1 . 某英文报拟开设Cities in the world栏目，你对此很感兴趣。请你根据以下要点提示，写一篇介绍北京的短文投稿，内容包括：
1.城市概况：位于中国北部；人口超过2000万；中国的首都及政治中心；
2.城市景点：故宫(the Forbidden City)、天安门广场(Tian’ anmen Square)、长城等。
3.城市美食：北京烤鸭等
注意：1.词数100左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文丰富连贯。
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3 . 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适当形式。

On Jan 23, the third batch of national-level ski tourism resorts was announced.     1     the seven successful entries nationwide, the Changbai Mountain Ski Resort in the Chibei area of Northeast China’s Jilin province was listed, potentially becoming the province’s fifth national-level ski resort destination.

Prior     2     this announcement, Jilin province was already home to four national-level ski resorts, including Lake Songhua Resort, Changbai Mountain Wanda International Resort, Beidahu Ski Resort, and Wanfeng Tonghua Ski Resort.

Up to now, a total of 26 resorts     3     (become) national-level ski resort destinations, with Jilin province     4     (hold) five spots, the highest number nationwide.     5     you’re a beginner or an     6     (advance) skier, there are suitable ski slopes for you.

    7     (employ) its abundant ice and snow resources, Jilin has been actively promoting the development of its ice and snow economy. It is focusing on cultivating new momentum for this sector and transforming its “cold resources” into “hot industries”, which attract many ski enthusiasts from home and abroad.

Jilin is now home to 75 ski resorts, making it     8     attractive destination for winter activities. The Changbai Mountains offer     9     (exception) winter resources     10     are considered one of the world’s top three powder snow destinations, alongside the Swiss Alps and the Rocky Mountains.

4 . “Why?” It’s a simple question that people ask Angela Madeline frequently. After all, she began a journey that very few people would ever attempt: walk around the world alone.

The thought of Madeline’s journey did not start from a place of loss or personal crisis. She said, “I was searching for a deeper interaction with nature and people.” Walking would minimize her carbon footprint, plus the slow pace meant that she could fully engage herself in nature, and gain insights into other cultures in a unique way.

She left her hometown of Bend, Oregon, on 2 May 2016 and headed into an adventure. Along the way, Madeline would suffer from heatstroke (中暑) in the Australian desert and hear gunshots while camping in Turkey. “Still,” she said, “I didn’t stop because I was more afraid of not following my heart than I was of losing everything I owned and loved.”

Apart from that, her slow pace allowed her to be drawn deeply into other cultures. She wandered the tiny seaside villages along Italy Tyrthenian Sea, enjoying the lively atmosphere. In Vietnam, she was offered food by an elderly woman and invited to rest in her wooden house at the peak for the night. She chose an experience of uncertainty and curiosity, in search of something she could never be certain to find: a sense of fulfillment and a deeper connection.

On16 December 2022, Madeline’s pilgrimage (朝圣之旅) ended right where it started. For now, she’s working on a book, planning future journeys and creating more effective ways for women to find and express courage in their lives.

Whether a walk leads halfway around the world or just down the road, Madeline has shown the true worth of embracing (拥抱) the unknown and giving more than we receive along the way.

1. Why did Madeline decide to start her journey?

A．To get rid of personal crisis.	B．To get closer to the world.
C．To reduce carbon footprint.	D．To slow down the pace of life.

2. What can we know about Madeline during the journey?

A．She was about to give up.	B．She was helped by Italian locals.
C．She experienced various cultures.	D．She enjoyed Australian coastal scenery.

3. Which of the following words can best describe Madeline?

A．Cautious and gentle.	B．Tough and adventurous.
C．Outgoing and generous.	D．Open-minded and humorous.

4. What’s this text mainly about?

A．A new way to slow down life.	B．A closer connection with the wild.
C．An unforgettable memory of a trip.	D．A woman walking around the world.

9 . Last year I went to the Rio de Janeiro Carnival, and it blew my mind. It had been my dream to attend the famous carnival for many years, so I was excited. However, the moment I arrived, I was a little bit nervous because there were so many people on the streets. They say that five or six million people come to Rio during carnival time and about two million of them are on the streets on any given day. Luckily, I had a local guide, my sisterˈs friend Ronnie. He said he would take care of me and show me all the highlights. He did not let me down.

The carnival is most definitely all about the samba. Itˈs a style of music and dance which has its roots in Africa. Lots of Africans were used as slave labor by the Portuguese when Brazil was being colonized (殖民), so this mixed culture of African, Latin and European styles is really strong here. Samba music is usually fast and exciting with a lot of drums and harmonic vocals (和声). Itˈs the kind of music that you canˈt help dancing to, and I was learning that as I followed Ronnie through the crowd, my hips and shoulders were swinging (摇摆) almost involuntarily.

Ronnie had got us tickets for the samba parade, the symbol of Brazilian culture, inside the Sambadrome where the top samba schools compete for the championship title, but we still had a long way to go through the street parties. He said most people enjoy the carnival by making their own parties in the street. About the samba parade, twelve main teams compete for the championship, and if they win, their performance will be talked about for years to come. So, you must be wondering how it was. Well, Iˈm afraid I canˈt tell you. Ronnie and I never made into the Sambadrome. We spent the day moving from one street party to another. There were more snacks, more drinks and lots of dancing. Do I regret missing the main parade? Not at all. I experienced the carnival like the locals, and it was truly amazing.

1. What made the author nervous in the beginning?

A．Busy schedule.	B．The big crowd.
C．No local guide.	D．Culture shock.

2. What can we learn about samba from this passage?

A．It has its origin in America.	B．It is not the taste of the author.
C．It has a long and mixed culture.	D．Its music is usually slow and soft.

3. The author didnˈt regret missing the parade because ________.

A．she met some amazing local people

B．she didnˈt have the tickets for the parade

C．she celebrated the festival in a local way

D．she enjoyed herself by making her own parties

4. What is the purpose of the passage?

A．To recommend a helpful guide.

B．To tell a painful history of Rio de Janeiro.

C．To encourage people to learn samba.

D．To share an unforgettable experience.

10 . World’s Best Places to Visit

With a world full of fascinating destinations, choosing the perfect vacation spot can present a challenge. Use these recommendations to craft your travel list.

South Island

New Zealand’s South Is landfills with impressive landscapes at every turn, from dramatic mountains to grand channels. Here, you can admire the mountains of Fiordland National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, from hiking trails or a boat on Milford Sound. Besides, journey to the University of Canterbury’s Mount John Observatory to stare up at the starry skies at night.

Paris

The magnetic City of Light draws visitors from around the globe who come to see iconic attractions like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe. But what travelers really fall in love with are the city’s old-fashioned cafes, dynamic markets, and trendy shopping districts. Get lost wandering along the charming cobblestone streets, or relax on the banks of the Seine for hours.

Maui

Whether you’re driving along the Road to Hana, enjoying a bird’s-eye view of Maui’s long coastline from a helicopter, diving with sea turtles or simply relaxing on white or black sand beaches, you’ll find that this Hawaiian island is unlike any other tropical (热带的) destination. You should also attend a feast for local culture and a taste of Hawaiian specialties like poi, poke and mahimahi.

Bora Bora

Here, you’ll find charming beaches, thick jungles and luxurious resorts. The island’s extinct volcano, Mount Otemanu, makes for a great photo opportunity or challenging hike, and the friendly Bora Bora local scan help you catch the island’s best sights. To relax, head to Matira Beach for clear water and soft whites and. Although a trip to Bora Bora is very expensive, most travelers say it’s worth every penny.

1. Which place will be preferred by astronomy fans?

A．Paris.

B．Maui.

C．Bora Bora.

D．South Island.

2. What can visitors do at Maui?

A．Enjoy local food.	B．Drive along the coastline.
C．Go hiking around the island.	D．Walk through shopping districts.

3. What do we know about Bora Bora?

A．Most of its locals serve as guides.	B．It is a beach with fantastic scenery.
C．There are hiking trails in the jungles.	D．It is appealing despite the costly trip.