Four strange scholarships that actually existThe scholarship for the tallIf you
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Four strange scholarships that actually exist
The scholarship for the tall
If you find yourself having to lower your head to enter doorways then you might get this unusual scholarship. If you are a boy 6"2" or taller, or a girl 5"10" or taller, then you can be in the running for the Tall Clubs International Scholarship. All you have to do is write a simple message titled “What being tall means to me,” and you could get $1,000.
The scholarship for the fat
This unusual scholarship is made available to New England high school seniors who are single, overweight, and have maintain(保持) at least a 2.5 GPA. Every year two people are awarded the $500 prize. It’s kind of like saying being fat and unpopular is not that bad after all.
The scholarship for the short
If you aren’t tall enough for the tall scholarship, maybe you are short enough for the short one. The Billy Party Foundation offers this unusual scholarship to students who are short. One needs to be shorter then 4"10" and have a medical certificate as proof of dwarfism.
The scholarship for golf caddies(球童)
Did you know that you could get a free ride to college for being a golf caddie? Okay, it’s a little harder than that, but each year the Evans Scholars Foundation covers tuition(学费) and housing for hundreds of student caddies from all over the country. Most Evans scholars go to one of the fourteen universities where the Evans Scholar Foundation owns and operates a scholarship house.
小题1:The person running for the Tall Clubs International Scholarship _____.| A．should pay $1,000 at first | | B．should write a long passage | | C．should be tall enough | | D．could get $10,000 |
小题2:How many conditions should a student have for the scholarship for the fat?| A．Five. | B．Four. | C．Three. | D．Two. |
小题3:The underlined word “dwarfism” in the text refers to the condition of being ____.| A．short | B．tall and fat | C．clever | D．thin and tall |
小题4:Students caddies who win the scholarship for golf caddies can _____.| A．get $1,000 for housing and tuition | | B．get $500 for housing and tuition | | C．only go to fourteen universities | | D．be free from housing and schooling costs |
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答案
小题1:C
小题2:B
小题3:A
小题4:D |
解析
试题分析：文章介绍了几个奇怪的奖学金，和它们的要求，如何去获得。
小题1:细节题：从第一部分的If you are a boy 6"2" or taller, or a girl 5"10" or taller, then you can be in the running for the Tall Clubs International Scholarship.可知如果你足够高就可以申请这个奖学金，选C
小题2:细节题：从第二部分的句子：This unusual scholarship is made available to New England high school seniors who are single, overweight, and have maintain(保持) at least a 2.5 GPA.可知要申请这个奖学金要四个条件：高中生，单身，超重，保持至少2.5GPA。选B
小题3:猜词题：这段提到几次short，说明这个单词是“矮”的意思，选A
小题4:细节题：从最后一部分的句子：Evans Scholars Foundation covers tuition(学费) and housing for hundreds of student caddies from all over the country.可知获得高尔夫球童的奖学金可以得到免费的住宿学习费用。选D
点评：文章介绍了几个奇怪的奖学金，和它们的要求，如何去获得。属于信息筛选类短文，文本所给信息非常丰富，要求考生从中选出适合题目要求的信息。解此类题目时，考生可以先阅读题目和选项，了解具体要求，然后再仔细阅读文章，认真筛选甄别，这样的阅读就有的放矢，可以大大提高阅读的速度和效率。 |
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Nickname: Hawaii’s Island of Adventure
Size: 4,028 square miles
Population: 148,677． The most heavily populated areas are Hilo on the east side and Kailua-Kona on the west．
Temperature: Averages between 71℉and 77℉ year around （expect the mercury（水银柱） to drop at higher heights）．
Beaches: 47 Golf Courts: 20 Highest Peak: Mauna Kea, 13,796 feet．
Agriculture: The bulk of Hawaii’s farming products are grown and processed on the Big Island, including coffee, macadamia nuts and papaya．
Lodging: 9,655 rooms total; nightly rates range from $35—$5,000．
Airports: Hilo International Airport on the east side and Kona International Airport on the west side．
Rental Cars: All of the nationally known rental car companies have locations at Hilo International and Kona International Airports as well as many resorts． In addition, Hilo, Kona and the major resort areas are serviced by taxis．
Resources: Call （800） 648-2441 to order a video, poster, brochures and maps from the Big Island Visitors Bureau． See www．bigisland．org for updated information．
Shopping: The largest shopping centers are in Hilo, Kona, Waimea and the Kona Coast．
小题1:_________ are mostly interested in reading the passage．| A．Students | B．Businessmen | C．Tourists | D．Immigrants |
小题2:The average population per square mile on the island is about _________．小题3:__________ are not mentioned as a traffic means to get around the Big Island．| A．Trains | B．Planes | C．Rental cars | D．Taxis |
小题4:What can we infer from the passage? | A．You can see www．bigisland．org for updated information． | | B．You can call （800） 648-2441 to order some food． | | C．You can find some courts to play tennis on the island． | | D．You may pay a high price for spending one night on the island． |
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Sonoma County, California is famous for its natural beauty. The area is also known for its fruits, vegetables, eggs, and seafood. When I first moved to the area years ago, I had no idea I would be living in such a rich area!
After the summer, local festivals practically celebrate the richness of the county every weekend. From Egg Days, Tomato Festival to Seafood Festival, Sonoma County has something for everyone. An event held every year is one of the most special in the area, which celebrates the harvest(收获) of tomatoes, showing over 170 kinds of this tasty fruit. Cooks prepare the most favorite tomato-inspired dishes. You can enjoy all kinds of food while listening to live music, and taste the world famous Kendall Jackson wine.
Another great feature of this event is the opportunity to take part in the yearly competition with your own tomatoes. Tomatoes are judged (判断) on looks, taste, and weight and winners will be awarded (奖励). If you’re planning on visiting and want to attend this event, get your ticket early as it sells out quickly.
This year, to celebrate Tomato Festival, I decided to plant a few tomatoes in a wine barrel (桶) that had kept a lemon tree before. The tree, after about 6 years, finally did not produce fruits anymore, so I changed to plant 3 tomato plants instead. The three wine barrel plants stand over six feet tall and that’s above the top of the barrel! They have lots of flowers and some have started to produce fruits. As usual, harvest may be late this year, but the quality of my tomatoes will be excellent. I believe I’ll realize my dream of being the best tomato gardener.
小题1:We can know from the first two paragraphs that .| A．the author didn’t live there long | | B．Sonoma County lies by the sea | | C．people there like drinking wine | | D．there are celebrations every day |
小题2:The passage mainly tells us something about .| A．Egg Days | B．Seafood Festival | | C．Tomato Festival | D．Vegetable Days |
小题3:If you are the best tomato gardener you will .| A．be given prizes as a winner | B．eat tomato dishes for free | | C．be respected by the local people | D．drink Kendall Jackson wine free |
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The International Summer School of Scotland’s creative writing course is designed for students aged between 13 and 18 of all levels and interests who have a desire to explore their ability and challenge themselves creatively. Introductory and advanced workshops will introduce students to all the stages of the writing process, including thinking of ideas, writing and revising drafts and editing.
1) Discover writing through a range of creative projects including writing essays, short stories and poetry.
2) Learn tools and ways needed to discover your own voice.
3) Learn how to use the world around you as a source of ideas and inspiration.
4) Benefit from regular writing practice.
5) Help produce the summer school magazine and get your work in print.
All students will work together to produce The International Summer School of Scotland’s creative writing magazine which will include a selection of their creative work.
Program Dates:
Session 1: July 4th — July 25th, 2010
Session 2: July 28th — August 18th, 2010
In addition to our academic programs we also offer some in-depth elective courses. Part of the summer school students will have the opportunity to join in one of the following electives: golf, theatre, film, art and tennis. These courses will enable summer school students to discover and experience exciting subjects while gaining new skills and expertise (专门知识).
The timetable below shows a typical week at the International Summer School of Scotland.
| Monday/Tuesday
| Wednesday
| Thursday/Friday
| Saturday
| Sunday
| 8:00—9:00
| Breakfast
| At 10:00
Breakfast
Free
Time
| 9:00—12:00
| Academic Classes
| A
Cultural
Trip
| 12:00—13:00
| Lunch
| 13:00—16:00
| Elective Classes
| A Cultural
Trip
| Elective Classes
| 16:00—18:00
| Sporting Activity
| Sporting Activity
| 18:00—19:30
| Evening Meal
| 19:30—21:30
| Evening Activity
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小题1:You can attend the creative course if you are at the age of .小题2:How long does each of the sessions last according to the passage?| A．About half a month. | B．Around a month. | | C．About three weeks. | D．Around two months. |
小题3:From the passage we can know that .| A．the school is open to children from rich families | | B．students in the school have to work in the workshop | | C．students in the school can benefit by selling the magazines | | D．not all students in the school have to play golf |
小题4:What activity may students in the school do between 16:00 and 18:00 on Wednesday?| A．Academic Classes. | B．Sporting Activity. | | C．A Cultural Trip. | D．Elective Classes. |
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Job advertising on the web
Register a new account
Log in to an existing account
Promote your casual work, graduate or internship(实习职位),opportunity with an advertisement on the Careers Centre database free of charge. Your advertisement will be viewable to all university of Sydney students and appear in "Job Alert" – a daily email to subscribing students. You can also target alumni (up to five years after graduation) – advertise on our database and it will be visible at AlumniOnline.
If you advertise through the Careers Centre you will need to agree to our advertising terms and conditions.
Unpaid work
We are unable to advertise unpaid internship work experience or volunteer positions unless:
the position fulfills part of a University curriculum and has faculty approval, or
it is a volunteer position with a registered not-for-profit organisation.
Our unpaid and volunteering work info brochure has essential information for employers wishing to offer unpaid work including alternative suggestions. You can also contact the Careers Centre for assistance.
Submit an advertisement
To upload your job advertisement:
log in to the Careers Centre employer database – if you don"t have a username you"ll need to request a new account
click "job ads" and fill out the form
agree to our advertising terms and conditions
submit your advertisement for review by the Careers Centre.
Advertisements are displayed for a maximum of two months. If your position is filled before your registered deadline please log in to the database and withdraw your ad.
What to include in your advertisement
We"ve found there is generally a better response to advertisements that are clear and informative. The following information is important to include:
job title and description of duties
skills and/or experience required
hours worked, and flexibility with regard to study/exam timetables
location of the work
pay rate/basis of payment – visit the Fair Work online website for pay rates and other employment conditions, or call their help line on 131394
how to apply and close date for applications
your contact details, including email address and phone number for Careers Centre staff (these do not appear with the job advertisement, however they are required for office purposes should we need to contact you).
Cost
It is free to advertise on our jobs database.
Related services
For greater promotion of your opportunities, consider:
sending a targeted email-out to the students you wish to recruit（雇佣 ）
booking a booth at a careers fair if you are promoting a graduate or internship program.
Contact us
For help submitting an advertisement or more information, contact the Industry Development Team:
P (02) 8627 8408
E careers.administration@sydney.edu.aucareers.administration[at]sydney.edu.au.
小题1:What kind of people is the passage intended for?| A．people recruiting employers | | B．members in the Careers Centre | | C．job-hunters in university of Sydney | | D．undergraduates who need to improve the ability to study and work |
小题2:Which of the following is TRUE according to the article?| A．Registering a new account every time you log in | | B．Advertisements are displayed for a minimum of two months. | | C．Advertising unpaid positions with registered non-profit organizations is permitted. | | D．All job ads will appear online once they are submitted. |
小题3:What should be included in your advertisement?| A．job title, experience required and sex | | B．hours worked, age and location of the work | | C．marriage, contact details and location of the work | | D．experience required, payment and contact details |
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Canada, the world’s second-largest country, has a massive Atlantic coastline (海岸线). So, the best way to experience it is by car.
★ One week
Cross over to Wolfville and the Bay of Fundy via HWY 12. Spend a day criss-crossing the country roads and grassy hills of Cape Blomidon to catch some of the most impressive views of the Fundy tides (潮水).
The next day, drive east, stopping at wineries (酿酒厂) and shopping for unique jams and other local foods at Tangled Garden, where you can also cool down with a herb-flavored ice cream.
Drive through the rural roads and maybe get lost on the way to Maitland to sign up for a day of white-water rafting, which can be relaxing and one of the most exciting experiences in your life.
On the last day, head back to Halifax via east coast Martinique Beach, one of the longest beaches in Nova Scotia, a beautiful place for stretching legs and bird watching.
★ Two weeks
With more time, you can go directly up to Cape Breton, along the circuitous (迂回的) roads of the “Cabot Trail”, over high sea vista points, where you have to watch for moose (驼鹿) on the road.
Those with more time can go to Newfoundland and continue on the “Viking Trail” that links the Gros Morne National Park with Leif Eriksson’s historic Viking settlement.
★ When to go
Outside of June to October the coast will be extremely cold and most businesses will be shut.
★ Where to stay
● Lennox Inn 1791 (Lunenburg): Canada’s oldest continually operating hotel.
● The Olde Lantern Inn & Vineyard (Grand Pre): in the heart of winery and Fundy tide country.
★ Where to eat
● Fleur de Sel (Lunenburg): widely considered this coast’s finest restaurant.
● Hall’s Lobster Pound (Hall’s Harbour): pick your lobster, get it boiled and enjoy it on a park bench.
小题1:If choosing the one-week tour, you are advised to start from .| A．Wolfville | B．Maitland | | C．The Bay of Fundy | D．Halifax |
小题2:If you intend to go for a drive along the coast in Canada, you should go there .| A．in January | B．in May | C．in July | D．in November |
小题3:We can infer from the passage that .| A．white-water rafting is quite exciting | | B．moose can be seen in large numbers in Newfoundland | | C．people can be easily lost along the roads of the “Cabot Trail” | | D．Lennox Inn 1791 is Canada’s oldest hotel |
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