2 . India, as a country with plenty of resorts (旅游胜地), is popular with different kinds of travelers. If you’re planning to visit the country, the followings are the places that may interest you.

Delhi

Delhi is a perfect place for those who love history, and there are plenty of attractions here to keep tourists of all interests entertained. It’s often the first city that many tourists visit on a trip around India. There are many resorts including India Gate, the Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, and Humayun’s Tomb.

Agra

Agra is most well known for the Taj Mahal, which draws a large number of tourists to the city. Built in the 1600s, the Taj Mahal is still standing strong today and is admired by tourists as an important part of India’s heritage (遗产).

Kashmir

Kashmir is one of the most beautiful cities in India. With flower gardens, amazing water-falls, and snow-topped peaks, it’s a simply unforgettable place that tourists want to return to time and time again. Kashmir is especially popular with honeymooners and loved-up couples, because a lot of romantic trips are on sale in Kashmir.

Goa

Though Goa is small in size, it’s one of the top resorts for young tourists and those who love taking beach vacations. The golden sands and coconut palm trees are the charm (吸引力) here, and the sunrises and sunsets are so gorgeous that you’ll never forget them.

1. What do we know about Delhi from the text?

A．It is the highest city in India.

B．It is known for the Taj Mahal.

C．It is attractive to history lovers.

D．It is the coolest city in India.

2. What is the special part of Kashmir?

A．It is the smallest place.

B．It is the capital city of India.

C．It offers many tours attracting couples.

D．It drives young people crazy.

3. Where shall we head if we want to spend some days at the seaside?

A．Delhi.

B．Goa

C．Kashmir.

D．Agra.

3 . Heritage sites are universally considered as the places where you can learn about the history of human development and social evolution. Therefore, if you have a keen interest in meeting your curiosity about it, the following on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List will be a must-check list for you.

Dinosaur Provincial Park, Canada

The park is best known for its extensive fossil 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 reserve in Congo, covering more than 14,000 square miles. 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 river boats. The park was entered into the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1984.

Hadrian’s Wall, England

This is a Roman barrier that guarded the border of Britain. Hadrian (ruled 117-138 CE) went to Britain in 122 and was the first to build a wall, 80 miles long, to separate the Romans from the barbarians (野蛮人). 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. If you want to study fossils in college, which site would you like to visit?

A．Easter Island.	B．Dinosaur Provincial Park.
C．Hadrian’s Wall.	D．Salonga National Park.

2. When was Salonga National Park entered into the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites?

A．In 1995.

B．In 1979.

C．In 1987.

D．In 1984.

3. Which place is famous for its huge stone statues?

A．Easter Island.	B．Dinosaur Provincial Park.
C．Hadrian’s Wall.	D．Salonga National Park.

4 . Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.

I have travelled by myself many times but, on every occasion, there was someone to meet me at the other end of the journey. This time was different.

Last week I had a holiday from work, but    1    of my friends had the same week off. I decided that I still wanted to do something, so I booked a train ride to Toronto.

One week by myself. Would I be lonely? Quite the opposite. In fact, there are many benefits coming from traveling alone. Firstly, I was able to do whatever I wanted.     2     relying on someone else to suggest activities to do, I discovered my independence and developed map-reading skills that I didn’t know I had. I could get up and go to sleep when I wanted and I didn’t    3    wait for anyone else to shower and get ready every morning. Being in the safe environment of a hostel with like-minded travelers also offers a great opportunity to meet new people from all over the world,     4     can help combat loneliness.

In spite of the benefits, I found that there were also some disadvantages of travelling alone. I missed    5     (have) someone to talk to and to bounce ideas off. Experiences are often more enjoyable if they    6     (share), and part of the fun of travelling is the memories you have afterwards. Without a travel partner, I won’t be able to laugh about and remember my Toronto adventure with a friend or family member in the years    7     (come).

In addition, eating in a restaurant or cooking in the hostel was less fun    8    my own.

I am very proud of myself for travelling alone and I had a fantastic time in Toronto. However, in the future, I    9     (prefer) to travel with another person or in a small group. Who you travel with matters, though. I would rather    10     (do) it by myself than   go with someone who is lazy, difficult and argumentative.

5 . Yellowstone National Park offers a variety of ranger (护林员) programs throughout the park, and throughout the year. The following are descriptions of the ranger programs this summer.

Junior Ranger Wildlife Olympics (June 2 to September 1)

Kids can test their skills and compare their abilities to the animals of Yellowstone. Stay for as little or as long as your plans allow. Meet in front of the Visitor Education Center.

Experiencing Wildlife in Yellowstone (July 10 to September 1)

Whether you’re hiking a backcountry trail (小径), camping, or just enjoying the park’s amazing wildlife from the road, this quick workshop is for you and your family. Learn where to look for animals and how to safely enjoy your wildlife watching experience. Meet at the Canyon Village Store.

Photography Workshops (June 19 & July 10)

Improve your photography skills — join Yellowstone’s park photographer for a hands-on program to inspire new and creative ways of enjoying the beauty and wonder of Yellowstone.

6/19 — Waterfalls & Wide Angles: meet at Artist Point.

7/10 — Wildflowers & White Balance: meet at Washburn Trailhead in Chittenden parking area.

Canyon Talks at Artist Point (June 9 to September 2)

From a classic viewpoint, enjoy Lower Falls, the Yellowstone River, and the breathtaking colors of the canyon (峡谷) while learning about the area’s natural and human history. Discover why artists and photographers continue to be drawn to this special place. Meet on the lower platform at Artist Point on the South Rim Drive for this short talk.

1. Which of the four projects has the longest duration?

A．Photography Workshops.	B．Junior Ranger Wildlife Olympics.
C．Canyon Talks at Artist Point.	D．Experiencing Wildlife in Yellowstone.

2. What can you get by taking part in photography workshops?

A．Works of famous artists.	B．Protection of wild animals.
C．Photography skills.	D．History of the canyon area.

3. Where will the attendees meet for the Canyon Talks?

A．Artist Point.	B．Washburn Trailhead.
C．Visitor Education Center.	D．Canyon Village Store.

6 . My husband, our children and I have had wonderful camping experiences over the past ten years.

Some of our memories are ______, especially from the early years when our children were little. Once, we camped along Chalk Creek. I was worried that our 15-month-old boy would ______ the creek (小溪). I ______ a rope around his waist to keep him near to our spot. That ______ about ten minutes. He was uncomfortable, and his ______ let the whole campground know it. So instead of tying him up, I just kept a ______ eye on him. It worked — he didn’t ______ in the creek. My three-year-old, however, did.

Another time, we rented a ______ in Vallecito Lake. The sky was ______ when we headed off, but storms move in fast in the mountains, and this one quickly interrupted our ______ morning trip. The wind picked up and thunder rolled. My husband stopped fishing to start the ______. Nothing. He tried again. No luck. We were stuck in the middle of the ______with a dead motor. As we all sat there helplessly, a fisherman pulled up, ______ us a rope and towed (拖) us back. We were safe.

Now, every year when my husband pulls our camper out of the garage, we are filled with a ______ of excitement, wondering what camping fun and adventure we will ______ next.

1.

A．safe

B．funny

C．dull

D．disappointing

2.

A．drop down

B．run across

C．fall into

D．jump at

3.

A．tied

B．planned

C．recorded

D．arranged

4.

A．spent

B．lasted

C．afforded

D．demanded

5.

A．saying

B．laughing

C．crying

D．talking

6.

A．close

B．distant

C．similar

D．familiar

7.

A．sign up

B．use up

C．check in

D．end up

8.

A．car

B．horse

C．boat

D．plane

9.

A．windy

B．clear

C．rainy

D．foggy

10.

A．peaceful

B．calm

C．silent

D．noisy

11.

A．walk

B．window

C．motor

D．signal

12.

A．creek

B．ocean

C．river

D．lake

13.

A．dragged

B．threw

C．pushed

D．asked

14.

A．sense

B．duty

C．pride

D．relief

15.

A．perform

B．feel

C．experience

D．go

7 . A 23-year-old woman has achieved an unbelievable feat that many of us dream of — visiting every country on Earth.

Lexie Alford was born into a family of travel agents, which gave her the opportunity to ________ places such as Cambodia, Dubai and Egypt during her childhood, according to Forbes magazine. She began saving up at age 12 to ________ her goal of visiting all countries. By her 18th birthday, she had travelled to 72 nations. In October, 2016, she realized she could see the ________ nations on her list in time to set an official record. Many people ________ her travel on social media platform Instagram, so she decided to chase the world record partly to ________ others.

“________, in the beginning, I simply wanted to push the ________ of what I thought I could do with my life and see as much of the world as possible in the ________,” she told Forbes. “It wasn’t until things started getting really ________ that I realized I was inspiring people around me, especially the ________.”

“I also loved visiting Northern Pakistan, for the natural beauty of the mountains and kindness of the locals were astonishing,” Lexie Alford said. “The most pleasant surprise about travelling to all these misunderstood areas of the world was that the countries that I had the ________ expectation for ________ being the most incredible.”

“My ________ for young people is to believe that you will ________ it if you’re determined. And it’s only a matter of ________.”

1.

A．remark

B．settle

C．tour

D．love

2.

A．fund

B．quit

C．deliver

D．register

3.

A．powerful

B．ideal

C．developed

D．remaining

4.

A．ranked

B．mastered

C．followed

D．criticized

5.

A．inspire

B．admire

C．understand

D．accompany

6.

A．Occasionally

B．Honestly

C．Completely

D．Temporarily

7.

A．dream

B．content

C．family

D．growth

8.

A．platform

B．agency

C．process

D．country

9.

A．frightening

B．official

C．advanced

D．challenging

10.

A．adult

B．youth

C．bosses

D．agents

11.

A．most

B．least

C．greatest

D．worst

12.

A．started with

B．showed off

C．ended up

D．searched for

13.

A．advice

B．compromise

C．belief

D．information

14.

A．put

B．save

C．find

D．make

15.

A．honor

B．career

C．time

D．money

8 . William Lindesay, a famous Great Wall expert and conservationist, and his wife Wu Qi have traveled the globe by the back paths, providing their sons with a unique growing environment. Sun hats, backpacks and sneakers (运动鞋)—these are the day-to-day must-haves for the family.

Most of their trips seem far from relaxing—cultural study in the hot and dry desert, a 53-kilometer hiking tour of New Zealand, a one-day climb to three English mountaintops and a six-day train ride from Beijing to Moscow.

Many assume the family must be wealthy and can afford their global travel, but they are not. Lindesay says they just choose to spend money on travel and eschew pricey hotels and restaurants where possible. Lindesay mentions the trip to Moscow as an example. Instead of taking a taxi from the railway station to the hotel, they took the subway. “We crossed the city for saving money, communicated with local people, and saw they are people just like us, everywhere. We arrived at our destination feeling comfortable.”

However, their journeys, which can last weeks or months, have sometimes been inconsistent with their children’s schooling. Wu remembers once Lindesay let their elder son ask for leave so that they could go to New York for a 45-day lecture tour. Therefore the son missed his final exam. Things like that bother the family all the time.

Lindesay attaches great importance to learning out of the classroom, saying that children might score well on school tests, but traveling outside, in distant lands with different languages, cultures, and political structures, is the real test. “You can only get streetwise on the street. You can only get worldly-wise when seeing the world,” he says.

1. How can we describe the Lindesays’ trips?

A．Pleasant.

B．Conventional

C．Challenging.

D．Dangerous.

2. What does the underlined word “eschew” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Visit.

B．Avoid.

C．Compare.

D．Evaluate.

3. What problem does the family meet when traveling?

A．They have scheduling conflicts.

B．They suffer from a tight budget.

C．They are faced with language barriers.

D．They hold different educational ideas.

4. Which statement may Lindesay agree with according to the text?

A．Toughness is the best assistant of will.	B．Man who travels far knows more.
C．Actions speak louder than words.	D．There is no royal road to learning.

9 . Chile is famous for its many attractions. If you’re planning a visit, be sure to add “Mano del Desierto” or “Hand of the Desert” to your must-see list.

Standing 11 meters tall and made of iron and cement (水泥), this sculpture of a hand emerges from the sand in the Atacama Desert, which is known as the driest desert in the world outside of polar regions. The sculpture was created by Mario Irarrazabal in the early 1980s and was financed by a local nonprofit organization. The sculpture is not only impressive in terms of its design but also in the message it expresses. Many people believe that the hand represents the weakness and helplessness of human beings, as well as their strength and determination to overcome hardships. It is a reflection on the human condition and our relationship with nature.

If you’re interested in visiting the Hand of the Desert, take Route 26 or 28 from Antofagasta, a port city in northern Chile. The sculpture is located between mile markers 1309 and 1310 and can be reached from either direction. The desert’s flatness makes it easy to spot the sculpture from far away.

Visitors should take precautions (预防措施) before leaving, such as filling their gas tanks, packing plenty of water, and wearing sunscreen. They should also avoid driving too quickly, as many car accidents occur in the desert each year.

For those who are nervous about driving alone, working with an agency like Plan South America is a good choice. The founder of the agency, Harry Hastings, said that he always tries to join a visit to the sculpture with guests traveling to the desert, calling it an “important landmark” that is both culturally and visually significant.

1. What makes the Hand of the Desert a famous attraction?

A．Its height and material.	B．Its location and. designer.
C．Its building time and local support.	D．Its design and meaning.

2. What can we know about from paragraph 3?

A．The sculpture can be reached very easily.

B．The sculpture can be seen from far away.

C．The sculpture is protected by the government.

D．The sculpture attracts millions of visitors every year.

3. What can we infer about Harry Hastings?

A．He built the sculpture “Hand of the Desert”.

B．He gave the financial support to the sculpture.

C．He speaks highly of the sculpture.

D．He likes driving alone to visit the sculpture.

4. Where can the passage probably be taken from?

A．A science fiction.

B．A magazine.

C．A fairy tale.

D．A book review.