1 . Fishing trips to Canada are a tradition for Jeffrey Hardy and his three friends from America. This summer in 2023, the forest air polluted with wildfire smoke forced the men to give up their mid-June fishing plan. Canada’s wildfire season put its tourism industry at a crucial time.

Except some days of poor air quality, major Canadian cities remain unaffected by wildfires. The fires are in the country’s northern areas that have drawn travelers interested in outdoor experience s in years past.

In a recent report by Destination Canada, a marketing organization, half of the total spent by international visitors is in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. But other Canadian destinations attractive to visitors have been affected by the wildfires.

In preparation for increasing visitor sizes and ongoing wildfires, some businesses are thinking about changing their operations, which see outdoor recreation as a tourism opportunity. A nonprofit travel agency is considering creating a questionnaire for customers to show when they would cancel a booking because of road closes from the wildfires, poor air quality and a lack of visibility.

Tourism in British Columbia contributes greatly to its economy. The province has various recreational offerings from the major ski destinations to hiking along the coast. Blackcomb, a helicopter tour company, has canceled its sightseeing offerings, using most of its helicopters on the firefighting effort until at least early August. “It’s the question of flying our customers around on sightseeing tours or putting out fires within 10 kilometers of our bases and the communities that we live in,” said Jordy Norris, the company’s tourism director. “We made it clear to both our staff and our customers that we have a duty to protect the backyard.”

Darrin Rigo, a photographer recently saw a photo of a beautiful waterfall covered in fire on a media page. “I’m sure that’s not going to last long, and everything will return to normal.” he said.

1. Which part of Canada is most affected by the wildfire?

A．The northern areas.	B．Canada’s central parts.
C．Major Canadian cities.	D．Places with few visitors.

2. What is a nonprofit travel agency’s response to wildfires?

A．Using its helicopters on the firefighting effort.

B．Raising money to put out the fire.

C．Changing operations and developing outdoor recreation.

D．Creating a questionnaire for customers.

3. Why has Blackcomb called off its sightseeing offerings?

A．To save the cost due to the decrease in the number of visitors.

B．In an effort to put out the wildfire.

C．To fly its staff on sightseeing tours.

D．To be busy creating a questionnaire.

4. What is Darrin Rigo’s attitude towards the development of Canada’s tourism?

A．Positive.

B．Neutral.

C．Negative.

D．Indifferent.

2 . 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。

Jiangsu, known for its unique blend of innovation and preservation, is a true treasure. I was     1     (incredible) fortunate to journey through the cities of Suzhou and Nanjing, both of which left me fascinated with their true impressiveness and eagerly     2     (long) to explore further.

My first stop was Suzhou.     3     (engage) myself in the local industrial atmosphere, I specially chose a hotel in the “industrial park”,     4     the coexistence of advanced manufacturing and natural beauty was most evident, as it was situated on the edge of a     5     (scene) lake, embraced by a vibrant landscape. As I adventured into the heart of the city, the Old Town’s ancient waterways led me on an     6     (explore) of history, and the classical gardens offered a glimpse into a storied past. However, what truly amazed me was the “energy of Suzhou” represented by its people who have enormous respect for their city’s time-honored history as well as     7     innovative eye on the future.

Actually, the mindset of modernization with deep respect for the past isn’t only unique to Suzhou     8     an indicative factor of Nanjing. High-rises decorate the city’s skyline, creating a distinct contrast     9     the ancient neighborhoods, temples, and buildings that     10     (occupy) previously by people.

5 . Animal and plant species are disappearing at frightening rates. The problem has led to efforts to “rewild” places where such life existed before human development, pollution and climate change forced it out. The American city of Detroit is an example of how human actions can increase rewilding, which generally means helping natural systems in damaged locations, removing dams or building tunnels to reconnect animal pathways cut by roads.

Detroit’s population reached a high of 1.8 million in the 1950s. Then the population began dropping. By 2000, there were fewer than one million people living in the city. Thousands of houses and other buildings were left empty over the years. Some structures were destroyed, leaving empty areas that plants and animals regained as habitats. Nonprofit groups have also planted trees and community gardens in these areas. Anti-pollution laws and government-supported cleanups made nearby rivers better for fish and native plants.

Now, Detroit is home to 300 bird species and is a busy visiting place for ducks and others during migration. Unlike most big cities, its population is decreasing but its streets and buildings remain in place. And there are many kinds of habitats, including large lakes, rivers and human neighborhoods. Detroit’s parklands are so quiet that people don’t even know they’re in the city.

“It used to be that you had to go to some remote location to get exposure to nature,” said JohnHartig, a professor of University of Windsor. “Now that’s not the case. Like it or not, rewilding will occur. The question is how we can prepare communities and environments to embrace the presence of more and more wildlife. After all, many city people have lost their tolerance to live with wildlife. To really make a difference in dealing with the biodiversity crisis, you’re going to have to have people on board.”

1. What does the author want to tell us by the example of Detroit?

A．It’s government-supported efforts that really matter.

B．Humans’ efforts can make a difference in rewilding.

C．Humans are to blame for the worsening environment.

D．It’s hard for humans and wildlife to live in harmony.

2. What might have happened in Detroit at the beginning of 21st century?

A．The city was overpopulated.	B．More community gardens disappeared.
C．Many buildings were abandoned.	D．The environment was badly damaged.

3. What can we infer about current Detroit from the text?

A．It is a big city crowded with tourists and bird species.

B．Tourists don’t show any interest in its quiet surroundings.

C．It’s become a center for those who study animals and plants.

D．It’s turned into a place where people can get close to nature.

4. What does the underlined word “embrace” in the last paragraph mean?

A．Accept.

B．Delay.

C．Imagine.

D．Supervise.

6 . 英语课上你们学习了与旅游相关的内容，英语老师要求你们写一篇短文，推荐一所历史名城，在下周一英语课上口头播报。内容如下：
1.你推荐的城市；
2.推荐理由；
3.食宿建议。
注意：       
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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8 . 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。

More than 1, 250 lit stalls (货摊) brighten the center of Thailand’s capital city,     1     (provide) a multicolored sight. The shelter which     2     (design) for the thousands of traders at Bangkok’s night market     3     (sell) their goods, has become an     4     (attract) itself.

The market,     5     is called Train Night Market Ratchada in English, was opened in January 2015 and has become     6     popular spot for locals and tourists. Software engineer Prasad Ambati visited the market and took the landscape photographs from a nearby car park. “Those     7     (color) tents and people shopping, eating at stalls and the flashing lights were great. The tents made me think of a giant painting.”

This is     8     (primary) a market that sells old goods, old-fashioned collections of clothes, motorbikes, and secondhand toys. There are also plenty of general market things for sale, like cheap clothes, shoes, bags,     9     other fashion items. But above all it’s one of the best places for street food, openair bars with live music frequently     10     (perform) all over.

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。

Located near a wide stretch of cornfields in Xinjia village is a museum     1     (feature) Mahu Opera, a traditional art of the Manchu ethnic group in Northeast China. Developed on a site     2     (former) used as a primary school, this museum has five exhibition rooms with nearly2,000 objects on display, including costumes, instruments and books, most of     3     were donated by Wang Songlin, a local inheritor (继承人) of intangible cultural heritage. “By exhibiting them in the village, I hope to let more people know about     4     traditional art.” said Wang.

Besides those     5     (significance) cultural artifacts related to Mahu Opera, other old objects in the museum also reflect the history of this village. “I never thought these old items could be used. They     6     (ignore) for a long time since they were no longer used.” said a villager in Xinjia.

In Xinjia village, with a population of only about 2,800, there are now five museums     7     (build) near local residences. Museums not only function     8     cultural centers for villagers in rural regions, helping them know more about the past and record local history, but can encourage tourists from cities     9     (visit) such regions.

“Through the     10     (construct) of museums, we aim to deliver a better living environment and also higher incomes to villagers,” said Sun Ying, Party chief of Xinjia village.

10 . 假定你是李华，你的新西兰笔友Nick下个月将到北京旅游，特来信询问有关北京的情况。请给他写一封回信，内容包括：
1.北京的基本概况(地理位置、历史等)；
2.旅游景点；
3.期待和祝愿。
注意：
1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Nick,
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Yours,

Li Hua