1 . The Comfort Inn, Ramsgate is a Victorian building located on the coast of the Isle of Thanet, overlooking the English Channel. Previously known as the famous San Glu Hotel, the Comfort Inn, Ramsgate is ranked 3 stars from AA and 3 stars from the London Tourism council.
It has 44 rooms consisting of single, double, twin, family and executive rooms. All rooms offer satellite TV and Internet access.
There is a well-stocked bar, and the restaurant has a menu offering traditional dishes, with a choice of tempting starters, a variety of main courses and desserts, with a pleasant and efficient waitress services. The hotel offers a friendly service with its own car park and unrestricted on-street parking nearby.
Local Points of Interest
The Comfort Inn, Ramsgate is centrally situated in a quiet location overlooking the sea. The hotel is close to the town center and only 1 km from Port Ramsgate.
For inland and overseas flights Gatwick International Airport is only 100 km. The local attractions include Championship Golf Courses, Canterbury Cathedral, and Dover Port. Dartford Tunnel is only 55 miles.
Conference & Banqueting
The Comfort Inn, Ramsgate provides excellent conference and banqueting facilities for 10 to 150 people. Special events include Christmas party nights, Christmas day lunch, Boxing Day Carvery, and our wonderful New Year’s Eve dinner and dance. In addition to the provision of food, wine, bar facilities and function rooms, the Hotel offers the following services:
• Extension of license
• Printing
• Flowers
• Toastmaster
• Bands
• Cabaret
• Cake
• Piano
• Photograph
How to Find the Comfort Inn
From the M25 highway, travelling clockwise (顺时针方向), take the M2 on to A299 and the A253 to Ramsgate, or if travelling anti-clockwise from the M25, take the M26 on to the M20, then the A249 to the M2, A299 and A 253. Once in Ramsgate, head to the harbor, then travel east until you reach the hotel.
1. What’s the purpose of the passage?| A．To recommend the Comfort Inn, Ramsgate to readers. |
| B．To tell readers how to get to the Comfort Inn, Ramsgate. |
| C．To introduce the facilities of the Comfort Inn, Ramsgate. |
| D．To show the convenience of Comfort Inn, Ramsgate. |
| A．is 55 miles to Canterbury Cathedral |
| B．was once the famous San Glu Hotel |
| C．is 1 km from the town center, Port Ramsgate |
| D．was built off the quiet Thanet coast in Victorian times |
| A．M2 and M20 | B．A299 and A249 |
| C．M25 and M26 | D．M25 and M2 |
2 . How to Volunteer Abroad and Actually Help People
Fear of “voluntourism” shouldn’t stop you from doing something great. We’ve all heard it. Those “voluntourists” going to Africa think they’re helping, but they’re actually going for a holiday, wasting money, and strengthening dangerous stereotypes (刻板印象). I am, though, against the idea that we shouldn’t volunteer abroad at all. How would the world be a better place without people devoting their time and resources to help others who need it?
I chose my organization well. As a student, there are so many options for volunteering abroad. I travelled with Cambridge Development Initiative, a student-run project that works on sustainable development projects in Tanzania. There were four branches and I was on the business team. We were trained on the dangers of voluntourism and on best volunteer practices. We learned about the culture and even learned some basic Swahili, the local language, before travelling. When we were in Tanzania, we stayed in the same accommodation alongside our Tanzanian team members, ate the same food, and spent our free time in the same places.
When I told my friend I was travelling to Tanzania to volunteer for the summer, he said, “Oh, you’re going to have one of those summers where you go away for a couple of months and it totally changes your profile (头像) picture.”
I didn’t change my profile picture, but I did help 23 young people start their own companies. They brainstormed ideas, surveyed target communities, improved their designs, came up with business plans, and collected seed capital for their startups. They came up with creative ideas, such as a “mini-grid” (微型电网) providing electricity to an off-grid village and a plastic-waste recycling company.
Before I went to Tanzania, I was “this close” to taking an internship in a company instead because I worried I would be contributing to the negative practice of voluntourism. Here’s how I made sure that didn’t happen, and why I think the benefits of volunteering abroad far outweigh the benefits of taking some questionable moral high reasons back home.
1. What is voluntourism?| A．A study in a developing country. |
| B．A trip to a developing country to help out. |
| C．A cultural exchange in a developing country. |
| D．A traveling to a developing country to help out, but doing more harm. |
| A．By not trusting any organization. |
| B．By learning about the local culture and language. |
| C．By providing electricity to an off-grid village. |
| D．By making trade with the team members. |
| A．The writer came up with ideas to solve off-grid problems. |
| B．The writer helped establish young people’s own start-ups. |
| C．The writer gave up a corporate internship. |
| D．The writer went to Tanzania as a volunteer. |
| A．The writer would have a moral high experience worth showing off. |
| B．The writer was able to change the profile picture after the trip. |
| C．The writer should help the locals as much as possible. |
| D．The writer should volunteer because it would be life-changing. |
3 . Six Best Places for ________ in Paris
| Le Closerie des Lilas This restaurant/cafe/brasserie is a true literary location. On the terrace, F. Scott Fitzgerald apparently first revealed the manuscript for The Great Gatsby to Ernest Hemingway. This spot in Montparnasse was also frequented by Paul Verlaine, Max Jacob and Henry Miller, among others. 171 Boulevard du Montparnasse |
| Les Deux Magots Located in Saint-Germain-des-Pres on the Left Bank, Les Deux Magotx gets a mention in Nabokov's novel Lolita. It was also frequented by such heavyweights as Albert Gamus, James Joyce, Bertolt Brecht and Ernest Hemingway. Even Julia Child liked the food enough to plant herself at one of its famed outdoor tables. Today, tables are occupied by tourists instead of typists, but it's worth paying a few euros for a coffee here. 6 Place Saint-Germain Des Pres |
| Pere Lachaise Cemetery Perhaps the world's most famous resting place, Pere Lachaise is the home of Marcel Proust and Oscar Wilde, among scores of other famous people buried here. Singer and 'poet' Jim Morrison is, of course, famously six feet under in this verdant (郁郁葱葱的), ambient cemetery as well. 8 Boulevard de Menilmontant |
| Polidor Ernest Hemingway, Paul Verlaine, James Joyce, Victor Hugo, Henry Miller, Arthur Rimbaud and Jack Kerouac all enjoyed classic French dishes like steak, beef Bourguignon, steak tartare, escargot, and foie gras at this sixth-arrondissement restaurant. In the 2011 Woody Allen film, Midnight in Paris, the protagonist meets Hemingway and Salvador Dali here. 41 Rue Monsieur Le Prince |
| Bar Hemingway F. Scott Fitzgerald used to put 'em back at this fashionable and expensive bar in the Ritz. Musician Cole Porter would spend hours nursing cocktails at the bar and even composed a tune or two here. And, of course, the bar's namesake. Mr Ernest Hemingway, was a regular and even likened the drinking space to heaven. He also mentions the bar in The Sun Also Rises. 15 Place Vendome |
| Shakespeare & Company Since 1951, this Left Bank bookshop has been a central meeting point for the city's English-language lovers of great literature. It's also attracted many legendary writers as well. Williams Burroughs, Anais Nin, James Baldwin, Henry Miller, Paul Auster, Martin Amis and Zadie Smith, among countless others, have shopped for books or participated in literary events here. 37 Rue de la Bucherie |
1. Your friend Jenny plans to go to Paris for travelling and she is a big fan of the famous movie director Woody Allen. Which place would you recommend that she visit?
| A．171 Boulevard du Montparnasse | B．41 Rue Monsieur Le Prince |
| C．8 Boulevard de Menilmontant | D．37 Rue de la Bucherie |
| A．Pere Lachasise Cemetery | B．Les Deux Magots |
| C．Bar Hemingway | D．Polidor |
| A．Literature Lovers | B．Experienced Tourists |
| C．Cuisine Enthusiasts | D．History Researchers |
4 . Traveling with small children has a lot of challenges. From the near constant complaining about being uncomfortable and thirsty to the never-ending need to see every bathroom along the way. it is a wonder that anyone survives. But. everyone does it because family holidays are fun. They are supposed to be fun right?
Too often what could be great memories are overshadowed by the stress of just keeping the kids from killing each other. I am not going to tell you that I can make a long car or plane trip pleasant or instruct you to happily sing songs in the front seat to spread your joy around. That is all crazy talk. What you can do is try a few things that might make the portion of your holiday you spend confined in a small space with your offspring bearable.
Load your Phone. Before you leave, go the app store and load up your iPhone with kid' games. There are a ton of tree games that will keep your kids busy for hours. Even if you have to spend $ 1.99, it's worth it. As a backup. toss a couple movies on there too. I am telling you, the thrill of even holding a parents' phone is a thrill for kid: having it loaded with activities is even better. By the way, bring headphones unless you like hearing the Sponge-Bob game lyrics for hours.
Make surprise bags for the children. Take little brown bags or whatever is handy and put in a little inexpensive toy or game, stickers, a little coloring book and crayons. Make one for each hour you will be in the car or plane and pass them out accordingly. Hopefully, it will keep them occupied for about twenty minutes of each hour.
The most important of all travel tips is to take it easy on yourself. The more upset you get, the worse your child will behave. They sense stress and it gets them stressed out too. Finally, and this is really important, w hen you arrive at your destination pour yourself a big glass of wine. You earned it.
1. Why is travelling with children a headache to parents?| A．Because children get along badly with their parents. |
| B．Because children are active and restless during travelling. |
| C．Because children make a lot of trouble on purpose. |
| D．Because there are many activities children can't attend. |
| A．with enough preparations. they will definitely enjoy their travelling |
| B．they should lend an ear and share happiness with your children |
| C．they can do something to make the trip as tolerable as possible |
| D．they should stop young children from talking nonsense |
| A．Prepare some little surprises. |
| B．Download Games apps in advance. |
| C．Bring some crayons and colored pencils. |
| D．Try to have them join in your conversation. |
| A．How to travel with children |
| B．How to make your children happy |
| C．How to make your travel unforgettable |
| D．How to drive away boredom during the trip |
5 . Ellis Island is located in New York. Harbor Ellis Island is open daily year round from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours during summer. It is closed on December 25. There is no admission charge to Ellis Island; donations are gratefully accepted.
At Your Fingertips
Park information (212) 363-7620
Emergencies (212) 363-3260
Ferryboat information (212) 269-5755
Lost and found (212)363-7620
Dining, gifts & audio tour (212)344-0996
Transportation
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ferry; Boats leave from Battery Park, Manhattan, and from Liberty State Park, New Jersey. They run about every 30 to 45 minutes beginning at 9:15 a.m. (The time for ferry is changeable)
Hours: May vary; call the number below
Closed: December 25
Ferry fees (includes Liberty and Islands) adults, $7; senior citizens, $6; Children (age 3~17), $3. (Group rates are available for 25 or more adults.)
Ticket & schedule information: (212) 269-5755
1. In summer, visitors will have ____ to visit Ellis Island.| A．less time | B．a longer time |
| C．two hours more | D．wonderful hours |
| A．People can visit Ellis Island free of charge. |
| B．The ferry schedule is the same all the year round. |
| C．Ferry fees for children are cheaper than for adults. |
| D．Ferry fees for group visitors can be reduced. |
| A．visitors prefer to go to Ellis Island by boat | B．there are more visitors in winter |
| C．Ellis Island is open every day all year round | D．Boat is the only transportation to Ellis Island |
6 . Celebrating Czech traditions
Have you ever witnessed the 300-year anniversary of a village? To me, it is so amazing that this village, named Bysicky, which is located in Bohemia in the Czech Republic, has sustained blizzards and wars for all this time, but has still kept its special charm.
Unlike transportation you’d find in Prague such as the metro or tram, the most common way to get around in the countryside is by bike, as it’s a lot more convenient. So on Saturday morning. I departed from home on a bike ride with my host family. After an 8-kilometer journey, we finally arrived at the village.
There was a road that led straight into the center of the village. Many stalls selling pizza, beer and ice cream were by the roadside. You could hear guitar music coming from the other side of the road, where an outdoor stage stood on large area of meadow.
When the performance from the guitarists finished, group of children wearing traditional costumes came on stage. As the crowd applauded loudly, the children were divided into three groups. A group of older kids playing different musical instruments stood on the left side, a group performing typical Czech dances was on the right, and a choir sang beautifully in the center.
Many of those present were relatives of the children, and we were there because my sister was a member of the dancing group. On the edge of the grassland, there were girls riding horses.
The end of the road led to a circled space, where the city hall stood in the middle, surrounded by a circle of colorful cottages. In front of the houses there were also many markets and a radio station reporting on the event.
So this is what a typical village celebration looks like, with markets food and performances from traditional Czech culture, which was quite different from festivals in big cities. Czech people value their history, so there will always be parties to celebrate a place’s existence or an important person from history. There are no high buildings in these villages, but people still like to go there to spend their weekends because of the peaceful environment. I guess that is what life really means.
1. What can we learn from the text about Bysicky?| A．The most convenient transport here is the metro. |
| B．The outdoor stage was set up in front of the city hall. |
| C．The author’s host family lives in the village. |
| D．It has a long history and is usually peaceful. |
| A．came across a famous choir giving a performance | B．heard music played by a group of guitarists |
| C．danced with local kids in traditional costumes | D．rode horses on the grass nearby |
| A．The author dislikes festivals in big cities. |
| B．Czech people take pride in their culture and history. |
| C．Czech people don’t like to live in high buildings. |
| D．Czech people always enjoy their lives to the fullest. |
| A．To describe a typical village celebration in the Czech Republic. |
| B．To give tips on how to tour around Bysicky. |
| C．To inform us of different traditional Czech festivals. |
| D．To explain the long history of Bysicky and its people |
Mount Cook National Park is home of the highest mountains and the longest glaciers. It is alpine(高山) in the purest sense—with skyscraping peaks, glaciers and permanent snow fields, all set under a star-studded sky. Key Highlights Although it includes 23 peaks over 3,000 metres high, this park is very accessible.State Highway 80 leads to Mt Cook Village which is situated beside scenic Lake Pukakiand provides a comfortable base for alpine activities Far from city lights, the stargazing here is magnificent—Aoraki Mount Cook National Park forms the majority of New Zealand’s only International Dark Sky Reserve. Mountaineers regard the area to be the best climbing region, while less skilled adventurers find plenty of satisfaction with the mountain walks that lead to alpine tarns, herb fields and spectacular glacier views. Encounters with cheeky kea (mountain parrots) are part of the fun. Key Activities Mountain walks There are 10 short walks beginning near the village. All tracks are formed and well marked. The Red Tams Track, Kea Point and the Hooker Valley Track each take around two bours return. For more experienced alpine hikers, there are three mountain pass routes-over the Mueller. Copland and Ball passes. Glacier viewing and skiing Helicopters and ski—planes provide access to the park’s fabulous glaciers. The Tasman Glacier is an excellent choice for intermediate skiers, while the Murchison, Darwin and Bonney glaciers promise excitement for advanced skiers. From October until May, you can explore the Tasman Glacier’s terminal lake by boat. Mountaineering Climbing Mount Cook remains the ultimate challenge, but there are many other peaks to tempt experienced climbers. Tasman, MalteBrun, Elie de Beaumont, Sefton and La Perouse are quite popular. Key Tips ●Climbers don’t require permits. but are requested to complete a trip intentions form. ●Local guides are available for climbing. walking and glacier skiing. ●Winter climbing is an extreme sport—only recommended for well-prepared, experienced mountaineers. ●The weather can change very suddenly-be prepared for heavy rainfall, snow and/ or high winds. ●The park has an airport serving domestic commercial flights and scenic flight operators. |
| A．It is alpine in the purest sense and hard to reach. |
| B．It provides star-shining night skies for visitors. |
| C．It attracts less skilled climbers to all alpine activities. |
| D．It guarantees visitors a sight of cheeky kea. |
| A．Mountaineering on Elie de Beaumont |
| B．Mountain walks via Hooker Valley Track |
| C．Skiing on Tasman Glacier |
| D．Climbing Mount Cook |
| A．properly evaluate your own experience and skill |
| B．get your permit prepared before you start to climb |
| C．hire local guides to help you to train for climbing |
| D．avoid exploring glaciers in winter |
CATCH THE BUZZ OF LIFE ON THE RIVER
Souvenirs From the Past
Every weekend, there's a popular flea market. Hunt for treasures of a different kind. Among the collection of goodies, you will find jewelries, antiques and carpets that are centuries old, which defines their significance. All the speciality shops here deal with ancient items, including remains of the past.
Dine by the River
The high-tech centers which tower over the historic riverside buildings bring a modern taste to Clarke Quay. When it comes to food, you are spoilt for a variety of choice. Sample local favorites in the cool comfort of the Food Court or enjoy them in the open at a snack stand. You may also experience special spirits at any of the watering holes.
Nightlife Entertainment
Clarke Quay boasts a bustling nightlife. Magic and music fill the air. Trolleys off wheels burst along streets selling sweets of unique shapes and colors. Fortune tellers cast their spell and tell forbidden stories. The atmosphere is boring.
The riverside village plays host to a good number of watering holes, all of which feature nightly live entertainment. Sit back with a drink there and watch the local color while your favorite music washes over you. Or you may hit the dance floor and flash your moves.
A Ride Into the Past and the Future
You may choose to arrive by means of a vessel from the past. The unique River Taxi was previously a boat that transported goods from ship to land these days. It dominates the river, transporting tourists and locals to their various destinations.
How to Get Here:
※From City Hall MRT Station: Take bus service 32/135 along North Bridge Rd
※From Orchard MRT Station: Take bus service 54 along Scotts Rd
1. The gifts visitors can buy from the flea market are mainly .| A．carpets produced in another country | B．animals raised in the market |
| C．secondhand objects of historical value | D．candies of different shapes and colors |
| A．Mental hospitals | B．Night pubs |
| C．CD shops | D．entertainment shows. |
| A．Different kinds of foods are offered in Clarke Quay. |
| B．Fortune telling is a forbidden business in Clarke Quay. |
| C．River taxis ship people instead of goods today. |
| D．The bus service can bring visitors to Clarke Quay from Orchard MRT Station. |
9 . What limits you from hiking more often? Many complain that they don’t have a suitable partner to go with. If not having a suitable hiking partner is keeping you out of the woods, why not take a look at the great hiking clubs across Canada?
● Yukon Outdoors Club
Website: yukonoutdoorsclub.ca
Membership cost: $10 for a single membership; $25 for a family membership.
The club coordinates day hikes, backpacking trips, canoe trips, mountain biking, cross-country skiing trips, snowshoeing trips and various workshops for members to gain new skills and valuable information. The trips are open to everyone and range from easy to moderate to difficult.
● UBC Varsity Outdoor Club
Website: ubc-voc.com
Membership cost: Students $40; non-UBC students $60
Description: The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club is a social group that hikes, mountaineers, kayaks (皮划艇), rock climbs and ice climbs. Travel and outdoor-minded UBC students and non-students are welcome to join. Members lead trips, run skills workshops, host presentations and tune gear. For a refundable deposit, members can borrow equipment from the clubroom’s gear cache (器材存放点). The UBC VOC has also constructed a few backcountry huts in the Coast Mountains.
● Pender Harbor Hiking Group
Website: penderharbourhiking.weebly.com
Membership cost: Free for students; $60 for non-students
Description: Now in its fourth year and boasting about 100 members, the Pender Harbour Hiking Group offers a way for members to meet like-minded individuals and get fit. Hikes are scheduled two months in advance, so get on the mailing list or check the website regularly to find a hike that’s right for you! Show up at the designated meeting point, and get hiking. Hikes are usually one and a half to two hours long every Monday and Wednesday morning, but some full-day hikes are scheduled, depending on member interest.
● Vernon Outdoors Club
Website: vernonoutdoorsclub.org
Membership cost: A single membership is $25, and students pay $10. Children are free when they come with a family member.
Description: Boasting a membership of close to 200 people, the Vernon Outdoors Club is an active group that enjoys hiking and cycling. Since the membership is comprised of outdoor lovers in general, they are encouraged to plan their own trip according to their interests. The group organizes a Tuesday Rambles event each week and also hosts multi-day trips.
1. Which club suits a student on a tight budget most?| A．The Yukon Outdoors Club. |
| B．The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club. |
| C．The Pender Harbor Hiking Group. |
| D．The Vernon Outdoors Club. |
| A．Both organize workshops for their members. |
| B．Both lend hiking equipment to their members. |
| C．Both rate their members based on their hiking skills. |
| D．Both have built backcountry huts for their members. |
| A．They are mostly held on weekends. |
| B．Their schedule can be checked in advance. |
| C．Their schedule can only be seen on the club’s website. |
| D．More full-day hikes are offered than half-day hikes. |
| A．yukonoutdoorsclub.ca |
| B．ubc-voc.com |
| C．penderharbourhiking.weebly.com |
| D．vernonoutdoorsclub.org |
10 . Guide to Hiking on the Appalachian Trail
How do I “Leave No Trace on the Appalachian Trail?”
At about 2,189 miles, the Appalachian Trail is the longest single unit of the National Park System. With the number of people visiting this place increasing each year, the chances are great that any of us may damage the natural environment along the Trail and affect the experience for others. So please do your part by following these hiking and camping practices, and encourage others to learn about and adopt these techniques.
1. Plan ahead and prepare.
Evaluate the risks associated with your outing, identify campsites and destinations in advance, and use maps and guides. Prepare for extreme weather, dangers, and emergencies – especially the cold – to avoid impacts from searches, rescues, and campfires. Learn when areas are most crowded and try to avoid those times.
2. Dispose of waste properly.
Pack out all trash and food waste, including that left behind by others. Don’t bury trash or food, and don’t try to burn packaging materials in campfires. Use the privy (茅房) for human waste only. Do not add trash. If there is no privy, dispose of human waste by burying it in a hole, a hole at least 200 feet (80 steps) from campsites, water sources and shelters, and well away from trails.
3. Leave what you find.
Leave plants, cultural artifacts (文物) and other natural objects where you found them for others to enjoy. Do not damage live trees or plants; green wood burns poorly. Collect only firewood that is dead, down, and no larger than your wrist. Leave dead standing trees and dead limbs on standing trees for the wildlife.
4. Minimize campfire impacts.
Use stoves for cooking – if you need a fire, build one only where it’s legal and in an existing fire ring. Keep fires small. Never leave your campfire unattended, and drown it when you leave. Do not try to burn trash, including plastic, glass, cans, tea bags, food, or anything with food on it. These items do not burn thoroughly. They create harmful fumes, and attract wildlife like skunks and bears.
5.Respect wildlife
Don’t feed or disturb wildlife. Store food properly to avoid attracting bears, varmints, and rodents. If you bring a pet, keep it leashed.
1. Before you hike on the Appalachian Trail, you are advised to _______.| A．Leave your pet dog at home |
| B．bring some food for the wildlife there |
| C．prepare for bad weather and emergencies |
| D．avoid crowded periods and book a hotel in advance |
| A．take care of | B．hide away |
| C．make use of | D．get rid of |
| A．collect firewood that is larger than your wrist |
| B．keep it small and drown it when you go away |
| C．burn or bury your trash before you leave |
| D．use it to drive away wildlife like skunks and bear |
