The Taj Mahal, in Agra, India, is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. It
In the 1990s, India’s Supreme Court ordered
From time to time,
More action needs to be taken
2 . Join our small group journeys to explore your passions!
CALIFORNIA
Experience some of the most beautiful parts of the American West through one of the area’s most precious resources: water. Explore your own personal connection to water while learning about the complex demands on this limited resource with an expert. During a journey through California, hike, bike and raft your way across Northern California’s well-known watershed to better understand just how vital water is.
Fee: $5,490 Departs: June 20-30 11 Days
PERU
Walk into the Sacred Valley of the Peruvian Andes and learn how the government has worked closely with international health groups to provide community-based health care to Peru’s diverse population. Learn first-hand from health workers and see how they treat disease and train community members to balance respect for traditional medical practices with more modern treatments.
Fee: $5,400 Departs: June 27-July 10 14 Days
NEW YORK TO MILAN
Step behind the scenes of the fashion industry and learn to design and create your own ready-to-wear clothing line in the global centers of style and fashion, New York and Milan. With a style and fashion expert, group leaders and other teenagers study international trends in the fashion history, meet with fashion designers, and develop a full understanding of fashion and the ways it shapes and is shaped by identity and culture.
Fee: $6,390 Departs: June 22-July 7 16 Days
CERN & THE SWISS ALPS
As scientists in Switzerland push the limits of human knowledge, how can they communicate their breakthroughs? Along with your leaders and an expert, visit world-class laboratories on the cutting edge of physics, biology and astronomy. Interview researchers and investigate the technical and human aspects of science.
Fee: $6,890 Departs: June 21-July 4; July 6-19 14 Days
1. Which of the following journeys can improve your medical knowledge?| A．PERU. | B．CALIFORNIA. |
| C．NEW YORK TO MILAN. | D．CERN & THE SWISS ALPS. |
| A．On June 20. | B．On June 21. | C．On June 22. | D．On June 27. |
| A．$5,400. | B．$5,490. | C．$6,390. | D．$6,890. |
3 . Four destinations for electric-bike tours across Canada
Banff by e-bike
White Mountain Adventures and Banff Cycle both launched guided e-bike tours of Canada’s first national park this summer The former’s offerings include a 50-kilometre there-and-back ride along the Bow Valley Park way and a50-km return ride along the car-free Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail. Banff Cycle, meanwhile, adds a three-hour “Banff and Bow Valley” guided trip to the mix.
Fat-biking in Yukon
This new ride from the luxurious Mount Logan EcoLodge on the Alaska Highway near Haines Junction provides an exception to the rule that Canadian e-bike tours are unavailable in winter. Equipped with oversized tires to allow riding on snow and other unstable surfaces, the electric fat bikes can be booked for two-hour guided tours that explore the wilderness bordering Kluane National Park.
Sipping and e-cycling in Niagara
Niagara Cycling Tours hosts group outings of at least four e-bike riders that range in length from 65 to more than 110 kilometres. The offerings include a two-day “Niagara Introductory Ride,” which can be customized to visit local attractions, and a new “Beers and Bikes” tour, which rides between more than a dozen craft breweries (啤酒厂).
Gardens and gouda on Vancouver Island
Based in pretty Qualicum Beach. the new Electric Bike Co. offers a three-hour “Home and Garden Tour” highlighting high-design private houses and seaside flowers; and a four-to five hour ride and ferry (轮渡) voyage to Hornby Island, home of the Helliwell and Tribune Bay provincial parks.
1. Where is this text probably taken from?| A．A sports poster. | B．A travel brochure. |
| C．An academic article. | D．A geography textbook. |
| A．Banff by e-bike. |
| B．Fat-biking in Yukon. |
| C．Sipping and e-cycling in Niagara. |
| D．Gardens and gouda on Vancouver Island |
| A．Tasty beer. | B．High-design houses. |
| C．Seaside flowers. | D．Mountain scenery. |
4 . Less Well-known, but Equally Fascinating National Parks in the US
Alcatraz Island (San Francisco, California)
Alcatraz Island, also known as “The Rock” (only 0.029 square miles) in the middle of San Francisco Bay, is the home of the oldest operating lighthouse on the west coast and the infamous federal prison. Visit the legendary island that once served as the San Francisco armoury (军工厂). “The Rock” will give visitors a glimpse of what life was like for prisoners and guards. Advance purchase is required because of the limited number of visitors allowed on the Island each day.
Cape Cod National Seashore (Wellfleet, Massachusetts)
Cape Cod National Seashore is a protected area of shoreline, natural habitats, and historically significant structures. It consists of 68 square miles of beaches, ponds, marshes, and woodlands extending for 40 miles. With its historic lighthouses, this park is a great place to swim in the Atlantic, explore nature trails and learn about the nation’s sailing past and present.
Biscayne National Park (Miami, Florida)
The park provides access for visitors to encounter and explore the scenery, wildlife, history and other amazing resources. This park covers 270 square miles, and 95% of it is underwater. Divers and snorkelers hit the ocean to explore shipwrecks and a bright coral reef, home to reef lobsters.
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument (Florissant, Colorado)
Beneath a grassy mountain valley in central Colorado, lies one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world. This mountain valley protects 9 square miles of petrified (石化) redwoods and fossils of ancient insects and plants, which were preserved 35 million years ago when erupting volcanoes covered the valley in ash. Apart from a variety of outdoor activities, it offers visitors opportunities for hands-on experience to learn about fossils and science in the exhibit area.
1. What are tourists required to do to go on Alcatraz Island?| A．Protect nature reserves. | B．Take diving suits. |
| C．Make reservations in advance. | D．Know how to operate the lighthouse. |
| A．Alcatraz Island | B．Cape Cod National Seashore |
| C．Biscayne National Park | D．Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument |
| A．A geography book. | B．A guide book. | C．A news report. | D．A science magazine. |
5 . The protected lands of the National Parks are some of the most amazing destinations within the United States to have holidays. Here are some of the best.
Mesa Verde National Park
This park celebrates the history of the Pueblo people in southwestern United States.Visitors will find over 4,000 historical sites here, including 600 cliff dwellings (悬崖屋). Some of the best cliff dwellings, such as Cliff Palace and Balcony House, require the tickets for guided tours. These cliff dwellings present a great opportunity for visitors to learn about the history of the region. Besides, adults and children can enjoy hikes, which end in cliff dwelling overlooks.
Rocky Mountain National Park
It’s a super introduction to the beautiful Rocky Mountains. During the summer months when the weather is at its best, it allows visitors to experience all of the nature and wildlife of the area. The park has plenty of paths that take hikers into the backcountry of the Rocky Mountains while children will love the guided horseback tours.
Sequoia (红杉)&Kings Canyon (峡谷) National Park
If you are looking for a wide range of California’s natural sights all in one area, this park is a great option. It varies from deep canyons to tall mountains. Here you can visit the largest fore of scquoias in the world. There are excellent recreational activities for the whole family including hiking, camping, swimming and cave exploration.
Yosemite National Park
It’s recreational enthusiasts’ favorite, especially rock climbers. Climbers travel from around the world to take on the challenges presented at Yosemite. For those visitors looking for different recreational activities or family activities, Yosemite has many programs covering a variety of natural sciences and other topics.
1. What is the feature of the Mesa Verde National Park?| A．It is a base for natural science education. |
| B．It is home to a wealth of wildlife. |
| C．It shows the history of the natives. |
| D．It has amazing mountainous landscape. |
| A．Yosemite National Park. |
| B．Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park. |
| C．Mesa Verde National Park. |
| D．Rocky Mountain National Park. |
| A．Family-friendly. | B．Adventurous. |
| C．Cost-effective. | D．Tiring. |
6 . Ciudad Perdida, Colombia’s “Lost City” is older than Machu Picchu. There are no trains or buses allowing of
Despite this, I couldn’t
The next morning, we were off early to
I looked down and
| A．long | B．endless | C．frequent | D．easy |
| A．impressive | B．accessible | C．worthwhile | D．dangerous |
| A．resist | B．obtain | C．promote | D．find |
| A．company | B．combination | C．harmony | D．communication |
| A．buried | B．spread | C．spun | D．wound |
| A．disappointing | B．embarrassing | C．challenging | D．amazing |
| A．character | B．research | C．independence | D．fitness |
| A．equipment | B．furniture | C．possessions | D．necessities |
| A．natives | B．visitors | C．guides | D．drivers |
| A．similarity | B．distinction | C．bond | D．belief |
| A．reduce | B．beat | C．test | D．feel |
| A．watched out | B．cut off | C．set in | D．gave in |
| A．construct | B．pick | C．cover | D．explore |
| A．energetic | B．painful | C．unhealthy | D．delicate |
| A．convinced | B．predicted | C．motivated | D．simplified |
| A．aimed | B．pointed | C．bent | D．wondered |
| A．something | B．nothing | C．much | D．none |
| A．overcoming | B．memorizing | C．observing | D．fixing |
| A．otherwise | B．again | C．though | D．instead |
| A．rewarding | B．sensitive | C．popular | D．flexible |
7 . Farms are an important part of our world. However, most people today would not like to live and work on a farm and the number of farmers decreases day by day.
Learn how your food is raised
When you visit a farm, you get firsthand experience on how your food is raised.
Reconnect with nature
Nowadays, all we have are big buildings, highways, and countless cars.
We all read success stories about farmers in magazines and even TV shows, but the people in these stories are real people with real families. And quite often, people with a real love for what they’re doing. People appreciate the people who purchase things from their farm. People with a real commitment to making their visitors feel like home.
| A．Pick the products yourself |
| B．We should be grateful to these people |
| C．Connect with farmers and their families |
| D．We spend too much time in front of screens |
| E．It can help inspire your appetite for learning |
| F．This is a unique experience for people from all age groups |
| G．One of the best ways to help solve the problem is to visit a farm |
8 . Four best tourist attractions named by Lonely Planet for 2022
Nepal When people discuss Nepal, it’s impossible not to talk about Mount Everest. But this Himalayan nation has so much more on offer for travelers who aren’t climbing the world’s highest mountain. In the lonely region of Mustang, which means “rich plain”, tourists can explore the high desert and meet locals at homestays along the way, dining on Nepali specialties. |
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Mauritius Mauritius is in the Indian Ocean about 700 miles east of Madagascar. Here are some reasons for visiting this underrated African getaway. It’s inhabited by a multiracial, peaceful people, covered in great golf courses, offering various water sports, an old colonial capital, great food, one of the world’s best gardens, good nightlife and great sightseeing. |
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Norway Norway always lies on the list of the world’s happiest countries. So what’s the secret? Mette-Marit, one of the country’s royals, has one answer:“We love being outside in nature.” If you want to take in that peaceful energy for yourself, head to Bkeskogen, the world’s northernmost beech forest. |
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Cook Islands This group of 15 islands in the South Pacific was at the top of many Lonely Planet workers’ wish lists for 2022 and beyond. What’s on offer? Water-centric activities like snorkeling, diving and fishing, not to mention a look at the native Maori community in Te Vara Nui Village. |
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| A．Play golf. | B．Explore a desert. |
| C．Co diving and fishing. | D．Visit ancient buildings. |
| A．Great sightseeing. | B．Peaceful energy. |
| C．The world’s best garden. | D．Great enjoyment in nature. |
| A．They offer water sports. | B．They lie in the Indian Ocean. |
| C．They have great beech forest. | D．They have many different races. |
9 . There is a photo in my collection that I pull out from time to time to remind myself of an old vacation. It’s a picture of me from the late 1970s on a bench in London’s Victoria Station, my head resting against a wall, eyes closed with tiredness, and clothes messed up. I used to love that shot taken by my wife. It was evidence of my leisure time, of travel, of interruption from the office: miles covered, sights seen, train stations raced through, and goals achieved.
However, as I left work to hit the vacation road this summer, I took along something extra. This traveling companion had a habit of ruining trips with feelings of guilt — the guilt that came from attempting to vacation with work in mind.
The conflict between the time we want off and the guilt we feel when we actually give in to leisure is a long-running battle that has gone too far, driven by an over-scheduling enthusiasm. It has made many feel as if their free moments are a form of truancy. It’s hard to take it easy when you’ve been programmed not to. We have been taught for generations that work is the only goal. Time that is unfilled is bad, we are led to believe, and unplanned enjoyment should be avoided. This is stressed today by a workplace culture that wants you to believe that advancement depends on your staying on the job.
Research now shows, however, that leisure time can do something job advancement and money can’t. Leisure activities increase your desire to work; leadership skills, your sense of awareness and your ability to change. Free time also promotes a positive mood and sense of well-being, because it develops self-worth. Deep down, everyone knows we need time off to make our lives better.
On holiday, using your productive output as a measure of yourself doesn’t work. This is because a vacation isn’t about output; it’s about input — exploring, learning, reflecting. The magic of a holiday is in the experience itself. This is the same as life satisfaction; it can’t be measured, only felt. The best part of a vacation isn’t going somewhere else; it’s being where you are, fully involved in the experience.
1. Why does the author look at that photo from time to time?| A．It brings back his memory of leisure travel. | B．It describes his tired appearance on vacation. |
| C．It gives evidence of his running away from work. | D．It records a life goal achieved during his holiday. |
| A．The tight schedule. | B．Not staying on the job. |
| C．The unplanned journey. | D．Not reaching the expected goal. |
| A．It promotes job advancement. | B．It improves your productive output. |
| C．It is good for your personal development. | D．It helps you see your goals in life more clearly. |
| A．Reflect on their work. | B．Avoid unplanned activities. |
| C．Enjoy the experience of travelling. | D．Ignore job advancement and money. |
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Last summer vacation, I went to Beijing with my parents to watch the flag-raising ceremony. Early in the morning we got up and headed Tian’anmen Square. It was beyond your imagination that there had been a lot of people gathering there, most of whom were teenager. We did nothing but to wait for the event like others after choosing a appropriate watching position. What eagerly I wished there came the grand and inspired moment soon! Ten minutes later, it was the most exciting time that I have experienced ever since.
From stepping ahead to raising the national flag, the PLA showed dignity or firmness. Seeing the flag flying, we couldn’t help sing the national anthem.
