1 . If you have a passion for music, art, history and more, indulge it on a Yoyo Odyssey Cultural Tour!

How we travel can make the difference between just visiting a place, or really experiencing it from the inside out, which is why Yoyo has created its new Odyssey Cultural Tours collection.

These small-group, luxury tours offer a deep dive into history, art, music, literature, dance and astronomy, while enjoying everything that a destination has to offer, from exceptional places to stay to the best of local food.

Each holiday has the service of a Yoyo tour manager and we’ll take care of you every step of the way, providing a VIP car service to your UK departure point for overseas trips, flights and transfers, all transports to accommodations, travel insurance and much more.

For music lovers, Yoyo has partnered with the Royal Academy of Music to create unique short breaks in London with concerts by talented young musicians from the Academy.

You’ll be in expert hands — each tour is accompanied by a specialist in their field who’s skilled at sharing their expertise through insight-packed talks throughout the holiday. Backstage, behind-the-scenes visits give a fascinating perspective on new places as well as cities that you may already know and love, all in the stimulating company of like-minded travellers.

ABC Music readers will receive an exclusive 5 per cent discount on all Yoyo Cultural Odyssey Tours — just quote the code ‘ABCR’ when booking. To find out more, please visit yoyo.uk / COT.

1. Why does Yoyo create the Cultural Odyssey Tours?

A．To create a music collection of Odyssey.

B．To help music lovers find like-minded friends.

C．To guide tour guests through a cultural experience.

D．To promote the ABC Music Magazine to new readers.

2. What can guests do during the tour?

A．Share their expert skills.	B．Enjoy talks by a specialist.
C．Visit the backstage after a play.	D．Play in a concert with musicians.

3. What should the ABC Music readers do for a discount when booking?

A．Use the required code.	B．Find one more company.
C．Visit the website yoyo.uk / COT.	D．Quote a comment about the ABC Music.

2 . Parisians have always been known for their courage and enthusiasm. They are very generous and trusting. The culture of communication is well developed among the local people, as they are taught to establish contact with others from early childhood. Here in Paris it is believed that a quiet and modest (谦逊的) person will never succeed even if he or she is very talented and smart.

Visitors are advised to learn at least a bit of French before their trip. If locals see a traveler who tries to communicate using the native language, they start respecting this person and are ready to help. It is worth remembering that even fluent English will cause only a sense of contempt (蔑视) among locals.

Paris is famous for its colorful celebrations and festivals. Various interesting events take place at Christmas and on New Year’s Eve here. June 21 is the day of a famous music festival in particular—this event attracts many music lovers from different countries of the world. All day long, the squares of the city are turned into concert spots, where free concerts are performed. Bastille Day is a very interesting holiday which is celebrated annually on July 14. A beautiful military parade(阅兵) is a necessary part of Bastille Day. The first mention about this celebration was made in 1789. The holiday ends up with grand fireworks.

In early February, the city of Paris is filled with collectors of antique (古董的) cars. The exhibition of antique cars is held in the center of Porte de Versailles, where you can see antique cars and details about them as well as communicate with interesting people.

Paris can impress anyone with its cultural richness and diversity. In this magical city, something interesting happens all the time. Once in the center of the city, almost every hour you will be able to attend one event or another, moving from the art center to the concert hall, admiring the performances of street artists on the way.

1. Who will be more welcome in Paris according to the text?

A．Someone who is shy and quiet.	B．Someone who knows a little French.
C．Someone who speaks English well.	D．Someone who is talented and smart.

2. What can you enjoy on June 21 in Paris?

A．Football matches.	B．A car show.
C．Some antiques.	D．A music performance.

3. What do we know about Bastille Day in Paris?

A．It takes place on Christmas Day.	B．It ends up with a military parade.
C．It has a history of over 230 years.	D．It includes a lot of free concerts.

4. What does the author want to tell us by mentioning the exhibition of antique cars?

A．Most Parisians are very wealthy.	B．Paris is a center of car manufacturing.
C．Parisians like collecting antiques.	D．Paris is a city with colourful life.

3 . Taking nature hikes is a lot of fun. No matter where you live, there is probably someplace nearby where you can enjoy nature.

Step one in planning your nature hike is deciding where to go. You will also need to get an adult family member or friend to go along with you. Together you can learn about all the different types of habitats in your area and decide which one you want to explore first.

    1    . This will give you more time to enjoy the place and cut down on travel time.

Once you have chosen your location, it’s a great idea to spend some time learning about the plants and animals that live in that habitat.     2    , you can have fun finding shells and types of seaweed that you recognize.

If you want to make a full adventure, you could put together a little book of plants and animals you might find on your trip.     3    .

Before you go on a nature hike you also need to have the proper coat, good hiking shoes and gear. If you expect rain, please have rain gear.     4    , bring a hat and sunscreen. Being prepared will make your nature hike much more fun.

    5    . When hiking, you need to keep up your energy, so bring good foods. It is also very important to bring water for everyone. Water is one of the most important things you can bring.

A．If it will be sunny

B．If you go to the beach

C．If you reach the chosen habitat

D．You should choose a place fairly close by

E．You will also bring drinks full of energy

F．It’s a good idea to bring a pack with snacks for everyone

G．Creating a book like this will help you remember the plants and animals you see

4 . 根据课文内容填空

I have to admit that it     1     feels good to be back in the city again. And what a city—a city that was able to     2     itself after the earthquake in 1906. There are so many beautiful old buildings—many sitting on top of big hills,     3    great views of the city, the ocean, and the Golden Gate Bridge.

5 . Ann Arbor Travel Guide

When you think of Ann Arbor, you likely think of the University of Michigan. In some ways, the two are the same. But Ann Arbor has an identity of its own. That is the unique festivals like Apple Daze in the fall and FestiFools in the spring. And the town is known as the “City of Trees”: visitors can paddle (划船) and hike their way down the lush (茂密的) Huron River Water Trail or appreciate flowers at a local garden in early summer.

Best months to visit

The best time to visit Ann Arbor is between May and September, when temperatures rest comfortably and lots of activities are held there. For example, June is a perfect time to go outside and experience Ann Arbor’s outdoor spaces, like the Huron River and Mathai Botanical Gardens. If a fall or winter trip amuses you, you will still find plenty to do. College football season runs from September to November, so that’s a great time to visit if you’d like to catch a game at Michigan Stadium. In the colder months, you can spend time in Ann Arbor’s many indoor museums or enjoying special holiday events, like Kindle Fest.

Tips for saving money

Eat where the locals do. Many hole-in-the-wall restaurants are frequented by college students and therefore keep their prices reasonable to attract the public.

Walk, walk, and walk. Downtown Ann Arbor is a very walkable area. In fact, driving and parking a car is often annoying. By getting around on your feet, you will not only get a better feel for the town, but save money that would have otherwise been spent on a rental car or taxi rides.

1. What is the special feature of Ann Arbor?

A．Its good location.	B．Its special festivals.
C．Its famous restaurants.	D．Its educational environment.

2. What may be the best time to visit Ann Arbor if you are a football fan?

A．Early spring.

B．Late winter.

C．September.

D．June.

3. What’s the author’s advice on saving money when visiting Ann Arbor?

A．Asking for discounts while buying tickets.

B．Having meals in the college dining hall.

C．Renting a car to visit the city.

D．Traveling around on foot.

6 . Xi'an enjoys a reputations as a “Living History Museum” due to its rich, diverse collection of historical and cultural treasures. Apart from the Terracotta Warriors, there are also some other attractions in the city. Here are some of them.

Ancient City Wall

Xi'an City Wall was built in the 14th century in the Ming Dynasty as a military defense system. Now it is one of the oldest and best preserved Chinese city walls. The wall is now a landmark, dividing the city into inner and outer areas.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda （塔）

Situated in an ancient temple, the pagoda built with layers of bricks was built in the Tang Dynasty. It is traditional Chinese architecture. One of the main functions of the pagoda was to store Buddhist scriptures（经文） and figurines brought to China from India by the famous monk and traveler Xuan Zang, who stayed here for 19 years translating Buddhist scriptures.

Shaanxi History Museum

The Shaanxi History Museum, built in 1991，is home to over 370,000 precious relics unearthed in Shaanxi over the years, The museum consists of three main sections. Its collections range from bronze ware（器血）to pottery ware, gold and silver ware and mural paintings from the Tang Dynasty tombs.

The Muslim Quarter

One of the highlights is its local snacks when you tour Xian. The best food destination is the Muslim Quarter，which has a history of several hundred years. Consisting of a number of food streets, the area has become a famous attraction in the city for its rich and authentic Muslim cultural atmosphere.

1. In which place can you know more about Buddhism?

A．Ancient City Wall.

B．Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.

C．Shaanxi History Museum.

D．The Muslim Quarter.

2. What can you do when you visit the Muslim Quarter?

A．Great some bronze wares.

B．Eat diverse delicious snacks.

C．Visit some watchtowers.

D．Translate Buddhist scriptures.

3. What do you know from the text?

A．The Shaanxi History Museum has exhibits made of gold.

B．Xuan Zang died in the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.

C．The Xi'an City Wallis the oldest Chinese city wall.

D．The Muslim Quarter has a history of 100 years.

7 . The United Kingdom is a land of natural beauty and history, with many of its finest attractions discovered through hiking. Now, dust off your boots, plan according to the following routes presented by a survey of senior hikers and an incredible experience will wait for you.

Wales Coastal Path

Wales is the only country in the world that has an official walking path covering its whole borders. The Wales Coastal Path is a footpath stretching 870 miles from Chester to Chepstow. Walking the whole thing might be demanding, but there are plenty of stretches that can be enjoyed over a day or two.

Southwest Coast Path

You need a fair amount of annual leave, a casual 52 days or so, to undertake this in one go. The route runs from Somerset all the way to Dorset, via rugged cliffs, cute fishing villages and surfing spots along the coastline. You can surely jump on to any point as you like, but you can't afford to miss all the pubs full of jokes and laughter on the way!

Coast to Coast Walk

This long-distance trail isn’t official, but popular in the country, taking hikers from the Irish Sea to the North Sea as it rolls into historic Robin Hood’s Bay in Yorkshire. Following local footpaths, the route takes you through three UK National Parks: the Lakes, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors.

Cleveland Way

You’ll want nine days to folly complete this hike, which explores both the North York Moors and the county’s world-famous coastline. Just make sure you allow enough time to properly enjoy spots like Roseberry Topping hill and pick up a gentle afternoon walk at Whitby’s clifftop church.

1. Who will be more interested in the routes?

A．Explorers in the UK.	B．Hiking lovers.
C．Nature photographers.	D．Field researchers.

2. What is highly recommended about Southwest Coast Path?

A．Fishing villages.	B．Surfing spots.
C．Local pubs.	D．National parks.

3. What do the four routes have in common?

A．They include cliffs worth visiting.	B．They are official and demanding.
C．They run along the coast.	D．They can be completed in a month.

8 . Amazing Train Journeys

The Beijing to Lhasa Express, China

Departs daily; Distance—2,330 miles; Duration—40 hours

Linking the royal wonders of Beijing with the dreamlike palaces of Lhasa, the Z21 train travels from the modernity of urban China to a once-remote land. Running westward, the train climbs nearly 16,400 ft (5,000 m) on its journey to the roof of the world: the Tibetan Plateau.

London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper, UK

Departs daily; Distance—509 miles; Duration—13 hours 30 minutes

This overnight train journey is filled with the romance of rail travel. It’s just a pity that the whole experience—from dining-car chatting and light beer, to being carried into a la-la land by the rhythm of the rails and waking to bedside views of towering peaks—feels like it’s over in a flash. Though it may be short, the Caledonian is surely Britain’s best train ride.

Tazara Railway, Tanzania and Zambia

Departs twice a week; Distance—1,160 miles; Duration—46 hours

Few trains offer the chance of spotting big game from your seat, but the Tazara Railway does exactly that. For many, the highlight is neither the scenery nor the wildlife, though; it’s the chance to spend two days watching everyday life out of the window, and enjoying the crowds and chaos when the train pulls to a stop.

Perurail’s Lake Titicaca Railway, Peru

Departs twice a week; Distance—241 miles; Duration—10 hours

Traveling across the Altiplano, from the shores of Lake Titicaca to the beating heart of the Inca capital, the railway from Puno to Cuzco cuts a picturesque path through the snow-dusted peaks and fantastic valleys of the Andes. Passengers can enjoy the landscape from an open-air observatory car, as they travel through remote towns and villages.

1. What do the first two train journeys have in common?

A．They make weekly departure.	B．They are over a thousand miles.
C．They travel to highlands.	D．They are the longest train rides nationwide.

2. On which journey can passengers watch people’s daily life outside the train?

A．Tazara Railway.	B．The Beijing to Lhasa Express.
C．Perurail’s Lake Titicaca Railway.	D．London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper.

3. What can passengers do on Perurail’s Lake Titicaca Railway?

A．Travel around Lake Titicaca.	B．Admire the view in the open air.
C．Go through two countries on a journey.	D．Have a deep understanding of towns and villages.

9 . Throughout the world, museums allow people to explore new cultures and topics through their collections and exhibitions. Check out this comprehensive list of the best museums and galleries throughout the world with one-of-a-kind displays that educate and inspire.

Musée D'Orsay in Paris

The Musée D'Orsay, once a railway station, houses an internationally famous collection of Impressionist art and other Western pieces from 1848 and 1914. Started in 1986, the white limestone walls are now home to some of the most notable artworks in France, like sculptures by Auguste Rodin and paintings by Paul Gauguin.

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in Cape Town

With the help of design firm Heatherwick Studio, the once century-old grain silo (谷粮仓) in the heart of Cape Town transformed into a museum which hosts international events and exhibitions to provide an intercultural look into the world of African art. Works from revolutionary artists such as Kudzanai Chiurai of Zimbabwe and Wangechi Mutu of Kenya decorate the nine floors of the museum.

Bangkok National Museum

The first national museum in Thailand, whose structures can date back to 1782, when they served as the palace of Prince Wang Na. Nearly 100 years later, the grounds were transformed into a museum with three differently themed galleries: a Thai History Gallery, an Archaeological and Art History collection, and a Decorative Arts and Ethnological Collection.

The National Palace Museum in Taipei

The National Palace Museum included artwork from the Ming and Qing dynasties. The permanent collection features nearly 700,000 pieces of imperial artifacts and includes calligraphic works by Tang Yin.

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1. If you take interest in Chinese traditional culture, which museum may you visit?

A．Musée D'Orsay in Paris.	B．Bangkok National Museum.
C．The National Palace Museum in Taipei.	D．Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in Cape Town.

2. What do the first three museums have in common?

A．All used to have other uses.	B．All are more than 100 years old.
C．All are redesigned by architects.	D．All contain works by Western artists.

3. From which is the text probably taken?

A．A travel brochure.	B．A local newspaper.
C．A cultural website.	D．A business magazine.

10 . Island Getaways

Beautiful beaches, rich cultures and untouched pockets of wilderness are just a few attractive characteristics of the best island vacations. Each of the islands listed here has something extra that keeps travelers charmed.

Principe

West of Africa's mainland, small Principe offers blue seas, yellow beaches, jungle peaks, whale-watching with received plantations to visit and locals to meet. Pleasant eco-resorts help, too. Principe is amazingly safe and welcoming to visitors, particularly ecotourists, for whom the advancing jungle is a delight.

Bryher

The handsomest of the Isles of Scilly, 25 miles from Land's End, Bryher accompanies rose gardens with a windy wild coastal path. You can follow the coastal path visiting the charming beaches including Rushy Bay which is a must with fine white sand and clear waler. You can also take a hike up one of the hills to enjoy amazing views across Scilly and out to a Bishop Rock Lighthouse witnessing the past glory.

Astypalea

Butterfly-shaped Astypalea, an unspoilt Greek island, which banned cigarettes in 2019. Pretty yellow beaches as well as churches in the math town. Chora Chora, the island's capital, built on a hill with a breathtaking view of the Aegean Sen. On the top of the hill overlooking the village, sits Querini castle which used to protect the island during the Middle Ages, but now it is the main attraction of Astypalea.

Dominica

Commonly known as The Nature Island, Dominica sticks out up from the shiny waters of the Caribbean to serve as a fairy land for travelers seeking thrills in a place that lime has forgotten. The best-kept secrets of the Caribbean arc lush rainforests, towering mountains, rushing rivers and welcoming waterfalls with volcanic wonders adding unique beauty to Dominica.

1. Which is a perfect destination for those who are interested in ecotourism?

A．Bryher.

B．Principe.

C．Astypalea.

D．Dominica.

2. What do Bryher and Astypalea have in common?

A．They have historic buildings.	B．They're famous for rose gardens.
C．They look like a butterfly.	D．They're surrounded by white beaches.

3. What makes Dominica special?

A．Towering mountains.	B．Rushing rivers.
C．Welcoming waterfalls.	D．Volcanic wonders.