There have been fires in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living. Some bears have been seen since the fires, and the Office has asked for young people to help count them.
The entire trip will last three hours. Bookings necessary.
Cost: Free When: May 8
Trip 2 Garland Valley
Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a beautiful area of the Blue Mountains. Garland Valley is close to the town of Garland but is part of the National Park. Many wild animals live in this area, including many rare birds. This is a great walk for bird-lovers. The trip lasts four hours. Bookings necessary.
Cost: ＄ 15 When: May 8, May 15
Trip 3 Flashlight Adventure
Put on your warm clothes, bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses, and come for a night walk along the Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. Many of the animals you will see on this trip can only be seen at night. The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see. Numbers are strictly limited on night trips, so be sure to book early. This walk lasts two and a half hours.
Cost: ＄ 12 When: May 8, May 15, May 22
Equipment to be needed:
·Please bring enough water and food for all walks.
·Wear good walking shoes--no high heels.
·Wear a hat for day walks.
·Dress warmly for night walks.
·Children must be with an adult.
·Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks.
·Follow all instructions from guides during the walks. The mountains are a dangerous place.
Bookings:
·Bookings for the above trips can be done by telephone (893 - 4847) or on the Internet at (www. bluemountaintour, com)
1. Where are these trips?
| A．In a large city. | B．In a park in the mountains. |
| C．In a special zoo. | D．In three different countries. |
| A．Good walking shoes. | B．A pair of glasses. |
| C．Food and water. | D．A sleeping bag. |
| A．Adventure Travel in America |
| B．Hunting around the Great Mountains |
| C．Discovery Trips in the Blue Mountains |
| D．Interesting Trips in the East of the USA |
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Hearst Castle is a park on the central California coast and a National Historic Landmark. It was designed by Julia Morgan for William Randolph Hearst from 1919 until 1947. In 1957, the owner donated the fortune to the state of California. Since that time, it has been a state historic park where its large collection of art and antiques are open for public tours. Despite its location far from any urban center, the site attracts roughly one million visitors per year.
Guided Tours
•Tour One is recommended for first time visitors. It now includes the movie, Hearst Castle Building the Dream.
•Tour Two gives visitors a closer look at the main house’s upper floors, Mr. Hearst’s private suite, the libraries, and the kitchen.
•Tour Three looks at the Castle’s North Wing, guest rooms and guest house Casa Del Monte.
•Tour Four includes the impressive gardens and grounds, the largest guesthouse, the wine basement, and the Hidden Terrace.
•The evening tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as one of the Hearst’s own visitors might have.
Ticket Prices
Hearst Castle accepts VISA, Master Card, American Express and Discover. Free day use parking is available for automobiles, motorcycles, tour buses and recreational vehicles.
| Tours | Adult | Ages 6－17 |
| Tour 1 | $24 | $12 |
| Tours 2,3 or 4 | $24 | $12 |
| Evening tour | $30 | $15 |
* Children under 6 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Reservation(预订) Information
While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Center upon arrival, tour reservations can be made online now or by calling 18004444445,see below for times.
| Reservation Call Center Hours | ||
| Dates | Monday－Friday | Saturday－Sunday |
| March－September | 8 am－6 pm | 8 am－6 pm |
| October－February | 9 am－5 pm | 9 am－3 pm |
Visit www.hearstcastle.org for more information.
1. If you are quite interested in wine，which tour will you choose?
| A．Tour Two. | B．Tour One. |
| C．Tour Four. | D．Tour Three. |
| A．$36. | B．$60. |
| C．$48. | D．$75. |
| A．At 8 am on Monday in February. |
| B．At 6 pm on Saturday in October. |
| C．At 7 pm on Friday in September. |
| D．At 9 am on Sunday in March. |
【推荐2】Perth to Broome overland
Running: February 1 through April 30
Highlight:
Explore the Pinnacles Desert
Sandboard down the sand dunes of Jurien Bay
Discover the diverse scenery at Kalbarri National Park
Visit the rare and beautiful Shell Beach
Make friends with the dolphins at Monkey Mia
Relax and explore at Coral Bay
With the overland truck tour Perth to Broome overland, you have an 11-day tour package taking your from Broome and through Perth, Australian and eight other destination in Australian.
What’s included: Accommodation, expert guide, meals, transport (coach, trails).
Not included: International flights; insurance.
Adelaide to Alice Springs tour
Running: May 5 through August 28
Highlight:
See Australia’s incredible Lake Eyre
Explore opals in Coober Pedy
Visit a Kangaroo orphanage (孤儿院)
Experience Australia’s red center, Uluru
With the overland truck tour Adelaide to Alice Springs tour, you have a 7-day package taking you from Adelaide to Alice Spring and through Adelaide, Australian and seven other.
What’s included: Accommodation, expert guide, meals, transport.
Not included: International flights; insurance
Brisbane to Cairns adventure
Running: October 1 through December 20
Highlight:
Wade (跋涉) through rainforests and relax on beaches
Explore Fraser Island with a jeep ride
Watch the sun set as you sail the Whitsundays Islands
Make life-long bonds and party the night away in the town Cairns
Go diving on the Great Barrier Reef
With the adventure tour Brisbane to Cairns adventure, you have a 10-day tour package taking you from Brisbane to Cairns and through Brisbane, Australia and fie other destination in Australia.
What’s included: Accommodation, expert guide, meals, transport (air conditioned coach with WiFi in most regions)
Not included: International flights; insurance; other activities
Ultimate Oz tour
Running: November 1 through December 10
Highlight:
Enjoy a bonfire party, beachside
Take on a Sydney Harbor boat cruise
Try your hand at sandboarding
Go to a Sydney pub
Start and end in Sydney! With the discovery tour Ultimate Oz tour, you have an 8-day tour package taking you through Sydney, Australia and other three destination in Australia.
What’s included: Accommodation, expert guide, meals, transport
Not included: International flights; insurance
1. What can you do only on Perth to Broome overland?| A．Walk through a rainforest. | B．Play with dolphins. |
| C．Go sandboarding. | D．Visit a kangaroo orphanage. |
| A．Perth to Broome overland | B．Adelaide to Alice Springs tour |
| C．Brisbane to Cains adventure | D．Ultimate Oz tour |
| A．It offers the best price. | B．It has the longest travel time. |
| C．Tourists may go diving. | D．Tourists can party on the beach. |
| A．Expert guides and transport. | B．International flights. |
| C．Insurance. | D．WiFi service. |
【推荐3】I was hungry because after a full day of exploring the German town, I ate only a pizza. I’m comfortable travelling through a country where I don’t speak the language, but I would almost rather go hungry than sit in a restaurant eating alone.
After wandering around the town for hours, I finally chose an Italian restaurant that seemed friendly enough. I know I like traditional German food, but a plate of spaghetti for only six euros (欧元) was not to miss. So I nervously entered. As I stood there, I noticed all the happy families and friends eating together. The hostess found a small table for me next to the front entrance.
“Great,” I thought, “now people can look at this friendless traveller as they enter.” Then I started to wonder how many of the customers might mistake me for the hostess and how much this would interrupt my meal. Then a woman, whose name is now lost to memory, invited me to have dinner with her and her family. I couldn’t believe it! This was the German friendliness I had read about.
I walked to their table. I can be quite shy when talking to new people. I also started to wonder how this would work. The meal began awkwardly. The woman’s two children mostly stared at me.
Fortunately, the parents spoke enough English and I knew a little German. I came into this restaurant afraid of eating alone and I ended up happily.
1. The author chose an Italian restaurant instead of a German one probably because ________.| A．the author didn’t like German food |
| B．the food in the Italian restaurant was cheap |
| C．the Italian restaurant was popular in the town |
| D．the German restaurants in the town were closed |
| A．happy | B．angry | C．disappointed | D．surprised |
| A．couldn’t speak any German |
| B．was outgoing and enjoyed talking to people |
| C．had an enjoyable dinner with the family |
| D．didn’t like to travel in a foreign country |
| A．To share her experience in Germany. |
| B．To encourage readers to travel in Germany. |
| C．To explain why Germans are friendly. |
| D．To express thanks to the German family. |
【推荐1】Conservation Volunteers for Endangered Animals
►Overview
The program in Australia is meant for all those animal lovers who want to volunteer abroad for a meaningful cause and contribute effectively towards the well-being of the native animals. Being a volunteer, you’ll get to work at a rescue center or a shelter, which has lots of animals in care at any given time.
►Program Requirements
Volunteers must be 18 years or older, with an open mind and a flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. The program is open to all and you do not need any necessary qualifications to join it. Participants should be prepared to work outdoors and should be fit and healthy. Volunteers must note that this is a hands-off project and you are not allowed to touch animals unless given specific permission.
►Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities
As a volunteer for this program, your daily activities may consist of:
☆preparing food for the animals
☆cleaning the animal enclosures (围场)
☆keeping the project grounds clean and tidy
►During Your Free Time
Volunteers can choose to spend time in Gladstone or explore some of the interesting things to do in the surrounding areas. The Great Barrier Reef is a good choice for volunteers to do a dive course or a liveaboard (船宿). Only minutes from the project location is Gladstone’s famous natural landmark — Mount Larcom. It is commonly referred to as the “lion mountain” because it looks like a lion and a lioness which are facing each other. At the heart of the city is Goondoon Street, where volunteers can explore the Library Square, the site of the city’s monthly produce and arts and crafts market.
1. What is required for the participants of the program?| A．Having related volunteer experience. |
| B．Being brave to touch rare animals. |
| C．Being in good physical condition. |
| D．Working effectively under varied situations. |
| A．Join the animal rescue directly. | B．Provide animals with food. |
| C．Build the animal enclosures. | D．Raise money for endangered animals. |
| A．it looks like a pair of lions. | B．it is a habitat for lions. |
| C．it shows respect to lions. | D．it protects endangered lion species. |
【推荐2】A Guide to Milan，Italy
GETTING THERE
From Malpensa Airport,it’s about 50 kilometers drive west to Milan. From Orio al Serio Airport,it is about 45 kilometers east to Milan.
WHERE TO EAT
Bon Thon Bistrò
Tel:390236588600
Try burgers,pizzas,and regional fish. Must–try: the “spaghetti vongole e bottarga”,£15.95.
WHERE TO STAY
Leonardo B&B
Tel:390236587758
Jeanette and Richard Hyde welcome guests to Leonardo B&B proud of four rooms with comfortable beds. The tastefully decorated holiday house has a private terrace (阳台). All guests can use the 13.5m ×6m swimming pool. Rooms from £78 per night. Holiday house starts from £530 per week and also offers long-term lets (出租) out of season.
WHERE TO VISIT
Museo del Novecento
Tel:390236582769
Learn about the life and artwork of Milan through exhibition (展览) and films. Open by appointment from January to September and from 3: 00 p. m. to 6: 30 p. m.
La Rinascente
Tel:390236584387
This friendly shop carries various regional products. It is the best destination for shopping after visiting local sights. Everyone who goes shopping in Milan will come here to have a look.
1. Which number should visitors dial to get information about food?| A．390236588600. | B．390236587758. |
| C．390236582769. | D．390236584387. |
| A．It provides four comfortable beds. | B．It offers long–term lets in season. |
| C．It opens the pool to all guests. | D．It charges only £78 per night. |
| A．At 3: 00 p. m. , December 1st. | B．At 5: 00 p. m. , March 23rd. |
| C．At 9: 00 a. m. , July16th. | D．At 6: 00 a. m. , October 9th. |
| A．can visit an exhibition | B．should make an appointment |
| C．should pay £15.95 for the ticket | D．can buy various regional products |
● Recognizes the “global community”.
● Has close connections with practical research.
● Much of the teaching is done in small discussion groups.
About the Course
The course focuses on the complex relations between nation states. It will provide more opportunities to study specific issues such as relationship among countries in the European Union, third world debt, local and international disagreement, and the work of international bodies such as the United Nations, the European Union, NATO, and the World Bank.
The course applies theories to the working of the international system with close attention to particular countries. It provides students with a better knowledge of ways to solve international problems.
Related Course
BA (Hons) Community Management
BA (Hons) Public Policy and Management
Employment Possibilities
International organizations
International business
Earth Science Key Features
● Based on key courses and the latest research findings.
● Pays much attention to practical skills.
● Offers chances for fieldwork.
About the Course
The demand and competition for natural resources is becoming an increasingly serious problem for the future of mankind. Graduates in Earth Science will play an important role in meeting this demand, and in how these natural resources will be used.
The course covers geography and geology. You will carry out fieldwork in the UK and possibly abroad, and in your final year complete a research project in an area of interest to you.
Related Course
BSc (Hons) Geography
BSc (Hons) Geology
Employment Possibilities
Mineral, oil, water or other related engineering industries.
1. After taking the course of International Studies, students will _______.| A．know how to settle problems between countries |
| B．have a greater ability to discuss theories |
| C．become practical and open-minded |
| D．be able to find good jobs in any international organization |
| A．are first-year college students | B．have not yet chosen their courses |
| C．want to study in the UK | D．are interested in practical study abroad |
| A．In a TV quiz program. | B．In a government website. |
| C．In a guide book. | D．In an ad. |
【推荐1】After the first two people reached Mount Everest in 1953, an average of 12 people a year followed in their footsteps .In 2023 more than 1, 200 people attempted the climb, with 655making it to the top. What was once an “almost deadly” effort is “the new Ironman sport”, argues Will Cockrell, in his new book Everest, Inc.
High-tech equipment and better understanding of the impact of high altitudes(海拔) have brought new appeals to Everest. Everest offers a physically and mentally demanding test for those climbers eager to challenge themselves.
Actually what accounts most for the rising number of climbers is that the Everest mountaineering industry has been right in place. For a fee—between $35,000 and $110, 000—even green hands could be on top of the world. In 1985, climber Dick Bass reached the top at 55, creating a media trend and encouraging tour companies to meet the demand. Then guided expeditions(探险) were growing rapidly.
But in 1996, Jon Krakauer, an American writer, joined one failed expedition. A destructive storm struck, but the guides delayed turning climbers around. Three guides and two climbers died. Later, in a bestseller, Into Thin Air, Mr Krakauer argued that Everest had become a high-end tourist trap. He blamed the guides for their wrong judgment. Many businesses assumed that the book would block them, Instead, fascination with Everest rocketed. In the industry depending on local labor, westerners hired more Nepalese to help.
More people are reaching the top, but more are unfortunate: 18 people were killed in 2023, the highest-ever number. Nepalese authorities say climate change has caused more extreme weather. Mr Cockrell argues that there was no fault on the part of the firms. He advises that Nepali guides consider themselves just in the logistics (后勤)business and generally leave decisions of safety to clients. But inexperienced climbers are bad at this. The disaster in 1996 just showed that even guides get these decisions wrong. Both of them should know well about how to climb Everest safely.
1. Why are the numbers listed in paragraph 1?| A．To encourage people to climb Everest. |
| B．To prove no mountain can’t be climbed. |
| C．To remind Everest climbers of the danger. |
| D．To show climbing Everest is well-received. |
| A．The more mature climbing routes. |
| B．The advanced climbing equipment. |
| C．The enhanced knowledge of climbing. |
| D．The rise of Everest mountaineering industry. |
| A．More job opportunities were offered. |
| B．Guides were punished for their faults. |
| C．Enthusiasm for Everest became stronger. |
| D．Climbing Everest became an expensive trap. |
| A．Lack of knowledge of safety. | B．The guides’ irresponsibility. |
| C．Increasing extreme weather. | D．Absence of logistics support. |
