1 . I’m not a good traveler. Without curiosity to get out and
It would be kind to say that I have a low sense of
South Africa was the biggest surprise. I had never really
Once I was
I’ve always been a very
A.exercise | B.experiment | C.explore | D.research |
A.dangerous | B.painful | C.suitable | D.enjoyable |
A.nervous | B.happy | C.angry | D.curious |
A.humor | B.adventure | C.direction | D.responsibility |
A.excited | B.serious | C.disturbed | D.hesitant |
A.plans | B.dates | C.boundaries | D.projects |
A.surprise | B.introduce | C.express | D.teach |
A.refused | B.failed | C.feared | D.wanted |
A.actually | B.usually | C.mainly | D.hardly |
A.respect | B.appetite | C.passion | D.understanding |
A.attracted | B.encountered | C.missed | D.helped |
A.patient | B.brave | C.shy | D.generous |
A.wonderful | B.tiring | C.boring | D.different |
A.build up | B.brush off | C.catch sight of | D.run away from |
A.accept | B.develop | C.find | D.lose |
2 . If you think about World Heritage Sites, you probably think of places associated with ancient art and culture and historical buildings. And of course, many of these are on the World Heritage List (WHL). These include remains of ancient cultures like Cuzco in Peru or the rock city of Petra in Jordan as well as old city centers such as Rome in Italy. Also common are places of artistic or cultural significance, like the Stonehenge stone circle in England. But the WHL contains a lot of sites that are not so obvious. Let’s look at a few of the more unusual sites on the WHL and why it is important to preserve them.
Citadel of Haiti
These monuments were built at the end of the 19th century when Haiti became independent and the many thousands of black slaves in Haiti were free for the first time. These ex-slaves built the monuments, which the WHL describes as “a universal symbol of liberty”.
Borders of France and Spain
This is an area of great natural beauty and the mountains have many interesting geological formations.
But it is also an area of small farms. The WHL has listed the site because it shows us about past European society through its landscape of villages, farms, fields, up land pastures and mountain roads.
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
This railway in India was opened in 1881 and is still operating today. It crosses a difficult area of mountain landscape and it is a great example of railway engineering. The WHL says that it is “the first, and still the most outstanding, example of a hill passenger railway.”
The city of Brasilia
Brasilia is a capital city that was created from nothing in 1956. The WHL calls it “a land mark in the history of town planning”. The different areas of the city and the buildings themselves were all designed at the same time so that they would harmonize with each other.
1. What’s the function of the examples of World Heritage Sites in paragraph 1?A.To highlight the importance of WHL. |
B.To exemplify sites of artistic and cultural value. |
C.To compare the differences between various sites. |
D.To draw readers’ attention to more unique sites on the WHL. |
A.Former slaves. | B.Citizens in Haiti. |
C.Active revolutionaries. | D.Haiti government. |
A.Citadel of Haiti. | B.Borders of France and Spain. |
C.The city of Brasilia. | D.The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. |
1. What does the man know about Zhuozheng Garden?
A.It was first built in the Qing Dynasty. |
B.It tops the other classical gardens in Suzhou. |
C.It is about 6 miles away from Gusu District. |
A.They are eighty miles apart. |
B.They are in opposite directions. |
C.They are quite close to each other. |
A.Tuisi Garden. | B.Liuyuan Garden. | C.Zhuozheng Garden. |
A.It is otherwise known as the Garden Museum. |
B.It features the Qing Dynasty's garden landscaping. |
C.It houses relics dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. |
4 . One destination is always on trend: the beach, People ready to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life are looking to discover tranquility (宁静) along a picturesque beach. Check out the list below to discover beaches you like.
Baby Beach in Maui. Hawaii
It scores the top spot for the calmest beach in the world with its calm waters. “Baby Beach is an ideal beach for families with toddlers,” Betts said. “Since the waters are so calm and shallow, it provides the perfect opportunity for children to splash around in the ocean.”
Browne’s Beach in Bridgetown, Barbados
This famous half-mile expanse of white sand draws crowds with its calm, crystal-clear waters. It is celebrated for its natural beauty and historical significance, boasting landmarks like the Barbados Yacht Club and the Barbados Cruising Club.
Mauna Kea Beach on Hawaii Island, Hawaii
Fronting the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on Hawaii Island, Mauna Kea Beach is ideal for visitors to peacefully enjoy the Pacific Ocean. With its calm and clear conditions, it’s an ideal destination for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing.
Playa La Entrega in Oaxaca, Mexico
Situated along the Oaxacan coastline in a protected bay, Playa La Entrega offers a peaceful mix of natural beauty and adventure. Translating to “the delivery” in English, the beach was once a delivery point for goods during colonial times. It’s a popular place to snorkel along coral reefs filled with marine life. Visitors can rent snorkel gear or buy fresh fruit from local vendors.
1. Which beach best suits families with children?A.Baby Beach. | B.Browne’s Beach. |
C.Mauna Kea Beach, | D.Playa La Entrega. |
A.They all have a long history. | B.They are all famous for their quietness. |
C.They are fantastic destinations for surfers. | D.They are used for delivering goods. |
A.A research paper. | B.A travel brochure. |
C.A geography textbook. | D.A personal journal. |
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism recently unveiled 10 nation a-level Yangtze River themed tourist routes. Yichang city in Central China’s Hubei province,
Visitors can take a cruise from downtown Yichang to the tribe, enjoy traditional ethnic group singing and dancing, rub shoulders with inheritors of intangible cultural heritage and go
During the May Day holiday, Yichang received over 6.07 million tourists, with
Since the May Day holiday, the country
6 . Have you heard of these four monuments?
Carhenge. Floralis Genérica. Traffic Light Tree. Hand of the Desert — these are four unusual monuments from around the world you might like to visit.
• CarhengeCarhenge is in Alliance, Nebraska (USA). As the name suggests, it has a lot in common with Stonehenge, the famous stone circle on Salisbury Plain. But while Stonehenge was built with stones, Carhenge was created with cars. The monument was made in 1987 by a local artist Jim Reinders and his family. He used old cars and even an ambulance. At first, the people of Alliance didn’t like it, but they soon changed their minds after it became popular with tourists, who brought lots of money to the town.
• Floralis GenéricaFloralis Genérica is a massive statue of a flower. It stands in a pool of water in front of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Eduardo Catalano, a native of Argentina, gave the statue as a gift to the city in 2002. Every morning, the flower opens. Ask anyone who has seen it and they’ll tell you that watching it open is an unforgettable sight. In fact, many people believe it is one of the most beautiful statues in the world.
• Traffic Light TreeThe Traffic Light Tree is situated at Heron Quay, in one of London’s financial districts. The tree has 75 sets of traffic lights. It was created by French artist, Pierre Vivant, and was installed in 1998. A computer controls the lights, which are turned on and off randomly. The roundabout where the tree is was voted the most popular roundabout in the UK in a recent survey.
• Mano del Desierto (Hand of the Desert)The Hand of the Desert is in the Atacama Desert in Chile. The sculpture was designed by the Chilean sculptor Mario Irarrazabal. From a distance, it looks as if there’s a giant in the sand who has stuck his hand out of the ground.
If you’re looking for something new to see, you know where to go!
1. Why did the people of Alliance change their attitude toward Carhenge?A.It reminded them of Stonehenge. | B.It brought them financial benefits. |
C.It added beauty to their community. | D.It displayed the creativity of the designer. |
A.Carhenge. | B.Floralis Genérica. |
C.Traffic Light Tree. | D.Mano del Desierto. |
A.A guide book. | B.A news report. |
C.A science magazine. | D.An architecture advertisement. |
7 . Explore the science behind these amazing landscapes
Retracing Charles Darwin’s travels across North Wales
13 May 2024|6 days
Uncover the best of Wales as you explore the dramatic Welsh landscapes of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park and examine the region geology and how it has been transformed by volcanic and glacial activity over the years.Discover the story of Charles Darwin’s 1831 and 1842 tours of Wales,and retrace his travels on this small group journey to Shrewsbury and Snowdonia.
The Rockies and the Badlands:Geology and dinosaurs in Canada
17 June 2024|7 days
Explore the majestic Rocky Mountains west of Calgary and the otherworldly Badlands to the cast,witness the stunning scenery and geology of southerm Alberta.This tour includes two visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites,where you will see first-hand the rugged peaks and glacial features of the Banff portion of Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks and the bone-riddled badlands of Dinosaur Provincial Park.
Short break:Dinosaurs and Hoodoos:Alberta
23 July 2024|3 days
Visit one of the world’s premier dinosaur museums,sail all the way around a World Heritage site with outstanding dinosaur fossils and explore the multi-hued canyons and wind-sculpted hoodoos (石林)of the Alberta Badlands.Throughout this tour you will be accompanied by palaeontologist (古生物学家)Jon Noad,who will share the stories of the rocks,including tales about past oceans,swamps,rivers and deserts,the rise and fall of the dinosaurs and,more recently,ice sheets that covered Alberta and carved out spectacular landscapes.
1. Which of the following might appeal to dinosaur enthusiast most?A.The Eryri National Park. | B.The Welsh Glaciers. |
C.The Rocky Mountains. | D.The Alberta Badlands. |
A.Scientific facts. | B.Tales about the past. |
C.Special companions. | D.Visits to World Heritage sites. |
A.A research paper. | B.A science fiction. |
C.A tourism report. | D.A travel brochure. |
1. What does the man probably do?
A.He’s a teacher. | B.He’s an author. | C.He’s an astronomer. |
A.In Italy. | B.In Iceland. | C.In Spain. |
A.It has fine food. |
B.It has sandy beaches. |
C.It has telescopes to observe the stars. |
1. How long did the hike take?
A.Three days | B.Eight days | C.Fourteen days. |
A.Mountains. | B.Woodlands | C.Desert. |
A.A lion. | B.A wolf. | C.A snake |
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Dear Jack,
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Yours,
Li Hua