2 . Whether you’re travelling to the islands or the mountains of Thailand, you’re likely to spend at least one night in its capital city on the way. Bangkok might be noisy and polluted but it’s also an exciting city with plenty of things to see and do. Why not make it a longer stay?

Where to stay

The Khao San Road was a famous traveller spot even before Leonardo di Caprio’s character in the film The Beach stayed there. But it’s noisy, not very pretty and not very Thai. For something more authentic, Phra Kanong offers an alternative place to stay, with its fantastic street markets where everyday Bangkok people eat, work and live. It’s not as convenient for the main tourist sites, but it has a Skytrain station so you can be at the Grand Palace in 20 minutes.

How to get around

Bangkok’s traffic can be a nightmare. Sure, you can easily take a taxi – if you want to spend hours stuck in traffic jams – but there are two much better ways to get around the city. To explore the temples and historical sites, catch an express boat river taxi or a longtail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals. For the modern part of the city, the Skytrain is a fast, cheap way to travel from the river to the shopping malls and nightlife of Sukhumvit, and the famous Chatuchak street market.

Where to eat

The simple answer is: everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a filling and delicious meal. Some food stands have little plastic seats where you can sit and eat and they cook the same dish over and over, like fried chicken on rice or Pad Thai noodles. Head for Chinatown – Yaowarat Street – and choose whatever looks most interesting from the many excellent Chinese and Thai restaurants and food stands.

1. Where can you experience local people’s life ?

A．Khao San Road.	B．Phra Kanong.
C．Sukhumvit.	D．Yaowarat Street.

2. What can we learn from the passage?

A．One night is enough time to see Bangkok.

B．The river boat taxis often get stuck in traffic too.

C．Taking the Skytrain is a faster way to see the city than going by taxi.

D．You need to choose where to eat carefully, as not everywhere is good.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A text book.	B．A science report.
C．A guidebook.	D．A book review.

3 . As the popularity of hiking vacations grows , scores of walkers have discovered hiking over trails(路线) sparks an instant connection with the land. This interaction with nature also provides fantastic exercise, combining sightseeing and workouts into one.

Inca Trail, Peru

The four-day, 27-mile trail starts outside the tiny town of Ollantaytambo and winds through a number of passes in the Andes Alone the wav the trail passes nearly a dozen archaeological sites that serve as evidence of the Inca culture.

Cape Scott Trail, British Columbia

The new five-day, 36-mile Cape Scott Trail begins gradually. From the trailhead at Cape Scott Provincial Park, the trail follows an old settler's road along a stream. The highlights of this hike are its river crossings. Hikers must pull themselves across the cable-car crossings for both water ways , an effort that leaves shoulders suffering pain from overuse. Still, the thrill of crossing wilderness rivers is hard to get anywhere in life.

Skeleton Gorge(峡谷) , South Africa

The three-day trail through Skeleton Gorge is absolutely a natural feast to the eyes. The trail begins just outside Kirstenbosch, one of eight National Botanical Gardens in the country. Starting at Cecilia Forest, the trail is flat for the first section, and then climbs steeply into the gorge. This second part of the hike is tricky, with two ladders and loose river stones to negotiate as the peak comes into view.

Larapinta Trail, Australia

Australia's Larapinta Trail, a 130-mile hike across the northern desert of the island continent, is divided into 12 sections, each of which can be completed in l or 2 days. Each section is accessible by off-road vehicle. The route itself passes some of the most spectacular natural features: Simpsons Gap, Ellery Creek Big Hole, Ormiston Gorge and Glen Helen.

1. Which trail takes the longest time?

A．Inca Trail, Peru.	B．Larapinta Trail, Australia.
C．Skeleton Gorge, South Africa.	D．Cape Scott Trail, British Columbia.

2. What attracts hikers most about Cape Scott Trail, British Columbia?

A．Little effort to complete it.

B．An old settler's road of exploring.

C．Great pleasure to swim in the stream.

D．A unique experience of crossing rivers.

3. What do Skeleton Gorge and Larapinta Trail have in common?

A．Various natural features.	B．Different botanical gardens.
C．Wonderful desert scenery.	D．Convenient off-road vehicles.

4 . The COVID -19 pandemic has affected all aspects of life, including the way we travel. But for those who are looking to expand their horizons while still staying safe, the following three travel trends in 2021 may provide inspirations. Let’s take a look.

Staycation

With many travel restrictions during the pandemic, people preferred traveling to nearby places in 2020. This trend continues in 2021. According to search data, 62 percent of people are interested in taking a vacation within driving distance of home. People who live in large cities want to get back in touch with nature. Travelers are looking for places different from their everyday accommodations, for example, farm stays, villas and cottages.

Pod travel

While 2020 saw a rise in solo travel and isolated adventures, 2021 shows that people want to be more connected. “Pod travel”, or gathering in isolated spaces with loved ones, is growing in popularity. 85 percent of survey respondents favor traveling with family or friends, and over half of the trips searched include three or more people. Pod travel is here to stay for those who want to safely be together while reducing risks associated with socializing with others.

Remote working and traveling

Many people worked and learned from home in 2020 because of the pandemic. Remote working blurs the line between working and traveling. There was a 128 percent increase in the mention of phrases such as “relocation”, “relocate”, “remote work” and “trying a new neighborhood”. People are actively booking longer stays (e. g. two plus week trips) in small to mid—size cities with access to immersive natural surroundings and wide—open spaces.

1. What can we learn about Staycation?

A．Travelling to the countryside.	B．Taking an isolated adventure.
C．Having holidays in nearby places.	D．Staying indoors all by oneself.

2. What’s special about Pod travel?

A．Traveling alone.	B．Traveling far away.
C．Traveling while working.	D．Traveling with loved ones.

3. Where might we find the text in a magazine?

A．Medicine.	B．Education.
C．Tourism	D．Career.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What should the listeners bring on Monday?

A．Food.

B．A jacket.

C．Drinks.

2. What will the listeners do on Tuesday?

A．Cycle to the mountaintop.

B．Enjoy the fantastic views.

C．Cycle to the camp.

3. When can the listeners make a purchase?

A．On Tuesday.

B．On Wednesday.

C．On Thursday.

4. Where will the listeners go on the last day?

A．To the beach.

B．To the observatory.

C．To the factory.

9 . 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.

10 . 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。

Traveling abroad is gaining more    1     (popular). Therefore, in order to leave a good impression on foreign people and avoid getting     2     (you) into trouble, it is important to know the things that you should never do when you are visiting another country. In Japan, don't tip anyone. Tipping is just not part of     3    culture. If you leave the tip on the table, they will come running after you with it. Do not enter some certain places     4    your shoes on. For example, some     5     (tradition) Japanese restaurants require you to take off shoes before     6    (enter). Just follow suit and you won't go wrong. When you're in Russia, never give even number of flowers as a gift. That's for dead people. A proper bouquet (花束) should consist of flowers with the number like 1, 3, 5, 7, etc. In some holy (神圣的) places like temples in India, trousers or dresses     7     show   anything above the ankles are considered unacceptable and therefore     8     (official) banned. This     9     (apply) to both sexes. If you're in Singapore, don't feed birds, bring pets into public, or eat or drink on public transport. All of these actions will get you     10     (fine).