1 . Travelling with friends can be an amazing experience where you could make lifelong memories or it could ruin your friendship.
Communicate and respect each other. Everyone has personal preferences when travelling— from getting the bed closest to the bathroom or sitting in the airplane’s window seat. But sometimes things don’t go as you like. In this case, share your requirements directly with your travel companions.
Don’t disappear. When travelling with a group — or even just one other person — you may want some alone time. That’s completely fine, but make sure your friends know where you are and have a way of contacting you.
Get off your phone. Of course, your friends will understand if you need to take a call from a family member, or in the event of a work emergency, but other than that, try to stay off your phone.
| A．Give each other some space. |
| B．Include at least one activity for everyone. |
| C．So it’s important to make sure you and your friend(s) are on the same page. |
| D．At the same time, listen to their concerns and be respectful of them. |
| E．Don’t respond to less important work contact or send messages frequently. |
| F．It’s especially true of travelling in foreign countries or unfamiliar places. |
| G．And remember that consideration and respect go a long way. |
2 . I live in Xizhou in Yunnan Province, on the historic Tea Horse Road. I have to admit that when I first heard that Paul Salopek was going to walk the entire globe on his own two feet, I was blown away. I couldn’t imagine that there could be such an unusual person in the world.
Last May, I met Paul. He told me that it was his first time in China. He talked to me with great excitement about the history, migrations, and discoveries in my region of China. He spoke of the Shu-Yandu Dao (the Southern Silk Road), the travels of the 17th-century Chinese explorer Xu Xiake, the Tea Horse Road and the early 20th-century American botanist Joseph Rock. He also talked of Xuanzang. Paul considered many of them heroes and in a sense Chinese pioneers of slow journalism.
I decided to accompany Paul on his walk toward Yunnan. On September 28, 2021, we set out. Our days were simple: walk, eat, sleep, and repeat. We woke up at sunrise, set off in high spirits, and rested at sunset, dragging ourselves into exhausted sleep.
We met many people on the road. Some were curious, surrounding us and watching us; some gave us directions; some invited us into their home to take a rest; some spoke of the charm of their hometown. We met many beautiful souls, simple souls and warm souls. We were walking with our minds.
Together, we were impressed by the biodiversity of the Gaoligong Mountains. As I walked on ancient paths through mountains, I seemed to hear the antique voices of past travelers urging me to be careful on the road.
Looking back on the more than 200 miles I walked with Paul, I came to a realization. Walking for its own sake, while healthy and admirable, is only a small part of the benefit of moving with our feet. A deeper reward is rediscovering the world around us, shortening the distance between each other, and sharing each other’s cultures.
1. How did the writer first respond to Paul’s travel plan?| A．Scared. | B．Puzzled. |
| C．Disappointed. | D．Surprised. |
| A．He was a western journalist. | B．He had a knowledge of China. |
| C．He came to China several times. | D．He was Joseph Rock’s acquaintance. |
| A．They honored the ancestors. | B．They set off in high spirits. |
| C．They satisfied the locals’ curiosity. | D．They built bonds with people. |
| A．To share and reflect on a journey. | B．To suggest a new way of travel. |
| C．To advocate protection of biodiversity. | D．To introduce and promote Chinese culture. |
3 . Cheap Travel
You can pay a lot of money to travel around the world. Or you can pay nothing at all. Here are some places you’ll never regret visiting. They won’t cost you a coin.
The British Museum, London (UK)
You need to go here to see the Egyptian mummies (木乃伊), the ancient Greek statues and so many other treasures. It’s open every day, and unlike most other places of interest in England that cost an arm and a leg, it’s totally free.
National Mall, Washington D. C. (USA)
You can walk a pathway from the Lincoln Memorial to the Washington Monument with other sights in between. Do you know you can go up in the lift to the top of the Washington Monument? Tickets are free, but pay a small fee to book them in advance to avoid being disappointed.
National Museum of Ireland, Dublin and Mayo (Ireland)
Want to see Viking artworks and learn about Irish country life? All four branches of this museum are free to visit, including museums devoted to archaeology, natural history, decorative arts history and country life. The museum of country life in Turlough Park, Mayo, is devoted to Irish countryside traditions, while the Natural History Museum is especially famous for its collection of insects.
1. What can visitors see in the British Museum?| A．Lincoln Memorial. | B．Egyptian mummies. |
| C．Washington Monument. | D．Viking artworks. |
| A．They can reach the top of the Washington Monument. |
| B．They can learn the history of Irish countryside life. |
| C．They can see many places of interest of Ireland. |
| D．They can visit all four branches of the museum. |
| A．Turlough Park. | B．American National Mall. |
| C．British Museum. | D．Natural History Museum. |
1. Where are the speakers probably?
| A．Ina cafe. | B．In a hospital. | C．In a bank. |
| A．The bank clerk worked slowly. |
| B．He talked a lot to the bank clerk. |
| C．The bank’s computer system didn’t work. |
| A．He is a tourist. | B．He works in a bank. | C．He comes from Germany. |
| A．Traveling around Europe. | B．Planning a holiday trip. | C．Waiting for a friend. |
5 . Are you looking for some good places for you and your four-leg friend? Here are some for you.
Tahmoor Gorge (峡谷)
The number and quality of swimming holes in this valley immediately take us back to some of our favourite places in Kakadu national park. The only difference here is that you don’t need a four-wheel drive, so the best way togo to the gorge is walking. This pet-friendly walk follows the Bargo River through an open gorge that gradually drops to a deep gorge. It is a popular place for locals on weekends. The further you run into the gorge, the less people there are.
Sirius Cove, Mosman
Sirius Cove is one of many quietly beautiful places along the Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Beach walking trail (路线). The deep, U-shaped bay, with a large grassy area, is popular with picnicking families and their dogs.
Kutti Beach, Vaucluse
We heard about it from a friend, but it is so hidden that it is not easy to find the entrance. Follow Wharf Road until it dead ends at the Vaucluse Amateur Sailing Club. Go right up to the building and look left. There is a very narrow set of stairs leading to the beach. Go down the steps and open the gate at the bottom. Follow the narrow road along the wall to the sand. The best bit? It’s dog-friendly.
MacKenzies Beach, Tamarama
From whale watching hot place MacKenzies Point, follow the sloped (斜的) road to MacKenzies Beach, a dog-friendly, short-time beach that only appears every couple of years when the right combination (结合) of wind and sand on the normal rocky reef. They say you aren’t a local until you’ve seen sand at MacKenzies.
1. What do we know about Tahmoor Gorge?| A．It’s a must to drive there. |
| B．It’s a popular place on weekdays. |
| C．It’s a good way to go there on foot. |
| D．It’s a popular place for foreign visitors. |
| A．Tahmoor Gorge. | B．Kutti Beach, Vaucluse. |
| C．Sirius Cove, Mosman. | D．MacKenzies Beach, Tamarama. |
| A．They are beside the sea. |
| B．They are dog-friendly. |
| C．They are places where whales are seen. |
| D．They are open to the public only on weekends. |
1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
| A．Husband and wife. | B．Father and daughter. | C．Teacher and student. |
| A．$500. | B．$1,500. | C．$2,000. |
| A．Hiring a car. | B．Booking hotels. | C．Planning the sightseeing. |
| A．Take one suitcase. | B．Take a lot of clothes. | C．Pack her suitcase herself. |
1. How often is the Baseball Fair held?
| A．Every year. | B．Every two years. | C．Every three years. |
| A．He visited local museums. |
| B．He learned baseball skills. |
| C．He watched baseball games. |
| A．From a video. | B．In a cooking class. | C．On a farm. |
| A．Meeting children from different countries. |
| B．Tasting different kinds of foods. |
| C．Hearing a few languages spoken. |
8 . May 19 marks the 12th China Tourism Day.Chinaculture.org will hold a 24-hour lives-tream(直播)event，taking worldwide audiences on a virtual journey throughout the country.
Take an online tour of the “Panda Kingdom” in Sichuan
Wolong National Nature Reserve(保护区)，known as the “Panda Kingdom” lies in the high mountains of Southwest China’s Sichuan Province. It’s a national overall nature reserve that mainly protects rare wildlife and forests.
Watch LIVE: 9 am, May 19
Discover a China“Beyond Your Imagination”
With more than 5,000 years of history?9.6 million square kilometers of land area and rich resources，China has an amazing amount to offer. You can find amazing natural land scapes(风景)and various lifestyles，as well as mouthwatering food. Discover the real China here.
Watch LIVE: 1 pm， May 19
Best places to visit in China
From the Forbidden City in Beijing to the City Wall in Xi5an northwest China’s Shaanxi Province，from the mausoleum of Ming Dynasty(1368-1644)emperor Zhu Yuanzhang in Nanjing, east China’s Jiangsu Province，to the Shapotou scenic spot in northwest China’s Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, and the beautiful Qinghai Lake in northwest China’s Qinghai Province...Where do you think is the best place to travel?
Watch LIVE: 8 pm May 19
1. When should you watch the event if you’re interested in pandas?| A．1 pm, May 19. | B．10 am, May 19. |
| C．9 am, May 19. | D．8 pm, May 19. |
| A．The lovely pandas. | B．The delicious food. |
| C．The Forbidden City. | D．Traditional music and dances. |
| A．On a tourist website. | B．In science fiction. |
| C．In a biography. | D．In scientific research. |
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10 . I spent a fantastic day in Varanasi. And it wouldn’t be wrong to say that the day was one of the best days when I felt more alive than ever, I was lost in exploration and struck by the beauty of the city. Varanasi, one of the most ancient cities of India, is located on the banks of the river Ganges, which gives it a breathtaking look. There are around 85 ghats(staircases that lead to the river), which are perfect places to walk and explore the city.
When I reached the hotel, it was 11 am in the morning, and I was exhausted. But I didn’t want to waste the day sleeping. So, I immediately took a bath, ordered food, ate it like someone who hadn’t eaten for days, and then headed out for the adventure.
Assi Ghat,one of the most famous ghats of Varanasi,was only 1.5 km from my hotel. So, I decided to walk to Assi Ghat.I found several temples,shops for various items,fast-food corners, and auto drivers looking for customers. The weather was quite fantastic as it was spring season.
When I reached the Assi Ghat,I got my first glimpse of the river Ganges. The shiny blue water stretched under the infinite blue sky gave a brilliant look. The platform above the staircase was crowded with enthusiastic visitors and vendors(小贩)selling delicious foods. Below stairs, there was a 50 m wide sandy area stretching along the length of the river, which gets filled with water in the rainy season.
After taking a short night walk, I reached my hotel happy and satisfied. I slept early to wake timely and enjoy the sunrise in the ghats. The orange sun and its reflection on the water, the magnificent look of the city, numerous migratory birds, and chilled air helped me forget my tiredness.
I will never forget this happy day.
1. What do we know about the city Varanasi?| A．It’s surrounded by rivers. |
| B．It’s an ancient city built on water. |
| C．The best way to explore the city is on foot. |
| D．It makes visitors easily lost and exhausted. |
| A．Make up for his lost sleep. |
| B．Cook himself a delicious meal. |
| C．Prepare himself for a city visit. |
| D．Explore the hotel immediately. |
| A．Shiny but windy sky. |
| B．Enthusiastic drivers. |
| C．Fantastic early spring. |
| D．Mouth-watering foods. |
| A．Temples—Assi Ghat—Sunrise. |
| B．Assi Ghat—Sunrise—Vendors. |
| C．River Ganges—Assi Ghat—Migratory Birds. |
| D．Fast-food Corners—The Sandy Area—Platform. |
