1 . I grew up in northern Arizona, where it has the most beautiful landscapes on the planet. Until I was invited to
My father used to ask my brothers and me on yearly fishing trips around Arizona. We would
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2 . The Day of the Dead celebrations are a great time to honour the dead. Here’s where to stay to experience them.
Mexico City, Mexico
On November 4, a parade starts with thousands of dancers. “The best place to watch the parade is from a terrace on the Paseo de Reforma, where you can see the dancers and colours from above,” says Karla Gonzalez, director of the Mexico City tourism board.
Oaxaca, Mexico
This southern Mexico city is known for candlelit cemeteries on the Day of the Dead, and parades with dancers in the Jalatlaco neighborhood. “The city doesn’t sleep for three days,” says local tour guide Gabriel Sánchez. He takes guests to the cemetery in Santa Maria Atzompa, a village three miles from Oaxaca City, where the families go all out with candles and flowers.
San Diego, California
The first European settlement (定居点) in Southern California, Old Town San Diego is a seven-block state park with shopfronts dating back to the 18th century. It’s also the site of a long-running Day of the Dead celebration, with a crafts market and a candlelit parade to the El Campo Santo Cemetery on November 2, which dates to 1849.
San Antonio, Texas
This south Texas city was once a part of Mexico, known for its exciting Day of the Dead celebrations. In downtown’s Hemisphere Park, the festival brings a parade of boats lit with bright lights on the River Walk on the evening of October 27. You can also see a famous tourist draw on the south bank of the San Antonio River.
1. When does the parade take place in Mexico City?| A．On October 10. | B．On October 27. | C．On November 2. | D．On November 4. |
| A．Swim in the River Walk. | B．Join the candlelight parade. |
| C．Admire Hemisphere Park. | D．Explore the unique rainforest. |
| A．In San Antonio. | B．In Mexico City. | C．In San Diego. | D．In Oaxaca. |
1. What is the relationship between the speakers?
| A．Old classmates. | B．Fellow workers. | C．Boss and workers. |
| A．10 days. | B．14 days. | C．30 days. |
| A．Visiting Mike. | B．Travelling to Australia. | C．Having a party |
| A．Take a holiday. | B．Look for a job. | C．Deal with his work. |
1. Where does the man come from?
| A．Mexico. | B．America. | C．Germany. |
| A．Busy. | B．Quiet. | C．Expensive. |
| A．People are friendlier | B．Life is more exciting. | C．It is more beautiful. |
5 . Are you considering visiting some places in a few weeks, or a few months' time, and are you looking for the safest places to travel? If yes, this travel guide will provide some places you can visit.
New ZealandNew Zealand has proven to be the world’s safest places to travel after Iceland and they are known for their wonderful dishes such as fish & chips, Hokey Pokey Ice Cream, etc. Whangarei Falls is a twenty-four feet high flowing water with a beautiful view that makes it one of the best waterfalls looking attractive in photographs.
BelizeA visit to Belize would give you experiences such as world-class diving, explorations of jungles, etc. When you are in Belize, you should try the following foods: Rice and Beans, Tamales, Stewed Chicken, Fry Jacks and lots more. Belize is known for Mayan ruins and caves, jungle adventures, and is also known as “Nature’s best-kept secret”.
GreenlandGreenland is said to be a place where you do not have to worry about crime, so you need not worry too much about your safety. It is located between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, and it is the world's largest island. Major tourist offers in Greenland include trips on hiking, tours on dog sledding (雪橇), watching of icebergs, etc.
TunisiaTunisia is said to be one of the most visited African countries. Some attractive places include its great capital city of Tunis, the beach resorts of Mahdia and La Kabash Square in Tunis. Tunisia is popular for her beaches which have this golden ring and wallet-friendly items. Tunisians are always willing to help. Some of the delicious dishes that Tunisians enjoy include Traditional Tunisian Bread, Tajine, Meats, etc.
1. What makes New Zealand attractive?a. Its golden beaches. b. Ice cream. c. Its safety. d. Its waterfall.
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| A．Tunisia. | B．New Zealand. | C．Belize. | D．Greenland. |
| A．It is the most popular country in Africa. | B．Its capital city is Mahdia. |
| C．It offers dishes such as fish& chip. | D．Things sold at the beach are affordable. |
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8 . Discover Beautiful Belfast, Northern Ireland
Here are a few of the attractions that bring in tourists from around the globe.
Belfast City Hall
Belfast’s City Hall, located in the center of the city, is a good place to begin touring. The magnificent building, which opened in 1906, houses exhibits that are related to Belfast’s history and government. Outside, the gardens are full of impressive statues and memorials.
Titanic Belfast
Shipbuilding was a major industry in Belfast around 1900. The famous Titanic was built in the city’s shipyards from 1909 to 1912. Today, people can visit Titanic Belfast, an interactive museum that praises the legendary ship and those who died with it. In 2016, the popular museum was voted the world’s leading tourist attraction.
Ulster Museum
The largest museum in Northern Ireland is Belfast’s splendid Ulster Museum. It has been called Northern Ireland’s treasure house of the past and present. From mummies to moon rocks, the museum boasts impressive art, natural science and history collections.
St. George’s Market
Award-winning St. George’s Market was built in the 1890s and is Belfast’s last remaining market housed in a Victorian building. Visitors will find approximately 200 booths selling food, clothes, antiques, crafts and more. Go early for the market’s famous breakfast, and try a specialty coffee or tea while listening to live music.
1. Where can you learn the history of Belfast government?| A．At Titanic Belfast. | B．At Ulster Museum. |
| C．At Belfast City Hall. | D．At St. George’s Market. |
| A．Have a good lunch. | B．Enjoy music live. |
| C．Buy some furniture. | D．Admire natural scenery. |
| A．A science journal. | B．A health magazine. |
| C．A travelling brochure. | D．A geography textbook. |
Recently, many netizens posted videos on social media claiming that Harbin has launched a “photo shoot with a white fox” project to entertain tourists. The white fox in the video
For this project, some people believe it is
Mr. He, the person in charge of Harbin Songhua River Ice and Snow Carnival, said that the scenic area has introduced this project to
Mr. He said that due to the continuous
10 . Mammoth Cave National Park, in the state of Kentucky, is a unique and historical natural wonder. It has the world’s longest cave system. There may be another 600 miles of cave passageways that have yet to be explored. In addition, more than 200 caves that are disconnected from the larger system can be found in the park.
The underground caves were created naturally by the process of limestone (石灰岩) erosion. Rain and rivers slowly dissolve (溶解) and shape soft limestone. The system is still being shaped today. Not only are they an amazing destination to visit, but the system also provides drinking water for about 40% of the US population.
The caves’ first explorers were Native Americans, who mined (采矿) the upper levels of Mammoth Cave. Later, the sites were left in great shape and began to draw public interest.
Mammoth Cave was made into a national park thanks to strong support. Back in the 1920s, the Southern Appalachian National Park Commission was set up in 1925. After years of work, as well as building roads and public facilities, the park was completed on July 1, 1941.
The park now receives around 2 million visitors a year, with about a quarter taking a tour of the caves—everything from a cultural tour to the more adventurous tours on offer. The cave supports more than 130 wildlife species (物种). The park is also much more than just a cave; the forest around has a diverse (多种多样的) range of species. There are miles of trails open for horseback riding, with canoe trails and great fishing spots. There are also more than 1,300 flowering species in the forest, and animals like wood warblers, thrushes, and bald eagles can regularly be seen.
1. What can we learn about Mammoth Cave from the first two paragraphs?| A．It was made by ancient people. | B．It has the length of 600 miles. |
| C．It is made up of 200 connected caves. | D．It has a large underground system. |
| A．Explorers mine the upper levels. | B．The government searches for drinkable water. |
| C．Water dissolves limestone. | D．People build roads and public facilities. |
| A．More than 1,300 flowers grow in the caves. |
| B．The park offers visitors diverse experiences. |
| C．Most visitors come to the park just for caves. |
| D．Two million people have visited the park till now. |
| A．Planning cave tours around the world |
| B．Exploring the world’s longest cave system |
| C．Learning about the explorers of Mammoth Cave |
| D．Predicting the future of Mammoth Cave National Park |
