1 . Coming into the town of Santa Catarina Palopó, in the highlands of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala, the first thing you notice is the bright colors. Most of the buildings along the main street are eye-catching, deep blues and greens, dotted with red and yellow to form diverse patterns and designs.
Santa Catarina Palopó was once a sleepy town of 5, 000 people, most of them dependent on agricultural work. But as agriculture began to dry up here, poverty came. To deal with poverty and promote econ on growth through tourism, a small but creative group of laborers, artisans, domestic workers and stay-at-home moms created the Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó project.
The project aimed to paint all 850 homes and buildings in bright colors to change the hillside town into a work of art. “We wanted to paint the houses with colors and figures that represent the community” says the project’s executive director Stephany Blanco. “Families can choose designs for their house that are representative of the family.”
One of the most representative characteristics of the region is the blue huipil, a traditional blouse which has been worn commonly by local women since the 16th century. That deep sky blue was chosen the primary color-for the Pintando project, with secondary colors found in the sunsets and the nearby lake to make the design more attractive. Inspiration was also found in local culture, symbols such as volcanoes, flowers, and the national bird of Guatemala.
Each week, local artists, community members and tourists pick up paintbrushes to make buildings colorful. “At first, the idea of the project was uncertain, but now you can see a considerable difference in the town,” Melissa Whitbeck said. “The color of the buildings is believed to improve the quality-of life of the people. It uplifts the people’s mood and encourages them to be proud of their hometown.”
1. Why was the Pintando Santa Catarina project started?A.Because of a workforce shortage. | B.Due to the poor economic conditions. |
C.Thanks to the increase in population. | D.For the old-fashioned farming ways. |
A.Building family art galleries in Guatemala. | B.Creating job opportunities for local artists. |
C.Developing local tourism by selling artworks. | D.Changing the town into a cultural destination. |
A.The surrounding volcanoes. | B.Mayan-styled butterflies. |
C.A type of traditional clothing. | D.The national bird of Guatemala. |
A.Positive. | B.Reserved. | C.Concerned. | D.Negative. |
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The International Ice and Snow Festival kicked off in January in Harbin, capital city of China’s northernmost Heilongjiang Province. Harbin came as the hottest
Harbin Ice and Snow World,
The theme park,
“This year’s scale of ice-and-snow sculptures in the park is the
Sun said the number of ice slides in the park
“My wife and I had thought about going to somewhere warm for a winter trip, but we were attracted by short videos that went viral online about ice-and-snow fun in Harbin. That is
1. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.A boat trip. | B.A concert. | C.A travel plan. |
A.On August 6th. | B.On August 12th. | C.On August 18th. |
1. What does the woman ask about her trip?
A.Accommodation. | B.Transportation. | C.Entertainment. |
A.Disneyland. | B.The Balboa Park. | C.The San Diego Zoo. |
1. How long did it take from New York to Miami by air?
A.About 2 hours. | B.About 3 hours. | C.About 5 hours. |
A.It was cheaper. | B.It was nearer. | C.It was warmer. |
A.In the hotel room. | B.In the dining hall. | C.Outdoors by the pool. |
A.In the morning. | B.In the afternoon. | C.In the evening. |
1. Where is the new museum situated?
A.On Liberty Island. | B.On Ellis Island. | C.In the City of New York. |
A.In 1954. | B.In 1892. | C.In 1886. |
A.About 900,000. | B.About 500,000. | C.About 400,000. |
A.The statue of the creator of Lady Liberty. |
B.The inside structure of Lady Liberty. |
C.The constructing process of Lady Liberty. |
8 . International Travel
International travel can be a fantastic way to see the world. However, even if you want your journeys to be as exciting as possible, you don’t expect any unhappy things to happen.
Health is the most important thing when you are planning to travel abroad. When you’re going to travel abroad, you may need to get special vaccines (疫苗) to protect you from diseases. If you’re going to any outoftheway areas, remember to bring the commonly used medicines with you.
Learn some local language. It’s important to learn something basic (基本的) like “Hello” “Thank you”, and “Where is the bathroom?”.
Copy your travel documents (文件). All your travel documents should be copied. We live in a digital (数字的) world now.
A.Good travel is the result of good planning. |
B.Basic rules and laws differ in many countries. |
C.It’s easy to get digital copies of these documents. |
D.Consider buying travel insurance before you travel. |
E.There are things you should know about international travel. |
F.If you can’t remember them, bring a small dictionary with you. |
G.If you take some medicine every day, make sure you pack enough. |
9 . When it comes to traveling with kids, whether it’s a short weekend getaway—a road trip or a luxurious camping adventure, the challenges increase.
Travel at your family’s pace(节奏)
Involve kids in the planning process
It’s a great idea to engage your children in the vacation planning process.
Traveling to new places can be a fantastic educational experience for both parents and kids. The educational travel has gained popularity, with hotels and tour companies offering experiences that teach something new. Encourage your children to explore their interests and choose activities and trips that satisfy their curiosity.
Plan with a travel company
Planning a trip with kids can be quite challenging. While some parents enjoy organizing every detail, others find it stressful. Using a travel company can ease the burden of coordination (协调), allowing you to focus on other pre-trip tasks.
A.The following are some practical tips |
B.Use travel as an educational opportunity |
C.Research experiences of fellow travelers |
D.It provides peace of mind during your journey |
E.You don’t necessarily have to hand them a globe |
F.Family travel might be different from traveling alone |
G.It’s a convenient option for families with busy schedules |
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