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. |
2 . Spring is just around the corner, but if you are tired of sunflowers, tulips (郁金香) and other standard gardens, why not head to one of these mysterious and wonderful botanical gardens？
Butchart Gardens, British Columbia, Canada
One of the rarest flowers you’ll find at Butchart Gardens is the Meconopsis, otherwise known as the Tibetan blue poppy. The most impressive flowers can be found in the borders, where you’ll find over one million bedding plants. And although the gardens are famous for their perennials (多年生植物), 300,000 spring-flowering plants are grown every year, and over 900 varieties of plants are grown for the summer gardens alone.
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town, South Africa
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is one of a handful of botanic gardens to grow only native plants. Some of the most popular varieties include the king protea, which produces enormous flowers between autumn and summer, and the rare silver tree, a silky-leaved plant, which experts believe could become extinct in the next 50 years.
Denver Botanic Gardens, Colorado, US
Once native to South Africa, these oddly-named flowers are famously drought-hardy, making them perfect for this part of North America. This garden is one of the few to focus on draught-tolerant plants from Colorado and the grasslands of Africa, Mongolia and Argentina. In fact, Colorado is home to nine species of endangered plant, and several can be found here.
Arctic-Alpine Botanic Garden, Tromso, Norway
Visit the world’s northernmost botanical garden and you’ll find a breathtaking collection of plants from the world’s polar and mountainous regions including, in the Himalaya section, the rare giant Tibetan blue poppy, with its huge flowers and metre-high stem. You’ll also see the Wilander buttercup, which can only be found in the quite terrible areas of Svalbard’s unforgiving icy islands.
1. Which botanical garden only plants local species?| A．Arctic-Alpine Botanic Garden. | B．Denver Botanic Gardens. |
| C．Butchart Gardens. | D．Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. |
| A．Rare and hot-tolerant. | B．Smelly and ill-looking. |
| C．Large and tall. | D．Endangered and colorful. |
| A．To analyze the features of plants. | B．To make an advertisement. |
| C．To protect the endangered plants. | D．To introduce some fantastic gardens. |
3 . Hong Kong City Escape
Experience some best known attractions such as The Peak and traditional Central Markets. Kowloon is generally regarded as the main tourist area as it includes countless little shops offering everything you want.
Only £529!
Price includes: Economy class flights, 4 nights at the 3* Standford Mongkok
Valid for travel May 15-June 8
Call Qantas Holidays on 0208 2229127 or email qhlonreservations@quantas. com. au
Red Sea Winter Sun
Warm up this winter on the sunny shores of the Red Sea Riviera at the Steigenberger Gouna hotel, which offers an 18-hole golf course. 7 nights bed & breakfast at £389, three sharing a room with flights from London Gatwick departing 4 January.
Address: Longwood Holidays Ltd, 3 Bourne Court, Southend Road.
Phone: 020 8418 2518
Email: reservations @ longwoodholidays. co. uk
Enchanting China
The perfect introduction to Beijing, Xi’an and the dreamy landscapes of Guilin including the Yangtze --16 days only £1,275. Tread in the footsteps of the emperors through the Forbidden City and walk along the Great Wall.
Price includes: Economy class flights, Services of English-speaking guides
UK Air Passenger Duty £ 40
Valid for travel Feb., Mar., Nov., Dec. 2022 & Jan.--Mar. 2023
Address: CTS Horizons, 7 Upper St Martin’s Lane London.
Phone: 0207 836 9911
Email: cts@ ctsuk. com
Las Vegas £479
Fly to Las Vegas and experience the entertainment capital of the world now! Why not encounter one of the 3 * themed hotels for 4 nights, including Ancient Egypt and King Arthurs’ Camelot !
Address: Funway Holidays, 1 Elmfield Park
Phone: 0870 55 70 770
Email: info@funwayholidays. co. uk
1. Which number is Mary likely to call if she likes going shopping?| A．0208 2229127. | B．0207 836 9911. | C．020 8418 2518. | D．0870 55 70 770. |
| A．CTS Horizons. | B．Longwood Holidays Ltd. |
| C．Funway Holidays. | D．Qantas Holidays. |
| A．Las Vegas is famous for its sunny shores. |
| B．Travelers can play golf at Ancient Egypt hotel. |
| C．A UK Air passenger traveling abroad has to pay £ 40 in tax. |
| D．Travelers have to hire English-speaking guides when visiting Beijing. |
4 . Waterways have played an important role in transportation throughout the history. The following are three of the most beautiful canal cities in the world.
Cape Coral, Florida, U. S.
Cape Coral city in Florida is known for its 400-mile-long waterfront. It is longer than the canal system of any other city in the world. The city has both freshwater and saltwater lakes. The long waterfront gives a unique look to the city. The man-made canals of Cape Coral were built back in the 1970s. The canal system also provides water for irrigation and protects the city from floods.
Birmingham, England
With 1.9 million residents, Birmingham is the largest city in England next to London. Apart from the busy side of this city, there are 100 miles of pretty, navigable canals.
The first canal in Birmingham city was built in 1769. Back in the 18th century, there were 174 miles of canal in the city. Only 100 miles of navigable canal is left today. A peaceful sail through the canals of Birmingham will bring you a magical view of the city.
Venice, Italy
Venice is a wonderfully unique city that lies on a group of 118 islands separated by canals. The islands of Venice are connected together by bridges. There are 170 canals and more than 400 footbridges in Venice. This geographically unique city can be termed as the most beautiful canal city on the planet.
Venice is the largest car-free city in Europe. The traditional boat is the main way of transportation in Venice. Your visit to Venice will not be complete without a boat ride. The 3,800-meter-long Grand Canal is the main waterway in Venice.
1. Which of the following cities has the longest waterfront?| A．Venice. | B．London. | C．Cape Coral. | D．Birmingham. |
| A．It is famous for boat rides. | B．It is surrounded by 118 islands. |
| C．It is named the most beautiful city on earth. | D．It has the largest number of cars in Europe. |
| A．To tell the history of famous cities. | B．To introduce three canal cities. |
| C．To show development of transportation. | D．To protect the ancient culture. |
5 . Provence is an image of the South of France. To find the best places of French to visit in Provence in 2021, we have produced a guide to the 4 most beautiful ones in Provence.
Roussillon
The Provence village of Roussillon is very popular among tourists for the breath-taking views and the famous yellow and orange buildings. The best time of day to visit this picturesque village is just before sunset, as sunlight throws lots of different shades upon the walls of the houses. Spending time wandering the narrow winding streets is a relaxing experience and it is easy to enjoy the joys of provincial life away from the noises of city.
Gordes
The small village of Gordes is a delightful place to spend time in. The oceanic climate and relaxed pace of life create the perfect vacation environment. It is quite easy to spend the whole day doing nothing much: wandering the winding streets, leisurely taking coffee at a café and watching the world slowly go by, spending hours over a good meal in one of the many restaurants and watching the spectacular sunsets over the beautiful fields in the valley below.
Uzès
Uzès is a very pretty town and has a rich history, dating back to Roman times. The town of Uzès boasts many beautifully preserved Renaissance (文艺复兴) towers and houses, coupled with narrow winding streets. In the centre of Uzès, there are lots of narrow streets with little boutiques (精品店) arranged around the old Duchy.
Seillans
Seillans is located on a beautiful hillside overlooking a valley. The picturesque medieval (中世纪的) centre of this city is only accessible on foot. The narrow winding streets of the centre of Seillans eventually open out onto several beautiful squares where you can enjoy the sunny days and beautiful sunrises.
1. When is the perfect time to visit Roussillon?| A．In the early morning. | B．In the late afternoon. |
| C．At noon. | D．In the evening. |
| A．Stressful. | B．Pleasant. |
| C．Uncomfortable. | D．Boring. |
| A．A long history. | B．Beautiful fields. |
| C．Winding streets. | D．Slow-paced life. |
6 . Nobody likes waiting in long lines at amusement parks, especially when you are with babies. Disneyland or Disney World are known for their splendid rides, attractions and large crowds as well. The familiar result is that many guests have spent a lot of time just waiting in lines while visiting the theme parks, which annoys the majority.
Until recently, both parks made use of the FastPass system to keep guests moving. On certain rides, park-goers could obtain a ticket that allowed them to come back within a specific time window. At that point, they would wait on a special line for seating. As explained in a recent YouTube share, the system worked similarly to a real queue. Instead of waiting in line, guests could continue to explore the park and, most importantly for Disney, spend more money at shops and restaurants.
While the FastPass system became popular, usage ended during the recent pandemic（流行病）. With both the California and Florida theme parks operating at reduced visiting number, the space taken up by FastPass kiosks（售货亭）was instead used for socially distanced lines.
In its place, Disney has developed a new planning tool called Disney Genie. The online app, which became available in Disney World in October, allows guests to create a path for their visit. By using park data that's updated throughout the day, the app will help guests plan out their visit so that they can hit the rides and attractions that they want to in the most convenient way. Guests using the app pay an extra fee and get the option to book the next available time to ride select attractions.
1. What may upset most visitors of Disney?| A．Spending most of the time waiting in lines. | B．Poor equipment in theme parks. |
| C．Fewer attractions. | D．High prices at restaurants. |
| A．Lower ticket fees | B．Less visitors in Disney |
| C．Extra income at shops in Disney | D．Having a comfortable and better seat. |
| A．The Rise of the New APP | B．FastPass System Became Popular |
| C．YouTube Share Makes a Difference | D．How Disney Manages Crowds at its Theme Parke |
| A．Computer programmers. | B．Travelers to Disney World |
| C．Businessmen of supermarkets. | D．Foreign entertainment park builders, |
7 . Features of Anhui Tourism
Explore the Caves (岩洞): Taiji Cave
Where: Guangde City, Xucheng City, Anhui Province
The cave measures over 5.4 kilometers in length in total. Visitors may take a boat through the underground river in the cave and enjoy the magical journey where different scenery is waiting for you at each corner. The natural landscape outside the cave and ancient (古代的) architecture such as Laojun Temple and Tianyou Pavilion dot (遍布) the bamboo forest and blue water, offering visitors an altogether different and charming view.
Enjoy the peaceful Fun: Zhaji Village
Where: Jing County, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province
Zhaji Village is a famous historical and cultural village in China. Simple and classic, many painters are drawn here to copy and sketch its beautiful scenery, earning it the wonderful name “Painters’ Village”. The village is home to many bridges and temples. Together with its architecture, a one-of-a-kind village layout (布局) is created.
Go White—water Rafting: White—water Rafting in Guaitan
Where: Shitai County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province
The white-water rafting course in Guaitan measures 4.5 kilometers long and is praised as the “top white-water rafting course of southern Anhui” with its unique sights such as unusual rocks, trees and water.
The course has large drops and the water is deep and clear. The scenic site also offers fun activities such as millstone turning, waterwheel pedaling and fishing.
Visit the Busy Night Markets: Tunxi Old Street
Where: Tunxi District, Huangshan City, Anhui Province
Tunxi Old Street is home to the distinctive Hui-style architecture and is the most well preserved in China with the most traditional layout from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. As the night falls, the lights make the streets and lanes bright. The unique culture and local customs of ancient Huizhou are on full display, taking visitors back in time to the busy market of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
1. Which tour offers you an underground journey?| A．Explore the Caves. | B．Enjoy the peaceful Fun. |
| C．Go White-water Rafting. | D．Visit the Busy Night Markets. |
| A．Guangde. | B．Zhaji. | C．Shitai. | D．Tunxi. |
| A．Taking a boat in the cave. | B．Experiencing the ancient markets. |
| C．Appreciating ancient architecture. | D．Taking part in fun activities. |
8 . Do you feel a little bored with your daily work? How to relieve this kind of boredom? Actually, there are a wide range of exciting holidays waiting for you.
Trekking（徒步）tours
There are some trekking tours to some well-known places such as Machu Picchu or the Everest Base Camp Trek, as well as some nearer places to our home in the Highlands of Scotland. You don't need to be very sporty, just fairly fit. You'll have fun enjoying nature with a group of new friends. Some of the holidays include camping, so we'll transport the tents for you!
Polar expeditions
Take a journey to Antarctica or the northern Arctic；explore a land of wonderful wildlife. Our experts will explain everything about the two poles as you watch the penguins in Antarctica or whales and polar bears in the Arctic. There's no greater adventure than travelling to the ends of the earth.
Activity holidays
Our activity holidays are for people who love sports while enjoying natural beauty. We have a huge variety of water, snow or desert holidays. We'll take you diving in the Red Sea or white water rafting in Canada. If you prefer snow, you can try skiing or snowboarding in the Alps. For those who like warmer weather, we also have sand-boarding or camel safaris（游猎）.
Cultural journeys
Our cultural journeys will help you discover ancient civilizations: India, Thailand, Egypt and many more. Visit temples, palaces and ancient ruins-just remember to bring your camera! Get to know local ways of life by exploring markets, trying foreign foods and meeting local people.
1. Which activity will you choose if you love taking adventures?| A．Trekking tours. | B．Polar expeditions. | C．Activity holidays. | D．Cultural journeys. |
| A．Egypt. | B．India. | C．Canada. | D．Thailand. |
| A．Going camping. | B．Going skiing. | C．Enjoying nature. | D．Doing water sports. |
1. 旅行可以开阔眼界，增长见识；
2. 旅行有助于提高适应社会的能力。
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10 . After living in Michigan all my life, I can't help but say that there are so many things to do here and so many places to visit. Just have a careful look at the following ones.
Sleeping Bear Dunes
If you want to be more adventurous this summer, make a trip here. Spending your clay climbing the mountains of sand isn't only a work out, but a perfect way to challenge your courage. Making it to the water might takes a little while, but the view at the encl is completely worth it.
Grand Haven
I'm a little prejudiced, because this is where I was born and grew up. Besides staying at the beach all clay9 visitors can walk the streets of downtown, which is right next to the water, watch the musical fountain at night, or even go boating. Near Holland and Muskegon, Grand Haven is not a place that you will be bored this summer.
Mackinaw Island
It's one of the most beautiful places to spend your time this summer. Take a weekend trip to the island where there are no cars. Take time to go biking around the Island, go hiking in the allowed places, and visit historical landmarks to make your trip more unforgettable.
The Upper Peninsula
There are so many beautiful places in the UP that it takes you a week just to cover the places you should visit. The Pictured Rocks on Lake Superior is a beautiful site. St. Ignace borders the straits of Mackinac and is featured with lighthouse, hiking and fishing. The Tahquamenon Falls State Park is the second largest of the Michigan's State Parks and is featured with waterfalls that you won't be able to stop staring at this summer.
1. Where is the author's hometown?| A．In the Upper Peninsula. | B．In Sleeping Bear Dunes. |
| C．In Grand Haven. | D．In Mackinaw Island. |
| A．St. Ignace. | B．Pictured Rocks. |
| C．Muskegon. | D．Tahquamenon Falls State Park. |
| A．They have some beautiful beaches. |
| B．They deserve to be visited this summer. |
| C．They offer some delicious food to visitors. |
| D．They provide adventurous activities for visitors. |
