1 . Broken Hill was recently awarded one of Australia’s rare National Heritage (遗产) listings, but is that reason enough to make the journey?
Broken Hill, in western New South Wales, is hardly up there as a place of interest of international reputation(名声). It’s miles from anywhere, boiling hot and lacks the more attractive elements that often make a place popular---for example, beautiful beaches, great accommodation(膳宿). But Broken Hill’s reputation is growing with its recent National Heritage Listing award.
We asked Broken Hill mayor to tell us what makes Broken Hill so great. These are some reasons he gave us to visit :
Perfect light
Broken Hill offers breathtaking scenery to discover and explore. The lively colours and perfect light have attracted film-makers and artists here for decades. From the wonders of the day comes an amazing light show at night.
The locals
We are always happy to greet people from “away”. In fact we love it when people come to town to visit. We are a friendly people who make you feel welcome. And we are pretty proud of our city.
The Palace Hotel
The home of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and just a great Broken Hill iconic(标志性的) pub. You can star in your own movie in the centre of town. It is a world-famous landmark and a good water hole for those nice warm days.
The living desert and sculptures
Located 9 km from the city, Broken Hill features 12 sandstone sculptures by artists from around the world as well as local artist Badger Bates. It displays the breathtaking beauty of the real outback (内地).
1. What is the real purpose of writing this passage?| A．To encourage readers to pay a visit to Broken Hill. |
| B．To explain the causes of awarding Broken Hill. |
| C．To list the reasons for Broken Hill’s greatness. |
| D．To express the author’s pride for Broken Hill’s award. |
| A．Its friendly local people. | B．Its Palace Hotel. |
| C．Its National Heritage Listing Award. | D．Its sandstone sculptures. |
| A．Traditional food and friendly locals | B．Pleasant climate and perfect light |
| C．Beautiful beaches and lively sculptures | D．Splendid Hotel and friendly locals |
| A．World news | B．Fashion show | C．Art | D．Travel |
2 . Now many young people are traveling around the world on their own, not because they have no one to travel with, but because they prefer to go alone.
Kristina Wegscheider from California first traveled alone when she was at college and believes that it is something everyone should do at least once in their life. “It opens up your mind to things and pushes you out of your comfort zone.” Wegscheider has visited 46 countries covering all seven continents.
In foreign countries, with no one to help you read a map, look after you if you get ill, or lend you money if your wallet is stolen, it is challenging. This is what drives young people to travel alone. It is seen as character building and a chance to prove that they can make it on their own.
Chris Richardson decided to leave his sales job in Australia to go traveling last year. He set up a website, The Aussie Nomad, to document his adventures. He says he wished he had traveled alone earlier. “The people you meet, the places you visit, or the things you do, everything is up to you and it forces you to grow as a person.” said the 30-year-old man.
Richardson describes traveling alone like “a shot in the arm”, which “makes you a more confident person that is ready to deal with anything”. He said, “The feeling of having overcome something on my own is a major part of what drives me each day when I’m dealing with a difficult task. I walk around with my head up because I know deep down inside that nothing is impossible if you try.”
The great 19thcentury explorer John Muir once said. “Only by going alone in silence can one truly get into the heart of the wilderness.
1. Which of the following will Kristina Wegscheider agree with?| A．Traveling alone is a necessary experience for everyone. |
| B．It is more meaningful to travel in foreign countries. |
| C．It is comfortable to travel around without a friend. |
| D．Traveling abroad helps people to find new things. |
| A．you have to make things on your own. |
| B．it is hard for you to prove yourself to others. |
| C．you can only depend on yourself whatever happens. |
| D．it will finally build your character. |
| A．He started traveling alone at an early age. |
| B．He was once shot in the arm. |
| C．He used to work as a salesman. |
| D．His website will inspire others to travel alone. |
| A．Travel Abroad | B．Travel Alone |
| C．Travel Light | D．Travel Wide and Far |
1.介绍旅游景点；
2.记叙旅游经历；
3.谈谈你的感受。
注意：
1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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4 . From the moment you arrive at Houtong Village in northern Taiwan, you’ll have no trouble knowing who the real stars are. There’s a cat-shaped bridge, pet food bowls on the side of the walkways, street signs with cat pictures, cat-themed cafes and, of course, furry friends wandering freely everywhere.
In the early 1900s, Houtong, in New Taipei City, was the biggest and most technologically advanced coal-mining site in Taiwan. It was a prosperous town with about 6,000 residents and workers, before the mine fell into disuse in 1990.
As most young residents moved away for better opportunities, Houtong became a sleepy village with about 100 residents. But in 2010, Houtong gained popularity after a cat-lover and photographer started blogging about the village’s growing stray (无主的) cat population.
Houtong was transformed into a cat-lover sight while also providing a source of income for local villagers. Many of the stray cats, now given affectionate nicknames, are taken care of by local villagers as well as a troop of volunteers.
In addition to the village’s many cute kitty-themed shops and cafes, the local government has also seized the opportunity to highlight its long history.
An award-winning pedestrian cat bridge was built. A cat information and education center opened in 2014, featuring higher cat walkways in front of the building. A museum park dedicated to the town’s former mining life opened in 2010, later hosting a cat lantern festival in 2012.
But Houtong, now under the spotlight, isn’t completely perfect. According to local reports, the town has become an attraction for those looking for a place to abandon their unwanted pets. During the most recent survey, it was estimated that the village is now home to about 286 cats—50 heads more than two years ago.
With the constant patting and feeding from visitors, some also flagged concerns about the health of the furry residents. The department works with local residents and volunteers to vaccinate (接种疫苗) the cats and provide regular medical treatment. Signs have been set up around town advising visitors how to behave while also pleading for the pet owners’ responsibility.
1. Why does Houtong become popular recently?| A．Because it is a town with the biggest coal-mining site. |
| B．Because it is a town with a long history. |
| C．Because it is a town where the mine falls into disuse. |
| D．Because it is a town featuring cats culture. |
| A．Young residents moved far away for better opportunities. |
| B．The development of the village cannot meet the demands. |
| C．There are not enough volunteers in the village. |
| D．The cats are not in good health condition. |
| A．Applying. | B．Begging. |
| C．Fighting. | D．Registering. |
5 . There are various reasons why people travel. Some tourists go to see battlefields or other historic remains. Others are looking for culture, or simply want to have their pictures taken in front of famous places. Most European tourists are looking for a sunny beach to lie on.
Northern Europeans are willing to pay a lot of money for the sun because they have so little of it. People of cities like London, Copenhagen and Amsterdam spend much of their winter in the dark because the days are so short, and much of the rest of the year in the rain. This is the reason why the Mediterrancan has always attracted them.
Every summer many people travel to Mediterranean resorts and beaches for their vacation. They all come for the same reason: sun! The huge crowds mean lots of money for the economics of Mediterranean countries. Italy’s 30,000 hotels are booked without a break every summer. And 13 million people camp on French beaches, parks and roadsides. About 37 million tourists visit there yearly, or one tourist for each person living in Spain.
But there are signs that the area is getting more tourism than it can deal with. The Mediterrancan is already one of the most polluted seas on earth. None of these, however, is ruining anyone’s fun. Obviously, they don’t go there for clean water. They allow traffic jams and seem to like crowded beaches. They don’t even mind the pollution. No matter how dirty the water is, the coastline still looks beautiful. And as long as the sun shines, ifs still better than sitting in the cold rain in Berlin, London, or Olso.
1. Europeans travel mostly for the reason that ___________.| A．they are interested in different cultural and social customs |
| B．they want to see some famous historic sites |
| C．they would1 like to take pictures in front of famous places |
| D．they wish to escape from the cold and darkness |
| A．all the 37 million people living in Spain are tourists |
| B．there are a large number of tourists visiting Spain |
| C．every person living in Spain has to take care of a tourist |
| D．every family in Spain is visited by a tourist every year |
| A．Polluted water. | B．Crowded buses. | C．Rainy weather. | D．Traffic jams. |
| A．People travel for different reasons. | B．Travelling causes a lot of problems. |
| C．Northern Europeans travel for sun. | D．Europeans are fond of travelling. |
6 . The Anne Frank House opened on 3 May, 1960 and over the years attracted a growing number of visitors to see the diary place. Last year visitor number reached 1.25 million and long lines were commonly seen outside the museum.
What you can see
You can go to the Diary Room at the back of the house through a door hidden by a bookshelf. Here you will see Anne's diary in addition to some of her other books.
The film Reflections in the central hall shows what Anne Frank's diary and life story meant to 22 writers, actors, visitors and people who knew Anne.
A new audio tour is added. It is especially suitable for children aged from about 10 years. With their own headset, each visitor can have a quieter tour in the museum. The audio tour provides services in 9 languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese and Spanish.
Important information for Anne Frank House tour
Tips for visitors
Lines can get very long in summer. Visiting it when it opens or shortly before it closes is usually the best way to beat the lines. It takes about an hour to see everything so you don't have to put aside a huge part of your day for this.
There are no official tours, but all things are written in English as well as Dutch. Visitors can buy a 30-minute audio(only in English)media to get the necessary background knowledge before the tour.
1. What can a visitor do in the central hall?| A．Watch Reflections. | B．Talk to Anne's friends. |
| C．See Anne's diary. | D．Meet writers and actors. |
| A．€5. | B．€5.5. | C．€10. | D．€10.5. |
| A．about 8:00 | B．after 10:00 | C．before 19:00 | D．around 21:00 |
7 . The London Pass is the final sightseeing package that has been specially tailor-made for visitors to the city. It allows holders to make the most out of their trip, saving them both time and money. With the London Pass you will get the following:
·Free entry to your choice of over 60 popular attractions, tours, sights and museums
·A useful 160-page Guidebook about the attractions plus helpful tips about the city
·Ability to skip the lines at the selected attractions to save time
·Optional Travel card to cover all of your transport needs
The London Pass Saves You Money
London can bean expensive city, and its tourist attractions are no exception. However, go sightseeing with a London Pass and you could make some great savings. Take a look at the normal gate price for some popular London attractions: Tower of London £19.00; Thames River Cruise £19.00; Windsor Castle £17.00; London Bridge Experience £23.00; St Paul’s Cathedral £15.00. Visiting those five attractions will cost well over £89. With a London Pass, these and many more attractions won’t cost you a penny.
The London Pass Saves You Time
London is a popular destination. Therefore, attractions and sights do get very busy. Waiting inline can sometimes take hours from your sightseeing experience—that’s why London Pass holders get to skip the queue at key attractions such as Tower of London, Windsor Castle and London Bridge Experience. Also, the map of London and the information about the city’s public transportation system available in our Guidebook help plan the perfect sightseeing itinerary to maximize your time in the city.
Practical Information
Adult ticket: From £43. 00
Address: Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H OEP
THL: 01664 485020
1. With a London pass, you are expected to spend ______ when visiting Tower of London and Windsor Castle.| A．£43. 00 | B．nothing | C．£89.00 | D．£36.00 |
| A．One doesn’t need to wait inline in all tourist attractions in London. |
| B．One can enjoy all the tourist services in London with exactly forty-three pounds. |
| C．One can enter over 60 tourist attractions, sights and museums at a low price |
| D．One can choose the Travel card that suits his transport needs in London. |
| A．an English textbook | B．a newspaper |
| C．a travel brochure | D．an encyclopedia |
8 . It is generally believed that tourism is very important for any country.
Forests are cut down to make way for tourism
Rapid growth of tourism in an area always creates a huge need for more buildings. Forests are cut down to make space for parking lots and theme parks or hotels.
Tourism causes noise pollution
Places that attract big crowds of tourists every year produce loud noise either from the cars or loud music played by visitors.
Tourism causes light pollution
Tourists are leaving behind mountains of trash
Seeing plastic cups and glass bottles around sea shores by the beaches isn't something new. It has become a common sight, especially in those places most frequently visited by tourists.
| A．But without good plans |
| B．Blinding light hurts humans' health |
| C．Without enough trees to clean the air |
| D．Visitors are leaving trash in the mountains, too |
| E．Much of the plastic trash ends up inside sea animals |
| F．Light pollution is another serious problem from tourism |
| G．Such loud sound is very bad for both humans and animals |
9 . July 20, 2021 marks the 52th anniversary of the first moon landing. The National Space Center will provide you with super-size space experiences: a giant Earth model, a domed planetarium （穹顶天文台） and a 42-meter rocket tower. It's all under cover so it's a good place to visit on a rainy day.
Ticket
It's not cheap-adult $15, 5-to-16-year-olds $12-but once you've paid you can revisitas many times as you want in a year, and admission is free for kids under five.
Opening hours
10 am-4 pm Monday to Friday, 10 am-5 pm weekends and school holidays.
What about lunch?
The Boosters Cafe serves reasonably priced hot and cold snacks and drinks at the foot of the center's two rockets. The cafe offers vegetarian (素食的)option too.
Exit through the gift shop?
It's stocked with souvenirs including books, games and telescopes. Some are quite pricey. The gift shop is the first thing you pass on entry and also the last thing you see as you leave.
1. What gifts can you buy in the Center?| A．Rockets. | B．Telescopes. | C．Pencils. | D．Earth models. |
| A．It is free for kids under 6. | B．It has two gift shops. |
| C．It is vegetarian-friendly. | D．It is open at night in holidays. |
| A．Holiday plans. | B．Space experiences. |
| C．Suggestions for visiting the Center. | D．Information about the Center |
10 . Multiple Tour Dates in 2020 & 2021
This is the most exciting tour to Egypt ever offered! Led by the world’s most famous archaeologist, Dr. Zahi Hawass, The Royal Tour to Egypt provides unparalleled access to the wonders of Ancient Egypt. Unlike conventional tours，only the Royal Tour offers its participants VIP entry to areas of the ancient sites closed to the general public. Visit the Giza Pyramids and Luxor Temple outside of regular opening hours for a more intimate and crowd-free experience. Have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to stand between the paws of the Great Sphinx (狮身人面像) instead of seeing it from the viewing platform. You will hear secrets never told before and spend time in the esteemed company of Dr. Mostafa Waziri，Egypt’s Head of Antiquities. Former First Lady，Mrs. Jehan Sadat，will host you in the living place of Egypt’s late president Anwar Sadat—an experience normally reserved for royalty and heads of state.
Travel like a Pharaoh (法老) with first-class service from start to finish! Tour dates and more information:
www.royalegypt.com
contact@archaeologicalpaths.com
US phone: 917-719-1974
| A．It offers a chance to have close contact with the Great Sphinx. |
| B．Its participants have access to the wonders open to the public. |
| C．Its participants can travel with a Pharaoh all through the tour. |
| D．It is free of charge to visit the Giza Pyramids and Luxor Temple. |
| A．Being led by a famous archaeologist. |
| B．Being told the stories by the current president. |
| C．Being accompanied by Egypt’s Head of Antiquities. |
| D．Being received by the former First Lady in her house. |
| A．By text-messaging. | B．By reading the guidebook. |
| C．By visiting the website. | D．By calling the agent in Egypt. |
