1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Which season is it now?

A．Summer.

B．Fall.

C．Winter.

2. On which coast will winds reach up 50 kilometers per hour?

A．The northeast coast.

B．The northwest coast.

C．The southwest coast.

3. What is expected in the South Pennines?

A．Rain.

B．Snow

C．Wind.

4. Where is the hurricane season starting?

A．In the west of Ireland.

B．In the north of Scotland.

C．In the south of America.

2 . Top Wonders of the World

From India to Rome, these sights will inspire your next historical vacation.

Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Constructed from 1632 to 1648, the property covers 42 acres, including its beautiful gardens.

Best time to go: Late spring and early summer in this part of India has often severe heat. Then come monsoons. November to February is your best chance for pleasant weather. The sunrises here are highly admired.

The Great Wall

The Great Wall of China is the world’s longest wall and one of the most famous landmarks in China. Dating back to about 700 BCE, it stretches over 13,000 miles and was designed to protect the country from invaders.

Best time to go: Plan for a spring or fall trip when the weather is nicer and fewer people visit. Summertime is often hot and crowded, and winter can be extremely cold in northern China.

Petra

Located in the Kingdom of Jordan, Petra was built directly into the cliffside around 312 BCE by the Nabataeans. The city includes temples, tombs, and its most well-known building — the Treasury.

Best time to go: Summer can get very hot in Jordan, and winter is much colder than you may realize. Weatherwise, aim for spring or fall.

The Colosseum

The Colosseum remains Rome’s top attraction. Built in the first century by Emperor Vespasian, the massive theater spans 620 by 513 feet, which would hold 80,000 people.

Best time to go: You’ll find fewer tourists there during Rome’s low season (winter), weekdays and during the opening hour or near closing time. If you show up in summer at midday, it’s going to be hot!

1. What’s the best time to travel to Taj Mahal?

A．March.

B．July.

C．October.

D．December.

2. Which of the following has the longest history?

A．Taj Mahal.

B．The Great Wall.

C．Petra.

D．The Colosseum.

3. Where can we most probably read the passage?

A．In a research paper.	B．In a travel brochure.
C．In a science magazine.	D．In a geography textbook.

3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is wrong with the lake?

A．Its color is strange.

B．There are not enough fish there.

C．Chemical pollution happened there.

2. What probably caused the trouble?

A．People’s action.

B．Fish.

C．The weather.

3. What will listeners probably hear next?

A．Sports news.

B．Updated information on the lake.

C．The weather report.

4. What does the report mainly talk about?

A．Warnings to children.

B．The color change of the lake.

C．The pollution of the lake.

4 . Colorful Natural Wonders on Earth

The world can be kind of a boring place without the colorful natural wonders. So that’s what I’ve decided to treat you to!

Rio Tinto, Spain

Rising in the Sierra de Huelva mountains of southwestern Spain, this 62-mile river gets its stunning orange and red colors from copper, iron, and other heavy metals. The best way to enjoy the beauty is by visiting the small mining town of Nerva. Note that only about half the length of the river features these colors.

Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada

Known by Stoney Nakota First Nations folks as Ho-run-num-nay, this glacial lake located in Banff National Park gets its turquoise color from finely grained rock particles contained within the ice as it melts in the lake. If you’re a big fan of the movie Thelma & Louise, you’ll be happy to know that there also happens to be a Lake Thelma.

The Lavender Fields of Provence, France

Provence, a geographical region of southeastern France is famous in the summers for its lush lavender fields. To see them with your own eyes, mosey on up to the Luberon and Verdon plateau regions north of Aix-en-Provence and Marseille, or head east past Avignon. But the window is rather brief; they start to blossom around the beginning of June and then by mid-July they’re done-zo.

Honghe Hani Rice Terraces, Yunnan, China

Huge rice stan? Anyway, Yunnan, China is calling your name. With a history going back more than 1,200 years, this series of rice-growing terraces — covering territory more than one million acres — are located in the western part of the country. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013. It sure took them long enough!

1. Where can you enjoy a multicolored river?

A．Spain.

B．Canada.

C．France.

D．China.

2. How long is the blossom window of the lavender?

A．1 month.

B．1.5 months.

C．2 months.

D．2.5 months.

3. What’s the text?

A．A journal entry.

B．A travel diary.

C．An introduction.

D．An advertisement.

6 . Here are some fantastic parks in San Antonio.

Brackenridge Park

The park was first established in 1899 and has been popular with both locals and visitors ever since. Towering trees and peaceful riverbanks will greet guests along the park’s paths, and the facilities include playgrounds, museums, a miniature train, a Japanese tea garden, and one of the oldest golf courses in the city.

Friedrich Wilderness Park

In the park, you’ll find about 10 miles of paved(铺过的)and unpaved trails(路线), with a little something for everyone. From rocky climbs to deep canyons, and enchanting forests to open views, there’s no shortage of natural beauty. The area is nationally famous for birdwatching.

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

The park is the state’s only one on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. It covers quite a large area, so it’s best to make it a full-day or at least a half-day trip so you can be sure to cover everything. While the Alamo is a separate attraction, you will get to enjoy the architectural wonders of Mission Concepcion, Mission San Jose, Mission San Juan, and Mission Espada. They’re all connected by a hike and bike trail, with plenty of stops along the way to picnic, climb trees, and refill water. Admission is free!

Eisenhower Park

Just a 20-to 30-minute drive from the city center, the park puts the best landscapes in the Texas Hill Country on full display, holding 6 miles of hiking trails, both paved and unpaved. Explore dried creek beds, look out over plunging canyons, and enjoy full views of San Antonio down below. You can also find playgrounds for the little ones, picnic tables, and barbecue facilities.

1. What is Friedrich Wilderness Park well-known for?

A．Birdwatching.	B．Ancient buildings.
C．A Japanese tea garden.	D．Unpaved hiking paths.

2. Which park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

A．Brackenridge Park.

B．Friedrich Wilderness Park.

C．San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.

D．Eisenhower Park.

3. What are some of the features of Eisenhower Park?

A．Golf courses and bicycle trails.

B．Museums and no entrance fee.

C．Birdwatching and playgrounds.

D．Hiking trails and barbecue facilities.

7 . The southern New Zealand town of Kaitangata appears the chief example of the countryside landscapes the island is known for; it’s lush (苍翠的), hilly, green, and peaceful. Only about 800 people live there, and it’s a mere eight minutes from the coastline.

For those who prefer the rural, slow lifestyle and community feel in their living environment, it’s basically perfect. And here’s the best part：New Zealand desperately wants you to move there. Seriously.

The small town is heavily involved in necessary industries relating to dairy (乳制品) processing and freezing works, which more than fill the area’s economic needs. In this very unique case, that presents a real problem: there are around 1,000 vacant jobs and too much affordable housing for the residents to fill.

“We have got youth unemployment down to two,” Mayor Bryan Cadogan says, “Not 2 percent — just two unemployed young people.”

So in response to this distinctive crisis, Cadogan and the town’s bank, lawyers, and community services are launching a recruitment (征募) campaign to try and attract candidates to the area with housing and land packages costing only 230,000 NZ dollars, or almost 165,000 US dollars.

According to the local residents, “Kai”, as citizens call it, is warm and mainly concerned with the community.

“This is an old­fashioned community, we don’t lock our houses, we let kids run free,” a local dairy farmer and third­generation native named Evan Dick told The Guardian.

“We have jobs, we have houses, but we don’t have people. We want to make this town vibrant again, and we are waiting with open arms.”

1. If people move there, they can enjoy ________.

A．too much free housing	B．the rich cooking culture
C．getting money without a job	D．the peaceful rural slow lifestyle

2. What’s the main industry of this town?

A．Farming and fishing.	B．Dairy processing and freezing.
C．Agricultural processing.	D．The farmed animal industries.

3. What is the town’s crisis?

A．Lacking labor force.	B．Youth unemployment.
C．Poor community services.	D．Public security problems.

4. The passage is probably taken from ________.

A．a travel guide	B．a science report
C．an advertisement	D．a column of Around­ the ­World

9 . Asia,the largest continent on Earth,is home to more than half of the world’s population. With so many different cultures and languages, each country is worth a lifetime to travel around. Here are some top countries for you to have an unforgettable travel experience .

China
China owns one of the world’s oldest civilizations(文明). Wherever you go, you can easily recognize many amazing historical and cultural landmarks. For example, the Great Wall of China, the Terracotta Army in Xi’an and the Forbidden City in Beijing attract many visitors all over the world. However,other people come to enjoy China’s beautiful scenery that includes high mountains and the Gobi Desert. As the most populous(人口多的)nation on Earth, China is also home to many modern cities.

India

Home to one of the world’s richest and oldest civilizations, India has many different cultures, religions, peoples and traditions. With the Himalayas lying in the north, jungle and beaches can be found in the rest of the country. From temples to food and history to wildlife, the beautiful country has something for everyone.

Thailand

Thailand is a very popular tourist attraction. Its golden sands and beaches attract lots of people every year. Many also come to party in its beachside towns, visit some beautiful and peaceful islands such as Ko Tao, or enjoy the attractive scenery at Krabi.

Japan

Although it consists of almost 7,000 islands, most of Japan’s main sights and tourist attractions can be found on the four largest of them.   Lying to the east of Asia, the island nation is an attractive place as a mixture of traditional palaces and modern buildings Covered in mountains and forests, the country is home to some delightful nature and scenery.

1. Which one is the most populous country on Earth?

A．China

B．Japan

C．India

D．Thailand

2. Where should you go if you want to enjoy the beaches according to the text?

A．India and China	B．Japan and China
C．China and Thailand	D．India and Thailand

3. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?

A．Sports

B．Music

C．Science

D．Travel

10 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

2017 witnessed the 45th anniversary of the     1    (establish) of Sino-German diplomatic relations. Many     2    (activity) with Chinese culture as the theme were held in Berlin, the capital of Germany. When     3    (walk) in Berlin, people can really feel that this city deserves its title as the largest city in Germany. The history of Berlin could     4    (trace) back to over 800 years ago. In 18th century, Berlin became the capital of the Kingdom of Prussia. In 1871, after Otto Von Bismarck, Minister President of Prussia, unified the German States. In modern times, Berlin became the city with the greatest vitality in Germany because     5     its emerging buildings and dynamic culture.

In the very center is the famous BrandenBurg Gate, the construction of     6     started in 1789 and was completed in 1791. This BrandenBurg Gate has became a symbol of Germany. If people take     7     look at the modern Germany history, they can find that this gate was     8    (repeat) involved at critical moments.

After World WarII, the Berlin Wall stood in front of the Brandenburg Gate, and remained a symbol of separation for as     9    (long) as 28 years. After the German reunification, this area around the gate was finally restored according to     10    (it) original design.