1 . Direct flights are wonderful, but sometimes there isn’t a direct flight to your destination available. If you need to change planes for a connecting flight, this article will walk you through everything you need to know to ensure you make it on the plane!
Plan in Advance.
Find an airport map. Most airport websites have a printable map.
Find your gate number.
Pick up your luggage if necessary.
You usually do not need to pick up your checked luggage unless you have just made an international flight, or if you purchased the two tickets separately.
Find your gate.
Even if you have plenty of time, walk to your gate right away.
| A．Download a smartphone app. |
| B．Don’t be afraid to ask directions. |
| C．Contact the airline to arrange this. |
| D．Allow at least 2 hours if landing in another country. |
| E．If you’re certain you need to pick it up, do so as fast as possible. |
| F．Put this in your luggage to save yourself time looking for your gate. |
| G．After getting off the plane, you should first find your next gate number. |
2 . Four Days in the Highlands
Riding one of the world’s best trains is the ideal way to experience the peaks, valleys and first-class food of Scotland.
DAY 1
To pick up the Royal Scotsman you’ll need to be in Edinburgh the night before, thus giving you time to have dinner at the city’s coolest restaurant, the Little Chartroom. Then it’s a leisurely start as you board the Royal Scotsman, one of the world’s finest classic trains. Cabins are small but perfectly formed. Enjoy afternoon tea as you wind through valleys before arriving in Keith for the night. Then opt (选择) for drinks in the Observation Car, or stretch your legs in historic Keith.
DAY 2
After breakfast, head to the Observation Car. This is one of the best parts of the trip, as the train snakes alongside fishing villages and dense woodland. Then disembark for Cawdor Castle, one of Scotland’s loveliest privately owned castles. Take a guided tour before reboarding the train. Tonight is a formal dinner.
DAY 3
Today the train makes its way into Moray, with an unmatched coastline. Head to Ballindalloch, a grand castle. There’ll be champagne on the lawn, cakes in the house and a chance to wander through the ancient woodland. You’ll sleep well, possibly thanks to an on-board whisky tasting that hits just the right spot.
DAY 4
The train moves deep into the heart of the dramatic Cairngorms today. You can take fly-fishing or clay-pigeon shooting lessons at the Rothiemurchus Estate before heading off to one of Scotland’s crown jewels. Then it’s back on-board for one final delicious dinner and a teary goodbye.
1. What can travelers do on the first day on the train trip?| A．Wander around in Keith at night. | B．Take an adventure through valleys. |
| C．Have dinner at the Little Chartroom. | D．Enjoy afternoon tea in the Observation Car. |
| A．Moray | B．Ballidalloch |
| C．Rothiemurchus | D．Cawdor Castle |
| A．DAY 1 | B．DAY 2 | C．DAY 3 | D．DAY 4 |
3 . This chart shows how much money Americans have in savings at every age.
The typical American household has an average of $ 8,863 in an account at a bank or credit union, according to a recent report from Bankrate that analyzed inflation-adjusted data from the Federal Reserve. That’s purely in liquid savings, so it doesn’t include retirement funds or other investments.
However, that amount varies greatly by age and household type.
Savings vary widely by household type and age
For many families, this amount of savings falls short, some experts warn. “The ultimate destination should be enough to cover six months’ expenses, perhaps 9 to 12 months for sole breadwinners or self-employed individuals,” Greg McBride, CFA and chief financial analyst for Bankrate, com, says in the report.
”Here’s the thing with emergency money: More is always better,” best-selling author and co-founder of AE Wealth Management David Bach tells CNBC Make It. “You hear all the time experts say, you should have three months of expenses set aside. Well, it depends. In the recession, when people lost their jobs, three months of expenses set aside wasn’t enough.”
Meanwhile, other research has found that 60 percent of millennials don’t have enough money to cover a $ 1,000 emergency.
In addition to building your emergency fund, you should aim to put around 15 percent of your income towards retirement savings, according to the financial services company Fidelity.
If you want to put more away each month, start by cutting back on Americans? three biggest expenses: housing, transportation and food. You can also research ways to trim (削减) your budget and look into strategies for boosting your income.
1. According to the chart, for those between 35 and 44, who have the most in savings?| A．Singles with children. | B．Singles without children. |
| C．Couples with children. | D．Couples without children. |
| A．3 months’ expenses. | B．6 months’ expenses. |
| C．9 months’ expenses. | D．12 months’ expenses. |
| A．Business and trade. | B．Saving and investing. |
| C．Health and wellness. | D．Employment and retirement. |
4 . Most students hate tests. The fear of failing them is really unpleasant.
1. Survey your textbook before you read.
Take a couple of minutes to find the word-list, index, questions and other important information. Then, when you sit down to study, you’ll know where to find the answers you are looking for.
2.
As you read, summarize each section of the chapter on a post-it note. After you have read the entire chapter, go back and review the notes. It is an easy and efficient way to review information. And you can easily find the information you need.
3. Make your own practice test.
After you finish reading, pretend you are a professor writing a test for the chapter. Review the material you just read and make up your own practice test. Include all vocabulary words, study questions, and highlighted words you can find, as well as any other important information.
4. Create visual flashcards.
Flashcards will help you remember important terms, people, places and dates. On the front of the card, write down the term or the question. This will help ensure that you grasp the study material.
| A．Use sticky notes. |
| B．Prepare a note book. |
| C．Take the test to see if you remember the information. |
| D．If all the questions are included, there is no need to worry. |
| E．But there are a few tricks you can learn how to avoid the worry. |
| F．On the back write down the definition or the answer. |
| G．Make sure you read any study questions before you read the chapter. |
5 . If you are looking for an amazing real-life castle, here are some good options for you.
Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
The beauty of Neuschwanstein, perched high on a hill in southwest Bavaria, inspired one of America’s most famous castles: Disneyland’s famed Sleeping Beauty castle. The slender spires and towering roofs are impressive, but nothing compared to the brilliantly decorated interiors.
Windsor Castle, England
This castle in the historic market town of Windsor that has been the family home to kings and queens for over 1,000 years. The castle is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world. Guests are welcome to tour year-round. When the Royal Standard flag is flying from the castle’s Round Tower, the queen is home.
Eltz Castle, Germany
Medieval Eltz Castle, located in Wierschem of western Germany, was built in the 12th century and is named for the family that still owns it today. Surrounded by forest, it was erected on a 230-foot rock and features eight towers that sit 115 feet in the sky. Inside, the castle still includes many of its original furnishings.
Bran Castle, Romania
Some people call Bran Castle, located southwest of Brasov. Romania, by another name: Dracula’s Castle. It’s just one of many castles linked to that vampire (吸血鬼) legend, but its dramatic architecture built on a steep cliff helps it fill the part, and the castle does not shy away from the legend.
1. What do we know about Neuschwanstein Castle?| A．It is the highest castle in the world. |
| B．It is the blueprint of Sleeping Beauty castle. |
| C．It inspired a Disney movie. |
| D．It is plainly decorated inside. |
| A．It is open throughout the year. |
| B．It has a history of less than 1000 years. |
| C．The royal family don’t live there any longer. |
| D．You can see the queen whenever you go there. |
| A．They are related to vampire tales. |
| B．They have special goods for sale. |
| C．They are both located on rocks. |
| D．They were built in the 12th century. |
6 . In ancient Greece, purslane herb (马齿苋) was regarded as an important medicinal herb for treatment of fever, female disorders, stomachaches, and headaches, and Hippoctrates, the famous father of medicine, practically tried it for the healing of wounds. Purslane herb was later considered as a cold herb around the 17th. Century.
Purslane is today known as a beneficial juicy herb found as a weed throughout the world. Purslane is commonly used as an ingredient for salads. Purslane has been recently identified as an excellent source of alpha-linolenic acid (亚麻酸). Alpha-linolenic is a kind of an omega-3 fatty acid, also known as fish oil. This important content in purslane herb plays an important role in human growth, development and preventing disease. Modern medical research claims that purslane herb is five times richer in omega-3 fatty acids than another vegetable, and also is high in vitamin C.
Purslane has small, green leaves, which are usually delicate and juicy. The stem is round and smooth. Young plants have a green stem but as the plant matures the stems take on reddish colors. Flowers are 1/4 inch long and a brilliant yellow in color with 5 petals (花瓣), which contain round black seeds. Purslane herb presents a wide variety of medical uses and each part of the herb is beneficial. Purslane herb is widely used all over the world and here is its known benefit: Purslane is known as an excellent source of vitamins C and E and the essential alpha-linolenic acids.
Reports describe purslane as power food of the future because of its high value of nutrition and medicine. Purslane leaves contain Omega-3 fatty acids which regulate the metabolic (新陈代谢) activities of bodies. The stems of purslane herb are known to be high in vitamin C. Purslane-herb is known to have one of the best known concentrations of Omega-3 fatty acid.
1. In ancient Greece, Hippoctrates used purslane to treat ________.| A．Stomachaches | B．Wounds | C．Headaches | D．Fever |
| A．Its stems are round and strong. |
| B．Its leaves are big and green. |
| C．Its stems are red in color. |
| D．Its flowers are yellow in color. |
| A．Because its leaves are rich in vitamin C. |
| B．Because its stem contains Omega-3 fatty acids. |
| C．Because it is valuable in nutrition and medicine. |
| D．Because it regulates the metabolic activities of bodies. |
| A．Purslane, a famous herb in the world |
| B．The basic knowledge about purslane |
| C．Purslane, a herb that benefits health |
| D．The medical research about purslane |
7 . Hiking, a kind of interaction with nature, provides fantastic exercise, combining sightseeing and workouts into one. Here are some unforgettable hiking vacations that will lead you into the thick of your destination.
Larapinta Trail, Australia
Dying for a good hike through the outback(内陆)? Then head to Australia’ s Larapinta Trail, a 130-mile trip through the Northern Territory of the island continent. Almost the entire hike is desert. Perhaps the best way to end a long day in the hot Australian sun is to watch the pink-and-orange sunset, open a sleeping bag and look up. Repeat visitors to the Larapinta say this part of Australia offers some of the best stargazing in the world.
Inca Trail, Peru
Today, as part of an effort to minimize environmental impact, trail(线路) access is limited to 500 people per day, and most hikers participate as part of guided groups. And the most thoughtful thing is that the groups hire porters to carry the luggage, so hikers need only to worry about enjoying the scenery! Most of these organized trails include tent accommodations and surprisingly delicious three-course meals. Of course, they also include a final day at Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas”.
Cape Scott Trail, British Columbia
To call the five-day hike challenging would be the understatement of the century. The adventure begins gradually. From the trailhead at Cape Scott Provincial Park, the trail follows an old settler's road along a stream through a 4-mile stretch of wetland. With every step, the mud threatens to add to what surely has become a sizable boot collection. Because the rivers are so wide, visitors have to take the cable-car.
Via Ferrata, Italy
The trails themselves date to World War I, when Italian forces built them as a way to move soldiers from one section of the Alps to another. Today, with the war in the distant past, the routes provide the perfect venue for hikers looking for a day-long escape.
1. What attracts visitors most for Larapinta Trail?| A．Having the longest hike. | B．Touring the continent. |
| C．Exploring in the desert. | D．Watching the starry sky. |
| A．Free accommodations are provided. | B．Hikers needn't take their luggage. |
| C．Hikers themselves serve as guides. | D．The meals are specially cooked. |
| A．Inca Trail. | B．Larapinta Trail. |
| C．Cape Scott Trail. | D．Via Ferrata. |
Alpine skiing is a snow sport that perfectly combines speed and skills. As one of the most
In competitions, skiers are required to ski downhill along a set route, pass through gates and make turns along the way.
As the competitions take place in cold high mountains, alpine skiing is a sport which is likely
9 . Looking out of my window today reminded me of another day just like this one, a day when I was searching for a special blue bird. I thought it had been talking to my grandmother about me.
One day grandmother asked me to buy some bread. On the way home I gave my bread to a black dog. I really wanted to keep her but I knew my mother would not allow.
An idea occurred to me. I got to our back gate, carefully dug a hole under the fence, and left the rest of the bread right at the hole. Then from the front door I went down the drive and through to the backyard. I got there just in time. She was trying to reach the bread at the hole. I held her front paws and pulled her through. She ate up the bread and I was delighted that my idea had worked.
When I got inside, I told my grandmother that my bread was eaten by a stray dog. I was very pleased with myself for not having to lie. We suddenly heard scratching coming from the back door. Seeing her, grandmother asked me, “Where did that come from?” “She must have come in under the gate.” I pointed out the hole under the back gate. Grandmother told me she thought it was I who brought the dog home. I looked at my grandmother’ s face and asked, “How did you know?” She said, “A little bird told me, a little blue bird told me.” I reminded her I had not told a lie. She grinned and said, “No you did not lie. But the truth you told was not the whole story either.”
I spent most of that summer making sure the blue birds stayed out of the yard. I remember watching grandmother giggling a little as she watched me.
Years later I found out that grandmother had been looking out of the breakfast room window and watched me dig the hole, run back into the yard and pull the dog through. She and my mother laughed about it. Anyway, we kept the dog (even after she delivered 13 puppies) until she passed away with snow-white on her snout and around her eyes.
1. How did the dog get into the house?| A．From the hole under the fence. | B．From the bakery at the back door. |
| C．From the front door and the drive. | D．From the breakfast room window. |
| A．The bird. | B．The scratching noise. | C．The dog. | D．The hole. |
| A．Because she knew the truth. | B．Because she once talked to the bind. |
| C．Because she thought I told the truth. | D．Because she loved the dog too. |
| A．Frightened and puzzled. | B．Concerned and happy. |
| C．Tolerant and sympathetic. | D．Delighted and carefree. |
10 . Moganshan Road No. 50
In the characteristic industrial buildings of a former textile mill (纺织厂), you will find a significant group of contemporary art galleries, and some cafes and craft shops. The collection of galleries comes and goes. Some are stored upstairs in the buildings alongside other creative businesses so it is a good place to explore.
• 50 Moganshan Road
• Open daily 10 am-6 pm, but probably best to avoid Monday and even Tuesday
• Admission usually 20 yuan
Power Station of Art
Housed in the massive renovated (翻修) Nanshi Power Station and keeping its noticeable 541-foot chimney, the museum overlooks the river and the sites of the 2010 Expo. Power Station of Art is China’s only state-run contemporary art museum. It was opened in 2012 to stage the splendid Shanghai Biennale. The museum is so large that it can put on several exhibitions at the same time on its many floors. It has no permanent collection so the shows keep changing.
• 200 Huayuangang Road
• Open Tues — Sun, 11am — 7 pm
• Free admission except some special exhibitions
Yuz Contemporary Art Museum
This beautiful art exhibition place was once part of Longhua Airport. It is where Chinese-Indonesian collector Budi Tek shows off parts of his huge private collection of Western and Asian art. As a leading collector in Asia, Mr. Budi Tek has built up a considerable collection of Chinese contemporary art, and is always willing to ex hibit and lend his works to other art institutions in order to raise the understanding of Chinese contemporary art worldwide.
• 35 Fenggu Road
• Open Tues — Sun, 10:30 am — 5:30 pm
• There is an admission charge and it can be up to 150 yuan but is usually 80 yuan.
China Art Museum
Your art tour of Shanghai really ought to include this irresistible, and often exhausting, museum, in the previous Chinese Expo pavilion (展馆) on the other side of the river in Pudong. Works on display cover modern and contemporary periods, and there are numerous temporary exhibitions, including touring shows from abroad. Information tends to be in Chinese, making it a little more challenging. A visit is worth it just for the fantastic building and its views of the city.
• 161 Shangnan Road
• Open Tues — Sun, 9 am — 5 pm
• Free admission
1. Which place can offer tourists the earliest tour on Saturday?| A．Moganshan Road No. 50. | B．Power Station of Art. | C．Yuz Contemporary Art Museum. | D．China Art Museum. |
| A．It lies in an art institution. | B．It houses personal collections. |
| C．It is a non-private museum. | D．Its exhibitions keep changing. |
| A．They do not charge for admission. | B．They are the largest museums in China. |
| C．They were transformed from other venues. | D．They aren’t open to the public on Monday. |
