1. Which place did the man visit first?
| A．A castle. | B．A museum. | C．A church. |
| A．Old paintings. | B．Old stamps. | C．Old clocks. |
| A．It wasn’t very warm. | B．It was boring. | C．It was dangerous. |
| A．A book. | B．Some postcards. | C．A model church. |
2 . Below is a list of the top and leading Theme Parks in London.
Chessington World of Adventures Resort
It is a theme park and resort that offers a fun and enjoyable experience for both adults and kids. It’s a perfect place to visit to relax over the weekend with the different rides, attractions, zoo and sea life exhibits, shows and entertainment that they have. They house over 1,000 animals in their zoo and around 40 rides that will make your visit highly enjoyable.
Thorpe Park Resort
It is the go-to place for all thrill seekers that are looking for an ultimate experience near London. Famous for their different rides, you will certainly enjoy the unique experience that only they can offer. Seek the best adventure and leisure at this park and spend your day with your family, friends, and loved ones.
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
As one of the best Christmas destinations in London, located in the heart of London, it is opening their doors every November 19 to January 3 to all individuals of varying ages and gender, who want to experience the festivity that Christmas season brings.
ClownTown
It is the largest indoor activity centre created for all kids looking for some fun and adventure. Established in 1994, this centre offers a safe, secure and wonderful surroundings where your kids can play and have a pleasant and amusing time. It can also help host your kids’ birthday party based on their personal likes and interests and can accommodate (容纳) a maximum of 25 children with the package including one and a half hours of play time and 30 minutes meal time.
1. Which park may attract extreme sports lovers?| A．ClownTown. | B．Thorpe Park Resort. |
| C．Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. | D．Chessington World of Adventures Resort. |
| A．It holds various outdoors activities. | B．It is suitable for both adults and kids. |
| C．It provides tailored services for kids. | D．It’s the best place for Christmas celebrations. |
| A．A guidebook. | B．A business plan. | C．A fashion magazine. | D．An academic article. |
3 . 
Located in the northeast of Italy, Venice is well-known for its cultural treasures, romantic atmosphere and unusual living-on-water experience. The city spreads out over 118 islands, which are linked by more than 400 bridges, in the Venetian Lagoon.
Venice’s historical center consists of six regions. San Polo in the middle and San Marco in the south, the busiest main regions, are linked by the Rialto Bridge. The famous stone arch bridge crosses Venice’s main waterway — the Grand Canal. When night falls, many tourists enjoy dinner at the outside tables by the Grand Canal while watching colorfully lit boats going by.
Near the end of the S-shaped Grand Canal lies St. Mark’s Basilica, a must-see. Inside, beautiful mosaics tell stories of Bible figures. Nearby are the Doges Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. These were made famous by Lord Byron, “I stood in Venice on the Bridge of Sighs, a palace and prison on each hand.” Legend has it that if a couple passes under the bridge, their love will last forever.
In the square outside the Basilica, lovers of literature can sit at Caffe Florian, regarded as the oldest coffee house in Europe. Charles Dickens, Henry James as well as Lord Byron enjoyed the wonderful drink here.
Art lovers should buy a museum pass and visit some of the city’s unusual museums. They can view works by Venetian masters like Giovanni, Titian and Tintoretto.
On five small islands in the Venetian Lagoon, Murano has been home to glass-makers since 1291. Tourists can visit factories, studios and the Glass Museum. Glass artists produce everything from simple souvenir pieces to beautiful works of modern art. Only glassworks made using traditional methods on Murano can be called Murano Glass. The nearby island of Burano is famous for lace making and colorful houses. Looking at the colorful houses and kaleidoscopic streets makes people feel as if they were walking in the fairy tale.
The City of Water promises beauty of all kinds, and it definitely lives up to its promise.
1. Why does the author mention Lord Byron’s words?| A．To introduce the famous British poet. |
| B．To explain why the two places are famous. |
| C．To show why St. Mark’s Basilica is a must-see. |
| D．To compare the Doges Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. |
| A．Caffe Florian. | B．The city’s museum. |
| C．St. Mark’s Basilica. | D．The Bridge of Sighs. |
| A．Bridges. | B．Lace making. | C．Glassworks. | D．Colorful houses. |
| A．Venice’s modern art. | B．Venice’s local customs. |
| C．Venice’s natural scenery. | D．Venice’s attractions with its beauty. |
4 . The Friend Trip: Fun Without Conflicts
Anyone who said a friend is a friend forever has clearly never experienced a group trip where you will get into trouble arguing over plans and restaurant bills.
Invite with care
“You cannot travel with everybody. All your friends are not travel friends,” says Irvin on her popular TikTok account. She suggests picking travel partners who share similar interests, and deciding ahead of time what kind of trip you will be taking—relaxation, partying or adventure.
Brainstorm as a group
Exchange the captain’s hat
Use a classic teacher’s trick to keep everyone engaged and share the planning burden: schedule a group leader to take ownership of each day’s activities.
Tracking expenses for a whole group can expose a lot of pain points. “I have seen so many friendships break down because dissatisfaction builds when one person suspects other friends are taking advantage of her financially or not pulling their weight,” says friendship coach Jackson.
| A．Prepare cash in advance |
| B．Automate the money flow |
| C．Travelling with your best friends can be a tough job. |
| D．There are countless situations where the group need to design travel routes. |
| E．Apps can help make complex calculations easy even while the trip is still underway. |
| F．Ask your friends where they want to go and what they want to do using Google Forms. |
| G．This person will be responsible for making that day’s tour plan or keeping everyone on schedule. |
5 . I recently visited California’s most-visited national park—Yosemite. Turns out, there is a lot you can do and see over a couple days. Here’s my suggested route, if you decide to make a quick weekend trip to see Yosemite’s wonders.
Day 1, Saturday
6 a. m. : Hike the Four Mile Trail to Glacier Point. The 9. 6-mile round trip will take six to eight hours with rest stops, so plan accordingly. Leave early to beat the heat and enjoy the sunrise.
Pro tip: Don’t forget to look down-the view of the valley is truly jaw-dropping.
1 p. m. : Hike to Vernal Fall. If you’re looking for lunch, a tasty and efficient spot is Curry Village Pizza Deck. Plus, your next adventure is on the Mist Trail from nearby Happy Isles for a quick 1. 6-mile round-trip visit to Vemal Fall. It’s a nice cool-down hike after your morning workout and offers easy access to year-round falls.
4 p. m. : Learn some history at Yosemite Valley Visitor Center. Every national park visit requires a stop at the visitor center to learn about park’s history and main features. Here, you can check out the Yosemite Village as well, but the real secret is the free bike share program. Download the app and grab a pair of wheels here for your evening exploration.
Day 2, Sunday
6 a. m. : Drive up the picturesque Tioga Road. While your feet are recovering from yesterday’s mileage, take a leisurely drive up Tioga Road. Along the 45 miles to Tenaya Lake, take photos at the many viewpoints, but especially at Olmsted Point, which has a less-visited but very cool perspective on Half Dome. Have breakfast or lunch alongside the blue waters of Yosemite’s largest lake before heading back toward the valley.
3 p. m. : Complete your trip with a visit to Yosemite Climbing Museum in Mariposa. At a last stop, visit the charming historical town of Mariposa to check out the long-overdue Yosemite Climbing Museum opened in 2021. The famous climbing history displayed in the museum gave me a new appreciation for Yosemite, a place I can’t wait to return to.
1. Which of the following does the author suggest visiting in the morning?| A．Vernal Fall. | B．Yosemite Village. | C．Tenaya Lake. | D．Climbing Museum. |
| A．cycling for evening exploration | B．learning about park’s history |
| C．going around the Yosemite Village | D．downloading the free bike share app |
| A．Because it’s a less-visited place but with picturesque scenery. |
| B．Because it’s a place offering a better view of Half Dome. |
| C．Because it’s a rest stop for visitors to have breakfast or lunch. |
| D．Because it’s not such a place that is flooded with visitors taking photos. |
6 . When you are visiting the Florida Panhandle, take a day to visit the four beautiful lighthouses on the “Forgotten Coast”.
St. Marks Lighthouse
Built in 1842, it is located on the east side of the entrance to the St. Marks River. Over the years, oil, kerosene, and electricity have powered the lamp which could be seen up to 15 miles. In 1960, the light was automated. The tower is closed to climbing but the restored Keeper’s Quarters are open the first week of each month, 9 am — 5 pm.
Crooked River Lighthouse
The lighthouse stands on the mainland. It is open, if weather is fine, for climbs Wednesday through Friday 11 am — 4 pm, Saturday 9 am — 4 pm and Sunday 1 pm — 4 pm. The cost for climbing the lighthouse is $5 per person. All climbers must be at least 44 inches tall.
Cape St. George Lighthouse
It stands at the center of St. George Island. The beach erosion (侵蚀) caused its falling down on October 21,2005. Devoted volunteers saved more than 22,000 original bricks from the ruins and with community effort and public and private support, it was successfully rebuilt. The lighthouse is open all year round except December. Climbing fees are $5 for adults; $3 for children under 6 and seniors over 60. The lighthouse and gift shop are open daily 10 am — 5 pm (Sunday: noon — 5 pm; Thursday: closed).
Cape San Bias Lighthouse
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015. Tower climbs are available ($5for adults, $3 for children over 44 inches tall and under age 12). It is open for climbing Wednesday through Saturday 11 am — 5 pm. Call to ask about extended summer or holiday hours and be sure to visit its Sleeping Beauty Gift Shop, where you can bring home paintings of all Florida’s lighthouses by Mary Alice Cullifer. suitable for everyone, from beginners to the best in the world.
1. When can tourists visit the Keeper’s Quarters of St. Marks Lighthouse?| A．At 8 am, Mar 5,2022. | B．At 6 pm, Feb 23,2022. |
| C．At 4 pm, Mar 5,2022. | D．At 12 am, Feb 23,2022. |
| A．It is free for children. | B．It is not open to seniors. |
| C．It is open to visitors all year long. | D．It was rebuilt with common efforts. |
| A．St. Marks Lighthouse. | B．Crooked River Lighthouse. |
| C．Cape St. George Lighthouse. | D．Cape San Bias Lighthouse. |
The new site of the National Natural History Museum was unveiled (揭牌) in Beijing on June 5, 2023. It
8 . Rome has been around for almost three thousand years and yet carries all that weight of history with a light heart. Explore our guides of Rome’s attractions, restaurants, shopping, nightlife and amazing things to do.
Morning
Start your day with a Roman breakfast of cappuccino and cornetto at elegant Bar Rosati, which at this morning hour still has a relaxing atmosphere. Then cross the square to the church of Santa Maria del Popolo, an artistic treasure world in which two strikingly dramatic canvases by Caravaggio stand out.
Afternoon
Brave the crowds and head for the Colosseum/Forum/Palatine complex. Half circus, half sports stadium, Rome’s most famous classical ruin is unmissable--especially now that they have extended the visitor route to the underfloor passageways through which gladiators (角斗士) and wild beasts made their entrances. Walk from the Colosseum through the Forum to the pretty Palatine Hill, where Romulus legendarily founded Rome, and where emperors such as Augustus built their palaces.
Late
Dine in one of Rome’s new breed of creative restaurants. In Trastevere, La Gensola offers a mix of tasty Roman specialities and Sicilian-style seafood dishes in an informal setting. Alternatively, head for Testaccio and grab a pizza at Da Remo or an aperitivo at the Enoteca Palombi, known for its selection of beers from across the globe.
Do you know?
Dress code in churches: shoulders covered and modest dress length for women, while for men vests and really short shorts are frowned on- -though these rules are only strictly enforced in major churches like St. Peter’s.
1. Where can you enjoy canvases by Caravaggio?| A．Bar Rosati. | B．Santa Maria del Popolo. |
| C．The Forum. | D．St. Peter’s. |
| A．It holds more people. | B．The nearby Palatine is in its full beauty. |
| C．It’s Colosseum’s off season. | D．An extended visitor route is in use now. |
| A．Long sleeve shirts. | B．Very short shorts. |
| C．Mini skirts for women. | D．Vests for men. |
9 . Welcome to Musée Rodin
The Musée Rodin, a hidden jewel in Paris, is actually the former residence of famed 19th-century sculptor Auguste Rodin. Here you can enjoy Rodin’s emotive sculptures, including The Walking Man, The Kiss and The Thinker, among many more. In addition to the sculptures, the museum houses 8,000 of the artist’s drawings in its collection — some of those are on display. Visitors will also get to view pieces from Rodin’s personal art collection, including paintings by Van Gogh.
Another big favorite for visitors, as much of a highlight as the art, is the beautiful on-site gardens. To travelers, the gardens create a peaceful atmosphere not found at other top Parisian museums.
Transport
The Musée Rodin is just a short walk from the Varenne stop and Saint-Francois-Xavier stop, both of which lie on Metro Line 13.
Opening times
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm.
Admission charges
Admission to the museum (including the gardens and permanent and temporary exhibits) costs 13 euros (around $14) per adult and is free for kids who are 17 and younger; audio guides cost an extra 6 euros (about $6). The museum is free to visit on the first Sunday of the month from October to March.
1. What makes Musée Rodin different from other top Parisian museums?| A．On-site gardens. | B．Many sculptures. |
| C．Personal art collections. | D．Famous artists’ drawings. |
| A．At 9:00 am on Monday. | B．At 3:00 pm on Thursday. |
| C．At 7:00 pm on Friday. | D．At 8:00 am on Sunday. |
| A．€39. | B．€32. | C．€26. | D．€13. |
10 . Four of the Best Autumn Walks in Britain
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, London
It houses the widest variety of living plants of any botanic garden (植物园) on the planet, including around 14,000 trees. Every autumn, its woodland delivers an extraordinary view of bright red and yellow as leaves of various trees begin to change. Join a guided trees tour and learn how different trees are dealing with the changing seasons.
Brechfa Forest, Abergorlech
Brechfa Forest covers some 16,000 acres in Carmarthenshire, Wales, making it easy for walkers to enjoy themselves in woodlands transformed (改变) by autumn’s finest colours. Follow the Gorlech Walk, which tracks the river Gorlech and passes Californian redwoods that become a mix of red and purple in November. After your walk, drive to Carmarthen, one of the oldest towns in Wales, for lunch.
Batsford Arboretum, Cotswolds
More than 1,300 different trees and bamboos are showcased at Batsford Arboretum, near the picture-perfect town of Moreton-in-Marsh. This private garden covers 60 acres, providing outstanding colours between late October and November. Highlights include its large areas of leaf shades ranging from red to purple. Pre-booking tickets during autumn is recommended to avoid a large number of visitors.
Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire
There are over 3,800 acres of parkland to explore at Clumber Park, a beautiful place featuring Sherwood Forest that shows different and changing colours in autumn. With over 20 miles of trails (小径), there’s plenty of ground to cover, so consider bringing your bike. Keep an eye out for the park’s birds, which is a main attraction for birdwatchers.
1. What can you do at Royal Botanic Gardens?| A．Admire Sherwood Forest. | B．Join a guided trees tour. |
| C．Enjoy Moreton-in-Marsh. | D．Have lunch in an old town. |
| A．Ride a bike with friends. | B．Walk along a 20-mile trail. |
| C．Book a ticket in advance. | D．Set off early in the morning. |
| A．Clumber Park. | B．Brechfa Forest. |
| C．Batsford Arboretum. | D．Royal Botanic Gardens. |
