| A．Sicily. | B．Rome. | C．Florence. |
2 . 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. |
3 . The most popular time to travel in Southeast Asia is from November to April and no matter which region you choose, you are bound to have an amazing experience.
Kuala Lumpur
You’ll likely be flying into or leaving from Malaysia’s capital when you visit some of these destinations, but if not, try and spend some time in Kuala Lumpur. Head to the top of the Petronas Twin Towers and walk the bridge between them if you don’t mind significant heights! There is plenty more to see and do in the city, and it is a great place to explore. Be sure to enjoy as much of the fantastic food as you can, too.
Tropical Islands
There is definitely no shortage of tropical islands in Southeast Asia, so choose one of the many beaches and then relax. The crisp blue water is great for a swim, or you can just lay by the beach and work on your tan (棕褐色皮肤). Two recommendations are Rabbit Island in Cambodia and the Ko Tarutao National Park in Thailand.
Halong Bay
If you’re near Hanoi, then you’ll want to walk to Halong Bay. There is no better way to see how impressive Vietnam is than by sailing around the bay or islands. A handy tip is to spend a little bit of money to ensure you do this trip comfortably; there are cheaper tours that will lessen the experience, so splash out a little here.
Bangkok
Bangkok is an experience that everyone should have at least once. It’s also a great springboard to the rest of Southeast Asia. There are plenty of chances for you to argue about the prices, and for those who like to party, the nightlife is exciting.
1. What can you enjoy in Kuala Lumpur?| A．Attending party. | B．Delicious food. | C．Sailing around. | D．Comfortable accommodation. |
| A．Kuala Lumpur. | B．Tropical Islands. | C．Halong Bay. | D．Bangkok. |
| A．They attract sunbathers. | B．They provide cheap tours. |
| C．They have many islands. | D．They are in the same country. |
4 . Many people have the desire to travel when summer approaches. The following is to help you narrow down your options.
San Diego
San Diego, located on the Pacific, offers enough outdoor attractions to satisfy all kinds of summer travelers. Families will enjoy exploring San Diego Zoo. No matter what type of traveler you are, the eye-catching architecture and beautiful gardens that make up Balboa Park won’t disappoint. And as for the beaches, San Diego’s variety of shorelines means you’11 never be bored.
Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor, Maine’s proximity (临近) to Acadia National Park makes it an impressive spot to hang your hat in summer. While the distance to the park is undoubtedly one of Bar Harbor’s selling points, you should save room on your route to explore this charming coastal town. Book a boat or whale watching tour on the bay or take a walk along the scenic Shore Path for inspiring views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Bermuda
If all you care about is being at the beach during your summer vacation, choose Bermuda. Temperatures during this time of year make summer the best time to catch rays on the sand and swim in warmer Atlantic waters. Chill out along beautiful shorelines such as Horseshoe Bay Beach (the most popular beach), Elbow Beach (the pinkest) and Warwick Long Bay (the longest).
Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s northern U. K. location means that warm weather is rare. Each summer, the city hosts the famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe (the world’s largest arts festival), drawing visitors from around the planet. Aside from this fun summer event, travelers can experience Edinburgh’s green, sun-bathing landscape.
1. Which place is suitable for every traveler in San Diego?| A．The Pacific. | B．San Diego Zoo. | C．Balboa Park. | D．The beaches. |
| A．Watch whales on the bay. | B．Sunbathe on the beach. |
| C．Dive in the Atlantic Ocean. | D．Wander in Acadia National Park. |
| A．San Diego. | B．Edinburgh. | C．Bar Harbor. | D．Bermuda. |
5 . Here is an interview between Noah Matt, a blogger and Dan, who has very low vision and is almost blind.
N: Hi Dan! Please let us know about yourself!
D: I’m 31 from Canada. At the age of seven, I was hurt in the back of the head by a boy, leaving me blind in my left eye. In 2008, my right eye started to go red and the doctor told me that it would also be blind later.
N: Where does your passion for travel come from?
D: Both of my parents are travel lovers and I am greatly influenced by them.What’s more, besides my family, I travel for the people. I know people are curious about my travels and I love sharing my stories with them.
N: Being unable to see, you have to face many difficulties. How do you manage to overcome them? Do you always have someone with you?
D: My travel is nothing different from most other travellers’, just slower. Usually help is available but I’m unwilling to accept it and I try my hardest to direct myself. For example, I use an iPhone to take a photo of the train times and then make it larger. Thus, I can move at my own pace.
N: What will be your next destination?
D: I don’t know what my next destination will be after this trip in Europe is over. I’m really interested in Australia, New Zealand, and South America. But to tell you the truth, I think it’s time for me to get around to explore my own country. It’s really a pity that Canadians travel the world because traveling in our own country is so hard and expensive.
1. Which of the following words can best describe Dan?| A．Curious. | B．Independent. | C．Sad. | D．Lonely. |
| A．He needs help when travelling. | B．He feels lonely on the road. |
| C．His adventures are dangerous. | D．He enjoys communicating with people. |
| A．The train. | B．The photo. | C．The phone. | D．The pace. |
| A．Europe. | B．Canada. | C．Australia. | D．New Zealand. |
| A．He was blind when he was born. |
| B．He is afraid to face people’s curiosity. |
| C．He travels just like any other person. |
| D．He hasn’t travelled around Canada. |
6 . The vast Caspian Sea, though sometimes classed as a lake, is the largest landlocked body of water in the world. The gateway between Europe and Asia, it is bordered by Iran to the south, Azerbaijan and Russia to the west and Turkmenistan to the east, while Kazakhsta’s Mangystau region lies to the northeast. Many visitors crowd to Caspian Sea every year to experience its beauty.
FISHING
Fishing is a popular pastime and important industry throughout the waters of the Caspian Sea. From the shores of Mangystau in Kazakhstan, it is possible to rent fishing boats or join fishing tours to spend a day fishing on the water.
SAILING
The Caspian Sea is filled with boats, ferries and ships. It is a popular way to travel from other major port cities such as Baku in Azerbaijan to Aktau, or down the mighty Volga Canal. Meanwhile, on a smaller scale, boats can be rented from Aktau for a day on the water.
WATERSPORTS
The beaches of Mangystau, lapped by the waters of the Caspian Sea, are the jumping off points for many popular water sports. In the summer months especially, visitors enjoy sunbathing and taking a refreshing dip, while more active holidaymakers can windsurf and parasail to their hearts’ delight.
1. How many countries are there circling around the Caspian sea?| A．Three. | B．Four. | C．Five. | D．Six. |
| A．Buy your own boat. | B．Employ a local fisher. |
| C．Rent a fishing boat. | D．Buy fish on the boat. |
| A．Go swimming. | B．Go diving. | C．Go sunbathing. | D．Go windsurfing. |
7 . China has a history of thousands of years， which gives it a lot of historical sites which include the Summer Place， the Forbidden City， the Terracotta Army， the Potala Palace and the Mogao Grottoe. All of these are UNESCO World heritage.
The Summer Palace： China's Largest Imperial Garden
Location： Beijing
The Summer Palace is China's largest imperial garden. UNESCO added this 300﹣hectare site to the World Heritage List in 1998. There are numerous stores in Suzhou Street， selling souvenirs like antiques snacks， silk， jewelry and tea. The shop assistants there are dressed in the costumes of the Qing Dynasty.
The Terracotta Warriors： First Emperor Qin's Buried Army
Location： Xi'an
The museum covers an area of 22， 780 square meters. Over 8，000 life﹣size terracotta soldiers and horses and more than 10，000 bronze weapons were unearthed. The Terracotta Army is candidate for the title "eighth wonder of the world".
The Potala Palace： Masterpiece of Tibetan Architecture
Location： Lhasa
It was first built as the palace of Songtsen Gampo（617﹣650），founder of the Tu﹣Bo Dynasty. After being rebuilt in the 17th century， it was the residence of Dalai Lamas. There are plenty of precious historical relics in the palace， including over 10，000 Buddha statues made or gold， silver， jade， wood or clay.
The Mogao Grottoes： a Holy land of Buddhist Art
Location： Dunhuang
The Mogao Grottoes has 735 grottoes， 450，000 square meters of mural paintings， 2， 415 colored Buddha statues made of clay， and more than 50，000 historical relics. All of these make the Mogao Grottoes the largest and the most significant land of Buddhist art.
There are some bestsellers including some of these historical sites：
▪4﹣Day Lhasa Highlight Tour
▪11﹣Day Classic Wonders Tour﹣Beijing， Xi'an， Lhasa
▪16﹣Day Memories of China with Yangtze Cruise﹣Beijing， Xian， Yangtze， Shanghai
You could always contact us to tailor your own unique tour of China's historical sites.
1. Where can you buy gifts for your friend who is a tea lover？| A．At the Potala palace. |
| B．At the Terracotta Warriors. |
| C．At the Summer palace. |
| D．At the Mogao Grottoes. |
| A．China's largest imperial garden |
| B．Buddha statues made of jade |
| C．terracotta soldiers and horses |
| D．grottoes with mural paintings |
| A．The Terracotta Warriors is the eighth wonder of the world. |
| B．The Mogao Grottoes is the most important place of Buddhist art. |
| C．Only three tour packages are available for tourists to choose. |
| D．The Potala Palace was first constructed for the residence of Dalai lamas. |
