1 . At its best, a family picnic is a mini-vacation: a chance to leave the day-to-day routine behind and spend some time together out under the open sky. These best picnic spots offer a range of experiences.
Poo Poo Point, Issaquah
For kids and adults who have the energy to take on a 2-mile hike uphill, this amusingly named destination in the Issaquah Alps offers huge rewards. After reaching the Chirico Trail, you come to a broad, clear area, with a sweeping view of Lake Sammamish, Issaquah and Bellevue. As for where to set up a picnic camp, there are two picnic tables.
Dr. Jose Rizal Park, Seattle
Located on the northwest corner of Beacon Hill, this park has a sweeping view overlooking Elliott Bay and downtown Seattle. It’s named after Jose Rizal, a brilliant writer, a scientist and a hero in the Philippines struggle for independence. The fantastic Seattle picnic spot also has an area for dogs and walking trails.
Mount Baker Park, Seattle
This lakefront park is one of Seattle Parks’ swimming beaches. It’s open this summer, with lifeguards on duty. The most popular place to picnic is probably near the swimming area, but there are many lovely shady spots in the inland part of the park. The updated playground will attract kids. For biking families, pack your wheels and enjoy a ride along Lake Washington Boulevard.
Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, Seattle
Cross a narrow bridge over the railroad tracks at Saltwater Park in Shoreline and you’re in a world of sun, sea and sand dunes. This is one of Puget Sound’s windy places, so you’ll often spot kiteboarders (风筝冲浪者) playing in the waves nearby. Even on a hot day, you’re likely to find a breeze to keep you cool at this picnic spot in Seattle.
1. Where should you go if you want to go hiking?| A．Poo Poo Point, Issaquah. | B．Dr. Jose Rizal Park, Seattle. |
| C．Mount Baker Park, Seattle. | D．Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, Seattle. |
| A．Enjoy kiteboarding. | B．Have a city walk. |
| C．Ride bicycles. | D．Visit Jose Rizal Museum. |
| A．They provide a learning experience. | B．They are suitable for family picnics. |
| C．They have large amusement equipment. | D．They are related to scientists and writers. |
2 . In 1937, the aggression of the Japanese army brought disaster to China’s three great universities: Peking University and Tsinghua University were occupied by Japanese troops, while Nankai University was completely destroyed by bombing. To save their educational and intellectual heritage, the three universities joined together in Kunming as National Southwest Associated University, otherwise known as Lianda.
Professors and students alike in the three universities made an epic journey over a distance of more than 2,000 kilometres, most of them on foot. Their bed was the dusty road and their roof was the open sky, often lit up by exploding Japanese bombs. Conditions were little better once they reached the remote and mountainous south-west part of China.
However, despite the immense hardships and the daunting challenges, it was right in this place, over period of eight long years, that the nation’s intellectual heritage was not only guarded but fortified by the passion and belief of the worthy academic s of Lianda.
With the country at war, students at Lianda were not going to shirk their duty. Driven by a sense of commitment, a great many joined the army to resist the Japanese invaders and defend the honour of the nation. In fact, Lianda provided the largest number of student-soldiers from any campus in China. Of the thousands of college students from all over China who served as interpreters, one tenth were from Lianda, including the well-known translators Zha Liangzheng and Xu Yuanchong.
A product of the war, Lianda is now physically gone. But it has become the crowning glory of China’s modern universities, not only because of its prominent professors and talented students, but also because of the school’s strong spirit of perseverance and dedication.
More than eighty years on, the priceless contribution of Lianda still needs to be reaffirmed. It has become part of the collective memory of the Chinese nation, with its spirit as the blueprint for all universities in China in the modern era.
1. What caused Lianda to be formed in Kunming?| A．Thinkers’ academic struggles. | B．Immense challenges. |
| C．Japanese aggression. | D．Educational heritage. |
| A．On foot. | B．By air. | C．By bus. | D．By bike. |
| A．A sense of personal loss. | B．A sense of trust. |
| C．A sense of achievement. | D．A sense of commitment. |
| A．Its campus remains a historical site. |
| B．This wartime system should now be re-established. |
| C．It becomes less and less important as time goes on. |
| D．Its spirit and contributions are key to China’s educational history. |
The Adventurous Tour
It was a perfect hot summer day. The sky was as blue as the ocean with white soft clouds floating like cotton candy. Tom, Sam, Jack and Ron were very excited. They were best friends and were going sailing that day. Tom’s dad gave them a boat named Flying Ranger which they liked very much. Their mothers packed some delicious snacks and juice for their journey. They were like kids in a candy store and waited eagerly to set sail and begin their adventure.
They joyfully began their journey. Their boat was sailing swiftly in the wind. They saw big white birds flying overhead. Their cries echoed(回响) in the clear summer sky. The sea was calm, with small waves gently swaying. The boys joked and laughed as they controlled the boat, feeling the freedom of the open sea.
“Oh, no! Look at that large shark. It is coming towards us! Help!” Suddenly, Jack screamed. They couldn’t immediately grasp what was going on. By the time they tried to turn the boat in the other direction, it was too late. The shark bit their boat and it started sinking slowly. They jumped into the water and shivered like leaves. They shouted, “Help!” But there was no one around. Fortunately, the shark also left with the boat sinking.
Finally, they swam and reached the shore of an island. The island was vast with white sand and tall coconut trees standing like bodyguards. The boys were happily exploring the place. All of a sudden, an enormous black scorpion(蝎子) appeared. The boys were shocked and their mouths fell open. The scorpion was as huge as an elephant and looked like a big monster with its sharp nails. The big scorpion started advancing towards them. The boys were frightened and began to run for their lives. They ran as fast as deer and took shelter in an old cave.
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The cave was dark and dusty, but the boys had no choice.
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Meanwhile, the parents were anxiously looking for their children.
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| A．sight | B．animal | C．chance | D．trip |
| A．performs | B．moves | C．waits | D．occurs |
| A．bought | B．comforted | C．spotted | D．posted |
| A．injured | B．blamed | C．trapped | D．punished |
| A．unfortunately | B．thankfully | C．astonishingly | D．gradually |
| A．closed off | B．gave up | C．arrived at | D．broke into |
| A．failing | B．agreeing | C．learning | D．refusing |
| A．dogs | B．friend | C．officers | D．driver |
| A．ordered | B．fed | C．handed | D．paid |
| A．free | B．busy | C．clean | D．safe |
| A．taken care of | B．brought up | C．laughed at | D．looked up to |
| A．stick | B．feet | C．tail | D．wheelchair |
| A．forgot | B．praised | C．persuaded | D．remembered |
| A．kindness | B．courage | C．honesty | D．insistence |
| A．desperate | B．tired | C．glad | D．disappointed |
1. How old is the speaker’s son?
| A．5. | B．15. | C．25. |
| A．Friends. | B．Pets. | C．Hair. |
| A．He kept his hair long. |
| B．He accepted a good beating. |
| C．He followed his father’s order. |
1. What makes the woman confused?
| A．Future choice. | B．Campus life. | C．Part-time jobs. |
| A．Find a full-time job. | B．Take her parents’ advice. | C．Stop having lots of fun. |
| A．Spending time studying. |
| B．Playing with her friends. |
| C．Asking her parents for pocket money. |
1. What is the woman’s grandma doing?
| A．Working in the field. | B．Making breakfast. | C．Planting vegetables. |
| A．About 100. | B．About 200. | C．About 300. |
| A．An old one. | B．A modern one. | C．A fashionable one. |
1. Where does the conversation take place?
| A．At home. | B．Over the phone. | C．In an office. |
| A．This morning. | B．This afternoon. | C．A few minutes ago. |
| A．The power. | B．The keyboard. | C．The connector. |
1. How does the man feel at the sight of the woman?
| A．Surprised. | B．Nervous. | C．Unhappy. |
| A．Go on a journey. | B．Attend a party. | C．Have a meeting. |
| A．Friends. | B．A couple. | C．Strangers. |
