| A．The hot weather. | B．The culture shock. | C．The long journey. |
2 . The Sanxingdui Museum in southwest China’s Sichuan Province enjoyed huge popularity during the threeday Qingming Festival holidays by receiving nearly 20, 000 visitors on the peak day, after the new archaeological discoveries brought international attention.
According to media reports, the museum saw over 15, 000 visitors on Saturday, the first day of the Qingming Festival, breaking its record for daily visitors. And on the next day, more visitors swarmed into the museum to exceed (超过) 19, 800. To cope with the large flow of people, on Sunday afternoon, the official Weibo account of the Sanxingdui Museum released the message to remind visitors of avoiding rush hours or rescheduling their visiting time.
The Sanxingdui Museum showcases various kinds of precious cultural relics unearthed at the site, such as the 2. 62metertall standing statue, 1. 38meterwide bronze mask, 3. 95meterhigh bronze tree. Earlier on March 20, Chinese archaeologists announced some new major discoveries made during the 37th excavation (挖掘) since its last excavation 35 years ago. The ruins were first discovered in the late 1920s and first excavated in 1934. More than 500 important cultural relics have been unearthed in the six newlyfound pits. Since the new discoveries were known to the public, the number of people visiting the Sanxingdui Museum has increased sharply.
The museum said although they are open as usual, the newlyfound pits have not opened to the public yet and the newlyexcavated cultural relics are still under restoration and cannot meet the public currently. But a hall for cultural relic conservation and restoration will be in pilot operation in April and officially open on May 18. Visitors to it can see how the relics are restored, according to Zhu Yarong, vice director of the Sanxingdui Museum.
Dating back about 3, 000 years, the Sanxingdui Ruins have shed light on the ancient Shu civilization and cultural origins of the Chinese nation, and have been regarded as one of the most important archaeological discoveries in the 20th century.
1. What mainly brought about a surge in tourists visiting the Sanxingdui Museum?| A．Tourists’ enthusiasm. |
| B．Sichuan Province’s policy. |
| C．Qingming Festival holidays. |
| D．New archaeological discoveries. |
| A．The official Weibo account linked the museum with the public. |
| B．Newlyexcavated cultural relics on display attracted tourists very much. |
| C．The Sanxingdui Museum reacted immediately to the large flow of tourists. |
| D．Tourist numbers reached the peak on the first day of the Qingming Festival. |
| A．Trial. | B．Private. | C．Official. | D．Personal. |
One of the most remote destinations on the planet, Antarctica is not an easy (or affordable) endeavor. Perhaps the difficulty is part of the attraction — the seventh continent remains on the top of many travelers’ wish lists. The striking white desert, with its dramatic, snowy peaks and vibrant turquoise waters, as well its exotic wildlife, including Emperor penguins and Weddell seals, is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
HawaiiHawaii is underrated. To be sure, it is a gorgeous place, with breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, and every beach seemingly prettier than the next, but its beauty goes much deeper than its preternatural appearance. Extraordinary beaches — some even boast black and green sand (Papakolea Beach and Punalu’u Beach, respectively)—have their expected appeal, but visitors who take time to venture out and away from the coast quickly discover Hawaii’s charms are everywhere.
CanadaSkiing, surfing, hiking and Northern-lights sighting. Eclectic cuisine, world-class shopping, a diverse and rich culture. This is Canada. The 13 provinces and territories that make up the world’s second-largest country by total area. It has something wonderful for every type of traveler. Nature lovers take so lace in mountains, glaciers, waterfalls and Atlantic or Pacific coastlines while sophisticated palates nosh at Michelin-starred restaurants and hole-in-the-wall mainstays alike.
SingaporeTravelers don’t want to spend any more time in an airport than they have to. But Singapore’s Changi is not an ordinary airport. While the rest of the world was staying at home, Singaporean locals were paying to hang out at Changi, whether it was co-working in one of the lounges or camping alongside the world’s tallest indoor waterfall at the Changi Jewel, which opened in 2019.
1. Which place would you like to choose if you are an animal lover?| A．Hawaii. | B．Canada. | C．Singapore. | D．Antarctica. |
| A．It is the second most beautiful place in the world. |
| B．It can almost satisfy all kinds of travelers. |
| C．It has some extraordinary beaches. |
| D．It attracts many locals. |
| A．They can appreciate the world’s tallest indoor waterfall. |
| B．They can experience Michelin-starred restaurants. |
| C．They can decorate the lounges together. |
| D．They can enjoy world-class shopping. |
4 . There are thousands of incredible trails that allow us to get up close to nature and here are 4 of the best hiking trails in the world.
Pennine Way, the United Kingdom
Stretching 268 miles from the Derbyshire Peak District to the Scottish Borders, the Pennine Way is the United Kingdom’s most famous long-distance path. The entire walk takes around three weeks, passing over wild east of Manchester and through the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, before crossing the ancient border of Hadrian’s Wall and moving on toward Scotland.
Camino de Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Rather than following a single path, the Camino, also known as the Way of St James, is actually a series of different pilgrimage (朝圣) routes. The most popular modern route follows a line across northern Spain from the French Pyrenees. While some choose to stay at monasteries (修道院) along the way, plenty of operators offer hotel stays and luggage transfers.
Appalachian Trail, the United States
Extending for 2,200 miles, the Appalachian Trail is billed as the longest hiking-only footpath in the world. It runs from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mount Katahdin in Maine, passing through some of the most remote places in the United States. Those keen on comfort can use companies like Go Shenandoah, which offers pre-booked accommodation and packed lunches.
The Basho Wayfarer, Japan
This self-guided trip follows a route taken by the poet Matsuo Basho over 300 years ago. The six-day hike starts in Sendai and works its way through the northern Toboku region, passing through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hiraizumi and along the ancient Dewa Kaido path, with its wonderful forests, before heading into the mountains of Natagiri-toge and finishing at the temple of Yamadera.
1. Which hiking trail will allow hikers to see the old wall?| A．Pennine Way. | B．Appalachian Trail. |
| C．The Basho Wayfarer. | D．Camino de Santiago de Compostela. |
| A．They have more than one popular route. |
| B．They have beautiful scenery along the way. |
| C．Hikers on the two trails can get the desired help. |
| D．Hikers on the two trails may get across two countries. |
| A．Stay at a monastery. | B．Visit famous ancient sites. |
| C．Find a guide to accompany him. | D．Pre-book accommodation and lunches. |
5 . Salt Lake City Tour
Salt Lake City, UT
Utah’s capital city is surrounded by the mountains of the American Southwest on the shores of the breathtaking Great Salt Lake. The city is rich in history and architecture besides wonderful scenery.
Duration (持续时间): About 50 Minutes
The Utah State Capitol
As a member of the National Register of Historic Places, the Utah State Capitol has been opening since 1916. Decorated with columns and a dramatic dome (圆屋顶), the style is the same as the famous national Capitol building in Washington.
Duration: About 45 Minutes
The Salt Lake Temple
This temple took 40 years to build, and was opened in 1893. It sits in 10-acre Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah, and it is a popular tourist destination even though the inside is off-limits.
Duration: About 30 Minutes
The Great Salt Lake
Located in the northern part of Utah, the Lake is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. Its level of salinity is actually even higher than the ocean.
Duration: About 1 Hour and 30 Minutes
Departure & Return
Departure: The free airport pickup is only available during 11 am-6 pm. Please wait for your tour guide at Terminal 2 Door 10. (the phone number for the pickup: 626-522-6791; suggested tips:$10)
Return: Please schedule flights to depart from Salt Lake City International Airport after 12 pm. If you want to return to Las Vegas from Salt Lake City on the last day, you shall pay $ 20 per person.
Price Includes: hotel accommodations for 3 nights
The airport pickup & drop-off: If arriving outside this period, you should take the free shuttle to the hotel on your own.
1. Which takes the most time to visit?| A．Salt Lake City, UT. |
| B．The Utah State Capitol. |
| C．The Salt Lake Temple. |
| D．The Great Salt Lake. |
| A．10 am. | B．11 am. |
| C．2 pm. | D．4 pm. |
| A．In 1840. | B．In 1853. |
| C．In 1916. | D．In 1933. |
6 . Museums become the next stop many students want to visit at their leisure.
Have you ever started your visit by waiting in line in front of the museum for a few hours just to get in? And that’s the sad reality when visiting many of those world-famous museums. Thus, be smart to browse the instructions for visiting and book in advance online.
What if you don’t like some museums? Then don’t visit them! I’m not a massive fan of parks, so I would hardly ever end up in any park while travelling.
There is nothing worse than impolite manners while visiting. We’ve all witnessed that guy being yelled at by the security for touching or taking flash photos.
All of these ground rules are often neglected by us. Bear them in mind before setting off, and you will enjoy your museum tour!
| A．It’s the same with the museums |
| B．But most of them do it all wrong |
| C．If you haven’t, don’t let it be you |
| D．That way you can have an easy access |
| E．The first step is to research how to enjoy everything |
| F．Sometimes you may sigh museum tiredness is a real thing |
| G．Generally, there is no right or wrong way to visit a museum |
7 . I’m a hiker — “born to hike”. It does my heart and soul good to take a pack and head out on a trail (小路), especially when I’m alone and can let my mind wander where it will.
Hiking keeps your brain sharper than many other forms of exercise. As a professional writer, although I am busy with my work, I often spare some time to hike.
Hiking can increase our creativity. I’m sure I’m not alone in finding that walks in nature let my mind wander freely in creative directions.
Hiking helps strengthen a positive relationship with the natural world. Besides being good for us, hiking may also help the world around us. After all, if we stick to walking and covering longer distances, we could use cars less and reduce our carbon footprint.
So, grab a water bottle, a backpack... and head out on the trail.You won’t be sorry you did.
| A．Hiking helps to keep you calm and happy |
| B．Beyond that, hiking benefits our planet indirectly |
| C．Following are the benefits you can get from hiking |
| D．In fact, I’ve written many of my songs while hiking on a trail |
| E．It’s easy for me to come up with creative ideas while sitting alone |
| F．It not just makes me feel good, but also helps me keep the brain in top shape |
| G．This all goes to show that hiking maybe one of the best ways to move your body |
8 . What do Tom Sawyer and jumping frogs have in common? Stories about both of them were created by one man: Mark Twain. Twain was four years old when his family moved to Hannibal, Missouri, located on the west bank of the Mississippi. Twain grew up there and was fascinated with life along the river—the steamboats, the giant lumber（木头）rafts, and the people who worked on them.
The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County is one of Twain's best loved short stories, and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is one of his most famous novels. Both these works are celebrated by events held during National Tom Sawyer Days, which originated in the late 1950s and became national in the 1960s. Children enter their frogs in the jumping contest during National Tom Sawyer Days. There's also a fence painting contest to see who can paint the fastest. The idea for this contest comes from a scene in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, in which Tom has been told to paint the fence in front of the house he lives in. It's a beautiful day, and he would rather be doing anything else. As his friends walk by, he makes them believe that it's fun to paint, and they join in the “fun”. By the end of the day, the fence has three coats of paint!
Although the story of Tom Sawyer is fiction, it's based on facts. If you go to Hannibal, you'll see the white fence, which still stands at Twain's boyhood home.
1. Which of the following statements about Mark Twain is TRUE?| A．He was born in Hannibal. |
| B．He enjoyed his life in Hannibal. |
| C．He spent most of his childhood on the Mississippi. |
| D．He often went rafting（坐船漂流）on the Mississippi with his parents. |
| A．about forty years ago |
| B．in memory of a great writer |
| C．shortly after Twain's death |
| D．to improve kids' interest in reading |
| A．Bob, painting the longest. |
| B．Julia, painting most carefully. |
| C．Jim, painting in the newest way. |
| D．John, painting in the shortest time. |
| A．the story of Tom Sawyer is based partly on Twain's experiences |
| B．the story of Tom Sawyer is based totally on Twain's imagination |
| C．Twain's old house is painted by the fence painting competitors |
| D．Twain's old house is visited by people from all over the country |
