1 . Kimberly and I had planned a trip to Europe for a long time, but we encountered some curveballs. Getting the departure time wrong, we had to ________ from the original train trip to a ship one.

Boarding the ship, we ________ it was not like a spacious hotel. The room was incredibly tight. The ________ in the small bathroom was a spout (喷头) connected to the sink. You turned it on and sprayed yourself,________ the rest of the room.

The week-long ship travel was full of ________. There were people from diverse backgrounds speaking different languages. We had stopovers on ________ of all sizes, where we cycled 30-40 kilometers. Then there were whole gales (狂风) — so fierce that even the buses couldn’t pass for safety ________. So finally we ________ back home.

We still appreciated the experience. Our real passion was about the ________ rather than the destination — the missed rides, the ________ ship, the mixture of cultures, and all the ________.

Sometimes people are so ________ to their comfortable life that it scares them to be off the beaten track. Yet, once out of their comfort zone, the different experiences are what actually ________. Mixing things up, trying new things, seeing something through another person’s eyes, being ________ to adventure — this is how you create ________.

1.

A．shift

B．range

C．break

D．deliver

2.

A．admitted

B．regretted

C．fancied

D．realized

3.

A．towel

B．shower

C．drier

D．wardrobe

4.

A．rather than

B．let alone

C．along with

D．in particular

5.

A．risks

B．barriers

C．conflicts

D．adventures

6.

A．islands

B．harbors

C．malls

D．decks

7.

A．measures

B．consequences

C．concerns

D．expectations

8.

A．emerged

B．jogged

C．returned

D．headed

9.

A．journey

B．emotion

C．scenery

D．culture

10.

A．vacant

B．luxurious

C．overcrowded

D．expensive

11.

A．listed

B．recommended

C．canceled

D．unsettled

12.

A．close

B．accustomed

C．opposed

D．accessible

13.

A．fall over

B．stand out

C．set off.

D．goby

14.

A．open

B．alert

C．blind

D．limited

15.

A．hope

B．importunities

C．passion

D．changes

2 . Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tours

1901 Airport Rd. Suite 106 South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Listing ID: A 771909 Phone: 417-823-0981 Toll-Free: 1-800-987-9852

Head out to Lake Tahoe on an exciting helicopter tour where you and your loved ones can relax and create new memories!

Meet your flight crew at the local airport before flying up into the sky. On this adventure, guests of all ages will enjoy a thrilling adventure combined with fantastic views.

Your flight takes place on an impressive Robinson R44 Raven Ⅱ. The helicopter features bubble windows for some awesome views as well as air conditioning so you and your loved ones will remain comfortable. Visitors who wish to photograph the views can even request to have the door removed for the duration of the flight.

There are several different tours available to choose from.

●   Emerald Bay Tour

This exciting tour allows visitors to see places such as Fallen Leaf Lake, Emerald Bay, Eagle Falls, and more. Visitors will enjoy a ten-minute helicopter tour to see these places as well as Taylor Creek and Pope Beach.

●   Zephyr Cove Tour

This tour features some of the most beautiful landmarks in the Lake Tahoe area. Guests will enjoy seeing Zephyr Cove, Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake, and Emerald Bay. The tour lasts approximately 20 minutes.

●   Lakes & Waterfalls Tour

For those who love sparkling lakes and cascading waterfalls, this Lakes & Waterfalls Tour is a great option. During this 30-minute adventure, guests will be treated to views of Glen Alpine Creek, Fallen Leaf Lake, Emerald Bay, and the nearly 10,000 foot Pyramid Peak.

●   Circle The Lake Tour

The Circle the Lake Tour takes approximately 45 minutes. During this adventure, guests will be treated to views of Lake Tahoe’s expansive 72-mile shoreline. See Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe, and more.

1. What can we learn about the helicopter tours?

A．It’s too thrilling for the old.

B．The door is open during the flight.

C．Visitors need training before boarding.

D．Bubble windows ensure a better view onboard.

2. How long will it take to get a bird’s-eye view of Lake Tahoe’s shoreline?

A．10 minutes.

B．20 minutes.

C．30 minutes.

D．45 minutes.

3. What else would tourists like to know about the helicopter tours?

A．Description.

B．Location.

C．Contact.

D．Schedule.

3 . The best way to see the world’s architectural marvels is to visit them in person.

Singapore

The architecture of Singapore is futuristic, to the point that visitors may feel like they have stepped onto a science fiction film. The Gardens by the Bay is one of the most visually striking creations that it has to offer, consisting of large parkland dotted with strange but wonderful structures.

Barcelona

Every year millions of people flood into this colorful Spanish city to see the unique works of famed architect Antoni Gaudi. The Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Familia is the most popular of these and is still being built, in spite of the fact that work began all the way back in 1882. So if you want to avoid the crowds you can take your pick on your trip.

Athens

Ancient architecture is abundant in Athens, with buildings that have stood for thousands of years still managing to tower. From the inspiring remains of the Parthenon to various spirits including Zeus and Hephaestus, Athens is the place to visit if you are eager to see architecture filled with history.

Dubai

If you are looking for breath-taking architecture, Dubai will satisfy your curiosity. From the eye-watering height of the Burj Khalifa to the impressive achievement of the Palm Island, everything seems bigger in Dubai and there is luxury (奢华) in almost every aspect of the city, earning it a serious reputation on the international travel scene.

1. What is special about the architecture of Singapore?

A．Super modern.	B．Extremely old.
C．Pretty colorful.	D．Rather plain.

2. Which is one of the works of architect Antoni Gaudi?

A．Burj Khalifa.	B．The Gardens by the Bay.
C．Parthenon Temple.	D． The Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Familia.

3. Where will you travel if you are curious about old tales behind architecture?

A．To Singapore.

B．To Barcelona.

C．To Athens.

D．To Dubai.

4 . Exploring a stadium is interesting. Without a game to focus on, you can actually appreciate the size and design of these places.

Raymond James Stadium

It offers a 75-minute tour showing visitors the inner workings of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ home stadium and the field. The stadium store has over 2,000 items. Tours run Mondays through Thursdays. Advance reservations are not required, but because tours may be cancelled, visitors should call (813)350-6500 to confirm a tour is running that day.

Tropicana Field

It offers 90-minute tours on weekdays. Some restricted areas that tour groups visit are the press box and the stadium control room. Guides will point out the stadium’s unique features and the team's history. Occasionally, groups will even see a player rehabbing (康复) or leave their jobs. Tour days vary, so call (813)326-7297 for an updated schedule.

Amalie Arena (圆形运动场)

It offers a behind-the-scenes tour on all Tampa Bay Lighting game days, starting 3.5 hours before the game and lasting an hour. Visitors see every floor of the arena. Tickets to that day’s game are not required. Buy tickets at the Amalie Arena ticket office or through the Tampa Bay Lightning app by clicking “experience”. For more information, call (813)301-6500.

Al Lang Stadium

The 70-minute tour is appropriate for all ages. No footballs, large bags, backpacks, cameras longer than 12 inches or video cameras are permitted on the tour. Please note there is no food available to purchase on site during the tour. All bags need to be searched upon arrival. Call (813)455-4921 to check tour availability on the day you plan to come.

1. Why should visitors call Raymond James Stadium ahead of time?

A．To book the ticket to it.

B．To know its inner workings.

C．To check if the tour is available.

D．To choose the place of it to visit.

2. Which place offers the longest tour?

A．Raymond James Stadium.

B．Tropicana Field.

C．Amalie Arena.

D．Al Lang Stadium.

3. Where can you read this text?

A．In a fashion magazine.

B．In a scientific journal.

C．In a travel brochure.

D．In a sports report.

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What kind of trip had the speaker been expecting?

A．A sea diving trip.

B．A river diving trip.

C．A lake diving trip.

2. Where did the speaker go on his diving trip?

A．To Indonesia.

B．To the USA.

C．To Australia.

3. What did the speaker see on his diving trip?

A．Sharks.

B．Whales.

C．Flying fish.

4. How many dives did the speaker do on the third day?

A．Three.

B．Four.

C．Five.

6 . Shopping in Singapore is really a pleasure for tourists. The Great Singapore Sale    1     (hold) every year, usually during the summer months. Singapore’s famous shopping stores welcome a great number of visitors from all over the world.     2     (they) shopping hours last till midnight. During this time, nice and cheap goods are     3    sale for tourists to choose from. Tourists can also try delicious food there and experience the Singaporean night life.

Certain stores offer discounts of up to 70% or even     4     (high) if people use their credit cards. For tourists     5     hold a special Tourist Card, they can enjoy a lot of benefits, such as discounts on     6     (watch), jewelry and cosmetics. The card also     7     (give) discounts when you visit local attractions such as Singapore Zoo.

It is well worth     8    (wander) around the different shopping districts of Singapore during this 8-week Singapore Sale. Orchard Road is     9    (sure) the best place for shopping in the city. A large number of restaurants and clubs can be found in this area. Marina Bay includes both big departments and small shops,     10    almost everything you would want to buy can be found here.

7 . People living in the UK take quite a few holidays abroad and in this country each year.

Choices made about where to go, how to get there and what to do while there can either benefit or harm the environment.

While on holiday

Many of the things you can do to the greener on holiday will be the same things you can do at home — but there are also sonic extra things too, like avoiding gifts made from endangered plants and animals. Here are some suggestions:

●Making the most of locally produced food and drink, and local activities and attractions will support people in the area you are visiting and reduce the need for further environmental influence from transport;

●Switching off any air conditioning, heating and lights will help reduce climate change effect;

●Save water — some countries suffer from water shortages and saving water can help avoid damage to our natural habitats.

Endangered species

Some gifts and foods available in some countries can be made from endangered plants or animals.

Check before you buy and avoid animal and plant gifts. More details of the types of products to avoid and illegal trade hot spots can be found on the Souvenir Alert webpage.

Making a positive contribution to the place you are visiting

There are ways in which your holiday can help support local people and the environment;

●There are many opportunities to volunteer and help with projects that conserve and improve natural habitats;

●When you are away, or if you are looking for somewhere to visit, you can support projects or attractions which protect wildlife, such as nature reserves and conservation projects.

1. According to the passage, we can______ to help reduce climate change effect.

A．make good use of water

B．buy local food and drink

C．save electricity

D．go around on foot

2. We should check the gifts and foods before buying because ______.

A．sometimes they are of poor quality

B．they may not be typical local products

C．some of them will do harm to our health

D．they may be made from endangered animals or plants

3. We can infer from the passage that ____.

A．it is not easy for people to travel abroad

B．not everyone can tell an illegal souvenir

C．green holidays have been accepted by people

D．volunteer work is a must for protecting natural habitats

4. The passage is mainly about______.

A．travel dos and don’ts

B．the harm done to the environment

C．greener choices for holiday

D．tips on protecting endangered species