2 . SHARK CONSERVATION IN SOUTH AFRICA

Take a two-week trip that you will never forget as a volunteer with sharks on a beautiful stretch of South Africa’s coastline. Head out to sea to witness one of the world’s most powerful (and most misunderstood) creatures on this inspiring project, enjoying watching them from both above and below water.

The DAY-BY-DAY schedule

Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town on a Sunday. You will be collected from the airport and spend your first night in a guest house in the city centre.

Day 2: You will be collected bright and early from the guest house and taken down to the project. The drive takes about 90 minutes. You will receive a welcome and head out to sea to witness your first sharks!

Day 3+: Most days you will be out on the boat with the sharks, depending on weather. Help out with the full range of tasks on the boats, and in conservation initiatives on land too.

Last day: On the final day of your project you will be taken back to Cape Town for your onward travel.

The price is £829,including the voluntary work programme with accommodations,   airport transfers, one night in a guest house in Cape Town, breakfasts daily and lunches when on the boats. Your trip can be extended at a cost of £ 375 per week.

It is an amazing experience! Some volunteers planned to stay for 4 weeks, extended to 6 weeks and still didn’t want to come home. If you’d like to chat about this holiday or need help, we’re very happy to help.

Call us at 01273 823 700.

Email us at rosy@responsibletravel.com.

1. When will you really begin your shark watching trip?

A．On a Friday.	B．On a Saturday.
C．On a Sunday.	D．On a Monday.

2. What will you probably do on the third day if weather permits?

A．Sail on the ocean.

B．Return to Cape Town.

C．Buy some souvenirs.

D．Dive with sharks.

3. How much will you spend on a three-week shark conservation trip?

A．£ 375.

B．£ 750.

C．£ 829.

D．£ 1,204.

3 . The travel agencies listed here can help you plan and book your tip to New Zealand, whether you’re on a budget or wish to experience a luxury holiday. These agencies are officially recognized and they are expert in New Zealand airlines, accommodation, activities, and more.

Travel Time South Pacific

Travel our beautiful New Zealand by self-drive car, motorhome or coach tour (independent or group). We have been designing and booking itineraries (行程) for thousands of very satisfied travelers since 1987. On call 24 hours 7 days in case you need our help.

Mt. Cook Package Tour

This is a very exciting and affordable package tour for 1 night, 2 days that includes a shuttle bus between Queenstown, Mt. Cook and Christchurch, with lunch and dinner of the day of arrival and breakfast of the next morning.

Flying Horse Travel

Flying Horse Travel is a New Zealand travel agency specialising in self-drive trips for independent travelers in New Zealand. We also provide guided tours for small groups (up to 10 people) and are especially good at serving travelers who don’t speak English.

Milford Sound Full Day Tour

The Milford Sound is well-known as the most famous world heritage site in New Zealand, located in Fiordland National Park. The tour stays for two hours at Milford Sound, where travelers can enjoy amazing views and see wild animals like blue ducks, Oamaru Blue Penguins, fur seals, Kakapos and Dusky Dolphins.

1. What is special about Mt. Cook Package Tour?

A．It designs itineraries for travelers.

B．It provides self-drive cars and coaches.

C．It offers airport pick-up services.

D．It provides travelers with 3 meals.

2. Which agency might a Chinese-speaking traveler choose?

A．Flying Horse Travel.	B．Mt. Cook Package Tour.
C．Travel Time South Pacific.	D．Milford Sound Full Day Travel.

3. What can travelers see at Milford Sound?

A．Red swans.	B．White tigers.
C．Dusky Dolphins.	D．Pandas.

4 . 上周末你和父母参观了2011西安世界园艺博览会(International Horticultural Exposition 2011 Xi’an China)，收获颇多。请你根据下列提示，写一篇80词左右的英语微博，以便让更多的人分享你的快乐。
1. 这是一届园艺盛会，给人以美的享受；
2. 不仅欣赏到各种各样的园艺和建筑(architecture)，而且还了解了西安的历史和文化；
3. 希望更多的人去参观这届园艺博览会，去享受这视觉盛宴（feast for the eyes）。
注意：可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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5 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

The 7-day holiday is entitled “Golden Week” by the Chinese government     1     (celebrate) the most important festival in China—the Spring Festival. Nowadays more and more people choose to travel by     2     (drive) their own cars to celebrate the Spring Festival Golden Week     3     families.

People can see a report     4     (publish) on the Internet which shows that self-driving tourism     5     (attract) more and more people over the past few years.

Driving your own car is     6     worthwhile way to try when you decide to travel. Compared with joining a travel agency, driving your own car gives more freedom. However, if you are a member of a travel group, your schedule is beyond your control. Guides may lead you to some places     7     you don’t want to go.

Apart from that, self-driving tourism offers you many     8     (opportunity) to spend some happy time with your family. During the tour, you help and encourage each other when tired.     9     (obvious), the emotional connections would become closer after an     10     (enjoy) tour.

6 . 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。

Traveling abroad is gaining more    1     (popular). Therefore, in order to leave a good impression on foreign people and avoid getting     2     (you) into trouble, it is important to know the things that you should never do when you are visiting another country. In Japan, don't tip anyone. Tipping is just not part of     3    culture. If you leave the tip on the table, they will come running after you with it. Do not enter some certain places     4    your shoes on. For example, some     5     (tradition) Japanese restaurants require you to take off shoes before     6    (enter). Just follow suit and you won't go wrong. When you're in Russia, never give even number of flowers as a gift. That's for dead people. A proper bouquet (花束) should consist of flowers with the number like 1, 3, 5, 7, etc. In some holy (神圣的) places like temples in India, trousers or dresses     7     show   anything above the ankles are considered unacceptable and therefore     8     (official) banned. This     9     (apply) to both sexes. If you're in Singapore, don't feed birds, bring pets into public, or eat or drink on public transport. All of these actions will get you     10     (fine).

7 . Day trip-Xi’an Highlights Tour

* Date of the event: Jan. 9th. Saturday

* Assembling place: The Capital airport

* Itinerary(行程):

Early morning: We will take the flight at around 6:35 am to Xi’an.

9:00 am: This full-day guided tour of   Xi’an begins with a visit to the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century, the amazing Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, which boasts (拥有) the title of the World’s Eighth Great Wonder.

3:00 pm: We will visit one of the oldest existing Chinese city walls. You can choose to walk part of the city wall, or you can cycle along the city wall. On the city wall, you can wander around, free your mind, and digest the details of the city, the people, and the culture.

5:00 pm: We will leave you some free time to explore the nearby famous Muslim bazaar, where many delicious local snacks, unique and interesting souvenirs may arouse your interest. Later we will enjoy the beautiful Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City. With the background of the Tang Culture, this street shows the leading role in terms of religion, literature, art, science and technology from the perspectives (视角) of architecture, sculpture and activity.

8:00 pm: After your full-day guided tour, we will go to the airport and take the return flight at 22: 30 pm.

Late night: We are expected to arrive at Daxing Airport at 00: 40 am, and we will arrange for a bus to take everyone to downtown Beijing.

* Trip fee:

Normal Price: 1600 RMB

Early bird price: 30 RMB discount per person (only for purchase before November 13)

You will enjoy more discounts if more people join the tour (≥3 people, 50 RMB off/person)

INCLUDE

Round trip ticket between Beijing-Xi’an

Transfers between Daxing airport-Beijing downtown

Local transportation fee

Insurance

Professional English explanation of historical attractions

EXCLUDE

Entrance Fees: To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary(行程).

—The Terracotta Army-120 RMB

—The Ancient City Wall of Xi’an-54 RMB

—Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City-Free

Personal expenses: such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.

1. What will the visitors probably do at 4: 00 pm that day?

A．Admire the Terracotta Warriors.

B．Wander on the Ancient City Wall.

C．Enjoy local snacks at Muslim bazaar.

D．Visit Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City.

2. How much will a family of three visiting all the attractions included pay at least?

A．5232 RMB.	B．5082 RMB.
C．4710 RMB.	D．4560 RMB.

3. Who are among the target group of the tour?

A．Natives of Xi’an.	B．Beijingers fond of travelling.
C．Foreigners living in Beijing.	D．Those enjoying natural scenery.

8 . Still seeking a destination for your holiday? We want to inform you of four best places that are probably a mere walk away from your home.

Highlands

This Scottish destination, only accessible on foot or by boat, is Britain’s last wilderness. Over a week, you’ll hike into the Black Hills, cross the peninsula north to south and set sail for hikes on Skye, Rum and Eigg. Finish each day at a beach-side lodge (小屋), with dinner at the award-winning restaurant next door.

Snowdonia

The Snowdonia Way, the only low-level long-distance route, was only created in 2017, and remains unnoticed on the ground. Join the new guided walking trip and you won’t need to concentrate on directions, just the fine views as you pass falls, forests, riversides and Roman roads.

Hadrian’s Wall

Walking along Hadrian’s Wall is like travelling back in time—and even more so if you do it in expert company. Andante’s hike along the ancient barrier is accompanied by a historian every step of the way, who will point out every Roman road, fort, milecastle and inscription, and tell you all about Hadrian’s tactics and Roman daily life.

Dorest

The Isle of Purbeck is ideal for families: the walking is relatively gentle; the beaches are glorious; the range of other attractions varied; and the buses handy, if little legs get tired. Over a few days, mix rambling the coast and hills (routes are around five or six miles) with steam train rides and sea swims, playing knights at ruined Corfe Castle and fossil-hunting at Kimmeridge Bay.

1. What can we know about Highlands?

A．It is very modern.	B．It is a guided trip.
C．It can be reached by bus.	D．It provides quality dinner.

2. Which of the following is the best choice for families?

A．Snowdonia.	B．Dorset.
C．Hadrian’s Wall.	D．Highlands.

3. What do the four travel routes have in common?

A．They are all walking routes.

B．They are all high-level routes.

C．Their destinations are the same.

D．They are helpful to learn about history.

9 . The London Eye remains temporarily closed but in line with the Government's roadmap out of lockdown we plan to reopen from 17th May.You can pre-book now. Further information can be found here.

What to Expect

The London Eye soars 443 fee into the sky and views stretching25 miles every direction.Since opening in 2000,it has been used as a backdrop in countless films and is loved by Britons and visitors alike.This is the UK's most popular visitor attraction,visited by over 3.5 million people a year.

Each London Eye capsule holds up to 25 passengers comfortably. All capsules are fully air-conditioned and rotate (旋转)on a special device designed to keep everyone upright as the wheel makes a slow but progressive rotation.The full rotation lasts 30 minutes of an ever changing view of this dynamic city.

Opening Times

■September to May 10:00am—8:00pm daily

■June 10:00am—9:00pm daily

■July 10:00am—9:30pm daily

■August 10:00am—-8:30pm daily

■Not open on Christmas Day or during maintenance period.

Ticket Prices

Adult: January to March ₤15.00 April to December ₤15.50

Child (5-15 years): January to March ₤7.50 April to December ₤7.75

Child under 5 years: free

Senior (60 plus): ₤12.00

Booking line

■9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Sunday

■Telephone: 0870 5000 600

1. Which of the following does the London Eye ride offer?

A．A 30-minute fast rotation.

B．An insight into its long history.

C．A 360°moving view of the city.

D．A non-chargeable admission.

2. When is the London Eye open in January?

A．10:00am—-8:00pm.

B．100am-9:00pm.

C．10:00am-—9:30pm.

D．10:00am—8:30pm.

3. What's the charge for a young couple with a 5-year-old boy who visit on the reopening

A．₤30

B．₤31

C．₤37.5

D．₤38.75

10 . Hubei Province has long been a favorite Chinese tourist destination because of its natural scenery, historic cities, and beautiful mountains. Here are some of the best places to visit in Hubei Province.

Yellow Crane Tower

Yellow Crane Tower is known as one of the Three Famous Towers South of Yangtze River, together with Yueyang Tower in Hunan and Tengwang Pavilion in Jiangxi. The history of Yellow Crane Tower dates back to the Three Kingdoms period (220-280) in Chinese history. The tower was used as a watchtower by the King of Wu's army in the beginning.

Enshi Grand Canyon

Enshi Grand Canyon can be China's answer to the Grand Canyon in Arizona, the United States in beauty. The canyon runs 108 kilometers and occupies a land area of 3,000 square kilometers. The region where Enshi Grand Canyon is located used to be a vast sea with many limestone deposits 230 million years ago.

Shennongjia Scenic Area

It is famous for its varied plant species as well as mountains. Regarded as the “Lungs of Central China", the forest coverage reaches over 90 percent of the area. Due to the special climate, it is neither too hot in summer nor too cold in winter. Sometimes clouds stretch around mountains, rewarding tourists with unforgettable views. Besides, the area is home to some rare animals such as golden monkeys, white bears and antelope.

The Three-Gorge Tribe scenic spot

Located in the area of the Xiling Gorge in the city of Yichang, it has the beauty of landscape paintings. The spot is a “Protected Center of the Popular Culture and Art of the Three Gorges”. Since ancient times, a lot of famous scholars have produced a great number of excellent poems praising the beauty of this place, some of which are carved on the stones along the Yangtze River.

1. What is special about Yellow Crane Tower?

A．It has a long history.

B．It offers a scenic view.

C．It once served war's purposes.

D．It is the best-known tower in China.

2. Why is the Grand Canyon in Arizona mentioned ?

A．To explain its popularity in China.

B．To help readers know more about it.

C．To prove the beauty of the Chinese canyon.

D．To show differences between the two canyons.

3. Which place will a Chinese literature lover probably visit?

A．Enshi Grand Canyon.

B．Yellow Crane Tower.

C．Shennongjia Scenic Area.

D．The Three-Gorge Tribe scenic spot.