1 . Paris, France
New changes have taken place in Paris in recent years. Paris used to be among Europe’s busiest cities. Traffic jams could be seen all the time. But now there is a new 2.5-kilometre-long car-free area inside the city. The Louvre attracts world tourists. People visit there not just for the artworks, but also enjoy the roof of the building which is like a flying carpet. The world’s most beautiful city is now even more beautiful.
Lijiang River National Park, China
Lijiang River is in Guilin. It is well-known for its clear water, limestone caves (石灰岩洞) and green hills. The hills have beautiful names depending on different shapes, such as “Elephant Trunk”. These attract many Chinese poets and artists. The best way to enjoy Lijing River is to take an 83 km boat trip from Guilin to Yangshuo in summer.
Adelaide, Australia
Many people may know Sydney or Melbourne. They are big cities in Australia. But Adelaide wins people’s hearts with great festivals and tasty food. Adelaide Fringe Festival is the largest art festival in Australia. Every February and March, people celebrate with outdoor artworks, dance performances and live music. Adelaide has many kinds of foreign foods. British fish and chips, Italian pizza and German meat can be found in most restaurants.
Zurich, Switzerland
What do you think Zurich is famous for? Great banks? Yes. People can find many Swiss banks and foreign banks here. But the city is of great interest to many people for another reason. Zurich hosts Europe’s largest street party each year. Its Street Parade has overtaken London’s Notting Hill Carnival.
1. Tourists enjoy the artworks as well as ________ of the Louvre.| A．the location | B．the roof | C．the free tickets | D．the traffic |
| A．boat trip | B．warm weather |
| C．the highway to Yangshuo | D．the beautiful scenery |
| A．even worse | B．exactly the same |
| C．much better | D．less popular |
Some theme parks not only make people feel
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One of the important skills for Polynesians is boat-building. It allows the islanders
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We were first greeted with the barking by a pack
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Meihekou city in Northeast China’s Jilin province was filled with travelers
For anyone visiting Meihekou, this commercial street is a must visit,
5 . While being in a foreign country may be fun, there is always danger abroad. All visitors from any country should learn what the dangers are in foreign countries and how to protect themselves no matter how sure they are that they are safe. There is always the possibility that something can go wrong, so, as they say, it’s better to be safe than sorry.
Research the country you are going to before you go.
Make three copies of everything before you leave. Make copies of your passport, travel itinerary and tickets, credit cards, driver’s license, and any other important documents.
Keep your personal information secret. No one but you needs to know where you are staying, where you are going, and when you are doing it. No matter how trustworthy a person seems, it’s not important they know your personal information. If somebody asks where you are staying, then lie. When checking in a hotel, don’t say your room number out loud at any time. Ideally, the hotel clerk should be cautious about it.
| A．Safeguard your room. |
| B．Check to see if tap water is safe. |
| C．You should copy the back of everything as well. |
| D．The following tips can make your next foreign trip as safe as possible. |
| E．If you think others heard your room number, simply ask to have it changed. |
| F．The best way of researching is to search on the Internet for legal information. |
| G．If you are quiet and respectful, you are less likely to draw attention to yourself. |
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7 . Walled Cities Of The World
There are numerous historical walled cities across the world, whose walls date back several centuries. These walls were fortification (碉堡), a necessity throughout medieval eras for defense. They have been preserved as historical monuments and popular tourist attractions in the modern time.
York, England
The city of York is a medieval city situated in the north of England. Historically, the city was ruled by the Romans, Angles, and the Vikings before being incorporated as part of the Kingdom of England in 954. Located in the city are walls built in 71 AD which have been restored and extended with time.
Xi’an, China
The city of Xian is one of the oldest cities in China. It prospered economically as the eastern last station of the Silk Road. The existing walls were originally built in 770 BC and reconstructed in the 14th century under the Ming Dynasty. The walls are well preserved and are a major tourist attraction in the city.
Quebec City, Canada
Quebec City was a colonial (殖民地的) town which was fortified by the settling Europeans. The walls began to be built in 1608 under both British and French regimes (政权). A fort was constructed by the British as an additional defensive measure and remains undamaged to date. The city’s fortifications were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
Mexico City, Mexico
Historically, the City of Mexico gained importance as the Aztec Capital. The Spanish then drove out the Aztecs and rebuilt it as the Spanish Capital. The walls protecting the city were built in 1521. Mexico City is also home to numerous colonial-era buildings which together with the walls are major tourist attractions in the city.
1. Which city has walls of the longest history?| A．York, England. | B．Xi’an, China. |
| C．Quebec City, Canada. | D．Mexico City, Mexico. |
| A．They were once colonies of other countries. |
| B．They were once the capital of the Aztec empire. |
| C．Their walls were once built under British regime. |
| D．Their walls were once damaged after construction. |
| A．Culture. | B．Entertainment. | C．Science. | D．Society |
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Tourists can pick fresh vegetables in
Since many
To date, 32 rural households have joined the shared homestay program,
“We developed the village in harmony with nature,
9 . Paris is the capital of the European nation of France. It is also one of the most beautiful and most famous cities in the world.
Paris is called the City of Light. It is also an international fashion center. What women are wearing in Paris will be worn by women all over the world. Paris is also a famous world center of education. For example, it is the headquarters of UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
The Seine River divides the city into two parts. Thirty-two bridges cross this beautiful river. The oldest and perhaps most well-known is the Pont Neuf, which was built in the sixteenth century. The Sorbonne, a famous university, stands on the left bank of the river. There are many other famous places in Paris, such as the famous museum, the Louvre, as well as the Notre Dame. However, the most famous building in this city is Eiffel Tower.
Paris is named after a group of people called the Parisii . They built a small village on an island in the middle of the Seine River about two thousand years ago. This island, called the lle de la Cite, is where Notre Dame lies.
1. Why is Paris considered an international fashion center?| A．Because Paris has many famous bridges. |
| B．Because the clothes there are the most expensive. |
| C．Because the dressing style there is imitated by people. |
| D．Because Paris puts on light shows every day. |
| A．on the right bank of the Seine River | B．on the left bank of the Seine River |
| C．in Sorbonne | D．on neither bank of the Seine River |
| A．The Eiffel Tower is one of the representatives of Paris. |
| B．The lle de la Cite is on the left of the Seine River. |
| C．The name of Paris comes from an island. |
| D．Pont Neuf is the youngest bridge in Paris. |
| A．The Famous Sights of Paris | B．The Mother River in Paris |
| C．The Regional Division of Paris | D．A Brief Introduction to Paris |
10 . Like many young people, Jessica wants to travel the globe. Unlike most of them, this 25-year-old is doing it
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Throughout their no-cost stays in
It’s not all sightseeing. The two travellers carefully
The couple has a high
| A．indoors | B．online | C．single-handed | D．full-time |
| A．game | B．service | C．vacation | D．flight |
| A．safe | B．busy | C．helpful | D．affordable |
| A．local | B．private | C．sharing | D．natural |
| A．strangers’ | B．parents’ | C．co-workers’ | D．neighbours’ |
| A．favour | B．mind | C．honour | D．absence |
| A．plan | B．explain | C．compare | D．complete |
| A．buy | B．please | C．choose | D．transport |
| A．support | B．comfort | C．control | D．attention |
| A．cooking | B．staying | C．waiting | D．studying |
| A．success | B．survival | C．growth | D．interest |
| A．power | B．abilities | C．expectations | D．understanding |
| A．admiring | B．buying | C．sending | D．borrowing |
| A．clean | B．open | C．simple | D．empty |
| A．guess | B．decision | C．gesture | D．impression |
