1 . Travel allows us to experience the world. But as we travel, we are also leaving our footprint on every place we visit. This is why culturally immersive (沉浸) travel is so important. Because the wrong kind of travel negatively affects the world. One of the reasons we started this blog was to help others travel better and feel comfortable getting off the beaten path, interacting with locals, and take you “Beyond the traditional Bucketlist”, if you will.
People who only get 2-weeks off per year are often just looking for an easy destination with a beach to relax on. This isn’t travel. This is a vacation. But “Immersive Travel” or “Cultural Travel” is an entirely new type of trip. It is about experiencing and preserving the various traditions around the world. It’s about being open to new experiences and willing to step into another’s shoes. Cultural travel is jumping in with both feet and leaving your idea about what your trip should be behind you. It’s eating local dishes and sleeping in guesthouses. It’s building genuine connections with locals. It’s learning about the history of a country and leaving your trip with a greater understanding of the place you came to see and the people who live there.
Often times in today’s age, “travelers” will visit a country just to snap some photos of the famous sights to post on Instagram or to drink the night away, or even just to relax on a tropical beach. But that kind of vacation can be harmful to the very communities you’re traveling to.
Beyond supporting the local communities and the preservation of local customs and traditions, you’ll also experience some personal benefits through cultural travels. There’s simply no way to travel this way with a closed mind. You’ll get to know different cultures intimately and understand them a lot better. You’ll also become less judgmental of others the more you travel.
1. What’s the author’s purpose in writing the first paragraph?| A．To stress the negative influence of travel. |
| B．To describe the importance of cultural travel. |
| C．To recommend a totally different type of travel. |
| D．To convey his unique feelings about cultural travel. |
| A．establish close connections with the locals during the travel |
| B．choose a tourist attraction for adventure and exploration |
| C．show more interest in the history of a travel destination |
| D．post the photos taken in the journey on the social media |
| A．It is focused on studying local people's lifestyle. |
| B．Its travelers should be open-minded and understanding. |
| C．It is a specific way to make judgments of other cultures. |
| D．Its major concern is preserving local traditions and customs. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．A blog post. |
| C．A historic magazine. | D．An encyclopedia website. |
2 . I spend 99 percent of my time writing about others. However, so many people have encouraged me to turn the tables and write about my own running journey, that I’ve decided to try “first person” for once.
Sunday, November 11, 2018 will forever be a treasured memory. It was a near-perfect first-time marathon experience. The weather was perfect and the sun was shining, but more than that, I truly felt the love of family and friends the whole day.
For more than a year, my goal was to run my first marathon before the age of 50. But my long term goal is to stay healthy enough to continue running the rest of my life. I had all but given up on the possibility of ever running again, after cracking(断裂) my kneecap at the age of 16. I tried to get back into running in my 20’s and 30’s, and finally five years ago at the age of 44 thanks to yoga, ballet & Pilates cross training, I was strong enough! I can’t imagine “not running” ever again, now that I’ve rediscovered it. Running inspires and challenges me, and in return, I hope my story inspires others. It’s never “too late” to do anything you set your mind to do.
Some of the runs I cherish the most take place with my daughters, when they are home from college or work, or when I can join them for a run where they live. How many teenage “kids” actually WANT to be seen in public with their mom, let alone be seen running with her? We have done lots of 5Ks together and they are some of my favorite races. Every run over the past year formed a building block for the marathon, and my journey has introduced me to many special people, including my beloved ones.
1. How does the writer describe her first Marathon?| A．A pitiful moment. | B．A valuable experience. |
| C．An amazing legend. | D．A great honor and success. |
| A．To share her precious memory. |
| B．To touch the readers with a sad story. |
| C．To tell the readers she was not expert at running. |
| D．To show that it takes determination to reach a goal. |
| A．Marathon is a race made up of daily runs. |
| B．The author gets on well with her daughters. |
| C．Many special people guide the author on her running journeys. |
| D．The author has done lots of 5Ks together with different teenager kids. |
3 . On the evening of April 8, Dunhuang Academy and Huawei jointly launched (发布) a brand-new technology-driven tour experience at the Mogao Grottoes (洞穴). Using Huawei's newly-released Hetu artificial intelligence platform, coupled with the output of the Digital Dunhuang project, visitors to the Mogao Grottoes can enjoy a fantasy experience before entering the attraction.
Zhao Shengliang, director of the Dunhuang Academy, said that it has been cooperating with Huawei since March 2019. Using Huawei's latest Hetu technology, visitors are able to see the detailed contents of the Dunhuang Art Murals (壁画) outside the caves, through their Huawei mobile phones. This will reduce the time tourists spend inside the cave, aiding the protection of the cultural relics, while at the same time helping to increase the amount of information visitors can get. It is also considered to be a new way of promoting Dunhuang Art.
The Dunhuang Academy has used digital technology to preserve the research and exploration of Dunhuang Grottoes since the early 1990s. It has collected a wealth of data and has realized the goal of sharing of digital Dunhuang globally. It has played an important role in the protection and research of cultural site, as well as promoting the development and progress of related work.
The Huawei Hetu platform has not only re-created the real tour of the scenic spot, but also developed a new way of digitally experiencing the grottoes. When people visit the site, they not only have the experience of seeing the real grottoes, but they can appreciate the admirable artworks more clearly and in greater detail.
In the future, Dunhuang Academy will continue to cooperate with Huawei to create more colorful virtual(虚拟的) content to enrich the experience of Mogao Art on the platform, helping people around the world get to know Dunhuang Art better.
1. Which is NOT the advantage of the Hetu technology?| A．Decrease the cost of the visitors. |
| B．Reduce the time visitors spend inside the cave. |
| C．Help to protect the cultural relics. |
| D．Provide more information for tourists. |
| A．Doubtful. | B．Subjective. |
| C．Hopeful. | D．Concerned. |
| A．Huawei Newly Released Hetu AI |
| B．Dunhuang Grottoes Attract Tourists |
| C．AI Tech Helps Tourists Enjoy Dunhuang’s Art |
| D．Dunhuang Academy Preserves Grottoes Well |
4 . I often hear some of you saying, "I don't care what other people think! I do whatever I want!" There is a strong wish for independence in adolescence (青春期)and you say you only care about your own opinion. But be honest - don't you care about what certain people think? Most teenagers have a circle of people who can influence them.They care very much about what this circle of people think, especially about them.
Most teenagers want to be independent, but they don't want to be alone. They don't want to stand out, away from the crowd. They want to have connection to other people, especially other teenagers.
During adolescence, friendships with other teens become very important. They care about what other teenagers think because they want to be accepted and they are afraid of what other people think. Fear makes them care.
Some teenagers are leaders and some are followers. You might think that teenage leaders don't care what other people think, but that is not true. After all, a leader really isn't a leader unless other people follow. If leaders don't care about what followers think, those followers may leave and follow someone else. Followers care about what the leader thinks because they want to be part of the group.
There is a famous playwright named William Shakespeare. In one of his plays, Hamlet, the character Hamlet said, "To thine own self be true." In other words, whatever you do, always be true to yourself. Sure, teenagers can care about what other people think of them, but the most important thing is what they think of themselves. This is one of the most important tasks that teenagers should have.
1. What do we know about teenagers from the text?| A．They value friendship. | B．They have difficulty making friends. |
| C．They are deaf to others' advice. | D．They keep themselves away from others. |
| A．Teenagers prefer to be leaders. |
| B．Teenage leaders must listen to followers. |
| C．Teenage followers should read leaders' mind. |
| D．Teenage leaders and followers should care about each other. |
| A．Think of others around you. | B．Do what you think is right. |
| C．Make friends whenever possible. | D．Go easy on yourself and others. |
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6 . New Mexico claims 465 miles of Route 66's Chicago to Los Angeles journey. There are numerous attractive places. Here are four of them.
Gallup Trading Center
ADDRESS: 223 W Historic Highway 66, Gallup, NM 87301-6321
PHONE:+1 505-722-4762
Sitting on the edge of the Navajo Nation, Gallup is a center for Native American art， including Richardson Trading Co. where Navajo textiles（纺织品）pile in a room devoted to one of the nation＇s many art forms. Silver jewelry（珠宝） line glass decorates every wall， including the delicate designs Zuni artists have mastered. It's a perfect place to purchase a souvenir to remember a Route 66 road trip through New Mexico.
Blue Swallow Motel
ADDRESS:815 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucumcari, NM 88401
PHONE:+1 575-461-9849
Road trippers can put up at several hotels preserved from decades ago in Tucumcari, including the Blue Swallow Motel. The hotel dates back to 1939 and continues to be family-owned and operated today. Inside, the rooms have decorations from the peaceful days of American road trips, for example rolling phones. The most desiring suite is named after the long-time owner Lillian Redman.
Route 66 Auto Museum
ADDRESS: 2436 U.S. Rte 66, Santa Rosa, NM 88435
PHONE:+1 575-472-1966
The museum run by a couple is a must-visit for its collection of classic and old-fashioned cars. The owner has been in the vehicle restoration business for 40 years, so the small museum has a variety of luxury cars. The warehouse-like space is also listed in Route 66 memorabilia, including gas station signs and pumps.
Route 66 Diner
ADDRESS:1405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4801
PHONE:+1 505-247-1421
Route 66 Diner is a traditional soda fountain that serves hamburgers, drinks, and malts on the edge of Nob Hill. A wall here is covered with classic road signs and is a must-have Instagram photo for many visitors.
1. What can people do in Gallup Trading Center?| A．Meet some Zuni artists. |
| B．Buy some materials to make clothes. |
| C．Appreciate some traditional art forms. |
| D．Get a piece of small jewelry as a souvenir. |
| A．Both are richly decorated. |
| B．Both provide refueling service. |
| C．Both are family-owned businesses. |
| D．Both have a history of about 40 years. |
| A．223 W Historic Highway 66, Gallup,NM 87301-6321. |
| B．1405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4801. |
| C．815 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucum cari, NM 88401. |
| D．2436 U.S. Rte 66,SantaRosa,NM 88435. |
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8 . PERU is a country on the Pacific coast of South America with three main areas: narrow, dry, flat land running along the coast, the Andes Mountains, and the Amazon rainforest.
In the 1400s and 1500s, Peru was the centre of the powerful ancient Inca Empire. The Inca emperor lived in the now-famous site Machu Picchu. Spain took control of Peru in the 16th century and ruled until 1821.
Amazon Rainforest Tour
This four-day walking tour will take you will take you on amazing paths through the Andes Mountains on the way to the city of Machu Picchu. After reaching your destination, you will have a day to explore and be amazed by this ancient city.
Cusco Tour
Spend four days enjoying the unique Spanish and local Indian culture high in the Andes at Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire from the 13th until the 16th century. Stay in a local hotel, visit the museums, admire the architecture, enjoy the excellent local food, and go shopping at the local markets.
Lake Titicaca Tour
Enjoy the beautiful countryside as you spend a day driving along the new highway connecting Cusco to Lake Titicaca. There,a boat will take you to stay with a local Uros family on an island for three days.
So come and experience what Peru has to offer: everything from the ancient Inca culture and centuries-old Spanish villages to deep rainforests, high mountains, and a beautiful coastline.
For more brochures about other package tours around Peru, contact us at tourinfo@travelperu. org.
| A．Machu Picchu Tour |
| B．The Andes Mountains |
| C．Especially amazing is the Incas’ dry stone method of building. |
| D．It is for this reason that Spanish is the main official language of Peru. |
| E．Both the island and the Uros homes are made of water plants from the lake. |
| F．A short flight from Cusco takes you from the Andes into the Amazon rainforest. |
| G．Temple stands in the east slopes of the Andes, surrounded by the Amazon River basin. |
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During her decades of paper cutting she
After the COVID-19 outbreak, Wang gave online lectures on paper cutting, attracting 100, 000 viewers and teaching students
10 . While my grandfather was in hospital, I flew to see him. I was fearful I wouldn't see him again.
When reaching his hospital room, I was
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The next morning I had to leave. I kept
A week after I returned home, I received a/an
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