1 . Dreaming of summer picnics filled with family and fun? We’ve come up with 4 of the top picnic areas across the US.

Cumberland Islands, Georgia

Just a few hours south of Savannah, this national seashore is a picnic paradise. It’s an unspoiled place in the Deep South with over 50 miles of hiking trails (小径). Covered in Spanish moss, the trails are lined with trees and since it’s still a rural area, the stars line up for a spectacular show at night and create the perfect evening starlit picnic opportunity.

Grant Park, Chicago

If you are looking for delicious food in Chicago, go for a taste of a 20-day, lake-front, foodie festival that happens in October each year. Grab a spot near the fountain to enjoy your picnic, appreciate the city scenery and lake views and relax with family and friends. If you are there on July 4^th, be sure to plan the day to include the fireworks display at the Navy Pier.

Cranberry Islands, Maine

Here, you’ll enjoy natural picnics with island views. The islands are a delightful group of islands about 20 minutes offshore from Acadia National Park. You can visit the islands by private boat or ferry (渡船) service. Bring a picnic basket along for the ride as it’s a romantic picnic area to take your special someone or go for a family outing to visit the islands.

Big Sur, California

The Point Lobos State Reserve is a small gem. Besides the coastal wildlife there are rare plant communities, and unique geological formations. It’s good to have a picnic there. We recommend bringing a telescope, because much of the wildlife can be seen only at a distance.

1. What are Cumberland Islands like?

A．They are just next to Savannah.

B．They haven’t lost their naturalness.

C．They are almost covered in Spanish moss.

D．They have a spectacular show every night.

2. Where can you enjoy observing wildlife with a telescope?

A．At the Navy Pier.	B．In the Deep South.
C．At Acadia National Park.	D．At the Point Lobos State Reserve.

3. Why does the author write this passage?

A．To introduce some picnic areas.

B．To share personal stories about picnics.

C．To tell readers some good ways to relax.

D．To offer readers tips for winter holiday.

4. Where can we most probably read this passage?

A．In a personal dairy.	B．In a science report.
C．In a travel magazine.	D．In a geography textbook.

2 . 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。

Some theme parks are not only     1    (amuse) but also educational. Take the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) in Hawaii for example. It not only shows visitors the Polynesian way of life but also     2     (protect) their skills and culture for the future. Polynesia is     3     name given to the many groups of small islands that are spread about the Pacific Ocean.

    4    (villager) from many island communities come to the Polynesian island villages     5    (show) visitors their styles of dress and different customs. You can learn     6     they make clothes from bark (树皮) and see what kind of wedding ceremonies they have.

One of the most important skills for Polynesians is boat-building,     7    allows the islanders to explore all the islands in the Polynesian Triangle. We know that in their history they were sea travellers moving     8     island to island. They were able to find their way by     9     (use) the smell of the wind, the movements of the fish and seaweed, and the     10    (high) and directions of the waves.

3 . As a boy growing up in India, I had longed to travel abroad. I used to listen to the stories my father would tell me about his stay in Canada and tours to Europe in the 1970s, with great interest.

My big moment finally came in the summer of 1998 when I was able to accompany my parents to Europe, where my father was to attend a meeting. We planned to travel to Belgium, Netherlands and West Germany.

I have clear memories even today of going to Mumbai airport at night all excited about finally going abroad. I had heard several great things about Lufthansa till then but now I finally got to experience them first hand, during the flight to Frankfurt. We flew business class and even today I can remember the excellent service by the Lufthansa crew (工作人员). The flight was really smooth and thoroughly enjoyable, even for someone like me, who is especially afraid of flying.

After spending almost two weeks in Europe, we took the Lufthansa airport express from Dusseldorf to Frankfurt airport for our return. What a journey that was! All along the Rhine (莱茵河), it was simply an unforgettable experience. I had a sad feeling on the flight back to Mumbai as it marked the end of a wonderful vacation, but the Lufthansa crew members were able to change it into a most enjoyable experience yet again, with the quality of their service.

Being the first airline to take me abroad, Lufthansa will always hold a special place in my heart. Even today, I continue to enjoy flights on Lufthansa and simply cannot dream of choosing any other airline. Flying, in general, for me, has always been a terrible and painful experience. Flying on Lufthansa, however, is something I always have and will always look forward to.

1. What does the author’s big moment refer to?

A．Travelling abroad.	B．Attending a meeting.
C．Listening to a story.	D．Accompanying his parents.

2. What is the author’s attitude towards Lufthansa crew’s service?

A．Depressed.

B．Satisfied.

C．Doubtful.

D．Critical.

3. Which is the start of the author’s return flight?

A．Frankfurt.

B．Mumbai.

C．Dusseldorf.

D．Canada.

4. What is the text mainly about?

A．Beautiful memories about Europe.	B．Dreamed family flying.
C．An important flight travel.	D．Unforgettable experiences on Lufthansa.

4 . 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。

Visitors to Britain may experience local culture in a traditional pub. But for a stranger     1     (visit) the country, these friendly pubs can be traps of potential bad manners for the uneducated.

Recently a team of researchers     2     (release) some of the hidden customs of British pubs. Most pubs have no waiters and as a result, you yourself have to go to the bar to buy drinks. A group of Italian youths wait 45 minutes before they realize they would have to fetch their own. This may sound inconvenient,     3     there is a hidden purpose.

Pub culture is designed to promote communication in a society known for its quietness. Standing at the bar for service allows you to chat with others waiting     4     (serve). The bar counter is     5     (possible) the only site in the British Isles     6     friendly conversation with strangers is considered entirely appropriate and a really quite normal     7     (behave).

“If you haven’t been to     8     pub, you haven’t been to Britain. “This tip can be found in a booklet The Tourists’ Guide to Pub Etiquette (礼节). The trouble is     9     if you do not follow the local rules, the experience may fall flat. Nothing annoys the regular customers and bar staffs more than a crowd of strangers blocking all access     10     the bar while they argue about what to order.

7 . From Alton Towers to Legoland, our experts pick their favorite British theme parks, highlighting the best roller coasters, character-led attractions, and animal safaris (狩猎旅行).

Drayton Manor

The Staffordshire theme park includes rides for all ages but stands out for having hit on a winning formula for young families with its expanding Thomas Land section. The 286-acre site is set in woodlands but the main village is enough for little legs to explore, making it well suited to pre-and primary school children.

Paultons Family Theme Park

On the edge of New Forest National Park, in Hampshire, Paultons Family Theme Park sits in 140 acres of attractive parkland. Although overshadowed by Thorpe Park and Alton Towers in terms of big rides, the park is home to Peppa Pig World, as well as 60 rides and attractions, and is best for families with young children.

Chessington World of Adventures

This park in Surrey has injected novelty (新奇) this year with the launch of its exclusive Gruffalo River Ride Adventure, raising its status as a family-friendly destination. The park also provides added family value with the opportunity to get a close-up interaction with animals including monkey walk-throughs and the Zufari safari experience.

Legoland Windsor

If you’re looking for stomach-in-the-mouth roller coasters, Legoland is not for you. This is the entry-level theme park for families with kids below the age of 12, with bucket-loads to keep them happy. Now in its third decade, set in lovely grounds, the theme park still has some of the charm of the original Danish parent park, with plenty of giraffes, crocodiles and pirates made out of Lego bricks spread over the rides.

1. Which of the following is recommended if a family want to interact with animals?

A．Drayton Manor

B．Paultons Family Theme Park

C．Chessington World of Adventures

D．Legoland Windsor

2. What do the four theme parks have in common?

A．They’re all ideal for children.

B．They all feature thrilling big rides.

C．They’re all renewing recreational facilities.

D．They all cover a vast area of over 200 acres.

3. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?

A．To promote ecotourism.

B．To value family union.

C．To introduce theme parks.

D．To compare tourist attractions.

9 . 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。

A group of 11 children from Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region in South China, fearlessly embarked on an     1     (education) trip to Harbin. Dressed in orange coats, they     2     (refer) to as the “little tangerines (砂糖橘)”,     3     the oldest just six and a half years old and the youngest only three years and five months old. The nickname symbolizes both     4     (they) cute orange outfits and Guangxi’s prominent citrus production.

Wherever they travelled, they were     5     (warm) embraced and showered with affection by the locals. In Harbin, they tasted the local food and watched a fireworks display amid     6     snowy landscape. The lead teacher of their tour confirmed their     7     (arrive) in Mohe,     8    a local travel agency welcomed the tour group. At the northernmost police outpost of China, they     9     (sing) the national anthem and saluted the border guards,     10     (mark) an important part of their trip.