1 . Scotland is packed with beautiful places to visit and you could honestly spend months and months exploring everything this wonderful country has to offer! Next I’m going to take you through some of the best place to visit in Scotland, based on where we have personally visited so far!
Glen Coe
If you asked me where my favourite place to visit in all of Scotland is... I would say, Glen Coe. The whole area of Glen Coe constantly had my face in shock due to the beauty that I was witnessing1 was witnessing (亲眼看见). It’s just a stream of dramatic mountains, lakes, rugged (崎岖的) beauty and more.
Fort William
Fort William is probably one of the most well-known places to visit in Scotland. It’s a popular tourist destination thanks to being home to the UK’s tallest mountain: Ben Nevis. Fort William is also the starting point for one of the world’s most famous train rides: The Jacobite. Harry Potter fans will recognize it as the Hogwarts Express, and this train ride will take you through the beautiful countryside, crossing some iconic Harry Potter filming locations such as the Dumbledore’s Grave and the Glenfinnan Viaduct!
Isle Of Skye
This island feels totally different from other parts of Scotland and is truly rugged and ready! There are many hot spots to explore including the Old Man of Storr, the Fairy Glen. I even stayed on a private island with its very own lighthouse, which was one of the coolest places I’ve ever visited and one of the most romantic places stay in Scotland.
Cairngorms National Park
This is the largest national park in the UK so it’s another popular place to visit in Scotland and it’s no surprise why. It’s absolutely beautiful and there’s so much happening at the Cairngorms National Park! From skiing or meeting local reindeers, you’ll not go bored and you’ll be surrounded by beauty the entire time.
1. Which place probably attracts Harry Potter fans most?| A．Glen Coe. | B．Isle Of Skye. |
| C．Cairngorms National Park. | D．Fort William. |
| A．The Jacobite. | B．Local reindeers. |
| C．The UK’s tallest mountain. | D．A cool lighthouse. |
| A．A geography textbook | B．A science journal. |
| C．A travel blog. | D．A diary. |
2 . Here are some movie museums you can visit.
Rancho Obi-Wan Star Wars Museum
Reporter Steve Sansweet founded Rancho Obi-Wan Star Wars Museum in 1998. It’s a nonprofit museum that is the home to the world’s largest collection of privately-owned Star Wars memorabilia (纪念品), making it the Guinness World Record holder for “Largest Collection of Star Wars Memorabilia”.
La Cinématnèque Francalse
Paris’ La Cinémathèque Francaise is one of the world’s largest film collections Established in 1936, co-founders Henri Langlois and Georges Franju acquired a large collection of films and documents.
It’s a Wonderful Life Museum
It’s a Wonderful Life Museum opened in 2010. Actress Karolyn Grimes donated original photos and other memorabilia from her private collection.
Australian Centre for the Moving Image
Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) opened in 2002 and it grew to be an international exhibition of film, television, and digital culture. Over the years, the ACMI has featured lasting and traveling exhibits.
1. What is special about Rancho Obi-Wan Star Wars Museum?| A．Henri Langlois and Georges Franju are its co-founders. |
| B．Karolyn Grimes donated photos and memorabilia to it. |
| C．It has featured lasting and traveling exhibits. |
| D．It is a Guinness World Record holder. |
| A．La Cinématnèque Francaise. |
| B．It’s a Wonderful Life Museum. |
| C．Rancho Obi-Wan Star Wars Museum. |
| D．Australian Centre for the Moving Image. |
| A．Steve Sansweet. | B．Karolyn Grimes. |
| C．Henri Langlois. | D．Georges Franju. |
3 . Have you been dreaming of taking a vacation, but wonder whether it’s better to take a solo journey, or have an adventure with friends? In my opinion, there are advantages in both travelling alone and in a group.
Group travel is generally much cheaper. You can get group rates on accommodations, certain modes of transportation, or tickets to tourist attractions. If you’re able to reduce costs, you’ll have extra money to see and do more things.
It is also safer to travel in a group. Do you remember when you were little your parents or teachers used the “buddy system”? It doesn’t only apply to children. It’s especially true when travelling, particularly in unknown places. Nobody can forecast problems or dangers on the way, such as traffic accidents and conflicts with strangers. When you travel with a friend or within a group, you have someone to watch your back.
Travelling with other people can also create shared experiences. For many people this is the best part of travelling — there’s always someone to do things with, laugh with, share stories with, and make memories with. These are just some of the reasons why travelling with friends can be more fun.
However, if you travel alone, you are the boss. There’s no one to tell you where to go or what to do, and you don’t have to make compromises. You can do things at your own pace, on your own timetable. For some people, meeting other travellers is part of the fun of travelling alone. A lot of solo travellers seem to end up in the same spots, so you have a chance to meet other people with the same interests. You can join them and spend some time together, then go your separate ways. Some people take trips alone because they want time to reflect. If you simply enjoy being on your own, or want to be with your own thoughts, without anyone else bothering you, then solo travel might be the way to go.
In general, whether you choose to travel solo or in a group mainly depends on your personality. Think of how you are in your everyday life — do you value your time alone, or do you prefer to be in the company of others? It might not seem like a big deal, but if you’re travelling for any length of time, it could mean the difference between an enjoyable, memorable vacation, and an unhappy trip.
1. What is the advantage of group travel, according to Paragraph 2?| A．You can save money by sharing a hotel room with friends. |
| B．You can choose what kind of transportation you want to take. |
| C．You can do many fun activities and laugh happily with friends. |
| D．You can visit a lot more places with friends for less money. |
| A．A rule you should follow at school. | B．Your parents’ suggestion for making friends. |
| C．A way to ensure your safety when going out. | D．A rule of not travelling to unknown places. |
| A．You can decide where to go, when to go, and what to eat. |
| B．You can join other travellers based on your interests. |
| C．You can have time to reflect and think alone. |
| D．You can share memories with your friends after the journey. |
| A．Group travel is better than solo travel. |
| B．Travelling alone has more positive factors. |
| C．The way you like to travel depends on your personality. |
| D．It is not a big deal to choose to travel alone or in group. |
4 . A record of 6.15 million trips was made by Chinese mainland tourists to overseas destinations during the seven-day Spring Festival holiday, which ended on Sunday, according to the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA). That is an increase of 7 percent compared with the last year’s Spring Festival. About 374, 000 trips were organized by travel agencies, a 2.5 percent increase.
The CNTA also reported growth from individual and high-end(高端的) travelers and said that in addition to top and coastal cities, inland cities such as those in Guangxi — became important source markets. With many Chinese now traveling abroad during the Spring Festival, their choice of destinations has expanded along with their growing interest in foreign cultures and services.
“Chinese tourists are increasingly willing to experience local cultures and services, including staying in private homes, appreciating plants and watching monkeys,” Li Xuejing, an agency’s marketing manager, said.
Miss Guo, a Chinese tourist, who was vacationing on an island in Philippines, said, “I now pay more attention to relaxation and enjoyment during the holidays instead of shopping or choosing gifts for relatives.”
Another choice is Britain. Though the devaluation(货币贬值) of the pound is a factor, Britain’s rich history and famous education tradition have caught the eye of Chinese.
1. How many trips were made to foreign countries during the seven-day Spring Festival holiday?| A．6,150,000. | B．2,500,000. | C．7,000,000. | D．374,000. |
| A．They’re reported to have become important tourist attractions. |
| B．They’re famous for all kinds of plants and monkeys. |
| C．They have many hot springs. |
| D．They have become important source markets. |
| A．Go shopping for gifts. | B．Study foreign cultures. |
| C．Relax and enjoy herself. | D．Chat with her relatives. |
| A．A guide book. | B．A newspaper. |
| C．A science magazine. | D．An advertisement. |
1. Where is the park located?
| A．In West Africa. | B．In Southeast Asia. | C．In South America. |
| A．There are over 5, 000 types of plants. |
| B．Visitors can’t get close to the birds. |
| C．It has much room to walk around. |
| A．30 meters. | B．60 meters. | C．100 meters. |
| A．At 9:00 am. | B．At 11:00 am. | C．At 5:00 pm. |
6 . In a lot of other states in America, warm sunny days mean lazy afternoons are spent on the beach. In Oregon, people pack hiking shoes with their bathing suits. Here are 3 incredible hikes for you.
Cascade Head Preserve
Distance: 6.8 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Nearest Town: Lincoln City
Managed by the international nonprofit The Nature Conservancy, the Cascade Head Preserve is an excellent hike that typically marks the division between the north and central Oregon coast. There are upper and lower trailheads (小道的起点), with about 3.4 miles of trails between the two.
Cape Lookout
Distance: 5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Nearest Town: Tillamook
Of all the capes on the Oregon coast, Cape Lookout might be the most famous, projecting 1.5 miles into the ocean. Visitors can tackle the five-mile, round-trip hike to the tip of the cape where they can enjoy several incredible views over the Pacific Ocean. Separate trails lead down to South Beach and the Campground.
Clatsop Loop Hike
Distance: 3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Nearest Town: Cannon Beach
There are several trails that traverse (横越) Tillamook Head at Ecola State Park, but the Clatsop Loop Hike is known for its breathtaking Cliffside views and quiet forested paths. Take the seaside trail from Indian Beach to the Hikers Camp, then take the forested path back.
1. Which is the dividing line between the north and central Oregon coast?| A．Tillamook. | B．Cascade Head Preserve. |
| C．Cape Lookout. | D．Cannon Beach. |
| A．Go camping in the wild. | B．Go hiking through the forests. |
| C．Kill time on the beach. | D．Enjoy views over the ocean. |
| A．The vast forest. | B．The easy hikes. |
| C．The amazing views. | D．The quiet seaside. |
7 . In England, there are а few сhаіnеd (用锁链栓住) lіbrаrіеѕ still hidden away in medieval (中世纪的) buildings. The following list is based on those libraries that are open to tourists.
Wells Cathedral Library, Somerset
The medieval library of Wells Cathedral was built in the mid-15th century. Most of the 2,800 volumes (书) in the collection today were got in the 16th to 18th centuries. The earliest book is a copy of Pliny’s Naturalis Historiae printed in 1472. The library also has a set of Aristotle’s works finished in 1497.
Phone: 44 (0)1749 674483
Cost: Guided tours cost ￡10 per person
Merton College Upper Library, Oxford
The oldest part of Merton College Library, known as the Upper Library, dates from 1373. Presently, one remade book chain is provided as an example of how the chained library might have looked. Although the original chains are gone, the library is a step back in time.
Phone: 44 (0)1865 276310
Cost: ￡5 per person; ￡3 for University members
Wimborne Minster Library, Dorset
The Chained Library of Wimborne Minster dates to the mid-17th century. After the Trigge Library of St Wulfram’s, it is one of the first public libraries in the UK. Many of the book chains survive at Wimborne.
Phone: 44 (0)1202 884753
Opening Times: Daily, 10:30 am-12:30 pm and 2 pm- 4 pm
Cost: Free
Hereford Cathedral Library, Hereford
The library of Hereford Cathedral has collected 229 medieval manuscripts (手稿) and 1,200 early printed books. A key attraction in the library is the famous medieval Mappa Mundi dating back to 1300. Hereford Cathedral has been named Autism Friendly and joined in Disabled Access Day, an event in the UK to celebrate accessibility across the country.
Phone: 44 (0)1432 374200
Opening Times: Monday-Saturday 10 am-4 pm (last admission 30 minutes before closing)
Cost: Grown-up, ￡6; Student, ￡5
1. How much will a student from Merton College spend on visiting Upper Library?| A．￡3. | B．￡5. |
| C．￡6. | D．￡10. |
| A．Somerset. | B．Hereford. |
| C．Dorset. | D．Oxford. |
| A．It is friendly to the disabled. | B．It allows people to enter at 4 pm. |
| C．It has the same price for everyone. | D．It successfully remade Mappa Mundi. |
