When I revealed that 1 was planning to travel around Britain by public transport, everyone I saw said, 'Gosh, you're brave!' but it never occurred to me to go any other way. Driving in Britain is such a dull experience these days. There are far too many cars on the road, nearly double what there were when I first came here, and in those days people didn't actually drive their cars. They just parked them in the driveway and cleaned them once every week or so. About twice a year they would “get the car out” for a pleasant drive to visit relatives or take a trip.
Now everyone drives everywhere for everything, which I don't understand because there isn*t a single feature of driving in Britain that has even the tiniest measure of enjoyment in it. Just consider the average multi-storey(多层的)car park. You drive around for ages, and eventually find a space that is exactly two inches wider than average car. Then, because you are parked next to a pillar(柱子),you have to climb over the seats and end up squeezing out of the passenger door, in the process transferring all the dirt from the side of your car to the back of your smart new jacket. Then you go hunting for some distant pay-and-display machine, which doesn't give change.
And that's just one tiny part of the driving experience. There are all the other annoyances of motoring, like traffic lights on busy roundabouts(环形交通枢纽)that never let you advance more than 20 feet at a time, and motorway service areas where food is much more expensive. Motorized vehicles are ugly and dirty. They occupy every pavement, turn ancient market squares into disorderly and untidy groups of metal, and cause petrol stations and other discouraging places to appear in great number. They are horrible and awful and 1 wanted nothing to do with them on this trip.
1. Why did the author decide to travel by public transport?A.Because he didn't have a car. |
B.Because he hated driving in Britain. |
C.Because he wasn't familiar with roads in Britain. |
D.Because he was inspired by how people used to travel. |
A.The inconvenience of parking cars. | B.The unreasonable parking fees. |
C.The uncleanness of car parks. | D.The improper use of cars. |
A.By providing ex amples. | B.By making comparisons. |
C.By following the order of time. | D.By following the order of space. |
A.The terrible places caused by vehicles. | B.The bother caused by driving cars. |
C.His travels by public transport. | D.His past driving experience. |
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Leila's Hair Museum
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Washington Banana Museum
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1. What can people do when they visit Giant Shoe Museum?A.Buy big shoes. | B.Do the shopping. | C.Hold exhibition. | D.Do business. |
A.Leila's Hair Museum. | B.Giant Shoe Museum. |
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【推荐2】From vibrant, culture-full cities to peaceful areas of outstanding natural beauty, the UK is a diverse destination for travelers. Here are some of the best places to visit in the UK-
Norwich, Norfolk
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Dungeness, Kent
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Manchester
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Glasgow
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1. What can you see in Norwich, Norfolk?A.Ancient buildings. | B.Beautiful rivers. | C.Huge deserts. | D.Thick forest. |
A.Norwich, Norfolk. | B.Dungeness, Kent. | C.Manchester. | D.Glasgow. |
A.They both have pleasant weather. | B.They are both famous for their bars. |
C.They both have convenient transportation. | D.They both attract culture lovers. |
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Check Distance on a Map
It is not uncommon for hotels to advertise their proximity(邻近) to attractions and services around town. If being close to a particular airport or landmark important for your trip, verify distances on Google Maps before you book a hotel.
Skip the Package Deals
To attract new guests, sometimes these deals that sound exciting but may not be worth it. Just know that sometimes these packages include things you don't even want or need and that the special rate could be higher than the regular rate.
Don't Pay for the Mini Bar
Mini bar charges are frequently disputed because they are stocked by hand and often miscalculated. Carefully review your hotel's itemized bill and if you see any mini bar charges that aren't right, dispute them. Most front desk staff won’t hesitate to void the charges.
Understand Room Preferences Aren't Guaranteed
Hotel booking include preferences like bed size and the number of beds. But in many hotels, travelers should know that these preferences aren’t guaranteed. You’ll usually get what you asked for, but not always.
Mention Special Occasions
Many of us travel for birthday, anniversaries, and special events. Mention what you're celebrating to the hotel staff a week or more before you arrive and you might be surprised, like a bottle of champagne in your room.
Be Polite to the Staff
A little niceness goes a long way, especially with hotel staff that has to deal with difficult guests on a regular basis. When you check in, simply ask how the front desk clerk's day is going and say hello to the cleaning staff when you pass them in the hall. This isn't just common courtesy, but it also increases your chances of getting perks(额外待遇) during your stay.
Bundle(捆绑) a Hotel Stay with Airfare
If you've got your trip all planned out and know your itinerary, consider building your hotel room with your airfare for better price. Some websites offer travel packages that combine both accommodations and flights, which can help you save significantly on your hotel room.
Ask for a Corner Room
When you check in at a hotel, discretely ask if there's a corner room available. These are usually larger and quieter for the same price as ones in the middle of the hall. Upgrades are most often offered at the end of the day when hotels have a better sense of their occupancy.
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Introduction | Booking a trip may not |
Tips | •Checking distances on Google Maps before making a •Try to avoid being cheated by hotel's themed package which may not •Having a clear •Gifts might come as •Showing •A •Asking for a corner room is highly |
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A. Sitting at the back means fewer food options.
B. Flight attendants get paid only for flight hours.
C. Flight attendants’ job is to keep passengers safe.
D. Flight attendants might water down your drinks.
E. Flight attendants are trained to identify criminals.
F. The seat-belt sign is “on” far longer than necessary.
Things An Air Hostess Won't Tell You
To make things a bit easier for them and ensure a smooth flight, many Flight attendants have little tricks under their sleeves. Here are some of them which they won't tell you out of sheer politeness.
1. __________
Contrary to what most people think, a flight attendant's primary job is to ensure your safety - the helping and serving part of their job are just add-ons. If they are assisting you with your luggage, it is to make sure it is stored properly and does not harm anyone. They are not required to lift your bags or help you take them elsewhere. All the other assistance, such as providing you with a drink, handing you hot towels, etc., are to make sure you stay calm and satisfied.
2. __________
As unfair as it may seem, the time that a flight attendant spends in getting the plane ready, settling you down, etc., is not included in their salary. They do, however, receive some expense allowance (津贴) for the entire time they clock in - it is a pretty small income though
3. __________
If a flight attendant feels a passenger is ordering too many drinks, and getting drunk, they might avoid serving him/her by avoiding eye contact. When that fails, they might just fill the glass half-way or give him/her a diluted (稀释的) drink
4. __________
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5. __________
This is a bit unfortunate for those sitting at the back of the plane, but nevertheless true. As the attendants start serving from the front of the plane to the back, the variety of drinks or meals might go down. This is because a plane has limited space, only a certain number of items can be stored, and by the time they get to the back of the plane, they run out of at least a few of the options.
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But there is a problem. It is only twenty-two miles from Dover in England to Calais in France, but between the two towns there is the English Channel. It is necessary to take the cars across the sea, and this is not easy.
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A.the mountainous areas | B.Dover in England |
C.the warm countries | D.Calais in France |
A.The comfort of travelling by air. |
B.The disadvantage of travelling by ship. |
C.The advantage of travelling across the English Channel. |
D.The difficulty of taking cars across the English Channel. |
【推荐3】It was the early morning of August 5, 1888, and her husband was still sleeping. She left a note for her husband on the table, saying that she and their two sons had already left to visit Pforzheim, Germany, 90 kilometers away. She purposely didn’t mention her means of transportation. It wasn’t until Carl Benz checked the workshop in his factory that he realized his family hadn’t taken the train. His new invention was gone.
Bertha had just committed the world’s first car theft. Her husband was a brilliant engineer who had designed the world’s first automobile in 1885. However, without sharp business mind, his product wasn’t going anywhere. Bertha understood what every modern business knows: marketing a product requires different skills than designing one. To provide a proof that the vehicle was reliable and could also master long-distance routes, she intended to drive with the motor from Mannheim to Pforzheim to show what it could do.
Once the three hit the road, they had to conquer novel problems. At 2.5 horsepower, they could not climb steep slopes without pushing it from behind. Going downhill, the car burnt out the brake shoes. Bertha stopped off at a cobbler and asked him to equip the brake shoes with a leather lining. In so doing, Bertha Benz became the inventor of brake lining. The fuel amount was also underestimated. Bertha made her first fuel purchase at the Stadtapotheke, where the store still proudly displays a sign of being the first gas station in the world.
Following the “first shock”, as written in his memoirs, Carl felt an inner pride in his wife’s daring “test drive”. And sales soon stepped up with the spread of Bertha’s daring trip. Today, drivers can still experience this part of Mercedes-Benz success story along the Bertha Benz Memorial Route between Mannheim and Pforzheim, just as the first woman driver did.
1. Why did Bertha secretly take the road trip?A.To save money on long-distance train fares. |
B.To teach children how to drive automobiles. |
C.To prove the performance of Carl’s invention. |
D.To understand the knowledge of modern business. |
A.Unexpected. | B.Common. | C.Additional. | D.Slight. |
A.Bertha’s trip ended at the Stadtapotheke. |
B.Bertha’s trip helped to promote car business. |
C.The car turned out to be a failure on the road. |
D.Bertha fixed the brake shoes herself during the trip. |
A.A Regrettable Crime | B.A Surprising Discovery |
C.A Creative Invention | D.A Pioneering Undertaking |