1 . Don’t Get Lost in the Term of Eco-tourism

Given that tourism produces harmful emissions, the term “green travel” can seem contradictory. Green travel will not solve the climate crisis, but knowing what to look for can allow you to make choices that do less harm and more good if you do choose to travel.     1    

Don’t get hung up on the terms.

The key to better understanding and identifying sustainable travel options is recognizing that it’s actually actions—not words—that matter. Definitions can vary from person to person.     2    

Ask questions.

Before you book a tour or hotel, prepare questions. For example: Do they support the local economy? Are they ensuring the preservation of the natural environment?     3     However, if you can’t find answers on the website, contact the property or tour operator directly.

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You don’t have to plan a responsible travel and the ever-changing term alone. Contact organizations that provide training, accreditation and transparent standards. You can also join responsible travel communities on social media, where you can ask questions, share resources and learn alongside other travelers who share your values.

Start now.

You can’t do everything at once right away. Decide what you can do. Maybe it’s contributing to a conservation or community project.     5     Anyway, when you know better, do better.

A．Lean on and learn from others.

B．Find an operator who shares your personal values.

C．But it’s the truth behind the term that really matters.

D．Ask what the local government can provide you with.

E．Search for the answers such as data and policies on a company’s website.

F．Here are some expert tips on how to understand the vocabulary of green travel.

G．Maybe it’s immersing yourself in one destination rather than rushing around to see three.

2 . The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is responsible for evaluating and judging whether a place could be titled The World Heritage Site. The group chooses sites based on historical and cultural importance, as well as their beauty.

The World Heritage in Beijing

Constructed from 1406 to 1420, The Temple of Heaven is an imperial complex of religious buildings situated in the central area of Beijing. The Temple of Heaven was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998 and was described as a masterpiece of architecture and landscape design.

The Temple comprises three main groups of constructions: The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, The Imperial Vault of Heaven and The Circular Mound Altar.

The World Heritage in Luoyang

Situated on the central plain of China, Luoyang is one of the cradles of Chinese civilization.

The Longmen Grottoes, south of the city, were excavated and carved from 493 AD to 1127 AD. It was listed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 2000.The images were carved as outside rock reliefs and inside artificial caves. There are as many as 100,000 statues within the 2,345 caves. The area also has over sixty Buddhist pagodas.

The World Heritage in Wiltshire

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in England. It consists of a ring of standing stones, topped by connecting stones. The whole monument, now ruinous, is oriented towards the sunrise on the Summer Solstice.

Stonehenge is regarded as a British cultural icon. The site and its surroundings were added to UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites in 1986.

Archaeologists believe Stonehenge was constructed from 3000 BC to 2000 BC. It could have been a burial ground from its earliest beginnings.

1. What can we learn about Stonehenge?

A．Stonehenge is a symbol of British culture.

B．Stonehenge has a history of 3000 years.

C．Stonehenge consists of stones and wood.

D．Stonehenge is not oriented towards the sunrise.

2. According to the passage, we can learn that ________.

A．there are 100,000 caves in The Longmen Grottoes

B．The Temple of Heaven has three main groups of buildings

C．only one site in Luoyang is listed in The World Heritage Sites

D．the Temple of Heaven has been titled the World Heritage Site for 30 years

3. What do the three sites in the text have in common?

A．They have caves, halls and statues.

B．They are ancient imperial buildings.

C．They all have historical and cultural value.

D．They are connected with Buddhist culture.

4 . For many travelers these days, finding a way to make travel more meaningful has become a top priority. They are increasingly pursuing journeys that include time to volunteer, work on a conservation project, protect endangered animals or to do other activities that allow for giving back while exploring a new part of the world. Here are some opportunities that combine travel with doing good deeds.

The Azores

The trips offer the opportunity to work on carefully selected projects alongside famous scientists while also enjoying encounters with some of the world’s most fascinating sea creatures in water. It allows participants to join a research team in the Azores that s studying the animals to support future conservation of the species. Advanced diving experience is required.

Red Sea, Egypt

Combining an opportunity for world-class diving with being part of an important research effort conducted by Hurghada Environmental Protection and Conservation Association. The seven-night trip includes learning how to gather water data with state -of- the -art scientific equipment and conducting onboard and underwater experiments.

Australia

Explore Queensland, Australia, while also supporting a registered charity that rescues farm animals from abuse, neglect, and situations where they’re in danger. Participants help with daily cleaning of barns (牲口圈) and cages. feeding, health checks, light repair, monitoring animals’ movements, and intensive care of ill, old and baby animals. The experience includes free accommodations with Wi Fi and a swimming pool.

Romania

Work with bears at Romania’s largest bear sanctuary (庇护所), a place that was created as a heaven for bears that have been abused. Located in the Carpathian Mountains, the sanctuary needs volunteers to help with preparing food, monitoring animal well-being and leading conservation tours. The sanctuary is home to 84 bears, with 20 more due to be rescued.

1. What do the first two trips have in common?

A．Both involve underwater activities.

B．Both provide free accommodations.

C．Both require advanced diving experience.

D．Both teach how to use scientific equipment.

2. Which place best suits a girl who likes horses?

A．The Azores.

B．Red Sea.

C．Australia.

D．Romania.

3. Why are the bears adopted by the sanctuary in Romania?

A．They have no food.	B．They are badly treated.
C．They should be monitored.	D．They need to live in mountains.

6 . Welcome to our full-day sightseeing tour in the Rocky Mountains, which boast some of Canada’s most spectacular scenery. During the tour, you can enjoy round-trip travel from Banff and reach remote attraction including Lake Minnewanka and Lake Louise in comfort, stop at picturesque spots including falls and lakes, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour-limited to 15 people.

What’s Included

Driver/tour guide

Pickup and drop-off

Bottled water

Food

Tips are not required.

Departure Time

9:00 AM     

Pickup Time

Please arrive 10 minutes before your selected start time for pickup.

Please Note

We pick up at all Town of Banff-hotels, hostels and even campgrounds! If travelling from outside Banff, please confirm pickup location with the tour operator. Please note we do not pick up in Lake Louise.

What to Expect

◊ Lake Minnewanka

This is the largest lake in the park and actually used to be home to a small summer village. Today the village lies beneath the pure blue waters of Lake Minnewanka. This stop provides some interesting history of how things have changed in Banff National Park over the years.

2 hours·Ticket Free

◊ Lake Louise

First opened in 1911, the world famous Lake Louise has been bringing guests to experience the clear blue waters for many years. This stop will offer the opportunity to explore the historic hotel.

3 hours·Ticket Included

Cancellation Policy

◊ For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.

◊ Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

◊ This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled in advance due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or get the fee you’ve paid.

◊ This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Read more about the tour at https://www.viater.com/.

1. To enjoy this full day tour, you need to ______.

A．take food by yourself	B．prepare tips for the guide
C．arrive at 9:00 am for pickup	D．wait for pickup in Lake Louise

2. What will you experience in this tour?

A．Pay a visit to the summer village.	B．Learn the history of Banff National Park.
C．Live in the historic hotel by Lake Louise.	D．Swim in pure blue waters of Lake Minnewanka.

3. One can get full refund if______.

A．the tour is arranged to another day	B．he/she changes the route before the tour
C．the travelers fail to reach a certain number	D．he/she experiences bad weather during the trip

7 . Have you heard of Yangshi Lei? For some 200 years, the Lei family provided their design and architectural talent to the Qing Dynasty as imperial builders. Spanning seven generations, their skills along with excellent craftsmanship ensured that they rose to great fame and influence in China. In their later work, they incorporated details of the southern architectural style and garden design ideas in their designs.

One of the places showing this is the Summer Palace. Situated in Haidian District, northwest of Beijing, it shows the beauty and the grandeur of royal gardens. In December 1998, UNESCO included the Summer Palace on its World Heritage List and described it as “a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design.” With over 3,000 man-made structures, which include bridges, pavilions, and corridors, even the lake area alone is a showcase of many of the Lei family’s excellent designs.

Kunming Lake is designed to represent the traditional Chinese gardening practice of “one pond, three hills.” There are three small islands within Kunming Lake: Nanhu Island, Zaojiantang Island, and Zhijingge Island.

Many features of Kunming Lake are inspired by the scenery from the region south of the Yangtze River. In particular, the West Dike is a recreation of the famous Sudi Dike on West Lake in Hangzhou. The causeway, which can be walked across, cuts diagonally through the southern part of the lake. Like the Sudi Dike, the West Dike is connected by six bridges, each with its own distinctive style. The largest bridge on Kunming Lake, however, is the 17-Arch Bridge. It combines features of the Precious Belt Bridge in Suzhou and the Lugou Bridge in Beijing. The entire bridge is 150 meters long and eight meters wide.

If you can’t go further than Beijing, then don’t miss the National Library of China. This is where most of the Lei family’s architectural design drafts are kept. These include projective drawings, front and side elevations, revolving drawings, and even some architectural models which look remarkably like digital models made today. This shows the advanced drawing technology and skill of the Lei architects. Their architectural ability was way ahead of their time.

Like the Summer Palace, many others of the Lei family’s structures have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Also, in 2007, their architectural drawings and models were included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. The Lei family’s significant influence on Chinese imperial architecture ensures that their work is still remembered and appreciated.

1. What can we learn from this passage?

A．There are three small ponds within Kunming Lake.

B．The Summer Palace was put on the World Heritage List in 1998.

C．West Lake is described as a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design.

D．The 17-Arch Bridge on Kunming Lake is a copy of the Precious Belt Bridge in Suzhou.

2. What does the underlined word “incorporated” in Paragraph I mean?

A．Contained.

B．Ignored.

C．Compared.

D．Described.

3. The author suggests visiting the National Library of China to ________.

A．see the drawings of famous painters

B．know about the new digital products

C．learn the history of the Qing Dynasty

D．see the design drafts of the Lei Family

4. What is the main purpose of the passage?

A．To compare the architectural style between the north and the south.

B．To present the wonderful design and beautiful scenery of Kunming Lake.

C．To stress the Lei family’s great influence on Chinese imperial architecture.

D．To call on people to protect the scenery and architecture of the Summer Palace.

8 . This summer has been a chance to appreciate nature and everything it offers up. It’s a perfect opportunity to take a look at some of the world’s unspoiled places that are beautiful because they have been left untouched and remember the importance of keeping their original appearance.

Bhutan

Officially known as the Kingdom of Bhutan, this little visited country is on the Himalayas’ eastern edge and known for its dramatic landscapes that range from subtropics to towering cliffs with wild flowing rivers, crystal blue lakes, snow capped peaks and glaciers, and jungles. There are no traffic lights in this country which, so far, has managed to escape the claws of mass tourism and keep its culture.

Rock Islands, Palau

The 445 uninhabited limestone islands were formed from volcanic activity. The islands have a huge diversity of plants, birds, and wildlife, alongside more than a dozen shark species. The area contains the highest concentration of marine lakes anywhere in the world. The only sign of human habitation is from 3100 BC.

Fiordland, New Zealand

One of the most dramatically amazing regions of New Zealand, Fiordland can be seen on foot, by air, or by water. The Milford Track is one of the most famous walks, with the 33m-long four-day journey taking travelers past the lakes, the tallest waterfall in the country, and glacier-carved valley views. Lake Monowai is a glassy, mirrorlike body of water surrounded by mountains and best explored by raft on a quiet day.

Namib Desert, Namibia

A coastal desert in the southern area of Africa, it is known for its burnt orange-golden sands. The Namib has been dry for at least 55 million years and possibly as many as 80 million. The name means “vast space”, and it stretches for more than 1200 miles along Angola, Namibia and South Africa. Incredibly, the temperatures colliding with cold currents create a fog belt that often envelops the desert.

1. If your friend is interested in sharks, which of the following can be recommended?

A．Bhutan.	B．Rock Islands, Palau.
C．Fiordland, New Zealand.	D．Namib Desert, Namibia.

2. What can we learn about the Namib Desert, Namibia?

A．It is located at the eastern edge of Africa.

B．It covers more than 1200 miles along Angola.

C．It is famous for its burnt orange-golden sands.

D．It was formed from volcanic activity 80 million years ago.

3. We can probably read the passage from ________.

A．a travel guide	B．a science website
C．a biology magazine	D．an environmental report

10 . 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.