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    STEM is short for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Strengthening STEM education is vital to preparing kids to compete in the 21st century economy, because kids' success is driven not only by what they know, but by what they can do with what they know. As a result, it's more important than ever for youth to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to solve tough problems, gather and evaluate evidence, and make sense of information. The following camps provide the skills needed to succeed in the highly competitive society.

    Steve & Kate' s Camp

    December 26th to January 24th

    Steve & Kate's Camp was founded on the belief that when you trust kids, they learn to trust themselves, and develop creative confidence that will help them unleash (突然释放) their true potential. It offers a safe, judgement-free environment where kids can be themselves, explore their passions and make a few mistakes along the way.

    Phone:415-389-5437

    App Camp

    February 16th to March 28th

    Asheville School is offering a unique app camp experience for teenagers across the US and abroad who are interested in learning how to make exciting new apps for the iPhone and iPad. Students will learn about Apple's Swift programming language and learn Apple's new AR technology.

    Phone:828-254-6345

    Game Camp Nation

    April 17th to June 9th

    Use your child's energy for video games to fuel their future, strengthen self-confidence and make new friends. Creativity, Critical thinking & Communication: We emphasize the 3Cs needed for success in today's media-driven world. Hands-on projects spark curiosity. Our groups are intentionally kept small, and our staff encourage the kinds of peer interaction that easily make friends.

    Phone:619-446-6495

    Camp Motor-sport

    August 10th to October 7th

    For the camper who loves to hear those famous words "Start your engines!" Camp Motor-sport offers exciting motor-sport focusing on summer camp programs for girls and boys aged 9 to 17. In addition to gaining valuable seat time, campers get hands-on experience with the STEM aspects of automotive design. When not driving, Camp Motor-sport still has all the fun campers expect including a private lake with swimming, boats, and gaga ball just to name a few.

    Phone:888-836-1212

1. （1） Which camp will you choose if your kid has a long Christmas vacation?

   A . Game Camp nation. B . Camp Motor-sport C . Steve Kate's Camp. D . APP Camp.
3. （2） If interested in programming, the kids can choose ________.

   A . Steve & Kate's Camp B . APP Camp C . Game Camp Nation D . Camp Motor-sport
5. （3） What number will you call if your kid wants to have much fun in the camp?

   A . 415-389-5437. B . 828-254-6345. C . 619-446-6495. D . 888-836-1212.
7. （4） What do Steve Kate's Camp and Game Camp Nation have in common?

   A . They both make learners become confident. B . They both appeal to learners full of curiosity. C . They are both popular with programming language learners. D . They are both free of charge for teenagers all around the US.
9. （5） The passage is written to ________.

   A . motivate teenagers to prepare for the competition B . share information on how to spark kids' curiosity C . help teenagers compete successfully in society D . attract parents to enroll their kids in the camps