A flood of tourists, some from overseas, have come to enjoy the unique cultural and natural beauties of the Tibet autonomous region,
Of the total tourists received, 30,455 were inbound visitors —travelers from overseas —
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The Chinese online travel agency Ctrip Group reported that travel order volume, including transportation and hotel bookings, for destinations in Tibet during the first half of the year increased
“It is harder
2 . Where does the Thames go in the end?
A.The south of the country. |
B.The North Sea. |
C.The west of the country. |
3 . 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 ecological environment in the Sanjiangyuan National Park in northwest China’s Qinghai Province
The park delivers over 60 billion cubic meters of high-quality freshwater downstream every year,
According to Losang Tsering,
The Sanjiangyuan region is a typical
1. Where does the man come from?
A.Germany. | B.America. | C.Mexico. |
A.Busy. | B.Quiet. | C.Expensive. |
A.People are friendlier. | B.It is more beautiful. | C.Life is more exciting. |
5 . Coming into the town of Santa Catarina Palopó, in the highlands of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala, the first thing you notice is the bright colors. Most of the buildings along the main street are eye-catching, deep blues and greens, dotted with red and yellow to form diverse patterns and designs.
Santa Catarina Palopó was once a sleepy town of 5, 000 people, most of them dependent on agricultural work. But as agriculture began to dry up here, poverty came. To deal with poverty and promote econ on growth through tourism, a small but creative group of laborers, artisans, domestic workers and stay-at-home moms created the Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó project.
The project aimed to paint all 850 homes and buildings in bright colors to change the hillside town into a work of art. “We wanted to paint the houses with colors and figures that represent the community” says the project’s executive director Stephany Blanco. “Families can choose designs for their house that are representative of the family.”
One of the most representative characteristics of the region is the blue huipil, a traditional blouse which has been worn commonly by local women since the 16th century. That deep sky blue was chosen the primary color-for the Pintando project, with secondary colors found in the sunsets and the nearby lake to make the design more attractive. Inspiration was also found in local culture, symbols such as volcanoes, flowers, and the national bird of Guatemala.
Each week, local artists, community members and tourists pick up paintbrushes to make buildings colorful. “At first, the idea of the project was uncertain, but now you can see a considerable difference in the town,” Melissa Whitbeck said. “The color of the buildings is believed to improve the quality-of life of the people. It uplifts the people’s mood and encourages them to be proud of their hometown.”
1. Why was the Pintando Santa Catarina project started?A.Because of a workforce shortage. | B.Due to the poor economic conditions. |
C.Thanks to the increase in population. | D.For the old-fashioned farming ways. |
A.Building family art galleries in Guatemala. | B.Creating job opportunities for local artists. |
C.Developing local tourism by selling artworks. | D.Changing the town into a cultural destination. |
A.The surrounding volcanoes. | B.Mayan-styled butterflies. |
C.A type of traditional clothing. | D.The national bird of Guatemala. |
A.Positive. | B.Reserved. | C.Concerned. | D.Negative. |
1. What creates a magical atmosphere in the Glowworm Caves?
A.Starlight |
B.Glow-in-the-dark paint |
C.Thousands of glowing creatures |
A.Australia |
B.New Zealand |
C.Canada |
A.Walking tours |
B.Boat tours |
C.Helicopter rides |
A.Waterfalls |
B.Glowing stalactites |
C.Thousands of glowworms on the walls and ceilings |
A.Because of the dark atmosphere |
B.Due to the presence of magical creatures |
C.It resembles a medieval castle |
A.The smell of caves |
B.The sound of dripping water |
C.A mesmerizing, glow-in-the-dark experience |
8. Describe the type of tour visitors can take to explore the Glowworm Caves.
9. Why is the experience of visiting the caves compared to stepping into a fairy tale?
10. What country is home to the Glowworm Caves?
1. Where is Dunhuang Crescent Lake located?
A.Gobi Desert |
B.Hunan province |
C.Sichuan province |
A.Square |
B.Crescent |
C.Circular |
A.Blue waters and green dunes |
B.Red sand and yellow sky |
C.Golden sand and blue skies |
A.Skiing |
B.Sandboarding |
C.Camel racing |
A.It’s a recent tourist attraction |
B.It served as a water source for travelers |
C.It was built for recreational purposes |
A.Strained |
B.Nonexistent |
C.Harmonious |
8. What role does Dunhuang Crescent Lake play in the context of the Gobi Desert?
9. Explain the suggested activities for visitors to Crescent Lake in Dunhuang.
10. How does Dunhuang Crescent Lake represent harmony between man and nature?
1. Where are the Yungang Grottoes located?
A.Sichuan province |
B.Hunan province |
C.Near Datong |
A.Natural hot springs |
B.Ancient Buddhist statues |
C.Underground rivers |
A.Less than 500 years |
B.Over 1,500 years |
C.Exactly 1,000 years |
A.Their small size |
B.Their simplicity |
C.Their lifelike expressions |
A.Awe |
B.Boredom |
C.Disinterest |
A.Modern technology |
B.Rich cultural heritage |
C.Recent innovations |
8. How does the age of the Yungang Grottoes contribute to their significance?
9. What historical narrative does the Yungang Grottoes tell according to the speaker?
10. Explain the suggested emotional experience of visitors when exploring the Yungang Grottoes.
1. Where is Zhangjiajie National Forest Park located?
A.Sichuan province |
B.Hunan province |
C.Gobi Desert |
A.Ancient legends |
B.A famous novel |
C.The movie Avatar |
A.Short and broad |
B.Tall and slender |
C.Smooth and rounded |
A.Like entering a concrete jungle |
B.Like stepping into a real-life Avatar world |
C.Like wandering through a historical museum |
A.Underwater world |
B.Magical realm |
C.Desert landscape |
A.History buffs |
B.Nature enthusiasts |
C.Shopping lovers |
8. How does the speaker characterize the atmosphere of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park?
9. Why is Zhangjiajie referred to as a hidden gem?
10. Describe the visual contrast mentioned in the speech regarding Zhangjiajie.
1. What is the unique feature of Jiuzhaigou Valley mentioned in the speech?
A.Ancient temples |
B.Colorful lakes |
C.Snow-capped mountains |
A.Hunan province |
B.Sichuan province |
C.Gobi Desert |
A.Five-Color Pond |
B.Mirror Lake |
C.Hallelujah Mountains |
A.Unique rock formations |
B.Vibrant wildlife |
C.Wonders of nature |
A.Murky |
B.Crystal-clear |
C.Shallow |
A.Nature lovers |
B.History enthusiasts |
C.Adventure seekers |
8. What feelings does the speaker suggest Jiuzhaigou Valley will evoke in visitors?
9. What role does Jiuzhaigou Valley play in the speech’s narrative of hidden treasures?
10. Explain why Jiuzhaigou Valley is compared to a fairyland.