1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the speaker go on the tour?

A．It was the prize of a competition.

B．John asked her to go with him.

C．It was her travel plan.

2. What did the speaker dislike about the hotel?

A．The drinks.

B．The food.

C．The waiters.

3. What did the speaker think of the trip to the museum?

A．Disappointing.

B．Amazing.

C．Terrible.

4. What did the speaker do in the second week?

A．She rode an elephant.

B．She went to the mountains.

C．She relaxed in the hotel.

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the speaker buy a new umbrella?

A．His old one was damaged.

B．He really loved that one.

C．He failed to bring one.

2. What is the main advantage of the hotel’s location?

A．It is beside the Eiffel Tower.

B．It is very close to a bakery.

C．It is within walking distance to Louvre.

3. Why did the speaker go to Paris?

A．To see some artworks.

B．To eat some French food.

C．To meet some good friends.

3 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

As the morning sun went above the hills, Liu Dachun’s wife was guiding her cow through the wetland, while Lu’s daughter, a college art student, spotted the pair and     1    (pencil) a quick drawing.

Shiyanping, a traditional Tujia village, has 182 well-preserved buildings    2    (construct) in the typical wooden building style,     3     (most)built in the Ming and Qing dynasties. In 2013, the ancient architecture complex    4    (recognize) as one of the nation’s major historical and cultural sites.

In recent years, the village’s unique building complex, as well as other Tujia cultural activities, have attracted a stream of tourists. The village received more than 100,000 visits and achieved     5    income of about 5 million yuan from tourism in 2022.

Liu Dachun, a skilled farmer, is hard at work preparing for spring plowing (犁地). He has tried out the rice-fish farming system,     6     not only benefits the environment but also local residents. According to Wu, fish raised in rice fields are more popular among consumers as they are environmentally-friendly — the fish waste can add natural fertility (肥料)to the soil    7    hence promote rice output. Quan Xiping,another 59-year-old villager, was among the first in the village    8     (establish) a family-run hotel. Meanwhile, his son started an online specialty store, capitalizing on the rapid     9     (grow) of rural tourism in the area. His e-commerce business is working more efficiently due to the village’s    10     (rise) appeal.

4 . When it comes to family holidays in Australia, most people look to hot spots such as Sydney or the Gold Coast. However, Perth makes for a strong competitor, with plenty of museums and theme parks to keep the kids entertained, as well as historic sites and botanical gardens.

To give you a travel guide, we take a look at the best things to see and do in Perth.

King’s Park

Located in the heart of Perth’s business district, the four-square-kilometre park is perfect for spending an afternoon and making the most of the sunny weather. Here you’ll find plenty of picnic spots, play areas for little ones, and a host of activities and things to see. However, if you only visit one thing, make it the park’s impressive botanical gardens where you’ll find colorful plants.

Bibbulmun Track

Hikers, this one’s for you! This track is one of the world’s great long distance walks. Along the way you can expect amazing scenery, comfortable campsites, and a host of exciting wildlife and plants to look out for.

Perth Mint

You can discover a century’s worth of metals from gold to silver and even Coca-Cola bottle caps here. There are plenty of activities too from a live gold pouring session that you can watch to countless exhibitions.

Perth Zoo

The unusual creatures at the Perth Zoo are sure to keep small children’s attention! Giraffes, lions, elephants and monkeys are just some of the wildlife living in the zoo, which focuses on protecting various species.

1. What do we know about King’s Park?

A．It is in the hot spot Perth.	B．It is a good place for a picnic.
C．It is perfect for long-distance walking.	D．It is home to various plants and animals.

2. What do the Bibbulmun Track and Perth Zoo have in common?

A．They have a lot of wildlife.	B．They have large exhibitions.
C．They are in a business centre.	D．They are noted for campsites.

3. What is the purpose of this text?

A．To introduce Australia.	B．To celebrate some events.
C．To attract visitors to Perth.	D．To announce new activities.

5 . Who’d let a stranger stay with them? A lot of people, as you can see.

If ever any anxiety existed – and there is always a sense of anxiety when ________ into the unknown – it disappeared when my first host met me at the train station in Helsinki. Ari looked like my idea of a ________ Finn: tall, golden hair, and blue-eyed. However, Finns were also supposed to be ________ reserved. Ari was anything but. He was lively, _________ me a warm welcome and hiking with me to his apartment, _________ he showed me the sleeper sofa, served me tea, and also handed me a _________ with an instruction to come and go as I pleased. If this was what couch surfing was all about – ________ and welcome, then I had gotten off to an impressive start.

I quickly discovered one of the bitter-sweet aspects of couch surfing: having to say goodbye so soon _________ getting to know somebody. _________, I had miles to go before I slept, and so, after two days, I _________ to my train and the coastal city of Turku, where my next host, Juri, met me. Thin and wild-haired, Juri was the anti-Ari, but no less __________. He wanted to hang out and _________ a big part of his day to showing me around his city. In another city, a family of five received me like a long-lost _________, and chatted with me into the night. Now they are always asking when I will be _________.

As I boarded my next train for the north of the country, I began to think about this couch-surfing idea. What __________ these people to open their homes to strangers? I _______ that there was a burning curiosity, but also a wish to _________ to those in need and lend a hand to like-minded folks who might, at some level, _________ their own lives.   

Before I left for my Finland adventure a friend asked, “Aren’t you afraid?” I wasn’t sure of an ______ response then, but I am now: Of what? If couch surfing taught me anything, it’s this: Most people are good. Most people are generous. And there is a basic human tendency to __________.

1.

A．sliding

B．stepping

C．falling

D．breaking

2.

A．typical

B．actual

C．potential

D．tough

3.

A．roughly

B．privately

C．professionally

D．famously

4.

A．providing

B．containing

C．offering

D．delivering

5.

A．there

B．where

C．when

D．what

6.

A．letter

B．map

C．key

D．packet

7.

A．trust

B．surprises

C．fantasy

D．delight

8.

A．for

B．before

C．between

D．after

9.

A．Thus

B．However

C．For example

D．In short

10.

A．headed

B．appealed

C．transformed

D．preferred

11.

A．generous

B．casual

C．cold

D．stubborn

12.

A．exhausted

B．released

C．selected

D．devoted

13.

A．traveler

B．teacher

C．relative

D．producer

14.

A．over

B．back

C．away

D．free

15.

A．instructed

B．advanced

C．caused

D．arranged

16.

A．concluded

B．guaranteed

C．advocated

D．assessed

17.

A．keep on

B．try out

C．come about

D．reach out

18.

A．strengthen

B．enrich

C．guide

D．polish

19.

A．original

B．creative

C．demanding

D．appropriate

20.

A．win

B．unite

C．connect

D．change

6 . There’s no better way to get to know someone than to travel with them. You see people at their best, and you see them at their worst. If your potential partner sounds like any of the following, maybe rethink that big trip.

The OCD Freak

They’ll have lists of places to visit and a route so full that you won’t have time to breathe. Don’t even try to mess with their timetable or you will face their burst of anger. They are sure to be angry if things don’t go exactly to plan.

The Tightwad

“Twenty bucks? Yeah, I don’t know.” You get a sinking feeling the first time you hear a sentence like that, when you realize your travel partner has short arms and long pocket. Different travelers have different budgets, sure—but there are also people out there who just seem allergic to spending money.

The Faffer

You watch them getting ready in the morning, and you estimate how long it will be before they’ll be set to go. You think they need to put their shoes on, they need to pack a few things in their bag—should be out the door in 10 minutes. And yet, half an hour later, you’re still there sitting on the bed while they wander about the room picking things up and putting them down again, remembering things they’ve forgotten, deciding to change their outfit.

The Whinger

This is the worst. Whingers seem determined to have a bad time when they travel, no matter where they go. They seem to be able to focus on the one thing that might not have gone smoothly and make a big deal out of it. A good travel experience is all about having the right attitude, and whingers definitely do not have it.

1. If you are going to travel with an OCD freak, you will probably ________.

A．visit all the places you want	B．need to make your own plan
C．hurry from one place to another	D．lose your temper at your partner

2. When your travel partner is a faffer, it’s possible that he will ________.

A．forget some important things	B．waste a lot of time packing things
C．have you waiting half an hour at most	D．be prepared for the trip in the morning

3. Who might be the last companion you want to travel with?

A．The OCD Freak

B．The Tightwad

C．The Faffer

D．The Whinger

7 . In the coming summer, we are gathering to enjoy the sun, beaches and so on. Now let’s get a knowledge of some beautiful island countries in the world.

The Philippines

One of the most beautiful and best island countries in the world is the Philippines. It’s actually a geographically wonderful place worth visiting at any time of the year. The Philippines contain over 7,000 islands, and all of them are beautiful and unique in their own way. There are many wonderful tourist attractions including the Tubbataha Reef, Mayon Volcano, Banaue Rice Terraces, Puerto Galera, Donsol, the Chocolate Hills and many more. The country also offers plenty of interesting activities for you to experience, such as diving, climbing, camping, hiking, bird watching.

Australia

Australia is an amazing continental island country, which everyone should visit at least once in life. It’s often identified as huge diverse country as it boasts a rich culture, fantastic wildlife, nice people, and a lot of fun and interesting things to see and to do. Australia has literally everything, from the spectacular beaches, canyons, to breathtaking green forests to explore.

Greece

Greece is a beautiful country, known for its long history and its clean beaches. The country consists of over 1,400 islands and islets, however only 169 of them are actually inhabited. These Greek islands are the most popular and visited Greek destinations, especially during the summer months. Mykonos island, Santorini island, Crete island, Corfu island are among the best Greek islands to visit. If you’re a history fan, there are many archaeological and historical sites you can visit in Greece, which wonderfully describe the past of the country.

Cuba

Unfortunately, few people even think of visiting Cuba these days. However, Cuba is a charming island country that boasts the clear blue waters, the white sandy beaches, the best coral reefs in the world, the small shops and numerous attractions. This country has a rich culture and history to explore. And if you like to dive or snorkel, Cuba should be one on your travel bucket list. Cuba is close to North America, so why not visit it this year?

1. Which country is fit for people to sightsee throughout the year?

A．Australia.	B．Cuba.
C．The Philippines.	D．Greece.

2. What can we learn from the passage?

A．You can go diving, climbing, camping and exploring history in the Philippines.

B．Australia boasts fantastic wildlife and the best coral reefs in the world.

C．Spring is the best season for people to visit Greek islands.

D．Cuba is not a country for many people choosing to travel to.

3. What do Australia and Cuba have in common?

A．Breathtaking green forests.	B．A rich culture.
C．Fantastic wildlife.	D．Archaeological sites.

8 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The Xi’an City Wall is the most complete city wall that has survived China’s long history. It     1     (build) originally to protect the city     2     the Tang dynasty and has now been completely restored (修复). It is possible       3     (walk) or bike the entire 14 kilometers.

We accessed the wall through the South Gate. The wall is 12 meters high and from here you can see streams of people moving inside and outside the City Wall.

After     4     (spend) some time looking at all the defensive equipment at the wall, we decided it was time for some action and what     5     (good) than to ride on a piece of history!

We     6     (hire) our bikes from the rental place at the South Gate. My bike was old and shaky     7     did the job. It took us about 3 hours to go all     8     way around the Xi’an City Wall. Supposedly you can do it in two hours, but we stopped at the different gates and     9     (watchtower) to take pictures or just to watch the local people going about their     10     (day) routines.