1 . 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。

First-time visitors to Chengdu may find it to be a city with rich cultural heritage. The emblem(标志)of a gold leaf,     1     (feature)four flying birds surrounding the sun, can be seen everywhere in the city. The emblem, which represents Chengdu,     2     (choose)as the symbol of China Cultural Heritage by the State Administration of Cultural Heritage in 2005.

After the discovery of the Sanxingdui Ruins in the city of Guanghan in 1929,     3     was believed to be one of Sichuan`s most important archaeological finds, a 3,000-year-old gold-leaf sunbird was unearthed at the Jinsha Ruins in 2001. In 2018, Chengdu made the decision     4     (become)a world cultural city. In recent years, Chengdu`s efforts to globalize have accelerated,     5     a series of major international cultural and sports activities have been held, laying the foundation for it to build itself into a world-famous tourist city.

Chengdu’s     6     (attract)range from giant pandas     7     the poetic legacy of the Du Fu Thatched Cottage.     8     (hide)in thick greenery, the Temple of Marquis Wu was built as     9     memorial hall in honor of Zhuge Liang and now China’s personification of loyalty and wisdom. The city also offers a museum including a cottage modelled after the poetic descriptions of Du Fu, one of the greatest poets     10     (historic)in China, emphasizing his influence on Chinese literature.

2 . British brothers James and Thomas Lindesay have spent months traveling across the Great Wall of China on foot. They_________3,263 kilometres, a remarkable achievement at any time.

Their_________to complete this adventure came from their father, William Lindesay, who_________along the Wall decades ago and attracted a great deal of media attention. Born in 1956 in Liverpool, William became_________about the Wall later in his life. In 1987, he made the_________in China by hiking the Wall. He has committed over 30 years to the protection of the structure, and has_________10 books on the Wall based on his knowledge and experiences.

His action and books influenced his two sons, who now share his_________in the Wall. In 2016, the Lindesay brothers flew drones (无人机) at many_________along the Wall and edited video works on the_________of the Wall, hoping to keep it safe from damage. Not____________with merely documenting parts of the Wall, the young brothers____________wanted to find a new way to experience the structure and finally they____________hiking its length, following in their father’s footsteps.

The brothers’ trip was____________than they had imagined. They met many difficulties. But____________the great wonder was life-changing, which gave them a better____________of the structure and the history behind it.

1.

A．challenged

B．covered

C．measured

D．expanded

2.

A．desire

B．tendency

C．ability

D．agreement

3.

A．continued

B．jogged

C．journeyed

D．researched

4.

A．anxious

B．particular

C．serious

D．enthusiastic

5.

A．headlines

B．changes

C．connection

D．difference

6.

A．purchased

B．recommended

C．reviewed

D．authored

7.

A．pride

B．success

C．interest

D．faith

8.

A．buildings

B．sections

C．stages

D．villages

9.

A．preservation

B．tour

C．condition

D．feature

10.

A．familiar

B．satisfied

C．careful

D．busy

11.

A．gradually

B．occasionally

C．desperately

D．blindly

12.

A．dreamed of

B．carried on

C．learned of

D．decided on

13.

A．tougher

B．funner

C．greater

D．shorter

14.

A．evaluating

B．exploring

C．repairing

D．recording

15.

A．memory

B．assessment

C．impression

D．understanding

3 . Museum Guide for London

London’s museums are among the best in the world and the incredible choice can be overwhelming. So this is a list of the 4 top London museums visitors should aim for.

The British Museum

You can explore the whole world and go back through history by visiting the British Museum. Whatever your interest is, whether it’s a specific country or era, you will be amazed by what you can see by wandering around here. Founded in 1753, it houses more than 8 million exhibits.

Hours: Fri 10: 00 AM — 8: 30 PM; Sat — Thu 10: 00 AM — 5: 30 PM

Phone: +44 20 7323 8299

Natural History Museum

If you want to get up close and personal with massive dinosaurs, then this is the place for you! The most amazing thing about the Natural History Museum for visitors is that it is free! Plus, there are 70 million specimens, among which 28 million are insects.

Hours: Sun — Sat 10: 00 AM — 5: 50 PM

Phone: +44 20 7938 9123

Science Museum

Founded in 1857, the Science Museum is packed full of buttons to push, levers (操纵杆) to pull and things you should touch and explore as interactivity is the key here. From space rockets to huge old steam engines from the industrial revolution, which will appeal to the scientific types as it offers fascinating stuff for all.

Hours: Wed 12: 00 AM — 11: 59 PM; Thu-Tue 10: 00 AM — 6: 00 PM

Phone: +44 20 7942 4000

Museum of London

At the Museum of London you can journey back in time to pre-historic London and then work your way through to the present day via all the major events in London’s rich past, among which one features “War, Plague and Fire”. Much of what is on display has been found locally, which helps bring it all to life.

Hours: Sun-Sat 10: 00 AM — 6: 00 PM

Phone: +44 20 7001 9844

1. Which museum can you call for further information if you are a lover of animals?

A．+44 20 7938 9123	B．+44 20 7001 9844
C．+44 20 7942 4000	D．+44 20 7323 8299

2. If you are available on Wednesday night, which museum can you pay a visit to?

A．The British Museum.	B．Natural History Museum.
C．Museum of London.	D．Science Museum.

3. What can you do in the Museum of London?

A．Explore the history of the whale world.

B．Discover the major events throughout London’s history.

C．Enjoy the stay with real dinosaurs.

D．Appreciate the huge old steam engines from the industrial revolution.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What will visitors enjoy in the open- air museum?

A．Traditional folk art.

B．Ancient rural life.

C．Precious masterpieces.

2. Which of the following is NOT suggested to do in the museum?

A．Don't touch the tools.

B．Don't frighten animals.

C．Don't take a guide dog.

3. What will the visitors do after the speech?

A．Set off for visiting.

B．Get out of the museum.

C．Go back to the hotel.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the most challenging thing for the man?

A．Eating the local food.

B．Adjusting to the local climate.

C．Recovering from the time difference.

2. How long will the man probably stay in Singapore?

A．Just for the weekend.

B．A bit less than 12 days.

C．About 15 days.

8 . Where is the man going next?

A．The police station.

B．The travel agency.

C．The customs.

9 . Four Bookstores Worth Visiting Around the World

◆ Word on the Water

London, England

This floating bookstore in the Regent's Canal is known as "The London Bookbarge". Formerly mobile, it has now found a permanent home where visitors can browse all year round, warm themselves up by a wood-burning fire in the winter and enjoy the performances of music and poetry on the rooftop stage in the summer.

+44 7976886982, https://www.atlasobscura.com

◆ EL Ateneo Grand Splendid

Buenos Aires, Argentina

This theater-turned-cinema-turned-bookstore is an example of the connection between the performing arts and books. It preserves the traditional ceiling and special curtains of the former theater and books line the walls, including where the audience once sat in box seats.

+54 1148136052, https://www.atlasobscura.com

◆Kay Craddock Antiquarian Bookseller

Melbourne, Australia

This shop sells only antique and second-hand books. Visitors can search for the strange collection of owl figurines (猫头鹰雕像) scattered throughout or they can check out the shelves to find classics，such as a collection by Jane Austen printed in 1833 selling for ＄15, 000.

+61 (0)396548506, https://www.kaycraddock.com

◆ Zhongshuge Bookstore

Hangzhou, China

Each location of this Chinese bookstore chain is architecturally unique, but the location in Hangzhou stands out. Stairs and seats built into round bookshelves combined with mirrored ceilings give the optical illusion (视觉幻象) of countless books. Other optical illusions include a tunnel of books and what appears to be a long roller coaster of books in the children's book room.

+86 057188003279, https://weibo.com/67661899

1. To appreciate poetry shows, you'll dial___________.

A．+54 1148136052	B．+44 7976886982
C．+61 (0)396548506	D．+86 057188003279

2. Which of the following once had different functions?

A．Word on the Water.	B．Zhongshuge Bookstore.
C．EL Ateneo Grand Splendid.	D．Kay Craddock Antiquarian Bookseller.

3. What is the Chinese bookstore mentioned above famous for?

A．Its special designs.	B．Its floating locations.
C．Its performing arts.	D．Its second-hand classics.

10 . Attractions in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Historical Museum

30 N. Carroll Street on Madison’s Capitol Square

Discover Wisconsin’s history and culture on four floors of exhibits. Open for public program. Admission is free.

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 am -- 4:00 pm.

(608) 264-6555   www.wisconsinhistory.org/museum

Swiss historical village

612 Seventh Ave., New Glarus

The Swiss Historical Village offers a delightful look at pioneer life in America’s heartland. 14 buildings in the village give a full picture of everyday life in the nineteenth-century Midwest.

Tue.—Fri., May 1^st —October 31^st , 10:00 am—4:00 pm. Admission is $20.

(608) 527-2317   www.swisshistoricalvillage.com

Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café

6858 Paoli Rd., Paoli, WI

One of the largest collections of fine arts and crafts (手工艺品) in Wisconsin. Over 5000 sp. ft. of exhibition space in a historic creamery. While visiting, enjoy a wonderfully prepared lunch at our café overlooking the Sugar River. Just minutes from Madison!

Gallery open Tue. —Sun., 10:00 am—5:00 pm.

Café open Wed. —Sat., 11:00 am —3:00 pm.

Sun. brunch with wine, 10:00—3:00 pm.

(608) 845-6600   www.artisangal.com

Christopher Columbus Museum

239 Whitney St., Columbus

World-class exhibit–2000 quality souvenirs (纪念品) marking Chicago’s 1893 World Columbian Exhibition. Tour buses are always welcome.

Open daily, 8:15 am – 4:00 pm.

(920) 623-1992   www.columbusantiquemall.com

1. Which of the following is on Capitol Square?

A．Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B．Swiss Historical Village.

C．Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.

D．Christopher Columbus Museum.

2. Where can you go for a visit on Monday?

A．Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B．Swiss Historical Village.

C．Artisan Gallery & Creamery café.

D．Christopher Columbus Museum.

3. Where can visitors have lunch?

A．At Wisconsin Historical Museum.

B．At Swiss Historical Village.

C．At Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café.

D．At Christopher Columbus Museum.