1 . How to Save Money to Visit Shanghai Disneyland?

The “happiest place on Earth” is a top destination on many families’ bucket lists.But taking a vacation to Disney World can be difficult to do on a budget.There are some considerations that you can make to reduce the cost of your Disney World vacation.

1.Buy Souvenirs in Advance

Disney has influenced practically every industry,which makes it easy to find Disney items anywhere,from shopping centres and your local grocery stores to department stores.You can save a lot of money by purchasing items before your trip at these less-expensive places than at Disneyland.

2.Make an Autograph Book

An autograph book is seen as a must-have by many Disneyland enthusiasts and is a memory you can take home with you.These books can cost anywhere from $7.95 to $19.95 at the Disney Store and up to $30 for the latest-and-greatest autograph book at Disneyland,such as the park’s 60th anniversary edition.Other choices can get the job done for under $5.For example,you can buy a small photo album,cute pad or notebook.

3.Eat Breakfast Before You Arrive

Breakfast is almost as pricey as lunch or dinner if you eat inside the Disneyland Park.If you have a hotel with a free breakfast,take advantage of it.If you want to eat out,eat at a local restaurant that is inexpensive or has a kids’ menu.

4.Take Advantage of Discounts Offered to Special Groups

Disney offers a wide variety of discounts,including for military service members,college students,teachers,and youth groups.If you think you might qualify for a special discount or group rate,call the Disneyland Resort to book tickets.

1. It may take you more money to buy souvenirs at        .

A．Disneyland	B．department stores
C．shopping centres	D．local grocery stores

2. How much do you pay for the park’s 60th anniversary edition at Disneyland?

A．$7.95.

B．$19.95.

C．$5.

D．$30.

3. What is one piece of the author’s advice on breakfast?

A．You had better eat at Disneyland.

B．You can eat at a local restaurant.

C．You should prepare it well at home.

D．You can ask the hotel to supply it for free.

2 . A Fantastic Round Trip Rail Tour of Scotland

※9 days

※$2,395 per person (Travel insurance is not included in the price but can be arranged.)

Special offer

Book a qualifying 2023 escorted(导游陪同) rail tour and save up to $250 per person. Book by November 24, 2022, so that your vacation start or end can be arranged to meet your travel needs.

About the tour

Lakes and valleys, as well as castles and islands, wait for our discovery as we travel through the beautiful island of Scotland. The explorations begin in Edinburgh, where we can explore freely before traveling to Glasgow. In Glasgow, we board the famous West Highland Line and travel along lakes, past mountains, and through unique villages. Leaving the mainland, we journey by ferryboat to the Isle of Mull and enjoy a visit to an ancient castle and authentic Scotch whiskey(威士忌酒). Then, we enjoy highlights such as Neptune’s Staircase, a cruise of Loch Linnhe, a ride aboard the Jacobite Steam Train. and the legendary Loc h Ness. One final train ride, the Kyle Line, takes us to Kyle of Lochalsh, where we visit the 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle. After returning to Edinburgh, we can enjoy more representative views.

Highlights

·Three scenic rail excursions(短途旅行)

·Isle of Mull including Duart Castle

·Whiskey tasting

·Visits to Eilean Donan Castle

What’s included

TRANSPORTATION	·Standard Class rail travel on local rail networks ·Heritage Rail Excursions ·All rail and coach travel throughout the tour
ACCOMMODATION	·Hotel accommodations for 8 nights?
EXCURSIONS & ENTERTAINMENT	·Services of a professional tour escort and knowledgeable local guides
FOOD &DRINKS	·15 meals including a special “Scottish Evening”on the final night featuring a Scottish piper(风笛吹奏者) and a traditional Scottish menu

Attention：Travel insurance is not included in the price but can be arranged.
1. What should you do to get a special offer?

A．Book by November 24, 2022.	B．Travel in a group of more than three.
C．Pay in cash at least 9 days in advance.	D．Determine the travel needs earlier than others.

2. How can we get access to the Eilean Donan Castle?

A．By ferryboat.	B．By plane.
C．By boarding the Kyle Line.	D．By boarding the West Highland Line.

3. What service charges an extra fee?

A．Transportation.

B．Accommodation.

C．Food.

D．Travel insurance.

3 . The most popular of the amusement parks in Canada is Paramount Canada’s Wonderland. This park frequenty gets the most visitors of any seasonal park in North America. One reason is its numbers of wild rides. For younger kids, the television characters are very exciting. You can see Fred Flinstone, Sponge Bob Square Pants or Dora the Explorer. There are often rides starring these characters that are more popular among primary school student. There are plenty of fantastic shows for families to watch as well. What’s more, there are a variety of theme parties before midnight.

Another popular theme park is Galaxyland Amusement Park. Amusement park’s fun shouldn’t be limited to just the summer months, and Galaxyland is aware of this. As the world’s largest indoor amusement park, Galaxyland packs in it 25 breathtaking rides and attractions. It is also home to one of the world’s largest indoor rollercoasters. Galaxyland remains one of the most popular theme parks in Canada for older children because of attractions like the Rock “N” Ride Dance Party. This party combines music, music videos and unlimited rides from 8 p.m. to midnight.

One of the most visited amusement parks in Canada on the west coast is Playland. Playland, unlike other Canadian theme parks, has a long history in its city. Playland has all the fun of a carnival, with singing and dancing, scary houses, and a ferris wheel. There are also modern additions in the park, like a climbing wall for kids and a video game room. Playland is open from spring through fall though only on weekends and holidays before June 18 and after September 1st.

1. Which of the following is TRUE about Paramount Canada’s Wonderland?

A．It is the largest seasonal park in Canada.

B．It offers many interesting performances to visitors.

C．Its rides star many characters popular among teenagers.

D．It has the biggest number of visitors of all the Canadian parks.

2. What do these three popular theme parks have in common?

A．They all have attractions for children.	B．They all open throughout the year.
C．They all have parties.	D．They are all outdoor parks.

3. The text is mainly intended to          .

A．encourage people to travel in Canada

B．compare different theme parks in Canada

C．introduce some popular Canadian theme parks

D．offer some tips on visiting theme parks in Canada

4 . Top Silk Road Attractions

Terracotta Warriors (兵马俑)

Type: History Museums, Historic Sites

Recommended Length of Visit: 3 hours

As the eighth wonder of the ancient world, it has a history of more than 2, 200 years. Oriental mummies (东方木乃伊) wait for you to discover their mystery.

Mogao Grottoes (莫高窟)

Type: Buddhism, Historic Sites

Recommended Length of Visit: 3 hours

Considered as the eastern Louvre Museum, Mogao Grottoes is a glorious treasure of ancient Buddhist cave art. The history of Mogao Grottoes can be traced back to the “Five Hu — 16Kingdoms” period (AD 304-439).

Big Wild Goose Pagoda (大雁塔)

Type: Culture & History, Buddhism

Recommended Length of Visit: 2 hours

For hundreds of years, this great pagoda has always been the symbol of Xi’an. It is famous for the great traveler Xuanzang of Tang Dynasty who traveled from China to India to learn the Buddhism and got back to China with many precious Buddhist scriptures (佛经).

Qinghai Lake

Type: Lake

Recommended Length of Visit: 5 hours

Known as the largest inland lake, as well as the largest salt water lake in China, it is the most visited and famous attraction in Qinghai Province. Here, you not only enjoy the fantastic natural beauty, but also experience the amazing culture here.

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1. What do Mogao Grottoes and Big Wild Goose Pagoda have in common?

A．Both contain ancient Buddhist cave art.

B．Both are related to history and Buddhism.

C．Both are known as the symbol of Xi’an.

D．Both were constructed during the Tang Dynasty.

2. Which of the following provides tourists with breathtaking natural scenery?

A．Terracotta Warriors.	B．Mogao Grottoes.
C．Big Wild Goose Pagoda.	D．Qinghai Lake.

3. Where is this text most likely from?

A．A novel.	B．A storybook.
C．A website.	D．A magazine.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the woman think of her trip?

A．Amazing.

B．Dangerous.

C．Disappointing.

2. What does the man mean in the end?

A．The woman should have gone hiking.

B．The woman should have tried the dog sled.

C．The woman should have climbed mountains,

7 . Central Park

Explore Central Park, one of the largest city parks in the world and one of the most famous symbols of New York. Let’s have a look at its main sights.

Central Park is New York’s largest city park and one of the biggest in the world, with an area of 843 acres (about 3.4km²). This park is home to man-made lakes, waterfalls, grass and wooded areas. You will also find the Central Park Zoo, among other attractions in this greenspace of New York.

Besides being the city’s primary green lungs, Central Park is also a favorite spot for many New Yorkers. It is perfect for sunbathing, going for walks, or doing any outdoor sports. Something that we found curious is seeing so many people running with their babies in prams (婴儿车).

On Foot or by Bicycle

To get to know some of the wildest parts of Central Park we suggest walking. However, to get a general feel for the whole park, the best thing to do is hire a bicycle and enjoy the scenery.

If you decide to hire a bike, you will find lots of bike rental stores around Central Park that are not very expensive.

Open Time

From 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends.

From 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on weekdays.

Price

Entry to the Park is free. But if you visit some parts like Central Park Zoo, you need to buy a ticket.

Transport

Subway: Line 5, 6, 7, A, B, C and D．

Bus: Line M1, M2, M3, M4 and M10.

Nearby places

Metropolitan Museum of Art (447 m)

Guggenheim Museum (564 m)

American Museum of Natural History (688 m)

Whitney Museum of American Art (1 km)

The Frick Collection (1.3 km)

1. What can we learn about the Central Park from the text?

A．It is home to lakes and waterfalls.

B．It is perfect for doing outdoor sports.

C．It is the largest city park in the world.

D．It is the most famous symbol of New York.

2. Which one of the following things is free?

A．Hiring a bicycle.	B．Entrance to Central Park.
C．Visiting Central Park Zoo.	D．Going to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

3. Where can we find this text?

A．In a science report.	B．In a geography book.
C．In a fashion magazine.	D．In a travel guide.

8 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

Flash floods hit Longcaogou of Pengzhou, Southwest China’s Sichuan Province on Saturday. Seven people     1     (kill) and eight others slightly injured. Local authorities announced on Sunday, noting that some tourists     2     were camping in the dried-up river were trapped in the flood after failing     3     (escape) in time.

More than 500     4     (rescuer) are conducting a search of valleys and rivers to find lost tourists over the weekend, said local authorities, adding that at least 15     5     (profession) rescue teams, including mountain rescue and diving rescue teams, are taking part in the rescue work. The rescue work at     6     scene is drawing to a close.     7     Longcaogou was hit by floods in 2015 and 2017, it has not stopped tourists from visiting the area.

Meanwhile, Longcaogou has been     8     (wide) recommended on social media platforms     9     a “nice holiday resort.” Many bloggers posted pictures of the valley’s beautiful scenery and their trips on the lifestyle-sharing platforms with captions (图片的说明文字)     10     (recommend) that people go there.

9 . 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。

Architect Kéré won the Pritzker Prize, the world’s highest     1     (recognize) in building design. “The 56-year-old Kéré     2     (honor) last Tuesday for his pioneering designs,” said Tom Pritzker, who is the chairman of the Hyatt Foundation. He added, “The architect’s works are sustainable to Earth and its inhabitants.” Kéré is a citizen of both Burkina Faso and Germany and lives in Berlin. He said he was     3     happiest man on the planet     4     (become) the 51st recipient of the famous yearly prize. Kéré is known for building schools, health centers, housing and     5     public places across Africa. He is     6     (equal) an architect and a servant,     7     (improve) the lives and experiences of countless citizens in a region of the world that is at times forgotten.

Kéré won special praise for his 2001 project to build a primary school in Gando, the village in     8     he was born.     9     (like) traditional school buildings, which use concrete, Kéré’s creative design combines local clay and cement (水泥) to form bricks. The material helps keep the building cool in the hot environment. A wide metal roof protects the building from rain     10     helps air flow. The success of the project lies in the creation of an extension, a library and teachers’ housing in later years.

10 . The Beijing Expo Park, where the International Horticultural Exhibition (国际园艺展) took place in 2019, has become a camping resort this summer. Twelve camping areas each named after the constellations (星座) have recently opened to the public at the park.

“When I see parents and children put down their mobile phones and enjoy their family time, I feel happy. At this moment, all our efforts in organizing this camping festival have paid off, ”said Xue He, a camping operator at the park.

“Located in the Yanqing district of Beijing, the camping area covers about 280, 000 square meters. It provides more than 1, 000 camping spots where tourists can spend their leisure time on picnics, fishing, horse riding, boating, and many other activities, ” said Han Weiwei, a manager of the Beijing Expo Park Investment and Development.

At the camping area named after Sagittarius, tents are spread throughout the woods, while a wooden trestle (支架) connects the campsites. “We pursue harmony between humans and nature, so the original plants were preserved as much as possible, ” said Liu Xiao’ou, an operator in the area.

“Horse riding is one of the most popular activities here, ”Liu said, adding that campers can ride horses in the Sagittarius area under the guidance of coaches. Children can also interact with some little cute horses which are less than one meter in height.

As the altitude in Yanqing is higher than that in downtown Beijing, the expo park is much cooler in summer. “This is favorable for camping. These abundant activities have given is so much fun, ” said a resident surnamed Yin from downtown Beijing.

In the coming three months, the Beijing Expo Park is going to host more than 30 activities during the camping festival, including bicycle races, fishing contests and night runs, according to the organizers.

1. What has happened in the Beijing Expo Park?

A．Horse riding performance has been offered.

B．Twelve camping areas have opened.

C．Art exhibitions have taken place.

D．A traditional festival has been celebrated.

2. Which of the following best describes the camping festival organized by Xue He?

A．Successful.

B．Unwelcome.

C．Boring.

D．Important.

3. What can we know about the Sagittarius area from Liu Xiao’ou?

A．The camping area is only for children.

B．Campers have little fun at the Sagittarius area.

C．Horse riding becomes popular only among children.

D．Campers are offered a natural environment.

4. What is the main idea of the text?

A．The Beijing Expo Park will be open to the public.

B．The Beijing Expo Park has changed its course for the future.

C．The Beijing Expo Park becomes popular for its abundant exhibitions.

D．The Beijing Expo park offers memorable camping experiences to the public.