1 . The hardest thing about planning a big European vacation is actually narrowing down where to go—there are just so many amazing places. That's why we've put together what we think are the best cities in Europe.

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

Amsterdam is the kind of city that you can't help but fall in love with. It's the kind of place where you dream about moving and buying an apartment that overlooks (俯瞰) a peaceful river. It's relaxing and you get a sense that the locals have an amazing quality of free life. We love simply walking around the canals and exploring the city's neighborhoods.

BERLIN, GERMANY

Berlin is said to be “poor but charming” and we think that's a pretty good description. Actually, Berlin is becoming more expensive as its popularity grows, but it's still the top spot for Germany's artistic scene. Berlin isn't particularly pretty but it's an energetic city with cool people and cooler graffiti-covered (涂鸦) neighborhoods.

LISBON, PORTUGAL       

Lisbon is a hot destination and I doubt it will be quickly moving up in the ranks of Europe's most visited cities. Lisbon is a popular coastal city that's famous for its unique buildings and charming café culture. It's also very friendly on the wallet when compared to other Western European cities—food and lodging are both priced reasonably and attractions are about average.

FLORENCE, ITALY

Florence may be touristy but that’s no reason to ignore this birthplace of the Renaissance (文艺复兴). If you do your research, you can find plenty of excellent Italian restaurants and world-class ice cream. And, of course, the city is beautiful and home to top museums so it's a dream for art and history lovers.

1. Which city best suits people holidaying on the cheap?

A．BERLIN, GERMANY.	B．FLORENCE, ITALY.
C．LISBON, PORTUGAL.	D．AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS.

2. What do BERLIN and FLORENCE have in common?

A．They are famous for food.	B．They are attractive to artists.
C．They are cities of scenic beauty.	D．They are of political importance.

3. Where is the text probably from?

A．A news report.	B．A travel magazine.
C．A restaurant advertisement.	D．A science column.

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。

Mount Wuyi is the most outstanding area for biodiversity conservation in south-east China and a place for     1     large number of ancient, relict species, many of them unique     2    China. The breathtaking beauty of the gorges of the Nine Bend River, with its numerous temples, many now in ruins, provided the setting for the development and spread of Confucian- ism, which has been     3    (influence) in the cultures of East Asia since the 11th century. Mount Wuyi was listed as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site in 1999 for     4    (it) rich culture for thousands of years, Danxia landform and a wide     5     (various) of animals and plants. Also, it     6     (announce) as the National AAAAA Tourist Area in 2007 and has long been an exciting place for beautiful sightseeing and summer resorts.

The natural landscape is combined with a strong humanistic and cultural atmosphere in Mount Wuyi.    7     (take) a bamboo raft and floating down the stream, visitors can enjoy the natural scenery of wonderful mountains and rivers, meet mysterious hanging coffins along the banks of the river,     8     admire the over 2000-year-old Han Dynasty ancient ruins and the academy     9     Zhuxi lectured for 10 years. As tea culture     10     (become) more and more popular in recent years, tea exploration is a reason for more and more people to visit Mount Wuyi.

3 . Mickey Mouse welcomed visitors to his new home in China on June 16, 2016 as Disney opened its first theme park in the country.

The park, located in the city of Shanghai, opened with fireworks.

Joe Schott, president and general manager of Shanghai Disney Resort, said, “I can promise you that there is still so much left to be revealed, and I cannot wait to share it all with you in the months and years to come.”

Tens of thousands streamed into Shanghai Disneyland for its debut(问世), an event that was nearly two decades in the making. The $ 5.5 billion resort(度假胜地) covers 963 acres, but Disney has already begun expansion.

Company officials said they tried to reflect Chinese preferences in the new park.

“We didn’t build Disneyland in China, we built China’s Disneyland,” said Bob Iger, Disney’s chairman.

There’s a traditional Chinese tea house featuring local food. The Lion King performed in Mandarin for the first time, features the Monkey King and characters dressed in Chinese opera garb(服装)to appeal to an Asian audience.

In the castle, guests not only walk through, as they do in other Disney parks, they can also eat and shop. When it was discovered that Chinese people didn’t have a favourite Disney princess, the company decided that the castle would feature all the princesses. Parks in California and France are based on the Sleeping Beauty story.

“The visitors can learn the princesses over time, and this gives them an opportunity to have an introduction to all of the princess stories,” said executive producer Ali Rubinstein.

However, China’s Disneyland sometimes are not closely related to China. Disney’s only animated film based on a Chinese story, Mulan, which tells the tale of a Chinese warrior woman, got neither its own ride nor stage show. The character appears only as a statue and afloat in the parade.

1. What’s Joe Schott’s attitude to Shanghai Disney Resort?

A．Disappointed.

B．Concerned.

C．Doubtful.

D．Confident.

2. What can be learned from what Bob said in paragraph 6?

A．They build the theme park in China.

B．The theme park belongs to China.

C．The theme park has Chinese elements.

D．The theme park has a long Chinese history.

3. Why does China’s Disneyland have all kinds of princesses?

A．Chinese people have no certain favourite Disney princess.

B．Chinese people don’t know any princess characters in Disney movies.

C．Chinese people believe “the more, the better”.

D．Parks in other countries are based on the Sleeping Beauty story.

4. What is the purpose of giving the Mulan example?

A．To show the Chinese character of Disneyland.

B．To show Mulan is an important part of Chinese culture.

C．To show China’s Disneyland has not reflected enough Chinese culture.

D．To show Disneyland has too few Chinese character films.

4 . During the latter half of the 20^th century, many people connected Belfast, Northern Ireland, with war. Actually, since the peace agreements were signed in 1998, the city Belfast has become a top tourist destination.

Belfast’s City Hall

Belfast’s City Hall, located in the center of the city, is a good place to begin touring. The splendid building, which opened in 1906, houses exhibits that are related to Belfast’s history and government. Outside, the gardens are full of impressive statues and memorials.

Botanic Gardens

Belfast Botanic Gardens started out as a private park in 1828 but opened to the public in 1895. Construction on the garden’s famous Palm House, a building of glass and iron, started in the 1830s. A wide variety of plants can be found there, including one that is over 400 years old.

Ulster Museum

The largest museum in Northern Ireland is Belfast’s splendid Ulster Museum. It has been called Northern Ireland’s treasure house of the past and present. From mummies to moon rocks, the museum possesses impressive art, natural science and history collections.

St. George’s Market

Award-winning St. George’s Market was built in the1890s and is Belfast’s last remaining market housed in a Victorian building. Visitors will find approximately 200 booths selling food, clothes, antiques, crafts and more. Go early for the market’s famous breakfast, and try a unique coffee or tea while listening to live music.

This is just a small taste of what Belfast has to offer. Everyone should take time to explore more in this beautiful city on the Lagan River.

1. Which place is worth visiting for students interested in varieties of plants?

A．Belfast’s City Hall	B．Ulster Museum
C．Botanic Gardens	D．St. George’s Market

2. What do Belfast City Hall and St. George’s Market have in common?

A．A large collection of treasures.

B．The live music and impressive statues.

C．Exhibits related to the history of Belfast.

D．The unique feature of the architecture itself.

3. What is the purpose of the passage?

A．To introduce some splendid buildings to us.

B．To attract us to a fantastic city as the destination.

C．To share the interesting travel experiences with us.

D．To advertise some special food and souvenirs to us.

5 . Apart from London’s centre, there are plenty of great attractions and places of interest on the suburbs of the city. Here are some of them.

Hounslow Urban Farm

Built over twenty years ago, the farm is a great place to take young children to get close to the animals. Cows, pigs, sheep and rabbits are among the residents on the farm, which is open throughout the week. There are fun activities every day, such as hunting, and horse riding. What we may not know is that the animals here can be adopted (领养).

Twickenham Stadium

This is the ground where the 2015 Rugby World Cup Final was played. Built in 1908, Twickenham Stadium is also the place for England to test its international team and the Six Nations. On non-match days,many people visit Twickenham Stadium to explore the World Rugby Museum inside. As well as being used for sporting events,many singers have held concerts here.

Legoland Windsor

Built in 1996 as a family theme park, the park is themed around the popular Lego (乐高) toy system. The park holds tiny views of famous British landmarks, including Big Ben, the London Eye, the Guildhall and the River Thames, all built with Lego blocks, making it Britain’s one of the most popular theme parks. Given the pricey admission, this is typically a good choice for those who are financially prepared.

Ham House

Ham House, an amazing ancient building, is a Grade I listed building which lies just to the south of Richmond beside the River Thames. Completed in 1610, it is surrounded by several parks and gardens, which can be explored by members of the public. The house contains plenty of period masterpieces, including furniture and artworks.

1. What can visitors do on Hounslow Urban Farm?

A．Apply for raising animals.	B．Watch some rare wildlife.
C．Join in some sports events.	D．Appreciate classic artworks.

2. What is the feature of Legoland Windsor?

A．It doesn’t open until weekends.	B．Its ticket may be a bit expensive.
C．Its visitors are mostly sports lovers.	D．It is near famous British landmarks.

3. Which is most likely to attract a historian?

A．Hounslow Urban Farm.	B．Twickenham Stadium.
C．Legoland Windsor.	D．Ham House.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where are the boys and the girls going to visit?

A．A book store.

B．A museum.

C．A shop.

2. What can they do on the third floor?

A．Look at some modern inventions.

B．Go to the cafe for a drink.

C．Read the invention stories.

3. When is the teacher looking forward to reading the reports about their visit?

A．Today.

B．Next Sunday.

C．Next Monday.

9 . There are some amazing places to visit across the world, so get ready to put clothes into a bag in preparation for a trip away from home.

Italy

Italy continues to delight and no matter how many times you may have visited, there’s always something new to uncover. Discover beautiful lakeside towns near Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake—it’s also the perfect base if you’re looking to take tours to the wonderful cities of Venice and Verona.

Spain

Whether it’s the wonderful Spanish weather you’re after, or to experience the country’s culture, cuisine (菜肴), art and history, there’s something for everyone in this fantastic place. There are also plenty of tours from Tenerife, with Mount Teide and the UNESCO World Heritage Site (联合国教科文组织世界遗产地) of San Cristeóbal de La Laguna in easy distance for a visit.

Portugal

From the noticeable city of Porto to the beautiful beaches of the Algarve, whether you want to enjoy culture or relaxation, you’ll find it all and more with a trip to Portugal. Holidays to the Algarve are some of the most popular in Europe and for good reason. It is an area full of fascinating culture and history, charming towns and villages and superb cuisine.

Malta

It is one of the smallest countries in the world, but Malta is a huge shock. With a fascinating mixture of history, culture, golden sandy beaches and wonderful weather, it’s a place just waiting to be explored.

1. What is special about Italy?

A．It has a long history.	B．There are golden sandy beaches.
C．It has fascinating culture and history.	D．There are many towns built near Lake Garda.

2. Which of the following country covers the least area?

A．Italy.

B．Spain.

C．Portugal.

D．Malta.

3. Who is the text intended for?

A．People who like to travel.	B．People who like to eat.
C．People who love animals.	D．People who walk on the beach.

10 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. How tall is the Burj Khalifa?

A．304 meters tall.

B．828 meters tall.

C．162 meters tall.

2. When was the Burj Khalifa officially opened?

A．In 2004.

B．In 2009.

C．In 2010.

3. Who designed the Burj Khalifa?

A．Bill Baker.

B．Adrian Smith.

C．Armani.

4. What will the speaker do next?

A．Take a break.

B．Go to another scenic spot.

C．Visit the inside of the Burj Khalifa.