This past summer, my family went on our annual vacation in a cottage on a lake. There were various activities to keep everyone busy: swimming, fishing and building sand castle on the beach. In the evenings, we gathered on the beach, having great fun.
However, by the third day of our vacation, I noticed my sister, Jane, spent most of her time watching videos and looking through online shops indoors. She was so addicted to her cellphone! Over dinner, I told Jane we would hike to the top of the mountain across the lake the following morning. I stared at her, “Put your phone away and enjoy the scenery. It’s really amazing.”
“Well,” Jane shrugged her shoulders and answered unwillingly, “there are some bargains tomorrow in several online shops, so I’ll not be available.”
“Come out to enjoy the fresh air and many views. Hiking is fun!”
“Sounds more like punishment than a vacation,” she didn’t look up from her soup and mumbled (嘟囔), “I can’t walk that far.”
When I said it only took half an hour of steady walking to climb to the top, she nodded, “OK, I’ll go.”
The next morning was perfect for a hike, with sunny clear skies and gentle winds. I got up early and packed some sandwiches and bottles of water into my backpack along with the camera. Jane came slowly downstairs, and announced in a very unenthusiastic voice, “I’m ready to go, Jim.”
Anyway, we stepped out of our cottage and quite a different view unfolded before our eyes. Against the blue skies, a rough path wound to the top of the mountain across the lake with wild flowers and grass on both sides. The sunlight brightened on the glassy surface of the lake. We began from the path. “I’m still wondering if this is a good idea, but if you could do it, I could also do.” She complained, frowning.
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She followed me, her mind wandering.
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Reaching the top, Jane widened her eyes, shouting, “How wonderful!”
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2 . Most of London’s national museums are completely free of charge. So without cost to worry about, these are the must see museums for art lovers on their first trip to London.
National Portrait Gallery
PHONE +44 20 7306 0055
Where else but the National Portrait Gallery can you find ail paintings of the Bronte sisters and William Shakespeare alongside black and white photographs of the Spice Girls and a mixed media portrait of J. K. Rowling? Featuring a collection of famous British people from the Tudor period to the present day, the National Portrait Gallery is a must for those who like British culture.
Science Museum
PHONE+44 33 3241 4400
Ideal for left-brainers (左脑思维者), London’s Science Museum celebrates scientific, technological, and mathematical achievements, but that makes it sound so serious. With interactive exhibits, flight simulators (模拟器), an IMAX theater, and even a milkshake (奶昔) bar, a trip to the Science Museum is far from the boring science lesson from back in the day.
Churchill War Rooms
PHONE+44 20 7416 5000
The Imperial War Museum is a collection of five museums and sites. One of the collection’s most fascinating inclusions is the Churchill War Rooms. Walking through the underground labyrinth (迷宫) of war rooms is literally walking in the footsteps of Sir Winston Churchill and his war cabinet during WWII.
Natural History Museum
PHONE+44 20 7942 5000
Once the home to African elephant specimens and surprising casts of a Triceratops (三角恐龙) and Diplodocus, the museum’s main hall now floats the real skeleton of a blue whale high above visitors’ heads. Though no longer in the entry hall, you can still find dinosaurs here, such as the first fossil ever found from a T. Rex (霸王龙).
1. Which number should be dialed if you’re interested in mathematical achievements?| A．44 20 7306 0055. | B．4433 3241 4400. | C．44 20 7416 5000. | D．44 20 7942 5000. |
| A．National Portrait Gallery. | B．Science Museum |
| C．Churchill War Rooms. | D．Natural History Museum |
| A．View the arts of the Tudor period. | B．Enjoy a film in an IMAX theater. |
| C．Learn about the war history of Britain. | D．Watch African elephant specimens. |
3 . Mother Nature is a cruel mistress. Why? Read on to find the answer.
Venice
This iconic city is sinking rapidly. The canals that make up the streets of Venice rise 2mm every year, making relics of history go under the surface of water and destroying architecture. Experts warn that without intervention (干预) , this city will disappear back into the water at an even faster rate, consumed by rising sea level from melting polar ice caps.
Machu Picchu
These iconic ruins have drawn adventurous tourists into the mountains of South America. The forces of natural erosion (侵蚀) have been accelerated by tourism and this landmark faces severe influence from increasing foot traffic. The Peruviar government recently suggested a cable car that would cut out the intense hike up to the ruins, making the site instantly accessible to millions, but the future of Machu Picchu remains uncertain.
Glacier National Park
Perhaps you’ve heard that the ice caps are melting. But nowhere is more apparent in the United States than in Glacier National Park. Estimates indicate that the glaciers that are part of the beauty of this national landmark will disappear entirely in the next two decades.
The Great Barrier Reef
Hidden from view beneath the waves, the Great Barrier Reef has been rapidly dying off. Nearly fifty percent of coral which once occupied a large area is gone, destroyed by pollution and disease.
1. What can we learn about Machu Picchu?| A．It’s famous for cable cars. | B．It will soon turn away all visitors. |
| C．It bears a heavy burden of tourism. | D．It’s well preserved by the locals. |
| A．The Great Barrier Reef. | B．Machu Picchu. |
| C．Glacier National Park. | D．Venice. |
| A．They all have a long history. | B．They’re all threatened by climate. |
| C．They’re all in danger of disappearing. | D．They’re all well-known for natural scenery. |
1. What does the man have to do now?
| A．Plan a trip. | B．Look for a job. | C．Make a decision. |
| A．Dangerous. | B．Exciting. | C．Expensive. |
| A．Going abroad. | B．Staying at home. | C．Opening a bookstore. |
5 . The London Travelcard is a paper ticket that is valid on all London public transport.
Online exclusive: you can not buy a paper 7 Day Travelcard from Underground stations in London — it can only be bought in advance.
Unlimited travel: the Travelcard gives you unlimited travel on London’s public transport network.
No queuing: while other visitors wait in line at the train station with their heavy bags, you’ll be ready to travel as soon as you arrive in London.
Low prices: a Travelcard is of great value, and you get a discount on the Tames Riverboats and Emirates Air Line cable car.
Should I buy an Anytime Travelcard or an Off Peak Travelcard?
It depends on what time of the day you will be travelling:
Anytime Travelcards can be used at any time; Off Peak Travelcards are cheaper, but cannot be used on Monday to Friday before 9:30 am.
Which zones do I need a Travelcard for?
The center of London, including most major attractions, is in Zones 1–2. Most suburban (郊区的) areas of London, including Wembley Stadium and Wimbledon Tennis Club, are within Zones 1-4. Almost the whole of London, including Heathrow and London City Airports, is in Zones 1-6.
To check which zones the areas you want to visit are in, see the full map of the London transport network.
Tickets prices:
| Zones 1–2 | Zones 1–3 | Zones 1–4 | Zones 1–5 | Zones 1–6 | |
| 1 Day Anytime | N/A | N/A | Adult: 12.10 Child: 6.00 | N/A | Adult: 17.20 Child: 8.60 |
| 1 Day Off Peak | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Adult: 12.10 Child: 6.00 |
| 7 Day Anytime | Adult: 32.40 Child: 16.20 | Adult: 38.00 Child: 19.00 | Adult: 46.50 Child: 23.30 | Adult: 55.20 Child: 27.60 | Adult: 59.10 Child: 29.60 |
| Single Journey | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Adult: 6.00 Child: 3.00 |
Adult: (16+) Child :(11-15)—Under 11 travel free, 11+ need their own travel ticket. N/A: Not available
London Travelcards can be used on :
London Underground (the Tube)
Overground and National Rail trains in London
London buses (in any Zone, irrespective of the zones shown on the ticket)
Trams (有轨电车) in South London
Docklands Light Railway (DLR)
You can also get a 33% discount on river boats and a 25% discount in the Emirates Air Line cable car.
1. Which of the following statement is true about the London Travlecard?
| A．you can buy it from Underground stations in London |
| B．it saves you a lot of time waiting in line to get a ticket. |
| C．its price is based on how many times you want to travel. |
| D．With it you can get a discount on all transport in London. |
| A．1 Day Anytime Travlecard for Zones 1–4. |
| B．1 Day Off Peak Travlecard for Zones 1–6. |
| C．Single Journey Travlecard for Zones 1–6. |
| D．7 Day Anytime Travlecard for Zones 1–4. |
| A．32.40 | B．48.60 |
| C．64.80 | D．81.00 |
| A．London buses in Zones 1–6 |
| B．National Rail trains in central London |
| C．the Docklands Light Railway within Zone 4 |
| D．the London Underground to get to the airports. |
