1 . The British Museum is filled with some of the world’s most famous historical items. If you love history, it’s a good place to visit. It is said to be the top museum in London. The museum has millions of objects, making you worry about your first visit.
Advice on your visit
If you need help in exploring the museum’s displays, about 80,000 objects from a total collection of 8 million items, try joining a guided tour. There are various free tours. You can also rent audio guides.
Ticket information
Entry to the museum is free, but access to some exhibitions will charge you. The museum limits the number of people in the museum to ensure there’s room for you to safely enjoy your visit. You’re advised to book a free ticket to guarantee the entry. Self-led groups of 10 or more people will need to book a group ticket. School groups should contact the box office to book their visit to the museum.
Opening times
Daily: from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Fridays: 8:30 pm)
Last entry: 4:00 pm (Fridays: 7:30 pm)
The museum is closed from 24 December to 26 December.
Cafes and restaurants
Court Cafés: from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Great Court Restaurant: from 11:30 am to 5:00 pm
Transport
Bicycle racks are available inside the gates of the main entrance on Great Russell Street. If you’re planning to visit by car, please be aware that the museum doesn’t offer parking facilities. There is a taxi rank on Great Russell Street at the museum’s main gates. Going to the museum by bus or subway is very convenient, which can be your first choice.
For more information, visit the British Museum’s website.
1. What may trouble you when initially visiting the museum?| A．Free access. | B．Abundant collection. |
| C．Beautiful architecture. | D．Breathtaking sculpture. |
| A．4:00 pm. | B．5:00 pm. | C．8:30 pm. | D．10:00 pm. |
| A．The bike. | B．The bus. | C．The subway. | D．The car. |
2 . Traveling can be expensive. But there are some ways to save money when traveling. Try some of the advice below on your next vacation and your wallet will thank you.
Look for city tourism cards. With the card, you can pay less at restaurants and shops. You don’t have to wait for a long time at busy attractions. You might even get free tickets to top tourist attractions. City tourism cards can save your money and time without question.
Don’t get the best room. How long will you stay in your room? Will you just be sleeping there? Do you really need a bigger room with a good view (景色)?
Find a hotel outside a city. It can help you save some money by choosing a hotel away from big tourist attractions, for you are always doing the same — go to the attractions and then return to your hotel to sleep.
Book (预订) a room with a kitchen. Although some people might not like to cook while on vacation, I don’t mind making breakfast in my room. We always eat at a nice restaurant on our last night of the vacation. I’d rather eat breakfast and lunch at the hotel and then spend much money on a delicious supper.
1. With ________, you can pay less at restaurants and shops.| A．ID cards | B．tourism cards | C．bank cards | D．phone cards |
| A．旅游方式 | B．旅游设施 | C．旅游手册 | D．旅游景点 |
| A．How to save money when traveling. |
| B．How to get a tourism card. |
| C．How to find a hotel outside a city. |
| D．How to book a room on the Internet. |
3 . Camping tips: Which overnight wilderness experience is right for you?
If you’re an experienced backpacker, read no further. This article is for camping rookies, those who have never slept beneath the stars or haven’t pitched a tent since their youth but are seriously thinking about overnighting in the wilderness.
Car camping
At its most basic, car camping involves packing a tent, sleeping bag, fold-up chair, cooler and camp stove into your vehicle and staying at a drive-up campground. Nearly every national park, and many state and county parks and private facilities, offer drive-up campgrounds with restrooms, potable water, fire rings or pits, and maybe even hot showers. So there are lots of choices.
The downside of car camping is the fact that these campgrounds are often packed with other campers. Not a lot of privacy, they can be noisy, and possibly hinder your quest of communing with nature.
Backpacking
No vehicle required; just your feet and a good pair of hiking boots or shoes to get you to the next overnight spot. A multi-day hiking trip is without doubt the most immersive way to experience the great outdoors.
Different from maybe car camping, it requires the least expense and equipment. All you really need are a backpack, sleeping bag, water bottle, small first-aid kit, enough food to last the entire travel. It can be done just about anywhere on the planet.
Boat Camping
While this does involve owning or renting a watercraft or using a ferry or water taxi service to reach the overnight site, camping via canoe, kayak, raft or boat offers a similar get-away-from-it-all adventure as backpacking.
Experienced paddlers and boaters usually prefer to camp on their own along a secluded shoreline. But many adventure or wilderness outfitters offer guided trips that can last anywhere from a couple of days to two or three weeks. With a boat, you can sometimes camp places that not even backpackers can reach.
1. Who are the intended readers?| A．Red-blooded males | B．White-collar staff |
| C．Blue-blooded tourists | D．Green-hand campers |
| A．Backpacking allows you to communicate with nature deeply. |
| B．Car camping is the most economic way to experience nature. |
| C．The drive-up campgrounds provide people with private environment. |
| D．Boat camping offers the same adventures as backpacking. |
| A．Feature | B．Style | C．Travel | D．Entertainment |
4 . Autumn is the best season to travel in Xinjiang. I promise the tour won’t disappoint you! Here is the schedule (日程). Please have a look.
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| Day 1（cloudy） | ●Arrive in Urumqi and check in at the hotel. ●Visit the International Grand Bazaar (大巴扎). ●Climb the Red Hill. ●Have dinner at Silk Road Restaurant. |
| Day 2（rainy） | Remember to take umbrellas. ●Go to Fukang and visit the Tianchi Lake. ●Go to a hot spring in Wujiang Hotel. |
| Day 3（windy） | Remember to prepare sweaters and jeans. ●Fly to the city of Altay. ●Go to Keketuohai. ●Fly back to Urumgi the next day. |
| Day 4（sunny） | Remember to wear shorts and T-shirts. ●Go to the city of Turpan. ●Visit the Flaming (火焰) Mountain. ●Go to the Grape Valley (谷) and pick up grapes. ●End of your tour and go back to Urumqi. |
| A．cloudy | B．rainy | C．windy | D．sunny |
| A．umbrellas | B．sweaters | C．shorts | D．T-shirts |
| A．have dinner at Silk Road Restaurant | B．go to the Grape Valley |
| C．visit the Flaming Mountain | D．pick up grapes |
5 . Bike Rental & Guided Tours
Are you looking for a fun and eco-friendly way to explore the city? Look no further than Bike Rental & Guided Tours! We offer bike rentals and guided tours for individuals and groups of all ages.
Bike Rentals:
Our bike rental service is perfect for those who want to explore the city at their own pace. We have a wide range of bikes available, including mountain bikes, city bikes, and electric bikes. All of our bikes are well-maintained and equipped with safety features such as lights and helmets.
Guided Tours:
Our knowledgeable and friendly tour guides will take you to share interesting facts and stories along the way. You can choose from a variety of themed tours, such as the Historical Landmarks Tour, the Cultural Heritage Tour, or the Food and Market Tour. Our guided tours are not only educational but also a great way to meet fellow travelers and make new friends.
Booking Information:
To rent a bike or join a guided tour, simply visit our website or give us a call. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons. Our staff will assist you in choosing the right bike or tour package based on your preferences and needs. We also offer special discounts for students and group bookings.
Safety First:
At Bike Rental & Guided Tours, your safety is our top priority. We provide safety instructions and guidelines before each rental or tour. It is important to follow traffic rules and wear protective gear while riding. Our guides are trained in first aid and will be there to assist you in case of any emergencies.
So why wait? Grab a bike or join a guided tour. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in a whole new way.
1. Who is the passage intended for?| A．People who want to explore the city in an environment-friendly way. |
| B．People who want to explore the city at a fast pace. |
| C．People who are very familiar with the city. |
| D．People who are not good at riding bicycles. |
| A．By visiting their office or sending them an email. |
| B．By visiting their website or giving them a call. |
| C．By visiting their website or sending them an email. |
| D．By visiting their office or giving them a call. |
| A．Making money. |
| B．Providing quality service. |
| C．Providing safety instructions and guidelines. |
| D．Providing discounts for students and group bookings. |
6 . Four Wonderful Places To Watch The Stars
When searching for tourist destinations, are you always spending a lot of time making decisions? These four wonderful places across the US have the darkest night skies for you to view stars.
Homer Glen, Illinois
Homer Glen is a designated (指定的) Dark Sky Community and now another opportunity for people in Chicago and other Midwesterners to see the Milky Way (银河). While the city is larger than other similar sites, with around 25,000 people, it manages to reduce light pollution to provide a good environment for better night sky viewing.
Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota
Minnesota, the land with over 14,000 lakes, is home to this water-based national park. A daytime visit can be spent hiking the roads and doing activities on the water like boating and fishing, but a nighttime stay is a must to view the bright starry skies.
Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve, Idaho
Idaho is America’s first International Dark Sky Reserve. The designation, built in 2017, is a result of nearly twenty years of local efforts to reduce light pollution in the area. In the summer, the reserve offers hiking, biking, fishing, and camping. And in the winter, visitors can ski and go to the mountains.
Great Sand Dunes (沙丘) National Park and Preserve, Colorado
This Colorado national park is home to the tallest sand dunes in North America with some rising over 700 feet tall and offers daytime activities like sand boarding, and horse riding. At night, the dunes become an important place to see a clear view of the Milky Way.
1. What makes Homer Glen a good place to watch the stars?| A．Its rising dunes. | B．Its large population. | C．Its colorful activities. | D．Its good environment. |
| A．In Homer Glen, Illinois. |
| B．At Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota. |
| C．At Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve, Idaho. |
| D．At Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, Colorado. |
| A．In a travel guide. | B．In an art magazine. |
| C．In an environmental report. | D．In a historical novel. |
7 . Where can you find a nice place to relax on holiday for both you and your children? Well, I suggest you try the beautiful and green Isle of Wight (IOW) .The Isle of Wight is one of the main tourist attractions. Here is some information on a few of the attractions on the IOW.
Dinosaur Isle
It is located in Sandown, a seaside town on the southeast coast. It’s a large, lovely museum, both fun and educational. Here you can see a large fossil collection of all kinds of dinosaurs, as well as a gift shop. You can walk into the past and then the future, learning about the history and the development of the civilization of dinosaurs that lived 120 million years ago.
Robin Hill Country Park
The park is in the beautiful countryside, and is suitable for children’s parties and games. It has five new gardens, and offers great opportunities to see and take pictures of the rare red squirrels.
The West of the Wight
Here we have the Marine Aquarium, the Archaeology Exhibition and the Model Railway. They offer another opportunity to combine entertainment with learning. This is a great place to see ancient boats crossing the narrow strait between the island and the mainland.
The Wight Bus Museum
This museum is run completely by unpaid volunteers. It has a bus collection stored in what was once a warehouse (仓库). Most of the buses in the museum date back to around the 1910’s.
With all of these choices, what are you waiting for? IOW Tourism welcomes you!
1. Where can you visit the dinosaur museum?| A．In a seaside town. | B．In the west of the isle. |
| C．In the beautiful countryside. | D．On the northeast coast. |
| A．Dinosaur Isle and Robin Hill Country Park. |
| B．The Wight Bus Museum and Robin Hill Country Park. |
| C．Dinosaur Isle and the West of the Wight. |
| D．The Wight Bus Museum and the West of the Wight. |
| A．on Dinosaur Isle we can learn about all kinds of animals |
| B．those running the Wight Bus Museum work for free |
| C．there are five new gardens on Dinosaur Isle |
| D．the Wight Bus Museum can be visited free of charge |
| A．advise readers how to relax on holidays |
| B．show the development of tourism on the IOW |
| C．attract readers to come to the IOW |
| D．tell readers what is worth visiting |
| A．film advertisement | B．science journal |
| C．book review | D．travel magazine |
8 . Welcome to Adventureland!
Everyone loves Adventureland! The Parks and Exhibitions were built for you to explore (探索), enjoy, and admire their wonders. Every visit will be an unforgettable experience. You will go away enriched, longing to come back. What are you going to do this time?
The Travel Pavilion
Explore places you have never been to before, and experience different ways of life. Visit the Amazon jungle (丛林) village, the Turkish market, the Tai floating market, the Berber mountain house and others. Talk to the people there who will tell you about their lives, and things they make. You can try making a carpet, making nets, fishing...
The Future Tower
This exhibition shows how progress will touch our lives. It allows us to look into the future and explore the cities of the next century and the way we’ll be living then. Spend some time in our space station and climb into our simulator (模拟装置) for the Journey to Mars.
The Nature Park
This is not really one park but several. In the Safari Park you can drive among African animals in one of our Range Cruisers: see lions, giraffes, elephants in the wild. Move on to the Ocean Park to watch the dolphins and whales. And then there is still the Aviary to see ...
The Pyramid
This is the center of Adventureland. Run out of film, need some postcards and souvenirs? For all these things and many more, visit our underground shopping center. Come here for information and ideas too.
1. Where is the text probably taken from?| A．A textbook. | B．A fashion magazine. |
| C．A science report. | D．A travel advertisement. |
| A．Watch dolphins and whales. | B．Send postcards |
| C．Travel to Mars. | D．Making nets. |
| A．The Future Tower. | B．The Nature Park. |
| C．The Pyramid. | D．The Travel Pavilion. |
9 . Chinatown, lying in Downtown L.A. near the city’s cultural center, is one of L.A.’s most popular tourist destinations.
I had been heading to Chinatown for about 6 years to hang out until 2012, when I became a member of the neighborhood. After moving in, I started to explore every corner of this amazing place.
A MECCA FOR FOOD
In Chinatown, a mix of new and old restaurants meets everyone’s needs. You can find dim sum at Ocean Seafood and tasty banh mi at Golden Lake Eatery. The cuisine in Chinatown goes beyond Asian food. People are still lining up for fried chicken at Howlin’ Ray’s.
Early birds should stop by Philippe The Original, a local restaurant that’s beloved for French Dip sandwiches, but also serves a good classic American breakfast. Night owls will want to head to Full House Seafood on Hill Street, which is open late into the night.
CHINESE AMERICAN MUSEUM
Food is far from the only reason to visit Chinatown. People interested in history will want to start their trip at the Chinese American Museum (CAM), lying just outside of Chinatown at El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument. The museum is housed in the Garnier Building, the oldest surviving Chinese building in a major area of California.
CENTRAL PLAZA
A big statue of Bruce Lee has become a must-photograph site in Chinatown’s Central Plaza. The late martial arts star once had a studio in Chinatown at 628 W.College St.
Nearby is Dragon Chasing Pearl, which was originally painted on the wall in 1941 by Tyrus Wong. The artist, who passed away in December 2016 at age 106, was famous for his work in films, particularly as the lead artist on Disney’s Bambi.
1. Which of the following serves both French and American food early in the morning?| A．Ocean Seafood. | B．Golden Lake Eatery. |
| C．Full House Seafood. | D．Philippe The Original. |
| A．It has big attraction for history-lovers. |
| B．It stands near the famous Garnier Building. |
| C．It is situated in the center of Chinatown. |
| D．It is the oldest museum in California. |
| A．Watch Disney films like Bambi. |
| B．Take pictures with martial arts stars. |
| C．Admire Tyrus Wong’s artwork. |
| D．Visit Bruce Lee’s house at 628 W. College St. |
10 . The first and only emergency hiking shelter in Golden Ears Provincial Park celebrated its 20th anniversary (周年纪念日) this summer, after helping countless people over the past two decades when they’ve found themselves in trouble near the peak.
At a height of over l,500 meters, Golden Ears is home to some unpredictable weather. According to a 2020 global study, more than 20 percent of hiking accidents happen partially due to poor weather conditions.
The weather became such a problem that Ron Paley, former trail-master for Golden Ears Trail Preservation and Restoration Club, was personally involved in multiple rescues while preparing the future construction site.
“One involved a couple of guys hiking, one of whom hurt his ankle. His friend tried carrying him down the mountain, but it’s hard enough hiking that mountain alone, so there was no way he would have made it while giving a piggyback ride to someone else,” Paley said.
Since the structure was completed on Oct. 1, 2002, many people have visited it — whether for emergency or personal use.
Rick Laing, spokesperson for the Ridge Meadows Search and Rescue, emphasizes that this long-standing shelter is designed to be used in only extreme cases.
“But, a lot of people seem to use it as a destination instead of for emergencies,” Laing said.
The tough conditions of Golden Ears make it likely that many more of the nearly 1 million people who visit the park each year will need to seek out this shelter in the future.
“I’ve done the Grand Canyon and it’s easier than Golden Ears,” Paley said.
It’s because of this challenging terrain (地形) that completing the emergency shelter took more than two weeks and $50,000. But according to Paley, he looks back on the challenge fondly.
“If this shelter has saved even one life, it’s worth it.”
1. What led to the construction of the shelter in Golden Ears?| A．Its great height. | B．Hikers’ requests. |
| C．Sudden weather changes there. | D．Frequent hiking accidents there. |
| A．He lost his life in the park. | B．He was saved by Ron Paley. |
| C．He had hiked that mountain alone. | D．He was carried down the mountain by his friend. |
| A．Unfavorable. | B．Tolerant. | C．Uncaring. | D．Approving. |
| A．To imply the importance of Golden Ears. |
| B．To reveal Golden Ears’ remote location. |
| C．To show the tough conditions of Golden Ears. |
| D．To suggest Golden Ears’ growing popularity. |
