1 . The Most Beautiful Libraries in the World

Library of Strahov Monastery (Prague, Czech Republic)

The oldest part of the Library of Strahov Monastery, the Baroque Theological Hall, was established between 1671 and 1674, making the establishment one of the oldest and best preserved historical libraries in the world. Over 200,000 volumes are collected here, with many, of the texts printed between 1501 and 1800.

Old Library of Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland)

Old Library of Trinity College was founded in 1592. Appropriately named the Long Room, this space is located within the Old Library at Trinity College. Previously, the room’s ceiling was flat and only shelved books on the lower level. However, the college was granted a free copy of every book published in Britain and Ireland, requiring the expansion of the cavernous space.

Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)

In 1837, a group of 43 Portuguese immigrants and political refugees established the Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading to promote their culture in what was the Empire of Brazil. The library was designed by architect Rafael da Silva e Castro in a neo-Gothic style and was inspired by the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon.

Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine (Paris, France)

The library at the Cite de l’architecture et du patrimoine opened its doors in September 2007. It’s a must visit for any architecture lover. Not only because of the amazing location in a Romanesque (罗马式的) sistine, but also because its entire collection is dedicated to works about architecture, and landscaping. The library also houses the largest collection of preserved romanesque wall paintings in France.

1. Which library has the longest history?

A．Old Library of Trinity College.

B．Library of Strahov Monastery.

C．Cite de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine.

D．Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading.

2. What is the purpose of the establishment of Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading?

A．To remember a famous designer.	B．To accommodate poor Portuguese.
C．To spread Portuguese culture.	D．To preserve historical documents.

3. Which library attracts those interested in art and architecture most?

A．Library of Strahov Monastery.

B．Old Library of Trinity College.

C．Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading.

D．Cite de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine.

3 . The Best Places to Camp in Olympic National Park

With more than 2.5 million visitors annually, Olympic National Park is one of the most popular parks in the US. If you’re looking for breathtaking views, these are the best places to camp inside Olympic National Park.

Campground	Brief Introduction	Cost
Deer Park	Tent-only. 14 campsites are available on a first come, first served basis from June through mid-October.	$15/night
Staircase	49 campsites. The location is open through the whole year. Some of its facilities are only available during the summer.	$24/night
Kalaloch	With its 170 campsites, Kalaloch is the largest and most popular campground in the entire park. It is recreational, vehicle-friendly.	$24/night
Dosewallips	Dosewallips features roughly 30 campsites, none of which can be reserved ahead of time. It is accessible throughout the year.	Free

Things to Know Before You Go
●Bring a B ear Canister(防熊罐): The park is filled with all kinds of wildlife that are more than willing to help themselves to your food. Bring a bear canister to keep your supplies safe.
●Firewood: Some campgrounds have firewood for sale, but visitors are allowed to collect kindling(引火物)in locations where that isn’t the case.
●Group Camping Sites: The park offers large-group camping sites in Kalaloch. The reservation may require a phone call to complete and has different pricing models. Visit the website for more information.
●Reservation Fees: All fees for the various campsites are payable by credit card only. No cash is accepted. Be sure to have a card with you if you are not making a reservation online ahead of time.
1. What do Staircase and Dosewallips have in common?

A．They charge the most.	B．They welcome tents only.
C．They are open year-round.	D．They need a reservation.

2. Which campground is suitable for campers in large groups?

A．Staircase.	B．Kalaloch.
C．Dosewallips.	D．Deer Park.

3. Which of the following is banned in the campgrounds?

A．Making a fire.	B．Feeding wild animals.
C．Paying in cash.	D．Bringing some firewood.

6 . The Sydney Opera House has become, with the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney’s best-known landmark and international symbol.

The base for the building was started in 1959 — years before the designs were finished. It took four years to design by Danish architect Jorn Utzon and by 1962 the designs were finalized and construction began. In total, it took 14 years to build and was officially opened on the 20th of October 1973 by Queen Elizabeth II.

The Sydney Opera House is a fascinating building and heart of the city’s cultural scene. It opened with a concert hall, an opera theatre, a drama theatre and a recital (音乐演奏会) hall, as well as restaurants and bars. A fifth theatre was added within the structure in 1998.

The Sydney Opera House cost some $160 million to build and was paid for by the public who bought $10 tickets in a series of lotteries with a first prize of $1million.

More information about the Sydney Opera House:

Conducts 3,000 events each year

Provides guided tours to 200,000 people each year

Has an annual audience of 2 million for its performances

includes 1,000 rooms

Is 185 metres long and 120 metres wide

Has 2.194 pre-cast concrete sections as its roof

Has roof sections weighing up to 15 tons

Has roof sections held together by 350 kms of tensioned steel cable

Has over 1 million tiles on the roof

Uses 6,225 square metres of glass and 645 kilometres of electric cable

1. When were the designs of the Sydney Opera House started?

A．In1960.

B．In1962.

C．In1958.

D．In1973.

2. The Sydney Opera House doesn’t consist of ______.

A．a drama theatre	B．an opera theatre
C．a concert hall	D．a reception hall

3. Which of the following is NOT true?

A．The Sydney Opera House has an audience of 2 million per year for its performances.

B．There are about 3,000 events held in the Sydney Opera House each year.

C．The Sydney Opera House is made up of more than 1,000 rooms.

D．The roof of the Sydney Opera House is made of concrete and steel.

7 . How to limit your environmental impact while travelling

Travelling unlocks a world of endless possibilities and adventures, allowing us to hike through breathtaking landscapes, encounter kangaroos and deer in their natural habitat, and witness the power of volcanoes.     1     Increased plastic waste and noise pollution can damage ecosystems. Thankfully, there are ways to limit our impact on the environment.

Try to travel by land instead of air. While air travel can often be quicker, it is typically one of the most polluting forms of transport.     2     For example, if you’re heading to Las Vegas from Los Angeles, driving for around four hours emits (排放) around 75% less CO₂ compared to the one-hour flight (provided you have several friends with you).

    3     A typical hotel uses about 73,000 gallons of water per year. As laundering towels (洗熨毛巾) is an energy-and-water-consuming process, many hotels often put up signs asking you to re-use your towels. By doing so, you’ll reduce your environmental impact.

Make the most of safe tap water (自来水). Drinking tap water may come as a shock to many travelers. But when you’re in countries where tap water is safe to consume, avoid bottled options. Not only are they more expensive, but they have a higher level of pollution compared to treated tap water.     4    

Respect the local environment. When visiting different destinations, we should recognize the importance of protecting the natural beauty. We mustn’t throw rubbish everywhere.     5     Additionally, supporting local conservation (保护) efforts, such as participating in community-led clean-up projects, can make a positive impact on the local environment.

A．Be a responsible hotel guest.

B．Explore with green tour companies.

C．Instead, carry a bottle and refill it wherever you can

D．And we should avoid activities that may harm wildlife.

E．However, tourism can also be harmful to the environment.

F．Low-cost airlines have made it much more affordable to travel.

G．Taking the train or driving in some countries may be better options.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. When does the castle close in January?

A．At 4:00 pm.

B．At 5:00 pm.

C．At 6:00 pm.

2. What can visitors learn from the brochure?

A．The cost of the tickets.

B．The history of the castle.

C．The arrangement of activities.

3. What do most visitors like to do in the castle?

A．Have a picnic.

B．Visit the museum.

C．Walk around the walls.

10 . 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 cultural exchange event was hosted in Chongqing last month to welcome young representatives     1     Vietnam and Laos, who visited the local ancient town, learned about intangible cultural heritages and experienced cultures of the Tujia and Miao ethnic groups.

    2     pottery-making technique of Shijituo was included in the intangible cultural heritage list of Chongqing municipality in 2016. This ancient craft is passed down by the Tujia ethnic group and involves the use of locally sourced white sandstone. The process is rather complicated,     3     (consist) of over 10 steps, such as clay collection, refining, mixing, etc. Under the     4     (guide) of masters, young foreigners tried their hands on making pottery, who placed     5     (prepare) clay on the pottery wheel and shaped it into various forms by hand.

The pottery-making tradition of Shijituo boasts a long history, producing a wide variety of utensils with unique craftsmanship     6     reflects the imagination and skill of the artisans. These intangible cultural heritage crafts are a proof to human ingenuity, which are both useful and beautiful. The pottery of Shijituo preserves the traditional hand-making techniques which     7     (pass) down over the last generations. It uses locally sourced clay, a pedal pottery wheel,     8     a traditional wood-fired kiln.

Now an intangible cultural heritage inheritance base and a     9     (poor) alleviation workshop have been set up at Shijituo, which provides pottery making trainings to college students and local farmers, as well as introducing jobs for them after graduation. This initiative makes     10     worthwhile to promote the inheritance of intangible cultural heritage.