1 . There are a lot of strategies for visiting a museum and avoiding “museum tiredness”. Consider what is mentioned below in planning.     1    

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.     2     “Tombstone” labels are very brief and provide facts about the artist, their country etc. There may be a number, which the museum uses to register the object, usually according to when it became a part of the collection, and a credit line that indicates the donor. Object labels are placed next to many objects.     3     The approach used to write museum labels has been much debated among art historians and museum professionals.

    4     Ask for a map, or have museum staff suggest highlights in the collection or special exhibitions. Many museums have special tours, audioguides, or downloadable apps that point you to these objects.

Some people recommend setting a specific amount of time for your visit (1 or 2 hours).     5     In addition to benches in the galleries, most museums have a cafe, shop, sculpture courtyard or gardens where you can hang out and relax for a bit.

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.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
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.

2. What made Karl scared during his trip?

A．The heavy rain at night.

B．Touching animals.

C．Sleeping alone.

3. What did Karl think of the local people?

A．They were shy.

B．They were friendly.

C．They were humorous.

4. What will the woman probably do next?

A．Have some food.

B．Go to a print shop.

C．Look at some pictures.

3 . 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.

2. What do Assateague Island and Pocomoke River State Park have in common?

A．They have pine trees and wildlife.	B．They provide amenities.
C．They are popular for biking.	D．They are known for wild horses.

3. Where can the text be found?

A．In a textbook.	B．In a science report.
C．In a travel magazine.	D．In a history book.

4 . 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.     1    

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.     2     Slow travel exchanges checklists for the chance to really enjoy a place. It’s amazing how much more involved you can be when you’re not in a rush. It’s easier to relax and look forward to whatever the day brings.

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.     3     Go to one museum and study the art and architecture, get the backstory rather than running through three museums and taking some photos quickly. Appreciate the destination.

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.     4     because you are not rushing to the next big thing.

    5    

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.

5 . Bonn & the Rhine in Flames

Thursday 5 May to Monday 9 May

A relaxing 5-day rail break to Bonn, a great city on the Rhine.

Day 1 Travel to Bonn

Taking a mid-morning Eurostar from London’s St Pancras station to Brussels Midi in Belgium where we connect with an InterCity Express train to Cologne. Here we make a final change of train and travel to Bonn where we enjoy a 4-night stay at the Intercity Hotel.

Day 2 Drachenfels Cog Railway & a Tour of Schloss Drachenburg

Morning tram (电车) ride to Konigswinter to take the famous cog railway up the Drachenfels hill. Later we head to Schloss Drachenburg, built for the banker Baron Stephan von Sarter.

Day 3“Rhein in Flammen”Boat Cruise (乘船游览) ＆Firework Show

A free morning and early afternoon to spend exploring Bonn, known as the birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven. A visit to this world famous composer’s house is a must. From late afternoon we take a boat cruise and watch the beautiful firework show.

Day 4 Wuppertal Schwebebahn

We take a morning train to Wuppertal and enjoy a return trip on the Schwebebahn hanging railway. The railway opened in 1901 and has been in almost continuous service above the city ever since. An important part of the Wuppertal transport system, this train is made even more attractive by the fact that the wheels are on the roof! Early evening we return to Bonn.

Day 5 Return Home to London

After breakfast we take a mid-morning train from Bonn back to Cologne’s main station. Here we return to London.

5 Days from £785 per Person PRICE INCLUDES

■All rail travel as stated

■Unlimited travel on local transport in Bonn city area

■Excursions (游览) as listed

■ Accommodation in good, quality hotel on a bed and breakfast basis

■Services of a tour leader from London and throughout the tour

1. On which day will tourists visit the famous composer Beethoven’s house?

A．Day 2.

B．Day 3.

C．Day 4.

D．Day 5.

2. What do we know about Wuppertal Schwebebahn?

A．It opened in 1921.	B．It is a hanging railway.
C．It is already out of service.	D．It was built by Stephan von Sarter.

3. What do tourists need to pay extra for during the trip?

A．Breakfasts.

B．Services of a tour leader.

C．Lunches and evening meals.

D．Travel on local transport in Bonn.

6 . We love tropical areas, but dry areas can also be attractive. Check out these great desert destinations in the U. S. A.

Santa Fe, New Mexico

First settled in 1610, Santa Fe, the oldest capital in America, has a long history and rich heritage. Its unique cultural tapestry (挂毯) combines Native American, Spanish, and Anglo traditions. This UNESCO Creative City is home to a big art community, and shops sell everything from jewellery to pottery.

Joshua Tree National Park, California

Joshua Tree National Park covers about 800,000 acres and includes two distinct desert ecosystem. Hiking is the primary (首要的) attraction, but with 8,000 climbing routes, climbing is a close second. At night, dark skies are fit for stargazing. You can sleep at campgrounds, or book a room at Mojave Sands, a 1940’s roadside motel in downtown Joshua Tree.

Marfa, Texas

Most people’s association with Marfa is Prada Marfa, a sculpture installation (装置) in the West Texas desert. But there’s actually more to Marfa, starting with its location. Lying between the Davis Mountains State Park and Big Bend National Park, its nearest neighbour is some 20 miles away. While it has a population of around 2,000, don’t let that fool you. A mixture of art installations, exhibitions, and cultural festivals has turned up the heat and it’s not cooling anytime soon.

Tucson, Arizona

Tucson, also known as the Old Pueblo, is a sunny oasis surrounded by windswept mountain ranges.What you might not expect is the attractive variety of native plants rooted at Tucson Botanical Gardens. If that’s not enough to attract you, the beauty of El Conquistador Tucson certainly will.

1. What is unique to Santa Fe?

A．Its rich art.

B．Its location.

C．Its exhibitions.

D．Its native plants.

2. What is the main attraction of Joshua Tree National Park?

A．Climbing.

B．Observing stars.

C．Hiking.

D．Sleeping in the open air.

3. What’s the author’s purpose in writing the lext?

A．To show the long history of America.

B．To introduce some attractive destinations in America.

C．To recommend some ways to have fun.

D．To promote four developing cities in the U.S. A.

7 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Themed with “Ecological Priority, People-oriented Garden Expo”, the 14th China (Hefei) International Garden Expo     1     (hold) on 26 September 2023 in Hefei, Anhui Province.

The Hefei Garden Expo Park, the     2     (large) urban park in the world, is located in Hefei’s Luogang Park,     3     covers an area of 3. 23 square kilometers and features landscape architecture from 31 Chinese cities and 7 ones from abroad. Each garden has landscape pieces     4     (design) with local features.

In overall arrangement and tiny details, the Hefei Garden Expo Park is a     5     (reflect) of environmental protection and ecological sustainable development.     6     (walk) in the gardens is a good way for visitors to enjoy themselves in the natural landscapes and cultural customs of various cities and towns, both     7     home and abroad.

In the future, the Hefei Garden Expo Park will continue to play     8     (it) role as a green ecological showcase, attracting more and more visitors     9     (come) and visit. With this showcase, Hefei is opening     10     new chapter in urban development, providing now ideas for the sustainable development of future cities.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. How is the group getting to the hotel?

A．On foot.

B．By bus.

C．By taxi.

2. Why will the group arrive late?

A．Because of an accident.

B．Because of the bad weather.

C．Because of the heavy traffic.

3. Who is the speaker?

A．At our guide.

B．A taxi driver

C．A hotel manager.

9 . Here are some fantastic parks in San Antonio.

Brackenridge Park

The park was first established in 1899 and has been popular with both locals and visitors ever since. Towering trees and peaceful riverbanks will greet guests along the park’s paths, and the facilities include playgrounds, museums, a miniature train, a Japanese tea garden, and one of the oldest golf courses in the city.

Friedrich Wilderness Park

In the park, you’ll find about 10 miles of paved(铺过的)and unpaved trails(路线), with a little something for everyone. From rocky climbs to deep canyons, and enchanting forests to open views, there’s no shortage of natural beauty. The area is nationally famous for birdwatching.

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

The park is the state’s only one on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. It covers quite a large area, so it’s best to make it a full-day or at least a half-day trip so you can be sure to cover everything. While the Alamo is a separate attraction, you will get to enjoy the architectural wonders of Mission Concepcion, Mission San Jose, Mission San Juan, and Mission Espada. They’re all connected by a hike and bike trail, with plenty of stops along the way to picnic, climb trees, and refill water. Admission is free!

Eisenhower Park

Just a 20-to 30-minute drive from the city center, the park puts the best landscapes in the Texas Hill Country on full display, holding 6 miles of hiking trails, both paved and unpaved. Explore dried creek beds, look out over plunging canyons, and enjoy full views of San Antonio down below. You can also find playgrounds for the little ones, picnic tables, and barbecue facilities.

1. What is Friedrich Wilderness Park well-known for?

A．Birdwatching.	B．Ancient buildings.
C．A Japanese tea garden.	D．Unpaved hiking paths.

2. Which park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

A．Brackenridge Park.

B．Friedrich Wilderness Park.

C．San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.

D．Eisenhower Park.

3. What are some of the features of Eisenhower Park?

A．Golf courses and bicycle trails.

B．Museums and no entrance fee.

C．Birdwatching and playgrounds.

D．Hiking trails and barbecue facilities.

10 . 假定你是李华，你和留学生Tom约定本周末一起去桂林旅行。请给他写一封邮件，分享你的旅行计划。要点如下：
1.到达桂林交通方式；
2.活动安排（乘船游览漓江、观看《印象刘三姐》表演、品尝地方美食等）；
3.征询他的意见。
注意：①词数80左右；②可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。
参考词汇：印象刘三姐Impression of Liu Sanjie
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