1 . Dive into the classical world via the remains of an ancient merchant ship that dates all the way back to 5 BC as Greece is constructing its first underwater museum.
Some of Greece’s vast heritage of ancient shipwrecks are accessible to the public (divers and non-divers) for the first time ever in a series of underwater museums. The first opened on August 3, allowing visitors to explore the “Peristera shipwreck”, which has been at the bottom of the Aegean Sea for more than two thousand years after it sank in the 5th century BC near the northern Greek island of Alonissos. Since a fisherman discovered the ship in 1985, it has remained off-limits to the public but now visitors can explore it by sea or by virtual reality.
Researchers believe it’s the most important shipwreck from the classical era. It had been believed that a trading ship of that type didn’t exist until the Roman era some 400 years later. So when it was discovered years ago, it completely changed our understanding of shipbuilding in the ancient world.
Experts have yet to determine how or why it sank although there are some indications that a fire may have broken out. It’s believed that it was carrying 4, 000 vases of wine when it sank, most of which are still lying on the seabed, along with fishes and some little creatures who now call it home.
Greece had banned diving until 2004 or so, due to worries that undersea ancient heritage would be taken away but now the country is wholeheartedly hugging its rich underwater heritage. Access to the Peristera shipwreck is available through a new project that will create underwater museums across the Greek islands over the next two years. Divers will be able to tour the shipwreck with licensed guides and non-divers can feel like they’re underwater with virtual reality information centres on land.
1. What is the main idea of the text?| A．An underwater museum is under construction. |
| B．An ancient merchant ship is discovered. |
| C．Greece is trying to protect its heritage. |
| D．Divers are interested in Greece. |
| A．For about 2,000 years. | B．For about 400 years. |
| C．For about 40 years. | D．For about 20 years. |
| A．It carried 4,000 vases of valuable wine. |
| B．It becomes the first underwater museum. |
| C．It corrected some of our misunderstanding. |
| D．It is the oldest merchant ship in the world. |
| A．Some virtual reality equipment is on the ship. |
| B．All the visitors need to stay underwater to visit. |
| C．A fire must have broken out on the ancient ship. |
| D．There is more than one way to visit the museum. |
2 . Educational App Store
Busuu
Busuu helps you learn English language and the lesson's quality is guaranteed as it is based on CEFR language framework. Lessons range from beginners to advanced learners. Busuu is actually a great English app if you want to improve your spoken English by talking with native speakers.
Duolingo
Duolingo is one of the best English language apps today and highly recommended for English beginners. The system of the app helps you learn English quickly by spending twenty minutes a day. Duolingo structures your lessons that teach you about seven new words based on a topic and skill points being awarded for completing the lessons.
Memrise
Memrise uses some creative and easy ways to remember English words. The focus of this app is to help the users expand their vocabulary by learning English words in an effective way. Memrise also offers an offline mode to continue learning without Internet connection.
Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone is designed differently from average language apps on the marketplace today. It's trying to teach us English the way we'd learn it if we were children starting to learn the language. It has exercises designed to help you learn basic words. A variety of lessons are offered that Rosetta Stone has been using for years.
1. Which of the following is the most helpful for speaking?| A．Rosetta Stone. | B．Duolingo. |
| C．Memrise. | D．Busuu. |
| A．It serves English beginners. | B．It helps develop vocabulary. |
| C．It works online or offline. | D．It promises quick progress. |
| A．To give ways of learning. | B．To show its high technology. |
| C．To inspire language learners. | D．To promote its latest products. |
3 . Founded in 2011, Plan My Gap Year（PMGY）offers jobs to people who would like to volunteer abroad in Africa and Asia. Since 93% of PMGY's participants are either individuals or females, this organization is a great fit for people who will volunteer alone and want to meet other like-minded travelers.
Project in India
In this program, you can care for children in need, teach English and provide vocational training for women. PMGY's volunteer program in India is extremely affordable, starting from just $ 330 for your first two weeks.
Project in Vietnam
Travel to Vietnam and gain experience in marketing and promotion! Put your writing and social media skills to great use while you learn about economy and social issues in the developing world. Program fees start from only $435 for your first two weeks, and you're invited to stay up to six months.
Project in Ghana
If you have always dreamed of visiting Africa, PMGY has many meaningful volunteer projects in Ghana, including supporting disabled children, teaching English, providing medical care, and even helping out with mental health. This program starts from only $ 375 for your first two weeks, and you can stay up to six months.
Project in Sri Lanka
This program invites you to several different volunteer experiences, including construction, sport development, medical care, and turtle conservation. You can stay from two weeks to over six months. Your first two weeks abroad cost only $ 400.
1. Which project is best for volunteers on a tight budget?| A．Project in India. | B．Project in Vietnam. |
| C．Project in Ghana. | D．Project in Sri Lanka. |
| A．It offers chances to get selling skills. |
| B．It helps females realize their dreams. |
| C．It provides help for disabled children. |
| D．It features economy and social issues. |
| A．Care for children. | B．Teach English. |
| C．Protect wildlife. | D．Improve women's mental health. |
4 . Amsterdam is a special city. There are many places you should not miss during your visit. Here is our list of the best.
Amsterdam canal ring
The city old centre is formed from canal rings, which give you the feeling of space, freedom and peace. Walk through these canal streets or better — take a trip by renting a boat yourself. Another way to explore the Venice of the North is to take a ride on a bicycle. Any way you decide for - enjoy this city.
The National Maritime Museum
The Maritime Museum is an attractive place to visit, especially with children. With many attractions in it, this colourful and enjoyable museum will help you understand the history of the Netherlands - a small nation which was one of the world’s greatest sea powers.
Amsterdam Brown Cafe
When you enter Amsterdam old cafes called Brown, at first it will seem too much from the past and too crowded, but the atmosphere is unique. Relax and watch - most of people around will be locals. Feel like one of them — the real Amsterdammers.
Civic Guards Gallery
This gallery is filled with old paintings from the Dutch Golden Age. The exhibited canvas may be not always the masterpieces of art, but these group portraits of Amsterdam citizens and their wives are an exquisite (精致的) document of the Dutch civilization and culture centuries ago.
To avoid waiting lines we advise you to buy your tickets in advance online through our Amsterdam attractions and museums tickets webpage.
1. How many ways are there for tourists to visit the city old centre?| A．2. | B．3. | C．4. | D．5. |
| A．Amsterdam canal ring. | B．The National Maritime Museum. |
| C．Amsterdam Brown Cafe. | D．Civic Guards Gallery. |
| A．A travel guide. | B．A novel. | C．A textbook. | D．A science magazine. |
