1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What does the speaker mainly talk about?

A．Must-see books.

B．Places to travel.

C．Important travel experiences.

2. Which tourist attraction comes first in the list?

A．The rock.

B．The islands.

C．The ancient city.

3. What is Petra famous for?

A．The coast.

B．Sand stones.

C．Its culture.

4. What is the best time to visit Petra?

A．In the early morning.

B．At late night.

C．At noon.

2 . When you swim on the beach and sea, have you ever accidentally drunk the seawater? How did it feel? It must have tasted salty. So, why is the seawater salty?

Seawater is water that comes from the ocean. Seawater can be salty because it contains an average salt content of 3.5%. This is also a place for the salt farmers to produce cooking salt and other salt.

Some theories explain that seawater comes from rainwater that falls and flows through rivers and estuaries (河口) where the seawater will be fully filled and again formed clouds because the steam uses the help of the sun. When we talk about this, we talk about the rainwater cycle. But when the rainwater cycle occurs, the water that passes through the river carries mineral salts. These mineral salts are obtained from various places of the land starting from rocks and soils that the rainwater flows through, these remaining mineral salts make seawater salty, so the salinity of seawater is different in each part of the world. But it is certain that seawater is salty or has high salinity.

The saltiest sea in the world is the Red Sea. There the temperature is extremely hot so that evaporation (蒸发) is greatly carried out. High evaporation, coupled with little rainfall and little input of water from the river, causes its highest level of salinity. There is also the Dead Sea, which is nine times saltier. Due to the high salinity, when you swim there, you can float. However, the Dead Sea is not a sea at all which is a lake geographically.

1. What’s the purpose of paragraph 1?

A．To draw a conclusion.

B．To make the article interesting.

C．To introduce a famous beach.

D．To bring in the topic.

2. Where is the salt in seawater originated from?

A．Land.

B．Ocean.

C．Rain.

D．Cloud.

3. What can we infer about the Red Sea?

A．Its salinity is higher than that of the Dead Sea.

B．The climate there causes the highest salt level.

C．People are in danger when they swim there.

D．The land around it contains the most salt.

4. Which is the most suitable title for the text?

A．The reason why the seawater tastes salty

B．The reason why the Dead Sea is not a sea

C．The reason why the rainwater cycle occurs

D．The reason why the sea looks blue and green

3 . The country’s first national park, Yellowstone, is renaming one of its largest mountains to honor indigenous people after research revealed the man it had been named after helped lead a massacre (屠杀) against local tribes. As part of the park’s 150th anniversary, officials announced the 10,551-foot high peak formerly called Mount Doane is now First Peoples Mountain.

“It is a victory, yes. Is history being rewritten and retold truthfully? I hope so,” William Snell, executive director of the Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council, told NPR. His group helped advise federal officials on the name change. In an email, Snell said the change to First Peoples Mountain couldn't have come at a better time as Yellowstone officials prepare for the park’s anniversary in August.

The peak—along a range on the eastern side of Yellowstone Lake—had been named after Gustavus Doane, who helped lead the Washburn-Langford-Doane exploration in 1870 that eventually led to the park getting federal protection.

But recently, historians uncovered Doane’s role in an attack that left at least 173 Native Americans dead. Known as the Marias Massacre, Doane carried out the attack over the killing of a white fur trader. In writings, Doane cast a favorable light on the attack and even showed off about it for the rest of his life, the National Park Service said last week.

The renaming to First Peoples Mountain is part of a trend to better recognize the roles and contributions of Native Americans. It has also become a priority of the nation’s first indigenous cabinet secretary—the Interior Department’s Deb Haaland, who oversees the National Park Service—and Charles SamsⅢ, the first Native American to serve as that agency’s director.

Across the American West, many iconic representative mountains and other environmental places were named after early white settlers, mostly men and some with terrible pasts.

In Yellowstone, park officials say they may consider further changes to derogatory (贬损的) or inappropriate geographical names in the months ahead.

1. Why does Yellowstone decide to rename one of its largest mountains?

A．To gain more profits.	B．To uncover the history of 1870s.
C．To be in honour of Native Americans.	D．To change people's attitude towards the park.

2. What is paragraph 4 mainly about?

A．The terrible pasts of Doane.	B．The effort historians made.
C．The contributions Doane made.	D．The conclusion National Park Service drew.

3. What will Yellowstone Park do according to park officials?

A．Improve the service qualities.	B．Learn from history events and characters.
C．Protect the environment of Yellowstone Park.	D．Consider renaming improper geographical names.

4. What can we learn from the text?

A．Doane regarded his deeds as a shame.	B．Doane was once mistaken for a hero.
C．Americans reacted to the renaming negatively.	D．The government thought little of the renaming work.

4 . For thousands of years, Chinese writers have travelled all over the country to take down notes about the geographical conditions of each city. Among them, well-known Chinese geographer and writer Li Daoyuan, in the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-534), composed his book, Commentary on the Water Classics, after studying the original literary version, Water Classics. He later expanded the river records to 1, 252 from the original 137.

The book is now being studied again by Professor Li Xiaojie and his team from Fudan University. They have been using drawing software and 3D modelling to recreate the waterway situations on a map based on the book description. So far, they have completed research on four rivers.

“Ancient people knew really well how to apply the power of nature to technical considerations,”Li said, giving the example of Qianjin’e, one of the most famous ancient water conservation projects in Luoyang, Henan. In order to lead the river into the city for irrigation (灌溉) in ancient Luoyang, the officials built a canal branch by separating a northwest-southeast river. However, the canal water wasn't enough to support the citizens in dry seasons. To solve that, on the northern side of the canal branch, the officials built a reservoir (水库) and a channel to lead the water to the canal branch, where the waterways would converge and flow together to the city.

In Commentary on the Water Classics, a total of 2, 800 cities are recorded with details. Still, the process of recreation takes much effort. After doing a lot of text analysis and fieldwork, the team has gradually created the model with 3D modelling software based on repeated deductions (推论).

For Professor Li, the book is not only a record of the natural landscape over 1, 000 years ago, but also a detailed description of humanity and culture and a treasure for today’s reference.

1. What can we learn about the book Commentary on the Water Classics?

A．It has been out of date.	B．It explains 3D modelling.
C．It keeps records of 137 rivers.	D．It is based on previous studies.

2. What does the underlined word “converge” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Join.

B．Pass.

C．Cross.

D．Begin.

3. What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us about model recreation?

A．Its major problems.	B．Its detailed analysis.
C．Its complex process.	D．Its successful application.

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

A．3D Technology Fuels Modern Research

B．Ancient Classics Inspire Modern Research

C．An Effective Approach to Model Recreation

D．A Famous Writer of Chinese Ancient Classics

5 . 语法填空

    1       (locate) in the center of Spain, the capital city Madrid is famous for its art galleries. The Prado Museum has one of the world’s     2     (big) collections of art works and paintings by Picaso     3     (exhibit) at the Reina Sofia Museum. Many people are attracted to Madrid for its exciting nightlife, but the city appeals to young people because it is home     4     the Real Madrid soccer team with many star players.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where exactly is Brighton?

A．15 miles from London.

B．50 miles from London.

C．50 miles from Paris.

2. What’s the population of Brighton?

A．30,000.

B．130,000.

C．300,000.

3. Why are there a lot of hotels in Brighton?

A．Because there are a lot of workers.

B．Because there are a lot of students.

C．Because there are a lot of travelers.

4. What does the speaker’s father decide to do?

A．Work in a steel factory.

B．Open a small shop.

C．Work in a hotel.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where does the name Brazil come from?

A．A type of tree.

B．A continent.

C．A beach.

2. What is Brazil’s official language?

A．English.

B．Portuguese.

C．French.

3. Where are the two most famous beaches located?

A．In Brasilia.

B．In San Paolo.

C．In Rio de Janeiro.

4. How long does the university academic year last?

A．About nine months.

B．About eight months.

C．About seven months.

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。

There are certain things on the Earth that we must not lose. The great animal migration across the Serengeti Plains or the towering pyramids of Egypt are such examples. Every country is proud of     1     (it) cultural or natural heritage sites,     2     must be protected. We are lucky to have UNESCO to oversee such an important task. It sees heritage as our legacy from     3    past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations as well as sources    4    irreplaceable inspiration.

The incredible splendour of heritage sites is a     5     (remind) of the power of nature and the genius of man. As a nature reserve, Jiuzhaigou Valley is home to snow-capped mountains, thick forests, impressive waterfalls and lakes. This dream-like scenery makes us realize that nature has    6     (true) created a masterpiece. Similarly, standing in the shadow of the Borobudur Temple, as the sun rises over this grand historic building, we    7     (impress) with the effort and determination of the people who     8    (build) it with only primitive tools.

It is in heritage sites like this     9     we cannot help but be humbled, come to understand our limitations as human beings, and know that our duty is to protect them for generations     10     (come).

9 . Warm Mineral Springs Park

Step into the past at the only natural warm spring in Florida! With a consistent average temperature of 85 °F year round, Warm Mineral Springs Park provides visitors with a number of recreation options. The spring is reported to have one of the highest mineral contents of any natural spring in the United States. With highly mineralized properties, internationally known for its healing qualities, the park attracts more than 130,000 visitors annually.

At Warm Mineral Springs Park, you will find a day full of relaxation. A variety of spa services are available to those who book in advance by calling (941) 426-1692. An on-site gift shop offers diverse items and souvenirs for purchase.

Pricing

Tickets are not refundable, cannot be exchanged, and cannot be reissued if lost or stolen. Same day re-entry is permitted. Residents include all of Sarasota County. Proof of residency includes driver’s license, water bill and tax bill. Entry pricing, including sales tax, is as follows:

Pass	Resident	Non-Resident
Adults (ages 18 and above)	$15	$20
Students (ages 6-17)	$11.25	$15
Children (ages 5 and younger)	FREE	FREE
Annual Pass	$1,125	$2,000
10 Visit Pass	$112.50	$150
30 Visit Pass	$150	$200

General Rules

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors, please respect the following rules:

♦ Children 10 years and younger must stay in the children’s area.

♦Children ages 11-16 must remain in the outer border.

♦You must be 17 years or older to swim in the middle.

♦No toys are allowed in the water.

♦No food or drinks in the water.

♦No visitors may block the entrance or exit ramps (坡道).

♦Devices for the producing or reproducing of sound are prohibited.

For Daily Programming, Contact: (941) 426-1692

Hours of Operation: Monday through Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Open every day, with the exception of December 25.

1. What makes Warm Mineral Springs Park unique in Florida?

A．The natural spring.	B．The recreation options.
C．The average temperature.	D．The mineral contents.

2. A student aged 16 from Sarasota entered the park twice last Sunday, and he paid ________.

A．$11.25

B．$22.50

C．$15

D．$30

3. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A．Visitors can purchase souvenirs all year round.

B．The entrance or exit ramps aren’t available to visitors.

C．Activity zones are separated according to the age of visitors.

D．Each visitor to the park can relax himself through spa services.

10 . 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。

It’s time to update your maps, because the Earth now has a total of five oceans. Though     1     (accept)by scientists for some time, the Southern Ocean wouldn’t be found on any National Geographic maps—until now.

Cartographers(地图绘制者)at the National Geographic     2     (official)recognized the fifth ocean on World Ocean Day, 8 June 2021. The “new” ocean borders the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Oceans, which is why geographers     3    (argue)for some time as to whether it was in fact unique enough to be classed as a different ocean,     4     just cold regions of the three oceans.

“There is of course just one interconnected world ocean, but it has traditionally been divided into four regions: the Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic, and Indian oceans, said Alex Tait on Twitter, who is     5     geographer in the National Geographic Society.

“Scientists have known for many years that the icy     6     (water)around Antarctica form a distinct ecological region defined     7     ocean currents and temperatures. But the international community, through the International Hydrographic Organization(IHO), has not agreed on a name and extent of this     8    (five) ocean region.”

While many called this region the Southern Ocean, some scientists called     9     the Antarctic Ocean, others said Austral Ocean. Either way, it is distinct enough to be     10    (deserve) of its new status.