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广西柳州铁一中学2023-2024学年高一下学期期末考试英语试卷
Going to concerts and live performances is a lot of fun. As a teen, you'll want to prepare for the event far in advance in order to ensure that your concert experience is enjoyable.
Check to make sure that the concert venue(场所) is for all ages.
Some venues, particularly those that serve alcohol, will only allow entry for guests who are over 21 years old. If you buy a ticket and get turned away at the door, you likely will not get your money back.
Ask your parents for permission.
Have a conversation with your parents to figure out how you will travel to and from the concert, and talk about ground rules for staying safe at the event.
Find a friend to go with.
For your safety, it's best not to attend concerts alone. If you're having trouble finding company, consider posting on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram to see if other people in your social network are interested.
Buy tickets.
If the concert is for a popular band, figure out exactly when the tickets go on sale. Ticketmaster. com sells tickets for bigger shows, but if you're going to a smaller show, look online at the venue's website for information on how to buy tickets.
Research venue policies and regulations.
Find the venue's web page to get a sense of what to expect, and to avoid any problem on the day of the concert. You should know how early the doors will open.
A. Knowing their music is a good idea. B. If you're with friends. choose a landmark near the stage. C. Figure out if you'll be able to bring your own food /water. D. It's best to check in with your parents before you buy tickets. E. Find at least one friend and stick together on the day of the event. F. And buy them as soon as you can to make sure that the show won't sell out. G. It's best to research the venue's age policies before you plan to attend a concert. |
Venus, the Wildest Adventure in 3016!
A trip to the moon, to Mars? You are out. Venus (金星) is your choice! Our spaceship carries you there at the speed of light!
Amazing Venus Facts
Temperature range: ALWAYS about 450 degrees Celsius. Great for barbecues!
Seasons: No seasons. Always visit during best season!
Gravity strength: 0.91 of Earth's gravity. Makes you lighter and more alive than ever!
Water: NONE. All boiled away.
Day length: 1 day=243 Earth days. Longest days in solar system» so fun never ends!
Rate of turning: 0.002 km/second. Turns in opposite direction of the earth, so able to see sun rise in the west and set in the east.
Year length: 1 year=224.7 Earth days or 0.62 of an Earth year.
Rate of revolution: 35.03 km/second.
Atmosphere:
Very thick.
96% carbon dioxide; 3% nitrogen, and 0.1% water vapor.
Can't support life: Suffocating carbon dioxide, thick clouds of sulfuric acid, and gases create greenhouse effect so very hot and no water.
* Your Accommodations * ◎ You will travel on a high-tech rocket ship that will transport you from Earth to Venus in a mere 2.4 minutes by traveling at the speed of light. This trip will cost only $ 750,000. ◎ Our two hotels are very luxurious and are super strong, allowing you to lie on the ground without being crushed by the pressure of the atmosphere. They are called Venus Heaven and Rocket Palace, and the cost to stay is only $ 200 per night. You'll get your money's worth at these two hotels, receiving free meals every day. To book a trip, call 1 — 800. |
A. Kissing is only for close family or women friends. B. However, Eskimos never greet each other with a bow. C. Everyone understands a smile so don't be afraid to use it! D. In some cultures, it is usual to kiss on the cheek three times! E. This custom probably started because of the freezing weather. F. Bowing was also traditional in many European countries in the past. G. But it is now becoming international, especially in business situations. |
You might think that simple things like saying hello and goodbye are the same in every culture. Think again!
Shaking hands to say hello or goodbye was a Western custom (风俗) at first. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}
Traditionally, the Chinese custom for greeting was to hold one's hands together and nod their head a little.
Japanese people greet each other by bowing (鞠躬). When greeting an older or more important person, it is usual to bow lower and for longer. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} But only men did it.
People in European countries such as Italy often greet each other with a kiss on both cheeks (脸颊). Even men greet each other like this. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}
Eskimos, a group of people living in the very cold northern areas of North America, greet each other by lightly rubbing (摩擦) their noses together. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} Often, Eskimos only leave their eyes and noses uncovered. And the rest of their bodies are covered with warm clothing and their hands with gloves.
When you're not sure what the customs are in a new country, there's one greeting that is the same all over the world: a smile. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}
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