1 . When it comes to solitary activities and bravery, going to a museum alone is something you should seek out. When I used to work at a large, encyclopedic museum, I would often wander through the galleries by myself on my lunch break or after work.    1    . So, why not take yourself on an independent date to a museum?

When you visit a large museum alone, especially if there are certain artworks you you’re your heart set on seeing, you can set your own plan.    2    . You can go directly to the galleries you’re interested in and not waste time on art you have little or no desire to see.

Enjoying a museum alone might help you enjoy solitude. Even if you’re a social butterfly, being alone is an inevitable part of life, so it’s important to learn to be comfortable being alone with yourself. A museum is an ideal way to intentionally practice this.    3    .

If you go the route of remaining alone at a museum, you won’t have the distraction of social interaction.    4    . A museum is the perfect place to bring a sketchbook, sit down somewhere and draw what’s around you with no aim or judgment.

    5    . The thought of going to a place as public as a museum by yourself might be intimidating(令人生畏的), but I encourage you to try it out. You might discover another side to yourself, to the art or to other people that you wouldn’t have experienced otherwise.

A．A museum is a wonderful place for self-reflection

B．You can welcome imagination in those quiet moments

C．You can be highly selective in how you plan your visit

D．These were some of the most quiet, thoughtful parts of my day

E．As a result, you’ll be better equipped for those lonelier times in life

F．A museum can be a great place for all seeking a quiet, reflective space

G．Instead, you can focus on self-reflection, or you could look for inspiration

2 . Travel has become increasingly inconvenient and sometimes impossible over the last couple of years. However, museums around the world are digitizing their collections, enabling people to tour the museums from afar.

The British Museum, London

The British Museum contains objects from around the world, including the Rosetta Stone, with three versions of a text that helped researchers learn to read ancient Egyptian. The Great Court’s ceiling, in the middle of the museum, is composed of 3212 pieces of glass, none of which are alike. The virtual tour of the museum offers a 360-degree view of the room, allowing visitors to look at every piece.

MASP, S ão Paulo

The first modern museum in Brazil, the Museu de Arte de São Paulo includes art from the 14th to the 20th centuries. The paintings, which are placed on glass panels, appear to be floating in mid-air. This setup, included in the virtual tour shows, makes the art appear almost magical.

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea

This Korean museum includes four branches in different cities and features works of art from Korea and around the world. The art includes a variety of media such as print, sculpture and photography. There are also online exhibitions such as “Artists in Their Times” which traces trends in Korean art since the late 1970s.

The J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles County

This museum, with locations in two different places, features art going back to The Neolithic Period. Its virtual tour, accessible through Google Arts & Culture, offers views of more recent works, including some by van Gogh and Renoir. Another platform, Xplorlt, also features views of some of the museum’s outdoor spaces.

1. What can we learn about The British Museum?

A．It is best known for the Rosetta Stone.	B．It tells the changes of ancient Egyptian.
C．It is made up of several pieces of glass.	D．It houses exhibits from different countries.

2. Which museum may suit visitors interested in van Gogh’s works?

A．The British Museum.	B．MASP, São Paulo.
C．National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.	D．The J. Paul Getty Museum.

3. What do the listed museums have in common?

A．They have several branches.	B．They display their paintings in mid-air.
C．They can be visited in your own home.	D．They are accessible on Google Arts & Culture.

3 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The UNESCO Global Geo park (地质公园)consists of six local communities, each with their own featured     1    (attraction) ranging from mini farms to geological gardens. These communities were looking for ways to develop sustainable geotourism in this rural area.

Very recently, the Geo park acquired an     2    ( abandon) church building and will transform it into a new Geo park Centre    3     will serve not only as a community and visitor centre,but also offer a range of services and facilities. It is intended that such services andfacilities will contribute to the long term     4    ( finance) sustainability of the Geo park and create sustainable employment opportunities.

As an outdoor laboratory for local schools,the Geo park focuses on    5    fun, interactive, discovery learning style, aiming to build pride in the communities. They also work with universities    6    adult education centers covering a wide range of subjects including local geology,archaeology and architecture. The geological garden serves    7    (explain) key events in the earth's history ( creature evolution, climate change, plate structure theory etc. ), and     8    (be) a popular picnic spot. They use kite photography, geophysical surveys and seismometers (地震仪)to make learning     9    ( excite). The new Geo park Centre     10    (annual) provides hands-on learning as well as specialist talks and demonstrations.

4 . Are you looking for the best amusement park in the world? Whether you wish to get the wonders of dreamland or want to get amazed with the craziest rides, there are numerous places that would surely give you excitement.

Gardaland

Considered to be one of the top amusement parks in the world, Gardaland is located in the Northeastern Italy and is an incredible journey for everyone. Begin a fantastic adventure with the themed-water well, and the thrilling rides that includes Blue Tornado, Raptor, Magic Mountain, and a lot more. While it also happens to be the fascinating one amongst the best amusement parks in the world, there is never a dull moment at this wonderland.

Universal Studios

Noted as one of the best amusement parks around the world, Universal studios, Osaka attracts millions of visitors every year. It is popularly known as the home of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. This theme park has a world-class entertainment for all ages to enjoy to the fullest. Many attractions are similar to that of Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Happy Valley

Happy Valley is one of the best amusement parks around the world for kids and families. It is a magical place for extreme adventure rides and carnivals. Composing of nine areas of different themes including Sunshine Beach, Shangri-la Woods and Typhoon Bay, you are sure to have a great time here.

1. Where can people enjoy the themed-water well?

A．Gardaland	B．Happy Valley.
C．Universal Studios.	D．Southeastern Italy.

2. If you are a fan of magic films, which is your best choice?

A．Happy Valley.	B．Gardaland.
C．Universal Studios.	D．Blue Tornado.

3. Where can we probably read the passage?

A．In a novel.	B．In a travel brochure.
C．In a textbook.	D．In a book review.

5 . 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。

Nanjing City Wall is one of the most important historical and    1    （culture）relics of Ming Dynasty and it is also a symbol of China's ancient architecture. With a present length of about 21 kilometers, the City Wall has a    2    （high）of 14~21 meters and the footing has a width of 14 meters. Nanjing is one of the few cities in China    3    still have old city walls, and its City Wall, for the most part, is better preserved.

Nanjing City Wall is made up of four parts. From the outside there    4    （be）the Outer City, the Inner City, the Imperial City and the Palace City. In 1390, the Outer City was built with a length of 180 kilometers. Though it does not exist any more today, the names of the 18 gates    5    （use）now. Nanjing City Wall we can see today is mainly the relics of the Inner City. The Imperial City was built in order    6    （protect）the Palace City, which is named "Forbidden City" as it is    7    centre of the four walls.

Nanjing people attach great importance to the work of    8    （preserve）Nanjing City Wall because it symbolizes the history of Nanjing. Although the completeness of Nanjing City Wall can not compete    9    the City Wall of Xi'an, it is still one of the    10    （long）ones in the world.

6 . Directions: Suppose you are one of the volunteers who are introducing scenery on FDFZ campus to future students. Write a paragraph of 60-80 words, describing the picture below in spatial order.
Vocabulary for your reference:
灌木 shrubs/bushes
海桐花 pittosporums
杜鹃花 azaleas
樟树 camphor trees
松树 pine trees

Pic: Bryant
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7 . 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.

2. How does Niu Yun feel about Yunnan food?

A．It’s delicious and popular.	B．It’s natural and organic.
C．It’s fresh and nutritious.	D．It’s varied and diverse.

3. What can be said about Slurp&Sip?

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.

4. What is the best title for the text?

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

8 . Dinosaur Attractions

The Field Museum

Even beyond its impressive dinosaur exhibit, the Field Museum is a must-see destination for the whole family. The Evolving Planet display follows the evolution of life on our planet from the very beginning, when life was a single-celled organism, to the appearance of mankind.

Fee: Adults $38.00; Children (6-18) $17.50, (5 and under) free

Museum of the Earth

This museum is kid-friendly thanks to its large number of hands-on activities. There is a vast collection of fossils(化石), such as large, complete skeletons(骨架) and those of small sea animals. The Discovery Lab at the museum is an interactive space for kids to play and learn in. They can even search for fossils and keep what they find.

Fee: Adults $18.00; Children (13-19) $10.00, (12 and under) free

Dinosaur World

This park offers animatronic(电子的) dinosaurs that bring to life many prehistoric scenes and it features fossils from dinosaurs found in Florida. Although this park has plenty to offer, food isn’t one of them. However, there is a lovely picnic area where families can bring their own lunches and enjoy the bright Florida sunshine.

Fee: Adults $26.00; Children (10-19) $15.00, (9 and under) free

Cabazon Dinosaurs

Cabazon Dinosaurs, located in Riverside County, California, is an unusual roadside attraction that has been there since 1975. Home to over fifty larger-than-life dinosaur statues, this park is a fantastic place to let kids run wild. Visitors can hunt for fossils and participate in a dinosaur dig. Featured a lot of movies, this park is a great way to spend a few hours.

Fee: Adults $13.00: Children (8-18) $11.00, (7 and under) free

1. At which place may visitors learn about the development of life on Earth?

A．The Field Museum.	B．Dinosaur World.
C．Cabazon Dinosaurs.	D．Museum of the Earth.

2. How much should a teen and his parent pay for their visit to the Discovery Lab?

A．$54.00

B．$46.00

C．$36.00

D．$28.00

3. What is the shared feature of the four dinosaur attractions?

A．Interactive spaces.	B．Hands-on activities.
C．Kid-friendly design.	D．Dinosaur-themed movies.

9 . In today’s fast-paced world, comfort and relaxation are keys to a happy daily life. People want to have their tasks finished as quickly and as efficiently as possible. We all search for convenience.     1    . Here are the top Smart Home trends to follow this year. With these all by your side, you can transform your living.

Improved home security, safety, and privacy

    2    . Security firms are now offering some very next-level security systems that safeguard homes and protect privacy. Artificial Intelligence biometric authentication, robust protection against cyber-attacks, advanced cameras, and alarm systems are some examples of Smart Home solutions.

Voice-assistant smart technology

Voice-assistant innovative technology helps users do a lot like turning on music, computers, TVs and other devices inside their homes!     3    . An example of such technology is Amazon Alexa, which can assist you in better everyday living!

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You can also use Smart Home technology to help you with everyday household chores! You can stay in bed in your pyjamas while your AI vacuum cleaner does all the work for you!

Smart healthcare technology

    5    . These can significantly help in case of emergencies. 5G technology is also coming up, allowing devices to function without any wires or connections. All of that can help in certain situations when a quick reaction is necessary.

A．Smart home cleaning

B．Smart touchless technology

C．We all want our homes to look nice and bright

D．That’s why more and more people are interested in Smart Home

E．These are always the most important things for every homeowner

F．It also helps in making a cosy atmosphere by adjusting temperature and lighting

G．Smart devices allow fast communication with medical professionals over the internet

10 . 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。

Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage,     1     (locate) by the Blossom Bathing Brook of Chengdu City, is the former residence of Du Fu, a great poet of Tang Dynasty of China. In the winter of AD 759, Du Fu and his family     2     (flee) to Chengdu in order to seek refuge from the “Rebellion of An Lushan and Shi Siming”. Beside the beautiful Blossom Bathing Brook, he built a thatched cottage named “Chengdu Thatched Cottage”,     3     he lived for nearly 4 years.     4     all the poems he wrote there, more than 240 are still read. These monumental poems endow the Cottage with profound cultural significance,     5     (make) it a sacred land in the history of Chinese Literature.

Covering an area of 190,000 square meters, the Cottage is the biggest, best preserved and     6     (distinctive) relic in memory of Du Fu in China. In the center of the hall, a bronze statue of Du Fu, made by Liu Kaiqu, a famous sculptor of our country,     7     (place) in the center of the hall.

Chinese critics from the Song Dynasty referred to Du Fu     8     the “poet-historian”. Both before and after the An Lushan Rebellion. Du Fu witnessed a typical political and social situation. The common people still lived in     9     (poor) while the emperor and his top officials enjoyed a foolishly luxurious life. He composed many poems such as “Song of the War Chariots”, “Three Officials”, and “Three Departures”.     10     he expressed in his poems are the dissatisfaction with the government and his great pity for the common people.