1 . For almost every traveler, culture shock is unavoidable. But culture shock isn’t always a ________ thing. It can be an indication that you’re growing. The new ________ stretch your mind about the world—different languages, cultures, customs are just a few ways a travel culture shock can ________. If you’re able to ________ the culture shock, then you will be open to ________ these foreign experiences.

When I traveled to Egypt, I knew neither their language nor what to expect. All I ________ was it’s conservative. When I landed, I really felt as though I’d been ________ to another world. The biggest shock for me was the lack of ________ on the road, horses on the side transporting goods, three people ________ on a one-person motorcycle, four lanes but six cars crowding in—anything ________!

On the first night, something frightening happened. A very loud ________ voice went off at midnight. I felt ________ for the first few seconds until I realized it was the adhan(祷告). I then got used to it and admired the locals for the way they ________ their time to ensure they could complete the adhan.

As a woman, another ________ of mine was ensuring I followed the Egyptian dress styles and dressed ________. No matter how conservative my dress though, I couldn’t help but ________, especially with my bright red hair!

While I did get a bit of unwanted ________ (mostly by school girls wanting to take my picture), traveling definitely gave me a ________ cultural experience. I’ve since traveled several times and always managed to ________ things to be shocked about, but I love continually being surprised by the ________ of Egypt—the Nile and the mysterious pyramids!

1.

A．common

B．simple

C．pleasant

D．bad

2.

A．indicators

B．breakthroughs

C．experiences

D．policies

3.

A．change

B．exist

C．continue

D．spread

4.

A．adapt to

B．mark out

C．take in

D．focus on

5.

A．sharing

B．remembering

C．enjoying

D．recording

6.

A．imagined

B．knew

C．needed

D．wanted

7.

A．invited

B．related

C．attached

D．transported

8.

A．signs

B．vehicles

C．rules

D．lights

9.

A．relaxing

B．arguing

C．riding

D．acting

10.

A．went

B．disappeared

C．stopped

D．dragged

11.

A．foreign

B．familiar

C．gentle

D．nervous

12.

A．disappointed

B．terrified

C．bored

D．embarrassed

13.

A．ignored

B．limited

C．shortened

D．arranged

14.

A．fear

B．pity

C．advantage

D．secret

15.

A．casually

B．unnaturally

C．respectfully

D．fashionably

16.

A．give in

B．stand out

C．hide away

D．watch out

17.

A．care

B．loneliness

C．bonus

D．attention

18.

A．different

B．vital

C．subjective

D．disturbing

19.

A．create

B．find

C．prove

D．confirm

20.

A．size

B．capital

C．people

D．beauty

2 . 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。

The Yellow River No.1 Tourist Highway,built in 2018 in Shanxi province,was designed     1     (string) together scenic spots along the river. Visitors can both enjoy overnight accommodations in unique cave dwellings (窑洞), with a special chance to sleep on a“Kang”—a comfortable clay-and-brick bed heated from within     2     taste delicious farm-to-table cuisine while experiencing the beauty of the Yellow River.

Thanks to this initiative, Laoniuwan village,an intersection     3     the Great Wall meets the Yellow River, has been transformed into a popular tourist destination.The villager Guo Jianhua’s hostel has witnessed a booming business, with over 100 tourists staying and dining at his establishment,     4     (generate) a daily income of approximately 3,000 yuan.

“Previously, I     5     (register)by the local authority as financially disadvantaged. However, I was able to establish this hostel with the     6     (assist) of poverty alleviation loans. In just a few years, I have not only overcome poverty but also got my quality of life significantly     7     (improve),”Guo said.

Meanwhile, new businesses are also emerging. Since its opening in September last year, the Zhangjiawan recreational vehicle camp located along the highway     8     (welcome) more than 10,000 vehicles, with nearly 10 percent of them being RVs. “Even the local products are selling     9     (well),”Guo said, owing this success     10     the increasing number of tourists and the improved transportation facilitated by the tourist expressway.

3 . 4 of the World’s Most Amazing Train Journeys

The Beijing to Lhasa Express, China

Start: Beijing                  End: Lhasa

Distance: 2,330 miles       Duration（时长）: 40 hours

Connecting Beijing with Lhasa, the Z21 train transports its passengers from a modern city to a mysterious land. What’s unusual is that the train climbs nearly 16,400 it on its journey to the roof of the world: the Tibetan plateau, where it passes yaks, flying prayer flags and snow—covered mountains.

The Reunification Express, Vietnam

Start: Hanoi                    End: Ho Chi Minh City

Distance: 1,072 miles       Duration: two days

Some railways run through historic cities, others run beside beautiful coastline and a few are famous for the colorful characters on board. The Reunification Express meets all these conditions. It travels over a thousand miles from Hanoi in the north to Ho Chi Minh City in the south. There’s no better way of exploring all the glories in between.

The California Zephyr, USA

Start: Chicago                  End: San Francisco

Distance: 2,438 miles        Duration: 52 hrs 40 mins

As for appreciating the breathtaking scenery of the North American continent, nothing compares with Amtrak’s California Zephyr train. This journey travels nearly 2,500 miles across prairies, deserts, the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada on its way.

London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper, UK

Start: London                       End: Fort William

Distance: 509 miles               Duration: 13 hrs 30 mins

Starting from crowded central London to the dry and cold air and beautiful views of the Scottish Highlands through one overnight train journey is a perfect example of experiencing the romance（浪漫）of rail travel. It’s just a pity that the whole experience—from delicious foods and drinks to being taken into la-la land—feels like it’s over very quickly.

1. What makes The Beijing to Lhasa Express special?

A．It lasts the longest time.	B．It covers the longest distance.
C．It passes through national borders.	D．It runs on the highest rail line in the world.

2. If you want to appreciate desert scenery, which train journey should you choose?

A．The Beijing to Lhasa Express.

B．The Reunification Express.

C．The California Zephyr.

D．London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper.

3. What does the author say about London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper?

A．It’s often crowded.	B．It’s a relatively short journey.
C．It travels at the slowest speed.	D．It offers free meals to passengers.

5 . Four winter wonderlands for cold-weather getaways

◆ JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka

Beat any holiday stress with the new HydroSpa opening at Muskoka’s JW Marriott on Nov. 1. The outdoor water entertainment will be open year-round, offering multiple ways to relax including sea-salt floating pools and hot bathtubs.

Stays from $349 / night

◆ Old Stone Inn Boutique Hotel

This historic inn in Niagara Falls offers multiple ways to relax. There’s Winterfest, meals enjoyed in dining domes(穹顶)housed in the inn’s private square, and the Alpine Club offering roasted nuts and wine around a fire pit. The property will host its annual holiday market on Nov. 26.

Stays from $249 / night

◆ Dromoland Castle

If you’re going to go big—and further away—for New Year’s, you may as well go black tie. This grand estate in western Ireland is offering a three - night celebration package, beginning either Dec. 30 or 31. The event on New Year’s Eve includes a cocktail reception and six-course dinner. Guests will have access to various activities on the property’s 450 acres including hunting and farming.

Stays from $2,051 / night

◆ St. Regis Aspen

Along with access to many ski options, the hotel’s guests can expect family-friendly fun during the week leading up to Dec. 25. The workshop here is a craft room where attendees can make everything from toys to gifts by hand. Additional sessions cover winter cooking and house decorating.

Stays from US $899 / night

1. How often is the holiday market open in Old Stone Inn Boutique Hotel?

A．Yearly.

B．Daily.

C．Monthly.

D．Weekly.

2. What activities can you enjoy if you stay at St. Regis Aspen?

A．Hunting.

B．Floating.

C．Skating.

D．DIY.

3. Which may offer life experience in the countryside?

A．St. Regis Aspen.	B．Old Stone Inn Boutique Hotel.
C．Dromoland Castle.	D．JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka.

7 . As a popular tour operator, Travel China Guide designs a lot of China tour packages (旅游套餐) for foreigners with the best-selling travel deals to wonderful must see destinations and offers the best quality services. We warmly invite you to join us on an exciting vacation. Today we will offer you a three days’ private Zhangjiajie in-depth tour.

Day 1 Arrival in Zhangjiajie

Welcome to this charming city, Zhangjiajie. Your guide and driver will pick you up at the airport and drive you to the hotel we booked for you ahead of time. The rest time of the day remains free for you to relax.

Day 2 Glass Bridge in Zhangjiajie

Today, your private Zhangjiajie tour will start with a visit to the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, where you will have a chance to experience the world’s longest and highest glass bridge, Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge. In addition to an unforgettable experience, it will also give you a special angle to enjoy the beauty of the Grand Valley

Afterwards, your guide will lead you to the Baofeng Lake where you will take a scenic boat ride. When you finish visiting the scenic area, the driver will send you back to the hotel.

Day 3 Away From Zhangjiajie

Today your Zhangjiajie tour will continue to go to the Tianmen Mountain, known as the most beautiful “Hanging Garden” in the world. Tianmen Mountain is named after a natural wonder, Tianmen Cave, which is a naturally formed hole among thousand-metre high cliffs. In addition to this wonder, you may also see different old trees, green vines and rare animals there.

Your three-day Zhangjiajie tour package will come to an end here. You will then be driven to the airport and we will say goodbye there. If you want to have your China tour schedule further, we will be glad to provide detailed information.

1. What will the visitors do on Day 1?

A．Book a hotel.	B．Drive to a hotel.
C．Start with a visit.	D．Spend time relaxing freely.

2. What can visitors enjoy on Day 3?

A．The Grand Valley.	B．The Baofeng Lake.
C．The Tianmen Mountain.	D．Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge.

3. What can we know about Travel China Guide from the text?

A．It can book the hotel for free.

B．It offers no pick-up services.

C．It is designed for Chinese visitors.

D．It provides travelling services for foreign tourists.