1. What is an advantage of learning idioms according to the speaker?
A.It can make you sound like a native speaker. |
B.It can improve your English test scores. |
C.It can increase your knowledge about animals. |
A.Nest egg. | B.Dog days. | C.Hold your horse. |
A.Sunday. | B.Saturday. | C.Friday. |
A.Colors. | B.Animals. | C.Food. |
2 . The Best Bike Tours in Barcelona
Street Art TourDuration: 3 hours
Your ride for the day is a beautiful handmade bamboo bicycle that will make you stand out among other cyclists! You can explore the colorful legacy (遗产) of street art and graffiti (涂鸦) in the Catalan capital, most of which can be found in the former industrial district of Poblenou.
Intimate E-Bike Tour with Tapas & WineDuration: 2.5 hours
Fancy a glass of wine in the very bar where Picasso staged his first art exhibition and the Spanish poet Federico Garcia Lorca hung out with his friends? On this small-group tour, you’ll not only enjoy a wonderful bike ride around Barcelona’s Old Town but also get to stop for wine tasting at the famous Els 4Gats café restaurant, which first opened in 1897.
Hidden Parks & Playas TourDuration: 3 hours
The Hidden Parks & Playas Tour is a relaxed trip through the fashionable and relaxing district in Barcelona, which is full of urban parks and enjoys a long stretch of golden beaches. It is perfect for a cool afternoon cycle.
Gaudi E-Bike TourDuration: 4 hours
You can’t leave Barcelona without visiting Gaudi’s Park Guell. So why not jump on the only bike tour that takes you there? The park is packed with interesting features and the views over the city are exciting. That’s just the tip of the iceberg of this Gaudi Life & Legacy Tour that takes you to all of the architect’s greatest works, from his unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Família (unmissable!), to the UNESCO-listed mansions (大厦)Casa Milà and Casa Batlló.
1. What is special about the Street Art Tour?A.It has the shortest duration. | B.It contains two different tour options. |
C.It offers wonderful natural landscapes. | D.It provides handmade bicycles for riders. |
A.Visit Picasso’ s art exhibition at any time. | B.Tour the beautiful Spanish countryside. |
C.Stop at a historic restaurant for wine tasting. | D.Attend the event honoring poet Federico. |
A.Street Art Tour. | B.Gaudi E-Bike Tour. |
C.Hidden Parks & Playas Tour. | D.Intimate E-Bike Tour with Tapas & Wine. |
A.It’s always faster. | B.It’s easier to park. | C.It’s much safer. |
1. What sport did the man use to play?
A.Basketball. | B.Volleyball. | C.American football. |
A.It’s exciting. | B.It’s confusing. | C.It’s easy. |
A.She thinks highly of the trainer. |
B.Their live games are shown online. |
C.The players are the best. |
5 . The title of “Aaron’s younger brother” was given to me at the age of six. It was a label stuck to me and all people had to do was to refer to the imaginary label and they would know how to address me. I wanted to defeat Aaron, whose fame had reduced me to a nameless tennis player. Then the day eventually approached.
As I shook Aaron's hand at the start of the match, I stared at him with determination. “I’m going to beat you today.” I gathered the confidence to claim over the outcome of the match. Aaron laughed carelessly as he turned his back towards me. For a brief moment, I regretted that display of over-confidence.
I nervously shifted my weight from one foot to the other. The tennis court seemed to stretch out further than usual. My sweaty hands tightened around my racket (球拍) — the fifth one passed down to me from Aaron.We entered into a heated fight. I was persevering as expected, and I was not sure how long it would take before I withdrew. We were down to the last round, neck and neck in points. I made a mistake, then Aaron leaped up, stretching his arm out. The sun cast his image over me, reminding me that I would always be walking in his shadow if I couldn’t prove myself.
I readied myself for the finishing blow, images of Aaron’s past matches flooding through my mind. I recalled the habit of his hit in the World Tennis Tournament, extending my arm to the left in anticipation of where the ball was going to land. The ball made contact with my racket and was lobbed(吊高球) over Aaron’s head. He could do nothing but witness his undefeated status being erased by his younger brother.
While I was still enjoying the unfamiliar feeling of victory, a man whom I recognised from a professional club approached me.“What is your name, son?” he asked. A smile spread across my face.
1. What used to trouble the writer?A.The longing for recognition. | B.The eagerness to bear labels. |
C.The desire to be a tennis player. | D.The hardship of physical training. |
A.Defeated. | B.Anxious. | C.Optimistic. | D.Honored. |
A.He adopted his usual trick in the match. |
B.He purchased a tennis racket for the writer. |
C.He had an obvious advantage in the last round. |
D.He withdrew from the World Tennis Tournament. |
A.The Price for One Mistake | B.From Nobody to Somebody |
C.Why Brotherhood Matters | D.Aaron's Last-minute Victory |
1. What is Sally doing?
A.Sharing her experience. | B.Hosting a program. | C.Seeking advice. |
A.She doesn't eat meat. |
B.She wants to look fitter. |
C.She likes reading cookbooks. |
A.A meal. | B.A book. | C.A course. |
A.A chef. | B.A vegetarian. | C.A restaurant owner. |
1. How long did it take the speaker to get from Perth to Sydney?
A.Over 30 minutes. | B.Around 1.5 hours. | C.About 4 hours. |
A.Summer. | B.Autumn. | C.Winter. |
A.That people in Australia eat lunch outdoors. |
B.That the journey from the UK to Australia is quite long. |
C.That Australians love having barbecues on many occasions. |
A.She showed him around the town. |
B.She booked him a return ticket. |
C.She translated for him. |
1. What day is today?
A.Monday. | B.Wednesday. | C.Thursday. |
A.In the west. | B.In the north. | C.In the south. |
A.Cloudy and windy. | B.Windy and rainy. | C.Mild with light rain. |
A.On Friday. | B.On Saturday. | C.On Sunday. |
1. What seems to have been heard?
A.Someone is walking. | B.The wind is blowing. | C.A pet is playing |
A.Going out to check. | B.Turning on the light. | C.Going to sleep quietly. |
1. What does the man want to do?
A.Book a ticket. | B.Reserve a room. | C.Order a taxi. |
A.At 9:00 in the morning. |
B.At 11:30 in the morning. |
C.At 11:30 in the evening. |
A.7372-9232. | B.7322-9232. | C.7372-9322. |