In the late afternoon, we found it was so cold
People say Vancouver is Canada’s most beautiful city,
3 . Biscayne is not very far from the lights, noise and excitement of downtown Miami. But it has a very different atmosphere from the big city. Biscayne National Park was established as a national monument in 1968. It became a national park in 1980. That year, its size also increased. The park now covers more than 70,000 hectares.
If you enjoy water, Biscayne is the park for you. Ninety-five percent of the park is water. Many kinds of animals live in these waters. Some of them are threatened or endangered. You will find the huge, gentle West Indian manatee, the less gentle American crocodile, several kinds of sea turtles, and more than 500 species of fish.
Scientists say Human history at Biscayne begins more than 10,000 years ago. However, evidence of the area’s earliest people is mostly underwater now, as water levels have risen over time. Within the last 3,000 years, people began to settle in the area. Scientists continue to learn about these people by examining the big hills of shells they left behind. The shells contain other waste, too, including early tools and house wares.
European explorers began arriving in the area in the early 1500s. They brought with them diseases like smallpox and measles. Over time, these diseases killed huge numbers of natives. Early explorers arrived in the area on ships. The reefs and rough waters made it difficult for ship captains. Biscayne’s waters contain more than 50 shipwrecks. Scuba divers today can explore six of them.
Four ecosystems come together here, which is what makes the park so diverse. The blending ecosystems create “edge communities.” These edge communities support a huge amount of wildlife. The underwater diversity is what attracts most people to Biscayne National Park. Many visitors come here to scuba dive in Biscayne’s clear and warm waters.
1. What happened to Biscayne National Park in 1980?A.It began to be set up as a national park. | B.It was built as a national monument. |
C.It became much larger in area. | D.It covered more than 70,000 hectares. |
A.learn about the sea animals | B.know how old the place is |
C.learn when the earliest people arrived | D.learn about the life of the earliest people |
A.on their voyage to Biscayne | B.by diseases brought by Europeans |
C.in their fight against the Europeans | D.because of lack of proper food |
A.Its ecosystems. | B.Its long history. |
C.Its underwater activities. | D.Its endangered animals. |
4 . Do you like history? Ancient history can seem so far
One of the main reasons why people visit Xi’an
There is much more
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A.visitors | B.entrance | C.cars | D.means |
A.restored | B.recovered | C.reflected | D.reacted |
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A.secret | B.mystery | C.history | D.knowledge |
A.picture | B.list | C.structure | D.book |
Whether you want to stay in a converted beer factory, a luxury hotel on the harbour or an advanced loft-style room, Sydney has a huge range of top-quality hotels.
1. THE OLD CLARE HOTEL
Located in the heart of Sydney’s Central Park district, The Old Clare Hotel, providing luxurious (豪华的) rooms and facilities, takes up a historic Chippendale pub and the nearby former beer factory site. This hotel has been lovingly restored by Peng Loh, a Singaporean businessman with a passion for redecorating heritage properties.
2. HILTON SYDNEY
This is luxury accommodation right in the centre of Sydney, with world-class restaurants, one of the city’s best bars. Just upstairs sits Glass, the award-winning small restaurant by celebrity chef Luke Mangan. Downstairs lies The Marble Bar, a Sydney hotspot for decades and heritage listed due to its extensive use of marble, dating back to 1893. Rooms are simply fashionable.
3. THE LANGHAM
Grand harborside luxury can be expected at The Langham, located in the Sydney centre. The hotel makes the most of its impressive harbour views with a marble-decorated hall that takes your breath away. Don’t forget to check out the art, with a collection of Australia’s most famous painter. Try their famous high tea menu, and be sure to check out the incredible underground swimming pool available to guests only.
4. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL SYDNEY
Another luxury stay with amazing harbour views, the Four Seasons Hotel Sydney sits on the edge of Sydney’s historic Rocks district. A Deluxe Harbour Room will give you a breath-taking view, with dark wood and silk inside in calming colours. Downstairs is Grain, one of the best-known whisky bars in the city.
1. Which of the following hotels houses a restaurant by a famous chef?A.The Langham. | B.Hilton Sydney. |
C.The Old Clare Hotel. | D.The Four Seasons Hotel Sydney. |
A.A taste of the famous high tea for free. |
B.Access to the underground swimming pool. |
C.A rest in the impressive marble-decorated hall. |
D.A good look at the collection of famous paintings. |
A.Famous bars. | B.Harbour views. |
C.Heritage properties. | D.Luxurious facilities. |
6 . The following is a travel advertisement.
Yang Zhou China Travel Company Beijing is the place to be! | ||
From ¥799 2 nights Beijing Hotel & 2 nights Green Hotel Book online or call 027-28554321 www.YangZhou tour. com | Beijing Hotel: Close to Tian’anmen Square Prizewinning garden Bars & French restaurant Swimming pool Green Hotel: Gardens with mountain views Restaurants & Coffee shop Night Club Buses to the downtown | Departure Date Price June 8, 2020 ¥899 July 29, 2020 ¥999 Aug. 30, 2020 ¥799 Sept. 30, 2020 ¥1299 To book, choose your preferred departure date. Business Hours Weekdays: 24 hours Weekends: 8:00 a.m.~6:00 p.m. |
1. Which of the two hotels can we swim at?
A.Beijing Hotel. | B.Green Hotel. | C.Both. | D.Neither. |
A.June 8, 2020 | B.July 29, 2020. | C.August 30, 2020. | D.September 30, 2020. |
A.9:00 a.m Monday | B.9:00 p.m Thursday | C.9:00 a.m Saturday | D.9:00 p.m Sunday |
A.In June. | B.In July. | C.In August. | D.In September. |
A.This ad is given by a Beijing travel company. |
B.Green Hotel is in the center of Beijing. |
C.We can save ¥500 leaving in late August instead of late September. |
D.We can stay in Beijing for four days and five nights. |
My friend and I took a two-hour ferry ride from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to Stone Town, Zanzibar. We headed to its famous spice (香料) farms. Cloves, peppers, cinnamon and ginger
Very early on the morning of the third day, we
After that, we returned to Stone Town to explore the big old houses. Hundreds of years ago, the city was a huge trading port. All shipments
A few months ago, an online video exhibition
Jiangnan, the region south of the Yangtze River, is the home of many Chinese cultural treasures. It represents
Today, the Yangtze River Delta (长江三角洲),
Zhouzhuang, Tongli, Xitang, Wuzhen and other water towns south of the Yangtze River
The exhibition is one of the Visiting China Online
9 . Morgan’s Wonderland, located in San Antonio, Texas, is a theme park mainly intended for mentally or physically disabled children. The park was built by Gordon Hartman, a former real estate (房地产) developer. The creation of the park was inspired by his daughter, Morgan, who suffers from severe cognitive delay and physical challenges.
The world’s first ultra-accessible family fun park, Morgan’s Wonderland opened in the spring of 2010. Admission for guests with special needs is free, and fees for the general public are set at a much discounted price so that people of all ages and abilities can come together and play in a fun and safe environment.
Completely wheelchair-accessible, the park features 25 acres of attractions including rides, playgrounds, a catch-and-release fishing lake, and picnic areas throughout the park. The rides are custom-designed to accommodate wheelchair riders so that every family member can enjoy the fun. The adapted rides include the Off-Road Adventure, where guests can test their driving skills in sporty vehicles. Moreover, each visitor is offered the option to wear a GPS Adventure Band, which allows them to keep track of each other while in the park. The band also enables them to take part in electronic activities. For example, when the riders scan the band at the Off-Road Adventure, a photo will be taken and sent to their email.
In June 2017, Morgan’s Wonderland celebrated the opening of Morgan’s Inspiration Island. The new expansion is composed of five themed splash pads and a River Boat Adventure Ride. The wheelchair guests can be moved out of their chairs into unique, waterproof chairs and enjoy the splash park without risking damage to their personal wheelchairs.
“Morgan taught me that there’s more to life in many ways than what I saw before,” said Hartman. “The blessing that Morgan has brought is beyond anything that I ever could have imagined and could explain.”
1. What is the passage mainly about?A.The new addition to Morgan’s Wonderland. |
B.The establishment and features of a special theme park. |
C.The advanced technological devices in Morgan’s Wonderland |
D.The needs of people who suffer from physical and mental disabilities. |
A.It’s easy for all visitors to use the facilities. |
B.Admission is free for people young and old. |
C.Wheelchairs are provided for every featured attraction. |
D.Morgan’s Wonderland is situated in a convenient location. |
A.Safe Boats. | B.Water-resistant cloth. | C.GPS bands. | D.Special chairs. |
A.Waterproof chairs enable visitors to wonder all over the park. |
B.Morgan’s Inspiration Island includes 25 acres of attractions. |
C.The success of the park is exactly what Morgan intended to achieve. |
D.GPS bands allow visitors to enjoy the convenience of the electronic devices. |
1. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
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A.A travel plan. | B.A flight. | C.The dates. |
A.For about two weeks. | B.For about three weeks. | C.For about four weeks. |
A.$4,000. | B.$5,000. | C.$6,000. |
A.Meet a travel agent | B.Withdraw some money. | C.Do some shopping. |