1 . Countryside Bike Tour

Cycle away from the urban noise and disappear into the countryside on this guided bike tour, which lasts about 10 hours. This enjoyable ride takes your small group, usually no more than 8 people, along the AmstelRiver, past country villages and green fields. Learn about rural Dutch traditions and history, and finish your tour exploring Amsterdam’s parks including Vondelpark, Amsterdamse Bos and Beatrixpark.

Personalized Day Tour in the Netherlands

Have a better understanding of the Netherlands’ artistic works on this private walk tour, departing (离开) from Amsterdam, led by a professional art historian. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge to create a fully personalized journey. Choose from a large number of museums, gallery, and attractions in this area, such as the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Mäuritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague, or Keukenhof Gardens.

Day Trip to Bruges

Discover the beauty of Bruges on this 10-hour trip, departing from Amsterdam. As you travel by bus, learn about the history of Belgium. Explore the city of Bruges, visiting the Market Square, Town Hall, and other historic sights. Experience and learn about the amazing culture of this city, especially about the Church of Our Lady.

Guided Canoe (独木舟) Adventure

Paddle through Holland’s Waterland area on a canoe from Amsterdam. With an expert guide, travel north to Waterland. Then, board a canoe and paddle around the dreamlike waterways. Enjoy the sound of birdsong and smells of wild plants, and hear about the region’s traditional way of life. Stop for a swim if the weather allows, and visit an island for a picnic of local food. Numbers are limited to 8 for a small-group experience.

1. Which trip is best for an art lover?

A．Countryside Bike Tour.	B．Personalized Day Tour in the Netherlands
C．Day Trip to Bruges.	D．Guided Canoe Adventure.

2. What is the main difference among the four trips?

A．Length of time.	B．Means of transport.
C．Place of departure.	D．Size of group.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A science report.	B．A guide to Bruges.
C．A sports magazine.	D．A travel brochure.

5 . The London Eye

One could spend months walking through the streets of London and still not see the whole city. But thanks to the London Eye, visitors can now have a bird’s-eye view of London’s skyline. And by riding in one of its 32 capsules (乘坐舱), visitors can see up to a distance of 40 kilometers, or even as far as Windsor Castle (on a sunny day, of course).

The London Eye Highlights

Inside the capsules, you can use the touch screen devices to read more information on the different buildings and landmarks you’ll be able to see during your visit. Also included in your ticket is the London Eye 4D Cinema Experience, where visitors can watch a four-minute video to see the London Eye in 4D in its special theatre.

Special Tips
◆Make sure you bring a set of binoculars (双筒望远镜) with you!
◆A ride on the London Eye is not advised for anyone who is extremely afraid of heights.
◆If you plan to travel by coach, you will need to book coach parking and pay in advance before your arrival. The service is free, and the booking allows parking for twenty minutes before and after drop-off time.
Opening Hours and Ticket Prices

The London Eye is open every day (except Christmas). However, opening and closing times change depending on the time of the year you visit. So you’d better check out the London Eye’s official website before you visit.

There are Saver Tickets (priced at £21.20 per adult), but if you want to avoid the long lines, it may be a good idea to buy a Fast Track ticket which is priced at £28 for an adult. It is highly suggested that you buy these tickets from the official website and save 10% on the total ticket costs.

1. What can visitors do in the capsules of the London Eye?

A．Watch a 4D video.	B．See the whole city clearly.
C．Enjoy famous theater productions.	D．Have knowledge of London’s buildings.

2. What is advised to take to visit the London Eye?

A．A set of binoculars.	B．Touch screen devices.
C．A coach service ticket.	D．Drugs for fear of heights.

3. How much should a couple pay at least if they buy the Fast Track tickets?

A．£21.2.

B．£38.16.

C．£50.4.

D．£56.

7 . Singapore is a city-state in Southeast Asia. Thanks to a program, we got a chance to explore the Garden City for one day.

First, we headed to the Gardens by the Bay. We were attracted by the Supertrees at once. They are high-rise gardens, which produce electricity using energy from the sun, collect rainwater, and more. From there, we headed to the Cloud Forest, which I found most amazing in this Garden City. In hot and wet Singapore, this is a great place to cool off. Inside, a large waterfall comes down the side of the “cloud mountain.” This intricate structure (错综复杂的建筑) is divided into three levels and contains plants from different places. Visitors are free to walk around and learn more about all of the plants. Our journey then led us to a theater inside the Cloud Forest where we watched a ten-minute film. I was totally taken aback by what I saw. I had never realized that our planet would change so greatly when the temperature increased by just five degrees.

Then we headed back outside and continued on our walk. Between two of the larger Supertrees, you’ll find the Skyway. Visitors can head to the top to enjoy a fantastic bird’s eye view of the city.

Next, we made our way to the Singapore River, where we saw a boat going by. In search of food, we headed into the Marina Bay Sands. It has what has to be the best food court I’ve ever eaten in, with delicious food from all over the world. We ordered different kinds of dishes, which were all tasty.

Needing to walk off that huge lunch, we walked from one side of the river to the other. On the other side, we found Merlion, the symbol ( 象征) of Singapore. Water flows out of the mouth of this amazing creation all day long. While walking along the riverside and enjoying the beautiful view, I couldn’t help but wish we had more time to explore this Garden City.

1. Which of the following did the author most enjoy?

A．The Skyway.	B．The Cloud Forest.
C．The Supertrees.	D．The Marina Bay Sands.

2. How did the author feel when he watched the film?

A．Surprised.

B．Relaxed.

C．Satisfied.

D．Pleased.

3. What did the author’s group do after lunch?

A．They climbed a cloud mountain.

B．They took a boat trip on the river.

C．They had a rest in the Marina Bay Sands.

D．They went for a walk near the river.

4. Where does this text probably come from?

A．A science report.	B．A tourist guidebook.
C．A travel magazine.	D．A geography textbook.

9 . Xishuangbanna, one of the eight autonomous prefectures (自治州) in Southwest China’s Yunnan province, has made it to the list of Lonely Planet’s top 10 regions to visit in 2022.

With the China-Laos railway scheduled to open on December 2, 2021, trips to Xishuangbanna Dai autonomous prefecture would be more accessible. Along with neighboring Myanmar and Laos, the exotic region is best known for dense tropical rainforest and distinct ethnic culture.

A paradise for plants and animals

Xishuangbanna boasts the most intact tropical ecosystem in China, which harbors a quarter of the country’s animal species and one sixth of plants. There are quite a few spots to get a glimpse of this animal and plant paradise, and Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) always comes first.

XTBG, situated in the south of the province, is not only the country’s top level tourist attraction, but also a research institution affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Home to over 13,000 species of plants, it is one of the largest tropical botanical gardens in the country.

The site is divided into two areas: one in the east, and the other in the west. The western area has 20 small botanical gardens that contain a wide variety of peculiar plants. The eastern area is three times bigger than the other, featuring dense tropical rainforests and giant waterfalls.

If tropical plants are not enough, the Wild Elephant Valley would be a great option for animal lovers. The nature reserve is the only place in China to observe Asian elephants at close quarters and it shelters other rare wild animals, too.

Dai ethnic culture

The Dai ethnic group has lived in Xishuangbanna for centuries, accounting for around 30 percent of the region’s population. A visit to the tropical paradise would never be complete without experiencing the local culture.

Manting Park is the oldest park in the region that dates back 1,300 years, which is also one of the main venues for the annual Water Splashing Festival (WSF), the most important traditional occasion for the Dai people to welcome the New Year.

The festival usually falls in mid-April and involves three days of festive celebrations, including religious rituals, water splashing, boat racing and releasing sky lanterns.

1. What makes trips to Xishuangbanna easier?

A．That Xishuangbanna is a paradise for plants and animals.

B．That Xishuangbanna is one of the eight autonomous prefectures.

C．That The China-Laos railway is scheduled to open on December 2, 2021.

D．That Xishuangbanna features dense tropical rainforests and giant waterfalls.

2. Where is Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) located?

A．In the east of Yunnan province.	B．In the west of Yunnan province.
C．In the south of Yunnan province.	D．In the north of Yunnan province.

3. What can we learn about the annual Water Splashing Festival?

A．Manting Park is the only venue for the annual WSF.

B．Celebrating WSF is of vital importance for Dai people.

C．Only the Dai ethnic group can celebrate the annual WSF.

D．A visit to XTBG would be perfect without experiencing the annual WSF.

10 . The southern New Zealand town of Kaitangata appears the chief example of the countryside landscapes the island is known for; it’s lush (苍翠的), hilly, green, and peaceful. Only about 800 people live there, and it’s a mere eight minutes from the coastline.

For those who prefer the rural, slow lifestyle and community feel in their living environment, it’s basically perfect. And here’s the best part：New Zealand desperately wants you to move there. Seriously.

The small town is heavily involved in necessary industries relating to dairy (乳制品) processing and freezing works, which more than fill the area’s economic needs. In this very unique case, that presents a real problem: there are around 1,000 vacant jobs and too much affordable housing for the residents to fill.

“We have got youth unemployment down to two,” Mayor Bryan Cadogan says, “Not 2 percent — just two unemployed young people.”

So in response to this distinctive crisis, Cadogan and the town’s bank, lawyers, and community services are launching a recruitment (征募) campaign to try and attract candidates to the area with housing and land packages costing only 230,000 NZ dollars, or almost 165,000 US dollars.

According to the local residents, “Kai”, as citizens call it, is warm and mainly concerned with the community.

“This is an old­fashioned community, we don’t lock our houses, we let kids run free,” a local dairy farmer and third­generation native named Evan Dick told The Guardian.

“We have jobs, we have houses, but we don’t have people. We want to make this town vibrant again, and we are waiting with open arms.”

1. If people move there, they can enjoy ________.

A．too much free housing	B．the rich cooking culture
C．getting money without a job	D．the peaceful rural slow lifestyle

2. What’s the main industry of this town?

A．Farming and fishing.	B．Dairy processing and freezing.
C．Agricultural processing.	D．The farmed animal industries.

3. What is the town’s crisis?

A．Lacking labor force.	B．Youth unemployment.
C．Poor community services.	D．Public security problems.

4. The passage is probably taken from ________.

A．a travel guide	B．a science report
C．an advertisement	D．a column of Around­ the ­World