2 . Unlike other major destinations, Rome doesn’ t have a huge number of hostels (旅社). In fact, there are less than 40 listed on Hostelworld. So we’ ve analyzed each hostel to bring you detailed information about hostels in Rome.

TYPICAL ROME HOSTEL PRICES

Hostels in Rome are generally reasonably priced. Most hostels, regardless of quality, will start around € 25 -- € 32 / night in the summer. You might be able to find some around € 20 / night but those are tough to snag (抢先获得). The cheapest hostels will cost around € 18 / night -- but don’t expect very good quality.

Check Hostelworld to get exact prices for your dates as prices are always varying.

QUICK FACTS ABOUT ROME HOSTELS

Cheap Beds & Good Hostels Go Early : Hostel prices are fairly standardized but the quality does vary. The best options get booked up quickly (especially in the summer).

Tourism Tax : Rome requires all hotels, hostels and apartment rentals to collect a tourist tax from all guests. It’ s usually € 3.50 / night / person so don’ t be surprised by this extra fee.

Areas & Neighborhoods : Most of Rome’ s hostels are located near Rome’ s Termini train station. It’ s not the best part of town but it’ s not that bad ( just be a little extra careful at night ).

Check the Hostel Type : Every hostel has its own personality so we suggest picking a hostel that matches up to your travel style. For example, some hostels are “party” hostels so these are great for having a fun time but not great for sleeping.

Check-In Times : A lot of hostels have late check-in times ( around 2 pm — 4 pm ) but nearly all will let you store your luggage if you arrive before check-in.

1. What might be the minimum cost if you stay in a Rome hostel for two nights ?

A．€ 18.

B．€ 32.

C．€ 43.

D．€ 47.

2. What should travelers in a hostel near Termini train station pay special attention to ?

A．Comfort.

B．Security

C．Price.

D．Transport.

3. What do most Roman hostels offer ?

A．Quality service.	B．Tourism tax relief
C．A quiet sleeping environment.	D．Luggage storage before check-in.

4 . Pamukkale, which means “cotton castle” in Turkish, is a natural site in Denizli in southwestern Turkey.     1     . Throughout thousands of years, this mineral has formed white water pools famous around the whole world for their healing (疗愈) properties. There are quite a few things to see and do in and around Pamukkale.

Bathe in the travertine (石灰华) pools

    2    . These natural rock pools were created by calcium deposits (钙沉淀) coming from the area’s hot springs. To reach these pools, you’ll have to walk (barefoot to not damage the travertine) all the way from the bottom entrance of the site to the top part where these small natural baths are located.

Sit in the theater of Hierapolis

The theater is the main attraction to see if you visit the ruins of Hierapolis. It stands on top of a hill and overlooks the rest of the ancient Greek colony.     3     . If you go sit on one of the top seats, you’ It have a fine view of the perfectly preserved stage.

Bathe in Pamukkale’ s antique pool near the Temple of Apollo

There are a few more pools worth exploring near the Temple of Apollo.     4     , these were carved into the rock by the Romans. It’s quite a unique hot-spring experience, with columns and marble (大理石) pieces of the temple lying in the water.

Visit the museum of Hierapolis

This small museum has an interesting collection of antiquities from Hierapolis and is located in a former Roman bathhouse. It showcases beautiful art, stone reliefs, and ancient sarcophagi (石棺) for which the region is famous.     5     .

A．Unlike the natural travertine pools

B．The pools closer to the top are the hottest

C．Visiting the museum will help bring the city of Hierapolis to life

D．The area is famous for a carbonate mineral left by the flowing water

E．The one thing you should absolutely do is bathing in the white travertine pools

F．The ruins of the city have beautiful long roads surrounded by towering columns

G．The theater is incredibly well-kept and has maintained much of its original detail

5 . Walled Cities Of The World

There are numerous historical walled cities across the world, whose walls date back several centuries. These walls were fortification (碉堡), a necessity throughout medieval eras for defense. They have been preserved as historical monuments and popular tourist attractions in the modern time.

York, England

The city of York is a medieval city situated in the north of England. Historically, the city was ruled by the Romans, Angles, and the Vikings before being incorporated as part of the Kingdom of England in 954. Located in the city are walls built in 71 AD which have been restored and extended with time.

Xi’an, China

The city of Xian is one of the oldest cities in China. It prospered economically as the eastern last station of the Silk Road. The existing walls were originally built in 770 BC and reconstructed in the 14th century under the Ming Dynasty. The walls are well preserved and are a major tourist attraction in the city.

Quebec City, Canada

Quebec City was a colonial (殖民地的) town which was fortified by the settling Europeans. The walls began to be built in 1608 under both British and French regimes (政权). A fort was constructed by the British as an additional defensive measure and remains undamaged to date. The city’s fortifications were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.

Mexico City, Mexico

Historically, the City of Mexico gained importance as the Aztec Capital. The Spanish then drove out the Aztecs and rebuilt it as the Spanish Capital. The walls protecting the city were built in 1521. Mexico City is also home to numerous colonial-era buildings which together with the walls are major tourist attractions in the city.

1. Which city has walls of the longest history?

A．York, England.	B．Xi’an, China.
C．Quebec City, Canada.	D．Mexico City, Mexico.

2. What do Quebec city and Mexico city have in common?

A．They were once colonies of other countries.

B．They were once the capital of the Aztec empire.

C．Their walls were once built under British regime.

D．Their walls were once damaged after construction.

3. In which section of a magazine may this text appear?

A．Culture.

B．Entertainment.

C．Science.

D．Society

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要点：
1.位于长春市东南部,占地150平方公里；
2.是亚洲最大的人工森林之一；
3.欢迎游览。
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8 . Hotels are full, local specialties are nearly sold out, tourists came in droves from all parts of China…Rongjiang, a small county in a remote mountainous area with a population of less than 400,000 in Southwest China, has recently gone viral for its “Village Super League”, creating a spectacular sports carnival in China.

Every week, more than 40,000 audiences flock to the stadium for the “Village Super League”. As of the end of June, 2023, the tournament has had more than 20 billion views on the Internet.

During a match in May, Wu Chuguo, a decoration worker from Liubaitang village, Rongjiang County, scored a spectacular 40-meter goal that ignited the crowd. Wu said he was influenced by elders in his village and fell in love with the sport. In the county, rural soccer matches have taken place regularly since the 1990s. When there was a lack of facilities, soccer players used barren land as a field and wooden stakes for the posts. The boundaries were marked out with lime powder. When they can’t gather enough players, they play futsal, a soccer-based game played on a smaller hard court.

In recent years, the county has focused on gymnastics, soccer, rock climbing and other sports, which has developed outstanding national and provincial-level sporting talent. What sets the Village Super League apart from other sports events are the vibrant displays of ethnic cultures and traditions at the tournament. As players of both teams walk on the field for a game, they are accompanied by their cheering squads(啦啦队)dressed in traditional ethnic costumes and carrying local specialties. The halftime break features folk songs and dance performances, while ethnic costumes are also on display.

“I hope that more and more tourists will come to Rongjiang to watch the matches, enjoy the folk customs and local cuisine, and have fun,” said Xiong Zhuqing, a melon grower who is also a cheerleader. She says she has sold over 10,000 kilograms of watermelons since the start of the tournament. As of June 27, a total of 654 new businesses were established, including 91 in the catering sector, 188 in retail, and 195 in agriculture and food processing, the local government said.

By combining tourism with sports, Rongjiang has found a creative and meaningful way to promote rural vitalization(振兴)and rural economic growth.

1. What do the underlined words “gone viral” in paragraph 1 probably mean?

A．Won a prize.	B．Made a promise.
C．Faced great challenges.	D．Become popular instantly.

2. What can we know from paragraph 3?

A．Rural soccer matches are demanding on facilities.

B．Wu Chuguo started the sports event at Liubaitang village.

C．Rongjiang County has a deep tradition of soccer matches.

D．The small court greatly limits soccer players’ performances.

3. What is special about the Village Super League?

A．It covers players from all walks of life.

B．It combines ethnic elements with sports.

C．It aims to select athletes for national-level games.

D．It has a cheering squad consisting of football fans.

4. What do the statistics in paragraph 5 indicate?

A．The matches can help promote economic growth.

B．Rongjiang’s tourism has fueled the sports industry.

C．Selling agricultural products is key to rural vitalization.

D．Local companies have offered significant financial support to the matches.

9 . In the Arab world, a souk is a market usually held in an open-air location. Souks are an important part of life in the Middle East.     1    Another attraction of souks is that they offer visitors a great opportunity to feel the local culture.

Most major souks probably started as informal meetings of merchants (商人) in open spaces, which slowly developed into more formal markets.    2    For example, some souks have partial ceilings (天花板) to protect against bad weather, along with narrow streets which do not permit cars.

Everything from glassware to meat can be found at a souk,with merchants coming from nearby areas to sell their products.     3    So visitors can easily find beautiful artworks in all shapes and sizes at a souk, often at very reasonable prices.

    4    By tradition, shoppers at a souk must negotiate (协商) with shopkeepers to reach a price. For large items, customers will have to sit down with the shopkeeper. They will be offered tea and snacks while the price, including storage and delivery costs sometimes, is discussed.

If you happen to be traveling in the Middle East, just pay a visit to a souk. Some regions have famous markets with a long and interesting history, and a souk is a great place to get souvenirs. You can find a local guide for your visit to ensure that you know local cultural rules well.    5    

A．Europeans prefer to pay the list price.

B．Many countries in the Middle East have long artistic traditions.

C．That will certainly allow you a more enjoyable day at the market.

D．People may be shocked at the long process of making a deal at souks.

E．There are many cultural differences between the West and the Middle East.

F．Nowadays, souks make special designs to create a customer-friendly environment.

G．Many visitors to the Middle Eastern countries enjoy going to souks to buy great goods.