1 . Banff National Park is Canada’s firstborn national park and was recognized in 1885. Located in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta, Banff includes 6,641 square kilometers of glaciers and ice fields, thick coniferous forest, and alpine(高山的) scenery. The Icefields Park-way spreads from Lake Louise, connecting to Jasper National Park in the north. Provincial forests and Yoho National Park are neighbors to the west while Kootenay National Park is situated to the south. The main commercial center of the park is the town of Banff, in the Bow River valley.

The Canadian Pacific Railway was contributory in Banff’s early years, building the Banff Springs Hotel and Chateau Lake Louise hotel in the park and attracting tourists through widespread advertising. In the early 20th century, roads were built in Banff, at times by prisoners of World War I, and through Great Depression-era public works projects, As Banff has over three million visitors annually, the health of its ecology has been endangered. In the mid-1990s, Parks Canada launched a two-year study to preserve ecological integrity.

Banff National Park has a subarctic climate(副极地气候) with three ecoregions. The forests feature lodgepole pine at lower heights and Engelmann spruce at higher ones below the tree line, above which are chiefly rocks and ice. Mammal(哺乳动物) species such as the grizzly bear, cougar, wolverine, moose and bighorn sheep are found along with hundreds of bird species. Reptiles(爬行动物) are also found but only a restricted number of species have been recorded.

The mountains were formed from sedimentary rocks(沉积岩) which were pushed east over newer rock formations, between 80 and 55 million years ago. Over the previous few million years, glaciers have at times covered most of the park, but today are found only on the mountainsides though they include the Columbia Icefield, the largest continuous glacial mass in the Rockies. Erosion(侵蚀) from water and ice has molded the mountains into their existing shapes.

1. What can we infer about Banff National Park?

A．It was built mainly by prisoners.

B．It is the oldest national park in Canada.

C．It is connected to three other provincial parks.

D．It failed to satisfy visitors’ demand for commercial activities.

2. What was a contribution of the Canadian Pacific Railway?

A．Building roads in Banff.

B．Constructing hotels in Banff.

C．Preserving the ecology of Banff.

D．Providing multiple railway lines to Banff.

3. What is paragraph 3 mainly about?

A．The biodiversity of Banff.

B．The limited knowledge of reptiles.

C．The complex climate system of Banff.

D．The mammals’ severe living conditions.

4. What does the underlined word “molded” most probably mean?

A．Stuck.

B．Broken.

C．Formed.

D．Followed.

2 . The Yarlung Zangbo River Grand Canyon

The Yarlung Zangbo River Grand Canyon in Tibet is the deepest canyon in the world. With a total length of about 500 kilometers, its altitude spans from 7,782 meters at Namchak Barwa, the highest peak of the eastern Himalayas, to 550 meters around the Yarlung Zangbo River Valley in Metog county.

One unique feature of the spring sight here is that visitors can enjoy both the peach blossoms and the snow-capped mountains at the same time. The water Peach Blossom Fair is also an attraction in the area.

Bangong Lake National Forest Park

Bangong Lake National Forest Park is an ideal place for bird watching in Tibet in spring. Due to the good ecological environment, the island boasts a good variety of bird species. Every spring, warm winds from the Bay of Bengal blow into the Ngari Plateau, birds that fly from the plateau to the South Asian continent the previous winter would return here to lay eggs and breed.

Namtso will present its most attractive scenery in March and April, which makes it a great place to visit in spring. In April, when the weather warms up and the snow melts, Namtso slowly wakes up. Visitors could enjoy a stunning view of half lake and half ice.

Lake Manasarova

Lake Manasarova sits 4,500 meters above sea level in Purang county, Ngari prefecture. Snow melt from the Gangdise Mountains hugging the lake is the source for the nearby Yarlung Zangbo River as well as the mighty Ganges.

The Manasarova wetland is a key “climate regulator” on the plateau and home to more than 400 rare species including the black-necked crane and the Tibetan wild donkey. Enshrined as “holy lake and sacred mountain”along with Gang Rinpoche, Lake Manasarova in spring attracts a large number of pilgrims (朝圣者) as well as tourists from home and abroad.

1. What is special about visiting the Yarlung Zangbo River Grand Canyon?

A．It is the longest and deepest canyon in the world.

B．You can enjoy peach blossoms and the snow mountains as well.

C．It runs through the highest mountain in the Himalayas in Tibet.

D．Brave visitors can do some white water rafting in the river.

2. Which place will you visit if you are fond of watching feathered friends?

A．The Yarlung Zangbo River Grand Canyon	B．Bangong Lake National Forest Park
C．The Manasarova wetland	D．The Ngari Plateau

3. What do the three destinations have in common?

A．All three places have a great and beautiful lake.

B．We can enjoy beautiful peach blossom in all three.

C．All three have beautiful spring attractions in Tibet.

D．All three are rich in rare species.

4 . In which city did the woman and John stay the longest?

A．Paris.

B．Rome.

C．Vienna.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题
1. Which place would the man like to go?

A．An exciting modern city.

B．A popular tourist attraction.

C．A quiet and far-away place.

2. What does the woman worry about?

A．The weather.

B．The food and water.

C．The language.

3. What does the woman plan to do now?

A．Travel with the man.

B．Do some gardening.

C．Go to the travel agency. .

6 . Traveling by train can be a romantic way to see the world. Here are some fantastic train trips to add to your travel bucket list.

Qinghai-Tibet Railway

Where it goes: Xining to Lhasa

How long it takes: 20 hours and 55 minutes

Why not start with the world’s highest train ride? The gorgeous 1,215-mile journey only makes seven stops as it passes through four different biological community. Booking between April and November bodes for better weather, though the stunning views of grasslands, wetlands, mountains and deserts are always breathtaking.

Eurostar

Where it goes: London to/ from Paris

How long it takes: Two hours and 15 minutes

Eurostar is a popular way for folks to get from London to Paris, but it has another draw that makes it a great bucket-list train trip. For 20 minutes, you’ll actually be riding 150 feet underwater through the famed English Channel. Trains leave from St. Pancras/King’s Cross in London and arrive in Gare du Nord [ in Paris].

Orient Express

Where it goes: Paris to Istanbul ( original route)

The Orient Express is one of the most famous train journeys in history, with movies and murder- mystery novels undoubtedly adding to its mystery and fascination. You can still ride its original route — all of which is included in a Eurail Global Pass.

Trans-Siberian Railway

Where it goes: Moscow to Vladivostok

How long it takes: Seven days

The Trans-Siberian Railway is another historically famous railroad that should be on your bucket list. It’s also the world’s longest continuous railway, clocking in at 5,772 miles from Moscow to Vladivostok, Russia. Along the way, you’ll pass through eight times zones and have plenty of time to see the beautiful Russian countryside.

1. What features Qinghai-Tibet Railway?

A．The height of the train ride.	B．The top-speed travel time.
C．The overall length of the railway.	D．The varied zones along the route.

2. What is the most special about Eurostar?

A．The original ride route to Paris.

B．Passing underwater through the English Channel.

C．Running from English Channel to Gare du Nord.

D．Diverse entertainments of murder-mystery movies.

3. Which route allows you to admire the beautiful Russian countryside?

A．Eurostar.	B．Orient Express.
C．Trans- Siberian Railway.	D．Qinghai-Tibet Railway.

7 . 13-Day Arnhem Land Adventure

Nhulunbuy-Darwin

From $12, 395 pp twin share (pp=per person)

Fully accommodated

Trip lasts from May to Sep. 2023

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Discover an unknown land on this special adventure through the heart of Arnhem Land. Travelling from Nhulunbuy to Darwin, you’ll journey through areas that no other tour company can take you, and that few outsiders have ever seen. Along the way, stay in our network of luxurious safari camps (豪华的游猎营地) and wilderness houses, including the Seven Spirit Bay on the Cobourg Peninsula. As part of the adventure, you’ll also enjoy real cultural activities with indigenous (土著的) guides, learning about this place from those who know it best.

Most exciting parts of the adventure include:

·Spend 7 nights in our network of safari camps and houses

·Discover the Arafura Swamp, location for the film “Ten Canoes”

·View ancient rock art galleries and sail in wetlands at Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris, Mount Borradaile

·Enjoy a Welcome to Country performance at Yirrkala

·Explore a historic Victoria Settlement at Port Essington, Circa 1838

·Discover the waters of the Cobourg Marine Park Sanctuary

·Fish for barramundi & enjoy breathtaking sea adventures

1. What do we know about this trip?

A．It starts at Arnhem Land.

B．It will be organised for September first.

C．It requires every visitor to spend at least $12,395.

D．It asks people to pay additional money for their accommodation.

2. What service does the trip provide for visitors?

A．Exploring Amhem Land deeply like other companies do.

B．Experiencing local culture with indigenous guides.

C．Travelling with experienced outsiders.

D．Making camp in the wild.

3. What is one of the most attractive parts of this adventure?

A．Having chances to cook fish alone.

B．Visiting historical sites at Yirrkala.

C．Spending nights at safari camps.

D．Taking part in making a film.

8 . The Ultimate Guide to Sussex

Sussex offers beautiful countryside, charming seaside towns and some of the best vineyards (葡萄园) in the UK. Plan your Sussex getaway with our ultimate guide.

Monk’s House

Put your National Trust membership to good use with a visit to Monk’s House purchased by Virginia and her husband Leonard Woolf in 1919. Virginia wrote many of her most celebrated works at the house, including the essay A Room of One’s Own. Admire the weather-boarded cottage’s beautiful antiques, seemingly untouched since 1969, when Leonard died.

Beachy Head

Come to Beachy Head and you’ll be greeted by one of the most splendid coastal stretches in all of Britain. It offers superb views of Eastbourne and the English Channel from 530 feet above the water. Spring through autumn are the best times to visit. Look out for the Beachy Head Marathon, which takes place every October. There’s a pay and display car park, a pub, toilet facilities and, during summer, the welcome sight of an ice-cream truck.

The Long Man of Wilmington

On the grassy ground of Windover Hill—a 235-foot figure known as the Long Man has been here for centuries. Archaeological researchers believe The Long Man of Wilmington actually dates to around the 16th century. If you’re feeling active, hike from The Long Man of Wilmington to East Sussex’s other chalk-carved figure, the Litlington White Horse.

Lewes

This town is just the right size to explore in a day, though do consider staying overnight to make good use of the local restaurants, pubs and wine bars. Lewes is one of the best places to shop in Sussex with a delightful mix of independent, antique and high street brands. If you’re visiting during summer, pack your bathers for a visit to Pells Pool, the oldest known freshwater swimming pool in the UK. You’ll need to pre-book a session.

1. In which place may visitors witness a sports event?

A．Monk’s House.	B．Beachy Head.
C．The Long Man of Wilmington.	D．Lewes.

2. What should visitors do before going to Pells Pool?

A．Book in advance.	B．Apply for membership.
C．Contact a local lifeguard.	D．Learn from experienced bathers.

3. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To introduce special exhibits in Sussex.	B．To show us where to stay in Sussex.
C．To tell us what to explore in Sussex.	D．To advertise the coming events in Sussex.

9 . Welcome to Santa Cruz County. It is home to rough coastline and it’s the main destination for many hiking adventurers!

California King Tides Are Coming!

California King Tides are coming back to Santa Cruz County, and this season you have even more opportunities to enjoy these impressive tides! These naturally occurring and predictable events are when the highest and lowest tides hit our shores and create an even more dramatic coastline.

Winter Wildlife Getaway!

This season marks the start of the best wildlife watching on the California coast! Migrating whales and many special birds make December and January the perfect time for a wildlife adventure.

Magic Monarch Butterfly!

In Santa Cruz, we like to celebrate all creatures great and small, especially those of the migrating variety. On one hand, we are attracted by the sight of a whale surfaceing from the depths of the sea and, on the other hand, we delight in the attractive magic of a flying monarch butterfly.

County Shores!

Explore Santa Cruz County shores, and you’ll delight in rock y tide pools full of unique sea creatures. While exploring local tide pools, remember to have respect for your surroundings.

Care & Safety

Never turn your back on the ocean. Sleeper waves are a real phenomenon, and can sweep you away at any time.

We know how wonderful it might be to touch a plant or catch a fish from its waters, but disrupting tide pool life harms its inhabitants. Even if you think you’re saving a fish that appears to be pushed out of water, it’s best to leave it be. The tide will finally return it.

1. What are California King Tides like?

A．Unpredictable.

B．Splendid.

C．Ordinary.

D．Destructive.

2. Which is the best season to watch wildlife in Santa Cruz County?

A．Spring.

B．Summer.

C．Autumn.

D．Winter.

3. What are tourists advised to do when seeing tide pool fish?

A．Handle them gently.	B．Catch them immediately.
C．Leave them where they are.	D．Take them back to the ocean.