This museum, which opened in 2022, puts exhibits about Broadway centre stage. It has teamed up with internationally renowned artists, designers and theatre historians to create an interactive experience that highlights groundbreaking moments in Broadway’s history—the moments that pushed creative boundaries, challenged social norms and paved the way for those who would follow.
The Museum of Modern ArtThe museum has been showcasing the world’s finest modern and contemporary works for almost a century, having opened back in 1929. The institution’s evolving collection contains 200,000 works from around the world, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, photography, architecture, design, film, media and performance art. Highlights of the collection include Van Gogh’s The Starry Night. Other big hitters are Andy Warhol’s striking Gold Marilyn Monroe and his famous Campbell’s Soup Cans.
Whitney Museum of American ArtOpened in 2015, the current building was designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano, the brains behind Paris’ Centre Pompidou and The Shard in London. With the whole view of New York City, the building makes a fitting home for one of the world’s most extensive and imaginative holdings of American art. The museum of 25,000 works was built around the personal collection of its founder, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, whose initial 600 pieces included works by realist painter Edward Hopper. Today the institution is famed for displaying works by living artists, anchored by its signature exhibition the Whitney Biennial.
Guggenheim MuseumThe museum’s twirling (旋转的) white building is a masterpiece in itself. It was designed in 1943 by Frank Lloyd Wright, one of America’s most celebrated architects. The exhibitions are world-class, too. The permanent collection has amounted to some 8,000 pieces, with everything from bronze sculptures by French Impressionist artist Edgar Degas to pieces by key figures such as Lawrence Weiner, a conceptual artist in the 1960s.
1. Which museum has the longest history?A.Guggenheim Museum. | B.Museum of Broadway. |
C.The Museum of Modern Art. | D.Whitney Museum of American Art. |
A.It closely cooperates with Broadway. |
B.It is centred on a personal collection. |
C.It shows Van Gogh’s The Starry Night. |
D.It is now famous for works by late artists. |
A.Have a look at some sculptures. | B.Get a signature of Edgar Degas. |
C.Admire a twirling bronze building. | D.Interact with some famous architects. |
1. How many languages can Persephone use to answer questions?
A.30 | B.1 | C.33 |
A.It moves quite slowly. |
B.It has poor communication skills. |
C.It can only speak limited languages. |
A.Critical. | B.Supportive. | C.Objective. |
3 . Travelling seemed like falsehood to me. I grew tired of backpackers expressing too much praise about how petting a baby elephant in Thailand “transformed” them. Globe-traveling to me held no more promise than finding a few bills in the pocket of an old coat. I needed something deeper than an Eat, Play, Love moment.
One day, Vasilis, my Greek best friend, reminded me of our decade-old promise: after our final exams, I would visit his hometown in Athens. Maybe, it was time to make good on that promise.
I finally boarded the plane. Vasilis picked me up at the airport. I smiled, thinking how improbable this moment seemed all those years ago.
The decade-long wait proved to be well worth it. Every step through the ancient streets revealed new wonders. However, none of them truly mattered. What would forever alter my perception of travel was a chance encounter with a local.
Vasilis and I were wandering Athens when a special sound caught our attention — a rhythmic clinking disturbing the quietness of the residential street. Curiously, we followed the sound to a humble workshop. Inside, a welder (焊工) gave no mind to our presence behind him. He wore no flashy protective suit — this was just another day for him, another dance with fire and metal that had become second nature. Under the sunshade, his orange cat rested in the comforting warmth...
As the man continued welding, I felt a bit of envy. I envied his peace and contentment. I admired the simplicity he embodied. I imagined the welder happy, finding fulfillment in his craft (手艺) and returning to his loving family...The moment moved me to tears. Leaving the workshop, rain blending with tears, I realized how easily life’s poetry could pass unnoticed.
Home again in Montreal, I stop simply pursuing better things, better experiences and better people that are never grasped. I realize the real journey is inward — to appreciate life’s ordinary magic. That sure beats petting any baby elephant. I may not have returned home “transformed,” but I’ll always think of the welder and his cat.
1. Which aspect of travelling makes the author feel uneasy?A.Shortage of adequate funds. | B.Discomfort in dietary habits. |
C.Overstatement of travel’s effects. | D.Danger of petting baby animals. |
A.Meeting a commitment. | B.Exploring a unique landscape. |
C.Receiving further education. | D.Escaping from the current life. |
A.Poems written by masters. | B.Peace and simplicity. |
C.Spirit of craftsmanship. | D.Special sound in the street. |
A.Friendship Lasts Forever | B.Travelling Shapes a Better Self |
C.Pursuit of Happiness Never Stops | D.The Ordinary Makes Extraordinary |
Hope Justman, in 81-year-old American, has just completed her 24th trip along the shudao,
Running for around 1,000 kilometers, the shudao
Justman’s
In 1997,after reading almost every English travel book, finally she found the shudao
Justman created a website to share her
Last month, she took some of those friends to the Cuiyunlang section of the shudao,
1. Where will the speakers go?
A.California. | B.Texas. | C.Utah. |
A.Go straight to their first stop. |
B.Find a place for a rest. |
C.Look at their map. |
You’ve heard of planning a trip around a museum you desire to visit or cuisine you want to try, but is the trip focusing on getting a better night’s sleep a choice of
Going on a vacation might seem like a much
Why has this trend taken off? Some experts say travelers are waking up to the idea
7 . Visiting a science museum is a highly underrated leisure activity. Many people believe that museums are where you go to see the remains of dinosaurs and learn more about the origin of man.
Gain learning resources.
Take professional development courses. If you think science museums aren’t for you because you’re not a child, you are mistaken. They also offer a number of development courses for specialists. Teacher training is such a course where educators can be given a better understanding of tour of a city’s culture, history, arts, and science.
Attend fun-filled summer camps. Most people don’t know this, but some science museums have summer camp programs for kids of all ages.
A.Go on field research in large groups. |
B.This makes them become better educators. |
C.Experience plenty of hands-on exhibits. |
D.A science museum is an educational center. |
E.However, this is only the tip of the iceberg. |
F.If you’ve ever been to one, you know the benefits. |
G.They give you the freedom to explore a topic in depth. |
8 . How to limit your environmental impact while travelling
Travelling unlocks a world of endless possibilities and adventures, allowing us to hike through breathtaking landscapes, encounter kangaroos and deer in their natural habitat, and witness the power of volcanoes.
Try to travel by land instead of air. While air travel can often be quicker, it is typically one of the most polluting forms of transport.
Make the most of safe tap water (自来水). Drinking tap water may come as a shock to many travelers. But when you’re in countries where tap water is safe to consume, avoid bottled options. Not only are they more expensive, but they have a higher level of pollution compared to treated tap water.
Respect the local environment. When visiting different destinations, we should recognize the importance of protecting the natural beauty. We mustn’t throw rubbish everywhere.
A.Be a responsible hotel guest. |
B.Explore with green tour companies. |
C.Instead, carry a bottle and refill it wherever you can |
D.And we should avoid activities that may harm wildlife. |
E.However, tourism can also be harmful to the environment. |
F.Low-cost airlines have made it much more affordable to travel. |
G.Taking the train or driving in some countries may be better options. |
1. When does the castle close in January?
A.At 4:00 pm. | B.At 5:00 pm. | C.At 6:00 pm. |
A.The cost of the tickets. |
B.The history of the castle. |
C.The arrangement of activities. |
A.Have a picnic. | B.Visit the museum. | C.Walk around the walls. |
The term “Erbin”, a, nickname of Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, known for its ice and snow festival,
The essence of this “fancy rat-race” lies in
First, they need to build better roads to scenic spots and tourist service platforms,
Tourism authorities should, therefore, focus on promoting local cuisine, natural resources and personalities.