1. Why did the speaker go to the rainforest?
A.To do research for his degree. |
B.To enjoy the beauties of nature. |
C.To learn survival skills in the forest. |
A.The village. | B.The trees and birds. | C.The colors and sounds. |
A.He collected a few plants. |
B.He went on a hunting trip. |
C.He learned some dances. |
1. How long has the woman traveled?
A.For half a year. | B.For one year. | C.For two years. |
A.Asia. | B.Australia. | C.South America. |
A.Her arm was hurt. | B.Her father fell ill. | C.Her money was stolen. |
3 . Some places are to be appreciated and visited during the winter months, with fresh layers of snow transforming already beautiful landscapes into wonderlands. Read on to discover these winter resorts around the world that are enough to wake you up.
Gullfoss Waterfall, Iceland
The falls are especially impressive in winter. It has two impressive layers, reaching up to 36 feet and 69 feet, and it’s quite dramatic to see the golden light reflected off its steep water at sunset. If you want to catch a sight of the polar lights on your trip, you can also see it from September to mid-April in Iceland.
Tromso, Norway
Tromso is a charming fishing village and energetic university town. Located on the Norwegian Sea off the northern coast of Norway, Tromso is particularly suitable for winter holidays as it is a popular gateway to the Arctic Circle. Surrounded by picturesque glaciers (冰川), the winter landscape of this region is unforgettable. You can also take part in many guided tours designed around the local Sami culture and maritime history.
Banff National Park, Canada
As Canada’s first national park, Banff National Park offers excellent views of the snow- covered Canadian Rockies. Located about two hours’drive from Calgary, the park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with cross-country skiing opportunities.
Crater Lake National Park, United States
Crater Lake National Park, about a four-hour drive south of Portland, Oregon, is especially notable during the winter when the volcano lake is covered in snow. Crater Lake was formed as a result of a volcanic eruption some 7,700 years ago and is now a must-see for travelers seeking natural experiences, such as camping and cross-country skiing.
1. Where will you go if you are interested in Sami culture?A.Gullfoss Waterfall. | B.Banff National Park. |
C.Tromso. | D.Crater Lake National Park. |
A.They feature the polar lights. | B.They offer cross-country skiing. |
C.They are formed by volcanic eruptions. | D.They are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. |
A.To share winter travel tips. | B.To ask us to enjoy delights of nature. |
C.To persuade people to come to Iceland. | D.To recommend winter tourist attractions. |
Stepping outside the railway station early
Yet, the breath taking beauty
After 1966, the year of the worst flooding in Venice’s history, the Italian Government started a project to save the city.
But Venice still needs attentive care. The city remains threatened on several fronts—mass tourism, the possible damage of city development
1. What was the ranking (排名) of Xi’an in the report?
A.Ninth. | B.Tenth. | C.Eleventh. |
A.Some Chinese media platforms (媒体平台). |
B.All the international social media platforms. |
C.Thousands of overseas media platforms. |
A.The Chinese ancient military (军队). |
B.Food around the world. |
C.The ancient Chinese temple (庙宇) style. |
A.Over 12%. | B.Nearly 10%. | C.Less than 5%. |
1. How does the man feel about his work?
A.Interested. | B.Bored. | C.Stressed. |
A.To Sudan. | B.To Egypt. | C.To France. |
A.Work. | B.Shopping. | C.A holiday. |
A.In a hotel. | B.In a sleeping bag. | C.In a guesthouse. |
7 . Galapagos Islands: Paradise for Animals
A trip to the Galapagos Islands will be the journey of your lifetime. The Islands are a group of 12 volcanic islands and numerous islets and rocks, off the Pacific coast of Ecuador. The area of the islands is 3,086 square miles, consisting of 13 major islands, of which 5 are inhabited. The islands are hilly, rising to a height of 5,000 feet. Even though the Galapagos Islands were formed about 4 to 5 million years ago, volcanoes are still active.
The islands have been known by many different names, including the “Enchanted Islands” because of the way in which the strong and swift currents make navigation difficult. Legend has it that there are sea monsters living on the islands. They control the sea. The islands are also named Giant Land Tortoises for those giant tortoises that live there.
The Island s interesting volcanic geology, as well as its rich plants and animals have been admired and studied by numerous travelers, scientists, and naturelovers. Scientists are still faced with a mystery how such a large diversity of species could develop in a remote location like the Galapagos Islands.
Galapagos has been called “a living museum and showcase of evolution”. The Islands are famous for their unique species, which are not found elsewhere. Best known are the huge tortoise and some species of lizards.The animals on the islands influenced British nature scientist Charles Darwin’ s ideas about evolution. He visited the islands in 1830. It was here that he made the major part of his observation that led to his theories on evolution and The Origin of Species. Many scientists have since carried out research on the islands.
The Galapagos Islands are ideal for adventure activities, whether your favorite adventures are snorkeling, kayaking, hiking or others, the Galapagos has activities for everyone.
1. From the first paragraph we know that ________.A.the Galapagos Islands are volcanic islands |
B.the Galapagos Islands are situated on the east of Ecuador |
C.the Galapagos Islands are deserted islands |
D.volcanoes on these islands are dead ones |
A.unique landscapes |
B.diversity of plants and animals |
C.difficult navigation due to the strong currents |
D.legend about the sea monsters |
A.tell readers Darwin once lived on Galapagos |
B.show the importance of Galapagos to evolution |
C.suggest that these islands have a long history |
D.show there is a variety of species on these islands |
A.the volcanic geology |
B.the highly diverse wildlife |
C.the birthplace of evolution |
D.the different names |
1. What does the speaker remind the listeners to do?
A.Buy some photos first. | B.Avoid taking pictures. | C.Follow him into the gate. |
A.On the left. | B.On the right. | C.Around the corner. |
A.An actor. | B.A basketball player. | C.A baseball player. |
A.James Dean’s. | B.Joe Di Maggio’s. | C.Arnold Schwarzenegger’s. |
1. What do we know about Kemp Town Beach?
A.It is known for its coastal walks. |
B.It is near the man’s home. |
C.The water there is clean. |
A.Canvey Island Beach. | B.Kemp Town Beach. | C.Birling Gap Beach. |
A.By car. | B.By taxi. | C.By train. |
1. How does the man want his eggs?
A.Totally raw. | B.A little soft. | C.Very solid. |
A.Britain. | B.France. | C.Denmark. |
A.For pleasure. | B.For work. | C.For family. |