1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Why is the market in Thailand called “floating market”?

A．People come and go at the market.

B．People sell things from their boats.

C．People buy things through computers.

2. What can you buy at the market on the Grand Place in Belgium?

A．Fruit.

B．Flowers.

C．Toys.

3. When is the Sonora Market in Mexico City open?

A．Every day except Monday.

B．Every day from six in the morning till noon.

C．Every day from early in the morning till late at night.

4. Which group of people may like to go to the Camden Market in England?

A．The young.

B．The old.

C．Children.

2 . What is the restaurant’s specialty?

A．American food.

B．Italian food.

C．Thai food.

3 . Four Amusement Parks in Orlando

Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Opened in 1999, it is a unique amusement park with eight distinct themed islands for visitors to explore. There are countless rides, activities, and shows to be found throughout the islands. Costumed characters can often be found wandering through the park, making for some excellent photo opportunities.

Phone: 407-224-4233
Universal Studios Florida

If you’re a big movie fan, visiting it is a dream come true. The grounds are crowded with all sorts of exciting rides and attractions. Visitors will feel like they’ve been transported into their favorite fictional worlds. The park is also an operational movie andTV production facility, meaning that visitors might even have the chance to see a real film crew(工作人员) at work.

Phone: 407-363-8000

SeaWorld Orlando

With its many world-class aquariums(水族馆), it is one of the best places in the city to get up close and personal with the incredible marine(海生的) life that lives in the waters around Florida. Visitors will have the chance to see dolphins, sharks, turtles, and so on. It also offers roller coasters, rides for children, and valuable information about wildlife conservation.

Phone: 407-545-5550
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Sitting on a 335-acre property in Tampa, it offers thrilling amusement park rides, live entertainment for all ages, and has one of the largest zoos in the United States. More than12,000 different animals live in the park; many of these animals are native to Africa, and visitors can take exciting safari-style tours if they want to see the animals up close. Special events on how to protect wildlife are held throughout the year.

Phone: 813-884-4386
1. Which number should a film lover call?

A．407-224-4233.	B．407-363-8000.
C．407-545-5550.	D．813-884-4386.

2. Where can you watch animals native to Africa?

A．In SeaWorld Orlando.	B．In Universal Studios Florida.
C．In Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.	D．In Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

3. What do the last two parks have in common?

A．They are intended for child tourists.

B．They focus on sea animal attractions.

C．They are among the largest zoos in the US.

D．They provide information on wildlife protection.

4 . THE WORLD’S UNUSUAL AIRLINES

Pet Airways

Founded in 2009 in Delray Beach, Florida, Pet Airways was an airline specially designed for pets such as cats and dogs. Each plane could carry about 50 pets, with “Pet Attendants” checking on them every 15 minutes. The airline operated for about two years, serving a dozen US cities. In 2012, the airline ran into financial trouble and started canceling flights. It shut down completely the following year, after having ferried about 9,000 pets.

JPATS

Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation System (JPATS) is the largest prison (监狱) transport network in the world. It is an airline of the US government that transports prisoners to and from detention centers, courts and prisons. It is sometimes also called “Con Air”. Although the airline is mainly used for a prison, it also takes part in military and state law operations.

Skytraders

Skytraders is an Australian airline that provides special air services for the Australian Federal Government. It was founded in 1979 and is headquartered at 180 Jersey Road, Woollahra, New South Wales, Australia. This airline offers flights to Antarctica. The airline was chosen because of its great safety systems. An ACJ (Airbus Corporate Jet) is operated between Hobart and a hard glacier (冰川) runway near Casey Station.

Janet Airlines

Janet Airlines, commonly known as Janet, is an unofficial name given to top-secret aircraft that carry high-ranking officials to Special Access Facilities. The airline can be seen serving the mysterious Area 51 and Tonopah Test Range. The passengers in Janet Airlines board through the west side of the airport, from a special part of Harry Reid International Airport. This area isn’t open to other civilians and there is also a small terminal (航站楼) building for Janet’s passengers.

1. When did Pet Airways close down?

A．In 1979.

B．In 2009.

C．In 2012.

D．In 2013.

2. What do we know about JPATS?

A．It is used for a prison.	B．It transported officials only.
C．It offers flights to Antarctica.	D．It stopped because of fund shortage.

3. What is unique about Janet Airlines?

A．It is specially designed for pets.

B．It offers special service to government officials.

C．Its plane needs to operate on a hard ice runway.

D．It has a special private terminal for its own passengers.

5 . What type of place is the man probably living in?

A．The dormitory.

B．A house.

C．An apartment.

6 . For children with special needs, outings can be difficult if they are limited by mobility challenges or struggle to communicate. Luckily, more and more museums are reaching out to children with special needs. The following are the best museums for special needs children.

Please Touch Museum

The Please Touch Museum’s “Play Without Boundaries” event for special needs children struggles to make visiting the museum comfortable for families — even before they arrive. Parents can download “Museum Stories”, a 16-page booklet with photographs that describe everything from waiting in line at the entrance to dressing up as an astronaut in Space Station.

Boston Children’s Museum

Children with special needs and their families will find the museum is accessible, welcomes service animals, and offers regularly scheduled ASL (American Sign Language) interpreted programs. A limited number of wheelchairs, sound-reducing ear muffs, and amplified listening devices for KidStage Theater performance are available at no charge.

Chicago Children’s Museum

The museum’s “Play for All” events, held the second Saturday of each month, invite families and children with disabilities to the museum an hour prior to the usual opening. Pre-registration is required and the first 250 visitors receive free admission.

Miami Children’s Museum

One Saturday each month, the Miami Children’s Museum closes to the general public and opens its doors for a special event for special needs children. After engaging in art class, kids can relax in a cool-down room. Without the large crowds, children can participate in creative performances and imaginative play while practicing social interaction and self-expression in are laxing environment.

1. What do we know about Boston Children’s Museum?

A．It provides some basic facilities for free.

B．It serves visitors before they arrive.

C．It offers oral English training programs.

D．It welcomes pet animals.

2. What is special about Chicago Children’s Museum?

A．It closes on weekdays.

B．Visitors should sigh up in advance.

C．It’s held each Saturday.

D．It’s free for all visitors.

3. Which program is suitable for children who like acting?

A．Please Touch Museum.

B．Boston Children’s Museum.

C．Chicago Children’s Museum.

D．Miami Children’s Museum.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. How did the speaker book the hotel room?

A．Over the phone.

B．Through a friend.

C．On the website.

2. Why did the speaker call the hotel on travel day?

A．To change a hotel room.

B．To ask the way get there.

C．To inform them of their delay.

3. Who is Marty?

A．Another hotel guest.

B．The speaker’s friend.

C．A hotel clerk.

4. What is the speaker dissatisfied with about the hotel?

A．The curtains.

B．The fridge.

C．The bathroom.

8 . Overview

This amazing property sits on 5 acres, just 15 minutes from Redding. Has a full basketball court and an amazing swimming pool with a waterslide. Sleeps 12 people with 2 Kings,2 Queens, and 2 bunk bed sets. This is a shared property; the house is a completely separate home. Home has two separate cooking areas and living spaces, perfect for separating groups if needed. Hot bathtub is optional as well upon request. Everything is new and feels like you’re at a scenic spot. Please note: As this is a shared property, we screen all requests to find families/groups for the best fit for our family and a great fit for our guests, as well. We want everyone who stays here to enjoy themselves to the fullest. Pool is not and cannot be heated. Swimming is only during summer and early fall. We are required by Shasta County to charge a 10% rental tax.

Price

$440/Night

What This Rental Offers

Air Conditioning             Refrigerator             Microwave             Stove

Towels Provided             TV                           Washer                    Wi-Fi

Reviews

Amazing facilities!

We had 11 people staying in the house, we spent most of our time in the pool. They have a baseball field, tennis/basketball court, football/soccer field. Hanging beds around a fireplace. Truly spectacular place to stay.

Family Favorite!

Nice place! The house was clean, comfortable and well supplied. Very nice landscaping with lots of activities. We had fun playing tennis at the tennis court. Thanks for letting us stay at your property. We enjoyed our stay.

1. What can people do in the property?

A．Swim in winter.	B．Wander at a scenic spot.
C．Cook in the living room.	D．Play baseball in the court.

2. How much will it cost if a family check in on Friday and check out the next Monday?

A．$1936.

B．$1760.

C．$1452.

D．$1320.

3. Where can we probably read this passage?

A．A trip website.

B．A guide book.

C．A housing contract.

D．A travel brochure.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Which is NOT the reason why the man dislikes the city?

A．The air is not fresh.

B．It’s too noisy.

C．Parking the car is difficult in the city.

2. How does the woman feel about moving?

A．She is eager to move to the countryside.

B．She prefers to move to another city

C．She doesn’t really want to move,

3. What does the man plan to do?

A．Move out of the city.

B．Find a new job.

C．Buy a house in the city.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How does the woman feel when asked about her offer price of the flat?

A．Anxious.

B．Embarrassed.

C．Uncertain.

2. What is the greatest advantage of the woman’s flat?

A．Its size.

B．Its condition.

C．Its location.

3. Who will the woman talk to later?

A．Her parents.

B．Her husband.

C．Her neighbour.