1. What creates a magical atmosphere in the Glowworm Caves?
| A．Starlight. |
| B．Glow-in-the-dark paint. |
| C．Thousands of glowing creatures. |
| A．Australia. |
| B．New Zealand. |
| C．Canada. |
| A．Walking tours. |
| B．Boat tours. |
| C．Helicopter rides. |
| A．Waterfalls. |
| B．Glowing stalactites. |
| C．Thousands of glowworms on the walls and ceilings. |
| A．Because of the dark atmosphere |
| B．Due to the presence of magical creatures |
| C．It resembles a medieval castle |
| A．The smell of caves. |
| B．The sound of dripping water. |
| C．A mesmerizing, glow-in-the-dark experience. |
8. Describe the type of tour visitors can take to explore the Glowworm Caves.
9. Why is the experience of visiting the caves compared to stepping into a fairy tale?
10. What country is home to the Glowworm Caves?
2 . WELCOMETO CHINATOWN!
The Chinatown in San Francisco is the biggest in America, and also the oldest. It is a very popular tourist draw that receives more visitors each year than even the Golden Gate Bridge. The climate is mild all year round, meaning it is always a good time to visit.
Historically, Chinese immigrants settled in the area during the railroad construction and gold rush period. What started as a residential area for Chinese immigrants then turned into a centre for Chinese culture. The majority of residents in Chinatown are still ethnic Chinese, many of whom do not speak English fluently. This allows visitors to experience a real taste of China.
Most of Chinatown was destroyed in the 1906 earthquake, but the city and residents rebuilt it, taking care to include lots of Chinese architecture. Traditionally, visitors enter Chinatown through the legendary Dragon Gate, which was built using materials donated from China. Other famous sites include the Tin How Temple and Bank of Canton, to name but a few. Visitors can also spend hours just exploring the interesting sights, smells, and sounds of China. Portsmouth Square is also a key site, being the centre of Chinatown. It has a long and famous history, with the author Robert Louis Stevenson having spent much time writing there. These days, the square is a great place to see traditional Chinese culture in real life, such as games of Chinese chess, and people practising tai chi.
The stores in the Chinatown offer a unique range of souvenirs, goods, and clothing. All kinds of traditional Chinese herbal medicine can be found, too, and there are Chinese tea stores, where visitors can taste and buy varieties of Chinese tea.
But perhaps what many tourists and San Franciscans treasure most about Chinatown is its food. There is Chinese food to suit everyone's taste, with traditional dishes from all over China.
Chinatowns are an important part of the diverse culture of the USA. They allow visitors who have never been to China to experience traditional Chinese culture first hand.
(1)”Look at the title and picture and predict what kind of article is this?
(2)”Who are the target readers?
(3)”What is the writer’s purpose of writing this text?
2. Activity 2： Reading for main idea
Read the text quickly and match the main idea of the passage.
| A.The characteristic of Chinatown. B.The history of Chinatown. C.The introduction of Chinatown’s shops and products. D.The origin of Chinatown. E.The existence value of Chinatown. F.The famous food and drinks of Chinatown. |
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3. Activity 3 :Reading for details
Read the passage again and answer the questions.
(1)”What are the famous tourist sites in the Chinatown of San Francisco?
(2)”Which is the best season to visit the Chinatown in San Francisco?
(3)”What else can you do there?
(1). 说起我的家乡青岛，我承认它是我最喜欢的城市之一。
(2). 青岛不仅地理位置优越，而且有着100多年的历史。
(3). 青岛有许多著名的景点，吸引着来自世界各地的游客。(现在分词作状语)
(4). 这里气候温和，使青岛成为一个适宜居住的地方。
(5). 这里有各种各样的特色小吃供人们选择。
(6). 我的家乡绝对值得一游。
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5 . Named “America’s Finest City” due to its hospitality, beauty and ideal climate, San Diego is located on the border with Mexico. The residents are so active outdoors that it is called “Sportstown, the U.S.A.”. San Diego’s 70 miles of beaches are a heaven for swimmers, surfers, divers, boaters and sunbathers. Another favourite outside activity is golf. With 100 courses (about 50 of them public), San Diego is a golfers’ paradise. Many San Diego residents came here first as tourists, who were attracted by San Diego’s sunny beaches, nearby mountains and deserts, plus the cultural delights of any big city. The world-famous San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld Adventure Park, Wild Animal Park, museums and other attractions attract visitors from around the world.
The zoo is home to some 4,000 animals, including the world’s largest group of parrots. Animals are displayed in natural settings, and there is a petting zoo for children. By contrast, the Wild Animal Park is a wildlife preserve with an area of over 2,000 acres and more than 3,000 free-roaming (自由漫步的) animals in natural habitats.
In addition to housing the zoo, Balboa Park is home to several museums and attractions, including an aerospace museum, an art and history museum, the Old Globe Theatre, science museums and even a railroad museum. Free concerts are offered frequently. Another popular attraction is the SeaWorld, a 190-acre marine park.
San Diego’s varied attractions, as well as its business climate, offer many opportunities for students to explore the local culture, meet people from around the world, and gain business experience. At San Diego State University, for example, students in the American Language Institute’s study tour program learn English both in the classroom and while sightseeing.
1. What do the residents of San Diego probably like to do?| A．Have sports outdoors. | B．Travel to other places. |
| C．Stay at home. | D．Stay outdoors all day. |
| A．Because it is more convenient to live here. |
| B．Because they are attracted by its beauty and culture. |
| C．Because they can make money from tourism here. |
| D．Because it is a quiet place to enjoy themselves. |
| A．The SeaWorld Adventure park. | B．The art and history museum. |
| C．The petting zoo. | D．The Old Globe Theatre. |
Nanjing, the capital city of China’s Jiangsu Province and located ( 位于) along the Yangtze River Delta (三角洲),
But if you’ll only be visiting for 72 hours, there are a few
Any trip to Nanjing, no matter
The city is also considered the birthplace of Peking Duck, but it also prepares a local favorite: Nanjing salted duck,
Nanjing is known for
Nanjing is also home
Mount Tai, a perfect combination of culture and natural landscapes, is awesome
| A．The south of the country. |
| B．The North Sea. |
| C．The west of the country. |
1. What did the woman first ask about?
| A．The Nile. | B．The Amazon. | C．The Yangtze. |
| A．Reading a book. | B．Taking a class. | C．Teaching a class. |
