1 . What’s on in Melbourne?

Melbourne Magic Show

The lights are not bright and you take your seat in an elegant back room of a five—star Melbourne hotel. The stage is set, the mood is relaxed and the guests are ready to witness the impossible made by Luke Hocking. You’ve seen magic shows before but probably never this close.

Cooks’ Cottage

Originally located in Yorkshire, England, and built in 1755 by the parents of Captain James Cook, Cooks’ Cottage was brought to Melbourne by Russell Grimwade in 1934. Navigator and explorer Captain James Cook never lived in the cottage—he’d been away from home for almost ten years when his father built it—but this connection to the Cook family was enough to prompt(促使)Grimwade to transport the cottage to the other side of the world.

ArtPlay

ArtPlay brings together children (from babies to 13 years of age) and artists to explore and create innovative art experiences that encourage self—expression and playful exchanges, ArtPlay offers creative encounters that are by, for and with children and can be experienced at ArtPlay or in your own home. Bookings or registration at the door is required for all onsite events.

Flight Experience Australia

Prepare for take—off as you sit in the pilot’s seat of a Boeing 737 jet airliner and take charge of the controls at Flight Experience Australia. As exciting as the real thing, and used by trainee pilots, the flight simulators(模拟器)include scenic flights, city circuits, team— building flights and even a course to overcome fear of flying.

1. What is Luke Hocking?

A．A magician.

B．An architect.

C．A painter.

D．A waiter.

2. What did Russell Grimwade do to Cooks’ Cottage in 1934?

A．He sold it to James Cook.	B．He rebuilt it with his family.
C．He moved it to Australia.	D．He brought it back to England.

3. Which of the following suits those who want to try driving planes?

A．ArtPlay.	B．Cooks’ Cottage.
C．Melbourne Magic Show.	D．Flight Experience Australia.

2 . Here are top 4 destinations to start your new trip.

Ireland

If you’re looking for the right mixture of history, culture and nature, you’ll find it in Ireland. You can enjoy surprising views here. If you’re in the mood for a boat trip, consider giving it a try in the evening in Cork—it’s truly magical.

Italy

Italy has so many fascinating cities and places to visit, but it would be impossible to see them all in one go. A road trip could work, and Rome is a great place to start. You’re steeped in history throughout the city with the Pantheon and the Colosseum, as well as the historic and architectural gems in the Vatican City. Throw a coin into the Trevi di Fontana before you leave the city, which means you’ll return here one day.

Thailand

Thailand has some of the best beaches in the world, even before Leonardo DiCaprio made Maya Bay, on Phi Phi Leh, lamous in The Beach. Admittedly, the film does a great job of describing this beautiful island, yet green waters and white sands are pretty standards in this country.

United Arab Emirates

If you’re one of those people who love all luxurious (奢侈的) things, then a trip to Dubai is for you. With year-long sun and grand hotels, this is the place for endless shopping, cocktail drinking by a plush pool and sunbathing on an artificial beach—the Palm Islands. Head to the Golden Souk for a spot of jewellery (珠宝) shopping. If you’re feeling hungry, you can eat at the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.

1. What may one mean by throwing a coin into the Trevi di Fontana?

A．Getting more coins.	B．Expressing good will.
C．Coming back some day.	D．Wishing for good luck.

2. What is The Beach?

A．A magazine.	B．A website.
C．A newspaper.	D．A movie.

3. Which of the following has the highest building in the world?

A．Ireland.	B．United Arab Emirates.
C．Thailand.	D．Italy.

3 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（一个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
Dear Xiao Li，

My time here in China is going well. I love my new school     1     classmates. Over the October holiday, my parents and I are planning to go to Xi’an to see the Terracotta Army. I’ve heard that it is an    2    (amaze) sight, and I can’t wait to go. To me, the story of the Terracotta Army is almost unbelievable. It’s amazing that there are more than 8,000     3     (statue), and no one in modern times knew about     4     (they) until the1970s.

We’re also planning to visit several other places in Xi’an. My dad and I are both looking forward to    5     (go) to the Shaanxi History Museum, because my dad loves history and I have heard that this museum is known    6    a “Chinese treasure house”！We’re also going to the Xi’an City Wall and a few other famous     7     (sight).

We’re taking the train，    8    (leave)the day before the October holiday begins. We’re arriving at 9:30 a.m. and will start sightseeing right away, so I hope we sleep well on     9    train!

I guess that’s all for now! I’ll write again soon and send photos! Do you have any plans for the     10    (come) holiday? Hope to hear from you soon.

Your friend,

Richard