1 . The garden city was largely the invention of Ebenezer Howard (1850-1928). After an unsuccessful attempt to make a living as a farmer, he moved to Chicago, where he saw the reconstruction of the city after the disastrous fire of 1871. In those days, it was nicknamed “the Garden City”, almost certainly the source of Howard’s name for his later building plan of towns. Howard developed his design in the 1880s and 1890s, drawing on ideas popular at the time, but creating a unique combination of designs.

The nineteenth-century poor city was a terrible place, dirty and crowded; but it offered economic and social opportunities. At the same time, the British countryside was in fact equally unattractive: Though it promised fresh air and nature, it suffered from agricultural depression (萧条) and it offered neither enough work and wages, nor much social life. Howard’s idea was that a group of people should set up a company, borrowing money to establish a garden city in the depressed countryside; far enough from existing cities to make sure that the land was bought at the bottom price.

Garden cities would provide a central public open space, radial avenues and connecting industries. They would be surrounded by a much larger area of green belt, containing not merely farms but also some industrial institutions. As more and more people moved in, the garden city would reach its planned limit; then, another would be started a short distance away. Thus, over time, there would develop a vast planned house collection, extending almost without limit; within it, each garden city would offer a wide range of jobs and services, but each would also be connected to the others by a rapid transportation system, thus giving all the economic and social opportunities of a big city.

1. How did Howard get the name for his building plan of garden cities?

A．By using the nickname of the reconstructed Chicago.

B．Through his observation of the country life.

C．Through the combination of different ideas.

D．By taking other people’s advice.

2. What does the underlined phrase “drawing on” in Paragraph 1 probably mean?

A．Making comments on.	B．Giving an explanation of.
C．Giving a description of.	D．Making use of.

3. What can we learn about garden cities from the last paragraph?

A．Each one would continue to become larger.

B．People would live and work in the same place.

C．Their number would continue to rise.

D．Each one would contain a certain type of business.

4. What could be the best title for the passage?

A．City and Countryside.	B．The Invention of the Garden City.
C．A New City in Chicago.	D．A Famous Garden City in England.

2 . Recently, a new kind of tourism has sprung (出现) up in China. Called “special forces (特种兵) style tourism”, this new kind of tourism is mainly about visiting many places of interest in a short period, most often on weekends. Most of these visitors are college students.

Yu Yinghua, a college student in Shanghai, is one of them. The 22-year-old started the “special forces style tourism” in March after she was attracted by such experiences of some travel bloggers. “After staying a long time at school, I’m hungry to take trips in my spare time,” said Yu, “Now it’s time! Spring has come and we can go out to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.”

Most of her trips were inspired by understanding from her daily life, such as a place mentioned in a chat with friends. “But making a plan spot in the city, she was able to find a lot of information and learn more about these sites. That would help her save time when traveling on-site and enjoy the sites better.”

Unlike Yu who traveled in nearby cities, Chen Junjun, a doctoral student in Shanghai likes to travel far to get rid of academic stress. In April, the 24-year-old took a two-day trip to Xi’an, Shaanxi province. During her trip, she visited all the scenic sites in the city. “With many academic responsibilities, such a trip can bring color to my life.” said Chen.

Even so, the 24-year-old added that such tourism is not suitable for everyone. Chen said that it’s labor-consuming (耗费体力的) as visitors have to visit as many sites as possible in a short period. To some degree such trips are not as flexible (灵活的) as days-long trips in which you can change your plan as you like. “Thus, a great deal of energy and a calm mind are needed for this kind of tourism,” said Chen.

1. What do we know about Yu Yinghua?

A．She was hungry in her travel.	B．She only visited one site in a trip.
C．She used to serve in special forces.	D．She made a travel plan in advance carefully.

2. Why does Chen Junjun choose special forces style tourism?

A．To use up her energy.	B．To paint some colorful drawings.
C．To reduce her study pressure.	D．To take some academic responsibilities.

3. Which of the following describes the feature of special forces style tourism?

A．Stressful.	B．Time-consuming.
C．Frightening.	D．Money-consuming.

4. Where is the text most probably taken from?

A．A travel guidebook.	B．A report on special forces.
C．A guidebook to a city.	D．An introduction to a travel style.

3 . Must-visit Attractions in Turin, Italy

Mole Antonelliana

The tall pointed structure of Mole Antonelliana is the highest point of the Turin skyline and a symbol of the city. It was built in148 and is now the National Museum of Cinema. But the real draw is the viewing platform at the top of the building, which offers amazing views of the city and mountains beyond.

Piazza Castello (卡斯特罗广场)

In the heart of the historic centre of Turin is Piazza Castello, which hosts two major Baroque structures—Palazzo Reale and Palazzo Madama (夫人宫). Palazzo Reale was originally built in the 16th century, and underwent modification in the late 17th century. Palazzo Madama dates from 1003 and is now home to the Museo Civico d’Arte Antica, which has a remarkable collection of paintings from the medieval, Renaissance and baroque periods.

Basilica di Superga (苏佩尔加大教堂)

The Basilica di Superga was built in the 18th century on the Superga hill with stunning views over the city and wider landscape. From here you can see peaks (顶峰) of the Alps such as Monviso and Doufour peak.

Parco del Valentino

Located on the west bank of the River Po that runs through the city, Parco del Valentino makes for lovely walks. The park is also home to the Castillo del Valentino—one of the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy.

1. What is the most attraction place in Mole Antonelliana?

A．The tall spire (尖顶) of Mole Antonelliana.

B．The viewing platform at the top.

C．The pinnacle (顶点) of the Turin skyline.

D．The National Museum of Cinema.

2. From where can you see the highest point of the Alps?

A．The top of Mole Antonelliana.	B．Palazzo Madama.
C．Basilica di Superga.	D．The Castello del Valentino.

3. Which of the following is a good place for a walk?

A．Palazzo Reale.	B．The Museo Civico d’Arte Antica.
C．The Superga hill.	D．Parco del Valentino.

7 . 阅读下列材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

The Great Wall, running for more than 20,000 kilometers, is a historical landmark with worldwide fame, but    1    (climb) it is hard. Everyone may have some knowledge of it more or less, while only a handful may have the skill to     2     (physical) participate in its restoration (修复).

However, a WeChat miniprogram, Great Wall E-tour, is allowing every enthusiast to be a hero in a virtual world, in     3    one not just visits the Great Wall, but also protects it. So far the program     4    (attract) considerable attention and got a large fan base. Around 50,000 high definition pictures of the Xipanjiakou site of the Great Wall are used to offer users a     5     (remark) experience.

Liu Yuzhu, head of the China Foundation for Cultural Heritage Conservation, says “We made documentaries and published animated books in the past. These are popular, but the Great Wall is     6     complex structure and deserves more attention. So we tried something new.” Liu also adds, “A series of     7     (program) like ours have been launched in China, with a combination     8    public education and restoration of relics through digitization.” The Great Wall     9     (list) as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 1987, the first of     10     (it) kind in China.

As a Chinese, I feel extremely proud.

9 . Shakespeare’s Globe Exhibition &Tour is a unique international resource to explore Shakespeare’s work. Open all year round, it gives you an opportunity to learn more about the most famous playwright (剧作家), Shakespeare, and helps you seek to further the experience and international understanding of him.

Group Visits-to-the Exhibition & Tour Opening Hours
Theatre Tours: Monday to Sunday 9: 30 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
Exhibition: Monday to Sunday 9:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.

Groups of 15 people or more are required to pre-book their visit, and each group will have its own tour guide. To make a reservation, please fill in a Group Request Form and return it to us via email.

Exhibition and Tour Prices
Adult: £ 15.00     Children (5-15): £8.00
Getting here: Shakespeare’s Globe 21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT, UK

We currently have enhanced security, with all bags being checked. Please arrive in good time, do not bring any large bags.

By car and taxi

Where possible, visitors are advised to arrive by public transport or by taxi. There is a car park on Thames Exchange on the north side of Southwark Bridge. Black cabs may be found all year round on Southwark Bridge. It may also be possible to pick one from outside the main foyer on New Globe Walk.

1. When can you pay a visit to the exhibition?

A．8:35 a.m. on Monday.	B．2:35 p.m. on Friday.
C．5:35 p.m. on Saturday.	D．4:35 p.m. on Sunday.

2. Which of the following applies to visitors?

A．They are required to deposit (寄存) their bags before entering.

B．They can park on the south side of Southwark Bridge.

C．Taxi services are accessible near Southwark Bridge.

D．It’s more convenient to drive there than taking public transport.

3. The passage is meant to        .

A．persuade readers to travel around London.

B．alert readers to the history of the unique international resource.

C．help inspire readers’ enthusiasm for Shakespeare’s classical works.

D．inform readers of information about the Shakespeare’s Globe Exhibition & Tour.

10 . The New York See It All Tour is exactly what it sounds like: an all-inclusive guided tour of New York City.

Central Park

One of the most famous parks in the world, Central Park is a man-made wonder. Not only is it the first public park built in America, but it is also one of the most frequently visited parks, with over 25 million guests per year. Set in the middle of busy Manhattan, its grounds serve as a safe harbor, not only for athletes, and musicians but also for lots of migratory birds each year. One can spend an entire peaceful day wandering its grounds, gazing upon nearly 50 fountains, monuments, and sculptures or admiring its 36 bridges.

Hudson River Park

Hudson River Park is a waterside park on the Hudson River that extends from 59th Street south to Battery Park in the New York City district of Manhattan. Bicycle and pedestrian paths, including the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway, span the park north to south, opening up the waterfront for the public to relax. The park includes tennis and soccer fields, children’s playground, dog run, and many other features.

Washington Square Park

Washington Square Park, located in the heart of Greenwich Village, is a very popular and often crowded square. People from all backgrounds gather to this large square dotted with trees.

Central Park Zoo

The Central Park Zoo is a small 6.5-acre zoo located on Central Park in New York City. The zoo began in the 1860s, making it the first official zoo to open in New York. The zoo was improved in 1934, with the addition of many new buildings ranged in a quadrangle around the sea lion pool. Finally, the zoo was repaired in the mid-1980s and reopened in 1988, replacing the old-fashioned cages with naturalistic environments.

1. What can we learn about Central Park?

A．It is the first public park built in the world.

B．It is a man-made park.

C．It especially attracts pedestrians and artists.

D．It was the most crowded park when first built.

2. Which park is located in the heart of Greenwich Village?

A．Central Park.	B．Central Park Zoo.
C．Washington Square Park.	D．Hudson River Park.

3. When was the first official zoo in New York repaired for the first time?

A．In the 1860s.	B．In 1934.
C．In 1988.	D．In the mid-1980s.