1 . Food festivals are a common occurrence in the UK and take place in all sorts of places and at all sorts of times. Whatever your taste, there’s a food festival to match — no matter how specialized.
1. Meatopia
This three-day, London-based festival takes place at the end of August and is a meat lover’s paradise. In addition to a range of legally sourced meat products, from juicy burgers to tender steaks, attendees can listen to live music, watch butchery demonstrations, and attend informal meat-based workshops.
2. The National Honey Show
If you have a sweet tooth, then it could be that the National Honey Show, which started in 1921 and is the largest event of its kind, is the place for you to be. This three-day event attracts many local entries who showcase their sweet golden honey, some of which is sold globally.
3. The Orange Sauce Festival
Have you heard about a festival that is devoted only to orange sauce? Held in Cumbria, this sweet, fragrant festival has been running for 3 years. What attracts people most is a competition to find the best homemade orange sauce. There are thousands of participants from over 30 different countries across the globe, bringing their local snacks to share here.
4. The Ginger and Spice Festival
If you’d prefer something with a little more kick to it, then you could attend The Ginger (姜) and Spice Festival held in Market Drayton. Unlike other food festivals, it celebrates its town’s historic connection to Robert Clive, who returned from India with ginger. Because of this, they specialize in baking gingerbread, but also sell a range of traditional spices from mild to hot.
1. What do Meatopia and the National Honey Show have in common?| A．Both of them last for three days. | B．Both of them hold workshops. |
| C．Both of them originated from London. | D．Both of them have a long history. |
| A．The Meatopia. | B．The Ginger and Spice Festival. |
| C．The National Honey Show. | D．The Orange Sauce Festival. |
| A．It has something to do with a historic figure. |
| B．The ginger used in the festival is from India. |
| C．It sells spicy food. |
| D．The food is cooked by Robert Clive. |
2 . Scotland is packed with beautiful places to visit and you could honestly spend months and months exploring everything this wonderful country has to offer! Next I’m going to take you through some of the best place to visit in Scotland, based on where we have personally visited so far!
Glen Coe
If you asked me where my favourite place to visit in all of Scotland is... I would say, Glen Coe. The whole area of Glen Coe constantly had my face in shock due to the beauty that I was witnessing1 was witnessing (亲眼看见). It’s just a stream of dramatic mountains, lakes, rugged (崎岖的) beauty and more.
Fort William
Fort William is probably one of the most well-known places to visit in Scotland. It’s a popular tourist destination thanks to being home to the UK’s tallest mountain: Ben Nevis. Fort William is also the starting point for one of the world’s most famous train rides: The Jacobite. Harry Potter fans will recognize it as the Hogwarts Express, and this train ride will take you through the beautiful countryside, crossing some iconic Harry Potter filming locations such as the Dumbledore’s Grave and the Glenfinnan Viaduct!
Isle Of Skye
This island feels totally different from other parts of Scotland and is truly rugged and ready! There are many hot spots to explore including the Old Man of Storr, the Fairy Glen. I even stayed on a private island with its very own lighthouse, which was one of the coolest places I’ve ever visited and one of the most romantic places stay in Scotland.
Cairngorms National Park
This is the largest national park in the UK so it’s another popular place to visit in Scotland and it’s no surprise why. It’s absolutely beautiful and there’s so much happening at the Cairngorms National Park! From skiing or meeting local reindeers, you’ll not go bored and you’ll be surrounded by beauty the entire time.
1. Which place probably attracts Harry Potter fans most?| A．Glen Coe. | B．Isle Of Skye. |
| C．Cairngorms National Park. | D．Fort William. |
| A．The Jacobite. | B．Local reindeers. |
| C．The UK’s tallest mountain. | D．A cool lighthouse. |
| A．A geography textbook | B．A science journal. |
| C．A travel blog. | D．A diary. |
3 . 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. |
4 . From early times, man has been interested in art. People have often worked together to collect and save the world’s art treasures.
Fine art treasures from many countries are kept in an art museum called the Louvre in Paris, France. The works of art have been collected by the people of France over many centuries. It is the biggest art museum in the world.
The Louvre has not always been a museum. The first building was a castle. In 1190, it was the king’s castle with high wails and a round tower. It had a river to keep out the enemies.
Over the years, the number of the buildings around the castle grew. By 1350, the castle no longer needed to be extended. The Louvre became a palace home for French kings and queens.
During times of peace, new treasures were brought in. During the days of war, many treasures were stolen, and the buildings, were damaged.
When Francis I became king of France in 1515, he brought in many artists from other countries. One of the artists was Leonardo da Vinci from Italy. Da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa” is the best-known painting in the museum today.
In 1793, the Louvre became a public museum, just as it is now. It is a place where art treasures are kept for everyone to enjoy, every year millions of people from all over the world come to the Louvre to see the masterpieces.
1. How long has the Louvre been a public museum?| A．For over 800 years. | B．Since 1350. | C．Since 1515. | D．For over 200 years. |
| A．Da Vinci once stayed in France. |
| B．“Mona Lisa” is kept in the Louvre. |
| C．The Louvre was once a church as well as a palace. |
| D．The Louvre is a place of interest to different people from all over the world. |
| A．French kings and queens ordered people to build another buildings as their palace home in 1350 |
| B．many treasures were brought into the Louvre in 1190 |
| C．Francis I came into power in 1515 and damaged some buildings |
| D．Some works of art in the museum have been collected from many countries |
| A．an art museum called the Louvre | B．an Italian artist named Leonardo da Vinci |
| C．a king of France named Francis I | D．the best-known painting in the Louvre |
5 . Travel is one of the most exciting experiences a human being can have. Imagine how Italian traveler Marco Polo must have felt when he found himself on Chinese soil, seeing a way of life quite different from anything he’d seen before.
And how great must it have been to listen to Zhang Qian when he returned to China from his journey through Central Asia and West Asia? His brain must have been packed with everything he’d seen and heard, leading to the founding of the Silk Road.
Some people have traveled all over the world, and travel is a way of life to them. They perhaps know what to expect before they travel. That’s why the best travel is when it’s for the first time. Imagine a person who has always wanted to travel to the United States. Of course, they’ve probably seen the Statue of Liberty a thousand times on TV, and the White House, and all the other famous sights. But none of that would compare to the excitement of looking out of the window as the plane lands, watching the cities and streets of the real America come into view.
Although travel is often just for recreation, it’s also educational. We may not know that we are getting an education, but we still are.
We’re learning every day: new words in a new language, new people, and new ways of life. But this learning takes place in the school of the world, not the classroom. As we get to know foreign places, we come to understand that there are many different ways to live, and that the way we live isn’t necessarily the best way.
1. The author uses Marco Polo and Zhang Qian as examples to .| A．explain how the Silk Road was founded | B．present travel as an amazing experience |
| C．show how the way people travel has changed | D．describe important cultural exchanges in history |
| A．one’s first trip is usually the most challenging |
| B．no other trip is better than one’s first trip |
| C．there is always much to learn on one’s first trip |
| D．people usually make better preparations for their first trip |
| A．fun | B．risk | C．learning | D．knowledge |
| A．traveling should be included in formal education |
| B．traveling improves people’s confidence in their lifestyle |
| C．foreign journeys can enrich people’s knowledge of the world |
| D．foreign ways of life are better than our own way of life at home. |
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The destination within snow-capped mountains is perfect for a short break. Even the approach
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7 . Four Largest Art Museums in the World
Art museums all over the world offer space to display a wide range of art, from sculptures to paintings. This article takes a look at the largest art museums by area.
The Louvre
The Louvre, located in Paris, is the largest art museum in the world. It is considered a historic monument. This building first served as a castile before becoming a royal (皇家的) residence. Under King Louis XIV, it was used to house two art schools. The Louvre Museum was opened with 537 paintings. Today, it is home to around 38,0000 pieces.
State Hermitage Museum
The Sate Hermitage Museum located in St. Petersburg, Russia, is the second largest art museum in the world. It has a total area of 719, 480 square feet. This museum, one of the oldest in the world, is home to a collection of over 3 million pieces.
National Museum of China
The third largest museum is the National Museum of China. Located beside Tiananmen Square in Beijing, it covers an area of 700,000 square feet. Its chief aim is to educate the public and promote the history and arts of China. The National Museum of China house about 1.05 million pieces in its collection.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
The fourth largest museum in the world is the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, which covers an area of 633, 100 square feet. Today, this museum is in .a building that is 20 times larger than the original and located on the border of Central Park. It is home to more than 2 million pieces. Additionally, it is known for its large collection of musical instruments.
1. What do we know about The Louvre from the text?| A．Members of the royal family once lived there. |
| B．It used to be a royal museum. |
| C．It has the largest collection of paintings. |
| D．Students majoring in art can receive education there now. |
| A．The Louvre | B．State Hermitage Museum |
| C．National Museum of China | D．Metropolitan Museum of Art |
| A．It is much larger than the original in size. | B．It is the largest art museum in the world. |
| C．It receives the most visitors in the world. | D．It has a large collection of musical instruments. |
8 . Chinese people may not be that familiar with sports tourism but it is one of the fastest growing sectors of tourism, because an increasing number of people are showing interest in sports activities during tours even if sports is not the main objective of their travel.
Sports tourism refers to tourism involving participation in or watching sports events and staying in an environment different from the usual tourist hotels or resorts.
Sports tourism is the fastest growing segment of the tourism industry today, with an annual growth rate of about 15 percent globally.
Also, the integration of sports and tourism products will to eventually lead to the integration of the sports and tourism markets to meet people's diversified consumption demand. Rural tourism, consist of fishing, hiking, horse riding and other outdoor activities.
In short, the rapid growth of sports tourism will help meet people's leisure needs and boost the high-quality development in China.
| A．It plays a vital role in rural construction. |
| B．But sports tourism is still a new sector in China. |
| C．However, this sector has long drawn people's attention in China. |
| D．The origin of sports tourism can be traced back to Ancient Greece. |
| E．In China, however, the growth rate is 30-40 percent despite a slow start. |
| F．Marathons, cycling, hiking and camping fall in this part of sports tourism. |
| G．The government can address some of the challenges of rapidly aging society. |
9 . 4 of the World’s Most Amazing Train Journeys
The Beijing to Lhasa Express, China
Start: Beijing End: Lhasa
Distance: 2,330 miles Duration（时长）: 40 hours
Connecting Beijing with Lhasa, the Z21 train transports its passengers from a modern city to a mysterious land. What’s unusual is that the train climbs nearly 16,400 it on its journey to the roof of the world: the Tibetan plateau, where it passes yaks, flying prayer flags and snow—covered mountains.
The Reunification Express, Vietnam
Start: Hanoi End: Ho Chi Minh City
Distance: 1,072 miles Duration: two days
Some railways run through historic cities, others run beside beautiful coastline and a few are famous for the colorful characters on board. The Reunification Express meets all these conditions. It travels over a thousand miles from Hanoi in the north to Ho Chi Minh City in the south. There’s no better way of exploring all the glories in between.
The California Zephyr, USA
Start: Chicago End: San Francisco
Distance: 2,438 miles Duration: 52 hrs 40 mins
As for appreciating the breathtaking scenery of the North American continent, nothing compares with Amtrak’s California Zephyr train. This journey travels nearly 2,500 miles across prairies, deserts, the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada on its way.
London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper, UK
Start: London End: Fort William
Distance: 509 miles Duration: 13 hrs 30 mins
Starting from crowded central London to the dry and cold air and beautiful views of the Scottish Highlands through one overnight train journey is a perfect example of experiencing the romance（浪漫）of rail travel. It’s just a pity that the whole experience—from delicious foods and drinks to being taken into la-la land—feels like it’s over very quickly.
1. What makes The Beijing to Lhasa Express special?| A．It lasts the longest time. | B．It covers the longest distance. |
| C．It passes through national borders. | D．It runs on the highest rail line in the world. |
| A．The Beijing to Lhasa Express. |
| B．The Reunification Express. |
| C．The California Zephyr. |
| D．London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper. |
| A．It’s often crowded. | B．It’s a relatively short journey. |
| C．It travels at the slowest speed. | D．It offers free meals to passengers. |
10 . 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. |
