1 . Races
Virtual (虚拟的) races — but the running is real! Here are some of the best online races.
RAINBOWS VIRTUAL 5K
This is a fun run designed to be completed in any way that is proper for you — whether you run or walk in the garden, dance and walk fast along with your dog. All the organisers ask is that you complete 5K — in one go or over several days of your choice.
£20, rainbows.co.uk/events/rainbows-virtual-5k-2020
MILTON KEYNES MARATHON WEEKEND VIRTUAL 5K
Part of the yearly September Milton Keynes running festival, this year you can complete the 5K virtually. Complete it in your own time — in the garden or on an exercise machine if need be. You can also complete it in smaller runs.
£18, mkmarathon.com/virtual-race
10K GARDEN CHALLENGE
A virtual race you can complete in your garden or at a local open space or park. Put on your shoes and complete 10K as speedily as you can. The event helps raise money for mental (精神的) health, with 15% of the entry fee (报名费) being given to Bath Mind. By the way, the medal is environment-friendly.
£15, womensrunning.co.uk/news/keep-motivated-with-our-womens-running-virtual-challenges
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL VIRTUAL
Sign up with the virtual running club and compete in weekly events alongside runners from around the world. Challenges include running an 8K and 15K in one weekend or running a 15K within a 30-hour time window. Running challenges are all free to enter, but you can buy merchandise (商品) and medals if you want to add to your wall.
Free to join, buy your medals from £20, runrocknrollvr.com
1. If Mary wants to run just for fun, she will most likely visit _____.| A．runrocknrollvr.com |
| B．mkmarathon.com/virtual-race |
| C．rainbows.co.uk/events/rainbows-virtual-5k-2020 |
| D．womensrunning.co.uk/news/keep-motivated-with-our-womens-running-virtual-challenges |
| A．ROCK ‘N’ ROLL VIRTUAL. |
| B．RAINBOWS VIRTUAL 5K. |
| C．10K GARDEN CHALLENGE. |
| D．MILTON KEYNES MARATHON WEEKEND VIRTUAL 5K. |
| A．It is held once a year. |
| B．It welcomes local runners only. |
| C．It requires people to pay the entry fee. |
| D．It offers different choices to people. |
2 . Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is also the most neglected (被忽视的). Common reasons for not eating breakfast include having no time, not feeling hungry, traditional dislike and dieting.
Breakfast simply means “break the fast”. Your body spends at least 6 to 12 hours each night in a fasting state. In the morning your body needs energy for the day’s work ahead.
A good breakfast should provide 1/3 of your total calorie needs for the day. On average, we eat 400 less calories for breakfast than for dinner. If you don’t feel like having breakfast in the morning, try eating a lighter dinner earlier in the evening or save half of your dinner for breakfast in the morning.
If you still aren’t hungry in the morning, start with something small like juice or toast or have a nutritious (有营养的) mid-morning snack later when you are hungry.
So, you say you are on a diet. Some people fear that eating breakfast will make them hungrier during the day and they will eat more. It is true that eating breakfast is likely to make you feel hungry throughout the day. That is because your body is working correctly. Although you may feel as if you are eating more all day long, in reality you are probably not.
Not eating breakfast can also cause you overeat, since a fall in blood sugar often makes you feel very hungry later. To make matters worse, since your body is in a slow state, it will not be able to burn those extra calories very efficiently (有效地). If you feed your body healthy snacks and meals throughout the day, you are less likely to become hungry and stuff (填饱) yourself as soon as you begin to eat.
Since breakfast is the first and most important meal of the day, choosing the right food is important. The best breakfast foods are fruits, juice, lean meat and grain products such as bread, rice, noodles and cereals.
1. Which meal is the most neglected according to the passage?| A．Supper. | B．Breakfast. | C．Lunch. | D．Dinner. |
| A．see a doctor to have an examination | B．have a good supper |
| C．go to a restaurant to enjoy a good meal | D．have a little supper |
| A．work out of order | B．produce too much energy |
| C．work well | D．feel hungry quicker |
| A．persuades us to have a good breakfast |
| B．tells us what food isn’t suitable for breakfast |
| C．tells us what food we should have for breakfast |
| D．describes when and how we should have our breakfast |
3 . Why do Chinese people love hot pot so much? As the winter months are coming in, more and more people are sitting around a table enjoying this kind of traditional meal. I find myself wondering what it is about this traditional meal, which has existed for more than 1,000 years. What makes it a Chinese food favorite? It seems that the answer lies beyond the dish itself.
Hot pot isn’t just designed to keep you warm during the cold months; it’s also a social experience. It’s a “theater” cooked food that turns a meal into an event. There is a lot of fun for everyone to have in adding some foods to the hot pot.
Hot pot is eaten over two to three hours. For this reason, it is often considered an evening’s entertainment, and a time to spend with friends and families. However, many Westerners would be put off by the idea of other people sticking chopsticks in their food. When we come to eat at the table in the UK, we often have our own shares, although the experience is still a social one.
A similar experience to the hot pot can be found in Korean barbecue restaurants, which let you cook your own meat. This allows people to have their meat done however they want.
For most Westerners, the idea of going to a restaurant to cook their own food is very strange. But having a go, I find it’s now one of my favorite meals in Beijing. The steam from the pot left my clothes smelling of food when I got home, but perhaps this was also part of the experience. When the cold wind is blowing outside, I am sitting around with my good friends, eating and drinking. For me it’s like a dinner party where my taste buds (味蕾) and my appetite are equally satisfied in the warm company of friends.
1. What is the main reason why hot pot is popular in China?| A．It has a history of over 1,000 years. |
| B．It is a fun social experience. |
| C．It serves people with many kinds of foods. |
| D．It keeps people very warm in winter. |
| A．More than four hours. | B．Over one hour. |
| C．About three hours. | D．All the evening. |
| A．enjoy cooking their own food in restaurants |
| B．prefer a Korean barbecue to Chinese hot pot |
| C．don’t like sharing food with others in restaurants |
| D．don’t mind the smell of food staying on their clothes |
4 . A sailor(船员) in one of Christopher Columbus’s three ships is eagerly(渴望地) looking for land. In the sailor’s eagerness to
Greatly excited, the rest of the ship’s sailors run to the side quickly. They are
As the ship moves forward, the sailor’s mistake is made
When Columbus
| A．discuss | B．cover | C．describe | D．find |
| A．trip | B．mistake | C．promise | D．decision |
| A．happy | B．proud | C．calm | D．patient |
| A．enjoyed | B．built | C．seen | D．used |
| A．known | B．understood | C．attractive | D．popular |
| A．choice | B．joke | C．study | D．fight |
| A．book | B．oil | C．room | D．fire |
| A．strange | B．clear | C．friendly | D．funny |
| A．ships | B．planes | C．islands | D．farms |
| A．swam | B．sailed | C．fell | D．disappeared |
| A．common | B．dangerous | C．difficult | D．comfortable |
| A．radio | B．bed | C．fridge | D．kitchen |
| A．hitting | B．stopping | C．burning | D．moving |
| A．dirt | B．water | C．food | D．clothes |
| A．written | B．believed | C．remembered | D．heard |
5 . Are you looking for a place to spend a holiday? Here are two great beaches for you to consider.
Yasawa Island Beach, Fiji
The Yasawa Islands are popular for unspoiled(未经破坏的) beaches and clear bluegreen waters. Many mountains stand nearby as well. They offer people a muchneeded break from their busy lives.With natural beauty and a lot of sunshine, the islands have become a perfect place to relax. Popular with backpackers, the South Pacific islands also offer many activities such as sailing, visiting local villages and enjoying an evening on the beach with campfires and barbecues. In particular, the Yasawa Island Beach is an affordable relaxing place for tourists.
Eagle Beach, Aruba
Even if you are not one of many American students taking a break from the stresses of college life, you have probably heard people talk about the island—how it offers wild adventures and relaxing activities. No one can say “no” to its Caribbean charm(魅力). In particular, if you have been to Eagle Beach, you will never regret the trip to Aruba.Like an eagle that spreads its wings widely, the beach is known for its long coastline.The Eagle Beach is also known for its soft white sands and clear waters. However, what you can see is not just a wide view of sand and sea. If you’re lucky, you can observe sea turtle hatchlings(幼崽) as they make their way to the ocean.
1. What are the Yasawa Islands popular for?| A．Beaches and waters. | B．Campfires and barbecues. |
| C．Warm weather all the year round. | D．Different kinds of exciting activities. |
| A．People often talk about the island. | B．The island’s charm is widely known. |
| C．American students often go to the island. | D．The wild adventures are attractive to the locals. |
| A．people to hold parties | B．sea turtles to lay eggs |
| C．birds to look for food | D．eagles to have a rest |
6 . Here are several great castles in Bavaria of Germany.
Veste Coburg
The Veste Coburg in Oberfranken is one of the most awesome (令人敬畏的) castles in Bavaria. It was built in the 11th century. Martin Luther actually lived here in the 1530s for six months. You will also find samples of great Bavarian woodwork here.
Burg zu Burghausen
The largest castle in Europe is right in Bavaria—Burg zu Burghausen. Built in the 13th century, the castle is over 3,300 feet long. A visit here will take you back to medieval (中世纪的) times and every castle hunter likes it.
Residenz in Munich
Munich has one of the finest German castles to be found in Bavaria. The Residenz, as it is known, was the home of the Wittelsbach family, and King Ludwig Ⅱ (1845-1886) of Bavaria spent a lot of time here as a child. The palace is a must-see on any trip to Bavaria.
Neues Schloss
In Wagner’s Bayreuth (the composer settles here in his later years), you can find Neues Schloss. Built in 1753 and 1754, the palace has beautiful woodwork. If you enjoy the Rococo style of architecture, you do not want to miss this castle.
King Ludwig Ⅱ’s Castles
There are three other castles in Bavaria that are known as “King Ludwig Ⅱ’s Castles”. They are Linderhof Palace, Schloss Herrenchiemsee and Schloss Neuschwanstein. These castles are masterpieces, even though two of the three were even never finished. King Ludwig built these awesome castles which inspire your imagination.
1. Compared to the other castles mentioned in the passage, what is special for Burg zu Burghausen?| A．Strangest. | B．Oldest. |
| C．Largest. | D．Tallest. |
| A．The castle Neues Schloss is a must-see on any trip to Bavaria. |
| B．The castle Neues Schloss inspired many pieces of Wagner’s music. |
| C．The castle Neues Schloss is most famous for its beautiful woodwork. |
| D．The castle Neues Schloss will attract people fond of the Rococo style of architecture. |
| A．He lacked willpower. |
| B．He lacked imagination. |
| C．He liked building castles. |
| D．He was a very poor king. |
7 . Little remains of the original Potala Palace built in the seventh century, as a place of meditation by King Songtsen Gampo on the occasion of his marriage to Princess Wencheng of the Tang Court. Standing atop the Red Hill in Lhasa, the current structure dates from the 17th century; it was rebuilt by the 5th Dalai Lama and became the Winter Palace for Dalai Lamas from that time. The 13-storey building of 1,000 rooms can be seen from many miles away.
The Potala is divided into two sections—an outer section, the White Palace, and an inner section, the Red Palace, the latter containing the temples and reliquary (遗骨) tombs of the Dalai Lamas. The entire building is a structure of stone and timber. At a height of 117 metres, the Potala was the world’s tallest building until 20th-century architects designed cityscapes of new buildings that far surpassed the Potala in height—but not in its architectural majesty (威严).
There are small palaces within grand palaces. The Potala stands so high that it looks like a magnificent castle in the heavens. The statues of King Songtsen Gampo and Princess Wencheng are the worship. Among the eight tomb pagodas (塔) of the Dalai Lamas, the tomb of the fifth Dalai Lama is the most extravagant (奢侈的), standing 14 metres high. Eleven thousand ounces of gold were used in the gold plating, and the designs and decorations are all inlaid with diamonds and pearls as well as turquoise (绿宝石), agate (玛瑙), and coral stones.
1. The best title for this passage is “________”.| A．The Potala Palace—a Treasure House | B．The Highest Architecture in the World |
| C．The Red Hill of Lhasa | D．The Most Expensive Palace in the World |
| A．has been well protected for visitors |
| B．can be seen by visitors nowadays |
| C．doesn't exist today |
| D．was well conserved by Princess Wencheng of the Tang Court |
| A．mud and stone | B．concrete and timber |
| C．stone and timber | D．steel and concrete |
| A．King Songtsen Gampo was buried in it |
| B．Princess Wencheng of the Tang Court was buried in it |
| C．the Potala was rebuilt by him |
| D．he collected the most treasure during his rule |
8 . A long, long time ago, a terrible drought plagued the earth. Ten suns burned fiercely in the sky like smoldering volcanoes.
The King of Heaven sent Hou Yi down to the earth to help. When Hou Yi arrived, he took out his red bow and white arrows and shot down nine suns one after another. The weather immediately turned cooler.
One day, a charming young woman, Chang’ e, makes her way home from a stream, holding a bamboo container. A young man comes forward, and asks for a drink. When she sees the red bow and white arrows hanging from his belt, Chang’ e realizes that he is their saviour, Hou Yi. Inviting him to drink, Chang’ e plucks a beautiful flower and gives it to him as a token of respect. Hou Yi, in turn, selects a beautiful silver fox fur as his gift for her. This meeting kindles the spark of their love, and soon after that, they get married.
Out of respect for the good deeds he has done, the Western Queen Mother rewards Hou Yi with an elixir (仙丹) , saying, “If you and your wife share their elixir, you will both enjoy eternal life. But if only one of you takes it, that one will ascend to Heaven and become immortal.”
A wicked man named Feng Meng overhears this. He kills Hou Yi, runs to Hou Yi’s home and tries to force Chang’ e to give him the elixir. Without hesitating, Chang’ e picks up the elixir and drinks it all. Soon the elixir begins to have its effect and Chang’e feels herself being lifted towards Heaven.
1. Which of the following statements is TRUE?| A．Hou Yi was a wicked man sent down to the earth by the King of Heaven. |
| B．Hou Yi destroyed the earth by shooting down nine suns. |
| C．The King of Heaven sent Hou Yi down to the earth to kill humans. |
| D．Hou Yi did a good deed for the earth by shooting down nine suns. |
| A．he is asking for a drink |
| B．he is strong and handsome |
| C．she respects him as a saviour |
| D．she gives everyone she meets a flower as a custom |
| A．because he loves Chang’e dearly |
| B．for shooting down the nine suns |
| C．for killing the wicked man named Feng Meng secretly |
| D．because Chang’e falls in love with him |
9 . What’s on at the London Canal Museum
While rules related to COVID-19 remain in place, there are no physical events in the London Canal Museum. The museum is now closed to visitors. Our programme of talks, on the first Thursday evening of each month, continues online and will remain online until we are able to resume (重新开始) talks in the museum and audiences are happy to come to them. Some of our talks are available to watch again on YouTube (youtube.com/canalmuseum). Usually the talks are also broadcast live on Facebook (facebook.com/canalmuseum).
Temporary Exhibitions (展览)
·Angel Canal Festival over the Years
This is an online exhibition of pictures that show the joy of the yearly festival over the years. Unhappily there was no festival in 2021. Enjoy some views of past festivals.
·Industrial Islington
This exhibition is online and also in the museum. It’s about the canal’s industrial past in the London Borough of Islington. The focus is on the industry but also the people who lived and worked and played beside the waterway. The date is yet to be decided.
·Virtual Tour of Hanwell Locks
Explore London’s longest flight from home.
Children’s Holiday Activities
Holiday activities for children will be put off until the winter holidays of 2022 and resumption will depend on government guidance in place at that time.
Tunnel Boat Trips
We hope to restart a limited programme of guided tunnel boat trips in November 2021 but this will only be possible once social distancing is no longer required.
1. What do we know about talks of the London Canal Museum?| A．They are being held online. |
| B．They are held every week. |
| C．They can all be watched again online. |
| D．They have been started again in the museum. |
| A．It includes guided boat trips. |
| B．It needs to be booked online. |
| C．It has been cancelled due to COVID-19. |
| D．It has attracted a large number of visitors. |
| A．Industrial Islington. |
| B．Virtual Tour of Hanwell Locks. |
| C．Children’s Holiday Activities. |
| D．Tunnel Boat Trips. |
10 . Walter Peak High Country Farm on the western shores of Lake Wakatipu is famous in history. Its sheltered bays were used as camping sites by Maori travelling to the Mararoa and Oreti Rivers to hunt moas and gather expeditions.
Things to do
Situated on picturesque Lake Wakatipu’s western shores, the farm is the perfect place to spend a few relaxing hours. The Farm Tour itself is a wonderful experience for the whole family, with something to keep everyone entertained and happy. The rural host will meet you after you leave the steamboat and take you for a walking tour of the farmyard. The first stop is the holding pens(畜栏), where you can feed the sheep and deer, and even get up close to the Scottish Highland cattle. Then walk slowly through the lakeside gardens to the charming Colonel’s Homestead for morning or afternoon tea. Afterwards the farmer will lead you over to the shearing shed(剪毛棚)where you can watch the farm dogs rounding up sheep on the hills, and see the farmer cut the wool off a sheep. You will then board the steamboat for your cruise back to Queenstown.
Ticket Information
Child Ticket $22.00
Adult Ticket $77.00
Visitor Information
Opening Time:10 a.m.
Closing Time:4 p.m.
Additional Information
All tickets purchased at MyFun must make a booking at +64-3441-8166. Please mention your MyFun barcode(条形码)number when making your booking. Please print out your voucher(收据)and take along with you to the attraction. Tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
1. What can tourists do during the Farm Tour?| A．Have morning tea. |
| B．Cut the wool off a sheep. |
| C．Hunt on the rivers with your family. |
| D．Run a steamboat by yourself. |
| A．$99. | B．$176. | C．$231. | D．$253. |
| A．Use the tickets after a year. |
| B．Tell the Farm their MyFun barcode number. |
| C．Call +64-3441-8166 to print out their voucher. |
| D．Take the voucher to the Farm. |
