1 . As a boy, I was a little ashamed of my hometown. Visitors almost always made unfriendly: remarks about the distinct smell as they approached the town. However, since I am now working in the tourism industry, I have realized the significance of that smell to the town and even to the world. This is where the Canadian oil industry originated, growing from oil springs to a local miracle in Petrolia.
The “black gold” those first pioneer drillers pumped (用泵输送) out of the ground in the 1860s was the foundation on which our little town was built. In the 1880s, with a population of 5, 000, Petrolia was one of the richest towns in Canada, all because of the foul-smelling substance extracted (提取) from the ground.
Many amazing stories about these great people have been written. Those adventurous individuals brought their hard-earned industry skills to the far corners of the globe, and assisted in the development of major oil fields around the world. Past richness can be seen through out the town There is a story hidden behind each street.
A few historical industrial buildings also remain complete, as they’ve been preserved for a century. Fairbank Heavy Hardware and the Oil Well Supply Company continue to provide the tools and materials required to serve many oil wells in the area that are still pumping and producing the: precious goods. These are just a few of the amazing structures built in a time of wealth and glory.
The present atmosphere of the town is inviting and enthusiastic. Walking tours, a variety of restaurants, unique stores and professional summer theatres and special events throughout the year make it a popular destination for many people.
No longer ashamed, I now smile with pride when I think of my hometown. As our new slogan states, “You’ll Be Surprised!”
1. What does the author probably do?| A．A teacher. | B．A guide. | C．An engineer | D．A policeman. |
| A．There are oil fields in it. | B．There is a famous spring in it. |
| C．Its smell attracts visitors. | D．It is hated by many people. |
| A．To prove the two companies’ richness. |
| B．To show the contribution of the oilmen. |
| C．To tell us the adventurous stories of the drillers. |
| D．To introduce the historical evolution of the town. |
| A．His love for work. | B．Local people’s help. |
| C．The town’s development. | D．The world’s change. |
1. 比较两种旅行方式的利弊；
2. 介绍你喜欢的旅行方式，并说明原因。
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Traveling alone or in a group
Before taking a vacation, we should consider whether to travel alone or go in a tour group.
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As everyone knows, it is Jingdezhen in Jiangxi province where the local porcelain (瓷器) is highly desirable that is the center of world porcelain. Last year, my school held a two-day research activity,
On our way to Jingdezhen, our guide introduced
The guide told us the great achievements in ceramics from ancient times until today. I listened carefully to everything.
5 . In the summer of 1965, Tété-Michel Kpomassie became the first African to explore Greenland. He was 24 on the day that he stepped onto the port at Qagortoq, on Greenland’s southern coast. But his arctic journey had actually begun some seven years earlier.
Kpomassie’s amazing life story starts with a bit of chance and a book. He was a teenager when he bought a book about Greenland in Togo. Immediately, the topic attracted him, and he knew that he must go there.
He traveled along the west coast of Africa, eventually crossing into Europe. There, he stayed for some time before leaving for Greenland. “I took my time to step out,” he recalled. “When I arrived, everyone stopped talking; all were staring. They didn’t know if I was a real person or wearing a mask. Children hid behind their mothers. Some cried, believing I was a spirit from the mountains.”
Kpomassie found his true home in Greenland’s northern reaches, where the Inuit culture that he’d read in a book as a boy was very much alive. Over the next 18 months, Greenland’s first African learned to ski, ice fish and hunt, and adapted himself quickly to the new environment.
He returned to Togo in late 1966 and adapted the journal he’d kept into a book. Kpomassie then went on to give lectures about his experience in halls and classrooms throughout Africa and Europe. And he settled down in Paris and raised a family, returning to Greenland on three occasions in that time. His book An Africa in Greenland was first published in France and has since been translated into eight languages.
“All the while I knew where I ultimately needed to end up,” he said. Now approaching 81 years old, Kpomassie is packing up his apartment and heading back to northern Greenland, where he intends to live out his final years.
1. When did Kpomassie begin his first journey to Greenland?| A．In the 1940s. | B．In the 1950s. |
| C．In the 1960s. | D．In the 1970s. |
| A．They were unfriendly to strangers. |
| B．They didn’t meet a black man before. |
| C．They taught Kpomassie eight languages. |
| D．They were unwilling to let Kpomassie go. |
| A．Strong and determined. |
| B．Brave and hardworking. |
| C．Kind and ambitious. |
| D．Adventurous and adaptable. |
| A．The unusual experience of an adventurer. |
| B．The opportunities of returning to Greenland. |
| C．The great effect Kpomassie has on literature. |
| D．The meaning of starting an amazing adventure. |
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Last Sunday I participated in the exciting outdoor activity with my friends. We go hiking in the mountains nearby, and it was a pleasant experience. We got up early than usual to pack our backpacks with water, food and other necessary thing. When we got there, we started with our hike. The path was challenging, but the scenery was amazed. As we hiked, we chatted, laughed, and encouraging each other. We also had breaks and took photos. When they finally completed the hike, we were tired out but happy. I was extreme delighted to spend time with my friends in nature and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. It was an unforgettable walk indeed, I can’t wait to have another chance to hike with them.
7 . The Dead Sea might be the most famous salty body in the world, but it’s by no means the only one. Here, we uncover some other salt lakes around the world.
Salt SeaThe most famous of the lot—the Salt Sea—is a natural place to start. It’s technically not a sea at all, but a land salt lake. Its waters are mainly drawn from the Jordan River, and the high salinity (盐度) means no life can survive here, so don’t expect any colorful fish. However, much amusement results from the sea’s buoyancy (浮力): bring some reading material to the waters and lie back. Nature will do the rest.
Lake AssalSurrounded by black volcano rocks, Lake Assal takes the title of being the lowest point in Africa. Vast salt fields mark its edges; the lake has long been at the center of the area’s salt trade, on which the region’s African locals still rely. Though the area might not be suitable to live in, the waters are rich in minerals and related to health benefits.
Don Juan PondDon Juan Pond might not win any prizes for its beauty—at four inches deep, it’s little more than a pond, but worth visiting. Its salinity content of almost 40 percent makes it one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth, meaning it doesn’t freeze even when Antarctic temperatures drop to -50℃. And with suggestions that water in a similar form could exist on Mars, there’s more than one reason for scientists to study this fascinating dry, cold environment.
Great Salt LakeThe biggest salt lake in the western hemisphere (半球) and the one that gave Salt Lake City its name, the Great Salt Lake finds its home in northern Utah. What makes the lake well-known is not only the lake’s blue and green waters and white-sand beaches, but Great Salt Lake State Park and Antelope Island State Park both offer super hiking and biking trails, and great long views.
1. What can you do in the Salt Sea?| A．Appreciate some colorful fishes. | B．Experience floating on the water. |
| C．Enjoy fascinating natural views. | D．Witness the eruption of volcanoes. |
| A．It’s known for being the world’s lowest point. |
| B．It plays a significant role in local economy. |
| C．It’s one of the saltiest water bodies on Earth. |
| D．It attracts scientists to study its environment. |
| A．Salt Sea. | B．Lake Assal. |
| C．Don Juan Pond. | D．Great Salt Lake. |
8 . Passion, like life, is about the journey, not the destination. Kimberly and I have been planning a trip to Europe for a year. This was a/an
The most
Once we got onto the ship we
The week-long ship ride was full of
While we loved the more predictable parts of the trip, our real passion was in the
Sometimes people are so
| A．business | B．goal | C．secret | D．chance |
| A．disappointing | B．helpless | C．exciting | D．calming |
| A．taxi | B．ship | C．train | D．plane |
| A．rush | B．hang | C．look | D．walk |
| A．get | B．make | C．reach | D．enter |
| A．Luckily | B．Clearly | C．Eventually | D．Hopefully |
| A．admitted | B．heard | C．understood | D．realized |
| A．clean | B．small | C．modern | D．well-equipped |
| A．set | B．put | C．carried | D．turned |
| A．risks | B．fun | C．conflicts | D．adventures |
| A．run | B．pass | C．slow down | D．pull off |
| A．headed | B．came | C．moved | D．drew |
| A．peaceful | B．unsettled | C．dangerous | D．unexpected |
| A．empty | B．large | C．overcrowded | D．expensive |
| A．rain | B．delay | C．accident | D．winds |
| A．confident | B．comfortable | C．uneasy | D．busy |
| A．So | B．Because | C．Yet | D．Moreover |
| A．interesting | B．scary | C．boring | D．enjoyable |
| A．open | B．alert | C．blind | D．close |
| A．hope | B．passion | C．opportunities | D．changes |
9 . Biking
Roll to new destinations with Nature Bound biking trips! We offer both road bike and mountain bike trips. On a typical beginner road biking trip, we will cover no more than 15 paved miles. On a mountain biking trip, we will cover no more than 5 trail miles.
Hiking & Backpacking
A typical beginner hiking trip includes a hike in and out of the woods lasting between 5-8 miles. A typical backpacking trip involves hiking about 5-10 miles into the woods while carrying all camping gear in backpacks, spending the night camping, and hiking 5-10 miles out of the woods the next day.
Rock Climbing
We offer two types of climbing — bouldering and top roping. Bouldering consists of free climbing shorter heights or boulders without the use of a rope. Top Rope Climbing involves climbing taller rock structures while connected to a rope that is attached to the ground.
• Please pre-register so that we know to expect you. Registration for trips is located in room 1050 of the Student Recreation and Activities Center.
• Pre-trip meetings are essential for all participants. Trip Leaders plan all aspects of the trip. They should make sure that participants know and understand the dangers associated with a specific trip at the end of the meetings. If a participant doesn’t attend a pre-trip meeting and doesn’t contact the Trip Leader prior to the pre-trip meetings, he will not be allowed to attend the trip.
1. Which is an overnight trip?| A．Biking. | B．Hiking. | C．Backpacking. | D．Rock Climbing. |
| A．To know about the trip leader. |
| B．To meet with other participants. |
| C．To register in person for the trip. |
| D．To be aware of possible risks. |
| A．Career development. | B．Outdoor adventures. |
| C．Housing and residence. | D．Academics and admission. |
10 . Booking a vacation has never been more convenient. As your one-stop vacation planner, VME has everything you need to book an unforgettable getaway. If you aren’t sure where to go, check out our most popular destinations:
·Nashville
Nashville is the capital of the state as well as the capital of country music. Nicknamed “Music City”, Nashville is where many of the most legendary performers got their start.
Things to do
There are many amazing activities to enjoy in Nashville. For country music lovers, there truly is nothing better than watching a show at the legendary Grand Ole Opry.
·Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg
Home to the Great Smoky Mountains, the Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg area of Tennessee is a must-see. This beautiful region is filled with natural wonders and amazing shows.
Things to do
The Smokies are known for the entertainment offered within its shadow! Be sure to head out to beloved dinner shows in Pigeon Forge such as Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Show, Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show, and the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster.
·San Antonio
Home to rich Texan and American history, San Antonio is a great place to visit for a combination of history and modern attractions.
Things to do
Whether you want to get in some thrills at SeaWorld or see the shops, restaurants and entertainment of the Riverwalk on the Go Rio San Antonio Riverwalk Cruise, your trip to San Antonio will be a blast.
1. Who would most probably want to take a trip to Nashville?| A．Those who like hiking. | B．Those who are into country music. |
| C．Those who love Texan history. | D．Those who like oceans and beaches. |
| A．Nashville. | B．Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg. |
| C．San Antonio. | D．Myrtle Beach. |
| A．In a book review. | B．In a travel journal. |
| C．In a social magazine. | D．In a travel agency website. |
