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Children of all ages love birthday parties at the Staten Island Zoo. Where else can you invite real
party animals to join in the fun?
Who is invited?
Parties at the Staten Island Zoo are designed for children who are turning 4 years old and older, with
a maximum group size of 15 children and 4 adults. Along with your human guests,2-3 live animals will
also be invited into your party room. No need for more introductions. By the end of your party, our
teachers will make sure everyone is well familiar with their new scaly(有鳞的),feathery or furry friends.
What is included?
Each party lasts an hour and a half (two hours if pizza is included) and includes live animal demonstration,games or stories,and animal skills. Each member will receive a goodie bag to take home for fun. Besides, birthday invitations will be given to you for giving to your guests.
Birthday party themes
Choose from four different themes:
Animal Tracks
Discover different types of animal"s feet and their purpose. Track some animals and then make a take
home plaster mold(石膏模型).
African Savannah
Join in the fun at exploring the mysteries of the African Savannah. Learn about favorite foods of the
Savannah"s people and make an animal mask to enjoy the fun.
Tropical Rainforest
Listen to the sounds of the jungle and find where the animals live. Create a colorful rainforest bird.
Barnyard Friends
Stories, games, activities and crafts will all focus on the differences between wild and domestic animals. Make a small bookmark to use at home.
Costs
Pizza,ice cream cake,juice and party (includes cutlery, paper plates, cups and napkins) --- $370
Staten Island Zoo members／$400 non. Members.
Party only --- $250 Staten Island Zoo members／$275 non. Members
1. What"s special about the birthday parties at the Staten Island Zoo?
A. There are 19 people in one party at least.
B. Parties are intended for those who are just 4 years old.
C. It is necessary to introduce the strangers at the parties.
D. Live animals will take part in the birthday parties.
2. If you choose a theme of Tropical Rainforest,what kind of works of art can you make?
A. A take-home plaster mold.
B. A colorful rainforest bird.
C. An animal mask.
D. A small bookmark to use at home.
3. A non-member who only plans to hold a party at the Staten Island Zoo should pay______.
A. $250
B. $275
C. $370
D. $400
4. What can we learn from the passage?
A. All birthday parties last one and a half hours.
B. We should buy birthday invitations for our guest at the zoo.
C. Animals will make a performance at the party.
D. Any party member will be given a bag to store rubbish at the party. |
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| 1. These advertisements are most probably advertisements ________. |
A. on the Internet intended for the general public to read
B. in a newspaper intended for large companies to read
C. on the Internet intended for college students to read
D. in a newspaper intended for college students to read |
| 2. The opportunity of ________ is offered only to college students graduating in 2009. |
A. working in America
B. traveling in America
C. positions in VW
D. OPI internship |
| 3. If you want to apply for assistant to the director positions you must ________. |
A. be good at document writing
B. study computer science
C. have communication ability
D. be familiar with various languages |
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before May 1, 2012. |
1. Some of the four books were illustrated in order to ____. |
A. reduce the cost of them
B. persuade readers to buy them
C. help readers understand them
D. make them suitable to different readers |
| 2. If you buy the four books on April 30, 2012, you will have to pay ____ for them. |
A. $130
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C. $65
D. $112 |
| 3. The purpose of the passage is to ____. |
A. show to readers how to use the four books
B. sell the four books to students
C. enrich students" knowledge about nature
D. help children to learn English |
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1. Danniel, a professor, poet and historian, from Newcastle, wants to spend their fiveday holidays,
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Park by the way. |
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The Sands of Time
St Cyrus National Nature Reserve is much more than just golden sands and beautiful flowers. The area has a long human history too. From Stone Age hunters to amazing pioneers, discover the daring deeds and sad stories from St Cyrus" past.
Date: 23rd August 2010
Time. 2 p. m．-3：45 p. m．
Type of event. Guided walk
Between the Tides
A celebration of the world between the tides. Join local salmon (大马哈鱼) fisherman Jim Ritchie on a fascinating walk to learn how local folk have made a living from the world between the tides, harvesting
salmon from the beach at St Cyrus for hundreds of years.
Date: 25th August 2010
Time: 2 p. m．-4 p．m.
Type of event: Family event
Ice & Fire
St Cyrus National Nature Reserve has had an eventful life! From its days near the equator (赤道) to
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Date: 31st August 2010
Time: 2 p. m．-3：45 p. m．
Type of event: Guided walk
Scary Stories
It"s getting darker at nights... it"s almost Halloween, when the ghosts (鬼怪) come out to play. Join us
for some spooky stories of Dinnet and Deeside long ago... and listen out for things that sound strange in the night！
Date: 25th October 2010
Time: 7 p. m．-9 p. m．
Type of event: Family event
Note：
* All under 18"s must be accompanied by an adult
* Pets allowed: No
* Cost: Free* Phone: 01674830736
* Location: SNH Visitor Centre, St Cyrus National Nature Reserve |
| 1. Which of the following events may help you learn about the local people"s way of life? |
A. Between the Tides.
B. Scary Stories.
C. The Sands of Time.
D. Ice & Fire. |
| 2. The underlined word "spooky" in the text probably means _____. |
A. interesting
B. frightening
C. real
D. funny |
| 3. What do the four events have in common? |
A. They are held in August.
B. They are held in the evening.
C. People can"t take their pets with them.
D. People need to be guided during the journey. |
| 4. According to the text, _____. |
A. you need to pay to join in the activities
B. a tenyearold child can attend these events only in adults" company
C. St Cyrus National Nature Reserve is famous for salmon
D. St Cyrus National Nature Reserve was set up not long ago |
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| 1. What does this passage mainly talk about? |
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