1 . Our ships boast a sea of vacation possibilities for every guest. Like the chance to learn Italian, salsa dancing (萨尔萨舞), or the recipe (食谱) for a perfect martini (马提尼酒). To conquer the rock climbing wall and ice skate on the equator. Or slow things down with a hot stone massage (按摩) and duty-free designer shopping. See, do and learn more at sea than you ever thought possible.

North Star

The exclusive North Star promises to heighten your worldview. Simply step into the North Star’s closed, jewel-shaped capsule and gently climb over 300 feet above sea level. Take in breathtaking views of the ocean, the ship, and the exciting destinations that we visit.

Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean is teaming up with World Wildlife Fund to save our oceans and protect sea life. Join us in making a difference by symbolically adopting a sea turtle or get involved with numerous other activities both on board and ashore, like the Walk for Sea Turtles. Together we can turn the tide.

SeaPlex

SeaPlex is not only the largest indoor active space at sea, but also the most modern and creative. By day, experience a circus school and flying trapeze (高空秋千), as well as a full-size regulation (正规的) basketball court. By night, the first-ever bumper car (碰碰车) and roller skating offerings at sea will deliver thrills, with music provided by a floating DJ booth that hovers above the activity happening below.

Rock Climbing

Rise to the occasion and take on our signature rock climbing wall. From beginners to speed climbers, everyone can enjoy an unparalleled view from 40 feet above deck. Included in your fare, no reservation required.

1. If you are willing to have a good view of the ocean or sea from above, what should you try?

A．North Star.	B．Royal Caribbean.
C．SeaPlex.	D．Rock Climbing.

2. Who are especially interested in SeaPlex?

A．People who are fond of eating delicious food.

B．People who want to have a turtle as a pet.

C．People who want to save some money.

D．People who want to listen to music while playing.

3. Where is this article probably taken from?

A．A letter.	B．An advertisement.
C．A personal diary.	D．A newspaper article.

2 . 假定是李华,你的朋友 Jenny 来信说对中国的传统文化非常感兴趣,请你回一封电子邮件,介绍相关情况,并邀请她来中国亲身体验。内容包括:
1.中国悠久的历史和文化传统。
2.众多的名胜古迹。
3. ......
注意:       1.词数 100 左右;       2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Jenny,
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Yours,

Li Hua

3 . London weekend Walks

1,000 Years of History

11:00 am Westminster Underground

This walk is the best choice for the first-time visitor. We’ll show you where kings and queens were crowned(加冕), where they lived and where they are buried. You will see where politicians have shaped the course of history over the years. This walk finishes at the House of Parliament, which you can visit afterwards at a good discount.

Canals and Cafes

11:00 am Camden Town Underground

Camden Town, with its canals, cafes and studios, is the home of many artists, musicians and writers. The high point of the walk is a visit to Camden Lock, London’s most exciting street market. You may like to take a canal trip to London Zoo after this walk.

Historic Greenwich

2:00 pm Tower Hill Underground

The walk begins with the best boat ride in London, five kilometers down the river from Tower Bridge to the Royal Naval College in Greenwich. From there you’ll walk through Greenwich Park past the Naval Museum and other historic buildings to the village itself. We’ll take you down narrow streets with busy shops and markets, back to the riverside where this walk ends.

Unexpected London

3:00pm Tower Hill Underground

This walk begins with a ride on Europe’s most modern city railway giving you fine views across the Thames and riversides area. We will get on and off the train for mini-walks to discover the hidden corners of the former port(港口) of London.

To go on one of our walks, simply meet your guide in the street outside the underground stations. All these walks last about two hours and end near underground stations. A walk costs ￡4.50(￡3.50 for the elderly).Children under 12 can go for free but they must be with an adult.

1. Which walk includes a visit to London’s most exciting street market?

A．Canals and Cafes.	B．Historic Greenwich.
C．Unexpected London.	D．1,000 Years of History.

2. What will you do on the Historic Greenwich walk?

A．Walk through the Royal Naval College.

B．Visit the Naval Museum.

C．Meet famous people.

D．Take a boat trip.

3. How much will a young couple with their 6-year-old kid spend on one of the walks?

A．￡4.50.

B．￡7.00.

C．￡9.00.

D．￡13.50.

4 . Places of Interest in Wales

Conway: On the north Wales coast, Conway is where you’ll find the world’s smallest house, as well as a much larger “house”，Conway Castle, which was built in the 13th century.

Anglesey: This beautiful island is joined to the rest of north Wales by a road bridge and a railway bridge, and it’s just a short drive from Conway. Here you can visit the village of Llanfair Pwllgwyngyll which has the strangest name in Europe. Don’t miss the station. The sign runs the complete length of the platform! Also on Anglesey is Beaumaris Castle, which was started in the 13th century and to this day remains unfinished.

Sonwdonia: Just a couple of hours’ drive from Beaumaris is the Snowdonia mountain range, which takes its name from the highest mountain in Wales, Mount Snowdon. From there, visit the famous Swallow Falls at nearby Betws­y­Coed.

Portmeirion: In 1925 Clough Williams­Ellis bought an attractive piece of Welsh land for less than ￡5,000. He then set out to show the world how a naturally beautiful castle could be built without being damaged and spent the next 50 years building the town of Portmeirion with a style of Italy.

For more information, order our full­colour brochures:

Things to See in Wales

A more complete look at the full range of tourist attractions in this amazing part of the British Isles.

Wales: Sea, Sand and Sun

Wales has miles of beautiful coastlines with long, sandy beaches plus 23 islands and more hours of sunshine each year than anywhere else in Britain. Get the inside story here.

Wales for the Fearless

Over 30 ideas for adventure activities and sports, both traditional and extreme.

Wales has it all! Call (＋44) 7754 45632 to order brochures.

1. What do we know about Anglesey?

A．It is far from Conway.

B．It can be reached by train.

C．It lies in the south of Wales.

D．It has the smallest house in the world.

2. Where can visitors go if they want to see the Italian­style building?

A．Conway.

B．Anglesey.

C．Sonwdonia.

D．Portmeirion.

3. What can visitors get from the brochures?

A．Introduction of the climate in Wales.

B．Characteristics of buildings in Wales.

C．Information about adventure activities.

D．Detailed information about people in Wales.

5 . 72 hours in Beijing

Traveling to China is no longer a luxury for many foreign passport holders. The Chinese government has permitted a 72-hour visa-free policy that offers access to visitors from 53 countries including the US, France and Austria. Let’s start with the capital of China, Beijing. Here's a pick of the best in Beijing!

Mutianyu Great Wall

Your trip to Beijing isn't really complete without seeing one of the “New Seven Wonders of the World” ，the Great Wall of China. The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is by far the most well-preserved of all. Taking a one-hour bus ride, Mutianyu would be your ideal location for a half-day of hiking away from the large crowds in the city. Also, the authorities have allowed tourists to paint graffiti on a specific section of the Great Wall since 2014. The Great Wall was designated （把….定名为）

a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987.
Summer Palace

Located in northwestern Beijing, the Summer Palace is by far the city's most well-preserved royal park. With its huge lake and hilltop views, the palace offers you a pastoral escape into the landscape of traditional Chinese paintings. The Summer Palace was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1998.

798 Art Zone

This would be on the top of my list! Named after the 798 factory that was built in the 1950s, the art zone is home to various galleries, design studios, art exhibition spaces, fashionable shops and bars. You could easily spend half your day wandering around the complex, feeling the contrast of the present and the past.

Sichuan Provincial Restaurant

While in Beijing, apart from trying the city's best-known Peking duck, the Sichuan provincial restaurant is one of places where you can enjoy regional delicious food. It offers one of China's eight great cuisines, Sichuan Cuisine, which ranges from Mapo tofu to spicy chicken.

1. How does the author describe Mutianyu Great Wall?

A．Tourists need a half-day to arrive there.

B．Tourists are allowed to paint graffiti anywhere.

C．It is the most well-maintained part of the Great Wall.

D．It was named a UNESCO World Heritage site 20 years ago.

2. Where would you go first if you were the author?

A．Mutianyu Great Wall.	B．Summer Palace.
C．798 Art Zone.	D．Sichuan Provincial Restaurant.

3. Who is the passage intended for?

A．The tourists who prefer to travel for free.

B．The foreigners to stay in Beijing for 3 days.

C．The visitors coming from every corner of China.

D．The foreigners coming to Beijing for the first time.

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。

There are many great destinations in the UK, one of     1    is the South-West of England. The most popular regions surrounding the South-West     2    (be) the counties of Devon and Cornwall. They are by the coast and known for having some of     3    sunniest weather in the UK.

In the heart of the South-West, Dartmoor National Park was voted the UK’s favourite in 2016. There are plenty of breathtaking     4    (walk) to choose from which will lead you    5     (discover) Dartmoor's ancient and rugged (崎岖的) charm!

In the South-West you will find plenty of attractive and often    6    (desert) beaches. Some examples include Whitesand Bay in Cornwall and Woolacombe beach in Devon. If you don’t mind the     7    (slight) cooler temperatures than other beach destinations in Europe, you are in for a real treat!

Apart from    8    (surround) by beautiful nature, the South-West is full of urban gems (精华). The city of Exeter in Devon has great centers, as well as lots of cafes     9     pubs. Cornwall has    10    (it) own treasures too — pretty villages and towns such as St Ives and Mousehole line the coastline, and make for the perfect locations to spend those relaxing summer afternoons!

7 . 语法填空

The Li River f situated in Guilin City of Guangxi, is a bright pearl on the list of China’s tourist     1     (attract) and it is one of the best sightseeing tours in Guilin. The 83-kilometer waterway from Guilin to Yangshuo is the greatest work of the Li River,     2     (decorate) with rolling hills, steep cliffs, beautiful caves, boats and lined bamboos. Han Yu     3     (clear) described the beauty of the Li River in his poem: “The river looks like a blue silk ribbon, and the mountains resemble emerald hairpins (发夹)”

The poetic and picturesque Li River     4     (come) from the Mao’er Mountains at Xing’an County in the northeast of Guilin. It winds     5     (it) way for 170 kilometers, passing through Guilin. The Li River, according to its     6     (difference) scenes, may be separated into three sections: Guilin to Ox Gorge, Ox Gorge to Water-Dropping Village, and Water-Dropping Village to Yangshuo.

Along the river, the rolling peaks, steep cliffs, green hills and clear water make     7     interesting hundred-mile picture gallery. Among poems singing the praise of its beauty are these lines: “He     8     travels in Guilin hills finds himself in a fairyland.” and “Whoever sails along the Li River finds himself     9     (boat) in a sweet dream.” The natural beauty of the Li River is indeed beyond description, and you have to be there to see     10     your own eyes and to feel with your own heart.

8 . How will Susan spend most of her time in France?

A．Traveling around.

B．Studying at a school.

C．Looking after her aunt.