4 . Rocky Mountain National Park Tour from Denver

Overview

See for yourself why Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most popular parks in the United States on a day trip from Denver. Let a guide handle the winding mountain roads while you enjoy views of mountain tops surrounded by alpine forests, lakes, and meadows. Cross the Great Divide on steep Trail Ridge Road, watch the plentiful Colorado wildlife, and get a sight of the legendary Stanley Hotel—the inspiration for Stephen King’s The Shining.

●Visit Rocky Mountain National Park without renting a car

●Drive through the tourist town of Estes Park and the famous Stanley Hotel

● Go above tree line on Trail Ridge Road, one of the highest in North America

What’s Included

●Professional driver/guide

●Transportation

●Lunch

Meeting And Pickup

Denver Union Station 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA

Start time: 09:30 AM; End point: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

●Not wheelchair accessible

● Lunch sandwich included

This tour comes with choice of a turkey or vegetarian sandwich. Please include your preference as well as any dietary restrictions in the Special Requirements field during checkout.

●This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

●A water refill will be available in the van, bring a reusable bottle.

1. What can you do if you join in the one-day trip?

A．You can visit the Stephen King’s hotel.

B．You can rent a car to visit the whole park.

C．You can get a good view of Colorado wildlife.

D．You can climb the highest mountain in North America.

2. Which of the following does the tour provide?

A．Water refill.

B．Wheelchair.

C．Beef sandwich.

D．Professional cook.

3. Where is the text probably from?

A．A travel journal.

B．A travel brochure.

C．A travel blog.

D．A travel review.

5 . 阅读下面材料，在空格处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或使用括号中单词的正确形式。

Against a backdrop of misty green forests and with its buildings on silts (桩) above the River Tuo, Fenghuang is a picturesque place to spend a day or two. Its winding alleys, lined with traditional shops and temples, lead     1     narrow wooden bridge and stepping-stones that cross the river.

Ai though the town can get     2     (extreme) busy with continual tour groups, it has managed     3     (preserve) much of its traditional architecture. Wandering off the main streets     4     (allow) you to get a sense of     5     it would have been like before the tourists began to vast and taste the local delicacies including bamboo rat, frog and snake.

Fenghuang itself does have a section of rebuilt Ming city walls     6     (run) along its river bank, but it’s the Miaojiang Great Wall     7     is the main draw here. Built in 1554, during the Ming dynasty’s defence against the Miao, the wall     8     (destroy) partly by Miao ethnic group and then rebuilt under the ding rulers, who also sought to strength eh their power through the control of China’s southern minorities. Nowadays only a section is     9     (access), but it’s still an impressive sight,     10     (offer) great views of the surrounding countryside.

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The United Kingdom consists of four countries: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Wales was linked     1     England in the 13th century. In the 17th century England and Wales were joined to Scotland,     2     (form) Great Britain.

They were united in     3     peaceful way. The southern part of Ireland was unwilling to join the English government and broke away to found its own government.

England is the     4     (large) of the four countries and for convenience it is divided     5     (rough) into three zones: the South of England, the Midlands and the North. Most of the population lives in the south, but most of the industrial cities     6     (locate) in the Midlands and the North. It is a pity that the industrial cities which were constructed in the nineteenth century do not attract     7     (visit).

London is the capital city with great historical treasures,     8     is the centre of national government and its administration. It has the oldest port, building and castle     9     (build) by the invaders. Without the historical evidence, we     10     (will) not be able to learn more about the history and culture of the UK.

7 . With so many NYC museums to choose from, it’s hard to begin. The good news is, you’re in the right place. Below is a highly selective list of museums in New York City.

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Occupying two million square feet, with a permanent collection of over two million works of art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art (founded in 1870) is one the largest galleries in the world. This famous fine arts museum in NYC possesses works from classical antiquity (古物), ancient Egypt, Asia, Byzantium, and Europe, with nearly all of the European masters represented.

American Museum of Natural History

Originally founded in 1869, the American Museum of Natural History is one of the largest museums in the world. Located in park-like grounds across the street from Central Park, the museum complex consists of 28 interconnected buildings housing 45 permanent exhibition halls. As a popular family-friendly NYC attraction, the American Museum of Natural History is as fun as it is educational.

Solomon R.Guggenheim Museum

One of the mid-twentieth century’s most important architectural landmarks, the iconic Solomon R.Museum was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright spent 15 years designing the building and gave up 700 sketches and six sets of working drawings in the process. He died six months before the doors were opened.

New York City Fire Museum

The New York City Fire Museum (set up in 1934) is a charming alternative to the more expensive museums of New York. Here you will find art and artifacts that celebrate the history of firefighting and the New York City Fire Department, including modern-day firefighting equipment and real New York fire equipment from 1790.

1. What do you know about the American Museum of Natural History?

A．It consists of 28 exhibition halls.	B．It lies in the middle of Central Park.
C．It is fit for parents and their kids.	D．It is the largest museum in the world.

2. Which is the youngest museum?

A．The New York City Fire Museum

B．The Solomon R.Guggenheim Museum

C．The Metropolitan Museum of Art

D．The American Museum of Natural History

3. What is one feature of the New York City Fire Museum?

A．It charges no fees	B．It is the most famous museum
C．It exhibits only modern equipment	D．It is a themed museum

4. Where can you probably find this passage?

A．In a guidebook	B．In a history book
C．In an art review	D．In an official report

8 . Nickname: Hawaii’s Island of Adventure   
Size: 4,028 square miles
Population: 148,677. The most heavily populated areas are Hilo on the east side and Kailua-Kona on the west.
Temperature: Averages between 71°F and 77°F year around.
Beaches: 47 Golf Courses: 20 Highest Peak: Mauna Kea, 13,796 feet.
Agriculture: The bulk of Hawaii’s farming products are grown and processed on the Big Island, including coffee, macadamia nuts and papaya.
Lodging: 9,655 rooms total; Nightly rates range from$ 35—$ 5,000.
Airports: Hilo International Airport on the east side and Kona International Airport on the west side.
Rental Cars: All of the nationally known rental car companies have locations at Hilo International and Kona International Airports as well as many resorts. In addition, Hilo, Kona and the major resort areas are serviced by taxis.
Resources: Call (800) 648—2441 to order a video, poster, brochures and maps from the Big Island Visitors Bureau．See www.bigisland.org for Updated information.
Shopping: The large shopping centers are in Hilo, Kona, Waimea and the Kohala Coast.
1. The passage is intended to be read by _______.

A．students

B．businessmen

C．tourists

D．immigrants

2. The average population per square mile on the island is about _________.

A．28

B．32

C．37

D．44

3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a traffic means to get around the Big Island?

A．By train.

B．By air.

C．By rental car.

D．By taxi.

4. What can we infer from the passage?

A．You can see www.bigisland.org for updated information.

B．You can call (800) 648 – 2441 to order some food.

C．You can find some courts to play tennis on the island.

D．You may pay a high price for spending one night on the island.

9 . Death Valley is one of the most famous deserts in the United States, covering a wide area with its alkali sand. Almost 20 percent of this area is well below sea level, and Badwater, a salt water pool, is about 280 feet below sea level and the lowest point in the United States.
Long ago the Panamint Indians called this place "Tomesha"-- the land of fire. Death Valley's present name dates back to 1849, when a group of miners coming across from Nevada became lost in its unpleasantness and hugeness and their adventure turned out to be a sad story. Today Death Valley has been declared a National Monument and is crossed by several well-marked roads where good services can be found easily. Luckily the change created by human settlement has hardly ruined the special beauty of this place.
Here nature created a lot of surprising, almost like the sights on the moon, ever-changing as the frequent wind moves the sand about, showing the most unusual colors. One of the most astonishing and colorful parts of Death Valley is the Devil's Golf Course, where it seems hard for one to tell reality from dreams. Sand sculptures stand on a frightening ground, as evening shadows move and lengthen.
1. The name of the valley comes from__________ .

A．an Indian name	B．the death of the miners
C．the local people	D．a National Movement

2. From the passage we can learn that__________.

A．no one had ever known the desert before the miners

B．it's still not easy to travel across the desert

C．people can find gas-stations, cafes and hotels in the desert

D．people have changed the natural sight of the desert

3. The Devil's Golf Course is famous for__________ .

A．the terrible sights	B．the moon-like sights
C．dream-like sights	D．the ever-changing sights

4. From the passage we can see that the writer__________the Death Valley.

A．appreciates

B．is fearful of

C．dislikes

D．is tired of