The annual Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture (雕塑) Festival, which
Last year, more than a million visitors
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When the ice and snow sculptures are lit up by thousands of lanterns, they are very
2 . Many people travel to enrich and enjoy themselves. As a Persian writer said:“Travel brings power and love back into your life.” However, their travel methods may be different each year.
Traveling alone
Traditionally, travel seems to be a group activity to have fun together and avoid loneliness. But traveling alone has become popular, especially among young people.
Traveling on your own means that you are the boss of everything, choosing wherever you want to go, whatever you eat and whenever you go out. For some people, it also offers a chance to find themselves a more confident person that is ready to deal with anything.
Virtual（虚拟的）reality
World travel can be expensive. But virtual reality, or VR is giving more possibilities to travel for little cost. With ever-improving headsets（头戴式视读器）, smartphones and Wi-Fi connections, people can have a 360-degree experience of museums, theme parks and historical places.
There are always some “must-see” places anywhere you travel. But traveling in such places always brings problems like overcrowding and noise. In order to have a better travel experience, many tend to visit less famous places. With less transportation and fewer things to do, hitting up a little town gets people to slow down and notice the little things.
| A．You may find out that you are likely to become a boss in the future |
| B．But traveling in a completely foreign land alone can be challenging |
| C．Here are some top choices for this year |
| D．Slowing down to enjoy the trip |
| E．Getting off the crowded path |
| F．Take a walk, ride a bike, drink coffee and explore the natural scenery |
| G．With these technologies, visitors can experience the surface of Mars |
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4 . Teen adventure: Europe coast to coast 2022
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Holland, Belgium, Paris
Our group will gather in Amsterdam and spend the first night in the ancient Dutch city of Haarlem before picking up the well-traveled Nordzeeroute bike route. This protected, coastal path winds its way along the coast of the North Sea for nearly 300 miles, past windmills and over banks. We’ll make our way through charming Dutch and Belgian towns and cross the border into France. Once in France, we’ll ride quiet country roads through small villages, enjoying the many delights of rural French life along our way. We’ll continue south to Chantilly and take a train in to spend a day in the City of Light.
Rural France, Germany’s Black Forest & the Bodensee
From Paris, we continue east through the vineyard(葡萄园) covered hills of the Champagne region, into the green valleys of Alsace-Lorraine, and then on to Strasbourg, right on France’s border with Germany. We’ll cross the Rhine River and follow Germany’s outstanding network of bike paths through the charming Black Forest to the shores of Lake Constance, also known in Germany as the Bodensee. We’ll look across this famous lake to the snow-covered peaks of the Alps — the next leg of our journey together.
The Alps, Northern Italy Venice
Leaving the Bodensee, we’ll start our climb into and through the Austrian Alps. Shortly after skirting the Swiss border, we’ll cross into Bella Italia and begin our downhill descent(斜坡) toward the warm waters of the Adriatic Sea. Upon arrival, we’ll put our bikes away and spend our final days together celebrating our great cycling skills while exploring Venice, one of the world’s most beautiful and mysterious cities.
1. Where will the adventurers explore the City of Light?| A．In France. | B．In Holland. | C．In Belgium. | D．In Germany. |
| A．Swim in the Rhine River. | B．Sail on Lake Constance. |
| C．Get to the top of the Alps. | D．Ride through the Black Forest. |
| A．Five. | B．Six. | C．Seven. | D．Eight. |
5 . Rural homestays (民宿) have become the fastest-growing part in the bed-and-breakfast market since the COVID-19 pandemic, fueled by travelers who seek a more relaxing, pleasant and experiential lifestyle that is close to nature, a recent report found.
Tujia, a domestic online homestay service provider, said there are nearly 800,000 domestic rural homestays available online nationwide. Most people who took rural trips are urbanites (都市人), and most of them come from Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou of Guangdong province, Chengdu of Sichuan province and Chongqing.
Among those who booked rural homestays, more than 60 percent of the total were born in the 1980s and 1990s.
Zhou Cheng,a 33-year-old rural homestay operator, has been involved in the business for more than a decade.
The development of rural homestays has changed the trend of previous one-day tours to suburbs into more in-depth trips.
| A．He witnessed (见证) the fast growth of the domestic bed-and-breakfast sector. |
| B．Besides accommodations, catering services are also provided to customers. |
| C．These urbanites have driven the rapid growth of rural homestays. |
| D．In 2021, the booking volume of rural homestays in Beijing increased by 10 percent year-on-year, and revenue jumped 38 percent year-on-year. |
| E．An effective way to increase consumption is to convince travelers to stay overnight. |
| F．Consumers’ frequent short trips to suburban areas have driven the growth of rural homestays. |
| G．Tourists can have more in-depth trip experiences and improve the quality of their trips. |
6 . Some Sightseeing Tours
Tour A: Bath & Stonehenge, £39
It includes entrance fees to the ancient Roman bathrooms and Stonehenge. Visit the city with over 2,000 years of history and Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent and the Costume Museum. Stonehenge is one of the world’s most famous monuments dating back over 4,000 years.
Tour B: Oxford & Stratford, £36
It includes entrance fees to the University St Mary’s Church Tower and Anne Hathaway’s house. Oxford: It includes a guided tour of England’s oldest university city and colleges. Look over the “city of dreaming spires (尖顶)” from St Mary’s Church Tower. Stratford: It includes a guided tour exploring much of the Shakespeare wonder.
Tour C: Windsor Castle & Hampton Court, £37
It includes entrance fees to Hampton Court Palace, a guided tour of Windsor and Hampton Court, Henry Ⅷ’s favourite palace. Free time to visit Windsor Castle (entrance fees not included). With 500 years of history, Hampton Court was once the home of four kings and one queen. Now this former royal palace is open to the public as a major tourist attraction. Visit the palace and its various historic gardens, which include the famous maze (迷宫) where it is easy to get lost!
Tour D: Cambridge, £33
It includes entrance fees to the Tower of Saint Mary the Great. It also includes a guided tour of Cambridge, the famous university town, and the gardens of the 18th century.
1. Which tour is the most expensive?| A．Tour A. | B．Tour B. | C．Tour C. | D．Tour D. |
| A．They include a free tour of a church. |
| B．They offer a chance to visit some gardens. |
| C．They include a guided tour of a university. |
| D．They encourage visitors to know Shakespeare. |
| A．Meet a king. | B．Visit a palace. | C．Build a maze. | D．Live in a castle. |
7 . Still waiting for your letter to arrive by owl (猫头鹰)? Don’t worry. You can still lose yourself in the magical world of Harry Potter, just by following this four-day route.
Day 1 Overview Edinburgh
It was in Scotland’s capital city that J.K. Rowling started to plot the adventures of Harry and his fellows. With stoned streets, winding alleys(小巷) and medieval(中世纪的) architecture, the city certainly has a few things in common with the settings from the books and films. She wrote the early chapters in various cafes around the city’s Old Towns.
Day 2 Overview travel to Fort William
Travel by train from Edinburgh to Glasgow and from there, and you can take the West Highland Line to Fort William. This is a great way to see some famous spots from the window, including the mysterious Rannoch Moor, the place where Death Eaters board the train in the movie Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows.
Day 3 Overview all aboard the Hogwarts express
Witness the sweeping cinematic scenery straight out of the eight successful films by booking a seat on the Jacobite Steam Train, which travels from Fort William to Mallaig along the West Highland Line. Stop for lunch in Mallaig and then make the return journey to Fort William. Please be sure to book the steam train in advance, as it is a very popular experience. It opens for the season in April.
Day 4 Overview lakes and valleys
In the films, mysterious, misty landscapes frame(衬托) the background of Harry’s tale, so it’s no surprise that the producers chose the Highlands for many scenes. Spend a day wandering through some of these beautiful spots and feel the magical atmosphere.
1. Where did J.K.Rowling first start to create Harry Potter?| A．In Mallaig. | B．In Edinburgh. |
| C．In Glasgow. | D．In Fort William. |
| A．Have lunch earlier than usual. | B．Learn about the return ticket. |
| C．Make a reservation beforehand. | D．Take a training course in April |
| A．Day 1. | B．Day 2. | C．Day 3. | D．Day 4. |
8 . For thousands of years， buildings have been used to show off power and wealth, to honor leaders or religions, and to stretch the limits of architecture.Since the 19th century,high- rise buildings have sprung up all over the world, showing the modern architecture wonders.
The Empire State Building
The Empire State Building, a 102-story building, was completed in New York in 1931 and was the tallest in the world until 1971.While the Empire State Building was built to be an office building, it still draws millions of tourists each year for overlooking New York.It is currently admired for its green architecture initiatives, in an effort to be a more energy-efficient and eco-friendly green building.
The Jin Mao Building
Completed in 1999 and standing 420.6 meters high，the Jin Mao Building is China's tallest high rise building.Located in Pudong District of Shanghai, the Jin Mao Tower is the 8th super tall 88- floor building, which represents the belief in Chinese culture that the number 8 brings fortune.With both modern and traditional characteristics, the Jin Mao Building is a symbol and landmark of Shanghai and a must-sce for any tourist wishing for a taste of modern Shanghai.
Taipei 101
With a height of 508 meters, Taipei 101 or formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center became the world's tallest building when it was completed in 2003. Designed by C.Y.Lee &.Partners, the multi-use steel and- glass high rise was intended to prevent typhoons and earthquakes.Taipei 101 has developed into the outstanding landmark of the area, and the ideal shopping and relaxing place for locals.
1. What is the Empire State Building recently recognized for?| A．Its multi-functions. |
| B．Its numerous visitors. |
| C．Its wealth and power. |
| D．Its going- green ideas. |
| A．They are landmark buildings. |
| B．They feature traditional cultures. |
| C．They were built in the 20th century. |
| D．They were designed for natural disasters. |
| A．To promote green buildings. |
| B．To recommend tourist attractions. |
| C．To introduce famous tall buildings. |
| D．To advertise the high- rise buildings. |
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Sunday May 4 Sunny
It was the first time I had been to countryside. At 9 o'clock in the morning I started out with several classmates. In the way we saw rice fields and trees on all sides of the road. Factories, shops, and schools had been built in many village. From ten to twelve we visited ten families. We told that many farmers had planted vegetables and raise silkworms (蚕) and they had become rich. Some even bought color TV sets. The life of the farmers had been great improved. It was said that some America friends would come to visit their village. We are greatly inspired by the achievements they had made them in recent years.
10 . Each year many people move to the Sun Belt in the southern United States.
Most of the time people use the word snowbird in reference to retirees that travel to a southern state during the winter months. However, snowbirding is certainly not limited to retirees.
For those people that have the ability to leave their homes for a few months during the winter to explore the southern areas, there are many benefits to have.
| A．They choose to seek a warm and sunny climate. |
| B．Retired people, of course, will take advantage of it. |
| C．Many snowbirds travel in their RVs around the Sun Belt. |
| D．They can build new friendships and communities over the years. |
| E．People of all ages have more freedom to spend months away now. |
| F．There are many ways people choose to accomplish their snowbirding. |
| G．Whatever advantages or disadvantages, people will take whichever way they like. |
