【推荐2】Here are some recommendations for tourists to choose from.

Banff, Canada

Banff, located in the Rockies, has a view of tall mountains, deep valleys and lakes, making it the first town to become part of the country’s national parks. Tourists can enjoy its beauty by hiking, horse riding and boat trips. Banff was founded in 1883 while a railroad was in construction. It was the water springs that drew the engineers’ attention to the place as a settlement. With such a fantastic view, it’s no surprise that Banff hosts a number of cultural festivals.

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal, with the warmest winters of any major European city.

Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The former was built in the 16^th century as a symbol of Portugal’s Extraordinary Age and the latter is one of the greatest examples of the Portuguese late-Gothic style of architecture. The Lisbon Oceanaium is among Europe’s finest aquariums. The Museu Calouste Gulbenkian is among the best museums in Europe containing priceless artworks covering 4000 years from ancient Egyptian times to the late 20^th century.

Portland, US

Portland is frequently recognized as one of the world’s most environmentally-friendly cities because of its well-built pavements, large community of cyclists and convenient public transportation. Its climate is ideal for growing roses and it’s called the “City of Roses”. Besides, the seaport is also known as a city of beer: it has the largest number of beer breweries（啤酒厂）of any city in the world. Today’s Portland is better known for its music. It’s called “the capital of karaoke” and “one of the most exciting music scenes” in the US.

Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux attracts tourists with its rich cultural heritage, especially its wealth of architectural treasures. Besides the Cathedral of Saint Andrew dating back to 12^th century, the Basilica of Saint Michael is another one of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It took 200 years to build from 14^th to 16^th centuries. Other significant buildings include the Grand Theater built in 1780 in the new Classical style and the Stone Bridge built in 1821.

1. What may be the main reason for Banff to host a number of cultural festivals?

A．It’s the first town in the country’s national parks.

B．It provides impressive view with its natural beauty.

C．It provides horse riding, winter sports and boat trips.

D．Its water springs drew engineers to build a railway here.

2. What can we know about Lisbon?

A．Lisbon enjoys the warmest winters of all European cities.

B．The Lisbon Oceanaium is recognized as the world’s finest aquarium.

C．The Museu Calouste Gulbenkian is one of the largest museums in the world.

D．Jeronimos Monastary is typical architecture of the Portuguese late-Gothic style.

3. What’s Today’s Portland best known for?

A．Karaoke bars and music.	B．Ideal climate for roses.
C．Well-built walkways.	D．Convenient public transportation

4. Which city will probably appeal to an architect most?

A．Banff.	B．Lisbon.
C．Portland.	D．Bordeaux.

5. Where are tourists likely to be impressed by UNESCO World Heritage Sites?

A．Banff and Portland.	B．Lisbon and Bordeaux.
C．Portland and Bordeaux.	D．Lisbon and Banff.

【推荐3】

THE REMARKABLE ROCKS area must-see on Kangaroo Island

accessible by air and ferry from the Australian mainland

Hop on new Kangaroo Island trail

for five-day adventure

It sounds like an amusement park.Or a portion of a zoo reserved for marsupials(有袋动物). But Kangaroo Island(KI), 30 minutes by air from Adelaide in South Australia, is just the opposite. Much of the island remained inaccessible to visitors until this year.Opened to the public in May, the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail, a nearly 38-mile, fie-day hike, ushers adventurous trekkers on a botanically distinctive immersion into the islands' south-west side.

Footers can expect to walk roughly four to seven hours a day, passing colorful flower, splendid sugar gum tees and massive native plant life. In this timeless setting, they'll likely sport kangaroos, goanna lizards and spiny echidna. From cliff rims， they'll overlook the Southern Ocean， where sharks lurk and schools of salmon cluster in flower like, protective formations.

The trial includes 4 camping areas,each outfitted with 24 tent platforms :12 for self-guided walkers and 12 for tour operators,who also can arrange options off the trail.

Independent trekkers pay about$124to do the walk; the cost includes the parking at the Flinders Chase visitor center ,and a trail guide and map.

KI is accessible both by air and by ferry ;www.tourkangarooisland. com.au

--Chicago Tribune/TNS

1. According to the passage, Kangaroo Island is special for      .

A．camping sites	B．kangaroos
C．an amusement park	D．natural beauty

2. On the island the visitors can        .

A．feed wild animals

B．visit the Remarkable Rocks

C．choose from 12 tent platforms

D．take a boat on the Southern Ocean

【推荐2】In many countries around the world, more and more people live in cities. Cities share many similar things, but are also different from country to country.

MEXICO

Mexico s cities are modern but have many traditional Indian and Spanish things. The most important buildings are around a central square, which is also a place to meet with friends. There are outdoor marketplaces, where people can find almost anything they need. On Sundays, parks are popular places for families. Many people move to Mexico City from the countryside. It has a lot of excitements, but also lots of traffic and air pollution.

JAPAN

Japan s cities also have a mix of traditional and modern things. There are tall office and apartment buildings as well as traditional wooden houses. Many people would like to live near the center of cities, but because houses there are too expensive, they have to take public buses or trains from faraway places. Traffic, pollution, and crowds are problems. However, there is little crime, and even very crowded cities have many parks and gardens.

AUSTRALIA

Although 80% of Australians live near cities, the cities are not as large as those in some other countries. Most people live in houses in the outer area of the cities—not in apartment. The areas also have their own churches, schools, and shopping centers. In large cities, like Sydney, the areas are often far from the center town. Though many people take public buses and trains to work, traffic is slow and there are many traffic jams.

1. People in Mexico can go to ________ to get what they need.

A．outdoor marketplaces	B．the central square
C．the park	D．the countryside

2. Many Japanese people prefer to live in the center of the cities but they can’t because ________.

A．it is too crowded to live there	B．houses there are too expensive
C．they like taking buses or trains	D．it’s too noisy to live there

3. What makes the cities in Australia different from other cities in the world?

A．Many people like to live in apartment in city areas.

B．Many people like to live in outer areas around cities.

C．Lots of people like to live in the center of large cities.

D．The traffic is very slow and there are always traffic jams.

【推荐3】Do you know how to plant a tree？Once you’ve chosen a tree，you’ll need to prepare your place for planting．

Planting the Tree

Dig a hole a foot deeper than and twice as wide as the root ball of the new tree．loosen the soil at the bottom and sides of the hole，so roots will be able to easily enter the soil．

Gently remove the tree from the container and guide the tree into the hole．Build soil up and around the roots if necessary，so the tree is at the same soil level as it was originally grown．

Straighten the tree in the hole．Before you begin filling，have someone view the tree from several directions to confirm that the tree is straight．You should fill the hole with existing soil that has been mixed with rich materials．At this time you can also add bone meal and then water the tree．

Caring for the Tree

Caring for the tree once it is planted is an important step so you should provide regular watering．Always feel the soil before watering，as over-watering can also harm the tree．When soil is dry below the surface of the covering，it’s time to water．You will probably need to water at least once a week．Continue until mid-fall，when lower temperatures call for less-frequent watering．

When to Plant a Tree

Now that you know how to plant a tree，the next step is deciding when to plant．Spring and fall are generally the best times to plant a tree．This gives the tree time to adjust（调整）before summer heat or winter cold arrives．In areas without cold winters，trees may be planted during the winter．

1. Which of the following is one of the suggestions for planting a tree？

A．Making the tree straight in the hole．

B．Watering the tree as much as possible．

C．Filling the hole with soil without anything．

D．Planting the tree in winter．

2. What can we learn from“Caring for the Tree”？

A．It is necessary to keep the soil in the hole from getting dry．

B．It isn’t very important to care for it after the tree is planted．

C．It is very important to make sure that the soil in the hole is dry．

D．It is necessary to water the tree frequently in lower temperatures．

3. Why are spring and fall the best times to plant trees？

A．Both seasons don’t have much rain．

B．It is easy to dig holes in both seasons．

C．Trees can grow fast and well in both seasons．

D．Trees have time to prepare to pass the following hard times．

【推荐1】Do you know what a castle is? A castle is a building special to Europe. Castles were built in the Middle Ages by king and other powerful people who live in. Castles were used by people to protect themselves from their enemies. They are big buildings made form stone and wood.

Today there are still castles all over Europe. Some are in ruins. But some built later are still in good repair and used even today. One example is Windsor Castle, which is a home to the British queen. It is in the country or Berkshire, not far from London.

Castles have walls around them. In the old days, soldiers would stand on the walls to guard the people in the castle. If enemies came they would shoot arrows and throw stones at them. Castles also had moats. A moat is a river around the wall that makes it difficult for enemies to get in. It could be either dry or filled with water.

Other people from younger countries love European castles. In the US there are rich people who have brought broken parts of castles to their country and rebuilt them. And some people build “replica” castles — modern copies of Castle.

You probably know the Disneyland Castle in California, US. But did you know it is based on a famous castle in Germany built by King Ludwig Ⅱof Bavaria?

1. Which of the following is TRUE about the castle?

A．It is a special American building.

B．It is made from stone and paper.

C．Only king used to live in it.

D．People used it to protect themselves.

2. We can tell from the story that a moat is _______.

A．a wall	B．a soldier
C．a river	D．a stone

3. According to the passage we can know that_______.

A．there are castles only in some European countries now

B．in the US, there used to be castles in the Middle Ages

C．in the US, the people rebuilt the old castles or build the modern ones

D．the Disneyland castle is built in Germany

4. What does the passage mainly talk about?

A．The history of Windsor castles.	B．Facts about castles.
C．The king and the castles.	D．How to build castles.

【推荐2】Seasonal city breaks: 4 of the best pre-Christmas European getaways to start your festive spirit

Zagreb, Croatia

The Croatian capital takes the Christmas seriously, with sweet decorations, outdoor concerts and a traditional Christmas market. Most of the action is centred on Ban Josip Jelacic Square, which has a history of more than 3 centuries, and European Square. The two squares have market stalls (货摊) and live music performances given by popular musicians.

The recommended hotel: President Pantovcak — Doubles: ₤200, (a parent and a kid with a 10% discount)

Malaga, Spain

Start your day at the Casa Aranda before diving into the Atarazanas Market. In the afternoon, take your pick of the city’s cultural spots — the Picasso Museum, or the Centre Pompidou Malaga. Then head to Calle Marques de Larios, the main shopping drag, at dusk when the Christams lights are switched on: the sight attracts visitors from all over Spain.

The recommended hotel: Room Mate Larios — Doubles: ₤250 (a parent and a kid with a 20% discount)

Le Touquet, France

From 30 November, the trees lining the avenues of this city are decorated with fairy lights, and there are facilities (设施), like a skating spot and horse-drawn carriage rides. The pedestrianized street Rue St. Jean is lined with stores selling everything from chocolates to jewellery. Join the locals in gathering cheese at the Marche Couvert and wines at the excellent Le Touquet- Vins.

The recommended hotel: Hotel Brisol — Doubles: ₤180, (a parent and a kid with a 10% discount)

Aarhus, Denmark

Head to the Latin Quarter for independent stores, cafes and a great Christmas market. Shop for Scandi homeware (家居用品) and fashion on Stroget, the city's important shopping street, before heading to the rooftop of the historic Salling Department store, for a glass of wine with views of the city, lit up for Christmas.

The recommended hotel: The Mayor Hotel — Doubles: ₤200, (a parent and a kid with a 20% discount)

1. What can we know about Ban Josip Jelacic Square and European Square?

A．They have a very long history.

B．They offer concerts and stalls.

C．They are attractive to those fond of quietness.

D．They are the most attractive places in Zagreb.

2. When night approaches in Malaga, Spain, visitors are advised to visit ________.

A．The Casa Aranda	B．the Picasso Museum
C．Calle Marques de Larios	D．the Atarazanas Market

3. Which hotel mentioned above costs the least for a parent with a kid?

A．President Pantovcak.	B．Room Mate Larios.
C．Hotel Bristol.	D．The Mayor Hotel.

【推荐3】Reasons Every Teen Should Go To Summer Camp

＃1 Improve Interpersonal Skills & Form Close Friendships

In a world where anyone can look up a fact and where machines are replacing even complex workplace tasks, employers need employees who can interact effectively with other people. This is one of the most important skills teens learn at camp. In the non-competitive camp culture, teens build up their “emotional intelligence” (EQ), their face-to-face communication and relationship skills.

＃2 Experience Character Development and Develop Life Skills

Teens develop other important life skills at camp, including independence, responsibility, and decision-making. Teens grow considerably in environment away from their parents where they are forced to live on their own and find their own resources.

＃3 Meet Positive Role Models

Walk into any well-run summer camp and you’ll be surrounded by wholesome, outdoorsy young people. Camp offers teens the opportunity to be among young adults who are positive role models and to form close relationships with them. Most camp counselors are hard-working college students who want to serve others. Aren’t they just the kind of young adults you want your teen to become?

＃4 Discover Their Best Self

Camp experiences offer teens the chance to step back from the tiring task of academic and competitive sports and instead think about what’s important to them. Many campers become less self-absorbed after spending a few weeks at camp, learning to train their focus on others. They discover new hobbies and avenues to pursue in education and their future careers.

1. What can teens acquire in the camp to meet their future career?

A．Computer competence.	B．Communication skills.
C．Adventurous spirit.	D．Academic quality.

2. Which of the following best describes camp counselors?

A．Committed.	B．Ambitious.
C．Humorous.	D．Demanding.

3. What change can camp experiences bring to many campers?

A．Preferring non-competitive culture.

B．Becoming positive role models.

C．Focusing more on academics competition.

D．Finding more suitable future career choices.

【推荐1】2020 Journalism Workshop

Learn print,radio,television,digital

Washington,DC area high school students are invited to apply to the Washington Association of Black Journalists' annual Urban Journalism Workshop. WABJ has been guiding the next generation of journalists since 1986 through this program. UJW was started by longtime Chicago Tribune and St. Louis Times Dispatch reporter George Curry and former Washington Post reporter Athelia Knight. During the workshop, students learn the fundamentals of print, radio, TV and digital journalism. Current and former professional journalists with The Washington Post，NPR and other media companies volunteer to teach participants. A scholarship is offered for qualifying seniors.

● Sessions are held for eight continuous Saturdays from 29 February—18 April；9 am—4 pm.

● Scholarship criteria includes an essay, stories produced in the workshop, class attendance and participation in all eight sessions.

● High school students, all classifications, in the greater DC area are encouraged to apply.

Students should contact UJW Coordinator Trina Williams at ujwdc @ aol. com for details or check with their high school advisers.

To download an application, read more about available scholarships or learn about the Urban Journalism Workshop, visit www. ujwonline. org, or contact: UJW Coordinator Trina Williams at ujwdc @ aol. com.

Applications and required materials must be received by Friday, 31 January 2020.

1. What can be learned if the students join the workshop?

A．The management of the UJW.

B．The basic skills of digital journalism.

C．The classification of electronic devices.

D．The qualities of environmental journalists

2. Which date is suitable for participants to attend the workshop?

A．Saturday, 11 April.	B．Wednesday, 18 March .
C．Wednesday,29 January.	D．Saturday,22 February.

3. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?

A．Sports.	B．Education.
C．Science.	D．Entertainment.

【推荐2】Many of the Earth's creatures die because of humans' choices. These choices have nothing to do with food or shelter or anything else that helps humans survive. What kills millions of animals all over the world is that humans want to make money by doing so.

People use parts of animals for everything from hats to handbags, from jewelry to ashtrays and to make powders that supposedly improve a person's life. Deciding that a species is endangered and protecting it by law are not always enough. People who kill wildlife illegally rarely get caught.

During the late 1980s, saving elephants became a popular cause. Wildlife protection groups made sure everyone saw pictures or films of elephants with their faces cut off for their ivory. These groups also proved that certain populations of elephants were decreasing. As a result, most people stopped buying objects made of ivory. Laws against poaching (偷猎) were made stronger. Many countries made importing ivory illegal. Killing elephants for their Ivory became more risky and less profitable (有利可图的).

However, concern for certain species will become weak after a while. In the late 1970s, people protested (抗议) against the killing of seal babies. Everyone was shocked to see young seals being killed in their icy habitat. The cruel activity stopped. But ten years later, the number of seal babies killed was higher than ever.

Other animal protection movements have come and gone, such as saving the whales and protecting dolphins. The whale population appears to have increased for now. And the laws are finally changed in America to protect the dolphins that swim with tuna fish in parts of the Pacific Ocean.

In the years to come, people's attention will probably turn to some other endangered species. Plenty of them urgently need attention. During this time, will the elephants be forgotten?

1. What leads to the disappearance of millions of wild animals?

A．The growing human population.

B．Humans’ hope for making a fortune.

C．Humans’ too much need for wild food.

D．Not having enough laws on wildlife protection..

2. What can you infer from the text about what happened in the late 1980s?

A．Wildlife protection groups did make great efforts.

B．Importing ivory in all countries is illegal.

C．Those who killed elephants all got caught.

D．Hunting was completely not allowed.

3. Why are seal babies mentioned in Paragraph 4?

A．To show the effort to protect seal babies.

B．To show an increasing number of seal babies.

C．To show the decrease of worry about certain species.

D．To show people’s protest against the killing of seal babies.

4. What does the author mean by using the underlined sentence?

A．Humans should choose some rare animals to protect.

B．Attention must be paid to saving some endangered wildlife.

C．Success has been achieved in quite a few cases of wildlife protection.

D．Concern and movements for animal protection should be always kept.

【推荐3】In a new study, 186 four-year-old kids were given regular carrots and, on other lunch days, they were given the same vegetables renamed X-ray Vision Carrots. On the latter days, they ate nearly twice as many.
The study suggests the influence of these names might persist. Children continued to eat about 50 percent more carrots even on the days when they were no longer labeled as anything special.
The research, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, was presented at the annual meeting of the School Nutrition Association in Washington, D.C..
“Cool names can make for cool foods,” said the lead author Brian Wansink of Cornell University. “Whether it be ‘power peas’ or ‘dinosaur broccoli trees’, giving a food a fun name makes kids think it will be more fun to eat. And it seems to keep working — even the next day,” Wansink said.
Similar results have been found with adults. A restaurant study showed that when the Seafood Filet was changed to Romantic Hawaii, sales increased 28 percent and taste rating increased by 12 percent. “Same food, but different expectations, and a different experience,” said Wansink, author of “Mindless Eating: Why We Eat More Than We Think.”
The study was conducted in pre-schools, but the researchers believe the same naming tricks can work with children at home.
“I’ve been using this with my kids,” said researcher Collin Payne, “Whatever sparks(激发) their imagination seems to spark their appetite.”
1. Those four-year-old kids ate ________ when the carrots were renamed X-ray Vision Carrots.

A．twice more carrots	B．nearly double carrots
C．about 50 percent more carrots	D．as many carrots as they used to

2. According to the passage, _______ make(s) kids think it will be more fun to eat.

A．power peas	B．dinosaur broccoli trees
C．fun names of food	D．cool foods

3. The restaurant study didn’t show that ________.

A．sales increased 28 percent when the name Romantic Hawaii was taken

B．taste rating increased by 12 percent after the Seafood Filet was renamed

C．same food would let people have a different experience with different names

D．the researchers got similar results when they work with children at home

4. The purpose of the passage is to tell us ________.

A．people prefer food with cool names

B．how to name the food which kids eat

C．how to help kids eat in a healthy way

D．kids often imagine when they eat food