2 . “If you feel unloved, go mountain climbing, after which you will feel so exhausted that you won’t think about it.” Recently, a self-made sign post at Yuelu Mountain in Changsha, Hunan province has trended on social media platforms. Many people go to the mountain to take pictures with the sign. Mountain hiking has become a new trend for people looking for beautiful autumn views.

One can find the sign on a small road near the west gate of the mountain. The sign has also become a must visit for travelers. One netizen joked that it is vital to climb the mountain. Another said if you feel unloved, go working, and then you will also be exhausted and get paid.

A staff member from the Yuelu Mountain scenic spot management office said the office did not put up the sign, but it has become famous.

A milk tea store at the foot of the mountain has launched an “unloved” specialty and many travelers bring bumper stickers that say “unloved” while looking for the “unloved” sign, the staff said.

The sign was actually put up by mountain climbing lovers. The “heart-shaped track” on Yuelu Mountain has also trended at social media platforms recently, with netizens exploring a new track to climb the mountain, which forms the shape of a heart. While one can reach the mountain top, which is about 300 meters high, in about 30 minutes via a concrete road, the heart-shaped track is much longer and takes about three to four hours to complete.

ICE (pseudonym), 28, said she and her friends tried the heart-shaped track a few days ago and did not feel very tired. “Many people do not exercise often and are not in very good health, so the sign is a way to joke about mountain climbing,” she said.

1. Which word could best describe the milk tea store keeper?

A．Smart.	B．Committed.
C．Industrious.	D．Unrealistic.

2. Which of the statements is TRUE according to the passage?

A．Many people feel unloved nowadays.	B．Working is more rewarding than hiking.
C．Being exhausted is the best cure for a broken heart.	D．People have different interpretations of the sign post.

3. What can be learned about the “heart-shaped track”?

A．Whoever takes it could find true love.	B．It is more demanding than another route.
C．Both the sign and the track are practical jokes.	D．The management office designs the track this autumn.

4. What could be a suitable title for the passage?

A．A Signpost Shoot to Fame Online	B．Hiking is A Good Way to Find Love
C．Yuelu Mountain, A Famous Scenic Spot	D．Mountain Hiking, A Fashionable Trend

3 . While being in a foreign country may be fun, there is always danger abroad. All visitors from any country should learn what the dangers are in foreign countries and how to protect themselves no matter how sure they are that they are safe. There is always the possibility that something can go wrong, so, as they say, it’s better to be safe than sorry.     1    

Research the country you are going to before you go.     2     View travel advisories from reputable（声誉好的) sources such as the US and UK, and take note of any potential issues you may encounter. A streetwise traveler should also know emergency numbers, and at least a bit of the language(like the word for “help” ). Your government may have resources available to travelers that will outline what you need to be prepared for.

Make three copies of everything before you leave. Make copies of your passport, travel itinerary and tickets, credit cards, driver’s license, and any other important documents.     3     This can make it easier for you to recover if any of your documents are stolen, but keep the copies in separate locations, and keep them safe. You can also consider making scans of your documents and e-mailing them as attachments（附件) to yourself to be printed when and if needed. You may be able to store your important documents in an online “ safe” for more security.

    4     Remember that the tap water may be treated with different chemicals from those in your home country and could still make you ill if you drink it, especially for children and the elderly. Also, when buying water from a vendor in the streets, make sure that the ca p is still attached to its ring.

Keep your personal information secret. No one but you needs to know where you are staying, where you are going, and when you are doing it. No matter how trustworthy a person seems, it’s not important they know your personal information. If somebody asks where you are staying, then lie. When checking in a hotel, don’t say your room number out loud at any time. Ideally, the hotel clerk should be cautious about it.     5    

A．Safeguard your room.

B．Check to see if tap water is safe.

C．You should copy the back of everything as well.

D．The following tips can make your next foreign trip as safe as possible.

E．If you think others heard your room number, simply ask to have it changed.

F．The best way of researching is to search on the Internet for legal information.

G．If you are quiet and respectful, you are less likely to draw attention to yourself.

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。

Meihekou city in Northeast China’s Jilin province was filled with travelers     1    Wednesday night as the “Sleepless in Northeast” commercial street     2    （turn) into a center of traditional performances. The fascinating hanfu performances attracted many     3    （visitor) from around China.

For anyone visiting Meihekou, this commercial street is a must visit,     4    （know) for its guochao culture. Guochao, or “China chic”, is a Chinese phrase     5    （refer) to homegrown style. Here, the street combines traditional with modern culture while serving up delicious foods from across     6     country.

    7    （celebrate) the upcoming Mid Autumn Festival and     8    （nation ) Day holiday, a guochao carnival will     9    （hold) at the place through Oct 6, to create a collision(碰撞) between the traditional     10     new. Nearly a hundred performers will attract the audience with hanfu performances, showing the timeless charm of traditional Chinese costumes and culture.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does Rosie like best about China?

A．Its architecture.

B．Its food.

C．Its scenery.

2. Where does Rosie come from?

A．The UK.

B．The US.

C．Australia.

3. Why does Rosie come to China most probably?

A．To settle down.

B．To work.

C．To have a visit.

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。

Though once secluded (与世隔绝的), even inaccessible, Kazakhstan today welcomes intrepid travelers with open arms.

Kazakhstan is the world’s largest landlocked (内陆的) country, and the     1     (nine) largest in the world. The country is one of the most economically advanced in Central Asia, thanks to     2     (it) abundant oil reserves and other valuable minerals.

Even for some     3     (experience) travelers, Kazakhstan is still     4     unfamiliar state. While home to the raw beauty of the steppe (草原) and mountain scenery, there are no yurts (蒙古包) like in Kyrgyzstan     5     Mongolia. The country also has a fascinating history of medieval (中世纪的) Islamic architecture.

But for those     6     have stepped foot in the country, its most     7     (attract) features are its unique landscapes and freedom.

Panfilov Park in the eastern-center of Almaty has plenty     8     places of interest that offer a whistle-stop tour of the city’s history. Not far behind the     9     (large) of them is the yellow, green and red Tsaristera Ascension Cathedral (大教堂), a visually attractive structure that is claimed to be one of the tallest wooden     10     (build) in the world.

10 . Last summer, my family and I went on a road trip to the Grand Canyon. It was our first family vacation in years, and we were all ______ to spend some quality time together. We ______ our car with snacks, water, and a lot of sunscreen, and then ______ the road.

The trip was long, but we kept ourselves ______ with card games and singing along to our favourite songs. When we finally arrived at the Grand Canyon, we were ______ by the breathtaking views. We spent the next few days hiking, taking pictures, and ______ the area.

One of the highlights of the trip was when we went on a helicopter ______ of the Grand Canyon. It was a great ______, and we all felt like we were on top of the world. We took a lot of pictures and videos, and we still ______ them to this day.

As the trip came to an end, we all felt a sense of ______. We didn’t want to go back to our busy ______. We wanted to stay together and keep exploring. ______, we knew that we had to go back home.

Looking back on the trip, I realized how important it is to spend time with ______. In our busy life, we often forget to slow down and enjoy the little moments. The trip ______ me of the importance of ______ memories and cherishing (珍惜) the time we have with our loved ones.

1.

A．satisfied

B．excited

C．confused

D．annoyed

2.

A．packed up

B．cleaned up

C．pulled over

D．turned over

3.

A．followed

B．repaired

C．hit

D．filmed

4.

A．organized

B．addicted

C．challenged

D．entertained

5.

A．amazed

B．cheated

C．frightened

D．trapped

6.

A．measuring

B．designing

C．exploring

D．assessing

7.

A．experiment

B．sale

C．exhibition

D．tour

8.

A．experience

B．effort

C．regret

D．accident

9.

A．add

B．watch

C．make

D．record

10.

A．relaxation

B．sadness

C．relief

D．anger

11.

A．school

B．classes

C．life

D．neighborhoods

12.

A．Besides

B．Otherwise

C．Therefore

D．However

13.

A．family

B．strangers

C．staff

D．colleagues

14.

A．informed

B．reminded

C．warned

D．cured

15.

A．changing

B．losing

C．creating

D．recognizing