1 . 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. |
| A．Terracotta Warriors. | B．Mogao Grottoes. |
| C．Big Wild Goose Pagoda. | D．Qinghai Lake. |
| A．A novel. | B．A storybook. |
| C．A website. | D．A magazine. |
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We will go on a trip to Qufu next week. Located in the southwestern of Shandong, Qufu is famous as the hometown of Confucius. The three most famous cultural sites of the city is the Temple of Confucius, the Cemetery of Confucius or the Kong Family Mansion. Together, these three sites were listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Our tour group consisted of 6 men and 4 woman. After reaching in Qufu, we will check into a locally hotel. We plan to taste some delicious food of Qufu. It's great to having the opportunity to travel to Qufu. We hope to have good time there.
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修改：在错的词下画一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1．每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
I grew up in a small town about a hour outside of Chicago. There were only a handful of local shops and cafes, and everyone know their neighbors as there were only twenty thousands people in the whole town! My parents used to let my brother and me walking to and from the kindergarten every day, and we were allowed to do whichever we liked before dark. The only thing we had to worry about was getting bite by insects or getting sunburned from staying outdoor for too long! After high school, I went to college in the city. Taking the subway was much faster than riding my bike. People from all over the world spoke languages I never heard before. There were huge department stores, where sold everything. The entertainment at all hours was my most favorite thing about the city.
4 . Golden sands and 300 days of sunshine each year mean Barcelona’s shoreline is filled with a heated atmosphere year-round. Here’s our guide to the city’s best beaches.
Bogatell
This beach used to be an industrial wasteland. Sand was imported from Egypt and a center of beach sports was born.
The easy access to two subway stops and the variety of activities make Bogatell a good option for vacationers looking for a more relaxed atmosphere than the packed beaches to the south. At the north end, the Nautica Base offers lessons for windsurfing, kitesurfing and sailing.
Mar Bella
With the cleanest sand and water area in the city, Mar Bella has been appointed as a blue-flag beach. It’s less obviously attached to the city, though still well served by public transport.
Mar Bella also exhibits (展示) another example of the city’s free attitude. On one end of the beach is a rope pyramid (金字塔) for kids and a small playground with a slide.
Sant Sebastia
Sant Sebastia is one of the oldest swimming areas in the city. Its quiet environment and convenience to the center of town draw an older crowd in the morning. By afternoon, the quite crowd gives way to a noisier gathering of younger people.
Llevant
Some special activities make the northernmost beach an ideal destination for a family to spend a full day. In the morning you could hit up the Bose Urba, an adventure park with bungee and rope bridges. A few blocks away, there’s the Museum Blau, a natural science museum where different species of dinosaurs are on show. And a sand-free swimming area called Banys Forum sits just to the north, with steps leading into the water.
1. Which of the following is an ideal place for a tourist to learn surfing lessons?| A．Banys Forum. | B．The Bose Urba |
| C．Sant Sebastia. | D．The Nautica Base. |
| A．The relaxed atmosphere. | B．Colorful beach activities. |
| C．Playing equipment for children. | D．Convenient public transport. |
| A．Play beach sports. | B．Watch a dinosaur display. |
| C．Swim in the oldest swimming area. | D．Enjoy the cleanest beach in Barcelona. |
5 . If you’re looking for more than just a great travel destination, and interested in attending a world-famous festival while you’re on holiday, the following list can be helpful.
Burning Man, Nevada, United States
The week-long annual festival takes place in the middle of the desert. It lasts from the last Monday in August to the first Monday in September. The main event is burning a large wooden statue. It has no single purpose, but calls for participants to express themselves, and supports community, art, self-expression, self-reliance, communal effort and so on. Gift giving between participants is also a key principle of the festival.
Tomorrowland, Boom, Belgium
Tomorrowland is the largest annual electronic music festival in the world. Starting in 2005, it quickly became one of the most important music festivals in the world with hundreds of thousands of visitors. The festival is just several days long and takes place during July or August.
San Fermin, Pamplona, Spain
The San Fermin festival is held every year from noon of July 6 till midnight of July 14. The most famous event is the encierro (斗牛), or the running of the bulls, which starts at 8：00 every day of the festival. More than a million people from the world attend the festival every year.
Oktoberfest, Munich, Germany
The largest funfair in the world spans for 16 days starting from late September every year. The world-famous festival has been around since early 19th century. It is held in Theresienwiese in central Munich and is best known for the massive amount of beer that is served to the attendees. Millions of liters of beer are served, and they go along great with the German sausage Weisswurst and other local foods.
1. In which festival do people attach importance to giving gifts?| A．Burning Man. | B．Tomorrowland. | C．San Fermin. | D．Oktoberfest. |
| A．They have a long history. | B．There are sports and beer. |
| C．They are world famous. | D．They take place in spring. |
| A．Health. | B．Travelling. | C．Sports. | D．Art. |
6 . Situated along the Pacific Flyway, a good migratory path that stretches from Alaskn to Patagonia, Santa Cruz plays host to hundreds of bird species. Just head to one of the spots listed below and see for yourself!
UCSC Arboretum
The diverse plants that attract a wide range of birds make these gardens a wonderful place to start. Mark your calendar for the Arboretum's popular Hummingbird Days, a family-friendly festival that celebrates the tiny birds on March 5th and 6th.
Natural Bridges State Beach
This scenic park is excellent for bird watchers due to its wide sampling of local habitats. Over 250 bird species have been recorded in the area.
Neary Lagoon
Birdsong fills the air at this peaceful oasis less than a 10-minute walk from the fun of the Santa Cruz Beach. A walkway allows visitors a front-row view of birds such as American Coots.
Watsonville Wetlands
The wetlands provide a year-round home for local birds and serve as a stop for migratory birds visiting from faraway. Drop by the Nature Centre for exhibits, maps, and suggestions for best spots to visit.
Birding Tips
●The early birder gets the worm. You’re likely to see more birds earlier rather than later in the day.
●No two visits are likely to be the same. Varying times and seasons bring different birds and behaviour.
●No matter how cute those little birds are, you should resist feeding them with your bread. It's unhealthy for the bird and the surrounding ecosystem.
How to Get More Involved
We recommend joining the Santa Cruz Birding Club for public events and abundant online guides. Contact us free at Birding & Wildlife Watch Kit for registration.
1. Why are there many birds in the UCSC Arboretum?| A．The place is very family-friendly. |
| B．There are many kinds of plants. |
| C．There are Arboretum's Hummingbird Days. |
| D．The place has wide sampling of local habitats. |
| A．Neary Lagoon. | B．UCSC Arboretum. |
| C．Watsonville Wetlands. | D．Natural Bridges State Beach |
| A．In the morning. | B．In the noon. | C．In the afternoon. | D．In the evening. |
7 . Visitors to this year's Smithsonian Folklife Festival can explore the music, history, art and food of Wales. This small country in the United Kingdom is known for its music, sports, beautiful natural areas and ancient history. Visitors to the festival can also learn about the country's language and industry.
Visitors to the Smithsonian Folklife Festival can start their exploration of Wales by learning about its native language, Welsh. Welsh is one of the oldest languages in the world. The first lesson to learn is the Welsh word for Wales: Cymru.
Festival visitors can learn more from Iona Hughes, a Welsh teacher in the country's capital, Cardiff. Welsh and English are now the official languages of Wales. But the English people did not always support the use of Welsh. Today, about twenty percent of the population of Wales speaks the language fluently. Iona Hughes said, “It's quite wonderful to see how the language has developed and how the language has grown especially in the last thirty years. I remember as a child actually saying that Welsh was a dying language, and now I'm proud to say that actually it isn't—it's a thriving language.”
The Welsh people are serious about language and the spoken word. They hold competitions to celebrate their language in literature and music.
Wales is also known for its natural beauty. It has hundreds of lakes and over one thousand kilometres of coastline.
The festival events also tell about Welsh industries. You can see an expert make thread out of wool from a sheep. Or you might learn about traditional Welsh building materials like slate．
And, no visit to Wales would be complete without a pub where people can sit down and drink a beer.
1. According to the text, we can learn that Wales________.| A．is very big in size | B．has many new industries |
| C．is poor in natural scenery | D．is famous for many aspects |
| A．Some English people show no interest in it. |
| B．Most of Welsh people speak it well in daily life. |
| C．It is the only official language of Wales. |
| D．It is the oldest language in the world. |
| A．Pubs are very popular in Wales. |
| B．Many visitors like drinking Wales's beer. |
| C．All visitors must go to pubs when visiting Wales. |
| D．Most visitors to Wales don't like drinking beer in pubs. |
| A．explain why Wales is famous | B．persuade readers to visit Wales |
| C．introduce something about Wales | D．tell people Smithsonian Folklife Festival |
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10 . You may have your favorite family spots on Long Island where you frequently take the kids. But there may be unexpected places you haven't explored yet.
Animal Exhibit
Not only will you see fish, reptiles and amphibians here, but you'll also see baby alligators and other rescued animals. Kids can also learn about science and participate in programs and workshops throughout the year. The Animal Exhibit is also a hotspot for science-themed birthday parties.
The Mattituck Strawberry Festival
The Mattituck Strawberry Festival kicks off the summer season with sweet treats and more. Long Island is known for numerous and extremely popular fairs and festivals that take place throughout the year. Other summer festivals include the Sayville SummerFest, St. Rocco's Feast, Brookhaven Fair and more. The fall season offers the largest abundance of fairs and festivals, such as the Pickle Festival, Oyster Festival, Long Island Fall Festival and many Hallo ween-themed festivals in Nassau and Suffolk.
Home Depot Kids Workshop
Does your kid enjoy making things by hand? You may want to take a trip to Home Depot Kids Workshop. Offered on the first Saturday morning of each month, workshops allow little ones to build and craft items, such as a skateboard pencil box that they can decorate and keep.
Chuck E. Cheesed
As soon as you. walk through the doors you're instantly greeted by the sounds of other kids laughing as they play arcade games to win prizes and enjoy an animatronic show. After hours of play, check out their restaurant with kid-friendly options.
1. Who is the text specially targeted at?| A．Children. | B．Tour guides. | C．Parents. | D．Students. |
| A．Spring. | B．Summer | C．Autumn. | D．Winter. |
| A．At Animal Exhibit. | B．At The Mattituck Strawberry Festival. |
| C．At Home Depot Kids Workshop. | D．At Chuck E. Cheese's. |
