1 . Why Traveling Is Essential for Personal Growth

There’s something about traveling that stirs up a sense of adventure within us all. It’s like a call to explore new places, meet new people, and create unforgettable memories.     1    . It’s also an essential tool for personal growth.

Giving you confidence

Traveling, especially for the first time, can be challenging. If you stay in the same place for a long time you become fearful of any change.     2    . But what if you take a risk and do it? You’ll definitely gain more confidence about traveling. The more challenges you come across during your travels, the stronger you become.

Redefining your comfort zone

It’s easy to get stuck in a routine and stay within your comfort zone.     3    . By actively seeking out new experiences, you’ll discover sides of yourself that you never knew existed and create unforgettable memories along the way.

Taking risks and facing challenges

While traveling, it’s not uncommon to encounter obstacles, but it’s all about how we overcome them and accept changes as part of the journey.     4    . This can be as simple as navigating (导航) a new city or as complicated as communicating with locals in a foreign language.

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It can be easy to get caught up in busy daily life. When you travel, you’re forced to slow down and really enjoy each experience. You get to enjoy all the little moments that make life so special, like sunsets in a new city or quiet conversations with strangers. Traveling helps us appreciate the beauty of the world around us and be grateful for what we have right here, right now.

A．Appreciating the present moment

B．Connecting with different cultures

C．Naturally, we appreciate what we have already accomplished

D．But traveling isn’t just about having fun and taking pretty pictures

E．We need to adapt and find creative solutions to unexpected situations

F．As a result, new places, faces or routines don’t seem as profitable as they really are

G．But pushing yourself outside of those boundaries can lead to rewarding experiences

3 . To talk about the speaker’s trip and experience
1. Activity 1: Read the following sentences. Put them in the right box.

Showing that you are listening

Exactly!       You’re right!          I see.       I know what you mean.       
No way!       You’re kidding!     Really?     I can’t believe it!            
Great!/Super!   That’s interesting.     Wow!       Tell me about it!

expressions of agreement or understanding
expressions of disbelief
expressions that show feelings, such as joy, excitement, or sadness
encouragement to say more

2. Activity 2: Work in groups. Imagine Justin is telling some friends about his trip to Guizhou. One of you is Justin and the rest of you are his friends. Ask Justin questions about his trip and experience.
Tips:
•Use the information in Justin and Wu Yue’s conversation.
•Use the expressions we mentioned just now to show that you are listening.
Sample:
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4 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. When is Weifang International Kite Festival held every year?

A．On the third Saturday in April.

B．On the third Sunday in March.

C．On the first Saturday in May.

2. How long do the kite flying competitions last?

A．Half a month.

B．About a week.

C．Two to three days.

3. Which is an on-traditional kite?

A．A swallow kite.

B．A bear kite.

C．A butterfly kite.

4. What can be known about the festival?

A．It’s fantastic and popular.

B．It’s a l00-year-old festival.

C．It’s only intended for kids.

5 . 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does Monica choose Tai Chi instead of yoga?

A．It enjoys popularity.

B．It requires less tension.

C．It reflects Chinese culture.

2. What’s the true significance of Tai Chi?

A．Maintaining balance.

B．Strengthening muscles.

C．Preventing diseases.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。1.

A．The possible existence of life on other planets.

B．Methods for building powerful new telescopes.

C．A technical problem that astronomers can’t solve

D．The discovery of planets orbiting distant stars.

2.

A．They studied variations in the appearance of the parent stars.

B．They were able to see the planets with a telescope.

C．They compared the parent stars to the Sun.

D．They sent astronauts on a mission into space

3.

A．Their surface features.	B．Their chemical composition.
C．Their temperature.	D．Their age.

4.

A．All the stars are orbited by their own planets.

B．We currently have a telescope that can be used to see other planets

C．By a very direct method, the astronomers measured subtle distortions.

D．By a very indirect method, the astronomers measured subtle distortions.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下对话。
1. What’s the man’s dream?

A．To be an artist.

B．To be a teacher.

C．To be a scientist.

2. What do we know about Copernicus’ theory?

A．It proved that the earth was still.

B．It was influenced by Newton and Einstein.

C．It is the basis of ideas about the universe today.

3. What was thought to be the center of the universe at the time of Copernicus?

A．The earth.

B．The sun.

C．God.

4. Why did Copernicus publish his theory when he was dying?

A．He wasn’t sure of his theory until then.

B．He was afraid of being punished.

C．His friends told him not to publish it.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How does the woman want to pay?

A．In cash.

B．By credit card.

C．With her smartphone.

2. What does the man think of PayPal?

A．It is free.

B．It is popular.

C．It isn’t very fast.

3. Where is Venmo accepted?

A．At many small shops.

B．At most large stores.

C．At a lot of restaurants.

4. What does the woman offer to do for the man?

A．Download the app.

B．Send him an invitation.

C．Lend him some money.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the woman’s computer probably break?

A．It got wet.

B．It was too old.

C．It suffered high heat

2. What is the woman’s main concern?

A．Recovering her files.

B．Fixing her computer quickly.

C．Getting a new computer cheaply.

3. What will the man do for the woman?

A．Fix her computer.

B．Recycle her computer.

C．Recommend a different computer repair shop.