1 . There are a few tips old people should keep in mind while travelling during the long weekend. Consider these tips to keep your travelling stress-free.

1.Plan ahead.

Get to know your destination ahead of time. Find out the weather for the weekend and choose some fun places to go with loved ones.    1    If you need a wheelchair or other devices, inform the place you’re staying ahead of time. 

2.    2    

Let your doctor know about your travel plans. They may want to discuss medications or dietary changes and offer their sound medical advice.

3.Consider your medications.

The old should always think about any medicine they take daily. Bring enough medicine to last you the entire weekend.    3     That way, if there are travel delays, you’ll be prepared. Don’t leave your medications exposed in your room while you’re away. Always place them in a safe spot out of harm’s reach. 

4.Avoid showing flashy items.

Keep your jewelry at home while you’re travelling, or tuck it in a hidden spot. If you’re staying in a hotel, use the room safe to hold valuables such as wallets while you’re gone.    4    If you’re on the first floor, always keep windows locked to avoid break-ins. 

5.Travel comfortably.

Old people should always aim to travel comfortably.    5    Even the smallest of heels can throw off your balance and possibly cause you to fall. Use luggage with wheels for easy mobility.

A．Talk to your doctor.

B．Take your doctor with you.

C．Pack flat shoes with good support.

D．Avoid placing the “clean my room” sign on the door.

E．You also can pack the necessary items like an umbrella.

F．Pack your medications in your carry-on if you’re flying.

G．Talk with friends about the best means of travelling around.

2 . Would you like to know something that our ancestors knew? Here is a chance to take a trip back in time to the following places and discover it.

Great Orme Copper Mines, Wales

The discovery of the copper mines changed much of what we knew about our Bronze Age ancestors. It was believed that metalworking had come to England with the Romans, but this Welsh discovery proved that the British were already working metals 4,000 years ago. The mines are made up of five miles of passageways. Some are so small that historians think they were dug by children as young as five years old.

Jurassic Coast, Dorset

Spreading an impressive 95 miles between Exmouth and Dorset, the Jurassic coast is frequently described as a “walk through time”. It’s perfect for looking for fossils after a storm. Several beach towns along the way make for a much-needed short break. The clean water is perfect for swimming and the Clock Tower Café which is typical of the countryside has beautiful views and delicious cakes.

Cheddar Gorge, Somerset

There’s something other-worldly about this limestone gorge, where caves carved out by an underground river were once used by our ancient ancestors for maturing cheese and other foods. Visitors to the Gorge can also explore a cave where Britain's oldest human skeleton, the 9,000-year-old Cheddar Man, was first discovered back in 1903.

Compton Bay, Isle of Wight

Compton Bay hasn't always been a wonderful place. Some 130 million years ago it was occupied by dinosaurs both great and small. Take a walk along Compton Bay's sandy beach, and you may have a chance to find new fossil dinosaur footprints, preserved in rock.

1. Which of the following can the discovery of the copper mines show?

A．The Bronze Age ancestors were very strong.

B．Romans brought metalworking to England.

C．The work of metalworking was very interesting.

D．The British knew metalworking four thousand years ago.

2. What can we know about the Jurassic coast?

A．It's a good and safe place to see storms.	B．Visitors can eat some delicious cakes.
C．It's only fit for people to walk on.	D．Visitors must bring food when going there.

3. Where can the text be found?

A．In a shopping poster.

B．In a novel.

C．In a tourism magazine.

D．In a science report.

3 . Travel allows us to experience the world. But as we travel, we are also leaving our footprint on every place we visit. This is why culturally immersive (沉浸) travel is so important. Because the wrong kind of travel negatively affects the world. One of the reasons we started this blog was to help others travel better and feel comfortable getting off the beaten path, interacting with locals, and take you “Beyond the traditional Bucketlist”, if you will.

People who only get 2-weeks off per year are often just looking for an easy destination with a beach to relax on. This isn’t travel. This is a vacation. But “Immersive Travel” or “Cultural Travel” is an entirely new type of trip. It is about experiencing and preserving the various traditions around the world. It’s about being open to new experiences and willing to step into another’s shoes. Cultural travel is jumping in with both feet and leaving your idea about what your trip should be behind you. It’s eating local dishes and sleeping in guesthouses. It’s building genuine connections with locals. It’s learning about the history of a country and leaving your trip with a greater understanding of the place you came to see and the people who live there.

Often times in today’s age, “travelers” will visit a country just to snap some photos of the famous sights to post on Instagram or to drink the night away, or even just to relax on a tropical beach. But that kind of vacation can be harmful to the very communities you’re traveling to.

Beyond supporting the local communities and the preservation of local customs and traditions, you’ll also experience some personal benefits through cultural travels. There’s simply no way to travel this way with a closed mind. You’ll get to know different cultures intimately and understand them a lot better. You’ll also become less judgmental of others the more you travel.

1. What’s the author’s purpose in writing the first paragraph?

A．To stress the negative influence of travel.

B．To describe the importance of cultural travel.

C．To recommend a totally different type of travel.

D．To convey his unique feelings about cultural travel.

2. According to the author, today's travelers tend to_________.

A．establish close connections with the locals during the travel

B．choose a tourist attraction for adventure and exploration

C．show more interest in the history of a travel destination

D．post the photos taken in the journey on the social media

3. What can be inferred about the culturally immersive travel?

A．It is focused on studying local people's lifestyle.

B．Its travelers should be open-minded and understanding.

C．It is a specific way to make judgments of other cultures.

D．Its major concern is preserving local traditions and customs.

4. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A travel brochure.	B．A blog post.
C．A historic magazine.	D．An encyclopedia website.

4 . If you have lived in New York City for many years, like I have, the skyline becomes part of you and your daily life.

When I was invited to visit the recently completed Summit One Vanderbilt, New York’s fourth-highest tower, I wasn’t expecting much. I felt like I’d seen it all and I thought that this observation deck (观测台) would be another space for a view of the city, but nothing else.

Let me tell you something: I have never seen one like this before. It sits on top of a building on 42nd street and Vanderbilt, right next to Grand Central Station. Once you have ascended to the top floor, you step into air, which makes you feel like being at l,000 feet above ground level with its mirrored floors. Once you make your way throughout the space, you feel like New York is part of a body, and your sense of space is challenged by the reflections of the light. The reflections create endless possibilities for photos and videos, and the light changes throughout the day. I took out my camera and began to take photos, feeling a connection with the city that no other observatory has been able to give me.

Summit is something unique, an art work with architecture. It will be an observatory that will change with the city. I personally can’t wait to take photos at sunset, or when winter arrives.

1. How did the author feel when invited to visit Summit One Vanderbilt?

A．Curious.

B．Happy.

C．Amazed.

D．Uninterested.

2. What does the underlined word “ascended” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?

A．Risen.

B．Turned.

C．Referred.

D．Adapted.

3. What can be learned about Summit One Vanderbilt?

A．It is the only tower in New York.

B．It lies far from Grand Central Station.

C．It provides a good place for taking photos.

D．It is exactly 1, 000 feet high from the ground.

4. What’s the purpose of the text?

A．To stress a point.

B．To introduce a site.

C．To raise awareness.

D．To promote tourism.

5 . Here are four beach destinations for you to take a unique vacation in the sunshine.

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Whether you’re dining at restaurants directly on the sand or listening to live music, the islands of Zanzibar are rich with culture. The Stone Town features narrow stone streets meant for bicycles. It’s a great place to buy produce and creative goods while taking in the Arabian architecture. You can sail into the sun on wooden boats, do yoga on the white sand or go diving.

Sardinia, Italy

Sardinia is well known for its natural settings—mainly the beaches and the volcanic Monte Urtigu. With boat tours, hidden beaches and valley adventures featuring flowing waterfalls, water activities are everywhere. But the island has plenty of other experiences as well. Go wine tasting, learn to bake bread or take a historical tour of local archeologic sites.

Bodrum, Turkey

For a truly unique beach experience, visit Bodrum in Turkey. The ancient city is home to historic baths, hot springs, ancient ruins and underwater archeology museums. This area is also ideal for rafting trips, sea fishing and more. There is also a lot of wildlife living on the island and in its surrounding waters.

Tenerife, Spain

Tenerife is big on water sports and adventures, offering things like jet skiing, sailing and diving with dolphins. This area is home to various museums like the Museo Municipal and the local museum of natural history. Don’t forget to visit the local temples, ruins and gardens.

1. What makes Zanzibar special?

A．Its hot springs.

B．Its stone streets.

C．Its historical ruins.

D．Its open-air concerts.

2. What can a tourist do in Bodrum?

A．Visit the volcano.	B．Explore underwater museums.
C．Enjoy the local wine.	D．Experience valley adventures.

3. If you enjoy diving with sea animals, which is the best choice?

A．Zanzibar.

B．Sardinia.

C．Bodrum.

D．Tenerife.

6 . London is considered as one of the greatest cities on Earth. From historical sites to the modern-day metropolis, it can seem an infinite feast of activities and possibilities. For the budget-minded traveler, London might not appear to be the most wallet-friendly destination.     1     There is a wide selection of free things to do in London, as long as you know where to look.

One of the most surprisingly free things to do in London is visit top museums and art galleries.    2    For those who prefer museums with an archeological feel, the British Museum charges no admission, and contains such cultural treasures as the Rosetta Stone. Many other museums are also free to visit, although some offer access to special traveling exhibits for a fee.

London has a long history of influencing the musical world, and the wise traveler knows that concerts are some of the best free things to do here in various seasons. Particularly in the summer, free concerts are available along the banks of the Thames River, and frequently advertised in entertainment guides.    3    Covent Garden, a theater and shopping district, is famous for its free performances, and even auditions musicians before allowing them to perform.

    4     For instance, Charles Dickens's fans may take a stroll through Camden Town, following in the footsteps of Bob Cratchit. For those desperate for a glimpse into the world of Harry Potter, go to King's Cross Station, where you can see for yourself if Platform Nine-and-three-quarters really exists…

While London is full of exciting opportunities for the luxury traveler, it doesn't exclude those on a budget. The free things to do in London will often help travelers escape from the tourist attractions and catch a look at local life.     5    

A．However, this is not the case.

B．Literary lovers will find many free things to do in London.

C．That's because London is among the world's priciest cities.

D．The National Gallery is free to visitors favoring world-class paintings.

E．Even in winter, certain areas are usually crowed with musicians and performers.

F．Nobody can refuse such charming music with the beautiful sceneries along the river.

G．Combining them with some well-chosen costly additions will give you a balanced look at the beautiful city.

7 . 假定你是李华，寒假即将到来，你打算去北京旅游，请写信告诉你的英国朋友Peter你的旅行计划。
内容包括：
1.1月17日飞往北京，准备在北京游玩4天。
2.打算参观长城、去故宫博物院看珍宝、到北京奥体公园(Beijing Olympic Park)看国家体育场和水立方(the Water Cube)
3.你对这次旅行的想法
注意：
1.写作词数应为80词左右。
2.开头结尾以给出，不计入总词数。
2,可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Peter,

How is everything going?

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Yours,

Li Hua

8 . 阅读下面小短文，根据上下文语境，选择合适的单词填入空白处，每个单词只使用一次，每个方框里有一个是多余的单词。

accommodation；arrangements；admiring；suitable；sights；reservations

Julie is going to Jiuzhaigou for holiday. She has just finished the travel     1    . First, she has booked a flight to her     2     in her destination. She also has made hotel     3     well in advance. Besides, she will spend two days     4     the amazing waterfalls, colourful lakes and beautiful mountains. She is looking forward to seeing a lot of amazing     5    .

9 . Starting from July 1, the summer holiday is expected to bring 750 million trips made by rail passengers, about 15 million more than the same period in 2020, according to China State Railway Group. A recent report published by an online travel agency predicts that the number of trips made by air passengers this summer will return to normal levels of around 120 million. China’s tourism market is looking forward to a revival during the two month summer holiday.

While COVID-19 cases have been reported from time to time in some areas, the tourism market will see a sharp rise this summer. This is due to the efficient vaccination (接种疫苗) program and strict pandemic (疫情) control measures, said Cheng Chaogong, head of a research center.

According to the industrial report, as consumer confidence continues to improve, more than half of tourists want to have a family trip during the summer holiday. Also, 37.2 percent have chosen to travel with other family members. The survey result is a positive sign for the tourism market, since family travel was the main summer tourism model of previous years, the report said.

Rising airfares and hotel bookings also proved people’s growing enthusiasm for traveling during the summer holiday. By the end of June, hotel bookings for the summer holiday had increased by 30 percent compared with the same period of 2020.

Among the most popular destinations were Chengdu in Sichuan province, Kunming in Yunnan province, Harbin in Heilongjiang province, Shanghai and Beijing, according to the website.

In addition, red tourism, which refers to the visits to historical sites with a modern revolutionary legacy (革命遗产), remained a popular choice for travelers as this year marks the 100th anniversary of the Communist Party of China.

1. What does the underlined word “revival” in paragraph 1 probably mean?

A．Loss.

B．Challenge.

C．Recovery.

D．Chance.

2. Why is the tourism market expected to rise this summer?

A．People are eager to get out and relax.

B．The pandemic has been under control.

C．People are tired of staying at home.

D．The tourist industry offers various chances.

3. What is the function of the figures mentioned in the text?

A．To show the tourism is going to pick up.

B．To prove people are fond of traveling.

C．To state the pandemic has an impact on tourism.

D．To predict the pandemic will come to an end soon.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．Pandemic: not a threat anymore

B．Red tourism: a rising industry

C．Changes in consumption view take place

D．Summer holiday gives tourism an upturn

10 . 假定你是李华，你的新西兰朋友Terry将从广州出发到北京进行为期一周的旅游，发邮件请你推荐合适的交通方式及北京的景点。请你回复邮件，内容包括：
1.推荐从广州到北京的交通方式；
2.推荐两到三处北京景点；
3.表达祝愿。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2.文章开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数；
3.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Terry,

Knowing that you’re going to Beijing for vacation, I’m more than pleased to give you some advice.

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Yours,

Li Hua