1 . The following are some markets which have become tourist attractions.
Wiener Christkindlmarkt, Austria
Known as Viennese Dream Christmas Market, Wiener Christkindlmarkt, or Rathausplatz, is one of the Austrian capital’s oldest and most traditional attractions. It has a 150-square-meter children’s ice rink (溜冰场). Tree of Hearts, a giant maple tree with hundreds of shinning red hearts, is a hot favorite with visitors to have a picture.
Open time: November 10 — December 26
Basel Christmas Market, Switzerland
Basel Christmas Market is divided into two different sections at Barfusserplatz and Munsterplatz. Family attractions include the Christmas fairy tale tree at Munsterplatz with activities such as gingerbread and candle decorating, a star workshop and a festive train.
Open time: November 23 — December 23
Strasbourg Christmas Market, France
One of Europe’s oldest Christmas markets, Strasbourg began back in 1570, drawing in over two million people every year. Place Klebe is probably its most popular place thanks to the great Christmas tree.
Open time: November 24 — December 24
Brussels Winter Wonders, Belgium
Brussels really comes to life at Christmas time thanks to Winter Wonders, which is more like a festival than a market. A light and sound show, ice skating, and pleasure ground rides are among the activities to enjoy, while visitors can also stare in wonder at the huge Christmas tree set up in Grand Place.
Open time: November 11 — December 31
1. What can visitors do at Rathausplatz?| A．Appreciate a sound show. | B．Enjoy a train ride in an ice rink. |
| C．Take photos with many red hearts. | D．Ride wooden horses in a playground. |
| A．They have a great tree. | B．They own a good place for skating. |
| C．They hold various activities for tourists. | D．They are the oldest one in their own country. |
| A．Wiener ChristkindImarkt, Austria. | B．Brussels Winter Wonders, Belgium. |
| C．Basel Christmas Market, Switzerland. | D．Strasbourg Christmas Market, France. |
2 . During the cold winter days, there are some interesting festivals (节日) in the world. Look at the following ones.
Harbin Ice and Snow FestivalPlace: China
Time: January 5 to February 5
People build incredible things out of ice and snow,decorating them with lights.
The Carnival of VenicePlace: Italy
Time: between February and March
One of the most beautiful festivals in the world,people wear masks and elaborate costumes to hide differences among classes,and there are contests for the best costumers.
Holi FestivalPlace: India
Time: late February/March, on the last dull moon day
Hindus and Sikhs,in India,Nepal,and Sri Lanka celebrate the main day of this incredibly fun 16-day festival by throwing colored powder and water at each other.
Sundance Film FestivalPlace: Utah, the US
Time: end of February
The largest independent film festival in the US. Watch both feature films and shorts. You need to buy a ticket.
1. Which of the following festivals can’t be celebrated at the end of February?| A．Sundance Film Festival. | B．Harbin Ice and Snow Festival. |
| C．Holi Festival. | D．The Carnival of Venice. |
| A．India | B．China |
| C．America | D．Italy |
| A．Sundance Film Festival. | B．Holi Festival. |
| C．The Carnival of Venice. | D．Harbin Ice and Snow Festival. |
| A．To invite him to a party. |
| B．To rent some equipment. |
| C．To get something repaired. |
1. When does the conversation probably take place?
| A．At the end of a term. | B．In the middle of a term. | C．At the beginning of a term. |
| A．Inviting a famous actor to the party. |
| B．Playing some good music at the party. |
| C．Asking everyone to dress up at the party. |
| A．What clothes to wear. | B．What games to organize. | C．What competitions to have. |
| A．Pizza. | B．Bread. | C．Fried chicken. |
