观点 | 比例 | 理由 |
支持 | 70% | 1.骑自行车的益处:节约能源、有益身体健康等 2.汽车带来了空气污染和交通堵塞等问题 |
反对 | 30% | 骑自行车上学浪费时间且不安全 |
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:1.survey调查 2.traffic jam交通堵塞
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2 . Getting around Valencia can be exhausting on foot if you want to see it all, but luckily, the city is very bike-friendly.
Valencia Bike Tour From The City To The BeachDuration: 3 Hours
This 3-hour Valencia bike tour takes you on a lovely journey from the historic center to the beach where you’ll enjoy a drink at the end. If you’re looking for a truly personalized experience, this is it. The guide is super knowledgeable and gives lots of inside information about the sites you pass and local culture along the way.
Valencia By Night Bike TourDuration: 2 Hours
With the warm lights of the historic center’s cobbled streets, cycling around Valencia is so different than in the day. The tour takes you through Turia Park to the City of Arts and Sciences which is impressively lit up at night. As you cycle past different tourist attractions, the guide will let you in on the history and culture of the city.
Valencia Bike TourDuration: 3 Hours
Being one of the classical guided bike tours Valencia offers, this takes you to the main tourist attractions in the old town like the Valencia Cathedral, the Silk Exchange, and the Serranos Towers. You’ll bike in Valencia’s longest park, Turia Park, which leads to the City of Arts and Sciences and a must-visit on any trip to the city. On different stops, the guide will fill in with history and anecdotes about the places you pass.
Valencia Group Half-Day Bike TourDuration: 3 Hours
This tour takes you through the old town of Valencia where you’ll see the top tourist spots like the Valencia Cathedral and the Silk Exchange along the way on your own. You’ll pass the City Hall and the complex on your way to Turia Park where Valencia’s bike paths are at their best. Eventually, you’ll reach the City of Arts and Sciences where you can admire the modern architecture and learn more about the impressive complex.
1. What can we know about Valencia?A.It is a city where you’ll feel tired. |
B.It has the longest park in the world. |
C.Its public transport needs improving. |
D.It is well equipped with bicycle roads. |
A.Valencia Bike Tour. |
B.Valencia Group Half-Day Bike Tour. |
C.Valencia By Night Bike Tour. |
D.Valencia Bike Tour From The City To The Beach. |
A.It leads to the Silk Exchange. |
B.It is a tour without a guide. |
C.It offers a drink at the end. |
D.It takes longer to finish the tour. |
1. How will Henry probably get to the national park?
A.By bus. | B.By car. | C.By taxi. |
A.About 5:00 am. | B.About 6:00 am. | C.About 7:00 am. |
A.Her income. | B.Her busy schedule. | C.Her health condition. |
1. What is wrong with the woman’s watch?
A.It doesn’t work. |
B.It can’t keep good time. |
C.It is 5 minutes fast. |
A.One hour. |
B.One and half an hour. |
C.Two hours. |
A.Go shopping. |
B.Have the watch repaired. |
C.Call a taxi. |
1. On which day will the man leave?
A.The 22nd. |
B.The 23rd. |
C.The 28th. |
A.Flight BA 2007. |
B.Flight BA 7001. |
C.Flight BA 2710. |
A.Half an hour. |
B.One and a half hours. |
C.Two hours. |
1. What’s the talk mainly about?
A.The development of the bicycle. |
B.The materials of making the bicycle. |
C.The process of the bicycle’s becoming popular. |
A.The bicycle couldn’t change directions. |
B.The wheels of the bicycle weren’t well fixed. |
C.The rider’s feet couldn’t leave the ground. |
A.In 1817. | B.In 1839. | C.In 1869. |
A.Bicycles first had rubber tires. |
B.The “safety bicycle” appeared. |
C.Bicycles could run faster. |
1. What is the woman doing?
A.Going through the newspapers. |
B.Watching the ads on TV. |
C.Seeing pictures of flats on the Internet. |
A.By bus. | B.By car. | C.On foot. |
A.$8. | B.$18. | C.$80. |
A.It’s noisy. | B.It’s expensive. | C.It has no enough rooms. |
8 . Now, a growing number of companies are offering subscriptions (订购) for something most people are used to owning: cars.
Car subscription plans are mainly aimed at drivers who do not want to have long-term agreements for one single car. Many people using the services say they like being able to use a number of different kinds of vehicles depending on their needs.
Steve Barnes uses a car subscription service in Atlanta, Georgia. He says that every time he orders a new car “it feels like New Year’s morning”. Barnes signed up for the service in 2018 to be able to use many kinds of vehicles for different purposes. He says for some activities with his children, he chooses a large SUV. But when he wants to have fun or go out at night, he chooses a Tesla or some other kinds of sports car. But the comfort of such services can come at a high cost. Barnes pays $1,400 a month for his subscription. This is much higher than the $ 900 a month he used to pay to hire an SUV with insurance. Sill, he has no desire to own or hire a car again. He says his subscription has allowed him to drive many different vehicles which would have cost more than $1 million to own.
Some of the world’s biggest automakers are currently offering subscription plans for vehicles. One of them is Ford Motor Company. The company signed a deal last year with the San Francisco-based Monthly subscription service-Canvas. Canvas offers several models, including used vehicles. Monthly subscriptions start at $379 for small cars and go up to $1,125 for large SUVs. But these plans limit drivers to 800 kilometers per month. For another $100, users can get unlimited travel.
Adela Spulber works at the U.S. -based Center for Automotive Research in Michigan. She said that the effects of vehicle subscription services remain unknown.
1. What is the main purpose of car subscription plans?A.To get people to buy cars more actively. |
B.To encourage people to own their own cars. |
C.To meet some people’s needs to drive different cars. |
D.To reach an agreement with people having a single car. |
A.He is satisfied with the car subscription service. |
B.He always likes to use different types of sports cars. |
C.He hopes to own another car some day. |
D.The cost of a month for his subscription is lower. |
A.Canvas doesn’t provide second-hand cars. |
B.There are different monthly subscriptions to choose from. |
C.A driver may drive Canvas cars without limitation. |
D.Now the subscription services are welcome in San Francisco. |
A.Hopeless. | B.Pessimistic. | C.Optimistic. | D.Uncertain. |
Cycling is kind to the environment so it is an excellent way to take in the city. Here are 4bike-friendly cities having adopted this green mode of transport to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Montréal, Canada
Montréal has already established protected bike paths since the 1980s. BIXI is the city’s bike-sharing system with 9, 600 bikes and almost 800 stations. Cyclists can make their visit to the Tour de L’lle Montreal, a yearly bike ride where cyclists take to the streets for a day without any other vehicles being allowed on the roads.
Malmö, Sweden
Cycling in Malmö is enjoyable due to the relaxed and easy-going manner of most cyclists. The calming atmosphere makes it a great experience, even for nervous riders. A highly recommended bike route is from Ribersborg park to Limhamn Harbour, where riders can take a few good photos of the famous Oresund Bridge.
Beijing, China
In the 1970s, bicycles were the main mode of transportation for people in Beijing. However, dedicated (专用的) cycle paths for cyclists were limited. Only in May 2019, did the city launch its first specific cycle path. This achievement in cycling facility is worth a shout-out for a city with over 21 million people.
Bogota, Colombia
Bogota first introduced the concept of cycle path in 1974. The idea sees cars being banned from city roads every Sunday from 7 a.m.to 2 p.m., helping cyclists, runners and walkers exercise safely. Since then, the city has slowly but steadily expanded the program, including setting up dedicated cycle paths. As a result, Bogota now has 550km of bike paths and is the most bike-friendly city in Latin America.
1. What make(s)Montréal different from other cities?A.A well-developed bike-sharing system. |
B.The oldest protected bike paths. |
C.An annual bicycle event. |
D.The most calming effect on cyclists. |
A.Beijing. | B.Malmö. | C.Montréal. | D.Bogota. |
A.Improvement in cycling facility. |
B.Shift in primary means of transportation. |
C.Regular investment in building bicycle paths. |
D.Multiple specific cycle paths connecting districts. |
10 . Intercity Sleeper Between London and Scotland
Most tickets may be used for travel by Sleeper, subject to availability; and a reservation in a two-berth cabin can be made for £25, except in the case of Solo and Special tickets, which include Sleeper reservations in the fare. The price includes early morning tea or coffee and biscuits. A continental or hot breakfast can be ordered if you wish.
Choose from a range of tickets to suit your journey.
A — SuperApex Only available for travel after 9 a. m. Book at least 2 weeks ahead and travel between Edinburgh or Glasgow and London for the unbeatable price of £59 return. This ticket is non-refundable unless the service is cancelled. | |
B — Apex A real bargain fare. Only £69 return between Edinburgh or Glasgow and London. Great value Sleeper travel available by booking at least a week before outward travel. Ticket refundable on payment of a 25% administrative charge. | E — Solo Treat yourself and enjoy exclusive use of a Standard cabin. Solo is an inclusive return travel ticket with Sleeper reservations for one or both directions. Outward and return reservations should be made at the time of booking. The journey must include al Saturday night away. £140—160 London to Edinburgh/Glasgow return. |
C — SuperSaver Available right up to the day of travel and valid any day except these peak days: all Fridays, also 18—30 December, 31 March and 28 May. Departures between midnight and 2am count as previous day’s departures. London to Glasgow or Edinburgh £82. | F — Special Special is an inclusive return travel package for two people including sleeper reservations for one or both directions. It can mean savings for both of you. Outward and return reservations should be made at the time of booking. From £120. |
D — Saver This flexible ticket is valid every day and can be bought on the day of travel. Your ticket allows standard class travel on any train between 10 a. m. and midnight. No seat reservations available. London to Glasgow or Edinburgh £95. | G — Standard Not the cheapest option but available up to the time of travel and valid for all trains and at all times. You are advised to turn up early for travel on a Friday. |
A.This can only be booked up to one week before departure. |
B.This is not available if you’ re travelling out between 8 a. m. and 9 a. m. |
C.It’s the cheapest ticket available but there is a restriction on departure time. |
D.If you decide not to travel after you have bought the ticket, you cannot get your money back. |
A.SuperSaver. | B.Saver. | C.Special. | D.Standard. |
A.Tourism Bureau. | B.Transportation Bureau. |
C.Advertising Bureau. | D.Finance Bureau. |