1 . Opened in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge was the first long­span bridge to carry motor traffic, and it quickly became the model for the great suspension bridges of the following century. Spanning New York's East River, it provided the first traffic artery （要道）between Manhattan Island and Brooklyn. Before that, the only transportation was by ferries, which were slow and could be dangerous in winter.
The construction of a bridge over the EastRiver had been discussed since the early 19th century, but the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861 deflected all consideration of the project. When the war ended in 1865, the bridge became an important issue once more. In 1867, the New York State passed an act setting up the New York Bridge Company for the purpose of constructing a bridge between Manhattan Island and Brooklyn.
John Augustus Roebling was chosen to design the bridge. Born in Germany in 1806, he held aggressive views as a student and was listed by the German police as a dangerous figure. He emigrated to America in 1830 to escape political discrimination.
Roebling proposed a bridge with a span of 1,500 feet (465 m), with two towers in the East River serving as the main piers. The bridge that was actually built is longer—1,597 feet (486 m), the longest suspension bridge at that time.
1. What was the purpose of building the Brooklyn Bridge?

A．To replace an old bridge.

B．To set up a model for bridge construction.

C．To build a long­span bridge for the Civil War.

D．To provide faster and safer transportation than boats.

2. Which of the following is closest in meaning to “deflected” in the second paragraph?

A．blocked	B．developed
C．deserved	D．indicated

3. Which of the following is TRUE about the Brooklyn Bridge?

A．It was built in 1865.

B．It is shorter than originally planned.

C．It was first proposed after the Civil War.

D．It was built by the New York Bridge Company.

4. According to the passage, which of the following correctly describes John Augustus Roebling?

A．He participated in the Civil War and was seriously wounded.

B．He was the first person to propose the construction of the bridge.

C．He was chosen to design the bridge because of his aggressive views.

D．He moved to America because he was discriminated against in his home country.

2 . Tayka Hotel de Sal
Where：Tahua, Bolivia
How much：about $95 a night
Why it's cool：You've stayed at hotels made of brick or wood, but salt? That's something few can claim. Tayka Hotel de Sal is made totally of salt—including the beds (though you'll sleep on regular mattresses and blankets). The hotel sits on the Salar de Uyuni, a prehistoric dried­up lake that's the world's biggest salt flat. Builders use the salt from the 4,633­square­mile flat to make the bricks, and glue them together with a paste of wet salt that hardens when it dries. When rain starts to dissolve the hotel, the owners just mix up more salt paste to strengthen the bricks.
Green Magic Nature Resort
Where: Vythiri, India
How much: about $240 a night
Why it's cool: Riding a pulley­operated(滑轮操控的) lift 86 feet to your treetop room is just the start of your adventure. As you look out of your open window—there is no glass—you watch monkeys and birds in the rain forest canopy.   Later you might test your fear of heights by crossing the handmade rope bridge to the main part of the hotel. You don't even have to come down for breakfast—the hotel will send it up on the pulley­drawn “elevator”．
Dog Bark Park Inn B&B
Where: Cottonwood, Idaho
How much: $92 a night
Why it's cool: This doghouse isn't just for the family pet. Sweet Willy is a 30­foot­tall dog with guest rooms in his belly. Climb the wooden stairs beside his hind leg to enter the door in his side. You can relax in the main bedroom, go up a few steps to the loft in Willy's head, or hang out inside his nose.
Gamirasu Cave Hotel
Where: Ayvali, Turkey
How much: between $130 and $475 a night
Why it's cool: Experience what it was like 5,000 years ago, when people lived in these mountain caves formed by volcanic ash. But your stay will be much more modern. Bathrooms and electricity provide what you expect from a modern hotel, and the white volcanic ash, called tufa, keeps the rooms cool, about 65℉in summer.
1. Which of the following about Tayka Hotel de Sal is TRUE?

A．The hotel is the cheapest among the four hotels.

B．Everything in the hotel is made of salt.

C．Rain has no effect on the hotel.

D．It is located on an old lake.

2. What is the similarity of the four hotels?

A．Being old.	B．Being unique.
C．Being natural.	D．Being beautiful.

3. It can be inferred that ________.

A．it is the same man who designed the four hotels

B．Green Magic Nature Resort is the dearest in India

C．the building of Dog Bark Park Inn B&B is like a dog

D．Gamirasu Cave Hotel is the oldest among the four ones

4. What's the writer's purpose in writing the passage?

A．To show his wide knowledge.

B．To develop business in tourism.

C．To attract attention from readers.

D．To introduce some interesting hotels.

3 . 阅读理解
阅读下列四篇短文，从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
Hearst Castle is a palatial(宫殿式) park on the central California coast and a National Historic Landmark. It was designed by architect Julia Morgan for William Randolph Hearst from 1919 until 1947. In 1957, the Hearst Corporation donated the fortune to the state of California. Since that time it has been maintained as a state historic park where the estate and its considerable collection of art and antiques are open for public tours. In spite of its location far from any urban center, the site attracts roughly one million visitors every year.
_______
There are several tours which highlight various parts of the castle and gardens.
l Tour One is recommended for first time visitor. It now includes the movie, Hearst Castle Building the Dream.
l Tour Two gives visitors a closer look at the main house's upper floors, Mr. Hearst's private suite, the libraries, and the kitchen.
l Tour Three looks at the Castle's North Wing, guest rooms and guest house Casa Del Monte.
l Tour Four features the impressive gardens and grounds, the largest guesthouse, the wine basement, and the Hidden Terrace.
l The evening tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as one of the Hearst's own visitors might have.
_______
Hearst Castle accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. Free day use parking is available for automobiles, motorcycles, tour buses and recreational vehicles.

TOURS	ADULT	Ages 6-17
Experience Tour	$ 24	$ 12
Tours 2, 3 or 4	$ 24	$12
Evening tour	$30	$15

Children under 6 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
_____________
While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Center upon arrival, tour reservations are strongly recommended and may be reserved online now or by calling 1-800-444-4445, see below for time.

Reservation Call Center Hours
Dates	Monday-Friday	Saturday-Sunday
March-September	8AM. to 6PM.	8AM. to 6PM.
October-February	9AM. to 5PM.	9AM. to 3PM.

Visit www. Hearst castle. org for more information.
1. Who does the Hearst Castle belong to at present?

A．William Randolph Hearst.

B．Julia Morgan.

C．The state of California.

D．The Hearst Corporation.

2. If a young couple take Tour One with their 5-year-old son, how much will they pay for the tickets?

A．$36.

B．$60.

C．$48.

D．$75.

3. h of the following is the available time to book tickets by phone?

A．At 8 AM on Monday in February.	B．At 9 AM on Sunday in March.
C．At 7 PM on Friday in September.	D．At 6 PM on Saturday in October.

4. t is the purpose of the passage?

A．To attract visitors to Hearst Castle.

B．To introduce Hearst Castle.

C．To introduce California's scenery.

D．To introduce Hearst Castle' scenery.

4 . This March is a busy month in Shanghai. There’s a lot to do. Here are the highlights.

Live Music—Late Night Jazz

Enjoy real American jazz from Herbie Davis, the famous trumpet player. He’s coming with his new 7-piece band, Herbie’s Heroes. Herbie is known to play well into the early hours, so don’t expect to get much sleep. This is Herbie’s third visit to Shanghai. The first two were sold out, so get your tickets quickly.

PLACE: The Jazz Club       DATES: 15—23 March

PRICE: ￥80,120       TIME: 10:00p. m. till late!

TEL: 6466-8736

Scottish dancing

Take your partners and get ready to dance till you drop. Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn. Instructors will demonstrate the dances. The live band, Gordon Stroppie and the Weefrees, are also excellent.

PLACE: Jack Stein’s       DATES: every Monday

PRICE: ￥60 including one drink       TIME: 7:00—10:00 p. m.

TEL: 6402-1877

Exhibitions—Shanghai Museum

There are 120,000 pieces on show here. You can see the w hole of Chinese history under one roof. It’s always interesting to visit, but doubly (加倍地) so at the moment with the Egyptian Tombs exhibition. There are lots of mummies and more gold than you’ve ever seen before. Let us know if you see a mummy move!

PLACE: Shanghai Museum       PRICE: ￥30 (￥15 for students)

TEL: 6888-6888       DATES: daily

TIME: Monday—Friday 9:00a.m.—5:00p.m. , Weekends 9:00a.m.—9:00p.m.

Dining—Sushi chef in town

Sushi (寿司) is getting really big in Shanghai. In Japan, it’s become an art form. The most famous Sushi “artist” is Yuki Kamura. She’s also one of the few female chefs in Japan. She’ll be at Sushi Scene all of this month.

PLACE: Sushi Scene in the Shanghai Hotel       DATES: all month

PRICE: ￥200       TIME: lunch time

TEL: 6690-3211

For a full listing of events, see our website.

1. Suppose you are going to attend an activity at 8: 00p. m. on Saturday, which one can you choose?

A．Live Music—Late Night Jazz.

B．Exhibitions—Shanghai Museum.

C．Scottish dancing.

D．Dining—Sushi chef in town.

2. Which of the following is true according to the advertisements?

A．Scottish dancing is so interesting and easy that it never tires you out.

B．The performance given by the American jazz band won’t last long.

C．Sushi is not popular in Shanghai as it is a kind of Japanese traditional food.

D．It is more interesting to visit Shanghai Museum for the exhibits from Egypt.

3. From the text we may learn that Kamura is         .

A．an instructor

B．a waitress

C．a cook

D．an artist

4. WHERE can we find the passage?

A．On a website.

B．In a newspaper.

C．In a book.

D．In a magazine.

5 . 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。
Saturday, March 24th
We have arrived in the hot, wet city of Bangkok. This is our first trip toThailand(泰国). All the different smells make us want to try the food. We aregoing to eat something special for dinner tonight. The hotel we are staying in is
cheap, and very clean. We plan to stay here for a few days, visit some places in
the city, and then travel to Chiang Mai in the North.
Tuesday, March 27th
Bangkok is wonderful and surprising! The places are interesting. We visited
the famous market which was on water, and saw a lot of fruits and vegetables.
Everything is so colorful, and we have taken hundreds of photos already! Later
today we will leave for Chiang Mai. We will take the train north, stay in
Chiang Mai for two days, and then catch a bus to Chiang Rai.
Friday, March 30th
Our trip to Chiang Rai was long and boring. We visited a small village in
the mountains. The village people here love the quiet life-no computers or
phones. They are the kindest people I have ever met. They always smile and say
"hello". Kathy and I can only speak a few words of Thai, so smiling is the best
way to show our kindness. I feel good here and hope to be able to come back
next year.
1. The diaries above show the writer's _____ days in Thailand.

A．3	B．7
C．15	D．30

2. It seems that visitors _____ in Bangkok.

A．often feel hungry

B．can always find cheap things

C．can’t take any photos

D．can enjoy themselves

3. Which of the following is TRUE?

A．Chiang Mai is a beautiful city in the south of Thailand.

B．The writer left Chiang Mai for Chiang Rai by bus.

C．Chiang Rai is a boring city in the mountains.

D．The writer is traveling alone in Thailand.

6 . Service Trips for High School Students
Are you a high school student who loves to be outdoors and is eager to experience new challenges, learn new skills and meet new people? WTA offers first-time participants country trips and returning students have the option to go on trips in the back country (边远地区).
Front Country Trips
Our front country trips provide opportunities for people to experience projects near the ocean, in the scenic Cascade Mountains and in northeast Washington. Our trips also provide you with experienced leaders, a great project, some camping tents, sleeping bags and all your meals for the week.
Advanced Back Country Trips
On these trips you will be backpacking to the work site and will have a chance to advance your trail and leadership skills under the supervision of a WTA leader.
Trip Details
In 2015, trip fees for WTA members will be $195 for the first trip and $145 for each additional trip. Non-members will pay an additional $40 for their first trip and can be qualified to be members in the second trip. Due to the popularity of our trips, please submit your payment and application within two weeks. If a trip is full and you would like to be added to the waiting list, please call us at 206/625-1367 or email trail-teams@wta.org.
Scholarships
We believe no student should have to stay at home this summer because he or she can’t afford to go outside. Thanks to donations from members and supporters, WTA is proud to announce that we are able to offer a limited number of scholarships. Application Deadline: March 1, 2015.
1. If you are going on Front Country Trips, you can’t go on trips __________.

A．near the ocean	B．in the back country
C．in the Cascade Mountains	D．in northeast Washington

2. How much will you have to pay for your first trip if you’re not a WTA member?

A．$145.

B．$185.

C．$195.

D．$235.

3. After choosing a trip, you __________.

A．will naturally become a WTA member.

B．can cancel your trip and get all your money back.

C．will be added to the waiting list.

D．must submit your payment and application within two weeks.

4. You may be lucky enough to obtain a scholarship if you __________.

A．apply before March 1, 2015.

B．donate a little money to WTA.

C．support WTA by advertising.

D．volunteer in your high school.

7 . World travel has moved on to a new level as new websites spring up to enable travelers to plan their trips online. Virtual tourism is the latest name of the game and although relatively new, has seen some tourism websites grow to host over one-million users.

Typically, this development features a website that contains the answers to almost any tourism question. Tips and information are not provided by a single source, such as the website host, butrather from travelers themselves-often in the thousands. This has proven to be exceptionally beneficial for would-be travelers who are seeking information on questions such as where to find the best museum or beach; whether it is better to tour Brussels with a bicycle or on foot; and which exchange rate bureaus are available in Italy. Questions about food and restaurants; tourist spots; safety; accommodation; and others are all answered. In addition, posted tips promote better preparation, such as what to pack when heading for Sicily.

Apart from the useful tips, visual images and virtual tours have also been made available. If you'd like to visit the Eiffel Tower, it's a good idea to view the surrounding areas; to pick a safer train route; or to know that it's very close to the Seine River and that a walk along it would enhance the experience.

Virtual tours havesprung upglobally. In South Africa, John Gore established the Virtual Tour Guide in November last year. On his blog, Gore was quoted a saying, "The world is panoramic(全景的). "We are able to turn our heads and look in all directions and get a feel for where we are, but the typical photograph cannot show or describe that experience completely. " However, there is an answer-technology makes it possible to share the world around us in a 360-degree panoramic way, which really makes the viewer feel as though he or she is really there.

1. Why is virtual tourism more and more popular?

A．Online games are more and more attractive

B．Many new websites appear and develop fast.

C．More and more people want to travel abroad.

D．It helps travelers save as much money as possible.

2. From the second paragraph we know_________ .

A．we can solve any problem on websites

B．websites offer all the tips and information

C．we can get all our questions answered online

D．we can get many tips about tourism on websites

3. What does the underlined word "sprung up" in the last paragraph most probably mean?

A．Appeared.

B．Moved.

C．Competed.

D．Reduced.

4. What makes us see the world in a panoramic way?

A．Information.

B．Photograph.

C．Technology.

D．Virtual images.

8 . When many of us take a vacation, more than anything, we seek to relax. We spend long, lazy days on a beach chair or in a hammock (吊床). But too often, we return home, very very tired.
It doesn’t have to be this way. Come home_____ after an active trip! And you won’t be too tired!
Active vacations are often the most relaxing ones of all. We don’t expect you to take up jogging or backpacking. Rather, we ask the sedentary (惯于久坐不动的) vacationers to spend two to four hours a day doing things, such as walking in city streets, going to a zoo or biking beside the ocean.
These kinds of activities aren’t just good for your physical health. They improve your mental health and even your spiritual health. And they make vacations memorable and worthwhile.
Here are some fresh ideas to make your vacations as pleasurable as they are active and healthy.
◆A walk at dawn or dusk can make you feel or look young again. Try to make this a daily thing that is done regularly.
◆Don’t allow yourself to spend all your time sitting in front of the water.
◆Many of us spend a large part of our vacations on the road, either getting to and from our destinations, or using the car for sightseeing. But no matter how beautiful the scenery is, great memorable vacations don’t happen in a car seat.
1. What is the purpose of the passage?

A．To introduce the relationship between vacations and health.

B．To show us how to make our vacations relaxing.

C．To tell us where we should go for our vacations.

D．To explain to us why vacations can sometimes be boring.

2. What does the underlined word "refreshed" in Paragraph 2 mean?

A．In low spirits.	B．Pleasant or cool.
C．Feeling less tired.	D．Feeling regretful.

3. In the last paragraph, the author seems to advise us .

A．to go on vacation by car

B．not to spend too much time on the road

C．to go camping to get close to the nature

D．to get out of the car for sightseeing

9 . Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne is a hotspot travel destination, and it’s easy to see its beautiful beaches and busy city life.

Why it’s a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there. As an English-speaking country, you won’t be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!

Thailand

Thailand is great for solo travelers — perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.

Why it’s a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hotspot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. Well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. A good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party- central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical (热带的) jungle.

Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of “Zen Moments”, such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.

Why it’s a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you’re not well traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.

Bali, Indonesia

Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendid visual culture has made Bali number one tourist attraction.

Why it’s so great: you won’t be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you’re sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu island, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat (静修). The Sacred Monkey Foresting Ubud is fantastic 一 if you like monkeys, anyway.

1. What do the four places have in common according to the text?

A．They’re cheap to travel around.	B．They’re great for solo travelers.
C．They offer good spas and yoga.	D．There’re no language barriers.

2. Where can you enjoy both convenient transport and beautiful beaches?

A．Melbourne, Australia.	B．Thailand.
C．Hong Kong, China.	D．Bali, Indonesia.

3. What has made Bali No.1 tourist attraction?

A．Yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches.

B．Friendly people and splendid visual culture.

C．Meeting some amazing characters along the way.

D．Fantastic monkeys in the Sacred Monkey Forest.

4. What type of writing is this text?

A．A travel journal.	B．A business report.
C．A travel guide.	D．A press advertisement.

10 . Events Long March exhibit

The Shanghai History Museum is putting on an exhibition to mark the 60th anniversary of the Long March. On show are more than 220 photos and 40 items that explain with pictures how the communist Red Army drew back from its besieged ( 被围困的) bases in Jiangxi Province and fought its way to northern Shanxi province in the mid-1930s. Explanations are all in Chinese. The show will end on November 20.

Time: 10:00 am—4:00 pm.

Address: 1286 Hongqiao Road

Admission: 8 yuan for Chinese/ 15 yuan for foreigners

Thai elephants

Eight elephants from Thailand are entertaining visitors at Changfeng Park by riding bikes, playing basketball, balancing on a beam, dancing and blowing a mouth-organ. People are encouraged to have a tug-of-war (拔河比赛) with the animals or lie on the ground and have the elephants walk over them. The elephants give three shows a day at 9:30 am, 3:30 pm and 8:00 pm and there is an additional show at 1:30 pm at weekends. The show will end on November 15.Address: 189 Daduhe Road

Admission: 30-40 yuan

Dancing dolphins

Dolphins jumping from the water to touch a ball, swaying their bodies to music, kissing people and solving math by tapping their tails have made the dolphinarium in Peace Park an attraction for children. Seals and sea lions also perform.

Hours: 10:30 am, 4:00 pm, and 7:30 pm

Admission: 20 yuan for adults and 10 yuan for children.

1. If you go to visit the Long March exhibit with an Australian, how much will you pay altogether for the admission?

A．16 yuan	B．20 yuan
C．30 yuan	D．23yuan

2. At the exhibition, you will see ________.

A．many articles written by famous writers

B．many things left by the Red Army

C．books on the Long March

D．many photos and pictures about the Long Match.

3. Which of the following is NOT done by the Thai elephants?

A．Doing math	B．Blowing a mouth-organ
C．Riding bicycles.	D．Having a tug-of-war with people.