1 . On hearing the word vacation, most people react positively. Experienced travelers will argue that more important than where they go on vacation is who they go with.     1    

Family travel is special and creates lasting memories, but it can also have some challenges. For one, the success of a trip often depends on the relationships that the family members have with one another. If two brothers do not get along at home, the chances are that they will fight during a vacation.     2     If a family is traveling by air, purchasing plane tickets for everyone can be very expensive.

    3     Close friends often have similar personalities, so they generally get along with each other and fight less than family members might on a trip. Furthermore, if friends are close, even a terrible trip will not ruin the friendship.     4     All in all, traveling with friends can be a positive experience that results in a great vacation and, likely, a stronger friendship.

Finally, people can choose to travel alone. Solo travelers can be more flexible with transportation than those traveling in a large group.     5     And they also have better chances of getting a seat on buses or planes since they only need one. In addition, solo travelers are more likely to meet locals or other vacationers because they are more likely to want to talk with others.

A．They can change plans more easily.

B．Each person tends to cover his or her individual expenses.

C．Another potential problem of family travel is transportation.

D．Sightseeing and scheduling are not a problem for solo travelers.

E．In fact, friendships are often strengthened with the travel memories.

F．Traveling with friends can be an unforgettable experience for several reasons.

G．Vacations can be classified on the basis of who vacationers choose to travel with.

2 . Unlike Special Forces tourism, where the aim is to hit as many famous spots as possible in the _______ amount of time, Citywalk is more about immersing in the atmosphere of the city. By _______ on foot, Citywalkers get away from _______ famous hotspots and commercial hubs, _______, seeking out interactions with locals, authentic snacks, and a deeper appreciation for the history and culture of the city.

In some cases, Citywalk is much like a food tour, with walkers carefully planning out _______ with certain snack spots in mind. Seasoned (资深的) Citywalkers have seized the _______ to share their own recommended routes and snack spots _______ social media, quickly gaining thousands of new subscribers over the past month. The addition of the group chat function to Xiaohongshu (_______ in February) means Citywalk fans can chat with an influencer/ expert in their city and _______ connect with other new Citywalk fans.

On Gen Z trend bible Xiaohongshu, hashtags “Citywalk” and “Day off Citywalk” have 14.2 million and 411.5 million views _______. An official page dedicated to the trend ________ “Strolling the Street to Eat Delicious Food” can also be found when ________ for Citywalk on the platform. The H5 page recommends snack spots on backstreets in Hangzhou, Chongqing, Chengdu, Tianjin, Changsha, Guiyang and more.

While Citywalk can work as an ________ to tourism, most of the trend’s enthusiasts ________ reconnect with the city they live in. This post-reopening trend ________ Gen Z seek pleasure more through connection than consumption and signifies a deep cultural curiosity that goes beyond the Chinese iconography that typifies guochao.

1.

A．largest

B．hugest

C．shortest

D．quickest

2.

A．figuring

B．measuring

C．admiring

D．sensing

3.

A．offline

B．local

C．internet

D．nearby

4.

A．instead

B．however

C．meanwhile

D．furthermore

5.

A．paths

B．routes

C．ways

D．directions

6.

A．trend

B．taste

C．flow

D．trick

7.

A．on

B．at

C．by

D．via

8.

A．installed

B．launched

C．set

D．downloaded

9.

A．easily

B．possibly

C．luckily

D．randomly

10.

A．totally

B．particularly

C．visually

D．respectively

11.

A．read

B．named

C．said

D．noticed

12.

A．searching

B．leaving

C．longing

D．allowing

13.

A．inspiration

B．expression

C．anticipation

D．approach

14.

A．are keen to

B．are approved to

C．are bound to

D．are determined to

15.

A．discovers

B．observes

C．sees

D．views

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?

A．At an airport.

B．At a hotel.

C．At home.

2. Why does the woman want to repack the bag?

A．She can’t find the passports.

B．Everything in the bag is in a mess.

C．She wants to make sure everything is there.

3. What do we know about the speakers?

A．They have just finished their trip.

B．They will catch a flight at 11 o’clock.

C．They have just come back from shopping.

5 . Jaw-dropping architecture isn’t new. We’re still fascinated by the Great Pyramid built 4,500 years ago! Read for more recent examples of innovative buildings constructed using modern technology.

Crooked House (Poland)

COMPLETED: 2004

With its curved (弯曲的) walls and roof, it is popular with photographers. However, staring at it for too long might make you dizzy! Inside is a typical mall and office building. A favorite feature is the Wall of Fame, with signatures from Polish celebrities (名人). It’s modeled after the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Cube Houses (Netherlands)

COMPLETED: 1984

The Cube Houses are a popular attraction, but they are also real houses that people live in! The furniture is tailor-made to fit the strange angles where the walls meet. Architect Piet Blom designed the homes based on the idea of “living as an urban roof,” with the housing above and the courtyards, shops, and even a chess museum below.

Wonder Works (US)

COMPLETED: 2006

Looking at the cracks in this building, you might think, is it about to collapse? But it’s all an illusion (幻觉). This indoor amusement park is actually pretty normal. The upside-down features are just for show. Inside are more than hands-on science exhibits and activities, including a laser-tag zone and a hurricane-force wind tunnel!

Guangzhou Opera House (China)

COMPLETED: 2010

It was designed by Iraqi-born architect Zaha Hadid. She said she let natural places inspire her buildings, such as this opera house on the Pearl River. She used latest construction and design methods to make her design a reality. GPS positioning and laser techniques helped shape the structure, which includes tons of steel and glass.

1. What makes Cube Houses different from the others in the list?

A．Its latest techniques.	B．Its residents inside.
C．Its famous signatures.	D．Its upside-down features.

2. Which building might best suit science majors?

A．Crooked House

B．Cube Houses

C．Wonder Works

D．Guangzhou Opera House

3. What is the purpose of this passage?

A．To introduce amazing architecture.	B．To advertise specifically-designed programs.
C．To inspire students to make innovations.	D．To urge people to protect historical buildings.

6 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Spanish pianist Alonso Herrero has been appointed as ambassador in the promotion of Shanghai as an international tourist destination. Having lived in the city for more than seven years, he believes Shanghai is the perfect home for     1     musician like himself.

In the role, he witnessed China’s first     2     (domestic) built cruise ship depart on her first voyage. He speaks fluent Chinese, cooks authentic Chinese food     3     always manages to include Chinese music into his pieces. Alonso is recognized as “a pianist with the maturity and professionalism needed     4     (overcome) any technical difficulty”.

“After a week in Shanghai I felt like I belonged here,” he says, and owes that to the     5     (friendly) of people here, and common values between Spain and China. Another important reason     6     he feels at home in Shanghai is that, as an artist     7     constant need of inspiration, he finds that Shanghai offers a rich cultural life with a multicultural landscape.

Alonso notes that, in the past decade, new performing halls     8     (mushroom) not only in Shanghai, but also the second-and-third tier cities in China . Plus, he has found that audiences are more knowledgeable about music,     9     (compare) to 2014, when he played his first concert in Shanghai. Next month, he will play in the AIA Grand Theater, a 1,715-seat hall     10     (lie) on the northern tip of the Western bank of the Huangpu River.

7 . A batch of new houses across California is selling unusually fast. In the past two months, 82 have been snapped up, and the waiting list is 1,000 long. That demand should, though, soon be satisfied—for, while it can take weeks to put up a conventional bricks-and-mortar dwelling (砖混住宅), the constructors behind these houses are able to build one in less than 24 hours. They can do it so rapidly because their products are collected from prefabricated (预制的) components printed in a factory.

Three-dimensional printing has been around since the early 1980s, but is now developing fast. It is already employed to make things ranging from orthopaedic (整形外科的) implants to components for aircraft. The details vary according to the products and processes involved, but the underlying principle is the same. A layer of material is laid down and somehow fixed in place. Then another is put on top of it. Then another. By varying the shape and the composition, objects can be crafted that would be difficult or impossible to produce with conventional techniques.

Not only does 3D printing allow greater versatility (用途广泛) and faster construction, it also promises a more environmentally friendly approach. That may make it a useful answer to two challenges now facing the world: a shortage of housing and climate change. More than 20% of Earth’s population lack adequate accommodation. And the construction industry is responsible for 11% of the world’s man-made carbon-dioxide emissions. An important benefit is that there is less need to move lots of heavy stuff. Palari Homes, for instance, estimates that prefabricating its products reduces the number of lorry journeys sufficiently to cut two tonnes off the amount of carbon dioxide released per home. If successful, building by 3D printing is likely to spread beyond housing. Opportunities also exist in warehousing, offices and other commercial buildings.

1. What can be inferred from paragraph one?

A．Houses are selling faster in California than other countries.

B．The demands of houses can make ends meet in California.

C．Traditional house sale in California has been booming recently.

D．Conventional dwellings need more time to complete.

2. What’s paragraph 2 mainly about?

A．Development and definition of Three-dimensional printing.

B．Application and work principles of Three-dimensional printing.

C．Advantages Three-dimensional printing has.

D．Functions and application of Three-dimensional printing.

3. What’s the author’s attitude towards 3D printing?

A．Ambiguous.

B．Indifferent.

C．Favorable.

D．Caring.

4. What’s the suitable title for the passage?

A．3D printing — application to construction field	B．3D printing — an environmentally friendly tech
C．The promising future of 3D printing industry	D．Novel practice of the familiar 3D printing

8 . The daily challenges of social and work life pose a great threat to people’s mental health. While there is no known cure for mental illness, activities like road trips can effectively manage mental health issues. Here are the benefits of a road trip.

    1    

From swimming in the ocean to climbing mountain peaks, there are many wholesome activities to do on a road trip. Some of these activities take a considerable amount of energy. Not only will you be building your mental strength while taking a road trip, your physical fitness increases as well.

It eases stress

Stress increases when people come in contact with triggers (诱因) that worsen their mental condition, which may come from interactions with people, or responsibilities at work.     2     Not being confronted with situations that make you stressed is a major step towards relief.

It boosts creativity

    3     The incredible sights of open fields can awaken your creativity.     4     For example, you can learn about the history of a region by visiting museums or you can immerse yourself in the local culture by trying new foods. Learning new things inspires your productivity and boosts your mental health.

It brings you one step closer to happiness

Mental health issues are capable of causing a feeling of dissatisfaction and sadness. However, happiness is a state of mind you can obtain by taking a road trip. The unique sights, delicious food, and entertainment from a road trip are all sources of happiness.     5    

A．It promotes physical and mental fitness.

B．It allows you to experience different activities.

C．Indeed, happiness gained from a road trip can last long after the trip.

D．Thus, it is advised to make road trips part of your plans for the future.

E．Every new experience on a road trip can increase your creativity.

F．When you take a road trip, you move away from the stressful environment.

G．When you reach different stops, the atmosphere, culture and activities will open a window to learn new things.

9 . If you think about World Heritage Sites, you probably think of places associated with ancient art and culture and historical buildings. And of course, many of these are on the World Heritage List (WHL). These include remains of ancient cultures like Cuzco in Peru or the rock city of Petra in Jordan as well as old city centers such as Rome in Italy. Also common are places of artistic or cultural significance, like the Stonehenge stone circle in England. But the WHL contains a lot of sites that are not so obvious. Let’s look at a few of the more unusual sites on the WHL and why it is important to preserve them.

Citadel of Haiti

These monuments were built at the end of the 19th century when Haiti became independent and the many thousands of black slaves in Haiti were free for the first time. These ex-slaves built the monuments, which the WHL describes as “a universal symbol of liberty”.

Borders of France and Spain

This is an area of great natural beauty and the mountains have many interesting geological formations.

But it is also an area of small farms. The WHL has listed the site because it shows us about past European society through its landscape of villages, farms, fields, up land pastures and mountain roads.

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

This railway in India was opened in 1881 and is still operating today. It crosses a difficult area of mountain landscape and it is a great example of railway engineering. The WHL says that it is “the first, and still the most outstanding, example of a hill passenger railway.”

The city of Brasilia

Brasilia is a capital city that was created from nothing in 1956. The WHL calls it “a land mark in the history of town planning”. The different areas of the city and the buildings themselves were all designed at the same time so that they would harmonize with each other.

1. What’s the function of the examples of World Heritage Sites in paragraph 1?

A．To highlight the importance of WHL.

B．To exemplify sites of artistic and cultural value.

C．To compare the differences between various sites.

D．To draw readers’ attention to more unique sites on the WHL.

2. Who built Citadel of Haiti?

A．Former slaves.	B．Citizens in Haiti.
C．Active revolutionaries.	D．Haiti government.

3. Which site will attract a town planner most?

A．Citadel of Haiti.	B．Borders of France and Spain.
C．The city of Brasilia.	D．The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.

10 . Nature supports us in a wide variety of ways, whether we are conscious of these gifts or not.     1     By following these tricks for first-time campers, anyone can engage with nature in a more grateful way.

Take full advantage of Nature

If you’re close to flowing water, you can choose from various approaches to stay hydrated, as well as wash dishes and do laundry, without taking much trouble to bring all your water with you.     2     This is a fantastic way to begin your day.

Do your Research

    3     Some trees supply wood that’s appropriate for making walking sticks. Some wood is suitable for starting fires, while other wood is fit for keeping them going. Other trees may provide nuts and fruits.

Fully Enjoy Nature

My hope is that the strategies for first-time campers will help you appreciate the great outdoors. Whether you’re hiking, fishing, swimming, or cooking by a warm fire, each of them is fun. I live approximately 2 miles from fabulous Current River, which is fed by cold springs some 40 miles upstream.     4    

I have no interest in hunting or party; I fancy simply sitting on a sand bar at dawn, watching the mist rise from the water.     5     I listen for the beavers making splashes at night with their wide, flat tails. I hear coyotes howling at night too. I’ve seen cottonmouth snakes and even panther tracks! I love the serenity and the small thrills, the kinds of experiences I wouldn’t trade for anything in the world.

A．I see and hear all kinds of wildlife.

B．But nature isn’t just there for us to exploit.

C．Set up a place where you can stay comfortably.

D．If you’re near a body of water, you can go swimming.

E．Become familiar with different trees and what they offer.

F．If you can accept nature as it is, it can work in your favor.

G．The river stays cool pretty much year-round and is refreshing in summer.