For tourists holding the Barcelona Card, the information below will be useful if you plan to admire some artworks or architectures there.
·Sagrada Familia
Opening hours: October — March: 09:00 — 18:00;
April — September: 09:00 — 20:00
Admission: $11, or $10 with the Barcelona Card
The project’s vast sale and its special design have made it one of Barcelona’s top tourist attractions for many years.
·La Pedrera
Opening hours: November — February: 09:00 — 18:30;
March — October: 09:00 — 20:00
Admission: $9.50 (Save 20% with the Barcelona Card)
It is a unique modernist building made of bricks and colorful tiles (瓦). Visitors can see the amazing 800 square meters attic (阁楼) with 270 brick arches that give you a feeling that you are walking inside the skeleton of a whale.
·Barcelona FC Museum
Opening hours: 6th April4th October: 10:00 — 20:00; the rest of the year: 10:00 — 18:30
Admission: $8.50 for entry to the museum and $17 for a guided tour
When you buy your ticket you have two options: a ticket for the museum to see the football stadium or a special one for $15 where you get to see the stadium and the scenes at the club.
·Picasso Museum
Opening hours: Check the website for details as they vary depending on the time of the year
Admission: $9 for main exhibition — extra for special showings (Save 50% with the Barcelona Card)
The museum has arranged Picasso’s paintings from his early days to his final works. Arranging the paintings in this way gives you a fascinating insight into the development of Picasso.
1. What do we know about the tourist attractions mentioned in the passage?| A．Picasso Museum offers only one exhibition. |
| B．Barcelona FC Museum may attract football fans. |
| C．La Pedrera is well-known for its colorful material. |
| D．Sagrada Familia is the largest building in Barcelona. |
| A．$25.5 | B．$32 | C．$34 | D．$42.5 |
| A．The Barcelona Card is a must for visiting them. |
| B．They are all famous for their architectural styles. |
| C．Their opening hours are changeable in different seasons. |
| D．Visitors can have a discount of 20% with the Barcelona Card. |
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【推荐1】With its wonderful coastline and many historic sites, Croatia is the ideal destination for the family wishing to combine beach with a bit of culture.
BEST TIME TO GO
High season for Croatia is from July to August but the Croatian coast is wonderful from spring on. Swimming is generally possible from May to September when the sea is still around 23°C. But if you arrive in April, you may enjoy Carnival in Rijeka.
COST
Croatia is still reasonably inexpensive as a Mediterranean destination, but prices go up in July and August. Privately-run rooms are also often a better bet than hotels, which tend to be unfriendly. If you haven’t made a reservation, the local tourist offices or travel agencies will be able to help. There is usually a 30% discount for stays longer than three nights. The agencies offer a very reasonable deal on a flight plus car hire.
GETTING AROUND
Croatia is a small country; it only takes a few hours at most to travel from one region to another. It might be worth staying in one place for the whole holiday and doing day trips. The buses, rather than the trains, reach the places of great distance.
1. When is Croatia most visited?| A．In May. | B．In September. | C．In July. | D．In April. |
| A．They tend to be unfriendly. |
| B．They offer a 30% discount. |
| C．They charge a little more in winter. |
| D．They arrange flight plus car hire at good price. |
| A．A book review. | B．A science report. |
| C．A travel magazine. | D．A diary. |
【推荐2】2021 Admission Guide for International Students of Beijing Foreign Studies University
About BFSU Enrollment
BFSU enrolls international students into full-time degree programs. Degree programs include bachelor’s programs, master’s programs and PhD programs. BFSU grants BFSU diplomas to the students who meet the requirements for graduation by the designated deadline, and degree certificates to those who meet the requirements of the degree programs. BFSU enrolls both liberal arts students and science students from all over the world.
Semester
At Beijing Foreign Studies University, each academic year is divided into spring and autumn semesters. Autumn semester often starts in September and ends in January next year, while spring semester usually lasts from February till July. Exact starting and finishing dates of each semester are subject to BFSU academic calendar.
Degree Programs
Bachelor’s programs
Duration: 4 years. Students will be awarded diplomas upon successful completion of required courses, the thesis, and the oral defense of the thesis. Those who fulfil the requirements for bachelor’s degree will also be awarded a degree certificate.
Master’s programs
Duration: 2 or 3 years, depending on the major. Students will be awarded diplomas and certificates for master’s degree after acquiring all credits, finishing the thesis as well as the oral defense of the thesis.
PhD programs
Duration: 3 years. Students will be awarded diplomas and certificates for doctoral degree in the case of acquiring all credits, certain achievements in scientific research, and finishing the PhD dissertation as well as the oral defense of the thesis.
1. How long does each academic year usually last?| A．About 6 months. | B．About 5 months. |
| C．About 10 months. | D．About 12 months. |
| A．All programs need students to study for the same period of time. |
| B．Both Chinese and foreigners can apply for the degree programs. |
| C．All programs require students to fulfil an oral defense of the thesis. |
| D．Those who get diplomas must be awarded degree certificates. |
| A．Full-time PhD degree programs will be provided. |
| B．Students should study for three years to be qualified for the degree. |
| C．PhD programs enroll both liberal arts and science students. |
| D．Students should gain certain achievements in scientific research. |
【推荐3】If you're traveling with kids in London, many London hotels have special services and features to help the family holiday, offering services to kids as well as games, bike hire and free ice cream!
Athenaeum
The fivestar Athenaeum is a fantastic family hotel，particularly with the addition of its kids' services. Even before you arrive, they'll be in touch to make sure your kids have their favorite DVDs, treats and anything else to keep them happy. And they can arrange your perfect family activities, from bike hire to theater tickets.
Novotel
Novotel's family rooms are designed to accommodate two adults and two children. Accommodation and breakfast are free for under16s(up to two staying in their parents' room)．You can also enjoy a late checkout at 5 p. m. on a Sunday, and while you lie in, the kids can entertain themselves with the Cartoon Network.
Chessington Safari Hotel
At Chessington Safari Hotel, kids will love staying in an African adventurethemed room, having breakfast, overlooking the animals of the Wanyama Reserve, watching familyfriendly movies and getting into the theme park before it opens.
The Ritz
Kids at The Ritz are treated just as well as their parents, if not better! Children can enjoy computer games and DVDs, free ice cream and their own bathrobes and slippers. Under16s can stay for free in their parents' bedroom, depending on the room type.
Marlin Apartments
Marlin Apartments operate more than 700 serviced apartments in London. Apartments are all within five minutes' walk of the Tube(Good for tired little legs！) with flat screen TVs, fully equipped kitchens and free WiFi. One or two bedroom family apartments have extra room for folding beds in the living area.
1. Before you check in Athenaeum，________．| A．you should ask about the kids' services |
| B．you can buy bikes and order theater tickets |
| C．you will be asked about what your kids like |
| D．you must arrange your family activities |
| A．Athenaeum | B．Chessington Safari Hotel |
| C．Novotel | D．The Ritz |
| A．you can enjoy the best service in London |
| B．you can enjoy free ice cream |
| C．you can have an extra room for free |
| D．you can surf the Internet free of charge |
【推荐1】The Maldives guarantees the whitest sand beaches and an unforgettable underwater world. Here are places that you can visit here.
Patins Maldives, Fari Islands
The Fari Islands sit in the northeast of the North Male Atoll, a 45-minute speed boat ride or a 15-minute seaplane flight from Elana International Airport.
Unlike most of the other places on this list, Patina recently opened so you can check in right now if you’re in need of an urgent escape.
Avani+Fares Maldives Resort
Just a 30-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport, the Avani+Fares Maldives Resort sits on an island surrounded by a lagoon in the west of the resort.
Unique and remarkable biodiversity can be found in its coral reefs, sea grass beds and mangroves. Watch out for hawksbill turtles, rays and friendly reef sharks.
Villa Haven
If you’re a deep-sea diver, this place will provide a luxurious base as you explore the resort’s many experiences.
Their botanical gardens produce coconuts, tropical fruits, vegetables and herbs that will all be served up in Villa Haven’s restaurants, while sustainable local materials are also being used in the construction of the resort.
Conrad Maldives Rangali
The twin-island property boasts some firsts including the world’s first ever undersea restaurant and first underwater bedroom.
To mark the resort’s anniversary, 50 over-water villas have been revitalized, as have three restaurants and bars. Brand new additions include an adults-only gym, Majaa Explorers Hub and restaurants and the Furaavaru Teens Club.
1. Which one is most likely to go to Patina Maldives, Fari Islands for travelling?| A．Lily, a student majoring in marine biology. |
| B．Justine, a cook designing a menu of seafood. |
| C．Tom, an overseas student on a tight schedule. |
| D．Alice, a retired professor looking for relaxation. |
| A．Have dinner in the undersea restaurant. | B．Admire the botanical gardens. |
| C．Go on a speed boat tour. | D．Work out in the gym. |
| A．Villa Haven. | B．Conrad Maldives Rangali. |
| C．Patina Maldives, Fari Islands. | D．Avani+Fares Maldives Resort. |
| A．The Fari Islands are a 15-minute seaplane flight from the mainland. |
| B．Conrad Maldives Rangali is equipped with the undersea restaurant. |
| C．The tropical fish shop and ordinary diving center are accessible in Villa Haven. |
| D．Sustainable materials are used in the building of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort. |
【推荐2】The only way to travel is on foot. The past ages of man have all been carefully labeled by anthropologists. Descriptions like “Palaeolithic (旧石器时代) Man”, “Neolithic (新石器时代) Man”, etc., neatly sum up whole periods. When the time comes for anthropologists to turn their attention to the twentieth century, they will surely chose the label “Legless Man”. Histories of the time will go something like this: in the twentieth century, people forgot how to use their legs. Men and women moved about in cars, buses and trains from a very early age. There were lifts and escalators in all large buildings to prevent people from walking. This situation was forced upon earth dwellers of that time because of miles of travelling each day. But the surprising thing is that they didn’t use their legs even when they went on holiday. They built cable railways, ski-lifts and roads to the top of every huge mountain. All the beauty spots on earth were spoiled by the presence of large car parks.
The future history books might also record that we were deprived of the use of our eyes. In our hurry to get from one place to another, we failed to see anything on the way. Air travel gives you a bird’s-eye view of the world—or even less if the wing of the aircraft happens to get in your way. When you travel by car or train a blurred image of the countryside constantly flashes by the windows. Car drivers, in particular, are forever obsessed with the urge to go on and on: they never want to stop. Is it the lure of the great motorways, or what? And as for sea travel, it hardly deserves mention. It is perfectly summed up in the words of the old song: “I joined the navy to see the world, and what did I see? I saw the sea.” The typical twentieth-century traveler is the man who always says “I’ve been there.” You mention the remotest place-names in the world like EI Dorado, Kabul, Irkutsk and someone is bound to say “I’ve been there”—meaning, “I drove through it at 100 miles an hour on the way to somewhere else.”
When you travel at high speeds, the present means nothing: you live mainly in the future because you spend most of your time looking forward to arriving at some other place. But actual arrival, when it is achieved, is meaningless. You want to move on again. By traveling like this, you suspend all experience; the present ceases to be a reality: you might just as well be dead. The traveler on foot, on the other hand, lives constantly in the present. For him traveling and arriving are one and the same thing: he arrives somewhere with every step he makes. He experiences the present moment with his eyes, his cars and the whole of his body. At the end of his journey he feels a delicious physical weariness. He knows that sound. Satisfying sleep will be his: the just reward of all true travellers.
1. Anthropologists label nowaday’s men “legless” because ________.| A．people prefer not to use their legs |
| B．people own cars,buses and trains |
| C．lifts and escalators prevent people from walking |
| D．there are a lot of transportation devices |
| A．people’s focus on living in the future | B．a pleasure in travelling in car or by ship |
| C．satisfying drivers’ great thrill for speed | D．a basic necessity of life to cover a distance |
| A．People’s sights decline because of modern equipment. |
| B．In traveling at high speed,eyes become useless. |
| C．People can’t enjoy any view on their way of travel. |
| D．People often take a nap during the trip. |
| A．Travel more,or your leg may become weaker. |
| B．Modern transportation will make the world a small place. |
| C．Use your eyes before you choose the means of travelling. |
| D．The best way to travel is on foot for you to sense its beauty. |
【推荐3】Do you want to visit Warwick Castle in Britain? Warwick is a friendly and a memorable experience with something for all ages. Easily accessible by car, bus, train, cycling or on foot, it is surrounded by historic buildings and numerous attractions.
Ticket Prices & Offers
Look at our online offers, Warwick-castle.com is the only place to purchase the Ultimate Castle and The Castle Dungeon Ticket at the best price.
Online bookings must be made 24 hours before you visit. Please note that Admission to The Castle Dungeon is NOT included with Standard online or on the day tickets. There are limited Dungeon tickets available, and only from Warwick-Castle.com. Please book in advance to guarantee your Castle Dungeon experience.
One Day Tickets
Booking online is the best way to get your tickets for Britain’s Ultimate Castle. Save 20 % and skip the ticket queue when you arrive – it couldn’t be easier!
If you’re not sure when you want to visit then don’t worry – you can still book a Flexi Ticket – valid (有效的) for any day that the castle is open during 2022.
| One Day Tickets (except the Castle Dungeon) | ||
| Ticket Types | On the day | Online Price |
| Adult | £ 19.95 | £ 14.36 |
| Child(4~6 years old) | £ 11.95 | £ 9.56 |
| Senior(more than 60 years old) | £ 13.95 | £ 11.16 |
| Student | £ 12.95 | £ 10.36 |
| Disabled Child | £ 5.00 | £ 4.00 |
| The Ultimate Family Ticket (2 adults + 2 children) | £ 55.00 | £ 47.00 |
Important notes on ticketing
Please note that if you wish to visit the Castle using an on-the-day promotional voucher (票券), your Dungeon experience can be prebooked by calling 0870 442 2375.
An extra fee (£1.50) applies to all bookings made online and via telephone – one fee per booking. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Group rates are available for groups of more than 10 people. Group tickets can be booked by calling 0870 442 2371 or online. Online bookings must be made 24 hours before you visit.
1. If you hope to visit Castle Dungeon, you should ________.
| A．buy the ticket in person | B．dial 0870 442 2371 |
| C．book the ticket from Warwick-Castle.com | D．book the ticket two days in advance |
| A．£ 55.00 | B．£ 48.50 | C．£ 47.00 | D．£ 37.60 |
| A．a newspaper | B．a magazine | C．a geography book | D．a website |
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| Saturday, 17th March Today I got my dream job in New York! However, it’s far away from my home town and I’ve never visited New York before. Yesterday I took the train here and one of my workmates met me at the railway station. Then he showed me to the company. There they had a welcome party for me. Great! My company offered no living place, so I had to find somewhere to live. I stayed in a hotel while I looked for a new home. | Sunday, 1st April I’ve found the perfect flat! It’s small but very nice. It’s near my office, so I can walk to work. The only problem is that it’s $1,000 a month. That’s too much for a young man like me! I’ve soon got used to the life here. I love it! There’s a supermarket nearby and some restaurants I can go to when I do not want to cook. My workmates and new neighbours are friendly. It’s April Fool’s Day today and I even played a trick on my neighbors next door. Cool! |
1. How did Daniel get to New York?
| A．By train. | B．By plane. | C．By car. | D．By sea. |
| A．It’s far away from his office. | B．It’s quite cheap |
| C．It’s very big. | D．It’s very nice. |
| A．Whether he has visited New York before. | B．Where he stayed before he found a flat. |
| C．Why he had a party on April Fool’s Day. | D．What his workmates and new neighbors are like. |
| A．$11,000 | B．$1,000 | C．$3,000 | D．$12,000 |
| A．Daniel’s new life in New York. | B．Daniel’s travel plan. |
| C．Daniel’s perfect flat. | D．April Fool’s Day’s trick. |
1. The best title of the 3rd advertisement would be _______.
| A．Training at Home | B．Learning at Home |
| C．Recording Work | D．Working at Home |
| A．At-Home Profession Crop |
| B．Globe Insurance Company |
| C．Bradford Publications |
| D．American Inventors Corp |
| A．Globe Insurance Company has a history of 51 years |
| B．as a medical transcriptionist,you may earn $25 000 a month |
| C．Bradford Publications offers a treatment to hearing impaired parents |
| D．you can visit www.aic.com when you invent a new model of hearing aid |
【推荐3】The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has changed in recent years because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, an online version of the event was held for the first time. This year, the physical show returned to Las Vegas, Nevada. But the number of attendees decreased by about 70 percent. CES is produced by the Consumer Technology Association. It’s known as the place where many companies across the globe show their most up-to-date technology offerings. Here is a look at some of the top products presented at CES 2022.
Labrador’s assistive robot
Robot maker Labrador announced the launch of its Retriever robot. The small, self-driving machine is designed to hold things and, as its name suggests, also retrieve (取回) things. The robot can be controlled by voice commands or from an app on a phone. It can also be programmed based on an exact map of a user’s home. The company says the Retriever is designed to serve as an extra pair of hands and lighten the load of everyday tasks in the home.
AirSelfie camera
Electronics maker AirSelfie launched its up-to-date self-flying camera designed to take “selfie” pictures. The new device, called AirPix, is a small, light camera that flies through the air and takes high-quality photographs and videos. A video on the company’s website explains that Air Pix can fly, frame and take pictures all by itself before landing back on the user’s hand.
Self-driving tractor
American-based farm equipment producer John Deere presented a fully self-driving tractor. The company says the vehicle is equipped with six different cameras and a series of sensors to guide the tractor through the fields. Farmers can control the vehicle and see the tractor’s progress in real time through a mobile device. John Deere says the concept is to help farmers do more work with fewer tools and other people.
1. Which of the following statements is True about CES?| A．It is usually held offline. | B．It has attracted more attendees this year. |
| C．It is intended for American companies. | D．It is held annually both online and offline. |
| A．Photographers. | B．Cleaners. | C．Housewives. | D．Farmers. |
| A．They both have a light camera. | B．They both are really very smart. |
| C．They both help with farm work. | D．They come from the same producer. |
