2 . Where does the conversation take place?

A．On a train.

B．In an elevator.

C．In a taxi.

4 . 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。

By far, the most technologically challenging railway ever built was probably the Qinghai-Tibet Railway,     1     (complete) in 2006, which connects Xining to Lhasa. The railway was first planned in the 1950s, but the technical difficulties were too much     2     (overcome). It was not until 1984     3     the first 814-kilometer section of the railway, from Xining to Golmud, was completed.

The biggest issue was the permafrost(冻结带)-frozen earth. In the summer, usually melting at a fast speed, the top layer of the permafrost turns to mud,     4     (make) the ground unstable. A     5     (various) of solutions were used to get around this. In some cases, railway bridges     6     (build). In other cases, engineers installed pipes under the ground to keep it frozen during the summer. Finally, in some areas it was impossible to build the railway over the permafrost,     7     engineers tunneled through it.

It is hoped that the experience of building the Qinghai-Tibet Railway can be used in     8     new project, linking China with Pakistan. This railway     9     (travel) 1,000 kilometers through the Pamir Mountains, which are nicknamed the Roof of the World. Building such a railway will be     10     (doubt) a technical challenge. It has not yet been announced when construction on this project will start.

5 . How would the man prefer to travel to the forest park?

A．By bus.

B．By taxi.

C．By train.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the speaker suggest the passengers arrive early?

A．To get a better seat.

B．To get their boat tickets.

C．To have time for breakfast.

2. What does the speaker advise the passengers to bring?

A．A hat.

B．A jacket.

C．A packed lunch.

3. What are the passengers expected to do in Sausalito?

A．Do some shopping.

B．Visit the museum.

C．Watch a performance.

4. How long can the passengers stay at the Golden Gate Park?

A．One hour.

B．Two hours.

C．Two and a half hours.

7 . Singapore’s public transport system (公共交通系统) is one of the best in the world, so you should have no problem finding your way around like a local (当地人). There are three main forms of public transport that you would find in any other major city—trains, buses and taxis.

TRAINS

Trains run from 6 a.m. to midnight. Single trip tickets start at 80 cents. If you buy an EZ-Link card for $15, you can ride the trains and buses all you like.

If you need more information, just call Transit Link on 1800 767 4333.

BUSES

There are several bus services in Singapore and fares (车费) start at 80 cents. Be sure to always ask the driver the cost of your ticket as he can not give changes.

If you need help, just call Transit Link on 1800 767 4333.

TAXIS

There are three main taxi companies—City Cab (6552 2222), Comfort (6552 1111) and Tibs (6552 8888). Booking (预订) can also be made easily by calling the numbers listed above.

RENTAL (租) CARS

Driving in Singapore is a pleasure and if you like to travel at your own pace, renting a car is a good choice. Renting takes away the hassle of getting to places around Singapore. Just sit back and enjoy the city. It also means you’ll get to see a lot more that a train or a bus won’t let you see.

For car rental, call Avis on +65 6737 1668.

1. If you need to find the bus number, you may call________.

A．+65 6737 1668	B．6552 8888
C．1800 767 4333	D．6552 2222

2. By an EZ-Link card, you can take________.

A．both buses and trains	B．only trains
C．both buses and taxis	D．only rental cars

3. When you take a bus there, always remember to ________.

A．take your own license with you	B．ask the driver how much your ticket is
C．buy the bus map of Singapore	D．book your ticket ahead of time

4. What does the word “hassle” mean in Chinese?

A．麻烦

B．乐趣

C．景点

D．费用

5. What do you know about traveling in Singapore from the passage?

A．A local has no trouble finding his way around.

B．It’s much cheaper to go around by bus than by train.

C．You can see a lot more in Singapore only by renting a car.

D．It’s very convenient for visitors to travel in Singapore.

8 . What was the man fined for?

A．Driving too fast.

B．Wrong parking.

C．Running a red light.

9 . When does the flight leave?

A．At 8:30 a.m.

B．At 9:00 a.m.

C．At 9:30 a.m.

10 . Where is the post office?

A．In front of a hotel.

B．Opposite a supermarket.

C．Next to a garage.