1 . Visit the New York Botanical Garden

The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) is an advocate for the plant world. We welcome all to learn about the importance of plants and plant science, and the joy of gardening.

UPCOMING EVENTS

HOLIDAY TRAIN SHOW
November 19 this year - January 16 next year
       The NYBG’s Holiday Train Show - a favorite holiday tradition - has been making memories for over 30 years! See model trains pass through a wonderful display of more than 190 replicas(复制品) of New York landmarks, each re-created from natural materials.
T.H. EVERETT: ALIFE IN PLANTS
January 17 next year - January 22 next year
       Through T.H. Everett’s extensive archive (档案) held by the LuEsther T. Mertz Library, we explore this influential man’s extraordinary career, from his modest beginnings in England and early training at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, to his path to the New York Botanical Garden.
ADMISSION
       All visitors, including members, need tickets for entry to the Garden. Purchase at the Garden or reserve your tickets in advance online and display them on your mobile device for quicker entry.

Pricing	Public	Member
Adult	$15	Free
Senior (65+)	$7	Free
Student (with ID)	$7	Free
Child (2-12)	$4	Free
Child under 2	Free	Free

OPENING TIMES
January: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00p.m.
February - March: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00p.m.
April - September: 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.
October: 10:00a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
November - December: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00p.m.
1. What can visitors to the NYBG do on January 17 next year?

A．Create replicas of New York landmarks.

B．Learn about T.H. Everett’s career life.

C．Take a sightseeing train to tour around the NYBG.

D．Watch a show held by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

2. What is the admission fee for an adult member with a 3-year-old non-member?

A．$4.

B．Free.

C．$15.

D．$19.

3. When is the NYBG open to visit?

A．January 10 at 5:00 p.m.	B．October 12 at 6:00 p.m.
C．March 4 at 4:00 p.m.	D．November 5 at 9:00 a.m.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What are the speakers talking about?

A．The hotel in the city center.

B．The woman’s trip to Kingston.

C．The woman’s plan for a summer event.

2. What does the woman think of her stay in the hotel?

A．Unsatisfying.

B．Comfortable.

C．Wonderful.

5 . It was last year in November that my family and I took our first camping trip. My whole family _______, which was the most important part of the trip for me. My siblings(兄弟姐妹) are grown-ups with different _______, which makes it difficult for us to _______ an activity like this.

We had just set up the tent when it suddenly started raining. _______, we had positioned the tent on a high flat surface where _______ could not come into our tent. Even with the rain, I had never been happier.

While we were all _______ the sound of the rain, my mom cooked a warm meal for the family. Over the dinner, my father told us _______ stories about his childhood, which made us burst into laughter. At night, it was a bit cold. My sisters and I grabbed a _______ and chatted about our daily life. Soon, a hot meal and a good _______ warmed us up.

I realized how ________ it was camping under the sound of the rain. I came to understand why my parents were so ________ about camping.

The next day, we ________ our belongings and headed home. I’m very ________ for this camping trip. Not only did I experience the beauty of the forest, but I also learned that even if the ________ is not the best for camping, we can get used to Mother Nature as a family to make unforgettable ________.

1.

A．cheered up

B．ran away

C．got together

D．turn in

2.

A．lives

B．principles

C．problems

D．abilities

3.

A．report

B．postpone

C．plan

D．recognize

4.

A．Strangely

B．Similarly

C．Obviously

D．Fortunately

5.

A．wind

B．water

C．animals

D．hikers

6.

A．expecting

B．describing

C．enjoying

D．imagining

7.

A．touching

B．awful

C．shocking

D．funny

8.

A．blanket

B．basket

C．phone

D．tent

9.

A．track

B．game

C．conversation

D．dream

10.

A．informal

B．unique

C．expensive

D．popular

11.

A．particular

B．disappointed

C．bitter

D．enthusiastic

12.

A．packed up

B．picked out

C．left behind

D．set aside

13.

A．eager

B．thankful

C．sorry

D．suitable

14.

A．schedule

B．season

C．facility

D．weather

15.

A．summaries

B．memories

C．lessons

D．reactions

7 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入合适的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

“Traveling to China seems like traveling to another world. Its many famous scenic attractions impressed me    1    (great),” an American said. The following is    2    he wrote on his website.

My friends and I had a family visit in Xi’an,     3    old city with a long history in China. The hosts were retired or stayed at home without a job, and they were friendly to    4    (visitor) from different countries coming their homes.

We    5     (taste) the true home-cooked dishes in the home of the family that we visited. For in-homing dinner, the host would prepare a list of menus in advance (提前) .Our tour guide asked     6     (we) for advice about the food, so the host would try to cook what we wanted to eat at his home, We just enjoyed the locally cooked dishes. It was quite a different and exciting experience.

Many foreigners enjoy    7    (learn) how to make Chinese dumplings. We    8     (offer) a general cooking class in the local family. The host taught us to make dumplings step by step with lots of    9    (patient). And we didn’t need to pay any money    10    this. Travel China Guide offers this kind of service free of charge.

The family visit in X in was a good chance for us to get to know Chinese people’s daily life.

8 . Are you thinking about traveling alone? You must have a million questions: Where should you go? Will there be someone to talk to?     1     And is it all right to travel alone? In fact, traveling alone is not as scary (吓人的) as it seems. Here are some good tips.

Choose a place where you feel comfortable and safe

Truth be told, traveling alone for the first time is more about the experience than the destination.     2     It could be somewhere close to home or somewhere you’ve already been with friends.

Make a plan

Always make a plan. That way you’ll avoid worrying too much over where you’re staying, what to see and how you’re getting from A to B.

    3    

This can make you less nervous when you’re traveling alone for the first time. Besides, when you book your hotel, ask if they will send a driver to pick you up.

Talk to people

If you’re going to a touristy place like Thailand, there are lots of other people who are traveling alone.     4     They might also ask you to join them for dinner or a beer. That happens a lot.

Let someone know where you are

Your family and friends love you and probably worry about you every day, so text them and let them know what you’re up to throughout your trip.     5     And in case something did happen, they’ll know where you are.

A．Book hotels ahead of time.

B．Don’t draw attention to yourself.

C．That will make you and them feel safer.

D．The first thing you need to do is believe in yourself.

E．So make sure to choose a place that you feel comfortable with.

F．Most likely, they’ll be easy to talk to and they’ll want to communicate.

G．How do you stay safe?

9 . While most parks tend to draw families in the summer and fall, there are also ideal spots for adventurous winter trips.

Yellowstone National Park Wyoming.

The country’s oldest and best-known national park takes on an almost otherworldly atmosphere in winter: the air filled with rolling steam, the strong colors of hot springs, the surrounding white landscapes, let alone the impressive wildlife during this time, like bison, wolves. and playful red foxes. Just book a guided hiking tour to get a ranger’s perspective on the park and local people.

Joshua Tree National Park California.

With its giant red rocks and unique trees, you’ll feel like stepping onto a foreign planet as you spend hours hiking the Panoram a Loop or Maze Loop. The park is recognized as an International Dark Sky Park, featuring virtually zero light pollution and the country’s best views of a starry sky.

Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

A significantly lower number of visitors in winter means you can take in unblocked views of the South Rim, and get to see the rare beauty of the Grand Canyon dusted with snow. For those adventurous and daring, it is recommended to hike the Bright Angel Trail and take the chance to see the canyon’s wintertime wildlife, including mule deer, elk, and bald eagles.

Virgin Islands National Park, St. John

Surprise! Not all wintertime national park trips need to involve snow. Virgin Islands National Park is most famous for its white-sand beaches. You can also hike inland to visit old sugar plantations, or venture out to the water to swim along with sea turtles and manta rays. You will definitely enjoy a different winter here.

1. Which park will one choose if he or she is interested in stars?

A．Yellowstone Nation Park.	B．Joshua Tree National Park.
C．Grand Canyon National Park.	D．Virgin Islands National Park

2. What can we know from the passage?

A．The Bright Angel Trail is challenging in cold weather.

B．The four parks are all well-known for the sports on snow.

C．There is a slight drop in visitor numbers in winter in these parks.

D．Virgin Islands National Park lies in an area with rolling steam and hot springs.

3. What’s the best title for the passage?

A．The Ideal Spots for Adventures	B．The Rules to Follow in the Wild
C．The Big Attractions for Families	D．The Best National Parks in Winter