Shennongjia is said to be the place
Shennongjia’s beauty
Official data showed that visitors to Shennongjia Forestry District
Visitors can employ a bus service if they do not drive
There is so much more to learn about the interesting history and culture of the United Kingdom. Studying the history of the country will make your visit
3 . Since I was born and brought up in a rural town, I have a great interest in nature. Using the chance of studying abroad in my second year at college, I decided to go to Canada just because I wanted to see the beautiful phenomena there. So after I finished the study, I went to Yellowknife in the Northwest. I clearly remember the sixth night in Yellowknife. Suddenly my host mother came to my room around 8 p. m. and told me to change clothes and go outside quickly carrying her camera.
The northern lights were flickering (闪烁)in the sky! I was amazed and just stood there with my mouth open. I forgot to take pictures of the mysterious lights.
Since that night, whenever it was sunny, I went outside at night and looked at the sky. It was so cold that my hands and feet were numb with cold. Actually, the time of my being able to be out was limited. I had to bring her camera back to the house in one hour at the most, for the camera was going to be broken because of the cold temperature.
As I took pictures of the northern lights, I came to find a characteristic movement of the lights. They first appear in the north part of the sky and then they gradually come down to the south. After that, suddenly, they come in the middle of the north and south only for a while, which is the time when the best northern lights can be seen. Since it is only a few seconds for the northern lights to come down to the middle of the sky, it is very hard to get good pictures.
The stronger the sun acts, the better and stronger northern lights flicker in the sky. That’s because they occur from the collision(碰撞)between atmospheric gases and solar wind. Much more solar wind comes to the earth when the sun is active, leading to the best northern lights.
1. Why did the author forget to take pictures?| A．It was freezing cold outside. |
| B．He was shocked by the wonderful sights. |
| C．The lights were flickering in the sky. |
| D．He lost all his feeling in his hands and feet. |
| A．The northern lights came out every night. |
| B．The author took lots of pictures with his camera. |
| C．The author could stay as long as he liked outdoors. |
| D．Cameras will be damaged if exposed too long to coldness. |
| A．They appear in the north part of the sky. |
| B．They rise in the east and set in the west. |
| C．They are between the north and south. |
| D．They come down to the south part of the sky. |
| A．The lights stay in the middle for a very short time. |
| B．The lights of the sun affect the northern lights. |
| C．The lights are caused by the collisions of gases. |
| D．The colours of the lights are determined by the height. |
Canada, which
Apart from its geographical diversity, Canada’s many rural areas and urban centers reflect the diversity of its residents. Some of Canada’s
This ethnic variety, in turn, brings
After camping in the Redwood Forest and visiting the wine country of Napa Valley, I
In the morning, I walked around the downtown in the Mission District, appreciating the street art and then,
In the afternoon, I paid a visit
In the evening, I toured Chinatown,
Washington DC is the nation’s capital, and the chance to move there
As we
DC has one of
Covering 7 million square kilometers of jungle and river over eight countries, the Amazon Rainforest is home to millions of sorts of plants and animals, some of
The Amazon Basin
With the destruction of the Amazon Rainforest, global warming becomes more of a threat. It is up to each individual to fight against the
A park in Dandong, Liaoning province,
It took more than six months
"The park is not just for supporting leisure and fitness
Till now, various activities
"Dandong is a city of
Dandong
9 . Rainforests are home to a rich variety of medicinal plants, food, birds and animals. Can you believe that a single bush（灌木丛）in the Amazon may have more species of ants than the whole of Britain! About 480 varieties of trees may be found in just one hectare of rainforest.
Rainforests are the lungs of the planet-storing vast quantities of carbon dioxide and producing a significant amount of the world's oxygen. Rainforests have their own perfect system for ensuring their own survival; the tall trees make a canopy（树冠层）of branches and leaves which protect themselves, smaller plants, and the forest animals from heavy rain, intense dry heat from the sun and strong winds.
Amazingly, the trees grow in such a way that their leaves and branches, although close together, never actually touch those of another tree. Scientists think this is the plants' way to prevent the spread of any tree diseases and make life more difficult for leaf-eating insects like caterpillars. To survive in the forest, animals must climb, jump or fly across the gaps. The ground floor of the forest is not all tangled leaves and bushes, like in films, but is actually fairly clear. It is where dead leaves turn into food for the trees and other forest life.
They are not called rainforests for nothing! Rainforests can generate 75%of their own rain. At least 80 inches of rain a year is normal-and in some areas there may be as much as 430 inches of rain annually. This is real rain-your umbrella may protect you in a shower, but it won't keep you dry if there is a full rainstorm. In just two hours, streams can rise ten to twenty feet. The humidity（湿气）of large rainforests contributes to the formation of rainclouds that may travel to other countries in need of rain.
1. What can we learn about rainforests from the first paragraph?| A．They produce oxygen. | B．They cover a vast area. |
| C．They are well managed. | D．They are rich in wildlife. |
| A．Heavy rains | B．Big trees. |
| C．Small plants. | D．Forest animals. |
| A．For more sunlight. | B．For more growing space. |
| C．For self-protection. | D．For the detection of insects. |
| A．Life-Giving Rainforests | B．The Law of the Jungle |
| C．Animals in the Amazon | D．Weather in Rainforests |
10 . There are some simple safety tips that you should follow to ensure your visit to Australia is as enjoyable as possible.
On the road
* If you wish to drive in Australia you must hold a current, valid driving license issued in the country in which you live. Carry it with you at all times when driving.
* Always travel no faster than the signed maximum speed limit.
* The driver is not allowed to use a mobile phone while driving in Australia.
* Do not pick up hitchhikers at the side of the road, who get free rides from drivers of passing cars.
At the beach
* Always swim with others.
* Never swim under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or in darkness.
In the bush
* Drink plenty of water (allow at least one litre of water per hour of walking) when walking outdoors. Wear sturdy shoes and socks, a hat, sunscreen lotion, comfortable clothing for long bushwalks.
* Never walk alone. Read maps and signs carefully.
* Do not feed or play with native animals. You might get bitten or scratched.
In the Outback
* When planning each day of travel spend some time to calculate how long it will take to drive between destinations. Be realistic about how far you can drive in a day.
* Always carry a current road map.
* Always carry a spare tyre, tools and water.
* During daylight hours always drive with your headlights on low beam, as outback conditions can make it difficult to see oncoming vehicles.
1. If an American wants to drive in Australia, he has to get ________.| A．a car | B．a mobile phone |
| C．a valid Australian driving license | D．a valid American driving license |
| A．Do not pick up strangers when you are driving on the road. |
| B．Do not swim alone or in the dark. |
| C．You are welcome to give food to native animals in the bush. |
| D．When in the outback or in the bush, remember to take a map with you. |
| A．Drink at least one litre of water per hour. |
| B．Be realistic about where you can go. |
| C．When you are driving, you can’t use a mobile phone. |
| D．Eat as much as you can. |
