1 . 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 flight. What a journey that was! All along the Rhine (莱茵河), it was simply an unforgettable experience. I had a sombre 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 always will look forward to.
1. Which country does the author live in now?| A．India. | B．Canada. |
| C．Belgium. | D．Germany. |
| A．Growing up in India. |
| B．Once staying in Canada. |
| C．Once travelling to Canada with his father. |
| D．His father’s stories about his travelling experiences. |
| A．The author travelled with one of his parents. |
| B．Both their going and return were by air. |
| C．They travelled in spring that year. |
| D．They stayed in Europe for nearly two months. |
| A．a city in India |
| B．a city in Europe |
| C．an airline company |
| D．a travel agency |
2 . Soon enough, we will lose some of the most amazing sites on Earth!
The Great Barrier Reef
Rising air temperatures will cause sea temperatures to rise as well. All life supported by the oceans will be affected with this shock to their ecosystem. Corals are some of the most vulnerable marine animals and we are already watching whole reefs disappear. The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is no exception and will continue to shrink as the temperatures rise! These reefs are some of the best in the world for diving, but they will soon disappear!
Venice
Sprawling across (横跨) hundreds of small islands in Northeast Italy, Venice is at extreme risk of sinking into the Adriatic Sea. Rising sea levels are in fact a serious threat to many coastal cities located at sea level. Lucky for us, however, Venice is developing a series of sea walls to protect the city in times of high tide.
Glacier (冰川) National Park
Glacier National Park was once covered by over 150 glaciers, but by 2005 it only had about 27! Located in Montana, Canada, this park is over a million acres and has a huge plant and wildlife population. As temperatures rise, the glaciers and ice melt, which will upset the ecosystems sustaining over a thousand plant species and hundreds of animals.
The Amazon
The cause behind the disappearance of these fantastic places ultimately comes down to humans. Our expansion usually requires cutting down forests for land, fuel and materials, but rarely considers the consequences. These forests are sources of food and medicine for just about everyone on the planet!
What will happen if we lose these valuable places and beautiful destinations?
1. What can we infer from the part of “Venice”?| A．Many places are in the risk of sinking below the sea level. |
| B．Venice is the only coastal city of Italy. |
| C．Venice will never sink because of the protection of sea walls. |
| D．Italy consists of hundreds of small islands in the Adriatic Sea. |
| A．It doesn’t support any living thing for it’s cold. |
| B．It is covered by over 150 glaciers. |
| C．Plant species and animals in it have died out. |
| D．It covers a large area in Montana. |
| A．The Great Barrier Reef. |
| B．Venice. |
| C．The Amazon. |
| D．Glacier National Park. |
| A．Rising sea levels. |
| B．Rising sea temperatures. |
| C．Humans’ diving activities. |
| D．The shrinkage (缩小) of their habitats. |
3 . Mount Huang (Anhui)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site set amidst “the loveliest mountains of China,” Mount Huang, aka Mount Yellow, is a onceinalifetime trek for many Chinese.
The 1,863-meter mountain is renowned for its oddly shaped pines, spectacular rock formations, hot springs and seas of misty and melancholy clouds. A trip here provides a mountain of feeling.
Admission fee：RMB 230 between 1 March －30 November
RMB 150 between 1 December－28 February
Major cities connected to Huangshan Airport by direct flights include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Xi’an.
TEL: 05595561111
Huangguoshu Waterfall (Guizhou)
The highest waterfall in Asia, majestic Huangguoshu “Yellow Fruit Tree” Waterfall plunges a dramatic 77.8 meters across a 101meterwide span.
The best visiting season is June to August, when the water reaches a peak flow of 700 cubic meters per second.
Admission fee：RMB 180 between 1 March－31 October
RMB 160 between 1 November－28 February
The nearest traffic hub to Huangguoshu Waterfall is Huangguoshu Airport. It’s about six kilometers away. Major cities connected to Huangguoshu by direct flights include Beijing and Guangzhou.
TEL：085133596663
Shennongjia (Hubei)
More than 400 people claim to have seen a Bigfootlike creature among the lush vegetation of Shennongjia over the past century, yet no hard evidence has been found to prove the “yeti’s” existence.
The 3,200squarekilometer nature reserve also purports to be “the only wellpreserved subtropical forest ecosystem in the world’s midlatitudes”, with more than 5,000 species of animals and plants. It’s home to snubnosed or golden monkeys, a rare and protected species in China.
Admission fee：RMB 100
Wuhan is the nearest major city and traffic hub to Shennongjia. From Wuhan’s longdistance bus station at Xinhua Lu, take the daily coach to Xingshan County. Then transfer to a minibus from Xingshan to Shennongjia.
TEL：07198128855
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1. Which is the best choice for hot springlovers with tight budgets?| A．Mount Huang in October. |
| B．Huangguoshu Waterfall in July. |
| C．Mount Huang in December. |
| D．Shennongjia at any time. |
| A．On May Day. |
| B．On CPC Founding Day. |
| C．On New Year’s Day. |
| D．On National Day. |
| A．5 | B．3 |
| C．4 | D．1 |
4 . The London Eye, formerly known as the Millennium Wheel, is on the South Bank of the River Thames. At an overall height of 135 meters, the London Eye was the world’s tallest Ferris wheel from 1999, when it was built, until 2006, when it was surpassed (超过) by the Star of Nanchang, in Nanchang, China. It is one of London’s most popular tourist attractions.
What is now called the London Eye originated as a work sent by David Marks and Julia Barfield of Marks Barfield Architects in 1993 to a competition. The competition is supported by The Sunday Times and Great Britain’s Architecture Foundation, for a new landmark in memory of the millennium (千禧年) in London. Although no winner was declared, Marks and Barfield carried out the development of the project themselves and found the site where the wheel now stands. Most of the money was provided by British Airways.
Construction began in 1998, and the wheel was put together over the river before being pulled up.The London Eye was ceremonially “opened” by Prime Minister Tony Blair on December 31, 1999, but didn’t admit its first paying passenger until March 9,2000. Originally scheduled to be taken apart after five years, it was kept in place because of continued popularity. In 2006 an LED lighting system was installed in order to make the wheel more noticeable after dark.
The wheel rests on two supports, which are fixed firmly to a foundation on the riverbank and lean (倾斜) out over the river at an angle of 65°. The power to turn the wheel is sent through rubber tires that are placed on the base of the structure. Placed on the wheel are 32 eggshaped “capsules”, as the cabins that carry the passengers are called. Their number agrees with the 32 boroughs (自治市) that (together with the City of London) make up Greater London. Each capsule can hold as many as 25 passengers. The wheel moves so slowly — two circles per hour — that it needn’t stop for passengers to get on or off, except for those with disabilities.
1. When was the London Eye the tallest Ferris wheel in the world?| A．In 1993. | B．In 1998. |
| C．In 2004. | D．In 2016. |
| A．To compete for a prize. |
| B．To memorialize the start of their business. |
| C．To attract more visitors to the River Thames. |
| D．To realize their dream of riding on a Ferris wheel. |
| A．It leant out more than 65°. |
| B．It was officially open to the public. |
| C．It was decorated with brighter lighting. |
| D．It faced the threat of being taken apart. |
| A．Greater London consists of 32 cities. |
| B．The London Eye spends an hour spinning around once. |
| C．Disabled people are forbidden to get on the London Eye. |
| D．The London Eye can hold eight hundred passengers at most. |
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6 . A walk through the galleries of Quebec’s Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) places individuals face-to-face with some 43,000 artworks ranging from Chinese ceramics to Inuit sculpture.
While the visiting is an incredible cultural experience, a group of local physicians will soon be able to prescribe (开处方) museum visits as treatment for some illnesses.
“We know that art contributes to neural (神经的) activity,” said MMFA director Nathalie Bondil. “What we see is that being in contact with art can really help your well-being.”
Hélène Boyer, vice president of a Montreal-based medical association, explains that museum visits have been shown to increase levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter (神经递质) known as the “happy chemical” which helps to lift the mood.
According to Boyer, the small increase in hormones associated with enjoying an afternoon of art is similar to that offered by exercise, making museum visits prescriptions ideal for the elderly experiencing pain that prevents them from regularly joining in physical activity.
The museum visits are designed to improve traditional methods. As Bondil notes,spending time in a peaceful environment can provide a welcome distraction. “What is most important is this experience can help them escape from their own pain,” she says. “When you enter the museum,you escape from the speed of our daily life.”
“I am convinced that in the 21st century, culture will be what physical activity was for health in the 20th century,” said Bondil.“Some people would do well to recall that just in the 19th century,sports were believed to do harm to the body. Just as doctors now prescribe exercise, they will be able to prescribe a visit to the MMFA.”
1. What does Hélène Boyer think of museum visits?| A．They can cheer people up. |
| B．They can reduce physical activity. |
| C．They can slow down our life pace. |
| D．They can increase levels of art appreciation. |
| A．Stop them concentrating on pain. |
| B．Stop them focusing on traditional methods. |
| C．Encourage them not to be absent-minded. |
| D．Encourage them to slow their steps while walking. |
| A．Physical activity was popular in the 19th century. |
| B．Sports are considered to be harmful to the body. |
| C．Ideas of treating illnesses are changing over time. |
| D．Doctors prescribe museum visits regularly now. |
7 . The Historic Land of Maramure
The county of Maramures, located in the northern part of Romania, is famous for its traditional way of life that has remained unchanged for hundreds of years.
When to Go
May－June for wild flowers; July－September for hiking; September for harvest events like the Chestnut Festival (Baia Mare), Onion Festival (Asuaju de Sus), and Autumn in Chioar (Remetea Chioarului).
How to Get Around
Baia Mare is the region’s largest town and its transportation hub (交通枢纽). From Bucharest, the quickest choice is the 85minute direct flight to Baia Mare International Airport. Rent a car at the airport to travel regionally, and walk, hike, or bike in villages and rural areas. The Englishspeaking staff at the Maramures Tourism Office in Baia Mare (open on weekdays) can provide biking, driving, and hiking routes, plus information about public transportation and bike rentals.
Where to Stay
Small, familyrun guesthouses are located in many villages. Prices typically include breakfast or all meals. The Village Hotel in Breb has three guest rooms in the main house and three small houses, each restored or built using local materials.
Where to Eat or Drink
There’s a great restaurant offering traditional Maramures tastes beside the Casa Iurca de Calinesti Hotel, located next to Elie Wiesel’s birthplace in Sighetu Marmatiei. Weather permitting, sit in the courtyard and watch the chef roast a whole lamb or pig over the open fire.
What to Read before You Go
William Blacker’s memoir (回忆录) Along the Enchanted Way: A Story of Love and Life in Romania is an insightful look into the customs and cultural traditions of rural Transylvania and Maramures, where the author lived from 1996 to 2004.
1. What can we get from the Maramures Tourism Office in Baia Mare?| A．Car rental service. |
| B．Advice on hiking routes. |
| C．Training in driving on hill roads. |
| D．Bicycles available free of charge. |
| A．It offers many traditional Maramures foods. |
| B．It used to be Elie Wiesel’s living place. |
| C．It is the best hotel in the area. |
| D．It is next to a nice restaurant. |
| A．The proper ways of behaving in Maramure |
| B．The major tourist attractions in Transylvania. |
| C．The love story of William Blacker and his wife. |
| D．The poor living conditions in Romanian mountain villages. |
8 . Welcome to Adventureland!
Everyone loves Adventureland! The Parks and Exhibitions were built for you to explore (探索), enjoy, and admire their wonders. Every visit will be an unforgettable experience. You will go away enriched, longing to come back. What are you going to do this time?
The Travel Pavilion
Explore places you have never been to before, and experience different ways of life. Visit the Amazon jungle (丛林) village, the Turkish market, the Tai floating market, the Berber mountain house and others. Talk to the people there who will tell you about their lives, and things they make. You can try making a carpet, making nets, fishing...
The Future Tower
This exhibition shows how progress will touch our lives. It allows us to look into the future and explore the cities of the next century and the way we’ll be living then. Spend some time in our space station and climb into our simulator (模拟装置) for the Journey to Mars.
The Nature Park
This is not really one park but several. In the Safari Park you can drive among African animals in one of our Range Cruisers: see lions, giraffes, elephants in the wild. Move on to the Ocean Park to watch the dolphins and whales. And then there is still the Aviary to see ...
The Pyramid
This is the center of Adventureland. Run out of film, need some postcards and souvenirs? For all these things and many more, visit our underground shopping center. Come here for information and ideas too.
1. Where is the text probably taken from?| A．A textbook. | B．A fashion magazine. |
| C．A science report. | D．A travel advertisement. |
| A．Watch dolphins and whales. | B．Send postcards |
| C．Travel to Mars. | D．Making nets. |
| A．The Future Tower. | B．The Nature Park. |
| C．The Pyramid. | D．The Travel Pavilion. |
9 . Chinatown, lying in Downtown L.A. near the city’s cultural center, is one of L.A.’s most popular tourist destinations.
I had been heading to Chinatown for about 6 years to hang out until 2012, when I became a member of the neighborhood. After moving in, I started to explore every corner of this amazing place.
A MECCA FOR FOOD
In Chinatown, a mix of new and old restaurants meets everyone’s needs. You can find dim sum at Ocean Seafood and tasty banh mi at Golden Lake Eatery. The cuisine in Chinatown goes beyond Asian food. People are still lining up for fried chicken at Howlin’ Ray’s.
Early birds should stop by Philippe The Original, a local restaurant that’s beloved for French Dip sandwiches, but also serves a good classic American breakfast. Night owls will want to head to Full House Seafood on Hill Street, which is open late into the night.
CHINESE AMERICAN MUSEUM
Food is far from the only reason to visit Chinatown. People interested in history will want to start their trip at the Chinese American Museum (CAM), lying just outside of Chinatown at El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument. The museum is housed in the Garnier Building, the oldest surviving Chinese building in a major area of California.
CENTRAL PLAZA
A big statue of Bruce Lee has become a must-photograph site in Chinatown’s Central Plaza. The late martial arts star once had a studio in Chinatown at 628 W.College St.
Nearby is Dragon Chasing Pearl, which was originally painted on the wall in 1941 by Tyrus Wong. The artist, who passed away in December 2016 at age 106, was famous for his work in films, particularly as the lead artist on Disney’s Bambi.
1. Which of the following serves both French and American food early in the morning?| A．Ocean Seafood. | B．Golden Lake Eatery. |
| C．Full House Seafood. | D．Philippe The Original. |
| A．It has big attraction for history-lovers. |
| B．It stands near the famous Garnier Building. |
| C．It is situated in the center of Chinatown. |
| D．It is the oldest museum in California. |
| A．Watch Disney films like Bambi. |
| B．Take pictures with martial arts stars. |
| C．Admire Tyrus Wong’s artwork. |
| D．Visit Bruce Lee’s house at 628 W. College St. |
10 . The first and only emergency hiking shelter in Golden Ears Provincial Park celebrated its 20th anniversary (周年纪念日) this summer, after helping countless people over the past two decades when they’ve found themselves in trouble near the peak.
At a height of over l,500 meters, Golden Ears is home to some unpredictable weather. According to a 2020 global study, more than 20 percent of hiking accidents happen partially due to poor weather conditions.
The weather became such a problem that Ron Paley, former trail-master for Golden Ears Trail Preservation and Restoration Club, was personally involved in multiple rescues while preparing the future construction site.
“One involved a couple of guys hiking, one of whom hurt his ankle. His friend tried carrying him down the mountain, but it’s hard enough hiking that mountain alone, so there was no way he would have made it while giving a piggyback ride to someone else,” Paley said.
Since the structure was completed on Oct. 1, 2002, many people have visited it — whether for emergency or personal use.
Rick Laing, spokesperson for the Ridge Meadows Search and Rescue, emphasizes that this long-standing shelter is designed to be used in only extreme cases.
“But, a lot of people seem to use it as a destination instead of for emergencies,” Laing said.
The tough conditions of Golden Ears make it likely that many more of the nearly 1 million people who visit the park each year will need to seek out this shelter in the future.
“I’ve done the Grand Canyon and it’s easier than Golden Ears,” Paley said.
It’s because of this challenging terrain (地形) that completing the emergency shelter took more than two weeks and $50,000. But according to Paley, he looks back on the challenge fondly.
“If this shelter has saved even one life, it’s worth it.”
1. What led to the construction of the shelter in Golden Ears?| A．Its great height. | B．Hikers’ requests. |
| C．Sudden weather changes there. | D．Frequent hiking accidents there. |
| A．He lost his life in the park. | B．He was saved by Ron Paley. |
| C．He had hiked that mountain alone. | D．He was carried down the mountain by his friend. |
| A．Unfavorable. | B．Tolerant. | C．Uncaring. | D．Approving. |
| A．To imply the importance of Golden Ears. |
| B．To reveal Golden Ears’ remote location. |
| C．To show the tough conditions of Golden Ears. |
| D．To suggest Golden Ears’ growing popularity. |
