We are told to travel the world, discover new things and meet new people. But there is one problem. Even paying for a bed for the night makes you feel as if broadening your minds requires plenty of money — and for students, that is not always possible.
The words “youth hostel” (青年旅舍) for your parents might mean smelly dormitories (寝室)with six strangers, or having to pay for messy towels, and dirty pillows. However, youth hostels nowadays — especially the ones in China — are wonderful.
In Chengdu, my friend and I were served free coffee and the people working there gave us suggestions of the best ways to visit the pandas and the best hotpot restaurants in Sichuan.
In Yangshuo, I made friends with a German and two Americans. We rented bikes from our hostel owner and rode around the city. When it rained, the hostel owner lent me his raincoat. One night the housekeeper cooked us a great meal of homemade Chinese dishes.
Never did I pay more than 50 yuan for a bed. Sometimes, even though I had booked a “dormitory”, I ended up in a private room by myself. Because these are “youth hostels”, you can meet lots of students like yourself, all of whom want to get the most out of a small budget (预算).
The best two websites for finding and booking hostels are www.hostelbooker.com and www.hostelworld.com. Not only do they allow you to organize everything online, they also give each hostel a score depending on how the guests feel when they remain there.
Travel the world, discover new things, and meet new people — all for the price of a cup of coffee? Just choose the city and now you go!
1. The story is possibly written for .| A．parents | B．students | C．workers | D．housekeepers |
| A．sharing a dormitory with six strangers |
| B．the towels are messy |
| C．the pillows are dirty |
| D．it serves free coffee |
| A．traveled with some Chinese friends |
| B．traveled around the city by bus |
| C．rented a raincoat from the hostel owner when it rained |
| D．enjoyed a great meal of Chinese dishes in the hostel |
| A．to share the writer’s life experiences in China |
| B．to tell the differences between dormitories and youth hostels |
| C．to advise readers to live in youth hostels with a small budget |
| D．to introduce two Chine cities |
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Nepal is said to be “the kingdom of snow mountains”. It’s a great country for hiking. What’s more, its historical and cultural sites are well worth visiting. So when is the best time to visit Nepal?
Nepal has unusual geography! Mt. Qomolangma, the highest point on Earth, is partly in the north of Nepal, while Terai Plain is the lowest point at 70 meters above sea level. For such a huge altitude drop, nowhere else on earth could you find it. Because of its unique topography (地形), you will find in Nepal five climate zones. There are also five seasons in Nepal: autumn, winter, spring, summer and the monsoon (雨季).
The autumn months of October and November are the perfect time to travel to Nepal. During this period, you’ll see bluer and clearer skies. This period is the best time for adventure tours.
The temperature begins to drop in December and January. Winter is perfect for visiting the Chitwan National Park in the south of Nepal. You will get the best chance to see rhinos (犀牛) as well as Bengal tigers and elephants in the wild of Nepal’s forest.
During the springtime, from February to April, temperatures slowly go up. The days are longer and are perfect for hiking and adventure (探险) tours.
May, however, pushes the temperature a bit higher. The real summer is quickly cut short by the beginning of the monsoon season. The monsoon wind from the Indian Ocean begins to bring in rain showers from mid-June until September. You can expect around 3 to 4 hours of rain every day during this season.
From: https://www.greattibettour.com
1. What is special in Nepal?| A．Geography. | B．Clothes. | C．Plants. | D．Festivals. |
| A．Four. | B．Five. | C．Three. | D．Two. |
| A．In December and January. | B．From February to April. |
| C．In October and November. | D．From mid-June until September. |
| A．In spring. | B．In summer. | C．In autumn. | D．In winter. |
| A．Because there are lots of lakes in Nepal. |
| B．Because of the monsoon wind from the Indian Ocean. |
| C．Because the temperature is hot all year round in Nepal. |
| D．Because the location of Nepal is so close to the equator. |
【推荐2】Why do people travel? —To see more of the world, many people would say. But travelling abroad now means much more than that for the growing number of Chinese tourists. Of course it offers us good opportunities to meet people from other countries, learn about their culture and customs.
According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), more than 1 billion people travelled to another country in 2012. In 2012, Chinese people travelled abroad 30 percent more than in 2011. The prosperity of the tourism industry can also bring both our country and foreign countries in economy of great benefits. Chinese people usually join large tourist groups and visit several countries in one trip.
Chinese people don’t just travel for sightseeing, either. The China International Travel Service Company said that all their tour trips sold out a month before Christmas Day. Stores offered discounts (打折) during that time, so shopping in Europe and the United States is popular among Chinese travellers.
In December, China is going through a very cold winter. So many people like go to some countries in Southeast Asia because the weather there is quite pleasant.
The improvement of living standards means more Chinese can travel abroad. But many of them don’t have a sense of public manners. A report by Living Social website in March 2012 even listed Chinese as the world’s second worst tourists, after Americans. As Chinese, we should learn some necessary manners of foreign countries.
1. Chinese people travel abroad not to ________.| A．go shopping | B．see more of the world | C．go sightseeing | D．make money |
| A．30% of the people who travelled abroad are Chinese |
| B．the number of people who travelled abroad rose by 30% |
| C．more than 1 billion people who travelled abroad in 2012 |
| D．more than 1 billion Chinese people travelled abroad in 2012 |
| A．they can visit several countries in one trip | B．they want to meet people from other countries |
| C．they can learn about their culture and customs | D．stores offer discount during that time |
| A．Chinese people like joining large tourists groups. |
| B．Many Chinese like to go to Southeast Asia in winter for shopping. |
| C．More and more Chinese people can travel abroad now. |
| D．Chinese people are the second worst tourists in the world. |
| A．litter and spit here and there | B．jump the line |
| C．have a sense of public manners | D．speak loudly and smoke as you like |
| A．Travelling | B．Chinese people like travelling abroad |
| C．Chinese tourists | D．Chinese people like to go shopping |
【推荐3】Do you love beautiful beaches, delicious food, interesting cities and friendly people?
If so, it’s a good idea to visit Thailand. Most visitors to Thailand spend some time in Bangkok (曼谷). It is the country’s capital. There are many great places of interesting Bangkok. If you don’t see the Grand Palace, your visit to Bangkok won’t be perfect.
It used to be the home of the Thai king. The building is fantastic!
Visiting Bangkok’s floating market is also fun. Colourful fruit and vegetables fill the market boats. You can buy fresh coconut juice or delicious food cooked right on a boat. However, you should be careful not to fall into the water when on a boat.
Railay has some of Thailand’s best beaches. You can’t drive there. You must go boat. Once you’re there, go snorkeling (浮潜) or just walk on the white sand beaches.
You can also go rock climbing. Everything is exciting.
In Chiang Mai, visit the Sunday market. You can buy all kinds of beautiful things there. Go to visit the Elephant Sanctuary and learn about these amazing animals. You can feed them, bathe them and swim with them.
There are so many wonderful things to enjoy in Thailand!
1. What does the underlined word “It” refer to?| A．Bangkok. | B．Thailand. | C．The Grand Palace. | D．The beach. |
| A．In Chiang Mai. | B．In the floating market. |
| C．In the Sunday market. | D．In the Elephant Sanctuary. |
| A．See fantastic buildings. | B．Taste delicious food. |
| C．Enjoy water sports. | D．Buy all kinds of beautiful things. |
| A．You have to take a boat to go to Railay. |
| B．The Grand Palace is one of the most famous attractions in Bangkok. |
| C．Visitors can buy anything at the floating market. |
| D．Chiang Mai is a good place for shopping and watching elephants. |
【推荐1】Every day, people pack their things and move to a new place. Why do people move? There are many reasons. Look around you. Do you know someone who has moved? Maybe they came from countryside, or from a nearby city or town. Perhaps they came from another country. It’s possible that you moved to the city that you live in now. Let’s look at the following important reasons people move.
Jobs
People move to find jobs and a better life. Sometimes, people move from the countryside to cities to get a job. In 1990, about a quarter of the people in China lived in cities. Today, over half of the Chinese people live in cities. People find a better way of life in other countries, too. In the 1950s, immigrants from Europe moved to Brazil to work in factories: Around the world, people move abroad to find new jobs and a better life.
When another city has good services, people want to move there. For example, families want to live in a city with good hospitals and schools. Sometimes people move from a city to area called suburbs. Suburbs are near the outside of the city. They are quiet and have wide streets. Suburbs have more space for schools, hospitals, clinics, shopping malls, and zoos. Families with young children like to live in suburbs.
New Experiences
Finally, people move when they want a change in their lives. Sometimes, older people move to places with better weather. Some students go to universities in another country to learn about other places. Whatever the reason is, people often move to find new experiences and a better life.
As you can see, people move for many reasons. Maybe someday you or someone you know will move, too!
1. The underlined word “immigrants” probably means “________”.| A．people who move around | B．people who love their jobs |
| C．people who always stay at home | D．people who make their homes in new places |
| A．Wide streets | B．Quiet life | C．Good services | D．Enough space |
| A．where people find new jobs | B．how people live in big cities |
| C．why people move to new places | D．when people want to make changes |
“Smart House” System in Everyday Life
“Smart House” system will play an important part in our daily life.
Before you go to bed, press the “sleep” button beside the bed. The computer system closes the windows, turns off lights and adjusts (调节) temperature for you.
Inside the toilet next to the bedroom, there is an examination system. It can tell from your urine (尿) and blood pressure if you’re OK. If there’s something wrong, the system will ask you to see a doctor.
There’s a set outside the house. It tells the computer inside the house the temperature outside. It can tell how strong the wind outside is. The computer then controls the temperature and the windows. It makes the house comfortable. At the same time, it helps save energy.Cooking is easy in the “smart house”. The computer knows all kinds of recipes (食谱). Videos show you how to cook.
There’s a video camera on the gate. It can read people’s faces. If the computer sees a stranger, he or she can’t get in. Only when the owner welcomes someone can he or she get into the house.
1. The computer system can adjust the temperature and clean the bed for you.2. The system will ask you to see a doctor if there’s something wrong with you.
3. The computer can make the house comfortable and help save energy.
4. The computer can not only show you how to cook but also cook for you.
5. Only the owner can get into the house according to the passage.
【推荐3】Everyone loves to have a garden. But do you know how to grow a garden?
Decide the place where to grow a garden first. If you has a yard,
The second thing you should decide is the type of garden. Do you want a vegetable garden, a flower garden or a combination (结合) of both? That is because different plants grow in different weather conditions (状况).
You also need to design (设计) your garden. Decide where to grow tomatoes, carrots or flowers. Make a perfect plan to make your garden look more beautiful. It’s also a good idea to cover some green grass on other space of the garden.
You’d better ask someone who has lots of gardening experience.
| A．You can have a picnic on the grass |
| B．it’s too small to grow many vegetables |
| C．it’s big enough to grow your dream garden |
| D．This article will help you with gardening |
| E．Tell me what your dream garden would be like |
| F．You know that some plants can’t grow without sunlight |
| G．Some plants need more water while some grow well in dry conditions |
【推荐1】On Jan. 26, people around the world were shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Kobe Bryant, one of the NBA’s most legendary players. The 41-year-old, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna Bryant and seven others died when their helicopter crashed in California, US.
People from all walks of life have respected the late basketball superstar — not just for his achievements on the court, but for his sincere personality and the inspiration he provided to so many people.
In the basketball world, Bryant ranks among the top players of all time. Fans remember him as the player who helped the Los Angeles Lakers win five NBA championships during his 20-year-long career. He started out as a basketball prodigy who skipped college and took his talents directly to the NBA: His deadly agility and aggressive tactics earned him the nickname Black Mamba. That’s why his competitive philosophy is known as the “Mamba Mentality”.
“Mamba Mentality is you’re going, you’re competing, you’re not worried about the end result,” Bryant said. “It’s all about focusing on the process and trusting in the hard work when it matters most.” Off the court, he was known as a successful businessman, buying stakes(股份) in several companies, including Alibaba and Dell. He also left footprints in the movie industry, winning an Oscar in 2018 with his short film Dear Basketball.
He was also known as a proud family man. His friend, baseball star Derek Jeter, remembered him as such in an essay: “Throughout our friendship, the most meaningful conversations we had — they were always about family.”
As the Los Angeles Times noted, Bryant became stronger because of his skill, hard work and tireless pursuit of victory. His legacy will live on long after his death.
1. What do we know about the crash?| A．Nine people were killed. | B．The helicopter crashed in Florida. | C．The crash happened on Jan. 25 |
| A．For his achievements. | B．For his genuine personality and inspiration. | C．Both A and B |
| A．caring about the final result | B．working hard in the moment | C．focusing on school studies |
| A．loved his family very much | B．was good at doing business | C．had many true friends |
| A．How Bryant’s helicopter crashed. |
| B．Why Bryant chose to be a basketball player. |
| C．Why so many people felt sad about Bryant’s death. |
【推荐2】This is a Chinese boy, and his name is Bob. He is 10. He is in No. 8 Middle School, and his English teacher is Miss. Li. She is a good teacher. Bob likes her very much.
1. Bob is___________.| A．Chinese | B．English | C．American | D．Australian |
| A．Mr. Li | B．Miss. Zhao | C．Miss. Li | D．Miss. Liu |
| A．his father | B．his mother | C．his English teacher | D．his classmate |
| A．8 | B．9 | C．11 | D．10 |
| A．No. 2 | B．No. 8 | C．No.7 | D．No.18 |
【推荐3】Amy Hagadorrn was a third-grader at an elementary school. One day in the school hallway, she ran into a tall boy from the fifth grade. “Watch it!” the boy shouted at him. Then he took hold of his right leg and mimicked(模仿) the way Amy walked.
Back home at the dinner table that evening, Amy was quiet. Her mother knew that things were not going well at school. She want to make her daughter happy. So she told her “There’s a Christmas wish competition on the radio,” Amy’s mom said. “Write a letter to Santa, and you might win a prize.”
The competition sounded like fun. Amy started thinking about what she wanted most for Christmas. Then she wrote:
Dear Santa Claus,
My name is Amy. I am nine years old. I have a problem at school. Can you help me Santa? Kids make fun of me because of the way I walk and run and talk. I have cerebral palsy(脑性瘫痪). I just want one day when no one does it.
When Amy’s letter arrived at the radio station, manager Lee Tobin read it carefully. He thought it would be good for the people in Fort Wayne to hear about this special third-grader and her unusual wish. Mr. Tobin called up the local newspaper.
The next day, a picture of Amy and her letter to Santa made the front page of the local newspaper. The story spread quickly.
Soon cards and letters to Amy arrived daily from across the nation. Through them, Amy saw a world full of people who truly cared about each other. She didn’t feel lonely anymore. And she did get her wish of a special day without being made fun of at school.
1. How did Amy’s mother know that Amy had trouble at school?| A．Amy couldn’t help crying. | B．Amy kept silent at dinner. |
| C．Amy’s teacher called her. | D．Amy ate nothing that night. |
| A．Making many friends at school. | B．Receiving letters from strangers. |
| C．Having one day without being made fun of. | D．Appearing in the front page of the local newspaper. |
| A．He wrote a letter to Amy. | B．He sent Amy a Christmas gift. |
| C．He invited Amy to the radio station. | D．He told the local newspaper Amy’s story. |
| A．Amy’s parents. | B．Cards and letters. |
| C．The people in Fort Wayne. | D．Mr. Tobin and the radio station. |
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This is street-ball. It’s much like basketball. But it’s faster. People play it outside and it’s interesting. Usually, children play street-ball on an open court. They use only half of the court. What they need is a basketball goal (球框). Children love lots of things about the game. “It’s very nice to be outside in the sun. And the music is great”, said Jane, fourteen, a girl in Beijing.
Some say street-ball was from Europe (欧洲), others say it came from America. But now, boys and girls in many countries like to play it. Street-ball is a game for all.
1. Street-ball is much like _________.
| A．basketball | B．tennis |
| C．football | D．badminton |
| A．院子 | B．球场 | C．宫殿 | D．法院 |
| A．The game is over in twelve minutes. |
| B．People usually play a street-ball outside. |
| C．Only girls like to play the game. |
| D．They use only half of the court. |
| A．Different Ball Games |
| B．Street-ball: An Exciting Game |
| C．How to Play Street-ball |
| D．Street-ball And Basketball |
I am an English girl. My name is Mary. I’m twelve. My dad and mom are English teachers. I have a brother（哥哥）. His name is Tom and he is thirteen years old. We are in China now. We are in Beijing No. 4 Junior High School. Tom is in Class 4, Grade 7 and I am in Class 9, Grade 7. I have a dog. My dog looks strong. It has a big mouth and two big black ears. We have many(许多) Chinese friends here.They are good.
1. Mary comes from the U.K(英国).
2. Mary and Tom are in the same class, but they are in different grades.
3. Mary’s dog’s mouth and ears are big.
4. The dog’s ears are white.
5. Tom and Mary have many friends in China.
