1. Who is the man talking to?
| A．A travel agent. | B．A hotel waiter. | C．A government official. |
| A．Morning tour. | B．Afternoon tour. | C．All-day tour. |
2 . Macao is only forty miles from Hong Kong and it is easy to reach. You can get there by sea. It is an interesting place and it had a long history. Macao is part of China and most people living there are Chinese.
The first Europeans to go to Macao came from Portugal. More than four hundred years ago the Portuguese went there to trade with China. Some settled and made their homes there. They built strong forts to guard the city and the harbor. They also built churches, schools, hospitals and other places. Slowly the city grew. People from many countries came to live and work in Macao.
Today many people visit Macao. Some only go there to watch dog-racing or motor-racing or to gamble with their money. But Macao is a quiet and peaceful place. It is pleasant just to walk around and look at old buildings and forts. You feel you are back in the old days. Of course, some of the buildings are now in ruins. The Church of St. Paul has only the front wall with many steps leading up to it. But it is still interesting to see.
When you are hot and tired, there are small cool gardens to rest in. When you are hungry, there are good restaurants with many kinds of food. Nearby there are some islands, which are also nice and are easy to get to. There is certainly a lot to do in Macao.
1. Why is Macao is easy to reach?| A．It is an interesting place. |
| B．It is very fast and cheap by sea. |
| C．It is not far away from Hong Kong. |
| D．It is part of China and most people there are Chinese. |
| A．It is a peaceful place. |
| B．Almost all of the buildings are now in ruins. |
| C．You can watch dog-racing or motor-racing. |
| D．You can go around to see the old buildings and forts. |
| A．In good restaurants. | B．In small cool gardens. |
| C．On some islands. | D．In beautiful parks. |
| A．People in Macao serve good food. |
| B．Portuguese were willing to do business in China. |
| C．People from many countries came to live and work in Macao. |
| D．Macao is a quiet and peaceful place with a lot to see and to do. |
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1. How will the speakers go to New York?
| A．By air. | B．By taxi. | C．By bus. |
| A．The company. | B．The man. | C．The woman. |
| A．Driver and passenger. | B．Husband and wife. | C．Fellow workers. |
5 . If you are looking for a day trip from Denver, here are our favorite family-friendly trips from Denver.
Explore Mesa Verde
ADDRESS: Mile Marker 15, Mesa Verde National Park, CO 81330, USA PHONE: +1970-529-4422
A six-and-a-half-hour drive will bring you from Denver to Mesa Verde National Park, where your kids can explore ancient ruins carved (into the side of a mountain. Go on hikes, climb up mountainsides, watch a historical movie and appreciate museum exhibits in this fascinating park.
See Giraffes in the Springs
ADDRESS: 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906, USA
PHONE: +1719-633-9925
The drive from Denver to Colorado Springs is just an hour. Feed giraffes at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Don’t miss the Dinosaur Resource Center, where you can get up close to fossils of a T. Rex and other unbelievable ancient creatures.
Go on an Adventure in Keystone
ADDRESS: Keystone, CO 80435, USA
PHONE: +1970-496-4386
It’s only an hour and a half drive west of Denver. Keystone offers a cool Kidtopia pro-gram, with all kinds of free, daily activities and adventures, from kite-building workshops to Wild West nights to nature hikes.
Splash Around in Glenwood
ADDRESS: 51000 Two Rivers Plaza Road, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601-2809, USA
PHONE: +1970-945-4228
A two-and-a-half drive west from Denver will bring you to Glenwood Springs. There’s even a wave built into the river where people can surf in the summer.
1. What can kids do in Mesa Verde National Park?| A．Develop historical knowledge. | B．Get some free museum exhibits. |
| C．Camp on the mountainside. | D．Carve their names into ancient ruins. |
| A．Keystone. | B．Glenwood Springs. |
| C．Colorado Springs. | D．Mesa Verde National Park. |
| A．In a travel brochure. | B．In a research paper. |
| C．In a science magazine. | D．In a geography textbook. |
1. What’s the most important thing for Eric and his father taking the cycle trip?
| A．To raise money for charity. | B．To spend time together. | C．To do something different. |
| A．Riding for a long distance. |
| B．Chatting with the local people. |
| C．Enjoying the sunshine on the face. |
| A．He’s a student. | B．He’s a host. | C．He’s a coach. |
| A．Take another long ride. | B．Go cycling on weekends. | C．Participate in competitions. |
7 . Tours in Guizhou Province
Huangguoshu Waterfall Tour
Running: May 1st through November 10th
This tour transports you to one of Guizhou Province's most fantastic attractions, the largest waterfall in China? Here you can enjoy the magnificent waterfall and large cave landscape. Then we will take you to have a free taste of local food.
Departing from Guiyang: 7:30 am and 8:30 am
Duration (时长):7 hours
Price: 250 yuan
Xijiang Thousand Households Miao Village Tour
Running: April 6th through October 23nd
This attractive tour takes you to the most special Miao village scenes of Guizhou. Enjoy the unique multi-stories turret 角楼)as you go through the traditional wooden houses town. Elegant Miao dresses are provided for you to lake beautiful photos, and you can participate in their festivities if you are lucky enough.
Departing from Guiyang: 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Duration: 1.5 days
Advance preservations required.
Qianling Mountain Park Tour
Running: March 1st through December 30th
This tour goes through the whole mountain on its way to Hongfu Temple which is quite famous in the southern pan of China. Here you can enjoy the history) of the famous temple and the delicious vegetarian food (素食)offered.
Departing from the hotel: 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
Duration: 3 hours
Price: 40 yuan
Site of the Zunyi Conference Tour
Running: January 10th through December 31st
Join us for a history tour of China through the historical district. Enjoy the special design and construction of the site as you get into the historical spirit of the conference.
Departing from Guiyang: 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Price: Available upon request
1. Which tour do you need to book in advance?| A．Huangguoshu Waterfall Tour. |
| B．Qianling Mountain Park Tour. |
| C．Site of the Zunyi Conference Tour. |
| D．Xijiang Thousand Households Miao Village Tour. |
| A．Learn about Chinese history. | B．Enjoy the beautiful site. |
| C．Attend the important meeting. | D．Join in the special design. |
| A．A science magazine. | B．A travel journal. |
| C．A teacher's handbook. | D．A personal diary. |
8 . Last July, my parents and I went to visit my aunt and uncle in Seattle, a city on the northwest American coast. Dad did some research and had no difficulty in finding us cheap tickets online.
On the day of our flight, we had to wake up very early. When we checked our bags in, we found that one bag weighed too much, so we had to pay a fine. After that, dad insisted that we go and have some breakfast at the airport restaurant. We had a lot of fun watching many different people there. Then we realized it was getting late, so we rushed to the gate. It took one hour for everyone to get on the plane, but finally the door was shut and we were on our way!
I think my favorite experience during our trip was our visit to Mount Rainier, a volcano near Seattle. It was nothing like I had expected. Before we left, my aunt lent us hats to protect us from getting sunburned, so I supposed that it would be very hot. Imagine my surprise when we drove up the mountain and I discovered the top was covered with snow and ice.!
My uncle led us to a small path beyond the main trails to increase our chances of seeing wildlife. We walked over a small hill, and suddenly before us there appeared a field of snow. Small wild flowers grew up through the snow; underneath the snow we could hear rushing water—a small stream. Little animals stood still to avoid being noticed; tiny birds rose into the air. It was the most beautiful sight that I’d ever seen.
1. What ticket did the father buy for the family?| A．Bus | B．Ship |
| C．Train | D．Airplane |
| A．Because they got up late. | B．Because they didn’t wait in line. |
| C．Because they came to the airport late. | D．Because their bag was overweight. |
| A．The flight to Seattle | B．The breakfast in the airport |
| C．The visit to Mount Rainier | D．The discovery of a small stream |
| A．To enjoy more of the wildlife | B．To take a shortcut to save time |
| C．To avoid the snowy road | D．To avoid being attacked by animals |
9 . Inspired by his mentor Louis Sullivan, an influential figure in the world of modernist architecture, Frank Lloyd Wright coined the term “organic architecture” around 1908.
Rather than imitating nature or organic elements within the natural world, organic architecture is more concerned with re-interpretation of nature and harmony between the organic and the built environment. It ensures that the individual elements within buildings are put together to reflect the order within nature. Here are four of the most striking examples.
Casa Milà
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Year of completion: 1910
Architect: Antoni Caudi
Considered the greatest master of Catalan Modernism, Antoni Gaudi was devoted to nature and the Catholic religion. While he originally intended this organic building to have a religious purpose, it is now an apartment building. True to the organic style, it features honey shapes that seemingly emerge from the earth.
Learning Hub at Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Location: Singapore
Year of completion: 2015
Architect: Thomas Heatherwick
Earning the nicknames “dim sum basket building” and “the Hive”, the Learning Hub consists of 12 eight-storey towers arranged around a public atrium (天井). The organic nature of the building extends to its interior with features like gardens that are intended to encourage social interactions and study among students.
Falling Water
Location: Mill Run, Pennsylvania
Year of completion:1939
Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright
A classic of modernism and organic architecture, Falling Water sits on top of a waterfall. Frank Lloyd Wright designed it for the Kaufmann family who—though they had originally hoped for a view of the waterfall-came to love the home.
East Beach Café
Location: Littlehampton, UK
Year of completion: 2007
Architect: Thomas Heatherwick
Located in a seaside area with an industrial history, East Beach Café resembles a piece of driftwood. Forty meters long, seven meters wide and five meters high, it initially polarized locals, but has since been well-received by the whole community. It was the first building for Thomas Heatherwick who previously was better known as a sculptor.
1. Which building was designed to serve a religious purpose?| A．Casa Milà. | B．Learning Hub at NTU. |
| C．Falling Water. | D．East Beach Cafe. |
| A．They are architectural classics of modernism. |
| B．They feature imitations of animals or elements in nature. |
| C．East Beach Café was not welcomed by all the locals initially. |
| D．The designer of Learning Hub at NTU invented’ the concept “organic architecture’’. |
| A．National Geographic. | B．Architectural Digest. |
| C．Organic Gardening. | D．BBC History |
