1 . Many families take their children on vacation. They will usually travel for a few days or weeks during school breaks. But Julie and Tim Smith have planned a longer vacation with their two children. The Smith family is on a one-year trip around the world .They plan to visit 30 countries in all. Right now, the four travelers are about halfway through their trip.

Ms. Smith says they are trying to see as much of their world as they can. Mr. Smith says one of the most interesting experiences of the trip has been meeting new people. He says people have been extremely friendly, very welcoming and love their kids. Eleven-year-old Tyler says he has enjoyed learning about the people they have met. He says, “I learned in Africa that people have very different lifestyles than in America."His sister, 9.year-old Kara, discovers that she likes Thai food. Ms. Smith says that the trip teaches the children a lot.

It took the family a year to prepare for the trip. They had to sell their house and cars. Ms. Smith left her job and her husband is using unpaid leave. They carry small bags filled with lightweight clothing and whatever else they need. Ms. Smith says she enjoys being able to carry everything she needs on her back. .She says she does not miss the things she has back home. “What has become more important is making these memories as a family and taking ”those” with us instead.”

The Smiths will continue to head east for the next six months.

1. In what way is the Smith family’s trip different from many others’ according to Paragraph1?

A．They take their children on vacation.

B．They travel around the world for a year with children.

C．They travel during school breaks with children.

D．They travel for a few weeks with children.

2. What does Tyler find interesting during the trip?

A．Living in Africa.	B．learning different Lifestyles in America.
C．Having Thai food.	D．Learning about the people they have met.

3. Which of the following is NOT true about the Smiths' preparation for the trip?

A．They left their jobs.	B．It took the Smith family a year.
C．They sold their house and cars.	D．They put lightweight clothing in small bags.

4. What does the underlined word “those” in Paragraph3 refer to?

A．The small bags they carry.	B．The memories of the family.
C．The things on her back.	D．The things back home.

2 . 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。

On our way to the house, it was raining     1     hard that we couldn't help wondering how long     2     would take to get there. It was in the middle of Pearl City.

We were first greeted with the bark by a pack of dogs, seven to be exact. They were well trained by their masters     3     had great experience with caring for these animals. Our hosts shared many of their experiences and recommended wonderful places     4     (eat), shop, and visit. For breakfast, we were able to eat the papaya(木瓜) and other fruits from their trees in the backyard.

When they were free     5     work, they invited us to local events and let us know of an interesting     6     (compete), together with the story behind it. They also shared with us many     7     (tradition) stories about Hawaii that were hugely popular with tourists. On the last day of our weeklong stay, we     8     (invite) to attend a private concert on     9     beautiful farm on the North Shore under the stars,     10     (listen) to musicians and meeting interesting locals.

4 . Saving Money on Holiday Travel

The holiday season isn’t just about shopping and gifts.     1     However, holiday travel can get very expensive. Fortunately, the following tips will help you keep your travelling expense under control.

Plan ahead. The earlier you book your travel, from tickets to hotels, the easier it is to find good deals.     2     In fact, you should book travel one to three months in advance so that you have more opportunities to find the best deals.

Book your air travel on cheaper days. Travelling by air on Tuesdays and Wednesdays often costs less than travelling on Fridays and Sundays. During the holidays, though, it’s not just about a specific day of the week.     3     Days right before and after a holiday can be more expensive. If you don’t travel on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day, you might be able to find an even better deal.

Consider travelling overnight. Early-morning flights often cost less than those at more convenient time.     4     Depending on where you are going, and the ways of getting there, overnight travel can help you avoid a night in the hotel, as well as save you money on travel to your destination.

    5     You can’t bring water or drink with you on the plane, but you can bring sandwiches and other food. When you’re on the road, you can buy food at local food stores to make your own meals.

A．Bring your own food.

B．Consider cheap hotels that provide food.

C．Besides, booking earlier can save you money.

D．If you are flying, consider airports that are farther away.

E．You also need to consider the days before and after the holiday.

F．A great deal of travel also takes place during this time of year.

G．Other choices include night trains and ships.

5 . Dreaming of summer picnics filled with family and fun? We’ve come up with 4 of the top picnic areas across the US.

Cumberland Islands, Georgia

A few hours south of Savannah, this national seashore is a picnic paradise. It’s an unspoiled place in the Deep South with over 50 miles of hiking trail. Covered in Spanish moss (苔藓), the trails are lined with trees and since it’s still a rural area, the stars line up for a spectacular show at night and creates the perfect evening starlit picnic opportunity.

Giant Park, Chicago

If you are looking for delicious food in Chicago, go for a taste of a 20-day, lake-front, foodie festival that happens in October each year. Grab a spot near the fountain to enjoy your picnic, appreciate the city scenery and lake views and relax with family and friends. If you are there on July 4th, be sure to plan the day to include the fireworks display at the Navy Pier.

Cranberry Islands, Maine

Here, you’ll enjoy natural picnics with island views. The islands are a delightful group of islands about 20 minutes offshore from Acadia National Park. You can visit the islands by private boat or ferry service. Bring a picnic basket along for the ride as it’s a romantic picnic area to take your special someone or go for a family outing to visit the islands.

Big Sur, California

The Point Lobos State Reserve is a small gem. Besides the coastal wildlife there are rare plant communities, and unique geological (地质的) formations. It’s good to have a picnic there. We recommend bringing a telescope, because much of the wildlife can be seen only at a distance.

1. What do we know about Cumberland Islands?

A．They are just next to Savannah.

B．They haven’t lost their naturalness.

C．They are almost covered in Spanish moss.

D．They have an impressive show every night.

2. What is special to Cranberry Islands?

A．There is a great trail to hike along.

B．They have unique geological formations.

C．You can find a quiet place to enjoy fireworks.

D．You can enjoy a romantic atmosphere there.

3. Where can you observe wildlife with a telescope?

A．At the Navy Pier.	B．In the Deep South.
C．At the Point Lobos State Reserve.	D．At Acadia National Park.

6 . 假设你叫李华，现在美国某所中学作交换生。你所在的旅游社团计划下周末组织大家去旅游，该社团负责人彼得就旅游目的地及活动项目征求大家的意见。请你根据以下要点给他 写一封建议信。
要点如下:
1. 旅游目的地:科罗拉多州( Colorado);
原因: ①风景优美(有激流、峡谷、森林等); ②便宜便捷(乘车约两小时可到);
2. 活动项目:国家公园宿营、河边野炊、垂钓、徒步、摄影、绘画等
注意:1. 词数80左右
2. 信的开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数.
Dear Peter,
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Yours,

Li Hua

7 . 选词填空

The price of travel can change a great deal throughout the year so try to avoid     1     holiday seasons. It can also be cheaper if you     2     in advance. Before setting off, make sure you do as much research about your     3     as you can. Label your     4     clearly so that they can be easily identified as yours. It can be useful to store a copy of your     5     in an easily seen place so that the airline will know where to find you if your     6     gets lost.

8 . Dear Marilyn,

Scotland! Wow !!! What a fantastic place! I'm having a great time. I’m afraid that I started off badly by making a fool of myself. I was standing in the great old Bell Tower looking across the lake at the hills on the other side.

This rather handsome guy happened to be standing next to me, so I casually(随意地) said, "It's really beautiful here in England." Do you know what he replied? "Well, why don't you go there then?" Then he laughed and explained that he was used to foreigners making mistakes about that. After that bad start we got on really great, though.

Fergus told me lots about Scotland. I'd already noticed the unusual names: Fergus, Angus, Hamish for the guys and Ina, Gillian and Aileen for girls. They also usually have family names that begin with Mac or Me - Mckay, McDonald and the like. The Mc or Mac stands for "son of".

Anyway, Fergus is a Campbell. That's another typical(典型的) Scottish name and he is from an old Scottish family. You know that the Scots have their own traditions with kilts ( 短褶裙) and all that. Fergus showed me his family's tartan (花格图案).

I tried some really strange food today. When we had lunch together, Fergus practically forced me to taste something called haggis. That was the first and the last time for me. I have no idea what it is made of and I don’t think I want to try any more.

Everybody here is very friendly, not just Fergus. By the way, all that talk about the Scots being mean is not right. Fergus is certainly the opposite. He says the jokes about the Scots have all been invented by the English, their traditional enemy.

Tomorrow Fergus is taking me to Glasgow. Can you believe it? I thought he would just say goodbye and walk off. But he really seems interested. Anyway, I'm looking forward to seeing bright lights and discos after all this peace and quiet. I love it here but there are more sheep than people. I hope I'll have some other sides of life in Scotland to report after tomorrow. Keep your fingers crossed! I'll keep you posted.

Love,

Nancy

1. What can we learn from the text?

A．Nancy knew much about Scotland.

B．Nancy met Fergus by chance.

C．Hamish is the name of a girl in Scotland.

D．Nancy enjoys the Scottish food.

2. What does the underlined word "invented" in paragraph 6 mean?

A．Made up.

B．Shared

C．Laughed at.

D．Understood.

3. What is the purpose of this text?

A．To advertise Scottish kilts.

B．To introduce Scottish customs.

C．To compare two different cultures.

D．To share a travelling experience in Scotland.

9 . The first thing I can tell you about Thabo, my South Africa guide, was that he is the world’s worst driver. From the airport to the heart of the city, he did 100 km per hour, bypassing lorries, motorbikes and taxi-vans crowed with people. The second thing was that he knew everybody and everything about Cape Town. This was good for me.

On the first day, Thabo took me to the suburbs with unpronounceable names — ORanjezicht — from where you can watch the sun go down on Africa. The next day we went to Cape Flats, the run-down township where the buildings were made of cardboard and rusty (生锈的）iron. It was truly vast — nearly a million people live here, side by side. Skinny dogs slid out of the way as Thabo zoomed along roads of mud and rotting rubbish. Some people waved, others stared. Children ran barefoot by the car.

Later that night we walked around the busy Victoria, Cape Town’s most fashionable area. The contrast from the township could not be greater: the smells of cooking rose from the kitchens — Asian, French, Italian. The bars and restaurants were packed, and I soon found out why. Cape Town is a paradise for gourmets (美食家), seafood-lovers and people like me, who just like eating. We went into a charming little pubs, and Thabo told me I couln’t leave Cape Town without trying some Cape seafood, so I did. It’s delicious.

On my final morning, we spent an hour sitting outside a cafe. Then we were driving again, experiencing the diverse landscape — green valleys. It was a great way to say goodbye to a place I knew only too briefly. I promised myself, and Thabo, that I would be back.

1. Why was Thabo considered the worst driver at the beginning?

A．He was a real African guide.

B．He seemed to drive fast riskily.

C．He ignored any vehicle passing by.

D．He greeted whoever he knew while driving.

2. What is the author’s impression of Cape Flats?

A．It is a beautiful area.

B．It is a lovely country.

C．It is an old dirty town.

D．It is a fashionable city.

3. What ddi the author enjoy doing in Victoria?

A．Tasting some tasty sea-food.

B．Driving fast along muddy roads.

C．Observing the sun go down on Africa.

D．Visiting the buildings made of cardboard.

4. How did the author feel when he left Cape Town?

A．Excited.	B．Uncaring.
C．Content.	D．Disappointed.

10 . Antarctica, the great white continent and one of the last true wilderness areas on earth-largely unchanged since the early explorers, is home to the world's greatest concentration of wildlife.

Antarctica Expeditions

We offer an extensive list of trips to Antarctica at the best price. You may choose the trip which you like best among our various trips, according to your needs, in terms of price, duration and the type of excursion（短途旅行）.

The Antarctic season goes from late October to March.

CRUISES	FLIGHTS
AIR-CRUISES	SAILBOATS
CRUISES Cruises to Antarctic Peninsula, Polar Circle, Weddell Sea, South Georgia, Falkland Island and mid-Atlantic Islands. Budget from $4,720 to $21,499 Length from 9 to 32 days
FLIGHTS Fly from Punta Arenas, Chile to Antarctica or to the very South Pole. Budget from $5,400 to $68,500 Length from 1 to 9 days
AIR-CRUISES Combine both sailing and flying-flying to or from Antarctica takes around 2.5 hours, making you save the 2.5-day navigation across the Drake Passage that is made in a regular cruise. Budget from $3,995 to $19,795 Length from 5 to 9 days
SAILBOATS Sail to Antarctica on board of sailboats with a capacity of 9 or 48 passengers. Budget from $7,750 to $11,600 Length from 22 to 59 days

If you're looking to experience one of the most attractive and untouched regions of the world in an unhurried way away from the crowds, we have got a trip for you!

1. According to the passage, which type of excursion might take the longest time?

A．CRUISES.	B．FLIGHTS.
C．AIR-CRUISES.	D．SAILBOATS.

2. The main purpose of this article is ____________.

A．to introduce some geographical knowledge about Antarctica

B．to help you compare the price of traveling to Antarctica

C．to give you advice on how to choose from different trips

D．to appeal to potential travelers to Antarctica

3. What can we infer from the passage?

A．The Antarctic season goes from March to late October.

B．It might take more than two days to go across the Drake Passage in a regular cruise.

C．A sailboat can carry no more than 40 passengers.

D．A cruise to the Antarctic is the cheapest.