1 . The Biggest Stadiums in the World
People have been pouring into stadiums since the days of ancient Greece. In around 80 A.D., the Romans built the Colosseum, which remains the world’s best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design. Rome’s Colosseum was 157 feet tall and had 80 entrances, seating 50,000 people. However, that was small fry compared with the city’s Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people.
These days, safety regulations-not to mention the modern sports fan’s desire for a good view and comfortable seat — tend to keep stadium capacities (容量) slightly lower. Even soccer fans tend to have a seat each; gone are the days of thousands standing to watch the match.
For the biggest stadiums in the world, we have used data supplied by the World Atlas list so far, which ranks them by their stated permanent capacity, as well as updated information from official stadium websites.
All these stadiums are still functional, still open and still hosting the biggest events in world sport.
·Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, Pyongyang D.P.R. Korea. Capacity: 150,000. Opened: May 1,1989.
·Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U. S. Capacity: 107,601. Opened: October 1, 1927.
·Beaver Stadium, State College, Pennsylvania, U. S. Capacity: 106,572. Opened: September 17, 1960.
·Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio, U. S. Capacity: 104,944. Opened: October 7,1922.
·Kyle Field, College Station, Texas, U. S. Capacity: 102,512. Opened: September 24, 1927.
1. How many people could the Circus Maximus hold?| A．104,944. | B．107,601. | C．About 150,000. | D．About 250,000. |
| A．Michigan Stadium. | B．Beaver Stadium. | C．Ohio Stadium. | D．Kyle Field. |
| A．They host big games. | B．They have become tourist attractions. |
| C．They were built by Americans. | D．They are favored by architects. |
2 . Slurp&Sip is a cheerful bistro (小酒馆) in Shanghai that specializes in exotic southwestern food from Yunnan Province.
Niu Yun, who hails from Kunming, Yunnan Province, opened her first eatery (小餐馆) in 2014 after studying in London.
“At that time there weren’t many choices for Yunnan food, and I think the province has so much tasty food and such a diverse food culture that I could bring to Shanghai,” she said. “After meeting a few good friends who also love Yunnan cuisine, we decided to open a simple Yunnan eatery focusing on street food to start with, introducing Yunnan rice noodles and street snacks I used to buy every day after school.”
Opening this new restaurant after operating Slurp for a few years is a natural step for Niu Yun and her partners. The menu of Slurp&Sip pays homage (敬意) to Niu’s origins with a major focus on Dai flavors.
“My mum is Dai, and I remember every time she brought me back to her hometown the food really made a strong impression. From how they cook and the ingredients they use, all are very special to me. Dai food is all about fresh and mixed ingredients, as well as natural and original ways of cooking,” she said.
“I feel diners shouldn’t only know about crossing the bridge rice noodles and steampot chicken when we talk about Yunnan food. We have such a diverse culture with so many different minorities, so I decided to start with the one I’m the most connected with,” she added.
Dai cuisine is characterized by a combination of fresh herbs, chilis and acidic elements. It incorporates lots of great produce from the province’s southernmost prefecture.
Dai food is also full of barbecue items often seen in night markets, such as roasted lemongrass stuffed fish, roasted chicken and roasted pork with Dai spices, all of which grace Slurp&Sip’s menu.
1. What motivated Niu Yun to focus on Dai flavors?| A．Her education. | B．Her family. |
| C．Her origins. | D．Her friends. |
| A．It’s delicious and popular. | B．It’s natural and organic. |
| C．It’s fresh and nutritious. | D．It’s varied and diverse. |
| A．It’s influenced by night market atmosphere. |
| B．It combines Southeastern Asian flavors. |
| C．It offers roasted items with Dai spices. |
| D．It represents authentic Kunming food. |
| A．Try the Ethnic Dai Food from Yunnan |
| B．An Overseas Returnee’s New Career |
| C．Slurp&Sip Is Back Here with its Legend |
| D．Explore China with Food and Drinks |
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. |
| A．Wear sports shoes. | B．Try using the tools. | C．Experience farm work. |
| A．Admire special clothes. | B．Walk dogs. | C．See farm animals. |
| A．To welcome new staff. | B．To explain some rules. | C．To attract more visitors. |
4 . China’s first Universal Studios theme park opened this month in Beijing. Made up of seven themed lands filled with 37 rides, it is the world’s fifth Universal Studios theme park. It has many of the popular attractions found at its counterparts in Singapore, Osaka, Los Angeles and Orlando. But there are some Universal firsts as well, including the Kung Fu Panda Land of Awesomeness.
The park has many attractions and restaurants designed to reflect the country’s cultural heritage. Guests who have been to the other Universal parks and want to experience something fresh will be most excited about the Kung Fu Panda Land of Awesomeness. Attractions here include Po’s Kung Fu Training Camp, the Carousel of Kung Fu Heroes and the Kung Fu Panda Journey of the Dragon Warrior. And yes, it does feature a Mr. Ping’s Noodle House, modeled after the movie version, among the dining options.
Among the most popular attractions are the scream-inducing Decepticoaster inside the Transformers area, and all the Harry Potter rides. The Jurassic World Adventure and the Minions simulator rides also attract long lines.
Visitors to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter can experience the globally popular Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride inside the towering Hogwarts Castle, as well as the Flight of the Hippogriff. Transformers Metrobase is where guests will experience the impressive outdoor Decepticoaster, while the Minion Land and Jurassic World Isla Nubar have plenty for the little ones.
1. What special experience will guests attain in the Kung Fu Panda Land?| A．Chinese culture. | B．Thrilling rides. |
| C．Delicate western desserts. | D．The noodles cooked by real Mr. Ping. |
| A．Mr. Ping’s Noodle House. | B．Jurassic World Isla Nubar. |
| C．Transformers Metrobase. | D．The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. |
| A．To make a contrast with other theme parks. | B．To persuade tourists to visit the theme park. |
| C．To enhance the reputation of the theme park. | D．To present a brief introduction of the theme park. |
| A．Lifestyle. | B．Entertainment. | C．Culture. | D．Society. |
1. What was the relationship between Pete and Ruth in the beginning?
| A．Shop owner and customer. |
| B．Teacher and student. |
| C．Schoolmates. |
| A．In 1989. | B．In 1990. | C．In 1995. |
| A．To open a supermarket. |
| B．To build a food factory. |
| C．To buy themselves a house. |
| A．Pete. | B．Ruth. | C．Ruth’s friend. |
1. What is the woman doing?
| A．Covering a story. | B．Reporting an interview. | C．Making a complaint. |
| A．The music played at the parties. |
| B．The loud talks from the participants. |
| C．The noise from the neighbouring pool. |
| A．At 2 am. | B．By 10 pm. | C．After 12 pm. |
| A．A manager. | B．A receptionist. | C．A bell boy. |
7 . Four Pet-Friendly Hotels
Montage Palmetto Bluff
Location: Bluffton, South Carolina
Price: $150 pet fee, rooms start at $645 a night
In this great riverside hotel, your pet will be treated to a fancy pet bed, toy gifts, and a special menu. For you there’re spa treatments, golf and eight dining experiences. With 20,000 acres (英亩) to explore, you and your dog can spend hours visiting and playing.
Kinship Landing
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Price: $49 per night pet fee, rooms start at $249 a night
Inside this new hotel, you’re greeted with hundreds of green plants, along with an event space that houses nearly a forest. You can also order your dog a bowl made with sweet potatoes and eggs at the hotel’s café, and then head out to travel in the Rocky Mountains.
Inn By The Sea
Location: Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Price: $544 a night in a pet-friendly single-bedroom room, 2-night stay required
In the hotel, book the pet package, and your dog will receive a personalized bed and a toy dog, a bowl, and an evening selection from the pet menu. You will be provided with a list of nearby walking paths and pet-friendly beaches. The hotel also gives a temporary (临时的) home to dogs that are looking for their forever families. 154 have been adopted (领养) by guests.
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
Location: Sacramento, California
Price: No pet fee; rooms start at $249 a night
There’s no limit on pets you can bring — so pack up your dog and your cat. Awaiting them will be pet beds, food, water bowls and a list of pet-friendly restaurants and parks. When the free nightly wine party begins in the hall, your pet can join you for socializing.
1. Which hotel provides chance to explore the mountains?| A．Kinship Landing. | B．Montage Palmetto Bluff. |
| C．Inn By The Sea. | D．Kimpton Sawyer Hotel. |
| A．Its guests can take pets to the party. | B．Its guests might adopt a pet there. |
| C．It offers spa treatments to its guests. | D．It serves pets sweet potatoes and eggs. |
| A．To Bluffton, South Carolina. | B．To Sacramento, California. |
| C．To Cape Elizabeth, Maine. | D．To Colorado Springs, Colorado. |
1. How did the woman know of the apartment?
| A．In the newspaper. |
| B．On the website. |
| C．From her son's classmates. |
| A．It's nice and large enough. |
| B．It's nice but not handy. |
| C．It's convenient for her son. |
| A．¥ 2,600. | B．¥ 2,200. | C．¥ 1,800. |
9 . Outdoor kitchens are becoming more and more popular right now. They allow homeowners to cook outside when the weather is great. Also, adding an outdoor kitchen can increase the value of the home for those who may be planning to sell it in the near future. When it comes to adding a new outdoor kitchen, the right planning is important.
The layout of the kitchen is important to consider. There are different ideas on how to set up a kitchen, whether it’s indoors or outdoors. Many people prefer the kitchen triangle method, which makes it easy to move around the kitchen while cooking. Others, however, prefer to divide the kitchen into parts. This is perfect when there may be many people in the kitchen or the kitchen is too small for the kitchen triangle to be effective. No matter what method is used for the layout, pay attention to how much room there is to move around and how easy it is to reach all of the appliances.
When designing the outdoor kitchen, pay attention to the amount of storage space. Storage may be needed for dishes, drinking cups, extra drinks, shelf-stable foods and a lot more. Think about everything that needs to be outside to prevent running back and forth between the kitchen inside and the one outside, then consider how much space is needed for storage. Everything doesn’t have to fit in the kitchen itself, but should at least be stored where it can be easily accessed while outside in the kitchen.
The cost of an outdoor kitchen can quickly add up once everything desired is included, so it’s important to set a budget. It also may be possible to spend a little more on the things that are more important and look into savings for things that may not be as important. Once the budget is set and the design is planned out, it’s time to work with an expert to start creating the perfect outdoor kitchen.
1. Why do many people prefer the kitchen triangle method?| A．It can make moving around easy. | B．It can hold more people in the kitchen. |
| C．It can increase the value of the house. | D．It can make the kitchen more attractive. |
| A．How to use it properly. | B．How to avoid running in and out. |
| C．How often it will be used. | D．How to keep it clean and tidy. |
| A．By buying cheap materials. | B．By turning to an expert for help. |
| C．By spending money wisely. | D．By ignoring unimportant things. |
| A．How to Enlarge Storage Space of an Outside Kitchen? |
| B．What to Do to Design the Layout of the Kitchen? |
| C．How to Set a Budget for the Outside Kitchen? |
| D．What to Know to Create an Outside Kitchen? |
