1 . Philadelphia offers a ton of attractions that are suitable for people of every age and here are some family-friendly attractions.
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Spruce Street Harbor Park,one of the best urban beaches in America, is an outdoor heaven on the Delaware River waterfront. Visitors can relax in a hammock, play on the playgrounds, and play games like table tennis and giant chess. Don't miss out on the park al night, when colorful LED lights hanging from treetops make the entire area bright.
Blue Cross RiverRink
Offering ice skating in the winter and roller skating in the summer, Blue Cross RiverRink creates a fun, outdoor experience for the whole family. Visitors can play on the nine-hole mini-golf course during the summer, and enjoy eats and drinks from the on-site bar and restaurant all year round.
Sesame Place
Big Bird, Elmo and the other stars of Sesame Street come out and play at Sesame Place, the only theme park in the nation starring the popular TV show's most lovable characters. A water park, interactive activities, parades, fireworks and shows add to the fun.
Once Upon a Nation Storytelling Benches
On summer days, uniformed and professional storytellers at 13 storytelling benches throughout Philadelphia's Historic District entertain visitors with true, free, three-lo-five minute tales about the colonial era as part of Once Upon a Nation. Children can pick up a Story Flag at any storytelling bench, and then collect a star from every storyteller on their journeys. Flags with all the stars can get free rides on the Parx Liberty Carousel at Franklin Square.
1. Which place will yon choose if you want your child to be exposed to the national history?A.Sesame Place. | B.Philadelphia Storytelling Benches. |
C.Spruce Street Harbor Park. | D.Blue Cross RiverRink. |
A.All of them have outdoor water activities. | B.All of them provide visitors with free rides. |
C.All of them are suitable for the family outing. | D.All of them provide visitors with a golf course. |
A.A travel brochure. | B.A history book. |
C.A news report. | D.An art magazine. |
2 . 4 World Heritage (遗产)Sites in China
The Temple of Heaven
Located in the southern part of Beijing, the Temple of Heaven is a magnificent complex (综合建筑群) of fine cultural buildings set in gardens. The sacred (神圣的) place served as a complex of sacrificial (献祭的) buildings for the Ming and Qing emperors, and is the largest one in Beijing among several royal altars (神坛) to Heaven, Earth, the Sun , the Moon and other symbolic forces of nature. It symbolizes the relationship between earth and heaven --- the human world and God’s world --- which stands at the heart of Chinese cosmogony (宇宙进化论).
Mogao Caves
Located on south-east of the Dunhuang oasis, Gansu province, the Mogao caves, also known as the Thousand-Buddha Caves, are the world’s largest and longest used treasure house of Buddhist art. According to historical records, the carving of the caves started in 366 AD and continued for about 1000 years. The 492 well-preserved cells and cave sanctuaries (内殿)in Mogao, housing about 45000 square meters of murals (壁画)and more than 2000 painted sculptures (雕塑), are well-known for their statues (雕像)and wall paintings.
Fujian tulou
Fujian tulou consists of (is made up of) 46 buildings constructed (built) between the 15th and 20th centuries. Several stories high, the earthen houses were built along an inward-looking , circular(圆形的) or square floor plan as housing for up to 800 people each. They were built for defense(防御) purposes around a central open courtyard (庭院)with only one entrance and windows to the outside only above the first floor. Housing a whole clan (家族), the houses functioned as village units and were known as “ a little kingdom for the family”.
The Leshan Giant Buddha
The Leshan Giant Buddha is said to be the biggest Buddha statue in the world. The way in which the cultural features (特色) have been integrated (成为一体)with the natural scenery is considered to be a precious legacy (遗产).The Giant Buddha statue, carved on the mountain, stands 71m high, with its back against Mount Jiuding. There are more than 90 stone carvings and Buddha shrines (神坛)on both sides of the Giant Buddha.
1. Which of the following served as a sacrificial place in the past ?A.Fujian tulou. | B.Mogao. |
C.The Temple of Heaven. | D.The Leshan Giant Buddha. |
A.They are several stories high. |
B.They can hold hundreds of people. |
C.They have windows on the first floor. |
D.They have only one access to the outside. |
A.They were both royal places. | B.They were both found in caves. |
C.They are both religious resorts (名胜). | D.They both have historic murals. |
3 . Would you like to relax yourself outdoors? Here are some activities that may suit you.
Activity 1: Outside Yoga & Brunch
3rd July and 7th & 8th August, 9:00 am-12:00 noon
We will start our Outside Yoga practice connecting to our surroundings with a grounding meditation. Following our Yoga practice, you will have a delicious and healthy vegetarian brunch (早午餐) together. Brunch will be a choice of delicious pancakes with fruits and natural yoghurt, or boiled eggs.
No experience is required. You will need to bring your own Yoga mat or towel.
Activity 2: Family Yoga & Nature Connection
Sunday 8th August, 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Spend some quality time with your little ones on this special family yoga and nature connection session. This is a wonderful opportunity to bond further with your child (ren). Included in the day is a delicious packed vegetarian lunch (kid-friendly).
All children must be accompanied by an adult. You will need to bring your own Yoga mats or towel.
Activity 3: Adventures to Neverland
Saturday 14th August
Join Wendy, Peter Pan, Tinker Bell and the Lost Boys as they discover the wonders of Neverland while travelling through our amazing Gardens. This trip will capture your children’s imagination and arouse the love for this classic tale.
Please wear appropriate footwear and dress for the weather. Food & refreshments are available. For advanced tickets click here
Activity 4: The Handlebards Present-Macbeth
Friday 20th & Saturday 21st August, 6:30 pm
You can take in the pedal powered performance on either Friday 20th and Saturday 21st August (or both if you wish) from 6:30 pm nightly. Bring a picnic and enjoy a drink and even a pizza from the pop up pub!
Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on, a picnic to dig into, and dress for the weather! Tickets will not be returned on account of bad weather. The show is Covid Safe and all guidance will be stuck to.
1. What is required to join in Activity 1?A.Bringing your brunch. | B.Booking in advance online. |
C.Taking along your own equipment. | D.Practicing yoga for some time before. |
A.They are both suitable for children. | B.They both need application on line. |
C.They are held on the same weekend. | D.They both provide footwear and towel. |
A.There will not be safe guidance for Covid. |
B.Food is not allowed to be taken to the spot. |
C.All children must be accompanied by adults. |
D.Ticket fee won’t be back under bad weather. |
4 . The following small European villages will provide you with a chance to experience the beauty of nature and a sense of adventure, from climbing a mountain to taking a dive in the ocean.
Deià, Spain
Hidden between the towering Tramuntana Mountain and the blue Mediterranean, the village’s natural beauty inspires not just writers and painters, but adventure-seekers, too. From this peaceful village, cyclists can ride across this mountainous but bike-friendly region. After working up a sweat, they can go to the best beach, Cala Deià, in Spain. Its waters are perfect for giving the tired muscles a break with a relaxing dive.
Mürren, Switzerland
In Mürren, the fun starts before you arrive. This beautiful Swiss village sits on a Bernese Oberland mountain shelf so high that travelers must arrive by cable car. Like many mountain resort towns these days, Mürren offers year-round activities. Besides downhill skiing in winter, brave climbers can enjoy themselves from June to October, with or without a guide.
San Gimignano, Italy
In the Middle Age, wealthy families of this hill town went on a tower-building competition. At one point there were more than 70 towers, some of which were nearly 200 feet in height. Initially built as defenses in wars with neighboring villages, the towers became symbols of wealth and fame. Today, the village draws both history and wine lovers. Visitors can enjoy the famous white wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, at the tasting centers which overlook the surrounding grape hills.
Chipping Campden, England
Arguably the loveliest village in England, Chipping Campden isn’t just a photographer’s dream. It is also known for the annual Olympic Games in summer, a 400-year tradition that copies the Greek Olympics. It includes horseracing, coursing, jumping, backswords and country dancing. But the highlight is the wrestling that thankfully has never caught on anywhere else.
1. What can visitors do in Mürren?A.Ski and climb mountains. | B.Ride bikes and dive in the sea. |
C.Enjoy the Olympic Games. | D.Learn from writers and painters. |
A.Deià. | B.Mürren. | C.San Gimignano. | D.Chipping Campden. |
A.Horseracing. | B.Coursing. | C.Wrestling. | D.Jumping. |
5 . Cornwall, in the south west corner of the UK, is one of the top tourist destinations in England. Here are some attractions that you may want to go to if you are staying in the area.
Land’s End
Land’s End is the southerly part of the UK, with its tip pointing out into the connection between the English Channel and the Atlantic Ocean. Known for its beautiful scenery, there are also a lot of attractions to visit, including galleries, restaurants and the Land’s End Signpost.
Geevor Tin Mine
Located just down the road from Land’s End is Geevor Tin Mine. This mine was a working mine until 1990 and now has been maintained for visitors as the largest preserved mining site and museum in the UK. There are underground guided tours and the museum tells the story of the mining industry in Cornwall through the ages.
Minack Theatre
Minack Theatre is an open-air theater located on the coast at Porthcurno. It was built in a similar style to a Rome amphitheater with construction starting in 1929. You can visit the theater at any time of the year, but you’d better visit the subtropical gardens between June and September.
Paradise Park
Paradise Park is a natural park and home to over 400 species of birds and other species from all around the world, including rare and endangered varieties. As a great family destination, you can watch feeling sessions for the penguins and the flying bird show, ride on the mini-railway and see the collection of rare parrot species.
1. Which of the following features wildlife?A.Land’s End. | B.Geevor Tin Mine. | C.Minack Theatre. | D.Paradise Park. |
A.It is on the coast. |
B.It is in Land’s End. |
C.It is a museum now. |
D.It is still being mined. |
A.In a novel. |
B.In a biography. |
C.In a travel magazine. |
D.In a construction paper. |
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Our country is a old country with about five thousand years history. Thus, it has been attracting so many foreign tourist to come here to explore their history. Unlike another countries, China has experienced much dynasties and its culture has spread home and abroad. In terms Chinese characters, it has developed so much that we can hardly grasp every one of them because we are Chinese, let alone foreigners. So this has been made so many foreigners interested on it. Many other things like Chinese Kun-fu and food were also impressive in the world.
7 . The 2021 (22nd) Hainan Island Carnival kicked off in Haikou, capital city of Hainan province, on Dec 10th, 2021.
Zhang Xu, Chinese vice-minister of Culture and Tourism, said in his speech that the Ministry of Culture and Tourism will continue to support Hainan in comprehensively deepening reform and opening up, support Hainan's aim to become an international tourism consumption center, and provide assistance for the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port.
The festival jointly organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the People's Government of Hainan province has become a vital platform in the past 20 years for Hainan to strengthen cooperation and exchanges in the fields of tourism, culture and sports with the world. This session of Hainan Island Carnival digs deep into all the possible “joyful elements” and fully displays the rich and unique tourism and cultural resources of Hainan so as to engage both tourists and residents to actively participate and interact in building Hainan Island, which has entered its peak tourism season, into a joyful destination for visitors around the world.
Apart from the opening ceremony, a series of exciting activities are scheduled to be held during the festival, including 2021 Hainan World Leisure Tourism Expo, 2021 Hainan International Tourism and Food Expo, the second Hainan International Tourism Equipment Expo, the second Hainan World Culture Week, and the fourth China-ASEAN University Student Culture Week.
Haikou is the event's main venue (主会场), while five other cities, namely, Sanya, Danzhou, Qionghai, Wanning and Wenchang, will serve as supporting venues, in which conferences and exhibitions, culture and art, sports and competitions, and promotional activities will be staged to enrich people s visiting experience.
In terms of tourism, resources of attractive scenic spots, rural tourism, shopping tourism are fully included, seven thematic (主题的) tourism routes including shopping, rural tourism, health tourism, red tourism, conference and exhibition, research and study, oceanic tourism will be launched to attract more visitors to travel to Hainan, which will stimulate (刺激) tourism consumption and help the construction of an international tourism consumption center.
1. What does the underlined phrase “kicked off” probably mean?A.struck | B.ended | C.declared | D.started |
A.We can enjoy a variety of activities. | B.It is organized by Sanya government. |
C.It is held only in the Capital city, Haikou. | D.We can visit more than 20 platforms. |
A.To suggest what people should do after it. | B.To show the potential effects of the carnival. |
C.To prove to us why they hold the carnival. | D.To introduce how they develop shopping tourism. |
A.A main venue of the carnival. | B.An important platform. |
C.A free trade port in China. | D.A university student center. |
1. 写邮件目的;
2. 具体活动;
3. 表达期待。
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1. 公园特色;
2. 推荐游览。
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1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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1. 体验果农劳动;
2. 感受收获的喜悦;
3. 更加珍惜自己现在的生活。
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