1 . Britain is arguably the great walking nation. About two-thirds of us already head out to stretch our legs once a week. The following festivals offer a wealth of organized walks, but walkers should register in advance.

Prestatyn and Clwydian Range festival

Visitors to Wales tend to move west, to either the well-worn tracks of Snowdonia or the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. There are 25 walks packed into the three days, with various options available, including a half-mile Roman-themed adventure, an eight-mile walk exploring the life of 18th-century Welsh naturalist and travel writer Thomas Pennant and a 21-mile Offa’s Dyke challenge. All walks are free.

Denbighshire, Wales, 19-21 May

Otley walking festival

This local festival has grown from humble origins in 2000 into a busy schedule of 50 short-distance walks and events celebrating the lives and landscapes of Wharfedale in West Yorkshire. One might enjoy the Five Pubs Walk, Walking With Wine, Four More Pubs or Lost Pubs of Otley. All walks are free, though there is sometimes a small charge for transport.

Otley, West Yorkshire, 24 June-3 July

Dartmoor offroading walking festival

Dartmoor delights (使高兴) walkers because, while tracks are there to be followed, the lack of wire and other barriers, and the relatively small number of farm buildings on the higher ground, create a sensation of freedom. The six free wheelchair walks, starting daily at 11am, explore Dartmoor’s industrial history, bronze age valuables and Victorian railway builders.

Devon, 27 August-2 September

Gower walking festival

With more superb walking options inside a single landscape than perhaps anywhere else, the Gower peninsula (半岛) sometimes feels as if it’s all coast. The further information for this nine-day festival, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Wales Coast Path (WCP), has yet to be finalized. Half of the walks offered during the festival will be on the coastal path, £10 adults, over-sixes £6.

Glamorgan, 2-10 September

1. Which festival is friendly to the disabled?

A．Prestatyn and Clwydian Range festival.	B．Otley walking festival.
C．Dartmoor offroading walking festival.	D．Gower walking festival.

2. What do we know about Gower walking festival?

A．It has the most superb walking options.	B．Half of the walks last for a whole week.
C．It’s aimed to advocate coastal protection.	D．The final details remain to be confirmed.

3. What do the listed festivals have in common?

A．They are offered free of charge.	B．They require prior registeration.
C．They take advantage of the coast.	D．They are physically demanding.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where do the speakers prefer to go?

A．Hawaii.

B．Europe.

C．The Bahamas.

2. What will the speakers probably do next?

A．Check the travel fees.

B．Call their friends.

C．Book their flight.

3 . William Lindesay, a famous Great Wall expert and conservationist, and his wife Wu Qi have traveled the globe by the back paths, providing their sons with a unique growing environment. Sun hats, backpacks and sneakers (运动鞋)—these are the day-to-day must-haves for the family.

Most of their trips seem far from relaxing—cultural study in the hot and dry desert, a 53-kilometer hiking tour of New Zealand, a one-day climb to three English mountaintops and a six-day train ride from Beijing to Moscow.

Many assume the family must be wealthy and can afford their global travel, but they are not. Lindesay says they just choose to spend money on travel and eschew pricey hotels and restaurants where possible. Lindesay mentions the trip to Moscow as an example. Instead of taking a taxi from the railway station to the hotel, they took the subway. “We crossed the city for saving money, communicated with local people, and saw they are people just like us, everywhere. We arrived at our destination feeling comfortable.”

However, their journeys, which can last weeks or months, have sometimes been inconsistent with their children’s schooling. Wu remembers once Lindesay let their elder son ask for leave so that they could go to New York for a 45-day lecture tour. Therefore the son missed his final exam. Things like that bother the family all the time.

Lindesay attaches great importance to learning out of the classroom, saying that children might score well on school tests, but traveling outside, in distant lands with different languages, cultures, and political structures, is the real test. “You can only get streetwise on the street. You can only get worldly-wise when seeing the world,” he says.

1. How can we describe the Lindesays’ trips?

A．Pleasant.

B．Conventional

C．Challenging.

D．Dangerous.

2. What does the underlined word “eschew” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Visit.

B．Avoid.

C．Compare.

D．Evaluate.

3. What problem does the family meet when traveling?

A．They have scheduling conflicts.

B．They suffer from a tight budget.

C．They are faced with language barriers.

D．They hold different educational ideas.

4. Which statement may Lindesay agree with according to the text?

A．Toughness is the best assistant of will.	B．Man who travels far knows more.
C．Actions speak louder than words.	D．There is no royal road to learning.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1. Where are the speakers?

A．At a clothing store.

B．At their house.

C．At a travel agency.

2. How long will the speakers be on the trip?

A．For two days.

B．For five days.

C．For seven days.

3. What does the woman suggest the man do?

A．Pack more clothes.

B．Wear his jackets.

C．Test the suitcase.

9 . William Lindesay, a famous Great Wall expert and conservationist, and his wife Wu Qi have traveled the globe by the back paths, providing their sons with a unique growing environment. Sun hats, backpacks and sneakers (运动鞋)—these are the day-to-day must-haves for the family.

Most of their trips seem far from relaxing—cultural study in the hot and dry desert, a 53-kilometer hiking tour of New Zealand, a one-day climb to three English mountaintops and a six-day train ride from Beijing to Moscow.

Many assume the family must be wealthy and can afford their global travel, but they are not. Lindesay says they just choose to spend money on travel and eschew pricey hotels and restaurants where possible. Lindesay mentions the trip to Moscow as an example. Instead of taking a taxi from the railway station to the hotel, they took the subway. “We crossed the city for saving money, communicated with local people, and saw they are people just like us, everywhere. We arrived at our destination feeling comfortable.”

However, their journeys, which can last weeks or months, have sometimes been inconsistent with their children’s schooling. Wu remembers once Lindesay let their elder son ask for leave so that they could go to New York for a 45-day lecture tour. Therefore the son missed his final exam. Things like that bother the family all the time.

Lindesay attaches great importance to learning out of the classroom, saying that children might score well on school tests, but traveling outside, in distant lands with different languages, cultures, and political structures, is the real test. “You can only get streetwise on the street. You can only get worldly-wise when seeing the world,” he says.

1. How can we describe the Lindesays’ trips?

A．Pleasant.

B．Challenging.

C．relaxing.

D．Dangerous.

2. What does the underlined word “eschew” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Avoid.

B．Visit.

C．Compare.

D．Evaluate.

3. What problem does the family meet when traveling?

A．They suffer from a tight budget.	B．They have scheduling conflicts.
C．They are faced with language barriers.	D．They hold different educational ideas.

4. Which statement may Lindesay agree with according to the text?

A．Nothing is so necessary for travelers as languages.

B．There is no royal road to learning.

C．Actions speak louder than words.

D．Man who travels far knows more.

10 . Welcome to “Cash Poor Points Rich”, a new travel blog dedicated to sharing experiences with credit card points and miles to help you get big travel but for small spend. With the right planning and maximization of available resources, traveling as a college student may be easier than you think.

Chengdu, China

If visiting a place with happy locals is a priority for you, there’s no better city to hit than Chengdu. It is home to pandas and spicy things. Moreover, the city’s abundance of cultural and historical sights, together with its laid-back lifestyle, make itself one of the most attractive and livable large cities too. Past travelers have spent, on average,￥158 on meals and about a quarter of that on local transportation for one day.

Con Dao Island, Vietnam

Tourism is picking up in Vietnam lately, where you can travel for about ￥100 per day if you play your cards right. Con Dao Island Nation Park, a group of dramatic tiny islands off the southern coast, is a great destination to see sea turtles and other wildlife while exploring the area on foot. Its thick jungle will give you a good chance to uncover a paradise of your own.

Zakynthos Island, Greece

If you’re looking for an affordable European summer beach vacation, consider Zakynthos Island. Food is cheap and mouthwatering. There are plenty of free things to do, although the favorite is spending time on the beautiful beaches edged by electric blue water. There are countless options for swimming in the appealing sea, along with charming villages and museums to explore.

New Orleans, U. S.

New Orleans is an incredibly unique place in the U.S., full of fascinating history, absorbing culture, delicious food, and a constantly buzzing nightlife scene. There are actually a couple of hostels in and near the French Quarter that offer reasonable accommodation rates for students.

1. How much on average might be spent on meals and transportation in Chengdu per day?

A．￥13.

B．￥100.

C．￥158.

D．￥200.

2. What do Con Dao and Zakynthos Islands have in common?

A．Abundant cultures.	B．Free tourist attractions.
C．Impressive sea views.	D．Large museums.

3. What is the advantage of the French Quarter?

A．It offers unique services for students.

B．Hostels there are clean and modern.

C．The price of hostels there is affordable for students.

D．It has the longest history in New Orleans.