Gold Coast family holidays are always great fun whether you are from Australia or from abroad. There are beautiful beaches, adventure parks, nature parks and so much more.
There are so many sights to see here. It is a pity to drive in a car and you'll miss a great part of it. Australia is home to many animals and birds that can only be seen when moving slowly and going into the areas that they live.
When you are on a bicycle, you have the advantage of being able to stop whenever you want to see an interesting animal or bird that you have never seen before. It is a quieter mode(方式) of transportation as well, so you might even be able to take a picture. When you are on the beach, you can breathe that clean air and view the beauty of the water and sand. It is a totally different experience from either simply sunbathing or passing it in a car.
There are many choices of hiring a bicycle to experience the Gold Coast attractions. There are stores that will fit a bike perfectly to your size. These bikes for both adults and children are in many styles and colors to please any taste. If you have ever wanted to try a tandem bike (双人单车), now is your chance, because they have those too.
A bicycle hire on Gold Coast is something that everyone should try at least once. This is a wonderful chance for anyone who likes to cycle and it is also a cheap way to travel with your family.
1. You'd better not drive in a car on Gold Coast because .| A．you will break the traffic rules |
| B．you will cause much noise |
| C．you can't enjoy the beautiful sights well |
| D．you can't drive into some parks |
| A．you can take photos of animals |
| B．it is a cheap way of traveling |
| C．you can get a clearer sight of animals |
| D．it is a good way to do sunbathing |
| A．How to hire bikes on Gold Coast. |
| B．What kinds of bikes there are in stores. |
| C．What bikes are the most popular. |
| D．Who can hire bikes on Gold Coast. |
| A．He supports it very much. |
| B．He thinks it's a personal choice. |
| C．He doesn't like this way of traveling. |
| D．He thinks it's only good for adults. |
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【推荐1】No matter how many times you go, Dubai always has something new in store for its natives and tourists. Let’s take a look at a few must-dos for your first time in this impressive city in the United Arab Emirates!
●Hit the famous Dubai Mall.
Any shopaholic (购物狂) worth their salt knows about the Dubai Mall, one of the most famous and the most expensive shopping centres in the world.
●Mind your manners.
While you’re searching for the next adventure, make sure you follow some basic rules of conduct that the local law prescribes. For example, if you’re travelling with your significant other, public displays of affection are strictly forbidden.
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Although you’ll find many tourists wearing clothes considered not entirely polite by the locals, there are certain rules that are strictly implemented in restaurants, malls, and entertainment centres. So, if you put on something considered inappropriate or revealing, you risk being asked to leave a place.
●Save some time for Jumeirah Beach.
Situated conveniently close to Burj al Arab, this spectacular stretch of the coast is a perfect way to spend some time sunbathing and enjoying the warm waters of the Persian Gulf.
●Prepare your palate for Emirati cuisine.
Have you ever had a chance to sample Al Machboos, camel meat, or Manousheh? Arabic cuisine has some of the most extraordinary delicacies you could possibly imagine, few of which are prepared in the same manner outside of their native lands.
| A．Jumeirah Beach is about 10 kilometres long. |
| B．Pay attention to your dressing requirements. |
| C．If you’re travelling with kids, you’ll find the beach perfect. |
| D．Try the authentic Arabic coffee for a flavourful taste of the East. |
| E．Dubai is indeed a destination packed with adventure and culture. |
| F．Getting drunk or using offensive hand gestures are all illegal activities. |
| G．Home to around 1,300 stores, it is a wonderful shopping place. |
【推荐2】In the winter months the temperature in most of Canada usually stays below 0℃. However, in some parts of Canada, such as southern British Columbia, the temperature rarely goes below 0℃. In most areas where people live, snow will be on the ground from mid-December to the middle of March. Though Canada’s winter may be much colder and longer than you are used to, it can be very enjoyable. For many Canadians, being active in winter is an important part of enjoying life. There are many outdoor winter activities, including skiing, ice fishing, walking, and skating. Joining in one of these activities may help you appreciate winter and enjoy your time outside in the snow.
Dressing for winter.
During winter in Canada, you will need warm clothing. If possible, arrive with these items or be prepared to buy them soon after your arrival. You will need:
＊A warm waterproof (防水) boots.
＊A scarf (围巾) for your neck.
＊A hat that covers your ears.
＊Gloves for your hands.
＊Thick winter coats, pants (裤子) and sweaters.
Layers (层) keep you warm.
It’s a good idea to layer your clothing by, for example, wearing a T-shirt and a sweater underneath a jacket. If you become too hot, it is always easier to remove a piece of clothing than to add another. On the West Coast, prepare to dress for cool rainy or snowy weather. You will need:
＊A warm waterproof coat.
＊Waterproof hats.
＊An umbrella.
＊Rain boots or snow boots.
Learn more about weather and seasons across Canada. You can also contact (联系) Related Links.com, for example, an immigrant-serving (移民服务) organization in the community where you live for more information about dressing for winter.
1. What is the main purpose of the first paragraph?| A．To tell about the details about Canada. |
| B．To show many outdoor winter activities. |
| C．To introduce the daily life of Canada. |
| D．To encourage you to enjoy winter in Canada. |
| A．Ice fishing. | B．Joining a group |
| C．Leading an active life. | D．Staying in the snow |
| A．an umbrella and sunglasses |
| B．thick winter coats and a scarf |
| C．waterproof hats and a scarf |
| D．snow boots and gloves |
| A．it is cool to dress like that |
| B．it is a rule to dress like that |
| C．the weather there is changeable |
| D．the weather is usually very hot |
【推荐3】World's Best Places to Visit
With a world full of fascinating destinations, choosing the perfect vacation spot can present a challenge. This list of the world's best places to visit is here for you.
South Island
New Zealand's South Island fills with splendid scenery at every turn. Here, you can admire the Fiordland National Park from hiking routes or a boat on Milford Sound, the eighth wonder of the world. At night, journey to the Mount John Observatory to stare at the starry skies. You can also explore two of the most accessible glaciers in the world on the island's west coast or enjoy delicious food and wine.
Paris
Paris, the City of Light, draws visitors from around the globe who come to see impressive attractions like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. But what travelers really fall in love with are the city's unusual cafes, energetic markets, trendy shopping districts and unmistakable charm. Get lost wandering along Paris' streets, or eat a croissant and relax on the banks of the Seine for hours.
Bora Bora
Though this French Polynesian island may be small, its complete tropical beauty makes up for it. Here, you'll find beautiful beaches and thick jungles. The island's volcano, Mount Otemanu, makes for a great photo-op and the enthusiastic locals can help you catch the island's best sights during an off-road hike. To relax, head to Matira Beach for clear water and soft sand. Although a trip to Bora Bora is very expensive, most travelers say it's worth every penny.
1. Which spot best suits people who enjoy astronomy?| A．South Island. | B．Paris. | C．Bora Bora. | D．Mount Otemanu. |
| A．Light. | B．Rivers. | C．City life. | D．Architecture. |
| A．High travel costs. | B．Cozy purchasing styles. |
| C．Friendly residents. | D．Charming natural scenery. |
【推荐1】With child behavior, there is almost much more than it meets the eye. Because it occurs at so many different levels, child behavior that seems simple at one level can often be much more complex and meaningful at another.
For instance, a little child’s pattern of getting into cupboards, drawers and closed rooms, even after being told not to, is easily considered as bad behavior. When viewed at that level, the pattern is unacceptable and could lead to punishment. But it can be viewed at a more complex and meaningful level, namely child exploration. If a child regularly experiences an angry parent who seems determined to prevent any exploratory activities, the child will decide to continue to achieve future discoveries. When parents view this behavior as born out of natural curiosity rather than simple opposition, they are more likely to accept and appropriately monitor it. Although it may lead to warning responses to ensure the child’s safety, it is less likely to lead to punishment.
There are countless other examples. Holding a goldfish outside its bowl is foolish at one level but also can be seen as a young child’s attempt to express physical affection for a pet. Spending time with friends rather than family is selfish at one level but also indicates a teen’s need for independence.
The point here is that child behavior is often exhibited in simple forms that can appear to be oppositional, selfish or generally unacceptable if viewed only at that basic level. However, when viewed at a more meaningful level, the same apparently simple behavior can be seen as something larger and potentially more adaptive. This doesn’t mean the behavior should be ignored, especially if it is inappropriate. But looking at the bigger picture of a child’s behavior, adults might gain a fuller understanding of what they’re dealing with, which can create more flexibility in how they respond.
1. According to Paragraph 1, we can know that child behavior ________.| A．is very changeable | B．is inacceptable |
| C．occurs at different levels | D．is fully understood by adults |
| A．parents should properly punish child behavior |
| B．parents should keep children’s safety in mind |
| C．children’s behavior shows their interests |
| D．there are different attitudes to child behavior |
| A．The child will insist on doing things with determination. |
| B．The child will have to make frequent decisions. |
| C．The child will make new discoveries in the future. |
| D．The child will develop a strong sense of achievement. |
| A．child behavior usually reflects a child’s need |
| B．what a child does can mean differently when seen from different aspects |
| C．children tend to do something to show their dependence to their parents |
| D．children spending time with friends show their selfishness |
| A．Have a positive attitude towards it. |
| B．Ignore the improper behavior. |
| C．View it at the basic level. |
| D．Watch over it from head to foot. |
【推荐2】As the COVID-19 continues to spread, officials in China are urging citizens to wear masks in public to stop the spread of the coronavirus (冠状病毒)——and cities in China as well as other parts of Asia are reportedly running out of face masks.
But can a mask really keep you from catching the virus? To answer that, it helps to clarify which kinds of masks we’re talking about. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is suggesting that health care workers treat it like an airborne germ that can travel in particles(微粒) or droplets in the air. That means health care workers interacting with a coronavirus patient should wear a heavy-duty mask called an N95 respirator(口罩). These respirators are designed to fit tightly around the nose and mouth, and, when worn correctly, they block out at least 95% of small airborne particles, according to the CDC.
But wearing an N95 respirator is a serious business, says Dr.William Schaffner of the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Health care workers who use these respirators are required by law to experience an annual fit test—a check to make sure the mask forms a tight seal on the wearer’s face so that contaminated air can’t leak in. Although the N95 respirator is disposable, workers must also show that they know how to put on and wear the model that they are using.
While N95 respirators are available for the public to buy, there’s no official suggestion from health agencies for the general public to wear them.
By contrast, surgical masks—those cheap, disposable, gauzy masks that often come in blue or green—are less uncomfortable. But Schaffner says the scientific evidence that “there might be a great benefit for people in the community wearing surgical face masks’’ is very, very meager. The general sense is perhaps, but they’re certainly not an absolute protection. In other words, they do provide some benefit but they’re far from foolproof.
1. What’s the author’s attitude toward the general public wearing N95 respirators?| A．Cautious. | B．Favourable. | C．Casual. | D．Admiring． |
| A．Totally strong. | B．Very necessary. |
| C．Not enough. | D．Be of importance. |
| A．Why are some stores running out of face masks? |
| B．Can a mask really keep you from catching the coronavirus? |
| C．How to prevent the coronavirus from spreading? |
| D．Could surgical masks replace N95 respirators? |
【推荐3】Beijing Opera is one of the Chinese traditional drama art forms and the largest Chinese opera form. Having a history of about 200 years, it is developed from many other drama forms, mostly from the local drama "Huiban". It was especially popular in south China during the 18th century.
Theatrical an forms in many other counties do not have singing, dancing and spoken parts together in one single drama. An opera singer, for example, neither dances nor speaks on stage； there are no singing or dancing parts in a modern play; in a dance drama, the dancer doesn't speak or sing, Traditional Chinese drama, including Beijing Opera, is a kind of entertainment. It includes spoken parts, singing and dancing.
Beijing Opera has spread to many other places. Mei Lanfang, one of the most famous performers of all, was the first to introduce Beijing Opera to foreigners and made lightly successful lours to foreign countries.
"You will doubt and sometimes be a little bored, but you will be interested gradually. You will be strongly attracted to Beijing Opera, even if you know nothing about the drama background." This is how one traveler described his first experience in watching Beijing Opera.
Beijing Opera in Chin's national opera and it is full of Chinese cultural traditions. Welcome to China and enjoy Beijing Opera!
1. Beijing Opera is ________.| A．unpopular in north China | B．only developed from the local drama "Huiban" |
| C．a much larger Chinese opera form | D．a Chinese traditional drama art form |
| A．busy | B．nervous | C．interested | D．uneasy |
| A．Beijing Opera | B．local dramas | C．an opera singer | D．a modern play |
| A．Beijing Opera is a kind of entertainment. |
| B．An opera singer neither dances nor speaks on stage usually. |
| C．Only old people are interested in Beijing Opera. |
| D．Mei Lanfang was the first one to introduce Beijing Opera to foreigners. |
| A．ask young people to learn Beijing Opera | B．tell us something about Beijing Opera |
| C．show why Beijing Opera is popular in Europe | D．introduce everything about foreign Opera |
【推荐1】Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) has been greatly contributing to the treatment of the COVID-19, which changed the altitude of the western world to it to some extent. However, in the past, foreigners knew little about it. According to a government report, although TCM has been introduced into 183 countries and regions around the world, their understanding of TCM may be limited to acupuncture(针灸), cupping and massage(按摩) .For instance, the purple, injury-like marks left on a U. S. famous swimmers back from cupping to relax his muscles and reduce pain became the center of attention during the Rio Olympics in 2016.
In fact, Chinese herbs(药草) play a more important role in curing diseases and keeping the body in good condition in the TCM treatment system than physical treatment. Therefore, it is disappointing to know that although 103 world Health Organization member countries have given approval to the practice of acupuncture, not many recognize Chinese herbal medicine. TCM is much less popular than Western medicine partly due to the slow development of Chinese herbs.
Herbs can be made into pills, powder and soup. The kind of herbs used, their quality, quantity and the processing together determine the effectiveness of the prescription (处方). Compared with Western medicine, which has standardized drug production processes and treatment methods, TCM lacks standardization. The chemical composition and functions of its medicine are still unclear and their effects are unstable. Fortunately, standardization has improved in recent decades and a number of factories are increasingly producing patented TCM drugs.
Another reason why TCM prescription drugs have developed slowly is that it lacks creativity. While Western medicine-making companies come up with new products every year, TCM drug producers tend to make medicine according to prescriptions handed down from the past. That Chinese chemist Tu Yoyo won the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for her research into malaria(痢疾) treatment may drive creativity to some extent in China's TCM industry.
However, Rome was not built in a day. The current situation cannot be changed within a short time.
1. Why did the US swimmer attract the audience's attention in the 2016 Rio Olympics?| A．The injury on his back. | B．The golden cup he won in the games. |
| C．His relaxed muscles and reduced pain. | D．The purple, injury-like marks left on his back. |
| A．Set standards and improve creativity. |
| B．Increase functions and decrease production. |
| C．Increase functions and improve creativity. |
| D．Set standards and create more prescriptions. |
| A．Anxious. | B．Negative. |
| C．Disappointed. | D．Positive. |
| A．acupuncture treatment is effective | B．cupping can cure some diseases |
| C．massage can relax body muscles | D．herbs can keep the body in good condition |
I think the biggest difference between middle and high school is the homework load (工作量) and size of the school. I went from maybe fifteen minutes of homework a night to several hours, so I had to learn how to make full use of time! Our class size is around 550, but joining in clubs, sports, music, and other activities at school makes it easier to get to know people in every grade.
The best advice I can give about the years you spend in high school is to learn things for yourself, not just to get a good grade. There have been so many tests that I’ve prepared for the night before, gotten an A, and not remembered anything later. I’ve changed that this year, and I enjoy school so much more. Don’t take easy classes just to have a simple year. If you have a choice between chemistry and sports, the first will prove to be a lot more useful!
While drinking and smoking might be present in some middle schools, they’re also around in high school. I have a lot of friends who promised they’d never drink or smoke, but are now partying every weekend. If you have “fun” and spend your nights wasted instead of studying, you will regret it when you’re applying for (申请) college. The “friends” who say you’re a loser for not partying are really not your friends at all. It’s hard to see your closest friends grow apart and go in different directions, but don’t follow their footsteps. Create your own path in life and make your own decisions.
1. What happened to the author on his first day of high school?
| A．He had a fight with an eleventh-grader. |
| B．He fell into a pool on the fourth floor. |
| C．He was five minutes late for class. |
| D．He was fooled by a schoolboy. |
| A．choose useful classes |
| B．give up sports |
| C．try their best to get good grades |
| D．get ready for tests the night before |
| A．not to lose ourselves in high school |
| B．about the importance of making friends |
| C．not to go to any party in high school |
| D．about the trouble caused by drinking and smoking |
【推荐3】There was once a young man walking down the streets of Rome, from one end of the city to the other, on his way to visit a relative. While walking, he happened to pass a beautifully impressive church and heard loud sounds coming from the building; they sounded like a lot of hammering.
Deciding to please his curiosity, he approached the building, opened the heavy door (which creaked as he opened it) and peeked inside the church. Well, all he could see was an old man in front of a big piece of marble (大理石), chipping away with a chisel (凿子) and a hammer.
The young man probably thought to himself, "Well, it must be something very important because he doesn't even notice me". He then left the church and continued on his journey.
Days later, he returned on the same route. It seemed like the old man was still going at it, so he decided to ask him what he was really doing.
He again went to the door, opened it and looked inside. To his surprise, he saw a big statue standing right there, with wings spread out wide open, almost as if in full flight, light shining on it through the coloured glass windows, and graced the front of the church.
He could not help it but the next moment he was right next to the old man, with his jaw hanging wide open. He stared with absolute amazement and a puzzled look on his face. He just could not understand how the old man knew that there was an angel in that piece of marble and he could not help but asked him, "Sir, how did you know that there was an angel in that piece of marble?"
The old man turned around and looked at him straight in the eyes and replied: "Son, there is an angel in each and every one of us. All we need to do is to take a hammer and a chisel and chip away all those little pieces that do not look like an angel."
1. The young lad decided to look into the church because __________.| A．it was a big peace of marble | B．the church was impressively beautiful |
| C．the old man was hammering the marble | D．he was curious to know what was going on |
| A．the church | B．the marble | C．the statue | D．the wings |
| A．the young lad was the old man’s son |
| B．the old man was focused on his work |
| C．the young man saw an angel flying in the church |
| D．the old man was chipping the marble with a chisel |
| A．An Angel in all of us | B．A Beautiful Church in Rome |
| C．Chisel and Hammer | D．An Old Man and a Young Man |
【推荐1】Amazon has announced that it has added features to its Alexa voice assistant that can help users determine their risk level for having got the COVID-19 coronavirus (新型冠状病毒). As of now all Alexa users in the United States can ask Alexa questions like, “Alexa, what do I do if I think I have COVID-19?” or “Alexa, what do I do if I think I have coronavirus?” upon which Alexa will begin triaging (检验分类) them.
Once one of the above questions is asked, Alexa will ask the user about their symptoms, travel history, and any possible exposure they may have had to someone infected with the disease. Depending upon the user’s response, Alexa will offer the user guidance that comes directly from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about what they should do next.
Another cool feature added to Alexa is the ability to ask the personal assistant to sing a song for 20 seconds while you wash your hands. Twenty seconds is the minimum washing time with soap and water people need to perform on their hands in order to destroy traces of the virus they may have picked up.
Users can take advantage of Alexa’s new COVID-19 features on any device Alexa runs on, including smartphones, tablets, Kindles, and more. It should also be noted that Amazon isn’t the first to empower its voice assistant to offer CDC COVID-19 information. Earlier this week Apple pushed an update out to Siri that allows users to ask, “Hey Siri, do I have the coronavirus?” and get advice based on CDC information.
1. What is Alexa?| A．It is a robot. | B．It is a voice assistant. |
| C．It is a doctor. | D．It is a computer. |
| A．It sings a 20-second song while people wash their hands. |
| B．It can remind you of washing your hands frequently. |
| C．It can turn on the tap for you when you wash your hands. |
| D．It can answer questions about washing hands. |
| A．Amazon is the first to empower its voice assistant to offer CDC COVID-19 information. |
| B．Alexa can only be used at home. |
| C．Both Alexa and Siri can offer you CDC COVID-19 formation. |
| D．People like Alexa better than Siri. |
| A．Alexa will offer the user treatments directly from their doctors. |
| B．Alexa makes the judgment by having a medical examination on the user. |
| C．Once the user uses Alexa, they will be told whether they are infected. |
| D．Not all the possible exposures to someone infected with the disease will bring the user the disease. |
【推荐2】No one is happy about missing his/her bus. When Thomas Daniel missed his school bus last week, he met Officer Lynema. Lynema was with the Grand Rapids Police Department in Michigan early in the morning. He said that he saw the 9-year-old boy running after a school bus. Lynema asked Thomas if he wanted a ride to school, which the young boy gratefully accepted (after his mother nodded).
On the way to school, Thomas invited Lynema to his birthday party that evening. The boy also said that he was afraid that none of his classmates would show up for the party because he was often bullied in school.
When Lynema attended the party later in the day, he was heartbroken. He discovered that he and Thomas’s brothers and sisters were the only people who had shown up for the party — and the young boy didn’t even have a cake. The next day, Lynema called together other police officers and returned to Thomas’ house to throw him a second birthday party.
After Thomas got back from school, he was astounded to come home and find presents, a Krispy Kreme donut cake and a band waiting to surprise him. Thomas later said that it was the “best birthday ever”.
The police department posted photos of the boy and his new friends in the hope that it would encourage other people to take action against bullying. “No kid should get bullied, and no kid should worry if anyone will come to his/her birthday party,” wrote the police department Internet page. “Next year, Thomas Daniel, make sure you invite us a little earlier. We wouldn’t want to miss it!”
1. What can we learn from the first paragraph ?| A．Thomas and Lynema met by accident. | B．Thomas knew Lynema would help him. |
| C．Thomas actually disliked going to school. | D．Thomas’ mom was worried about his safety. |
| A．No other policemen came to the party. | B．Thomas’ family was very poor and small. |
| C．There were only a few people in the party. | D．Thomas didn’t invite classmates to his party. |
| A．frustrated | B．awkward |
| C．astonished | D．embarrassed |
| A．Lynema organized another birthday party for Thomas. |
| B．Thomas will probably have a good time on his birthday next year. |
| C．The police department called on people to fight against bullying through Internet. |
| D．Thomas invited Lynema to his birthday party because he was often bullied in school. |
【推荐3】People in most western countries celebrate Valentine's Day (情人节) on February 14th. It is a special time to send greeting cards called valentines to their sweethearts, friends, parents and other family members.
Esther A. Howland of Worcester, Massachusetts, became one the first American manufacturers (生产者) of valentines in 1847. She saw several British valentines and decided to make her own. She used ribbons, lace, flowers and painted leaves on her cards. Today valentines are sold in many stores all over the world and may have messages of love or be very humorous. People also send flowers, candy and gifts to the people they want to remember on Valentine’s Day.
Children in America decorate their classrooms with paper hearts and cupids (丘比特的画), and many hold classroom parties to celebrate Valentine’s Day with their classmates and teachers. Older students may have dances at their schools on Valentine’s Day.
Valentine’s Day in Europe is celebrated in many ways. Children in England sing special songs and receive gifts, candy and money. People may bake special bread with plums (葡萄干) in them. In Denmark, people send pressed white flowers called snowdrops to their friends.
However you decide to celebrate on Valentine’s Day, take some time to tell your friends and family that you love them.
1. What is the main idea of this writing?| A．Valentine’s Day is celebrated on Feb.14th. |
| B．How valentines are made. |
| C．Valentine’s Day is a special holiday for friends and family. |
| D．Why Valentine’s Day is a special time. |
| A．In Oregon. | B．In Massachusetts. |
| C．In Michigan. | D．In Florida. |
| A．Have dances at school. |
| B．Receive gifts of fruit, candy and money. |
| C．Hold classroom parties. |
| D．Send pressed snowdrops to their friends. |
| A．School children celebrate Valentine’s Day in many ways. |
| B．People in Denmark send flowers called snowdrops to their friends. |
| C．All valentines are funny or humorous. |
| D．Valentine’s Day is not only celebrated by sweethearts. |
