1 . In the rush of day-to-day life, we don’t always have the time to slow down and move at our own speed. Even on vacation, we always try to visit, do and taste as many things as possible in a new place or many places.
“I’ve heard countless times how tired people are when they come back from their vacation and feel like they ‘need a vacation from their vacation,’ and that’s because many times we pack so much into a very short time,” said travel blogger Esther Susag. “We want to see everything, do everything, and not waste a minute.
There is, however, another method that many experienced travelers suggest: slow travel. But what exactly is slow travel, and how do you take full advantage of this kind of trip? Below ,travel experts break it down.
As the name suggests, slow travel generally needs travelers to slow down and enjoy each moment, rather than rushing to check off the list items. “Slow travel may mean different things to different travelers, but I define (定义) it as staying in one place for longer and going deeper into the local culture,” said Paul Jacobs, general manager and vice president of Kayak North America. “It’s taking the time to make real connections with locals instead of packing a schedule full of tours.”
For travel expert and author La Carmina, slow travel allows people to stop and smell the roses-quite directly. “It’s about being fully present in the moment and experiencing the sights, sounds and sensations (感觉) around you completely “letting the experience develop at its own speed and without expectations,” she said. “To me, slow travel doesn’t have a strict definition or certain things to do, but rather focuses on the feeling of being a visitor to a place.”
Slow travel is becoming more and more popular now, because it can do good to us in many ways.
1. Why are people tired when they return from their vacation?| A．They have no place to rest. |
| B．They are on a busy schedule when traveling. |
| C．They travel to some places far away. |
| D．They feel quite excited and enjoy their trip fully. |
| A．It can let travelers experience the place deeply. |
| B．It can make travelers save a lot of money. |
| C．It can allow travelers to explore more places. |
| D．It can save travelers much more time. |
| A．Other ways of travel. |
| B．The definition of slow travel. |
| C．The proper places for slow travel. |
| D．The advantages of slow travel. |
| A．Life. | B．Society. | C．Sports. | D．Education. |
1．你的建议：郑州绿博园 (The Green Expo Garden in Zhengzhou)
2．你的理由;
| 地点 | 紧邻郑开大道 |
| 面积 | 约3 000亩 |
| 特色 | 展园94个，是各类花卉的家园 |
| 宗旨 | 展示环保方面取得的成就，倡导绿色生活 |
| 门票 | 成人每人次20元 |
| 公交 | 568路和573路 |
注意：1．词数80左右;2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Henry,
Knowing that you’re coming to China and want to visit a theme park, I’m writing to extend my warm welcome and share my recommendation.
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If you have any other questions, do let me know. I hope you’ll have fun in China!
Yours,
Li Hua
1. 时间(1月1日-3日)、人物、交通
2.活动：泛舟西湖，赏美景、品杭州美食
3.你的感受与旅游的意义(丰富知识、拓宽视野)
参考词汇：西湖：the West Lake丰富：enrich拓宽：broaden
注意：1.词数80左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Mike,
Thank you for your email about your travel plan in Xi’an, which is amazing. I’m writing to tell you something about my plans for the New Year’s Day holiday.
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I am looking forward to your photos in Xi’an.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
4 . Montreal has a unique culture, with its mixture of French and English. If you want to visit one of the best cities in North America, this is the place for you.
The French
Most places in Canada are English-speaking, but Montreal is different. It is a city run by the French and for the French. If you want to work there, you have to speak French. The French and the English generally stay apart from each other. Most of the English can’t speak French and don’t want to learn; most of the French don’t like to speak English. However, it is this “conflict” of cultures that makes Montreal interesting.
Food
The best and unique Canadian food comes from the French. For example, you can find “poutine” - a tasty quick snack. This French invention is my personal favorite, although I must warn you that it isn’t for everyone. The best way to experience poutine is to go north of Montreal to one of the ski resorts. Spend all day skiing. Then, when your body aches all over, go to a mountain bar with friends and have a hot chocolate and a plate of poutine. You will understand why it’s the best food in the world.
Music & Cinema
Montreal is also great for music. There’s a famous jazz festival in the summer. You need a pass for most of the shows, which are usually performed outdoors during the day and night. But wherever you are in Montreal, you can hear the music while you are walking in the streets.
1. Where is this text probably taken from?| A．A travel plan. |
| B．A travel brochure. |
| C．An encyclopedia. |
| D．A travel journal. |
| A．After a day-long sightseeing. |
| B．After a tiring skiing experience. |
| C．When your body aches all over. |
| D．When you have a hot chocolate. |
| A．Mastering skiing skills. |
| B．Favoring different cultures. |
| C．Understanding jazz music. |
| D．Communicating in French. |
5 . Not everyone knows that Mogao Caves in China has a “little sister”—Yulin Caves, which is smaller but better preserved than Mogao Caves. This “little sister” has the most brilliant murals (壁画) which are large in scale and diverse in forms and skills, with much art value. Here is some information lo refer to when planning your tour here.
Daily Itinerary (行程)
DAY 1: Visit Mingshashan in the middle afternoon when it is not very hot and sunburn is low.
DAY 2: Visit Yulin Caves. You can visit up to 6 caves. After that, drive about 30 minutes to Suoyangcheng.
DAY 3: Visit the newly opened Mogao Caves Digital Exhibition Center. You will watch two short but well-produced educational documentary movies about Mogao Caves. After the movies, take the interzonal bus to Mogao Caves.
Highlights of This Tour
●In-depth tour of Mogao Caves and Yulin Caves
●Visiting Suoyangeheng—an ancient ruined city 2,000 years ago
●Private tour package covering airport pick-up, accommodation, sightseeing and private tour guide
Basic Information about Price
●$ 380 per person
●This price is based on a group of 2 adults sharing one standard double-bed room in 4-star hotels and traveling with our private tour in low seasons.
●This price is subject to change according to your traveling season, group size, hotel class, etc. ... If you want a lower price, you can get more people to join you, or use economy class hotels.
1. When can tourists see the documentary movies?| A．On Day 1. | B．On Day 2. | C．On Day 3. | D．Any day. |
| A．Two brilliant caves. | B．An old living city. |
| C．Free accommodations. | D．In-depth travel in private. |
| A．In a history textbook. | B．On a travel agency website. |
| C．In an academic journal. | D．On an exhibition of murals. |
1. 推荐旅游地：有着“天府之国”雅称的四川。
2. 特点：
(1)风光宜人，文化丰富。
(2)省会成都：正宗川菜，慢生活，适合放松。
(3)观赏国宝大熊猫。
要求：约100词。
参考词汇：天府之国：Heavenly Land, 国宝：national treasure
Dear Pete,
I am glad to hear that you have finished your mid-term exams and now have time for a trip.
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Any questions, please feel free to let me know.
Enjoy your holiday!
Your friend,
Li Hua
7 . Taking nature hikes is a lot of fun. No matter where you live, there is probably someplace nearby where you can enjoy nature.
Step one in planning your nature hike is deciding where to go. You will also need to get an adult family member or friend to go along with you. Together you can learn about all the different types of habitats in your area and decide which one you want to explore first.
Once you have chosen your location, it’s a great idea to spend some time learning about the plants and animals that live in that habitat.
If you want to make a full adventure, you could put together a little book of plants and animals you might find on your trip.
Before you go on a nature hike you also need to have the proper coat, good hiking shoes and gear. If you expect rain, please have rain gear.
| A．If it will be sunny |
| B．If you go to the beach |
| C．If you reach the chosen habitat |
| D．You should choose a place fairly close by |
| E．You will also bring drinks full of energy |
| F．It’s a good idea to bring a pack with snacks for everyone |
| G．Creating a book like this will help you remember the plants and animals you see |
1. 北京欢乐谷主题公园占地56万平方米，于2006年7月对外开放；
2. 游客可以参与多项活动，有多种设施可以满足不同年龄段人群的需要；
3. 可以观看多种让人印象深刻的精彩表演；
4. 参观时要注意安全。
注意：1. 词数80左右；
可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：facility设施；Happy Valley of Beijing北京欢乐谷
Dear friends,
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9 . The most popular of the amusement parks in Canada is Paramount Canada’s Wonderland. This park frequently gets the most visitors of any seasonal park in North America. One reason is its numbers of wild rides. For younger kids, the television characters are very exciting. You can see Fred Flintstones, SpongeBob Square Pants or Dora the Explorer. There are often rides starring these characters that are more popular among younger children. There are plenty of fantastic shows for families to watch as well. What’s more, the admission to the park includes the nearby Splash Works.
Another popular theme park is Galaxyland Amusement Park. Amusement park’s fun shouldn’t be limited to just the summer months, and Galaxyland is aware of this. As the world’s largest indoor amusement park, Galaxyland packs in it 25 breath-taking rides and attractions. It is also home to one of the world’s largest indoor roller coasters. Galaxyland remains one of the most popular theme parks in Canada for older children because of attractions like the Rock ‘N’ Ride Dance Party. This party combines music, music videos and unlimited rides from 8 p.m. to midnight.
One of the most visited amusement parks in Canada on the west coast is Playland. Playland, unlike other Canadian theme parks, has a long history in its city. Playland has all the fun of a carnival, with scary houses, merry-go-rounds (旋转木马) and a ferris wheel. There are also modern additions in the park, like a climbing wall for kids and a video game room. Playland is open from spring through fall, though only on weekends and holidays before June 18 and after September lst.
1. What makes Playland different from other Canadian theme parks?| A．Its large indoor roller coaster. | B．Its video game room. |
| C．Its location. | D．Its long history. |
| A．They all have attractions for children. |
| B．They all open throughout the year. |
| C．They all have parties at night. |
| D．They are all outdoor parks. |
| A．encourage people to travel in Canada |
| B．compare different theme parks in Canada |
| C．introduce some popular Canadian theme parks |
| D．offer some tips on visiting theme parks in Canada |
1.参观陈家祠——广州最有名的历史建筑，有一百多年的历史，富有岭南建筑风格。
2.珠江夜游——欣赏珠江两岸夜景。
3.广州塔——高约600米，是世界第三高塔，是广州的地标建筑。
4.交通方式——公交汽车，地铁。
注意:1.词数80左右；
2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数；
3.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：陈家祠Chen Clan Academy，珠江夜游Pearl River Night Cruise，广州塔Canton Tower，岭南建筑风格Lingnan architecture style
Dear Jack,
I’m glad to know that you are going to visit Guangzhou in October. It’s my pleasure to recommend the tourist attractions of Guangzhou to you.
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