1 . Are you looking for a place where your kids can have fun? If you’re, read on.
Zoos and Wildlife Parks
Kids love wildlife! There are many ways to enjoy wildlife. A visit to the zoo is a good start. Check the event calendar of the zoo and do not miss the animal shows. Animal shows are always interesting. There are also zoos which allow kids to touch animals. Where to go? Sydney: Featherdale Wildlife Park, Koala Park Sanctuary; Brisbane:Alma Park Zoo, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary;Perth: Caversham Wildlife Park, Penguin Island.
Aquariums
Plan a trip to the aquarium. Kids can watch aquarists feed and train sea animals there.Why not encourage your kids to be aquarium keepers for a day? Where to go? Sydney:Oceanworld Manly,Sydney Aquarium;Melbourne :Melboume Aquarium; Perth: the Aquarium of Western Australia.
Wildlife Cruise (游览）
Another way of getting to know wildlife is to take a wildlife cruise.Watch animals such as whales, dolphins, penguins as well as other sea birds. Make sure that your children are supervised at all times for their own safety. Remember to clothe your kids with warm clothing and bring a hat. Where to go? Perth : Rockingham Dolphins;Carins:Great Barrier Reef;Tasmania: Peppermint Bay Cruise; Hervey Bay:Whale Watching.
Museums
Children love going to museums. They offer many activities for them to learn and have fun. Different museums have different themes (主题). Learn about the programs of the museums before you go to one. Where to go? Sydney: Sydney Children's Museum; Adelaide: Charles Sturt Museum; Brisbane: Museum of Brisbane; Perth: the Perth Mint.
1. Where can you go if you love watching sea animals?| A．Sydney Aquarium. | B．Koala Park Sanctuary. |
| C．Caversham Wildlife Park. | D．Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. |
| A．Wear warm clothes. | B．Keep an eye on their kids. |
| C．Feed and train sea animals. | D．Communicate with aquarium keepers. |
| A．Kids who want a trip outdoors. | B．Kids who like different activities. |
| C．Kids who love watching wildlife. | D．Kids who love visiting museums. |
2 . I had an opportunity to teach at a five-star hotel in Nevis, a small island in the Caribbean Sea. After that, my friend Clayton and I flew into Panama City for a surfing outing at a surfing camp in the bay of Chiriqui, whose tourism is booming. To get there, we had to take my tennis bags on and off several buses and boats. After eight hours of travel we finally arrived. The camp was perfect, and the accommodations were not bad. We had an unbelievable week there!
On our return trip, when we got to the bus station, we learned that our bus had been delayed for 2. 5 hours. The sun was beating down on us.
As we walked over to the shaded area, a couple of kids started throwing rocks at me. I opened a can of tennis balls. They stopped and took an interest in the balls. I had a special racket (球拍) with me. I had the strings cut out and replaced them with a net, which is prefect for hotel teaching. I got them to throw the balls into the net. They seemed to enjoy that. Then an older boy got interested, to whom I gave another racket to hit the ball into the net of the catching racket. I showed him how to position and hold the racket. Soon, their bus arrived, and they were on their way.
But families from across the street came over and wanted their 10-minute tennis lesson，too. The other passengers waiting for the bus each got a lesson. Eventually, restaurant workers next door and the bus terminal clerk invited me to give them a lesson, too. They learnt well and were having a great time. And so was I. In what seemed like no time, our bus arrived. Satisfied with what I did, I changed my shirt, and made it back to Panama City.
1. Which can describe the bay of Chiriqui?| A．It develops depending on tourism. |
| B．It is famous for its tennis camps. |
| C．It offers cheap accommodations. |
| D．It is far away from Panama City. |
| A．To attract children. | B．To catch the rocks. |
| C．To help him to teach. | D．To hit the balls back. |
| A．Waiting for the bus. | B．Learning to play tennis. |
| C．Fighting for the shaded area. | D．Playing games with each other. |
| A．Embarrassed. | B．Confident. | C．Amazed. | D．Proud. |
3 . 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. |
4 . A walking tour in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
Rocky Mountain National Park covers about 41square miles with dozens of mountain peaks. More than 250 species of birds will delight your senses and more than 900 types of wildflowers will keep you marveling(感到惊奇) at their beauty.
Your Colorado walking tour officially begins. To ensure that you arrive on time we strongly suggest that you arrive one day before the departure date.
Day 1 The trip begins at 1: 00 p. m. Travel by bus to Rocky Mountain National Park. Check in our accommodations, enjoy a fresh lunch and head into the park for our first hike.
Day 2 During today’s hike we will cover 3.8 miles. We’ll stop to enjoy both “The Pool” and Fern Falls on our way to Fern Lake. You’ll enjoy every minute of today’s hike and then spend a relaxing evening in the town of Estes Park.
Day 3 Glacier Gorge, the main section of the Park, has some of the most beautiful attractions in the Park. Today we’ll push our boots up the trail to Black Lake, about 4.7 miles. With views of Longs Peak, we’ll hike past a major waterfall and several smaller lakes before arriving at Black Lake.
Day 4 Today we’ll head to Wild Basin, southeast of the main park area, for a hike to Ouzel Lake. Wild Basin traverses(穿过) through Aspen forest past rushing streams, to a high mountain lake where we will enjoy a picnic lunch.
Day 5 The Flat Top Mountain area will delight your senses with thick forests and meadows of abundant wildflowers. Our feet will carry us for about 8.8 miles.
Day 6 Catch the Estes Park Shuttle to Denver International Airport or continue on your own to other adventures!
1. Where will people sleep on the second day?| A．By Black Lake. | B．By Fern Lake. |
| C．On Flat Top Mountain. | D．In the town of Estes Park. |
| A．Day 1. | B．Day 2. | C．Day 3. | D．Day 4. |
| A．Lots of flowers. | B．Major waterfall. |
| C．Rushing streams. | D．A lake. |
| A．The people who like hiking. | B．The teachers. |
| C．The gardeners. | D．The managers. |
5 . We believe that the more you get out into the world, the better place it'll be. But getting out into the world shouldn't mean leaving a footprint.
Don't hold back. The best way to know a new place is to talk to the local people. When you're staying with them, tell them about who you are, why you're there, what you want to see and what you love about bringing yourself to new place.
Dive right in. What's the point in travelling outside of your home country if you don't also get out of your comfort zone?
Do your homework.
| A．Stay honest but get open |
| B．Travel when you’re eager to travel. |
| C．Don’t do anything that you might regret. |
| D．There’s no better way than bring a bit of yourself to it. |
| E．Here are several ways to make your mark while you’re travelling. |
| F．Sometimes it’s best to be armed with knowledge about your destination. |
| G．You shouldn’t take many factors into consideration when choosing your destination. |
6 . 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. |
7 . 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. |
8 . 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 |
We have arrived in the hot, wet city of Bangkok. This our first trip to Thailand. All the different smells make us want to try the food. We are going to eat something special for dinner tonight. The hotel we are staying in is cheap, and very clean. We plan to stay here for a few days, visit some places in the city, and then travel to Chiang Mai in the North.
Tuesday, March 27th
Bangkok is wonderful and surprising. The places are interesting. We visited the famous market which was on the water, and saw a lot of fruits and vegetables. Everything is so colorful, and we have taken hundreds of photos already! Later today we will leave for Chiang Mai. We will take the train north, stay in Chiang Mai for two days, and then catch a bus to Chiang Rai.
Friday, March 30th
Our trip to Chiang Rai was long and boring. We visited a small village in the mountains. The village people here love the quiet life ---no computers or phones. They are the kindest people I have ever met. They always smile and say " hello “. Kathy and I can only speak a few words of Thai, so smiling is the best way to show our kindness. I feel good here and hope to be able to come back next year.
1. Which of the following is TRUE?| A．Chiang Mai is a beautiful city in the south of Thailand. |
| B．The writer left Chiang Mai for Chiang Rai by bus. |
| C．The writer is traveling alone in Thailand. |
| D．The writer will take a bus to Chiang Mai. |
| A．are friendly to others |
| B．like speaking English |
| C．hope to live in the cities |
| D．live a very busy life |
| A．My First Travel | B．The Outside World |
| C．Traveling in Thailand | D．My Trip to Chiang Mai |
10 . 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 |
