3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What attracts Tom to watch Heartland probably?

A．The touching plots.

B．The exciting story.

C．The peaceful lifestyle.

2. What does Tom think of his grandparents’ life?

A．It’s tough.

B．It’s simple.

C．It’s boring.

3. Where does the woman live?

A．In the city.

B．In the town.

C．In the countryside.

4 . Four National Parks in California

Channel Islands National Park

Channel Islands National Park includes five remarkable islands and their ocean environment, preserving and protecting a wealth of natural and cultural resources. Isolation over thousands of years has created unique animals, plants, and archaeological resources.

Death Valley National Park

In this below-sea-level basin, steady drought and record summer heat make Death Valley National Park a land of extremes. Yet, each extreme has a striking contrast. Towering peaks are frosted with winter snow. Rare rainstorms bring vast fields of wildflowers. Despite its frightening name, lush oases (绿洲) harbor tiny fish and provide shelters for wildlife and humans.

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Located in the Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park offers visitors the sights, sounds, smells and stories of Pacific Coast maritime history. The Park includes a magnificent fleet of historic ships, a Visitor Center, Maritime Museum, Maritime Research Center, and Aquatic Park Historic District.

Yosemite National Park

Not just a great valley, but a shrine (圣地) to human foresight. Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls when making a comparison to other national parks, and you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, a vast wilderness area, and much more.

1. What do Channel Islands National Park and San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park have in common?

A．They both have a visitor center.

B．They both provide outdoor and indoor activities.

C．They are both famous for their natural attractions for visitors.

D．They both have historic significance to California.

2. What is the most representative feature of Yosemite National Park?

A．Typical extreme temperature.	B．Deep valleys.
C．Spectacular waterfalls.	D．Rich and unique plants.

3. Where can the text be found?

A．A history book.	B．A tourist magazine.
C．A novel.	D．A biography.

5 . Road Trip Apps You Need Before You Leave
Best App for Route Planning

Ever wonder how delivery drivers manage to hit so many different places in a relatively short amount of time? It’s because they’re using an app like Road Warrior to plan their routes to be as efficient as possible. However, while many other route planning apps only take things like traffic into account, Road Warrior includes lots of other time-sucking details. The subscription (订购) options start at $10 per month.

Best App for Gas Prices

Gas prices have been something of a catastrophe (灾难) recently, so travelers are naturally focused on finding the lowest rates whenever possible. Gas Buddy is one of the most popular apps for locating affordable gas, especially on long road trips. Simply enter the starting point and destination, and then watch as all of the cheapest gas prices along your route appear suddenly. Like many apps, there is a free version (版本), as well as a premium (额外) option with added features.

Best App for Planning Sightseeing

For people who aren’t totally focused on getting from point A to point B in the fastest time possible, the Road Trippers app is a must-have. Users can plan their trip from start to finish with as many as 150 waypoints/stops when using the premium version of the app, which costs $29.99 per year. It won’t let you miss the famous sights along the way. It estimates fuel costs, allows for RV drivers to customize (定制) routes friendly to their particular vehicle and lets the user cooperate with friends who are also on the road.

Best App for Family Games and Entertainment

Sure you could listen to music or watch movies, but sometimes it’s fun to throw it way back with classic travel games. The Plates Family Travel app is a modernized version of the classic license plate (车牌) game. There’s also a map feature that shows you exactly where you saw all the license plates on your road trip. This app is available for Apple or Google devices for free.

1. Which app can help you save time?

A．Gas Buddy.	B．Road Warrior.
C．Road Trippers.	D．Plates Family Travel.

2. Who is more likely to use Gas Buddy?

A．Those who like playing games.	B．Those who need license plates.
C．Those who prefer an unusual route.	D．Those who care about gas prices.

3. What is special about the Road Trippers app?

A．It is available for free.	B．It provides the shortest route.
C．It recommends tourist attractions.	D．It helps its users to make friends.

6 . Kimbell Art Museum

The Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Texas has been called “America’s best small museum”. Since its opening in 1972, the museum has won high praise for a famous collection of masterpieces ranging from ancient to modern times.

Hours
Tuesday       10 am-5 pm
Wednesday        10 am-5 pm
Thursday       10 am-5 pm
Friday       Noon-8 pm
Saturday       10 am-5 pm
Sunday       Noon-5 pm
Monday       Closed
Holiday Hours
Christmas Eve        10 am-5 pm
New Year’s Eve        10 am-5 pm

We are closed on New Year’s Day, July 4, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

During extreme weather, we follow the Fort Worth Independent School District’s closure and delayed opening schedule. We will post alerts in the event of a closure. You can also visit Fort Worth ISD’s website or call us at 817-332-8451 for more information.

Admission

Admission to the Kimbell’s collection is always free.

                                   Special Exhibitions       Kimbell collection
Kimbell members       free       free
adults                           $18        free
seniors 60+                 $16        free
Students                      $16        free
children 6-11             $14        free
children under 6       free       free
Member Admission

Members receive free admission to all special exhibitions. Simply show your membership card when you reach the exhibition entrance. No reservations required. Please be aware that you may experience longer than usual wait times to enter the exhibition due to social distancing rules in the galleries, so please plan accordingly.

Half-Price Admission

We offer half-price admission to special exhibitions on Tuesdays from 10 am-5 pm and Fridays from 5-8 pm.

Half-price tickets are not available for purchase online.

Buy tickets at the Piano Pavilion Box Office.

Reduced Admission

The Kimbell Art Museum offers reduced admission for special exhibitions for K-12 Teachers, Active-Duty Military, and SNAP program recipients. Tickets are available only at the Piano Pavilion Box Office.

Group Tickets

Save $2 off each ticket when you purchase ten or more tickets for any Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday. The group rate discount will be applied at checkout. Purchase online, email us, or call 817-332-8451, ext. 229 for more information.

1. According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?

A．People can’t visit the museum on Christmas Eve.

B．People can visit the museum during extreme weather.

C．People can buy half-price tickets online.

D．People can visit the museum on New Year’s Eve.

2. Which of the following can enjoy Reduced Admission?

A．All the teachers.	B．Retired soldiers.
C．SNAP program recipients.	D．Children under 6.

3. How much should an adult member of tour group pay to visit the whole museum on Wednesday?

A．$2

B．$18

C．$16

D．$14

7 . The Walt Disney Company turns 100 years old in 2023, and the whole world will celebrate its stories, characters and imagination — but only Philly’s Franklin Institute will house Disney 100: The Exhibition.

Making its world debut (首秀) right here in Philadelphia, the exhibition takes guests behind the scenes into the magical world of Disney at what’s sure to be one of the region’s must-see exhibitions of 2023.

When to Visit

From February 18 to August 27, 2023

What to Expect

Disney 100: The Exhibition features 10 large galleries, each with a distinct theme relating to the history of the House of Mouse, celebrating the classics from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Strange World.

The Walt Disney Archives (档案馆) is displaying its treasures, including more than 250 of its “Crown Jewels”, rarely seen artworks, costumes and other memorabilia (纪念品).

Admission & Tickets

Tickets to Disney 100: The Exhibition are on sale now, and guests have several options when it comes to experiencing the Disney magic.

Folks looking to visit in the daytime (9 am to 5 pm) can buy timed tickets for $45 (adults) and $41 (children aged 3-11). The best part: General museum admission to the rest of the Franklin Institute is included in the cost.

Looking to save on tickets? Consider visiting during the exhibition’s evening hours, which run from 5 pm to 8 pm from Thursdays to Saturdays. Tickets run $25 per person and do not include admission to the rest of the museum.

For maximum flexibility, consider picking up Flex Time Tickets, which allow exhibition access for any time. These run $61 per person and must be purchased in person at the Franklin Institute or over the phone.

Location & Contact

The Franklin Institute 271N. 21st Street Philadelphia, PA 19103(215)448-1200

1. What can guests do at the exhibition?

A．Watch a new Disney movie.	B．Try on different Disney costumes.
C．Create artworks about Disney characters.	D．Learn about the history of the House of Mouse.

2. What is the advantage of the evening tickets?

A．They are available at a low price.	B．They can help avoid a long wait.
C．They can be bought over the phone.	D．They include general museum costs.

3. How much should a couple and their ten-year-old daughter pay for daytime tickets?

A．$50.

B．$131.

C．$90.

D．$86.

8 . What are the most popular universities in China? uniRank tries to answer this question by publishing the 2022 Chinese University Ranking of 940 Chinese higher-education institutions meeting the following uniRank selection criteria:

being licensed by the appropriate Chinese higher education-related organization.

offering at least four-year undergraduate degrees (bachelor’s degrees) or postgraduate degrees (master’s or doctor’s degrees).
delivering courses predominantly (主要地，大部分地) in a traditional, face-to-face, non-distance education format.

Tsinghua University

Country rank: 1             World rank: 43

Established in 1911, Tsinghua University (THU) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Beijing. THU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor’s degrees in several areas of study. Students from home and abroad can enroll (报名) in it.

Peking University

Country rank: 2             World rank: 180

Peking University (PKU), which was founded in 1898, offers courses leading to higher-education degrees such as bachelor’s degrees. It is a non-profit public institution located in the urban area of Beijing. This 124-year-old Chinese institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Students from all over the world are welcome to PKU.

Zhejiang University

Country rank: 3             World rank: 239

Founded in 1897, Zhejiang University (ZJU) lies in the urban area of Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. Students can get their officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor’s degrees in this non-profit public university. ZJU welcomes students from home and abroad.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Country rank: 4             World rank: 241

Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) was established in the year 1896. It is a non-profit public institution lying in the suburb of the Shanghai city. SJTU offers officially recognized degrees such as bachelor’s degrees and master’s degrees. International students are eligible (有资格的) to apply for enrollment.

1. Which university is the youngest among the four?

A．PKU

B．THU

C．SJTU

D．ZJU

2. What is special about Shanghai Jiao Tong University?

A．International students can study here.	B．It is a non-profit institution.
C．It is located in the suburb.	D．It is a private institution.

3. Which of the following about Zhejiang University is wrong?

A．It mainly delivers courses in a traditional, non-distance education format.

B．It lies in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province.

C．It has a history of 125 years.

D．It ranks 239 in the world.

9 . If you see a group of people bend their knees, hold their arms out, and swing their bodies around...don’t panic, just a few surfskaters.

A surfskate board, which originated in the United States, is a type of skateboard that uses a specially-designed front truck to give riders the feeling of surfing on land. As riders shift weight between the heelside and topside, the special front truck turns the board sharply and helps produce momentum(冲力), pushing riders forward and changing directions.

This summer, the sport has gained favor among Chinese consumers and is soaring in popularity among all ages, spurring(刺激) a billion-dollar market.

On lifestyle-sharing platform Xiaohongshu, searches related to surfskating rose 420 percent year-on-year in the first half. The sudden increase in searches started in February. As of August, surfskate-related posts surpassed 60,000. Trending topics include tutorials and board recommendations.

On the short-video platform Douyin, posts labeled “surfskate” had over 150 million views by August. A one-minute video post with top viewership had over 189,000 likes. The sport also became a trendy topic on Weibo and Kuaishou.

“You can see an increasing number of people practicing surfskating at almost all ages in a wide space inside the community I live in.” said Beijing resident Ma Yuan. “I knew about surfskating from social media and decided to give it a try. It was easier than I thought. In addition, surfskating requires a lot less equipment compared with many other sports. I can start skating at a random(任意的) place and all I need is a board. Above all, it helps me lose weight and reduce work and life pressure.”

1. How do the surfskaters ride the surfskate board?

A．By using wind power.

B．By pushing riders forward by someone else.

C．By using a specially designed remote device to control it.

D．By changing weight between the heelside and topside and producing force.

2. What do we know about surfskating?

A．Surfskating has its origin in the United Nations.

B．Surfskating has gained popularity just among the youth.

C．Surfskating has more viewers on ”xiaohongshu“ than other platforms.

D．Surfskating gives riders the feeling of surfing on land as well as other benefits.

3. What’s Ma’s attitude towards surfskating?

A．Indifferent

B．Supportive

C．Objective

D．Negative

4. Which of following would be the best title for the passage?

A．Surfing on land gains ground.

B．Surfskating originated in the USA.

C．How to operate a skateboard.

D．Surfskating for health.

10 . There are a variety of free magazines that kids can receive in the mail. Kids love getting mail, so these magazines will bring double joy!

Animal Wellness Magazine

If your child loves animals, a free copy may provide him or her with hours of educational entertainment. This magazine is especially wonderful if you have a dog or a cat at home and want your child to learn about pet care.

Kids Discover Online

This is an excellent online resource (资源) where elementary school children can learn about different aspects of science and social studies topics. It gives you access (使用权) to 30 units with 200 topics.

National Geographic Kids

The content there is various. You can gain even more access by creating a free account. There are educational articles on dozens of countries around the world, as well as articles on animals, planets, and more. Aimed at children aged 8 to 14, this magazine is a great choice for learning and fun.

Sports Illustrated Kids

If you have children that are sports fans, look no further than the Sports Illustrated Kids. They can get analysis of recent games, forecasts about next season, and fun games. It’s all free, and your son or daughter will love getting to know the latest sports news.

1. Which will you choose if your son is fond of keeping a rabbit?

A．National Geographic Kids.	B．Kids Discover Online.
C．Animal Wellness Magazine.	D．Sports Illustrated Kids.

2. What do we know about Kids Discover Online?

A．It is a magazine designed for teens.

B．It covers a variety of different topics.

C．It is only meant for kids who like fun games.

D．It helps kids know about over 200 countries.

3. Who is the Sports Illustrated Kids intended for?

A．Kids who are big fans of physical exercise.

B．Kids who are interested in insects.

C．Kids who are curious about the universe.

D．Kids who dream of being a weather forecaster.