| A．Sicily. | B．Rome. | C．Florence. |
| A．Paris. | B．Rome. | C．Vienna. |
3 . One explanation for this strong statistical pattern is that traveling requires time and energy, and people have limited resources for it. At the core is the effort that people are willing to invest collectively to travel to certain locations, trying to optimize their days.
What does the underlined word “optimize” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
| A．Slow down. | B．Keep a record of. |
| C．Think back on. | D．Make the most of. |
4 . Paris is the most wooded (树木茂森的) city in Europe, and around one quarter of its area is taken up by parks, gardens and other green spaces.
Jardin des Plantes: over 28 hectares
This impressive botanical garden is home to four museums, including the Natural History Museum, which houses a variety of African animals. The gardens themselves boast thousands of species of plants. This is a lovely place to relax and explore the beautiful surroundings.
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont: over 24 hectares
If you want to get off the tourist trail and hang out with true Parisians, this park is the perfect spot for a relaxing picnic or a leisurely wander. It is in the 19th district and is one of the largest parks in Paris. Cross its lake on the suspension bridge, or admire the waterfalls and attractive temples.
Jardin du Luxembourg: over 25 hectares
These beautiful gardens were first laid out in 1612 as the gardens of the Luxembourg Palace. They include a geometric (结合图形的) forest, French and English style gardens, as well as a large pond. There is so much to see and do with activities especially for children, such as slides, rides and puppet shows, as well as leisure and sporting activities for adults. The gardens are home to more than one hundred sculptures.
Le Parc de la Villette: 55 hectares
This urban cultural park is so much more than just a park as it is home to numerous music venues, exhibition spaces and cafes. It is also home to no less than 12 gardens, which all follow different themes. The Passenger Gardens, for example, which are built on what was once the sheep market, support a variety of ecosystems, demonstrating the importance of biodiversity.
1. Which green space probably suits students who are interested in botany?| A．Jardin des Plantes. | B．Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. |
| C．Jardin du Luxembourg. | D．Le Parc de la Villette. |
| A．They feature American style gardens. | B．They are favorite gardens for the French. |
| C．They house a variety of African animals. | D．They used to be royal gardens. |
| A．Visiting museums. | B．Attending concerts. |
| C．Admiring waterfalls. | D．Watching puppet shows. |
5 . People have been pouring into stadiums since the days of ancient Greece. In around 80 A. D., the Romans built the Colosseum, which remains the world’s best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design. Rome’s Colosseum was 157 feet tall and had 80 entrances, seating 50,000 people. However, that was small fry compared with the city’s Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people.
How many people could the Circus Maximus hold?
| A．104,944. | B．107,601. |
| C．About 150,000. | D．About 250,000. |
6 . If you’re traveling to South America in summer, you should have Patagonia (at the southern end of South America) high up on your list of things to do. With this list, I show you the best places to visit in Patagonia. The climate down there is pretty rough, especially in the very south - if you plan to do hiking or camping, the best time for a trip is between the end of November and the beginning of March.
1. Bariloche, Argentina
The fact that Bariloche is well connected (airport, direct bus to and from Buenos Aires) makes it the perfect starting point of a round trip through Patagonia. But more than that: the combination of mountains, lakes and green forests results in its beautiful scenery.
2. Futaleufú, Chile
Further down south and a bit harder to access is the small Chilean village Futaleufú which is located at the border to Argentina. The reason which makes it worth it: the Futaleufú River is often referred to as one of the best white water spots for rafting in the world. The landscape along the river is unique and, due to its location, still pretty much untouched.
3. Puerto Rio Tranquilo, Chile
If you want to get there quickly, you should travel through Argentina and cross over to Chile Chico as this place is also very remote. The reason to do so: the marble caves in the General Carrera lake.
4. Torres del Paine, Chile
Personally the national park Torres del Paine is my number 1 attraction in Patagonia - you should take some time and do a multi-day trek to experience as much of it as possible: glaciers, forests, impressive mountain ranges, lagoons and rivers.
1. What is the best time for hiking in Patagonia?| A．October 1—November 1 | B．December 25—January 15 |
| C．March 5—April 1 | D．November 5—June 7 |
| A．It lies in an easily accessible village. | B．It is ignored due to rafting sports. |
| C．It is the best rafting river in the world. | D．It still has untouched landscapes. |
| A．Bariloche. | B．Futaleufú. |
| C．Puerto Rio Tranquilo. | D．Torres del Paine. |
1. What’s the woman doing?
| A．Making a survey. | B．Making a travel plan. | C．Making new friends. |
| A．At 4:00 a.m. | B．At 7:00 a.m. | C．At 11:00 p.m. |
| A．Its breakfast. | B．Its location. | C．Its room. |
8 . Cambridge University Botanic Garden is private property. Visitors are welcome in accordance with the following rules made by the Botanic Garden Syndicate.
Time of opening and closing:
The Garden is open every day throughout the year except for the Christmas holiday period.
January, November & December 10 am-4 pm
February, March & October 10 am-5 pm
April—September 10 am-6 pm
The Glasshouses and Cafe close half an hour before the Garden closing time. The Botanic Garden Shop closes fifteen minutes before the Garden closing time. The latest admission time is half an hour before the Garden closing time.
Guidelines for all visitors:
As the Garden is a learning resource, visitors can get the most out of their visit if provided with educational activities here. Please remember the Garden is also a peaceful place where people come to relax.
 | Cycles, including children’s bicycles, tricycles and scooters, must be left in the parking spaces provided for them near the entrances. Children aged sixteen years and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. No games, sports training, or jogging are allowed. No radios or sound reproduction equipment, or musical instruments, may be played in the Garden by visitors. A permit is required for commercial photography. Dogs are not admitted except guide dogs for the blind, hearing dogs for the deaf or assistance dogs. Smoking is not allowed in any of the Garden’s buildings. Keep to paths and lawns. Do not set foot on flower beds. Plants must not be picked or eaten. Seeds and leaves can be picked up from the ground but wash your hands afterwards. Do not climb the trees. Watch out for low hanging branches. |
If you have any queries, please do contact us via the Enquiry desk on 01223 336265. All groups intending to visit the Garden must book their visits at least a week in advance.
The buttons below are for recreational group visits only.
Group Booking Form B is for groups that include adults, under 18’s and children.
1. When can you drink at the Café of the Botanic Garden?
| A．At 3﹕00 pm on Christmas Day. | B．At 4﹕00 pm on New Year’s Day. |
| C．At 4﹕30 pm on Children’s Day. | D．At 5﹕00 pm on Women’s Day. |
| A．Playing balls with partners. | B．Taking photos for sale online. |
| C．Picking up leaves from the tree. | D．Collecting fallen seeds in gloves. |
| A．fill in the booking form. | B．call 01223 336265. |
| C．visit the Enquiry desk. | D．click the four buttons. |
9 . Best Places to Travel for a Girls' Holiday
Cannes
When you think of France, often the famous capital Paris comes to mind. However, you're with your girls. So why not leave the city of love and journey south to Cannes? This holiday is for the girls that want to live like the stars for a weekend or two, and have budgeted for it too. Not only does it offer a beautiful view, but also you will feel like celebrities as you wander around the place film stars call home during the Cannes Film Festival.
Ibiza
No place says girls, holiday is like a trip but Ibiza does. Whether you are looking to wander the San Antonio Sunset Strip at 2： 00 am or walk along the cobbled(鹅卵石的)streets of the old town, Ibiza has it all. For the party lovers, you'll find a home in San Antonio. Partying from morning to night is right for you. So begin your day at Aiyanna Ibiza, in Cala Nova.
Brazil
As one of the few places on Earth that are warm all year round, where temperatures rarely dip below 20°C , Brazil is the perfect destination for a girls, holiday. Being the largest country in South America, it's no surprise that it has everything for everyone.
Thailand
Start with Bangkok, the city of angels. For the girls, trip that's all about sightseeing, a visit to Wat Pho is a must. Home to the Reclining Buddha, this incredible statue is covered in gold leaves and stands at fifteen meters tall and forty-six meters long. From the clear waterfalls, the elephants and the full moon parties, Thailand offers countless adventures for a girls,trip.
1. What can we learn about Cannes?| A．It lies to the south of Paris. | B．It offers beautiful scenery only. |
| C．It is home to all the film stars. | D．It suits girls with tight budgets. |
| A．Cannes. | B．Ibiza. | C．Brazil. | D．Thailand. |
| A．Fashionable. | B．Adventurous. | C．Outgoing. | D．Ambitious. |
