4 . 阅读短文，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

The train left Beijing Railway Station,     1     (make) its way to Hainan Island. I was 20 years old, but it was the first time that I had traveled so far. I     2     (long) for the adventure before I set out on it. Like many other college students, I wanted to make use of a summer vacation to see life away     3     my home and parents. It was a good beginning, and no matter what happened, I was determined to prove my ability to survive.

5 . 语法填空

    1     (locate) in the northeast of the Tibetan Highland, Qinghai Lake is usually No. 1 on “Most Beautiful Lakes in China” list. It has very different scenery in different seasons. In spring, the surrounding mountains and wetlands take on a fresh green look with     2    (colour) flowers and white snow. In summer and autumn, the lake     3     (decorate) with golden clothing, as thousands of hectares (公顷) of rape flowers spread out from Qinghai Lake’s shores. In winter, snow and ice cover the surface of the lake, and the lake becomes quiet.

6 . 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Peru is a country on the Pacific coast of South America with three main areas. Flying from Cusco into the Amazon rainforest, you will spend three days     1     (hike) and exploring nature. You will be     2     (amaze) by Incas’ dry stone method of building in Machu Picchu. In Lake Titicaca, the Uros homes are made     3     water plants from the lake.

7 . The history alone creates mystery and awe from fans. The official London residence for the Queen and her family has been in existence since 1837. Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ took the throne in 1953. In the summer, the State Rooms in the palace are open to the public for tours. However, much of the Queen’s home is off limits.

It is reported that the palace is 15 times larger than the US President’s residence. The most expensive home in Europe at an estimated 1.5 billion includes 775 rooms.

The Richest YouTube channel recently took viewers on a tour of the ultra-luxurious interior of one of the most famous residences in the world.

The Grand Staircase

The first thing visitors see when walking into the palace is a magnificent, red carpet lined staircase, added by Queen Victoria in 1898. Portraits of the royal family line the walls so visitors can view history as they make their way toward the State Rooms.

The Regency Room

Fans have surely seen this green and gold room with tassel trim sofas, a desk and traditional fireplace. The famous room is often where the Queen’s official photos are taken and the annual Christmas broadcast is filmed.

The 1844 Room

This room is often used to greet special guests and world leaders. With marble columns and gold mirrors, perhaps most notable is the 1820 neoclassical desk against one wall and the blue and gold chairs on either side.

Outside

Of course, a visit to Buckingham Palace wouldn’t be complete without watching the changing of the guard, a tradition beginning in 1911. One more top-secret feature of the palace—the series of tunnels underneath the property. One, reportedly even leads to the House of Parliament.

1. Which of the following statements is true about the Queen’s palace?

A．The Queen’s family hadn’t been living in the palace until 1953.

B．In the summer, the whole palace is open to visitors.

C．There are 1844 rooms in the palace.

D．The palace is thought to be the most expensive residence in Europe.

2. Where would Queen often greet the world leaders?

A．In the Grand Staircase.

B．In the Regency Room.

C．In the 1844 Room.

D．In Queen’s garden.

3. What can we learn from the passage?

A．The Grand Staircase was built by Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ.

B．The Regency Room is regarded as the most notable room in the palace.

C．It’s a pity that visitors are forbidden to watch the changing of the guard.

D．Visitors might be inaccessible to the tunnels beneath the palace.

8 . Escape to the Laid-back Cook Islands at Muri Beach Club Hotel

Relax and recharge in style at the adult-only Muri Beach Club Hotel. Located on the remote island of Rarotonga, the largest of the Cook Islands, Muri Beach Club Hotel stands out from the rest through its modern facilities and well-appointed rooms with a Polynesian style. With only 30 rooms, this hotel promises a close, uninhabited oasis (绿洲) where you re welcomed as part of the family.

This 4-star beachfront hotel is the ultimate base for adventure. Take a glass-bottomed boat to Motus (offshore islands) or try out other activities such as windsurfing or sailing. After a day of exploring, sunbathing and relaxing, return to the comfort and privacy of your modern room, each with its own large balcony boasting scenic views.

If you’re looking for a holiday where you can relax and explore, then a tropical island getaway at Muri Beach Club Hotel is perfect for you.

Inclusions:
●Daily tropical breakfast for 2 people
●Daily cocktails for 2 people
●$50 food & beverage credit
●Wi-Fi up to 1 GB
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1. What do we know about Muri Beach Club Hotel?

A．It has thirty mini rooms.	B．It is near the downtown area.
C．It can be accessible to adults only.	D．It was designed by a modern artist.

2. What does Muri Beach Club Hotel provide for customers?

A．Wi-Fi service.	B．Free local drinks for four people.
C．Various Chinese breakfast.	D．Live music performance.

3. In which section of a newspaper can you find the text?

A．Education.	B．Science.
C．Fashion.	D．Travel.

9 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Once a small county in mountains and little-known to the rest of China, Chongli in Hebei Province, where most of the snow sports     1     (hold) in 2022, is already benefiting from the Olympic Games.     2     (link) to Beijing by a high-speed railway line that began operating in December, 2019, Chongli     3     (become) one of the country's hottest skiing destinations now. The railway has reduced the travel time     4     the capital and mountain resorts from more than 3 hours by car to about 50 minutes by train.

10 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Ed Stafford is the first person     1     (walk) along the Amazon River from the mountains of Peru to the mouth of the river in Brazil. His amazing journey     2     (take) two years and four months. There are many dangerous animals in the rainforest, like snakes and crocodiles, but luckily Ed was only bitten by ants and mosquitoes. On his trip, Ed had to find fruit and nuts or catch fish each morning.     3     often bothered Ed was that sometimes food was hard to find and he got easily tired and hungry.