1 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处适当的内容(l个单词 )或括号内单词的正确形式 。

Dujiangyan is the oldest man-made water system in the world, and a wonder in the development of Chinese science. Built over 2,200 years ago in    1    is now Sichuan Province in Southwest China, this amazing engineering achievement is still used today to irrigate over 6000 square kilometers of farmland and provide water for 50 cities in the province.

In ancient times, the region in which Dujiangyan now stands suffered from regular floods     2    (cause) by overflow from the Minjiang River. To help the victims of the flooding, Li Bing, the region governor, together with his son, decided to find a    3    (solve).

Li designed a series of channels built at different levels along Mount Yulei    4    would take away floodwater while    5    (leave) the river flowing naturally.    6    (Well) still, the extra water could be directed to the dry Chengdu Plain, making it suitable for farming.

After eight years of work, the 20-meter-wide canals had been carved through the mountain.

Once the system was finished, no more floods     7     (occur) and the people were able to live peacefully and    8    (happy).Today, Dujiangyan is admired by scientists from around the world because of one feature. Unlike modern dams where the water    9    (block) with a huge wall, Dujiangyan still lets water flow through the Minjiang River naturally, enabling ecosystems and fish population to exist       10     harmony.

2 . Several things Beijingers do during wintertime

In winter, Beijing offers the city’s fun-seekers many appealing options, from royal gardens to winter resorts. Your sweet tooth and palate for fine art can also be satisfied by the abundant choices in food and art exhibitions. Here are some recommendations for you.

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The Summer Palace was designed as a summer resort for the Emperor Dowager Cixi in the Qing Dynasty (1644 — 1911). Recently it has attracted thousands of tourists hoping to catch sight of the setting sun shining through the Seventeen-Arch Bridge over the frozen Kunming Lake.

Mutton hot pot with family and friends.

    2     Eating mutton, according to Chinese traditional medicine, is able to drive out the coldness inside the body and nourish your vitality.

A weekend at Ice skating & ski resorts.

Surrounded by historical mansions and natural beauty, Shichahai is a must-go scenic area in Beijing. In winter, I he frozen lake becomes n giant ice rink (溜冰场), offering skating, sleigh riding and ice bicycles for beginners who don’t want to miss out on the fun.    3     You can ski, participate in snow activities, or just sit in a cozy bar and appreciate the snow-covered landscape.

Hot spring resort getaway.

It is said that a hot spring bath is good for the body and the soul.    4     Gathered in the northern part of Beijing, especially Xiaotangshan town in the Changping district, these resorts offer a great experience for a weekend getaway.

Culture tours at museums.

Going to a museum certainly is much nicer and warmer than staying outdoors. Luckily, cultural agencies like the National Museum and the National Art Museum recently displayed several important exhibitions.    5    

A．Sightseeing at Summer Palace.

B．Add ski resorts to your list of fun.

C．As winter chill takes hold in Beijing, hot pot becomes more popular.

D．As the temperature goes down, swimming turns out to be a good choice.

E．No matter whether you are an experienced skier or not, you can make a perfect holiday there.

F．For more information, please go to the National Museum and National Art Museum websites.

G．For those who search for relaxation from stresses and strains, the city’s hot spring resorts are life-savers.

3 . For those looking to explore these natural wonders, all around the world there are volcanoes you can get up close to.

Vesuvius, Italy

Obviously the most famous volcano in the world, Vesuvius is considered currently dormant(休眠的), but that doesn't mean that it won't erupt at some point.Visiting Vesuvius is   more about Mount Vesuvius's past, particularly the destruction of Pompeii in A.D. 79. Though the volcano.seems harmless, the destruction of Pompeii was during a dormant phase of Vesuvius as well.

Elevation(海拔): 4,203ft

White Island, New Zealand

Making headlines recently for an eruption that killed at least five people, White Island, which is uninhabited, is usually a popular tourist attraction. It is also central to New Zealander culture,playing an important role in Maori legends. To access the island, one must take a boat tour, and then one can hike.

Elevation: 1,053 ft

Kilauea, Hawaii

The most active volcano in the world is in Hawaii where volcanoes hold local cultural legends.Nearby is also the Thurston Lava Tube which can be visited, as well as the surrounding lush jungles. The volcano is located on the Big Island, so visiting other attractions, such as Honolulu is a good choice.

Elevation: 4,009 ft

Sakuraji'ma, Japan

Less than 5 miles away from the city of Kagoshima, Sakurajima erupts almost every day.

Visiting the area is very easy, with ships leaving the city every 15 mins. Once there, Visitors can take a hike or visit the observatory, which is the closest spot to safely view the eruption. The lava has created interesting produce, including the world's largest carrot and the smallest orange.

Elevation: 3,665 ft

1. Which volcano is the highest?

A．Sakurajima, Japan	B．Kilauea. Hawaii.
C．Vesuvius, Italy.	D．White Island. New Zealand.

2. What is the similarity between White Island and Kilauea?

A．They belong to New Zealand.	B．They have jungles around them.
C．They become headlines recently.	D．They are very important in local culture.

3. What can visitors do when visiting Sakuraji'ma?

A．Taste the smallest orange.

B．Enj oy destruction of Pompeii.

C．Listen to local cultural legends.

D．Go to attractions of the city of Kagoshima.