增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（＼）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
Last summer holiday, I tried a new way to explore the Forbidden City, where left me deep impression. To avoid waste time buying a ticket on the spot, I made a reservation online. I got my ticket from a machine without difficulty and start the exploration. I was deep attracted by the grand architecture. To my excite, I could scan the QR codes to get detailed informations. With the vr glasses on, I even found me back to the time when the palace was under construction. How impressive! I found the Forbidden City both traditional or modern because of our history is made alive here.
2 . If, for some reason, you had 2,010 empty plastic bottles, what would you do? You’d probably sell them cheaply, right? But Xia Yu collected 2,010 bottles and built a boat with them. As you read this, Xia is, in fact, on a river somewhere in Anhui, slowly going towards his destination: the Expo Garden in Shanghai. 2,010 plastic bottles were to celebrate Expo (世博会) 2010 Shanghai. On the opening day of the Expo, Xia, together with five friends, went on a 1, 500km journey from Xiangtan to the Expo Garden, in spite of the doubt whether they’ll make it. After all, the boat they are on can hardly be called a boat. It cost only 2,000 yuan to build in a month.
What’s keeping Xia going is a major cause behind the trip. “We are examining water pollution through our journey and trying to promote a low-carbon (低碳) lifestyle. Before we started, no one believed we could sail the boat to the Dongting Lake. But we made it.” But as they expected, the journey has not always been smooth. Of the six from Xiangtan, four gave up. As of the press time (到发稿时), only Xia and his friend Huang Ying were on the boat. Huang suffered from a disease when they reached Jiujiang, Jiangxi province, Xia said, “There are so many things that can stop us from making it to Shanghai, like the weather, health, and sometimes swift river water”.
The boat was produced in a factory according to our design, and perhaps it’s not in a very good condition. But, Xia said, “we are wearing life jackets. Some boats passing by offered help”. What is more of a reward for Xia and Huang is that the Yangtze River turned out much cleaner than they had expected. Although Xia and Huang are uncertain about the journey ahead, they are quite happy with what they have already achieved. After all, it’s not the destination that counts. It’s always the course that matters the most.
1. Xia Yu doubts the success of the journey because of .| A．such a long journey on the river |
| B．the poor boat and the bad weather |
| C．few people taking part in the journey |
| D．the seriously polluted river in some parts |
| A．To examine water pollution. |
| B．To celebrate Expo 2010 Shanghai. |
| C．To win a race on the water. |
| D．To promote a low-carbon lifestyle. |
| A．they stay on the boat at night |
| B．three people gave up due to their bad health |
| C．Xia Yu and his mate have arrived in Shanghai |
| D．Huang suffered from a disease on the journey |
3 . What is China’s High-Speed Rail (HSR)? Generally speaking, a rail network that offers 200–350 kph trains is an HSR network. Now, China has the largest high-speed rail network in the world. There are “4 vertical lines and 4 horizontal(水平的) lines” for the main China HSR network. This means there are four north–south high-speed rail lines and four east–west high-speed rail lines. They are the basis for the China high-speed rail network.
The four north–south HSR lines
Beijing–Shanghai Route
* Length: 1,318 km
* Design speed: 350 kph
It connects two popular cities and reduces the journey time from 12 hours to 5 hours (2 hours by air).
Beijing–Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong Route
* Length: 2,240 km
* Design speed: 350 kph
It is the longest passenger-transport dedicated high-speed rail line in the world. It connects North China, Central China, and South China.
Beijing–Harbin Route
* Length: 1,300 km
* Design speed: 350 kph
It connects Northeast China with the national capital, Beijing. It cuts the journey time from 12 hours to 6 hours between Beijing and Harbin.
Hangzhou–Shenzhen Route
* Length: 1,600 km
* Design speed: 250–350 kph
It connects the Yangtze River Delta and the Pearl River Delta. The Hangzhou–Ningbo section is passenger-transport dedicated. The rest trip is mixed for passenger and cargo (货物) transport.
Experience Bullet Train in Your China Trip
If you are interested in experiencing a bullet train in your China trip, please see our popular tours below for inspiration:
* 5-Day Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou Bullet Train Tour
* CLASSIC WONDERS - 11 Days Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin/Yangshu, Shanghai Private Tour
Or you can just tell us your interests and requirements, and we can help you create a China tour.
1. What can we infer from the passage?| A．China has the largest rail network in the world. |
| B．Hangzhou-Shenzhen Route makes a stop at Ningbo. |
| C．Beijing–Hong Kong Route is the longest high-speed rail line in the world. |
| D．Beijing–Harbin Route takes the shorter journey time than Beijing-Shanghai Route. |
| A．The four vertical HSR lines. | B．The four horizontal HSR lines. |
| C．Big events for China’s High-Speed Rail. | D．The future development of China’s High-Speed Rail. |
| A．A research paper. | B．A health magazine. |
| C．A China travel guide. | D．A financial newspaper. |
4 . Surviving treasures from the National Museum of Afghanistan
AFGHANISTAN
CROSSROADS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD
3 MARCH — 3 JULY 2013
At the heart of the silk road, Afghanistan linked the great trading routes of ancient Iran, Central Asia, Indian and China, and the more distant cultures of Greece and Rome.
Nearly lost during the years of civil war and later Taliban (塔利班) rule, precious objects that reveal this diverse past were bravely hidden in 1989 by officials from the National Museum of Afghanistan to save them from destruction.
The surviving treasures date from 2000 BC to the 1st century AD and included rich gold ornaments (装饰品) found at a burial site and limestone (石灰石) sculptures of a Greek city.
This is a unique opportunity to discover the story of Afghanistan’s ancient culture, its immense fragility, and the remarkable dedication (奉献) shown to its survival and protection.
DETAILED INFORMATION
| OPENING HOURS The exhibition is open late on Fridays until 20: 30. ￡10, members free |
| EXHIBITION AND EVENTS BOOKING www. britishmuseum.org 020 7323 8181 |
| MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT ﹡On weekdays, take advantage of a classic afternoon tea package in the Court Restaurant for just ￡26 (including exhibition ticket). ﹡The exhibition catalogue (￡25 paperback) and other related titles are available in the museum shops or online at www. britishmuseum.org/shop. ﹡The exhibition Multimedia Guide (￡1) is available at the exhibition entrance. ﹡If you are visiting with a group, ask for the group ticket price. Details on group lecture packages are available at www. britishmuseum.org/groupvisits. |
| SPECIAL EVENTS ﹡Nowruz Monday 18 March, 17: 30. Nowruz, or New Year, is celebrated in many countries from Afghanistan and Iran to Uzbekistan. 17: 30~18: 00 Entrance to exhibition. 19: 00Talks and discussion on Nowruz. ￡15 (including exhibition entry). ﹡Performance: The art of the Afghan rubab. Tuesday 14 May, 16: 30~17: 30. Afghan rubab virtuoso Soudi Homayun Sakhi and tabla player Yusuf Mahmoud give a performance of a full raga and folk pieces. ￡5, members ￡3. ﹡Easter holiday activities Thursday 18 ~ Monday 22 April, 11: 00~16: 00. Explore the rich culture of Afghanistan. Listen to stories of Alexander the Great, try making a kite and be inspired by the treasures from the Hill of Gold. Suitable for all ages. Free, just drop in. |
1. If you arrive at the museum on April 20th, what can you enjoy?
| A．Near Year celebration. | B．Performance: The art of the Afghan rubab. |
| C．Easter holiday activities. | D．The exhibition without any special events. |
| A．booking tickets online | B．attending talks and discussion on Nowruz |
| C．calling at 020 7323 8181 | D．becoming a member of the British Museum |
| A．Of all the special events Performance costs least. |
| B．Museum officials saved these objects from destruction. |
| C．The Multimedia Guide is offered to visitors without any charge. |
| D．You can learn details about group visit either on website or by phone. |
| A．In a high school text book. | B．In a history magazine. |
| C．In a state-owned newspaper. | D．In a traveler’s booklet. |
5 . Cycling Tours in Europe & Asia
Cycling the Balkans
Duration: 15 days
The Balkans offers a mix of beautiful countryside, fast-developing cities and historic towns. Our first ride ends at the UNESCO town of Ohrid on the vast lake of the same name. There are a few stops along the way to visit or see places of interest.
Cycling the Italian and Swiss Lakes
Duration: 8 days
The Italian lakes of Como and Maggiore are famed for both their wonderful scenery and their wealthy residents. This is a fascinating area to discover on two wheels with excellent roads that closely follow the winding shores. The Villa del Balbianello with its beautiful Italian gardens may look familiar, having been seen in international movies such as Bond's Casino Royale.
Self-Guided Cycling in the Douro Valley
Duration: 7 days
This cycling holiday in the Douro Valley will make you familiar with magical surroundings, delicious cuisine and some of the world's finest wines. The ride begins in Castelo Rodrigo, a village close to where Portugal borders Spain, and home to an ancient caste. You'll cycle through vineyards and visit the famous Port wine estates (庄园).
Exploring Sri Lanka by Bike
Duration: 8 days
Being an island, Sri Lanka is incredibly diverse. Exploring on two wheels is the best way to see this rural country and to experience the way of life of its friendly people. We travel from ancient cities to the hill county towns of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya before ending the trip on the beaches of the beautiful south coast.
1. What's special about the Balkans tour?| A．It has fantastic island scenery. | B．It is hosted by the Ohrid government. |
| C．It's a continuous ride with no stops. | D．It combines history and the present. |
| A．Visit Spanish gardens. | B．Enjoy the beaches of the south coast. |
| C．Pick grapes in the vineyards. | D．Acquire knowledge of wines. |
| A．Self-Guided Cycling in the Douro Valley. | B．Cycling the Italian and Swiss Lakes. |
| C．Exploring Sri Lanka by Bike. | D．Cycling the Balkans. |
1. Why does the man need help?
| A．He can’t read the form. | B．He has never been abroad. | C．He didn’t take his passport. |
| A．His name. | B．His address. | C．His phone number. |
| A．By copying the passport. | B．By ticking the items. | C．By writing in pinyin. |
| A．Throw it away. | B．Tell the officials about it. | C．Leave it at the customs. |
1. Where does Michelle Ray come from?
| A．A middle-sized city. | B．A small town. | C．A big city. |
| A．The Zen Garden. | B．The Highlands. | C．The Red River area. |
| A．Go camping. | B．Study in a library. | C．Read at home. |
| A．Late-night shopping. | B．Holiday plan. | C．Louisville. |
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧ ），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）画掉。
修改：在错的词下画一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
Last year, my family and me arrived in Cusco at 6 a. m. in Friday morning. We were very tiring because we got up early to go to the airport than usual. When we got to our hotel, and we slept for some hour. Then we had a delicious breakfast. After that, we walked around the main square, watch a group of people dancing typical dances in the square. In the afternoon, we visited some museums, that we took many photos. To our regret, we didn’t go to the art galleries. On Saturday we were in the hurry to travel to Machu Picchu by train, which considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World now.
9 . The village of Hallstatt in Austria is a collection of appealing old buildings grouped at the edge of Lake Hallstatt, surrounded by the towering Dachstein Mountains. In summer, the mountains are green and the village is lovely. In winter, it’ s like something out of a snow-covered fairy tale. Hallstatt’ s popularity first began when it became a World Heritage Site in 1997. It increased more in 2006, when a Korean TV program shot a show in the village. Soon, Hallstatt began to get more visitors from Asia. But the number of visitors really exploded after the release of Disney’s movie “Frozen” in 2013. Millions of “Frozen” movie fans think Hallstatt is the inspiration for the fictional village of Arendelle, the main village in the movie. With “Frozen 2” released, it has only made it more popular. The number of visitors who arrive here each day is huge — up to 10,000 visitors. Last year around 19,344 busloads of tourists arrived.
Local people think it’s a catastrophe. With the number of visitors mentioned above a day, that’s over 12 tourists for every person in Hallstatt. One man said his mother was woken up one day, to find tourists in her bedroom. The government thinks the town would be just fine with about one third fewer visitors each year. Starting this year, Hallstatt will begin a program to limit the number of buses bringing visitors here. But villagers also admit the fact that before the tourist boom, people would leave Hallstatt to find work and that many people rely upon the tourists for their jobs now.
Hallstatt may be easy on the eyes, but it’s opposite on the wallet. Hotel rooms can cost between $350 and $450. Oh, and it costs over one dollar to use the public bathroom here. Even toilets can be good business — as long as they aren’t frozen.
1. What plays the most important role in making Hallstatt world-famous?| A．Its lovely weather. |
| B．The hit movie. |
| C．Its beautiful architecture. |
| D．The Korean TV program. |
| A．About 800. | B．About 7,000. |
| C．About 12,000. | D．About 18,000. |
| A．They depend on it completely. |
| B．They hope it stays away. |
| C．They find it environment-friendly. |
| D．They are in a dilemma about it. |
| A．It is easy for tourists to get there. |
| B．Tourists can make business there. |
| C．Be ready to pay before going there. |
| D．It is freezing cold sometimes there. |
10 . ARCTIC CIRCLE & NORTHERN LIGHTS TOUR
HIGHLIGHTS
Experience the Arctic Circle and amazing northern lights with us.
Cover a total of 400 miles in this 14-hour expedition.
Cross the broad Yukon River.
En-route, enjoy breathtaking views of Alaska, USA.
You may see moose, lynxes and foxes in their natural habitat.
ATTENTION: The Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon and can not be guaranteed. There is no refund (退款) if the Aurora Borealis does not appear.
PICKUP TIME
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm.
MEETING POINT
Your hotel in Fairbanks.
WHAT TO EXPECT
▲1: 00 pm—Departure from Fairbanks.
Trans-Alaska-Pipeline—Get a close-up view of the famous pipeline and learn interesting facts about the engineering and building period.
Arctic Circle—Have your picture taken at the Arctic Circle and receive your Arctic Circle Certificate.
Yukon River—Walk right to the edge of Alaska’s most famous river.
▲3: 00 pm—Arrival at your hotel in Fairbanks.
On the return journey to Fairbanks we pass many sites, which are perfect for possible northern lights viewing.
We provide ham (or veggie) sandwich, chips, sweets, two bottles of water and hot drinks. Please feel free to bring extra food.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations 30 days ahead of tour date are subject to 5% banking charge.
Cancellations within 30 days are non-refundable.
IMPORTANT
A minimum of 2 people is required for online booking. Single travelers and short notice reservations (within 7 days of tour date) always have to contact us for availability at info@1stAlaskaTours.com or 907-590-5900.
1. What can guests surely do on the tour?| A．Enjoy amazing northern lights. | B．See some wild animals in their habitat. |
| C．Go through the Trans-Alaska-Pipeline. | D．Get an Arctic Circle Certificate. |
| A．Cancelling a month before tour date. | B．Not crossing the Yukon River. |
| C．Booking within 7 days of tour date. | D．Not seeing northern lights. |
| A．In a geography textbook. | B．On a science website. |
| C．On a tour homepage. | D．In a photography journal. |
