1 . The United States has a vast network of National Parks spread all around the country. Here are some National Parks for you.

Arches National Park, Utah

More than 2,000 natural stone arches make Arches National Park a special place in Utah. Travelers from around the world come to see brilliant sunsets that light up the sky each night. Hikers and rock climbers will love the endless options for exploring, while more low-key visitors are sure to love the camping.

Acadia, Maine

Super close to Bar Harbor, one of Maine's most beloved tiny towns, Acadia National Park tops travel guides for the Vacation State. Before making your way to Mt. Desert island, dine on the country's most famous fish and lake advantage of the opportunity to go whale watching on the Atlantic Ocean. When visiting Acadia, set aside some time to hike and go boating.

Mount Rainier, Washington

We couldn't leave the park with you slowly moving ice off the list. Washington's Mount Rainier National Park, found southeast of Seattle, has 25 of them (along with the famous volcano) as its attention-catching sight. The National Park says it's "the snowiest place on earth where snow is measured regularly." If snowcapped peaks aren't your thing, plan to visit the park when the weather is warmer.

Great Sand Dunes (沙丘), Colorado

You probably imagine the Rocky Mountains when you think about Colorado, but did you know that the Centennial state is also home to the United States' largest sand dunes? See them for yourself at Great Sand Dunes National Park, where you can go sand boarding or "fat biking". Though June temperatures are said to be some of Southern Colorado's best, a warm winter day can be an equally enjoyable time to see the dunes.

1. What do Arches National Park and Acadia have in common?

A．Tourists can hike in the parks.	B．They are located in tiny towns.
C．Both of the parks offer sea food.	D．They offer free guide to travellers.

2. What attracts travellers most in Mount Rainier?

A．Sunsets.	B．Whales.
C．Ice.	D．Sands.

3. Where can you go if you are fond of cycling?

A．Arches National Park, Utah	B．Acadia, Maine
C．Mount Rainier, Washington	D．Great Sand Dunes, Colorado

2 . 假设你是李华,你们学校校报正在举办主题为“我的家乡”的英文征文活动，请根据以下要点写一篇英语短文介绍你的家乡：
1. 地理位置；
2. 人文景观；
3. 发展变化；
4. 你的希望。
注意：词数100左右。
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3 . In the middle of the 19th century，a fever dream of riches beyond measure drew countless explorers west to the mountains of central California.Although the gold rush ended up being a bust for many who sought a fortune，some of those explorers discovered a natural treasure that would draw permanent settlers to Yosemite Valley in the following decade.

Vast wilderness，beautiful mountains，countless waterfalls，and abundant wildlife drew Native Americans to Yosemite roughly 10，000 years ago.The first non-native tourists arrived in the mid-1850s after reports from gold seekers told of an area of breathtaking beauty that no words were able to describe.

Fortunately，some of Yosemite’s earliest settlers recognized that Yosemite’s natural beauty and resources needed to be preserved for future generations.In the midst of the Civil War，President Abraham Lincoln signed a grant to protect Yosemite permanently，thus making it the nation’s first land to be dedicated to recreation and setting the stage for what would become the national park system.

One of Yosemite’s earliest ambassadors was Scottish-American naturalist and writer John Muir.After living in Yosemite for a few years，he helped define its proposed boundaries.He also wrote articles that helped lead to its official title as a National Park in 1890.He later co-founded the Sierra Club in 1892 to advocate for its continued preservation and protection.

Located on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in central California，Yosemite National Park runs across nearly 748，000 acres，almost 95％of which is wilderness.Around four million visitors come to Yosemite each year to camp，hike its miles of trails，climb its rock formations，and photograph its impressive sights.Are you ready to visit Yosemite National Park? Which of Yosemite’s sights would you most like to experience?

1. Which of the following best explains“bust”underlined in Paragraph 1?

A．Memory.

B．Symbo1.

C．Failure.

D．Challenge.

2. When did the first non-native tourists come to Yosemite?

A．After it was discovered by gold seekers.

B．When the gold rush finally came to a stop.

C．Before native Americans found its beauty.

D．When it became a National Park in 1890.

3. What do we learn about John Muir?

A．He was the first to build the national park.

B．He helped set the boundaries of Yosemite.

C．He wrote to collect money for Yosemite.

D．He gave Yosemite an official name.

4. What do we know about Yosemite National Park?

A．It has been well preserved since the Civil War.

B．It was originally created to protect wild animals.

C．It used to be well-known for its man-made beauty.

D．It was once damaged by some of its earliest settlers.

4 . If you are looking for the place that has everything, there is only one place to visit, and that’s New York. It’s a whole world in a city.

The World of Theater: All of New York is a stage. And it begins with Broadway. Where else can you find so many hit shows in one place? Only in New York!

The World of Music: Spend an evening with Beethoven at Lincoln Center. Swing to the great jazz of Greenwich Village. Or rock yourself silly at the hottest dance spots found anywhere.

The World of Art: From Rembrandt to Picasso. From Egyptian tombs to Indian teepees. Whatever kind of art you like, you will find it in New York.

The World of Fine Dining: Whether it’s roast Beijing duck in Chinatown, lasagna in little Italy, or the finest French coq au vin found everywhere, there is world of great taste waiting for you in New York.

The World of Sights: What other city has a Statue (雕塑) of Liberty? A Rockefeller Center? Or a Bronx Zoo? Where else can you take a horse-drawn carriage through Central Park? Only in New York!

1. From the text we know that “Rembrandt” is most likely to be the name of a famous            .

A．actor	B．painter
C．cook	D．musician

2. Which of the following can visitors do only in New York?

A．To enjoy a Beethoven concert.	B．To taste the finest French coq au vin.
C．To see the Statue of Liberty.	D．To eat Roast Beijing Duck.

3. This passage may be taken from .

A．a handbook for English learners	B．a pocketbook for businessmen
C．a guidebook for foreign travellers	D．a storybook for local readers

5 . Washington, D.C. Bicycle Tours

Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.

Duration: 3 hours

This small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see a world-famous cherry trees with beautiful flowers of Washington, D.C. Your guide will provide a history lesson about the trees and the famous monuments where they blossom. Reserve your spot before availability — the cherry blossoms—disappear!

Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour

Duration: 3 hours (4 miles)

Join a guided bike tour and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington, D.C. Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and history at each stop. Guided tour includes bike, helmet, cookies and bottled water.

Capital City Bike Tour In Washington, D.C.

Duration: 3 hours

Morning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D. C. newcomers and locals looking to experience Washington, D.C. in a healthy way with minimum effort. Knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most, interesting stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, and parks. Comfortable bikes and a smooth tour route(路线) make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing.

Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour

Duration: 3 hours (7miles)

Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington, D.C. Get up close to the monuments and memorials as you bike the sites of Capitol Hill and the National Mall. Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history. Tour includes bike, helmet, and bottled water. All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights.

1. Which tour do you need to book in advance?

A．Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.

B．Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour.

C．Capital City Bike Tour in Washington.

D．Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour.

2. What will you do on the Capital City Bike Tour?

A．Meet famous people.	B．Go to a national park.
C．Visit well-known museums.	D．Enjoy interesting stories.

3. Which of the following does the bicycle tour at night provide?

A．City maps.	B．Cameras.
C．Meals.	D．Safety lights.

6 . 完形填空
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
If you ever have a chance to go to Finland, you’ll probably be surprised to find how “foolish” the Finnish people are.
Take the taxi drivers for example. You can go_______on a journey, tell the driver to_______you at any place, say that you have some business to_______, and that you will pay the taxi driver later. He will agree without any_______but just accept your words in good_______.
The dining rooms in all big hotels not only serve their_______, but also provide food for outside_______. Hotel guests have their meals free, so they_______go to the free dining rooms to have their meals, and the_______they would do to show their good faith is to wave their registration card to the waiter. With such________check, you can easily use any old registration card to take a couple of friends to wine and dine free of________.
Finnish workers are paid by the hour. If you work in Finland and have________the boss on the hourly rate, then you just say how many hours you have worked and you’ll be paid________.
With so many loop holes in everyday life, surely Finland must be a good country to those who________to take “petty advantages”. But the__________ thing is, all the taxi passengers always come back to pay their________after they have attended to their business; not a________outsider has ever been found in the free hotel dining rooms; workers always give the exact hours they have________. As the Finns always act on good faith and always have a (an)_______of “right is right” and “wrong is wrong” in everything they do, so to live in such a society has turned everyone into a real “gentleman”.
What we regarded as “foolish” is________the Finnish people’s way of life.1.

A．somewhere

B．anywhere

C．sometime

D．anytime

2.

A．stop

B．pass

C．drop

D．pick

3.

A．attend to

B．take care

C．take up

D．appeal to

4.

A．guarantee

B．anxiety

C．passenger

D．money

5.

A．smile

B．place

C．seat

D．faith

6.

A．meals

B．visitors

C．guests

D．cards

7.

A．waiters

B．diners

C．drivers

D．workers

8.

A．naturally

B．respectively

C．secretly

D．contently

9.

A．best

B．worst

C．most

D．least

10.

A．strict

B．complete

C．troublesome

D．loose

11.

A．registration

B．care

C．charge

D．noise

12.

A．paid for

B．debated with

C．talked about

D．agreed with

13.

A．accordingly

B．reluctantly

C．separately

D．automatically

14.

A．hesitate

B．hate

C．love

D．refuse

15.

A．strange

B．confusing

C．complex

D．imaginative

16.

A．business

B．trip

C．fine

D．fare

17.

A．single

B．faithful

C．familiar

D．usual

18.

A．worked on

B．put in

C．spent on

D．run out

19.

A．religion

B．law

C．idiom

D．attitude

20.

A．eventually

B．accidentally

C．actually

D．temporarily