Want to be a volunteer for Beijing Olympics in 2008? Recently, the recruiting started.
The recruiting of Beijing Olympics Volunteer starts from Aug 28, 2006 to end of March 2008.
Stage 1: Beijing Volunteers
From August 28, 2006, the program opens to applicants in Beijing (and Beijing only).
Stage 2: China Volunteers
From Dec, 2006, people from outside Beijing can submit their application.
Stage 3: Overseas Volunteers
By March 2007, people from outside China (including in other countries) can apply for volunteering in Olympics 2008.
The Program
Travel, hotel are not provided. Only working meal is available for volunteers (makes sense, isn't it?)
If you have any questions, just call Olympics Volunteer hotline: +86-10-12308
According to news, 100k college students have applied for the position after three days of recruiting. 50,000 to 100,000 volunteers are needed for the game.
If you want to participate, just call the number and ask more questions about the program. However, my guess is, to be admitted to the program is not easy.
Who has the most time to apply for volunteering in Olympics 2008 ?
A.Liling from Beijing | B.Wangbing from Tianjin . |
C.Jane from Australia | D.Dongdong from Yunnan. |
Being a volunteer in Olympics 2008 , you can enjoy free ________ service.
A.food | B.taxi | C.hotel | D.ticket |
Why does the author think it is not easy to be admitted to the program?
A.Because too many people want to watch the game live. |
B.Because the volunteers can have good free meals every day. |
C.Because the volunteers can watch the game without buying a ticket. |
D.Because more and more people care for the Olympics . |
Part I
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Part II
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Which of the following can be the best title for Part I?
A.Top English, your smart choice! | B.If you want to learn English, we can teach you! |
C.Top English, the best English! | D.We have what you want! |
If you work in a joint Venture(合资) Company, you probably take the course.
A.Standard Spoken English | B.Intermediate Business English |
C.TOEFL Super Studies | D.Children's Weekend |
Which of the following courses can be learned by the same person?
A.Basic Studies and Standard Spoken English. |
B.Intermediate Spoken English and Basic Business English. |
C.Standard Spoken English and TOEFL Super Studies. |
D.Intermediate Business English and TOEFL Super Studies. |
If you want to join the English Salon, you should at least .
A.be a university graduate |
B.be a student learning English in the Top English City |
C.be an English lover or can speak English well |
D.make more friends and know more about the culture of the English |
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Where can you most probably read this passage?
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C.In a health magazine. | D.In a doctor's prescription. |
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OECD's twice yearly assessment and projections for the economies of the OECD area and selected non-members. This edition also looks at the rise in household debt.
Which of the following books was published most lately?
A.OECD in Figures 2006-2007. | B.OECD Economic Outlook. |
C.Human Capital. | D.Climate Change in the European Alps. |
We can learn from the passage that Alps is________________.
A.an Austrian interesting place most attractive in summer seasons |
B.an European mountain belonging to three countries |
C.a stadium for skiing lovers from five European countries |
D.an European mountain famous for its winter skiing |
From the book with ISBN ____ you can get a wider range of information about OECD.
A. 9789264029088 B. 9789264022638
C. 9789264030954 D. 9789264030473
You should afford ____Euro dollars for a book to know about the recent progress in economic policies in the OECD countries.
A.60 | B.15 | C.55 | D.80 |
It seems that Great Wall is the place to rock. There will be two parties held on the Great Wall this month.
Great Wall Ⅰ
The latest Great Wall party is sponsored(主办)by the Club and electrobeat and held at Jinshanling. Local DJ Mark ,as well as guest Slab from Australia ,Usami and Bobby from Hong Kong will spin the sounds. All drinks are priced at 20 yuan($2.4).
Tickets:200 yuan($24), including bus ride there and back plus entrance fee to the Great Wall.
T/D: 8 p.m. to 2 a. m., Sept.20.
Pre-sale tickets are available at: Public Space: 6416-0759 Neo Lounge: 6416-1077
Location: Buses leave at 5 p.m. on Saturday ,Sep. 20 from Neo Lounge, 99 Xinfuncun Zhonglu, Sanlitun, Chaoyan District.
For more info: www. elektrobeat.com
Great Wall Ⅱ
The other party at the end of this month at Jinshanling will be kick-started with live performances by Askar, Brain Failure, Longkuan, Supermarket, Mr.Zhou, Beijing Talking and the Yi band.
Dance till dawn to the groovy(绝妙的)sounds of DJs Ben ,Mickey Zhang ,Will, Cheese, Gao Hu and Huang Weiwei.
T/D: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. ,Sept. 27.
Tickets: 350 yuan($42)or 300 yuan($36) for groups of 10 or more, 500 yuan ($60) at the door and VIP tickets 800 yuan($72), transportation included..
Location: Buses depart from the north gate of Workers, Stadium at noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., Sept. 27.
For more info: contact Li Zhenhua at lzh@msgp.org or call 133-2119-1731.
Which is true according to the text?
A.You have to pay extra money for entering the Great Wall with a ticket. |
B.You have to use a computer to get the details about Great Wall Rock. |
C.You have to pay extra money for bus ride with a ticket. |
D.It is at least 4 hours, ride from Neo Lounge to Jinshanling. |
What day of the week is September 27?
A.Saturday . | B.Sunday. | C.Weekday. | D.It can’t be known. |
A dozen people want to attend Great Wall Ⅱ.They should pay at least _________ for the tickets.
A.$504 | B.$432 | C.$720 | D.$864 |
If you want to go Great Wall Rock , _______________________.
A.you’ll have to get up early to catch the bus |
B.you’ll have to spend a whole day on the bus |
C.you can take a bus at any time from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. |
D.you can’t take a morning bus to get there |
Seafood buffet(自助餐)
Treat your mother to a buffet lunch featuring an array of seafood at Days Hotel & Suites Beijing. There are oysters and sashimi, as well as an on-site grill of various meat and seafood, plus dumplings. Other selections are savory soup and delicate dessert. Your mother will receive a hand-made festival gift. 11:30 am, MAY 13TH. 6773-1234 Ext 3930.
Sunday buffet
Cafe 99 at Regent Beijing offers a sumptuous Sunday buffet with caviar and free flow of champagne and wines on Mother’s Day, May 13.11:30 am-3 pm. 8522-1789.
Shaanxi style
Chefs from Shaanxi Province treat customers to authentic local noodles at the Regal Palace Chinese Restaurant, Days & Suites Beijing, including Qishan noodles with spicy and sour pork sauce, oil-sprayed noodles, besides based cakes with pork stuffing, and mutton soup with steamed buns. 8778-9888 Ext 262.
Da Zhai Men
Traditional Chinese architecture, performances and popular Chinese foods. Daily 11 am- 2 pm, 5 pm-11pm. Guoxing Jiayuan, Shouti Nanlu, Xicheng District. 8835-6687.
Da Zhai Men
Traditional Chinese architecture, performances and popular Chinese foods. Daily 11 am-2pm, 5pm-11pm. Guoxing Jiayuam, Shouti Nanlu,, Xicheng District. 8835-6687.
Mughal’s Beijing Restaurant
Classic curry dishes and many other famous Pakistani/Xinjiang halal dishes(English menu). Lunch buffet every working day for 38 yuan per person. Live dance performances every day (starting at 7:30 pm). There is a big open-air terrace. Daily 11 am-midnight, Rm 5188, 5th Floor, 3.3 Fashion Plaza, 33 Sanlitun Road, Chaoyang District. 5136-5575.
Brunch(早午餐)
Pay tribute to Mom with a brunch fest at the Kerry Center Hotel. Complimentary chocolates, flowers and a glass of champagne add to the festive environment, Starting at 11:30 am, Sunday May 13.6561-8833 Ext 40.
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A.You can enjoy seafood buffet in Kerry Center Hotel on May 13th. |
B.Da Zhai Men offers performances and popular Chinese foods 9 hours daily. |
C.Having lunch buffet in Mughal’s Beijing Restaurant cost 38 yuan person on weekends |
D.Cafe 99 at Regent Beijing offers free chocolates and flowers on Mother’s Day. |
This passage is mainly about____.
A.restaurants | B.performances | C.food | D.travel |
Which of the following is NOT prepared for Mothers’ Day?
A.Seafood buffet. | B.Sunday buffet. |
C.Brunch. | D.Mughal’s Beijing Restaurant. |
Where can you eat food while enjoying a lot of performances?
A.At Days Hotel & Suites Beijing. |
B.At the Regal Palace Chinese Restaurant. |
C.In Da Zhai Men. |
D.At the Kerry Center Hotel. |
What’s On
Stage
An acrobatic(杂技)soul: To celebrate its 50th anniversary , the China Acrobatic Troupe will present “The Soul of China”, where the seemingly impossible is made real . Chills(寒战)will run down your spine(脊柱)as you watch breathlessly as performers take their art and their bodies to the edge .
Time : 7:30 p.m , September13—19
Place : Capital Theatre , 22 Wangfujing Dajie , Dongcheng District
Exhibitions
Joint Show : A group ink painting exhibition is running at the Huangshicheng Art Gallery in Beijing . About 50 works by 25 young artists including Ge Yun and Yu Yang are on display .
Time : 9 a .m —5p. m. until September 10
Place : Huangshicheng Gallery , 136 Nanchizi Dajie , Dongcheng Distirct
Oil paintings : The Wanfung Art Galley will host a joint show of oil paintings by 10 young and middle-aged artists . On display are more than 30 of their latest works , which capture(捕捉)the wondrous variety of life in unique(独特的)styles .
Time : 9 a.m. —4p.m until September 15
Place: 136 Nachizi Street , Dongcheng District
Literature(文学)museum : The National Museum of Modern Chinese Literature offers an indepth study of the evolution of Chinese contemporary literature from 1919 to 1949 .
Time : 9 a. m —4 p.m , daily
Place: 45 Anyuan Donglu , Chaoyang District(Shaoyaoju area )
Concerts
Beijing rocks : “ The Fashionow Night of Chinese Rock” is set to bring rock fans out by the thousands next month . Nine Chinese rock bands will perform at the concert , including older generation bands , middle generation and some recent arrivals. The audience(听众)will be given a chance to decide what songs they want to hear , which is sure to bring a storm .
Time: September 16
Place: The Olympic Center
Belgium Orchestra(管弦乐队):La Petite Bande , the Baroque Orchestra of Belgium will perform in Beijing at the Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities as part of activities across the world to commemorate(纪念)the 250th anniversary of Bach’s death .
Time: 7:30 p.m . September11—14
Place: Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities
What do you think of the acrobatic show mentioned here ?
A.When you watch it , you will certainly feel cold . |
B.Something strange will puzzle everyone , including scientists . |
C.Unexpected things will make you excited and surprised . |
D.Even the bravest ones will be too frightened to go on watching . |
The most characteristic thing about the Fashionow Night of Chinese Rock is that_______ .
A.it will let the audience choose the performers and the music |
B.it is to bring thousands of rock fans out of their homes |
C.it will certainly cause a rock storm throughout China |
D.it is to be held in memory of one of the greatest musicians |
Suppose it is September 14 today , how many activities can people choose to attend ?
A.2 | B.3 | C.4 | D.5 |
On the whole ,we can conclude _________________.
A.people in Beijing prefer modern culture to something traditional |
B.there are usually more cultural activities in September than in any other month |
C.most of the cultural activities in Beijing are for foreign visitors only |
D.we can enjoy a large variety of cultural activities in Beijing |
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What is ROM?
A.A peice of exercise equipment. |
B.A club membership card. |
C.A commercial health club. |
D.An electric wheelchair. |
How many people bought ROM after trying it out?
A.92% | B.88% |
C.97% | D.90% |
One selling point of ROM is that_____.
A.it makes full body exercise possible in 4 minutes |
B.it can kill back and shoulder pains in 10 minutes |
C.it needs no repair in the first 20 years |
D.it is sold on a 3-month trial basis |
The advertisement is made believable by______.
A.telling stories |
B.using figures |
C.making comparisons |
D.asking question |
PRINT PRODUCTION MANAGER WANTED A well-known printing company, now well established in the UK and in the Far East, wishes to set up a manufacturing base in Europe. An experienced manager, responsible to the Production Director, is required to assist in setting up the department and will then take charge of the day-to-day work. The successful applicant will have had experience of modern methods and machines especially in the printing, multicolour work and finishing processes, he / she will have had at least three years’ experience in cost-effective management. A good working knowledge of English is essential. We offer excellent pay and prospects, with 4 week’s holiday a year plus public holidays, a company car, and a company pension scheme(养老金制度). Interviews will be arranged in the nearest city to applicant’s home. Write, with CV, to the Personnel Manager, Box 32507, Daily News, Kemsworth Street, Comston. United Kingdom SG186 37AH. |
ASSISTANT PRINT PRODUCTION MANAGER An internationally recognized printing company is seeking to set up a manufacturing plant in Europe. We are appointing an assistant (male or female) to our Print Production Manager. The job-holder will carry out duties involving the buying of paper and of finishing equipment, will liaise (联络) with the supervisors of the various production lines, and will assist the Production Manager. At least three years’ experience on one or more lines as well as supervisory experience is needed. A working knowledge of English is required to communicate with colleagues in the UK. We offer excellent pay, prospects, holidays, pension scheme, sick pay, etc. Write to the Manager, Box 3526. Broad Street, Northby, Millshire BK 57PX. |
Both the printing companies ______.
A.are well-known all over the world | B.require at least three years’ experience |
C.offer excellent pay and sick pay | D.prefer to hire a man manager |
According to the first advertisement, the applicant living in a small village will ______.
A.get in touch with the Personal Manager by telephone | |
B.get the result on TV | C.be interviewed in a city |
D.write to Box 3526 to get more information |
We can infer from the two advertisements that ______.
A.the companies want to do business in Europe and Far East. |
B.cars are necessary for the successful applicants. |
C.the companies haven’t got telephones to save money. |
D.applicants should write to the company first. |
◆1. Malan Flower: China Children's Art Theatre stages a fairy tale musical (音乐剧) "Malan Flower" this weekend.
Beautiful Malan flowers were blossoming everywhere on Malan Mountain, and hard-working girl Xiao Lan was married to the god of flowers, Ma Lang. They lived a happy life in harmony with Grandpa Tree. and all the lovely little animals. However, greedy Old Cat made use of the jealousy of elder sister Da Lan to kill Xiao Lan, in an attempt to keep the magic Malan flower under her possession.
This fairy tale entertained three generations of Chinese youth.
Time: 7: 30 p. m., until August 21
Place: The Great Theatre of the Cultural Palace of the Nationalities, west of Xidan Area
Tel: 6602-2530
◆2. Joyful jugglers: The China Acrobatic Troupe is staging a nightly variety show at the Tiandi Theatre, where the seemingly impossible becomes a reality, where performers spin (旋转) plates and juggle umbrellas.
Contortionists (柔术演员) show incredible feats of flexibility and acrobats leap through the air. Integrating juggling, unicycling, balancing and jumping through hoops with the finest ancient Chinese dancing, the performance will amuse you.
Time: 7: 15 p. m., daily
Place: 10 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Chaoyang District
Tel: 6502-3984
◆3. Tour of love: Taiwan singer David Tao (Tao Zhe), who is on a global tour, will arrive in Beijing next month.
Tao Zhe was born into a musical family. His father is an expert in Western pop music while his mother is from a family famous for playing Peking Opera. This probably explains why Too approaches pop music from a unique angle (角度), which separates him from the average pop singer.
With the song "Forever Love You" as the theme of the concert, Tao will share his love and ideas for life and music with his fans.
Time: 7: 30 p. m. , September 10
Place: Capital Gymnasium, Baishiqiao Lu
Tel: 6835-4055
◆4. Army artist: An exhibition featuring artist Li Shaozhou's personal and meticulous (注意细节的) style of painting will be held at the National Art Museum of China.
Born in Henan Province, Li showed strong interests in art during his childhood, and was a specialized artist in the army.
The exhibition will present 65 paintings of modern figures, birds and flowers that he has made over the past decade, during which he has formed his own style by absorbing other painting techniques.
Time: 9 a. m. ~ 5 p. m., August 23 ~ 29
Place: 1 Wusi Dajie
Tel: 8403-3500
Which advertisement will Michael be most interested in if he likes fairy tales?
A.Malan Flower. | B.Joyful jugglers. | C.Tour of love. | D.Army artist. |
What phone number should you dial for further information if you are a pop song fan?
A.6602-2530. | B.6502-3984. | C.6835-4055. | D.8403-3500. |
On which page do the above passages most probably appear in the newspaper?
A.Opinions. | B.Business. | C.Sports. | D.Listings. |
PRINT PRODUCTION MANAGER WANTED A well-known printing company, now well established in the UK and in the Far East, wishes to set up a manufacturing base in Europe. An experienced manager, responsible to the Production Director, is required to assist in setting up the department and will then take charge of the day-to-day work. The successful applicant will have had experience of modern methods and machines especially in the printing, multicolour work and finishing processes, he / she will have had at least three years’ experience in cost-effective management. A good working knowledge of English is essential. We offer excellent pay and prospects, with 4 week’s holiday a year plus public holidays, a company car, and a company pension scheme(养老金制度). Interviews will be arranged in the nearest city to applicant’s home. Write, with CV, to the Personnel Manager, Box 32507, Daily News, Kemsworth Street, Comston. United Kingdom SG186 37AH. |
ASSISTANT PRINT PRODUCTION MANAGER An internationally recognized printing company is seeking to set up a manufacturing plant in Europe. We are appointing an assistant (male or female) to our Print Production Manager. The job-holder will carry out duties involving the buying of paper and of finishing equipment, will liaise (联络) with the supervisors of the various production lines, and will assist the Production Manager. At least three years’ experience on one or more lines as well as supervisory experience is needed. A working knowledge of English is required to communicate with colleagues in the UK. We offer excellent pay, prospects, holidays, pension scheme, sick pay, etc. Write to the Manager, Box 3526. Broad Street, Northby, Millshire BK 57PX. |
Both the printing companies ______.
A.are well-known all over the world | B.require at least three years’ experience |
C.offer excellent pay and sick pay | D.prefer to hire a man manager |
According to the first advertisement, the applicant living in a small village will ______.
A.get in touch with the Personal Manager by telephone | |
B.get the result on TV | C.be interviewed in a city |
D.write to Box 3526 to get more information |
We can infer from the two advertisements that ______.
A.the companies want to do business in Europe and Far East. |
B.cars are necessary for the successful applicants. |
C.the companies haven’t got telephones to save money. |
D.applicants should write to the company first. |
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If you carry the Servicecard or the Cashcard, _______.
A.you can use it to guarantee things as you wish |
B.you can draw your money from cash machines conveniently |
C.you can spend as much money as you like without a limit |
D.you have to pay some extra money when you pay for services in the UK |
If you withdraw £200 from a cash machine abroad, you will be charged ______.
A.£4 | B.£4.5 | C.£5.25 | D.£5.3 |
Which of the following is TRUE about using your NatWest Credit Card?
A.You have to pay back with interest within 56 days. |
B.You will be charged some interest beyond two months. |
C.You can use the card in any shop across the world. |
D.You will gain one air mile if you spend £20 on traveller’s cheques. |
The purpose of the passage is to show you how to ______.
A.play your cards right | B.use your cards abroad |
C.draw cash with your cards | D.pay for goods with your cards |
Here is a poster on a middle school web site. Read the web-site poster. Then do Numbers 1 to 4.
Going, Going, Gone!
The Haynes Middle School Parent—Teacher Organization
invites you to attend our latest fund(基金)-raiser,
The Fourth Annual(每年一次的) Haynes School Auction(拍卖)!
Saturday, May 10
6:00 pm — 11:00 pm
in the school hall
6:00 pm — 6:30 pm: All items for auction are previewed.
6:30 pm — 7:00 pm: Silent auction begins.
7:00 pm — 7:30 pm: Highest bidders(出价人) from silent auction are determined.
7:30 pm — 11:00 pm: Main auction begins.
Items up for bid in the silent auction range in value from $ 5.00 to $ 30.00.
Items up for bid in the main auction include the following:
●Airline tickets to a place of your choice
●Weekend getaways at first-class hotels
●Season tickets to the Chicago Bears football game
●$ 50 gift tickets to local gift shops, restaurants, and salons
●Theater tickets to The Merchant of Venice
Don’t miss the boat! Book your tickets today.
Last year, tickets sold out in five days!
Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
$ 15.00 per person
All the money from the auction will be given to the Haynes School computer lab.
Which of the following is not mentioned as being up for bid at the auction?
A.A movie pass to the local cinema. |
B.A weekend stay at a hotel. |
C.A ticket to a restaurant. |
D.Airline tickets. |
The more items that are given or bought for auction, _______.
A.the less money that will be charged for the tickets to the auction |
B.the more money that can be raised to support the computer lab |
C.the faster the ticket will be sold to the auction |
D.the higher the value that will be placed on the items in the silent auction |
Which of the following is most likely to happen at the year’s auction?
A.The airline tickets will receive higher bids than any other item. |
B.All items up for bid will be sold for at least twice their value. |
C.More money will be raised this year than in any other year before. |
D.Tickets for the event will be sold out in less than one week. |
The phrase “first-come, first-served” tells you that _______.
A.people can buy the tickets on the first day only |
B.the person who is first to arrive will receive a ticket at no charge |
C.food and drinks will be served at the auction |
D.tickets are sold in the order of who arrives first to buy them |
THYSSEN ELEVATORS is one of the leading elevators companies in the world with more than 120 branch companies around the globe. GUANGDONG THYSSEN ELEVATORS LTD. In Zhongshan produces high-quality elevators. We are offering the following positions: ● Plant Manager Excellent Senior Engineer with experience in this field to manage our plant in Zhongshan ● Senior Engineers (Mechanical and Electrical) For production and Engineering Department, good command of Internet ● Junior positions For those who wish for success ● One purchaser(购货员) Preferably with experience in a mechanical engineering company and international markets ● Cost Accountant(会计) 5 years experience in mechanical factory costing, good knowledge in Office 95, CET level. For these senior level Positions, we expect preferable a university degree or an excellent job Record. 3-5 years of experience on the job and good command of English. If you are ready to work with us, we will offer attractive salary packet and bright future. THYESSEN GUANDONG THYESSEN ELEVATORS LTD LONGHCAN HUANCHENG Zhongshan(5284655) Guangdong Province |
(1) Secretary ● University graduate ● Good at English speaking, writing&translating ● Good PC knowledge and typing skill ● Pleasant character with good personal skill (2) Accountants ● College or university graduate ● Good command of English and PC operation ● Work experience (3) Production Trainees ● College or university graduate ● Food engineering/machinery or chemistry ● Good command of English ● 1-2 years experience in food factory ● Leadership ability and PC knowledge (4) Production workers ● Polytechnic school(中专) graduate ● Food technology or chemistry ● Knowledge of basic English ●1-2 years experience in food factory NESTLE DONGGUAN NESTLE COMPANY LTD |
If you don’t know how to use a computer, you had better ask for the position of _______.
A.a secretary in NESTLE | B.a production worker in NESTLE |
C.a senior engineer in THYSSEN | D.a cost accountant in THYSSEN |
From the passage we can learn that _______.
A.THYSSEN is a successful company with many branches |
B.NESTLE is a company only producing chemical products |
C.NESTLE asks for good command of English in every Position |
D.THYSSEN needs a senior sales manager to sell its products in Asia |
As a graduate from university this year, you can probably get a job as _______.
A.a cost accountant in THYSSEN | B.a purchaser in THYSSEN |
C.a secretary in NESTLE | D.an accountant in NESTLE |
TODAY, Friday, November 12
JAZZ with the Mike Thomas Jazz Band at The Derby Arms. Upper Richmond Road West, Sheen.
DISCO Satin Sounds Disco. Free at The Lord Napier, Mort lake High St., from 8a. m. to 8p. m. Tel: 682—1158.
SATURDAY, November 13
JAZZ Lysis at The Bull’s Head, Barnes. Admission 60p.
MUSICAL HALL at The Star and Garter, Lower Richmond Road, Putney, provided by the Aba Daba Music Hall company. Good food and entertainment fair price. Tel: 789—6749.
FAMILY night out? Join the sing-along at The Black Horse. Sheen Road, Richmond.
JAZZ The John Bennett Big Band at The Bull’s Head, Barnes. Admission 80p.
THE DERBY ARMS, Upper Richmond Road West, give you Joe on the electric accordion(手风琴). Tel: 789—4536
SUNDAY, November 14
DISCO Satin Sounds Disco, free at The Lord Napier, Mort Lake High Street, from 8 a. m. to 8 p. m.
FOLK MUSIC at The Derby Arms. The Short Stuff and residents the Norman Chop Trio. Non-remembers 70p. Tel: 688—4626.
HEAVY MUSIC with Tony Simon at The Bull, Upper Richmond Road West, East Sheen.
THE DERBY ARMS, Upper Richmond Road West, give you Joe on the electric accordion.
Where and when can you hear the Norman Chop Trio?
A.At the Bull’s Head on Sunday. |
B.At the Derby Arms on Sunday. |
C.At the Bull on Saturday. |
D.At the Black Horse on Saturday. |
Where and when can you hear the Mike Thomas Jazz Band?
A.At the Derby Arms on Friday. |
B.At the Black Horse on Friday. |
C.At the Star and Garter on Saturday. |
D.At the Derby Arms on Sunday. |
You want to enjoy the electric accordion on Saturday. Which telephone number do you have to ring to find out what time it starts?
A.789—6749. | B.789—4536. | C.682—1158. | D.688—4626. |
You want to spend the Saturday by joining the entertainment with your family. Where should you go?
A.Disco at The Lord Napier. |
B.The sing-along at The Black Horse. |
C.The electric accordion at The Derby Arms. |
D.Jazz at The Bull’s Head. |
You want to spend the same day at two different places and don’t want to cross any street. Which of the following is your best choice?
A.The sing-along at the Black Horse and Jazz at The Bull’s Head. |
B.The sing-along at The Black Horse and Folk Music at The Derby Arms. |
C.Folk Music at The Derby Arms and Heavy Music with Tony Simon at The Bull. |
D.Musical Hal lat The Star &Garter and Disco at The Lord Napier. |
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