1 . While beach vacations may be a great way to take your mind off work, people tend to forget about lakes, which can be as equally beautiful a travel destination as beach holidays. If you are looking for some peace on your vacation, we have some recommendations for you in the Caucasus.

1). Lake Van

Lake Van is the must－visit of all lakes on this list. The largest lake in Turkey, Lake Van is located on the eastern shore of Turkey and is also the most accessible lake there. It's situated at 5，380ft above sea level, and unique to lakes around the world, the water is high in salt content.

2) .Lake Cildir

Lake Cildir is located in Ardahan Province, East Turkey, near the borders of Georgia and Armenia. It is the second largest freshwater lake in Eastern Turkey, and many tourists are not aware of this beautiful attraction. Lake Cildir is surrounded by mountains of the Caucasus. The lake freezes during late November. If the winter is not harsh, you can try some lake activities like ice skating and ice fishing.

3). Lake Paravani

Lake Paravani is located in the south of Georgia. This time, the elevation(海拔)gets a little higher, as this lake is located at 6，801ft above sea level. At this level, altitude sickness can occur and it is a good idea to bring medication for altitude sickness. Being a volcanic lake makes for a more interesting experience. The lake is best known for fishing.

4). Lake Seven

Lake Seven is situated in the central part of Armenia, in Gegharkunik Province. It is the largest lake in Armenia, located at 6，200ft above sea level. Along the lake shore, there are various kinds of accommodation such as resorts and hotels, with plenty of activities to take part in, such as windsurfing, swimming and sunbathing. Meanwhile, do not forget to visit one of the famous cultural monuments, the Sevanavank Monastery(修道院), and it offers a great view of the lake as well.

1. If you go to Lake Cildir in early December, you________．

A．can't find comfortable accommodation because of the cold weather

B．can try lots of outdoor activities such as windsurfing and swimming

C．should take some medicine for altitude sickness

D．can try some lake activities like ice skating and ice fishing

2. What is the most distinctive (独特的) feature of Lake Paravani?

A．It is the second largest freshwater lake in Eastern Turkey.

B．It is a volcanic lake at a very high altitude.

C．It is the largest lake in Turkey.

D．It is surrounded by mountains of the Caucasus.

3. Which of the following statements is NOT true about Lake Seven?

A．It is the largest lake in Armenia.

B．It is situated in the central part of Armenia.

C．It is located at 6，801ft above sea level.

D．The famous Sevanavank Monastery is near the lake.

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SAFETY   RULES ON THE MTR TRAINS At the station: ◊Be patient. Line up on the platform (站台) and wait for the train. ◊Be polite. Let passengers get off first. ◊Do not rush onto the train. It is dangerous. ◊When you hear a “beep” sound, do not get on the train. The door is closing. Wait for another train. On the train: ◊Do not eat or drink on the train. It makes the train dirty. ◊Do not run on the train. ◊Give your seat to old men or women, the disabled or women carrying babies.

1. The text is mainly about how to __________________.

A．be a careful driver	B．buy MTR tickets
C．be a good passenger	D．keep safe at home

2. People who will get on the train should __________________.

A．wait in line

B．open the door

C．ask for help

D．leave the seats

3. When you hear a “beep” sound, ________________________.

A．close the door	B．rush onto the train
C．get off the train at once	D．stop and wait for the next train

4. The text is probably a __________________.

A．report

B．notice

C．diary

D．poem