1 . Down House, home of Charles Darwin:

Fun fact

Charles Darwin, his wife, Emma, and their children lived at Down House for 40 years from 1838. Several rooms appear as if the family still live here: with croquet sets thrown into an under-stairs cupboard, a half-played game of backgammon on a side table and Emma’s knitting(毛线) left on a chair in the drawing room. Upstairs, an exhibition showcases Darwin’s voyage aboard HMS Beagle, including a reconstruction of his cabin. Outside, visitors can explore the sheltered gardens which Darwin used as an open-air laboratory, and the greenhouse in which he planted rare plants and devised botanical experiments.

No room at Down House escaped Darwin’s experiments. In the drawing room he once placed a jar of earthworms on the grand piano to see whether they could hear.

Getting there

A 15-minute drive from the A21/Farnborough. Free parking. The R8 bus from Orpington stops nearby (except Sundays) or the 146 bus from Bromley North and South terminates (终点站) in Downe village, half a mile from the property. The nearest railway stations are Chelsfield or Orpington, about four miles away.

Value for money?

It’s ￡12 (adult), ￡7.20 (child), or ￡31.30 (family with 2 adults). Under 5s go free.

Opening hours

Open daily 10am-6pm from 30 March to 30 September; daily 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. between 1 to 31 October. Opening times vary through the winter (check website for details).

Verdict(评价)

8/10. An unstuffy educational, gentle day-trip attraction with friendly, knowledgeable staff.

1. What can visitors do in Down House?

A．Play the grand piano.	B．Set sail in HMS Beagle.
C．Explore Darwin’s work and life.	D．Try food sourced from the garden.

2. How much would a couple with their 4-year-old twin sons pay for admission?

A．￡38.40.

B．￡26.20.

C．￡31.30.

D．￡24.

3. What do we know about Down House?

A．It is highly thought of.	B．It charges parking fees.
C．It has fixed opening hours.	D．It is inconveniently located.

2 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

In the 12th century, the Southern Song Dynasty moved its capital to Lin’an. Near Lin’an, on the banks of Lake Tai is the city of Suzhou. Given its location near the capital and its     1     (nature) beauty, Suzhou became a preferred place     2     (live). Thus, there were over 300 gardens     3     (build) here, and more than 60 are still in     4     (exist).

Among these gardens, the Humble Administrator’s Garden (Zhuozheng Yuan) is the largest and the most famous, and water pools take up     5     third of its area.     6     (surround) the water pools is a luxuriant (繁茂的) group of flowers, plants, and trees, all carefully chosen according to the way their seasonal colors reflect off the sparkling water below. As is typical of Suzhou gardens, this garden     7     (separate) into different sections, offering various kinds of spaces     8     diverse shapes and sizes that represent different moods and feelings.

Since it is such a large garden, no simple description of the garden will do.     9     you have to do is to walk among the water and plants, enjoy every moment,     10     find your own treasures depending on your mood that day.

3 . Best Spring Destinations In Tibet

Peach blossom valley, Nyingchi

The peach blossoms in Nyingchi, Tibet autonomous region have been dubbed as “the most beautiful peach flowers in the world”. The annual Nyingchi peach blossom festival has become a signature tourism event on the plateau. The peach blossom valley stretches for 30 kilometers, making it one of the longest in China.

Nanyi Valley

Nanyigou scenic spot is 20 kilometers away from Milin county and is an important birthplace of the mysterious Tibetan medicine culture. The scenic area covers a total area of 820 hectares. The ecological conditions here are so good that the place is rich in various animal and plant species. Surrounded by mountains, Nanyi Valley is an ideal spring destination for visitors, where you can find peach and azalea blossoms everywhere.

The Yarlung Zangbo River Grand Canyon

The Yarlung Zangbo River Grand Canyon 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. 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.

Lulang Scenic Zone

Lulang Scenic Zone, located in Lulang town, covers a land area of 859,000 square meters with artificial lakes. The scenic zone contains rich natural scenery, including forest-clad mountains, flowers, lakes and beautiful landscapes, with snowy mountains seen in the far background. Every year from April to June, with wild flowers blossoming alongside the meandering streams and snowy mountains towering in the backdrop, the whole landscape presents a peaceful and pleasant sight.

1. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A market report.	B．A travel brochure.
C．A geography textbook.	D．A science magazine.

2. Which is best recommended to the one interested in medicine and biology?

A．Peach blossom valley, Nyingchi.	B．Nanyi Valley.
C．The Yarlung Zangbo River Grand Canyon.	D．Lulang Scenic Zone.

3. What do the last two destinations have in common?

A．They are in the town.	B．They have a top record in the world.
C．They are rich in the natural attractions.	D．They are famous for the artificial scenic spots.

5 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

During the holidays, many young Chinese invite their friends to visit museums and appreciate traditional culture. Some even set up We Chat groups to share popular exhibition information and visit     1    (exhibition) together.

With     2    number of young attendees rising, the museums have been launching     3     (creation) products and services.

Every morning, Nanjing Museum    4    (crowd) with young tourists. They carefully select postcards and line up in a long queue,     5    (wait) to have them stamped with images of cultural relics     6    (collect) at the museum.

Many museums across the country have also launched cultural products such as mystery boxes with an archaeology theme. Some boxes contain a soil sample     7    a cultural relic inside, and collectors can     8    (enthusiastic) dig through it with small tools. Many traditional museums also use digital collectibles(数码藏品)to attract more young people,     9    are made through original designs and sold to consumers online.

For museum cultural relics and exhibitions of museums, digital collectibles not only attract the attention of many youths, but also encourage them to approach cultural relics, understand history and promote the interest in     10    (they) heart in traditional Chinese culture.

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Demand on tourism burst as the Minsu market’s recovery sped up during the May Day holiday. Oceans of tourists flooded into Zibo in China’s Shandong Province for its BBQ,     1     drove its Minsu market to boom. According to the online booking site Tujia, Minsu’s average room price remained lower than the national average level, but     2     (it) booking number increased three times in Shandong Province during the May Day vacation.

    3     (base) on Tujia statistics, other cities in Shandong Province also showed remarkable performances on Minsu bookings. Qingdao and Weihai were among China’s top ten tourism destinations.     4     former even surpassed (超过) Chengdu and Chongqing for the first time to take the number one spot.     5     (additional), the booking numbers in Yantai, Jinan, Rizhao and Tai’an of Shandong Province also     6     (see) a good performance.

The Minsu in rural areas still gain     7     (popular), with the booking number     8     (account) for nearly 40% of the total, according to Tujia.

Among customers booking the Minsu in rural areas, the “post-80” and “post-90” generations are still the mainstream. The     9     (hot) types of accommodations are lofts, inns, and single-family villas. Besides, fruit and vegetable picking, DIY activities, and food-tasting events are the top choices     10     holiday activities.

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8 . Listed below are some nice family-friendly museums in Chicago, pick one that interests your kids most and take your little ones there to have fun.

Shedd Aquarium (水族馆)

It was open to the public on May 30th, 1930. Visitors with limited movement can use easy slopes (斜坡) to reach the exhibits, which are also explained to children through an app.Families can spend the night in the aquarium during the special event called Asleep with the Fishes.

Elmhurst History Museum

It’s a museum about history that has won awards and was created in 1957. It shows different exhibits about many history-related subjects, has a fun interactive exhibit about its own history, and offers various public programs, tours of exhibits, and special events for the community. The museum is a fantastic place for families to visit for a day or two, and it even has places for picnics and holiday train journeys.

Chicago Children’s Museum

Founded in 1982, the museum displays impressive exhibits for children, featuring dinosaur bones, a play area only for babies and a famous and fun climbing area for children.Moreover, the museum offers various exhibitions and daily art classes for children, which are free of charge. Visiting the museum on the weekend is a good choice for economical family amusement.

Field Museum of Natural History

With millions of things in its store, it was established in 1893. Disco ver more than 4billion years of life on Earth through interesting displays and interactive events, and discover protection campaigns worldwide.   It is now considered as famous as the Smithsonian Institution, established in 1846 in Washington, and the American Museum of Natural History, which originated in 1869 in New York.

1. What is special about the Shedd Aquarium for family visitors?

A．They can go on a picnic there.

B．They can sleep overnight there.

C．They can surf the Internet.

D．They can learn the history of Chicago.

2. What can kids do at the Chicago Children’s Museum?

A．Have discounts on holidays.	B．Watch dolphins’ exhibitions.
C．Take a fun climb.	D．Take free art classes on an app.

3. Which of the following has the longest history?

A．Shedd Aquarium.	B．ElmhurstHistoryMuseum.
C．Chicago Children’s Museum.	D．Field Museum of Natural History.

9 . Guided tours at the National Museum at South Kingston

Out of Hours Titano Tours

Book a tour with one of our knowledgeable tour guides to get up close to all the main characters in our world-famous Dinosaurs gallery. You’ll get to learn how dinosaurs were first discovered, how they adapted to life on Earth and why they’re so important to our science today.

13:00-14:00 Weekends only.

Behind the Lens Tour

Have you ever wondered why wildlife photography can be used to make a difference to the natural world? Join our hosts for a special tour of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition and discover the stories behind the photos. We will introduce you to some surprising stories as well as the impact that these photos have had on wildlife conservation efforts.

9:00-10:00 Wednesday & Friday.

Behind the Scenes Tour: Spirit Collection

Go behind the scenes with our science educators for a look at the Museum’s fascinating zoology collection preserved. As we explore some of the Darwin Centre’s 27 kilometers of shelves, you’ll encounter treasures hidden among the 22 million animal specimens (标本)housed here.

14:00-15:00 Monday closed.

History of the Natural History Museum Tour

With stories stretching from Waterhouse to Darwin, you’ll get to journey through time and discover more about how the incredible ‘Cathedral of Nature’ became world-famous. What’s more, once the tour is finished, you will have the opportunity to visit the whole Museum at your own pace, newly equipped with your behind-the-scenes knowledge.

14:00-15:00 Monday to Friday.

1. What can you do on Behind the Lens Tour?

A．Tell stories about nature.

B．Dig into wildlife photography.

C．Discover tips to take photos.

D．Join in a group to protect wildlife.

2. Which tour can you take if you go to the museum on Monday afternoon?

A．Out of Hours Titano Tours.

B．Behind the Lens Tour.

C．Behind the Scenes Tour: Spirit Collection.

D．History of the Natural History Museum Tour.

3. In what column of the museum website could you find the text?

A．Shop.	B．Join and Support.
C．What’s on.	D．Membership.

10 . From a multi-day hike following the routes of a Japanese poet, to a classic climb in the Argentinian Lake District, there are thousands of incredible trails (小路) that allow us to get up close to nature.

Appalachian Trail, United States

Extending for 2,200 miles, the Appalachian Trail is listed as the longest hiking-only footpath in the world. It runs from Springier Mountain in Georgia to Mount Katahdin in Maine, passing through some of the most remote country in the United States. That means it’s a hard task, either for those with endless vacation allowance, or walkers looking to do a small piece of a classic route.

The Basho Wayfarer, Japan

This self-guided trip follows a route taken by the poet Matsuo Basho over 300 years ago. The six-day hike starts in Sendai and works its way through the northern Tohoku region, passing through the UNESCO World Heritage (遗产)Site of Hiraizumi and along the ancient Dewa Kaido path. With its beech and cherry forests, it finishes at the temple of Yamadera.

Mount Toubkal, Morocco

The path upwards rises from the village of Imlil, passing over a dry river bed before rising sharply through a temple and on towards a large mountain cottage. After overnight here, hikers set off up the snowfield to the peak, where the Atlas Mountains open out and the views are breathtaking. A local guide and muleteers for carrying luggage are a must.

The Dingle Way, Ireland

It is a ring-like path that offers the best way to get under the skin of wild County Kerry in Ireland’s south west. Starting in the town of Tralee, the clockwise path follows narrow roads, taking in the wide sweep of sand at Inch Strand, passing along the clifftops outside Dingle town and heading around the edge of Mount Brardon, the highest peak on the Dingle Peninsula.

1. What do we know about the Basho Wayfarer?

A．It offers no guide service.	B．It was built by a poet.
C．It ends in the northern Tohoku region.	D．It is on the world heritage list.

2. Where can hikers enjoy a good view of snow?

A．Appalachian Trail.	B．The Basho Wayfarer.
C．Mount Toubkal.	D．The Dingle Way.

3. What is special about the Dingle Way?

A．It follows a circle path.	B．It is the longest in the world.
C．It finishes at Mount Brandon.	D．It reaches the highest peak in Ireland.