1 . 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。

Xiamen, lying in Fujian Province, is a famous coastal city. As far as I’m concerned, Xiamen is very clean and pretty. In that city, we can enjoy the clear sky, the beautiful sea,     1     green tropical plants. As Xiamen is in the southeast of China and close to the sea, it’s neither too cold in winter     2     too hot in summer. The best seasons to go to Xiamen     3    (be) both spring and summer. Besides, there are some famous tourist    4    (site) in Xiamen. And the most beautiful scenic spot is Gulangyu Island. We can visit foreign architectures, nice gardens, beautiful parks, and     5    (tradition) museums there. Once we are in Xiamen, we can’t miss going to Gulangyu Island, or we won’t have     6     good time.

However, in recent years, Xiamen has become a lot     7    (much) modern than it used to be. Nowadays, more and more skyscrapers and shopping malls     8    (build), which make Xiamen a wonderful city for sightseeing and shopping. So I     9    (eager) wish to spend my summer holiday there next time.

Next year if I have enough time and money, I plan     10    (have) a nice sightseeing tour in Xiamen with my close friends. I hope we can spend the happiest time together there.

4 . 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。

Tengwang Pavilion（阁）is located on the bank of the Ganjiang River, in Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province. It     1     （admire）widely by visitors from all over the world since it was built. In terms of its     2     （high）, size and architectural（建筑的）style, this pavilion is one of the excellent     3     （example）of Chinese buildings that are famous worldwide.

As a brother of the emperor Taizong, Tengwang asked people     4     （build）the original building in the year 653 during the Tang dynasty（618-907）. Pavilion of Prince Teng was named     5     him. Wang Bo,     6     gifted poet of the Tang dynasty made it well-known after he wrote his “Essay on Pavilion of Prince Teng". However, in 1926, it was destroyed by a fire. The current building is the result of     7     was rebuilt between 1983 and 1989.

The existing pavilion is even     8     （impressive）than the former one.     9     （surround）by rock gardens and lakes, it is built in the architectural style of the Song dynasty（960-1279）. It is in fact not just one building but a complex（建筑群）. The main building,     10     （cover）47,000 square meters, is about 189 feet high with two smaller pavilions standing on its north and south sides.

5 . If you ever get sick of polite society and think you’re up for the challenge of living out there, take a look at these four of the world’s most remote communities.

Tristan da Cunha

Tristan da Cunha is officially the most remote inhabited archipelago (群岛) in the world, sitting 1,750 miles from the nearest land in South Africa, with a permanent population of less than 300. The islands were discovered by Portuguese explorer Tristão da Cunha in 1506. Eventually, the islands came under the control of the United Kingdom.

Ascension Island

Ascension Island is found in the South Atlantic Ocean, about 1,000 miles from South Africa in 1501. The island is home to an airfield used by the U.K. and U.S. militaries, both of which greatly contribute to the island’s total population of about 880 people. It is impossible to become a citizen of Ascension Island without an employment contract.

Foula

Foula is only 2.5 miles by 3.5 miles and is home to a mere 31 people. The island’s inhabitants traditionally made their living from fishing, but in recent years tourism and sheep herding have developed as tax contributors.

Easter Island

Easter Island, famed for its iconic stone statues, is also one of the most remote communities in the world. The island is 15.3 miles by 7.6 miles and has at least 4,000 residents. Today many residents make a living catering to the tourists who flock there to explore the nature, history and culture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

1. What is required to become a citizen of Ascension Island?

A．You need an employment contract.

B．You must pay tax.

C．You must obtain Tristão da Cunha’s permission.

D．You need the U.K. and U.S. militaries’ permission.

2. What’s the population gap between the two islands which have the fewest population?

A．580.

B．270.

C．850.

D．3970.

3. What do Foula and Easter Island have in common?

A．They are both suitable for airfield.

B．They have the fewest residents relatively.

C．They were both under the control of the United Kingdom.

D．They both rely on tourism to help the residents increase income.

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。

Chongqing is a city different from other Chinese cities. With beautiful natural scenery and places of historical interests, Chongqing    1     (own) rich local culture color. The city has become a popular tourist destination at the upper reaches of the Yangtze River best known    2     its spicy food and unique landscapes.

When the night falls, decorative lights, lanterns, roadside lamps, bridges and towers all combine to form a number of ever-burning lights, each one     3     (represent) a part of the city’s past and present.

    4     (build) on the mountainous area, Chongqing is often called the mountain city of China. It is also often named as “burning furnace (火炉)” because of its burning summers     5     its typical foods: spicy hotpot.

As    6     Chongqing native, I can speak on the subject of every mountain and river here. Many times when someone asks me    7     (brief) the city, I can be more than happy to speak out the reasons behind its charm. The love for the city ruts deep in my blood, I have been witnessing (见证) Chongqing’s rapid economic    8     (develop) and all the great changes     9     have taken place here in the past 30 years. Looking back at the new look of the city, I am    10     (extreme) proud.

7 . Over the past 5,000 years, China has given birth to a large number of cultural heritages, Among these are the beautiful porcelain wares (瓷器) produced in Jingdezhen in East China’s Jiangxi Province. Here we explore their development and importance in today’s society.

Jingdezhen is well-known around the world for Its porcelain, It has produced porcelain since the Five Dynasties (907 ~ 960). Jingdezhen in known as the “porcelain capital” for its different kinds of porcelain wares with rich and cool styles, Of all the products, blue and white porcelain is the most famous, Such unique porcelains with the fine style have been praised as “the Treasure of China”.

Starting in the Song Dynasty (906 ~ 1279), kiln (窑) appeared in every household in every village in Jingdezhen, which was key to the establishment of its porcelain tradition.

During the Yuan Dynasty (1271~ 1368), a new technique for blue and white porcelain was invented. During the Ming (1368~ 1644) and Qing (1644~1911) dynasties, techniques for mining, painting, and firing were advanced, bringing Jingdezhen’s porcelain craftsmanship (工艺) to a historic high. At that time, the establishment of the Zhushan Imperial Kiln and the growing porcelain market overseas accelerated the development of the industry, turning Jingdezhen into a major porcelain production center.

The Republic of China (1912~1949) saw the growth of porcelain industry as well as a rise in shops and traders, which helped increase ties between Jingdezhen and other areas in China and other countries, After the People’s Republic of China was founded in 1949, the porcelain industry saw its development at high speed.

However, with the economic growth and the use of new technology over the last decades, the traditional porcelain production worsens. Although some traditional techniques have been preserved, a large part of them were lost. In 2006, Jingdezhen porcelain craftsmanship was listed as a national cultural heritage.

1. Why is the blue and white porcelain regarded as “the Treasure of China”?

A．For its producer.

B．For its timing.

C．For its weight.

D．For its style.

2. When did Jingdezhen’s porcelain craftsmanship reach a record high?

A．In the Five Dynasties.

B．In the Song Dynasty.

C．In the Yuan Dynasty.

D．In the Ming and Qing dynasties.

3. What does the underlined word “accelerated” in paragraph 4 probably mean?

A．Missed out.

B．Held back.

C．Sped up.

D．Mixed with.

4. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?

A．The Importance of Porcelain

B．The Porcelain in Jingdezhen

C．The Rise of Porcelain Industry

D．The Economic Growth in China

8 . 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。

Plans for the Hangzhou Grand Canal（运河）National Cultural Park were issued recently in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province,     1     goal is to better protect and make use of the Grand Canal.

The construction of the park is a     2    （create）exploration that represents China's cultural confidence. Unlike traditional parks, this park aims       3    （stress）the originality of the ecosystem, covering both the natural scenery and the regional culture.

Along the 30 kilometers of waterway in Hangzhou's Gongshu district, there are many things for       4    （tourist）, such as the Shangtang Ancient Canal Night Tour and Grand Canal Red Sandalwood Museum. They can enjoy night views and cultural heritage at the same time.

The construction began on 20 landmarks     5    （connect）with the Grand Canal in Hangzhou's Gongshu district last year. They are expected to be     6    （fundamental） completed by the end of next year. Up to now, seven of those     7    （show）to the public, including museums themed on the canal. With     8     history of more than 2, 500 years, the Grand Canal is also a vast waterway system in the eastern plains of China. It has played an important role in       9    （ensure） the country’s economic prosperity（繁荣）and stability. Today, it still serves     10    a major means of transportation.

9 . 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。

Weihai, a coastal city of Shandong province, has built a 1, 001-kilometer route that strings together picturesque (风景如画的) coastal and     1     (mountain) landscapes to further develop its tourism sector and rural areas.

    2     (bring) into service in May last year, it has a main highway and branch roads, of the same     3     (long). The 501-km main route goes along the coastline and runs across the mountains. The 500-km branch roads can take visitors to more than 90 percent of the city’s tourism attractions,     4     (include) scenic spots, hotels, RV campsites, home stays and agricultural sightseeing sites. Among the attractions     5     (be) four ski resorts, nine natural hot springs, 15 national-level marine ranches (海洋牧场) and more than 80 agricultural tourism sites.

The highway has made travel across Weihai more convenient and it has brought     6     increased number of visitors to the city, says Wang Hongchen, an official of the culture and tourism bureau (旅游局) of Rongcheng, a county-level city of Weihai. Along the highway, signs     7     (set) at major points so far. Every 30 to 40 km along the route, there is a park with public     8     (facility) where people can enjoy outdoor leisure time. “Over 70 percent of tourists,     9     visited Rongcheng this summer, drove to our city and over half of the total tourists to Rongcheng are     10     outside Shandong province,” says Wang.

10 . Less Well-known, but Equally Fascinating National Parks in the US

Alcatraz Island (San Francisco, California)

Alcatraz Island, also known as “The Rock” (only 0.029 square miles) in the middle of San Francisco Bay, is the home of the oldest operating lighthouse on the west coast and the infamous federal prison. Visit the legendary island that once served as the San Francisco armoury (军工厂). “The Rock” will give visitors a glimpse of what life was like for prisoners and guards. Advance purchase is required because of the limited number of visitors allowed on the Island each day.

Cape Cod National Seashore (Wellfleet, Massachusetts)

Cape Cod National Seashore is a protected area of shoreline, natural habitats, and historically significant structures. It consists of 68 square miles of beaches, ponds, marshes, and woodlands extending for 40 miles. With its historic lighthouses, this park is a great place to swim in the Atlantic, explore nature trails and learn about the nation’s sailing past and present.

Biscayne National Park (Miami, Florida)

The park provides access for visitors to encounter and explore the scenery, wildlife, history and other amazing resources. This park covers 270 square miles, and 95% of it is underwater. Divers and snorkelers hit the ocean to explore shipwrecks and a bright coral reef, home to reef lobsters.

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument (Florissant, Colorado)

Beneath a grassy mountain valley in central Colorado, lies one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world. This mountain valley protects 9 square miles of petrified (石化) redwoods and fossils of ancient insects and plants, which were preserved 35 million years ago when erupting volcanoes covered the valley in ash. Apart from a variety of outdoor activities, it offers visitors opportunities for hands-on experience to learn about fossils and science in the exhibit area.

1. What are tourists required to do to go on Alcatraz Island?

A．Protect nature reserves.	B．Take diving suits.
C．Make reservations in advance.	D．Know how to operate the lighthouse.

2. A fan of prehistoric creatures will probably go to ________.

A．Alcatraz Island	B．Cape Cod National Seashore
C．Biscayne National Park	D．Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

3. Where is this text probably from?

A．A geography book.

B．A guide book.

C．A news report.

D．A science magazine.