1 . Before coming to China, the Great Wall held a mysterious and poetic quality for me. I had seen it in photos, in films and read about it in books, but my first experience of the wall gave me a very different impression. In 2014, I visited the Badaling section, certainly an attractive place with some incredible views, but perhaps due to the large number of tourists, the massive restorations and tourist facilities, it felt far different from the impression I had built up in my mind.

I have been to many different sections of the wall since then, but none have matched my high expectations until the recent National Day holiday. I decided to hike along the Jiankou section of the wall which rises more than 1,000 meters above sea level, and camp overnight to be able to take in both the sunset and sunrise.

Arriving at the top of the path, the only access point to get on to the wall itself was a ladder made of tree branches tied together with string. I climbed to one of the highest points on the wall in order to catch the sunset. Being completely alone on this unique and dangerous section of the wall, witnessing the sunset behind the mountains, was a truly unique experience.

I woke up expecting to be able to catch the sunrise, however, my weather app failed me. Getting out of the tent, I could hardly see my hand in front of my face as the whole area was covered in a thick fog. I made the decision to climb back to the top of the wall. The vast mountains with the wall cutting a path along them became visible for a few brief moments as the gusts of wind parted the clouds. In that moment, the image of the wall I had built up in my mind was finally realized. The combination of raw nature, geography and architecture are all in balance with one another. Undoubtedly, I will return to the wall and seek out new paths, but this experience will be matchless.

1. Why was the author disappointed with his first visit to the Great Wall?

A．There were not splendid views.

B．It was not a fascinating tourist destination.

C．The photos he saw before were unreal.

D．There were too many restorations and tourist facilities.

2. What did the author do at Jiankou section of the Great Wall?

A．He managed to witness the great sunrise.

B．He enjoyed the unique sunset on his own.

C．He climbed to the highest point of the Great Wall.

D．He got on to the wall through a ladder made of string.

3. What did the author think of the Great Wall in the last paragraph?

A．Disappointing.

B．Terrible.

C．Ordinary.

D．Amazing.

4. What does the author want to tell us by sharing his experiences?

A．Nature reveals its true beauty of the Great Wall.

B．Foreign visitors should have a trip to the Great Wall

C．More attention should be paid to the protection of Heritage sites.

D．Parts of the Great wall have suffered from tourism in recent years.

4 . 假如你是李华，你的新西兰朋友Terry 将到中国旅游，他发邮件请你推荐旅游的去处。你打算推荐湖南，请你根据以下提示回复邮件。
1.湖南地处中国中部，湘江贯穿全省。
2.湖南省有很多旅游景点，橘子洲 (Orange Island)、张家界、凤凰古城等最为著名。
3.省会城市长沙是中国历史文化名城，具有3000多年的历史。
4.气候温和，当地人热情好客。有很多特色美食，如臭豆腐(stinky tofu)、芷江鸭等
注意：1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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5 . 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。

There are plenty of fun activities for you to enjoy the Canadian winter,     1     you can keep you entertained all day long.

Situated in Ottawa, the Rideau Canal starts at the foot of the parliament buildings and runs for 8 kilometres through the city.     2     comes as no surprise that in winter this river freezes over and the residents of Ottawa make their way     3     the ice with their families to go ice-skating and skiing.     4     (organise) ice hockey games are played daily and some people even ice-skate to work.

What is     5     (dynamic) than flying through the air, high above the trees on a zip-lining (拉链式的路线飞行) course? Now you can experience this activity     6     (intent) in the winter with a trip above the snow and ice of some of the most beautiful forests in Canada.

With so many lakes and rivers     7     (run) through major cities and towns, it is easy     8     (see) that canoeing is extremely popular in Canada. The most popular run is the Rideau Canal,     9     winds its way through the city of Ottawa and into the mountains.

Canada has so much to offer. So     10     you want to visit or live in this incredible country, you can start your visa process with us today.

6 . Museum VR Creates New Ways for Visitors to Explore

The National Museum of Natural History, Paris

Since 2018, visitors to the National Museum of Natural History have been able to enjoy a fascinating VR experience. De Realite Virtuelle was the first permanent museum room in the country dedicated to VR technology. Once they enter the room, guests enjoy a specially designed programme: Joumey into the Heart of Evolution. Here they will discover the links between species and can zoom in on different creatures to learn more.

The Renwick Gallery, Washington, D.C

Using a free app, visitors to this museum can use their own device to view the whole views of the gallery，alongside video interviews with the curator (馆长) and some of the artists. Thanks to VR technology, the works by nine leading artists are available to experience in a new way even though the physical exhibition at the museum has ended.

Peterson Automotive Museum, Los Angeles

Peterson Automotive Museum worked with Microsoft HoloLens to create a new VR exhibition. Visitors were able to interact with a classic American sports car, the Ford GT40.The HoloLens allows visitors to see the car up close. Visitors were further drawn into the experience by the addition of surround sound. While learning about the history of the cars, they could also hear the roar of the engines.

The Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Fans of the Lewis Carroll classic will be able to “travel down the rabbit hole” into a virtual space. People can join a “trip” into Wonderland without having to leave the sofa. The opening of the Alice exhibition has been postponed until March 2021 because of the pandemic. But the museum said an at-home, virtual reality event, ahead of the opening, will transport “visitors into the world of Wonderland”.

1. For visitors who are interested in biology, which museum can they choose?

A．The Renwick Gallery.

B．The National Museum of Natural History.

C．Peterson Automotive Museum.

D．The Victoria and Albert Museum.

2. What can we know from the passage?

A．Visitors to the Renwick Gallery can have face-to-face interviews with the artists.

B．Fans of the Lewis Carroll classic can travel down the rabbit hole into a real space.

C．Both the Renwick Gallery and Peterson Automotive Museum are in America.

D．Peterson Automotive Museum enables visitors to drive the car for themselves.

3. Where is this text most probably taken from?

A．A lecture.

B．A news report.

C．A film review.

D．A science magazine.

7 . Myrtle Beach, offers plenty of great activities to help guests feel welcome. Enjoy your stay by booking your activities through Vacations Made Easy.

Ripley’s Aquarium

For those who are interested in marine life, this is an awesome place to visit. Guests will be able to view the animals that live in the water. From sea turtles to sharks, Ripley’s Aquarium is educational, fun, and something you definitely do not want to miss out on during your vacation!

Wildlife Preserve

Wildlife preserve offers up some amazing conservation efforts and the ability to embark upon a safari-style tour. See and learn about beautiful creatures such as lions, tigers, bears, and more! There are so many unique animals to see.

Dolphin Sightseeing Tour

Enjoy a seaside adventure unlike any other the next time you visit. Guests are guaranteed to see beautiful wild animals and dolphins in their natural habitats. Get out on the water and experience some of the best views and create memories during your visit.

Pirates Voyage

Watch in awe as two crews of pirates battle it out for hidden treasure through fun performances and more! Pirates Voyage features some of the best theatrics in the area with a huge indoor lake, talented actors, and an unforgettable time. Plus, guests can also cos-play as pirates.

An exciting time in Myrtle Beach awaits! To get more information, you can contact us through www.vacationsmadeeasy.com.

1. Which activity is designed for visitors who are interested in sea creatures?

A．Ripley’s Aquarium.	B．Wildlife Preserve.
C．Safari-style Tour.	D．Pirates Voyage.

2. What experience will visitors have while enjoying pirates voyage?

A．They will act as pirates.	B．They will battle with two pirates.
C．They will find the hidden treasure.	D．They will write a play about pirates.

3. What do Wildlife Preserve and Dolphin Sightseeing Tour have in common?

A．Visitors can enjoy marine creatures.	B．They both offer water activities.
C．They belong to safari-style tour.	D．They can see beautiful wild animals.

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。

I've been quite busy     1     (arrange) my holiday with Colin and we plan to spend a few weeks travelling before he     2     (go)to university.

We leave London on 15 July and we will be taking     3     flight to Morocco. We will ride camels through the Sahara Desert, which is the     4     (big) desert in the world—about the size of the US! After the trip by camel, we're going to travel down the River Nile. We'll go white water-rafting. It's quite dangerous, but very     5     (excite). Then we will go to see wild animals in Kenya. I need to buy a large backpack     6     advance to carry my supplies of food and water. During the day, we'll walk across the land, following the     7     (track) of wildlife. We'll try     8     (get) as close as possible to the animals, even though they are dangerous. Later, we will be moving to Tanzania,     9     we are going to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. The African part of our trip will take about four weeks and we'll     10     (sure) have a happy time.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What are they talking about?

A．American cities.

B．Winter vacation.

C．Amusement park.

2. How many cities are mentioned in the dialogue?

A．Three.

B．Four.

C．Five.

3. Why did the woman like Los Angeles best?

A．Because it was a modern city.

B．Because it had delicious food.

C．Because it was quite warm.

4. What can we learn about the man?

A．He didn’t like travelling.

B．He had travelled a lot before.

C．He took some part-time jobs.