2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where are the Yungang Grottoes located?

A．Sichuan province

B．Hunan province

C．Near Datong

2. What is unique about the Yungang Grottoes according to the speech?

A．Natural hot springs

B．Ancient Buddhist statues

C．Underground rivers

3. What is the suggested age of the Yungang Grottoes?

A．Less than 500 years

B．Over 1,500 years

C．Exactly 1,000 years

4. What does the speaker emphasize about the sculptures in the Yungang Grottoes?

A．Their small size

B．Their simplicity

C．Their lifelike expressions

5. What emotion does the speaker suggest visitors might feel when exploring the Yungang Grottoes?

A．Awe

B．Boredom

C．Disinterest

6. What aspect of ancient China do the Yungang Grottoes represent in the speech?

A．Modern technology

B．Rich cultural heritage

C．Recent innovations

7. Describe the primary characteristics of the Yungang Grottoes mentioned in the speech.
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8. How does the age of the Yungang Grottoes contribute to their significance?
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9. What historical narrative does the Yungang Grottoes tell according to the speaker?
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10. Explain the suggested emotional experience of visitors when exploring the Yungang Grottoes.
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3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where is Zhangjiajie National Forest Park located?

A．Sichuan province

B．Hunan province

C．Gobi Desert

2. What inspired the “Hallelujah Mountains” in Zhangjiajie?

A．Ancient legends

B．A famous novel

C．The movie Avatar

3. How are the rock formations in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park described?

A．Short and broad

B．Tall and slender

C．Smooth and rounded

4. What is the suggested feeling when exploring Zhangjiajie?

A．Like entering a concrete jungle

B．Like stepping into a real-life Avatar world

C．Like wandering through a historical museum

5. What kind of world is associated with Zhangjiajie according to the speaker?

A．Underwater world

B．Magical realm

C．Desert landscape

6. What kind of travelers might be interested in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park?

A．History buffs

B．Nature enthusiasts

C．Shopping lovers

7. Explain the significance of the “Hallelujah Mountains” in Zhangjiajie.
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8. How does the speaker characterize the atmosphere of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park?
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9. Why is Zhangjiajie referred to as a hidden gem?
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10. Describe the visual contrast mentioned in the speech regarding Zhangjiajie.
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4 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the unique feature of Jiuzhaigou Valley mentioned in the speech?

A．Ancient temples

B．Colorful lakes

C．Snow-capped mountains

2. Where is Jiuzhaigou Valley located?

A．Hunan province

B．Sichuan province

C．Gobi Desert

3. Which lake is specifically highlighted in the speech?

A．Five-Color Pond

B．Mirror Lake

C．Hallelujah Mountains

4. What is the suggested reason for adding Jiuzhaigou Valley to your travel list?

A．Unique rock formations

B．Vibrant wildlife

C．Wonders of nature

5. How is the underwater world in Jiuzhaigou described?

A．Murky

B．Crystal-clear

C．Shallow

6. What type of visitors is Jiuzhaigou Valley recommended for?

A．Nature lovers

B．History enthusiasts

C．Adventure seekers

7. Describe the characteristics of the lakes in Jiuzhaigou Valley.
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8. What feelings does the speaker suggest Jiuzhaigou Valley will evoke in visitors?
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9. What role does Jiuzhaigou Valley play in the speech’s narrative of hidden treasures?
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10. Explain why Jiuzhaigou Valley is compared to a fairyland.
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5 . Canadians are blessed with an abundance of natural wonders with enough lakes, mountains and rivers to explore for a lifetime. We’ve also got some of the most amazing waterfalls on Earth.

Horseshoe Falls Niagara Falls, Ontario

Niagara Falls are the most famous waterfalls in Canada — and understandably so. Actually they are made up of three different falls, and the fittingly named Horseshoe Falls is the only one located on the Canadian side, which is the most powerful in North America. Multiple viewing options are available including tourist ships and sightseeing buses.

Nailicho (Nirginia Falls) Nahanni National Park Reserve, Northwest Territories

Coming in at twice the height of Niagara Falls, this massive waterfall is located on the South Nahanni River in the Northwest Territories. The remote location means it receives only about 1,000 visitors per year who must make their way by either boat or floatplane.

Takakkaw Falls — Yoho National Park, British Columbia

Takakkaw translated from Cree loosely means “the magnificent (壮丽的)”, and it’s a suitable word for the second-highest waterfall in Canada. After a steep drive up a winding road, Takakkaw Falls is only a short distance from the parking lot along a wheelchair accessible path.

Bridal Veil Falls — Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park, British Columbia

Pretty and delicate, Bridal Veil Falls is located just east of Chilliwack, British Columbia, and really does look like its name, with water gently pouring over smooth rock. An easy 15-minute walk to the waterfall takes you through rich leaves. Tables are available to have a meal outdoors, and there are lots of opportunities for viewing wildlife along the way.

1. What do we know about Horseshoe Falls?

A．It is easily accessible.

B．It consists of three falls.

C．It limits tourist numbers.

D．It crosses North America.

2. How can visitors go to Takakkaw Falls?

A．By tourist ship.	B．By cable car.
C．By floatplane.	D．By car.

3. What can visitors do in Bridal Veil Falls?

A．Swim.

B．Camp.

C．Picnic.

D．Hunt.

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。

In ancient times, Zhenjiang City, Jiangsu Province, in Eastern China was called Jing kou.    1     (locate) at the golden cross of the Yangtze River and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, it is a place of     2     (strategy) importance.

The upper reaches of the Yangtze River deposit a lot of silt (淤泥) here,     3    has gradually built up into a small island in the river.

There are three beautiful mountains here—Jinshan Mountain, Beigu Mountain and Jiaoshan Mountain, which are     4     (close) connected with the Yangtze River and are called the Three Mountains of Jingkou.

Jinshan mountain is only 42 meters above sealevel.    5    Jinshan mountain is said to be on the Yangtze River, because the rivers course has moved to the north, JinShan is now some distance away from the Yangtze.

Beigu Mountain, 10 meters     6     (high) than Jinshan Mountain, is just beside the Yangtze River. From here, Jinshan Mountain can     7     (see) in the west and Jiaoshan Mountain in the east. Around the foot of the mountain     8     (flow) the mighty river.

Jiaoshan, the highest of the three,     9    an altitude of 70.7 meters and an area of 38 hectares, is located in the Yangtze River, surrounded by water. Encircled by the green waves, the green mountain looks like a piece of jade     10     (float) on the river.

7 . 根据句子结构的语法性，在下面空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词的适当形式填空。

The Baihetan hydropower plant, China's second largest hydropower facility on the upstream branch of the Yangtze river, was     1     (formal) completed on Tuesday after the last generating unit was connected.

The plant is estimated to generate 62.44 billion kilowatt-hours annually,     2     could save about 90 million tons of coal a year and cut annual carbon dioxide emissions (排放) by about 248 million tons.

Baihetan is one of six huge hydropower     3     (station) along the Yangtze river, China's longest. The Three Gorges Corporation, the project's developer, has described the 289-meter dam (大坝) and     4     (it) associated facilities as one of the country's biggest and     5     (challenging) engineering projects.

Construction began in 2017, with a total investment     6     (estimate) at 170 billion yuan. As     7     major project in China's west-east power transmission (输送) program, it will deliver electricity across the country     8     cities in the east.

China goes on     9     (construct) hydropower plants in the southwest, despite a long and severe drought in the summer of 2022 that saw generation volumes drop, forcing regions     10     (limit) power consumption.

8 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写 1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand. It has a population of just under a million people and is located     1     North Island. The seaside city is an important center for business and industry. It is also the most     2     (excite) city in New Zealand. Auckland was the capital of New Zealand for some time. Later, the capital moved to Wellington,     3     it was more central. In 1985, the New Zealand government     4     (make) the whole country a nuclear-free zone and since then Auckland has been a center for protest against nuclear testing in Asia pacific.

10 . 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。

Daocheng Yading is located in the Southwest of China’s Sichuan Province. This is a kingdom     1     (surround) by breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, steep glaciers (冰川), clear lakes and thick woods. It is called the last pure land on this blue planet. Every September, the scenery here is     2     (extreme) attractive. It’s like placing people into a colorful fairy tale world which is beyond     3     (imagine).

There are three mountain peaks in Daocheng Yading. The most beautiful is called Yangmaiyong. It is about 6000 meters     4     height, and has the shape of a perfect pyramid. Back in 1931, the American explorer Joseph Rock first introduced it to the world with     5     (photo) for the National Geographic Magazine. He wrote, “She is the most beautiful snow peak my eyes have ever seen”. Next to it stand two other mountains: Xiannairi and Xianuoduoji. The top of the mountains is covered by snow most of the time. No one     6     (reach) the top up to now. They are called the “Three Holy Mountains”. It is     7     irreplaceably sacred place in the hearts of the local people. “    8     (walk) round the holy mountains three times, you will achieve your wishes for this life,” the locals say. However, it’s such a great challenge to both one’s physical ability and mind because of     9     (it) altitude. What drives them to do that? Perhaps it is simple faith. It is the last pure land     10     can purify the soul.