International Performers
World-class performers from across the globe bring years of training in blood, sweat, and smiles to amaze audiences of all ages in Ottawa's beautiful Sparks Street .
Australia — ZAP Circus
During the day, catch the Purple People show full of high energy acrobatics (杂技) and feats of danger. At night, be amazed at an incredible and dazzling fire performance at street level. Don't miss the chance to catch the greatest show.
Time: 2:00 pm-2:45 pm/ 9:00 pm-9:45 pm, Monday
Place: Ontario Stage
Argentina — Katay Santos
After intensive training in the circus school of Cuba and Wuqiao (China) , together with two years of sharing the streets of Caracas with some of its biggest artists, “Santos” bring you an amazing act filled with breathtaking performances with Chinese pots.
Time: 7:00 pm-7:45 pm, Friday
Place: Canada Stage
Canada — Chris Pilsworth
At Chris' show, you'll witness his super powers: to induce laughter, make jaws drop, and make audiences feel fantastic! See why Chris and his Rubber Duck of Danger have been a hit with audiences across North America and Asia.
Time: 8:00 pm-8:45 pm, Saturday
Place: Hot 89.9 Stage
New Zealand — Viny1 Burns
Vinyl Burns is a man of good looks and charm. A DJ, musician and comedian who holds court like Jordan and jumps across it. He enjoys passing on his genius to the ladies, and sometimes the men are Close enough to catch some of it as well. Most importantly... he likes to ROCK!
Time: 12:00 pm-12:45 pm, Sunday
Place: The Art Department Stage
1.When can you enjoy fire performance?
A.2:00 pm-2:45 pm, Monday. B.9:00 pm-9:45 pm, Monday.
C.7:00 pm-7:45 pm, Friday. D.8:00 pm-8:45 pm, Saturday.
2.Why did Santos go to Wuqiao, China?
A.To learn circus. B.To give performance.
C.To meet some artists. D.To buy Chinese pots.
3.Where should you go if you are a music and comedy lover?
A.Ontario Stage. B.Canada Stage.
C.Hot 89.9 Stage. D.The Art Department Stage.
假定你是中学生李华，美国一个中学代表团即将访问你校并出席英语周的一项活动。请根据写作要点和写作要求写一篇欢迎辞。
写作要点：
1.表示对客人的欢迎；
2.介绍此项活动（如活动目的、内容等）；
3.表达对客人的祝愿。
写作要求：
1.词数不少于80；
2.不能使用真实姓名和学校名称。
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阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
The event that stands out in Tom’s memory happened one morning when Tom was only ten years old. He was at home with his elder sister Jane. Tom was doing his homework when he heard raised voices. At first he thought nothing of it since customers in the motorcycle shop directly below their flat often became loud, but he soon realized this time it was different.
“Quick! Quick! Remove the motorcycles from the shop.” someone yelled.
Then a thick burning smell filled the air. When Tom opened the front door of their flat to investigate, a thick cloud of smoke greeted him. The motorcycle shop had caught fire and people were running and crying.
Jane, who had been playing the violin in her room, hurried to the living room. They rushed out of the door and along the corridor（走廊）through the smoke.
They were heading towards the stairway at the far end of the corridor when Jane stopped in her track. She turned around and headed back the way they came. Tom had no idea what she was doing, but he followed suit.
Jane had suddenly remembered the lady in her 70s who lived next door to them, who they called Makcik, Malay for auntie. Jane began banging on Makcik’s door, but got no answer. As the smoke thickened around them, Tom could see many of their neighbors—some still in their pyjamas—running for safety. The thought of fear crossed his mind.
“She would have run for safety like everyone else!” Tom cried. However, Jane refused to give up. “I know Makcik’s still inside.” She said she was familiar with Makcik’s daily routine and was certain she would still be sleeping. She pounded the door. “Go downstairs. Go now! Go!”
注意：1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2. 应使用5个以上短文中标有下划线的关键词语；
3. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；
4. 续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。
Paragraph1:
Tom noticed the flame was reaching up.
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Luckily, some neighbors passing by stopped and offered help.
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阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
A CCTV journalist succeeded in arousing a heated discussion among netizens by asking people whether they were happy. The responses to the question were various, even some quite funny ones 1.(include). Although people played jokes 2. the answers, it did not take long 3. they began to figure out the true meanings of happiness.
It is certain that people’s views on happiness 4.(affect) greatly by their own life experience. Unfortunately, too many people refer to being rich as happiness and there is no sign of 5. decrease in the number of those who are voluntarily at the mercy of wealth. Some people whose 6.(intend) is to make big money appreciate 7.(be) given any chance to multiply their income, believing that is 8. their happiness lies. Some are eager to inherit their parents’ property, especially those who are known as silver-spoon kids. Even worse, some would rather break the law to satisfy their financial desire or seek their fortune 9.(legally).
In my opinion, happiness is not about pursuing wealth merely but about admiring the beautiful things in life. Therefore, live your life 10. the fullest and be happy.
It was pouring outside. We all stood there just inside the door of the Walmart. We waited, some patiently, others ______ because nature messed up their well-planned day. I got lost in the sound and sight of the heavens washing away the dirt and dust of the world. Memories of running, splashing (溅起水花) happily as a ______ came pouring in. They were a welcome ______ from the worries of my day. Then she came. She was about 6 years old, and my attention was drawn to this beautiful brown haired, freckled-faced image of ______. Just then, the trance (恍惚) we were all caught in was broken by her sweet voice. “Mom, let’s run through the rain!”
“No, honey. We’ll wait until it slows down a bit. ______, we’ll get all wet.” Mom replied.
“No, we won’t, Mom. That’s not what you said this morning,” the young girl said as she pulled at her Mom’s arm.
“This morning? ______ did I say we could run through the rain and not get wet?”
“Don’t you remember? When you were talking to Daddy about his cancer, you said, ‘If God can get us through this, there’s ______ he cannot get us through.”
The entire crowd stopped dead ______. I swear you couldn’t hear anything but the rain. Mom ______ and thought for a moment about what she would say.
Now most people would just laugh it off and _____ what the girl said. But this was a moment of affirmation in a young child’s life, time when innocent trust must be protected so that it will bloom into ______. “Honey, you are absolutely ______. Let’s run through the rain. If we get wet, well maybe we ______ need washing,” Mom said. Then off they ran.
We all stood watching, smiling and laughing as they rushed past the cars. They held their shopping bags ______ their heads just in case. They got wet all over _____ they were followed by a few who screamed and laughed like children all the way to their cars.
1.A.frightened B.annoyed C.interested D.delighted
2.A.runner B.parent C.child D.customer
3.A.inspiration B.benefit C.relief D.suffering
4.A.thoughtfulness B.intelligence C.naughtiness D.innocence
5.A.Therefore B.Otherwise C.Furthermore D.Instead
6.A.Whether B.Where C.How D.When
7.A.anything B.nothing C.something D.everything
8.A.calm B.tired C.silent D.lucky
9.A.waited B.cried C.left D.paused
10.A.remember B.praise C.withdraw D.ignore
11.A.faith B.dignity C.love D.enthusiasm
12.A.crazy B.subjective C.right D.creative
13.A.still B.just C.even D.also
14.A.by B.at C.across D.over
15.A.but B.if C.because D.though
Do you have the experience of digging out your suitcase, deciding what to bring and being afraid that you’ve forgotten something? 1. Hope they can transform the way you pack.
Keep a Basket Handy
Do you wait until the last minute to pack? Keep a basket in your bedroom, living room, or bath room that you can use to throw in items you need to pack as you come across them. 2.Besides, you can just put the contents of the basket into your suitcase if you are in a hurry to leave for the airport.
Buy Wrinkle-free Clothing
You won’t need to worry about carefully packing your items of clothing if they’re made from wrinkle-free materials.3. They’ll still look fresh and bright when you are in them at your destination.
Keep Old Packing Lists
Chances are that you end up taking trips that require you to pack similar items. Keep old packing lists from former vacations to the beach, ski resort, and city - that way, you’ll always have a list of at least the basics.4.So you don’t need to waste your effort to remember where you left your hand-written packing lists.
Schedule a Packing Time
Time can slip away from you before a trip — you may be caught up at work, at home, or be occupied with other responsibilities of daily life. 5.That way, you will not need to do your packing frantically（狂乱地）from the last minute to 1 o’clock on the day you leave.
A. Buy necessary stuff when you arrive.
B. That’s why I’ve distilled（提炼）the art of packing down to some essential trips.
C. Just roll them up or put them at the bottom of the suitcase.
D. Determine a night well in advance of departure to pack.
E. Rolling your clothes is the best way to save space for the suitcase.
F. The best way to do this is to save them on your computer.
G. This makes you less likely to forget the stuff.
