1 . Directions: Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.

Life on a Ship

We three children were very excited when we walked up the gangway (舷梯) of the British flagship China Star and saw officers, crew and staff rushing around. A Chinese housekeeper led the way and helped Uncle Jean and Aunt Reine with our luggage. Victor, Claudine and I lagged behind. The housekeeper was tall and thin and towered over everyone.       1     As we followed him down a narrow corridor towards our cabins, Victor whispered to me, “One thing about having no hair at all on your head, you always look neat!”

Though I was still feeling nervous and tongue-tied because it had only been three days since Aunt Reine took me out of St. Joseph’s, I laughed out loud. That was the effect Victor had on people.     2     “Boys to the right and girls to the left,” said Uncle Jean. Our two cabins were directly opposite each other. Inside, everything was neat, bare and clean. While Aunt Reine, Claudine and I were unpacking, there was a knock on the door.

Victor stood there, wearing a bright-red and orange life-jacket. “Why are you wearing that?” Claudine protested. “Our ship hasn’t even sailed yet!” “In case the China Star starts going down. Then you’ll really be sorry you’re not wearing one yourself. Here! Let me show you something!”     3     Our cabin was below deck. Outside we could see nothing but deep dark water.

Claudine became alarmed. “Mama, how often does a ship sink?” she asked. Before Aunt Reine had time to reply, Victor quipped with a straight face, “Only once!” Aunt Reine and I could not help laughing in spite of ourselves. But then Victor did something my brothers would never have done. He took off his life-jacket, slipped it on his sister and showed her how to adjust the straps.     4     At night, our housekeeper brought in a tiny roll-out bed because there were three of us.

A．Once Victor hid in a lifeboat for half an hour while we searched everywhere.

B．His head was completely hairless, and he was obviously unsteady.

C．He and Claudine made me feel at ease as soon as I met them.

D．There were only two narrow twin beds in our cabin, each covered with dark blue sheets.

E．He parted the curtain and looked out of the round window of the ship.

F．He jumped out as we passed below him, scaring and delighting us at the same time.

2 . Welcome to Iceland! I hope that your trip will be pleasant and that __________ will help you during your stay. It includes very important information you might find useful for your travel and we hope you will enjoy it.

Iceland is becoming a very popular place to visit all year round and we are not surprised. The country with its spectacular, unspoiled, fragile and raw nature, hot springs, icebergs and waterfalls is a feast for the eyes both during summer and winter. Our history and culture is young compared to most other countries. We speak our own language, Icelandic, which due to the country’s isolation in the past, has been very well preserved.

Driving in Iceland can be a bit different from many other countries. We do have a number of gravel roads, single lane bridges, narrow roads, rough mountain roads with unbridged rivers, animal stock near or on the road and weather conditions can change quickly. Therefore driving in Iceland needs your full care during your stay because we want you back safe and happy.

We kindly ask you to help us improve our quality by giving us feedback on how we are doing and what we can do better. Not less importantly, we ask you to help us preserve the Icelandic nature which can be very fragile. Off-road driving is strictly forbidden and please do not litter.

In case of trouble, accident or breakdown please don’t hesitate to contact our emergency phone numbers 840-6010 for south and west Iceland, or 840-6000 for north and east Iceland or one of our many locations around the country and we will do our very best to help you to safely continue your journey.

I trust that your travel in Iceland will be comfortable and pleasant. I wish you a safe journey.

1. Which of the following statements might be most suitable for the blank in Paragraph 1?

A．our travel agency magazine	B．this newspaper article
C．the traffic regulations	D．police travel guides

2. Which of the following is TRUE about Iceland?

A．Travelling in Iceland is only popular in summer and winter.

B．The country is not much visited because of its special language.

C．Travelers can enjoy nice food when travelling in Iceland.

D．A traveler can both have hot and cold experiences in Iceland.

3. What can a traveler do if his car suddenly breaks down in west Iceland according to the passage?

A．He may have his car repaired.

B．He may call 840-6010 for help.

C．He may push his car off the road.

D．He may drive in the other direction.

3 . Questions are based on the following passage.1.

A．A policeman.

B．A clerk.

C．A news reporter.

D．A tour guide.

2.

A．3.

B．4.

C．5.

D．6.

3.

A．Buy alcohol in this country at the age of 13.

B．Use the crossing for walking.

C．Buy cigarettes or tobacco at the age of 14.

D．Throw away waste materials in a public place.

4 .

A．China.

B．France.

C．Italy.

D．Japan. Section B (15%)

5 . Seek out a Unique Beach

VISIT

Oregon. For sun and fun away from the crowed beaches of Florida, check out the Oregon coast and its 363 miles of gorgeous shoreline, stretching from the Columbia River south to the redwood forests of California. Every beach is public and free. “The coast is a perfect place to watch sea lions sun themselves or simply see the mighty Pacific weaves crash in the sunset followed by a seafood feast in one of the busy fishing communities located between the coves（小海湾）,” says Bramblett. July and August aren’t peak gray whale migration season, but there’s still a good chance you could catch a glimpse of some of the 200 whales that spend the summers off the Oregon coast.

SLEEP

Next to a lighthouse. Imagine yourself an ancient mariner when you book a room overlooking the Pacific Ocean at the Heceta Head Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast in Yachats, Oregon. The working lighthouse, which dated to 1894, cast a bright beam 21 miles out to sea, making it the brightest light on the Oregon coast. The cliff-top rooms at the Light Keeper’s home nearby aren’t cheap-you’ll sell out up to $385 for a weekend night during peak season (price includes a seven-course breakfast).

BEWARE

Dangerous currents Unless you love cold water (or wear a wet suit), you may not wait to venture into the sea off the Oregon coast, even during the summer. But if you do, be prepared for the U.S. Lifesaving Association. Swim parallel to the beach until you’re no longer being pulled out to sea, then swim diagonally（成对角线地）toward the shore.

BRING

Baby powder. Use a generous amount of baby powder to remove sand from your hands, feet or hair. The powder quickly absorbs moisture, allowing sand to fall off easily.

1. It can be inferred from the section SLEEP that______.

A．the price of one night shay remains the same all the year around

B．those who stay there can have a free access to the beach and the lighthouse

C．those who want to stay there have to pay more during a tourist season

D．the price includes the breakfast for seven people

2. What is suggested by the leaflet if you want to enjoy your stay at the beach?

A．Avoid wearing wet suits

B．Never dive into the cold water off the coast

C．Bring baby powder to protect your skin from sand scratches

D．Don’t swim straight toward the shore when there’re dangerous currents

3. Oregon coast will provide you with all the following experiences EXCEPT______.

A．a perfect view of sea lions

B．a mariner like stay in the more than 100-year-old lighthouse

C．a seafood feast in the popular local community

D．sun and fun of the less crowed beach

6 .

A．The woman is sorry for not being able to spend the holiday with the man.

B．The man is a bit annoyed because the woman didn’t tell him her plan for the winter holiday.

C．The man is sorry about not being able to go to Malaysia.

D．The woman is excited about spending the winter holiday in Malaysia without the man.

7 .

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☆ A — adult, C — children (3-12), T — toddler (2 & below)

1. Which way is most suitable for Mary, who can just spare one day to travel around Singapore?

A．Night Safari.	B．DUCK.
C．City Sightseeing.	D．Flyer.

2. If David and his 9-year-old son are both animal lovers, they had better dial ______ for more information before their tour.

A．6338-6877	B．6338-6859
C．6338-3311	D．6338-6826

3. Mr. Smith is going to take his wife, his 13-year-old daughter and his 1-year-old son to visit Singapore at their own leisurely pace, he should get at least ______ ready.

A．$89	B．$99
C．$91	D．$101

4. Which organization in Singapore is most likely to issue the information above?

A．Education Commission.	B．Health Department.
C．Transportation Bureau.	D．Tourism Bureau.

8 .

A．He has been hiding lately.

B．He has been back home.

C．He has to work hard for travelling expenses.

D．He has been busy preparing his trip.

9 .

A．China.

B．France.

C．Italy.

D．Japan.

10 .

A．She is at home now.	B．She is a tourist there.
C．She lost her hotel card.	D．She doesn’t know the man.