1 . Forget about “military-style ravel” during which people tend to visit as many places as possible in the least amount of time. A more relaxing and leisurely alternative, such as “Citywalk”, is becoming the norm among urban youngsters.

Unlike military-style travel, Citywalk is about wandering around a city on foot, feeling the atmosphere and finding unusual things that even a resident of the city might not have noticed before. It can be a special event where people start a journey led by tour guides or simply explore the streets.

Such walks generally avoid famous scenic spots and shopping centers, and take you to places where you can have real interactions with the local people, eat at small but authentic restaurants, and gain a deeper understanding of the city’s history and culture.

Citywalkers have shared their carefully planned routes on social media platforms, generating thousands of followers. Their posts usually include the duration of the walk, and interesting places and restaurants along the way. Some posts are more like a food tour.

Nan Xi, who recently moved from Beijing to Shanghai, said “I think Shanghai is a city perfect for Citywalk. There are big trees along the streets and shops selling different products, which is ideal for couples and friends to walk together and take photos.”

After several Citywalk experiences, she signed up for a two-and-a-half-hour Citywalk priced at 88 yuan per person. A tour guide narrated the history of the buildings and streets along the way. “If it were me walking alone, I would simply find the streets artistic, but the tour that day helped me gain a better understanding of how Western culture blends in with the local culture in Shanghai.” she said. Another surprising benefit of the walk was that she has made friends with two of her fellow walkers.

Lin Yi, a manager for an online platform for self-guided tours, thought Citywalk can help travelers learn about local culture and live as local people do, feeling the vibes of a city. “People who participate in Citywalks usually have similar tastes, and can have in-depth discussions with each other,” he said.

1. What is the main difference between military-style travel and Citywalk?

A．The transport.

B．The cost.

C．The purpose.

D．The destination.

2. Why does Nan Xi think Shanghai is a city perfect for Citywalk?

A．Because it is a perfect place to run shops.

B．Because it provides great experiences in many ways.

C．Because there are great things to do at weekends.

D．Because ideal couples and friends often gather there.

3. What can be inferred from Nan Xi’s two-and-a-half-hour Citywalk?

A．She thought it well worth a try.

B．She went on the tour without company.

C．She wouldn’t have found the artistic streets by herself.

D．She knew how Western culture differed from the local culture in Shanghai.

4. What is the main idea of the article?

A．Citywalk is a new trend in urban tourism.

B．Citywalk can help travelers make new friends.

C．Military-style travel is becoming more popular.

D．Travelers choose Citywalk over military style to follow suit.

2 . 假定你是李华，你希望找一位在你校求学的外国学生本周末和你一起进行一次city walk。你打算通过学校网站发一个帖子，内容包括：
1.发贴的目的；
2. City walk的时间和地点；
3.对同伴的期待。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Hey, I’m Li Hua.
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3 . Bright and early on the morning of our first full day in Antarctica, L’ Austral’s Captain Fabien’s voice woke us up as it came through a loudspeaker. If we looked outside right now, he said, we’d see a beautiful sea of icebergs in the golden sunlight. My sister and I jumped out of bed, staring in amazement as we sailed past giant pieces of ice. In the distance, we spotted a group of humpback whales feeding on smaller fishes. Next door, my parents were also waking up to the sights of a new day in Antarctica. Over breakfast, my sister and I excitedly told them about the whales we saw from our room that morning.

You might not immediately think of “family vacation” when talking about a trip to Antarctica, but tour companies like Adventures by Disney are changing that. The company offers guided group trips to destinations across all seven continents in the world.

Our adventure started when we flew to Buenos Aires and explored the beautiful Argentine capital for a day. After leaving Buenos Aires, we flew to Ushuaia on an Adventures by Disney plane. Then, it was the journey toward the Drake Passage. After a speedy Drake Passage crossing, we reached Antarctica early, adding a half day to our scheduled four days on and around the continent.

To those unfamiliar with Adventures by Disney, the fact that you can experience Antarctica — the most distant, extreme continent — with Disney might be surprising. During the trip, there were thoughtful acts, from stamped postcards to send from an Antarctica post office to a champagne (香槟) party on our final stop of the journey; Adventures by Disney truly thought of everything for us. Antarctica is a life-changing destination packed with experiences that can’t be copied. We experienced seasickness when travelling across the Drake Passage, hiked up ice hills alongside lovely animals, and had a taste of champagne. And honestly, it’s going to be hard for the next family trip we may take to compete.

1. How did the author and her sister feel when sailing past the icebergs?

A．Frightened.

B．Confused.

C．Surprised.

D．Embarrassed.

2. What happened first on the author's journey?

A．They flew to Ushuaia.

B．They toured around Buenos Aires.

C．They passed through the Drake Passage.

D．They hiked up ice hills alongside lovely animals.

3. What can we infer about their travel from the last paragraph?

A．The author might feel bad when crossing the Drake Passage.

B．The author was the most impressed by the champagne party.

C．The author believes that their next travel will be more thrilling.

D．The author thought an Antarctica post office should be established.

4. Which can serve as the best title for the text?

A．Exploring Antarctica — A Place with Various Animals

B．An Antarctic Adventure for Scientific Research

C．A Comfortable Travel Experience

D．A Family’s Journey to Antarctica

4 . Where are the speakers?

A．At home.

B．On the plane.

C．On an island.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When will the woman leave her home?

A．At 2:00 pm.

B．At 4:00 pm.

C．At 6:00 pm.

2. How many bags will the woman take?

A．One.

B．Two.

C．Three.

3. Where will the woman fly to?

A．Australia.

B．Singapore.

C．Britain.

4. Where will the man say goodbye to the woman?

A．In the waiting hall.

B．At her home.

C．At the entrance.

8 . 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。

Ireland’s beautiful countryside has always influenced its people and traditions. The country     1     (have) a long history of producing many great writers and poets, for its beautiful countryside gives people inspiration. The peaceful landscape of the island and its many green     2     (county) catches the eye with its rolling green hills     3     (dot) with sheep and cattle. Down by the sea, one can also hear the roar of the ocean waves     4    cries of the seabirds.

On a quiet morning in the mountains, you can feel the sun on your skin and breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers while birds greet the new day    5     their morning song. With all this beauty,     6    is not surprising that Ireland has developed strong traditions     7     include music, dancing, and dining. If you're lucky, you might be able to enjoy some    8     (tradition) music and dancing there. And if you introduce yourself to     9    friendly local person, you are very likely     10     (experience) local culture and customs first-hand.