1 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

The news of Scott’s death     1    (shock) the world. Even Amundsen was moved by Scott’s death saying “Captain Scott left a record, for honesty, for sincerity, for     2    (brave), for everything     3     makes a man”. Scott had failed to win the race to the Pole,     4     the great courage shown by Scott and his men made them heroes.

2 . Come and take a space walk in a new dimensíon!

Reach for the stars at the Euro Space Center. Find out everything you need to know about space — from the origins of the space to the future exploration plans. Light, sound and special effects help to bring your space tour to life. Throughout your tour, our specially trained guides will answer your questions and provide you with any information you need.

Begin your tour with our exhibition (展览) about the planets, then move on to the Space Lab and see some of the experiments done in space. After that, visit our international space station, where you can climb into our Space Shuttle model and experience life on board as an astronaut (宇航员).

You will know all about space by now and, to help you further, our Space Center astronaut will tell you about how young people train as astronauts in our training school. Finally, you can watch our amazing Space Show in our IMAX cinema. It will give support to everything you have learned during your visit.

Outside we have a large car and coach park (no charge), and an outdoor exhibition including a solar system, full-size rocket models, a huge sundial and outdoor games. Don’t worry if it rains — much of this is under cover.

After that, why not visit our restaurant Resto Space for food and drink on a space theme (主题)? And don’t forget our Space Shop, offering you different kinds of gifts to take home.

The Euro Space Center is open every day during school holidays. Opening times are 10:00-5:00. For ticket information, call our booking service on +32-61-650133. Or you can email us for up-to-date entry information at info@eurospacecenter.be .

Euro Space Center

B-6890 Transinne, Belgium

1. In the Space Lab, people can ______.

A．design spaceship models	B．communicate with astronauts
C．see experiments carried out in space	D．visit the international space station

2. If you prefer food and drink on a space theme, which would be the best choice?

A．Resto Space.

B．Space Shop.

C．Space Shuttle.

D．Space Show.

3. The author writes the passage to ______.

A．give tourists advice	B．share life experience
C．introduce space knowledge	D．attract people to the tour

3 . 阅读下列短文，根据知文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词。在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

We’re having an amazing time here in South Africa. Our accommodation is perfect. It is in a location     1     we can watch animals wandering past on their way to the waterhole. Sunset is the time of day     2     we sit on the balcony (阳台) and count how many giraffes or antelopes we can see. I guess this is the reason why this place is so popular. Next week we     3     (fly) up to Zambia. That’s one of the     4     (country) where you can visit the famous Victoria Fails.

5 . Amsterdam Destination Guide

Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museums, cycling culture and so on. It is the capital and most populous city in the Netherlands and often referred to as the “Venice of the North” because of its expansive system of bridges and canals. Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your trip to Amsterdam.

Boom Season	Population	Language(s)	Currency	January Climate	July Climate
May to October	813,562	Dutch	Euro	Average high: 5.8℃	Average high: 22.0℃

Must-See Attractions

Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops. You’ll also want to check out Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter in the South District, which is great for shopping at the Albert Cnyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark. The top museums to visit there are the Rijksmusuem, the Ann Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum.

If You Have Time

There are several other unique districts in Amsterdam, and you should try to explore as many of them as time allows. The Canal Ring is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and is a center for celebrity spotting and nightlife today. The Plantage area has most of the city’s museums, including the Jewish Historical Museum, the Scheepvaart Museum, and the botanical gardens.

Money Saving Tips

●Unless you really want to see the tulips blooming, avoid booking between mid-March and mid-May. This is when hotel and flight prices rise.

●Look for accommodations in Amsterdam’s South District, where rates are generally cheaper than in the city center.

●Buy train tickets at the machine instead of the counter to save a bit of money.

●Instead of hiring a tour guide, hop on a canal boat. They’re inexpensive and will give you a unique point of view of the city,

Check out our homepage to view price comparisons for flights, hotels, and rental cars before you book.

1. What can be learned about Amsterdam from this passage?

A．Amsterdam is called the “Venice of the North” because of its location.

B．The Van Gogh Museum lies in Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter.

C．The Old Centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

D．The Canal Ring is a place to attract garden lovers.

2. In order to save money in Amsterdam, you can           .

A．arrange a guided canal tour

B．buy train tickets at the counter

C．reserve a hotel in the South District

D．book flights between mid-March and mid-May

3. Where is the passage most probably taken from?

A．A magazine.

B．An essay.

C．A report.

D．A website.

6 . In recent years, wooden buildings have reached new heights, with soaring wooden skyscrapers completed or underway in countries like Norway, Switzerland and Australia. Sweden, likewise, has come up with a plan as big as a city — building the world’s biggest wooden city. As the world’s largest urban construction project in wood, Stockholm Wood City will be built in Sweden’s capital, Stockholm in 2025.

By using wood, the project is expected to reduce carbon footprint by up to 40%, compared with building in concrete and steel, says Annica Anäs, CEO of Atrium Ljungberg, a Swedish urban development company. Some people may have concerns over fire risks posed by wooden buildings, but experts say engineered timber (木材) can resist fire as well. As with other modern construction projects using wood, Wood City will still use some concrete and steel in places like the foundations, but the overall amounts will be greatly reduced. As wooden buildings are much lighter, their foundations can be smaller.

The construction will not be as noisy as it is built from concrete and bricks, adds Ms Anäs. This makes wooden buildings particularly suitable for urban redevelopment in general, since putting them up is less likely to annoy the neighbours. It should also be profitable. Ms Anäs is looking for a return on investment of 20% or better. “Sweden is progressive when it comes to wood construction,” she says.

The world’s largest wooden city is supposed to make commute (通勤) easier and shorter, decreasing emissions from transportation. The website for the project describes Stockholm Wood City as a “five-minute city”, which means that anywhere one would need to go — work, grocery stores, or school, for example—would only be a five-minute walk away. As Anäs concluded, “We want to create an environment where our customers, those who will live and work here, can participate in the development and design of the city district of the future.”

1. What is the project about?

A．Making Stockholm a low-carbon city.

B．Creating more wooden skyscrapers in Sweden.

C．Building the highest wooden building in Europe.

D．Constructing the largest wooden city in the world.

2. What advantage do wooden buildings have over concrete and steel buildings?

A．They can strongly resist fires.

B．They are more comfortable to live in.

C．They are more environmentally friendly.

D．They are built on a more stable foundation.

3. Why are wooden buildings suitable for urban redevelopment?

A．They are profitable for investors.

B．They cause less noise when built.

C．They have a short construction period.

D．They are less costly to maintain and repair.

4. How can we describe the future life in the wooden city?

A．Secure.

B．Stressful.

C．Convenient.

D．Fashionable.

7 . Welcome to “Cash Poor Points Rich”, a new travel blog dedicated to sharing experience with credit card points and miles to help you get big travel but for small spend. With the right planning and maximization of available resources, traveling as a college student may be easier than you think.

Chengdu, China

If visiting a place with happy locals is a priority for you, there’s no better city to hit than Chengdu. It is home to pandas and spicy things. Moreover, the city’s abundance of cultural and historical sights, together with its laid-back lifestyle, make itself one of the most attractive and livable large cities too. Past travelers have spent, on average, ￥158 on meals and about a quarter of that on local transportation for one day.

Con Dao, Vietnam

Tourism is picking up in Vietnam lately, where you can travel for about ¥ 100 per day if you play your cards right. Con Dao Island Nation Park, a group of dramatic tiny islands off the southern coast, is a great destination to see sea turtles and other wildlife while exploring the area on foot. Its thick jungle will give you a good chance to uncover a paradise of your own.

Zakynthos, Greece

If you’re looking for an affordable European summer beach vacation, consider Zakynthos. Food is cheap and mouthwatering. There are plenty of free things to do. although the favorite is spending time on the beautiful beaches edged by electric blue water. There are countless options for swimming in the appealing sea, along with charming villages and museums to explore.

New Orleans, U. S.

New Orleans is an incredibly unique place in the U. S., full of fascinating history, absorbing culture, delicious food, and a constantly buzzing nightlife scene. There are actually a couple of hostels in and near the French Quarter that offer reasonable accommodation rates for students.

1. Which city best suits people who like to meet cheerful natives?

A．Chengdu.	B．Con Dao.
C．Zakynthos.	D．New Orleans.

2. What do Con Dao and Zakynthos have in common?

A．Countless local cultures.

B．Free tourist attractions.

C．Impressive sea views.

D．Large charming museums.

3. Who may be the target readers of this passage?

A．Parents arranging family trips.

B．Students exploring affordable destinations.

C．Elders looking for quiet destinations.

D．Businessmen seeking high-end hotels.

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When you visit London, one of the first things you will see is Big Ben, the famous clock     1     can be heard all over the world on the B.B.C. If the Houses of Parliament had not been burned down     2     1834, the great clock would never have been erected. Big Ben takes its name from Sir Benjamin Hall who was responsible for the making of the clock when the new Houses of Parliament were being built. It is not only of immense size, but is     3     (extreme) accurate as well.