| A．A year. | B．2 days. | C．6 months |
1. What is the weather like?
| A．Snowy. | B．Sunny. | C．Windy. |
| A．In a shop. | B．On an island. | C．On a boat. |
3 . Edinburgh is the world’s “festival city”. The city holds 12 festivals throughout the year, half of which are celebrated during the months of July and August. Hundreds of thousands of people visit the Scottish(苏格兰的)capital during that time. Here are some of the events they can enjoy.
The Edinburgh International Festival
This is the original(最初的)Edinburgh festival, which began in 1947. Actors, musicians, dancers and opera singers from all over the world perform for large audiences(观众). You need tickets for most of the festival’s events, which take place in theaters around the city.
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
This is the largest art festival in the world, with thousands of performances. Anyone can perform at the festival. Over 20,000 artists can take part. Go to the Royal Mile, one of Edinburgh’s main streets, to watch performers such as magicians, acrobats(杂技演员)and comedians. However, it can get very busy, as thousands of tourists and local(当地的)people fill the city streets to enjoy the shows.
The Edinburgh International Book Festival
The largest book festival in the world began in 1983 and takes place every year in Charlotte Square Gardens in the center of Edinburgh. There are over 700 events for children and adults. You can meet many authors, talk to them, ask them to sign a book or listen to them talk about their stories.
The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival
Music lovers come to this festival to enjoy musical performances all over the city. Artists perform street theater, dance and circus(马戏)shows in amazing costumes(戏装). Everyone can enjoy the music and dance performances.
1. In which season are half of the festivals in Edinburgh？| A．Spring. | B．Summer. | C．Autumn. | D．Winter. |
| A．For 76 years. | B．For 82 years. | C．For 71 years. | D．For 81 years. |
| A．Edinburgh is an important city in Scotland. |
| B．You need tickets for all the festival events. |
| C．Over 20, 000 artists take part in the music Festival. |
| D．The Edinburgh International Book Festival takes place every 2 years. |
| A．The Edinburgh International Festival. |
| B．The Edinburgh International Book Festival. |
| C．The Edinburgh Festival Fringe. |
| D．The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival |
| A．In a travel guide. | B．In a novel. | C．In a textbook. | D．In a newspaper. |
4 . There are many heritage sites in the world. The following are four sites in UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
Dinosaur Provincial Park, Canada
The park is best known for its extensive fossil (化石) beds, within which 35 species of dinosaurs from about 100 to 65 million years ago have been identified. There are also fossilized remains of fish, reptiles, and amphibians. The area was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979.
Salonga National Park, Congo
This is the largest tropical rainforest reserve in Congo, covering about 36, 000km. The park was established in 1970. The thick forest provides habitats for various animals like parrots, elephants and monkeys. Park visitors observe the animals from motorized riverboats. The park was entered into the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1984.
Hadrian’s Wall, Britain
This is a Roman barrier that guarded the border of Britain. Hadrian, the Roman emperor from 117 CE to 138 CE, went to Britain in 122 CE and was the first to build a wall, 73 miles long, to separate the Romans from the barbarians. There was no intention of fighting from the wall top; the soldiers there were trained to encounter the enemy in the open. In 1987, Hadrian’s Wall was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.
Easter Island, Chile
This place is famous for its huge stone statues. The first European visitors, the Dutch, named it Easter Island in memory of their day of arrival. The small and hilly island was formed by volcanoes. Easter Island was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1995.
1. Which was first listed as a UNESCO World Heritage?| A．Dinosaur Provincial Park, Canada | B．Salonga National Park, Congo |
| C．Hadrian’s Wall, Britain | D．Easter Island, Chile |
| A．To defend against the Romans. | B．To honor the British soldiers. |
| C．To protect the Romans from attack. | D．To keep watch on the wall top. |
| A．Easter Island. | B．Dinosaur Provincial Park. |
| C．Hadrian’s Wall. | D．Salonga National Park. |
5 . Philadelphia offers a ton of attractions that are suitable for people of every age and here are some family-friendly attractions.
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Spruce Street Harbor Park, one of the best urban beaches in America, is an outdoor heaven on the Delaware River water front. Visitors can relax in a hammock, play on the playgrounds, and play games like table tennis and giant chess. Don’t miss out on the park at night when colorful LED lights hanging from tree tops make the entire area bright.
Blue Cross River Rink
Offering ice skating in the winter and roller skating in the summer, Blue Cross River Rink creates a fun, outdoor experience for the whole family. Visitors can play on the nine-hole mini-golf course during the summer, and enjoy eats and drinks from the on-site (现场的) bar and restaurant all year round.
Sesame Place
Big Bird, Elmo and the other stars of Sesame Street come out and play at Sesame Place, the only theme park in the nation starring the popular TV show’s most lovable characters. A water park, interactive activities, parades, fireworks and shows add to the fun.
Once Upon a Nation Storytelling Benches
On summer days, uniformed and professional storytellers at 13 storytelling benches throughout Philadelphia’s Historic District entertain visitors with true, free, three-to-five minute tales about the colonial (殖民的) era as part of Once Upon a Nation. Children can pick up a Story Flag at any storytelling bench, and then collect a star from every storyteller on their journeys. Flags with all the stars can get free rides on the Parx Liberty Carousel at Franklin Square.
1. Who would most probably go to Spruce Street Harbor Park?| A．People who are fond of colorful lights. |
| B．People who want to have a relaxing day. |
| C．People who have a preference for skating. |
| D．People who are interested in water activities. |
| A．Sesame Place. |
| B．Blue Cross River Rink. |
| C．The Parx Liberty Carousel. |
| D．Spruce Street Harbor Park. |
| A．It can be visited all year round. |
| B．It has educational significance. |
| C．It is available at a small charge. |
| D．It is aimed at serving the public. |
A short flight from Cusco
This four-day walking tour will take you on amazing
8 . BBC Cymru Wales Tours
Step into the future of broadcasting at BBC’s newest and most advanced studios at 3 Central Square, Cardiff, CF10 1FT.
Ever wondered how sound effects are added to your favourite podcasts (播客)? Or what it’s like to read the news? Join our friendly guides for an unusual tour of BBC Cymru Wales. Visit our television and radio studios to discover the secrets of making BBC programmes.
On your journey you will:
•Visit one of the largest BBC newsrooms, packed with cutting-edge (领先的) technology including AR, VR and robotic cameras.
•Take a glance at TV galleries and other broadcast facilities.
Information
Each walking tour will last approximately 90 minutes. As a live and working broadcast centre, no two tours are the same, so every visit will be unique.
For group bookings, or for specific access requirements, please call 029 2087 8444.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Tours are only suitable for children over 7 years.
All adult visitors attending tours must bring photo ID．Large bags and shopping bags are not allowed on the tour.
Bags will be searched, so to avoid delays we recommend visitors not bring large bags or unnecessary items.
Ticket prices:
Adult: £13.00
Family ticket (1 adult and up to 3 children or 2 adults and 2 children): £38.00
Student| Under 26: £10.00
Disabled person | Over 65: £12.00
Group 10+ tickets—Adults: £12.00
Group 10+ ticket—Students | Under 26: £9.00
Group 10+ tickets—Disabled people | Over 65: £11.00
1. What can visitors do at BBC Cymru Wales Tours?| A．Make BBC news programmes. |
| B．Admire gallery artworks. |
| C．Experience advanced technology. |
| D．Visit BBC’s smallest newsroom. |
| A．The tours are mostly the same. |
| B．Every tour lasts about an hour and a half. |
| C．The tours are designed for kids under 7. |
| D．The tours allow visitors to carry big bags. |
| A．£ 260.00. | B．£ 240.00. | C．£ 200.00. | D．£ l80.00. |
| A．029 2087 8444. | B．029 2087 8445. |
| C．029 2087 8454. | D．029 2078 8444. |
9 . The dream to travel the world has always been in the mind of many. The national geographic and Discovery Channel videos are just not enough. You can only feel the excitement of experiencing all those fascinating wildlife, countryside or adventure tourism documentaries by traveling the world. Here are the best destination countries based on safety, culture, ease of transportation, and accommodation for single travelers in 2018.
Bali Island, Indonesia
The cheapest of all countries to visit. Living in a comfortable room, having three meals a day and a few beers for only 25 dollars per day! Accommodation and goods are cheap everywhere, especially when you move further to the north.
Italy
Lined with olive trees, hilltop towns, and wonderful beaches, Italy is one of the most sought-after destinations; Not forgetting the wine and wine-cooked barbecues. All the cities of Italy are always full of tourists all year around.
Vietnam
Vietnam suburbs or the city of Hanoi is just where you need to be. Amazing landscapes, friendly locals, cheap food and affordable services, Cab services are a mere 10 dollars or less compared to cab services in the States which can get as high as 30 dollars for a couple of blocks away.
France
You don’t talk of France without mentioning Eiffel tower. At night, it gives the most incredible view of France. Avoid the long lines to the tower and book your trip earlier For Catholics or historians, the Notre Dame and its surroundings will attract you with its ancient mummified (制成木乃伊的) cats, while Les Invalides military museum has all types of the world war weapons.
1. Which country will probably be your choice if you like beaches?| A．Indonesia. | B．Vietnam. |
| C．France | D．Italy. |
| A．See mummified animals. | B．Appreciate splendid scenery. |
| C．Buy cheap things. | D．Have wine-cooked barbecues. |
| A．You can take a taxi at only 25 dollars in Vietnam. |
| B．You can see different kinds of weapons in France. |
| C．You can taste wine and barbecues from all over the world in Italy. |
| D．You can spend only 10 dollars to have a comfortable day in Indonesia. |
10 . Ecotourism(生态旅游): A Different Way to Travel
Are you attracted to obscure(偏远的)places? Do you prefer to vacation away from other tourists? Are you careful to take only memories and to leave only footprints? If you answered yes to more than one of these questions, you just might be an ecotourist.
Ecotourists are people who want to experience the unspoiled natural world and leave it that way when they return home. This trend started in the 1990s and ecotourism is now growing three times faster than the tourism industry at large. The Ecuador’s remote Amazon Basin(盆地) is contributing to that expansion, and it gives a snapshot of what ecotourism looks like.
At the Ecolodge, a small group of cabins(小屋) sits Kapawi Ecolodge in the middle of the Achuar people’s reserve(保护区) and is only reached by air. From here, visitors can explore parts of the Amazon rainforest seen by few outsiders. As they do local Achuar guides explain how the forest is like their supermarket, where they find food, clothing, medicine and tools. As a result, tourists learn to appreciate the local culture as well as the natural environment.
The owners of Kapawi pay monthly rent to the Achuar people, but they also train the community to run and manage the lodge. They have agreed on a plan to turn the operation over to the Achuar completely by 2011.The owners are working to make ecotourism benefit and empower the local people.
You probably won’t start your own ecolodge, but you can be an ecotourist if you follow these guidelines: Protect the environment; Support local businesses; Respect the local customs and traditions.
The world is full of fascinating places to visit. As an ecotourist, you can enjoy them yourself and make sure that they remain beautiful for future generations as well.
1. According to the text, the ecotourists should be________.| A．those who like to experience the easily-remembered natural environment |
| B．those who like to go to their travelling places by hiking |
| C．those who prefer an undamaged natural world and remain what it used to be |
| D．those who prefer unique natural environment of cultural relics |
| A．explore the Amazon rainforest |
| B．reach there by air |
| C．live in the Achuar reserve |
| D．see many travelers from outside |
| A．Idea. | B．Aim. |
| C．Adventure. | D．Opportunity. |
| A．the Kapawi Ecolodge will continue to run and manage the lodge after 2011 |
| B．the Kapawi Ecolodge owners are the Achuar in favor of ecotourism |
| C．the Achuar people have benefited a lot by collecting money from ecotourists |
| D．the owners of Kapawi encourage tourists to appreciate the Achuar culture |
