1 . 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.

2. When can you visit Musée Rodin?

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.

3. How much should a couple with a kid aged 5 pay to enter the museum on Tuesday?

A．€39.

B．€32.

C．€26.

D．€13.

3 . After ten years of teaching at a primary school, and always dreaming about my next travel adventure, I decided to follow my heart and combine it with a career (事业).     1    

I have loved travel for as long as I could remember. My parents started travelling with me at a very young age. Our summer holidays, and a lot of our weekends, were spent travelling in our car. We made not only a lot of local trips but also some long journeys.     2     Therefore, Social Studies was always my favorite subject in school.

I was badly bitten by the travel bug in eleventh grade, when I took my first foreign trip to Paris. It was the first time I had ever been on a plane! And then I fell in love. Not a temporary preference for a new movie or a new dress.     3     The kind of love makes me truly happy.

Was I in love with Paris? Oh yes! But more so.     4     I could not get enough of it. I wanted to see as much as I could, learn as much as I could, and make the most of every minute. Travelling by bus, I even enjoyed simple scenes as they were flying past my window.

    5     I’ve tried independent trips, group tours and package holidays. While there are advantages and disadvantages to each type of travel, I have discovered my travel preferences. I tend to prefer travelling independently to places that have a mix of beautiful scenery and historic heritage. Travelling makes me happy, and I find it to be extremely satisfying on a deeper level.

A．And I became a travel writer.

B．That was why I came to love travel.

C．This was true love that lasts forever.

D．I tried to take one big trip and a few small ones every year.

E．I was actually in love with this entire experience of travelling.

F．I loved seeing new places and learning about the history and culture.

G．Since that first trip, I’ve travelled to many places in many different ways.

4 . Best Things to Do on Maui Maui

Hawaii is a dream destination for visitors, home to wonderful sandy beaches, a choice of activities and a relaxed lifestyle. Whether you are looking for adventures or water sports, there is plenty to choose from.

Awapubi Adventures

Adventure tours suit single travelers, couples, and families, and are run by professional tour guides who will take care of your every need. Tours include trips to West Maui, hiking tours, snorkeling (浮潜) adventures, as well as tours to E Komo and Hana.

Phone: 808-269-6031

Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center

Visitors can enjoy the inspiring surrounding gardens, take self-guided tours of the grounds, and visit the historic sugar mill, professional artist studios, and wonderful exhibitions. The Hui Gallery Shop has a variety of art-based things such as glass, paintings, drawings, and photography.

Phone: 808-572-6560

Hawaiian Paddle Sports

Explore the beauty of the ocean and its marine life (海洋生物) on guided boat tours that are organized by professional guides. These tours are for single travelers, couples, and groups.

Phone: 808-442-6436

Maui Arts Cultural Center

The center hosts a variety of performances that show the finest of Hawaiian and local artists, and it also offers a range of educational and cultural programming, workshops, and free events for creative artists. The center is home to the Schaefer International Gallery, an exhibition space for visual (视觉的) arts that has a number of exhibits throughout the year. The center partners with the government to host free events.

Phone: 808-242-7469

1. What do Awapuhi Adventures and Hawaiian Paddle Sports have in common?

A．They are intended only for families.	B．They provide water adventure activities.
C．They serve delicious seafood.	D．They offer professional guides.

2. Which number can you dial if you want to buy artworks?

A．808-269-6031.	B．808-572-6560.
C．808-442-6436.	D．808-242-7469.

3. What can visitors do at Maui Arts Cultural Center?

A．Watch performances.	B．Enjoy marine life.
C．Visit gardens.	D．Take hiking tours.