阅读理解 Travelling with kids isn't always easy, but it's always fun. If you are considering abandoning the camping holiday this year. Why not visit one of Europe's famous cities instead? Here are Europe EHIC Services Limited's top picks. Barcelona, Spain BarceIona is sure to be well loved by younger visitors. The city streets are filled with street performers who swallow fire and juggle swords. If your kids enjoy a challenge, they may even enjoy a bird's－eye view from the top of the Mirador de Colom. Barcelona even has the Museum of Chocolate which your children will jump at the chance to taste. Berlin, Germany Berlin has sights for adults and children in equal measure. With Legoland Discovery Center, Aqua Dome and the Berlin Zoo, the city will not be lacking in choices for your kids. Berlin also has plenty of child-friendly transport, parks and plenty of delicious dishes. Amsterdam, Netherland It's easy to jump on a canal or bus tour in Amsterdam in order to prevent tired little feet. If you have confident cyclists in the family, you can rent a bike and paddle around the city instead. The Tropenmuseum is a popular favorite as the roof top turns into a beach in the summer months. Reykjavik, Iceland This city is perfect for kids of all ages. They will love the natural wonders that the city has to offer, such as the hot springs. The Northern Lights, whale watching and trying on Viking armor（盔甲）will also create unforgettable memories for your kids. No matter where you decide to take your kids on holiday, it's important that you all have valid and in-date European Health Insurance Cards. Don't leave yourself or your kids unprotected; apply for your EHIC today.

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Rome can be pricey for travelers, which is why many choose to stay in a hostel ( 旅社 ). The hostels in Rome offer a bed in a dorm room for around

$25 a night, and for that, you'll often get to stay in a central location (位置) with security and comfort.

Yellow Hostel

If I had to make just one recommendation for where to stay in Rome, it would be Yellow Hostel. It's one of the best-rated hostels in the city, and for good reason. It's affordable, and it's got a fun atmosphere without being too noisy. As an added bonus, it's close to the main train station.

Hostel Alessandro Palace

If you love social hostels, this is the best hostel for you in Rome. Hostel Alessandro Palace is fun. Staff members hold plenty of bar events for guests like free shots, bar crawls and karaoke. There's also an area on the rooftop for hanging out with other travelers during the summer.

Youth Station Hostel

If you're looking for cleanliness and a modern hostel, look no further than Youth Station. It offers beautiful furnishings and beds. There are plenty of other benefits, too; it doesn't charge city tax; it has both air conditioning and a heater for the rooms; it also has free Wi-Fi in every room.

Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes

Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes is located just a 10-minute walk from the central city station and it's close to all of the city's main attractions. The staff is friendly and helpful, providing you with a map of the city when you arrive, and offering advice if you require some. However, you need to pay 2 euros a day for Wi-Fi.

(1) What is probably the major concern of travelers who choose to stay in a hostel? A. Comfort. B. Security. C. Price. D. Location.

(2) Which hotel best suits people who enjoy an active social life? A. Yellow Hostel. B. Hostel Alessandro Palace. C. Youth Station Hostel. D. Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes.

(3) What is the disadvantage of Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes? A. It gets noisy at night. B. Its staff is too talkative. C. It charges for Wi-Fi. D. It's inconveniently located.

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POETRY CHALLENGE

Write a poem about how courage, determination, and strength have helped you face challenges in your life.

Prizes

3 Grand Prizes: Trip to Washington, D.C. for each of three winners, a parent and one other person of the winner's choice. Trip includes round-trip air tickets, hotel stay for two nights, and tours of the National Air and Space Museum and the office of National Geographic World.

6 First Prizes: The book Sky Pioneer:A Photobiography of Amelia Earhart signed by author Corinne Szabo and pilot Linda Finch.

50 Honorable Mentions:Judges will choose up to 50 honorable mention winners, who will each receive a T-shirt in memory of Earhart's final flight.

Rules

Follow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification.

■Write a poem using 100 words or fewer. Your poem can be any format, any number of lines.

■Write by hand or type on a single sheet of paper. You may use both the front and back of the paper.

■On the same sheet of paper, write or type your name, address, telephone number, and birth date.

■Mail your entry to us by October 31 this year.

(1) How many people can each grand prize winner take on the free trip? A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Six.

(2) What will each of the honorable mention winners get? A. A plane ticket. B. A book by Corinne Szabo. C. A special T-shirt. D. A photo of Amelia Earhart.

(3) Which of the following will result in disqualification? A. Typing your poem out. B. Writing a poem of 120 words. C. Using both sides of the paper. D. Mailing your entry on October 30.

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OPENINGS AND PREVIEWS

Animals Out of Paper

Yolo！Productions and the Great Griffon present the play by Rajiv Joseph，in which an origami（折纸术）artist invites a teenage talent and his teacher into her studio. Merri Milwe directs. In previews. Opens Feb.12.（West Park Presbyterian Church，165 W.86th St.212-868-4444.）

The Audience

Helen Mirren stars in the play by Peter Morgan，about Queen Elizabeth II of the UK and her private meetings with twelve Prime Ministers in the course of sixty years. Stephen Daldry directs. Also starring Dylan Baker and Judith Ivey. Previews begin Feb.14.（Schoenfeld，236 W.45th St.212-239-6200.）

Hamilton

Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical about Alexander Hamilton，in which the birth of America is presented as an immigrant story. Thomas Kail directs. In previews. Opens Feb.17.（Public，425 Lafayette St.212-967-7555.）

On the Twentieth Century

Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher star in the musical comedy by Betty Comden and Adolph Green，about a Broadway producer who tries to win a movie star's love during a cross-country train journey. Scott Ellis directs，for Roundabout Theatre Company. Previews begin Feb.12.（American Airlines Theatre，227 W.42nd St.212-719-1300.）

(1) What is the play by Rajiv Joseph probably about?. A. A type of art. B. A teenager's studio. C. A great teacher. D. A group of animals.

(2) Who is the director of The Audience? A. Helen Mirren. B. Peter Morgan. C. Dylan Baker. D. Stephen Daldry.

(3) Which play will you go to if you are interested in American history? A. Animals Out of Paper. B. The Audience. C. Hamilton. D. On the Twentieth Century.

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