First-time visitors to Chengdu may find it to be a city with rich cultural heritage. The emblem(标志) of a gold leaf,
After the discovery of the Sanxingdui Ruins in the city of Guanghan in 1929,
Chengdu’s
On a cool day in winter, I boarded a small bus for Nuanquan Town, or Warm Spring Town in Zhangjiakou. It is an old town with ancient walled
I went there not for its springs or well-preserved buildings, but for its performances of Dashuhua, literally
When the freezing cold night fell, the visitors sat around the stage
Dashuhua is a game for the brave.
Luckily, the tradition has been listed
The city of Zibo has never seen so many visitors.
As the sun begins to set，the aroma (芳香) of sizzling meat fills the air and draws in more hungry
The city was barely known by outsiders
Zibo-style barbecue’s classic three-piece set contains roast lamb, green onions, and naan bread, which,
Behind Zibo’s sudden fame
To promote Zibo-style barbecue, Zibo has launched two dozen “special barbecue trains,” where local tourism officials would serve tourists
4 . Here, our selection of Britain’s strangest museums has something for everyone.
Glasgow Riverside Transport Museum
The museum houses steam engines, motorbikes, Glasgow buses and just about anything else that has a set of wheels, wrings or sails. One of the last tall ships in existence is moored (停泊) outside, and you can take a boat there from Govan. For those not in love with transport, there’s a copy of a 19th-century Glasgow street with traditional shops and an old subway station.
Entrance is free and for children of all ages.
The Natural History Museum, Hertfordshire
The Victorians were mad about collecting, and this is essentially the personal collection of just one home-educated boy, which began when he was 5 years old. But as a member of the Rothschild family, Walter took 40 years to do it. There’s just about every stuffed animal you could ever imagine, and quite a few you couldn’t: a polar bear; George, a mandrill (山魈) from London Zoo and a four-ton elephant seal.
Entrance is free.
The Pencil Museum1, Cumbria
It is a museum all about the history of the everyday pencil. There are free daily artists’ demonstrations and workshops, so you can enter from one end of the museum and go out with a drawing from another end. The lovely Lake District location adds to the experience and the wonderful shop is especially enjoyable for stationery (文具) lovers.
Entrance: adults £8, children £6.
The Time Machine Museum of Science Fiction, Hertfordshire
This is the result of 30 years of crazy collecting by Andy Glazzard. There are artworks from sci-fi classics, but most of the museum artworks center on Doctor Who.
Entrance: adults £4.25, children f3.25.
1. What can visitors see in Glasgow Riverside Transport Museum?| A．Stuffed animals. | B．Various vehicles. |
| C．Old bus stations. | D．Some modern shops. |
| A．£14 | B．£20 | C．£28 | D．£32 |
| A．A news report. | B．A science fiction. |
| C．A history textbook. | D．A travel guidebook. |
5 . With the cost of living in the United States soaring, more and more people are setting their sights on an international destination.
Ecuador
For real bargain hunters, Ecuador is cheap and safe with a very comfortable year-round climate. The cost of living for one person in the country is $750. Ecuador is geographically diverse with miles of endless beaches, hills and rainforests. Housing is economical with the average rent for one person costing around $307 per month.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica is the perfect place to live abroad without depleting(耗尽)your savings. The cost of living is around $893 and rent for one person runs approximately $406 per month. The tropical destination has cost-effective healthcare. The weather is gorgeous, the water is warm and the housing is highly affordable.
Uruguay
The country is exquisite(精美的), offering nearly 400 miles of coast, rolling mountains and four distinct seasons. The cost of living is nearly half of what it is in the states at $1,090 and you can find a nice apartment at the reasonable price of $500 per month.
Panama
Panama could be a good option for anyone to live cheaply. The cost of living is under half of what it would cost in the U.S. at $1,040 for one person. Rent runs approximately $530 per month and food takes up another $353, but outside of that costs are minimal. The country has a mild climate and offers world-class beaches.
1. Which country has economical healthcare?| A．Ecuador. | B．Costa Rica. | C．Uruguay. | D．Panama. |
| A．Its reasonable rent. | B．Its good bargains. |
| C．Its diverse climates. | D．Its cheap apartments. |
| A．Close to $1,090. | B．Around $750. | C．Under $893. | D．Above $2,080. |
6 . In a lot of other states in America, warm sunny days mean lazy afternoons are spent on the beach. In Oregon, people pack hiking shoes with their bathing suits. Here are 3 incredible hikes for you.
Cascade Head Preserve
Distance: 6.8 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Nearest Town: Lincoln City
Managed by the international nonprofit The Nature Conservancy, the Cascade Head Preserve is an excellent hike that typically marks the division between the north and central Oregon coast. There are upper and lower trailheads (小道的起点), with about 3.4 miles of trails between the two.
Cape Lookout
Distance: 5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Nearest Town: Tillamook
Of all the capes on the Oregon coast, Cape Lookout might be the most famous, projecting 1.5 miles into the ocean. Visitors can tackle the five-mile, round-trip hike to the tip of the cape where they can enjoy several incredible views over the Pacific Ocean. Separate trails lead down to South Beach and the Campground.
Clatsop Loop Hike
Distance: 3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Nearest Town: Cannon Beach
There are several trails that traverse (横越) Tillamook Head at Ecola State Park, but the Clatsop Loop Hike is known for its breathtaking Cliffside views and quiet forested paths. Take the seaside trail from Indian Beach to the Hikers Camp, then take the forested path back.
1. Which is the dividing line between the north and central Oregon coast?| A．Tillamook. | B．Cascade Head Preserve. |
| C．Cape Lookout. | D．Cannon Beach. |
| A．Go camping in the wild. | B．Go hiking through the forests. |
| C．Kill time on the beach. | D．Enjoy views over the ocean. |
| A．The vast forest. | B．The easy hikes. |
| C．The amazing views. | D．The quiet seaside. |
Shennongjia is said to be the place
Shennongjia’s beauty
Official data showed that visitors to Shennongjia Forestry District
Visitors can employ a bus service if they do not drive
8 . Love hiking but don’t want to have a heavy backpack for days on end? We’ve found four great walks around Australia.
● Three Capes Walk
Where: Tasmania
Length: Three days
The pièce de résistance of a hike in this remote southeast corner of Tasmania has to be a flight over, or cruise(航行) underneath, Cape Pillar–the tallest sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere. Here you’ll find 300-metre-high sea columns rising from the ocean. The equally impressive Cape Raoul – only accessible by hikers – will also give you a taste of the dramatic, raw beauty to come.
● Great Ocean Walk
Where: Victoria
Length: Three days
The 243-kilometre long Great Ocean Road is an Australian National Heritage – listed area famed for its surf beaches and the Twelve Apostles – limestone(石灰岩) stacks rising out of the Southern Ocean. It takes more than a week to walk the full length, but this hike ensures you see the best bits over three days.
● Larapinta Trail &Red Center Walk
Where: Northern Territory
Length: Nine days
If you haven’t experienced the beating heart of Australia, this is the way to do it. Walk part of the Larapinta Trail, a 231-kilometre path that follows the rocky spine of the West MacDonnell Ranges from Alice Springs Telegraph Station to Mount Sonder.
● Light to Light Walk
Where: New South Wales
Length: Four days
The Sapphire Coast was named after a gem because of its deep blue sparkling waters. A hike here takes you deep into this dramatic landscape from striking 320-million-year old red rocky outcrops to coastal forests. Glide along its dynamic waters on a cruise to take in the birdlife, and if you’re lucky, you might even spot a dolphin or, from May to November, a migrating whale.
1. What can you appreciate in “Three Capes Walk”?| A．The Twelve Apostles. | B．The Larapinta Trail. |
| C．Cape Pillar. | D．The Sapphire Coast. |
| A．Appreciate the birdlife along the dynamic waters. |
| B．See limestone stacks rising out of the Southern Ocean. |
| C．Spot a dolphin or a migrating whale from March to November. |
| D．Walk a 231-kilometre path to experience the beating heart of Australia. |
| A．Victoria. | B．Northern Territory. | C．New South Wales. | D．Tasmania. |
9 . My husband and I booked a fall foliage (叶子) tour up the Hudson River. We were really excited to see all the changing colors of the leaves in their full glory.
It was a beautiful day. We were a little
However, through the whole trip, there was only the occasional sight of yellow and orange. It was not the fall foliage tour we had
Our whole family
If I tell myself that the
So the honest answer is that while there was some initial (原来的，最初的)
| A．concerned | B．angry | C．curious | D．impatient |
| A．indicated | B．believed | C．revealed | D．promised |
| A．similar | B．extinct | C．different | D．orderly |
| A．noticed | B．insisted | C．remembered | D．expected |
| A．knew | B．found | C．protested | D．confirmed |
| A．comments | B．discussions | C．details | D．questions |
| A．trip | B．fall | C．boat | D．answer |
| A．delivered | B．destroyed | C．disappeared | D．declared |
| A．terrible | B．meaningful | C．deadly | D．mobile |
| A．dull | B．busy | C．quiet | D．limited |
| A．well-weighed | B．well-fitted | C．well-spent | D．well-organized |
| A．Since | B．Unless | C．In case | D．For |
| A．decision | B．determination | C．attitude | D．role |
| A．excitement | B．puzzle | C．disappointment | D．scare |
| A．broke up | B．made up | C．grew up | D．ended up |
10 . The Olympic Museum’s educational programs are now free!
As of 1 January 2023, our educational programs are free! Teachers can tailor their visits to their own needs and interests, choosing between self- guided tours, guided tours and workshops, with online educational resources also available.
Here is all the practical information you need to organize your visit. In order to make a reservation, please fill in the pre-reservation form. This form is a must for all types of visits. There are four ways to visit the Museum with your class:
●Guided tour: Visit the permanent exhibition accompanied by one of our activity leaders.
Duration: 90 minutes
●Workshop + guided tour: Themed tour of the exhibition (permanent or temporary depending on the topic) and workshop in the Gym or Studio, all accompanied by an activity lender.
Duration: 2×45 minutes
●Workshop + independent visit (optional): Accompanied by an activity leader, make the most of a themed workshop and extend your Olympic experience by visiting the exhibitions independently.
Duration: 45 minutes for the workshop, unlimited for an independent visit
●Independent visit: Access to all exhibition areas except educational areas.
Duration: unlimited
Practical Information
Self-guided visitors in groups with a reservation will be given priority at the entrance. If the exhibitions are too crowded, we may not be able to give you the privilege.
Safety distances between adults and students/ children must be respected.
Rates
All our educational programs are free of charge for those under the age of 16.
●Children up to the age of 15: free
●Students aged 16 and over & adults: $ 14
●Accompanying adult (1 for 1-10 students, 2 for 11-20 students, etc.): free
1. What can a teacher do when planning a visit to the museum for the students?| A．Tailor a guided tour for unlimited lime. |
| B．Make a reservation without filling out a form. |
| C．Choose an independent tour in educational areas. |
| D．Design a self-guided tour with a 45-minute workshop. |
| A．the exhibitions are too jammed |
| B．they are in a guided tour group |
| C．safely distances between people are respected |
| D．reservations are made for their self-guided groups |
| A．$14. | B．$28. | C．$42. | D．$56. |
