1 . World Cup soccer fans in Qatar cannot spend all of their time watching matches. So some of them
Ali Jaber AI Ali has been in Qatar for 15 years. He grew up loving camels and can
Before roads were built, camels were important to
| A．bring out | B．head for | C．turn up | D．come across |
| A．photographs | B．dishes | C．games | D．athletes |
| A．normal | B．great | C．tough | D．extra |
| A．Therefore | B．Besides | C．However | D．Instead |
| A．beautify | B．qualify | C．carry | D．identify |
| A．offer | B．increase | C．book | D．follow |
| A．frightening | B．flooding | C．flashing | D．failing |
| A．pressure | B．return | C．harvest | D．contribution |
| A．culture | B．translation | C．sculpture | D．transportation |
| A．extraordinarily | B．mainly | C．extremely | D．gently |
| A．guess | B．imagine | C．tell | D．say |
| A．recent | B．modem | C．rough | D．usual |
| A．rest | B．digest | C．part | D．tap |
| A．at the time | B．in a way | C．for a while | D．in a row |
| A．protecting | B．protesting | C．preparing | D．proposing |
2 . A promotion (促销活动) offering 98 yuan domestic plane tickets is being advertised by Chinese online travel platform LY.COM. While such a low price sounds amazing, there is just one catch: the purchaser is not told where the flight is heading, nor when it will take off.
The promotion has become a trending topic on Chinese social media as some people have been attempting to book them ahead of the upcoming May Day holiday. Labeled as a “destination blind box” on the site, tickets are purchased through a rather simple booking procedure, in which passengers provide their travel information, select a departure airport and then pay their 98 yuan. If the randomly chosen date and destination are unsuitable, users may ask for a refund, but once they “lock in” their tickets，there is no going back.
“Destination blind box” is now a hot topic on China’s online platforms. “I believe young people are a big target demographic (特定年龄段人口) for this promotion, because they not only enjoy the thrill of the unknown, but also like to show off their lives through these types of commercial activities. Like this one for instance, it doesn’t matter if they finally go or not. Booking a ticket and posting about it on social media can still suggest that one has adventurous and life-loving qualities,” said Fan, a marketing expert who has worked with civil aviation clients.
Many people not only shared the screenshots of tickets they drew, some even came up with a tutorial to teach the booking procedure under the free cancelling policy. However, some others claimed it is too rare to draw a ticket that is ideal. “If it wants to be a profitable activity, the release of the tickets must have been planned ahead and is not as random as it seems. It will not have popular airlines. The marketing campaign may also be aimed at the fast sale of some tickets from less popular airlines that were originally not that expensive. If they sell a large quantity of tickets, the company may still earn a profit even though the price is 98 yuan,” an expert in tourism suggested.
1. Which of the following best explains “catch” underlined in paragraph 1?| A．Benefit. | B．Mistake. |
| C．Disadvantage. | D．Charm. |
| A．The origin of “destination blind box”. |
| B．The purchase introduction to “destination blind box”. |
| C．The original purpose of “destination blind box”. |
| D．The popularity of “destination blind box”. |
| A．It allows them to experience various adventures. |
| B．It satisfies their desire to travel around China. |
| C．It helps them save money on the cost of travel. |
| D．It accords with their lifestyle and attitudes. |
| A．Economy. | B．Science. |
| C．Culture. | D．Advertisement. |
3 . Bike Rental & Guided Tours
Welcome to Amsterdam, welcome to MacBike. You see much more from the seat of a bike! Cycling is the most economical, sustainable and fun way to explore the city, with its beautiful canals, parks, squares and countless lights. You can also bike along lovely landscapes outside of Amsterdam.
Why MacBike
MacBike has been around for almost 30 years and is the biggest bicycle rental company in Amsterdam. With over 2,500 bikes stored in our five rental shops at strategic locations, we make sure there is always a bike available for you. We offer the newest bicycles in a wide variety, including basic bikes with foot brake (刹车), bikes with hand brake and gears (排挡), bikes with child seats, and children’s bikes.
Prices
Hand Brake, Three Gears | Foot Brake, No Gears | |
1 hour | €7.50 | €5.00 |
3 hours | €11.00 | €7.50 |
1 day (24 hours) | €14.75 | €9.75 |
Each additional day | €8.00 | €6.00 |
Guided City Tours
The 2.5-hour tour covers the Gooyer Windmill, the Skinny Bridge, the Rijksmuseum, Heineken Brewery and much more. The tour departs from Dam Square every hour on the hour, starting at 1:00 pm every day. You can buy your ticket in a MacBike shop or book online.
1. What is an advantage of MacBike?| A．It gives children a discount. | B．It offers many types of bikes. |
| C．It organizes free cycle tours. | D．It has over 2,500 rental shops. |
| A．€15.75. | B．€19.50. | C．€22.75. | D．€29.50. |
| A．The Gooyer, Windmill. | B．The Skinny Bridge. |
| C．Heineken Brewery. | D．Dam Square. |
4 . Most of us travel with our parents as children and teenagers. For some of us, during the travel, our parents are our inspiration. These trips are normally full of rental (租借的) cars, beaches, and hamburgers. My family would go to Galiano island every summer, and we spent a week in Mexico in 1995, and then we took two different trips to Anaheim to experience the magic of Disney, Universal, and Knott’s Berry Farm, the US.
But all of these are childhood experiences and memories. I didn’t truly travel with my parents until I’m an adult when I got the chance to travel with mom and dad.
I was in New Zealand for a study abroad, and invited my parents to come down for a 2-week road trip around the North Island and then 10 days in Fiji. Why not? They said as if this was something they were invited to do every day. I didn’t really plan anything, but my mom had done some reading and I knew some highlights (亮点) after living in New Zealand for 5 months.
I had booked a hotel for their first night in Auckland. The only other preparation I had done was to book a rental car. My parents immediately reached an agreement that I should be the driver, for the whole two weeks. The main reason for this, understandably, was that neither of them had ever been in a country where you drive on the left hand side of the road and on the right hand side of the car. This led to me driving my parents around the entire North Island of New Zealand for 2 weeks! But still, everybody had jobs. Dad had the maps, and mom had the guidebook, and I just took them where they told me to go.
Sometimes as two kids’ father, I was asked who I was traveling with. When I said “my parents”, the response was, “Ohhh, older people.” Actually, I have some tips on travelling with parents happily.
1. What do we know about the author’s childhood?| A．He had a terrible memory. | B．He had trips to many countries. |
| C．His parents often took him to travel. | D．His parents traveled in their own cars. |
| A．He had done some reading. | B．He had booked a hotel and a car. |
| C．He had surfed for the highlights online. | D．He had taken a driving license exam. |
| A．They were not used to the driving rules. | B．They were afraid of the mountain roads. |
| C．They were too old to drive for a long time. | D．They were not familiar with the car condition. |
| A．The argument with parents. | B．The memory in Fiji as a child. |
| C．The scenery during the road trip. | D．The advice on outing with parents. |
5 . Museums become the next stop many students want to visit at their leisure.
Have you ever started your visit by waiting in line in front of the museum for a few hours just to get in? And that’s the sad reality when visiting many of those world-famous museums. Thus, be smart to browse the instructions for visiting and book in advance online.
What if you don’t like some museums? Then don’t visit them! I’m not a massive fan of parks, so I would hardly ever end up in any park while travelling.
There is nothing worse than impolite manners while visiting. We’ve all witnessed that guy being yelled at by the security for touching or taking flash photos.
All of these ground rules are often neglected by us. Bear them in mind before setting off, and you will enjoy your museum tour!
| A．It’s the same with the museums |
| B．But most of them do it all wrong |
| C．If you haven’t, don’t let it be you |
| D．That way you can have an easy access |
| E．The first step is to research how to enjoy everything |
| F．Sometimes you may sigh museum tiredness is a real thing |
| G．Generally, there is no right or wrong way to visit a museum |
6 . Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Range upon range of forest lies on the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World famous for its diversity of plant and animal life and the beauty of its ancient mountains, this is America’s most visited national park. Plan your visit today!
Bears in the Smokies
The Smokies is one of the largest protected areas where black bears can live in wild, natural surroundings. They are most energetic during early morning and late evening hours in spring and summer. What deserves a special mention is that roughly 1,500 bears live in the park, which equals a population density (密度) of nearly two bears per square mile. If you see a bear, remain watchful.
Abrams Falls
Although Abrams Falls is only 20 feet high, the large volume of water rushing over falls more than makes up for its lack of height. The long, deep pool at its base is very picturesque. Due to strong currents, swimming in is extremely dangerous. Don’t be the next victim!
Historic Buildings
The Smokies holds one of the best collections of log (圆木) buildings. Over 90 historic structures-houses, churches and schools—have been well preserved in the park. Self-guiding auto tour booklets are available at each place to enhance your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I camp in the park?
The park offers 10 developed campgrounds for tent campers. Campsites for large groups are also available in many campgrounds. Advance reservations are required.
2. Can I hold my wedding or other special events in the park?
Weddings and other special events require a permit.
1. What is special about the bears in the Smokies?| A．They have gentle nature. | B．They are kept in the fence. |
| C．They are huge in number. | D．They are active in the fall. |
| A．Travel brochures. | B．Cameras. |
| C．Camping tents. | D．Meals. |
| A．Get a booklet. | B．Come in groups. |
| C．Ask for a permit. | D．Book in advance. |
7 . As Ginni Bazlinton reached Antarctica, she found herself greeted by a group of little Gentoo penguins (企鹅) longing to say hello. These gentle, lovely gatekeepers welcomed her and kick-started what was to be a trip Ginni would never forget.
Ever since her childhood, Ginni, now 71, has had a deep love for travel. Throughout her career (职业) as a professional dancer, she toured in the UK, but always longed to explore further. When she retired from dancing and her sons eventually flew the nest, she decided it was time to take the plunge.
After taking a degree at Chichester University in Related Arts, Ginni began to travel the world, eventually getting work teaching English in Japan and Chile. And it was in Chile she discovered she could get last-minute cheap deals on ships going to Antarctica from the islands off Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost tip of the South American mainland. “I just decided I wanted to go,” she says. “I had no idea about what I’d find there and I wasn’t nervous, I just wanted to do it. And I wanted to do it alone as I always prefer it that way.”
In March 2008, Ginni boarded a ship with 48 passengers she’d never met before, to begin the journey towards Antarctica. “From seeing the wildlife to witnessing sunrises, the whole experience was amazing. Antarctica left an impression on me that no other place has,” Ginni says. “I remember the first time I saw a humpback whale; it just rose out of the water like some prehistoric creature and I thought it was smiling at us. You could still hear the operatic sounds it was making underwater.”
The realization that this is a precious land, to be respected by humans, was one of the biggest things that hit home to Ginni.
1. Which of the following best explains “take the plunge” underlined in paragraph 2?| A．Try challenging things. | B．Take a degree. |
| C．Bring back lost memories. | D．Stick to a promise. |
| A．Lovely penguins. | B．Beautiful scenery. |
| C．A discount fare. | D．A friend’s invitation. |
| A．It could be a home for her. | B．It should be easily accessible. |
| C．It should be well preserved. | D．It needs to be fully introduced. |
| A．A childhood dream. | B．An unforgettable experience. |
| C．Sailing around the world. | D．Meeting animals in Antarctica. |
8 . 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. |
9 . It is the first day of the summer. George and his friend Carlos are
This year, they want to make a
Mountain climbing, hiking, fishing, and to play a few games of flag football are all on their
| A．preparing | B．demanding | C．longing | D．applying |
| A．cards | B．recommendations | C．invitations | D．connections |
| A．game | B．success | C．surprise | D．fun |
| A．hidden | B．starving | C．friendly | D．endangered |
| A．avoid | B．create | C．mention | D．encounter |
| A．rough | B．comprehensive | C．instant | D．further |
| A．front | B．flat | C．strong | D．spare |
| A．condition | B．place | C．method | D．chance |
| A．children | B．elders | C．students | D．animals |
| A．food | B．trip | C．summer | D．celebration |
| A．excited | B．reliable | C．satisfied | D．relieved |
| A．activities | B．jobs | C．tasks | D．exercises |
| A．hands | B．agenda | C．nerves | D．initiative |
| A．found | B．followed | C．received | D．made |
| A．doctors | B．matches | C．drugs | D．bandages |
10 . Road Trip Planning
There are so many things to consider when planning a road trip, especially if you want to make it a great one. Think about it, with what little vacation time we have these days, don’t you want your vacation to be the kind that you remember forever and talk about for years to come?
Select Your Destination
First, you have to select a destination. There are many articles that include trip ideas, free road trip plans and tips about specific destinations.
This is where the FUN comes in! Road trip games are always a great idea, and the longer your trip is, the more you’ll enjoy them. Creating your own soundtrack (原声带) is another key to a fun road trip. Whenever you hear those songs long after your trip, they will bring memories flooding back and a smile to your face.
Pack for Your Trip
Before you go, you’ve got to figure out what to pack. This road trip planning guide covers every kind of trip from camping to family to Spring Break to romantic.
Save Money
Maximize (使最大化) Your Travel Experience
Having traveled all over the world since I was a child, I’ve learned to get the most out of traveling.
Enjoy this road trip planning guide and get ready to plan your best road trip yet!
| A．Prepare Some Games and Songs |
| B．Note Your Home and Road Safety |
| C．Travel is more than just going to a place. |
| D．I learned the hard way about planning, too. |
| E．However, without the right planning, that may not happen! |
| F．Some people might say “Isn’t a road trip itself cheap?” |
| G．There are also some tips about packing a suitcase and creating a packing list. |
