1 . With over 70% of the country blanketed in forest, Bhutan is rich in outdoor activities and charming villages that showcase a distinctive culture found nowhere else on the Earth. Here are our picks for the best places to add to your Bhutan traveling list.

Paro

Less than 10 minutes away from the airport, the historic riverside town of Paro is known for the National Museum, Rinpung Dzong and symbolic Tiger’s Nest Monastery. Wander along Paro’s streets and the Paro Weekend Market to explore shops and stands offering handmade souvenirs. When you’ve worked up an appetite, step into any restaurant for fresh, handmade momo dumplings.

Thimphu

In Bhutan’s capital city, spend the day creating your own stamps at the Bhutan Postal Museum, touring the massive Thimphu’s museums and watching policemen manually direct traffic(there are no traffic lights in the entire city). When the sun sets below the mountains, enjoy yourself at bars like Grey Area, a popular art bar with live music where you can shout “tashi delek!”, a Xizang’s expression for good luck and health.

Punakha

Beloved for riverside farms where cows eat among rice and pepper fields, Punakha is home to what is its most beautiful temple, which sits along the Punakha River. Punakha’s low altitude means it tends to be hotter and sunnier than nearby towns and districts, which means you’ll need to take precautions to avoid sunburn.

Khoma

Fashion lovers can expect to visit behind the curtain in Bhutan’s textile center, Khoma. In the eastern district of Lhuentse, this village is home to roughly 1,000 residents—and few cars. Khoma’s artisans spend their days weaving delicate patterns and designs on traditional Bhutanese looms (织布机), creating colors from the area’s minerals and plants.

1. What is recommended for visitors traveling in Thimphu?

A．Acting as a policeman.	B．Enjoying the nightlife.
C．Purchasing ancient stamps.	D．Trying handmade dumplings.

2. What should visitors carry while traveling in Punakha?

A．Food.

B．Life jackets.

C．Sunblock.

D．Warming clothing.

3. Which attraction best suits tourists who are interested in traditional crafts?

A．Paro.

B．Thimphu.

C．Punakha.

D．Khoma.

2 . If you asked anyone what they’d like to do after they ________—and you ________ them the chance to go on a trip to see all 63 national parks-most might consider it ________. While more than just saying it, an ________ lady has done it—all 63 parks in about 8 years, becoming the oldest person ever to do so.

But, Joy Ryan didn’t do it herself. She had her grandson Brad for ________, who described the adventure as “the greatest ________”. Their ________ began in October of 2015 and ended last Monday when they made it all the way out into the South Pacific. In American Samoa, the two people got to enjoy ________ views of the South Pacific.

Grandma Joy has taught the world that it’s never too old to learn and live the ________ life of your dreams. “It is the greatest privilege of my life to ________ in the driver’s seat, as Grandma Joy made ________ to become the oldest person to ________ this historic moment.” Brad said.

Brad said their national park adventure ________, but their travels would not. They plan to take it ________, visiting Kenya as the first stop to touch all seven ________.

1.

A．depress

B．collapse

C．retire

D．qualify

2.

A．offered

B．assisted

C．shifted

D．motivated

3.

A．prior

B．impossible

C．vivid

D．substantial

4.

A．wealthy

B．old

C．gentle

D．optimistic

5.

A．command

B．commitment

C．power

D．company

6.

A．privilege

B．way

C．preference

D．assessment

7.

A．barrier

B．assumption

C．journey

D．vision

8.

A．peak

B．severe

C．breathtaking

D．appropriate

9.

A．ideal

B．rich

C．tough

D．adventurous

10.

A．pour

B．handle

C．sit

D．fix

11.

A．history

B．money

C．life

D．dream

12.

A．tackle

B．secure

C．quit

D．realize

13.

A．has finished

B．has improved

C．has continued

D．has overcome

14.

A．financially

B．seriously

C．visibly

D．internationally

15.

A．passengers

B．continents

C．parks

D．vehicles

3 . New York City: the Big Apple

New York City is known by many nicknames—such as “the City that Never Sleeps” or “Gotham”—but the most popular one is probably “the Big Apple”. How did this nickname come about? Although uses of the phrase are documented in the early 1900s, the term first became popular in the 1920s when John J. Fitz Gerald, a sports writer, started a column about horse racing called “Around the Big Apple”.

Geneva: the Peace Capital

Geneva, the second most populous city in Switzerland, is a city known for its diplomacy. Geneva is not only home to the European headquarters for the United Nations but also where international organizations, such as the Red Cross, were founded and where the Geneva Conventions, a series of treaties (条约) for reducing the effects of war on soldiers and civilians, were signed. It seems fitting. then, that Geneva is known as ”the Peace Capital”.

Toronto: Muddy York

“Muddy York” sounds like a nickname that would be better suited for New York when it’s raining. But it’s actually a nickname for the city of Toronto in Canada. “Muddy York” is now not as popular as it used to be, but the nickname refers to a time in Toronto’s history when there was no drainage system or sewers. The “York” part actually goes back to when Toronto was first colonized, and its name was “Town of York” to honor Prince Frederick, duke of York. Now, the nickname “Muddy York” represents the early years of this Canadian city.

Sydney: Harbour City

Located on the southeastern coast of Australia, Sydney is a city that takes advantage of its location. Once a major port city, Sydney is sometimes called “Harbour City”, in honor of this prime real estate. People enjoy hitting the beach to go surfing or diving, and one of the most recognizable buildings, the Sydney Opera House, is right on the harbor!

1. Which city got its nickname because of its port location?

A．New York.

B．Geneva.

C．Toronto.

D．Sydney.

2. What can you learn about Geneve?

A．It’s the second most populous city worldwide.

B．It’s famous for some international organizations.

C．It’s home to the headquarters of the United Nations.

D．It’s the cause of conflicts between soldiers and civilians.

3. Why was Toronto once known as “Muddy York”?

A．Because it was reduced to a British colony.

B．Because it had a lot in common with New York.

C．Because it was muddy on a rainy day for lack of sewers.

D．Because it represented the early years of this Canadian city.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did David do on his most recent holiday?

A．He had a boat trip.

B．He climbed a mountain.

C．He took a balloon flight.

2. What are on David’s list?

A．Things he wished to do.

B．Gifts he needed to buy.

C．Dates he had to remember.

3. Where does the woman suggest David go for his next holiday?

A．Mount Fuji.

B．The deep sea.

C．The Amazon.

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. How much is a group ticket to the castle?

A．$3.

B．$4.

C．$6.

2. Who should the students give money to?

A．Mr. Hill.

B．Mrs. Philips.

C．Mr. Gifford.

3. What time should the students get to school tomorrow morning?

A．At 7:15 a.m.

B．At 7:30 a.m.

C．At 7:45 a.m.

4. What should the students take with them?

A．A lunch.

B．A pen.

C．A piece of paper.

6 . Welcome to Child’s Play NY activities. It offers children and teens exciting experiences. There are just 4 of 14 highly unique activities being offered.

Camp Encanto for Ages 4-6

Walk through a magical door and find your own Encanto in this joyous musical camp. Theater games and improvisation (即兴创作) will have us become magic parts of the madrigal house. Encanto music will stress our playing and we will learn the art of dance and vocal (发声的) techniques to bring the songs to life.

Address: Carroll Street, Brooklyn
Scene Study for Wizards Camp for Ages 7-11

This scene study camp gets young performers working together in magical ways using materials and improvisation. Campers will work on some material from Fantastic Beasts, Tangled and Harry Potter. As they do, they learn character development, and how to make strong and specific choices.

Address: Pierrepont Street, Brooklyn
Outer Space Explorers for Ages 3-4

3-2-1 take off with us into deep space. Whether you’re exploring the outer space or landing on the moon like an astronaut, kids will feel like a star in their amazing explorations. We’ll tie in our adventures with space themed kids’ literature.

Address: Columbia Street, Brooklyn
Train Your Dragon for Ages 4-6

Join us on the Isle of Berk for exciting adventures inspired by Cressida Cowell’s How to Train Your Dragon, Norse mythology (北欧神话) and our favorite scenes from the films. Together with your friends, defend Berk from dragon hunters and find bravery you never knew you had.

Address: Carroll Street, Brooklyn
1. How many activities does Child’s Play NY offer?

A．2.

B．4.

C．14.

D．20.

2. Which activity is the best choice for children who are fond of music?

A．Camp Encanto.	B．Scene Study for Wizards Camp.
C．Outer Space Explorers.	D．Train Your Dragon.

3. Where can you go if you want to take part in Outer Space Explorers?

A．Pierrepont Street.

B．Columbia Street.

C．Carroll Street.

D．South Oxford Street.

7 . Unusual Castles Around the World

Whether a fantastic achievement of architecture or just a try to appeal to the public intentionally, the four curious castles below are far from ordinary.

Kelburn Castle, Largs, Scotland

When viewed from some sides, Kelburn Castle looks like a typical Scottish castle. But on the building’s south side, the stone tower and walls are covered in cartoon-style graffiti (涂鸦). The castle’s graffiti is the work of four artists. The graffiti took 1,500 cans of paint to create.

Predjama Castle, Predjama. Slovenia

Predjama Castle was built directly into the mouth of a cave located halfway up a little over 123-meter cliff (悬崖) face. Although the site dates back to at least the 13th century, the current building was reconstructed during the 16th century. The impressive castle holds the Guinness World Records for the largest cave castle in the world.

Swallow’s Nest, Gaspra, Crimea

It’s common for castles to be built near the edge of a cliff, but few look so unsafe as the Swallow’s Nest in Crimea, which extends out over the Black Sea. The foundation of this small castle, which measures 20 meters in length and 10 meters in width, extends beyond the edge of the 40-meter cliff. The current stone building was once a wooden structure.

Trosky Castle, Troskovice, Czech Republic

On the top of two volcanic mouths is Trosky Castle, which dates back to the end of the 14th century. Along with the towers on each peak, the castle is also built on the ridge (山脊) that connects the peaks. After a defensive stronghold during war time, the castle was abandoned. The government took control of the site in 1925 and the remains of its walls are now carefully maintained.

1. What highlights Kelburn Castle?

A．Its history.

B．Its location.

C．Its design.

D．Its function.

2. What do Predjama Castle and Swallow’s Nest have in common?

A．They were once rebuilt.	B．They were abandoned.
C．They are cave castles.	D．They are the same length.

3. Which castle lies on the volcanic rock?

A．Kelburn Castle.	B．Predjama Castle.
C．Swallow’s Nest.	D．Trosky Castle.

10 . From Marrakech to Cape Town, Africa has so much to offer. Here are some top destinations to discover in this fascinating continent.

Kruger National Park

Bursting with a diverse array of wildlife in large numbers, Kruger is considered South Africa’s best park for a reason. In addition to the awesome amount of nature on display, the amenities are also fantastic, with a great array of lodges and camps to suit all kinds of budgets. Kruger is also heaven for birdwatching, so there’s something to excite everyone.

Victoria Falls

Next, we’ve got one of the wonders of the natural world. The colossal Victoria Falls sits on the Zambia and Zimbabwe border. As November marks the start of the rainy season, it’s the perfect time to visit, as the falls will be at their most dramatic! Book onto one of Tripbeat’s Victoria Falls multi-day camping adventures to explore the amazing landscape and animals.

Okavango Delta

The Okavango Delta is another fantastic choice for safari. Instead of jeeps, boats are the best way to get around this watery wilderness, and perfect for getting up close to hippos and crocodiles. Botswana is also a great place to explore African cuisine, with delicious dishes like Vetkoek, a type of burger normally served with curry, thyme, and chilli sauce.

Cape Town

Our last recommendation is one of three capitals. Relax at the Victoria and Alfred waterside area where you can visit the Museum of Contemporary African Art, or join a walking tour to discover more about the area’s history that dates to the17^th century. If you only do one thing, visit Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated for18 years. It offers a sobering insight into the history of the anti-apartheid activists’ life and imprisonment.

1. Visitors who want to plan an economical trip may go to         .

A．Victoria Falls	B．Cape Town
C．Kruger National Park	D．Okavango Delta

2. What is Vetkoek mainly related to?

A．Travel.

B．History.

C．Location.

D．Food.

3. Where can you learn about the life of leader of the anti-apartheid movement?

A．Victoria and Alfred.	B．Robben Island.
C．Botswana.	D．Zambia and Zimbabwe border.