2 . When it comes to choosing the best travel gifts, there are many options. No matter the occasion, or the traveler, we’ve rounded up some travel gifts from brands we love, so you can find something for you or your friends.

Ralph Lauren travel set

This Ralph Lauren travel set is a travel accessory (配件) you’ll use again and again. It comes with a small pillow, a soft eye mask and a large shawl that can be used as a blanket-all made from cashmere(羊绒).

$471 At Farfetch

$395 At Ralph Lauren

Canada Goose Trillium Parka

For winter travel, a thick, packable coat is a necessity. The Canada Goose Trillium parka is built for extreme cold but is by no means baggy, and actually has a slimming effect. It has a chin guard to protect the neck from cold air, inside pockets, and a removable jacket, giving your friends some style options.

$1, 650 At Canada Goose

Bellroy Tech Kit

Every organized traveler needs a good tech kit. We like Bellroy’s because it has many pockets that will fit any size wire and offer a safe place to store AirPods, portable chargers, and work-from-anywhere accessories like a mouse or Wi-Fi extender.

$59 At Amazon

$69 At Bellroy

Té Company Tea set

The Té Company Tea set is a perfect starter packet for those looking to expand their tea taste. It has seven different flavours and includes detailed instructions on the tea-making process to guide your friends toward the perfect cup.

$55 At Food52

$65 At eBay

1. What do the first two travel gifts have in common?

A．They are easy to remove.	B．They are made from cashmere.
C．They can keep people warm.	D．They help people look slimmer.

2. How much do you pay at least for a gift to keep electronics in order?

A．$55.

B．$59.

C．$65.

D．$69.

3. Who is the text intended for?

A．Travelers.

B．Tea lovers.

C．Salesmen.

D．Fashion designers.

3 . 阅读下面短文, 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

For centuries, sunmao structures have been providing strong and lasting support for Chinese wooden architecture, large components of     1     are often pieced together using these smart structures. The sun and the mao, when     2     (join) together, support and contain the neighbouring parts. This enhances stability and adds     3     (flexible) to the architecture. Craftsmen can make and process the components in advance and assemble (组装) them quickly on site, which is     4     (incredible) simple and efficient.

In the Hemudu site,     5     (date) back around 7,000 years, hundreds of wooden components with sunmao structures have been unearthed from the remains of houses. They are the earliest known application of sunmao structures in China in wooden-frame buildings. Since the Shang and Zhou Dynasties,     6     (generation) of carpenters have produced over a hundred types of sunmao structures and a whole set of systematic methods     7     (invent), from selecting locations and choosing materials     8     structures, measurements, manufacture and assembly.

For the craftsmen who have preserved and guarded this heritage, and for the people who have lived in and among the spaces defined by it across China, sunmao structures have always been an important part of Chinese architecture. Their styles may differ,     9     they all share the same root. Chinese people’s love of nature and pursuit of     10     (harmony) coexistence also run deep within.

4 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

Building a successful garden in the Suzhou classical style took around 300 years. Garden-building, then, was traditionally a project taken on by a family, passing along from one generation     1     the next.

At the heart of Chinese classical gardens     2     (lie) a combination of Daoist and Buddhist philosophy. Gardens provide a place to escape from the demands of a    3     (political) engaged life. In order to facilitate     4     sense of calm and quiet, classical gardens aim at simplicity. All of the elements within the grounds — the rock formation, plants, pavilions (亭子), and waterways —     5     (construct) according to this concept.

Suzhou today is home to gardens representative of the key periods of development of classical gardening styles, the Yuan, Song, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Suzhou     6     (arise) as a famous center for gardening during the Song Dynasty. Song gardens aimed at the harmony in the layout of pavilions, trees and waterways, and placed special     7     (emphasize) on the mixture of color and size. Yuan gardens, built upon the Song tradition, sought     8     (make) more of an expressionist picture of the grounds. The development of classical gardens didn’t reach its peak     9     Ming and Qing Dynasties when garden designers built more multifunctional facilities than before.

Though many of Suzhou’s gardens have a history     10     (date) long before the Qing Dynasty, the Qing style is the form most noticeably reflected in the gardens existing today.

5 . DiscoverCars. com has listed the best scenic spots in Europe for an autumn getaway. Here are the top four:

Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona takes first place, with the highest number of cheap restaurants and budget (经济型) hotels. There are many hidden treasures in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, so it’s a great city for explorers.

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is listed in second place –also moving up one position from last year’s results. Lisbon has the highest average temperature from September to November out of all cities. The city is famous for its artists and its Fado music, so there’s plenty for people looking for culture.

Berlin, Germany

In third place is Berlin, offering a range of different experiences. If you are travelling to party, then the world famous clubs that call Berlin home could be for you. If you are looking for history, then few cities have been at the heart of world politics (政治) in the same way that Berlin has.

Budapest, Hungary

In fourth place is Budapest. Budapest has an average of 56mm of rainfall during the Autumn months, the second lowest out of all cities. Buda, famous for being quiet and beautiful and Pest, for its nightlife and tourist attractions, form two halves of Budapest and are separated by the Danube River.

1. Which city has the lowest cost of food and hotel stay?

A．Barcelona, Spain.	B．Lisbon, Portugal.
C．Berlin, Germany.	D．Budapest, Hungary.

2. Which cities would attract people who enjoy social life?

A．Barcelona and Lisbon.	B．Lisbon and Berlin.
C．Berlin and Budapest.	D．Budapest and Barcelona.

3. Which part of a magazine is this text probably taken from?

A．Music.

B．Business.

C．Technology.

D．Tourism.

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

In recent years, various regions in China     1     (take) advantage of their unique resources and developed a diverse and dynamic rural tourism industry according to local conditions. They have created     2     (innovate) development models, giving rise to a number of desirable rural tourism destinations. They have paved the way for Chinese rural development     3     combines culture and tourism, promotes harmonious coexistence between man and nature, and fights     4     both material and cultural prosperity (繁荣).

With different types and rich forms, rural tourism is     5     (gradual) becoming a new hotspot in the Chinese tourism market. The annual reception and the tourism revenue (收入) have seen significant growth,     6     (boost) the world’s tourism development.

For foreign tourists, visiting rural areas in China is not just about sightseeing, but an opportunity     7     (get) a view of Chinese culture and customs. The beautiful countryside in China holds     8     strong appeal for foreign visitors.

Nowadays, some foreign tourists have shown a     9     (prefer) for immersive experiences in rural areas, such as enjoying tea and traditional opera performances in rural villages in Zhejiang, watching face-changing and fire-spiting shows of Sichuan Opera in rural parks in Sichuan,     10     listening to folk songs in ethnic villages of Guangxi.

7 . Many people enjoy spending their vacations swimming, lying in the sun and staying at luxurious hotels.     1     They head for the country, to one of the numerous United States national parks, and take advantage of the fresh air and many outdoor activities that nature has to offer.

“I’m a successful lawyer from San Francisco,” says Gavin Murphy. “    2     I usually go to Yosemite National Park, where I sleep in a tent, hike, and enjoy the peace and quiet.”

    3     They can go fishing in a cold stream, hiking on a winding nature trail, or biking along scenic paths. At certain times of the year, guided nature walks and interesting lectures on a variety of topics are offered to park guests.

Camping out does have its disadvantages, however.     4     Even after the weather clears up, there’s still lots of mud to deal with. The weather can be quite cold at night, and there are always many mosquitoes (蚊子).

Park rangers (护林员) recommend that visitors watch out for snakes, whose bites can be poisonous. They stress the fact that it is necessary that food be kept packed away, so that an unexpected bear doesn’t pay an unwelcome visit to some surprised guests.     5     “It might be nice to sit by a swimming pool and sip (小口抿) a drink,” says Tanya Rodriguez, a nature lover, “but nature is really so beautiful, and I’ve met such interesting people here. Nothing compares to a vacation like this!”

A．If it rains, there is not much to do.

B．Camping is not really my cup of tea.

C．But every once in a while I like to get back to nature.

D．Some of the visitors have no experience being in the country.

E．Yet, nature lovers continue to visit national parks year after year.

F．But there are countless others who prefer a different kind of holiday.

G．Visitors to national parks have a wide variety of activities to choose from.

8 . Summer is always a busy travel season, but even at peak times like July, that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll see lots of hotels with No Vacancy (空房) signs. More and more travelers are choosing instead to stay in vacation rentals: decorated private houses, rooms, or apartments that only you and your party share for the period of your stay. Or you can get adventurous and book a cabin, a tree house, a houseboat, or even a castle.

The idea appeared in 2007, when Brian Chesky and Joe Gebbia, the owners of a hotel, realizing that a San Francisco tech meeting would make hotel rooms in the area harder to come by, let travelers sleep on air mattresses (充气床垫) in their apartment for a fee. They called it Air Bed and Breakfast, and the company—now known as Airbnb—is worth almost $100 billion today and has six million listings worldwide.

More space is a major attraction of this accommodation (住宿): the average hotel room measures just 330 square feet, while the average vacation rental room tops 1,300. And in 20 of the largest U. S. cities, average daily rates are comparable to (or slightly lower than) those of hotels.

If you’re willing to share your own digs while you’re away, Love Home Swap pairs you with like-minded travelers for stays in each other’s homes for a membership fee as low as $ 11 per month. If you’d like to list your home, check your local zoning laws, as some areas have strict rules on short-term rentals. In parts of Honolulu, a new law taking effect in October will up the minimum stay to 90 days.

1. What can we learn from Paragraph 1?

A．Vacation rentals have replaced hotels nowadays.

B．Travelers have more options of where to live now.

C．Hotels have no empty rooms during travel seasons.

D．Instead of staying in rentals, travelers choose private rooms.

2. What inspired Chesky and Gebbia to start vacation rentals?

A．The presence of the Airbnb.	B．The requirement of travelers.
C．The shortage of hotel rooms.	D．The popularity of air mattresses.

3. If you want to use Love Home Swap, you should ______.

A．become its member first.	B．rent your house for free.
C．list your house for at least 90 days.	D．find partners with the similar ideas.

4. What’s the purpose of the passage?

A．To list the various rentals for travelers.

B．To urge hotels to take on more vacation rentals.

C．To compare two different ways to spend vacation.

D．To introduce a new trend on vacation accommodation.

9 . Mammoth Cave National Park, in the state of Kentucky, is a unique and historical natural wonder. It has the world’s longest cave system. There may be another 600 miles of cave passageways that have yet to be explored. In addition, more than 200 caves that are disconnected from the larger system can be found in the park.

The underground caves were created naturally by the process of limestone (石灰岩) erosion. Rain and rivers slowly dissolve (溶解) and shape soft limestone. The system is still being shaped today. Not only are they an amazing destination to visit, but the system also provides drinking water for about 40% of the US population.

The caves’ first explorers were Native Americans, who mined (采矿) the upper levels of Mammoth Cave. Later, the sites were left in great shape and began to draw public interest.

Mammoth Cave was made into a national park thanks to strong support. Back in the 1920s, the Southern Appalachian National Park Commission was set up in 1925. After years of work, as well as building roads and public facilities, the park was completed on July 1, 1941.

The park now receives around 2 million visitors a year, with about a quarter taking a tour of the caves—everything from a cultural tour to the more adventurous tours on offer. The cave supports more than 130 wildlife species (物种). The park is also much more than just a cave; the forest around has a diverse (多种多样的) range of species. There are miles of trails open for horseback riding, with canoe trails and great fishing spots. There are also more than 1,300 flowering species in the forest, and animals like wood warblers, thrushes, and bald eagles can regularly be seen.

1. What can we learn about Mammoth Cave from the first two paragraphs?

A．It was made by ancient people.	B．It has the length of 600 miles.
C．It is made up of 200 connected caves.	D．It has a large underground system.

2. How do the caves form?

A．Explorers mine the upper levels.	B．The government searches for drinkable water.
C．Water dissolves limestone.	D．People build roads and public facilities.

3. What can we learn from the last paragraph?

A．More than 1,300 flowers grow in the caves.

B．The park offers visitors diverse experiences.

C．Most visitors come to the park just for caves.

D．Two million people have visited the park till now.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Planning cave tours around the world

B．Exploring the world’s longest cave system

C．Learning about the explorers of Mammoth Cave

D．Predicting the future of Mammoth Cave National Park

10 . Welcome to American United Travel Company. We’ll help you spend a perfect holiday. For over 6 years, we have been organizing value for money summer holidays, whether it’s a late holiday deal or your main summer holiday. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a luxury 5-star holiday, or you just want to relax and soak up the sun, we’ve got access to the very best flight and hotel deals throughout the world. We are proud to offer you various services unlike other tour companies where we offer one-stop shop for complete tourism.

Our Services Include

Tours. Meet & Assist Services. Airport Transfer. MICE (Meeting, Incentive, Conferences, Exhibitions) private Jets. Ground handling (24 hours) VIP services on arrival & departure. Adventure Tour.

Means of Transportation Reservations

We operate for all means of transportation available in the country, starting with buses for groups to car rental to individuals.

Guidance

We have the most qualified guides who speak French, English, German, Italian, and Spanish. We bank on their communication skills as well as their knowledge in various fields.

Fancy Dinners

We prepare outdoor dinners in particular places such as castles, beaches, old and traditional houses, etc. Usually, these dinners are arranged according to the clients’ choices.

Luggage Concierge

Don’t worry about luggage size and weight when travelling. Give your bags to Luggage Concierge in advance and they will be waiting for you at your destination when you arrive.

Call one of our experienced travel consultants on 18884700610 to secure one of these fantastic deals.

1. What is special about United Travel company?

A．It provides one-stop complete tourism.	B．It supplies the best flight and hotels.
C．It offers transfer service.	D．Its guides speak various languages.

2. What can you do with your luggage before travelling?

A．Send it to your destination directly.	B．Carry it by yourself.
C．Keep it as light as possible.	D．Hand it to Luggage Concierge.

3. What’s the purpose of the text?

A．To diversify the economy.	B．To attract tourists.
C．To conserve the environment.	D．To entertain readers.