1 . I live in Xizhou in Yunnan Province, on the historic Tea Horse Road. I have to admit that when I first heard that Paul Salopek was going to walk the entire globe on his own two feet, I was blown away. I couldn’t imagine that there could be such an unusual person in the world.
Last May, I met Paul. He told me that it was his first time in China. He talked to me with great excitement about the history, migrations, and discoveries in my region of China. He spoke of the Shu-Yandu Dao (the Southern Silk Road), the travels of the 17th-century Chinese explorer Xu Xiake, the Tea Horse Road and the early 20th-century American botanist Joseph Rock. He also talked of Xuanzang. Paul considered many of them heroes and in a sense Chinese pioneers of slow journalism.
I decided to accompany Paul on his walk toward Yunnan. On September 28, 2021, we set out. Our days were simple: walk, eat, sleep, and repeat. We woke up at sunrise, set off in high spirits, and rested at sunset, dragging ourselves into exhausted sleep.
We met many people on the road. Some were curious, surrounding us and watching us; some gave us directions; some invited us into their home to take a rest; some spoke of the charm of their hometown. We met many beautiful souls, simple souls and warm souls. We were walking with our minds.
Together, we were impressed by the biodiversity of the Gaoligong Mountains. As I walked on ancient paths through mountains, I seemed to hear the antique voices of past travelers urging me to be careful on the road.
Looking back on the more than 200 miles I walked with Paul, I came to a realization. Walking for its own sake, while healthy and admirable, is only a small part of the benefit of moving with our feet. A deeper reward is rediscovering the world around us, shortening the distance between each other, and sharing each other’s cultures.
1. How did the writer first respond to Paul’s travel plan?| A．Scared. | B．Puzzled. |
| C．Disappointed. | D．Surprised. |
| A．He was a western journalist. | B．He had a knowledge of China. |
| C．He came to China several times. | D．He was Joseph Rock’s acquaintance. |
| A．They honored the ancestors. | B．They set off in high spirits. |
| C．They satisfied the locals’ curiosity. | D．They built bonds with people. |
| A．To share and reflect on a journey. | B．To suggest a new way of travel. |
| C．To advocate protection of biodiversity. | D．To introduce and promote Chinese culture. |
2 . On October 27, 2021, my friend and I boarded the first flight of our journey from Vancouver Island, to Peru, South America.
Twenty-four hours and four airports later we landed in Cusco, Peru, a city of one million people. Coming from Vancouver Island with only 100 feet above sea level, we knew that we were now at a much higher altitude (海拔) - over 11,000 feet- and needed time to get used to the scarcer oxygen (缺氧) levels! We followed the advice of other travelers and the locals: drink lots of coca leaf tea and rest for a couple of hours before any activity.
We were soon hiking through the ruins and surrounding ancient castles of Cusco. Leaving Cusco the next day, we stopped at the Moray Ruins, which were used for farming by the Incas. Their size and unique design should be considered a lesson in historical engineering skills. This Inca site is one of the least known tourist destinations, but it’s one of the most interesting places to visit.
Arriving in the beautiful Sacred Valley, we stayed at Willka T’ika for the next week. This place is wonderful. We enjoyed delicious vegetarian meals, all made with local produce by loving Quechua people.
You can’t go to Peru without visiting historic Machu Picchu. The “road” up to the ruins is made up of an endless series of switchbacks (急转弯), resulting in cold sweats. It was worth the ride, though.
It was too soon before we were leaving Peru. We learned the unique history of Inca, Quechua culture, and the farming methods still widely practiced. The best thing we took away returning home to Vancouver Island was how simple and caring the people are and how deeply they love the earth and everyone they meet.
1. Why did the author drink lots of coca leaf tea?| A．To have a good rest. |
| B．To follow the local culture. |
| C．To feel better at a greater height. |
| D．To avoid getting thirsty on the way. |
| A．They’re no longer used for farming. |
| B．They’re known to most travel lovers. |
| C．They’re not as interesting as expected. |
| D．They’re an example of creative engineering. |
| A．Dangerous and tiring. |
| B．Risky but worthwhile. |
| C．Enjoyable and interesting. |
| D．Comfortable and wonderful. |
| A．It encourages him to be more caring. |
| B．It helps him understand his own culture. |
| C．It teaches him to accept all the differences. |
| D．It allows him to experience modern farming. |
1. How long have the speakers been waiting?
| A．One hour. | B．Two hours. | C．Three hours. |
| A．An engineer. | B．A news reporter. | C．An astronaut. |
4 . One of the most exciting parts of senior year is deciding where your class will go on your senior trip. It’s a time when you get to relax and celebrate getting through the past twelve years with your class. Many schools use money their class has saved over the years and organization of the trip is done with the Student Union and teachers. If your school doesn’t organize class trips, you can gather your closest friends and take a trip.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California is the center of the entertainment industry. In Los Angeles enjoy Universal Studios Amusement Park and Hollywood Walk of Fame for entertainment.
Orlando, Florida
Orlando, Florida is a great place to go for your senior trip. It is the home of Walt Disney World, where thrill seekers can enjoy the roller-coasters and other rides. Others may want to enjoy the environment and Disney atmosphere, which is enjoyable for adults and children alike.
Salt Lake City
For a colder trip, spend the days skiing and take the evening to curl up (蜷作一团) in front of a fire and socialize in the mountains of Utah. Try different restaurants in the area or visit local attractions for a change of pace. Most ski popular holiday centers close for the season in mid-April so if this is a choice, plan for the trip in March or earlier.
New York City
New York City, the Big Apple, is a great place for students that attend countryside schools. Students that live in the farm country without the noise of a large city will enjoy the action that is happening continuously, no matter what time of day or night. Students can visit well-known areas such as the Statue of Liberty and Central Park, along with visiting some museums. There are multiple hotels and restaurants to suit any taste.
1. What’s the purpose of the author in writing the text?| A．To tell students to prepare graduation celebration. |
| B．To recommend good trips for seniors in high school. |
| C．To encourage schools to organize short holiday trips. |
| D．To introduce some famous American cities to readers. |
| A．Fine food. | B．Beautiful scenery. |
| C．History museums. | D．Entertainment industry. |
| A．Los Angeles. | B．Salt Lake City. |
| C．Orlando, Florida. | D．New York City. |
5 . Fueling tourism recovery with micro tours
The concept of “micro-tourism” or “micro-vacation”, which comes from the tourism industry, may not be new and seems to have become a trend in recent years.
Micro-tourism began catching on seven or eight years ago. It has become increasingly popular since the COVID-19 outbreak.
Local tours, short-distance leisure tours have been fueling the tourism industry’s recovery. Adapting to these new trends, destinations around cities, parks and campsites are offering new, specialized facilities and services. Homestays, parental hotels and handicraft workshops are also becoming popular.
| A．What’s the feature of micro-tourism? |
| B．Micro-tourism holds huge potential for development. |
| C．Also, a micro-tourism travel group is relatively small. |
| D．Short videos have been promoting new tourism projects. |
| E．The chances of infection are higher during long-distance travel. |
| F．To activate micro tourism, more government guidelines are needed. |
| G．In the new trends, the boost of the camping market is literally noticeable. |
6 . Human beings’ curiosity about outer space hasn’t declined in the past decade, and with Jeff Bezos’ historic commercial flight to the edge of space this past summer, dreamers are that much closer to experiencing the Galaxy for themselves.
It’s reported that one company is aiming to make space a reality for people, and is pioneering a new age of space tourism. In 2019, the California-based company Gateway Foundation first explored the idea. Its dream was to make visiting space, in excellent accommodation, a future vacation choice. The project, now called Voyager Station, is run by Orbital Assembly Corporation, a construction company led by head of the Gateway Foundation and former pilot, John Blincow.
Space tourism draws closer as Orbital Assembly Corporation has announced plans to build the world’s first space hotel named “Voyager Station”, which is expected to open in 2027. With a date in close sight, the hotel’s architects and engineers are hard at work, aiming to design an out-of-this-world experience. They plan to decorate the suites with elegant bars and restaurants with a touch of space, as well as Earth-viewing lounges and unique space food treats. The team is also taking advantage of the reduced gravity that will be felt in the station to plan to let their guests weightlessly carry heavy objects, jump higher or run faster in ways people can’t normally do on Earth.
Gravity will remain in the rooms and bars though because Voyager Station’s scientific design makes it possible by creating artificial gravity within the hotel. The hotel is designed as a wheel that will steadily move and create simulated gravitational force, much like when a glass of water is spun around, the water doesn’t pour out. The hotel’s guests won’t feel much different than being on a huge ship steadily moving.
1. What do we know about the Gateway Foundation?| A．It aimed to build a space hotel. |
| B．It made space a reality for people. |
| C．It promoted space tourism greatly. |
| D．It planned a historic commercial flight. |
| A．Provide unique space food. |
| B．Let guests do space sports. |
| C．Offer recreational activities. |
| D．Decorate suites more easily. |
| A．To prevent liquid from pouring. |
| B．To make guests feel comfortable. |
| C．To avoid guests’ travel sickness. |
| D．To keep things in normal positions. |
| A．Time for Space Travel. |
| B．Space tourism gaining popularity. |
| C．First-ever commercial flight to space. |
| D．First space hotel set to open in 2027. |
1.春节在中国文化中的重要性；
2.主要的庆祝活动和方式；
3.旅游注意事项:选好参观的城市、提前预定宾馆等。
注意：1.开头和结尾已给出，但不计入总词数；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Tom,
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Li Hua
| A．He will get married. | B．He will study abroad. | C．He will live on an island. |
| A．Living in Austria. | B．Looking for jobs. | C．Preparing for a trip. |
10 . Bridges are one of the best constructional inventions in the history and some have become household tourist destinations.
Storseisundet Bridge(Norway)
Storseisundet Bridge is one of the most popular tourist routes in the country. The mountain views from the top are truly spectacular, but the route is a little demanding. The bridge is often described as “The road to nowhere”, as it seems to stretch into the far distance. If you are a fan of that thrill you get on a roller coaster, crossing this bridge will be an incredible experience.
Keshwa Chaca Bridge(Peru)
While most brides are made from wood or steel, the Keshwa Chaca Bridge is made from woven grass and it has lasted for 500 years. It was the Incas who initially built the bridge. Women braided small thin ropes which the men then used to braid large support cables. The result is this fantastic bridge which demonstrates the talents of the Incas and their amazing construction methods.
U Bein Bridge(Myanmar)
Being one of the most famous bridges in the world, U Bein Bridge crosses the Taungthaman Lake in Myanmar and is 1.2 km long. Constructed in 1850, it’s regarded as the global oldest teakwood bridge. It is now a popular attraction that makes for some beautiful photos at sunset. Locals stand along the bridge selling souvenirs and you can cross the entire bridge by foot.
Slaters Bridge(England)
The Slater Bridge is located in the Lake District, England’s largest national park. Each year, more than 15 million people come to explore the largest lakes, forests, and mountains in this attraction. This bridge is handmade—it has a long slate slab that crosses the River Brathay from Little Langdale Tarn to Elterwater. In 2017, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
1. “The road to nowhere” is used to describe Storseisundet Bridge’s__________.| A．location | B．height | C．length | D．space |
| A．U Bein Bridge. | B．Storseisundet Bridge. |
| C．Slaters Bridge. | D．Keshwa Chaca Bridge. |
| A．It owns the England’s largest lakes. | B．It’s constructed to cross two rivers. |
| C．It lies near England’s largest national park. | D．It belongs to UNESCO world heritages. |
