1 . We take the kids out every once in a while, but they get bored if we choose places like restaurants or shopping malls. Here are some of the best places for kids in Hyderabad.
Snow World
If you and your kids love snow, then Snow World, which you can visit between 11:00 am and 8:00 pm, is where you need to be. The best thing is that you can even enjoy the snow during summers; you can make a snowman, have snow fights with your kids, ride the ice cars or do some fun ice skating. And when you get hungry, you can grab a bite of some tasty food in the ice hotel.
The Jump Zone
Who says your kids cannot have fun when the weather gets warm in Hyderabad? Drive to the Jump Zone, which allows kids aged 5 ~ 12 to play and remains open from 11:00 am to 9:30 pm, and enjoy its vast indoor play area, where there are slides, dance floors, toys to ride on, and jumping castles.
Ramoji Film City
Ramoji Film City, which remains open from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, has everything you need for fun and entertainment in one place. Your kids will be amazed by the beautiful gardens, amazing sets for movies, and strange streets. They can also enjoy exciting rides and games there.
Nehru Zoological Park
Nehru Zoological Park, which remains open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, is a great place to let your kids spend quality time with different animals. In this vast park you can see over 100 species of animals in their natural habitat. Other fun activities include elephant rides, train rides, and the Dinosaur Park. It also has an excellent food court where you can sit and enjoy tasty food and drinks.
1. Which place has the longest opening hours?| A．Snow World. | B．The Jump Zone. |
| C．Ramoji Film City. | D．Nehru Zoological Park. |
| A．It doesn’t welcome kids of all ages. |
| B．It is especially crowded on warm days. |
| C．It doesn’t have enough room for sliding. |
| D．It attracts kids who love playing outdoors. |
| A．They both offer training sessions. |
| B．They both provide a place for dining. |
| C．They both are suitable for extreme sports. |
| D．They both offer a chance to see wild species. |
2 . As a popular tour operator, Travel China Guide designs a lot of China tour packages (旅游套餐) for foreigners with the best-selling travel deals to wonderful must see destinations and offers the best quality services. We warmly invite you to join us on an exciting vacation. Today we will offer you a three days’ private Zhangjiajie in-depth tour.
Day 1 Arrival in Zhangjiajie
Welcome to this charming city, Zhangjiajie. Your guide and driver will pick you up at the airport and drive you to the hotel we booked for you ahead of time. The rest time of the day remains free for you to relax.
Day 2 Glass Bridge in Zhangjiajie
Today, your private Zhangjiajie tour will start with a visit to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, where you will have a chance to experience the world’s longest and highest glass bridge, Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge. In addition to an unforgettable experience, it will also give you a special angle to enjoy the beauty of the Grand Valley
Afterwards, your guide will lead you to the Baofeng Lake where you will take a scenic boat ride. When you finish visiting the scenic area, the driver will send you back to the hotel.
Day 3 Away From Zhangjiajie
Today your Zhangjiajie tour will continue to go to the Tianmen Mountain, known as the most beautiful “Hanging Garden” in the world. Tianmen Mountain is named after a natural wonder, Tianmen Cave, which is a naturally formed hole among thousand-metre high cliffs. In addition to this wonder, you may also see different old trees, green vines and rare animals there.
Your three-day Zhangjiajie tour package will come to an end here. You will then be driven to the airport and we will say goodbye there. If you want to have your China tour schedule further, we will be glad to provide detailed information.
1. What will the visitors do on Day 1?| A．Book a hotel. | B．Drive to a hotel. |
| C．Start with a visit. | D．Spend time relaxing freely. |
| A．The Grand Valley. | B．The Baofeng Lake. |
| C．The Tianmen Mountain. | D．Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge. |
| A．It can book the hotel for free. |
| B．It offers no pick-up services. |
| C．It is designed for Chinese visitors. |
| D．It provides travelling services for foreign tourists. |
3 . There are some palaces in Europe that you may be interested to know about.
Royal Palace of Madrid, SpainIt takes the title of the largest European palace by floor area and it is one of the largest palaces in the world. The Royal Palace of Madrid was built in the 18th century by order of Philip V on the site of the old Alcázar fortress, a former Moorish castle. With over 135,000 square metres and 3,418 rooms, it has seeded centuries of Spanish history. It is one of the few official seats of a head of state that is open to the public.
Royal Palace of Brussels, BelgiumIt is a historic and the most wonderful building in Brussels, Belgium, next to Brussels Park. The Royal Palace of Brussels is the King’s main workplace, where he works daily with his staff. A tradition has been established since 1965 to open the Royal Palace of Brussels to the public normally from the 21 July until the beginning of September.
Pena Palace, PortugalIt is the most popular attraction in Sintra, Portugal, and the main reason why so many people visit the small mountain town less than one hour’s drive from the country’s capital city, Lisbon. The colorful palace perched upon a hill looks like something out of a fairy tale. Its yellow and bright red appearance makes Pena Palace one of the most picturesque places in Europe. The UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) site has a rich history that dates all the way back to the Middle Ages.
Palace of Venaria, ItalyIt is a former royal living places and gardens located in Venaria Reale, near Turin in the Metropolitan City of Turin of the Piedmont region in northern Italy. It is one of the largest palaces in the world. It is one of the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.
1. Which palace covers the largest floor area in Europe?| A．Royal Palace of Madrid. | B．Pena Palace. |
| C．Royal Palace of Brussels. | D．Palace of Venaria. |
| A．In February. | B．In June. | C．In August. | D．In October. |
| A．They are both in Asia. |
| B．They are both small palaces. |
| C．They are both forty minutes’ drive from the capital. |
| D．They are both listed in the UNESCO World Heritage. |
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5 . From the Karakoram Mountain to the Indus River plain, Pakistan is home to many breathtaking landscapes.
Kaghan Valley
Kaghan Valley is a place of fairytales. According to one version of a local legend, a prince of Persia fell in love with a fairy princess in the valley. But a giant (巨人) was also in love with the princess. One day, she escaped with the prince. In his anger, the giant flooded the valley and created lakes with his tears. Today, visitors from around the world travel to Keghan Valley for its beautiful lakes, mountain scenery, and clear night skies.
Baltoro Glacier
Baltoro Glacier is one of the world’s largest glacier valleys. Though difficult to access, it is one of the most highly visited regions in Pakistan because of mountain climbing destinations like K2, Broad Peak, and the Gasherbrum peaks in this area. Baltoro Glacier is not only known for its scenery, but as a life source-a large percentage of northern Pakistan’ s population depends on the water from Baltoro Glacier.
Deosai National Park
Known as “Land of the Giants”, the park is swept by wildflowers and rare butterflies each spring. This biodiversity hot spot is home to the Tibetan wolf, Himalayan ibex, Tibetan red fox and the critically endangered Himalayan brown bear. The park was given Wold Heritage status in 2016.
Hingol National Park
Hingol National Park is the largest national park in Pakistan. While it is well-known for its diverse (各式各样的) wildlife, it is perhaps best known for its active mud volcanoes. One of the most famous mud volcanoes is Chandragup, a sacred site for Hindus. Every spring, more than 40,000 people went there to honor the goddess Sati. Before they pay their respect to the goddess at a nearby temple, they have to clean their bodies with the mud.
1. What can tourists do in Kaghan Valley?| A．Enjoy its beautiful scenery. | B．Pay respect to the goddess Sati. |
| C．See active mud volcanoes. | D．Climb the world’s highest mountain. |
| A．Kaghan Valley. | B．Hingol National Park. |
| C．Baltoro Glacier. | D．Deosai National Park. |
| A．They are sacred sites for Hindus. | B．They are known for diverse wildlife. |
| C．They are famous volcanic parks. | D．They are given World Heritage status. |
6 . Afternoon tea, the most typical of English customs, is, perhaps surprisingly, a relatively new tradition. The custom of drinking tea became popular in England during the 1660s thanks to King Charles Ⅱ and his wife, and it was not until the mid-19th century that the concept of “afternoon tea” first appeared.
Afternoon tea was introduced by Anna, the Duchess of Bedford, in the year 1840. At that time lunch was taken early but the evening meal was served fashionably late at eight o'clock, leaving a long period of time between the two meals. The Duchess would become hungry in the afternoon, so she asked that tea and cake be brought to her room around four o'clock. This became a habit of hers and later she began inviting friends to join her.
This palace tea party was such a success that it soon spread to London and other places in UK as a fashionable social event. During the 1880’s, upper-class women would dress up for their afternoon tea, also known as “low tea” because tea was taken while seating in low, comfortable chairs or sofas.
While Low Tea was largely a game for the upper class, “high tea” was a necessary meal for working class families. During the second half of the Victorian Period, working families would return home late tired and exhausted. As the most important meal of the day, the table would be set with meats, bread, butter, cheese and of course, a pot of good, strong tea to lift their spirits. Because it was eaten at a high, dining table, it was called “high” tea.
To experience the best of the afternoon tea tradition, treat yourself with a trip to one of London’s finest hotels. There are also a wide selection of old-fashioned tearooms offering afternoon tea experience.
We provide very British afternoon tea experience trips during your stay in London. Just tell your tour guide when you want to taste the culture and we will arrange everything for you with a very reasonable charge. It’ll be a once in a lifetime experience. Don’t miss it.
1. Why did the Duchess of Bedford need afternoon tea?| A．It’s a fashionable palace social event. | B．The evening meal was too late for her. |
| C．It’s a tradition from King Charles Ⅱ. | D．She wanted to spread tea culture in UK. |
| A．It was enjoyed by the upper class. | B．It was started by Queen Victoria. |
| C．It was an occasional social activity. | D．It was the main meal of the day. |
| A．Different surroundings to have tea. | B．Different time to have tea. |
| C．Different social classes to have tea. | D．Different types of tea. |
| A．To explain the origin of afternoon tea. | B．To honor the tradition of drinking tea. |
| C．To advertise for tea experience trips. | D．To introduce two afternoon tea types. |
7 . At the foot of Egypt’s Sinai mountains, once a small fishing town, Dahab is now one of the Red Sea’s top diving resorts(潜水圣地), attracting a lot of nature lovers. It also provides a stress-free seaside atmosphere where visitors can just sit back and enjoy its waters. There are affordable accommodations, tour operators, multicultural restaurants and cafes.
Dahab is also one of the few places in the area with internet access, making it attractive to remote workers looking for a peaceful “office” by the sea. Rahma Zein, who chose to go toDahab on the advice of friends, said, “On a normal day, I wake up, make breakfast, go for a free dive, hang out on the beach, take a hike, eat and then sleep.” she added, “In between sessions, I make phone calls and do my work.”
Located on the edge of the Red Sea, the Blue Hole is one of Dahab’s most famous sites and one of the world’s most famous diving sites. Going down to a maximum depth of 328 feet and easily accessible from the shore, the Blue Hole is not influenced by the currents, so its waters are relatively calm. The conditions here are perfect for free divers, as well as advanced divers looking to push their limits in a race.
To reduce the traffic here, a local group of divers have created an underwater museum filled with giant statues(雕像) made of recycled materials. The most impressive statue is a life-sized elephant weighing 700 kilograms which has gained the attention of countless tourists.
There are also limitless options in shallower waters for those who want to avoid crowded diving spots. Travelers can hike or ride camels to Ras Abu Galum National Protectorate, which covers 400 square kilometers of coastline and offers a better view of sea life.
1. What do we know about Dahab?| A．It still is a small fishing town. | B．Life there is full of stress. |
| C．It attracts a lot of nature lovers. | D．Accommodations there are expensive. |
| A．Relaxing. | B．Boring. | C．Stressful. | D．Lonely. |
| A．It is built by the local government. | B．There is a large elephant from Africa. |
| C．It aims to offer a better view of sea life. | D．There are statues made of recycled materials. |
| A．To recommend a sport. | B．To introduce a scenic spot. |
| C．To share a travel experience. | D．To call for environmental protection. |
8 . Most Beautiful National Parks in Poland
Poland’s national parks are a hidden treasure for nature lovers. Take a walk on the wild side with us and experience four of the best open air spaces.
Bieszczady National Park
This park is in the remote south-eastern corner of the country bordering with Ukraine and Slovakia. It’s a great choice for people looking for a quiet and lonely trip. Facilities are also quite limited. Don’t miss the Solina Dam and other artificial lakes.
Karkonosze National Park
Over in the south-west of Poland by the frontier with the Czech Republic, this park is particularly interesting for its strangely shaped rocks and flat bare mountain tops. Near the border of the park is the highest waterfall in the Sudety region of Poland, the Kamienczyk Waterfall, which is 27 meters high.
Wolin National Park
Covering a large part of the Wolin Island on the western side of the Polish coast, this park’s best parts include an amazing 15 km long stretch of steep sea cliffs (悬崖), lakes and rivers surrounded by pine trees, many bird species and a small bison (野牛) reserve.
Pieniny National Park
This park is on the border of Poland and Pieniny—one of the Pieniny’s most beautiful mountain ranges. By far the most popular activity is taking a raft ( 筏 )down the winding Dunajec River, but there is a lot more to discover.
1. Which park best suits people who want to explore the Solina Dam?| A．Bieszczady National Park. | B．Karkonosze National Park. |
| C．Wolin National Park. | D．Pieniny National Park. |
| A．Appreciate sea cliffs. | B．See some small bison. |
| C．Appreciate the highest waterfall. | D．Float down the Dunajec River on a raft. |
| A．In an education brochure. | B．In an art magazine. |
| C．In a science magazine. | D．In a guidebook. |
9 . Biking
Roll to new destinations with Nature Bound biking trips! We offer both road bike and mountain bike trips. On a typical beginner road biking trip, we will cover no more than 15 paved miles. On a mountain biking trip, we will cover no more than 5 trail miles.
Hiking & Backpacking
A typical beginner hiking trip includes a hike in and out of the woods lasting between 5-8 miles. A typical backpacking trip involves hiking about 5-10 miles into the woods while carrying all camping gear in backpacks, spending the night camping, and hiking 5-10 miles out of the woods the next day.
Rock Climbing
We offer two types of climbing — bouldering and top roping. Bouldering consists of free climbing shorter heights or boulders without the use of a rope. Top Rope Climbing involves climbing taller rock structures while connected to a rope that is attached to the ground.
• Please pre-register so that we know to expect you. Registration for trips is located in room 1050 of the Student Recreation and Activities Center.
• Pre-trip meetings are essential for all participants. Trip Leaders plan all aspects of the trip. They should make sure that participants know and understand the dangers associated with a specific trip at the end of the meetings. If a participant doesn’t attend a pre-trip meeting and doesn’t contact the Trip Leader prior to the pre-trip meetings, he will not be allowed to attend the trip.
1. Which is an overnight trip?| A．Biking. | B．Hiking. | C．Backpacking. | D．Rock Climbing. |
| A．To know about the trip leader. |
| B．To meet with other participants. |
| C．To register in person for the trip. |
| D．To be aware of possible risks. |
| A．Career development. | B．Outdoor adventures. |
| C．Housing and residence. | D．Academics and admission. |
10 . Getting around Venice by travelling along its water ways is a delight for all visitors. Apart from offering unforgettable views of the architecture, the city's transportations are convenient, efficient, and also relatively inexpensive.
PASSES
Instead of paying EUR 7 per ride, a better option is to purchase one of ACTV's passes, which offer unlimited travel for 1 day (EUR 20), 2 days (EUR 30), 3 days (EUR 40) or 1 week (EUR 60). For children and young people between the ages of 6 and 29, ACTV offers a special "Rolling Venice" 3-day pass (EUR 29).
BY GONDOLA
Considered by many as the most symbolic feature of Venice, today gondolas circulate most often on canals in the centre of the city, carrying tourists on rides at fixed rates, which tend to be rather high. A 40-minute ride costs around EUR 100, but may be shared by as many as six passengers.
BY RENTAL BOAT
It is possible to rent a boat to travel around Venice's canals. A boating permit is not required, but you will need to pass a basic turning and docking test before being allowed to rent a boat. Rates start at EUR 30 per hour.
BY WATER TAXI
Getting around by water taxi in Venice is most costly, but can be a convenient option when you are in a hurry or need to carry a lot of luggage. The initial charge is EUR 15, then EUR 2 per minute. If you have more than one bag per passenger, there is a charge of EUR 3 for each additional piece.
Note: There are only four fueling stations for boats in Venice. Make sure you note their locations before heading out.
1. What is said about the ACTV's pass?| A．It provides the tourists with five choices. | B．It is only suitable for kids and the young. |
| C．It should be ordered ahead of time online. | D．It is a certificate given to the foreign tourists. |
| A．Because it is the most economical means. | B．Because tourists can enjoy the city for longer. |
| C．Because tourists will be clear about the cost. | D．Because it represents the city of Venice. |
| A．PASSES. | B．BY GONDOLA. |
| C．BY WATER TAXI. | D．BY RENTAL BOAT. |
