1 . 4 places in the Midwest that look like they could be in Europe

If an expensive overseas trip isn’t in the cards for you right now, don’t worry. Take a road trip from Chicago and check out these Mid-western tourist spots that look like they’re straight out of a European postcard．

★Niles, Illinois

If you visit a square at 6300 W. Touhy Avenue, you’ll find a pleasantly European surprise — a half-sized copy of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Constructed in1934 to hide a water tower, the Leaning Tower of Niles stands 94 feet tall with a 7. 4-foot tilt which looks like the Italian one．

★Lindsborg, Kansas

Originally settled by Swedish immigrants, Lindsborg’s Scandinavian culture remains clear through public art and Swedish specialty shops, so prepare to collect Scandinavia n clothes, cookies, and wine. Best of all are the town’s yearly Scandinavian celebrations, where you’ll find various Swedish traditions．

★Frankenmuth, Michigan

Lovingly called “Little Bavaria”, this central Michigan town look like they’ve been transported straight out of a Franconian village. For the full Bavarian experience, you can stop by one of its restaurants for traditional German food. You can also learn a little more about the town’s Franconian origins．

★New Glarus, Wisconsin

Many people in Chicago know New Glarus for its brewery. Take a walk there and you’ll soon realize why it’s called “Little Switzerland”. Named after the big city of Glarus in Switzerland, New Glarus’ wooden houses, Swiss restaurants and museums, and gently hilled landscapes make for an almost Alpine（阿尔卑斯山的）experience．

1. What is the best part of a trip to Lindsborg, Kansas?

A．The local natural scenery．

B．The Scandinavian celebrations．

C．The Scandinavian dressing culture．

D．The traditional Scandinavia n foods．

2. Where can visitors enjoy traditional German food?

A．Niles, Illinois．	B．Lindsborg, Kansas．
C．Frankenmuth, Michigan．	D．New Glarus, Wisconsin．

3. Why is New Glarus called “Little Switzetland”?

A．For its famous brewery．	B．For its Alpine-style design．
C．For its main Swiss population．	D．For the same city name of Glarus．

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where are the speakers?

A．On top of a mountain.

B．On the way up a mountain.

C．At the bottom of a mountain.

2. How does the woman sound at first?

A．Delighted.

B．Nervous.

C．Relaxed.

3. Why was John Lake built?

A．To store more water.

B．To attract more tourists.

C．To restore the ecosystem.

3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the speaker?

A．A tour guide.

B．An official.

C．A farmer.

2. What are the listeners visiting?

A．A farm.

B．A museum.

C．A workshop.

3. What will the listeners do next?

A．Go to the garden.

B．View the farmhouse.

C．Learn the history of the place.

4. Whom does the Johnson’s Village belong to?

A．The Johnson family.

B．Gorden’s Milk Company.

C．The local government.

4 . Chongming Island, located at the mouth of the Yangtze River in China, is a beautiful and scenic destination that offers a unique blend (融合) of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Here are a few attractions you can not miss.

Forest Park

Chongming Forest Park is a perfect place for nature enthusiasts and treats visitors to the purest of air, a welcome escape from city living. You’ll be greeted by a kaleidoscope (万花筒) of ever-changing flowers, each season offering its own unique display of color and fragrance. It’s a visual feast for the senses. In the heart of the park lies an orchid greenhouse that will simply take your breath away.

Mingzhu Lake Park

This park is famous for its picturesque lake, which is surrounded by plenty of greenery and dotted with attractive buildings. Visitors can take a pleasant walk along the lakeside or rent a boat to explore the lake. The park also hosts various cultural events and performances, providing visitors with a glimpse into the local culture.

Sanmin Cultural Village

The Sanmin Cultural Village acts as a bridge between the past and the present, creating a lasting connection to Chongming’s cultural identity. Here you can discover the homespun textile technique. It’s really an efficient way of making clothes. At Sanmin park, you can discover the Poetic Root Art Museum. The museum is all about nature and art. Root art takes old tree roots and turns them into beautiful artworks. It’s like a special kind of painting but made from nature’s own materials.

Oxygen Land

Farming in China, celebrated through the ancient farming calendar, reflects a deep connection to nature. At Oxygen Land, you witness the union of ancient wisdom and modern responsibility. It’s a beautiful blend of tradition and ecological awareness as well as a connection that bridges the past and present, emphasizing the harmony of humanity with the land.

1. Who may be interested in Forest Park?

A．Mountain climbers.	B．Busy farmers.
C．Village teachers.	D．City residents.

2. Which place appeals to the visitors who want to take part in cultural events?

A．Forest Park.	B．Mingzhu Lake Park.
C．Oxygen Land.	D．Sanmin Cultural Village.

3. What do Oxygen Land and Sanmin Cultural Village have in common?

A．They display different techniques of making clothes.

B．They show advanced development of ancient farming.

C．They own some special museums with beautiful artworks.

D．They function as a connection between the past and the present.

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. How long does the tour last?

A．16 days.

B．18 days.

C．21 days.

2. Where will the listeners stay from Day 6 to Day 10?

A．In Shanghai.

B．In Chengdu.

C．In Dunhuang.

3. On which day will the listeners arrive in Beijing?

A．The first day.

B．The eleventh day.

C．The fifteenth day.

4. Where is most probably the speaker now?

A．In a hotel.

B．On a tour bus.

C．At the airport.

6 . 阅读下列材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Inside the Barbecue city

Zibo, an unknown city in Shandong Province, suddenly turned into the     1     (hot) tourist destination in China. This city of 4.7 million received 4.8 million visitors in March, after it     2     (begin) attracting notice on social media. The local government has set up 21 buses to carry visitors from the train station directly     3     barbecue restaurants. “We’ve all had good food before, but this kind of     4     (warm) is hard to find,” said Zhang Kexin, a college senior. The reason for     5     (it) overnight success has absorbed all of China. Most explanations attribute (把……归因于) the origins to college students, some of     6     posted on social media about the joys of the local barbecue style. Diners gill (烤) their own skewers on tabletop stoves,     7     (make) the meal a D. I. Y. feel, and wrap them in a local hand-made pancake, alongside a sprig of raw green onion and a smear of hot sauce. The cheap prices also played     8     important part in attracting the tourists—food started at 15 cents at the most popular restaurants—so the city     9     (crowd) with young people. As a result, locals, seemingly unable     10     (believe) their luck, tried to do all they can to keep the city alive.

9 . DiscoverCars. com has listed the best scenic spots in Europe for an autumn getaway. Here are the top four:

Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona takes first place, with the highest number of cheap restaurants and budget (经济型) hotels. There are many hidden treasures in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, so it’s a great city for explorers.

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is listed in second place –also moving up one position from last year’s results. Lisbon has the highest average temperature from September to November out of all cities. The city is famous for its artists and its Fado music, so there’s plenty for people looking for culture.

Berlin, Germany

In third place is Berlin, offering a range of different experiences. If you are travelling to party, then the world famous clubs that call Berlin home could be for you. If you are looking for history, then few cities have been at the heart of world politics (政治) in the same way that Berlin has.

Budapest, Hungary

In fourth place is Budapest. Budapest has an average of 56mm of rainfall during the Autumn months, the second lowest out of all cities. Buda, famous for being quiet and beautiful and Pest, for its nightlife and tourist attractions, form two halves of Budapest and are separated by the Danube River.

1. Which city has the lowest cost of food and hotel stay?

A．Barcelona, Spain.	B．Lisbon, Portugal.
C．Berlin, Germany.	D．Budapest, Hungary.

2. Which cities would attract people who enjoy social life?

A．Barcelona and Lisbon.	B．Lisbon and Berlin.
C．Berlin and Budapest.	D．Budapest and Barcelona.

3. Which part of a magazine is this text probably taken from?

A．Music.

B．Business.

C．Technology.

D．Tourism.

10 . The driving routes on this list are open to the public and don’t require any special skills. Go out, explore and enjoy!

The Atlantic Road
NORWAY

The 5-mile road runs through an archipelago (群岛) of the Norwegian Sea, having eight impressive bridges on the way. It’s a popular place for car companies to film advertisements (广告).

Ring of Kerry
IRELAND

This 111-mile roadway offers up scenery and history in equal parts, on landscapes ranging from the shores of the Atlantic Ocean to deep forests. Parts of the road date back 10,000 years and roadway stops include the island monastery (修道院) of Skellig Michael and the Iron-Age Staigue stone fort (要塞).

Million Dollar Highway
COLORADO

The impressive views along this 25-mile highway are reason enough to make a point of taking the route. Colorado provides plenty of opportunities along the way like hiking, camping, rock climbing, snowshoeing and whitewater rafting. Stop in Durango or Telluride to enjoy Western U. S. shopping.

National Route A006
LAS CUEVAS,ARGENTINA

If carving curves is your thing, National Route A006 is the place to be. The curviest part of the road—with over 60 turns—runs from Las Cuevas to La Cumbre Pass. The roadway only opens in the summer, connecting the scenic (风景优美的) wine-growing area of Argentina with Chile’s capital, Santiago.

1. What is special about Ring of Kerry?

A．It is 25 miles long.	B．It provides rock climbing opportunities.
C．It offers ancient attractions.	D．It only opens in summer and autumn.

2. Which route best suits drivers who like exploring roads with turns?

A．The Atlantic Road.	B．Ring of Kerry.
C．Million Dollar Highway.	D．National Route A006.

3. What do the four routes have in common?

A．They are in Asia.	B．They are scenic places to drive.
C．They are forest road routes.	D．They are popular movie filming locations.