adults.)
【小題1】In summer, visitors will have ______ to visit Ellis Island.

A．a(chǎn) limited time	B．a(chǎn) longer time
C．a(chǎn) shorter time	D．a(chǎn) wonderful time

【小題2】Which number would you call if our friend were suddenly ill? _______

A．(212)344-0996	B．(212)363-7620
C．(212) 363-3260	D．(212) 269-5755

【小題3】 Which of the following is NOT true?________

A．People can visit Ellis Island free of charge.ww.zxxk

B．The boats departure time from Battery Park is at 9:15 all the year round.

C．Ferry fees for children are cheaper than for adults.

D．Ferry fees for group visitors can be reduced.

How cool can libraries be in an era（時代）of iPods and Kindles? More than you think．Only if you know where to go．
Central Library: Seattle, Washington, United States
The Central Library in Seattle is modern and fashionable and has tourists from around the world paying visits and taking tours．It was designed by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas and American designer Joshua Ramus．Tours began in 2006, two years after its opening．The library holds various art exhibitions, book signings and other events, while visitors can stop by the Chocolate cart for a coffee and scan through the gift shop anytime
Trinity College Library: Dublin, Ireland
The Trinity College Library in Dublin is the oldest library in Ireland, founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I．It is the largest single library in the world, also known as the Long Room, which contains more than 200,000 0fthe library's oldest books．The Long Room houses one of the oldest harps（豎琴） in Ireland．Dating to the 15th century, the old harp is the model for the symbol foreland．
Geisel Library, University of California: San Diego, United States
At first glance, it looks like a spaceship．Architect William Pereira, who helped design actual space launch facilities at Cape Canaveral in Houston, Texas, designed the library in 1970．It has been featured in sci-fi films, short stories and novels．The library hosts "Dinner in the Library," which invites readers for cocktails, and also a special speech from distinguished authors．
TU Delft Library: The Netherlands
The library at the Delft University of Technology was constructed in 1997 and has more than 862,000 books, 16,000 magazine subscriptions and its own museum．The building itself exists beneath the ground, so you can't really see the actual Library．What makes it interesting is the roof, which is a grassy hill．The roof covers 5,500 square meters．And it has become one of the most striking and greenest structures in the area．
【小題1】Which of the four libraries has the longest history?

A．Central Library．

B．Geisel Library．

C．Trinity College Library．

D．TU Delft Library．

【小題2】What makes Geisel Library different from the others is that

A．famous writers often deliver speeches there

B．it has a reoffer grassy hill

C．Queen Elizabeth I founded the library

D．it is the largest single library in the world

【小題3】In Central Library, you can

A．buy souvenirs	B．enjoy sci-fi films
C．drink cocktails	D．see the old harp

Father’s Day Sunset Live Music Dinner Cruise Sunday, June 16th, 2013 6:30pm-8:30pm Join us aboard the 95’ Dana Pride for our special Father’s Day Dinner Cruise. Enjoy a unique evening of fun on the water, complete with live music by Mike O’ Brien and a delicious barbecue dinner. Adult – $59    Kids (3-12) – $29    Two and under are Free LOCATION: Dana Point Harbor BOOK ONLINE OR CALL: 949-496-5794

Rancho Days Fiesta July 13, 2013 Celebration the history of Saddleback Valley, there will be children’s activities including free crafts projects. Help make and taste homemade ice cream and butter, warm bread from the oven. Dip water and grind（磨碎）corn while learning about the early days of Orange County. Admission is $3 for children 3 to 12 years old and $4 for adults. LOCATION: Heritage Hill Historical Park INFORMATION: 949-923-2230

Annual Silverado Counter Fair and Art Festival October 5-6, 2013 The 42th Annual Silverado Country Fair explores the wonders of the area’s Old West rustic（鄉(xiāng)村的）culture, great live music, tasty food, handmade arts, crafts and family games under the oak-trees below Orange Country’s famous Saddleback Mountain. Daytime adult admission: $4 / Kids under 12: only $2 Saturday Night Music Fest（聯(lián)歡）: $5 for everyone LOCATION: Silverado Community Center INFORMATION: 714-997-3968

Starr Ranch Sanctuary October 20-21, 2013 Audubon California’s Starr Ranch Sanctuary invites you to our fall classes for adults. Join our wildlife biologist for two peaceful days at beautiful 4,000-acre Starr Ranch in southeast Orange County and experience nature hands-on as a wildlife researcher. Cost: $95 for those not camping (including dinner) / $100 for those camping (dinner and breakfast provided) LOCATION: Starr Ranch Sanctuary RESERVATIONS OR INFORMATION: 949-858-0309

【小題1】Which event is suitable for one who wants to enjoy dinner in a boat with live music?

A．Rancho Days Fiesta.

B．Starr Ranch Sanctuary.

C．Father’s day Sunset Live Music Dinner Cruise.

D．Annual Silverado Counter Fair and Art Festival.

【小題2】At Rancho Days Fiesta, you can _______.

A．taste food made in the local factories

B．join in activities for the whole family

C．pay a great deal of money to join in camping

D．experience the early life of the Orange County

【小題3】 How much will a couple have to pay if they go to Saturday Night Music Fest with their 10-year-old son?

A．$12.	B．$15.
C．$10.	D．$5.

【小題4】 Mr Smith wants to take his wife and daughter to have some family games in early October. He will call _______ for information.

A．714-997-3968	B．949-923-2230
C．949-496-5794	D．949-858-0309

HOTEL INFORMATION
Baymont Inn Ft.Lauderdale
3800 W．Commercial, Ft. Lauderdale．FL 33309
Lowest Prices 110% Guaranteed (保證)
Room Information
Rooms are equipped with Double, Queen , or King bed (s) , smoking or non-smoking based on location and availability. Provided in each spacious guest room is a hair dryer, coffee maker, iron, ironing board, 25’TV and guest voice mail．
Check-in Time：7:00 P. M.
Hotel Amenities：Air Conditioned, Free Parking, 24 Hour Front Desk, Pool, Television with Cable, Coffee Maker in Room, Hairdryers Available．
Beach Plaza Hotel
625 N．Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Ft．Lauderdale, FL 33304
Room Information
The oceanfront accommodations at Beach Plaza Hotel are some of the most affordable on Fort Lauderdale Beach．Each room features direct-dial telephone, cable television and daily maid service．The very affordable efficiency studios even include full kitchens! All rooms surround the private poolside garden courtyard．
Check-in Time：7:05 P. M.
Hotel Amenities：Air Conditioned, Coffee Maker in Room, 24 Hour Front Desk, Parking, Hairdryers Available, Pool, Television with Cable．
Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel
3711 N．Ocean Blvd, Ft．Lauderdale, FL 33308
Room Information
Guest rooms feature TVs, in-room movies, Internet access, in-room safes, alarm clock radios, hairdryers, refrigerators, microwaves, and balconies．
Check-in Time：7:00 A.M.
Hotel Amenities：Parking，Heated Pool, Television with Cable, and Coffee Maker in Room．
【小題1】Which hotel gives a promise?

A．Beach Plaza Hotel．	B．Baymont Inn Ft . Lauderdale．
C．Baymont Inn Hotel．	D．Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel．

【小題2】In which hotel parking is the cheapest?

A．Beach Plaza Hotel．	B．Baymont Inn Ft . Lauderdale．
C．Baymont Inn Hotel．	D．Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel．

【小題3】If you ______ , you will probably go to Beach Plaza Hotel．

A．enjoy seeing films without leaving your hotel room

B．want to eat food cooked by yourself in the hotel

C．a(chǎn)re fond of swimming in heated water

D．a(chǎn)re a cigarette smoker

【小題4】Which of the following is NOT true to the ads?

A．In Beach Plaza Hotel a 24-hour maid is available．

B．All of the three hotels provide television with cable．

C．You can keep your money in the room safe in Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel．

D．While staying in Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel, you can surf the Internet．

  Nothing gets the heart racing like a new roller coaster, and theme parks keep building them higher, faster and, well, just cooler than ever before. Here are five hot new coasters opening for the 2014 summer season.



【小題1】Which of the following statements is NOT true?

A．Thunderbolt was built in New York in 1925．

B．Goliath will not be built as a high coaster.

C．Magic Kingdom provides a short musical journey.

D．Banshee is the first female-inspired theme park ride.

【小題2】Which roller coaster is most likely to attract people who like adventure and excitement?

A．Banshee.

B．Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.

C．Goliath.

D．Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringott.

【小題3】We can learn from the passage that

A．the five new roller coasters are made of the same materials

B．Banshee is the first of the roller coasters built by a woman

C．King Island is a branch of the company named Cedar Fair

D．the roller coaster in Orlando is located in the city of London

Joshua, Helmut ,and Bethlehem Michelle O. Donovan ISBN 9781462058679 Life is not easy for nine-year-old Joshua during World War II. Because of his family’s Jewish background, they are sent to live in the concentration camps. Scared and alone, Joshua one day makes friends with a little mouse he calls Bethlehem who becomes his closest friend.	More Things in Heaven Bill Bosworth ISBN 9780595433582 In his More things in Heaven, Bill Bosworth presents the highlights of his 83 years of life, including his trips to India and the study of the writings of several great spiritual leaders. More Things in Heaven will appeal to anyone who insists on finding the deepest meaning for their existence based on their own experiences.
Encourage Me! Inspirational Poetry Gloria Coykendall ISBN 9781412027854 It is an easy-to-read collection of poems originally written to encourage in faith and to be a cure for chronic depression… cure to strengthen identity and purpose.
	Creation or Evolution Michael Ebifegha ISBN 9781450289023 Were humans created, or did they evolve? How old is the Earth? The debate between science and religion continues to be heated. In Creation or Evolution, Michael Ebifegha examines these two opposed world views within the structure of empirical science.
Seeking the Edge Dr. Joseph L. Rose ISBN 9781462031795 Seeking the Edge provides the tools and techniques to find that edge in one’s life—driving readers to achieve success whether in your current job, finding a new job, in education, family, or even hobbies.

【小題1】Who wrote the story about a little boy and a little mouse?

A．Bill Bosworth.	B．Michelle O. Donovan.
C．Dr. Joseph L. Rose.	D．Gloria Coykendall.

【小題2】The ISBN for the book of poems is _______.

A．9781462031795	B．9781412027854
C．9780595433582	D．9781462058679

【小題3】What kind of readers will probably like reading More Things in Heaven?

A．Those who are searching for the meaning of life

B．Those who are trying to be spiritual leaders.

C．Those who study the art of writing

D．Those who like traveling abroad.

【小題4】Which of the following books explores the origin of humans?

A．Seeking the Edge.

B．Creation or Evolution.

C．Joshua, Helmut, and Bethlehem.

D．More Things in Heaven.

Absence
If a student is absent, parents are asked to contact the school and report that absence. Simply ring the school and you will be directed to the absence phone system. You should then give the name of the student and their tutor teacher.
Attendance
School hours are 08:35 to 15:00. If a student is late, they must sign in at the Student Office.
School times are as follows: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
08:35 - 09:35  Period 1
09:35 - 10:35  Period 2
10:35 - 10:50  Tutor Time
10:50 - 11:10  Interval
11:10 - 12:05  Period 3
12:05 - 13:00  Period 4
13:00 - 13.45  Lunch
13:45 - 14:05  School-wide reading
14:05 - 15:00  Period 5
Wednesday Only
09:00 - 09:55  Period 1
09:55 - 10:50  Period 2
Rest of the times are the same as for the other days.
Cellphones
The current cell phone policy is that, although permitted at school, they must not be used or turned on during class time.
【小題1】If a student is absent, ______ should call the school and report the absence.
the student’s parents         B. the student himself
C. the student’s tutor         D. the student’s teacher
【小題2】The school doesn’t have Tutor Time ______.

A．on Monday and Friday	B．on Tuesday
C．on Thursday	D．on Wednesday

【小題3】Students can use their cell phones at ______ every day.

A．09:00	B．10:00
C．11:00	D．12:00

【小題4】Which of the following is true?

A．When you report an absence, you speak directly to the Student Office.

B．You are not late if you go to your classroom at 8 o’clock on Thursday.

C．You must ring the school if you are late.

D．Wednesday afternoon is free.

Below are some classified ads from an English newspaper.

Classified ads FOR DIRECT CLASSIFIED SERVICE CALL 800—0557  10A.M.-4P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY
FOR SALE COME to moving sale----Plants, pottery, books, clothes, etc, Sat, Dec. 14#----9a.m.-5p.m.1612 Ferndale, Apt. I.800-4696. USED FUT COATS and JACKETS. GOOD condition. $30-$50. Call 800-0436 after 12 noon. MOVING: Must sell. TV21”, $50; AM/FM radio A/C or battery, $15; cassette tape recorder, $10. Call Jon or Pat, 800-0739 after 5 p.m. or weekends. SHEEPSKIN COAT: man’s, size 42, I year old. $85. After 6 p.m.,. 800-5224. LOST AND FOUND FOUND: Cat, 6 months old, black and white markings. Found near Linden and South U. Steve. 800-4661. LOST: Gold wire rim glasses in brown case. Campus area. Reward, Call Gregg 800-2896. FOUND: Set of keys on Tappan near Hill intersection. Identify key chain. Call 800-9662. FOUND: Nov.8­th----A black and white puppy in Packard-Jewett area. 800-5770.	PERSONAL OVERSEAS JOBS---Australia, Europe, S. America, Africa. Students all professions and occupations, $700 to $3000 monthly. Expenses paid, overtime. Sightseeing, Free information at STUDENTS’UNION. THE INTERNATIONAL CENTER plans to publish a booklet of student travel adventures. If you like to write about your foreign experiences, unusual or just plain interesting. Call us (800-9310) and ask for Mike or Janet. UNSURE WHAT TO DO? Life-Planning Workshop, Dec. 13th -15th, Bob and Margaret Atwood, 800-0046. ROOMMATES FEMALE ROOMMATE WAMTED: Own room near campus. Available December 1st. Rent $300 per month until March 1st. $450 thereafter. Call Jill for details, 800-7839. MEED PERSON to assume lease for own bedroom in apt. near campus, ＄’380/mo. starting Jan. 1st. Call 800-6157 after 5p.m..	DOMESTIC SERVICE EARLY HOUR WAKE-UP SERVICE: For prompt, courteous wake-up service, call 800-0760. HELP WANTED BABYSITTER—MY HOME If you are available a few hours during the day, and some evenings to care for 2 school-age children, please call Gayle Moore, days 800-1111, evenings and weekends 800-4964. PERSONS WANTED for delivery work, Own transportation. Good pay. Apply 2311 E. Stadium. Office 101, after 9 a.m. TELEPHONE RECEPTIONIST WAMTED. NO experience necessary. Good pay. Apply 2311 E. Stadium. Office 101, after 9 a.m. WAITRESS WANTED: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Apply in person. 207 S. Main, Curtis Restaurant. HELP WANTED for house cleaning 1／2 day on weekends. When----to be discussed for mutual convenience. Good wages. Sylvan Street. Call 800-2817.

【小題1】Where will you post a notice if you need someone to look after your children?

A．PERSONAL	B．HELP WANTED
C．DOMESTIC SERVICE	D．ROOMMATES

【小題2】To have your travel notes published, you may contact         .

A．Students’ Union	B．Gayle Moore
C．The International Center	D．Life Planning Workshop

【小題3】If you want to have someone wake you up in the morning, you may call        .

A．800-5224	B．800-5770
C．800-7839	D．800-0760

Chinese International School
Application Form
Before an applicant can be invited to take part in an assessment, an application form should be returned to the Admissions Office, and the application fee of HK$1,000 cannot be returned. For overseas applicants wishing to pay in currencies other than HK dollars, the fee is US$145. Checks are also good for payment to “Chinese International School”.
The application should include:
※ Applicant’ academic report from the last school year.
※ A recent passport-sized photo (attached to the application form).
※ A copy of the applicant’s Hong Kong ID card or a passport showing a valid Hong Kong visa.
※ A company letter confirming the application.
Please note that the application fee is non-returnable. Applicants who would like to re-apply for another academic year are asked to submit a new application and application fee.
Acceptance
Applicants will be informed of their acceptance status in writing by postal mail. Initial(最初的) offers for Reception will be sent out from late March once all assessments have been completed.
Some applicants who have been assessed may be held on a reserve list. Acceptances may also be made on a conditional basis among the applicants on the reserve list.
Applicants who have been assessed but who have not been admitted are welcome to reapply for the next academic year. Please note that such applicants will be asked to submit a new application and application fee.
Confirmation of Acceptance and Enrollment(錄取)
Once an applicant has been admitted, the applicant family will be asked to confirm acceptance and hold the student’s place with immediate payment of the required fees for the Nomination Right (HK$ 500), plus the sum of HK$ 7,500 as the first tuition payment.
In addition, enrollment will not be considered complete until the following have been received, normally one month before the start of the new school year:
?Physical examination results
?Tuition (first month)
【小題1】According to the passage, if the applicants reapply for an academic year, ______.

A．the application fee can be reduced to a half

B．a(chǎn)pplicants on a reserve list needn’t be assessed

C．a(chǎn) new application and application fee are to be required

D．the initial application form should be returned to the Admissions Office

【小題2】How will the applicants possibly be informed of the acceptance status?

A．By fax.	B．By regular mail
C．By telephone.	D．By e-mail.

【小題3】 If an applicant has been admitted, the applicant family ______.

A．will be asked to submit a new application

B．will receive physical Examination results

C．will be asked to only pay the first month fee

D．will be asked to confirm acceptance and pay the fees

【小題4】Which of the following is true?

A．Applicants held on a reserve list will not be admitted.

B．Once applicants are refused, they can’t apply for it again.

C．The applicants should show a Hong Kong visa or a Hong Kong ID card.

D．Applicants don’t have to get a company letter to confirm their application.

Young Music Scene Concert Young musicians from all over Germany perform at Young Scene Concert at Berlin’s famous Quasimodo music hall. The concert is part of the Berlin Festival. Time: 15——20 Nov. Place: 45, 18756Berlin, Germany Cost: Various Email: info@quasimodo.de Phone: +34(0)45 839 5986

 

Documentary Film Month Cinemas, schools and libraries across France and the French-speaking world take part in November’s Documentary Film Month. About 120, 000 visitors take part each year. Time: 1——20 Mar. Place: 25 Road Pyramids, 75001 Paris Cost: Various Phone: +12(0)1 43 38 1973 Email: info@paris-touristoffice.com

 

Craft Show You can come to the show twice a year, in spring and at Christmas. There are hundreds of artisans(手藝人) from across Canada selling jewellery, pottery, glass, ironwork and clothing. Time: 26 Nov. ——7 Dec. Mon.——Fri. 11 am——10 pm Sat. 10 am——8 pm Sun. 9 am——6 pm Place: Direct Energy Centre Cost: $ 10 Phone:　+7 658 198 3245 Email: askus@oneofakindshow.com

 

Canada Blooms Toronto Garden and Flower Show The Canada Blooms Show every year at the Metro Toronto Convention Center is the country’s largest indoor garden show. Time: Mar. 9 am——6pm Sun. 11 am——5 pm Place: Metro Toronto Convention Center Cost: $ 18; under 12 free Phone: +1 235 4478768 Email: info@mtccc.com

【小題1】People can enjoy music at Young Scene Concert from________.

A．1——20 Mar	B．15——20 Nov.
C．26 Nov.——7 Dec	D．1 Mar. ——20 Nov.

【小題2】You can e-mail ___________if you want to see Documentary Film.

A．info@mtccc.com	B．a(chǎn)skus@oneofakindshow.com
C．info@paris-touristoffice.com	D．info@quasimodo.de

【小題3】You can buy ________at the Craft Show.

A．glass, ironwork and clothing

B．different kinds of flowers

C．classic music CDs

D．some books about film

【小題4】 If two adults and two boys of 9 want to see Flower Show and Craft Show, it will cost them ________.

A．$40

B．$56

C．$76

D．$112

【小題5】Which of the following is not true according to the passage?

A．Young musicians from all over Germany perform at Quasimodo music hall.

B．Cinemas, schools and libraries across France take part in Documentary Film Month.

C．People can enjoy the Craft Show from 9 am to 6 pm on Sunday.

D．Toronto Garden and Flower Show is the world’s largest garden show.