1 . Friends always ask why I, a middle-aged woman with no athletic (运动) talent (天赋), travel to perilous places — the jungles (丛林) of Thailand or Borneo, for example, where the water is often unsafe and the food risky; places with infectious diseases, poisonous snakes and the wildest animals.

I never know how to answer. Nine years ago I suffered a stroke (中风). To prevent another stroke, my doctors told me, I’d have to take dangerously high levels of blood thinner (血液稀释剂) for the rest of my life and any travel would be risky (冒险的).

I had to think about what was important to me: family, of course, and friends. But then what? No matter how many times I thought about it, I could not be happy without travel. Then I had to decide how I might manage the risk.

The first real test of my travel courage came nine months after my stroke when I joined my husband, Jack, on a business trip to China. After we’d toured the remains of a Tang dynasty temple on a high mountain, Jack wanted to ride down on a toboggan (长雪橇).

Before the stroke it would’ve seemed like fun. But now? I hesitated. My mental klaxon (高音喇叭) screamed warnings about the consequences of a cut, a fall, and a crash. Then, gaining confidence from who knew where, I lowered myself carefully into the toboggan, which marked my adventure (冒险) travel come back.

In the years since then, I’ve traveled about twenty-five percent of the time. Through it all, my lucks held out — no deadly falls, no car accidents or serious infections. For me, adventure travel is a risk worth taking. Travel broadens my world and keeps me connected to nature. What’s more, saying “yes” to travel keeps me connected to myself.

1. What does the underlined word “perilous” in Paragraph 1 probably mean?

A．Energetic.

B．Dangerous.

C．Romantic

D．Famous.

2. What did the doctors advise the author to do?

A．Do proper exercise.	B．Enjoy the rest of her life.
C．Spend more time with her family	D．Keep away (远离) from traveling

3. Why did the author mention her travel to China?

A．It was her last adventure.	B．She recovered (恢复) her courage (勇气) through it.
C．She liked the beautiful scenery in China.	D．It was the most dangerous experience in her life.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．A business trip to China	B．Stroke, a dangerous disease
C．How I overcame the fear of disease	D．Why I still travel to the wild

2 . Panama City, Panama

For beach vacations that get you out of town and invite you and your family to dive into culture, consider a trip to Panama City. Here, you will enjoy beaches and city exploring. Book your stay at the Westin Playa Bonita, where you can book a room starting at $222 a night. There are various programs, including beach Olympics, star observation and Spanish lessons.

Jupiter, Florida

This place offers you quality time you can spend with your loved ones. Book your stay at Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa, with rates for a family of four starting at $207 a night. Here, you can shoot baskets at the basketball courts, take a dip in the pool or teach your children beach yoga.

San Diego, California

The West Coast is a great spot for cheap beach vacations, so tell your family to pack their bags for a visit to San Diego. A cheap $10 Uber ride from the airport will have you pull up at the Kona Kai Resort & Spa. Here, a family of four can stay in a Deluxe Guest Room starting at $159 per night. Your kids can practice cannonballs at the pool after a visit to the world-famous San Diego Zoo.

Kihei, Hawaii

For west coasters who are growing bored with their background, fly to the islands of Hawaii. Stay at the Aston at the Maui Banyan, with a charge of $179 a night for a family of four. Here, you’ll see some of the best sunsets of your life while your kids play in the Pacific. And if you set about cooking a fancy meal, you’ll enjoy suites that come with a full kitchen.

1. Which of the following charges you least a night?

A．The Westin Playa Bonita.

B．The Kona Kai Resort & Spa.

C．Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa.

D．The Aston at the Maui Banyan.

2. What can you do at the Aston at the Maui Banyan?

A．Observe fantastic stars.

B．Visit a world-famous zoo.

C．Admire beautiful sunsets.

D．Play some beach sports.

3. What is the common feature of the four tourist attractions?

A．They are all intended for family trips.

B．They all offer rooms with a full kitchen.

C．They all pick up visitors from the airport.

D．They all provide basketball courts on the beach.

3 . Since the modern Olympics began in 1896, it has been held in more than 40 different cities. That gives Olympic fans quite a few possible travel destinations to choose from!

Beijing, China

Olympic fans should consider visiting the Beijing Olympic Park to check out the special buildings of the so—called “Bird’s Nest” and “Water Cube”—the national stadium and aquatics center built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Popular historic places in Beijing include the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and Tian’anmen Square.

Innsbruck, Austria

Located in the heart of the Alps, Innsbruck is known as a great winter destination—which explains why it has hosted not one but two Winter Olympics. Known for its mountainous views, Innsbruck is the perfect stop for outdoor adventurers.

Mexico City, Mexico

This wonderful travel destination offers a wide number of popular museums, historic buildings, and public parks. People will love shopping for fresh meat and produce at the markets, taking a cooking class, and generally eating their way through Mexico City, which is especially known for its culinary(烹饪的)experiences that include both globally well—known restaurants and locally favored street carts.

Melbourne, Australia

Nearly half a century before Sydney hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics, Melbourne became the first Australian host city in 1956. Head to the “cultural capital of Australia”, located in Victoria on the southeastern coast, for an energetic cafe culture and art scene. Melbourne offers something for every type of traveler and everyone can enjoy an evening at one of the city’s many rooftop bars or a day of wine tasting.

1. Where will you go if you are fond of adventure?

A．Beijing, China.	B．Mexico City, Mexico.
C．Innsbruck, Austria.	D．Melbourne, Australia.

2. What can visitors do in Mexico City?

A．Enjoy wonderful culinary classes.

B．Get profit from making delicious food.

C．Admire beautiful mountainous views.

D．Visit special stadiums for the Olympics.

3. What can we know about Melbourne?

A．It is famous for all kinds of wine.

B．It has many world—famous hotels.

C．It hosted the Summer Olympics twice.

D．It can satisfy different travelers’ needs.

6 . 4 World Heritage (遗产)Sites in China

The Temple of Heaven

Located in the southern part of Beijing, the Temple of Heaven is a magnificent complex (综合建筑群) of fine cultural buildings set in gardens. The sacred   (神圣的) place served as a complex of sacrificial (献祭的) buildings for the Ming and Qing emperors, and is the largest one in Beijing among several royal altars (神坛) to Heaven, Earth, the Sun , the Moon and other symbolic forces of nature. It symbolizes the relationship between earth and heaven --- the human world and God’s world --- which stands at the heart of Chinese cosmogony (宇宙进化论).

Mogao Caves

Located on south-east of the Dunhuang oasis, Gansu province, the Mogao caves, also known as the Thousand-Buddha Caves, are the world’s largest and longest used treasure house of Buddhist art. According to historical records, the carving of the caves started in 366 AD and continued for about 1000 years. The 492 well-preserved cells and cave sanctuaries (内殿)in Mogao, housing about 45000 square meters of murals (壁画)and more than 2000 painted sculptures (雕塑), are well-known for their statues (雕像)and wall paintings.

Fujian tulou

Fujian tulou consists of (is made up of) 46 buildings constructed (built) between the 15^th and 20^th centuries. Several stories high, the earthen houses were built along an inward-looking , circular(圆形的) or square floor plan as housing for up to 800 people each. They were built for defense(防御) purposes around a central open courtyard (庭院)with only one entrance and windows to the outside only above the first floor. Housing a whole clan (家族), the houses functioned as village units and were known as “ a little kingdom for the family”.

The Leshan Giant Buddha

The Leshan Giant Buddha is said to be the biggest Buddha statue in the world. The way in which the cultural features (特色) have been integrated (成为一体)with the natural scenery is considered to be a precious legacy (遗产).The Giant Buddha statue, carved on the mountain, stands 71m high, with its back against Mount Jiuding. There are more than 90 stone carvings and Buddha shrines (神坛)on both sides of the Giant Buddha.

1. Which of the following served as a sacrificial place in the past ?

A．Fujian tulou.	B．Mogao.
C．The Temple of Heaven.	D．The Leshan Giant Buddha.

2. What feature of Fujian tulou shows its defensive function ?

A．They are several stories high.

B．They can hold hundreds of people.

C．They have windows on the first floor.

D．They have only one access to the outside.

3. What do Mogao Caves and The Leshan Giant Buddha have in common ?

A．They were both royal places.	B．They were both found in caves.
C．They are both religious resorts (名胜).	D．They both have historic murals.

7 . Shakespeare once wrote that all the world is a stage, but these days it’s more like a movie set. Get to know some films to find fantastic film locations(地点）you should check out on your travels.

The Sound o f Music

Austria’s hills are certainly alive with the sound of music and tourists. Mozart may have been born in Salzburg, but The Sound of Music really put it on the map and now about 70 percent of people visit it because of the movie. Cross Residenzplatz Square and visit the Palace of Leopoldskron where the children in the film fell into the lake.

Troy

Although the Palace of Troy was filmed on sets built at Shepperton Studios in the UK, most of the 2004 movie was shot in Malta and Baja California, Mexico, Malta with historic sites arid beautiful blue waters was a good choice to replace Greece. Troy was shot at a host of locations, including Golden Bay, Hal Far as well as Fort Ricasoli (where the city of Troy was constructed). The Trojan horse from the film is now lying on the waterfront in Canakkale, Turkey.

Bridget Jones's Diary

Bridget Jones is brought to life as we watch the work and romance in London. Her special corner flat is above the Globe Tavern by Borough Market, one of the city’s oldest and biggest food markets. According to The Telegraph, it would be highly unlikely that she could afford to buy a place like that today since it has risen in value by more than 240 percent.

Harry Potter

J. K. Rowling started writing the Harry Potter books while she was living in Edinburgh, Scotland, so it’s no surprise that she set most of the story there. The Hogwarts Express travels through the Scottish Highlands and along the 31 meters high Glenfinnan Viaduct. The second highest waterfall in the UK, Steal Falls can be seen during Quidditch matches.

1. What does the author mean by saying “Shakespeare once wrote that all the world is a stage, but these days it’s more like a movie set”？

A．More movies will need more sets.

B．More and more films are being made.

C．All the world has become a huge stage for arts.

D．Many places have become famous because they were used as movie sets.

2. Which of the following films have background in more than one country?

A．The Sound of Music.	B．Troy.
C．Bridget Jones's Diary.	D．Harry Potter,

3. What do the last two films have in common?

A．Both of them are mainly about romance.

B．Both authors lived in the same house.

C．Most of their stories were set in the UK.

D．They cause the prices of houses to rise.

8 . China now has 52 sites included on the UNESCO World Heritage list, some of which may give you some clues on your next travel plan.

Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor

The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor is located in Lin Tong County, near Xi’an city, capital of Shanxi province. A total of 8,000 life-size terracotta warriors, chariots and horses, and hundreds of bronze weapons have been unearthed from it. It is believed that it is a major archaeological find, called the eighth wonder of the world, paralleling Egypt’s pyramids.

Kulangsu, a Historic International Settlement

Kulangyu Island, known in the local dialect as Kulangsu, is located on the entry of the Jiulong River, facing the city of Xiamen , influenced by Western culture in the 19th century, especially music. With such a harmonious blend of Western music and Eastern culture, Gulangyu is naturally referred to as the “island of music”.

Qinghai Hoh Xil

Hoh Xil, located in the north-eastern end of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau is China’s largest and the world’s third largest uninhabited area. Hoh Xil, with high altitude and fierce weather, no people to live there, is a paradise for wildlife and home to more than 230 species of wild animals including endangered species such as the Tibetan antelope.

Huangshan Mountain

Huangshan, known as “the loveliest mountain of China”, lies in the south of Anhui province in eastern China. The scenic area covers 154 sq km, famous for its peaks, rocks, pines, clouds and springs, with a rich cultural heritage.

1. Where will you go if you are interested in history during your stay in Xi’an?

A．Qinghai Hoh Xil.

B．Kulangsu.

C．Mausoleum.

D．Huangshan.

2. What is special for Kulangsu compared with the other three World Heritages mentioned in the passage?

A．Its beautiful scenery.

B．Its value in Archeology.

C．Its unique natural living environment for wildlife.

D．Its mixture of Western music and Eastern culture.

3. Where may the passage be taken from ?

A．A science fiction.

B．A history textbook.

C．A travel guidebook.

D．An entertainment magazine.

9 . Not all walks need be a forced march. Here are 4 of Britain's gentlest routes, both urban trails and countryside meanderings（曲径）.

The Grand Union Canal, Birmingham

Start Point:The Bordesley Centre

The original Grand Union Canal runs for 137 miles, taking you through an industrial area to discover the hidden world of canals, with narrow boats, wildlife and fishermen. Along the canal, look out for wildflowers and birdlife, and narrow boats negotiating the locks. The walk can be extended along the canal at either end to make it flexible in length.

Warley Woods, Keswick

Start point:Keswick Youth Hostel

Starting in the centre of Keswick, this walk takes you up through Castlehead Wood, the perfect place for a woodland adventure, and to a wonderful viewpoint over Derwentwater and the surrounding mountains. The route then takes you down to the lakeshore and returns across Crow Park to the market square.

Chester-le-Street, County Durham

Start point:Chester-le-Street Amateur Rowing Club

A lovely riverside walk along the banks of the River Wear, through Riverside Park and past Durham county football club. The circular route follows a curve in the river, meaning you'll have beautiful views along the way. Watch the rowers on the river or stop in the park to feed the swans and ducks. This walk is wheelchair-friendly.

Hathersage Flower Meadows（草地），Derbyshire

Start point:Hathersage Railway Station

There are attractive views to be appreciated throughout this scenic walk and two sites of protected meadow offer a real treat to summertime walkers. Fans of the works of great masters, like Charlotte Bronte, will enjoy spotting several places that are closely associated with the authors.

1. What can you do in Warley Woods?

A．Enjoy mountain scenery.

B．Walk along the canal.

C．Go boating on the lake.

D．Do shopping in the park.

2. What is special about Chester-le-Street?

A．It is attractive to shoppers.

B．It is available to the disabled.

C．It is friendly to foreign tourists.

D．It is popular with football fans.

3. Which place do literature lovers prefer?

A．The Grand Union Canal.

B．Warley Woods.

C．Chester-le-Street.

D．Hathersage Flower Meadows.

10 . Collette and Scott Stohler have what looks like the dream career. They travel around the world for six months a year and are paid to post photos, videos newsletters and blogs on their website and social media channels.

But Collette says, behind the scenes "It's not as glamorous as you see. Just know that we're on the beach only for a moment to take a photo." She says the life of an "influencer" requires countless hard work and thousands are competing for the same marketing dollars.

The number of social media influencers is growing, and the industry is evolving rapidly. But only a tiny minority are able to make a living doing so. Philip Trippenbach, head of influencer at marketing firm Edelman says that while "the best" can command large fees, "Those who are merely pretty good, get nothing" Collette and Scott earn around $ 200,000 per year. But Scott says, "It doesn't just happen. You need to hurry. For every 50 pitches (推销)we'll only hear a couple of yeses."

The couple, previously an engineering manager and an ad producer, had come to the end of a seven — month, round-the-world trip. Towards the end of their journey. they realized that their social media following had been growing, and decided to turn their nomadic (游牧的)lifestyle into a business.

Now, they work together with tourist boards, hotel groups and other brands to plan trips that they record and publish on their website and social media accounts. They began by approaching potential customer and working out deals for writing, photographing and filming their holidays. Other companies simply ask their products to be featured in photos that they might take. While the customers can decide how many posts are in the deal, the couple gets final say on what they write and what photos to publish. The Stohlers say branded posts make up around 25% of their social media feed, and now, while they still pitch for work, the companies also come to them.

Collette says, "The majority of our time is spent shooting. We rarely have time to 'kick back' on work trips, but sometimes we're able to add a day at the end (on our own expense) to explore."

1. What does Collette mean by saying "It's not as glamorous as you see"?

A．The work is glamorous.	B．The work is difficult.
C．The work is disappointing.	D．The work is interesting.

2. What can we learn from paragraph 3?

A．Only a few can succeed.	B．Collette and Scott earn a lot.
C．The majority are doing well.	D．The industry is developing slowly.

3. How did the couple find they can make a living by traveling?

A．They planned to do so.

B．They found it by accident.

C．They learned it from others.

D．They were asked to do so by tourist boards.

4. What is the author's purpose of writing the passage?

A．To tell us how to travel with pay.

B．To introduce the traveling industry.

C．To ask us to follow Collette and Scott Stohler.

D．To introduce Collette and Scott Stohler and their dream career.