1 . The following small European villages will provide you with a chance to experience the beauty of nature and a sense of adventure, from climbing a mountain to taking a dive in the ocean.

Deià, Spain

Hidden between the towering Tramuntana Mountain and the blue Mediterranean, the village’s natural beauty inspires not just writers and painters, but adventure-seekers, too. From this peaceful village, cyclists can ride across this mountainous but bike-friendly region. After working up a sweat, they can go to the best beach, Cala Deià, in Spain. Its waters are perfect for giving the tired muscles a break with a relaxing dive.

Mürren, Switzerland

In Mürren, the fun starts before you arrive. This beautiful Swiss village sits on a Bernese Oberland mountain shelf so high that travelers must arrive by cable car. Like many mountain resort towns these days, Mürren offers year-round activities. Besides downhill skiing in winter, brave climbers can enjoy themselves from June to October, with or without a guide.

San Gimignano, Italy

In the Middle Age, wealthy families of this hill town went on a tower-building competition. At one point there were more than 70 towers, some of which were nearly 200 feet in height. Initially built as defenses in wars with neighboring villages, the towers became symbols of wealth and fame. Today, the village draws both history and wine lovers. Visitors can enjoy the famous white wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, at the tasting centers which overlook the surrounding grape hills.

Chipping Campden, England

Arguably the loveliest village in England, Chipping Campden isn’t just a photographer’s dream. It is also known for the annual Olympic Games in summer, a 400-year tradition that copies the Greek Olympics. It includes horseracing, coursing, jumping, backswords and country dancing. But the highlight is the wrestling that thankfully has never caught on anywhere else.

1. What can visitors do in Mürren?

A．Ski and climb mountains.	B．Ride bikes and dive in the sea.
C．Enjoy the Olympic Games.	D．Learn from writers and painters.

2. Which place is most likely to be a wine lover’s top choice?

A．Deià.

B．Mürren.

C．San Gimignano.

D．Chipping Campden.

3. What is the unique game at the Olympic Games?

A．Horseracing.

B．Coursing.

C．Wrestling.

D．Jumping.

2 . Exploring Wildlife Conservation in Kenya

Day 1: Nairobi, Kenya

Arrive at the airport in Nairobi, where our staff will be on hand to drive you to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel

Day 2: Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

A charter flight (包机) brings us to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, a 62,000-acre grassland on the north of Mount Kenya. Considered a model in the conservation field, this healthy wildlife habitat is home to a number of rare species, including the giraffe, the Grevy’s zebra, and African wild dogs. Lewa and the neighboring Borana Conservancy also harbor roughly 15 percent of Kenya’s entire rhino population.

Accommodation: Elewana Lewa Safari Camp

Day 3: Amboseli National Park

Fly by private charter to Amboseli National Park, where vast grasslands are irrigated by underground runoff streams from Mount Kilimanjaro. These landscapes provide a habitat for hundreds of elephants, making the park one of the best places in Africa to spot these large creatures. The travel begins on the drive to Tortilis Camp, set within view of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Accommodation: Tortilis Camp

Day 4: Masai Mara National Reserve

At first light, head out to track the animals that crossed the area during the night. This area has one of the highest concentrations of large predators (捕食性动物) in all of Africa. Then watch large groups of hippos in the Mara River and crocodiles sunbathing on the shore.

Accommodation: Kichwa Tembo Camp

1. On which day will you visit Lewa Wildlife Conservancy?

A．Day 1.

B．Day 2.

C．Day 3.

D．Day 4.

2. Which is the best place to watch African elephants?

A．Tamarind Tree Hotel.	B．Kichwa Tembo Camp.
C．Amboseli National Park.	D．Borana Conservancy.

3. What is special about Masai Mara National Reserve?

A．It provides the best sunbath.

B．It features the Grevy’s zebra.

C．It is located near an airport.

D．It is home to large predators.

3 . Explore China’s Ancient Water Towns

Nanxun

This water town typically draws smaller crowds. The architecture is a unique mix of traditional Chinese and Western styles. As you walk along the ancient canals, you’re likely to see locals playing cards or having tea outdoors. The town dates back to the Chunyou Period of the Song Dynasty, between the years of 1241 to 1252. Today, it’s considered to be the best destination for weddings.

Tongli

Tongli is considered a mini Venice, with nearly every building on or by a canal. The town itself is composed of seven small islands, separated by 15 canals and joined by more than 40 bridges—plus, five lakes surround the town itself. Tongli is more than 1,000 years old, and the oldest bridge in the town dates back to the Song Dynasty, which began in the year 960. Visitors here should check out the wedding museum, which has antique Chinese wedding clothes and items on display.

Zhouzhuang

This is the most famous and most commercialized ancient water town in China. The architecture here dates back more than 900 years, with about 60 original brick archways and 100 original courtyards. More recently, a tower called Quanfu Temple was built in 1987. Climb to the top to get the best view of the ancient town. Or for a more authentic experience, visit Chengxu Taoist Temple, which was built between 1086 and 1093. It’s one of the most famous Taoist temples in the area.

Xitang

Xitang separates itself from other water towns with sheltered waterside streets, allowing locals and guests to comfortably walk alongside the canals even during the rainy season. Thanks to a less commercial atmosphere, visitors will be rewarded with opportunities that aren’t likely to be found in other water towns-like fishing with locals on the canals and having dinner on a boat. Xitang is truly ancient, dating back to the Warring States Period of 476 BC to 221 BC.

1. Which town will an ancient Chinese wedding culture lover most probably prefer?

A．Nanxun.

B．Xitang.

C．Tongli.

D．Zhouzhuang.

2. When was Quanfu Temple built?

A．In 900.

B．In 1086.

C．In 1093.

D．In 1987.

3. What is unique about Xitang?

A．Its famous Taoist temples.	B．Its sheltered waterside streets.
C．Its various ancient bridges.	D．Its commercial atmosphere.

4 . A couple has completed a tiring 4,500-mile bike ride around Europe in the shape of an enormous bicycle, in a creative attempt to promote sustainable travel.

Accompanied by their dog Zola, David Smith, 35, and Arianna Saraghi, 40, rode through seven countries to create the striking image, motivated by their desire to raise awareness about climate change. After completing their 7237-kilometer journey earlier this week, the pair said they had narrowly beaten the Guinness World Record for the largest GPS drawing made by any mode of transport.

They are also, unsurprisingly, confident that they have traced the biggest ever GPS bicycle, estimating that theirs is roughly 600 miles wide. “Being able to see it on^ the map is mainly a relief,” Ms Saraghi said after recounting the problems they had along the way.

They initially set off in the summer of 2019, armed with a computer-designed route which they had followed to avoid cycling through Paris’Charles de Gaulle Airport. However, they were forced to stop after Ms Saraghi sustained a knee injury.

The Anglo-Italian couple tried again that winter, before giving up because it was too cold to camp. The Covid-19 pandemic then delayed the trip’s completion by another two years. “We had so many obstacles. When we started this time we were thinking—what can go wrong this time? We felt we had let people down by not completing it, and our life felt kind of stuck. So we’re very happy,” Ms Saraghi said.

The pair said they want people who see the GPS image to consider cycling shorter journeys rather than choosing to drive. “Cycling is cheaper, it’s healthy, it’s fun, and it’s often pretty fast. Please give it a second and consider if there is an alternative to the car- there may not be, but often there is,” Mr Smith told The Independent. The 35-year-old added that they also hope politicians, who come across their GPS bicycle are motivated to improve cycling infrastructure (基础设施) to encourage the public to travel sustainably where possible.

1. What was the purpose of the couple’s bike ride?

A．To enjoy a journey with their dog.

B．To encourage green travel on bikes.

C．To give warnings on climate change.

D．To create a striking means of transport.

2. What does the couple think of their journey?

A．Long and comfortable.	B．Creative and inspiring.
C．Relaxing and relieving.	D．Challenging and profitable.

3. Why do the couple feel happy?

A．They successfully improved public facilities.

B．They let people down due to many obstacles.

C．They realized the dream of changing their life.

D．They finally meet the expectation of the public.

4. Which of the following would the couple agree with?

A．In many cases cycling can be an alternative to driving.

B．The GPS bicycle can inspire people to give up driving.

C．Better urban infrastructure prevents sustainable travel.

D．Cycling is cheaper, funnier and faster than driving a car.

5 . Borneo is home to some of the most extraordinary wildlife. Several years ago, I decided to go there for a visit. A local person offered to be my guide, which was a great bonus for me.

One day, my guide turned off the smooth road and took me across a ________ hillside instead. We picked our way carefully when ________, a Rafflesia (大王花) popped into my view among those stones. Oh, dear! More than ________, I bent down and put my nose practically inside the flower’s core.

________, to my surprise, it was only one of the ________ during the trip.

As I ________ the end of my trip, there was still something I had yet to see. We planned to ________ most feared creature there, the saltwater crocodile, which can grow to a ________ of 6 meters or more. When we shone a flashlight towards the muddy shore, little sounds ________ in the darkness as if something unseen underwater had broken the ________ Taking a second look, we spotted two greedy ________ just above the water line. As we drew near, it ________ and we saw clearly it was a crocodile. With great caution, we neared it and finally could ________ its true dimensions. It was a baby-no more than 0. 6 meter long. Aha, whatever, I could now report to the ________ back home, who had never been to Borneo, that I had ________ a hungry crocodile in the wild and lived to tell the tale.

The world out there is so fascinating. Don’t let work run your life. Why not step outdoors and enjoy the wonders nature offers to you?

1.

A．rolling

B．spectacular

C．rough

D．breathtaking

2.

A．suddenly

B．literally

C．definitely

D．ultimately

3.

A．alarmed

B．pleased

C．concerned

D．upset

4.

A．Nevertheless

B．Besides

C．Instead

D．Therefore

5.

A．desires

B．motivations

C．destinations

D．highlights

6.

A．suspended

B．suspected

C．approached

D．valued

7.

A．hold onto

B．pick up

C．reflect on

D．hunt for

8.

A．width

B．length

C．height

D．size

9.

A．emerged

B．paused

C．continued

D．declined

10.

A．mud

B．surface

C．ground

D．shore

11.

A．crocodiles

B．mouths

C．eyes

D．teeth

12.

A．moved

B．sank

C．hid

D．escaped

13.

A．work out

B．let out

C．figure out

D．make out

14.

A．victims

B．opponents

C．folks

D．guides

15.

A．challenged

B．encountered

C．terrified

D．chased

6 . Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen, is by far the largest city in the country. Here, you’ll find a multitude of tourist attractions to please even the pickiest of travelers. For ideas on the best places to visit in this magical city, read our list of the top attractions in Copenhagen.

Tivoli Gardens

It’s impossible to miss the grand entrance of the famous Tivoli amusement park and pleasure gardens dating from 1843 at Vesterbrogade. Here, visitors are welcomed through a dramatic archway and you will also find more than 20 attractions including a roller coaster, roundabouts, halls of mirrors, puppets and other entertainment facilities for your family of all ages. No matter what time of year you visit, Tivoli feels festive. At Christmas, Tivoli becomes an extravagantly decorated wonderland. The park is famous worldwide and appears in many movies.

National Museum of Denmark

An easy 10-minute walk from Tivoli along Vestergade brings you to the National Museum, a must-see attraction for anyone with an interest in Danish history and culture. It was established in 1807 and has been the biggest cultural and historic museum in this country. Some impressive runic stones are on display here, and the Danish history collection includes a sun chariot, antiquities and coins. You’ll also find collections from other interesting areas including Asia, Africa and Oceania, as well as the culture of the Indians.

Christiansborg Palace

On the tiny island of Slotsholmen is the Danish seat of government and an attraction that should top any visitor’s agenda. Christiansborg boasts more than 800 years of history and today, the palace is home to the Parliament, the Prime Minister’s Office, and the Supreme Court. In addition, several parts are still used by the Royal House, although thankfully, much is open to the public. Opening hours for each section of the palace can vary since they are in use, so be sure to reserve ahead if you are interested in a specific area.

The Round Tower

The Round Tower is a 36-meter-high structure built as an observatory in 1642. It now also houses a small collection connected with the famous Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe. A particular treat is the platform. From the top are magnificent views over the city. A new attraction is the glass floor hovering 25 meters above the ground where you can peer down into the castle’s core.

1. Which attraction do you need to book in advance?

A．Christiansborg Palace.

B．Tivoli Gardens.

C．National Museum of Denmark.

D．The Round Tower.

2. What can you enjoy on The Round Tower?

A．Stay overnight in the tower.

B．Have a lunch on the platform.

C．Walk into the castle’s core.

D．Overlook the beautiful scenery of the city.

3. What can we learn from the text?

A．You are supposed to find a lot of antiquities from Asia in Tivoli Gardens.

B．It is not too far to walk from Tivoli Garden to the National Museum of Denmark.

C．Tivoli Gardens has the longest history among the four tourist attractions in Denmark.

D．National Museum of Denmark is the best choice if you want to know more about puppets.

7 . As a popular tour operator, Travel China Guide designs a lot of China tour packages (旅游套餐) for foreigners with the best-selling travel deals to wonderful must see destinations and offers the best quality services. We warmly invite you to join us on an exciting vacation. Today we will offer you a three days’ private Zhangjiajie in-depth tour.

Day 1 Arrival in Zhangjiajie

Welcome to this charming city, Zhangjiajie. Your guide and driver will pick you up at the airport and drive you to the hotel we booked for you ahead of time. The rest time of the day remains free for you to relax.

Day 2 Glass Bridge in Zhangjiajie

Today, your private Zhangjiajie tour will start with a visit to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, where you will have a chance to experience the world’s longest and highest glass bridge, Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge. In addition to an unforgettable experience, it will also give you a special angle to enjoy the beauty of the Grand Valley

Afterwards, your guide will lead you to the Baofeng Lake where you will take a scenic boat ride. When you finish visiting the scenic area, the driver will send you back to the hotel.

Day 3 Away From Zhangjiajie

Today your Zhangjiajie tour will continue to go to the Tianmen Mountain, known as the most beautiful “Hanging Garden” in the world. Tianmen Mountain is named after a natural wonder, Tianmen Cave, which is a naturally formed hole among thousand-metre high cliffs. In addition to this wonder, you may also see different old trees, green vines and rare animals there.

Your three-day Zhangjiajie tour package will come to an end here. You will then be driven to the airport and we will say goodbye there. If you want to have your China tour schedule further, we will be glad to provide detailed information.

1. What will the visitors do on Day 1?

A．Book a hotel.	B．Drive to a hotel.
C．Start with a visit.	D．Spend time relaxing freely.

2. What can visitors enjoy on Day 3?

A．The Grand Valley.	B．The Baofeng Lake.
C．The Tianmen Mountain.	D．Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge.

3. What can we know about Travel China Guide from the text?

A．It can book the hotel for free.

B．It offers no pick-up services.

C．It is designed for Chinese visitors.

D．It provides travelling services for foreign tourists.

8 . Hello, welcome to Global Travel. The seven-day holiday is coming. There are the UK and European travel routes (线路) as well 25 cheap holidays to Thailand and New Zealand. We’re sure you will enjoy yourselves if you join us!

◆£ 36 Farmhouse in Majorca Seven nights self-catering (自供伙食的) stay for up to six people at can Corso, near S’Horta. Travel is not included. Arrive on March 14. Tel: 0845 800 8080

◆£ 129 Self-catering in Portugal Set off on March 15 for seven nights at the Mourabel Apartments; flights are included. Tel: 0871 423 8642

◆£ 260 Family trip in Morocco Eight day’s hiking in the Atlas Mountains. Accommodation (食宿) is included but flights are not included. Arrive on April 18. Tel: 0871 230 8512

◆£ 450 Family trip in Florida Seven nights at the Westgate Inn, Kissimmee. Set off on March 21. Tel: 0800 294 8844

◆£ 610 A week in Thailand              Arrive on March 30 for seven day’s stay, room only at the Regent Chalet, Cha Am. Tel: 0871 664 0273

1. Mr. Green will travel with his five friends but he wants to spend as little money as possible, so he should go to ______.

A．Majorca

B．Thailand

C．Florida

D．Portugal

2. In the Atlas Mountains people can _______ according to the passage.

A．swim

B．fish

C．hike

D．cook

3. On March 30 Sam travels to Thailand with Global Travel. He will rectum on ________.

A．April 3

B．April 1

C．April 10

D．April 5

4. We can call ______ to book tickets to Florida.

A．0871 423 8642

B．0800 294 8844

C．0871 230 8512

D．0871 664 0273

9 . The Best Kid-Friendly Spots in Dallas

Chicken Scratch

ADDRESS:2303 Pittman St. Dallas

Chicken Scratch is everyone’s idea of a good time. Crucially, there’s plenty of space for kids to run around and play while the adults relax with a drink. Bands often play free music all year around, and dogs are welcome. The all-natural fresh fruit ice cream really hits the spot in summer and be sure not to miss it then.

Celebration Restaurant

ADDRESS: 4503 W Lovers Ln. Dallas

PHONE: +1 214-351-5681

For a taste of healthy, delicious home-style cooking, there’s no better family-friendly spot than Celebration Restaurant. Open since 1971, Dallas’s “original farm-to-table restaurant” is quite the property, with a full-service bar and a big yard. Parents can choose a fresh fish or grass-fed steak; kids will love the grilled cheese and meat or vegetable options.

Klyde Warren Park

ADDRESS:2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy. Dallas

PHONE: +1 214-716-4500

For those whose kids are fond of running around, Klyde Warren Park is the best—this 5.2-acre urban park has a wonderful Children’s Park and huge lawns(草地), plus daily educational programming for kids. Several food trucks line the streets, with plenty of kid-friendly food like pizza and ice cream. Find a table, or spread out a blanket on the lawn; you can either bring food with you or order food at the food trucks.

Truck Yard

ADDRESS: 5624 Sears St. Dallas

PHONE: +1 469-500-0139

Complete with a tree-house, daily food trucks, and live music, Truck Yard is a must-have food & play experience. There’s plenty of room for kids to run around, and plenty of food options. The Truck Yard is billed as a “come-as-you-are beer garden and adult playground”. Don’t forget to check their calendar to see what trucks and live entertainment will be there on the day you visit.

1. What’s highly recommended to visitors in Chicken Scratch during hot days?

A．Listening to the bands playing.

B．Bringing water along with them.

C．Having a try of the fruit ice cream.

D．Breathing the fresh air with their kids.

2. What’s the highlight of Celebration Restaurant?

A．Its large number of green plants.	B．Its fresh food resources.
C．Its beautiful pond.	D．Its large space.

3. Where would a couple wanting to picnic with their kids probably go?

A．5624 Sears St. Dallas.

B．2303 Pittman St. Dallas.

C．4503 W Lovers Ln. Dallas.

D．2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy. Dallas.

10 . Hong Kong Science Museum

You might really like this museum if you are interested in science. Hong Kong Science Museum wants to teach kids science and give them a place to have fun with computers. Kids like running around and playing with the equipment there. However, adults can learn some knowledge, too.

Since its opening in April, 1991, Hong Kong Science Museum has presented itself to be a good place for science learning. Through having better exhibits and fun science programs in an enjoyable environment, the museum wants to popularize science to the public and support science education in schools. Visitors at the science museum can visit the exhibition in their own way and enjoy the fun of discovery learning.

The museum is 6,500 m’ and has over 500 exhibits and nearly 70 percent of them are suitable for visitors of all ages. Among them, the best exhibit is the largest equipment of its kind in the world: the Energy Machine. Another attraction is the DC-3 airplane which is the first local airliner and the first exhibit moved into the museum building. The museum also has a 745 m’ Special Exhibition Hall, a 295-seat Lecture Hall, a Classroom, a Computer Classroom, a Laboratory and a Resource Centre. Other ancillary facilities(附属设施) include a Gift Shop and a Bookshop.

Apart from permanent(永久的) exhibitions, the museum regularly presents some temporary exhibitions on all kinds of topics related to science and modern technology. The museum also organizes and develops lots of extension activities and educational programs for the public. lf you want to have a visit, you’d better read the following information carefully.

Opening hours
Monday to Wednesday and Friday: 10:00 am-7:00 pm
Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Christmas Eve and Chinese New Year’s Eve: 10:00am-5:00pm
Closed on Thursday and the two days before the
Chinese New Year’s Eve
Ticket information:
Standard Ticket: $30
Concessionary(特惠的)Ticket: $15
Free for kids under 4 years old
Free on Wednesday
1. What can we infer from the passage?

A．Hong Kong Science Museum aims at offering happy holidays to adults.

B．Both adults and kids can learn things in Hong Kong Science Museum.

C．Kids in Hong Kong Science Museum are encouraged to help others.

D．Hong Kong Science Museum offers free lunch to kids under 4 years old.

2. What does Hong Kong Science Museum work on.

A．Helping poor kids learn about real science.

B．Making all exhibits suitable for visitors of all ages.

C．Setting up all kinds of ancillary facilities.

D．Making science popular among the public.

3. What can we learn from the passage?

A．Visitors cannot visit the science museum at 8 pm on weekends.

B．The concessionary ticket is prepared for people with disabilities.

C．Visitors cannot visit Hong Kong Science Museum on Thursday.

D．People can buy the museum’s concessionary tickets on Wednesday.