1 . Is going alone in an unknown area the right way to go, or do you want a tour guide to show you the highlights? I think that you can combine the two ways in one trip and have the best of both worlds.     1     The best purchase we made was for a bus tour that would take us around the capital and point out all the main sites. That allowed us the next day to travel on foot to the ones we especially wanted to see.

Let’s look at the San Francisco Bay Area which is another one of my favorite vacation spots. Some areas are so familiar to tourists that it’s possible to view the attractions on your own.     2     Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 are good examples. Just by walking a few blocks, you can tour Aquarium of the Bay and the Riptide Arcade on Pier 39.

    3     If you go to Alcatraz Island, you have a choice of going alone, having a live tour guide or being guided by earphones. I would recommend the live tour guides. I went all three ways, and I received more enjoyment by someone telling me items interest I know I had missed on previous tours.     4     It gives you a behind-the-scenes look of colorful Chinatown. The tour covers history, traditions of the local people and culture that you probably wouldn’t know or see by travelling alone.

You can go alone to attractions or take a guided tour. It’s your choice and you can choose whichever would give you the most memorable experience.     5    

A．I recommend both.

B．It’s possible to drive to the area and go alone.

C．One trip we recently took was to Washington DC.

D．Some attractions are worth having a tour guide for.

E．Chinatown Walking Tours are a tour-guided must-see.

F．That allows you to take your time and go at your own pace.

G．The tour guides know what we have never found out on our own.

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where did the tour start?

A．From Germany.

B．From Amsterdam.

C．From Switzerland.

2. What special attraction does the speaker recommend?

A．The Montparnasse Tower.

B．The Eiffel Tower.

C．The art museums.

3. Why does the speaker like Line 63?

A．It offers good views.

B．It covers more territory.

C．It’s the cheapest travel means.

4. What does the speaker say about the subway system in Paris?

A．It is excellent.

B．It offers free coffee.

C．It is easy to get lost.

3 . By the time she was 85 years old, Joy Ryan had never seen the ocean or mountains. Now, she’s 94 years old and has seen every comer of the US after visiting all 63 US national parks. Joy went on the epic journey with her grandson, Brad Ryan, who was first inspired to travel with his grandmother in 2015. “When I learned she had never seen the great wildernesses of America-deserts, mountains, oceans, you name it, I thought that was something that I would regret if I didn’t get myself involved in some way,” Brad said. Although they initially planned just to visit the Great Smoky Mountains, they had such a great time that they felt inspired to continue their journey by hitting up all the national parks in the US. “I think we’re two peas in a pod when it comes to our desire for travel and adventure,” Brad said.

The 63rd and final stop on their tour was the National Park of American Samoa. There was a reason why they left this park until the very end. “It’s the only US national park that’s south of the equator. We can enjoy the beautiful tropical paradise,” Brad said, “But as we’ve come to learn from the rangers who work there. American Samoa is an island community that is firmly rooted in family.”

The fact that a grandmother in her 90s completed such a long journey may inspire others, but Brad has always known his grandmother as an inspiration who lives up to her name. “She has already lived from a place of gratitude and joy,” he said. “That’s a power… and a choice that we all have. And I think that’s been my greatest lesson.”

1. What do we know about Joy Ryan?

A．She regretted not visiting the ocean.	B．She was financially challenged.
C．She prefers tropical landscapes.	D．She embarked on her journey in 2015.

2. What inspired Brad and Joy Ryan to visit all of the US national parks?

A．Their ambition to set a world record.	B．Their fear of having regrets in life.
C．Their shared passion for adventure.	D．Their fascination with urban scenery.

3. American Samoa was chosen as their final destination because of its       .   

A．distinctive location	B．natural resources
C．breathtaking coastline	D．close-knit community

4. What quality did Brad learn from his grandmother?

A．Her determination.	B．Her patience.
C．Her endurance.	D．Her optimism.

4 . 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 us, one of the many cultural shocks we experienced was during our time in Bolivia.     1     (tour) and the approach to service in Bolivia are,     2     some extent, underdeveloped, which is not necessarily bad. However,     3     (initial), we got the feeling that the locals didn’t like our presence, which made us a little     4     (depress).

The guide told us that the negative attitude had nothing to do with us. Bolivians were just not used to foreigners and didn’t really know how     5     (handle) tourists.

    6     we loved the most and surprised us to see was how Bolivians keep their traditions alive. I loved their clothes     7     much that I borrowed a traditional Bolivian dress to try to overcome the “tourist vs local barrier” and showed the locals that we truly loved their culture and     8     (appreciate) it. The scene was absolutely wonderful. With the locals     9     (cheer) for us, we walked to the sunset point. At that time, we felt like we had a “connecting moment ”and     10     (motivate) by their friend lines s immediately.

Even though we had this cultural shock, we have to say that we will never forget how special Bolivia was to us.

6 . 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。

Forget about Military-style Travel during which people tend to visit as many famous spots as possible in the     1     (little) amount of time. A more relaxed alternative, Citywalk, has emerged     2     a phenomenal hit.

Unlike Military-style Travel, Citywalk is about wandering around a city on foot and finding unusual things     3     even a local might not have noticed before. Citywalkers get away from hot tourist     4     (attract) and shopping centers, instead     5     (leisure) seeking out interactions with the natives, authentic snacks, and a deeper appreciation for the history and culture of the city.

Various videos about Citywalk     6     (post) over Chinese multiple social media platforms in recent months. On Instagram-like Xiaohongshu, a search for “citywalk” turns up over 600,000 posts and tens of millions of views. Citywalkers have shared their carefully     7     (plan) routes on social media platforms, generating thousands of followers. Their posts usually include how long the walk is going to take, and interesting places along the way.

Some regions, such as Beijing, have included Citywalk in their plans     8     (promote) cultural tourism and leisure tours. While Citywalk can work as     9     approach to tourism, this trend sees Gen Z seek pleasure more through connection than consumption and     10     (imply) a deep cultural curiosity.

7 . 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。

Recently, many netizens posted videos on social media claiming that Harbin has launched a “photo shoot with a white fox” project to entertain tourists. The white fox in the video     1     (have) a soft and cute appearance, and after being artificially raised and managed, its fur is clean and odorless (无气味), providing tourists with a good experience and     2     (frequent) appearing on the hot search list.

For this project, some people believe it is     3     innovative tourism experience that can increase the interactivity and participation of tourists, while others are concerned about the safety and health of the white fox. In fact, these white foxes are professionally trained to have close contact     4     humans, and they do not bite. In addition, the scenic area has taken multiple     5     (measure) to ensure the welfare and safety of the white fox.

Mr. He, the person in charge of Harbin Songhua River Ice and Snow Carnival, said that the scenic area has introduced this project to     6     (well) meet customer needs. These white foxes have been bred (饲养) and domesticated (驯化), so there is no need to worry about     7     (catch) and bitten by foxes.

Mr. He said that due to the continuous     8     (popular) of the White Fox on social media, more and more tourists are taking photos with it.     9     (welcome) tourists, the scenic area often takes care of the white fox, keeping its fur clean and fresh,     10     providing visitors with a better experience.

8 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

It was the middle of July when we drove way up into the mountains and backpacked up a stream. The banks were lined with old trees. We waded (涉水) through the cold water, our backpacks balanced on our heads.

We set up camp on a sandy flat beside a pool. What a swimming hole! My brother and I swam, diving and playing in the clear water. We-hiked upstream, against little rapids. Suddenly we heard a roaring sound, and as we came around a bend, we saw what was causing it.

A huge waterfall! It rose high above us. “Wow!” I said. “Let’s climb it!” “No way,” said Dad. “End of the road.” We turned back but I couldn’t stop thinking about the waterfall and how much I’d like to climb it. Later, lying in my bag, I thought of the waterfall, wondering what was on the top... then finally I fell asleep.

The sun was hot as a bonfire. We cut leaves as wide as elephants’ ears, and tied them on our heads to keep us cool. Then we waded against the little rapids deep into the stream. I was the first one to the waterfall. “Let’s go up. I think there must be something unique out there,” I said. My brother smiled. “If you go, I will,” he said.

I found a way alongside the falls, and then we climbed like mountain goats. Mom shouted, “Be careful!” And we inched our way up and up—the tips of our toes gripping thin ledges (岩石突出部分), our fingers finding cracks. Sometimes rocks were unstable, but we clung (粘住) like glue. We had to.

The waterfall roared by our ears. “I’m scared,” said my brother. I said, “Just don’t look down.” Near the top, a tree grew out of the rock. It was just what we needed. When we stood at the top, we clapped our hands and shouted down, “Hey Mom, Dad! It’s like a whole other world up here! Come on up! You can do it!” And I did a little dance.

注意：
1.续写词数应为 150 左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Mom looked at Dad and Dad looked at Mom.

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“We did it!” Mom shouted, breathing hard.

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9 . 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。

Harbin has witnessed a significant boom that has caused it to trend on social media this winter. By December 20, 2023, the city airport’s annual passenger throughput (接待人数)     1     (go) beyond 20 million. According to a news report, during the three-day New Year holiday, Harbin received 3.05 million tourists and made     2     income of 5.91 billion yuan, both of     3     reached record high.

Harbin, which is also known     4     China’s “ice city”, is famous for its ice and snow culture. For more than 60 years, the city has had a tradition of holding an annual ice lantern exhibition,     5     (present) the creativity and skill of its artists. Recently, the Ice and Snow World,     6     (recognize) by the Guinness World Records as the largest ice and snow park, is just one of many     7     (attraction) in the city. It features     8     (amaze) ice and snow sculptures, including replicas (复制品) of famous landmarks, animals, and cartoon characters.

“For individual travelers, a city’s infrastructure and public services form the foundation of tourism competitiveness. It is only when tourists feel the     9     (warm) of the city and the goodwill of its citizens     10     they blend into the lives of a travel destination,” said Dai Bin, president of China Tourism Academy.