2 . The Gold Coast family holidays are always great fun whether you are from Australia or from abroad. There are beautiful beaches, adventure parks, nature parks and so much more.

There are so many sights to see here. It is a pity to drive in a car and you’ll miss a great part of it. Australia is home to many animals and birds that can only be seen when moving slowly and going into the areas that they live.

When you are on a bicycle, you have the strength of being able to stop whenever you want to see an interesting animal or bird that you have never seen before. It is a quieter mode (方式) of transportation as well, so you might even be able to take a picture. When you are on the beach, you can breathe that clean air and view the beauty of the water and sand. It is a totally different experience from either simply sunbathing or passing it in a car.

There are many choices of hiring a bicycle to experience the Gold Coast attractions. There are stores that will fit a bike perfectly to your size. These bikes for both adults and children are in many styles and colors to please any taste. If you have ever wanted to try a tandem bike (双人单车), now is your chance, because they have those too.

A bicycle hire on Gold Coast is something that everyone should try at least once. This is a wonderful chance for anyone who likes to cycle and it is also a cheap way to travel with your family.

1. You’d better not drive in a car on Gold Coast because ________.

A．you will break the traffic rules

B．you will cause much noise

C．you can’t enjoy the beautiful sights well

D．you can’t drive into some parks

2. The following advantages of hiring bikes are mentioned EXCEPT that ________.

A．you can take photos of animals

B．it is a cheap way of traveling

C．you can get a clearer sight of animals

D．it is a good way to do sunbathing

3. Which of the following words has the same meaning as the word underlined in the third paragraph?

A．advantage

B．weakness

C．appearance

D．disadvantage

4. What is paragraph 4 mainly about?

A．How to hire bikes on Gold Coast.

B．What kinds of bikes there are in stores.

C．What bikes are the most popular.

D．Who can hire bikes on Gold Coast.

3 . The “happiest place on earth” is a top destination on many families' bucket lists (人生目标清单). But taking a vacation to Disney World can be difficult to do on a budget. There are some considerations that you can make to reduce the cost of your Disney World vacation.

1. Come Prepared

Plan ahead so that you don't have to purchase a necessity at Disneyland that you could have brought from home. For example, check the weather so that you don't need to buy a raincoat or an umbrella.

2. Buy Souvenirs in Advance

Disney has influenced practically every industry, which makes it easy to find Disney items anywhere, from Walmart, Target, and your local grocery stores to department stores and Amazon. You can save a lot of money by purchasing items before your trip at these less expensive places than at Disneyland.

3. Make an Autograph Book

An autograph book is seen as a must­have by many Disneyland enthusiasts and is a memory you can take home with you. These books can cost anywhere from 7.95 to 19.95 at the Disney Store and up to $30 for the latest­and­greatest autograph book at Disneyland, such as the park's 60th anniversary editions. Other choices can get the job done for under $5. For example, you can buy a small photo album, cute pads or notebooks.

4. Take Advantage of Discounts Offered to Special Groups

Disney offers a wide variety of discounts, including military service members, college students, teachers, and youth groups. If you think you might qualify for a special discount or group rate, call the Disneyland Resort to book tickets.

1. Where can it take you more money to buy souvenirs?

A．At Amazon.	B．At Disneyland.
C．At Walmart.	D．At department stores.

2. How much do you pay for the park's 60th anniversary autograph book?

A．$30.	B．$19.95.
C．$7.95.	D．$5.

3. Who can enjoy the low­priced tickets?

A．All the young people.	B．All the doctors.
C．All the students.	D．All the teachers.

4 . When I was trying to find a place where to spend my December holidays, I met by chance some cheap flights to Iceland. After checking just a few winter pictures of Iceland, I realized that the country, known as the land of fire and ice, during the cold months of the year could offer me experiences I had never had before.

For sure you can’t miss the chance to go to Iceland in winter if your traveling wish list includes at least one of the crazy experiences Iceland can offer. Iceland in the North Atlantic Ocean is a paradise ( 乐 园 ) for all those who want to see the northern lights, experience cold weather conditions and put themselves in geothermal ( 地 热 的 ) baths while the snow is falling on their head.

The best way to move around Iceland is with a rental car. Distances are huge and public transport in winter is not really common out of the major towns. As we wanted to be even more convenient we decided to rent a small camper ( 野 营 车 ). Sleeping and cooking in a camper saved us a lot of driving, money and gave us the chance to be always in the right place at the right time.

There were also no locals and in many cases no tourist facilities (设备). For us, as we slept in a camper, it was easier. But for tourists traveling by normal cars it is necessary to check the opening times of hotels and restaurants as many of them run just from June to September.

It is amazing to experience how the weather is changing in Iceland. However, Icelanders prefer to stay inside their houses. They have even no time to complain about the weather in December. All they care about is Christmas. They love to decorate their houses, sing Christmas songs and eat typical Christmas food.

1. Why is Iceland famous as the land of fire and ice?

A．Because tourists would like to play with fire on the ice.

B．Because it is too dry to easily cause fire to happen.

C．Because it is hot inside a house and cold outside.

D．Because there exist hot springs and freezing ice.

2. What did the author think of the rented camper?

A．It was not only practical but also economical.

B．It was convenient but cost them more money.

C．It provided the best chance to see the new country.

D．It was much faster than other public transport.

3. What does the last paragraph imply?

A．The Icelanders prefer to live with their family.

B．The joy of Christmas drives the freezing weather away.

C．December is the coldest month of the year.

D．The Icelanders are always positive and stay outside.

4. What does this passage most probably come from?

A．A textbook	B．A scientific report
C．A travel magazine	D．A news report

5 . How to make your solo road trips wonderful

Though road trips are often considered group adventures across unknown lands, more and more people have decided to go on the journey alone. Driving for hours by yourself is tiring, but it can be rewarding once you reach your destination.    1     Here are several tips to make your solo road trip even more amazing.

Do some research on the routes. Have a day-to-day itinerary (旅程计划) that is fairly flexible.     2     Not only will it become a souvenir once you finish the trip, but it will also be something to depend on if your Google Map fails.

It's good if you have some friends who live along the route you have planned.

    3     This will make the journey much more fulling and memorable while preventing loneliness.

    4     Use good judgement. Don't talk to people who seem suspicious. Don't stop in places that are largely forbidden. Never give too much information about where you're headed. Don't walk around unfamiliar places at night.

Though you might not be much of a writer, you can still practice your writing skills and broadcast your adventures through social media. If sharing online is not your thing, simply keep a journal. Write about what has inspired you, what you ate or what you saw.     5    

A．You won't regret writing everything down.

B．You will be grateful for having made this journey.

C．Going on a solo road trip is all about being cautious,

D．Not everyone has the same concerns about their road trips.

E．Give them a call and see if you can stop by for a day or two.

F．When it's time to decide, search the Internet for more information.

G．Also, why not consider planning everything out on a traditional paper map?

6 . 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。

China's first artificial intelligence（AI）theme park opened to public in early November,   after 10 months repair of a municipal（市政的）park in northern Beijing. Newly    1    （apply）to the Al theme park, driverless shuttle buses and smart lamp posts can record exercise data. Besides, intelligent speakers that can    2    （instant）respond to human instructions have been installed in Haidian Park,     3    covers about 34 hectares near the Fourth Ring Road.

The district government of Haidian and Internet company Baidu signed    4    agreement in January to jointly explore “smart city”    5    （build）. Haidian Park, which received about 1.2 million tourists last year, was chosen    6    （run） the pilot program. “A total of 10 government    7    （department）and companies have participated in the rebuilding    8    the park over the past 10 months," said Che Jianguo from the district's park administration office.

In recent years, Chinese high-tech companies    9    （set）foot in the AI industry, while the government also stressed in October that it would boost the development of the    10    （country）new generation of artificial intelligence.

7 . I’ve always wanted to travel ever since I was young.    1    I deeply believe travel makes me richer, not in my wallet, but in my intelligence.

    2    In general, I have a very hard time trusting people, mostly because I worry they’ll lie or take advantage of me. Yet travel reminds me that so many kind-hearted, brave, and intelligent people exist in the world.

What’s more, exploring the world builds incredible self-confidence. I’m able to accept and embrace my weaknesses more easily after traveling somewhere epic (壮丽的) and having time to reflect.    3    Travel gives me a chance to push beyond them and even accept them for what they are.

Travel forces me to return to nature and promote a deeper appreciation for the earth. I breathe fresh air in both clear lakes and green mountains.    4    I’m even willing to be part of nature.

Travel has made me a stronger person, and I couldn’t imagine my life without endless plane tickets and backpacks. Breaking my comfort zone strengthens my self-pride. It‘s a precious gift, the best one I can give myself. I feel like I have a deeper appreciation for the world now. I’m not as closed off or shallow, and consider myself very receptive to different opinions and ways of life.    5    

A．We all have disadvantages.

B．The fresh air fills my lungs.

C．Travel has calmed my anxiety.

D．Travel makes me a better person.

E．Travel restores my faith in people.

F．I want to make friends through travelling.

G．The idea of travel lives inside my brain all the time.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where is Disney World?

A．In Florida.

B．In Southern California.

C．In the United Kingdom.

2. How many hotels did Disney World have when it opened?

A．One.

B．Two.

C．Three.

3. What is the most popular thing to do at Disney World?

A．Play golf.

B．Go to the water park.

C．Visit the Magic Kingdom.

4. When did Disneyland open?

A．In1955.

B．In 1971.

C．In 1975.

9 . Road Trip Planning

There are so many things to consider when planning a road trip, especially if you want to make it a great one. Think about it, with what little vacation time we have these days, don’t you want your vacation to be the kind that you remember forever and talk about for years to come?     1     Here are some ways to approach all the information to help you plan your vacation.

Select Your Destination

First, you have to select a destination. There are many articles that include trip ideas, free road trip plans and tips about specific destinations.

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This is where the FUN comes in! Road trip games are always a great idea, and the longer your trip is, the more you’ll enjoy them. Creating your own soundtrack (原声带) is another key to a fun road trip. Whenever you hear those songs long after your trip, they will bring memories flooding back and a smile to your face.

Pack for Your Trip

Before you go, you’ve got to figure out what to pack. This road trip planning guide covers every kind of trip from camping to family to Spring Break to romantic.    3    

Save Money

    4     Not necessarily. Things can add up fast. The tips here will help you cut corners a little, making your vacation more affordable.

Maximize (使最大化) Your Travel Experience

Having traveled all over the world since I was a child, I’ve learned to get the most out of traveling.    5     It’s an inner journey as well. Growing as a person while on a road trip or any kind of vacation is the best kind of souvenir (纪念品) to bring home.

Enjoy this road trip planning guide and get ready to plan your best road trip yet!

A．Prepare Some Games and Songs

B．Note Your Home and Road Safety

C．Travel is more than just going to a place.

D．I learned the hard way about planning, too.

E．However, without the right planning, that may not happen!

F．Some people might say “Isn’t a road trip itself cheap?”

G．There are also some tips about packing a suitcase and creating a packing list.

10 . It was summer, and my dad wanted to treat me to a vacation like never before. He decided to take me on a trip to the Wild West.

We took a plane to Albuquerque, a big city in the state of New Mexico. We reached Albuquerque in the late afternoon. Uncle Paul, my dad’s friend, picked us up from the airport and drove us up to his farm in Pecos.

His wife Tina cooked us a delicious dinner and we got to know his sons Ryan and Kyle. My dad and I spent the night in the guestroom of the farm house listening to the frogs and water rolling down the river nearby. Very early in the morning, Uncle Paul woke us up to have breakfast. "The day starts at dawn on my farm," he said. After breakfast, I went to help Aunt Tina feed the chickens, while my dad went with Uncle Paul to take the sheep out to graze(吃草). I was impressed to see my dad and Uncle Paul riding horses. They looked really cool.

In the afternoon, I asked Uncle Paul if I could take a horse ride, and he said yes, as long as my dad went with me. I wasn’t going to take a horse ride by myself anyway. So, my dad and I put on our new cowboy hats, got on our horses, and headed slowly towards the mountains. "Don’t be late for supper," Uncle Paul cried, "and keep to the track so that you don’t get lost!" "OK! " my dad cried back. After a while Uncle Paul and his farm house were out of sight. It was so peaceful and quiet and the colors of the brown rocks, the deep green pine trees, and the late afternoon sun mixed to create a magic scene. It looked like a beautiful woven(编织的) blanket spread out upon the ground just for us.

Suddenly a little rabbit jumped out in front of my horse.

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