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1. 该地方的基本情况(如名称、地理位置等)
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A Beautiful Place in China
November 13th, 2023By Li Jin
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3 . Frank Lloyd Wright probably is the greatest architect that the United States has ever produced. He was very gifted and had a natural ability to design buildings. His buildings were not only beautiful, but they were also practical and useful. They fit their purposes very well. Wright’s churches, for example, make people feel like thinking and praying. His office buildings make people enjoy working, and his houses make people feel comfortable at home. However, Frank Lloyd Wright’s beautiful, practical and useful buildings are not the only reason that he is famous. There is another reason.
Frank Lloyd Wright is called the greatest American architect because he started an American style in architecture. Most of the architecture in the United States before Wright was really European, not American. Wright’s buildings do not look like old European buildings. They have their own style. Wright’s ideas about style are still used in the United States and in other parts of the world.
The most important idea in Frank Lloyd Wright’s Style of Architecture is that a building must fit its purpose and the land around it. His houses are often called “grass-land houses” because their lines are similar to the lines on the grassland. Both the lines of the grassland and the lines of Wright’s house are parallel (平行的) to the horizon, the place where earth and sky seem to meet. They are horizontal lines. Most European style houses, in contrast, have many vertical lines that form 90°angles with the horizon.
1. Which of the following best describes the character of the houses that Wright designed?A.They were very large and beautiful. |
B.They could be used as churches. |
C.They were beautiful and fitted their purposes. |
D.They were beautiful in design but not practical in use. |
A.learned from some European countries |
B.not only used in the U.S. |
C.no longer popular |
D.somewhat similar to the European style |
A.Architectural design should match natural surroundings. |
B.A building must have grassland around it. |
C.American style in architect should be different from the European’s. |
D.Design should be more important than use. |
A.The lines of “grass-land houses” are similar to lines on the grassland. |
B.The lines of “grass-land houses” are horizontal. |
C.The color of the lines of “grass-land houses” is green. |
D.They are different from European style houses. |
A.How to Make Your Houses More Beautiful |
B.“Grass-land” houses Designed by Wright |
C.The Differences Between the American and European Styles in Architecture |
D.The Style of Wright’s Buildings and his Influence on American Architecture |
1. How high is the Great Pyramid?
A.About 130 metres. | B.About 135 metres. | C.About 137 metres. |
A.About 500 years. | B.About 4,500 years. | C.About 5,500 years. |
A.It has been destroyed. | B.It is being repaired. | C.It is too far away. |
5 . Most of Florida is a flat peninsula (半岛) with water on three sides and houses built as close to the shoreline as possible. For one thing we are more frequently the target of hurricanes than any other state; for another, our geography makes us more easily to be hurt by rising seas.
A news story about climate change in Florida popped up. Historically, scientists believed mangroves (红树林) didn’t live farther north than Cedar Key, in the middle of Florida’s Big Bend. But that’s not the case anymore. Samantha Chapman, a biology professor who’s been studying how Florida’s mangroves have been migrating (迁移), found them up near the St Mary’s River, which forms the border between Florida and Georgia. It seems that they soon be marching through Georgia and becoming a thriving new component of coastal habitats.
But a coastal biologist named Blair Witherington took issue on the matter. The mangroves weren’t spreading into a new territory, he pointed out. They were entering areas that had been classified as saltmarsh (盐沼), where the landscape was dominated by cordgrass. Saltmarsh and mangrove create very different habitats that attract a very different set of animals. “When one community replaces the other, this diversity is lost,” Witherington remarked. Changing the animals’ habitat has the potential to influence the whole food chain, making a widespread difference.
What was driving this? “Mangroves can survive a short freeze, but not a prolonged, hard freeze. By combing through the weather records kept by the state’s orange juice industry, biologists have been able to document that Florida is having fewer prolonged hard freezes than it used to. Then the mangroves have adapted by expanding their range.” Samantha explained.
“They’ve adapted in another way, too. Not only are the mangroves spreading into areas that once were unfriendly to them, but they have also changed their life cycle to speed things up. Normally it takes them about 15 years of growth before they start making seeds. Now, as they get into these marshes, they’re producing seeds when they’ re only a couple of years old,” Samantha said.
The problem with having too many mangroves by the sea is that climate change may overwhelm them. A study by the US Geological Survey said sea level rise could wipe out mangroves all along the Florida coast. So, here’s the question we humans have to consider: Nature is finding ways to adapt to how we’ve changed the climate. What are we doing to adapt to it? Or at least slow it down?
1. What can we learn about the state of Florida?A.It could be affected by high tides easily. |
B.Its geography fuels shipbuilding industry. |
C.Its houses are built in a high-lying but flat area. |
D.It is often hit by tornadoes and suffers huge losses. |
A.They migrate to warmer regions. |
B.They are marching into a new habitat. |
C.They form the border between Florida and Georgia. |
D.They are introduced into Florida to prevent flooding. |
A.Saltmarsh is fragile and requires urgent protection. |
B.Florida includes a rich diversity of natural habitats. |
C.The benefits of the mangroves outweigh their troubles. |
D.Everything in the ecosystem is connected complicatedly. |
A.What mangroves had to face in their habitats. |
B.Whether mangroves had influence on other plants. |
C.How mangroves adapted to the changing environment. |
D.Why mangroves had a different life cycle in marshes. |
A.Human beings are supposed to worship nature. |
B.It is urgent to grow more mangroves along coastlines. |
C.Measures against mangroves’ migration are far from enough. |
D.What we should do to stop the climate change is still up in the air. |
6 . Bangkok’s Grand Palace is the busiest tourist stop in the city. People keep coming because the Grand Palace could arguably be called the birthplace of Bangkok
How to Get to the Grand Palace
Making your own way to the Grand Palace in Bangkok is more enjoyable and rewarding. Moving around by river taxi is inexpensive. Additionally, you’ll have a good excuse to see the Chao Phraya River up close. Going by boat won’t make you caught in traffic jams. It will let you see beautiful river scenery!
People staying in the Khao San Road area may choose to walk (around 20 — 25 minutes) to the Grand Palace.
Opening Hours
The Grand Palace is open seven days a week from 8:30 a. m. until 3:30 p. m. Occasionally, the Grand Palace does actually close for official visits and state functions. However, this is rare. Don’t believe any driver who states the Grand Palace is closed. If the statement of closure is too convincing, confirm it by calling: +6626235500 ext.3100.
Entrance Fees
Considering that temples in Thailand are often free, the 500 baht (around $16) per person entrance fee at the Grand Palace is relatively expensive. Thai nationals do not have to pay. An audio tour can be rented for an additional 200 baht. Besides, human guides are available for hire. Choose an official guide rather than accepting someone’s offer on the outside.
Dress Standards at the Grand Palace
To show enough respect, you shouldn’t wear sleeveless shirts in any temple or state building in Thailand. But unlike many of the other temples, dress standards are strictly required at the Grand Palace.
Men must wear long trousers, women must cover legs to just above the knee.
Don’t wear shirts with religious themes or symbols of death on them.
You may be told outside that flip-flops (人字拖鞋) are unacceptable footwear.
1. What do you know about the river taxi to the Grand Palace?A.It is the only way to get to the Grand Palace |
B.It is difficult for visitors to jump on and off it. |
C.It is safe, clean and affordable for most visitors. |
D.It allows visitors to avoid traffic jams and enjoy river scenery. |
A.They’d better call to confirm the information. |
B.They should call off their trips immediately. |
C.They should wait until the Grand Palace reopens. |
D.They should believe the statements and change the trips. |
A.The Grand Palace provides an audio tour free. |
B.Not all people need to buy tickets to the Grand Palace. |
C.Guides outside the Grand Palace are more professional. |
D.The locals always guide visitors voluntarily during the holiday season. |
A.Mr Green, from the USA, wearing flip-flops and a T-shirt. |
B.Alice, 16 years old, wearing a sleeveless shirt and a miniskirt. |
C.Mark, wearing a long-sleeved shirt, long trousers and sports shoes. |
D.John, wearing a hat and a shirt with religious symbols. |
A.To encourage more people to visit Bangkok. |
B.To introduce some palaces in Bangkok to readers. |
C.To introduce some activities of the Grand Palace. |
D.To provide guidance on visiting the Grand Palace. |
7 . Kunta is a small attractive stone-built town in England. Water is a natural gateway to the Cheviot Hills and the Northumberland National Park. From its main street formed by the Market Place and High Street three roads lead off through the foothills into the National Park. The main street has hotels, specialist shops, pottery(陶器) factories and grocery stores. The shopping centre in the area has a reputation for friendly, helpful service.
The beauty of the surrounding scenery is eye-opening: on the one side the fallen sandstone goes across the valley below and on the other the wonderful Cheviot Hills rising behind the town to form a splendid background. Alnwick is a town with a historic castle and the famous Alnwick Gardens lie a few miles south while the Scottish Borders are within easy travelling distance from Kunta on clean country roads. Therefore, the town is an excellent place for a holiday. It offers a wide range of accommodation, ranging from youth hostels(招待所), campsites to local hotels. The summer months see the town’s High Streets become a busy scene of local people and visitors. Each July the town holds its Glendale festival with a program of events spread over the weekend.
Activities to do in Kunta include bowling, skiing, junior football clubs, fitness clubs, running, tennis, and walking. The industries are sheep farming and tourism.
There is much evidence of settlements throughout the area dating back to pre Bronze(青铜器) Age times. The Roman period seems to have had little impact on the area. In the twelfth century, it was ruled by Anglo Saxons, then Danish and eventually the Normans. In the twelfth century, the population was little more than eighteen hundred.
1. What do you know about Kunta?A.It is a small attractive town built on the top of a mountain. |
B.It is a small beautiful English town built of stones. |
C.It is near the most beautiful national park in England. |
D.The largest shopping centre in England lies in Kunta. |
A.beauty of the surrounding scenery | B.friendly and helpful service |
C.wide range of accommodation | D.historic castles and famous gardens |
A.people | B.location |
C.environment | D.history |
(1)该地方的基本情况(如名称、地理位置等);
(2)该地方的特色(如文化、景点等);
(3)你对该地方的印象和感受。
注意:(1)词数不少于100;
(2)可适当加入细节,使内容充实、行文连贯。
A Beautiful Place in China
March 19, 2021By Li Jin
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9 . A perfectly preserved wreck (沉船) that has lain unnoticed in the icy Baltic Sea for over 500 years has finally been confirmed. The European ship was first observed in 2009, when a sonar(声呐) exploration by the Swedish Maritime Administration (SMA) indicated a large object in the area. However, it was not until early 2019 that researchers from Soton and MMT found evidence of the sunken ship using underwater robotic cameras.
When the team observed the pictures of the 60-foot-long shipwreck, they were surprised to discover it was 99 percent complete. The scientists considered that the wreck's good condition is due to its place in the Baltic Seabed, where the oxygen levels are low. Oxygen is key to most ocean life's survival. Therefore, such an environment where the shipwreck stays reduces or completely removes the creatures that feed on rotting wood.
So although this ship is contemporary to the times of Christopher Columbus, it shows a remarkable level of preservation after 500 years at the bottom of the sea. Dr. Pacheco-Ruiz, who led the MMT effort, said,“It's almost like it sank yesterday. It's a truly astonishing sight."
The scientists are unsure what let the ship sink. However, the ship's guns, which are in their"ready to fire" positions, indicate it may have been the victim of a naval battle. Since the ship dates back to the early 16th century, historians predict it may have sunk during Sweden's three year independence war with its Danish rulers between 1521 and 1523. Alternatively, it could also have been involved in the border dispute (争端) between Russia and Sweden from 1554 to 1557.
The ship is by far the best-preserved shipwreck ever found from the Age of Exploration, when Europeans explored the world by sea.
What's more exciting is that the ship is similar to the Pinta and La Nina, which Comlubus famously sailed toward North America. The scientists, who continue to observe the shipwreck hope the boat's design will expose some of the technologies available to the Italian explorer during his 1492 voyage of discovery.
1. What scientific achievement did Soton 's and MMT' s researchers make?A.Discovering a wreck using sonar. |
B.Getting the wreck out or icy water. |
C.Identifying the object found by SMA. |
D.Making the ancient wreck well preserved. |
A.It is generally unfit for creatures to live in. | B.It is tough for scientists to do research. |
C.It contains too many harmful gases. | D.It is filled with rotting wood. |
A.his curiosity about the time when the ship sank |
B.his amazement at the ship's previous grandness |
C.his surprise at the wreck's well-preserved condition |
D.his shock at the sinking of the great European ship |
A.The damage to the ship. | B.The causes of the ship's sinking. |
C.The construction of the ship. | D.The possible function of the ship. |
A.Recovering the ancient ships, the Pinta and La Nina. |
B.Finding every aspect of life in the Age of Exploration. |
C.Exploring the role the ship played in Columbus' exploration. |
D.Leaning about Columbus' voyage according to the ship's design. |
(1)你推荐的城市(天津或北京选其一);
(2)推荐的理由(不少于两条);
(3)美好祝愿。
注意:(1)词数100左右;
(2)可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
(3)开头结尾已经给好,不计入总字数。
Dear James,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Jin