Wednesday, 21 June
Today was my first day back in San Francisco after camping in the Redwood Forest and visiting the wine country of Napa Valley. I have to admit that it definitely feels good to be back in the city again. And what a city—a city that was able to rebuild itself after the earthquake that occurred in 1906. There are so many beautiful old buildings—many siting on top of big hills, offering great views of the city, the ocean, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
My hotel is near downtown, in the Mission District, one of the oldest parts of the city. Many of the people living here are from Mexico or Central America. This district used to be a poor area of town, but is now a centre for art, music, and food. In fact, an art movement called the “Mission School” started here. It’s influenced by graffiti art and comic art. I walked around looking at the street art for a few hours. It was quite modern and lively. Afterwards, I ate some delicious Mexican-Chinese noodles from a food truck. A real mix of cultures here!
In the afternoon, I headed to a local museum that showed the historical changes in California. I learnt that America got California from Mexico in 1848. In the same year, gold was discovered near San Francisco, which started a gold rush. Over 300,000 people came from all over the world to seek their fortune, and San Francisco quickly became a big city. Many Chinese arrived during this period. To earn a living, some opened up shops and restaurants in Chinatown. Many others found jobs on farms, joined the gold rush, or went to build the railway that joined California to the eastern region of the country. The museum did a really good job of showing how America was built by immigrants from different countries and cultures. When these immigrants left their countries, they carried a bit of home in their hearts, and built a new home here.
This evening, I went to Chinatown. There were so many cafés and restaurants to choose from. I selected a Cantonese restaurant that served its food on beautiful china plates. What great food! That’s enough for today. Tomorrow evening, I’m going to a jazz bar in the Richmond Distinct. Can’t wait!
1. Which flag is American flag?
A. | B. |
C. | D. |
A.In the North. | B.In the South. |
C.In the East. | D.In the West. |
A. | B. |
C. | D. |
A. What I saw and experienced in the Mission District. B. My good feeling and my strongest impressions of San Francisco back there. C. Ending my day in Chinatown and my next day’s plan. D. My earning about the history of San Francisco from a local museum. |
5. All the following are mentioned except in Para. One .
A.The author’s feeling. | B.An historical accident of San Francisco. |
C.Many old buildings. | D.The Statue of Liberty. |
A.An art movement called the “Mission School” started here. | B.It was a classical but lively district. |
C.Many residents here are from Mexico or Central America. | D.It is a place where cultures mix. |
A.In 1848. | B.In 1849. | C.In 1850 | D.Not mentioned in the passage. |
A.Two. | B.Three. | C.Four. | D.Five. |
Before coming to San Francisco | |
In the morning | walked around |
In the afternoon | headed to a |
In the evening | went to Chinatown and ate |
tomorrow | go to |
教材对接高考:续写微技能——事物描写
10. 写出句中含有描写性的词汇
(1)There are so many beautiful old buildings—many sitting on top of big hills offering great views of the city,the ocean, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
(2)My hotel is near downtown, in the Mission District, one of the oldest parts of the city.
(3) This district used to be a poor area of town, but is now a center for art, music, and food.
(4) It was quite modern and lively .
11. 在课文中的句子里面找出描写性的词
(1) In the afternoon, I headed to a local museum that showed the historical changes in California.
(2)There were so many good cafés and restaurants to choose from.
Experience the iconic features of Australia
25 Sep
Next week I’m travelling to Australia to visit a friend there over the school holidays. I plan to keep this blog to record my experiences and what I learn. I have already done some research on the country. Located to the south of the equator, below many other countries on the globe, it’s often informally referred to as “down under”.
I have also read about some iconic sites, such as the Sydney Opera House and the Great Ocean Road, and animals like the cute koalas and kangaroos. I can’t wait to see all of them! However, as I major insocial studies, I’m more interested in meeting people in Australia and experiencing their culture, food, and way of life.
1 Oct
I’m here in Sydney! Since I arrived, my friend has brought me to my first openair barbecue and has also shared many different but yummy meals with me, so my first impressions of Australia have been all about food! A lot of typical Australian food, such as the Sunday roast, is originally British. Bakeries, fastfood joints, butcher shops, cafes, and restaurants everywhere provide some of the premier food experiences in the world. The influence of Asian cultures, on the other hand, led to the introduction of bean curd and Asian herbs, along with Australian versions of foods like the Chineseinspired dim sim.
3 Oct
My friend and I have arrived in Katherine, a town in Australia’s Northern Territory. We’re here to learn about the life and customs of the Aborigines,who are native to Australia. The Aboriginal population might be small, but its influence is still visible. For example, “Bondi” in “Bondi Beach” is an Aboriginal word meaning “water breaking over rocks”.
To survive in this vast land on the ocean, the Aborigines had to be in close contact with nature. This shows in their music, too, which celebrates the natural world and the spiritual world around them. Most of their musical instruments are really just sticks found on the ground, among which there is an amazing instrument called the didgeridoo.
The didgeridoo is made from a tree branch which is hollow. To play the didgeridoo, you put your mouth on one end and blow while vibrating your lips. Unlike a horn, there are no finger holes. The didgeridoo player has to change the shape of his mouth in order to change pitch. A skilled player can play for a long time without stopping to breathe. He does this by continually breathing in through his nose while breathing out through his mouth and into the didgeridoo. I tried to learn how to play it, but after trying for hours, I was convinced that I could never make a musical sound with this instrument!
6 Oct
It’s almost time for me to say goodbye to Australia. I’ve enjoyed my time here very much. After being here for a while, my biggest impression is the complicated mix of peoples and cultures that make up the nation. Although the main cultural influence since 1788 has been Western culture, minority cultures have also played a part in shaping the unique Australian culture, with many of the new cultural influences contributed by immigrants. It is said that now nearly half of all Australian citizens were either born overseas or have parents who were born overseas.
Personally speaking, what I like most about Australia is the people themselves. They have a straightforward and freeandeasy attitude towards life, and their friendliness and warmth made me feel at home wherever I went.
After experiencing Australia, I have to say that I agree with the tourism slogan: “There’s nothing like Australia.”
1. What’s the main idea of the text?A.The author’s impression of the food and music of Australia. |
B.The author’s experiences in Australia. |
C.The author’s impression of the people and culture of Australia. |
D.The author’s impression of the attractions of Australia. |
A.First impressions on Australia. B.Preparations before going to Australia. C.Reflections on multiculturalism. D.The culture of Aborigines. |
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3. What does the phrase “down under” mean?
A.Australia is surrounded by oceans. |
B.Australia lies to the south of the equator. |
C.Australia will be swallowed by rising sea water. |
D.Australia has a lower ground level than other countries. |
A.Love. | B.Nature. |
C.History. | D.Food. |
A.By changing his mouth shapes. |
B.By breathing in more air. |
C.By pressing the finger holes. |
D.By closing his mouth tightly. |
A.To show his disappointment at travelling. |
B.To praise the effect of the advertising. |
C.To remind visitors not to go to Australia. |
D.To stress the beauty of Australia. |
Located to the south of the equator, below many other countries on the globe, Australia is often
A lot of typical Australian food originally comes from the UK. The influence of Asian cultures, on the other hand, resulted in the
The Aborigines are native to Australia. Their population might be small,
What impresses me most is the complicated mix of peoples and cultures. While the main cultural influence since
(1)Located to the south of the equator, below many other countries on the globe,it's often informally referred to as “down under”.
(2)To survive in this vast land on the ocean, the Aborigines bad to be in close contact with nature.
(3)Most of their musical instruments are really just sticks found on the ground, among which there is an amazing instrument called the didgeridoo.
SEEING THE TRUE NORTH VIA RAIL: VANCOUVER AND THE HEART OF CANADA
Li Daiyu and her cousin Liu Qian went to Canada to visit their cousins in Halifax on the Atlantic coast. Rather than travel by commercial airline all the way, they decided to fly to Vancouver and then take the train.[1] For both of them, the thought of crossing the whole country by rail was exciting.
Before starting out, they spent a couple of days in Vancouver, seeing the sights. During their first day, as is typical of Vancouver, it rained. Despite the weather, they were able to take a boat ride out into the bay, and later visit an island that had wonderful shops selling crafts and antiques[3]. The next day was clear and mild, and they were pleased to see the beautiful mountains looking out over the city. Later, they took a pleasant hike in a forest just a short distance away.
The next morning, the two girls arose early to take the train to Lake Louise, passing through the Canadian Rockies. Seen from the train window, the mountains and forests of Canada looked massive. When the train arrived at the station, they took a taxi to Lake Louise, where the blue water literally took their breath away with its exceptional beauty. They spent the night, and then took a coach bound north through the Canadian Rockies to Jasper. Looking at the beautiful scenery, they both agreed that it was the most awesome journey they had ever taken. In addition to seeing spectacular mountain peaks and forests, one highlight of their trip was being able to see many different creatures, including deer, mountain goats, and even a grizzly bear and an eagle.
From Jasper, they caught the train towards Toronto. One of the train’s first stops was in Edmonton, the provincial capital of Alberta, the centre of Canada’s huge oil and gas drilling industry. Edmonton is freezing cold in winter, with daily temperatures averaging10℃. Since it can be too cold to go outdoors, Edmonton is home to many shopping malls. In fact, one of the largest shopping malls in North America is in Edmonton.
From Edmonton, the train headed southeast across the great Canadian Prairie. At school, Daiyu and Liu Qian had learnt that Canada’s population is only slightly over thirty-seven million. However, they did not anticipate seeing such an open country, and were truly amazed. They went through two wheat growing provinces, where they saw a bunch of farms that covered a very large area.
After another day on the train, eventually they were back in an urban area, the city of Winnipeg. From there, they travelled through the night, and woke up in Ontario — a land of forests and lakes. The train thundered on, through the rolling hills. The bushes and maple trees outside their windows were red, gold, and orange, and there was frost on the ground, confirming that autumn had arrived in Canada. Night came again, and the train turned south towards Toronto. When they woke up the next morning and pulled back the curtain, they could see the wide stretch of Lake Huron — one of the four Great Lakes on Ontario’s southern border. It was not until 9:30 a. m. that they finally reached the capital of Ontario, Toronto. All in all, their trip from Vancouver to Toronto had taken a duration of four days.
1. What’s the main idea of the text?A.The trip from Vancouver to Toronto in Canada. |
B.The beautiful scenery of Canada. |
C.Canada is a good place for shopping. |
D.Autumn is the best season in Canada. |
A.65 | B.75 |
C.85 | D.95 |
A.Because they don’t have so much money. |
B.Because they want to take the train to have a good view of Canada. |
C.The aeroplane is so fast. |
D.The distance from the west coast to the east isn't so long. |
A.In Jasper. | B.In Lake Louise. |
C.In Vancouver. | D.In Edmonton. |
A.It often rains. |
B.It is freezing cold in winter. |
C.It is often sunny. |
D.It is always like autumn. |
Vancouver | → | Seeing the |
↓ | ↓ | |
→ | blue water | |
↓ | ↓ | |
Jasper | → | Many different |
↓ | ↓ | |
→ | ||
↓ | ↓ | |
Winnipeg | → | X |
↓ | ↓ | |
Ontario | → | |
↓ | ↓ | |
→ | Capital of Ontario |
7. Analyse and translate the sentences.
①Despite the weather, they were able to take a boat ride out into the bay, and later visit an island that had wonderful shops selling crafts and antiques.
②When the train arrived at the station, they took a taxi to Lake Louise, where the bule water literally took their breath away with its exceptional beauty.
③They went through two wheat-growing provinces, where they saw a bunch of farms that covered a very large area.
WHAT'S IN A NAME?
The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, England—many people are confused by what these different names mean. So what is the difference between them, if any? Getting to know a little bit about British history will help you solve this puzzle.
In the 16th century, the nearby country of Wales was joined to the Kingdom of England. Later, in the 18th century, the country Scotland was joined to create the Kingdom of Great Britain. In the 19th century, the Kingdom of Ireland was added to create the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, in the 20th century, the southern part of Ireland broke away from the UK, which resulted in the full name we have today: the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Most people just use the shortened name: “the United Kingdom” or “the UK”. People from the UK are called “British”, which means the UK is also often referred to as Britain or Great Britain.
The four countries that belong to the United Kingdom work together in some areas. They use the same flag, known as the Union Jack, as well as share the same currency and military defence. However, they also have some differences. For example, England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland all have different education systems and legal systems. They also have their own traditions, like their own national days and national dishes. And they even have their own football teams for competitions like the World Cup!
The United Kingdom has a long and interesting history to explore, which can help you understand much more about the country and its traditions. Almost everywhere you go in the UK, you will be surrounded by evidence of four different groups of people who took over at different times throughout history. The first group, the Romans, came in the first century. Some of their great achievements included building towns and roads. Next, the AngloSaxons arrived in the fifth century. They introduced the beginnings of the English language, and changed the way people built houses. The Vikings came in the eighth century and left behind lots of new vocabulary, as well as the names of many locations across the UK. The last group were the Normans. They conquered England after the wellknown Battle of Hastings in the 11th century. They had castles built all around England, and made changes to the legal system. The Normans were French, so many French words slowly entered into the English language.
There is so much more to learn about the interesting history and culture of the United Kingdom. Studying the history of the country will make your visit much more enjoyable. The capital city London is a great place to start, as it is an ancient port city that has a history dating all the way back to Roman times. There are countless historic sites to explore, and lots of museums with ancient relics from all over the UK. The UK is a fascinating mix of history and modern culture, with both new and old traditions. If you keep your eyes open, you will be surprised to find that you can see both its past and its present.
1. Match the main idea of each paragraphA. The four countries of the UK. B. How the UK came into being. C. The four groups of people in the history. D. Introduce the topic to the readers. E. The history and modern culture make the UK fascinating. |
2. What can help us find out the difference between some different names of the UK?
A.British languages. | B.British history. |
C.British location. | D.British education. |
A.Britain. | B.Scotland. |
C.Wales. | D.Ireland. |
A.The flag. | B.The currency. |
C.The military defence. | D.The education system. |
A.Building towns and roads. |
B.Changing the way of building houses. |
C.Leaving behind many new vocabulary. |
D.Changing the legal system. |
A.Teachers. | B.Students. |
C.Tourists. | D.Guides. |
What’s in a name | Rise a question | What is the |
Explain the question | How did the UK come into being? | |
The same and different areas | The share the same | |
The have different | ||
A long and interesting history | You will be surrounded by | |
The advantage of studying the history | Make you visit much more |
A.标出句中含有情感变化的词汇。
(1)The United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, England—many people are confused by what these different names mean.
(2)Getting to know a little bit about British history will help you solve this puzzle.
(3)The United Kingdom has a long and interesting history to explore, which can help you understand much more about the country and its traditions.
(4)Studying the history of the country will make your visit much more enjoyable.
B.在课文中找出表示情感变化的句子。
(1)
(2)
FROM PROBLEMS TO SOLUTIONS
Economic development is necessary if we want to improve society. There comes a time when the old must give way to the new, and it is not possible to preserve everything from our past as we move towards the future. Finding and keeping the right balance between progress and the protection of cultural sites can be a big challenge.
Big challenges, however, can sometimes lead to great solutions. In the 1950s, the Egyptian government wanted to build a new dam across the Nile in order to control floods, produce electricity, and supply water to more farmers in the area. But the proposal led to protests. Water from the dam would likely damage a number of temples and destroy cultural relics that were an important part of Egypt’s cultural heritage. After listening to the scientists who had studied the problem, and citizens who lived near the dam, the government turned to the United Nations for help in 1959.
A committee was established to limit damage to the Egyptian buildings and prevent the loss of cultural relics. The group asked for contributions from different departments and raised funds within the international community. Experts investigated the issue, conducted several tests, and then made a proposal for how the buildings could be saved. Finally, a document was signed, and the work began in 1960.
The project brought together governments and environmentalists from around the world Temples and other cultural sites were taken down piece by piece, and then moved and put back together again in a place where they were safe from the water. In 1961, German engineers moved the first temple. Over the next 20 years, thousands of engineers and workers rescued 22 temples and countless cultural relics. Fifty countries donated nearly $80 million to the project.
When the project ended in 1980, it was considered a great success. Not only had the countries found a path to the future that did not run over the relics of the past, but they had also learnt that it was possible for countries to work together to build a better tomorrow.
The spirit of the Aswan Dam project is still alive today. Perhaps the best example is shown by UNESCO, which runs a programme that prevents world cultural heritage sites around the world from disappearing. If a problem seems too difficult for a single nation, the global community can sometimes provide a solution.
1. Match the main idea of each paragraph.A. People can learn a lot from Aswan Dam project. B. The project was successful. C. The Egyptian government met a problem. D. Keeping a balance between progress and the protection of cultural sites is a challenge. E. The project united the global community. F. A committee was established to solve the problem. |
Para. 2
Para. 3
Para. 4
Para. 5
Para. 6
2. What’s the challenge we are facing now?
A.How to improve society rapidly. |
B.How to preserve everything from the past. |
C.How to keep balance between the past and the progress. |
D.How to find great solutions to the progress of society. |
A.Because the Egyptian government wanted to control floods. |
B.Because it would probably destroy cultural relics. |
C.Because it would do great damage to the Nile. |
D.Because it would affect citizens near the dam greatly. |
A.By moving them to safety. |
B.By taking them down. |
C.By asking for contributions. |
D.By investigating the issue. |
A.Over 20 years. | B.More than 30 years. |
C.Less than 20 years. | D.Exactly 20 years. |
A.In a guidebook. | B.In an encyclopedia. |
C.In a history novel. | D.In a theme park advertisement. |
FROM PROBLEMS TO SOLUTIONS | a big | the new→economic | |
the old→everything from the past→protection | |||
the key→how to keep the right balance | |||
challenges lead to | a challenge: building a new dam | ||
likely damage temples and destroy cultural relics | |||
preparation | turn to the UN | ||
establish a | |||
ask for contributions | |||
sign a document | |||
procedure | take down piece by piece | ||
move and put back together | |||
solution | find a path a combine progress and | ||
work together to build a better tomorrow | |||
the | preventing world cultural heritage sites from | ||
the global community |
9. After listening to the scientists who had studied the problem, and citizens who lived near the dam, the government turned to the United Nations for help in 1959. (标出句中含有人物的行为动作的词汇)
10. The group asked for contributions from different departments and raised funds within the international community. (标出句中含有人物的行为动作的词汇)
11. Experts investigated the issue, conducted several tests, and then made a proposal for how the buildings could be saved. (标出句中含有人物的行为动作的词汇)
12. 在课文中找出表示人物的行为动作的句子。
7 . SAREK NATIONAL PARK—EUROPE’S
HIDDEN NATURAL TREASURE
1 A Summer Where the Sun Never Sleeps
I wake up to the sound of the wind buffeting the cloth of my tent. Even though the sun is brightly shining, telling whether it is morning or night is impossible. I’m above the Arctic Circle, where in summer the sun never sets. Checking my watch, I see that it is 7:30 a.m. I leave my tent and walk over to the mountain edge. Spreading out before me, branches of the Rapa River flow through the valley below. I’m in the remote far north of Sweden in Sarek National Park, a place with no roads or towns.
2 A Land of Mountains and Ice
Sarek’s mountains used to be covered by vast sheets of ice. Around 9, 000 years ago, this ice melted, leaving behind about 100 glaciers. Soon after, reindeer began to arrive. Following the reindeer were the Sami people, who made this territory their home. Getting here is quite difficult, so apart from the Sami very few people have ever seen Sarek.In 1909, Sarek was made a national park in order to keep the land in its natural state. Though the Sami are allowed to continue their traditional way of life in the park, no one else can live here, and all new development is banned within park boundaries. At the far side of the valley, an ancient Sami cottage is visible. Close by, there are a few reindeer feeding on grass.
3 Man at Peace with Nature
For hundreds of years, looking after reindeer was a way of life for the Sami. They used the reindeer’s meat for food, their bones for tools, and their skin for making clothes and tents. Since reindeer were always on the move, the Sami would pick up their tents and accompany them. Today, most Sami have houses in villages near Sarek and live a modern life just like their neighbours. But every spring, a small number of Sami still follow their reindeer into the valleys of Sarek, living in tents or old cottages and enjoying their traditions. I am not a Sami, but in Sarek I’ve adopted some of their habits. For example, this morning my breakfast is flat bread warmed over a fire, dried reindeer meat, and some sweet and sour berries that I found growing near my tent.
4 A Land of Adventure
After breakfast, I pack my bag and set out again. Since I must carry all of my food and supplies with me, my bag weighs about 30 kilograms. If today is anything like yesterday, it will be full of sweat and hard work as I hike over this difficult land to my destination on the other side of the valley. However, I cannot complain. Being in such a beautiful and wild place makes me feel blessed to be alive. Here I am, alone under this broad sky, breathing the fresh air, and enjoying this great adventure. What could be better?
1. Match the main idea with each paragraph.A. A Land of Mountains and Ice B. Man at Peace with Nature C. A Land of Adventure D. A Summer Where the Sun Never Sleeps |
Para.3.
2. What is the text mainly about?
A.The Arctic Circle. | B.The Sami people. |
C.The reindeer. | D.A fascinating park. |
A.12. | B.8. | C.24. | D.4. |
A.transport | B.clothes | C.tools | D.food |
A.Hard and annoyed. | B.Easy and relaxed. |
C.Easy but depressed. | D.Hard but delighted. |
A.a popular science article | B.a travel journal |
C.a research report | D.a geographic magazine |
①However, I cannot complain.
②Being in such a beautiful and wild place makes me feel blessed to be alive.
③Here I am, alone under this broad sky, breathing the fresh air, and enjoying this great adventure.
8. 找出环境描写的句子
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③
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In the 1400s and 1500s, Peru was the centre of the powerful ancient Inca Empire. The Inca emperor lived in the now-famous site Machu Picchu. Spain took control of Peru in the 16th century and ruled until 1821. It is for this reason that Spanish is the main official language of Peru.
TRAVEL PERU
Amazon Rainforest Tour
A short flight from Cusco takes you from the Andes into the Amazon rainforest. From there, you’ll spend one day travelling by boat to your accommodation in the middle of the forest. You can then spend three days exploring the rainforest with a local guide and enjoying the plants and animals unique to the rainforest.
Machu Picchu Tour
This fourday walking tour will take you on amazing paths through the Andes Mountains on the way to the city of Machu Picchu. After reaching your destination you will have a day to explore and be amazed by this ancient city. Especially amazing is the Incas’ dry stone method of building. Inca builders cut stones to exact sizes so that nothing was needed to hold walls together other than the perfect fit of the stones.
Cusco Tour
Spend four days enjoying the unique Spanish and local Indian culture high in the Andes at Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire from the 13th until the 16th century. Stay in a local hotel, visit the museums, admire the architecture, enjoy the excellent local food, and go shopping at the local markets.
Lake Titicaca Tour
Enjoy the beautiful countryside as you spend a day driving along the new highway connecting Cusco to Lake Titicaca. There, a boat will take you to stay with a local Uros family on an island for three days. Both the island and the Uros homes are made of water plants from the lake.
So come and experience what Peru has to offer: everything from the ancient Inca culture and centuriesold Spanish villages to deep rainforests, high mountains, and a beautiful coastline.
For more brochures about other package tours around Peru, contact us at tourinfo@travelperu. org.
1. What’s the main idea of the first text?A.Introducing the Pacific coast. |
B.Introducing the geographical location, the history and the official language of Peru. |
C.Introducing the ancient Inca Empire. |
D.Introducing the Andes Mountains. |
(1)
(5)
3. What can we learn from the first text?
A.Peru is a coastal country with a pleasant living condition. |
B.Spain controlled Peru for about three centuries. |
C.The Andes Mountains surround Peru. |
D.Spanish is the second language of Peru. |
A.Enough space for people or things. |
B.A very strong emotion that you can’t control. |
C.The way that something is suitable for a particular person, space, etc. |
D.A short period of time when someone stops working. |
A.To recommend four tourist attractions of Peru. |
B.To tell people to travel as often as possible. |
C.To encourage people to do outdoor activities. |
D.To help people learn more about Peru. |
A.An agricultural magazine. |
B.A medical journey. |
C.An engineering textbook. |
D.A tourist brochure. |
①PERU is a country on the Pacific coast of South America with three main areas: narrow, dry, flat land running along the coast, the Andes Mountains, and the Amazon rainforest. narrow, dry, flat
②You can then spend three days exploring the rainforest with a local guide and enjoying the plants and animals unique to the rainforest. enjoy the plants and animals; unique
8. 细读短文并找出描写交通方式的句子
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1. A river runs beside the path.
2. The Botanical Garden is large.
3. A small hill stands on one side of the river.
4. On both sides of the river are flowering shrubs.
5. There are a lot of pine trees on the slope of the hill.
6. An attractive path cuts straight through the garden.
7. Near the hill, tucked into a corner, there is a children’s playground with swings, seesaws and model vehicles.