1 . Have you ever been to Taiwan, the biggest island of China? Do you want to visit there? We’ll show you the best Taiwan Island.
On a four-day tour.
Price: Only ￥5,000
Including: Round-way plane tickets between Beijing and Taiwan.
Bus service around Taiwan. Best tour guide service.
Places
Sun and Moon Lake A beautiful lake. A small island. On one side of the island, the lake looks like the sun, on the other side it looks like the moon. That is why people call the lake Sun and Moon Lake.
Ali Mountain The nearest mountain around Sun and Moon Lake. A nice experience to have a party with Gaoshan people. A wonderful place to see a very beautiful sunrise.
Peng Lake A great place for swimming, fishing, boating and eating delicious fruit and fresh fish.
Gao Xiong A full day to go shopping.
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1. Which is the biggest island of China?| A．Taiwan Island. | B．Hainan Island. | C．Diaoyu Island. | D．Huangyan Island. |
| A．On Sun and Moon Lake. | B．On Ali Mountain. | C．On Peng Lake. | D．In Gao Xiong. |
| A．have more people to join the tour | B．tell you something about Taiwan |
| C．ask people not to trouble them on Sunday | D．describe how beautiful Taiwan is |
| A．visit their office on Saturday | B．phone the number 6459-9561 |
| C．turn to some other travel agencies | D．pay more to cover the same tour |
| A．Taiwan is Part of China | B．Take the Time to Learn in Your Holiday |
| C．The Biggest Island of China | D．Come and Join Us for Your Holiday |
We got to the clean, lovely city of Yangzhou early in the morning. This is our first trip to China. All the different smells attract our attention to the local food. We are going to try something special for dinner tonight. The hotel we are staying in is not expensive but very clean. We plan to stay here for a few days, visit some places in the city, and then travel to the Great Wall in the north.
Sunday, April 27th
We visited the famous Slender West Lake(瘦西湖) which was crowded with visitors from all over the world, and bought a lot of toys for our friends outside the gate of the park. Everything is so colourful, and we have taken hundreds of photos already! Later today we will do the famous foot massage(按摩) and then leave for the Great Wall. We will take the night train north, stay in Beijing for two days, and then catch a bus to the Great Wall.
Wednesday, April 30th
Our trip to the Great Wall was long and boring. We visited a small village in the mountains. People in the village love the quiet life. They are the kindest people I had ever met. They always smile and say “Hello”. Ralph and I can speak only a few words in Chinese, so smiling is the best way to show our kindness.
1. From the passage we can see that the writer had a ____ stay in Yangzhou.| A．four-day | B．five-day | C．six-day | D．seven-day |
| A．taste delicious food | B．visit places of interest |
| C．do foot massage | D．climb mountains |
| A．by train | B．by car | C．by bus | D．on foot |
| A．The writer left Yangzhou for Beijing by train at night. |
| B．It took them a long time to get to the Great Wall from Beijing. |
| C．People in the village live a quiet but happy life. |
| D．The writer was travelling alone but happily. |
| A．My First Visit to Yangzhou | B．My Travelling in China |
| C．Delicious Food and Beautiful Places | D．A Trip to the Great Wall |
3 . The Huaqing Palace Heritage Site
Star Pool
It was built in 644 A.D. for Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty (618-907). It is said that at first there was no cover for the pool so that he could enjoy the shining stars of the night while taking a bath.
Tang Well
It has a long history of over 1,300 years and measures 1.9 meters long, 1.26 meters wide and 8.3meters deep. It was used just by Yang Yuhuan for drinking water.
Huaqing Hot Springs
They were named “The Fi Hot Springs in the World” in the Tang Dynasty by Emperor Xuanzong.
The water temperature stays at 43℃ all year round. It was first used as an imperial pool during the Zhou Dynasty (1036B.C.-256 B.C.).
Imperial Concubine Pool (贵妃池)
It was built in 747A.D. for the famous beauty Yang Yuhuan. It takes the shape of a Chinese crabapple (海棠) flower, and is where Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Yuhuan took baths together every winter.
Address: At the foot of Lishan Mountain in Lintong, 30 kilometers east of Xi’an. Opening hours: From March to November: 7:00-18:00;
From December to February: 7:30-18:30.
Bus routes: 914, 915, U5, and 306.
1. Which of the following has the longest history?| A．Star Pool. | B．Tang Well. |
| C．Huaqing Hot Springs. | D．Imperial Concubine Pool. |
| A．It is half-divided. | B．It is flower-shaped. |
| C．It is for drinking. | D．It has no cover. |
| A．A diary. | B．A guidebook. |
| C．A news report. | D．A story book. |
4 . 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. |
5 . If you’d like to go sight-seeing, the following World Heritage Sites may be your best choices.
Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area
The Jiuzhaigou Valley, which lies in the northern part of Sichuan Province reaches a height of more than 4800 meters, with a series of different forest ecosystem(生态系统). There you can enjoy watching excellent waterfalls. Some 140 kinds of birds also live in the valley, as well as a number of endangered plants and animals, including the giant panda. For more information, please visit https://whc. unesco. org/en/list/637.
Khami Ruins National Monument
The city of Khami, which developed after the capital of Great Zimbabwe had been given up in the mid-16th century, is of great archaeological(考古的)interest. The discovery of objects from Europe and China shows that Khami was a major center for trade over a long period of time. For more information, please visit https://whc. unesco. org/en/list/365
Henderson Island
Henderson Island which lies in the eastern South Pacific, is one of the few atolls(环礁)in the world whose ecology(生态)has not been touched by human beings. It is especially famous for the ten plants and four land birds that can only be seen on the island. For more information, please visit https://whc. unesco. org/e n/list/487.
The Old City of Jerusalem
As a holy city for three different religions in the Middle East, Jerusalem has always been of great religious importance. It was given a World Heritage Status in 1981 and placed on the “List of World Heritage in Danger” the following year. For more information, please visit https://whc. unesco. org/en/list/148.
1. What can we know about The Jiuzhaigou Valley?| A．Most of Chin’s endangered plants can be found here. |
| B．In all about 140 kinds of birds and animals live there. |
| C．It has different forest ecosystem. |
| D．It sits at the foot of a 4, 800-meter-high mountain. |
| A．once played a great role as a trade center |
| B．was once great Zimbabwe’s the largest city |
| C．had a very short history |
| D．was ruined in the mid-16th century |
| A．https://whc. unesco. org/en/list/637 |
| B．https://whc. unesco. org/en/list/365 |
| C．https://whc. unesco. org/en/list/487 |
| D．https://whc. unesco. org/en/list/148 |
6 . Thinking about exploring the world again?
While travel is still just a dream for many, we know that some of you are now eager to pencil in your next adventure. We are now taking bookings for our 2021 and 2022 tours.
Mongolia
Dinosaur Hunting in the Gobi Desert
15 days I 28 August and 11 September 2021
A thrilling and unique adventure to find dinosaur remains in the wilderness of the Gobi Desert with professional paleontologists (古生物学家) from the Mongolian Institute. Fully join in fossil digging across key sites.
Vietnam
Caves, Conservation, Culture
11 days I 4 September 2021
Discover a different side of Vietnam in this wide-ranging tour that covers geology, wonderful landscapes, animal conservation, culture and history. Experience tropical (热带的) jungles, caves, happy villages and amazing achievements of underground engineering.
Japan
Nature, Culture, Science: Tokyo to Kagoshima
12 days I 17 October 2021
Travel the length of Japan in a journey that contains its must-see technology and nature, from the big city of Tokyo with New Scientist’s Rowan Hooper to hot springs, volcanic (火山的) islands and snowy mountains.
Iceland
Land of Fire and Ice
8 days I 30 October and 6 November 2021
Appreciate erupting geysers (间歇泉), glaciers and waterfalls on a trip of volcanic and geological adventure. Joined by geologist Oliver Shorttie, discover the best of Iceland with a chance to see the Aurora Borealis (北极光).
1. How long does the trip to find dinosaur remains last?| A．15 days. | B．12 days. | C．11 days. | D．8 days. |
| A．Dinosaur Hunting in the Gobi Desert. |
| B．Caves, Conservation, Culture. |
| C．Nature, Culture, Science: Tokyo to Kagoshima. |
| D．Land of Fire and Ice. |
| A．They last at least 10 days. |
| B．They are guided by geologists. |
| C．They provide a trip of volcanic adventure. |
| D．They offer a chance to see the Aurora Borealis. |
7 . Rock climbing, one of the fastest growing sports, not only builds physical strength and mental focus, but also leads you to some beautiful places．Here are some climbing spots for climbers．
Acadia National Park, Maine
This popular New England park is one of the few places where you can climb seaside rocks．The granite（花岗岩）is good for climbing．In some areas, you need to start when the sea is at its lowest level．The area has guides, instructors and climbing schools, making it particularly welcoming for beginners．
More information: nps.gov/acad
Red River Gorge, Kentucky
This geological area in Daniel Boone National Forest is prized for its climbing routes and rock scenery．The park, located an hour's drive southeast of Lexington, is well known in the climbing world for both beginner-friendly terrain（地形）and more challenging sections．It's a place where you can find a lot of fellow climbers．
More information: fs.usda.gov/recarea
City of Rocks, Idaho
This national reserve near the Utah border is worth a trip for the scenery alone．Named by gold miners heading to California in 1849, its granite looks like skyscrapers, towering 600 feet above the ground．It's a fascinating area from a geologic and geographic angle．Many visitors come for August's Idaho Mountain Festival, a celebration of climbing with top athletes in attendance．
More information: nps.gov/ciro
Earth Treks Englewood, Colorado
While you can find climbing gyms across the country, this one just south of Denver is worth a special trip．With 53,000 square feet, the massive facility has a special rock climbing area, a group of guides and even extras like childcare and yoga．
More information: earthtreksclimbing.com/englewood
1. What is special about Acadia National Park?| A．It has good climbing routes． | B．It's located in a coastal area． |
| C．It provides a free guided trip． | D．It's intended for beginners． |
| A．Meet many gold miners． | B．Enjoy the view from a tower． |
| C．Go to a festival in August． | D．Get trained in a climbing gym． |
| A．Acadia National Park． | B．Red River Gorge． |
| C．City of Rocks． | D．Earth Treks Englewood． |
8 . Traveling for business or pleasure can easily damage your health. It’s easy to fail into the trap of high caloric meals and little exercise.
●Keep a dictionary on hand
If you are traveling somewhere with a different language, pack a dictionary and keep it close to help you negotiate(商议)the menu and make healthy food choices.
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The more you can research before your trip, the easier it will be to keep a healthy lifestyle while traveling. To stay on track with your food, try to find a nearby grocery store or healthy food store, look up a couple of well rated restaurants that offer some healthy choices, and try to stay somewhere with a fridge or kitchen.
●Walk every day.
Exploring your destination(目的地)on foot is an amazing way to take some exercise while traveling. Walk through the nature to enjoy its beautiful scenery, listen to the sound of nature and take some wonderful pictures.
●Rent a bike.
Cover more ground while burning calories by renting a bike. Many major cities have bike-sharing programs, or you could contact a local bike store to ask about bike rentals.
| A．Avoid junk food and deep fried food. |
| B．Research the food and store some upon arrival. |
| C．Take a bike map of the city, research day trips and get exploring. |
| D．If you are exercising while traveling, make sure to take in extra water. |
| E．Here are some healthy travel tips which will keep you in good health. |
| F．You can’t avoid deep fried food if you don’t know that they’re in there! |
| G．This is also a great way to find hidden attractions that aren’t in the travel guides. |
