Explore the State of California
California is one of the most interesting states of America that offers a lot of wonderful sceneries and fun attractions. It is also the most populated state and the third largest in land area. Anyone who has been to California would agree that it is indeed a place that offers a lot to tourists of all ages. Here are some top picks of the best places to visit in California State.
San Francisco Bay Area - Witness the famous San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge which is one of the city's landmarks; and enjoy the beauty of Fisherman's Wharf that offers a lot of seafood restaurants. You should not miss the city's world-famous Cable Car System which is by far the only manually operated cable car system in the whole world.
Yosemite National Park - This is one of the very first wilderness parks in the whole of America. It is known for
its natural beauty and breathtaking sceneries. It offers a breath of fresh air away from the city life. Major places to visit include the Yosemite Falls, Sentinel Dome, El Capitan, Mariposa Grove and Glacier Point among many others.
Los Angeles - Explore the home of the L.A. Lakers and do not fail to visit the Disneyl
and which is one of the major attractions of the city. The warm weather in Los Angeles makes it possible to do a lot of outdoor activities especially during the summer months. It is a family-friendly place that offers a wonderful shopping and dining experience. For those who particularly love the city and night life, L.A. can offer the best of almost everything.
Napa Valley - With over a million visitors every year, Napa Valley is indeed a place you s
hould not 
miss if you are in California. It is California's most popular wine growing region. You can also experience the Wine Train and hot air balloon ride over the valley.
【小題1】 From the first paragraph, we know that_____.
A．the State of California has the largest population in the US |
| B．California offers a lot to tourists of young people |
| C．California is also the largest in land area |
| D．California is the most interesting state of America |
| A．San Francisco Bay Area |
| B．Yosemite National Park |
| C．Los Angeles |
| D．Napa Valley |
| A．company | B．valley | C．factory | D．area |
| A．Napa Valley will bring us a wonderful shopping and dining experience. |
| B．San Francisco Bay Area is California's most popular wine growing region. |
| C．Los Angeles allows us to visit the Disneyland and enjoy almost everything. |
| D．In Yosemite National Park, we can see the Yosemite Falls, Golden Gate Bridge. |
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| Wishing to encourage her young son's progress on the piano, a mother took her boy to a Paderewski concert. After they were seated, the mother 1 a friend and walked down the aisle to greet her. Seizing the 2 to explore the wonders of the concert hall, th Qe little boy rose and went 3 a door marked" NO ADMITTANCE". When the house lights dimmed (變暗) and the concert was about to begin, the mother returned to her 4 and discovered that the child was missing. Suddenly, the curtains 5 and spotlights focused on the stage. In horror, the mother saw her little boy sitting at the keyboard, 6 out"Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star". At that moment, the great piano master 7 his entrance, quickly moved to the piano, and 8 in the boy's ear,"Don't 9 . Keep playing." Then leaning over, Paderewski reached down with his left hand and began 10 in a bass (低音 ) part. Soon his right arm reached 11 to the other side of the child and he added a running obbligato (伴奏). 12 ,the old master and the young boy 13 a frightening situation into a wonderfully creative 14 . That's the way it is in life. 15 we can accomplish (完成 ) on our own is 16 noteworthy. We try our best, but the 17 aren't exactly graceful flowing music. 18 when we trust in the hands of a Greater Power, our life's work truly can be beautiful. Next time you set 19 to accomplish great feats, listen carefully. You can hear the 20 of the Master, whispering in your ear," Don't quit. Keep playing." | ||||
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Win a trip to the OREGON COAST – Dare to Explore the Pacific Ocean. Build the biggest sand castle on the beach. Search tide pools for sea life.. Watch the bright orange sun set over the ocean. Whether you've been to the Pacific Ocean before or have only closed your eyes and imagined it, National Geographic Kids and Travel Oregon want to know how you would explore the Oregon Coast if you had the chance to go this summer.
JUDGING
1．Clear relationship between the Essay and the Drawing 40%
2．Creativity and skill in design and form of the Drawing 40%
3．Expression of the passion to draw and explore 10%
4．Journalistic quality, tidy nature and overall quality of the Essay 10%
PRIZE
By entering, you will have the chance to win an all expense paid trip to the OREGON COAST. Activities will include: kite flying, studying beautiful sea creatures, searching for sea life in a boat, science exploration at a science center and roasting over beach campfire.
Who may enter: The competition is open to kids aged 6 – 14.
TERM: Entries (參賽作品) must be postmarked no later than July 31,2009.
How to enter
Surf travel Oregon. com/kids to download and print out an entry form.
Be sure to mark whether you have or have not been to the Pacific Ocean in the form. Greater a drawing of the Pacific Ocean on a piece of paper using a pen or paints.
Write an article of 100 words or less to explain why you want to go, what you think you would see, and what you would explore if you have never been to the Pacific Ocean, or describe your favorite memories from your last visit.
Send to Dare to Explore the Pacific Ocean. NG1145 14 th street NW, Washington D. C. 20036
1．What is the most important for the judging?
A．Whether your article is written in a neat way.
B．The article and the drawing should be closely related.
C．Whether you show your passion to draw and explore.
D．The skill in your drawing the map of the Atlantic Ocean.
2．If you win the competition, you may .
A．search the beach for sea plats
B．fly a kite on the beach
C．roast the sea creatures over a beach campfire
D．win an all expense paid trip to Washington D.C.
3．What information can you get from the passage?
A．Your article should be at least 100 words.
B．Every kid can take part in the competition.
C．You must send the drawing before June 31,2009.
D．Your entry form should be downloaded and printed out.
4．You can most probably read the passage in .
A．a textbook B．a travel guide
C．a newspaper D．a research book
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