1 . Come on a magical hot air balloon flight over Melbourne--one of the few cities in the world that you can fly above in a hot air balloon! Admire Melbournes city skyline at early dawn as your balloon flies for about one hour and then have your nice breakfast.

Highlights：

• Enjoy amazing views

• Romantic experience, perfect for couples

• Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

The route

You will be transported to the launch site for your Melbourne balloon flight. Your balloon will fly over Melbourne’s parks, gardens and the Yarra River as the city comes to life. As your ball floats above Melbourne you’ll look down on some of the city’s famous sights including the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Park. After the final landing and packing the hot balloon away, head back to the centrally located Pullman where you can then stay for your delicious breakfast.

Attention：

Balloon flights in Melbourne are weather dependent and your route will be determined by the winds. Your balloon may fly over Melbourne’s CBD. Alternatively, your Melbourne balloon flight may head over the inner suburbs, parks and gardens to discover why Victoria is labeled the Garden State.

1. When does the flight begin?

A．In the morning	B．At noon
C．In the afternoon	D．At night

2. Where will you enjoy your breakfast?

A．Near the Yarra River.	B．In Pullman.
C．In Melbourne Park.	D．In the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

3. What should you consider first if you want to experience the flight?

A．The flight’s price	B．The flight’s service.
C．The weather condition.	D．The landing location.

2 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式（不超过三个单词)。

Seated on cliffs above a river, Hongyadong is a house complex in traditional style in the city of Chongqing. Its bars, restaurants and golden lights     1    （be) a popular draw since it was built in 2006. The main reason, it seemed, was Hongyadong’s sudden     2    （popular) on an App, Douyin,     3    is used for sharing photographs and 15-second videos. By the end of the year, the waiting time     4    （get) in was three hours. For a while, Hongyadong became the     5    （big) attraction in China after the Forbidden City, says     6    well-known travel website.

Instead of having fun, some people now flood to remote strawberry farms or bays to take photos to impress their friends on media. Douyin has 230 million monthly active users and its fans     7    （common) use the App to watch hot-trending videos posted by users they do not know under categories such as “food” and “scenic spots”.     8     (upload) a picture or video from a photogenic(上镜的）place     9     beautiful sites, such as on Douyin and Kuaishou, is known in China as “Da Ka”. The word is also used to refer to the practice of registering     10    （you) presence at a location that has already become hot, such as Hongyadong.

3 . A Time for an adventure?

Are you a bit bored with your nine-to-five routine? Have a look at our exciting range of holidays and decide what type of adventure you'd like.

Activity holidays

Our activity holidays are for everyone, people who love danger or who just like sports. We have a huge variety of water, snow or desert holidays. We'll take you SCUBA diving in the Red Sea or kayaking and white water rafting in Canada. If you prefer snow, you can try skiing or snowboarding in the Alps. For those who like warmer weather, we also have sandboarding-he desert version of skateboarding.

Polar expeditions

Take a cruise to the Antarctic or the Arctic; explore a land of white natural beauty and wonderful wildlife. Our experts will explain everything about the two poles as you watch the penguins in the Antarctic or whales and polar bears in the Arctic.

Cultural journeys

Our cultural journeys will help you discover ancient civilizations: India, Thailand, Egypt and many more. Visit temples, palaces and ancient ruins-just remember to bring your camera! Get to know local ways of life by exploring markets, trying foreign foods and meeting local people.

Trekking tours

We have trekking holidays to famous places such as Machu Picchu or the Everest Base Camp Trek, as well as some nearer to home in the Highlands of Scotland. You don't need to be very sporty, just fairly fit. You'll have a great time enjoying nature with a group of new friends. Some of the holidays include camping, but we'll transport the tents for you!

1. Which tour will you choose if you want to watch animals in nature?

A．Activity holidays.	B．Polar expeditions.
C．Cultural journeys.	D．Trekking tours.

2. What can explorers probably do during the trekking tours?

A．Do some sports.	B．Enjoy sandboarding.
C．Camp on the mountains.	D．Try snowboarding in the Alps.

3. Who are the holiday adventure events mainly aimed at?

A．Senior retirees.	B．Young teenagers.
C．Regular workers.	D．Successful businessmen.

4 . 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.

2. If you are a fan of ski party, where would you go?

A．Singapore.	B．Auckland, New Zealand.
C．Vienna, Austria.	D．Napa, California.

3. What is Napa, California well known for?

A．Quality wines.	B．Museum tours.
C．Private pools.	D．Lounging areas.

5 . Four Bookstores Worth Visiting Around the World

◆ Word on the Water

London, England

This floating bookstore in the Regent's Canal is known as "The London Bookbarge". Formerly mobile, it has now found a permanent home where visitors can browse all year round, warm themselves up by a wood-burning fire in the winter and enjoy the performances of music and poetry on the rooftop stage in the summer.

+44 7976886982, https://www.atlasobscura.com

◆ EL Ateneo Grand Splendid

Buenos Aires, Argentina

This theater-turned-cinema-turned-bookstore is an example of the connection between the performing arts and books. It preserves the traditional ceiling and special curtains of the former theater and books line the walls, including where the audience once sat in box seats.

+54 1148136052, https://www.atlasobscura.com

◆Kay Craddock Antiquarian Bookseller

Melbourne, Australia

This shop sells only antique and second-hand books. Visitors can search for the strange collection of owl figurines (猫头鹰雕像) scattered throughout or they can check out the shelves to find classics，such as a collection by Jane Austen printed in 1833 selling for ＄15, 000.

+61 (0)396548506, https://www.kaycraddock.com

◆ Zhongshuge Bookstore

Hangzhou, China

Each location of this Chinese bookstore chain is architecturally unique, but the location in Hangzhou stands out. Stairs and seats built into round bookshelves combined with mirrored ceilings give the optical illusion (视觉幻象) of countless books. Other optical illusions include a tunnel of books and what appears to be a long roller coaster of books in the children's book room.

+86 057188003279, https://weibo.com/67661899

1. To appreciate poetry shows, you'll dial___________.

A．+54 1148136052	B．+44 7976886982
C．+61 (0)396548506	D．+86 057188003279

2. Which of the following once had different functions?

A．Word on the Water.	B．Zhongshuge Bookstore.
C．EL Ateneo Grand Splendid.	D．Kay Craddock Antiquarian Bookseller.

3. What is the Chinese bookstore mentioned above famous for?

A．Its special designs.	B．Its floating locations.
C．Its performing arts.	D．Its second-hand classics.

6 . 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.

2. How did Brad Ryan feel when he heard his grandma had never seen the ocean or mountains?

A．Shocked.	B．Sad.
C．Doubtful.	D．Excited

3. What influence did Brad Ryan’s grandma have on him?

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.

4. What is Brad Ryan’s purpose of posting their trips online?

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.

7 . If you're looking to fully experience Africa's breathtaking scenery, and have an eye for adventure, then there's only one place to be. Here, inside Africa picks four of the best hikes from across the continent.

1.Kilimanjaro

Make it to the top of Tanzania's 5,895-meter Kilimanjaro, and you'll be standing at Africa's highest point. The mountain is Africa's most-visited hiking destination, attracting tens of thousands of tourists and adventures every year.

You don't have to a technical climber to climb Mount Kilimanjaro; you just need not be pretty physically fit. There are six routes to choose from difficulty, scenery and success. No special equipment

2.Atlas mountains

The High Atlas is an impressive mountainous range in central Morocco that hosts North Africa's highest peak. Mount Toubkal, at 4,165 meters. There's a variety of routes to follow during your climb but inexperienced climbers should note that the hike through the mountain's challenging zones is quite demanding.

3.Mount Kenya

A long-extinct volcano. Mount Kenya is Africa's second-highest peak, at 5,199 meters.

Lying just south of the equator, the mountain's deep valleys and diverse wildlife will guarantee you wonderful scenery and a fantastic hiking experience.

The climb, however, to the mountain's steep ice-capped peaks is quite challenging, making it the most technical, probably, in that East African area.

4.Mount Meru

Mount Meru may forever exist in the shadow of its neighbor, Kilimanjaro, but Tanzania's second-highest mountain (4,565 meters) has its own devotees.

It's less known, but Mount Meru is for the true enthusiast who wants to experience what very few people actually do.

Mount Meru is often used by mountaineers to accustom themselves before trying to conquer Kilimanjaro, or by those wanting a hike with the local Massai.

1. What do we know about Kilimanjaro?

A．It's comparatively easy to climb.

B．It's Africa's second highest mountain.

C．Its six routes are equally difficult.

D．It lies to the east of Tanzania.

2. Why do mountaineers climb Mount Meru first before they do Kilimanjaro?

A．To avoid big crowds of climbers.	B．To hike with the local Massai.
C．To get used to the situation.	D．To experience what most people do.

3. Which is the lowest of the four?

A．Kilimanjaro	B．Atlas mountains
C．Mount Kenya	D．Mount Meru

8 . People who like travelling have their reasons. They believe that travelling can help them expand their field of view, especially in the geographical and historical sense. They also think that touring will give them more chances to enjoy different kinds of food and experience new things that would never be brought by other activities. But those who dislike travelling also have some reasons.

Travelling, in my opinion, does more good than harm. Most importantly, it broadens our mind. We can get in touch with other civilizations(文明), cultures, customs and ideas.

Through history, most people travelled because of necessity (必要性)—not for pleasure. People travelled just in order to remain alive. They searched for food to eat or places to live in. They sometimes ran away from enemies. This is not to say that no one ever travelled just for the fun of it. In ancient times, for example, rich Romans travelled all the way to Greece to take part in the Olympic Games, and festivals. Of course, some people decided to travel just out of curiosity. They wanted to find out what it looked like beyond the horizon (地平线). Also business travel has been going on for centuries. Traders could not only make money but also learn to speak several languages and be introduced to different cultures.

So, travelling does enrich our mind and draw new ideas to us. There is no doubt that we can get much from it.

1. According to the passage, in the past most people travelled          .

A．for fun

B．for knowledge

C．to get experiences

D．to make a living

2. How many reasons for travelling are mentioned in Paragraph 3?

A．Three.

B．Four.

C．Five.

D．Six.

3. In the writer’s opinion, travelling can be          .

A．expensive

B．funny

C．helpful

D．tiring

4. What’s the main idea of this passage?

A．Different kinds of travelling.

B．Travelling enriches our mind.

C．Ways to enjoy yourself while travelling.

D．The advantages and disadvantages of travelling.

9 . Now many young people are travelling around the world on their own, not because they have no one to travel with, but because they prefer to go alone.

Kristina Wegscheider from California first traveled alone when she was at college and believes that it was something everyone should do at least once in their life. “It opens up your mind to new things and pushes you out of your comfort zone.” Wegscheider has visited 46 countries covering all seven continents.

In foreign countries, with no one to help you read a map, look after you if you get ill, or lend you money if your wallet is stolen, it is challenging. This is what drives young people to travel alone. It is seen as character building and a chance to prove that they can make it on their own.

Chris Richardson decided to leave his sales job in Australia to go traveling last year. He set up a website, The Aussie Nomad, to document his adventures. He says he wished he had traveled alone earlier. “The people you meet, the places you visit, or the things you do, everything is up to you and it forces you to grow as a person,” said the 30year-old.

Richardson describes traveling alone like “a shot in the arm”, which “makes you a more confident person that is ready to deal with anything”. He said: “The feeling of having conquered something on my own is a major part of what drives me each day when I'm dealing with a difficult task. I walk around with my head up because I know deep down inside that nothing is impossible if you try.”

The great 19th century explorer John Muir once said: “Only by going alone in silence can one truly get into the heart of the wilderness.”

1. Why is it challenging to travel alone?

A．It will finally build your character.

B．You have to make things on your own.

C．It is hard for you to prove yourself to others.

D．You depend on yourself whatever happens.

2. Which of the following will Kristina Wegscheider agree with?

A．Traveling abroad helps people to find new things.

B．It is more meaningful to travel in foreign countries.

C．It is comfortable to travel around without a friend.

D．Traveling alone is a necessary experience for everyone.

3. What can we infer about Chris Richardson?

A．He started traveling at an early age.

B．He was once shot in the arm.

C．He used to work as a salesman.

D．His website inspires others a lot.

4. What is the best title for other passage?

A．Travel Wide and Far

B．Travel Unaccompanied

C．Travel Light

D．Travel Abroad

10 . This March is a busy month in Shanghai. There’s a lot to do. Here are the highlights.

Live Music—Late Night Jazz

Enjoy real American jazz from Herbie Davis, the famous trumpet player. He’s coming with his new 7-piece band, Herbie’s Heroes. Herbie is known to play well into the early hours, so don’t expect to get much sleep. This is Herbie’s third visit to Shanghai. The first two were sold out, so get your tickets quickly.

PLACE: The Jazz Club       DATES: 15—23 March

PRICE: ￥80,120       TIME: 10:00p. m. till late!

TEL: 6466-8736

Scottish dancing

Take your partners and get ready to dance till you drop. Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn. Instructors will demonstrate the dances. The live band, Gordon Stroppie and the Weefrees, are also excellent.

PLACE: Jack Stein’s       DATES: every Monday

PRICE: ￥60 including one drink       TIME: 7:00—10:00 p. m.

TEL: 6402-1877

Exhibitions—Shanghai Museum

There are 120,000 pieces on show here. You can see the w hole of Chinese history under one roof. It’s always interesting to visit, but doubly (加倍地) so at the moment with the Egyptian Tombs exhibition. There are lots of mummies and more gold than you’ve ever seen before. Let us know if you see a mummy move!

PLACE: Shanghai Museum       PRICE: ￥30 (￥15 for students)

TEL: 6888-6888       DATES: daily

TIME: Monday—Friday 9:00a.m.—5:00p.m. , Weekends 9:00a.m.—9:00p.m.

Dining—Sushi chef in town

Sushi (寿司) is getting really big in Shanghai. In Japan, it’s become an art form. The most famous Sushi “artist” is Yuki Kamura. She’s also one of the few female chefs in Japan. She’ll be at Sushi Scene all of this month.

PLACE: Sushi Scene in the Shanghai Hotel       DATES: all month

PRICE: ￥200       TIME: lunch time

TEL: 6690-3211

For a full listing of events, see our website.

1. Suppose you are going to attend an activity at 8: 00p. m. on Saturday, which one can you choose?

A．Live Music—Late Night Jazz.

B．Exhibitions—Shanghai Museum.

C．Scottish dancing.

D．Dining—Sushi chef in town.

2. Which of the following is true according to the advertisements?

A．Scottish dancing is so interesting and easy that it never tires you out.

B．The performance given by the American jazz band won’t last long.

C．Sushi is not popular in Shanghai as it is a kind of Japanese traditional food.

D．It is more interesting to visit Shanghai Museum for the exhibits from Egypt.

3. From the text we may learn that Kamura is         .

A．an instructor

B．a waitress

C．a cook

D．an artist

4. WHERE can we find the passage?

A．On a website.

B．In a newspaper.

C．In a book.

D．In a magazine.