1 . Planning a trip to New York City can be exciting and interesting. In here you’re always a moment away from history. Explore New York City’s greatest parks through free and low-cost local tours.
Central Park
As one of the most famous parks in the world, Central Park is a man-made wonder. Not only is it the first public park built in America, but it is also one of the most frequently visited parks, with over 25 million guests per year. Set in the middle of busy Manhattan, its grounds serve as a safe harbor, not only for athletes and musicians but also for lots of migratory(迁移的)birds each year.
Washington Square Park
Washington Square Park, located in the heart of Greenwich Village, is a very popular and often crowded square. It was originally known as Southeast Square. In 1825, the square was renamed in honor of George Washington. People from all backgrounds gather to this large square dotted with trees.
Robert Moses State Park
Robert Moses State Park is located partly on the mainland and partly on Barnhart Island. Visitors reach the park through a tunnel(隧道) under the Eisenhower Lock. The park offers many recreational opportunities, including wooded campsites and cabins, some of the best fishing in the Northeast, picnic areas, a swimming beach, tennis courts and a year-round nature center.
Van Cortlandt Park
Van Cortlandt Park, in the northwest Bronx, is the third largest New York City park. Over half of the park is forested and it has the largest freshwater lake in Bronx. There is a lot of history in the park: It contains the Bronx’s oldest building, which was built in 1748~1749. The park has the oldest municipal golf course in the United States, the Van Cortlandt Golf Course, founded in 1895. It has a National Historic Landmark trail, the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail.
1. Which park is in the middle of Manhattan?| A．Central Park. | B．Robert Moses State Park. |
| C．Washington Square Park. | D．Van Cortlandt Park. |
| A．Play golf. | B．Visit a history museum. |
| C．Have a swim. | D．Appreciate migratory birds. |
| A．It is accessible through the Eisenhower Tunnel. |
| B．The whole park is full of trees. |
| C．It has the largest freshwater lake in the US. |
| D．A famous trail is located here. |
2 . Have you imagined spending a night in a museum? Fortunately, your fantasy may come true in the following museums.
Spy Museum | Washington, DC
The Spy Museum is entirely committed to the all-but-invisible profession and displays the largest collection of spy objects in the world! "Operation Secret Sleepover" invites a group of juniors and parents for a night of detective training, like creating a fake name, gathering intelligence, studying questioning techniques, breaking codes, hunting for a lead, and more. The next mission kicks off on Friday, September 9, 2022.
Ages: 9 to 13
Cost: $115 for general admission/$105 for members
Baseball Hall of Fame | Cooperstown, New York
Fans of America's hobbies will take the opportunity to stay a few extra nights here. Travel along the hallowed galleries; enjoy a screening in the Grandstand Theater; show your respect to honoring legendary players like Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, and Ted Williams. Dates sell out quickly. To secure your spot, call（607）547—0329.
Ages: 7 to 12
Cost: $50 for general admission
Milwaukee Public Museum | Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Who says kids get to have all the fun? The adults-only overnight at Milwaukee Public Museum is intended for the 21+ crowd. Tickets include dinner, two drinks, snacks, special tours, films in the six-story theater, entry to the new traveling exhibit “Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed,” and continental breakfast. The next event is October 20, 2022. Registration closes two weeks prior.
Ages: 21+
Cost: $125 for general admission
Baltimore National Aquarium | Baltimore, Maryland
Ocean and shark lovers will be delighted to spend nights at BNA. Dive into the fascinating underwater world, reveal myths, and discover the importance of these incredible creatures. Join experts for a behind-the-scenes tour, interact with marine life, and watch a 4D film.
Ages: 8+
Cost: $120 for general admission | $100 for members
1. What can kids do at Operation Secret Sleepover?| A．Studying hunting techniques. | B．Improving their intelligence. |
| C．Changing their identity cards. | D．Trying some detective activities. |
| A．Spy Museum. | B．Baseball Hall of Fame. |
| C．Milwaukee Public Museum. | D．Baltimore National Aquarium. |
| A．$400. | B．$420. | C．$460. | D．$480. |
3 . The Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM), located in the West Kowloon Cultural District of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, was established on June 22 and is scheduled to open to the public on July 2. More than 40,000 tickets were sold or reserved within eight hours on the first day of public sale, and all free visits on Wednesdays in July were fully booked.
The HKPM, not only adds to cultural atmosphere in the city, but also provides a new site for local residents and visitors to learn about the development of Chinese civilization and culture. More than 900 pieces of treasures from the collection of the Palace Museum in Beijing will be put on display at the opening exhibitions. From paintings to ancient architectures, the exhibits span the 5,000-year history of Chinese civilization, covering all categories of the collection of the Palace Museum, including 166 pieces of first-class cultural relics of the country. This will be the largest and highest-level cultural heritage exhibitions of the Palace Museum outside of the mainland since its establishment in 1925.
Prepare work for the exhibitions began in 2018, with the Palace Museum fielding a team of leading experts and scholars, associated with the manage team of the HKPM.
“It is a great thing to display the pieces of cultural relics in Hong Kong, which reflects the central government’s support to the development of Hong Kong’s cultural projects,” said Ng, adding that the exhibits from the Palace Museum will present a cultural feast to Hong Kong residents by telling them about the motherland’s long history and splendid culture.
“Promoting traditional Chinese culture is one of our important tasks,” said Betty Fung, chief executive officer of West Kowloon Cultural District Authority. She said the HKPM will actively push ahead with the publicity of the motherland’s culture and history after its opening, enhancing Hong Kong residents’ cultural confidence in the country, especially among youths.
Fung said that the HKPM will actively enhance cooperation with international museums, telling the world the stories of China, including the stories of Hong Kong.
1. What can we infer from the first paragraph?| A．Hong Kong citizens can visit the museum freely. |
| B．Hong Kong Palace Museum is warmly welcomed. |
| C．Hong Kong citizens can enjoy the exhibition in June. |
| D．Hong Kong Palace Museum opens within eight hours per day. |
| A．900 pieces of first-class cultural relics. |
| B．The history of Hong Kong since 1925. |
| C．The development of international civilization. |
| D．All categories of the collection of the Palace Museum. |
| A．Favorable. | B．Disappointed. | C．Doubtful. | D．Puzzled. |
| A．HKPM: Hong Kong’s Cultural Authority |
| B．HKPM: Cooperation with International Museums |
| C．HKPM: A New Cultural Landmark of Hong Kong |
| D．HKPM: Showcase of Hong Kong’s Cultural Relics |
4 . How to Travel a Long Distance With a Dog
Whether you are moving across the country or taking a road trip, traveling can be a stressful activity.
Make sure your dog has all of their vaccinations (疫苗).
Let your vet give your dog medicine for motion sickness (晕动症). If you’ve taken your dog on shorter car rides before, you may have noticed that it gets sick from the motion of the car. Ask your vet if it can help ease the dog’s stomach while in motion.
Pack up the necessary things for your dog in a bag that is easy to get. Every dog is different and needs different items.
| A．Lay down a blanket to keep your dog comfortable. |
| B．Give your dog a pill every few hours during a car ride. |
| C．Traveling with your dog can even add more stress to your trip. |
| D．So you should know how to manage your stress during the trip. |
| E．Tire out your dog with a long walk before you start your journey. |
| F．Make sure you have your dog’s food, some water and dishes in a bag. |
| G．It is important to make your dog happy and healthy during their travels. |
1. What will the man do next month?
| A．Give a performance. | B．Visit some friends. | C．Take a holiday. |
| A．On April 13th. | B．On April 17th. | C．On April 23rd. |
| A．A study. | B．A conference. | C．A festival. |
| A．Cleaning houses. | B．Having water fights. | C．Dressing up in colorful clothing. |
One of the unique parts of Chinese architecture is altar(坛). If you do a Beijing tour, you will see many altars. The Chinese tan is an altar where ancient
The most celebrated altar in China is Huanqiutan in Beijing’ s Temple of Heaven,
7 . While travelling somewhere in our hearts, we wish we could stay for a few more days, but, we don’t. Why don’t we? Mainly because of work demands, last-minute arrangements at home, etc.
However, this is only our mindset and concerns; we can enlarge the vacation for a few more days.
For better mental health. Your daily routine is stressful, and you are tied to a lot of personal and professional commitments. You can’t get rid of them permanently (永久地), but you do need a break from all the stress and mental sufferings.
Since the weather changed. You eagerly planned your trip and arrived at your destination only to discover that it was pouring severely. If this happened, you might have only enjoyed some things and spent the rest of your time in your hotel room.
Still not satisfied. Assuming that you live on monthly paychecks, vacations are a once-a-year occurrence.
| A．For better physical health. |
| B．Last-minute decisions for an extended vacation. |
| C．Finally, when it’s time to leave, the clouds clear up. |
| D．So, when you eventually have one, make the most of it. |
| E．It’s not difficult, and one just needs to make a few adjustments. |
| F．Put your overall health and deepest desires ahead of everything else. |
| G．So, when you are finally on vacation, you must rest and compose yourself. |
8 . If you’re looking to start your own checklist of places to visit during your life, begin with our list of the top tourist attractions in the world.
Petra, Jordan
You may have an Indiana Jones feeling as you walk through a 1.2-kilometer-long narrow crack (裂缝) in the sandstone hills and get into a hidden city. First built over 2,000 years ago and lost to the outside world for 600 years, the city was only discovered in 1812.
Fantastic buildings are built directly into the red rock walls and are wonderfully preserved, just begging to be explored and photographed.
Grand Canyon, USA
The greatest natural attraction in the United States, the Grand Canyon is a key sight for all travelers planning their lifetime of adventures. Standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon, looking out over the carved landscape, will awaken your senses.
Stonehenge, England
Stonehenge is one of those places that makes you consider what went on here over 4,500 years ago. It’s long been a mystery to historians, and has caught the imagination of countless visitors. Despite the large number of tourists that stand on Stonehenge, the place still has a mystical feel.
Niagara Falls, Canada & USA
On the edge between the United States and Canada, these great falls have been drawing explorers and travelers for centuries. Just over an hour from the city of Toronto, Niagara Falls is easy to get to, and the town is a fun place to spend a night or two.
Walk up to the edge of the falls, wander along the paved walk (人行道) lining the gorge (峡谷) for different views, or take a boat tour for a close-up look at the water pouring over the lip of the gorge above you. For a bird’s-eye view, head up the Skylon Tower to look out over the falls.
1. What is special about Petra?| A．It has been rebuilt many times. | B．It is on a wide and large square. |
| C．It keeps unknown for many years. | D．Buildings have been greatly damaged. |
| A．It’s a mystery to tourists and historians. | B．It was built more than 2,000 years ago. |
| C．Its carved landscape attracted tourists. | D．It’s lost to the outside world for 600 years. |
| A．Petra. | B．Stonehenge. | C．Grand Canyon. | D．Niagara Falls. |
9 . Visiting a completely new place can bring a lot of excitement, but it can also be a bit scary and confusing. With the right preparation, however, your first international travel shouldn't be all too stressful.
Secure and double-check your passport
If you're not familiar, a visa is a document issued by the country or countries you're traveling to, giving you permission to visit for a specific number of days. If you visit a country, make sure that you secure it before your flight. If you fail to do so, you won't be allowed to board the plane.
Make sure that you can access your money overseas
Thankfully, you don't need to carry cash or traveler's cheques when traveling overseas. Check with your bank and see if you need to set up a travel alert while abroad so your bank knows when and where you're traveling.
Plan your clothes and pack early
Men pack their clothes at the very last minute, and this is not very ideal. Most of the time, people tend to forget things when they pack right before a flight.
| A．Apply for the document |
| B．Obtain a visa before on board |
| C．Then check whether your credit card will be accepted overseas. |
| D．Your passport is the most crucial thing you need when traveling to another country. |
| E．To help make sure that your trip will go smoothly, follow these essential steps below. |
| F．Forgetting an item can be very stressful especially if you can't return to get that item anymore. |
| G．You can also ask them about international fees and partner banks in the country you'll be visiting. |
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Last Sunday, I visited to a forest park of our city with my friend Tom. It took us about twenty minutes to ride there. Upon arriving, we took a picture at the gate of a park first. Then we begin our trip. Breathed fresh air, we observed many kinds of trees, some of which we had never heard of before. In addition to plants, we also fascinated by strange stones and various public facility in the park. However, which attracted me most was the fountain in the middle of a lake. On our way back, all of us were very excited. But we're looking forward to enjoying the nature scenery again.
