1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is special about the farm?

A．It produces traditional clothes.

B．It lies in the American countryside.

C．It shows country life in the late 19th century.

2. What does the speaker advise people to do?

A．Wear sports shoes.

B．Try using the tools.

C．Experience farm work.

3. What can children do on the farm?

A．Admire special clothes.

B．Walk dogs.

C．See farm animals.

4. What is the purpose of the talk?

A．To welcome new staff.

B．To explain some rules.

C．To attract more visitors.

2 . The Pacific Northwest is undoubtedly the best region for such an outdoor activity. The nature in these states is just amazing. From waterfalls to thick woods, this region is the best place for the nature lovers.

Toketee Falls

The Toketee Falls is just breathtaking. We are sure you have seen the falls on the Internet and you have fallen in love with this wonder. However, coming to the actual place will be an unforgettable experience. This is a perfect place for families, especially kids.

Carroll Rim Trail

The Pacific Northwest does not offer forests only. The Carroll Rim Trail in the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Oregon is one of the driest places in the region. But the place is equally amazing. By visiting the Carroll Rim Trail you will see the best sunsets ever, so be sure not to miss this place.

Oneonta Gorge

Oneonta Gorge is probably one of the most beautiful places in Oregon. This place provides hiking in shallow water while enjoying the incredible view of rocks covered with moss (苔藓) . It is recommended that this place should be visited in summer, since during this period the water level is the lowest. Walking in shallow cold water definitely pays off once you reach the Oneonta Gorge.

Mount Storm King

The Mount Storm King in Washington is one of the most visited places in the state. The incredible views of the mountains and the water provide a wonderful show for the nature lovers. The trail has an elevation ( 海拔) of 2, 300 feet, which means you have to come prepared. The difficult hiking is worth once you see the surroundings.

Keep this list in mind. Once you decide to see this region, you don’t want to miss these geographical features. We are sure you will regret not enjoying the wonders and the beauty of the nature.

1. Which place should a couple with 3 kids choose?

A．Toketee Falls.	B．Carroll Rim Trail.
C．Oneonta Gorge.	D．Mount Storm King.

2. What is special about Carroll Rim Trail among the 4 destinations?

A．It is the highest.

B．The falls here are wonderful.

C．The rocks are covered with moss.

D．It is the only place where you can’t play with water.

3. Which kind of people might visit Mount Storm King?

A．Those who dislike making plan.	B．Those who want to enjoy sunset.
C．Those who enjoy staying with kids.	D．Those who are tough and in good condition.

3 . 课本原文填空

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4 . Libraries are the temple for book lovers, the main source of knowledge and wisdom. Here are the biggest libraries in the world.

The Library of Congress

The Library of Congress in the US is the biggest library in the world, whose collections are from all around the world. The library has a collection of 32 million cataloged books. It receives 22,000 copies per day from the publication produced in the US. Some of the major works stored in the library are Rough Draft of the Declaration of Independence, the world’s most famous architectural designs and so on.

The British Library

The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is the second biggest library in the world. It holds 150 million items from different countries. It receives 8,000 copies per day from the publication produced in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Its collection includes 14 million books. Every year over 3 million items are added to the library. The major highlights of the library collection are Diamond Sutra and Alice’s Adventures under Ground.

Library and Archives (档案馆) Canada (LAC)

Canada has the third biggest library in the world. The library holds 20 million books, 24 million photographs and a lot of digital works. Its collection includes The Proclamation of the Canadian Constitution Act, the British North America Act and many more precious works.

The New York Public Library (NYPL)

It is the fourth largest library in the world. It is the public library having 87 branches. The library has a collection of 53 million items. It also has four research libraries which are open to the general public. You can ask and discover about anything on the official website of NYPL.

1. Which of the following works is stored in the Library of Congress?

A．The British North America Act.

B．Alice’s Adventures under Ground.

C．Rough Draft of the Declaration of Independence.

D．The Proclamation of the Canadian Constitution Act.

2. How many new items does the British Library receive every year?

A．About 22,000.	B．More than 8,000.
C．About 14 million.	D．More than 3 million.

3. Which library owns an official website where you can search for all information?

A．Library and Archives Canada.	B．The Library of Congress.
C．The New York Public Library.	D．The British Library.

5 . World Book Day, also known as World Book and Copyright Day, is a yearly event organized by the UNESCO to promote reading, publishing and copyright. The first World Book Day was celebrated on April 23 in 1995. As this year’s day for knowledge is coming, let’s take a look at the world’s fascinating libraries and enjoy their charm.

Library of Alexandria

The Alexandria Library in Alexandria, Egypt, was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. The library, destroyed in 415 AD and rebuilt in 2002, is not only a library, but also a museum and scientific research institution (机构). It is known as the Egyptian cultural center and a lighthouse of thought, culture and science.

National Library of Indonesia

The Indonesian National Library, located in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, has the most complete collection of publications in the country, recording the history, culture and information of Indonesia in various times. Manuscripts (手稿) written on leaves, bamboos and Indonesian native paper are some of the rare (罕有的) items kept in the collection.

Vasconcelos Library

Vasconcelos Library is located in the downtown area of Mexico city. It was designed by the famous Mexican architect Alberto Kalach, and named after Jose Vasconcelos, the philosopher and former president of the National Library of Mexico. It was completed in May 2006 and opened to the public.

Mazarin Library

Mazarin Library is located within the Institute of France, on the left bank of Seine in Paris. Created in the 17th century, it has one of the richest collections of rare books and manuscripts in modern France, and is the oldest public library in the country.

1. Which of the following keep manuscripts as collections according to the text?

A．Vasconcelos Library and Mazarin Library.

B．Library of Alexandria and Mazarin Library.

C．National Library of Indonesia and Mazarin Library.

D．National Library of Indonesia and Vasconcelos Library.

2. What can we learn about the libraries?

A．Library of Alexandria is the biggest in Egypt.

B．National Library of Indonesia is also a cultural center.

C．Vasconcelos Library was named after its designer.

D．The most ancient public library of France lies in Paris.

3. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To report World Book Day.	B．To suggest traveling abroad.
C．To share various collections of books.	D．To introduce some wonderful libraries.