1. Why did the speaker go on the tour?
| A．It was the prize of a competition. |
| B．John asked her to go with him. |
| C．It was her travel plan. |
| A．The drinks. | B．The food. | C．The waiters. |
| A．Disappointing. | B．Amazing. | C．Terrible. |
| A．She rode an elephant. |
| B．She went to the mountains. |
| C．She relaxed in the hotel. |
1. Who is the speaker?
| A．A tourist guide. | B．A radio host. | C．A travel agent. |
| A．By bus. | B．On foot. | C．By bike. |
| A．See a famous statue. | B．Enjoy the seaside scenery. | C．Discover the life of a noble family. |
1. Why did the speaker buy a new umbrella?
| A．His old one was damaged. | B．He really loved that one. | C．He failed to bring one. |
| A．It is beside the Eiffel Tower. | B．It is very close to a bakery. | C．It is within walking distance to Louvre. |
| A．To see some artworks. | B．To eat some French food. | C．To meet some good friends. |
4 . The southern New Zealand town of Kaitangata appears the chief example of the countryside landscapes the island is known for; it’s lush (苍翠的), hilly, green, and peaceful. Only about 800 people live there, and it’s a mere eight minutes from the coastline.
For those who prefer the rural, slow lifestyle and community feel in their living environment, it’s basically perfect. And here’s the best part：New Zealand desperately wants you to move there. Seriously.
The small town is heavily involved in necessary industries relating to dairy (乳制品) processing and freezing works, which more than fill the area’s economic needs. In this very unique case, that presents a real problem: there are around 1,000 vacant jobs and too much affordable housing for the residents to fill.
“We have got youth unemployment down to two,” Mayor Bryan Cadogan says, “Not 2 percent — just two unemployed young people.”
So in response to this distinctive crisis, Cadogan and the town’s bank, lawyers, and community services are launching a recruitment (征募) campaign to try and attract candidates to the area with housing and land packages costing only 230,000 NZ dollars, or almost 165,000 US dollars.
According to the local residents, “Kai”, as citizens call it, is warm and mainly concerned with the community.
“This is an oldfashioned community, we don’t lock our houses, we let kids run free,” a local dairy farmer and thirdgeneration native named Evan Dick told The Guardian.
“We have jobs, we have houses, but we don’t have people. We want to make this town vibrant again, and we are waiting with open arms.”
1. If people move there, they can enjoy ________.| A．too much free housing | B．the rich cooking culture |
| C．getting money without a job | D．the peaceful rural slow lifestyle |
| A．Farming and fishing. | B．Dairy processing and freezing. |
| C．Agricultural processing. | D．The farmed animal industries. |
| A．Lacking labor force. | B．Youth unemployment. |
| C．Poor community services. | D．Public security problems. |
| A．a travel guide | B．a science report |
| C．an advertisement | D．a column of Around the World |
5 . It is summer, and the living is comfortable. For many Americans, this is the season to travel. Why? Because school has finished; the weather is great, and most of all, we all deserve a break. When Americans want to take a break, they often head for their favourite vacation spot.
Throughout their history, Americans have been people on the move. Hundreds of years ago, the early immigrants had to travel to get to the New World. Once they arrived, they settled along the East Coast. But they weren’t content to stay there. Explorers and traders journeyed to the unknown western areas. Later, settlers moved west to develop these new regions. As a result of this westward migration, Americans eventually occupied the whole mainland — from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Even today, Americans seem unable to stay put. Research says that the average American moves every five years.
Besides their habit of changing living places, Americans are used to travelling. Some people often go out on business. Their jobs may require them to take frequent business trips. Most companies provide an annual vacation for their employees, and people often use that time to travel. Some people just visit friends or relatives in different states. Others go on weekend trips that don’t cost a lot of money. Those with more expensive tastes choose luxurious resorts and hotels.
Most Americans prefer to travel within their own nation’s borders. Why? For one thing, it’s cheaper than travelling abroad, and for another, there’s no language problem. What’s more, the vast American territory offers different kinds of tourist attractions. Nature lovers can enjoy beaches, mountains, lakes and a wealth of natural wonders. Major cities offer visitors a lot of urban delights. The convenience of modern freeways, railways and airplanes makes travel in America as easy as pie.
Many American vacations are as unique as the people who take them. Families often go on a journey with the kids. More and more family-friendly vacation resorts offer special programs for children. History lovers seek out famous historical sites and museums. Environmentalists prefer “green vacations”. These trips allow them to observe plants and animals closely without disturbing the balance of nature. Some people find sea cruises relaxing and refreshing. Others enjoy their trips by fishing, skiing or white-water rafting.
Americans aren’t the only people in the world who like travelling around. People all over the world enjoy visiting scenic spots in their own country and going abroad to travel. But in America, almost everybody is a tourist sometime.
1. This passage is mainly about________.| A．American immigrants in history |
| B．some famous resorts in America |
| C．Americans’ love for travelling |
| D．some special people in America |
| A．Americans are content to stay at the place where they are living now. |
| B．The American immigrants moved from the east to the western areas. |
| C．Americans are used to changing living places, but they don’t like travelling around. |
| D．Most Americans prefer to go abroad to travel. |
| A．Travelling abroad is more expensive. |
| B．People in America speak different languages. |
| C．The traffic in America is very convenient. |
| D．The vast American territory offers different kinds of tourist attractions. |
| A．Indifferent | B．Doubtful | C．Concerned | D．Uncaring |
6 . Though 2021 was not exactly the year of jet-setting travel that we’d hoped for, we have our fingers crossed for 2022. We’ve handpicked 4 incredible hotels with openings in 2021 and 2022 for you to stay at — or dream of — in the new year.
Rock House, Turks and Caicos
Opened in spring 2022, Rock House is set to be one of Turks and Caicos’ most luxurious resorts, featuring 46 plush Mediterranean-inspired cottages outfitted with ocean-facing plunge pools.
The resort will also boast a private beach, a European-style beach club, luxurious nature trails and a 100-foot-long pool — the largest in Turks and Caicos.
Rates start from $665. Visit: Rock House, Tel: 87647333
The Reykjavik EDITION, Iceland
The Reykjavik EDITION, which opened on November 9, got thumbs up from the day it opened. Inside, you’ll find astonishing volcanic rock floors, a luxurious and a signature restaurant managed by Michelin-starred chef Gunnar Karl Gislason. In typical EDITION fashion, its 253 rooms are modern and design-centric, featuring Icelandic artwork and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city.
Rates start from $540. Visit: The Reykjavik EDITION, Tel: 57382651
W Melbourne, Australia
The W Melbourne, which opened in February, was the first international five-star hotel to launch in Australia in 2021 — a hopeful sign that tourism might soon resume Down Under.
It’s as luxurious and modern as you’d expect any W Hotel to be, with an added dose of Melbourne cool. Its 294 rooms are equally exciting.
Rates start from $350. Visit: W Melbourne, Tel: 63175982
Korinkyo, Japan
Located moments away from one of Japan’s most beautiful landscaped gardens.This minimalist (极简主义者) hotel that opened this year in Ishikawa Prefecture is a wonder of nature. Its 18 guest rooms are the picture of Japanese minimalism with simple wood and stone finishes and a neutral design palette, allowing the surrounding nature vistas to take the spotlight.
Rates start from $ 320. Visit: Korinkyo, Tel: 09738724
1. How much will you spend at least if you stay at Rock House for a night?| A．$320. | B．$ 350. | C．$540. | D．$ 665. |
| A．Call at 57382651. | B．Visit Korinkyo. | C．Call at 87647333. | D．Visit W Melbourne. |
| A．Rock House. | B．The Reykjavik EDITION. | C．W Melbourne. | D．Korinkyo. |
1. What does the man suggest the woman see?
| A．Old buildings. | B．National parks. | C．National museums. |
| A．By car. | B．By bus. | C．By air. |
| A．A tent and a few pieces of equipment. |
| B．A car and a few pieces of equipment. |
| C．A tent and a car. |
| A．The woman will stay in the man’s country for 2 weeks. |
| B．There are some most beautiful mountains in the man’s country. |
| C．There are some great national parks in the woman’s country. |
1. What’s the weather like in the man’s city now?
| A．Windy and snowy. | B．Sunny and windy. | C．Cold and wet. |
| A．A violent storm. | B．A heavy snow. | C．A light wind. |
| A．Get ready for the hurricane. | B．Go to the beach. | C．Call the man this evening. |
9 . Portugal (葡萄牙) is one of Europe’s oldest nations. First time visitors are usually struck by the friendliness of the people, the affordable food and wine, and the diversity (多样性) of a country that is relatively easy to travel in, you can travel around Portugal in just a few days.
Portugal’s cities especially Lisbon and Porto show Portugal’s role as a superpower in the past that that ruled the sea from Brazil to East Asia, though it’s, not all about history: “the cities have some of Europe”, best clubs and modern buildings. Head inland and there are endless possibilities from touring the countryside to walking, cycling or rowing down inland rivers. It is the coast, however, that is the biggest attraction. From cliff backed coves (背靠悬崖的小海湾) to endless hills of sand, you are seldom far from beautiful beach. While its western Atlantic beach is still relatively unknown to those outside the surfing community, the calmer waters of the Algarve offer a relaxed beach experience.
One of the many advantages of Portugal is its year-round sunshine. Although the winter months can be a little cold, the sun is often shining and the skies are blue. The best time to travel to Portugal is during late spring (March to May) and early autumn (September to October) when the weather is warm. In the summer months, beaches are full of people, hotels are more expensive and the temperature can be unbearably hot.
Portugal’s relatively small size allows for much of the country to be seen within a short period of time while also allowing for it to be explored in depth over a longer period. You can create your own itinerary (旅行计划) with Rough Guides if you are looking for something especially provided for you, or for more ideas check out our itineraries to meet your every travelling wish!
1. Which word is closest in meaning to the underlined word “struck” in Paragraph 1? ________| A．Hit. | B．Stopped. | C．Attracted. | D．Changed. |
| A．The coast. | B．The rivers. | C．The mountains. | D．The countryside. |
| A．The hotels in Portugal. | B．The weather in Portugal. |
| C．How to travel to Portugal. | D．When to travel to Portugal. |
| A．Outdoor activities in Portugal. | B．Lisbon’s best affordable hotels. |
| C．Several itineraries to choose from. | D．Portugal’s top five surfing beaches. |
Several years ago, my wife and I
The “land of a thousand hills” spread out before us as we drove. We were
The first morning, we set out at sunrise to meet our guide
We wish we were still immersing(使沉浸在) ourselves in the wonderful and
