1 . Paris, the capital of France, has some attractive bridges. These are four of the most beautiful bridges in Paris: some in iconic (标志性的) places you’ve seen in the movies, and others in quiet places that you’ll delight in discovering.

Pont des Arts

Connecting the Louvre Museum to the Institut de France, the Pont des Arts, first built by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1804 and reconstructed in the 1970s, is a bridge only for people walking that is beloved by tourists and locals alike. In the spring and summer months, Parisians and visitors come here for lazy picnics overlooking the Seine.

Pont Marle

This lovely but little-known bridge is a gateway between the Marais district on the right bank and a natural island on the Seine River. The current stone structure dates to around 1670, following a fire on its wooden structure that destroyed much of the original bridge and the houses that once stood on it. It has remained much the same since the 18th century, making it one of Paris’ oldest bridges.

Pont Alexandre Ⅲ

The Pont Alexandre Ⅲ is probably the most attractive of Paris’ many bridges. Built between 1896 and 1900, it connects the des Invalides with the gardens of the Petit Palais. It’s after dark that you can best appreciate its delicate statues and other decorative elements.

Pont Neuf

First built in 1578 by King Henry Ⅲ, Pont Neuf has seen numerous reconstructions and changes over the centuries. But it conserves its Roman-inspired arch (拱形) structures. This is a lovely bridge that offers easy and picturesque access to the left and right bank. Have some ice cream, explore the lovely riverside paths and enjoy views of Notre Dame Cathedral.

1. What is special about the Pont des Arts?

A．It has been rebuilt many times.	B．It is one of Paris’ oldest bridges.
C．It is a bridge only for people walking.	D．It is the most attractive bridge in Paris.

2. Which is the oldest among the four bridges?

A．Pont des Arts.	B．Pont Marie.
C． Pont Alexandre Ⅲ	D．Pont Neuf.

3. Where is the text probably from?

A．A guidebook.	B．A health magazine.
C．A news report.	D．A book review.

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What could the speaker probably be?

A．A driver.

B．A tour guide.

C．A hotel clerk.

2. What will the listeners book by themselves?

A．Breakfast.

B．Lunch.

C．Dinner.

3. What will the listeners fail to do?

A．Visit a castle.

B．Listen to a lecture.

C．Tour around the gardens.

4. When will the listeners go to the art gallery?

A．On Friday.

B．On Saturday.

C．On Sunday.

3 . Making travel a surprise

Most people plan their vacations well in advance, including where they are going.     1    .

Earlier this year, mystery box purchases surged (激增) among young American people. Usually, travelers buy a mystery box at a low price—usually 100 or 200 dollars—and then receive several destination options to choose from.     2    .

A citizen named Carrie is eager to go on a mystery box trip, stating that travelling alone usually costs too much and that too many people don’t know where to go. ”However, the mystery box directly offers me a few destinations, which is wonderful and cheap,“ Carrie said.

Gary, 16, has turned his eagerness to go on a mystery box trip into a reality.     3    . With its reputation of super Internet-famous places, Gary had a change of his opinion after seeing Austin himself. “My biggest discovery is that Austin is a city full of contrasts,” Gary said. “You can see skyscrapers and old houses in old alleys (巷子) in the same view.”

    4    . For example, Eureka, despite its scenic views, previously received few visitors due to a lack of promotion. But after it was included as a mystery box travel destination, Eureka has since got lots of attention.

    5     because they can meet with many problems after purchasing one, such as poor travel times and sudden flight cancellations (取消). Robert from Department of Tourism Management of University of Washington suggested that visitors should choose reliable platforms and sign contracts to guarantee their trip rights.

A．It is the state capital of Texas

B．Tourism is a major source of income for the area

C．After the destination is decided, their trip begins

D．But some like the thrill of not knowing where they will end up

E．Months ago, he traveled with a group of friends to Austin in Texas

F．Travel mystery boxes bring excitement to many less popular destinations

G．But even so, a large number of people feel disappointed with travel mystery boxes

4 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下题。
1. What was the ranking (排名) of Xi’an in the report?

A．Ninth.

B．Tenth.

C．Eleventh.

2. Where could the data (数据) in the report come from?

A．Some Chinese media platforms (媒体平台).

B．All the international social media platforms.

C．Thousands of overseas media platforms.

3. What can tourists enjoy in Datang Everbright City?

A．The Chinese ancient military (军队).

B．Food around the world.

C．The ancient Chinese temple (庙宇) style.

4. How much does cultural tourism account for (占比) Xi’an’s GDP each year?

A．Over 12%.

B．Nearly 10%.

C．Less than 5%.

5 . Set high in the Western Ghats, Periyar National Park in Thekkady, Kerala in south India is known for its wildlife population. Periyar is one of the largest wildlife reserves in India. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (保护区) was declared a tiger reserve in 1978. This sanctuary offers a unique opportunity to watch and photograph wild elephants at close quarters.

Fun facts

In Thekkady, one can enjoy cruise rides on the lake as well as elephant rides. Trekking is also arranged for a visit to the ancient Mangala Devi temple located inside the reserve. Jungle walks with the help of a local guide are also fun for nature lovers. One can also go for the famous Ayurveda massages and visit tea plantations (茶园) in the area.

Shopping

An eco-shop near the entrance gate of Periyar Tiger Reserve offers souvenirs, T-shirts, postcards, wildlife books,and so on, for sale. There are no big markets in Thekkady, but one can find a few colorful stalls to buy knick-knacks (小摆设). Tourists also can find good quality spices like white and green pepper, rolls of cinnamon, and so on, there. One can also enjoy the traditional banana chips that are fried in fresh coconut oil.

Where to stay and eat

Hotels are generally fully booked during winter, as the climate is cool and pleasant there. A standard room with basic facilities would cost about Rs 600. A standard room which offers 24-hour room service and laundry facilities in mid-range hotels costs about Rs l, 200. Apart from hotels, tourists can also book lovely cottages and home-stay rooms. However, the probability of finding room service in home-stay rooms is minimal (极小的). For authentic Kerala food and various vegetarian south India breakfast items, tourists can go to various restaurants.

The best time to visit

September to March is the best time to visit Thekkady and enjoy nature. Bird watchers can spot migratory birds after the rainy season and during winter months. The Periyar National Park is open from 6 a. m. to 6 p. m.

1. What can we learn about the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary from the passage?

A．It is the largest wildlife reserve in India.

B．It is located in south India.

C．It was declared an elephant reserve in 1978.

D．It is famous for its wide variety of wildlife.

2. Which of the following can tourists do only in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary?

A．Watch and photograph wild elephants up close.

B．Enjoy cruises on the lake and ride elephants.

C．Walk in the jungle with a guide.

D．Experience the famous Ayurveda massages.

3. Which of the following is TRUE?

A．There are many big markets in Thekkady.

B．You can buy good quality spices in the eco-shop.

C．Booking a home-stay room will cost about Rs 600.

D．Home-stay rooms may not offer room service.

6 . 假定你是王明，暑假即将来临，你打算和家人去厦门。你们计划去鼓浪屿、植物园参观；还打算逛逛中山路和环岛路等等。请你给你的好友李华写一封email，分享你的出行计划。
注意：
1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：
Zhongshan Walking Street 中山路； The Xiamen Botanical Garden 植物园； Gulangyu Island 鼓浪屿
Dear Li Hua,
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Yours,

Wang Ming

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where did the tour start?

A．From Germany.

B．From Amsterdam.

C．From Switzerland.

2. What special attraction does the speaker recommend?

A．The art museums.

B．The Eiffel Tower.

C．The Montparnasse Tower.

3. Why does the speaker like Line 63?

A．It offers good views.

B．It covers more territory.

C．It’s the cheapest travel means.

4. What does the speaker say about the subway system in Paris?

A．It is easy to get lost.

B．It offers free coffee.

C．It is excellent.

8 . Coming into the town of Santa Catarina Palopó, in the highlands of Lake Atitlán in Guatemala, the first thing you notice is the bright colors. Most of the buildings along the main street are eye-catching, in deep, varied hues of blues and greens; interspersed with red and yellow to form complex patterns and designs.

Santa Catarina Palopó was once a sleepy town of 5,000 people, most of them indigenous (土著的) and dependent on agricultural work. As agriculture began to dry up here, decline for the town and poverty for many of its families came. To deal with poverty and stimulate economic growth through tourism, a small but mighty group of laborers, artisans, domestic workers and stay-at-home moms created the Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó project.

The project was initially to paint all 850 homes and buildings in bright colors, in an effort to change the hillside town into a work of art.   “We wanted to paint the houses with colors and figures that represent the community,” says the project’s executive director Stephany Blanco.   “A range of designs were created so that families can choose designs for their house that are representative of the family.”

One of the most representative characteristics of the region is the blue huipil, a traditional blouse which has been worn prominently by local women since the 16th century. That deep sky blue was chosen as the primary color for the Pintando project, with secondary colors found in the sunsets and the nearby lake to make the design more attractive. As for the designs that would be used, they would also find inspiration in local culture, symbols such as volcanoes, flowers, Mayan-styled butterflies and the national bird of Guatemala.

Each week, local artists, community members and tourists pick up paintbrushes to make buildings colorful.   “At first, the idea of the project left many unsure about participating, but now you can see a considerable difference in the town,” Melissa Whitbeck said. “The color of the buildings is believed to improve the quality of life of the people. It uplifts the people’s mood and encourages them to be proud of where they come from.”

1. What problem did Santa Catarina Palopó face?

A．A labor shortage.	B．Poor economic conditions.
C．A rapid increase in population.	D．Outdated agricultural technology.

2. What is the project about?

A．Building art galleries in Guatemala.

B．Creating job opportunities for local artisans.

C．Developing local tourism by selling artworks.

D．Transforming the town into a cultural destination.

3. What is the inspiration of the primary color for the project?

A．The nearby lake.	B．Mayan-styled butterflies.
C．A type of traditional clothing.	D．The national bird of Guatemala.

4. What is Melissa’s attitude towards the project?

A．Positive.

B．Uncaring.

C．Ambiguous.

D．Disapproving.

9 . The Bullock Texas State History Museum

The museum opened in April of 2001. Here’s the museum’s official mission statement: We create experiences that educate, engage, and encourage a deeper understanding of Texas. It offers interactive exhibits that explain Texas history and an IMAX^® theater.

The Exhibits

The first floor is about the land and covers the first meetings between Native Americans and Europeans, early settlers and missions and the mapping of the state. The second floor is about identity and discusses Texas history, the significant battles and people who made the state what it is today. The third floor covers important technology from Texas, Texas-led explorations and other Texan achievements.

IMAXW Theater

The Bullock museum’s IMAX® theater was one of the first IMAX® theaters in Texas, and one of few in the world. The theater seats 329 guests and houses the biggest IMAX ^® screen in the state at 6 stories high and 84 feet wide. Guests can enjoy sharp and vivid images, as well as immersive (沉浸式虚拟现实的) sound.

Museum Store

On the first floor of the Bullock Texas State History Museum, you will find the museum store. It is filled with Texas-themed goodies, such as clothing, ornaments, books, movies, jewelry, music, home décor and kitchenware.

The Essentials

Address: 1800 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701

Hours: The museum is open from Monday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm.

Parking: The museum has an underground parking garage with an entrance. Parking in the museum garage is $15 for full-day parking.

1. Which floor of the museum shows the battles?

A．The first floor.	B．The second floor.
C．The third floor.	D．The fourth floor.

2. What is the right time for visiting the museum?

A．9 am, Sunday.	B．9 am, Monday.
C．2 pm, Thursday.	D．6 pm, Saturday.

3. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To introduce special exhibits.

B．To tell about the history of a museum.

C．To show information about a museum.

D．To attract people to buy Texas-themed goods.

10 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

A must-see tourist     1     (attract) in China, Xi’an is really a living history book in China. People     2     home and abroad come to the city to broaden     3     (them) knowledge of Chinese civilisation. The Terracotta Warriors, City Wall and Mount Huashan are     4     (true) highlights of Xi’an tours, but the Y592 tourist train in Xi’an is also worth a try.

The Y592 is Shaanxi Province’s first Han (206-220) and Tang (618-907)     5    (dynasty) culturally themed tourist train. Through various forms of cultural decorations, the themed train recreates the rich atmosphere from these ancient times,     6     (allow) passengers to feel as if they were traveling back in time.

Inside the carriages, passengers can not only admire carefully recreated     7     (tradition) Chinese clothing Hanfu and armor (盔甲) but also personally experience costume (服装) changes.

    8     (help) passengers better appreciate (欣赏) the beauty of Hanfu, this tourist train not only has a section displaying Hanfu and armor, but also a special makeup area with professional makeup artists. They help passengers recreate the perfect look, providing     9     unique travel experience     10     allows them to “transform on board, and time-travel upon arrival.”