You can either travel or read, but either your body or soul must be on the way. Traveling, just like reading, is a refreshing journey, a temporary rest from the busy world. Here are 3 books we recommend that you take on your trip.
1. Destination: US
Recommended book: On the Road, 1957, by Jack Kerouac
The book is a globally popular spiritual guide book about youth. The main character in the book drives across the US continent with several young people and finally reaches Mexico. After the tiring and exciting trip, the characters in the book begin to realize the meaning of life.
The book can be a good partner accompanying you to explore the United States.
2. Destination: Sahara Desert, North Africa
Recommended book: The Stories of the Sahara, 1976, by Sanmao
The book tells us the author's simple but adventurous life in the Sahara Desert, which seems a wild and dull place. The natural scenery and life there will inspire you to explore the land.
Reading the book is like having with the author, who is sincere and humorous.
3. Destination: Japan
Recommended book: The Chrysanthemum (菊) and the Sword, 1986, by Ruth Benedict
The chrysanthemum is in the heraldry (纹章图案) of the Japanese royal family. And the sword is a symbol of Japanese warrior (武士) culture. The book is regarded as an introduction to learning about Japan and a must-read classic to get to know Japan, with its deep analysis of Japanese cultural tradition and national characteristics.
1. Which book is suggested to him if your friend wants to travel around the America?| A．On the Road. | B．The Stories of the Sahara. |
| C．The Chrysanthemum and the Sword. | D．Life is Elsewhere. |
| A．It introduces the relations between chrysanthemum and sword. |
| B．It helps readers to learn something about Japan. |
| C．It was written by a Japanese writer. |
| D．It is a book that Japanese must read. |
| A．To advertise three travel guidebooks. |
| B．To arouse readers' interests in reading books. |
| C．To recommend three books you can take on your trip. |
| D．To introduce three novels. |
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【推荐1】Here’s our reading list to make your 2022 happier, brighter and more creative.
Disconnected and Literary Almanac
Emma Gannon’s latest book Disconnected explores how we stay human in an online world —perfect for anyone who’s starting to feel like their relationship with the internet and social media is off balance. And if you’d just like to read a little more, Francesca Beauman’s Literary Almanac will see you right through the year.
Stronger and Running Like A Girl
Poorna Bell’s Stronger is such a brilliant personal exercise story and it will have you questioning everything you know about women and strength. And the classic —Running Like A Girl —is still a hugely inspiring book that will make you want to pull your trainers on before you’ve finished chapter two.
Urban Wild and The Way Back
After two years of being stuck indoors, we’re feeling the need to get back to nature. It can be tricky to know where to start, especially if you live in an urban area. Urban Wild by Helen Rook is out in February and full of positive suggestions to help you discover wildness on your doorstep. The month-by-month format is a great tool for discovery and will tell you exactly what to look out for each season. Melinda Salisbury’s The Way Back is such a lovely, gentle guide to help us find our way back to nature.
Your Story Matters and The Artist’s Way
Nikesh Shukla’s new book about writing —Your Story Matters —is out on March 17 and it’s full of writing prompts and inspiration to help you start your own stories. Julia Cameron’s classic The Artist’s Way turns 30 this year. It’s sold over 4 million copies around the world, and with exercises and ideas for weekly “artist dates” to take yourself out on, it’s exactly the book you need to unlock your creativity.
1. What is the book Disconnected about?| A．How to rid Internet addiction. |
| B．How to step into social media. |
| C．How to make friends on the Internet. |
| D．How to keep human nature in the network age. |
| A．They are both about exercise. |
| B．They are both inspiring books. |
| C．They are both about going back to nature. |
| D．They both have you questioning about women’s strength. |
| A．Urban Wild. | B．The Artist’s Way. | C．Running Like A Girl. | D．Literary Almanac. |
Opening times
Water sports: 9 am-5 pm
Play Park: 10 am-4 pm
Entrance / Car park fees
Low season: Weekdays £2.00 per car
Weekends £3.00 per car
High season: 23 July-11 September
Weekdays and weekends £4.00per car
One-day adventure (冒险) course
This is a chance you have been waiting for. Come and try sailing, climbing and surfing. This course is trying to introduce outdoor activities to adults in a fun way. You do not need to be very fit or to have had experience of the activities. All you need is to be interested.
Play Park
The Play Park is suitable for children from 2to 10 years of age. It is one of the best of its type in the country. It has sand and water play, a large ball pool, play castle and much, much more.
Group day and weekend courses
We also offer day and long weekend courses for groups. We receive regular visits from schools and colleges. There are three large rooms with twelve beds in each, which can be booked beforehand for groups of up to 36people (12 at least).
Summer adventure holiday (for 8 -14 years of age)
Safety is of great importance at the Outdoor Centre. All our workers are fully trained in first aid, and able to teach the activities on offer. We also make certain that all children only take part in activities that are suitable for their age and physical abilities. For this programme children must be able to swim 25metres and be in good physical health.
1. How much should a family driving two cars pay when entering the centre in August?| A．£2.00. | B．£4.00. |
| C．£6.00. | D．£8.00. |
| A．Summer adventure holiday. | B．One-day adventure course. |
| C．Play Park. | D．Group day and weekend courses. |
| A．be in good physical health |
| B．be pupils |
| C．have rich experience |
| D．have interest in outdoor activities |
| A．25. | B．10. |
| C．38. | D．50. |
| A．can stay overnight if they want | B．can do any sport they are interested in |
| C．should have a knowledge of first aid | D．should have basic skills in swimming |
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1. How many pairs of leather dress shoes does the first customer own?| A．Four. |
| B．Three. |
| C．Two. |
| D．One. |
| A．Customer 1. |
| B．Customer 2. |
| C．Customer 3. |
| D．Customer 4. |
| A．They are made to last. |
| B．They make him feel more comfortable. |
| C．They make him attractive. |
| D．He got to know his wife while buying them |
【推荐1】Los Angeles is great, but sometimes you need a change. If you only have one day to spare, consider one of these quick day trips from Los Angeles to some amazing nearby destinations.
Palm Springs
If you want to exercise, check out the Indian Canyons that offer hiking trails (路线) and different attractive views. If relaxation is your goal, shop at the stores in Cabazon, or just sit by the pool. You can see works of famous artists including Picasso and Warhol in the Palm Spring Art Museum but the works are not for sale.
Solana Beach
It’s easy to get there from L. A. by train. And it’s a perfect way to day-trip because all the places are within walking distance of the station. Head down to the beach at Fletcher Cover or walk along the Cedros Design District for window shopping.
Balboa Island
Visitors can enter the man-made island by car, but it’s far easier and more fun to park your car on the Balboa Peninsula and take the boat for a quick trip across the water. Walk along Marine Avenue, the island’s main street. Here you’ll find plenty of restaurants, gift shops, and you can learn some local history in Island Museum.
San Juan Capistrano
A piece of California history and an old town make San Juan Capistrano an unusual day-trip destination with a lot of beauty and a little learning. If you have your heart set on getting up close with some animals, pay a visit to Petting Zoo. You can also learn some local history in the museum that is perfect for a walking tour.
1. What can you do in Palm Spring?| A．You can taste some snacks. | B．You can have different travel experiences. |
| C．You can see some beautiful lakes. | D．You can buy some famous artworks. |
| A．Those who plan to visit museums. | B．Those who enjoy taking boat trips. |
| C．Those who want to communicate with artists. | D．Those who prefer visiting local attractions on foot. |
| A．Play exciting water sports. | B．Spend time watching animals. |
| C．Learn some facts about the local history. | D．Shop at fashionable shopping centers. |
【推荐2】Argosy Christmas Ship Festival
Seattle
December 1— December 23, 2018
The Argosy Christmas Ship Festival is ship-to-shore holiday celebration that has become a local Northwest tradition. Aboard the Christmas Ship, some of the finest Norwest choirs sing holiday greetings. These performances are broadcast via speakers to bonfire(篝火)sites and to other boats participating in the parade.
Holiday Island Lights Festival
Friday Harbor, Sand Juan Island
December 1 —December 31, 2018
An island-wide holiday tradition that includes local businesses decorating contest, a tree lighting ceremony on December 4 with shops staying open until 7:00 pm. On December 11 a Lighted Boat Parade starts the evening, to be followed by the Santa ship coming into Friday Harbor for the children, shops staying open until 7:00 pm. December 18-19 Roche Harbor’s Christmas Festival begins at 3:00 pm and will include artists booths, Victorian Carol singing, story telling, theater and dining.
Christmas Lighting Festival
Leavenworth
December 4 – December 19, 2018
This old-fashioned Lighted farm Implement (器皿) Parade, which expressed its admiration for the Yakima Valley’s agricultural heritage, including entries with up to 35,000 lights decorating the tractor, plow or thresher! Pre-parade activities include a Christmas Tree Ceremony and other special entertainment before the parade. Join us and you’re sure to enjoy the carolers dressed in traditional turn-of-the-century attire(服装) as they wander throughout the Downtown area.
Holiday with Lights
Federal Way
December 10, 2018 —January 1, 2019
With over a million twinkling lights displayed throughout the park, your heart will be filled with cheer and the spirit of the season! There will be holiday light displays, festive music and strolling carolers, visit Santa, enchanted village rides, and much more.
1. Which of the following festival lasts the longest?| A．Argosy Christmas Ship Festival | B．Holiday Island Lights Festival |
| C．Christmas Lighting Festival | D．Holiday with Lights |
| A．Seattle | B．Leavenworth | C．Friday Harbor | D．Federal Way |
| A．Astonished. | B．Tired. | C．Fresh. | D．Happy. |
【推荐3】Are you attracted to faraway places? Do you prefer a vacation away from other tourists? Are you careful to take only memories and to leave only footprints? If you answered yes to more than one of these questions, you just might be an ecotourist (生态旅游者).
Ecotourists are people who want to experience the natural world without damage and leave it that way when they return home. This started in the 1990s and ecotourism is now growing three times faster than the tourism industry at large. The Ecuador’s remote Amazon Basin (盆地) is leading to that enlarging, and it gives a snapshot of what ecotourism looks like.
At the Ecolodge, a small group of small houses sits Kapawi Ecolodge in the middle of the Achuar people’s reserve (保护区) and is only reached by air. From here, visitors can explore parts of the Amazon rainforest seen by few outsiders. As they do local Achuar guides explain how the forest is like their supermarket, where they find food, clothing, medicine and tools. As a result, tourists learn to enjoy the local culture as well as the natural environment.
The owners of Kapawi pay monthly rent to the Achuar people, but they also train the community to run and manage the lodge. They have agreed on a plan to turn the operation over to the Achuar completely by 2011. The owners are working to make ecotourism benefit and empower the local people.
You probably won’t start your own ecolodge (生态旅馆), but you can be an ecotourist if you follow these guidelines: Protect the environment; Support local businesses; Respect the local customs and traditions.
The world is full of fascinating places to visit. As an ecotourist, you can enjoy them yourself and make sure that they remain beautiful for future generations as well.
1. According to the text, the ecotourists should be __________.| A．those who like to go to their travelling places by hiking |
| B．those who like an easily-remembered natural environment |
| C．those who prefer a natural world which is what it used to be |
| D．those who prefer unique natural environment of cultural relics |
| A．Idea. | B．Chance. | C．Purpose. | D．Adventure. |
| A．reach there by air | B．live in the Achuar reserve |
| C．explore the Amazon rainforest | D．see many travelers from outside |
| A．the Kapawi Ecolodge owners are the Achuar in favor of ecotourism |
| B．the owners of Kapawi encourage tourists to enjoy the Achuar culture |
| C．the Achuar people have gained a lot by collecting money from ecotourists |
| D．the Kapawi Ecolodge will continue to run and manage the hotel after 2011 |
【推荐1】English in Action
Kingswood Camps leads the way in integrated (综合的) language and activity camps. Set in holiday locations that UK young people love to visit, all our camps combine quality English teaching with an action-packed programme of sports and activities.
Through mini projects using research and thinking skills, we aim to build confidence and develop the language skills needed in real-life situations.
The programme is filled with fun, excitement and activities. You never have time to be bored at Kingswood Camps!
Our activities are great chances for international students to make new friends from Britain and around the world. You can speak English all day while you swim, surf, go climbing or horse riding.
Our teachers are hand-picked for their teaching ability and friendly, outgoing personalities. They always take the time to explain things carefully and to bring the language to life. Whether you are at beginner level or already quite fluent, the daily English lessons help you to understand the kind of practical language that is used in everyday situations.
Experience even more by upgrading (升级) your stay with a Specialist Holiday. Pick a favourite hobby or try something completely new and spend a minimum of 15 hours a week focusing on your chosen activity, sharing your hobby with like-minded friends. Choose from Surf Schools, Water Sports, Football Academy, and Dance.
From trips to historic cities and the bright lights of London, to famous museums and a spot of shopping, we have exciting short journeys covered. One full day and one half day short journeys are included in your programme.
Whether you are travelling al one or in a group, you can choose to be met or arrival in the UK. We will then transport you safely to your camp.
1. What is special about Kingswood Camps?| A．It is the world's leading indoor camp. |
| B．It aims to help children know the UK. |
| C．It offers educational and exciting activities. |
| D．It requires students to speak perfect English. |
| A．UK young people. |
| B．International students. |
| C．New friends. |
| D．Teachers. |
| A．What Kingswood Camps' aim is. |
| B．What activities Kingswood Camps has. |
| C．What the teachers and lessons are like. |
| D．How you can get to your camp. |
| A．Get language training. |
| B．Enjoy your favourite hobby. |
| C．Develop your teaching ability. |
| D．Make a journey to historic cities. |
| A．To introduce a camp. |
| B．To invite people to visit Britain. |
| C．To advertise several trips to London. |
| D．To present interesting activities in the UK. |
【推荐2】Bored? Lonely? Out of condition? Need to relax? Why not try the Sports Center?
Tennis
Indoor and outdoor courts. Coaching from beginners to advanced learners. Children only. Mornings.
Skiing
Gentle slopes (坡) . Instructors of three levels at weekends and on Fridays. Daytime practice. Eight years old upwards.
Swimming
Two pools, heated, Olympic length.
Women: Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Men: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Children: Saturdays.
Golf
Nine-hole practice course. Professional coaching. Lessons must be booked in advance in daytime. Evening practice. Nine years old upwards.
Gymnastics
Children aged 5— 10: 4 pm— 6 pm, Mondays and Wednesdays.
Children aged 10— 18: Friday evenings.
And Many More
Table tennis, snooker and darts (掷镖游戏) .
Center open: 10 am— 10 pm daily.
Interested? Please call 800-1234-5678 to know more details.
1. How many sports events are mentioned in the text?| A．5. | B．6. | C．8. | D．9. |
| A．Children can play tennis in the afternoon. |
| B．People over 20 can also do gymnastics. |
| C．Children at any age can play golf in the center. |
| D．Men and women swim in the center separately. |
| A．To show some ways to spend weekends. | B．To introduce a place to relax ourselves. |
| C．To tell some events in a sports meet. | D．To give people some ideas to plan a holiday. |
【推荐3】Best Sleep Music Apps
If you’re in search of a better night’s sleep, trying a sleep music app might be the answer. Here are some sleep music apps to choose from.
Calm
Calm has an impressively large library of relaxation and sleep-causing sounds. It stands out for providing the latest collection of modern music from popular artists. This app offers a free version, but to really take advantage of what Calm has to offer, you had better choose the paid version, which costs $69.99 for one year. A lifetime membership is $399.99.
Headspace
Headspace is an app designed in the simplest way that makes it quick and easy to use its library of sleep-specific music, so it is friendly to the aged. Helpful suggestions point out features like how to set a timer without making you feel the app difficult to use. Headspace only costs $39.99 yearly.
Relax Melodies
Relax Melodies is designed to calm your mind with relaxing sounds. “Discover” page helps you find some app features, like bedtime stories and breathing exercises. Though its free version provides a great introduction to the idea of sleep music, the paid version unlocks a larger library of sounds. It only costs $49.99 yearly or you can pay $8.99 a month.
Pzizz
One thing that sets Pzizz apart is its voice narration (旁白), with male and female options available. Usually, the voice is low and calm. If you find the presence of a voice to be comforting or benefit from someone helping you to relax your mind and body, then Pzizz is suitable for you. Monthly costs for it are $7.99, yearly $49.99 and lifetime $249.99.
1. Which app would you recommend to your grandparents?| A．Calm. | B．Headspace. | C．Relax Melodies. | D．Pzizz. |
| A．They offer physical exercises. | B．They include collections of modern music. |
| C．They provide free service. | D．They introduce users to a large library. |
| A．Create the voice narration you like. | B．Chat with someone before sleep. |
| C．Listen to low and calm music. | D．Listen to the voice you like best. |
