1. What does Mr Miller invite people to do?
A.Taste organic food. |
B.Go sightseeing. |
C.Experience farming. |
A.75. | B.214. | C.289. |
A.Impractical. | B.Profitable. | C.Annoying. |
2 . Reading while traveling is more than pleasurable; it’s a necessity. It means resting our heads against the window while traveling on the subway, train, or bus, and immersing ourselves in distant worlds and other people’s lives. These waves of words help us make the journey seem shorter and distance ourselves from the noise. It can make our journey meaningful and help us to start our working days with renewed energy and enthusiasm.
Reading while traveling brings a unique context to one’s reading. Many people take specific books with them to tie into the places they’re traveling to. Few things are as enjoyable and satisfying as lifting your eyes to find yourself in the very same country, setting, or context that the book is set in. Of course, it isn’t necessary to visit the exact places in a novel in order to experience the sensations that the author is trying to transmit to you. Just the simple fact of being outside the four walls of your house brings new ingredients to reading: sounds, lights, faces, and sensations, among other things.
Reading while traveling improves your ability to concentrate. The truth is that not all people are able to concentrate on a book while they’re traveling. Our urban world is noisy. However, it’s interesting to note that those who have become used to reading while traveling have developed unique concentration and focusing skills. The ability to read, understand, and visualize other worlds and plots is a skill that can be applied to many other areas in life.
Reading, which is a ticket that transports you to places far beyond your physical destination, is a portable pastime. You don’t have to be in bed or on the couch in order to be able to enjoy a book. Reading while traveling is a great way to make the most of your time, thereby turning those moments of inactivity into very active ones for your brain. The only danger that we could point out is that you may get so immersed in your book that you might miss your stop!
1. What can be inferred from the first paragraph?A.Leaning against the window is recommended. |
B.Words can keep readers distanced from the world. |
C.Enjoying a book makes sufferings from noise pleasant. |
D.Reading helps travelers absorbed in another world. |
A.Lost. | B.Uneasy. |
C.Sensitive. | D.Overjoyed. |
A.They can’t bear being in a noisy atmosphere. |
B.They are unlikely to be distracted at work. |
C.They can hardly keep focused on anything else. |
D.They tend to be bookish and unrealistic. |
A.It partly replaces physical exercise. | B.It can boost travelers’ brain health. |
C.It keeps you from missing stops. | D.It requires a favorable environment. |
3 . If you are looking for an amazing real-life castle, here are some good options for you.
Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
The beauty of Neuschwanstein, perched high on a hill in southwest Bavaria, inspired one of America’s most famous castles: Disneyland’s famed Sleeping Beauty castle. The slender spires and towering roofs are impressive, but nothing compared to the brilliantly decorated interiors.
Windsor Castle, England
This castle in the historic market town of Windsor that has been the family home to kings and queens for over 1,000 years. The castle is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world. Guests are welcome to tour year-round. When the Royal Standard flag is flying from the castle’s Round Tower, the queen is home.
Eltz Castle, Germany
Medieval Eltz Castle, located in Wierschem of western Germany, was built in the 12th century and is named for the family that still owns it today. Surrounded by forest, it was erected on a 230-foot rock and features eight towers that sit 115 feet in the sky. Inside, the castle still includes many of its original furnishings.
Bran Castle, Romania
Some people call Bran Castle, located southwest of Brasov. Romania, by another name: Dracula’s Castle. It’s just one of many castles linked to that vampire (吸血鬼) legend, but its dramatic architecture built on a steep cliff helps it fill the part, and the castle does not shy away from the legend.
1. What do we know about Neuschwanstein Castle?A.It is the highest castle in the world. |
B.It is the blueprint of Sleeping Beauty castle. |
C.It inspired a Disney movie. |
D.It is plainly decorated inside. |
A.It is open throughout the year. |
B.It has a history of less than 1000 years. |
C.The royal family don’t live there any longer. |
D.You can see the queen whenever you go there. |
A.They are related to vampire tales. |
B.They have special goods for sale. |
C.They are both located on rocks. |
D.They were built in the 12th century. |
4 . Your Garden Escape
Even in the big city you can find oases (绿洲) of calm and beauty. From a royal palace to a classical garden, we recommend great green spaces to escape the hustle and bustle(喧嚣繁忙) of London.
Horniman Gardens
Homiman Gardens cover 16 acres with breathtaking views of London. Visitors can enjoy the Sound Garden, Meadow Field, and even a Prehistoric Garden, which features a display of “living fossils”. The gardens are very popular with families, and dogs can be let off their leads in the Meadow Field.
Chiswick Garden
As a classical garden landscape in London, it was here that the English Landscape Movement was born with William Kent’s designs. Enjoy fresh bread, seasonal food, and natural wines in the award-winning cafe, while admiring the beauty of the natural scenery, spotted with impressive art and statues.
Buckingham Palace Garden
The 39-acre garden boasts more than 350 types of wildflowers, over 200 trees and a three-acre lake. The garden also provides a habitat for native birds rarely seen in London. A tour of the garden can be completed by having a cream tea in the cafe overlooking the Palace’s famous grassland and lake.
Kew Garden
The Royal Botanic Garden at Kew is one of the world’s most famous gardens and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have a walk through the vast garden, spot local wildlife at the lake, or get your hands dirty by trying a gardening lesson. Be sure to visit the Temperate House, which contains some of the rarest and most threatened plants.
1. What can visitors do in both Homiman Gardens and Chiswick Garden?A.Study living fossils. | B.Enjoy fine views. |
C.Appreciate impressive art. | D.Taste delicious food. |
A.Homiman Gardens. | B.Chiswick Garden. |
C.Buckingham Palace Garden. | D.Kew Garden. |
A.To stress the necessity of garden escape. |
B.To entertain interested garden visitors. |
C.To introduce famous gardens to visitors. |
D.To show the benefits of touring gardens. |
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Peter likes experiencing different cultures. Last month, he paid visit to Beijing. To make full use of his limited time, he made a list of place of interest he wanted to see. The Forbidden City was her first destination. There were so much palaces that Peter even lost his way. The grand palaces were left a deep impression on Peter. Then he went to the National Museum, that had thousands of objects on display. The next day, Peter watches Beijing Opera in a traditionally tea-house. What excited he was! He said that he had fallen in love to Chinese culture.
1. Where is the Base located?
A.No.1357 Panda Road. |
B.10km away from the city center. |
C.Less than 30km from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. |
A.Feeding the animals with bamboo. |
B.Chatting loudly with friends. |
C.Taking pictures for pandas without flashes. |
A.Refilling a cup of hot coffee. |
B.Getting food for dinner. |
C.Using an umbrella when it rains. |
A.Tourists visiting the Base. |
B.Volunteers taking care of the wild animals. |
C.Scientists doing research at the Base. |
7 . Hong Kong has the largest collection of high-rise buildings on Earth, many of which have been designed by world-famous architects.
HSBC Headquarters Building
In 1979, the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation(HSBC) launched an international design competition for its new headquarters. Foster +Partners, headed by architect Sir Norman Foster, won the competition with an out-of-the-box idea. With a budget of roughly S667 million in the day’s currency, the British visionary had the modular (模块化的) pieces constructed in the US, Japan and the UK before shipping them to Hong Kong for assembly (组装).
The Henderson
Zaha Hadid Architects(ZHA) has revealed plans to replace a multi-story car park in Hong Kong’s central business district with a new 623-foot tower. Like so many of ZHA’s visionary projects, the office tower, completed in 2023,integrates technology with natural environments. For instance, there is a sky garden which is an outdoor recreational space with a running track and a planting network that acts as an effective biological air-purifying filter by consuming pollutants.
Two International Finance Centre
On a clear day, you can see straight across Hong Kong from the offices in Two International Finance Center(2IFC), completed in 2003. Designed by the late Cesar Pelli, the 1,352-foot tower was the tallest in the city upon its completion. It transformed the skyline when it opened with its breath taking height and tapered (锥形的) shape, symbolizing Hong Kong’s rise.
Bank of China Tower
The 1,205-foot tower, completed in 1990,broke records at the time and became an instant landmark as the first tower over 985 feet outside North America. A vision of urban energy, expansion and geometry, the Bank of China Tower(BOC Tower)was designed to resemble a bamboo shoot, symbolizing strength, vitality and China’s emergence as a significant player in international finance.
1. What is special about the HSBC Headquarters Building?A.It was designed by several architect teams. | B.It was funded by countries across the world. |
C.Its style was considered to be the most creative. | D.Its design was a winning work of a competition. |
A.HSBC Headquarters Building. | B.The Henderson. |
C.Two International Finance Centre. | D.Bank of China Tower. |
A.They are known for being eco-friendly. | B.They were completed in the same century. |
C.They used to be the tallest in Hong Kong. | D.They were designed by the same architect. |
1. Where are the speakers currently?
A.In a town. | B.In a city. | C.In a park. |
A.The good weather. |
B.The local wildlife. |
C.The attractive natural environment. |
A.To visit his relatives. |
B.To do volunteer work. |
C.To show the woman around. |
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10 . Hidden gardens in London
From nature reserves to community spaces, we’ve dug up some of London’s most secret gardens, where you’ll find pockets of splendid nature and forget about all your worries.
Queen’s Wood
Across the road from the better-known Highgate Wood, there is something more magical and quiet about Queen’s Wood— witness its hilly pathways through the mountain ash and cherry trees. It might be only a few hundred metres from Highgate tube station, but native bluebells and countless species of small animals make this a wonderful retreat.
Phoenix Garden
Behind Charing Cross Road, this is a super spot for a leafy lunchtime break. Look out for frogs and sparrows, which are thriving thanks to an enthusiastic conservation initiative. The garden closed last autumn for redevelopment work but has reopened in time to take advantage of our long-awaited spell of improved weather.
Postman’s Park
A short walk from St Paul’s Cathedral lies one of London’s most touching monuments: George Frederic Watts’s Memorial to Heroic Self-Sacrifice. Within the quiet Postman’s Park, nestled beneath a roof, are just over 50 ceramic plaques(牌匾), each honoring the memory of an ordinary person who lost their life trying to save others.
Red Cross Garden
Originally intended to give Southwark children a space to play, this Victorian garden has been restored to its original design, complete with pond, cottage, bandstand and formal borders. While relaxing in the restored bandstand, it’s hard to imagine the view back in 1887 when it was surrounded by workhouses and factories.
1. Which garden is close to a subway station?A.Queen’s Wood. | B.Phoenix Garden. |
C.Postman’s Park. | D.Red Cross Garden. |
A.Take photos of old workhouses. | B.Swim in the pond. |
C.Learn stories about selflessness. | D.Enjoy a band show. |
A.They have got some repair work. | B.They were surrounded by factories. |
C.They will be temporarily closed. | D.They have the same original design. |