| 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. |
1. Where are the speakers now?
| A．In Tianjin. | B．In Beijing. | C．In Shanghai. |
| A．More than five days. | B．More than fifteen days. | C．More than fifty days. |
5 . 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. |
6 . Looking for some fun Boston tours for teens that you’ll also enjoy? Here are some tours for you. Most of these tours actually deliver a lot of information about Boston’s history and the city’s culture along with the entertainment.
Whale Watching Tour
There’s the thrill of cruising away from Boston on a high-speed ship to whale-feeding grounds 30 miles east of Boston. Once you’re there, the real fun begins as whales, dolphins and other marine life appear right in front of you! Your teenagers will love this, and you will too!
Codzilla Tour
Speed, 360 degree turns, and loud 80’s rock music make it easy to see why this tour ranks high with teens. The crew’s (船员) jokes about pirates add to the fun. You’ll enjoy the tour through Boston Harbor. Plus, on a hot summer day, it’s a perfect way to relax.
Movie Mile Walking Tour
It is guided by local actors. You’ll see and visit many places you’ve seen on the screen, but even better, the guides will let you in on the filming secrets of movies and shows such as Blown Away, Good Will Hunting and Cheers. Your teens will love hearing about techniques behind the special effects and high-speed chases.
Chocolate Walking Tour
Let’s get to the point of why teens and adults love this walking tour through Beacon Hill and the North End: chocolate tastings! You’ll also love the attractive tour through Boston’s most charming historic neighborhoods led by a chocolate expert. Naturally, you’ll also hear a bit about Boston’s history: for example, did you know that chocolate shops were an important part of Colonial Boston? Just like in modern Boston!
1. What can you do when taking the Whale Watching Tour?| A．Enjoy rock music. | B．See a variety of sea creatures. |
| C．Feed some food to whales. | D．Learn something about pirates. |
| A．Movie Mile Walking Tour. | B．Whale Watching Tour. |
| C．Chocolate Walking Tour. | D．Codzilla Tour. |
| A．They can visit places on the screen. | B．They can go to chocolate shops. |
| C．They can meet a chocolate expert. | D．They can taste chocolate. |
7 . Best Selections for Travellers
COMO POINT YAMU
This is a light-filled design heaven. Sharp lines frame views of Phuket’s east coast and a swimming pool overlooks the Bay. The restaurants are equally stylish - Nahmyaa was given a Michelin Plate for its southern Thai dishes, and there’s also a private beach club on a nearby island, which more than makes up for the hotel’s own lack of golden sands.
ROOMS: Villas from£208, B&B. www. comohotels. com
OUR JUNGLE CAMP
Set on the mainland around a three-hour drive north of Phuket lies an old rainforest. Our Jungle Camp’s bamboo huts and treehouses are minimalist and cool enough in the evening. There’s a great restaurant on site and the camp can arrange a variety of activities, including nature hikes and rafting along lazy rivers.
ROOMS: From £15, room only. www. khaosokecoresort. com
THANYAPURA
Go for gold at this fitness resort in the island’s jungly heart. Top athletes come here to take advantage of the excellent facilities, including two swimming pools, tennis courts and boxing rings. Rooms are simple but have everything you need, including comfy beds and power showers.
ROOMS: Villas from £70, B&B. www. thanyapura. com
SALA PHUKET MAI KHAO BEACH
Sala Phuket is perfect for a laid-back beach break. Everything there seems to have been designed to put you at ease: the calming villas and the swimming pool sunken into the lawn. You can spend the day on the beach with a book or relaxing at the spa. The food is superb, too-pastries for breakfast, papaya salads and red curries for lunch and lobster for dinner.
ROOMS: Villas from £109, B&B. www. salahospitality. com
1. What can visitors do at COMO POINT YAMU?| A．Attend design activities. | B．Camp on its private beach. |
| C．Watch stylish performances. | D．Enjoy Thai-flavored food. |
| A．www. comohotels. com. | B．www. khaosokecoresort. com. |
| C．www. salahospitality. com. | D．www. thanyapura. com. |
| A．A jungle explorer. | B．An environmental activist. |
| C．A comfort seeker. | D．A fitness enthusiast. |
The name of Sorrento, a coastal town in Italy, had been put deep in my soul for a long time, mainly through hearing various
9 . From Hanoi: Halong Bay one day escape including lunch on the boat.
What to expect
Depart from Hanoi in an air-conditioned bus heading for Halong Bay. Arrive in Halong city, where you board your boat for a cruise around the UNESCO -listed site of Halong Bay. Listen to local stories and legend, as you set eyes on some of the 2,000 limestone islands. Big dinner on a seafood buffet and enjoy the passing scenery from the top deck of the boat. Then, land at Sung Sot Cave to explore the large cave. Move on to Titop Island where you can have good views of the bay. Enjoy afternoon tea and a lovely sunset as you make your way back to the harbor. Then take the expressway back to Hanoi where your tour ends.
Inclusions
Round trip transportation by express highway
Small group tour( 12 people)
Sightseeing cruise on Halong Bay
Local English speaking guide
Lunch on the boat
Tea break on the boat
Halong entrance faces
Additional information
Children between the ages of 6 and 11 are permitted on this tour. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Dress standard: Sunscreen, sunglasses, light and comfortable clothing and swimming suit.
When booking, please use the additional request box on the checkout page to inform us of any dietary requirements. Please provide as many details as possible. Please do not wait until the day of the tour to inform us.
Not wheelchair available.
Most travelers can join in.
Cancellation policy
This experience requires good weather. If it's canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
1. What can the tourists do on Titop Island?| A．Have a seafood buffet | B．Listen to local stories |
| C．Enjoy the scenery of the bay | D．Explore a large cave |
| A．Elderly people | B．Disable people |
| C．Adults with two kids | D．Children under six |
| A．Being arranged a different date | B．Canceling the tour a day earlier |
| C．When meeting friendly weather | D．Canceling the tour 12 hours earlier |
10 . 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. |
