1 . 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。

Following Zibo and Harbin, Tianshui, an ancient Silk Road city in Northwest China’s Gansu Province, became the latest place that has caused     1     nationwide craze thanks to its malatang, or spicy hot pot. Tianshui spicy hot pot     2    (make) by cooking raw ingredients(原料) —meats, vegetables and noodles, in a pot of boiling broth. Then they are rolled into a large steel basin, drizzled with garlic sauce, sprinkled with Tianshui peppercorns and crushed peanuts,     3    (brush) with bright red chili oil, and colored with coriander and green onions. Fragrant and     4    (visual) appealing, it provokes(刺激) taste buds on the tip of tourists’ tongue. Different     5     Sichuan cuisine, the secrets to the unique flavor and attractive appearance of Tianshui malatang come from local speciality ingredients in Tianshui—Gangu chili peppers and Maiji peppercorns, both     6    (belong)to local speciality agricultural industries. Unlike the peppers used throughout Sichuan, the Tianshui pepper is fragrant and juicy. It     7    (burn) in the mouth but is smooth in the stomach.

Tianshui not only has delicious spicy hot pot food, but also stands out for its distinctive     8    (region)culture. Its grottoes and murals(石窟与壁画) are among the most famous art     9    (form) in Gansu. The Maijishan Grottoes,     10     are home to 221caves and more than 1,000 square meters of ancient murals, are known for their impressive beauty.

2 . The Best Maldives Island for Your Travel Style

Every resort (度假地) in Maldives is its own private island but choosing the right one for you can be difficult. Want to kick off your Indian Ocean holiday in style? Our guide will help you know what to look for in the hunt for your ideal island.

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

You’ll never go hungry at the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, which has 11 restaurants, including ones specializing in garden-to-table cuisine. There are regular food-themed events, too — our favorites include Arabian Night and the Twilight Seafood Barbecue.

Four Seasons Resort Maldives

Considered one of the best spots in the Maldives for honeymoons, the Four Seasons Resort Maldives has a huge range of room categories and offers a brilliant selection of packages, including Island Romance packages that feature fantastic extras designed with couples in mind.

Fairmont Maldives

There are numerous reasons to visit the Fairmont Maldives, including the fact that it’s a great place to learn about sustainability, whether it’s at the Sustainability Lab, where guests can turn discarded plastic bottles into jewelry or during excursions with marine biologists from a charity created to protect sea turtles.

Heritance Aarah

Heritance Aarah recently opened its Live Maldivian Village Museum, which focuses on 4,000 years of Maldivian history. Guests can learn about the art of coral stone carving and find out why locals are known as some of the world’s best boat builders.

To ensure you experience the Maldives’ best bits, schedule a holiday every month without fail. We’re joking, but you get the point: think what you want to see and do, and brush up on the different areas’ seasonal selling points.

1. Who are the target readers of the article?

A．Sports lovers.	B．Travel enthusiasts.
C．Wilderness explorers.	D．Travel agents.

2. What do you know about the four islands recommended?

A．They are the first four most-visited sites.	B．They have their own unique characteristics.
C．They are just tailored for young couples.	D．They feature absolute peace and tranquility.

3. Why does the author make suggestions in the last paragraph?

A．To persuade you to journey to Maldives.	B．To urge you to start a holiday early.
C．To remind you not to miss selling points.	D．To help you choose the ideal island.

3 . The sun near the equator is never-ceasing, bearing down as I lead Elaine, a dark brown horse, through thick bushes. It’s been a long day on horseback. My legs ache and our camp signals across a ridge of ancient folding hills in the Lolldaiga Range of northern Kenya, a mosaic (马赛克) of twisted landscapes and communities.

Suddenly Elaine’s ears flick into alert, and the muscles of her body tense beneath me. Our guide Nicholus stretches out a lean arm toward a bush just meters away. My eyes focus, trying my best to see what the others already have: two amber balls glowing from a shadowed form. It’s a young lion, quick and strong, in the middle of the high grass.

A wild silence hangs between us.

Without the defensive hunting vehicle, I feel completely exposed. Peering into the bush, I’m suspended between wonder and terror, the distance between myself and the Savannah’s most notorious hunter unbelievably small. Usually, I’m the one tracking the lion, camera in hand. Now, the lion shifts in my consciousness from object to subject. I shift, too, strongly aware of the soft flesh of my own body.

Nicholus nods his head in the other direction, a safer distance away. He points to shallow holes in the dust. “Look, this is a big lion, and these are young ones, some cubs,” he says. “Probably a mother.” Pawprints marked the earth, each telling the story of more lions, moving in different directions.

It was time to go.

Horseback safaris are still the most immersive way to view wildlife in Kenya. To journey on horseback is to break down the walls — meant to protect, but also to separate us from the natural world. And as we’re absorbed in the thrill of the experience, we’re vividly reminded of the importance of protecting these wild spaces.

Out here your horse is your translator, responding to the low hiss of a leopard, the soft scent of an elephant herd, the cool morning breeze descending from Mount Kenya’s glacial peaks. Your job is to learn how to listen.

1. Which words can NOT describe my horseback journey?

A．Thrilling.

B．Tiring.

C．Breathtaking.

D．Boring.

2. What can we learn from paragraph 3 and 4?

A．I regretted not having driven a vehicle.

B．I felt extremely tense in case of lions’ attack.

C．There will be a big battle between lions and us.

D．It was out of my expectation to break into a lion’s world.

3. Why do people still love engaging horseback travelling in Kenya today?

A．Horses are much cheaper than vehicles.

B．Visitors will experience the wildlife anytime.

C．It is a safe and exciting way to enjoy the wildlife.

D．It offers a chance to reconsider the connection between humans and wildlife.

4. What does the author suggest in the last paragraph?

A．Find more animals to feed.	B．Ask your horse for translation.
C．Feel nature with your heart.	D．Listen to the sound of every animal.

4 . Costa Rica is home to everything from steamy rainforests and misty cloud forests. And there’s enough action to satisfy the most demanding thrill-seeker. Below, we look at the places you won’t want to miss.

La Fortuna

You can get up close to its lava-covered lower slopes by taking the Las Coladas trail, one of several unforgettable hikes around Volcán Arenal National Park, about 7km west of La Fortuna.

Around 7km east of La Fortuna, there’s horseback riding, mountain biking, along with kayaking on Lake Arenal. The region’s natural hot springs make the perfect place to ease weary muscles.

Monteverde

Monteverde’s mist-wreathed cloud forest reserves sit high on the country’s mountainous spine. It’s one of the world’s biodiversity hot spots, with a shocking diversity of plants and animals.

For a bird’s eye view of the forest, take a thrilling ride on a zipline(滑索), skimming the canopy at high speed—Sky Trek Monteverde has an automatic braking system, useful for kids and anxious adults.

The Nicoya Peninsula

Famed for its postcard-perfect beaches and sweet Pacific swells, Nicoya has something for wave riders of all levels. There’s wildlife too: Grande Beach is a nesting site for leatherback turtles from October to March.

Further south, the remote, jungle-backed town of Santa Teresa is now a hip hangout with cool cafes, sushi restaurants and designer boutiques.

1. Who are the targeted readers?

A．Scientists.

B．Travelers.

C．Researchers.

D．Guides.

2. What can people enjoy in both La Fortuna and Monteverde?

A．Outdoor activities.

B．Local snacks.

C．Wildlife watching.

D．Volcano views.

3. Where can you seek thrill in water?

A．La Fortuna and Monteverde.	B．La Fortuna and The Nicoya Peninsula.
C．The Nicoya Peninsula and Monteverde.	D．Santa Teresa and Volcán Arenal National Park.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What are the speakers talking about?

A．Their trip abroad.

B．Vacation plans.

C．Cultural differences

2. Why doesn’t the woman want to go to Mexico?

A．She’s afraid of flying.

B．She hates the food there.

C．She went there with her cousin last summer.

3. What does the man say about Spanish?

A．It’s not easy to learn.

B．He’s been learning it for a year.

C．He can only say a few words.

4. What probably makes the woman change her mind?

A．The beauty of the beaches in Mexico.

B．The possibility of learning some Spanish.

C．Many people speaking English in Mexico.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What tour does the man decide to take today?

A．A three-hour tour.

B．A half-day tour.

C．A one-day tour.

2. What time is it now?

A．10:00 a. m.

B．10:30 a. m.

C．11:00 a. m.

3. Which place will the man visit tomorrow?

A．Buckingham Palace.

B．Westminster Abbey.

C．Windsor Castle.

4. How much does the man pay in total?

A．£15.

B．£90.

C．£105.

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。

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 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 scenic 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     5     (explore) of history, and the classical gardens offered a glimpse into a     6     (story) 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. I never anticipated my expectations would be blown out of the water by “A tale of two cities”.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下问题。
1. What does the man know about Zhuozheng Garden?

A．It was first built in the Qing Dynasty.

B．It tops the other classical gardens in Suzhou.

C．It is about 6 miles away from Gusu District.

2. What does the woman say about Liuyuan Garden and Tuisi Garden?

A．They are eighty miles apart.

B．They are in opposite directions.

C．They are quite close to each other.

3. Which garden will the man skip this time?

A．Tuisi Garden.

B．Liuyuan Garden.

C．Zhuozheng Garden.

4. Why is Suzhou Museum worth visiting?

A．It is otherwise known as the Garden Museum.

B．It features the Qing Dynasty's garden landscaping.

C．It houses relics dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.

10 . Explore the science behind these amazing landscapes

Retracing Charles Darwin’s travels across North Wales

13 May 2024|6 days

Uncover the best of Wales as you explore the dramatic Welsh landscapes of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park and examine the region geology and how it has been transformed by volcanic and glacial activity over the years.Discover the story of Charles Darwin’s 1831 and 1842 tours of Wales,and retrace his travels on this small group journey to Shrewsbury and Snowdonia.

The Rockies and the Badlands:Geology and dinosaurs in Canada

17 June 2024|7 days

Explore the majestic Rocky Mountains west of Calgary and the otherworldly Badlands to the cast,witness the stunning scenery and geology of southerm Alberta.This tour includes two visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites,where you will see first-hand the rugged peaks and glacial features of the Banff portion of Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks and the bone-riddled badlands of Dinosaur Provincial Park.

Short break:Dinosaurs and Hoodoos:Alberta

23 July 2024|3 days

Visit one of the world’s premier dinosaur museums,sail all the way around a World Heritage site with outstanding dinosaur fossils and explore the multi-hued canyons and wind-sculpted hoodoos (石林)of the Alberta Badlands.Throughout this tour you will be accompanied by palaeontologist (古生物学家)Jon Noad,who will share the stories of the rocks,including tales about past oceans,swamps,rivers and deserts,the rise and fall of the dinosaurs and,more recently,ice sheets that covered Alberta and carved out spectacular landscapes.

1. Which of the following might appeal to dinosaur enthusiast most?

A．The Eryri National Park.	B．The Welsh Glaciers.
C．The Rocky Mountains.	D．The Alberta Badlands.

2. What do all the three tours involve?

A．Scientific facts.	B．Tales about the past.
C．Special companions.	D．Visits to World Heritage sites.

3. Where is the passage probably taken from?

A．A research paper.	B．A science fiction.
C．A tourism report.	D．A travel brochure.