1 . Do you want to travel the world? Toronto-based travel company G Adventures has picked out the best places to visit in 2019.
Uzbekistan
In 2018, Uzbekistan relaxed its visa entry requirements(签证政策) by introducing a new e-visa for 51 countries, including Canada. Because of the easy visa entry requirements, it attracts more travellers. And G Adventures has seen a 72 percent increase in travellers to Uzbekistan. It’s no wonder that the beautiful buildings, historical importance and friendly people make Uzbekistan one of the best places to visit in 2019.
Taiwan China
Recently called by The New York Times “Asia’s most- food- obsessed (对食物着迷的) place”, Taiwan is heaven for travellers who enjoy food very much. Its culture shows through its busy cities natural landscapes (风景) and mouthwatering night markets。
Jordan
With year-over-year traveller growth of 71 percent for G Adventures, it’s probably safe to say that Jordan is back. Travellers can see Petras amazing tombs and ancient buildings carved (雕刻) into rock walls, and learn about Bedouin culture during an overnight stay in the desert.
Iceland
Winter is coming, and so is the craze for places in the north as the final season of Game of Thrones again shows its filming locations to audience. Iceland is no exception. The beautiful landscapes of this island nation offer perhaps the closest thing one can have to an out-of-body travel experience. From the building of Reykjavik to the black sand beaches of Reynisfjara, the country offers the perfect landscapes to travelers
1. What makes travellers to Uzbekistan increase?| A．Its improved traffic | B．Its new scenic spots |
| C．Its visa entry policy | D．Its living conditions |
| A．Uzbekistan | B．Taiwan China |
| C．Jordan | D．Iceland |
| A．A news report. | B．A travel magazine |
| C．A job guide. | D．A science book |
| April 12 Rainy Today, I arrived at my friend Worawut’s house outside of Bangkok for the holidays. His family was doing a spring-cleaning of their pretty wooden house in preparation for Songkran Festival. They put their hands together to greet me with a traditional gesture called the wai. April 13 Cloudy That smells wonderful! The women were cooking Thai foods for the next day’s ceremonies. We men went to the river and brought lots of sand to the village wat. The wat was a beautiful Buddhist temple where the monks lived. We left the sand in piles near the wat. April 14 Sunny We all dressed up and went to the village wat. The monks waited with their bowls at a long table. Monks are used to a life of sacrifice and discipline, but not today. We filled their bowls with rice and all kinds of palatable foods. Everyone smiled and music played as the monks ate. After that, we attended the bathing ceremony. We poured water over little stone Buddhas. Young people poured some sweet water into the hands of older people to show respect for them. Outside, everyone used sand we had brought to make sand pagodas. April 15 Sunny Today was the last day of the festival, and Worawut told me to get ready for some water throwing. We put lots of buckets of water on the truck and drove into the village. Everyone was throwing buckets of water. Nobody escaped dry! On such a hot day, the water felt really good. I can’t wait to come back next year! |
1. The passage is most probably taken from _______.
| A．a festival poster |
| B．a traveler’s festival journal |
| C．a festival brochure |
| D．a traveler’s festival poem |
| A．in middle April |
| B．when the weather turns cold |
| C．in the beginning of April |
| D．at the end of April |
| A．cook various kinds of foods for older people |
| B．take sand from the river, and then use the sand to make pagodas for older people |
| C．pour smelly water all over older people |
| D．pour the water that smells good into the hands of older people |
| A．the throwing of water made him feel joyful |
| B．the delicious Thai foods left him with a deep impression |
| C．his friend Worawut treated him very well |
| D．dancing with the monks brought him a lot of fun |
3 . Everyone fancies a bargain; if it is free, everyone loves it even more! Those who do not believe in a free lunch can now eat their words because it is possible to get things for free in Singapore without any conditions attached. Let me introduce you to some tips on where and how to gain some free presents, all without even touching your wallet.
Food
Go search for food festivals and fairs. These food sellers usually put out a lot of small samples for all to try. Famous ones include the Singapore Food Festival held annually in the month of July at various locations including the Takashimaya Square and Plaza Singapura.
Haircuts
There are well-known hair salons every month that require hair models for apprentices(学徒) to exercise their skills or for their hair stylists(发型师) to experiment with new styles. Unbelievable as it might sound, most people come out of this experience satisfied and addicted to more of such deals. Free Internet
Most hotels offer free wifi. There are also many cafes in Singapore that offer free wireless surfing. However, order a coffee to avoid unfriendly stares from the staff. Popular spots include the McDonald’s, Starbucks and
Cafe Galilee outlets throughout our island. Free City Tour If you are a traveler in Singapore, the Singapore Tourism Board has arranged for you to enjoy a free two-hour city tour that offers you a choice to enjoy a Sentosa Island tour or a small-boat experience.
Living and traveling in Singapore is expensive, but sometimes all it takes is a closer look at all the little sheltered comers of this island to appreciate the occasional treasures that are given to those who seek.
1. Which of the following best explains the underlined part “all without even touching your wallet”？| A．Free of charge. | B．Free of worry. |
| C．Free of pain. | D．Free of tax. |
| A．Advertising their products. |
| B．Attracting more customers. |
| C．Developing their staff’s skills. |
| D．Building their reputation. |
| A．Health. | B．Economy. |
| C．Education. | D．Travel. |
4 . Sun Tours: Short breaks in New York
DAY 1: TIMES SQUARE AND THE LINCOLN CENTER
Welcome to New York—the Big Apple! Here in New York the wonders of the Big Apple exceed (超出) all expectations—the fantastic skyline, wonderful restaurants, theaters, museums, shops and attractions. On your first day you will visit the famous Lincoln and Rockefeller Centers, and drive down Fifth Avenue. You will drive through Times Square, the “Crossroads of the World”. You will then travel to Central Park, a miracle in the center of Manhattan. Lunch is on your own, but this evening you will have dinner at the famous Jekyll and Hyde club, where the waiters are all dressed as vampires（吸血鬼）, and at some point in the evening Frankenstein （科学怪人）comes to life.
DAY 2: EXPLORING THE CITY
The entire day is yours for sightseeing and shopping. Explore the attractive city of New York with its skyscrapers, bridges, historic landmarks and Broadway theaters.
DAY 3: DOWNTOWN AND SOUTH STREET SEAPORT
Today you will visit Greenwich Village, Wall Street and the World Trade Center. You will visit South Street Seaport, a 19th-century seaport with narrow streets, hundreds of shops, an international food stand and street entertainment. This afternoon you will visit Chinatown, and finally the Empire State Building Observatory, which towers 1,250 feet above New York City. You will use the high-speed elevators to go to the top, unlike King Kong who climbed up the outside of the building. This evening, you will have dinner at the well-known Tavern-on-the-Green restaurant overlooking Central Park.
ARRIVING IN NEW YORK
A Sun Tours representative will meet you at JFK airport and take you to your hotel, which is in the center of the city. When you check in, you will receive further information about this evening’s “Getting-to know-each-other” party at the Manhattan Restaurant.
1. If you want to join in this tour, which of the following will you contact?| A．Sun Tours | B．Hyde Club |
| C．Greenwich Village | D．JFK Airport |
| A．Five | B．Six |
| C．Seven | D．Eight |
| A．You will go to the hotel in the center of the city by yourself. |
| B．When you arrive at the airport, you will be told about the tour plan. |
| C．You have known all about the Manhattan Restaurant before your arrival. |
| D．When you check in, you will know more about the evening party. |
