1. How many Canadian cities are larger than Quebec?
A.Seven. | B.Eight. | C.Nine. |
A.Spring. | B.Autumn. | C.Winter. |
A.French. | B.English. | C.Both French and English. |
A.Paris. | B.Quebec. | C.New York. |
2 . The advantages of solo (独自) travel
● One benefit of solo travel is that it forces you to become independent, make decisions, and step out of your comfort zone on a regular basis — something you wouldn’t necessarily do if you weren’t traveling alone.
When you travel solo, you have nobody to rely on but yourself, and that pushes you to learn how to function in the world.
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● One of the biggest benefits of solo travel is how easy it is to meet people on the road. All you need to do is wander into a hotel room and within minutes, someone will strike up a conversation with you.
● Solo travel can be helpful for your mental state, too. Solo travel builds confidence as you travel through an unfamiliar city, chat with strangers and figure out how to get from one place to another.
● Another item in the “pro” column for solo travel is that it can be a time for reflection and can help bring peace to your mind.
A.It’s sink-or-swim time! |
B.You’ll get to know yourself better than you ever have before. |
C.Solo travel is something everyone should try at some point in their lives. |
D.Your social skills will be improved by meeting people and talking more. |
E.Another benefit to solo travel is not having to compromise on your travels. |
F.When traveling solo, you’re much more approachable than when you’re in a group. |
G.Not having someone to share all those amazing experiences with can lead to depression. |
3 . I’m standing on Rio’s beach, one of the most famous
Every Brazilian has his or her own ideas of the perfect beach,
I continue my search heading north to a legendary beach: Jeri. As an international destination, it attracts visitors from Tokyo to Toronto. Luckily, Jeri hasn’t been
My final stop is the islands of Fernando,
A.stretches | B.piles | C.beds | D.castles |
A.unwilling | B.ambitious | C.eager | D.shy |
A.measured | B.mixed | C.wrapped | D.lined |
A.postcard | B.ship | C.mirror | D.shell |
A.tender | B.wild | C.appealing | D.familiar |
A.visited | B.discovered | C.damaged | D.accepted |
A.turn up | B.fall off | C.break down | D.hang out |
A.stop | B.worry | C.complain | D.wonder |
A.wandering | B.lying | C.disappearing | D.floating |
A.rich | B.dangerous | C.meaningful | D.bored |
A.relation | B.balance | C.exchange | D.field |
A.monkeys | B.turtles | C.sharks | D.pearls |
A.sky | B.water | C.honey | D.stone |
A.eventually | B.surprisingly | C.occasionally | D.curiously |
A.dig | B.warm | C.trap | D.hurt |
4 . A famous magazine, Amusement Today, does a survey among park lovers every year both in the US and overseas, based on which, “Top 5 List of the Best Amusement Parks in the World” has come out as follows:
Disneyland, California
Disneyland is a theme park in Anaheim, California, the US. More than 515 million guests have traveled to this American landmark from around the world since the park first opened to guests on July 17, 1955. The park consists of many world-famous sections, such as Main Street, Adventure land, New Orleans Square, and so on.
Magic Kingdom, Disney World, Florida
Magic Kingdom is a theme park within the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, near Orlando opened on October 1, 1971. It is the most famous theme park in Florida. The park’s design and attractions don’t make much difference from Disneyland Park in Anaheim.
EPCOT, Disney World, Florida
EPCOT is the second theme park built at the Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida. The park opened on October 1, 1982, and was named EPCOT Center from 1982 to 1993. It was the largest Disney theme park in the world until 1998, when Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened.
DisneyMGM Studios, Florida
MGM’s streets are the home for some great moviethemed attractions with a history of less than 30 years. With the addition of the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and the Rock and Roller Coaster, the park is now home to Disney World’s most thrilling rides.
Universal Studios, Florida
Go behind the scenes, beyond the screen and jump right into the action of your favorite movies at Universal Studios, the number one movie and TV theme park in the world.
1. Which of the following theme parks have similar attractions?A.Disneyland & Magic Kingdom. |
B.Disneyland & Universal Studios. |
C.EPCOT & DisneyMGM Studios. |
D.Magic Kingdom & Universal Studios. |
A.Magic Kingdom, Disney World, Florida. |
B.DisneyMGM Studios, Florida. |
C.EPCOT, Disney World, Florida. |
D.Disneyland, California. |
A.To attract tourists to these theme parks. |
B.To increase the sales of Amusement Today. |
C.To introduce world’s best amusement parks. |
D.To compare attractions in different theme parks. |
5 . Whether you like history or simply learning something new, these four museums are worth paying a visit to.
Tenement Museum
Located in New York, the Tenement Museum showcases the stories of the immigrants and migrants (移民) who came to America between the 1860s and the 1980s. See how they pursued the “American dream.” Their determination and endless desire to carve out a better life not only reflects the depths of the human spirit, but also how America came to be the country it is today.
National Museum of the American Indian
Located in Washington, D.C., the National Museum of the American Indian contains one of the world’s largest collections of native artifacts (手工艺品), photographs and documents. Featuring both ongoing and temporary exhibits, the museum documents many ways American Indians integrated into American history and culture.
Mississippi Civil Rights Museum
The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum in Jackson features eight galleries filled with interactive exhibits that tell the stories of black Mississippians and their fight for equality from 1945 to 1976. You’ll hear the stories of Medgar Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Vernon Dahmer, and you’ll also hear about many men, women and children who fought to be recognized as equals. Artifacts include a “colored” entrance sign, the gun used to shoot Evers, a burned cross, and a button from the 1966 March Against Fear.
The National WWII Museum
In New Orleans’ No. 1 attraction, the National WWII Museum, visitors can see why World War II was fought, explore key moments such as D-Day and the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and put themselves in the shoes of those who had to make difficult decisions during the war. You even can take a 4D journey through the war in “Beyond All Boundaries.”
1. Which museum best suits visitors interested in ongoing and temporary exhibits?A.Tenement Museum. | B.National Museum of the American Indian. |
C.Mississippi Civil Rights Museum. | D.The National WWII Museum. |
A.He organized the1966 March Against Fear. |
B.He joined the army and fought in World War II. |
C.He laid down his own life in the fight for equality. |
D.He immigrated to the US to pursue his American dream. |
A.To recommend people to visit the museums. |
B.To make a comparison of the four museums. |
C.To remind readers never to forget our past history. |
D.To share his own experiences in visiting the museums. |
Built around 605 in China’s Sui Dynasty (581-618), Zhaozhou Bridge is the oldest
In the Sui Dynasty, Zhaozhou Bridge connected north and south as
The Zhaozhou Bridge bears two pairs of small arches (拱门) at each side of the central arch. All of the arches are circular and built of stone.
7 . Four National Parks in California
Channel Islands National Park
Channel Islands National Park includes five remarkable islands and their ocean environment, preserving and protecting a wealth of natural and cultural resources. Isolation over thousands of years has created unique animals, plants, and archaeological resources.
Death Valley National Park
In this below-sea-level basin, steady drought and record summer heat make Death Valley National Park a land of extremes. Yet, each extreme has a striking contrast. Towering peaks are frosted with winter snow. Rare rainstorms bring vast fields of wildflowers. Despite its frightening name, lush oases (绿洲) harbor tiny fish and provide shelters for wildlife and humans.
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
Located in the Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park offers visitors the sights, sounds, smells and stories of Pacific Coast maritime history. The Park includes a magnificent fleet of historic ships, a Visitor Center, Maritime Museum, Maritime Research Center, and Aquatic Park Historic District.
Yosemite National Park
Not just a great valley, but a shrine (圣地) to human foresight. Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls when making a comparison to other national parks, and you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, a vast wilderness area, and much more.
1. What do Channel Islands National Park and San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park have in common?A.They both have a visitor center. |
B.They both provide outdoor and indoor activities. |
C.They are both famous for their natural attractions for visitors. |
D.They both have historic significance to California. |
A.Typical extreme temperature. | B.Deep valleys. |
C.Spectacular waterfalls. | D.Rich and unique plants. |
A.A history book. | B.A tourist magazine. |
C.A novel. | D.A biography. |
1. What made Maya Bay draw too many tourists since 1999?
A.The convenient location. | B.A famous Hollywood movie. | C.Its first opening to the public. |
A.To develop it. | B.To do research. | C.To protect the natural life. |
A.300. | B.2,000. | C.4,000 |
A.Surf the Internet. | B.Read some magazines. | C.Book a holiday. |
9 . Travel Tips for Holidays Abroad
Everyone loves holiday abroad. It is a good way for people to enjoy different scenery and cultures. However, holidays aren’t always a great experience.
Get organized
Every year, thousands of people miss flights because they’ve forgotten their passport, they arrive at the airport too late, or even go to the wrong airport.
Do some research about the place
You can help the local people a lot by staying in local hotels and eating in local restaurants. This means that your money will go to local people, rather than to a large international company. You can also try to reduce the pollution you cause.
Keep a good memory for your holiday
You don’t want to forget your holiday.
A.So it is important to get organized |
B.Here are some tips to make sure you enjoy your holidays |
C.Help the local people |
D.Wear warm coats |
E.Know about the place you are going to visit |
F.Travel with your parents |
G.Write down interesting things about your holidays |
10 . While temperatures continue to climb, visitors are still coming to see Death Valley National Park on the California-Nevada border. The park is known as the hottest place on Earth. This past weekend, the temperatures climbed to 53.33℃. Most visitors at this time of year make it only a short distance to any area in the park before returning to the cool air in their vehicles.
Early information from the park service shows that across the nation’s 424 national parks, at least four people have died this year from heat-related causes. That includes a 65-year-old man from San Diego who was found dead at Death Valley earlier this month.
Death Valley National Park suggests visitors be careful and not have expectations of rescue. While park rangers (护林员) drive on park roads and can aid tourists in need, it is unsure that lost visitors will get help in time.
Physical activity can make the heat feel even worse and leave people exhausted. Alessia Dempster, who was visiting from Edinburgh, Scotland, said, “It’s very hot especially when there’s a gentle wind. You would think maybe that would give you some slight relief from the heat, but it just really does feel like an air blow dryer just going back in your face.”
Death Valley is a narrow area that is below sea level and surrounded by high mountains, the park service’s website says. The dry air and small plant coverage let sunlight heat up the park surface. The heat then becomes trapped in the valley.
Still, several areas in Death Valley continue to draw tourists. Badwater Basin, made up of salt flats, is considered the lowest point in all of North America. The 183-meter Ubehebe Crater dates back over 2,000 years. And Zabriskie Point is a great sunrise viewing spot.
Josh Miller, a visitor from Indianapolis who has been to 20 national parks so far, shared that feeling. “It’s hot, but the scenery is awesome,” he said.
1. What do most visitors do in Death Valley?A.Cool themselves in time. | B.Do lots of physical exercises. |
C.Stay away from park rangers. | D.Carry dryers with themselves. |
A.To encourage the elderly to travel more. |
B.To express admiration for mountain climbers. |
C.To advise people to tour Death Valley more often. |
D.To show the danger of traveling in Death Valley. |
A.Its covering area. | B.Its attractive spots. |
C.The reason why it is so hot. | D.The service of its park’s website. |
A.It has a short history. | B.It is worth visiting. |
C.It draws fewer and fewer tourists. | D.It is unsuitable for viewing sunrise. |