1 . Located in Ontario, Canada, the Niagara Falls is the seventh wonder of the world and the fastest flowing waterfall in the world. When I went to tour it, I found there were some truly amazing ways to
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A.novelists | B.passengers | C.employers | D.composers |
A.close | B.similar | C.polite | D.equal |
A.spot | B.water | C.color | D.mist |
A.get | B.fall | C.knock | D.look |
A.music | B.laughter | C.shout | D.sound |
A.see | B.hear | C.find | D.keep |
A.Shortly | B.Actually | C.Obviously | D.Firstly |
A.fly | B.head | C.date | D.flow |
A.career | B.edge | C.trip | D.reality |
A.way | B.aim | C.defeat | D.fantasy |
A.effective | B.extinct | C.distant | D.narrow |
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A.Although | B.Unless | C.After | D.Before |
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2 . Most Beautiful National Parks in Poland
Poland’s national parks are a hidden treasure for nature lovers. Take a walk on the wild side with us and experience four of the best open air spaces.
Bieszczady National Park
This park is in the remote south-eastern corner of the country bordering with Ukraine and Slovakia. It’s a great choice for people looking for a quiet and lonely trip. Facilities are also quite limited. Don’t miss the Solina Dam and other artificial lakes.
Karkonosze National Park
Over in the south-west of Poland by the frontier with the Czech Republic, this park is particularly interesting for its strangely shaped rocks and flat bare mountain tops. Near the border of the park is the highest waterfall in the Sudety region of Poland, the Kamienczyk Waterfall, which is 27 meters high.
Wolin National Park
Covering a large part of the Wolin Island on the western side of the Polish coast, this park’s best parts include an amazing 15 km long stretch of steep sea cliffs (悬崖), lakes and rivers surrounded by pine trees, many bird species and a small bison (野牛) reserve.
Pieniny National Park
This park is on the border of Poland and Pieniny—one of the Pieniny’s most beautiful mountain ranges. By far the most popular activity is taking a raft ( 筏 )down the winding Dunajec River, but there is a lot more to discover.
1. Which park best suits people who want to explore the Solina Dam?A.Bieszczady National Park. | B.Karkonosze National Park. |
C.Wolin National Park. | D.Pieniny National Park. |
A.Appreciate sea cliffs. | B.See some small bison. |
C.Appreciate the highest waterfall. | D.Float down the Dunajec River on a raft. |
A.In an education brochure. | B.In an art magazine. |
C.In a science magazine. | D.In a guidebook. |
1.介绍所推荐网站(包括网址、网站特点、如何使用等);
2.推荐旅游景点。
注意:1.词数80左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear William,
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Yours,
Li Hua
As everyone knows, it is Jingdezhen in Jiangxi province where the local porcelain (瓷器) is highly desirable that is the center of world porcelain. Last year, my school held a two-day research activity,
On our way to Jingdezhen, our guide introduced
The guide told us the great achievements in ceramics from ancient times until today. I listened carefully to everything.
5 . At the foot of Egypt’s Sinai mountains, once a small fishing town, Dahab is now one of the Red Sea’s top diving resorts(潜水圣地), attracting a lot of nature lovers. It also provides a stress-free seaside atmosphere where visitors can just sit back and enjoy its waters. There are affordable accommodations, tour operators, multicultural restaurants and cafes.
Dahab is also one of the few places in the area with internet access, making it attractive to remote workers looking for a peaceful “office” by the sea. Rahma Zein, who chose to go toDahab on the advice of friends, said, “On a normal day, I wake up, make breakfast, go for a free dive, hang out on the beach, take a hike, eat and then sleep.” she added, “In between sessions, I make phone calls and do my work.”
Located on the edge of the Red Sea, the Blue Hole is one of Dahab’s most famous sites and one of the world’s most famous diving sites. Going down to a maximum depth of 328 feet and easily accessible from the shore, the Blue Hole is not influenced by the currents, so its waters are relatively calm. The conditions here are perfect for free divers, as well as advanced divers looking to push their limits in a race.
To reduce the traffic here, a local group of divers have created an underwater museum filled with giant statues(雕像) made of recycled materials. The most impressive statue is a life-sized elephant weighing 700 kilograms which has gained the attention of countless tourists.
There are also limitless options in shallower waters for those who want to avoid crowded diving spots. Travelers can hike or ride camels to Ras Abu Galum National Protectorate, which covers 400 square kilometers of coastline and offers a better view of sea life.
1. What do we know about Dahab?A.It still is a small fishing town. | B.Life there is full of stress. |
C.It attracts a lot of nature lovers. | D.Accommodations there are expensive. |
A.Relaxing. | B.Boring. | C.Stressful. | D.Lonely. |
A.It is built by the local government. | B.There is a large elephant from Africa. |
C.It aims to offer a better view of sea life. | D.There are statues made of recycled materials. |
A.To recommend a sport. | B.To introduce a scenic spot. |
C.To share a travel experience. | D.To call for environmental protection. |
内容包括:
1. 描述昆明的基本的情况、天气等;
2. 推荐他去的附近地方;玉龙雪山(Yulong Snow mountain)、温泉、公园等
3. 邀请他来你家做客。
注意:
1. 词数100左右;
2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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7 . Sometime in the early 1960s, a significant thing happened in Sydney, Australia. The city discovered its harbor. Then, one after another, Sydney discovered lots of things that were just sort of there — broad parks, superb beaches, and a culturally diverse population. But it is the harbor that makes the city.
Andrew Reynolds, a cheerful fellow in his early 30s, pilots Sydney ferryboats for a living. I spent the whole morning shuttling back and forth across the harbor. After our third run Andrew shut down the engine, and we went our separate ways — he for a lunch break, I to explore the city.
“I’ll miss these old boats,” he said as we parted.
“How do you mean?” I asked.
“Oh, they’re replacing them with catamarans. Catamarans are faster, but they’re not so elegant, and they’re not fun to pilot. But that’s progress, I guess.”
Everywhere in Sydney these days, change and progress are the watchwords (口号), and traditions are increasingly rare. Shirley Fitzgerald, the city’s official historian, told me that in its rush to modernity in the 1970s, Sydney swept aside much of its past, including many of its finest buildings. “Sydney is confused about itself,” she said. “We can’t seem to make up our minds whether we want a modern city or a traditional one. It’s a conflict that we aren’t getting any better at resolving (解决).”
On the other hand, being young and old at the same time has its attractions. I considered this when I met a thoughtful young businessman named Anthony. “Many people say that we lack culture in this country,” he told me. “What people forget is that the Italians, when they came to Australia, brought 2000 years of their culture, the Greeks some 3000 years, and the Chinese more still. We’ve got a foundation built on ancient cultures but with a drive and dynamism of a young country. It’s a pretty hard combination to beat.”
He is right, but I can’t help wishing they would keep those old ferries.
1. What is the first paragraph mainly about?A.Sydney’s striking architecture. | B.The cultural diversity of Sydney. |
C.The key to Sydney’s development. | D.Sydney’s tourist attractions in the 1960s. |
A.He goes to work by boat. | B.He looks forward to a new life. |
C.He pilots catamarans well. | D.He is attached to the old ferries. |
A.It is losing its traditions. | B.It should speed up its progress. |
C.It should expand its population. | D.It is becoming more international. |
A.A city can be young and old at the same time. |
B.A city built on ancient cultures is more dynamic. |
C.Modernity is usually achieved at the cost of elegance. |
D.Compromise should be made between the local and the foreign. |
8 . As Ginni Bazlinton reached Antarctica, she found herself greeted by a group of little Gentoo penguins (企鹅) longing to say hello. These gentle, lovely gatekeepers welcomed her and kick-started what was to be a trip Ginni would never forget.
Ever since her childhood, Ginni, now 71, has had a deep love for travel. Throughout her career (职业) as a professional dancer, she toured in the UK, but always longed to explore further. When she retired from dancing and her sons eventually flew the nest, she decided it was time to take the plunge.
After taking a degree at Chichester University in Related Arts, Ginni began to travel the world, eventually getting work teaching English in Japan and Chile. And it was in Chile she discovered she could get last-minute cheap deals on ships going to Antarctica from the islands off Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost tip of the South American mainland. “I just decided I wanted to go,” she says. “I had no idea about what I’d find there and I wasn’t nervous, I just wanted to do it. And I wanted to do it alone as I always prefer it that way.”
In March 2008, Ginni boarded a ship with 48 passengers she’d never met before, to begin the journey towards Antarctica. “From seeing the wildlife to witnessing sunrises, the whole experience was amazing. Antarctica left an impression on me that no other place has,” Ginni says. “I remember the first time I saw a humpback whale; it just rose out of the water like some prehistoric creature and I thought it was smiling at us. You could still hear the operatic sounds it was making underwater.”
The realization that this is a precious land, to be respected by humans, was one of the biggest things that hit home to Ginni.
1. Which of the following best explains “take the plunge” underlined in paragraph 2?A.Try challenging things. | B.Take a degree. |
C.Bring back lost memories. | D.Stick to a promise. |
A.Lovely penguins. | B.Beautiful scenery. |
C.A discount fare. | D.A friend’s invitation. |
A.It could be a home for her. | B.It should be easily accessible. |
C.It should be well preserved. | D.It needs to be fully introduced. |
A.A childhood dream. | B.An unforgettable experience. |
C.Sailing around the world. | D.Meeting animals in Antarctica. |
9 . Afternoon tea, the most typical of English customs, is, perhaps surprisingly, a relatively new tradition. The custom of drinking tea became popular in England during the 1660s thanks to King Charles Ⅱ and his wife, and it was not until the mid-19th century that the concept of “afternoon tea” first appeared.
Afternoon tea was introduced by Anna, the Duchess of Bedford, in the year 1840. At that time lunch was taken early but the evening meal was served fashionably late at eight o'clock, leaving a long period of time between the two meals. The Duchess would become hungry in the afternoon, so she asked that tea and cake be brought to her room around four o'clock. This became a habit of hers and later she began inviting friends to join her.
This palace tea party was such a success that it soon spread to London and other places in UK as a fashionable social event. During the 1880’s, upper-class women would dress up for their afternoon tea, also known as “low tea” because tea was taken while seating in low, comfortable chairs or sofas.
While Low Tea was largely a game for the upper class, “high tea” was a necessary meal for working class families. During the second half of the Victorian Period, working families would return home late tired and exhausted. As the most important meal of the day, the table would be set with meats, bread, butter, cheese and of course, a pot of good, strong tea to lift their spirits. Because it was eaten at a high, dining table, it was called “high” tea.
To experience the best of the afternoon tea tradition, treat yourself with a trip to one of London’s finest hotels. There are also a wide selection of old-fashioned tearooms offering afternoon tea experience.
We provide very British afternoon tea experience trips during your stay in London. Just tell your tour guide when you want to taste the culture and we will arrange everything for you with a very reasonable charge. It’ll be a once in a lifetime experience. Don’t miss it.
1. Why did the Duchess of Bedford need afternoon tea?A.It’s a fashionable palace social event. | B.The evening meal was too late for her. |
C.It’s a tradition from King Charles Ⅱ. | D.She wanted to spread tea culture in UK. |
A.It was enjoyed by the upper class. | B.It was started by Queen Victoria. |
C.It was an occasional social activity. | D.It was the main meal of the day. |
A.Different surroundings to have tea. | B.Different time to have tea. |
C.Different social classes to have tea. | D.Different types of tea. |
A.To explain the origin of afternoon tea. | B.To honor the tradition of drinking tea. |
C.To advertise for tea experience trips. | D.To introduce two afternoon tea types. |
10 . Top 4 Places in Europe to Experience a Warm Winter
Capri, Italy
It’s where cliffs (悬崖) and monuments stand tall over dreamy blue waters. Soft sun and warm waters go with you whether you visit the Blue Grotto (the most famous sight in the island) or spend a day in the seaside village of Pizzolungo. Make the most of the weather by walking along the Gardens of Augustus.
Crete, Greece
As November calls it an end and December begins, people of Crete get busy in gathering oranges. The largest island in Greece never runs out of warmth even during the height of winter. If you are a Northerner, you would appreciate the calm Mediterranean Sea and the uninterrupted days of golden sun. Before you settle down at village bars (酒馆), get an understanding of the place by visiting the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion that houses collections spanning (跨越) 5, 500 years.
Cyprus
Spending a European winter on this Mediterranean island is not just about climbing mountains, watching birds, and sunbathing on blue-flag beaches. You ought to enjoy a Christmas dinner with stuffed turkey and roast lamb and take part in parties on New Year’s Eve in downtown Limassol. When you have such lovely weather by your side, you won’t mind wandering into the trails of history by visiting the Katos Pafos Archaeological Park and the Baths of Aphrodite.
Monaco
Its winter may be mild, but its offerings are wonderful. While the French Riviera is amazing, Monaco Dance Forum in December is enriching. In fact, the Monaco Cathedral is a great masterpiece that deserves admiration. If you are not in for spending your time in the famous Monte Carlo Casino, make the most of a sunny day and spend time at the Exotic Gardens or the famous Oceanographic Museum.
1. Where should you go if you want to visit the Blue Grotto?A.Capri. | B.Crete. | C.Cyprus. | D.Monaco. |
A.Gather oranges with the local people. |
B.Enjoy the golden sun at village bars. |
C.Appreciate the calm Mediterranean Sea. |
D.Visit the famous Oceanographic Museum. |
A.The Monaco Cathedral. | B.The Baths of Aphrodite. |
C.The Gardens of Augustus. | D.The Katos Pafos Archaeological Park. |