1 . China is one of the best tourist destinations with many great museums, which will show you the Chinese civilization for the past thousands of years.
The Palace Museum, Beijing
There are always long lines at the gate, but it’s worth the wait. The palace Museum had been the Chinses imperial (皇帝的) palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty.
When you wander in the museum, you will be amazed at this largest palace complex in the world! It has about 1,807,000 rare and valuable artworks that witness the 5,000-year Chinese civilization.
Opening Hours:
April 1 — October 31: 8:30 — 17:00
November 1— March 31: 8:30 — 16:30
Closed on Mondays (except for national holidays and July-August)
National Museum of China, Beijing
This is the second most-visited museums in the world. Opened in 2003, the museum is devoted to educating the art and history of China through its collections, exhibitions, and academic researches.
Here you'll find the most brilliant masterpieces in China. It is now holding approximately 1,400,000 amazing objects. These objects are like storytellers who reveal Chinese history from the Yuanmou Man of 1.7 million years ago to the end of the Qing Dynasty.
Opening Hours:
9:00 — 17:00
Closed on Mondays
Museum of Terracotta Warriors and Horses (兵马俑), Xi'an
The Museum of Terracotta Warriors and Horses is featured with thousands of life-sized terracotta figures of warriors and horses. They are arranged in battle formations and different from each other with individual characteristics.
Thousands of treasures still remain to be unearthed at this archaeological (考古的) site, and more mysteries of the Qin dynasty will be revealed someday in the future.
Opening Hours:
March 16— November 15: 8:30 — 18:00
November 16— March 15: 8:30 — 17:30
Shanghai Museum, Shanghai
Visiting Shanghai Museum is ranked No. 2 out of 10 things to do in Shanghai. Perhaps, this is the most modern museum in China, housing a diverse collection of around 1,020,000 artifacts that chart the nation's history.
There are eleven galleries in three exhibition halls, covering most of the major categories of Chinese art: bronzes, sculpture, ceramics (陶瓷制品), paintings, calligraphy, seals, jade, coins and Ming and Qing furniture.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday: 9:00 — 17:00
1. Which museum houses the largest collection?| A．The Palace Museum . | B．The National Museum of China. |
| C．The Museum of Terracotta Warriors and Horses. | D．The Shanghai Museum. |
| A．It is the most popular museum in the world. |
| B．It used to be part of the emperor's palace. |
| C．It shows Chinese history of all times. |
| D．It opens every day except Monday. |
| A．Its collections date back to the age of the Yuanmou Man. |
| B．The masterpieces are arranged in its many galleries. |
| C．It focuses on the archaeological findings of one dynasty. |
| D．Sculpture, ceramics and paintings are on show there. |
1. What do we know about Sydney?
| A．It has the world’s biggest deep water harbor. |
| B．It has a population of less than three million. |
| C．It’s a place of natural beauty with green parkland. |
| A．Houses in Paddington. |
| B．Lady Macquarie’s Chair. |
| C．The Koala Bear Park. |
| A．Its modern design. |
| B．Its unbelievable size. |
| C．Its history. |
| A．About 30℃. | B．About 20℃. | C．About 10℃. |
3 . Where to Spend Autumn in Italy
Autumn in Italy is a feast for the senses with bright colours, mild weather and plenty of festivals and traditions to enjoy. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a foodie or a culture lover, autumn in Italy promises memorable moments with loved ones.
A Myriad of Colour
The diverse geography and landscapes of Italy showcase various colours in autumn. The rolling hills of Tuscany and the peaceful lakes paint a rich picture of golds, oranges and reds at every turn. Take a leisurely walk through different landscapes and enjoy nature’s beauty as the colours in autumn bloom.
Food Paradise
The harvest season in Italy starts in autumn and fresh, locally sourced ingredients takes centre stage. From truffle (松露) hunting in the Piedmont region, earthy mushroom dishes are born. The olive harvest also offers a glimpse into the ancient olive oil production traditions that have been preserved throughout different generations.
Festivals and Celebrations
Autumn brings Italy’s rich cultural heritage to life with festivals and celebrations held throughout the country. The famous Palio di Siena is a historic horse race which draws in crowds from all over the world. Another highlight is the Alba White Truffle Festival taking place in the Piedmont countryside where lovers of truffle gather to have a taste of this rare and unique cuisine.
Explore the Great Outdoors
The autumn weather in Italy is comfortable and mild, making it the ideal time for outdoor activities. Cycle through pretty villages in the countryside, explore the winding streets of historic towns or go hiking in the Italian Alps without the heat of the summer sun. An Italian city break to Rome, Florence or Venice is also a good choice to enjoy the famous landmarks without the crowds.
1. What can visitors see when traveling in Tuscany?| A．Diverse wildlife species. | B．Breathtaking natural scenery. |
| C．Traditional festivals and celebrations. | D．Colourful paintings and pictures. |
| A．Rome. | B．Venice. | C．Florence. | D．Piedmont. |
| A．By feeling the heat from the sun. |
| B．By riding a bike in the Italian Alps. |
| C．By visiting famous sites with fewer tourists. |
| D．By helping farmers harvest crops in pretty villages. |
1. What was the woman doing when she saw the dolphins?
| A．Swimming. | B．Diving. | C．Sailing. |
| A．The weather was bad. | B．She felt quite tired. | C．She got frightened. |
| A．Hiking in the rainforest. |
| B．Exploring the old caves. |
| C．Climbing the mountains. |
5 . I used to live in Southern Africa and recently went back to Botswana to visit the Central Kalahari Game Reserve with my friend Oscar． Why? Because there's nothing quite like the vast African wilderness...
Our jeep moved slowly along the too-hot-to-touch sand． With no air conditioner and an engine which might break down at any time， it was tough work． The dry heat was fierce and the only break came from using our precious water for brief bucket showers．
With no supplies available within the park—it was a sort of no man's land which was inhabited by the occasional cow — it is necessary to bring all your fuel， food and water with you．
We camped in a small place in the center of the woods． At the height of the dry season， leaves in the trees had all fallen down， shade was in scant supply， so we placed ourselves near a leaf less tree． As the sun set， we drove towards the watering hole a few miles away， and were reminded just why we'd chosen to spend weeks suffering this exercise on ourselves． A lone lion paused his lapping to acknowledge our arrival． He yawned， and then carried on drinking．
That night， sleeping on the roof of the jeep， we felt his shouting as much as heard it ． Those vast African skies offered the only indication that the outside world hadn't come to a state of quietness， as bright satellite whipped across the blackness．
In the morning we saw that the lion had walked in the road overnight， his paw prints pressed into yesterday's tyre tracks．
We set off for another morning inching through the sand; another day of changing landscapes and raw， wild beauty; another night lit by shooting stars．
1. What can we learn about the author?| A．He slept in a hotel at night． | B．He is now living in Botswana． |
| C．He enjoys the wildness of nature． | D．He didn't take enough food and water． |
| A．Amazing and hard． | B．Terrible and annoying． |
| C．Comfortable and safe． | D．Pleasant and easy． |
| A．Inadequate． | B．unbending． |
| C．Abundant． | D．Ready． |
| A．Shining Stars and A Lone Lion | B．Travelling in the Southern Africa |
| C．My Great Escape into the Wild | D．Camping in Too-Hot-to-Touch Sand |
1. How did the woman know about the news?
| A．From her husband. |
| B．From a phone call. |
| C．From a letter. |
| A．They have been there once. |
| B．The flight tickets are expensive. |
| C．The time is inconvenient for them. |
| A．The ice hotel. |
| B．The castle. |
| C．The tree house. |
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2. 介绍当地天气、节日、饮食等；
3. 表达祝愿。
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8 . Shakespeare’s Globe Exhibition & Tour is a unique international resource to explore Shakespeare’s work. Open all year round, it gives you an opportunity to learn more about the most famous playwright (剧作家), Shakespeare, and helps you seek to further the experience and international understanding of him.
·Group Visits to the Exhibition & Tour Opening Hours
Theatre Tours:
Monday to Sunday 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Exhibition:
Monday to Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Groups of 15 people or more are required to pre-book their visit, and each group will have its own tour guide. To make a reservation, please fill in a Group Request Form and return it to us via email.
·Exhibition and Tour Prices
Exhibition & Globe Theatre Tour
Adult: £15.00
Senior (60+): £13.50
Student (with valid ID): £11.50
Children (5-15): £8.00
Complimentary: Every 16th person free
·Getting Here
Shakespeare’s Globe 21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT, UK
We currently have enhanced (加强) security, with all bags being checked. Please arrive in good time, do not bring any large bags and check the Calendar before your visit or call +44 (0)20 7902 1500 to find out about our latest opening times.
By car and taxi
Where possible, visitors are advised to arrive by public transport or by taxi.
There is a car park on Thames Exchange on the north side of Southwark Bridge (open 24 hours, seven days a week).
Black cabs may be found all year round on Southwark Bridge. It may also be possible to pick one up from outside the main foyer (大厅) on New Globe Walk.
·Where to eat
Swan at Shakespeare’s Globe serves modern British seasonal food for dinner, afternoon tea or drinks in our beautiful bar and restaurant on the second floor. Available for pre and post-theatre dining.
Swan Restaurant
Monday – Friday:12 noon – 2:30 pm & 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Saturday: 12 noon – 3:30 pm & 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm.
Sunday:12 noon – 9:00 pm
1. When can you pay a visit to the exhibition?| A．8:00 am on Monday. | B．2:00 pm on Friday. |
| C．5:30 pm on Sautarday. | D．7:00 pm on Sunday. |
| A．they will get a tour guide of their own |
| B．it will cost them £160 for tickets in total |
| C．they must be accompanied by an adult |
| D．they need to call for a reservation in advance |
| A．It has a beautiful two-storey bar. |
| B．It serves three meals, drinks and afternoon tea. |
| C．It is closed from 3 pm to 5 pm on workdays. |
| D．Afternoon tea is not served on Sunday. |
1. What will visitors enjoy in the open- air museum?
| A．Traditional folk art. | B．Ancient rural life. | C．Precious masterpieces. |
| A．Don't touch the tools. | B．Don't frighten animals. | C．Don't take a guide dog. |
| A．Set off for visiting. | B．Get out of the museum. | C．Go back to the hotel. |
1. Why did Kara go to the Wild Elephant Valley?
| A．To see wildlife. | B．To have an interview. | C．To go for training. |
| A．Tropical rainforest. | B．Hot weather. | C．Poisonous insects. |
| A．Set up tracks. | B．Remove roadblocks. | C．Observe wild elephants. |
| A．Observers. | B．Guides. | C．Care givers. |
