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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Last night it snowed and it
This morning, when Priestley got up, the light
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. |
6 . If you were to see an injured animal on the side of the road, what would you do? Would you stop? Call 911? Call Animal Control? It’s a(n)
Florida citizen, Patrick Hennessey, was driving into work at 4:30 one morning when he
Officers Boggs and Reed
The officers didn’t leave the dogs’ side until Animal Services arrived. Boggs and Reed ensured the dogs were
After some rest and treatment, the injured dog was back on her
People from all over the country praised the officers for their
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. What is the man?
A.A student. | B.A professor. | C.A reporter. |
A.Studying space. | B.Reading books. | C.Collecting coins. |
A.He buys them from others. |
B.He receives them from his uncle. |
C.He gets them from the bank. |
1. Which restaurant is on the third floor?
A.The Tokyo Restaurant. |
B.The Noodle House. |
C.The Golden Dragon. |
A.They are humorous. | B.They are very kind. | C.They are a little serious. |
A.The fifth. | B.The fourth. | C.The third. |
A.Doing a research. | B.Calling for support. | C.Introducing places to eat. |
9 . How to improve your memory?
It’s generally accepted that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but when it comes to the brain, scientists have discovered this old saying simply isn’t true.
Don’t skip the physical exercise. While mental exercise is important for brain health, that doesn’t mean you never need to break a sweat. Physical exercise helps your brain stay sharp.
Get enough sleep. There is a big difference between the amount of sleep you can get and the amount you need to function at your best. The truth is that over 95% of adults need 7.5 to 9 hours of sleep every night.
Make time for friends. When you think of ways to improve memory, do you think of “serious” activities such as mastering chess strategies, or is it more relaxing pastimes—hanging out with friends or enjoying a funny movie?
A.Keep stress in check. |
B.Give your brain a workout. |
C.If you’re like most of us, it’s probably the former. |
D.Even losing a few hours of sleep makes a difference! |
E.In fact, interacting with others may provide the best kind of brain exercise. |
F.The human brain has an astonishing ability to adapt and change, even into old age. |
G.It increases oxygen to your brain and reduces the risk for disorders that lead to memory loss. |
10 . With the beautiful snow-coated landscapes, winter reveals a different world of national parks with significantly fewer crowds. Here are some of the best national parks in the US for a winter getaway.
Acadia National Park, MaineBetween October and March, Acadia National Park’s Cadillac Mountain, the tallest mountain on the east coast, offers hikers epic views of the first sunrise in the country. Because the roads are closed to motor vehicles during the winter, those who undertake the 3.5-mile hike from Park Loop Road are rewarded with a stunning view all to themselves. Snowmobiling in the park is another special experience for visitors.
Mount Rainier National Park, Washington StateMount Rainier National Park in Washington State is one of the oldest national parks in the US and a playground for outdoor enthusiasts in winter. Unlike other snow-crowded resorts, this park allows visitors to heartily enjoy snowmobiling, sledding and snowshoeing. Its hotel offers comfortable rooms with views of Mount Rainier, and tasty local dishes.
Denali National Park, AlaskaWith its remote location and minimal light pollution, Denali National Park is an ideal place for photographers to capture the northern lights during the aurora (极光) season, between September and April. Visitors in this crowd-free park can spot wildlife such as wolves and black bears, which remain active in the winter.
Chaco Culture National Historical Park, New MexicoIn northern New Mexico, Chaco Culture National Historical Park holds stone great houses, which were the largest buildings in North America until the mid-18th century. Accessible for most of the winter, the park can see fewer than 10 visitors a day in colder months. Photographers can capture landscapes amid the constellations (星群) by night.
1. What experience can visitors only have in Acadia National Park?A.The longest hiking route. |
B.The earliest sunrise in USA. |
C.Snowshoeing and snowmobiling. |
D.Comfortable accommodation. |
A.Acadia National Park. |
B.Mount Rainier National Park. |
C.Denali National Park. |
D.Chaco Culture National Historical Park. |
A.Snow and ice activities. |
B.A chance to meet wildlife. |
C.Cultural heritage sites. |
D.An escape from the crowds. |