Cheap Travel
You can pay a lot of money to travel around the world. Or you can pay nothing at all. Here are some places you’ll never regret visiting. They won’t cost you a coin.
The British Museum, London (UK)
You need to go here to see the Egyptian mummies (木乃伊), the ancient Greek statues and so many other treasures. It’s open every day, and unlike most other places of interest in England that cost an arm and a leg, it’s totally free.
National Mall, Washington D. C. (USA)
You can walk a pathway from the Lincoln Memorial to the Washington Monument with other sights in between. Do you know you can go up in the lift to the top of the Washington Monument? Tickets are free, but pay a small fee to book them in advance to avoid being disappointed.
National Museum of Ireland, Dublin and Mayo (Ireland)
Want to see Viking artworks and learn about Irish country life? All four branches of this museum are free to visit, including museums devoted to archaeology, natural history, decorative arts history and country life. The museum of country life in Turlough Park, Mayo, is devoted to Irish countryside traditions, while the Natural History Museum is especially famous for its collection of insects.
1. What can visitors see in the British Museum?| A．Lincoln Memorial. | B．Egyptian mummies. |
| C．Washington Monument. | D．Viking artworks. |
| A．They can reach the top of the Washington Monument. |
| B．They can learn the history of Irish countryside life. |
| C．They can see many places of interest of Ireland. |
| D．They can visit all four branches of the museum. |
| A．Turlough Park. | B．American National Mall. |
| C．British Museum. | D．Natural History Museum. |
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【推荐1】Imagine you are a citizen of Athens, enjoying a warm Mediterranean night in the Theater of Herodes Atticus. You are wearing jeans and a T-shirt, listening to a great concert. Now rewind this picture 1,839 years. You are in the same seat, only you are watching classical Greek entertainment.
The city of Athens is a fun mix of the old and the new, the classic and the modern. Often a little shop is located next to the ruins of a temple, which is only a block from a large, air-conditioned hotel. The great city of 2,500 years ago is still visible today.
Ruins are the most obvious sign of ancient Athens, and the most famous of these is theAcropolis(卫城). The Acropolis is a large hill that was the center of life in Athens. On its slopes were temples, monuments, and theaters. From the top, you can see how the urban area of Athens stretches out in every direction.
On the top of the Acropolis is the Parthenon. This was once a huge temple to Athena, the city’s patron. It was first completed in 432 B.C., but has been damaged and destroyed several times. However, visitors can still see the “tricks” used in building the Parthenon. The columns along the outside lean inward, and are slightly fatter in the middle. The temple is also higher in the middle than on the sides. All these effects make the Parthenon look perfectly straight from a distance.
Only a block away from the Acropolis is the neighborhood of Plaka. The area, with its little shops and restaurants, is very popular with both tourists and locals, and is an important part of modern Athenian culture. Many great thinkers, writers, and political leaders lived in ancient Athens. The ruins of their homes and favorite spots are scattered throughout the busy port city. The hill where St. Paul addressed early Christian Athenians is located near the Acropolis. Great thinkers such as Perikles and Demosthenes spoke to the civil assemblies held at the Pnyx Hill. Today the Pnyx is an open-air theater for light and sound shows.
Tourism is very important to people who live in modern-day Athens. Thousands of people come every year to see these ruins and to tour the many museums that house artifacts from ancient times. This provides many jobs and brings money into Athens, which helps the city pay for improvements. Athenians take pride in the accomplishments of their ancestors, and people from all around the world come to admire them. By looking around the city today, we can imagine what life was like in ancient Athens.
1. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about the city of Athens?| A．The culture of the city is a mixture of the old and modern. |
| B．Traces of the ancient city can still be found. |
| C．Ruins and modern hotels co-exist in the city. |
| D．All the temples are not far away from air-conditioned hotels. |
| A．Plaka. | B．Acropolis. | C．Pnyx. | D．Parthenon. |
| A．mischievous acts. | B．confusing constructing skills. |
| C．skillful constructing methods. | D．constructing materials. |
| A．offering job opportunities to Athenians. |
| B．enriching Athenians by providing accommodation for tourists. |
| C．enabling Athenians to improve the infrastructures. |
| D．making Athenians proud of their ancestors. |
| A．Tourism in Athens. |
| B．Athens: Then & Now. |
| C．Historic Interests in Athens. |
| D．The Magic of Ancient Athens. |
【推荐2】Ocean Park Hong Kong is one of Hong Kong’s great visitor attractions.
For public transport, we recommend taking the subway to Ocean Park Station. The transfer station for the Tsuen Wan Line (through Tsim Sha Tsui) and the Island Line (from Central Station) is Admiralty Station. Simply go 1 stop in about 20 minutes.
Hong Kong is fairly unique in the world because you can purchase a card that you can swipe (刷卡) to pay for subway and bus fares.
| A．Go there when it isn’t busy. |
| B．Large crowds of visitors arrive later in the morning. |
| C．It’s a good place where you can do research into rare animals. |
| D．Unlike other theme parks, this park isn’t for a profit business. |
| E．However, taxis from Central are relatively quick and inexpensive. |
| F．And you can add money as you wish and return the card to a station window for some money back. |
| G．It can also be used to pay for many other things such as purchases at supermarkets, convenience stores and restaurants. |
【推荐3】While known for its Pacific Ocean beaches and fashionable coastal towns, the Golden State is also home to many new and clean lakes where visitors can soak up the sun and cool off.
Shasta Lake
Shasta Lake is the largest reservoir in California at 30. 000 acres wide. The Lake is in Northern California and is a three and a half-hour drive from Los Angeles. With 370 miles of shoreline, it's no surprise that renting a houseboat is a popular activity. Depending on their location , visitors can enjoy the view of Mt. Shasta, which has snow on its peak year-round.
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake is another great option for those wanting to take a day trip from Los Angeles. It takes only two hours to drive there from downtown Los Angeles. Animal lovers can stop by the Big Bear Alpine Zoo to get an up-close look at the lake's namesake (同名物). The lake also has many hiking and biking trails, along with plenty of fishing spots.
Lake Havasu
Lake Havasu is divided along the border of California and Arizona and is an oasis (绿洲)in the desert. It's a five-hour drive from Los Angeles and a two and a half hour drive from Las Vegas. Visitors can fish or go boating on the lake that was formed from the Colorado River.
Mono Lake
Mono Lake is located in the Sierra Nevada mountains and spans more than 70 miles. It's a five-hour drive from either Los Angeles or San Francisco. Visitors into fishing should head to a different lake because this body of water does not have any fish. It's a salty lake, which means that it's filled with saltwater and is two to three times saltier than the ocean.
1. What can we know about Shasta Lake from the text?| A．It's the biggest in America. |
| B．It's located in Southern California. |
| C．Visitors can watch snow there. |
| D．Visitors can look at bears there. |
| A．Shasta Lake. | B．Big Bear Lake. |
| C．Lake Havasu. | D．Mono Lake. |
| A．Travel | B．Geography. | C．Sport. | D．Education. |
【推荐1】Teen Travel with Global Teen
Ever thought about traveling in Italy? Or a teen travel program in Spain? Our summer travel program for teens is one adventure you cannot pass up. Experience Europe and tour Spain, France, Austria, Germany, Italy, or other European countries.
Come to enjoy our summer travel program for teens that will have you touring and experiencing cultures unlike anything you have done before. For example, Teen Travel Italy gives you wonderful tours of splendid cathedrals, adventures in Italian history, and the experience of your young life that you don’t want to miss! Teen travel programs through Global Teen give you the best courses and activities on the web.
The travel programs are offered in varying lengths. Teen Travel Italy is a minimum of two weeks, but for the teenager or high school student, it can last for the whole summer break. The summer travel program for teens is a great way to experience the culture of another country and provides more than the usual summer camp experience. Most teenage students who take advantage of our travel opportunities are in high school. They do a teen travel program in the summer at a language camp either in Europe or Latin America to experience another culture.
Travel with Global Teen this summer! Have an adventure at one of our language camps, experience the culture of a foreign country and have the time of your life this summer!
1. By writing the text, the author tries to ________.| A．persuade teens to join a teen travel program |
| B．show the fun of traveling in European countries |
| C．compare different cultures of European countries |
| D．give some background information about European countries |
| A．14 days | B．one month | C．two months | D．the whole summer |
| A．find a better way to learn a foreign language | B．experience the culture of another country |
| C．go to high school in a European country | D．make some European friends |
| A．The programs will offer the services for free. |
| B．The programs provide different language camps. |
| C．Most teens joining the programs are from junior middle school. |
| D．The programs are mainly for American and European students. |
【推荐2】Welcome to the International Science Drama Competition
This competition is an annual event which aims to promote science through drama. It involves teams from Singapore and overseas, and will be a great opportunity for you to showcase your talents on an international level.
What is the theme for International Science Drama Competition 2022?
The theme for 2022 is “Sustainable Agriculture for a Better Future”.
Your performance should combine scientific content and drama. Examples of some possible topics include but are not limited to the following:
● Farming using renewable energy sources
● Hydroponics and Aquaponics
● Food security
● Protecting the environment as we meet society’s food and textile needs
How do I participate in International Science Drama Competition 2022?
● Junior Category
All participants must be age 12 or below, excluding teachers or adults who can help as backstage crew.
● Open Category
Teams will compete in this category when at least one member is above age 12.
● Short Films Category
There is no age limit for participants. You may participate with your friends, families or community groups. You may represent your school or an organization or just form a team and compete on your own.
Mark your calendars!
| Dates | Programme |
| March 8, 2022 | Submission of Entry Forms |
| May 5, 2022 | Video Submission Deadline |
| May 19, 2022 | Announcement of Shortlisted Finalists Videos |
| June 7, 2022 | Video Submission Deadline for Finalists |
| June 14~23, 2022 | LIVE Online Polling of Finalists Videos |
| June 28, 2022 | Results Announcement |
| July~September, 2022 (Date to be confirmed) | GRAND FINALS! (Online) |
| A．Its theme is limited to four topics. |
| B．It’s held in many different countries. |
| C．It’s intended to popularize science through drama. |
| D．Its participants will go from one category to another. |
| A．You must have an adult coach. | B．You must represent your school. |
| C．At least one member is above age 12. | D．All participants must be age 12 or below. |
| A．By March 8, 2022. | B．By June 7, 2022. |
| C．By June 28, 2022. | D．By September14, 2022. |
【推荐3】There are many different kinds of festivals around the world. Here are four of them.
Saint Patrick’s Day in Ireland
Ireland is an island country. It’s in the west of Europe. There are wide green fields. Saint Patrick’s Day is on March 17. It’s an important holiday in Ireland. This holiday is to remember Saint Patrick. He did good things for the people of Ireland. During the holiday, there are parades and lots of green. You can see people in green clothes, and you can even see green buildings.
Red Wednesday in Iran
Red Wednesday is a fire jumping festival in Iran. It is on the eve ofthe last Wednesday of the year.People jump over the fire. They hope that it will take all the bad things away.
The Winter Carnival in Canada
When winter comes, it’s party time in Quebec City,Canada. The Quebec Winter Carnival is all about outdoor fun. It starts from the first Sunday in February and lasts for 10 days. One of the most popular events is the dog sled race. It has more than 30 teams and the race goes on for 6 kilometers. You can see joy and happiness on every face.
The Desert Festival in Tunisia
Tunisia is a veryimportant country in North Africa. Every year on the last Sunday in December, the Desert Festival is held in Tunisia. As “ships of the desert”, camels are very important in the festival. There are camel racing and camel wrestling.
1. You can see the following EXCEPT________ On Saint Patrick’s Day.| A．parades | B．camels | C．people in green | D．green buildings |
| A．The race happens on March 17. | B．The race has a history of about 10 years. |
| C．The race goes on for 6 kilometers. | D．About 30 people go to the race every year. |
| A．the first Sunday in February | B．the last Sunday in December |
| C．the eve of the last Friday of the year | D．the eve of the last Wednesday of the year |
| A．A storybook. | B．A cookbook. | C．A travel magazine. | D．A sport magazine. |
