3 . 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。

Zhangye National Geopark, which    1     (lie) in Northwest China’s Gansu Province, is blessed with a splendid Danxia landform area    2     (cover) about 1,289 square kilometers. The Danxia landforms are    3     masterpiece of nature. The colorful mountain ridges are just like an overturned palette from heaven. Bands of fiery red, creamy orange, rich green and bright yellow streak across the mountain, forming    4    is known as the most beautiful rainbow mountain.   

The beautiful landscapes    5     (create) by sandstone and minerals piling on top of one another over the years due to tectonic plate movements. Wind, rain, and time then carved the rock formations and rolling hills into    6     (vary) extraordinary shapes, including towers, pillars and valleys.   

    7    (declare) a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2010 and a national park in 2011, the landform has become a top tourist    8     (attract). The park features a series of boardwalks that allow visitors to walk around the colorful sandstone landscapes. There are viewing platforms    9     (special) designed, enabling tourists to get close to the hills and feast their eyes on the magnificent sights without damaging the fragile ecosystem. Shuttle bus service is available, making    10     easy for tourists to get around the park.

4 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Imagine mountains wrapped in silver water,     1     (shine) in the spring sun. Summer     2     (see) the mountain s turn bright green with growing rice. During autumn, these same mountains are gold, and in winter they are covered in     3     (sheet) of white frost. These are the colours of the Longji Rice Terraces.

These terraces were built by the local Zhuang and Yao people,     4     whom Guangxi is home.     5     (start) in the Yuan Dynasty, work on the terraces took hundreds of years, until its     6     (complete) in the early Qing Dynasty. Reaching as far as the eye can see, these terraces cover tall mountains, often from the bottom to the very top.

So why did these people go to so much trouble to turn the entire mountains     7     terraces? Firstly, there are few large, flat areas of land in the region.     8     (build) the terraces therefore meant that they could increase the areas in     9     they could grow rice. Secondly, although the region has plenty of rain, the mountains are steep and the soil is shallow. The flat terraces catch the rainwater and prevent the soil from     10     (be) washed away.

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. When was the Burj Dubai completed?

A．In 2015.

B．In 2009.

C．In 2008.

2. Where is the center of the tallest buildings at present?

A．In Europe and the Middle East.

B．In Asia and the Middle East.

C．In North America and Asia.

3. Why do people build so many tall buildings?

A．Tall buildings are wonderful to look at.

B．Tall buildings save more resources.

C．People like to live in tall buildings.

4. What is the height of the Empire State Building?

A．About 400 meters.

B．About 200 meters.

C．About 300 meters.

8 . 阅读下面的短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Venice is an attractive city between the sea and the sky. The city is     1     (comprise) of over 100 islands and there aren’t any cars or buses. All the islands     2       (link) by canals and bridges, making it     3     (convenience) for people to travel around the city. The best-­known of the canals, the Grand Canal, serves     4     the main street in the part of the city.

Venice has a lot of world­famous tourist     5       (attraction), including Saint Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and Saint Mark’s Basilica,     6     is the city’s most famous church. Every year thousands     7     tourists visit this beautiful city. They always find themselves     8     (impress) by the city’s cultural treasures.

Sadly, the Italian city has been regularly flooded by rising sea water over the years. From November to February, sea level rises up to one and a half meters,     9     (cover) many of Venice’s famous areas. But people in Venice still love their city. They are unwilling     10     (leave). Instead, they want to stay there to save Venice from the sea.

9 . Children are celebrated and doted on in the Land of Smiles,making it a great place for a family holiday. Besides the Thais’ natural love for kids,Thailand’s affordability,weather and lots of activities make it a perfect getaway destination. Here is our list of the best family-friendly places to visit in Thailand.

Phuket

Phuket is one of Thailand’s most popular destinations. From beautiful beaches and a fascinating old town to aquariums and horseback riding,Phuket has them all. Many of the island’s resorts (度假胜地) offer children’s clubs and babysitting services,enabling mum and dad to get a well-earned break,too. Phuket is easily reached from most parts of Thailand and has direct flights from many other countries.

Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai,Thailand’s mountainous cultural center,is a fantastic place to travel with the whole family. Chiang Mai has a calm and relaxed atmosphere and is small enough to easily gain your direction. Here,you’ll find plenty of fun and exciting activities for all ages,including museums,local markets,cooking schools and much more.

Krabi

The beach lovers’ destination Krabi is the perfect place to relax. Not only are some of the country’s best beaches in Krabi,but it is also a fantastic place to pick up a snorkel (呼吸管) and mask and become acquainted with Thailand’s beautiful underwater world. In the surrounding area,there are also plenty of options for fun day trips to national parks,waterfalls,elephant sanctuaries (保护区) or,for older kids,rock climbing in some of the world’s best climbing spots.

Koh Samui

Koh Samui has long been one of Thailand’s most popular family holiday destinations. It almost has everything one would want. Many resorts have kids’ programs on offer,and you’ll find plenty of family-friendly activities to choose from. For something a little different,take your tribe to make new furry friends by volunteering at the animal rescue center for the day.

1. What is the feature of Phuket?

A．It is easy to get lost there.	B．It has convenient transportation.
C．It offers some voluntary work.	D．It is the cultural center of Thailand.

2. What can visitors do in Krabi according to the text?

A．Diving.	B．Riding elephants.
C．Visiting museums.	D．Making furry friends.

3. Which of the following may interest an animal lover most?

A．Phuket.	B．Chiang Mai.
C．Krabi.	D．Koh Samui.

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

First-time visitors to Chengdu may find it to be a city with rich cultural heritage. The emblem(标志)of a gold leaf,     1     (feature)four flying birds surrounding the sun, can be seen everywhere in the city. The emblem, which represents Chengdu,     2     (choose)as the symbol of China Cultural Heritage by the State Administration of Cultural Heritage in 2005.

After the discovery of the Sanxingdui Ruins in the city of Guanghan in 1929,     3     was believed to be one of Sichuan`s most important archaeological finds, a 3,000-year-old gold-leaf sunbird was unearthed at the Jinsha Ruins in 2001. In 2018, Chengdu made the decision     4     (become)a world cultural city. In recent years, Chengdu`s efforts to globalize have accelerated,     5     a series of major international cultural and sports activities have been held, laying the foundation for it to build itself into a world-famous tourist city.

Chengdu’s     6     (attract)range from giant pandas     7     the poetic legacy of the Du Fu Thatched Cottage.     8     (hide)in thick greenery, the Temple of Marquis Wu was built as     9     memorial hall in honor of Zhuge Liang and now China’s personification of loyalty and wisdom. The city also offers a museum including a cottage modelled after the poetic descriptions of Du Fu, one of the greatest poets     10     (historic)in China, emphasizing his influence on Chinese literature.