1 . Opening Notice for the National Museum of China (NMC)
Admission:NMC is open from Tuesday to Sunday,9:00-17:30(no entry after 16:30), and is closed on Mondays(except for public holidays). All visitors are required to book online 1-7 days in advance via the NMC official website or WeChat platform.
Audio Guide Rental:Audio guide devices are available at the West Hall Service Desk for RMB40, with a RMB100 deposit. A valid ID is necessary. Damage to an audio guide causes a fee based on the level of damage. Lost devices are subject to payment of the full purchase cost.
Facilities:Wheelchairs and strollers are available for free use on the day of visit at the Service Desk. A valid ID card and a deposit of RMB500 are required.
Photo Policy:Photography is allowed in the NMC collection exhibitions without using flash, selfie sticks, or tripods. Temporary exhibits may have specific photo policies, indicated by clear signs put up at both the entrance and the corresponding exhibit halls.
Transportation:Bus Route:
You can take the No.1, No.2, No.52, No.82, No.120 buses, or Sightseeing Line 2, Tourist Bus Line 1 and Line 2 and get off at Tian’an men East Station.
Metro:
You can take Metro Line 1, get off at Tian’anmen East Station, and exit the station through Exit C.
1. What happens if a rented audio guide device is damaged?| A．An additional fee of RMB40 is charged. | B．The visitor is excused from any charges. |
| C．Its full price is charged regardless of the damage. | D．Compensation is based on the extent of the damage. |
| A．Borrow a wheelchair with a deposit of $500. |
| B．Use a stroller provided by the museum for free. |
| C．Take photos with flashlight, selfie stick or tripod. |
| D．Take pictures of the collections on all exhibitions. |
| A．The No.82 Bus. | B．Sightseeing Line 1. |
| C．Tourist Bus Line 52． | D．Metro Line 2. |
1. What is the speaker mainly talking about?
| A．The location of each session. |
| B．The availability of cooling system. |
| C．The arrangement for the upcoming meeting. |
| A．The new version has been sent to attendees. |
| B．A major presenter has quit due to the heat. |
| C．There’s a change of plan to some sessions. |
| A．Have drinks with the management beside the pool. |
| B．Have a private lunch at 11:30 in the dining room. |
| C．Have free snacks served all day in the hotel cafe. |
1. What do we know about the speakers?
| A．They are on vacation now. |
| B．They went on a journey last year. |
| C．They’ve decided on the holiday destination. |
| A．14 days. | B．21 days. | C．28 days. |
| A．She doesn’t like the food. |
| B．She hates travelling by ship. |
| C．She prefers to stay in one place. |
4 . Virginia and Maryland are ready to welcome travelers this fall
Fresh air, more affordable prices and abundant fun are only a few of the pleasures and reasons to make plans for a vacation this fall. For those who like to learn something new, these locations are ready to welcome travelers from near and far. So, take some time to relax with the people you love at these incredible locations.
COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA
As the largest living history museum in the country, it immerses visitors in authentic 18th-century experiences. Join strolling musicians for the Lighting of the Cressets on Duke of Gloucester Street, and don’t miss the ghost stories of haunted Williamsburg past and present! All the details you need are available at colonialwilliamsburg.org.
FREDERICK, MARYLAND
Enjoy a vast array of dining options or a tasting at one of more than 39 wineries. Bring back memories with boutique shopping on historic Main Street and dive into American history at nationally recognized historic sites and museums. Learn more about everything Frederick offers at visitfrederick.org.
HAGERSTOWN, MARYLAND
History buffs will be delighted with sights like Antietam National Battlefield. If getting outdoors is a priority, take in the views at five national parks and eight state parks, such as Maryland Heights or High Rock. You can hike, bike and paddle through your days. Fall festivals, corn mazes, and family fun workshops make this the season to visit! Learn more at visithagerstown.com.
KENT COUNTY, MARYLAND
Enjoy seasonal activities from leaf-peeping hikes to tranquil paddling adventures in the Chesapeake Bay. Home to five quaint towns, you’ll enjoy gourmet dining experiences, outdoor adventures, and arts activities. Seasonal events include the Chestertown Jazz Festival on September 9-10; Harry Potter Fest on October 14-15. Visit kentcounty.com/ visitors for all the details.
1. Where is the text probably taken from?| A．An encyclopedia. | B．A travel magazine. | C．A science fiction. | D．A research report. |
| A．Taste delicious wines. | B．Enjoy seasonal activities. |
| C．Join in musical performance. | D．Explore haunted Williamsburg. |
| A．Fredrick Maryland. | B．Colonial Williamsburg. |
| C．Kent County Maryland. | D．Hagerstown Maryland. |
| A．Having a class. | B．Having a trip. | C．Taking a training. |
6 . Famous Modern Chinese Buildings
The Beijing International Airport
The first place most visitors see when they arrive in China is the Beijing International Airport. The airport was constructed in the 1950s. It has an indoor garden, a children’s playground, and over 70 food businesses in Terminal 3 alone.
The Shanghai World Financial Centre
Completed in 2008, SWFC took over 10 years to complete due to financial shortages and the construction delays. Since its completion, it has won countless architectural awards. Tourists are welcome at SWFC’s viewing platform, which is the world’s highest closed viewing platform.
The Water Cube
It was constructed for use during the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics. Now visitors can express surprise at the architecture of the building. They can enjoy the indoor atmosphere as well. Among the offerings of the Water Cube are a restaurant, a bar, a shopping area, and Water World, a family water park.
The Bird’s Nest
It was designed mainly for the 2008 Summer Olympics. It can hold up to 80,000 people. Nowadays, it also functions as a tourist attraction. Its main income is from tourism. It draws more than 20,000 tourists every day.
The National Centre for the Performing Arts
It was completed in 2007. The building is surrounded by a man-made lake, requiring guests to enter via an underground hallway. It is home to an opera hall, a music hall, and a theatre.
1. Which of the following buildings was first constructed?| A．The Beijing International Airport. | B．The Shanghai World Financial Centre. |
| C．The Water Cube. | D．The Bird’s Nest. |
| A．It needed more construction workers. | B．It was short of money. |
| C．It added an extra viewing platform. | D．It faced too much terrible weather. |
| A．By renting the winter theme park. | B．By increasing its opening time. |
| C．By charging tourists for admission fees. | D．By giving some live concerts. |
| A．Enjoy sports events. | B．Eating. |
| C．Attend science lectures. | D．Watch different performances. |
| A．The sea. | B．The beautiful cities. | C．The beautiful beaches. |
| A．Three. | B．Five. | C．Four. |
| A．He hates hot weather. |
| B．He has no interest in the beach. |
| C．He is waiting for the football match. |
10 . There are over 60 zoos in England. We have collected hundreds of reviews, checked the zoo websites, researched several zoo•related resources and visited many of them by ourselves to giv e you this selection: 10 best zoos in England.
Chester Zoo Among top 15 zoos in the world, it is one of the most•visited and largest zoos in England. |
Whipsnade Zoo With more than 2,500 animals, it is one of the few UK zoos with elephants. |
Marwell Wildlife Full of African and Australian animals, there is surely a lot to see within very large grounds. |
Howletts Wild Animal Park It was set up as a private zoo at first and opened to the public later. The place looks very natural and you can get very close to the animals there. |
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park With Britain's largest number of African elephants, it offers truly African experiences. |
Colchester Zoo With 270+ species, it is very child•friendly and offers lots of h ands•on activities. |
Twycross Zoo It holds what is supposed to be the world's largest collection of apes (猿). There are also rare leopard species. |
Bristol Zoo Gardens This is a 175•year•old zoo with rare animals like fruit bats (果蝠). |
Paignton Zoo As home to a collection of around 2,000 animals and 1,600 plant species, it is one of the first places in England combining zoological and botanical (植物的) gardens. |
London Zoo As one of the oldest zoos in the world, it is well worth a visit. |
| A．visit the largest zoo in English. |
| B．watch the African and Australian animals. |
| C．experience hands-on activities. |
| D．have a close observation of the animals. |
| A．Howletts Wild Animal Park. | B．Colchester Zoo. |
| C．Twycross Zoo. | D．Paignton Zoo. |
| A．a science magazine. | B．an adventure fiction. |
| C．a travel guide. | D．a book review. |
