1 . 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。

My hometown is Taiyuan, capital of Shanxi Province. The province     1     (previous) went through a period of speedy development given its large coal reserves, but was then trapped in an unhealthy mode of economic development     2     (dominate) by coal.

But those days     3     (be) long gone. In recent years, Taiyuan     4     (witness) many pleasant surprises. With its strong promotion of the green transformation and development of tourism, Taiyuan has become     5     hot tourist destination.

Beyond Taiyuan, the whole Shanxi Province has become popular. Tourism     6     (order) in Shanxi on the first day of the Spring Festival holiday increased by 16 times compared to the same period of last year. A friend of mine came up     7     the idea of driving around Datong City but found that all the hotels had been fully booked. The Yungang Grottoes in Datong City and the Ancient City of Pingyao were both crowded with tourists, with the locals     8     (describe) the scenes as feeling like "a billion people have come". The queuing (排队) time at some scenic spots could be around five hours or even     9     (long).

Taiyuan,     10     was once covered by coal ash (煤灰), has completely changed its image with nearly 20 forest parks, while enjoying a green environment.

2 . Malaysia is a popular travel destination. Here are some best places to visit in Malaysia 2024.

Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is the largest city in Malaysia. Things to do in Kuala Lumpur include a trip to the world famous Petronas Towers, taking a trip to the ancient Hindu temple at the Batu Caves, sampling some of the most amazing street food, visiting markets and much more.

Getting to Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur has two major airports — KLIA and KLIA2. It is also well connected to the rest of Malaysia by bus and train.

Langkawi

Langkawi is actually an archipelago (群岛) but the main island offers a range of different locations to visit and stay. Pantai Cenang is one of the most popular beach destinations and home to Underwater World.

Getting to Langkawi: The best way to get to Langkawi is to fly.

Penang

There’s a multicultural mix of influences and plenty of beaches, interesting architecture and affordable resort style accommodation. It’s also one of the best places in Malaysia to eat, offering some of the best cheap food.

Penang is home to important and culturally significant temples like Lok Si Temple, as well as the historic George Town.

Getting to Penang: You can get to Penang by train, bus or plane.

Bukit Merah

Located just outside of Taiping, the town is surrounded by a lake. The town is home to another sustainable attraction, the EcoPark — an enclosure home to many native and rare animals.

Getting to Bukit Merah: The best way to get there is to drive from Taiping. There are also buses. It’s also possible to day trip here from Penang.

1. What can you do in Kuala Lumpur?

A．Tour the EcoPark.

B．Visit Petronas Towers.

C．Enjoy Underwater World.

D．Experience life in George Town.

2. What is the best way to Langkawi?

A．By car.

B．By plane.

C．By train.

D．By bus.

3. Where can you see rare animals?

A．In Penang.	B．In Langkawi.
C．In Bukit Merah.	D．In Kuala Lumpur.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where will the man’s family go this Sunday?

A．To a beach.

B．To an Italian city.

C．To a national park.

2. What will the man do this Saturday?

A．Watch a variety of deer.

B．Shop with his family.

C．Do some hiking.

3. How long does it take the man’s family to go to Italy by train?

A．Two and a half hours.

B．Two hours.

C．One and a half hours.

4 . If you can brave cooler temperatures and sometimes rainy weather, you’ll likely be rewarded with fewer crowds and lower travel rates in the following popular destinations.

Maui

Although March falls within Maui’s peak season, its excellent weather and conditions for water sports and wildlife viewing make it a superb time to visit. Experienced surfers can head to popular surf spots like Ho’okipa Beach and Kaanapali Beach to catch waves, while animal lovers can look for migrating whales during a whale watching cruise (乘船游览). To save some coin, book your Maui hotel and airfare at least a few months in advance.

Whitehorse

Whitehorse is the capital of Canada’s Yukon region. You can visit the SS Klondike National Historic Site and the MacBride Museum to learn about Whitehorse’s ties to the Klondike Gold Rush and the First Nations people who settled here during the ice age. Then, travel outside of Whitehorse to check out some of the Yukon’s breathtaking natural attractions, such as Kluane National Park and Reserve and see the northern lights in March.

Galapagos Islands

While you can spot wildlife in the Galápagos year-round, March is nesting season for animals like green sea turtles and red-footed boobies. Keep an eye out near the water, too, as sea lions are known to hang on the beaches. And though March falls within the wet season, there should still be ample warm, sunny days to enjoy the beach, particularly towards the end of the month.

Moab

Located between two of Utah’s five main national parks, Moab is an outdoor adventure centre known for its awe-inspiring red rock formations. Travellers can admire them during visits to Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park, which is the largest national park in the state. Popular March activities include hiking, rock climbing, off-roading and camping.

1. What is special about Whitehorse?

A．It is a capital with a rich history.	B．It owns two large national parks.
C．It needs to be reserved in advance.	D．It allows interacting with sea lions.

2. Where are you most likely to go if you take an interest in rock formations?

A．Maui.	B．Whitehorse.
C．Galapagos Islands.	D．Moab.

3. What is known about the places mentioned in the text?

A．They are very rich in wild animals.	B．They are excellent places to visit in March.
C．They have sunny days all year around.	D．They offer unique hiking experiences.

5 . Four Beautiful National Parks in New Zealand

Fiordland National Park

With over three million acres, the Fiordland National Park is the largest in New Zealand. It is also one of the most popular tourist attractions, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors yearly to its dramatic landscape. When visiting, you will find beautiful fiords (峡湾), ancient rainforests, shining lakes, waterfalls, and snow-capped peaks.

Abel Tasman National Park

Located on the north end of the South Island is Abel Tasman National Purk, named after the first European explorer to find New Zealand. At nearly 60,000 acres, it is the smallest national park in the country, but it offers the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. For instance, the park features sandy beaches, clear streams, forested hills, and mossy valleys. The best way to experience the area is by hiking, camping, kayaking, sailing and swimming.

Arthur’s Pass National Park

Also on New Zealand’s South Island is Arthur’s Pass National Park, featuring primarily mountainous terrain (地形). Arthur’s Pass includes the heart of the Southern Alps and consists of high, rough mountains, steep gorges and wide rivers. Because the area is not as developed as other parks and requires visitors to have a knowledge of route-finding and river-crossing, it is not typically an area for inexperienced recreationists.

Tongariro National Park

Tongariro was the 6th national park established in the world and the oldest in New Zealand. It’s been open to the public since 1887 and is the perfect destination for thrill-seekers and those who appreciate mother nature. The park contains three active volcanoes and features world-famous crossings for some of the best hiking and skiing in the world.

1. Which one of the following parks is the largest park in New Zealand?

A．Fiordland National Park.	B．Abel Tasman National Park.
C．Arthur’s Pass National Park.	D．Tongariro National Park.

2. What do the Abel Tasman National Park and Arthur’s Pass National Park have in common?

A．They are located on the South Island.

B．They are named after European explorers.

C．They are suitable for inexperienced recreationists.

D．They feature world-famous crossings and beaches.

3. Who will probably be attracted to Tongariro National Park?

A．Beginner hikers.

B．Thrill-seekers.

C．Swim lovers.

D．Bridge-builders.

6 . I found a wonderful picture of Maolan karst cones online and presented it to the innkeeper. “You can’t go there,” the innkeeper ______ me. “The viewing platform has been closed due to ______ that too many visitors could cause geological damage.”

Despite our disappointment, we ______ an alternative: a seven-hour hike through the “funnel forest”. Initially, we were ______ to run the risk. However, I had ______ the tourism motto in the nature reserve: “If you don’t do it now, you won’t do it in your lifetime.” Three of our group ______ decided to venture into the forest. The innkeeper responded with a knowing ______ : “Great. Bear Grylls went there.”

The next morning, we set off with a local ______ . Rain came and went three times, and before I actually ______ to climb over the first mountain, I had already got wet to the skin. I was a walking ______ of mud and water.

Our guide, in his 50s, behaved like a botanist, introducing the locally specific plants to us, but I was hardly in the ______ . Every step sank into the muddy, sucking ground. Every log or rock in front of us was a physical ______ . “One can never reach those places without strong willpower,” I murmured, reciting that millennium-old ______ , over and over again.

Sinkholes and entrances to underground rivers kept popping up along our ______ . Thinking of them leading to an unknown world, I began to ______ the road that I can control even more.

Wandering in a green chaos without any obvious landmarks is also breathtaking.

1.

A．answered

B．told

C．followed

D．favored

2.

A．news

B．matters

C．concerns

D．conclusions

3.

A．worked out

B．took in

C．set down

D．ruled out

4.

A．unwilling

B．surprised

C．calm

D．inspired

5.

A．forgotten

B．promoted

C．interpreted

D．noticed

6.

A．shortly

B．lately

C．eventually

D．suddenly

7.

A．taste

B．tone

C．smile

D．sigh

8.

A．botanist

B．keeper

C．farmer

D．guide

9.

A．managed

B．decided

C．planned

D．agreed

10.

A．visitor

B．mixture

C．log

D．stranger

11.

A．eagerness

B．mood

C．humor

D．pity

12.

A．contact

B．energy

C．activity

D．challenge

13.

A．prediction

B．line

C．deal

D．secret

14.

A．route

B．landmark

C．platform

D．rock

15.

A．guarantee

B．ignore

C．doubt

D．appreciate

7 . The most scenic train journeys

Semmering Railway, Austria

Route: Gloggnitz to Mürzzuschlag

Distance and duration: 25.5 miles, 45 minutes

Best time to ride: Year round

Constructed between 1848 and 1854 by more than 20,000 workers, the Semmering Railway travels through a picturesque wonderland as the train crosses the 965-metre-high Semmering Pass.

Centovalli Railway, Switzerland and Italy

Route: Locarno to Domodossola

Distance and duration: 32 miles, two hours

Best time to ride: June to August

The “Hundred Valley” Railway is a spectacle of waterfalls, chestnut groves, lush landscapes and vineyards: the Alps at their charming best. Highlights of this journey include the Isorno Bridge near the village of Intragna and the valley connecting Re and Intragna.

Mittenwald Railway, Austria and Germany

Route: Innsbruck to Zugspitze

Distance and duration: 51.5 miles, three hours

Best time to ride: Year round

The Mittenwald Railway is a beautiful border-crossing route that travels past shining lakes and glorious mountainous landscapes on its journey between Austria and Germany. And it also takes you towards the peak of Zugspitze, Germany’s highest mountain at 2,961 metres.

Glacier Express, Switzerland

Route: Zermatt to St Moritz

Distance and duration: 180 miles, 7.5 hours

Best time to ride: November to January

On the Glacier Express, the chances of meeting a millionaire are higher than average as you travel between the eastern and western Swiss Alps, through awesome mountainous landscapes and two of Switzerland’s best-known resorts. It’s perfect for ski enthusiasts.

1. What is the best time to take the Centovalli Railway?

A．March.

B．April.

C．July.

D．November.

2. Which railway should you take to admire Germany’s highest mountain?

A．Semmering Railway.	B．Centovalli Railway.
C．Mittenwald Railway.	D．Glacier Express.

3. Which of the following is the longest train route?

A．Gloggnitz to Mürzzuschlag.	B．Locarno to Domodossola.
C．Innsbruck to Zugspitze.	D．Zermatt to St Moritz.

8 . The Seychelles — that remote island chain off the coast of northern Africa is heaven for scuba divers (水肺潜水). With more than 100 islands, most of which are uninhabited, and a relatively small amount of tourists impacting the oceans and beaches, the Seychelles has some truly best scuba diving.

Fisherman’s Cove Reef

If you’re a beginner diver who loves gentle drop-offs and sea turtles, make sure Fisherman’s Cove Reef is on your scuba diving radar. The site is very popular as there’s rarely a current, it’s very shallow, and has a colorful reef with everything from eagle rays to small leaf fish, which can be very difficult to find against the seagrass and coral.

Ennerdale Wreck

If you love wreck diving, head right for the Ennerdale, a British oil tanker that accidentally sunk in 1970. Because of the medium-to-strong current and depth, it’s for divers with advanced open water cert. They’ll be able to swim around the wreck’s propellers, penetrate the frame, and likely see reef sharks and the occasional bull shark.

Baie Ternay Marine Park

The shallow, protected area of ocean has healthy and varied coral, and a lively reef. Both snorkelers and beginner divers are likely to see sea turtles grazing on the seagrass, coaching reef fish, and small eels poking out of the sandy ocean floor.   

Aldabra Atoll

It doesn’t get much more remote than the Aldabra Atoll, a UNESCO site. The coral reef continues underwater, which makes all the island’s dive sites stunning. Advanced divers can do drift dives in a channel with a chance of seeing sharks, while beginners can stay closer to the reefs, checking the various species of marine life in the Indian Ocean off their must-see list. The island is home to nearly 100,000 giant tortoises, as well as several other rare species

1. Why is the Seychelles known as heaven for scuba divers?

A．Its close distance to northern Africa.	B．The high chance to spot the fish in the region.
C．Its relatively small number of inhabited islands.	D．The effect of the oceans and beaches on tourism.

2. What makes Ennerdale Wreck appealing to divers?

A．The chance to see a sunken ship under the ocean.	B．The numerous sharks and large marine creatures.
C．Its remote location away from the main islands.	D．Its attraction to both snorkelers and divers.

3. Which place is suitable for both beginners and advanced divers?

A．Aldabra Atoll.	B．Ennerdale Wreck.
C．Fisherman’s Cove Reef.	D．Baie Ternay Marine Park.

9 . Best Places to Visit in January 2024

Argentine Patagonia

Many travelers choose to visit Argentine Patagonia in January due to its warm temperatures and enough daylight hours. Conditions will be ideal for kayaking or rafting on the glacier-fed lakes of the Lake District, located in the northern part of Patagonia. Plus, the weather will be warm enough for a trip to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world and an excellent base for hiking in Tierra del Fuego.

Railay Bench

January is one of the driest months of the year on this Thai peninsula, so you’re likely to encounter sun-soaked days of beaching and kayaking while taking in views of the iconic limestone cliffs. If you’re up for more action, this area is known for its rock climbing, and you’ll also find several caves to explore. Just be sure to book early as accommodations can fill up quickly during the dry season.

Zermatt

Zermatt’s most impressive sight is the world-famous Matterhorn. For breathtaking views, take a cable car to Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Europe’s highest mountain station. Here, travelers can explore the attraction’s Glacier Palace, a fascinating attraction with ice tunnels and ever-changing ice sculptures. Thrill seekers can also gaze at this jaw-dropping natural wonder during a helicopter tour, or they can try hiking or skiing one of the area’s 37 other mountains.

St. Kitts & Nevis

This two-island nation boasts excellent sailing conditions, blue waters perfect for snorkeling (潜泳) and forests and volcanoes for those who prefer to explore on land. Plus, if you’re ringing in the new year here, you’ll catch the closing events for the islands’ biggest festival — the St. Kitts and Nevis National Carnival. Regarded as Sugar Mas by the locals, this cull viral celebration makes this one of the sweetest times of year to visit.

1. What can travelers do in Argentine Patagonia?

A．Celebrate the sweetest festivals.	B．Experience water rides.
C．Explore rocks and caves.	D．Relax on the beautiful beaches.

2. Which place may attract adventurous travelers most?

A．St. Kitts Nevis.	B．Railay Beach.
C．Argentine Patagonia.	D．Zermatt.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A culture magazine.	B．An academic paper.
C．A tourism website.	D．A science fiction.

10 . The Best Hotels in St. Kitts and Nevis

Neighboring St. Kitts and Nevis remain two of the most off-the-radar islands in the Caribbean. Their beaches are gorgeous and their mountainous coastlines are perfect for day hikes. Here’s where to check in when you go.

Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbor

From the reflecting lily pools at its entrance to the wall of straw hats in the lobby, you’ll never forget you’re on sandy St. Kitts when you stay at the swish, five-star Park Hyatt fronting Christophe Harbor. We especially love that the 126 taupe-and-blue rooms are an about-face from the stuffy colonial leftovers you’ll find elsewhere on the island, which ensure those volcano and beach views are never upstaged. You’ll also enjoy water views from the Miraval Spa.

Belle Mont Farm

Calling all foodies: gourmet (美食家) meals are the standard when you stay at Belle Mont Farm, a 400-acre eco-friendly working farm built on the slopes of Mount Liamuiga, from where you can have/get a bird’s-eye view of the sea. Across the property, signs indicate when fruit is ripe to pick, while no less than six restaurants and bars showcase the island’s diversity. The one you absolutely have to hit is Kitchen, which specializes in fresh catches of the day and sources nearly every ingredient from St. Kitts or Nevis.

Four Seasons Resort Nevis

Despite its small size, this colonial beauty embodies the kind of over-the-top luxury you’ve always dreamed of: there are three infinity pools (无边泳池), pavilions with wrap-around verandas, a Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course, a lavish spa with splendid water views, and rich activities are included, from a sailing school to tennis courts, guided hikes along rainforest trails, and even a beach waiter who roams the sands, handing out books and sunscreen.

1. What can we know about Belle Mont Farm?

A．It has more than 100 taupe-and-blue rooms.	B．It features its dishes.
C．It attracts lots of hikers.	D．It is located on the beach of St. Kitts.

2. What do the three hotels have in common?

A．They are all located in Nevis.	B．They all provide guided hikes.
C．They all provide wonderful water views.	D．They are all large-scale hotels.

3. What is unique to Four Seasons Resort Nevis?

A．It serves fresh catches.	B．Rich activities are included.
C．It has spa facilities.	D．Sand beaches are available.