1 . Four of the Most Comfortable Hotels in Boston

Sonder 907 Main

Across the Charles River in Cambridge, this brownstone has generous rooms at generous prices. Check-in is done via your phone, which then becomes the room key for your stay. All rooms are private, including the bathrooms. No hotel staff are on site before 8 am or after 6 pm, and there’s no breakfast. Rooms: From $55.

The Farrington Inn

Need a room for less than 100 bucks? The Farrington Inn, located in the student-favored area of Allston, will see you through. The bathrooms are shared, but for your money you get all you need, such as a double bed, TV, dresser, hairdryer, towels and free Wifi. Check-in is done at the reception desk. If you stay longer than five days, you’ll get a room with a small kitchen too (or access to the shared kitchen). Rooms: From $65.

The Newbury

Hidden in plain sight opposite the city’s lush Public Garden, this grand hotel brings warmth and tranquility (安宁) to every space, all dark wood and leather sofas. The beloved hotel has served a who’s who of guests over the last century, from the Duke and Duchess of Windsor to author Tennessee Williams, who wrote part of A Streetcar Named Desire while living at the hotel. Rooms: From $490.

The Langham Boston

Housed in Boston’s former Federal Reserve Bank, the hotel was injected an element of fun and colour, most noticeably through the hotel’s art collection, which pays respects to the building’s heritage. Visitors will find more than 300 pieces on display and rotated (轮换) every four months to keep things fresh. Rooms: From $405.

1. What do Sonder 907 Main and The Farrington Inn have in common?

A．They both have shared bathrooms.

B．They are both suitable for bargain hunters.

C．They both require self-service check-in.

D．They both offer breakfast.

2. Which hotel served some famous people?

A．Sonder 907 Main.

B．The Farrington Inn.

C．The Newbury.

D．The Langham Boston.

3. How is The Langham Boston different from the other hotels?

A．It houses some artworks.

B．It pays respects to its architectural designer.

C．It has a wide range of guest rooms.

D．It is open for four months every year.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the man’s opinion on the neighborhood here?

A．The people here are kind.

B．The apartments are expensive.

C．The environment has changed too much.

2. Where does the woman work?

A．On 43rd Street.

B．On 33rd Street.

C．On 23rd Street.

7 . 听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
1. How much rent would the man like to pay every month?

A．£400.

B．£800.

C．£950.

2. What is an advantage of the flat?

A．It’s convenient for shopping.

B．It’s in a quiet neighborhood.

C．It’s next to the man’s college.

3. What is the man going to do tomorrow?

A．Find another flat.

B．Move into the flat.

C．Check on the flat.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Who is the woman?

A．A hostess.

B．The man’s colleague.

C．A visitor to the leisure center.

2. Why is the leisure center so popular?

A．It has an excellent gym.

B．It has been widely advertised.

C．It is the only leisure center in the area.

3. What is under construction now?

A．Outdoor tennis courts.

B．A pool for children.

C．A diving area.

4. What is different about the leisure center?

A．There is a café selling healthy food.

B．It is much cheaper than other centers.

C．The facilities are of a very high quality.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the house like according to the speakers?

A．It is big enough.

B．It is in a poor condition.

C．It has a smooth floor.

2. What might happen to the house according to the woman?

A．It will be sold.

B．It will fall down.

C．It will remain empty.

3. What has the woman heard in the local store?

A．The news of repairs.

B．The sound of an accident.

C．The chat about a business.

4. What might worry the woman about having a hotel next door?

A．The safety.

B．The space.

C．The noise.