1 . Where to Eat in Bangkok
Bangkok is a highly desirable destination for food lovers. It has a seemingly bottomless well of dining options. Here are some suggestions on where to start your Bangkok eating adventure.
NahmOffering Thai fine dining. Nahm provides the best of Bangkok culinary (烹饪的) experiences. It’s the only Thai restaurant that ranks among the top 10 of the world’s 50 best restaurants list. Head Chef David Thompson, who received a Michelin star for his London-based Thai restaurant of the same name, opened this branch in the Metropolitan Hotel in 2010.
Issaya Siamese ClubIssaya Siamese Club is internationally known Thai chef Ian Kittichai’s first flagship Bangkok restaurant. The menu in this beautiful colonial house includes traditional Thai cuisine combined with modern cooking methods.
Bo.lanBo.lan has been making waves in Bangkok’s culinary scene since it opened in 2009. Serving hard-to-find Thai dishes in an elegant atmosphere, the restaurant is true to Thai cuisine’s roots, yet still manages to add a special twist. This place is good for a candle-lit dinner or a work meeting with colleagues who appreciate fine food. For those extremely hungry, there’s a large set menu.
GagganEarning first place on the latest “Asia’s 50 best restaurants” list, progressive Indian restaurant Gaggan is one of the most exciting venues (场所) to arrive in Bangkok in recent years. The best table in this two-story colonial Thai home offers a window right into the kitchen, where you can see chef Gaggan and his staff in action. Culinary theater at its best.
1. What do Nahm and Issaya Siamese Club have in common?| A．They adopt modern cooking methods. | B．They have branches in London. |
| C．They have top-class chefs. | D．They are based in hotels. |
| A．Gaggan. | B．Bo. lan. | C．Issaya Siamese Club. | D．Nahm. |
| A．It hires staff from India. | B．It puts on a play every day. |
| C．It serves hard-to-find local dishes. | D．It shows the cooking process to guests. |
2 . Yellowstone National Park offers a variety of ranger programs throughout the park, and throughout the year. The following are descriptions of the ranger programs this summer.
Experiencing Wildlife in Yellowstone (May 26 to September 2)
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.
Junior Ranger Wildlife Olympics (June 5 to August 21)
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.
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.
Photography Workshops (June 19 & July 10)
Enhance 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.
1. Which of the four programs begins the earliest?| A．Photography Workshops. | B．Junior Ranger Wildlife Olympics. |
| C．Canyon Talks at Artist Point. | D．Experiencing Wildlife in Yellowstone. |
| A．Works of famous artists. | B．Protection of wild animals. |
| C．Basic photography skills. | D．History of the canyon area. |
| A．Artist Point. | B．Washburn Trailhead. |
| C．Canyon Village Store. | D．Visitor Education Center. |
3 . Museums are the best history collectors and tellers. Hangzhou, with a history of over 2,200 years, is rich in museums.
China National Tea Museum
The tea remains excavated in 2021 showed its existence in 453~410BC. Surrounded by many tea plantations with lush Longjing Tea Trees, the China National Tea Museum also allows the visitors to enjoy the fun of hiking and picking tea leaves by themselves. Dinner at a Hangzhou style home-stay tea shop is a good choice.
Open: 9:00~16:30 Monday closed.
China National Silk Museum
China National Silk Museum shows visitors the history about silk, the Silk Road from 202BC and the earliest silk produce in Yingyang, Henan 5300~5500 years ago. The exhibits include tradition looms, exquisite Chinese-styled costumes from 1920s to 2020s, night fair in ancient times, and cherished royal silk treasures.
Open: 9:00~17:00 Tue. to Sun.; 12:00~17:00 on Monday
Liangzhu Culture Museum
The Liangzhu Culture found in 1936 can date back to 4,300~5,300 years ago, which is a strong proof of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization. It is also well known for its vast legacy of jade objects and black-based pottery. In July 2019, Liangzhu was inscribed to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.
Open: 9:00~16:30 Monday closed
The Jing-Hang Canal Museum
The Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal is the earliest excavated from 486 BC and longest artificial canal in the world. It was listed in World heritage in 2014.It is vital for national unity and economic prosperity. If you want to take a night ship trip (Tue.-Sun.), Wulinmen Wharf is 5 miles away.
Open: 9:00~16:30 Monday closed
1. What can visitors do in the museums according to the passage?| A．Plant tea trees and pick tea leaves. |
| B．Watch Chinese-styled costumes exhibition. |
| C．Make jade objects and black-based pottery. |
| D．Take a night bicycle trip along the canal. |
| A．China National Tea Museum | B．China National Silk Museum |
| C．Liangzhu Culture Museum | D．The Jing-Hang Canal Museum |
| A．It is the longest natural canal in the world. |
| B．It joined the World Heritage List in 2016. |
| C．It was originally built as a military defence. |
| D．It dates back to more than 2500 years ago. |
