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2 . Best places to visit in Canada in 2022
Thinking about exploring Canada? Here is the perfect list of the great places that are worthy of being visited in Canada on your trip.
Niagara Falls
Have a great time enjoying the views and clicking pictures of the cascading (倾泻) falls. You’ll have an unparalleled sightseeing experience when you visit it at night.
Best time to visit: June-August
How to reach: The nearest airport is just 30-40 minutes away. You can take a cab and reach the falls easily.
Things to do:
Witness the excellent waterfalls
Whistler
Home to one of the largest ski resorts in North America, it’s one of the best places in Canada for winter holidays! Skiing and snowshoeing are few of the thrilling sports to indulge (沉迷) in for enjoying in this fascinating snow land.
Best time to visit: June-August, December-March
How to reach: The nearest airport is 2.5 hours away from Whistler.You can take a cab and reach Whistler precisely.
Things to do:
Indulge in snowmobiling
Visit dozens of art museums and cultural centres
Quebec City
Have an amazing time with your partner in the magical Quebec city. It is one of the most charming places to see in Canada because of the art and cultural scenes.
Best time to visit: June, September-December
How to reach: You can take a cab from the airport to reach the city easily.
Things to do:
Visit the historic attractions
Walk along the scenic Terrasse Dufferin
Butchart Gardens
It’s the best place to explore with a camera in hand. With a charming display of flowers around and fun boat tours, there’s a lot to see and do!
Best time to visit: July & August
How to reach: The best way is by taking bus number 75.
Things to do:
Capture the excellent flowers around
Witness the fireworks show
1. What do we know about Niagara Falls?| A．You can only take photos of it at night. |
| B．You should take a bus to get there. |
| C．You are forbidden to visit it in July. |
| D．You’ll have a wonderful experience at night. |
| A．Whistler. | B．Niagara Falls. |
| C．Quebec City. | D．Butchart Gardens. |
| A．They offer a free ride to you. |
| B．They appeal to culture lovers. |
| C．They are accessible by plane. |
| D．They open in the same months. |
3 . Edible(可食用的) cities are becoming increasingly popular around the world. In the city of Andernach, Germany, anyone who lives or happens to be in the town of 30,000 people is encouraged to pick and take whatever they want from the fruiting trees and bushes in the town center. The town, which sits in the Rhine River Valley, is among the growing number of edible cities across the globe. Since the start of the program in 2010, there is more than enough produce to go around every year regardless of whether someone grabs a single pear or a bag full of potatoes.
“People here are very proud when talking to others about our edible city,” shared Bettina Schneider, city team coordinator(协调员) for the Edible Cities Network in Andernach. “The land that was changed into fruiting gardens and orchards(果园) in Andernach was previously overgrown. But today the town is covered with peach, almond and pear trees.”
Andernach’s public gardens and orchards have also inspired other cities in Germany and throughout the European Union to follow suit. Today, the Edible Cities Network—a group of about 150 cities worldwide with fruit trees and vegetable gardens in public places for anyone to access free of charge—is funded by the European Commission.
“Public green natural spaces in cities are incredibly valuable, and even more so as temperatures rise and cities become more crowded,” said Ina sāumel, a principal investigator for the Edible Cities Network. She explained that Edible Cities Network’s goal is to encourage people to get involved in their urban parks instead of only thinking of them as passive places.
Many cities in the United States have also started similar projects. There are public lands from Seattle to North Carolina where people are welcome to pick and take from fruiting trees and bushes.
1. What can people do in an edible city?| A．Grow fruit trees and potatoes anywhere. |
| B．Pick agricultural products on public land. |
| C．Go to any restaurant to enjoy food for free. |
| D．Make a fortune by selling apples and peaches. |
| A．Favorable. | B．Intolerant. |
| C．Doubtful. | D．Unclear. |
| A．To enable people to access fresh food. | B．To make the cities cleaner and nicer. |
| C．To stop people from living a busy life. | D．To involve people in their urban parks. |
| A．Some edible cities in America. | B．Predictions about edible cities. |
| C．Evaluations about edible cities. | D．People’s dependence on edible cities. |
1. Why does the woman talk to Rick?
| A．To cancel her trip. | B．To say goodbye. | C．To book a ticket. |
| A．France. | B．Canada. | C．Germany. |
The Yangtze River,
Life on board was relaxing with plenty to occupy the time and mind. We passed Wuhan
As a foreigner, I
6 . There were smiling children all the way. Clearly they knew at what time the train passed their homes and they made it their business to stand along the railway, wave to complete strangers and cheer them up as they rushed towards Penang. Often whole families stood outside their homes and waved and smiled as if those on the trains were their favorite relatives. These are the simple village people of Malaysia. I was moved.
I had always traveled to Malaysia by plane or car, so this was the first time I was on a train. I did not particularly (特别) relish the long train journey and had bought along a dozen magazines to read and reread. I looked about the train. There was not one familiar (熟悉的) face. I sighed and sat down to read my Economics.
It was not long before the train was across the Causeway and in Malaysia. Johor Bahru was just another city like Singapore, so I was tired of looking at the crowds of people as they hurried past. As we went beyond the city, I watched the straight rows of rubber trees and miles and miles of green. Then the first village came into sight. Immediately I came alive; I decided to wave back.
From then on my journey became interesting. I threw my magazines into the waste basket and decided to join in Malaysian life. Then everything came alive. The mountains seemed to speak to me. Even the trees were smiling. I stared at everything as if I was looking at it for the first time.
The day passed fast and I even forgot to have my lunch until I felt hungry. I looked at my watch and was surprised that it was 3: 00 pm. Soon the train pulled up at Butterworth. I looked at the people all around me. They all looked beautiful. When my uncle arrived with a smile, I threw my arms around him to give him a warm hug. I had never done this before. He seemed surprised and then his weather-beaten face warmed up with a huge smile. We walked arm in arm to his car.
I looked forward to the return journey.
1. Why did the author mention the families standing outside their homes?| A．To show the real life of village people. |
| B．To show the friendliness of village people. |
| C．To show how village people found pleasure. |
| D．To show how village people warmed their relatives. |
| A．Choose. | B．Enjoy. | C．Prepare for. | D．Carry on. |
| A．Excited. | B．Unsatisfied. | C．Disappointed. | D．Bored. |
| A．My exciting journey to Malaysia |
| B．Scenery adding pleasure to my train trip |
| C．My unforgettable train trip in Butterworth |
| D．Waves and smiles cheering up my train trip |
7 . Close your eyes. What does your dream hotel look like? Does it have chandeliers? Do the rooms have beds covered with rose petals? Do the bathrooms have Jacuzzis? Are there breathtaking views from the balcony? Is the hotel made of brick? Marble? Ice? Ice sounds a bit ridiculous, but a hotel made of ice is actually a reality.
Sweden’s Icehotel is the latest cool hotel in town, and it really is made of ice. So, how did this idea come about? It all started in 1990. A French artist held the opening of his exhibition in a man-made igloo on the frozen Tome River--- home of the Icehotel. The igloo was named “Arctic Hall” and attracted many visitors. Among these visitors was a brave group of adventurers who used the igloo as their accommodation. This act of bravery, (or madness, depending on your perspective) inspired the construction of the Icehotel.
Situated 200 km above the Arctic Circle, the hotel is only open during the winter months. Why? Because the ice starts to melt in the spring time. This means that the hotel is built from scratch every year. As soon as winter begins, architects, ice sculptors and artists meet in Sweden’s Lapland to build this beautiful creation.
But does this hotel have any of the facilities you find in a regular hotel? Well, actually, yes. In fact, the Icehotel seems to have everything: the famous “Absolute IceBar”, an ice art exhibition and a cinema. It even has an ice sauna and spa to keep you warm. And, of course, you can enjoy the natural habitat that surrounds the hotel, There is a snowmobile safari which takes you across the snowfields. And if you’re feeling brave, you can drive the snowmobile yourself.
The Icehotel is a real find. And, it’s not impossible to get to, either. There are flights and trains every day. If you’re travelling from London, it will take you only three and a half hours to get there. So, what are you waiting for? Just make sure you wrap up warm and take a thermal sleeping bag.
1. Why did the author ask so many questions in Paragraph 1?| A．To express his doubts. |
| B．To compare different hotels. |
| C．To present his dream hotel. |
| D．To introduce the main topic. |
| A．store paintings and materials |
| B．offer adventurous activities |
| C．hold an exhibition |
| D．provide accommodation for visitors |
| A．It takes on a new look every year. |
| B．It is located outside the Arctic Circle. |
| C．It is designed by Swedish artists. |
| D．It is open all the year round. |
| A．drive your car around |
| B．enjoy ice sculptures |
| C．drink in the bar |
| D．see a film in the cinema |
8 . At 12, my father decided to take me on a trip to France. I had never been out of the country before, so I was very excited. My aunt, my father and I went around with my father showing us all the unbelievable sites in Paris. None of us spoke much French but we loved the city.
We had taken the subway all over the city and were congratulating ourselves on our mastering what is honestly an excellent subway design that is pretty easy to follow. We decided to visit Versailles by train. We chatted happily along the way until my father realized we were far into the French countryside and no one around spoke English.
We reached the end of the line and felt afraid when everyone finally left the train. An old man and his grandchild noticed us and came to help. He spoke no English, so in broken French we tried to explain. When he finally understood, this great man settled his grandson and showed us to the correct train and then boarded with us.
Later we knew the truth that there was a train transfer (转乘) and he didn’t want us to miss it. This kind man rode a train for an hour and a half out of his way to make sure that three Americans got where they wanted to be. He refused to let us pay for his ticket. He did it all with a gentle smile and patted our hands gently at the stop. Then in his quiet way, he boarded the train to return the way he had come.
What impressed me most was the man and his kindness during the amazing trip. Some Americans think the French are rude for some reason, but I always try to persuade them to change their minds with this very story.
1. What happened to the author and his family on the train?| A．They couldn’t understand the signs of the train. |
| B．They failed to get off the train at the right time. |
| C．They had different opinions about where to go first. |
| D．They found it hard to communicate with the French. |
| A．He paid for their train tickets. | B．He showed them the returning way. |
| C．He invited them to travel together. | D．He led them to their place. |
| A．Seeing is believing. | B．Being kind is a good manner. |
| C．Travelling enriches one’s life. | D．Helping others brings great pleasure. |
| A．To explain an unexpected problem. |
| B．To list the unbelievable sites in Paris. |
| C．To share an unforgettable foreign experience. |
| D．To show the importance of mastering a foreign language. |
1. Where is the new sports center?
| A．On Hill Road. | B．On Mill Street. | C．On Station Road. |
| A．He went swimming. | B．He climbed mountains. | C．He played table tennis. |
“Maggie, I’ll go to Edinburgh tomorrow for business. Would you like to come with me?” Grandpa asked his young granddaughter.
She looked up at him with excited eyes and said, “Grandpa, I’d love to go. Can we go to the castle (城堡)? Can we shop on the Princes street? Can we go on a double-decker bus (双层巴士)?”
“Hold on there. I can’t promise we will be able to go to the castle ,but perhaps we can do a bit of shopping and go on the bus,”he said, “Go and ask your grandmother if it is all right with her.”
Maggie ran off to find her. She was outside in the garden. “Grandma, can I go with grandpa to Edinburgh tomorrow?”
Grandma stopped weeding the turnip patch. “Go and have fun,” she said.
“Why don’t you come too, Grandma?” Maggie asked.
“I’ve got too much work here. My garden needs weeding and I’ve got to tend to the sheep,” she explained . “You go and enjoy yourself. ”
Maggie hardly slept that night, she’d only been to Edinburgh once before. She was up before the sun rose over the horizon. Grandpa said they were to get an early start. Maggie ate breakfast, which consisted of porridge and a banana, then dressed and was ready to go. Grandpa waited for her outside. “Are you ready?” he asked, smiling down at her.
Maggie was wearing a bright red skirt, a white blouse (衬衫) with little red flowers embroidered on the corner, a red cardigan (开衫),white socks and red shoes, and her brown pigtail (马尾) were tied in red ribbons. “I’m ready, grandpa,”she said excitedly.
He took her by the hand and they walked down to the bus station. They boarded soon after arriving and found a seat near the front. Maggie sat by the window. During the long drive down to the town, she sat staring out of the window. “We are almost there ,”grandpa nudged (轻推) her. “Look up there on the hill. That’s the castle,” he said softly.
Paragraph 1:
At last the bus stopped at the bottom of the hill near the castle.
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Paragraph 2:
Grandpa and Maggie walked down the hill, through the park and over to the bus station.
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