1 . Is there a place that you have a strong desire to visit before you are too old to travel? If so, you’re in my shoes. The following places are where I desire to visit very much and most probably your best choices.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
The region is famous for its amazing natural beauty. Many 5A scenic areas and geological(地质的)parks are located there. The park not only has natural wonders, such as strange looking peaks and a thick forest, but also rich animal and plant resources. Tourists can feel like stepping into a natural botanic(植物)garden and kingdom of animals. After visiting here, one will realize the great natural beauty of our world.
The Rainbow Mountains
These geographical(地理的)wonders look as if they were painted with a giant paintbrush. The bright colors stand obviously among the surrounding green plants. Wild as it is, these mountains are a part of our world in China’s Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park. This wild variety of color does exist in the real world. No Photoshop is necessary for the natural beauty of these mountains.
Bora bora.
This place offers the chance to live like a native Polynesian. The clear open sky and the calm waters offer you the unique opportunity to observe how the native people lead a life nearby the sea. Many holiday centers are built here and offer different tours and experiences.
The Galapagos Islands.
The islands consist of 13 volcanic(火山的)islands and six smaller islands. Although known for Darwin’s visit, they’re more attractive than you might imagine. There are 900 species of animals found on these islands. 200 of these species are specific(特有的)to the Galapagos. Most travelers come to this lovely place for the specific wildlife here.
1. What can we infer about the four places from the text?| A．They all consist of both man-made sights and natural scenery. |
| B．They all enable visitors to experience the local people’s life. |
| C．They all became well-known after some important visits. |
| D．They are all on the author’s list of places to travel. |
| A．See beautiful rainbows. | B．Take photos of colorful plants. |
| C．Enjoy geographical wonders. | D．Paint pictures with giant paintbrushes. |
| A．Various wildlife. | B．The volcanoes. | C．Darwin’s visit. | D．Dark green plants. |
Located on cliffs above a river, Hongyadong is a stilted house complex in the traditional style in the city of Chongqing. Its bars, restaurants and golden lights
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3 . The typical American road trip is still possible. Maine’s Route 1 provides us with classic small towns, friendly local restaurants and breathtaking views but you need to detour (迂回) here and there. To see the best of this road trip, you can follow these destinations.
Kittery Charm
Kittery Charm is Maine’s oldest town, with a history going back to 1623. Old-fashioned houses and a small but unique downtown make this a must stop on your trip. The town is away from the highway. Go window-shopping, get a bite in one of the fine restaurants, such as local favorite Lil’s café, and then head out to Fort McClary, a protected spot for more than 275 years.
Pemaquid Peninsula Walk
Spend a full day exploring a peninsula (半岛) favored by artists such as Edward Hopper. After a typical fantastic breakfast in Damariscotta, just off Route 1, head south to New Harbor and sign up for a half-day trip with Maine Kayak. You’ll explore Muscongus Bay and its wonderful views of land and sea. Then take a look at Pemaquid Point Lighthouse built in 1827, the Keeper’s House, Fisherman’s Museum, which offer a taste of local life.
The Bold Coast
The small town of Cutler offers a number of exciting possibilities, starting with a hike on a lovely land of the Bold Coast Path through coastal forests then the blueberry (蓝莓) fields where you can enjoy the freshest wild blueberries. For a real Maine experience, spend the night in the Little River Lighthouse built in 1888 and taste the freshest seafood nearby.
East Down Farthest
Located on the most eastern point of the United States, West Quoddy Head Lighthouse, dating from 1858, catches the first rays (光线) of morning sun. You’ll have some local seafood at Becky’s Seafood and spend the night at the Peacock House, a former ship captain’s home facing the Bay of Fundy.
1. What can you do in Pemaquid Peninsula?| A．Enjoy a simple breakfast. |
| B．Head north to New Harbor. |
| C．Take a look at the Little River Lighthouse. |
| D．Explore the views of land and sea of Muscongus Bay. |
| A．Kittery Charm. | B．Little River Lighthouse. |
| C．West Quoddy Head Lighthouse. | D．Pemaquid Point Lighthouse. |
| A．They offer favorite local food. | B．They all have wonderful shops. |
| C．They have beautiful views of the sea. | D．They can be reached by road or by sea. |
| A．A science magazine. | B．A geography book. |
| C．A travel guide. | D．A financial newspaper. |
4 . Get your suitcases and cameras ready, because it’s time to combine little-known legends with classic destinations on our friendly mini-coach tours of Britain.
Each trip of Rabbie’s comes with a driver-guide who knows the stories, sights, and secrets of the area you’re visiting. So, what are you waiting for? Put away your guidebooks and hop on. All the following trips start from Edinburg.
Option 1: Alnwick Castle — 1-day tour
You can admit it. When you read Harry Potter, you dreamed of becoming a wizard. And who wouldn’t? Casting spells, reading magical books, and flying on broomsticks would be incredible.
On this tour we take you to the setting for Hogwarts at Alnwick Castle. If you’re not into Harry Potter, you’ll still discover beautiful views on this exceptional tour of the borders of Scotland and England.
Option 2: Hadrian’s Wall, Roman Britain & the Scottish Borders — 1-day tour
The Romans came; they saw, but they couldn’t quite conquer. After centuries of raiding (掠夺) and fighting the ancient north of Britannia, they decided to build a wall.
But this isn’t just any wall. It’s an astonishing achievement. It showcases the might of the ancient Roman Empire and illustrates how the Romans interacted with tribal Britain.
It’s perfect for anyone fascinated by the collision of cultures and quintessential (精华的) British landscapes.
Option 3: Loch Ness, Inverness & the Highlands — 2-day tour
Explore Loch Ness and the Highlands at a laid-back pace on this two-day tour.
You learn about Scotland’s native forests on a tranquil (宁静的) walk. You travel through majestic mountains and quaint villages. And you get plenty of time to see if you can find the infamous Loch Ness Monster.
Option 4: The Isle of Skye — 3-day tour
Spend three days weaving through the landscapes, legends, histories and landmarks of the heart of Scotland. On your journey north, you’ll learn about the battles between the Scottish and the English.
In Skye, you’ll stay in the cute and cultural town of Portree, and treat yourself to the local cuisine (for free). On the way back, we will call at Loch Ness, so you won’t miss your chance to find the Loch Ness Monster.
| Discounts | •Students, seniors over 60, and children between 5 and 15 (unfortunately, we don’t carry children under 5 years old). |
| Luggage | •You’re restricted to 14kg of luggage per person and a small carry-on bag. |
| Important information | •Pack your waterproof clothing and walking shoes. •Be prepared for windy and changeable weather in Scotland. •For booking and more information, please visit Rabbie’s official website. |
1. Where can you probably read this passage?
| A．Rabbie’s website. | B．A travel brochure. |
| C．A Scottish textbook. | D．A travel map. |
| A．Option 1. | B．Option 2. |
| C．Option 3. | D．Option 4. |
| A．Rabbie’s tour is strongly recommended to parents with little children. |
| B．Travelers should pack as many things as possible in preparation for the windy weather. |
| C．One will have the chance to learn about stories along the way in Rabbie’s tours. |
| D．If someone is not a Harry Potter fan, he will be bored in Alnwick Castle tour. |
The main structure of Notre-Dame cathedral (巴黎圣母院) — including the two bell towers — has been saved after firefighters worked through the night to put out the big fire.
Now that it has been put out, experts have been able to explain the difficulties fire crews faced as they fought to save such a large, historic building.
A complex flammable (易燃的) roof?
It’s not yet known exactly how the Notre-Dame fire began, but it appears to have started near the top, eventually spreading across the rest of the wooden roof.
Gregg Favre, former commander at St Louis Fire Department in the US, pointed out how flammable the building is. He explained on Twitter: “Let’s pause to remember how fires actually burn. It involves key elements like fuel, oxygen, heat and a chemical chain reaction.” Unfortunately, none of these elements are easy to remove in this case.
“To start with, removing the fuel is a no go. Churches have no shortage of things to burn. Although a huge oak beam(梁) is generally difficult to get burning, as smaller timbers (木材) fuel the fire and the temperature rises, the timbers will eventually ignite (点燃) in a phenomenon known as a flashover.”
“The heat that a fire this size is putting off is terrific. Little options for interrupting that. The chemical chain is off to the races.”
“That leaves the oxygen. Unsurprisingly, even if the roof had not burnt off, churches are nearly impossible to control ventilation (通风) in. Their design is to be open and airy. Great for Sunday worship, terrible for managing fire spread.”
Dumping water from above?
As the fire burned, US President Donald Trump suggested that flying water tankers (罐车) could be brought in to fight the flames from above.
Professor Rein, the head of Imperial College London’s fire-studying Hazelab said“ Trump wasn’t the first person to come up with the suggestion, however, it was not a good idea because it would have damaged the structure of the cathedral, collapsing the walls”.
The force of water coming from an air tanker is strong and no-one has been trained to use one in a city. He added that Monday’s fire was “not the time to test this”.
How safe can they make Notre-Dame?
Professor Rein says that “fire engineering” will need to be considered when reconstructing the cathedral. Fire engineering is now in place in modern landmarks such as the Shard in London.
“We keep seeing these buildings go up in flames like this. However, it’s relatively easy to prevent. Notre-Dame should install sprinklers (消防喷淋).” he said.
Much as the Notre-Dame fire is a tragedy, information from studying it will be priceless in protecting other buildings.
| Background | Despite difficulties, firefighters | |
Elements | The roof is made up of flammable wood, so Heat and chemical chain are also hard to get | |
Dumping water from above doesn’t make | The strong force of water would have put the structure of the cathedral at | |
| Conclusion | Fire engineering should be considered in the protection of heritage sites in an effort to avoid | |
6 . Travelling to a European country with my mother was exiting. However it would not be
We had just started to get
| A．beneficial | B．typical | C．practical | D．complete |
| A．content | B．familiar | C．bored | D．popular |
| A．guessed | B．realized | C．predicted | D．felt |
| A．got on | B．speeded up | C．started off | D．fell over |
| A．comfort | B．encourage | C．remind | D．connect |
| A．shocked | B．regretful | C．anxious | D．embarrassed |
| A．unlocked | B．destroyed | C．closed | D．repaired |
| A．survived | B．reunited | C．responded | D．communicated |
| A．shame | B．anger | C．relief | D．peace |
| A．Suddenly | B．Eventually | C．Thankfully | D．Naturally |
| A．expect | B．miss | C．record | D．celebrate |
| A．such as | B．instead of | C．rather than | D．apart from |
| A．important | B．disappointing | C．unforgettable | D．fruitless |
| A．challenges | B．arguments | C．fights | D．dangers |
| A．unless | B．until | C．if | D．since |
The ancient town of Fenghuang is a place with beautiful village life in rural China. Having travelled directly from the busy city, I regard Fenghuang as a better
When I paid
We stayed in a small hotel
Although there
Make sure you have got signed passport (护照) and visas. Also, before you go, fill in the emergency information page of your passport! Make two copies of your passport identification page. This will help a lot if your passport
Read the Public Announcements or Travel Warnings for the countries you plan to visit. Get yourself familiar with local laws and customs of the countries to
Leave a copy of your itinerary (旅行日程) with family or friends at home so that you can be contacted in case of an emergency.
Do not accept packages from strangers. Do not carry too much money or
9 . Where Is Spring Break
Where is Spring Break going to be? The options are endless. Do you want to get your blood pumping from thrilling travels? Look no further! These tours and destinations will keep you on your toes all week long.
Panama: This underrated destination is a little-known secret of the most travelers! Through this tour you’ll get to hike, snorkel (浮潜) and explore all the best sights this beautiful country has to offer! Eight days tours for $ 250 / day.
Canada: This diverse country is full of options. Explore the East of Canada and visit cities such as Montreal, Quebec or Toronto. If you’re feeling adventurous, explore the Western part of the country with a Canadian Rockies Tour. During this twelve days tour you will hike a glacier to beautiful scenery and wander through postcard-worthy villages. Tours to Canada for $200 / day.
Iceland: Check off one of the seven wonders of the world with a tour of the Northern Lights and Golden Circle. Spend seven days full of adventure like hiking glaciers, snowshoeing through Thingvellir National Park, relaxing in the Geysir Hot Springs and of course experiencing the glory of the Northern Lights! Seven days tours for $ 300 / day.
South Africa: Discover the diverse culture and wildlife that makes up South Africa. Your tour plan includes a journey along the coast known as “Rainbow Nation.” Here you will enjoy beautiful scenery, a hunting travel through Addo Elephant National Park and the wildlife in Tsitsikarnma National Park. Nine days tours for $230 / day.
1. What is the similar characteristic of the travels mentioned in the text?| A．Exciting. | B．Risky. |
| C．Educational. | D．Environmental. |
| A．Panama. | B．Canada. |
| C．Iceland. | D．South Africa. |
| A．is not as famous as the other three |
| B．you can go to for enjoying surfing |
| C．offers an option to hike in the park |
| D．takes the most time of the four tours |
10 . The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame ( the Hall of Fame for short ) is a fantastic destination for everyone from lifelong basketball fans to families with children who are just beginning to explore the world's most popular sport. Each year, several thousand visitors crowd into this birthplace of basket-ball.
Dates and Hours of Operation
The Hall of Fame is open Wednesday through Sunday from late November through March 31 and daily the rest of the year. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Friday through Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Because it may close for private functions, it is wise to confirm hours of operation ahead of your visit. Just call 1-877-466-6752.
Ticket Information
Admission to the Hall of Fame (as of 2019) is $24 for people aged over 16, $16 for youths aged from 5 to 16 and free for children under age 5. Since the number of visitors is limited each day, you are advised to make a reservation in advance. For more information, please call 1-877-466-6831.
Travelling from All Directions
The Hall of Fame is conveniently located (位于) within driving distance from Boston (in the east), Albany (in the west), Vermont (in the north) and New York (in the south) and is right off of MA Route 91. For those who prefer to travel by air, the museum is not far from Logan International Airport and Bradley International Airport. For more information about the transportation, call 1-877-446-6755.
A Friendly Reminder
1 No food and beverage inside of the hall.
2 Backpacks and any large bags are not permitted inside of the hall unless needed for medical reasons.
3 If you wish to participate in shooting on Center Court, please wear appropriate footwear. Also, contests of any kind and half court shots are not allowed for everyone's safety.
4 For anything you don't know for sure, call 413-781-6500.
1. When can visitors visit the Hall of Fame?| A．At 11:00 a.m., Monday, Nov. 30th. |
| B．At 3:00 p.m., Friday, Mar. 12th. |
| C．At 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Apr.1st. |
| D．At 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 20th. |
| A．To tell about the location of the Hall of Fame. |
| B．To introduce several cities near the Hall of Fame. |
| C．To stress the easy accessibility to the Hall of Fame. |
| D．To encourage people to reach the Hall of Fame by car. |
| A．Join in shooting contests on Center Court. |
| B．Take some snacks in case they are hungry |
| C．Take care of their backpacks during the visit |
| D．Wear suitable shoes if they want to try shooting. |
