1 . I am on holiday here in Switzerland with my parents and I am having a fantastic time.
We have been on lots of walks in the mountains but we always go with a guide.
Yesterday we went for a boat trip around the lake but we had to go back to the hotel early.
| A．It’s safe to go out alone. |
| B．You don’t have to go with a guide but it’s safer. |
| C．It started to rain heavily and we couldn’t even see the shore. |
| D．It’s also the first time I’ve ever stayed in a hotel and I really like it. |
| E．It’s the second time I’ve been to Switzerland. |
| F．We’re staying in a hotel near a lake and I can see snowy mountain peaks from my bedroom window. |
| G．The best thing of all is the beautiful scenery. |
2 . You might have heard a lot about ancient towns and ancient cities in China. Here, we list several of the most beautiful ancient villages in China.
Baoshan Stone Village, Yunnan Province
Baoshan Stone Village was built on a huge mushroomshaped rock, and only has about one hundred houses. The houses are laid out in an orderly way, built on the rock, and linked by stone steps. The Naxi people there still lead an original life and grow crops in terraces; you can experience the colorful culture of the Naxi ethnic group there.
Tuvas Village in Kanas, Xinjiang
Kanas Tuvas Village is near the mysterious Lake Kanas. The small village is located in a valley, and only has about 80 houses. These Swissstyle wooden houses are all surrounded by wooden fences. Tuvas is an ancient minority group. They traditionally lived as hunters. You can visit a local family, go herding with the locals and experience the peaceful ancient village life.
Jiaju Tibetan Village, Danba, Sichuan Province
Jiaju Tibetan Village is known as the “Tibetan fairyland”. It stands on a mountain slope, and consists of about 140 houses. These unique houses are all built with crownshaped roofs, red caves, and white walls, which make the houses look like little castles among the forest.
Xijiang Miao Village, Guizhou Province
If you're interested in the Miao Minority, Xijiang Miao Village can be a great destination for deepening your understanding of Miao history and culture. It's the largest Miao village in China, and now has 1,432 households with a population of over 5,000, of which 99.5% are Miao ethnic group. It's also famous for the houses built on stilts of different heights.
1. What can you do in Kanas Tuvas Village?| A．Hike in terraces. | B．See houses of a foreign style. |
| C．Experience the modern village life. | D．Learn about houses built on stilts. |
| A．In Baoshan Stone Village. | B．In Kanas Tuvas Village. |
| C．In Jiaju Tibetan Village. | D．In Xijiang Miao Village. |
| A．They remained secret to the outside world in the past. |
| B．They are the ethnic villages with unique architecture. |
| C．They are still cut off and difficult to access nowadays. |
| D．They were originally built to defend their homeland. |
3 . Small-Group Tour of Angkor Wat from Siem Reap
Watching the sunrise over Angkor Wat and the amazing temples is a truly unforgettable experience that makes for spectacular photos. It is a must visit when you go to Cambodia. On this tour, arrive early to beat the crowds and midday heat, enjoy a guided tour of the ancient ruins, and visit the temples of Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, and Bayon Temple.
Tour of Angkor Wat
Start your tour with an early morning pickup from your Siem Reap hotel and travel to the Angkor Archaeological Park to experience Angkor Wat at sunrise.
After watching the grand sunrise, set out to explore Angkor Wat on a guided walking tour and listen as your guide points out attractive architectural features and details the fascinating history of the Khmer Empire.
Angkor Thom and the Bayon Temple
Angkor Thom is a smaller site than Angkor Wat but no less impressive, especially the Bayon Temple, which is famous for all the great stone towers with their mysterious smiling heads. The artistry is quite unique and truly a wonder of the world. The temples are better preserved and more interesting than those at Angkor-picturing details of people's everyday life, rather than just battle scenes.
Additional Info
Dress Code: Respectful dress which covers your shoulders and knees is required.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
No wheelchair accessible.
Most travelers can participate. Minimum age is 5 years to participate on this tour (younger than 5 years old are not allowed).
1. What's the best time of the day for the tour of Angkor Wat?| A．Early morning. | B．Early afternoon. |
| C．Late afternoon. | D．The evening. |
| A．The fascinating history. |
| B．The unique architectural features. |
| C．The huge stone towers with smiling faces. |
| D．The ruins of the capital of an ancient kingdom. |
| A．It's free for travelers to tour in Cambodia. |
| B．Angkor Wat is not quite friendly to the disabled. |
| C．People have to tour Angkor Wat in small groups. |
| D．Comfortable walking shoes is a must for all travelers. |
4 . When you go to St. Petersburg, the number of attractions can seem large. If you are short of time, or just want to make sure to hit the highlights, these are the top must-see sights in St, Petersburg.
● The Hermitage Museum
The Hermitage Museum is one of the most important sights to see for any visitor to St. Petersburg. There are lots of different paintings by the old masters in the Hermitage. Prepare to come face-to-face with classic Western artists.
● Kizhi Island
Kizhi Island is an open-air museum of wooden architecture from the Karelia Region of Russia. These impressive structures are made entirely without nails - the wood fits together with joints and grooves (沟槽）.
● Peterhof
Peterhof is as beautiful as it is fun. You’ll be charged for admission, but go to Petethof when the fountains are working-during the day in the summer. They are shut off in winter evenings,
● The Church of Our Savior on the Spilt Blood
Love it or hale it, the Church of Our Savior on the Spilt Blood in St. Petersburg is an enthralling must-see sight. The beautiful look may make y our eyes brighten, and the painting inside the church will make you say “Wow!”
● The Bronze Horseman Statue
The so-called Bronze Horseman is a part of Russian culture and a symbol of St, Petersburg. Made famous by Alexander Pushkin, this statue of Peter the Great sitting on his horse can truly show Peter the Great’s influence on the Russian idea of greatness.
1. If you are interested in paintings, you'd better go to ______| A．Peterhof arid Kizhi Island |
| B．the Hernatage Museum and Peterhof |
| C．Kizhi Island and the Church of Our Savior on the Spilt Blood |
| D．the hermitage Museum and the Church of Our Savior on the Spilt Blood |
| A．visitors can visit Peterhof for free |
| B．the buildings of Kizhi Island are made of wood |
| C．the fountains in Peterhof can be seen all year round |
| D．the largest collection of Russian arts is in the Hermitage Museum |
| A．show the wonderful history of Russia |
| B．persuade artists to study St. Petersburg |
| C．recommend the famous buildings in Russia |
| D．introduce the must-see sights in St. Petersburg |
5 . Travelling to China is like travelling to another world. Its many famous beautiful places will make you lose yourself in them. However, it is usually not enough for a traveller only to visit these nice places. If you have time to see the local people, talk with them and even have dinner with a local family, it would be a wonderful experience, to know more about the local people’s life style at home in China.
New Hope Travel Agency will arrange a family visit to Xi’an, an ancient historic city inChina. We especially have chosen typical local families to host this activity in which you can see the true living style of Chinese people. Most of the hosts retired at home, so they are happy to see visitors from different countries to come to their homes.
Not only can we arrange to visit the local family but we can arrange to taste the true home cooked dishes. Our tour guide will ask you for advice about the food you want to eat. Just enjoy the locally cooked dishes. It’ll be quite a different and exciting experience.
Our agency also provides a good opportunity for you to learn to cook Chinese food. We have a general cooking class in the local family. If you’d like to learn to cook one or two Chinese dishes, please go to our Chinese Food Cooking Class to choose your favorite dishes.
Don’t wait. Welcome to China.
1. Where does the writer want the tourist to travel?| A．To the local family. | B．To beautiful places. |
| C．To the mountains. | D．To cooking. schools. |
| A．Yan’an | B．Beijing |
| C．Xi’an | D．Shanghai |
| A．they have retired and have free time | B．they want to learn a foreign language |
| C．they want to make some money | D．they want to travel to another country |
6 . The protected lands of the National Parks are some of the most amazing destinations within the United States to view some spectacular pieces of nature. Many of these parks have fun family-friendly activities, making them great destinations for holidays and summer break.
Olympic National Park, WAOlympic National Park is a great destination for families to explore the wild beauty. At this park, visitors will find beautiful beaches, a rain forest, mountains and more. Children will love the wild coastline, with amazing beaches, and a lot of fascinating sea life. The whole family will love the many hiking trails, the wild beauty of the beaches throughout the park, and the wildlife within the forest and mountains.
Yellowstone National Park, WYYellowstone National Park is the nation's first national park. Visitors can start at one of the Visitor Centers to learn about the abundant wildlife of Yellowstone. Children will love keeping an eye out for elk and bison while driving and hiking through the park.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore, NCLocated on North Carolina's Outer Banks, the Cape Hatteras National Seashore is an amazing destination for recreating, relaxing and much more. The seashore has many beautiful beaches for the whole family to explore and enjoy. Visitors can spend vacation time searching for shells, birding, kayaking, hiking and more. The Outer Banks are also an excellent spot to go windsurfing, especially on Hatteras Island.
Glacier National Park, MTGlacier National Park was the tenth national park created in the nation. The park offers visitors the opportunity to explore the amazing wilderness of Montana, through biking, hiking, camping, backpacking, boating and more. The best time of year to visit is the early summer, the region is snowy in the winter and hot in the summer.
1. What can you do in Olympic National Park?| A．Visit the park by car. | B．Go boating in the park. |
| C．Take a camp trip there. | D．Enjoy attractive sea life. |
| A．Olympic National Park. | B．Yellowstone National Park. |
| C．Cape Hatteras National Seashore. | D．Glacier National Park. |
| A．Both have beautiful beaches. | B．Both offer bird-watching. |
| C．Both are in the same island. | D．Both provide windsurfing. |
7 . Grand City Tour with Griffith Park Observatory＆Hollywood Sign
Los Angeles, Hollywood, homes of the movie stars-it’s all here on this Grand Tour! Your tour guide takes great pride in offering amazing customer service, too. Hotel pickups are available at almost any hotel in Hollywood, Downtown LA, Mid-Wilshire, West Hollywood and North Hollywood.
From: $69 US Dollars
Movie Star Homes GPS Self-Guided Bike Tour
Want the flexibility of taking a “whenever you feel like it” Hollywood tour? Here’s the perfect solution. Explore and experience the best of West Hollywood and Beverly Hills on your own time, at your own pace! Cycle past legendary homes and all the places where the rich and famous live, shop, eat and play. And your tour is guided by GPS with an iPad fixed to the bicycle!
From: $34.95 US Dollars
Amazing Scavenger Quest in Los Angeles
ONLY $44 FOR UP TO 5 PEOPLE! This Amazing Scavenger Quest is an interactive (互动的) adventure that combines the fun of the “Amazing Race” with a three-hour sightseeing tour of historic downtown Los Angeles. Offered at a fixed price for a group as opposed to per person pricing, this city tour/game offers a great value if you’re on a budget.
From: $44 US Dollars
Disneyland Excursion from Los Angeles
See Disneyland in Anaheim, California-roundtrip transportation from any of the designated (指定的) hotels and admission for a day of Disney fun. Pick-up from Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Marina del Rey, Culver City and South Bay area hotels.
From: $179.95 US Dollars
1. If you like to travel at your own pace, you will most probably be interested in _____.| A．Movie Star Homes GPS Self-Guided Bike Tour |
| B．Amazing Scavenger Quest in Los Angeles |
| C．Grand City Tour with Griffith Park Observatory＆Hollywood Sign |
| D．Disneyland Excursion from Los Angeles |
| A．$69.00 US Dollars. | B．$35.20 US Dollars. |
| C．$44.00 US Dollars. | D．$176.00 US Dollars. |
| A．pick-up service at some locations | B．a one-day ticket to Disneyland |
| C．transportation back to some hotels | D．a guided tour around Hollywood |
8 . Travelling can be a fun way to gain life experiences, especially during a week-long school vacation. But what if you’re a student and don't have enough money for a trip? Don't worry.
Here are some useful tips.
Save: This probably is the most important preparation for travelling. Cut expenses to fatten your wallet so you’ll have more choices about where to go and how to get there.
Plan ahead: Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Tickets may cost more when bought on short notice. Giving yourself several months to get ready can mean security(安全)and savings.
Do your homework: No matter where you go, research the places you will visit. Decide what to see. Travel books will provide information on the cheapest hotels and restaurants.
Plan sensibly(明智地): Write down how much you expect to spend for food and hotels. Stick to your plan or you may not have enough money to cover everything.
Travel in groups: Find someone who is interested in visiting the same places. By travelling with others you can share costs and experiences.
Work as you go: Need more money to support your trip? Look for work in the places you visit.
Go off the beaten path: Tourist cities may be expensive. You may want to rethink your trip and go to a lesser-known area. Smaller towns can have many interesting activities and sights.
Pack necessary things: The most important things to take are not always clothes. Remember medicine in case you get sick and snacks in case you can’t find a cheap restaurant.
Use the Internet: The Net can help to save money. Some useful websites include www. Iravelocity. com, www. bargains-lowest fare. com and www. Economy travel. com.
By planning sensibly, even students can enjoy the travel. Your travel experiences will be remembered for a lifetime.
1. This passage is about______| A．how to plan your travel |
| B．how to travel with enough money |
| C．how to make your travel interesting |
| D．how to get life experiences |
| A．to make a plan of the route | B．to get information on the Internet |
| C．to save money by spending less | D．to buy tickets in advance |
| A．you need more shoes than clothes |
| B．you should not look for work all the way |
| C．you can gain valuable experiences |
| D．you should forget to do your homework |
9 . According to the International Ecotourism Society, eco-travel is “responsible travel to natural areas that protects the environment, maintains the well-beings and involves education”. Eco-travel is on the rise, as more and more people become conscious about their carbon footprint.
Expert from Boundless Journeys, Matt Holmes, who works-on travel experiences towards conserving areas said, “As scientists and non-scientists learn more about how we human beings are impacting the planet, I think. more people want to do what they can while still exploring the world. Our guests are definitely interested in that aspect of our journeys. Travelers can farm their own food in Italy, managing their use of water and using solar or wind power. They can also visit n family-run camp that cares for retired logging elephants in Myanmar, know a park entry fee goes to a conservation organization in Costa Rica, employ and train members of the local community or partner with a protection group. There are lots of options for seeking out greener holiday.”
Most people believe that eco-travel is expensive and it is true. Matt explained “Anti-poaching patrols (巡逻) need to be paid, solar energy equipment costs a lot to install, building with environmentally friendly, materials is more expensive and so on. The extra cost is necessary, as you re paying to minimize your footprint and protect the places you visit, which is exactly what eco-travel is about. The financial success and sustainability (可持续性) of an eco- focused operation doesn’t come from thin air.” The industry is trying to make eco-travel affordable and make it accessible to the common people.
1. What is the positive influence of eco-friendly travel?| A．It enables travelers to protect the environment while traveling |
| B．It keeps human beings healthy and happy in a friendly atmosphere. |
| C．It teaches us to be responsible for the development of economy. |
| D．It offers some valuable education about the knowledge of gardening. |
| A．eating delicious food in Italy | B．visiting elephants in the zoo |
| C．working together with a protection group | D．raising park entry fee in Costa Rica |
| A．Why eco-travel is expensive. |
| B．How we can make eco-travel less expensive. |
| C．What material are used in eco-travel. |
| D．Where we can go for eco-travel. |
10 . Planning a trip abroad with your family or friends this summer vacation? Here are a few travel tips about travel abroad do’s and don’ts to keep you safe.
1. If you want to make your trip safe and easy, plan ahead.
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3. Nothing ruins a trip faster than the unexpected crisis.
4. While enjoying the moment in the bar, be cautious and keep an eye on your drink at all times. Besides, being on holidays doesn’t mean you have the right to do what you want.
| A．Expect the unexpected |
| B．Try putting smaller notes in several different pockets |
| C．Don’t leave your hotel alone |
| D．Take the necessities with you |
| E．Take more in any case |
| F．Don’t forget to buy the travel insurance |
| G．Be respectful and don’t do anything illegal |
