3 . 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.

2. Why does the author mention the 65-year-old man in paragraph 2?

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.

3. What does paragraph 5 mainly tell us about 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.

4. What can be inferred about Death Valley from the last two paragraphs?

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.

4 . Best Things to Do on Maui Maui

Hawaii is a dream destination for visitors, home to wonderful sandy beaches, a choice of activities and a relaxed lifestyle. Whether you are looking for adventures or water sports, there is plenty to choose from.

Awapubi Adventures

Adventure tours suit single travelers, couples, and families, and are run by professional tour guides who will take care of your every need. Tours include trips to West Maui, hiking tours, snorkeling (浮潜) adventures, as well as tours to E Komo and Hana.

Phone: 808-269-6031

Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center

Visitors can enjoy the inspiring surrounding gardens, take self-guided tours of the grounds, and visit the historic sugar mill, professional artist studios, and wonderful exhibitions. The Hui Gallery Shop has a variety of art-based things such as glass, paintings, drawings, and photography.

Phone: 808-572-6560

Hawaiian Paddle Sports

Explore the beauty of the ocean and its marine life (海洋生物) on guided boat tours that are organized by professional guides. These tours are for single travelers, couples, and groups.

Phone: 808-442-6436

Maui Arts Cultural Center

The center hosts a variety of performances that show the finest of Hawaiian and local artists, and it also offers a range of educational and cultural programming, workshops, and free events for creative artists. The center is home to the Schaefer International Gallery, an exhibition space for visual (视觉的) arts that has a number of exhibits throughout the year. The center partners with the government to host free events.

Phone: 808-242-7469

1. What do Awapuhi Adventures and Hawaiian Paddle Sports have in common?

A．They are intended only for families.	B．They provide water adventure activities.
C．They serve delicious seafood.	D．They offer professional guides.

2. Which number can you dial if you want to buy artworks?

A．808-269-6031.	B．808-572-6560.
C．808-442-6436.	D．808-242-7469.

3. What can visitors do at Maui Arts Cultural Center?

A．Watch performances.	B．Enjoy marine life.
C．Visit gardens.	D．Take hiking tours.

5 . Traveling can be a good way to get life experiences.     1     Don’t worry. Here are some useful suggestions.

Plan ahead

This is probably the most important preparation for traveling. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip, or you will have to spend more on tickets.     2     Make a plan and you can save much in this way.

Find useful information

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Also the Internet can help you save money. You can find some useful websites like www. Travelcity. com and www. Economy travel. com.

Travel in groups

Find someone who is interested in visiting the same places. By traveling with others you can share costs and experiences.

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Well-known places may be expensive and too crowded. You may want to think over your trip and go to a less-known place. Smaller towns still have many interesting activities and sights. You can learn about lots of local customs, too.

Pack necessary things

The most important things to take are not always clothes.     5     Snacks are also necessary because they can save you much money when you can not find a cheap restaurant.

By planning carefully, you can not only enjoy traveling but also save lots of money. You will remember your travel experiences all your life.

A．Go to a less-known place.

B．Watch out for potential dangers.

C．Get a good rest before you travel the next day.

D．Remember to bring medicine because you may get sick.

E．Write down how much you expect to spend on food and hotels.

F．Travel books will offer information about the cheapest hotels and restaurants.

G．But what will you do if you’re a student and don’t have enough money for a trip?

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What can be found near Hongcun?

A．The village of Leigang.

B．Mount Huangshan.

C．Four ancient trees.

2. What represents the “legs” of Hongcun?

A．Houses.

B．Rivers.

C．Bridges.

3. What do we know about Xidi from the talk?

A．It has a small museum.

B．It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

C．Its architecture is the best of its kind in China.

8 . Southeast Asia is well-known for its colorful natural and historical attractions. Check out these four man-made impressive sites that are always attracting large tourists.

Golden Bridge, Vietnam

High up on Ba Na hills near Da Nang in Vietnam sits a pair of giant hands designed to look like the hands of God pulling out a strip of gold from the land. The 150-metre Golden Bridge, just opened in June, rises more than 1,400 metres above sea level and offers spectacular views of the surrounding area.

Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

Futuristic-looking giant trees and a man-made forest under a glass dome (穹顶) are part of this multi-award winning destination that opened in 2012.The giant super trees are between 9 and 16 storeys tall and you can take a walk to enjoy the view from above. A short walk away, youll come across the Flower Dome and the Cloud Forest.

Statue of Lord Murugan, Batu Caves, Malaysia

Just 12 kilometres from the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, the statue of Lord Murugan, located at the Sri Murugan Perumal Kovil at the foot of Batu Caves, was completed in 2006 and stands a little over 42 metres tall. There are three limestone (石灰岩) caves in the area. Visitors have to scale 272 steps in order to reach the entrance of the caves.

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Brunei

Named after the 28th sultan of Brunei, the grand mosque was completed in 1958.The impressive building is surrounded by an artificial lagoon, where a copy of a 16th century royal ship is docked at the end of a marble bridge.

1. Where can tourists enjoy the view from above the trees?

A．Golden Bridge, Vietnam.

B．Gardens by the Bay, Singapore.

C．Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Brunei.

D．Statue of Lord Murugan, Batu Caves, Malaysia.

2. What should tourists do to reach the Batu Caves?

A．Climb stairs.	B．Take a small boat.
C．Walk through a forest.	D．Go across a golden bridge.

3. What do the attractions have in common?

A．They are related to religions.	B．They stand near the beach.
C．They are created by people.	D．They exist for centuries.

9 . China’s most attractive museums

Beijing Minsheng Art Museum
Opening year: 2015
Art focus: Contemporary art

Right next to the capital’s art centre 798 Art District, Beijing Minsheng Art Museum took over a decommissioned (停止使用的) electronics factory, reopening after being redesigned by Chinese architect Zhu Pei. Funded by China Minsheng Bank, the museum has already hosted a lot of big-ticket exhibitions.

Power Station of Art
Opening year: 2012
Art Focus: Contemporary art

Fans of London’s Tate Modern will immediately spot the similarities with Shanghai’s Power Station of Art, a huge riverside box with a 165-metre chimney. It started life as the Nanshi Power Plant three decades ago before becoming the Pavilion of the Future at the 2010 Shanghai Expo. In 2012, it became China’s first state-owned contemporary art museum, with six floors of exhibition space.

Design Society
Opening year: 2017
Art focus: Design

Design Society in Shenzhen serves as a showcase for local and international design, given serious standing by its partnership with London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, probably the most famous design institution in the world. On show are 250 objects from the collection in London, telling how design represents a two-way exchange of ideas and culture.

Sifang Art Museum
Opening year: 2013
Art focus: Architecture, contemporary art

Positioned on a hillside in Laoshan National Forest Park in Nanjing, this private art museum is actually a group of diverse buildings, each designed by outstanding architects and artists. The centrepiece is a boxy gallery space protruding (突出) from the mountainside and seemingly súspendedin mid-air, designed by American architect Steven Holl.

1. What do the first two museums have in common?

A．Both used to be factories.

B．Both are state-owned art museums.

C．Both are redesigned by Chinese architects.

D．Both opened in the same year as the Shanghai Expo.

2. Which of the following partners up with a London museum?

A．Beijing Minsheng Art Museum.	B．Power Station of Art.
C．Design Society.	D．Sifang Art Museum.

3. Which city is Sifang Art Museum located in?

A．Shanghai.

B．Beijing.

C．Shenzheng.

D．Nanjing.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the man doing?

A．Checking in.

B．Booking rooms.

C．Asking about the hotel.

2. Why does the man come to New York?

A．To have a meeting.

B．To visit museums.

C．To enjoy himself at the seaside.

3. What will the man probably do later?

A．Buy a map.

B．Have dinner.

C．Go to a museum.