1 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

Few countries have as rich of a history and civilization as Egypt, so it’s no surprise that the Grand Egyptian Museum(GEM), which     1     (expect) to open later this year, will be the largest archaeological museum in the world. It cost more than a billion dollars     2     (build) it. When finished, it will hold     3     large number of Egypt’s ancient objects, including the treasures of a king’s tomb.

The GEM, also     4     (know) as the Giza Museum, is about 2 km from the Giza Pyramids. It isn’t the only attraction drawing tourists     5     Egypt. Other new attractions include the Mummies Hall in the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in Cairo     6     two tombs in nearby Saqqara. One of them is Tomb of Djoser,     7     the paths are so puzzling that once you get in, it is difficult to find your way.

“Now many sites are getting improved,” says Egyptologist Nora Shawki. “Even     8     (go) to the pyramids is more convenient, with electric     9     (bus) getting you there and more dining places and better services.”

Though it suffered during the COVID-19 pandemic, Egypt has a strong tourism infrastructure (基础设施), making trips here     10     (easy) than you might expect.

2 . For my high school graduation present, my family decided to fly to Ecuador (厄瓜多尔). On the _________ abroad, my mom shared the idea of Packing for a Purpose, a non-profit organization that helps travellers to support local schools and other community projects. I _________ to try it. I’m now a month away from _________ High School, so I understand the importance of _________. I decided to donate to the project supported by Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental Company, which has helped very generously (慷慨地) with delivering _________ to schools in the remote villages of Ecuador.

The donation process was a new _________ for me, so I talked to my parents about my _________. The thought I came up with was to _________ a GoFundMe page to raise money so that I could _________ all of the supplies I needed.

It was a very __________ process, and you can share it just by email. Once the __________ gets out, everyone is willing to help. When I __________ the money I needed, I started shopping and got some great deals. Then, I __________ all of these supplies in an old suitcase, so I could leave it at Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental. It went very smoothly.

It was such a rewarding (值得的) experience. I would certainly __________ Pack for a Purpose because it is so easy to receive donations, go out and get supplies. It also has such a great __________ on people in need.

1.

A．home

B．trip

C．train

D．ship

2.

A．refused

B．pretended

C．frightened

D．decided

3.

A．graduating

B．attending

C．accepting

D．building

4.

A．examination

B．technology

C．education

D．travelling

5.

A．supplies

B．lectures

C．medals

D．rescues

6.

A．schedule

B．suggestion

C．experience

D．course

7.

A．idea

B．topic

C．hope

D．dream

8.

A．refer to

B．set up

C．work out

D．put on

9.

A．apply

B．attract

C．send

D．afford

10.

A．easy

B．hard

C．major

D．formal

11.

A．sound

B．laughter

C．message

D．light

12.

A．wasted

B．received

C．donated

D．spent

13.

A．sold

B．downloaded

C．explored

D．packed

14.

A．recommend

B．exchange

C．improve

D．recognize

15.

A．trap

B．effect

C．opinion

D．track

3 . Montreal has a unique culture, with its mixture of French and English. If you want to visit one of the best cities in North America, this is the place for you.

The French

Most places in Canada are English-speaking, but Montreal is different. It is a city run by the French and for the French. If you want to work there, you have to speak French. The French and the English generally stay apart from each other. Most of the English can’t speak French and don’t want to learn; most of the French don’t like to speak English. However, it is this “conflict” of cultures that makes Montreal interesting.

Food

The best and unique Canadian food comes from the French. For example, you can find “poutine” - a tasty quick snack. This French invention is my personal favorite, although I must warn you that it isn’t for everyone. The best way to experience poutine is to go north of Montreal to one of the ski resorts. Spend all day skiing. Then, when your body aches all over, go to a mountain bar with friends and have a hot chocolate and a plate of poutine. You will understand why it’s the best food in the world.

Music & Cinema

Montreal is also great for music. There’s a famous jazz festival in the summer. You need a pass for most of the shows, which are usually performed outdoors during the day and night. But wherever you are in Montreal, you can hear the music while you are walking in the streets.

1. Where is this text probably taken from?

A．A travel plan.

B．A travel brochure.

C．An encyclopedia.

D．A travel journal.

2. When will you enjoy poutine the most?

A．After a day-long sightseeing.

B．After a tiring skiing experience.

C．When your body aches all over.

D．When you have a hot chocolate.

3. What is necessary if you intend to makea living in Montreal?

A．Mastering skiing skills.

B．Favoring different cultures.

C．Understanding jazz music.

D．Communicating in French.

4 . For people who are planning a trip, a visit to a museum might not be the first thing they think of. After all, there are plenty of ways to appreciate the world’s civilization, gain exciting experiences and spend quality time with family and friends.     1    

Museums are where people learn something new, at every age! Are you interested in something specific?     2    . There, you will find yourself drawn in and inspired! Museums are a fantastic place to learn about a region’s history, scientific achievements, major cultural events, and of course, dinosaurs. They also design exhibitions related to visual arts, industrial innovations and anything that inspires an individual to learn about the past and create new paths to the future.

    3     They will surely be an exciting part of the educational experience with the main purpose to expose children to knowledge of various fields and expand their horizons. To achieve that, museums are working to create meaningful and engaging activities, interactive and knowledge-based.

Museums support tourism. They are tourism promoters in small towns and large cities. Museums aren’t a burden on tax revenue (税收) or a separate concern from other city projects.     4    Statistics show that museums support more than 726, 000 jobs in America.

Museums shape communities. They have activities and exhibitions through which visitors can learn about local history. Museums are places where a shared heritage is celebrated and a collective identity is formed. They provide an interesting public space where people meet and talk to each other.     5    

A．Museums bring out the best qualities in children.

B．Museums often deliver kids-centered exhibitions.

C．Instead, they generate funding and fuel employment.

D．Then, visit a local museum to learn about that subject.

E．Even shopping at the gift shop there is an opportunity for connection.

F．On the contrary, they consume a small percentage of city funds annually.

G．The fact, however, is that museums offer magical benefits in many ways.

5 . It’s important to have great travel news sources that you can trust. In this blog we are to share the top travel news websites that you may find useful.

World Tourism Organization

The World Tourism Organization exists to guide, support, advance the global tourism industry. Naturally, their position of influence means they are looked at as an authoritative source of information that people can depend on.

BBC Tourism

The BBC is one familiar news source for many. Its travel section is a great source of global news relating to the tourism industry. You are less likely to find the tourism-related news that goes very deep. However, the website is still a good choice for common people.

Eye for Travel

Reuters News&. Media is also a globally trusted news source, like the BBC. Eye for Travel is its travel section, which, too, enjoys a good reputation (名声). Less focused on breaking news, this website offers detailed and deep information of some important news in the global tourism industry.

The Local

Daily tourism news specifically focusing on Europe is found on this website. The news is written and published in English. Thelocal. com is a general European edition (版本). If you want to get travel information about countries such as Germany, Austria, Sweden, etc., there is also an edition designed for each one of them.

1. Which website is created to improve the global tourism industry?

A．World Tourism Organization.	B．BBC Tourism.
C．Eye for Travel.	D．The Local.

2. What do BBC Tourism and Eye for Travel have in common?

A．They mainly include breaking news about travel.

B．They cover travel news in different languages.

C．They have the most subscribers in the world.

D．They carry news on the global tourism industry.

3. What can we know about Thelocal.com?

A．It offers weekly tourism news.

B．It centers on European travel news.

C．Its designers are able to speak different languages.

D．Its news is published in English-speaking countries.

6 . Not everyone knows that Mogao Caves in China has a “little sister”—Yulin Caves, which is smaller but better preserved than Mogao Caves. This “little sister” has the most brilliant murals (壁画) which are large in scale and diverse in forms and skills, with much art value. Here is some information lo refer to when planning your tour here.

Daily Itinerary (行程)

DAY 1: Visit Mingshashan in the middle afternoon when it is not very hot and sunburn is low.

DAY 2: Visit Yulin Caves. You can visit up to 6 caves. After that, drive about 30 minutes to Suoyangcheng.

DAY 3: Visit the newly opened Mogao Caves Digital Exhibition Center. You will watch two short but well-produced educational documentary movies about Mogao Caves. After the movies, take the interzonal bus to Mogao Caves.

Highlights of This Tour

●In-depth tour of Mogao Caves and Yulin Caves

●Visiting Suoyangeheng—an ancient ruined city 2,000 years ago

●Private tour package covering airport pick-up, accommodation, sightseeing and private tour guide

Basic Information about Price

●$ 380 per person

●This price is based on a group of 2 adults sharing one standard double-bed room in 4-star hotels and traveling with our private tour in low seasons.

●This price is subject to change according to your traveling season, group size, hotel class, etc. ... If you want a lower price, you can get more people to join you, or use economy class hotels.

1. When can tourists see the documentary movies?

A．On Day 1.

B．On Day 2.

C．On Day 3.

D．Any day.

2. What is a most interesting part of the tour?

A．Two brilliant caves.	B．An old living city.
C．Free accommodations.	D．In-depth travel in private.

3. Where can you find the text probably?

A．In a history textbook.	B．On a travel agency website.
C．In an academic journal.	D．On an exhibition of murals.

7 . 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。

During China’s dynastic period, emperors planned the city of Beijing     1     arranged the residential areas according to social classes. The term “hutong”,     2     (original)meaning “water well” in Mongolian, appeared first during the Yuan Dynasty.

In the Ming Dynasty, the center was the Forbidden City,     3     (surround)in concentric(同心的)circles by the Inner City and Outer City. Citizens of higher social classes     4     (permit)to live closer to the center of the circles. The large siheyuan of these high-ranking officials and wealthy businessmen often     5     (feature)beautifully carved and painted roof beams and pillars(柱子). The hutongs they formed were orderly, lined by     6     (space)homes and walled gardens. Farther from the center lived the commoners and laborers. Their siheyuan were far smaller in scale and     7     (simple)in design and decoration, and the hutongs were narrower.

Hutongs represent an important cultural element of the city of Beijing. Thanks to Beijing’s long history     8     capital of China, almost every hutong has its stories, and some are even associated with historic     9     (event). In contrast to the court life and upper-class culture represented by the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven, the hutongs reflect     10     culture of grassroots Beijingers.

8 . Four Famous Castles In Britain

The country is abundant of castles, some ruined, and others still surviving today. They are a reminder of their either glorious or violent past. Read on for the one that interests you most.

Bodiam Castle, East Sussex

Built primarily for defence in the 14th century, the castle looks perfectly protected from the outside. You might think you could expect much of the same inside it, but sadly not. The war reduced the inside to ruins. The fairytale appearance of the castle standing within its broad moat (护城河) makes an indescribably spectacular picture.

Hever Castle, Kent

As a queen’s childhood home, it is the perfect picture-book castle. Its thick creeper-covered walls are surrounded by double channels. With large collections including portraits, paintings, furniture and treasures, it attracts a lot of tourists here. Among its collections are two private books signed by the queen herself, which are historically valuable.

Windsor Castle, Berkshire

If you want to have a better understanding of more than 900 years’ royal (王室的) life, then there really is no better place to visit than this splendid castle. It is the largest and oldest castle that is still occupied now in the world. In 1992, a fire swept through the castle, destroying 115 rooms. The repairing was completed five years later.

Tintagel Castle, Cornwall

Few places can compete with Tintagel Castle in romance and mystery. The ruins that you see today date from the 13th century, which, however, didn’t stop it to become a popular attraction. Due to the legend of King Arthur, for centuries the castle has fired writers’ and artists’ imaginations on how the heroic king’s life began here.

1. What do Bodiam Castle and Hever Castle have in common?

A．They are surrounded by water.	B．They own many art collections.
C．They were built for defence.	D．They are still lying in ruins

2. In which castle are there people living now?

A．Bodiam Castle, East Sussex.

B．Hever Castle, Kent.

C．Windsor Castle, Berkshire.

D．Tintagel Castle, Cornwall.

3. What is Tintagel Castle well-known for?

A．The childhood of a queen.

B．The legend of a great king.

C．The outstanding art works.

D．The new image after repair.

9 . The UK’s best cycling holidays

Cycling (骑车) holidays in the UK are one of the best things you can do with friends or as a family. We have researched the best routes (路线) for the perfect cycling holiday on TripAdvisor.

Camel Trail

This 27.8km route is not only flat, but is home to some breathtaking views of the coast and camping sites. With the highest number of excellent reviews on TripAdvisor and 96% traffic free, we’re certain you’ll have a great time. It follows alongside sandy beaches and villages meaning there’s lots to discover, just check out the 33,000 Instagram posts!

Tissington Trail

One hundred per-cent traffic free, the Tissington Trail is 21.3 km long making it a safe and simple trip. It follows a railway line with old station platforms. Only a 25-minute drive to Alton Towers for a bit of added fun, this holiday is packed with plenty to do. There’re also over 300 excellent TripAdvisor reviews, proving its popularity with UK tourists.

Marriott’s Way

The Marriott’s Way is another long-distance cycle. Perfect for cycling through Norfolk’s woodlands, it also passes through beautiful small towns and villages. The Marriott’s Way has the steepest (陡峭的) cycling trail out of the four cycling holidays, so may be best for those riding fans.

Lagan Towpath

To explore Northern Ireland’s beauty, this path takes you along the river and canal system. It is the second trail on this list that is 100% traffic free, so you’ll only meet other cyclists and walkers, making it one of the safest routes. Spend a day or two in capital Belfast before starting the 21.5km bike ride.

1. Which of the following is the most popular?

A．Camel Trail.

B．Tissington Trail.

C．Marriott’s Way.

D．Lagan Towpath.

2. What is special about Marriott’s Way?

A．It is a long cycling trail.

B．It is the most challenging.

C．It attracts riders for camping.

D．It goes through villages.

3. What do Tissington Trail and Lagan Towpath have in common?

A．They run along the rivers.

B．There are no cars.

C．They are near the capital.

D．There are historical sights.

10 . Ever wondered about the inner workings of the Two Oceans Aquarium (水族馆)? Perhaps you have questions about how our life support systems work, or how and what the animals in our care are fed? Join a guided Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Aquarium and find out!

Meet some of our staff as they carry out their duties; feeding, cleaning and monitoring are all in a day’s work for them. See the animals and exhibits from a completely different point of view, all while our experts share fascinating information about how we make the aquarium magic happen.

● Behind-the-Scenes Tour details:

Guided tours take place at 10:00 and 13:00 daily and last up to 75 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete an indemnity form (保证表).

Your Behind-the-Scenes Tour booking includes general access to public areas of the aquarium for the day.

A maximum of 8 persons can join a tour.

Price:

·R620 per adult (aged 18+)

·R495 per child (aged 8-17)

The Behind-the-Scenes tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8.

Tours must be booked at least 24 hours in advance, subject to availability.

● How to book a Behind-the-Scenes Tour:

Book your Behind-the-Scenes Tour on the official website.

Alternatively, email experience@ aquarium. co. za or call us on +27 (0)21 418 3823 to book your Behind-the-Scenes Tour, or book in person at our Visitor Centre.

Remember — aquarium entry is included for all participants in a Behind-the-Scenes Tour. Anyone accompanying you, but not participating in the tour, will need to book a day ticket to enter.

● Terms and conditions:

Please wear your face mask, comfortable clothes and soft-soled (软底的) shoes appropriate for the beach (no high heels).

Payment is required at least 24 hours prior to secure your booking.

Report to the Visitor Centre at 09:45 for the 10:00 tour or 12:45 for the 13:00 tour to complete your indemnity forms.

Failure to arrive for your tour will result in cancellation and you will be liable (负有偿付责任的) for the full fee.

1. What can you do during the tour?

A．Help clean the aquarium.	B．Feed and care for animals.
C．Learn about how the aquarium works.	D．Learn how to do aquarium magic tricks.

2. There are ________ ways to book your Behind-the-Scenes Tour except through email.

A．four

B．three

C．two

D．one

3. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

A．If visitors fail to arrive for the tour, they can’t demand a refund.

B．Children of all ages are suitable for the Behind-the-Scenes tour.

C．The price of the tickets for two adults and a 10-year-old kid is R 1,735.

D．For those who have booked the 13:00 tour, they need to report to the Visitor Centre at 12:45.