1 . What is the conversation mainly about?

A．African history.

B．The ancient Silk Road.

C．The Belt and Road Initiative.

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The UK, which is also referred to as Britain or Great Britain, is a     1     (fascinate) country with a long history. It was once taken over by four groups of people, who had     2    great influence on the culture of this country in many ways.     3     (study) the history of the country will make your visit much more enjoyable．

3 . New Year’s Day is meant for food. As the new year arrives around the world, there could be special cakes and breads, for example, long noodles representing long life, field peas representing coins, and pigs representing good luck. The particulars vary, but the general theme is the same: Enjoy food and drink to bring in a year of prosperity. Here are some of the New Year’s food traditions around the world.

Hoppin’ John, American South

A major New Year’s food tradition in the American South, Hoppin’ John is a dish of pork-flavored field peas or black-eyed peas — symbolizing coins — and rice, frequently served with cooked greens — as they’re the color of money and cornbread—the color of gold. The dish is said to bring good luck in the new year.

Twelve grapes, Spain

The people of Spain traditionally watch a broadcast from Puerta del Sol in Madrid, where people gather in front of the square’s clock tower to ring in the New Year. Those out in the square and those watching at home take part in an unusual annual tradition: At the stroke of midnight, they eat one grape for every toll of the clock bell. Some even get their grapes ready — peeling and seeding them — to make sure they will be as efficient as possible when mid-night comes.

Tamales, Mexico

Tamales, corn dough filled with meat, cheese and other delicious additions and wrapped in a banana leaf or a corn husk, make appearances at pretty much every special occasion in Mexico. In many families, groups of women gather together to make hundreds of the little packets to hand out to friends, family and neighbors.

Soba noodles, Japan

In Japanese households, families cat buckwheat soba noodles, or toshikoshi soba, at mid-night on New Year’s Eve to say goodbye to the year gone by and welcome the year to come. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, and the long noodles symbolize longevity and prosperity.

1. The common theme of food for New Year’s Day is ________.

A．to show its deliciousness and sell well in market

B．to cat and drink well and hope for a fancy new year

C．to celebrate new year and wish for blessings from nature

D．to say farewell to the old year and welcome the new year

2. Which dish is believed to bring good luck in the new year?

A．Hoppin’ John.	B．Twelve grayes.
C．Tamales.	D．Soba noodles.

3. In which country do people eat grapes when clock strikes on New Year’s Eve?

A．The US.

B．Mexico.

C．Spain.

D．Japan.

4 . People working from home have more options for making their living abroad than ever before. Recently new destinations have launched programs to tempt workers to abandon their home offices for tropical shores and year-round sun.

Montserrat

Remote workers must have medical insurance and an annual income of at least $70,000.

Fees are S500 for individuals-or $750 or higher for families — to apply.

Applicants know within a week if they are approved.

Remote workers must test negative for Covid-19 and quarantine for 14 days at an accommodation of their choice.

Mauritius

Remote workers seeking a "Covid-safe" place to ride out the pandemic can consider Mauritius.

There is no fee to apply, though applicants need long-term accommodation plans, travel and health insurance and proof of sufficient funds to stay in Mauritius, which is defined as at least$ 1,500 in monthly income.

The Bahamas

People who think they may tire of staying on one island can apply for the Bahamas Extended Access Travel Stay program.

The new 12-month residency permit lets remote workers and students live and move between 16 different islands in the Bahamas.

Applications are processed within five days and cost $25 per person.

Travelers need a negative Covid-19 test result.

Dubai

All nationalities can apply for Dubai's new remote working program, provided they make $5,000 per month.

At $287 to apply, fees are lower than most other programs. Applicants must have health insurance and show proof of income.

Travelers must arrive with a negative PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test taken no more than 72 hours before departing.

1. Which place charges least for application?

A．Montserrat.

B．Mauritius.

C．The Bahamas.

D．Dubai.

2. What is special about The Bahamas?

A．Travelers have the longest residency permit.

B．Applicants are informed of approval results.

C．Remote workers need no Covid-I9 test taken.

D．Students are allowed to apply for the program.

3. What do all the new destinations offer to tourists?

A．First-class service.	B．Permanent residency.
C．Cosy environment.	D．Health insurance.