1 . It has been four years since Grandma Joy told her grandson that she had never seen the most beautiful views of America. Since then, they have gone on many cross-country trips.
Brad Ryan had been feeling tired of studying in a vet school when he visited his 85-year-old grandma in 2015. He hoped that spending some quality family time would help lift his spirits.
As he was telling his grandma stories of his travels, however, he was heartbroken to hear that she had never seen the ocean or mountains. Ryan then asked his grandmother if she would like to go hiking with him. Needless to say, she was more than happy to agree.
They have since visited 29 different national parks across America---from the Great Sand Dunes in Colorado to the Acadia National Park in Maine. Over the four years, Ryan and his grandma have driven 25,000 miles through 38 states. And it has greatly affected his quality of life. “Seeing it through my grandmother’s eyes, who every morning wakes up and is thankful to be alive has taught me how to live,” Ryan said. “With her, I’ve had to slow down and see life in a different way, which has made it a lot richer.”
“I love my grandma so much, and it’s just really giving me a lot of peace when she passed away. I can go back to these places, feel her spirit, and feel connected to her,” he added.
Ryan posted all of their trips on Facebook. He hopes more young people will spare time to be with their elders. “I want young people to know that hanging out with your grandparents is cool. And there’s so much we can learn from our elders,” Ryan said.
1. Why did Brad Ryan visit his grandma in 2015?| A．To cheer himself up. |
| B．To please his grandma. |
| C．To take his grandma to travel. |
| D．To share his travelling experiences. |
| A．Shocked. | B．Sad. |
| C．Doubtful. | D．Excited |
| A．She made him live a better life. |
| B．She helped him find his life goal. |
| C．She told him to have peace of mind. |
| D．She gave him a lot of encouragement. |
| A．To advise young people to take a trip. |
| B．To share his joy of travelling with his grandma. |
| C．To encourage the young to keep their elders company. |
| D．To show young people what they can learn from their elders. |
| A．A tourist. | B．A cleaner. | C．A guide. |
3 . The beauty of single travel is that you can choose what you want to see and when. Here are some of the safest cities in the world guaranteed to meet the single travelers’ needs.
Singapore
As Singapore is one of the safest cities in the world, it is ideal for a single traveller. There’s no shortage of good hotels and the locals and hotel staff are known for their friendly nature. Take a walk through Chinatown, spend a day at Jurong Bird Park, hit the shops on Orchard Road or simply watch the world go by at Clarke Quay.
Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland is known for being one of the friendliest cities in the world, according to surveys by Condé Nast Traveler, so the single travellers will feel right at home. An affordable city with lots to see, such as the Civic Theatre, the Sky Tower and the harbour foreshore, Auckland is a wonderful place to visit on your own.
Vienna, Austria
One of Europe’s finest and most beautiful cities, Vienna has so much to offer and you can’t possibly get bored. You can go for a museum tour, a cruise of the Danube, spend a morning exploring historic St. Stephen’s Cathedral, or visit St. Anton, known for being the best ski party city in Europe.
Napa, California
While Napa is a romantic destination for two, it’s also an attractive spot for the single travellers. Famous for its fine grapes, Napa is the perfect place if you have a taste for good wines. Many hotels are equipped with private pools and lounging areas, so you can enjoy a relaxing environment.
1. What will you probably do if you visit Auckland?| A．Spend a day at Jurong Bird Park. |
| B．Hit the shops on Orchard Road. |
| C．Explore historic St. Stephen’s Cathedral. |
| D．Enjoy a play in Civic Theatre. |
| A．Singapore. | B．Auckland, New Zealand. |
| C．Vienna, Austria. | D．Napa, California. |
| A．Quality wines. | B．Museum tours. |
| C．Private pools. | D．Lounging areas. |
My cousin and I took a trip by rail across Canada from west to east. Before starting out, we spent a couple of days in Vancouver, admiring the
5 . I was 17 years old. Along with a dozen other boys I had made a long trip to Iowa in order to see a college that I was thinking of
Here in Iowa everything was
| A．quitting | B．visiting | C．attending | D．exploring |
| A．fun | B．hard | C．plain | D．tiresome |
| A．assuming | B．picturing | C．reminding | D．missing |
| A．if | B．where | C．why | D．how |
| A．shapes | B．shades | C．shadows | D．sheets |
| A．flood | B．cloud | C．sea | D．blanket |
| A．easy | B．flat | C．beautiful | D．tough |
| A．hear | B．touch | C．taste | D．smell |
| A．cared about | B．dreamed of | C．prepared for | D．looked over |
| A．body | B．hand | C．face | D．soul |
| A．fill | B．break | C．separate | D．block |
| A．folded | B．sank | C．flowed | D．escaped |
| A．pain | B．breath | C．wealth | D．eyesight |
| A．splendid | B．pale | C．tiny | D．weak |
| A．creation | B．punishment | C．change | D．reflection |
1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
| A．Husband and wife. | B．Friends. | C．Brother and sister. |
| A．It is lost. | B．It is too old. | C．It is dirty. |
| A．Rome. | B．Paris. | C．Venice. |
| A．Buy her clothes on the trip. |
| B．Do some packing. |
| C．Go shopping before leaving. |
7 . When leaving school, I was pleased that my exam results meant that I could study engineering at university. But I also wanted to travel before starting my course. A friend of mine told me about the Schools Exploring Society, an organization which helps students take a gap year （a year between leaving school and going to college）. It has three foreign journeys a year, taking 16-20-year-olds on science and nature trips. I love being outdoors, and a mountaineering trip to Alaska was on offer. So I signed up immediately.
There was one problem, though. I had to raise a large amount of money for the trip. It was a big task, but I managed to make it. I washed cars, worked in a cafe and also sold off some of my old books, clothes and CDs. Then, just before starting out, I started worrying. Can I do this? Am I fit enough? What if I see a bear?
Seventy of us traveled to Alaska. The first two days after arrival were spent in a school hall preparing our equipment and five tons of food. Then we left for the beautiful Talkeetna Mountain. On the trip we dug paths and recognized plant species. Then we climbed a mountain that was over 6,000 feet high. It was tiring but exciting.
Looking back, a gap year was so right for me. I learned a lot about accepting other people for what they are. We had to help each other and it made me less selfish. My gap year has also made me more able to concentrate. Now, whenever Tm worried about anything, I think I did Alaska-I can do this!
1. We can learn from Paragraph 1 that the author .| A．hadn’t taken foreign trips before |
| B．made the trip together with his friends |
| C．was not satisfied with his exam results |
| D．was going to study engineering at a college |
| A．His body was not strong. |
| B．He couldn’t afford the trip. |
| C．He had no outdoor experience. |
| D．He had little time to prepare for the trip. |
| A．was well worth it |
| B．got him interested in plants |
| C．made him fall behind others in study |
| D．helped him know more about himself |
| A．To explain how to prepare for trips. |
| B．To advise on how to spend a gap year. |
| C．To describe his experience in his gap year. |
| D．To encourage students to do part-time work. |
8 . At the foot of the Tianmu Mountain in Zhejiang, a homestay (民宿) is attracting travelers from far and wide, which has won architectural medal at the 2021 German iF Design Awards.
The owners of the homestay are a couple in their late 30s who decided to return to their hometown three years ago. Li Xiumei used to be in charge of a division at a company in Hangzhou, and her husband was a sales director. It was an ordinary situation where Li’s husband was on business trips a lot and Li still worked on weekends. City life sometimes is not easy.
In 2018, they quit jobs and went back to Dongtianmu village, which lies in a forest of bamboo. The first time they drove into the village was one late afternoon. The cooking smoke was rising from the foot of the mountain, which gave them a very different feeling from the city.
The homestay was built beside her husband’s old countryside house. The old house is preserved (保留), while a brand-new building was built on its side and the whole site is made up of four courtyards. It has been updated to have a hall, a tea room, a kitchen, a dining room. Japanese cherry trees are planted in the east courtyard. A swimming pool is placed in the west courtyard, with a bar located on one side.
Li and her husband love gardening and music, and their new home gives them enough space to continue their interests and relax in the heart of nature. Li wants to share the quiet country life, so she makes her new home a homestay. In 2019, the homestay became an online hit after guests shared their experiences on social media. “The longer I stay here, the more I feel it was the right choice to come back, and this is more meaningful than making money,” Li says.
1. How did Li feel about city life?| A．Satisfied. | B．Noisy. | C．Attractive. | D．Tired |
| A．The forest of bamboo. | B．The smoke of cooking. |
| C．The fresh air in the village. | D．The feeling of loneliness. |
| A．It is ancient and broken. | B．It can hold many guests. |
| C．It must have been carefully designed. | D．It has been rebuilt by the couple. |
| A．Continuing their music dream. | B．Living in the countryside. |
| C．Staying at the old house. | D．Developing a city. |
9 . Who says you have to stay indoors when the temperatures drop? Here are favourite places to explore this winter.
Athens, Greece
In Athens, every November temperatures stay around the mid-20s, so have a trip to the Parthenon and Acropolis. A full afternoon is also necessary for exploring the Museum of Cycladic Art and its exhibitions — recently it has hosted Picasso’s.
In the streets of the Pysrri district is a hidden hole in the wall, from which one can go down to the basement restaurant, Diporto.
Huaraz, Peru
To some, Peru gives people images of students in printed shorts on a tour of Machu Picchu. There’s obviously so much more to do in the UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) site. Any hike through the surrounding Huascaran National Park will make you feel like you’ve stepped into The Lord of the Rings.
April and November are considered “shoulder season”, which means fewer clear days but you can enjoy the trails (路线) with fewer people.
Edinburgh, UK
Yes, it’s probably going to be freezing cold. Hot coffee steam up in a pleasing, romantic fashion in cafes. People can take a few minutes’ walk from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.
For simple Scottish dishes there’s neighbourhood inn, the Little Chartroom. And the Sheep Heid Inn has been long enough to have served Mary, Queen of Scots. In the eight bedrooms at the 18th century Rock House, each is a mixture of ancient details and current fashion.
Valletta, Malta
Flights from the UK to Malta’s capital are only around £30, making it one of the best destinations for a November trip. This tiny city has a temperature of 17 or so and has changed itself into a year-round city break with artistic cafes, hotels and newly opened galleries — Muza opened last year and houses the former National Gallery collection.
1. Which place has exhibited Picasso’s works lately?| A．Muza. | B．National Gallery. |
| C．The Museum of Cycladic Art. | D．Scottish National Portrait Gallery. |
| A．Athens. | B．Valletta. | C．Huaraz. | D．Edinburgh. |
| A．It served the Queen of Scotland. | B．It combines ancient and modern styles. |
| C．It has at least eight kinds of rooms. | D．It offers Scottish local specialties. |
Home /Tours/ China Packages/Beiiing BJ28: 3 Days Private Beijing City Tour including Hotel From $419 per Free Inquiry We Guarantee 100% No Shopping Stops! Itinerary Tour Prices Price Includes Day1 Arrival in Beijing，Visit Hutong Alleys(胡同小巷) According to your flight schedule, your guide and driver will pick you up at the airport today. After greetings, we will drive to the hotel in about one hour. If time permits, we will arrange for you a Hutong tour by rickshaw to explore the old, traditional alleys of Beijing. There are some workshops, bars and restaurants in Hutongs and all these will give you a better understanding of the special Hutong culture. What's more we will also pay a visit to a local family living in one of the old-style folk yards, Rickshaw riding in old Hutongs where you will not only see how a typical local family lives, but also learn about the Chinese folk customs. Day 2 Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden city, Mutianyu Great Wall, Bird’s Nest The first stop of today's Beijing city tour is the Tiananmen Square. Located in the center of Beijing, it has become the symbol of the city, and even China. Walking north through the square, we will come to the Forbidden City. With over 70 palaces and 9000 rooms， it is the world＇s largest and most- complete ancient wooden architectural complex(建筑群). In the afternoon, we will continue to visit the Mutianyu Great Wall, which is one of the most famous and best-preserved Great Wall sections. Upon arrival, you will be certainly attracted by its breathtaking landscape. On the way back, we will pass by the Bird's Nest, also known as the Olympic National Stadium. We will make a brief stop there for you to take some pictures of this magnificent building. Day 3 Visit Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace Today's city tour of Beijing will begin with a visit to the Temple of Heaven where the royal ceremonies to pray for good harvest were held in ancient times. Nowadays, it has developed into a popular park where many local people do exercise, play chess, fly kites dance and have fun. Then, your guide will accompany you to visit the Summer Palace, a large and well-preserved royal garden. You will have a great time to enjoy the wonderful scenery and historical sites inside. At the end of the tour, we will accompany you to the airport according to the flight schedule. Hope you enjoy travelling with us! |
| A．like to do shopping in China |
| B．are interested in Chinese culture |
| C．prefer to visit natural wonders |
| D．like Chinese literature and arts |
| A．a large vehicle that is used to transport goods |
| B．a motor vehicle with room for a few passengers |
| C．a small vehicle for carrying one or two passengers |
| D．a road vehicle with two wheels driven by an engine |
| A．A tour of the inside of the Bird's Nest is arranged on Day 2. |
| B．The locals often hold ceremonies in the Temple of Heaven. |
| C．The Forbidden City is famous for its old-style folk yards |
| D．The arrangement of a Hutong tour depends on the time |
