1 . Walberswick, Suffolk, England: It’s a tiny village on the coast that checks off every necessity of the classic English village.
Eighteenth-century homes. Garden walls, whose concrete(混凝土)is covered with ancient shells from the beach. A ruined church. A grocery store with a big red, circular mailbox outside. A village green, where the summer festival is held. Across the river is the larger seaside resort town of Southwold, home to an old lighthouse, a pier and a long stretch of colorful beach houses for the London crowd.
You can drive to Southwold from Walberswick but it’s better to take the ferry: a single rowboat oared(划桨)by a member of a family that’s been going back and forth for generations. It’ll cost you a pound. The family dog sits in front as a lookout.
Walberswick is populated in part by retirees(退休人员)of London’s artistic circles, so you’ll find an extraordinary collection of talent wandering off to the beach. That fellow with the small dog in his bike basket? One of England’s best sound track composers and a boy-band sensation in the 1960s. The amusing old lady at the Black Dog deli buying bread? Famed actress and director. And so on.
But that’s just a strange thing about this village. Such talent is useful when you want to put on a show at the Village Hall, but it’s not a place for stargazing. It’s a place for well, real stargazing(观星). You wander down the dark road to your house, and if you are interested, you may head toward the church take the fork off Palmer’s Lane and just sit in the field and wonder at the countless stars above.
1. Why does the author mention Southwold in the passage?| A．For comparison with Walberswick. |
| B．To show the tourism resources around Walberswick. |
| C．In order to tell us the location of Walberswick. |
| D．To tell us the beauty of Southwold. |
| A．The village has a long history. |
| B．Walberswick owns many colorful beach houses. |
| C．Walberswick is not as small as Southwold. |
| D．The only church in the village was destroyed. |
| A．You will meet many famous athletes on the beach. |
| B．It will cost one pound to drive from Walberswick to Southwold. |
| C．Crossing the river by ferry will save you a lot of time. |
| D．It attracts a large number of talented London artists to live in. |
| A．Search the talents. | B．Put on a show. |
| C．Look at famous stars at night. | D．Take a ferry. |
| A．Southwold, a Seaside Resort Town | B．Londoners in Walberswick |
| C．Daydreaming of the Next Trip | D．A Variety of Stars in Walberswick |
2 . As the capital of China, Beijing is a beautiful combination of antiquity and modernity. If you come to visit China for the first time, this 4-day classic Beijing tour is just designed for you. It covers the most popular and typical places in Beijing, fully displaying the scenery, culture, history, local lifestyles and features, business, food and drinks.
Day 1: Arrival in Beijing
Your guide meets you at Capital Airport, and helps you check in at your hotel.
Feel free to enjoy the rest of the day as you wish.
Enjoy Beijing Duck as welcome dinner.
Accommodation: Beijing downtown
Day 2: The Great Wall the Summer Palace
Start your day at the most famous part of the Great Wall, the Badaling Great Wall. Leave the downtown for the Great Wall at 8 am. It is a long drive (about 2 hours), so you’ll have a break at the Jade Museum on the way.
Lunch will be enjoyed in a local restaurant.
In the early afternoon, you will come back to the city and have a sightseeing tour of the Summer Palace.
Recommended Activity: Beijing Opera Show (Liyuan Theatre, 19: 30-21: 10 every evening)
Accommodation: Beijing downtown
Day 3: Beijing city sightseeing Local experience
Your guide meets you at the hotel at 8 am and set out for the day’s touring: Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City.
After visiting the two sites, you will have a break and get ready for lunch.
Hutong visit: see some traditional arts of the old Beijing, such as paper cutting and kite making, and then visit a local family.
Accommodation: Beijing downtown
Day 4: Beijing Olympic sites
Visit the Olympic sites: Bird’s Nest, Water Cube and the Olympic Park, witnessing the fast-developing modern China. Enjoy some free time after visiting the sites. After lunch, it is shopping time and then the tour is over.
For more information, please contact hld@wnbl. corp. Tel: 925-3736.
1. This advertisement is probably aimed at __________.| A．foreigners who are new to China | B．experts who study history and cities |
| C．kids who are born in other cities | D．people who are interested in touring |
| A．the Summer Palace | B．the Olympic Park |
| C．the Forbidden City | D．the Jade Museum |
| A．go to Liyuan Theatre in the evening | B．visit the Summer Palace on the first day |
| C．go sightseeing in Beijing Hutong | D．live in a local family |
| A．Day 1. | B．Day 2. | C．Day 3. | D．Day 4. |
| A．Beijing Capital Airport | B．Bird's Nest, Water Cube and the Olympic Park |
| C．Tian'anmen Square and the Forbidden City | D．the Great Wall and the Summer Palace |
3 . Four Hiking Trails for Family Tours
Bledsoe Creek State Park
The Shoreline Trail (小路) is the easiest for your walking with your kids. It is 2.1 miles in natural environments. Don’t overlook the Reading Ranger Story Trail, which is a half-mile paved loop (环路) accessed from the visitor center. Enlarged pages from children’s books are placed along the trail so that children can read rand explore.
400 Zieglers Fort Road, Gallatin, 615-452-3706
Beaman Park Nature Center
The Henry Hollow Loop can be followed slowly or at a fast pace. Part of the loop runs along Henry Creek. Trails here are designed to suit people having different interests, so you can decide what you want to do with your kids. And they are pet-friendly, too.
5911 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, 615-862-8580
Radnor Lake State Park
Radnor Lake State Park is famous for its beautiful natural scenery throughout the year. It is the peak season when the maple leaves turn red and the weather cools down a little. There is the wonderful Radnor Lake Trail, partly paved, partly wooded. Following this trail, kids will love seeing turtles sunning themselves on lake branches. Also, parents can get access to free baby carriages at the gate of the park.
1160 Otter Creek Road, Nashville, 615-373-3467
Warner Park Nature Center
Stop at the nature center to pick up a map of the diverse trails. Trails are open from daybreak to 11p.m. The Little Acorn Trail is a 150-yard loop, including five stops specially built for children aged 6 and under. However, you are not allowed to take baby carriages in the park. Parents have to rent them at the visitor center.
7311 Highway 1, Nashville, 615-862-8555
1. Where do parents probably go with their little readers?| A．7311 Highway 100, Nashville. |
| B．400 Zieglers Fort Road, Gallatin. |
| C．5911 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville. |
| D．1160 Otter Creek Road, Nashville. |
| A．In spring. | B．In summer. | C．In autumn. | D．In winter. |
| A．It is forbidden to take pets there. |
| B．It has short business hours. |
| C．It has an age limit for hikers. |
| D．It charges parents for baby carriages. |
4 . Are you looking for a great day camp program for your little ones this summer? Here we have rounded up some of the best summer camps close to New York.
Atletico de Madrid
This camp once worked with Arsenal Football Club. It offers boys and girls aged 5-16 chances to train with one of the world’s most successful soccer colleges. Two players from the camp will be chosen by coaches to play a game in Madrid in October. This year, this camp will be running for two weeks.
Abrons Art Center
The Abrons Art Center offers learning experiences in dance, music and theater to campers aged 5-13. Campers will take part in an exchange with professional artists and arts workers, who will explain the artistic process. Extended (延长的) day classes provide more chances for arts learning.
A Montessori Summer
A Montessori Summer is for children aged 3.5-14. Each week, the program provides the students with a day trip away from school. Usually, children can enjoy the trips to beaches, parks and wildlife preserves(保护区) and they also go mountain-climbing. Certainly, these activities make students’ life more colorful.
92Y
The 92Y offers all kinds of experiences to every camper, from their outdoor day camps in beautiful Rockland County (县) (suitable for kids from 5-13 years of age) to their Preschool Day Camp for kids from 3-5 years of age. They also include more camps in the city for kids aged 3-18. From sports to language learning to adventure camps, every kid can pick whatever they like.
1. Campers in Atletico de Madrid may have a chance to ________.| A．take a trip to Madrid | B．win a two-week free training course |
| C．join Arsenal Football Club for free | D．attend a famous soccer college in Madrid |
| A．A Montessori Summer. | B．Atletico de Madrid. | C．Abrons Art Center. | D．92Y. |
| A．It focuses on animal protection. | B．It offers various outdoor activities. |
| C．Campers can learn from some great artists. | D．Campers can experience the country side life in America. |
| A．It often holds some sports games. | B．Its activities mainly take place in cities. |
| C．Its adventure camps are very popular. | D．It has suitable camps for kids of different age groups. |
| A．Children from poor family backgrounds. | B．Children with learning difficulties. |
| C．Parents looking for summer activities for kids. | D．Parents searching for family activities. |
5 . Where can you find a nice place to relax on holiday for both you and your children? Well, I suggest you try the beautiful and green Isle of Wight (IOW) .The Isle of Wight is one of the main tourist attractions. Here is some information on a few of the attractions on the IOW.
Dinosaur Isle
It is located in Sandown, a seaside town on the southeast coast. It’s a large, lovely museum, both fun and educational. Here you can see a large fossil collection of all kinds of dinosaurs, as well as a gift shop. You can walk into the past and then the future, learning about the history and the development of the civilization of dinosaurs that lived 120 million years ago.
Robin Hill Country Park
The park is in the beautiful countryside, and is suitable for children’s parties and games. It has five new gardens, and offers great opportunities to see and take pictures of the rare red squirrels.
The West of the Wight
Here we have the Marine Aquarium, the Archaeology Exhibition and the Model Railway. They offer another opportunity to combine entertainment with learning. This is a great place to see ancient boats crossing the narrow strait between the island and the mainland.
The Wight Bus Museum
This museum is run completely by unpaid volunteers. It has a bus collection stored in what was once a warehouse (仓库). Most of the buses in the museum date back to around the 1910’s.
With all of these choices, what are you waiting for? IOW Tourism welcomes you!
1. Where can you visit the dinosaur museum?| A．In a seaside town. | B．In the west of the isle. |
| C．In the beautiful countryside. | D．On the northeast coast. |
| A．Dinosaur Isle and Robin Hill Country Park. |
| B．The Wight Bus Museum and Robin Hill Country Park. |
| C．Dinosaur Isle and the West of the Wight. |
| D．The Wight Bus Museum and the West of the Wight. |
| A．on Dinosaur Isle we can learn about all kinds of animals |
| B．those running the Wight Bus Museum work for free |
| C．there are five new gardens on Dinosaur Isle |
| D．the Wight Bus Museum can be visited free of charge |
| A．advise readers how to relax on holidays |
| B．show the development of tourism on the IOW |
| C．attract readers to come to the IOW |
| D．tell readers what is worth visiting |
| A．film advertisement | B．science journal |
| C．book review | D．travel magazine |
6 . It’s wonderful to have a relaxing bath in mineral water while looking out over beautiful scenery. If you live in the US or are planning a visit, consider going to one of the two natural hot springs (温泉) in the western US:
Travertine Hot Springs
At the edge of the Sierra Nevada Mountains near Bridgeport, California lie the Travertine Hot Springs. The orange, green, and red rocks and the mountains create beautiful views for you to enjoy while you bathe. Each pool is a different temperature, so you can find one that’s comfortable for you. These springs can easily be reached by car. Take Route 395 south from Bridgeport and turn left onto Jack Sawyer Road. In about a mile you’ll arrive at the springs. If you like to camp, you can camp along Jack Sawyer Road.
Bagby Hot Springs
In the middle of an ancient forest you’ll find the Bagby Hot Springs. At the springs there are wooden bathhouses, with both private baths and communal baths. Through a system of pipes the spring water is brought to the baths at a temperature of 136 degrees Fahrenheit. If that’s too hot buckets of cold water are also available to mix into the bathtub (浴缸) or to cool off with after your bath.
The Bagby Springs are about 45 minutes from Estacada, Oregon, on Highway 224. To get to the bathhouse there is a 1.5-mile walk from the parking lot through the beautiful Mt. Hood National Forest. While in the area, make sure to visit Portland, which is known for its coffee, restaurants, and music.
The best time to visit the two hot springs is in late spring, or in summer or fall. While in the area, check out the Curecanti National Recreation Area, where you can enjoy canoeing, fishing, bird watching, camping, and hiking.
1. Which is not the advantage of bathing in the spring in California?| A．Beautiful scenery can be seen while bathing there. |
| B．You can choose different pools suitable for you. |
| C．It’s convenient for families with cars to travel there. |
| D．You can camp anywhere around the springs. |
| A．shared | B．comfortable |
| C．personal | D．common |
| A．the temperature of the two springs |
| B．beautiful views near the springs |
| C．the walking distance from the parking lot |
| D．the design of the bathhouses |
| A．May | B．July |
| C．October | D．December |
| A．A report. | B．A paper. |
| C．A magazine. | D．A diary. |
Trip 1 Black Bear Count
There have been fires in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living. Some bears have been seen since the fires, and the Office has asked for young people to help count them. The entire trip will last three hours. Bookings necessary.
Cost: Free When: May 8Trip 2 Garland Valley
Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a beautiful area of the Blue Mountains. Garland Valley, close to the town of Garland hut, is part of the National Park. Many wild animals live in this area, including many rare birds. This is a great walk for bird-lovers. The trip lasts four hours. Bookings necessary.
Cost: $ 15 When: May 8, May 15Trip 3 Flashlight Adventure
Put on your warm clothes, bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses, and come for a night walk along the Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. You will see many of the animals on this trip. The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals. Numbers are strictly limited on night trips, so be sure to book early. This walk lasts two and a half hours.
Cost: $ 12 When: May 8, May 15, May 22Equipment to be needed:
• Please bring enough water and food for all walks.
• Wear good walking shoes—no high heels.
• Wear a hat for day walks.
• Dress warmly for night walks.
• Children must be with an adult.
• Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks.
• Follow all instructions from guides during the walks. The mountains are a dangerous place.
Bookings:Bookings for the above trips can be made by telephone(8934847) or on the Internet at www. Bluemountaintour. com
1. Where are these trips?| A．In a large city. | B．In a park in the mountains. |
| C．In a special kind of zoo. | D．In three different countries. |
| A．Black Bear Count | B．National Park Tour |
| C．Flashlight Adventure | D．Garland Valley |
| A．Good walking shoes | B．A pair of glasses |
| C．A sleeping-bag | D．Food and water |
| A．Black Bear Count | B．Garland Valley |
| C．Flashlight Adventure | D．None of the trips |
| A．Adventure Travel in America | B．Hunting around the Great Mountains |
| C．Interesting Trips in the East of the USA | D．Discovery Trips in the Blue Mountains |
8 . Top Family Travel Destinations
| Walt Disney World, Florida Walt Disney World is where the magic happens. There’s so much to explore. Visit Magic Kingdom for amazing rides including Space Mountain. Take a family picture in front of Cinderella’s Castle. Book a character meal and eat lunch with your children’s favorite characters. Tip: Visit Walt Disney World between March 2 and May 30 for the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. |
| Williamsburg, Virginia Have fun and go on wild on all kinds of family adventures in Williamsburg, Virginia. Spend the day at Busch Gardens. Learn the chemistry of making glass at the Jamestown Glasshouse. Looking for an exciting rush? Try the Ape Treetop Adventure Course and fly over Williamsburg’s treetops. |
| Honolulu, Hawaii Hawaii has a lot to offer to your family. Try a new water sport. Go diving and snorkeling and take pictures by the beautiful Manoa Falls. Then, take a private tour, visit the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and learn more about history at the Battleship Missouri Memorial, the Diamond Head State Monument and the Honolulu Museum of Art |
| Ocean City, Maryland Take this year’s summer vacation in Ocean City, Maryland. Spend quality time with your family listening to live music, playing mini golf, riding bikes together and joining in water sports. Looking for even more fun for the kids? Visit the Pirate Adventures of Ocean City, Baja Amusements, the Candy Kitchen and the Bahia Marina |
| A．To take an fantastic ride at Busch Gardens. |
| B．To attend a course at Williamsburg’s treetops. |
| C．To visit the Diamond Head State Monument. |
| D．To take photos in front of Cinderella’s Castle. |
| A．In Magic Kingdom. |
| B．In Baja Amusements. |
| C．At the Jamestown Glasshouse. |
| D．In the Honolulu Museum of Art. |
| A．Mini golf. | B．Water sports. |
| C．Bike riding. | D．Character meals. |
| A．Ocean City is most pleasant and crowded during Christmas. |
| B．It is impossible to learn anything about history in Honolulu. |
| C．Williamsburg is a wonderful place for family adventure lovers. |
| D．March is the best time to visit the Walt Disney World. |
| A．Travel. | B．Sports. |
| C．Economy. | D．Literature. |
9 . The four theme parks below offer the most thrilling (刺激的) rides and attractions in the world.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Located (坐落) in Virginia, USA, this theme park has some of the highestrated thrill rides in the world. The park’s famous roller coasters include Apollo’s Chariot, Alpengeist, Griffon, the Loch Ness Monster and Verbolten. The park also has thrilling water rides, rides for kids, other rides, shows, tours, animal exhibits and more. Divided into nine areas representing European countries, the park has won an award for the quality of its food.
Everland
As one of the world’s most popular theme parks, Everland is located in Yongin, Gyeonggido Province, South Korea. The park has 40 thrill rides, including a worldfamous wooden roller coaster, and many other attractions such as an African hunting ride, a zoo, indoor and outdoor water parks, shows and more.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
This Lancashire amusement park is one of the most visited theme parks in the United Kingdom. Among the park’s 125 rides and attractions are the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the UK, a classic wooden roller coaster, a steel tower ride, the biggest indoor dark ride in the world, a host of rides for kids and more.
Port Aventura World
Located on Spain’s Costa Daurada, this park is divided into six theme areas. Five areas represent different locations including Polynesia, Mexico, America, China and the Mediterranean. The sixth and newest area has a Sesame Street theme. The park has many rides and attractions suitable for visitors of all ages.
1. What did Busch Gardens Williamsburg win an award for?| A．The highest thrill rides. |
| B．Good quality of its food. |
| C．A Sesame Street theme area. |
| D．A host of thrilling water rides. |
| A．Busch Gardens Williamsburg. |
| B．Everland. |
| C．Blackpool Pleasure Beach. |
| D．Port Aventura World. |
| A．It has a classic wooden roller coaster. |
| B．It has the fastest roller coaster in the world. |
| C．It has the biggest indoor dark ride in the world. |
| D．It has attractions suitable for visitors of all ages. |
| A．In Virginia. | B．In Yongin. |
| C．In Lancashire. | D．On Costa Daurada. |
| A．In a personal diary. | B．In a science report. |
| C．In a travel magazine. | D．In a geography book. |
10 . Are you looking for a fun day out in New York at a reasonable price? Then look no further than the amusement parks situated at. the historic Coney Island entertainment center in New York City, offering something for the whole family to enjoy here, including games, rides and restaurants. For non-stop entertainment, Coney Island is the place to be!
Astroland Amusement Park Astroland is located on the Coney Island Boardwalk, right beside the beach. There are more than 30 exciting rides to try. Step inside our Haunted House, where ghosts and ghoul s will have a terrifying effect on those brave enough to enter! Experience the wet and wild excitement of our giant Water Flume water slide! Be ready to scream when you ride our Cyclone Roller Coaster! And when it’s time to eat, choose from one of the many restaurants or fast-food outlets situated in the park. You can also bring picnic lunch and eat it in the grounds of Astroland if you wish. Admission and Opening Times Individual tickets for rides: $1.75-$4 Noon to midnight Pay One Price(POP) ticket: $12.99 for unlimited rides Easter to 15th June: weekends only Special group rates also available 16th June to early September daily How do I get there? You can drive or take the subway. On-site parking is available. |
Deno’s Wonder Wheel Park The Wonder Wheel in Deno’s Park, which was built in 1920, is 45 meters high and has 24 cars. It offers a panoramic (全景的) view of the surrounding area that has delighted and impressed visitors, for more than seven decades. As well as the Wonder Wheel there are another 24 rides in the park, such as the High-Flyer and the Thunderbolt. We also cater for youngsters with our specially created Kiddy Park-the largest children’s park on Coney Island. Admission and Opening Times Entry to the park is free. You pay separately for each ride you take. The park is open from 11 am. until midnight, seven days a week, from the beginning of May to the end of September. In April and October, the park opens at weekends only. How do I get there? We are on the boardwalk between the hot dog restaurant and the aquarium (水族馆). If you are driving, we are only minutes away from Manhattan Island. If. you are using New York City’s excellent public transport system, getting to Coney Island is easy with a MetroCard. Your MetroCard is valid for travel on the subway or on any New York City Transit Bus. |
1. What do we know about the Astroland’s POP ticket?
| A．Though expensive, it is more convenient. |
| B．It can be used for the whole year around. |
| C．It can be repeatedly used for many times. |
| D．It can be used for public transport as well. |
| A．Water Flume slide in Haunted House |
| B．Astroland Amusement Park |
| C．Coney Island Boardwalk |
| D．Deno’s Wonder Wheel Park |
| A．A tour brochure. |
| B．A safety regulations. |
| C．A travel journal. |
| D．A traffic guide. |
