1 . After my family got comfortably settled in Hotel Ramada in Bangkok, we started exploring the city. After endless hours of shopping, it was finally time to go back.

This was when the trouble started. We forgot there are two Ramada hotels in the opposite directions. Absolutely unaware of this, we started searching for the way back. Google maps suggested us the shortest route, which was just 20 minutes away by walk.     1    

Bangkok felt different after sunset. Walking along the heavily-crowded roads with the dark-red sky felt beautiful. Lost in our talk, we didn’t realize that we passed onto the quieter part of the town.

    2     It was closed for redecoration. Unluckily, nobody around us then spoke English. Worse still, we stepped in a local tuk-tuk (三轮车), which took us to an unknown area for an enormous pay. We had no clue where we were, our mobile phones nearly out of power.

    3     He was a taxi driver. Recounting the day’s events proved to be a great conversation starter. We ended up talking through the way. He was so kind as to offer to drive us around for the rest of our stay.     4     For the next four days, from floating markets to the temples of Wat Pho, our trip wouldn’t have been so trouble-free without him.

Sometimes when things don’t go according to plan, I think about the stranger we met on the streets and how a tiny mistake on our part led to unexpected results.     5    

A．That was when our hero arrived.

B．Our thankfulness was beyond description.

C．We reached a completely different Hotel Ramada.

D．We set off into the city with little research on transport.

E．We decided not to waste our money but our time instead.

F．He then reminded us that our hotel was just a few blocks away

G．The trip rings as a reminder that every cloud has a silver lining.

3 . What might be the woman be?

A．A tourist.

B．A cleaner.

C．A guide.

5 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Are you impressed by the mountains in Avatar? The real ones are in Zhangjiajie. For those who love nature, Zhangjiajie is a place     1     is a must. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is now     2     UNESCO World Heritage site, one that has seen tourism boom, stimulating     3     (economy) growth and providing a lot of job opportunities for the locals.

The “fairyland” has thick forests, deep canyons, unique peaks, caves, and pillar-like (像柱子似的) rock formations, which are     4     the park is famous for around the world. One of the fastest and most effortless approaches to     5     (experience) the area is by riding up the world’s tallest outdoor elevator. The 326-meter-tall glass Bailong Elevator     6     (build) onto the side of a cliff at the start of this century and offers impressive views of the park. As well as having the world’s tallest outdoor elevator and the longest glass bridge, Zhangjiajie is also home     7     a variety of wild animals and plants.

This park, together with Suoxiyu Valley, Tianzi Mountain and Yangjiajie Scenic Area     8     (make) up Wulingyuan Scenic Spot. Spring and autumn are the best times to visit it, when the weather is mild, neither freezing cold nor     9     (comfortable) hot. Come to Zhangjiajie     10     (enjoy) its amazing natural scenery and breathtaking Avatar Hallelujah Mountain if you are a fan of Avatar movie!

6 .

“Museum of the World” Travel Plan Here’s the travel plan for some of the more unusual museums on our “Museum of the World” tour. I’ll send you the full itinerary (行程) next week. The Museum of Bad Art (MOBA) (Boston, USA) shows what it describes as “art too bad to be ignored”. The museum hopes to bring the worst of art to the widest possible audience. As part of the visit, we’ll be shown some truly awful portraits, landscapes and sculptures. The Devil’s Rope Museum (in Mclean, Texas) and The Kansas Barbed Wire Museum (in Lacrosse, Kansas) both claim to have the best barbed (有刺的) wire collections, telling the story of the wire’s role in the development of America. We’ll be visiting both of these. The Washington Banana Museum (Auburn, Washington, USA) contains 4,000 objects related to the history of what the museum describes as “the world’s most perfect fruit.” During a guided tour around the museum, we’ll learn all sorts of interesting things, such as the fact that bananas were introduced to the USA in 1878 in the same exhibition as Alexander Graham Bell’s telephone, and that banana is now the US’s number-one selling fruit. The Hair Museum (Avanos, Turkey) is located in a cave in Cappadocia, in Central Anatolia. It contains 16,000 samples of people’s hair. You’ll be offered a chance to add your own hair to the collection. Later in the year, the museum manager selects 10 donors to attend a pottery workshop. The Hair Museum(Avanos, Turkey)is located in a cave in Cappadocia, in Central Anatolia. It contains 16,000 samples of people’s hair. You’ll be offered a chance to add your own hair to the collection. Later in the year, the museum curator selects 10 donors to attend a pottery workshop. If you’re one of them, you’ll be invited to stay in his guest house.

1. What do these four Museums have in common?

A．They are all located in the USA.	B．They accept exhibits donated by visitors.
C．They exhibit the things with a long history.	D．They show some odd things around the world.

2. What does The Museum of Bad Art (MOBA) show?

A．Complete collections of barbed wire.

B．A large number of samples of people’s hair.

C．Some really terrible but noticeable art works.

D．Some beautiful portraits drawn by famous people.

3. Why was Alexander Graham Bell’s telephone mentioned in paragraph 4?

A．To explain the origin of bananas.

B．To arouse visitors’ interest in the museum.

C．To emphasize the importance of the exhibition.

D．To compare the value of bananas and telephones.

7 . St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife

An ancient university, breathtaking medieval ruins, and old-fashioned coastal villages: explore all this and more on our adventure through Fife.

Places you’ll explore

Forth Bridge – An incredible engineering achievement, and a UNESCO World Heritage sight. Anstruther – Be charmed by the cobbled lanes and quaint（古色古香的）buildings of this traditional fishing village.

St Andrews Cathedral – This ruined cathedral was once one of Scotland’s most splendid buildings.

St Andrews Old Town – Enjoy the 1,000 years of history as you explore the old streets and ancient castle.

The Old Course – Golf was so popular in Scotland, but it was banned in the 15th century. And nowhere was it more popular than in St Andrews, the Home of Golf.

Historic Village of Falkland – This quaint town in the Kingdom of Fife boasts a beautiful palace and a peaceful setting.

Tour detail

Departs 09:30 – Rabbie’s Cafe Bar, Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3EG Returns 18:00 approx

Prices

• Adult price: £45 per person

• Discount price: £40 per person (Seniors over 60 and children between 5 and 15; unfortunately, we don’t allow children under 5 years old on the tour)

Important information

• Pack your waterproof clothing and walking shoes

• Falkland Palace is closed from November to Easter

Tour inclusions

• Transport in a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach

• Air conditioning as standard

• The stories and services of a Rabbie’s driver-guide

Tour exclusions

• Entry fees to visitor attractions

Customer reviews

A great day

Howard Carroll, posted on 18/05/2017

A great day out. Fully recommend the tour. Gillian and Eric were not only friendly but very knowledgeable.

Excellent tour guide M W Grzelak, posted on 15/02/2017

First time but not my last. Grant was an excellent and intelligent guide who cherishes his Scottish heritage. The tour offered the best venues (场地) and just enough time to experience them.

1. What do we know about the places included in the tour?

A．Anstruther has a modern look.

B．St. Andrews Cathedral is in good condition.

C．There is an ancient castle in Falkland Village.

D．Golf was once a very popular sport in St Andrews.

2. A 48-year-old father with his 16-year-old daughter and 5-year-old son should pay at least____.

A．£120	B．£125
C．£130	D．£135

3. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the tour?

A．Tour guide services are provided.

B．Falkland Palace is open in December.

C．The tour lasts for two days.

D．Entry fees to all attractions are included.

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。

For years China’s Hainan Province has been developing its tourism industry, with the key decision     1    (make) by central authorities that aims to turn the island into    2     international tourist destination. Thirty years after Hainan Island became a province and a special economic zone, Chinese President Xi Jinping called for an     3     (accelerate) of its development into a center for international tourism and consumption.

Hainan’s tourism industry has grown     4     (rapid), but it’s suffered from “growing pains”. During the Spring Festival of 2018, thousands of holidaymakers returning home     5     (trap) in a massive traffic jam on the island. President Xi announced a series of favorable policies     6     (cover) tourism, aiming to make Hainan an international resort. The efforts include carrying     7     major infrastructure (基础设施) projects like international routes and airlines. The province is also seeking creative ways       8     (attract) tourists by offering them diverse experience. For instance, luxury hotel resorts are introducing cultural and educational programs to accommodation,     9     somewhat reflects Hainan’s ambition to turn     10     (it) into the Dubai of China.