1 . Yellowstone Poster Exhibition to Be on View at UW’s Coe Library

A first-of-its-kind exhibition that focuses on the history of Yellowstone National Park posters will be on display at the University of Wyoming’s Coe Library beginning Tuesday, February 1.

“Wonderland Illustrated” will present posters and poster-style illustrations of the park spanning from the 1870s through 2022. The exhibition will be located on Level 3 of Coe Library. It will be on view through Tuesday, May 31.

The exhibition takes place at the same time as this year’s 150th anniversary of the creation of Yellowstone National Park. The posters in the exhibition serve the purpose of both advertising and art.

“We’re thrilled to be working with Yellowstone collectors Jack and Susan Davís, and Larry and Thea Lancaster to bring this exhibition to the University of Wyoming as part of year-long celebrations recognizing Yellowstone’s 150th anniversary,” says Tamsen Hert, head of UW Libraries’ Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections. “This exhibition involves the history of printing, art, photography and advertising over 16 decades. The images reproduced are found on travel brochures, postcards and maps—many of which are held in our collections.”

One poster from the exhibition—Henry Wellge’s “Yellowstone National Park” from1904—was recently purchased with donated funds and is now part of UW Libraries’ Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections. Wellge, a productive bird’s-eye-view artist, designed the piece for the Northern Pacific Railroad, which used it to advertise the park. This is a unique piece, as posters such as this one were printed on soft paper and very few have survived.

1. How long will the exhibition “Wonderland Illustrated” last?

A．Two weeks.

B．Three months.

C．Four months.

D．One year.

2. What is a purpose of the exhibition?

A．To remember a famous artist.	B．To raise fund for Coe Library.
C．To mark the anniversary of a national park.	D．To tell the history of the University of Wyoming.

3. What do we know about the 1904 poster Henry Wellge designed?

A．It is rare in the world.	B．It is in black and white.
C．It is printed on cloth.	D．It is owned by a professor.

2 . The following is the information of some excellent hotels at the famous resort (度假胜地) for skiers in Italy.   

Hotel Ela

£550 per person

The hotel Ela lies in the center of the resort, only 100 m from the main ski lift and 300 m from the ski school meeting point. It is ideal for those who prefer a hotel which is very close to all the resort’s action.

Rooms (2-4 people): Twin rooms with cable TV, hairdryer, shower and WC. All rooms have recently been redecorated.

Hotel Sport

£540 per person

It is near shops, bars and restaurants. The hotel is a great choice for those looking for lively nightlife. The famous bar is just on the ground floor.

Rooms (2-4 people): All rooms are located on the 2nd and 3rd floors and have hairdryer, mini-safe, satellite TV, shower and WC.

Please note: This hotel doesn’t accept groups larger than 6 people.

Hotel Xalet Verdu

£559 per person

It is an attractive hotel decorated in the traditional style and offers comfortable accommodation. The atmosphere is welcoming. It is 300m from the main ski lift and the village center.

Garage: £10 a day

64 rooms: Twin or double bedrooms with shower, hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone and safe.

Villa Cary Hotel

£540 per person

The Villa Cary is a small but well located hotel with comfortable rooms for two people making it ideal for couples. You’re guaranteed a warm welcome from the English owner.

Rooms (2 people): Pleasantly furnished double bedrooms with cable TV, mini-safe and bathrooms with shower and WC.

1. What is the benefit of staying in Hotel Ela?

A．It’s the cheapest of all the hotels.

B．It’s the best among all the hotels.

C．It’s convenient for the resort’s activities.

D．It has rooms with cable TV and a hairdryer.

2. What is the characteristic of Hotel Sport?

A．Guests can enjoy the exciting nightlife there.

B．All its rooms have just been redecorated.

C．It sometimes offers free accommodation.

D．It is the largest of all the hotels.

3. How much should you pay to use a garage for a week in Hotel Xalet Verdu?

A．£90.

B．£70.

C．£30.

D．£10.

4. Which hotel is probably the best choice for a couple on their honeymoon?

A．Hotel Ela.	B．Hotel Sport.
C．Villa Cary Hotel.	D．Hotel Xalet Verdu.

5. Which of the hotels is the most expensive?

A．Hotel Ela.	B．Hotel Sport.
C．Villa Cary Hotel.	D．Hotel Xalet Verdu.

3 . Want to experience the modern style at the New York Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan? We have got a lot to offer here.

GUEST ROOMS

Spacious and stylish guest rooms include all necessities for an unforgettable stay. Each guest room features a marble bath, in-room thermostat (恒温器) control, 37-inch HDTV with HD channels and guide, on-demand HD entertainment, a spacious work area, and two telephones with voice mail.

SUITES

Our luxurious, modern suite accommodations arc on high floors and provide all the desirable facilities of our guest rooms while adding spacious living areas and access to our Executive Lounge (贵宾室).

ACCESSIBLE ROOMS

Enjoy added features for your ease of use such as lowered in-room thermostat controls, remote control curtains, raised beds and cither tubs or roll-in showers, which arc all specially designed for the disabled. You will also find desirable facilities such as 37-inch or larger HDTVs, depending on the room type chosen, on-demand HD entertainment, large work spaces, and two telephones with voice mail.

EXECUTIVE LOUNGE

The room is open seven days a week and features daily continental breakfast, snacks in the evenings and continuous coffee and tea service.

HIGHLIGHTS

•We’ve proudly hosted every US president since Kennedy.

•Rated highest in New York City for WiFi confidence and connectivity by Business Traveler magazine.

•Surrounded by top New York City attractions like Times Square, Rockefeller Center & Broadway.

BEST PRICE GUARANTEE

We guarantee you always get the lowest price when you reserve a room through an official Hilton booking channel. If you find a lower price anywhere else, we will match that price and give you an additional $50 back.

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1. Which of the following should be most suitable for a person with disabilities?

A．SUITES.	B．GUEST ROOMS.
C．ACCESSIBLE ROOMS.	D．EXECUTIVE LOUNGE.

2. Which of the following can set the New York Hilton Hotel apart from the rest?

A．The exploration of wilderness.	B．The reception of US presidents.
C．On demand HD entertainment.	D．Remote control curtains.

3. If you are charged $30 more at the New York Hilton Hotel than booking with a travel agency, how much will the hotel give back to you?

A．$80.

B．$50.

C．$30.

D．$ 20.

4 . Libraries are places to preserve cultural heritage, develop information resources and carry out social education. Let’s look at some of the most beautiful libraries in the world.

Vennesla Library and Culture House, Norway

The library is one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. Opened in 2011, this library is an important site for concerts, theatrical performances and film screenings. The design of the library is unique. The building is supported by 27 laminated (层压的) wood arches that hold the roof up.

Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Italy

The library is one of the largest and most important libraries in Italy. It preserves one of the most important collections of Greek, Latin and Asian manuscripts (手稿) in the entire world. Some of them are the most precious pieces. The library specializes in Venetian history and classic philology. Its collection of antique maps is also very significant.

Stacja Kultura, Poland

Thanks to a recent restoration, a station that was once in ruins underwent an architectural change. The library might seem unremarkable from the outside, but the innovative project and its division into a train station, public library and cultural center have certainly made this building worth a visit.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, United States

The library is the main source of literary archives (档案), ancient manuscripts and rare books at Yale University, and it’s visited by students and researchers from around the world. Completed in 1963, the library is home to the Bollingen Prize for Poetry which is awarded biennially, and the Windham-Campbell Prizes which are awarded annually for fiction, literary essays, poetry, and theater.

1. Which library will attract people interested in the stage?

A．Vennesla Library and Culture House.	B．Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana.
C．Stacja Kultura.	D．Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library.

2. Which aspect makes Stacja Kultura different from the other three libraries?

A．Its architecture.

B．Its collection.

C．Its location.

D．Its original owner.

3. What do the second library and the fourth library have in common?

A．They have a long history.	B．They are favored by movie lovers.
C．They hold some precious treasures.	D．They are the most important libraries.

5 . Best French Castles to Visit

Palace of Versailles

The palace was built as a small hunting house by Louis XII in 1624. Eight years later, he expanded it to a castle. Later, his successors also expanded it, causing it to become one of the largest palaces of the world. The Museum of the History of France is located inside the Palace of Versailles, where guests may explore the past of the castle and its residents.

Mont Saint-Michel

Constructed during the 8th century, it is located on a rocky island off the north coast of   France. It is said that the Archangel Michael had pressured Aubert, bishop (主教) of the nearby hilltop town of Avranches, into having a church built atop the island. Its special position made it readily defensible as an incoming tide blocked or drowned would-be attackers.

Chateau de Chantilly

Located in the town of Chantilly, this beautiful castle was built between 1528- 1531 for the Duke Anne de Montmorency by Pierre Chambiges. Every two years, a splendid fireworks competition is held in the castle gardens. This popular event brings many visitors in from around the world.

Chateau de Chenonceau

The castle was built on the River Cher during the 11th century, but its true history began after HenryⅡgifted the castle to his lover, Diane de Poitiers. From then on, it was a long succession of female owners. More recently, a female-led team of restorers have made it truly shine once again. Head inside to see its brilliant furnishings and tapestries (挂毯)and outside to enjoy its gardens on a sunny day.

1. Who originally built the Palace of Versailles?

A．Louis XII.

B．HenryⅡ.

C．Aubert.

D．Pierre Chambiges.

2. Where can you enjoy a fireworks competition?

A．In Mont Saint-Michel.	B．In Chateau de Chantilly.
C．In Palace of Versailles.	D．In Chateau de Chenonceau.

3. What is special about Chateau de Chenonceau?

A．It is on a rocky island.	B．It has the longest history.
C．It includes a museum in it.	D．It is a female-owned castle.

6 . What comes to mind when you think of a museum? Valuable exhibits? Relaxed atmosphere? Here let's encounter some special museums.

The Museum of Bad Art

The Museum of Bad Art based in Boston, Massachusetts, will bring you a quite different visual experience. As its name implies, all pieces have made their way to the museum for being too bad to be ignored.

All the paintings have been found in yard sales, rescued from the trash or donated to the museum. When viewing such a large collection of failed art, be prepared to laugh your head off.

Luoyang Ancient Tombs Museum

Established in 1984 and opened to the public in 1987, the Luoyang Ancient Tombs Museum sits in a complex of grand buildings in the architectural style of the Han Dynasty.

The distinctive museum consists of two sections. The aboveground part features models of tombs from the Stone Age to the Han Dynasty. The underground one contains 22 tombs from Henan Province. The tomb of Emperor Xuanwu of Northern Wei is the highlight of the museum.

The Underwater Museum

Fancy an undersea exploration but have no idea where to go? Then the Underwater Museum at the bottom of Lake Grublsee in Austria can be a good choice.

This incredible museum is perfect for adventurous divers, which surely gives visitors a unique experience. It houses not only copies of ancient people and cultural relics, but also fun, strange pieces like the Statue of Liberty, aliens and skeletons (骨架).

Upside Down House

Another strange museum is the Upside Down House in St. Petersburg. It features an apartment where everything is turned upside down.

When you walk into the house, you will feel quite confused and find the entire museum very impressive. With each item in the apartment turned head over heels, you would experience the illusion (错觉) that comes with standing on the ceiling.

1. Which museum best suits diving enthusiasts?

A．Upside Down House.	B．The Museum of Bad Art.
C．The Underwater Museum.	D．Luoyang Ancient Tombs Museum.

2. What can people do in the Museum of Bad Art?

A．Enjoy a big collection of failed art.	B．See several copies of cultural relics.
C．Experience visual illusion in person.	D．Visit historical and grand buildings.

3. What do the four museums have in common?

A．They are located in Europe.	B．They focus on human nature.
C．They show respect for life.	D．They are special museums.

7 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Stall holders (小摊贩) at     1     bustling night market in Dongyang, Zhejiang province, now have one less thing to worry about after the local trade union federation helped establish a child care center, which spend the same amount of time on a daily basis tending their youngsters as they do     2     (earn) bread and butter at night.

The center     3     (launch) in June on Zhenxing Road to help relieve the pressure on many of those running its 435 street stalls, many of     4     are migrant workers from around the country     5     local relatives to help take care of their children.

During a visit     6     (early) this year to the crowded and noisy market in the     7     (city) Wuning subdistrict, Mao Fenghua, head of the local trade union federation, found a child doing homework near a street stall. “The night market is noisy and crowded. It is hard for the children to keep their attention     8     (focus) on their studies with all the noise, and the parents will never be able to concentrate on their business     9     they have to look after their children,” she said.

Mao visited every stall along the road to learn about     10     (convenient) facing the parents. One of these was Xia Qiongfang, from Hubei province, who sells screen protectors for mobile devices at the night market alongside her husband.

8 . 语法填空

Hutongs are the many little alleys that connect the courtyards of     1     (tradition) houses. They are a feature of ancient Chinese architecture. Nowadays, hutongs also refer to the courtyards and the communities there. Most of Beijing’s hutongs were built between the 13^th and 19^th    2     (century). The Emperors during these periods built hutongs to help keep control over the city. They were then able to place guards at the entrances of the     3     (vary) of hutongs, making it easier to keep     4     eye on people’s movements. People’s houses     5     (build) facing each other around courtyards,    6     people supported each other, and shared the joy and sorrow, and played together. Towards the end of the Qing Dynasty, hutongs were built     7     (house) the increasing population, but they were     8     (poor) made. After the People’s Republic of China was founded, the government undertook the preservation of many hutongs. Hutongs,    9     (show) that Beijing is truly ancient     10     modern, are important and are loved by the tourists.

9 . With cities growing faster than ever, more and more _______ urban spaces are appearing all around the world. Dealing with the increase in these lifeless spaces has been a serious problem for almost every major city.

Valero Square is located in the center of the city’s downtown at a busy tram line station and next to a large market. With such a good location, the site should have been a(n) _______ area, but the reality couldn’t have been more _______ . While thousands of people move through the square every day, few stopped to spend time in the square. People would instead simply _______ without a second thought.

That was until the installation of a project titled “Warde”.

The installation is a cluster of giant red “flowers”, which open to 30 feet wide, on top of 30-foot-tall “stems”. The flowers can be filled with _______ . This inflation (膨胀) and deflation enable the flowers to open and close.

The new installation is difficult to neglect, but what is truly _______ is the way that these flowers interact with their surroundings. Standing under one of the flowers will cause it to open and stay _______ until you choose to leave, providing shade and _______ from the hot sun. Warde is also programmed to _______ to public transport service, springing to life as the trams arrive and depart from the square, ________ travellers not to miss their tram.

Temporary ________ projects such as Warde are being used more and more as a way to reengage communities with neglected spaces. ________ it’s still too early to say if Valero Square has been brought back to life by Warde, the project has certainly managed to generate increased public ________ in the space. ________ , Warde is an excellent example of how urban art projects can be a great tool for getting people to stop and really take notice of their ________ .

1.

A．rebuilt

B．monitored

C．neglected

D．resolved

2.

A．positive

B．memorable

C．enormous

D．lively

3.

A．ideal

B．different

C．complex

D．enjoyable

4.

A．hold back

B．turn up

C．pass by

D．look over

5.

A．air

B．traps

C．smog

D．pipes

6.

A．confusing

B．amazing

C．demanding

D．embarrassing

7.

A．faint

B．dense

C．still

D．separate

8.

A．vacancy

B．relief

C．tolerance

D．distance

9.

A．connect

B．shift

C．react

D．subject

10.

A．reminding

B．persuading

C．warning

D．urging

11.

A．investment

B．science

C．construction

D．art

12.

A．While

B．If

C．Considering

D．As

13.

A．relations

B．interest

C．trust

D．order

14.

A．In other words

B．In any case

C．In return

D．In addition

15.

A．surroundings

B．atmosphere

C．neighborhood

D．location

10 . It’s well-known that being in green spaces is good for physical and mental health.     1     A population-based study published in Scientific Reports looked at the effect of urban waterways on mental health and found that proximity (接近) to water increased positive feelings of wellbeing.

“If you’re in a body of water, your internal state just becomes calm,” Dr Natalie Azar, NBC News medical contributor, told TODAY. “    2     However, we’ve never really been intentional about it.”

Being near water gives people a consciousness of something greater than themselves. The sounds and movement of water can get people to focus their attention and this invites calm. “You don’t have to go to the coast to experience this wellbeing,” said Azar. “Any waterway will do, including lakes, rivers, canals or ponds.     3    ”

A new study conducted by King’s College London has also proved that spending time near urban canals and rivers is linked to feeling happy and healthy, stressed a press release from the college. Moreover, it has found that urban waterways are superior to feelings of wellbeing than just being near the ocean.

“    4     This means their capacity to improve mental wellbeing is likely to be due to the multiple benefits associated with both green and blue spaces,” said Andrea Mechelli, professor of early intervention in mental health at King’s College London.

The study has also found that there are continuous improvements to mental wellbeing for up to 24 hours after visiting urban waterways.     5     In England and Wales, people have access to 3,218 kilometers of rivers and canals that are readily accessible. In fact, 9 million people live within 1 km of a canal—something that is easily walkable.

A．These results remain to be tested.

B．Even a flowing fountain will work.

C．This is good news for urban people.

D．It’s something that I think we’ve all experienced.

E．Our findings show that blue spaces are naturally calming.

F．Canals and rivers contain not only water but also trees and other plants.

G．Now scientists have discovered blue spaces are also connected to better mental health.