1 . Magical Towns and Cities at Christmas
Hallstatt, Austria
On the banks of Hallstätter See, the town of Hallstatt and its amazing landscape enjoy UNESCO protection. The 16th-century townhouses, arid snow o£ winter make this the perfect place for getting into the festive atmosphere. Picture brightly lit trees and stands selling decorations, and you’re halfway to imagining just how special this town is.
Colmar, France
There are plenty of wonderful Christmas markets to be found all over Europe. But few catch the imagination in a fairytale setting quite like that of Colmar. More than six themed markets can be found in the center, linked by lit streets, where wooden houses are packed tightly together. At around 5:00 pm on Wednesdays and Saturdays, a children’s band will be on stage, providing even more holiday cheer.
Rudesheim, Germany
Located in the heart of the Rhine Valley’s wine-making country, Rudesheim is a top destination throughout the year. However, once the night draws in and Christmas comes into view, the town takes on a special atmosphere. Those arriving by riverboat can go to the Christmas Market of Nations, which is filled with stores selling gifts and traditional festive dishes from all over the world.
Tromso, Norway
Tromso has been a cultural center with its Arctic Cathedral, the home of regular concerts and events. It’s over the festive season, when there is no daylight, that the city, located high above the Arctic Circle, becomes a must-see. Visitors can taste a hot chocolate before taking the cable car (缆车) above the city to catch sight of the northern lights.
1. What can visitors see in Hallstatt?A.Old townhouses. | B.Northern lights. |
C.Arctic Cathedral. | D.Rhine Valley. |
A.On Thursdays. | B.On Fridays. | C.On Saturdays. | D.On Sundays. |
A.Tromso. | B.Rudesheinx | C.Colmar. | D.Hallstatt. |
2 . There are a lot of strategies for visiting a museum and avoiding “museum tiredness”. Consider what is mentioned below in planning.
Regardless of a museum’s size, you’ll get tired quickly if you try to look closely at every object displayed. Likewise, most museums provide lots of information about the objects on view. So don’t try to read everything.
Some people recommend setting a specific amount of time for your visit (1 or 2 hours).
A.You’ll likely meet with two types of labels. |
B.You are sure to make the most of your experience. |
C.It’s always a good idea to stop by the information desk. |
D.It would also be wise to plan frequent breaks in the galleries. |
E.Note that these might not be artworks that you find appealing. |
F.If you live near, consider frequent visits to the changed exhibitions. |
G.These aim to give information not always obvious about the artwork. |
1. What did Karl learn during his trip in Brazil?
A.How to speak the local language. |
B.How to take care of animals. |
C.How to hunt for food. |
A.The heavy rain at night. | B.Touching animals. | C.Sleeping alone. |
A.They were shy. | B.They were friendly. | C.They were humorous. |
A.Have some food. | B.Go to a print shop. | C.Look at some pictures. |
4 . Are you looking for a great scenic spot to travel to? You have to check out the most scenic spots on Maryland’s Coast! We get to see them every day and because of that, we know we have to share them with you. Here are some beautiful places to visit in Worcester County.
OCEAN CITY BEACH & BOARDWALK
Of course, we have to talk about our famous Ocean City, MD beach, and boardwalk! The beach town is lively and full of fun for all ages. With amusements, the most delicious food, and many places for incredible views, Ocean City is the perfect place for a refreshing vacation to relax and enjoy new experiences.
ASSATEAGUE ISLAND
Speaking of the ponies, Assateague Island is nothing short of magical. The narrow island is known for its pine forests, and wildlife. Make sure to keep your eyes open to catch a glimpse (瞥) of bald eagles or wild horses. The island is popular for its biking and walking trails as well as the large beach areas.
POCOMOKE RIVER STATE PARK
The small towns of Pocomoke City and Snow Hill reside around the Pocomoke River State Park and Pocomoke State Forest. The park is a nature lover’s dream with tall pine trees, and a richness of unique Eastern Shore wildlife. The park provides amenities (便利设施) fishing, boating, hiking, picnic areas, and more.
SUNSET MARINA
The name might speak for itself with this one… Views of the bay and sunsets — it can’t be beaten! The full-service marina resort offers a variety of amenities catered (迎合) towards boat owners.
1. Which of the following is the best choice for a family with children?A.SUNSET MARINA. |
B.POCOMOKE RIVER STATE PARK. |
C.OCEAN CITY BEACH & BOARDWALK. |
D.ASSATEAGUE ISLAND. |
A.They have pine trees and wildlife. | B.They provide amenities. |
C.They are popular for biking. | D.They are known for wild horses. |
A.In a textbook. | B.In a science report. |
C.In a travel magazine. | D.In a history book. |
5 . Slow travel is about connecting deeply with your travels. Rather than rushing from one place to another, slow travelers treat each experience as an opportunity to learn and feel more deeply to the people, culture, and food they want to explore.
Relax and enjoy
Once, a vacation provided relaxation from the stress of everyday life. But over time, we began trying to put everything we want into a checklist.
Have more memorable experiences
If you’re used to jumping from one attraction after another, the idea of slow travel may feel like you’ll miss the latest Top 10. In fact, you free yourself from scratching the surface of everything without enjoying anything.
Meet people and actually get to know them
When you decide to take the slow travel route, you free yourself up to meet and spend time with others. You can meet locals at a park or restaurant and enjoy a conversation. Learn about the people on your food tour. You may even decide that you like someone enough to meet him/her later for lunch or a coffee.
Traveling by plane, train, and bus has a bad effect on the environment. We can transport ourselves to one location and spend more time exploring it on foot, by bike or on horseback. That’s less harmful to the planet than rushing to the next thing on the list with whatever vehical that will get us there in a hurry.
A.Be more eco-friendly. |
B.Experience different means of transportation. |
C.This created more stress than we were escaping. |
D.Making a checklist makes your journey more organized. |
E.Slow travel allows you the time to feel a destination. |
F.Here are some reasons we think you need to try slow travel. |
G.Your communication tends to be more relaxed and more real. |
Arriving in New York There are three airports in New York. When you arrive at one of them, you can take buses or taxis to any place in New York. | Eating Out There are many kinds of food in New York and you needn’t eat at McDonalds every day. There are good restaurants in Little Italy and Chinatown, for example. |
Hotels There are lots of good hotels in New York. The best is The Plaza on Fifth Avenue but you don’t have to pay a lot to stay in the city. There are also lots of smaller hotels and the YMCA near Central Park is great for the young people. | Public Transport In New York, there’s a good bus and subway service. If you are planning to use the subway a lot, you should buy a subway ticket for the journey because it’s cheaper. But you don’t have to use public transport—there are lots of places you can go to on foot, such as the Empire State Building, Fifth Avenue and Central Park. The New York taxis are a part of the city experience, so you should take at least one taxi during your visit! |
Places to See Finally, there are a lot of places to see in New York-Times Square, the Statue of Liberty. And you shouldn’t go home without climbing the Statue of Liberty to enjoy the scenery of the city. | Shopping Shopping in New York is fun. There are big shops on Fifth Avenue. They are open seven days a week. But be careful when you look at the prices, because you have to pay a special 8% tax (税) on everything you buy in New York. |
1. “The Plaza” is the name of ________ in the passage.
A.a hotel | B.a restaurant | C.a park | D.a McDonald shop |
A.$20.16 | B.$21.6 | C.$20 | D.$28 |
A.You can only take buses at airport. |
B.You must stay in the best hotel. |
C.You had better climb the Statue of Liberty. |
D.You have to be disappointed by shopping. |
7 . Travelling with friends can be an amazing experience where you could make lifelong memories or it could ruin your friendship.
Communicate and respect each other. Everyone has personal preferences when travelling— from getting the bed closest to the bathroom or sitting in the airplane’s window seat. But sometimes things don’t go as you like. In this case, share your requirements directly with your travel companions.
Don’t disappear. When travelling with a group — or even just one other person — you may want some alone time. That’s completely fine, but make sure your friends know where you are and have a way of contacting you.
Get off your phone. Of course, your friends will understand if you need to take a call from a family member, or in the event of a work emergency, but other than that, try to stay off your phone.
A.Give each other some space. |
B.Include at least one activity for everyone. |
C.So it’s important to make sure you and your friend(s) are on the same page. |
D.At the same time, listen to their concerns and be respectful of them. |
E.Don’t respond to less important work contact or send messages frequently. |
F.It’s especially true of travelling in foreign countries or unfamiliar places. |
G.And remember that consideration and respect go a long way. |
1. What are the speakers talking about?
A.The hotel in the city center. |
B.The woman’s trip to Kingston. |
C.The woman’s plan for a summer event. |
A.Unsatisfying. | B.Comfortable. | C.Wonderful. |
This four-day walking tour will take you on amazing
10 . Whether it is a relaxing walk or a power one, taking a walk usually only lasts a small period of time. This is not the
On April 2, 2015, Tom decided to walk around the world by himself. It wasn’t a
Tom’s walk
Traveling always has some ups and downs. Tom
Tom
A.regulation | B.case | C.reason | D.aim |
A.novel | B.wise | C.simple | D.sudden |
A.unexpectedly | B.extremely | C.finally | D.undoubtedly |
A.Torn | B.Shocked | C.Moved | D.Surprised |
A.strength | B.curiosity | C.will | D.pride |
A.started | B.progressed | C.determined | D.remained |
A.neighborhood | B.partnership | C.childhood | D.friendship |
A.quit | B.exchanged | C.explored | D.adopted |
A.attracting | B.holding | C.covering | D.equaling |
A.replied | B.experienced | C.accepted | D.revised |
A.left alone | B.fallen apart | C.checked out | D.broken off |
A.responsibility | B.right | C.chance | D.choice |
A.unique | B.narrow | C.bright | D.graceful |
A.enjoyed | B.missed | C.impressed | D.addicted |
A.challenged | B.discovered | C.suffered | D.renewed |