Home to the world’s second biggest freshwater lake, as well as its longest lake, Africa hosts some of the best lakes on the planet. Here are some of our picks:
Lake Assal, Djibouti
Sitting at 155 meters below sea level, Lake Assal is in Africa’s lowest point. Its salt levels are 10 times greater than the sea. As such it is also the world’s largest salt reserve (储备量). Visitors will note there is no wildlife around due to its unfriendly desert climate and super salty water.
Lake Retba, Senegal
Photography fans will love Lake Retba for its breathtaking scenery. Also called the Pink Lake of Senegal, it is an impressive pink-colored lake. The color comes from a type of algae (海藻) that grows because of the large amount of salt in the lake. To see the lake at its most pink, you’ll want to visit during the November to June dry season.
Lake Turkana, Kenya
Lake Turkana is the largest long-lasting desert lake in the world, as well as its fourth-largest salt lake. Lake Turkana is most famous for the vapor rising out of the active volcano (火山) within it. A dream place for bird-watchers, it is home to hundreds of bird species that are only found in Kenya.
1. What makes Lake Retba pink-colored?| A．Its depth. | B．The desert climate. |
| C．Its amount of salt. | D．A certain sea-plant. |
| A．The large size. | B．The unique bird species. |
| C．The sandy beaches. | D．The steam from the volcano. |
| A．They are saltwater lakes. | B．They sit below sea level. |
| C．They are rich in wildlife. | D．They share the same tourist season. |
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【推荐1】Long Beach, a 28-mile area of beach, lies in southwestern Washington, and is generally called Long Beach Peninsula. Communities there take you back to old days of a simple life. Here, visitors can relax and enjoy the good of a total rest.
Bird watching
There are different kinds of birds on Long Beach. It’s best if you watch them from a distance and don’t try to frighten them. The Southwest Loop Route Map can be got through the Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Office by calling l-800-451-2542.
Horses
A popular activity on Long Beach is horseback riding. Two businesses in the city of Long Beach offer guided horseback tours along the beach: Black Country Wilderness Outfitters and Skipper’s Equestrian Center. You may also bring your own horse. Among the adventures offered with horses is a wagon ride along the beach, a carriage ride through Sea view or Long Beach, a back country pack trip, or a sunset ride by horseback on the beach.
Camping
RV and tent camping aren’t allowed on the beach. Camp fires are allowed within 100 feet off the beach, but must be away from the dry grass.
Swimming and other activities
Swimming is allowed, but you must be careful. The waters are very cold and dangerous. Surfing is advised only for experienced surfers. Beach driving is allowed at certain areas on the beach. The speed limit is 25 mph. Building sand castles, digging sand to find something, riding bicycles and flying kites are also popular activities in the area.
Enjoy your trip to Long Beach, Washington!
1. What can we learn about Long Beach from the passage?
| A．Its people live a simple life. | B．It is a world-famous tourist attraction. |
| C．It lies in southeastern Washington. | D．It is 28 kilometers long. |
| A．Tent camping. | B．Driving at the speed of 30 mph along the beach. |
| C．Digging sand to find something. | D．Setting camp fires far away from the beach. |
| A．a research paper | B．a travel guide | C．a news report | D．an instruction(说明书) |
【推荐2】Everything to Know About Ho Chi Minh City
When to Go
Ho Chi Minh City is at its finest during dry seasons, between November and March. Lunar New Year (called Tét in Vietnam), which lands between the end of January and mid-February, is a unique time. The city empties out, as everyone travels home for the holiday, and as a result travelers might be limited by shorter opening hours at shops and restaurants. However, it is a quiet time of year married with nice weather.
Celebrate
In the days before Tét, flower traders sail their loaded long boats down river and settle in Binh Dong, District 8, to sell their flowers before the holiday. Walking through the crowds you can admire the beauty of various flowers.
What to Eat
Pho rolls may be the darlings of traveling TV chefs (厨师) but for vegetarians (素食者) there’s no beating the Banh Mi Oopla made with fried eggs, soy sauce and lightly pickled (腌制的) carrots.
If ever there needed to be an excuse to eat chocolate, Marou Chocolate is a perfect choice. Marou is a Vietnamese chocolate company that buys cacao directly from nearby farms and pays double prices to encourage growers to produce high-quality cacao through environmentally-friendly practices.
Souvenir to Take Home
Take a walk down Le Cong Kieu, nicknamed(别名) Antique Street in District 1, and pick up a pair of stylish glasses, brass sculptures or other strange tchotchkes. Old, hand-painted posters on Ton That Thiep are both beautiful to look at and provide an understanding of the wartime Vietnamese culture.
1. Why are the tourists advised to go to Ho Chi Minh City during Tet?| A．The weather is pleasant. |
| B．Shops will be open for longer hours. |
| C．It is more convenient to travel around. |
| D．Tourists can celebrate Tet with the local people. |
| A．Pho roll. | B．Binh Dong . |
| C．Banh Mi Oopla. | D．Ton That Thiep. |
| A．The glasses. | B．The posters . |
| C．The tchotchkes. | D．The sculptures. |
【推荐3】Scotland is packed with beautiful places to visit and you could honestly spend months and months exploring everything this wonderful country has to offer! Next I’m going to take you through some of the best places to visit in Scotland, based on where we have personally visited so far!
Glen Coe
If you asked me where my favourite place to visit in all of Scotland is... I would say, Glen Coe. The whole area of Glen Coe constantly had my face in shock due to the beauty that I was witnessing. It’s just a stream of dramatic mountains, lakes, rugged beauty and more.
Fort William
Fort William is probably one of the most well-known places to visit in Scotland. It’s a popular tourist destination thanks to being home to the UK’s tallest mountain: Ben Nevis. Fort William is also the starting point for one of the world’s most famous train rides: The Jacobite. Harry Potter fans will recognize it as the Hogwarts Express, and this train ride will take you through the beautiful countryside, crossing some iconic Harry Potter filming locations such as the Dumbledore’s Grave and the Glenfinnan Viaduct!
Isle Of Skye
This island feels totally different from other parts of Scotland and is truly rugged and ready! There are many hot spots to explore including the Old Man of Storr, the Fairy Glen. I even stayed on a private island with its very own lighthouse, which was one of the coolest places I’ve ever visited and one of the most romantic places stay in Scotland.
Cairngorms National Park
This is the largest national park in the UK so it’s another popular place to visit in Scotland and it’s no surprise why. It’s absolutely beautiful and there’s so much happening at the Cairngorms National Park! From skiing or meeting local reindeers, you’ll not go bored and you’ll be surrounded by beauty the entire time.
1. Which place probably attracts Harry Potter fans most?| A．Glen Coe. | B．Isle Of Skye. |
| C．Cairngorms National Park. | D．Fort William. |
| A．The Jacobite. | B．Local reindeers. |
| C．The UK's tallest mountain. | D．A cool lighthouse. |
| A．A geography textbook. | B．A science journal. |
| C．A travel blog. | D．An autobiography. |
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| Suuface area（sq mi） | Volume（cu mi） | Percentage of total | |
| Salt water | |||
| The oceans | 139,500,000 | 317,000,000 | 97. 2% |
| Inland seas and saline lakes | 270,000 | 25,000 | 0.008 |
| Fresh water | |||
| Freshwater lakes | 330,000 | 30,000 | 0.009 |
| All rivers（average level） | - | 300 | 0.0001 |
| Antarctic Icecap | 6,000,000 | 6,300,000 | 1. 9 |
| Arctic Icecap and glaciers | 900,000 | 680,000 | 0. 21 |
| Water in the atmosphere | 197,000,000 | 3,100 | 0.001 |
| Ground water within half a mile from surface | - | 1,000,000 | 0. 31 |
| Deep-lying ground water | - | 1,000,000 | 0. 31 |
| Total（rounded） | - | 326,000,000 | 100.00 |
The Antarctic Icecap is the largest supply of fresh water, representing nearly 2% of the world' s total of fresh and salt water. As can be seen from the table above, the amount of water in our atmosphere is over 10 times as much as the water in all the rivers taken together. The fresh water actually available for human use in lakes and rivers and the accessible ground water amount to only about one—third of 1% of the world' s total water supply.
1. Which two places share equal amount of fresh water?| A．Freshwater lakes and all rivers（average level）. |
| B．Antarctic Icecap and water in the atmosphere. |
| C．Deep -lying ground water and Arctic Icecap and glaciers. |
| D．Ground water within half a mile from surface and Deep -lying ground water. |
| A．about 1,086,700 cu m | B．about 6,300,000 cu m |
| C．about 680,000 cu m | D．about 2,000,000 cu mi |
| A．Fresh water. | B．Salt water. | C．Water supply. | D．Water protection. |
14 mountains are over 8,000 meters high, among them the K2, Nanga Parbat and Mount Everest, at 8,848 meters, the world’s highest mountain. The Himalayas extend over 1,500 miles(2,400km) from the Indus valley in the west to the Brahmaputra Valley in the east.
Many of the mountain peaks are sacred to the people who live in the surrounding areas . Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims go there and pray to God.
The Himalayas belong to the youngest mountain ranges in the world. They were formed when the Indian subcontinent, which was originally a part of the southern landmass, drifted to the north and crashed into Asia. This movement started about 70 million years ago and has been going on up to the present day. The Himalayas are still becoming taller, moving at about 7 cm per year. Earthquakes and volcanoes are evidences that the area is still very active.
Glaciers and permanent snow fields cover the higher regions of the Himalayas. They are the source of streams that flow into the two big rivers of the region. The Indus flows to the west and through Pakistan into the Arabia Sea. The Ganges and Brahmaputra flow to the east and get together in Bangladesh. They form the largest delta in the world.
1. How many countries do the Himalayas belong to?
| A．7 | B．6 | C．4 | D．5 |
| A．Because they live in the surrounding areas. |
| B．Because they believe the mountain peaks are sacred. |
| C．Because the word Himalaya means “home of snow”. |
| D．Because the Himalayas are the youngest mountain ranges in the world. |
| A．The process where the Himalayas were formed. |
| B．Earthquakes and volcanoes in the Himalayas. |
| C．The forming of the Indian subcontinent. |
| D．The landscape features of the Himalayas. |
| A．The Himalayas influence the climate in both India and China. |
| B．The Ganges and Brahmaputra get together in Pakistan. |
| C．The Himalayas are still young and moving at about 7 cm per year. |
| D．The Indus flows through Bangladesh into the Arabia sea. |
Marble Chapels, Patagonia
The Marble Chapels are an absolute must when visiting Patagonia. The stunning caves are located in the middle of General Carrera Lake, which makes them accessible only by boat. The Marble Chapels arc layers of calcium carbonate formations resulting from wind and water slapping the rocks. The best time to visit is in the austral summer, from December to March.
Yosemite National Park, USA
One of California’s crown jewels, Yosemite National Park is an outdoor playground for nature enthusiasts. The protected park is approximately3108 square kilometres, and it features towering sequoias, dramatic waterfalls, beautiful mountain ranges and sheer granite towers. May or June is the best time to see the waterfalls.
Great Barrier Reef, Australia
One of the world’s greatest spectacles also happens to be one of the most vulnerable. Whether you choose to view this global treasure from a helicopter or go diving to enjoy close encounters with tropical fish, it’s hard not to notice the direct impact of climate change. Warmer temperatures have led to amounts of coral bleaching. If the damage continues at the rate, more than 90 percent of the living coral will erode within the next decade.
Blue Grotto, Malta
Malta is known for year-round warm weather, ancient cities, dazzling beaches, and the Blue Grotto: a series of caves that form high arches along the southern coast of the island. On a clear day, you can see the fluorescent colours reflected on the cave. Try to book a boat tour early in the morning when the sea is calm, the sun is bright, and there are fewer crowds.
1. Which two of the natural wonders attract tourists who love cave exploration?| A．Marble Chapels and Great Barrier Reef. |
| B．Marble Chapels and Blue Grotto. |
| C．Great Barrier Reef and Yosemite National Park. |
| D．Yosemite National Park and Blue Grotto. |
| A．Tourists can appreciate views in Marble Chapels in December. |
| B．Yosemite National Park is an ideal destination for diving enthusiasts. |
| C．Great Barrier Reef shows the direct influence of climate change. |
| D．Malta boasts its pleasant weather, ancient cities and great beaches. |
| A．In a novel. | B．In a geography book. |
| C．In a biography. | D．In a travel magazine. |
【推荐1】Boston Travel Guide
Boston is home to America's first large free public library, first subway system, first public school and first pubic park. A well-rounded trip to Boston mixes the classic with the modern. Don't miss out on the opportunity to visit here.
Best Things to Do
Boston's nearly four-century-long history is displayed by the city's must-see sights. Start your tour on the Freedom Trail, which will lead you to landmarks like the Paul Revere House and Boston Common, a central public park. Or, discover Boston's artistic side at the Museum of Fine Arts and its fashion sense along Newbury Street. If you're a fan of baseball, you can't miss catching a game at Fenway Park, home to the beloved Boston Red Sox.
Best Months to Visit
The best time to visit Boston is from June to October. Mild tall weather makes touring around on foot n Joy. And even though summer brings in a crowd of tourists and expensive hotel rates, the sidewalk cafes, baseball games and outdoor concerts make it worth a trip. Winter is cold. But the benefit is that you might save a great deal on a hotel in winter. If winter is too cold for you and summer and autumn's hotel rates fall outside your budget, try visiting at the start of the spring season.
Culture
Boston takes pride In Its Intellectual（智力的）and academic roots. Around 100 colleges and universities call the Greater Boston area home, including some of the country's most famous. Today, this impressive collection of schools also keeps the area young and forward-thinking, as Boston has one of the largest student populations in the country.
1. Where can visitors watch a baseball game?| A．At Paul Revere House. | B．In Boston Common. | C．On Newbury Street. | D．At Fenway Park. |
| A．More visitors. | B．Lower hotel costs. | C．Fun winter activities. | D．Wonderful outside concerts. |
| A．Its collecting experts in many fields. | B．Its offering exciting activities to visitors. |
| C．Its holding numerous newly built colleges. | D．Its having a large number of young students. |
【推荐2】Summer Courses 2022
San Diego Seaside College is offering one and two-week English summer courses for high school students from all over the world who want to improve their English. Classes are offered at five levels, from basic to advanced. Students will be tested when they arrive and placed in the level appropriate to their language ability. Each class has a maximum of 14 students.
Tuition Fees (学费)
One-week Course (July 26–August 1): $310
Two-week Course (July 26–August 8): $620
The full payment must be received before the beginning of the courses.
Accommodations (食宿)
We provide housing, including breakfast & dinner, 7 days a week.
Single room: $250 per week
Twin room: $160 per person, per week
You should reserve your accommodations before May 15 and all the accommodation fees must be paid in full before June 15.
How to Apply
Fill out an application form and send it to us at esc@sdc.edu.
Come to our college this summer and make yourself shine at English.
1. The aim of the courses is to help the high school students ______.| A．learn English | B．attend college |
| C．visit some high schools | D．travel to other countries |
| A．$160. | B．$250. |
| C．$310. | D．$620. |
| A．Before May 15. | B．Before June 15. |
| C．Before July 26. | D．Before August 1. |
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