1 . If you’re looking for an exciting suggestion for your next trip, consider Valencia in Spain! It’s a beautiful city with a mix of historical charm and modern style. It’s small, so you can easily explore its central sights on foot.

Valencia has old buildings from past centuries, as well as modern buildings that adds to its unique style. A great way to get to know Valencia is by joining a walking tour. It will introduce you to the city's history and culture. Once you’ve explored the main attractions in the city center, don’t miss the chance to visit the City of Arts and Sciences, located at the former river location. Even if you can’t attend any science exhibitions, you can still enjoy the ocean arium, concerts or watch a film in the City of Arts and Sciences. The buildings in this area are also incredibly beautiful! One of the advantages of Valencia is its location on the Mediterranean coast. This means you can relax and enjoy the beach during your stay in the city.

If you’re wondering where to stay in Valencia, here are some suggestions: For luxurious (奢华的)hotels, look for centre areas in the city. For budget-friendly options, explore hotels that are not in the centre of the city. Remember to research and compare different neighborhoods and hotels to find the fittest one for your preferences and budget.

At last, don’t forget to try Valencia’s traditional food, which is also known for visitors.You can try paella, a traditional rice dish that originates from the city. There are also many other local specialties for you to explore. Exploring the local food scene is a must when visiting Valencia!

1. What makes Valencia unique?

A．Its large size.	B．Its culture.
C．Its old and modern buildings.	D．Its modern architecture.

2. Where is Valencia located?

A．On an island.	B．On the Mediterranean coast.
C．In the mountains.	D．Near a river.

3. Which type of hotels are recommended for a luxurious stay in Valencia?

A．Hotels near the beach.	B．Hotels in the east of the city.
C．Hotels near the river.	D．Hotels in the center of the city.

4. In which section of a newspaper can we read the text?

A．Tourism.

B．Education.

C．Lifestyle.

D．Science.

2 . Listed below are some nice family-friendly museums in Chicago, pick one that interests your kids most and take your little ones there to have fun.

Shedd Aquarium (水族馆)

It was open to the public on May 30th, 1930. Visitors with limited movement can use easy slopes (斜坡) to reach the exhibits, which are also explained to children through an app.Families can spend the night in the aquarium during the special event called Asleep with the Fishes.

Elmhurst History Museum

It’s a museum about history that has won awards and was created in 1957. It shows different exhibits about many history-related subjects, has a fun interactive exhibit about its own history, and offers various public programs, tours of exhibits, and special events for the community. The museum is a fantastic place for families to visit for a day or two, and it even has places for picnics and holiday train journeys.

Chicago Children’s Museum

Founded in 1982, the museum displays impressive exhibits for children, featuring dinosaur bones, a play area only for babies and a famous and fun climbing area for children.Moreover, the museum offers various exhibitions and daily art classes for children, which are free of charge. Visiting the museum on the weekend is a good choice for economical family amusement.

Field Museum of Natural History

With millions of things in its store, it was established in 1893. Disco ver more than 4billion years of life on Earth through interesting displays and interactive events, and discover protection campaigns worldwide.   It is now considered as famous as the Smithsonian Institution, established in 1846 in Washington, and the American Museum of Natural History, which originated in 1869 in New York.

1. What is special about the Shedd Aquarium for family visitors?

A．They can go on a picnic there.

B．They can sleep overnight there.

C．They can surf the Internet.

D．They can learn the history of Chicago.

2. What can kids do at the Chicago Children’s Museum?

A．Have discounts on holidays.	B．Watch dolphins’ exhibitions.
C．Take a fun climb.	D．Take free art classes on an app.

3. Which of the following has the longest history?

A．Shedd Aquarium.	B．ElmhurstHistoryMuseum.
C．Chicago Children’s Museum.	D．Field Museum of Natural History.

3 . 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。

Applause (掌声) rang across Zhaxizom town last month. The air was filled     1     excitement as players sang and danced     2     (happy). The event marked the beginning of the town’s music and food festival. Zhaxizom is at an altitude of 4,200 meters at the foot of Mount Qomolangma, the world’s highest peak, which is known in English as Mount Everest.

“I planned     3     (head) straight to Mount Qomolangma Base Camp, but when I arrived in this small town, the     4     (amaze) festival caught my eye and I decided to stay for several more days to enjoy the music and food here before     5     (continue) my journey,” said one traveler Zhang, who is from Liaoning province.

Migmar Lhamo, a college student     6     lives in Zhaxizom, said, “The festival will allow people to learn about our town. It will become a new     7     (attract) for people.” Migmar Lhamo believes the festival will play     8     important role in improving the development of the local culture and tourism.

According to the county government, more activities such as live music shows, firework displays and food fairs     9     (organize) as part of future festivals to provide both locals and     10     (tourist) with an extremely impressive experience of local culture. “The music and food festival will help the growth of the local economy,” Zhu said.

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。

Gulangyu, which is also called “piano island” or “museum of global architectures”, is an island off the coast of Xiamen, southeast China’s Fujian Province. The little island    1    (think) of as a name card of Xiamen Cityand of Fujian Province as a whole.

Gulangyu saw rapid growth in    2    (it) culture and education in modern times, with schools, hospitals, newspaper offices    3     libraries built by people from both home and abroad.

The island became a famous tourist destination in     4    late 1970s. Unfortunately, efforts to protect the local historical sites and cultural heritages (遗产) fell behind when    5    (tourist) flooded to Gulangyu island. As a result, the    6    ( protect) of Gulangyu became necessary.

Bagua Mansion (八卦楼)，or the Eight Diagrams Mansion, was built in the early 20th century and is one of the attractions on the island. Later on, it was    7    ( bad) in need of repair but there was no enough money to do it.

In 1986, the Xiamen government decided    8    ( repair) the mansion. After that, Bagua Mansion became the only museum of pipe organs, a kind of    9    (tradition)instrument in China and the largest of that kind in the world. The mansion, along    10    52 other historical sites, forms a whole part of Gulangyu’s multicultural heritage, and this made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017.

5 . In the rush of day-to-day life, we don’t always have the time to slow down and move at our own speed. Even on vacation, we always try to visit, do and taste as many things as possible in a new place or many places.       

“I’ve heard countless times how tired people are when they come back from their vacation and feel like they ‘need a vacation from their vacation,’ and that’s because many times we pack so much into a very short time,” said travel blogger Esther Susag. “We want to see everything, do everything, and not waste a minute.

There is, however, another method that many experienced travelers suggest: slow travel. But what exactly is slow travel, and how do you take full advantage of this kind of trip? Below ,travel experts break it down.

As the name suggests, slow travel generally needs travelers to slow down and enjoy each moment, rather than rushing to check off the list items. “Slow travel may mean different things to different travelers, but I define (定义) it as staying in one place for longer and going deeper into the local culture,” said Paul Jacobs, general manager and vice president of Kayak North America. “It’s taking the time to make real connections with locals instead of packing a schedule full of tours.”            

For travel expert and author La Carmina, slow travel allows people to stop and smell the roses-quite directly. “It’s about being fully present in the moment and experiencing the sights, sounds and sensations (感觉) around you completely “letting the experience develop at its own speed and without expectations,” she said. “To me, slow travel doesn’t have a strict definition or certain things to do, but rather focuses on the feeling of being a visitor to a place.”

Slow travel is becoming more and more popular now, because it can do good to us in many ways.

1. Why are people tired when they return from their vacation?

A．They have no place to rest.

B．They are on a busy schedule when traveling.

C．They travel to some places far away.

D．They feel quite excited and enjoy their trip fully.

2. What does La Carmina think of slow travel?

A．It can let travelers experience the place deeply.

B．It can make travelers save a lot of money.

C．It can allow travelers to explore more places.

D．It can save travelers much more time.

3. What might the author continue talking about?

A．Other ways of travel.

B．The definition of slow travel.

C．The proper places for slow travel.

D．The advantages of slow travel.

4. In which part of a newspaper can you probably read the text?

A．Life.

B．Society.

C．Sports.

D．Education.

7 . 听下面一段短文，回答以下小题。
1. How long does the tour last?

A．One hour.

B．Two hours.

C．Three hours.

2. What does the speaker say about her houseboat?

A．It is large.

B．It is small.

C．It is the most expensive.

3. What is the speaker’s new book about?

A．Travel safety rules.

B．People’s lifestyle in the city.

C．The history of houseboats in Seattle.

4. What is the speaker mainly talking about?

A．A book.

B．A houseboat tour.

C．Her travel experience.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What’s the weather like today?

A．Cold.

B．Hot.

C．Cool.

2. Which is the highest mountain in this area?

A．Mount Karen.

B．Mount Brown.

C．Mount Heather.

3. Which season does the man recommend for skiing in the mountain?

A．Winter.

B．Autumn.

C．Summer.

4. How many deer do the speakers see?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.