1 . Scandinavian architecture is a relatively new construct that drew public attention within the last century. It tends to include works associated with Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland and Iceland, and it is undoubtedly one of the more influential styles in modern times.

The Scandinavian design style is both simple and comfortable, modern and historic. Home builders influenced by this style are expert at mixing traditional vernacular (民间风俗的) styles with modern technology to create a space that is beautiful and aims to make your life better.

Before the early 20th century, much of Scandinavian architecture was vernacular in nature. Homes were built in a simple way using locally sourced materials and knowledge. However, it can be argued that this lack of formal architectural schooling promoted more craftsmanship and creativity as time went on. These vernacular builders were more concerned with function than form. An early example of this is the turf houses in Iceland, which were homes with green roofs that could keep the house in comfortable temperature throughout seasons in an affordable way.

The modern-day version of Scandinavian architecture grew out of this grassroots approach to building. Public buildings originally mixed Neoclassical elements with traditional building styles based on local practices. In the 1930s, the concept of Functionalism was introduced in Scandinavia. With its inspiration, architects wanted the buildings to be simple, but they also wanted them to be beneficial to people in some thoughtful way. For instance, the Paimio Sanatorium that was built in 1933 focused on maximizing quality air and light for tuberculosis (结核病) patients. So while modern architecture is all about simple, clean lines, Scandinavian architecture is that and also a style of building that thinks about how public spaces and homes can be valuable to humankind.

1. What is a feature of Scandinavian architecture before the early 20th century?

A．Practical function.	B．Professional design.
C．Creative appearance.	D．Recyclable material.

2. What can we learn about the modern Scandinavian architecture?

A．Modern technology is the biggest advantage of it.

B．Architects of this style focus on both simplicity and comfort.

C．The concept of Functionalism was rejected by Scandinavian architects.

D．Its appearance is different from that of other styles of modern architecture.

3. What is the author’s purpose of writing the text?

A．To attract tourists to visit Scandinavia.

B．To show respect to Scandinavian architects.

C．To introduce an architecture style from Europe.

D．To encourage more people to major in architecture.

4. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?

A．Entertainment.	B．Society.
C．Education.	D．Culture.

2 . 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

2. By saying “the best travel is when it’s for the first time”, the author means       .

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

3. The underlined word “recreation” in Paragraph 4 probably means       .

A．fun

B．risk

C．learning

D．knowledge

4. According to the last two paragraphs, the author believes that       .

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.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the man?

A．A hotel manager.

B．A tour guide.

C．A taxi driver.

2. What is the man doing for the woman?

A．Looking for some local foods.

B．Showing her around the seaside.

C．Offering information about a hotel.

4 .

Sydney Tower Address: 100 Market St, Sydney Phone: 02 9333 9222 Fax: 02 9333 9203 Open time: 9:00 am to 10:30 pm ( Saturdays to 11:30 pm) Ticket: $ 60 ( for an adult) $30 (for a child) Website: www. Sydneytower.com.au How to get there: train to Town Hall Station and a short walk along Market Street How to book tickets: by phone/fax or through the web Attraction: Sydney’s best views are just the beginning ! Sydney Tower takes you to the highest point above Sydney for exciting 360° views of our beautiful city.

1. If you want to book a ticket to Sydney Tower, you can’t_____

A．email sydneytower@hotmail. com	B．fax 02 9333 9203
C．search www. Sydneytower. com. au	D．dial 02 9333 9222

2. Frank wants to go to Sydney Tower with his two children, he will pay______.

A．$60

B．$90

C．$120

D．$150

3. Last Saturday, Johnson went to visit Sydney Tower . He had to get down the tower____.

A．after 11:30 p.m.	B．before 11:30 p.m.
C．at 10:30 p.m.	D．by 10:30 p.m.

5 . 语法填空

With the recent relaxation in travel restrictions, I found myself     1     (visit) Innsbruck, the capital city of the state of Tyrol in Western Austria.

The destination within snow-capped mountains is perfect for a short break. Even the approach     2     Innsbruck Airport by air is a breathtaking sight as the plane     3     (gentle) moves between the mountains on its journey to the runway.

The city is like an artistic     4     (compose) of modern architecture and historic buildings, serving both as a university town and a tourist center. Weaving my way through cobbled streets and well-designed buildings, I was impressed by this stunning city     5     was the Imperial capital 500 years ago, when the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I lived here, and it still lives up to     6     (it) royal connections today with the unique architecture.

I wandered round this small city,     7     (amaze) at the dramatic backdrop of the Nordkette mountain which offers skiing and hiking near the downtown. The Goldenes Dachl,     8     significant landmark in Innsbruck with its 2,657 golden copper tiles(瓦片)that shine in the sunlight, took my breath away.

Innsbruck     9     (steal) my heart with the stunning architecture, majestic mountains and friendly people on this tour. I couldn’t wait to return     10     (explore) more of this delightful European city.

6 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

Windsor Castle is surrounded by a lot of green gardens in the English countryside. It looks out onto the River Thames and sits next     1     a hunting ground. It was built just outside of London     2    (protect) the capital from the enemies on the west side.

Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest castle     3    (build) in the world. The castle has a long, rich and troubled history.     4     the castle walls could talk, they’d have many stories to tell.

Kings were born and     5    (die) here. It’s been used as the home of kings and queens for centuries. However, it was also used as a prison during the English Civil War Ⅱ. The royal family     6    (secret) slept at Windsor Castle because it was safer than London’s urban areas.

Then, Windsor Castle was the private home of Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ. When she didn’t meet guests at Buckingham Palace, she went to Windsor Castle.     7     that’s not all. Windsor Castle is open to the public. It is now one of England’s most popular tourist     8    (attract). Visitors can look at some of the finest artworks,     9    (include) the paintings of Rembrandt as well as the well-kept gardens. Is there a better way to learn about England     10     to enjoy some of the country’s finest scenery?

7 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Located on cliffs above a river, Hongyadong is a stilted house complex (吊脚楼建筑群) in the traditional style in the city of Chongqing. Its bars, restaurants and golden lights     1    (be) popular draws since it was built in 2006. The main reason, it seemed, was Hongyadong’s sudden     2    (popular) on an app, Douyin,     3     is used for sharing photographs and 15-second videos. By the end of the year, the waiting time     4    (get) in was three hours. For a while, Hongyadong became the     5    (big) tourist attraction in China after the Forbidden City, says     6     well-known travel website.

Instead of having fun, some people now make their way to remote strawberry farms or bays to take photos to impress their friends on social media. Douyin has 230 million monthly active users and its fans     7     (common) use the app to watch hot videos posted by users they do not know under categories such as “food” and “scenic spots”.     8    (upload) a picture or video from a photogenic place to platforms, such as Douyin and Kuaishou, is known in China     9     “daka”. The word is also used to refer to the practice of registering     10    (you) presence in a location that has already become hot, such as Hongyadong.

8 . 假如你是高中生李华，你的新西兰笔友Jack热爱中国文化，近期打算来中国看望你，写信向你咨询你所在的城市，请你给他写一封回信，内容包括：
1、介绍你的城市；2、推荐旅游景点；3、表达期望。
要求： 词数80左右，可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Jack,

I am glad you will visit Nanchang.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours,

Li Hua

10 . Some Favorite European Attractions for Chinese Tourists

Bicester Village

The outskirts of the Oxfordshire town is the second most visited UK attraction for Chinese tourists — after Buckingham Palace. Three in four Chinese visitors head to Bicester aided by Mandarin signs and announcements at London Marylebone; others travel by tour bus.

King’ s College, Cambridge

A famous tree — for Chinese people at least — can be found in King ‘ s College, Cambridge. The willow, ignored by most, is mentioned in a much - loved poem by Xu Zhimo, “Taking Leave of Cam - bridge Again.” Xu spent a year studying at King’s College , where he was entranced (使入迷) by the works of Keats and Shelley , before returning to China to lead its modern poetry movement . Xu died at the age of just 34 in a plane crash and the willow is now considered by his fans to be a mark. A memorial stone can be found beside the tree—an essential spot for Chinese tourists to take a photo.

Outletcity

Germany’s answer to Bicester Village is Outletcity in Metzingen, the town in Baden - Wurttem - berg, close to Frankfurt, where Hugo Boss was founded. It has little to attract anyone beyond scores of factories. Hugo Boss was the first, but Prada, Nike, Burberry, Armani and Gucci have since followed suit.

Bonn

The former West German capital is another popular port of all. Chinese people love classical music— particularly Beethoven— making his birthplace an obvious highlight of any trip to Europe. The city’s tourist board offers maps in three foreign languages: English, Chinese and Japanese.

Verona

Both British and Chinese travellers like Venice, Rome and Florence — but Verona typically appears higher on the wish lists of China ‘ s tourists. That’s because of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. The play is popular on UK shores, of course, but the love is doubled in China as it was among the first of the Shakespeare’s works to be translated into Mandarin, while its plot is similar to a famous Chinese folk tale, The Butter fly Lovers.

1. ________ is the first most visited UK attraction for Chinese tourists.

A．Buckingham Palace	B．Bicester Village
C．London Marylebone	D．The Shakespeare’s birthplace

2. According to the text, which part in Germany is equal to Bicester Village in the UK?

A．Outletcity.

B．Bonn.

C．Frankfurt.

D．Berlin.

3. ________ have something to do with Chinese literature.

A．King’ s College, Cambridge and Bonn

B．Bonn Bicester and Village

C．King’ s College, Cambridge and Verona

D．Outletcity and Verona