1 . Features of Anhui Tourism
Explore the Caves (岩洞): Taiji Cave
Where: Guangde City, Xucheng City, Anhui Province
The cave measures over 5.4 kilometers in length in total. Visitors may take a boat through the underground river in the cave and enjoy the magical journey where different scenery is waiting for you at each corner. The natural landscape outside the cave and ancient (古代的) architecture such as Laojun Temple and Tianyou Pavilion dot (遍布) the bamboo forest and blue water, offering visitors an altogether different and charming view.
Enjoy the peaceful Fun: Zhaji Village
Where: Jing County, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province
Zhaji Village is a famous historical and cultural village in China. Simple and classic, many painters are drawn here to copy and sketch its beautiful scenery, earning it the wonderful name “Painters’ Village”. The village is home to many bridges and temples. Together with its architecture, a one-of-a-kind village layout (布局) is created.
Go White—water Rafting: White—water Rafting in Guaitan
Where: Shitai County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province
The white-water rafting course in Guaitan measures 4.5 kilometers long and is praised as the “top white-water rafting course of southern Anhui” with its unique sights such as unusual rocks, trees and water.
The course has large drops and the water is deep and clear. The scenic site also offers fun activities such as millstone turning, waterwheel pedaling and fishing.
Visit the Busy Night Markets: Tunxi Old Street
Where: Tunxi District, Huangshan City, Anhui Province
Tunxi Old Street is home to the distinctive Hui-style architecture and is the most well preserved in China with the most traditional layout from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. As the night falls, the lights make the streets and lanes bright. The unique culture and local customs of ancient Huizhou are on full display, taking visitors back in time to the busy market of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
1. Which tour offers you an underground journey?| A．Explore the Caves. | B．Enjoy the peaceful Fun. |
| C．Go White-water Rafting. | D．Visit the Busy Night Markets. |
| A．Guangde. | B．Zhaji. | C．Shitai. | D．Tunxi. |
| A．Taking a boat in the cave. | B．Experiencing the ancient markets. |
| C．Appreciating ancient architecture. | D．Taking part in fun activities. |
2 . Summer Programs for High School Students
●University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars
△Entering Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th
Through this program, you can get a taste of college life. Students who attend the program will prepare for college through strict coursework and excellent instruction from University of Maryland professors. Students can choose to complete classes within their given area of study during their three-week term.
●Emory University: Summer Pre-College Program
△Entering Grades：11th and 12th
The program gives high school students a chance to get ahead. There are six-week courses during which students can learn from top professors in their fields of study while earning college credit（学分）.
●Boston University: High School Honors Program
△Entering Grades：11th and 12th
The program allows students to visit the campus and study for five weeks. During that time, students can choose to join many classes and even earn up to eight college credits by the end of their program. With over 80 classes to choose from, it'll surely be an exciting time for you.
●Wake Forest University: Summer Immersion Program
△Entering Grades：9th to College
After studying for four weeks, high school students are given a chance to test their likes and abilities in the field they think they might like to study. There're many courses to choose from. Students experience all of college life well before officially attending college.
1. Which university provides the longest program?| A．University of Maryland. | B．Emory University. | C．Boston University. | D．Wake Forest University. |
| A．It develops their interest in reading. | B．It enriches their personal college life. |
| C．It helps to earn college credits. | D．It helps to decide on their future major. |
| A．University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars. | B．Emory University: Summer Pre-College Program. |
| C．Boston University: High School Honors Program. | D．Wake Forest University: Summer Immersion Program. |
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| A．On November 9. | B．On November11. |
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4 . It’s currently December and Christmas is almost here. And what better way to spend time with your loved ones than sitting down to watch some classic Christmas movies? Listed below are four films that will make you laugh, cry or both this festive season.
The Grinch（2000）
This is a Christmas must-watch and one of Jim Carrey’s best performances. It was also originally a children’s book written by Dr Seuss, which I would recommend reading! It’s the story of a green monster who wants to ruin Christmas, but who in the end discovers the power of love and generosity. I promise it’s a great film with plenty of laughs along the way.
Love Actually（2003）
While this is not a personal favourite of mine, people in the UK absolutely love this film. It has a number of stars, featuring actors and actresses such as Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson and Alan Rickman. It might be a little difficult to follow as there are lots of different sub-plots, so I recommend watching a dubbed version（配音版）in your native language.
Home Alone（1990）
This film is one of my favourite films of all time and I would watch it all year round if I could. It tells the story of a boy, Kevin, who is left alone in his house when his large family forget to take him on vacation with them. While the family are away, burglars（小偷）try to rob the house and Kevin must protect his home by setting traps. The trips, falls and traps will have you laughing out loud as you watch a 10-year old boy outsmart two grown men.
Miracle on 34th Street（1994）
You can’t have Christmas in an English-speaking country without watching this film. It’s not funny like Home Alone or The Grinch, but it is incredibly touching. It’s about a man who claims to be Santa, but nobody believes him except a lawyer and a little girl.
1. In which film can you see Jim Carrey’s wonderful performance?| A．The Grinch. | B．Love Actually. | C．Home Alone. | D．Miracle on 34th Street. |
| A．It’s one of the author’s favorite films. |
| B．We’d better watch a dubbed version. |
| C．It’s a film about the power of love and generosity. |
| D．Some handkerchief papers are necessary when we watch it. |
| A．They are very touching. |
| B．They are only fit for children. |
| C．They are funny and make people laugh a lot. |
| D．They are popular and tell a story about kids. |
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Price: $2, 050.
1. When can tourists join the Seven World Wonders trip?| A．From March to April. | B．All year around. |
| C．Only from March to June. | D．During 21-26 April. |
| A．Eternal India. | B．Simply Italy. |
| C．Yucatan Highlights. | D．Seven World Wonders. |
| A．$2, 860. | B．$4, 950. | C．$16, 000. | D．$ 18, 860. |
6 . For those looking forward to exploring natural wonders, we will present four natural wonders in the US that we believe are worth visiting.
Death Valley National Park
It is the lowest, hottest, and driest part of North America. The hottest summer on record in the valley saw temperatures top 120.F on 40 days. Ground temperatures as high as 201.F have been reported. Still, Death Valley is called with the wrong words. There are areas that are friendly to plants and animals. Death Valleys “walking” rocks move on their own as a result of freezing and thawing (融化).
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone's Old Faithful Geyser is powered by an underground super volcano. In 1872, Yellowstone became the world's first national park. The park's wildlife includes bison, bears, and hundreds of other animals.
Crater (坑) of Diamonds (钻石) State Park
Discovered in Crater of Diamonds State Park, the 40-carat is the largest diamond ever found in the US. The diamonds and the crater are by-products of a volcanic eruption. Visitors can search the 37-acre site for diamonds and if you find it you keep it.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Located on the big island -of Hawaii, the Kilauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes are the centerpieces of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. You can see how the Hawaiian Islands were born and watch the big island get bigger. Kilauea has been erupting since 1983
1. Why does the author think Death Valley is called wrong?| A．There are plants and animals in Death Valley. |
| B．There are “walking” rocks in Death Valley. |
| C．Death Valley has another name. |
| D．Death Valley has the highest temperatures. |
| A．Watch the wild animals. | B．See a volcanic eruption. |
| C．Admire the largest diamond. | D．Look for a diamond. |
| A．In Death Valley National park? | B．In Yellowstone National Park. |
| C．In Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. | D．In Crater of Diamonds State Park. |
7 . New England holds some special museums. They are devoted largely or entirely to the work of just one person. And they are the artists’ birthplaces or onetime homes. Here are four examples of such museums.
Cyrus E. Dallin Art Museum
The name Cyrus E. Dallin (1861-1944) might not be familiar, but several of the artist’s sculptures (雕塑) are, especially those related to Native Americans. A good example is his “Appeal to the Great Spirit” standing in front of the Museum of Fine Arts. Born in Utah, he lived in Arlington for the final four decades of his life. The museum is in the Jefferson Cutter House, an 1830 Greek styled building.
Norman Rockwell Museum
Rockwell (1894-1978) was America’s well-known artist. The museum, founded in 1969, moved into its present location, Robert A.M. Stern-designed building in 1993. Its 998 paintings and drawings are the largest single collection of Rockwell's artworks.
Kids 16 and under: free; adults: $20; the old: at a 10% discount (折扣)
Edward Gorey House
Edward Gorey (1925-2000) was an artist, but he was also an author and clothes designer. Gorey bought this 18th-century house in 1979 and lived there for the rest of his life. Edward Gorey House is also known as the Elephant House. Gorey had respect for animals. The activities of the house, from art education to exhibits, show Gorey's support of animal well-being.
Gibert Stuart Birthplace and Museum
Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828) is responsible for what may well be the most familiar work of any American artist, His drawing of George is the basis of the first president’s portrait (画像) on the dollar. Stuart painted more than a thousand portraits throughout his life.
1. What do we know about Cyrus E. Dallin?| A．He built the Jefferson Cutter House. |
| B．He lived in Arlington for half a century. |
| C．He was best known for his Greek styled sculptures. |
| D．He created famous works related to Native Americans. |
| A．$36. | B．$40. | C．$60. | D．$72. |
| A．Edward Gorey House. | B．Norman Rockwell Museum. |
| C．Cyrus E. Dallin Art Museum. | D．Gilbert Stuart Birthplace and Museum. |
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10 . Sitting on the edge of the world, Sydney is considered as one of the world’s greatest cities. Here are some things you should do and see in Sydney.
Explore Sydney’s hottest neighborhood
Many big-ticket attractions can be found in or around the Circular Quay area, right by the port. Here, you can get on ferries(轮渡) to faraway islands or go exploring on foot with the Sydney Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens and Museum of Contemporary all nearby.
Take side trips
Popular among outdoor types, the rough Blue Mountains—about two hours by train west of the city—promises winter skiing, excellent hiking and kangaroo sightings. Walking through the national park, travelers will watch forests, waterfalls, natural caves, small villages and rock formations.
The Hunter valley, just a two-hour drive north of Sydney, is Australia’s oldest wine region. Most vineyards(葡萄园) are family-owned, focusing on small production. Wine is more personal here.
Stay in style
The classic Langham Hotel is located just west of Circular Quay, offering easy access to the famous port.
As you explore its beautiful corridors(走廊), look for contemporary artworks from around the world—The Langham Hotel has the largest art gathering (more than $1 million worth) in Australia.
Meanwhile, those looking for a more relaxed experience can go camping on Cockatoo Island—just a quick boat ride from Circular Quay.
Travel tips
• Leaving tips at the bar or for a taxi isn’t expected, but it’s appreciated.
• When riding in a taxi alone, it’s customary to sit in the front seat.
• Bring sun cream, sunglasses and hat—whatever the season.
• On Sundays, families enjoy discounted fares on Sydney’s ferries and trains.
1. What can you do in the Blue Mountains?| A．Explore the artificial caves. | B．Watch the lovely kangaroos. |
| C．Taste locally produced wine. | D．Enjoy the unique corridors. |
| A．Its ideal location. | B．Its first-class service. |
| C．Its big collection of artworks. | D．Its modern architectural style. |
| A．Ensure sun protection. | B．Offer bar tips. |
| C．Sit behind the driver in a taxi. | D．Travel by train. |
