A.For friendly neighbors. |
B.For a convenient location. |
C.For a comfortable living environment. |
A.Solar. | B.Water. | C.Electricity. |
3 . Sometimes accommodation can feel restricting when you’re traveling. If you’re in an unfamiliar country, it might be tempting (有吸引力的) just to go and stay in a hotel. It doesn’t hurt to step out of your comfort zone from time to time though, and there are plenty of accommodation options that aren’t hotels that are easily accessible and not too hard on the wallet.
Home Swap
There is a way to stay in a beautiful home for a minimal cost. The hidden disadvantage? A stranger is also staying in your home. Home swaps are increasing in popularity and there are sites dedicated to giving you peace of mind so that you can enjoy your holiday in the comfort that your home isn’t being messed up.
Houseboat
The perfect option for those who love the water, houseboats come in all levels of luxury, so you should be able to find one that suits your budget. It could be tough to get the hang of controlling your home if you’re unfamiliar with boats, but it a skill that you should pick up relatively quickly!
Igloo
Obviously not an option in anywhere warm, staying in an igloo for a night is actually a lot warmer than you think! Don’t worry about accommodation experience, there are plenty of igloos around the world that can provide services as varied as ice bars and hot bathtubs, so you can survive this odd experience in comfort and without freezing.
Cottage
A great way to provide freedom and a “home away from home” feeling is to rent a cottage on your holiday. A cottage can give authentic, home y feel to a foreign country. Most can comfortably fit a family and give children plenty of space to play, so a cottage is a great option for the family holiday.
1. What is the advantage of home swap?A.It can make travelers relaxed. | B.It has beautifully decorated rooms. |
C.It provides good traditional cuisine. | D.It can help you interact with a stranger. |
A.Comfort. | B.Diet. | C.Location. | D.Reservation. |
A.Home Swap. | B.Houseboat. | C.Cottage. | D.Igloo. |
4 . The philosophy that can help you keep your home organized
How can we clean up our space and keep it that way? That’s a question that Star Hansen thinks a lot about. She’s a professional organizer who teaches classes on home organizing. She believes that keeping your home neat and tidy is a continual process.
Understand your chaos
Hansen says everyone’s chaos tells a personal story. What becomes chaos and where your chaos build up can say a lot about what’s going on with you. If you have unwanted piles of stuff around your house, ask yourself: What’s making it hard to throw them away? For example, a uniform that hasn’t fit for years.
Start small
When it comes to organizing, don’t bite off more than you can chew. If you start with too big a goal, you might get discouraged if the job takes too long. So don’t try to clean your entire garage in one afternoon.
It’s easy to be organized the day after tidying. But what happens when you come home from a trip and are too tired to unpack your luggage? Or when you get the flu and are too sick to clean up? The key to staying organized is to create practices that can be easily maintained. Make a system that works for you even when you’ve got a cold. For example, label storage containers on all four sides so they’re easier to spot.
A.Make it easy to stay organized |
B.Abandon the fancy storage boxes |
C.Instead, start with something less challenging |
D.Maybe it reveals a longing for your former profession |
E.That attitude can help you let go of things you don’t need |
F.You have to take the time to create systems that work for you |
G.Make sure your most used items are always the easiest to reach |
Have you ever forgotten to lock the door of your house or switch off the TV? These kinds of things often happen to us,
Your home will learn your daily routine and
This smart technology is not
Xiaoxihu Block, once a run-down area in Nanjing, housed 810 families in
After many surveys and consultations, the local government adopted a new approach to the improvement of living conditions while
The developer improved water, electricity, Internet, and gas access with a utility tunnel,
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8 . There are some palaces in Europe that you may be interested to know about.
Royal Palace of Madrid, SpainIt takes the title of the largest European palace by floor area and it is one of the largest palaces in the world. The Royal Palace of Madrid was built in the 18th century by order of Philip V on the site of the old Alcázar fortress, a former Moorish castle. With over 135,000 square metres and 3,418 rooms, it has seeded centuries of Spanish history. It is one of the few official seats of a head of state that is open to the public.
Royal Palace of Brussels, BelgiumIt is a historic and the most wonderful building in Brussels, Belgium, next to Brussels Park. The Royal Palace of Brussels is the King’s main workplace, where he works daily with his staff. A tradition has been established since 1965 to open the Royal Palace of Brussels to the public normally from the 21 July until the beginning of September.
Pena Palace, PortugalIt is the most popular attraction in Sintra, Portugal, and the main reason why so many people visit the small mountain town less than one hour’s drive from the country’s capital city, Lisbon. The colorful palace perched upon a hill looks like something out of a fairy tale. Its yellow and bright red appearance makes Pena Palace one of the most picturesque places in Europe. The UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) site has a rich history that dates all the way back to the Middle Ages.
Palace of Venaria, ItalyIt is a former royal living places and gardens located in Venaria Reale, near Turin in the Metropolitan City of Turin of the Piedmont region in northern Italy. It is one of the largest palaces in the world. It is one of the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.
1. Which palace covers the largest floor area in Europe?A.Royal Palace of Madrid. | B.Pena Palace. |
C.Royal Palace of Brussels. | D.Palace of Venaria. |
A.In February. | B.In June. | C.In August. | D.In October. |
A.They are both in Asia. |
B.They are both small palaces. |
C.They are both forty minutes’ drive from the capital. |
D.They are both listed in the UNESCO World Heritage. |
9 . Kenny Eating House is always crowded in the late afternoons right up to midnight. You will see many people
But having found a place to sit is not the
Once the waiter comes to
Whenever the crowd gets too thick. the tables will be
A.sitting | B.standing | C.serving | D.playing |
A.occupied | B.accessible | C.abandoned | D.vacant |
A.indication | B.adaptation | C.motivation | D.violation |
A.gazing at | B.splitting into | C.bumping into | D.diving for |
A.invite | B.wave | C.lead | D.welcome |
A.start | B.point | C.result | D.end |
A.deal with | B.apply for | C.attend to | D.call for |
A.even if | B.now that | C.as though | D.in case |
A.stupid | B.terrible | C.clever | D.aggressive |
A.customers | B.passengers | C.candidates | D.waiters |
A.place | B.serve | C.take | D.reserve |
A.indecisive | B.indifferent | C.incorrect | D.independent |
A.Initially | B.Usually | C.Abruptly | D.Fortunately |
A.gesture | B.signal | C.atmosphere | D.schedule |
A.shared | B.covered | C.combined, | D.mixed |
A.weakening | B.deafening | C.brightening | D.strengthening |
A.increase | B.drop | C.thin | D.accumulate |
A.good-looking | B.peace loving | C.easy-going | D.hard-working |
A.pulls up | B.winds down | C.breaks down | D.tears up |
A.happiness | B.calmness | C.darkness | D.madness |
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I like the sea. Bringing up by the sea, I’m deeply attached of the blue sea. In the morning, when there are not many passer-by, I like to go to the seaside alone and feel the charm of the sea.
As breeze comes, the ripples (涟漪) in the sea will rise and fall, just like fairies dancing merry on the water. As I watch a waves, I can also smelt the saltiness of the sea. When the sun gradually rise from the east, the sunshine seems give the sea a golden cover. At this very moment, I cannot help but to shout, “How beautiful scenery it is!”