Sri Lanka is known as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”, and it is easy to see why. This little country never fails to please visitors.
Arrive
The national airline is Sri Lankan Airlines, which flies from Colombo to London and a couple of other European cities. The country’s main airport is Colombo Bandaranaike, located 29km north of the capital city.
Why now?
The best time to visit Sri Lanka’s southern beaches is from November to April. So by going early in the season, you’ll get the best weather. Also in November, Deepavali, known as “Diwali” or the “Festival of Lights”, is Sri Lanka’s main religious festival, celebrated throughout the country.
See
There is plenty to see in Sri Lanka. The ancient capital cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura are worth seeing, and so are many outstanding ruins. Other must sees are the rock fortress (要塞) of Sigiriya, towering over the jungle as far as the eye can see, and Dambulla’s cave temple, the country’s largest and best preserved. Both are UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) Sites. Kandy is a picture-like town, which was the last stronghold of the Kandyan Kings. Today it is a cultural relic centre where age-old customs, arts, and crafts remain.
Do
Sri Lanka owns about 1,600km of beautiful palm-shaded beaches as well as warm, pure seas and colourful coral reefs. You can explore the underwater world, and surfing and diving are available too. Away from the shore, wildlife is a big draw for Sri Lanka, and Yala National Park is one of the best places in the word to see wild animals including leopards (豹) and elephants.
Taste
Sri Lanka is celebrated for its excellent food, with a particular emphasis on fresh fruit and vegetables on menus everywhere. Fish and seafood are a big part of the local diet.
Did you know?
Sri Lanka is known for its tea, but it is also the world’s largest producer and exporter of cinnamon(肉桂).Which of the following is a cultural relic centre of Sri Lanka?
| A．Kandy. | B．Anuradhapura. | C．Polonnaruwa. | D．Colombo. |
If you want to know something about “Diwali”, you’d better go
there in .
| A．September. | B．October. | C．November. | D．May. |
We learn from the passage that Sri Lanka .
| A．is in the Pacific Ocean |
| B．is famous for its excellent food |
| C．is the world’s largest producer of tea |
| D．has only flights to London |
The author wrote the article in order to .
| A．introduce the picturesque landscape of Sri Lanka |
| B．let readers know what is famous for in Sri Lanka |
| C．make Sri Lanka well known throughout the world |
| D．let people get more travel information about Sri Lanka |
Welcome to the Ambassador Hotel. To make your stay as enjoyable as possible, we hope you will use our facilities（设施） to the full.
Dining Room
Breakfast is served in the dining mom from 8 to 9:30 a.m.. Alternatively, the room staff will bring a breakfast tray to your room at any time after 7 a.m., if you place an order for it by telephone. In this case, please fill out a card and hang it outside your door when you go to bed. Lunch: 12:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Telephone:48752
Room Service
This operates 24 hours a day. Phone the Reception Desk, and your message will be passed on to the room staff.
Telephone: 48759
Telephone
To make a telephone call, dial 0 for Reception and Laundry (洗衣店), and ask to be connected. We apologize for delays in putting calls through when the staff are very busy. There are also public telephone booths(电话亭)near the Reception Desk. Early calls should be booked with Reception.
Shop
The hotel shop is open for souvenirs（纪念品）, gifts and toiletries（化妆品）from 9 a.m. to 5:30p.m.
Telephone: 48687
Laundry
We have a laundry on the premises（附属）and will wash, iron and return your clothes within 24 hours. Ask the room staff to phone the laundrymen to collect them.
Telephone: 48867
Bar
The hotel bar is open from 12 to 2 p.m., and 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.. The Reception staff will cash cheques and exchange money in many foreign currencies（货币）.The announcement(通知) mainly gives us information about ________.
| A．facilities in the hotel |
| B．providing passengers all kinds of service |
| C．the ways of serving |
| D．carrying out the promise of the hotel |
The card in a bedroom of the hotel is to announce that ___________.
| A．you should keep silent when walking past the room |
| B．the passenger of the room is taking a rest |
| C．the waiters mustn’t enter the room |
| D．any visitors won’t bother the hotel guest |
You have arrived to stay at the hotel at 2 a.m., and want a snack(快餐), What should you do ?
| A．Go to the hotel shop. |
| B．Go to the hotel bar. |
| C．Give a message to the waiter. |
| D．Phone Reception |
The following notice is posted in the bus station.
Time Table:
●Buses leave the Railway Station, New York City, from7:00 a.m. and every half-hour thereafter, until 11:30 p.m. (7 days a week)
●Buses leave Brennan Station 20 minutes before and after every hour from 6:20 a.m. to 11:40 p.m. (7 days a week)
●Evening rush hours (5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.); Buses leave the Railway Station, New York City every 15 minutes.(Monday—Friday)
●Holidays Buses leave every hour on the hour, each direction.(Trip time:30minutes each way)
●All tickets must be bought at Window 12, the Railway Station, New York City, or at the Brennan Station Window BEFORE boarding buses.If you want to take a bus in the evening rush hour, you should take the ____ in the Railway Station, New York City on Monday.
| A．6:20 p.m. | B．5:45 p.m. | C．8:00 p.m. | D．7:15 p.m. |
You’ll go back home from work in Brennan. Which of the following bus will you take?
| A．7:30 p.m. | B．6:00 a.m. | C．5:45 p.m. | D．6:20 p.m. |
Where should passengers buy their tickets?
| A．From the bus driver. |
| B．On the bus after getting on it. |
| C．From the conductor. |
| D．At the station before boarding. |
| TV PROGRAMS |
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| Channel 1 |
Channel 2 |
| 18:00 Around China 18:30 Children’s program 19:00 News 19:30 Weather report 19:40 Around the world 20:10 TV play: Sisters 21:00 English for today 21:15 Popular music 21:55 Talk show |
17:45 Computers 18:10 Foreign arts 18:30 English classroom 19:00 Animal world 19:25 China’ 99 20:20 Sports 21:00 Guo Lanying 21:45 English news 22:05 On TV next week |
If you want to watch a football game, the best program for you would be ___ _.
| A．Sports | B．TV play |
| C．Around the world | D．Talk show |
The program of _____ will let you know much about western countries.
| A．Sisters | B．Around China |
| C．Around the world | D．On TV next week |
If you want to know something about tigers, elephants and monkeys, the best program for you is__ _.
| A．Around China | B．Animal world |
| C．TV play | D．Foreign arts |
English classroom is a program that___.
| A．lets you know something about classrooms. |
| B．tells you something about students |
| C．lets you know something about school life |
| D．teaches you English |
Coolest Hotels in the World
Artau Aragon Towers
The Ariau Amazon Towers hotel lets you sleep in a tree house. Eight towers make up this
hotel that offers over 300 rooms. If you really want to get into the spirit, book the Tarzan Suite which is large enough for a big family. You'll be thirty feet up in the air and can travel between the towers through their wooden walkways.
Prices: starting at $300 one night for each person for a regular room and going all the way
up to $3000 for the Tarzan Suite.
For more information, visit the website: http://Hwww.ariautowers.com
The Ice Hotel
Every winter in Jukkasjarvi, Sweden, a special kind of hotel called the lee Hotel is built. Each year, world-famous artists are invited to design and produce works of art from the ice, many of which can be found in the rooms. You'll have your choice between hot or cold rooms but you will be well advised to stay at least one night in a cold room for a true experience.
Prices: starting at $318 one night for each person for either a cold room or a warm one. For more information, visit the website: http:Hwww.icehotel.com
Propeller Island
Propeller Island City Lodge is a very special hotel that was designed by a German artist Each room provides you with the possibility of living in a work of art. Every single piece of furniture in the thirty rooms of the hotel has been hand-made and each room is completely different. You'll be able to choose a room based on your own personal tastes.
Prices: starting at just $91 a night, and an additional (另外) person for only 20 extra dollars. For more information, visit the website: http://www.propeller-island.com
For information about other cool hotels In the world, visit the website: http://www.bahamabeachclub.comWhat it special about the Ariau Amazon Towers hotel?
| A．You can sleep in the tree house. |
| B．You can choose any of the towers. |
| C．It is designed for big families. |
| D．Every room has a walkway. |
For more persons spending a night in one of these hotels, they have to pay at least
A $111 B. $182 C. $600 D. $636Which website should you visit if you want to find out whether there exists a hotel under the sea?
| A．http://www.icehotel.com |
| B．http：//www.ariantowers.com |
| C．http://www.propeller-island.com |
| D．htlp://www.bahamabeachclub.com |
Which hotel would invite artists to come to work every year?
| A．Propeller Bland City Lodge. |
| B．Arian Amazon Towers. |
| C．The Ice Hotel. |
| D．Bahama Beach Club. |
Some diaries from Jackie Chan’s blog
January 4, 2009
Lately I’ve been busy in Beijing having meetings to discuss my new movie. I also attended John Wu’s ceremony（典礼）of his new movie, Red Cliff, which took two years to complete. I’m good friends with the director John Wu and the main actor Tony Leung.
January 5, 2009
Today I went to record a television program for Beijing TV called Volunteers Across China. This TV program is a large-scale reality show that is based on the idea that “good people reap good rewards” and it hopes to encourage people to be more aware and help the “good people” who are in difficult situations.
January 6, 2009
I’m very pleased to announce that my Jackie Chan automobile website is set up and officially operating! I hope that through this automotive website, I can get in touch with more people who want to buy cars.
January 7, 2009
Today, I went to record a song called Zhongguo Nian. This song was written by Chang Shilei. I sing this song together with Tan Jing. Chang Shilei is a naturally talented musician. He also has an interesting habit. His piano is placed next to his bed. When he wakes up, he plays the piano until he’s tired, and then he lies down on his bed to sleep.
January 9, 2009
Today I met with the producer and director of Longwei Xiaozi ,and I also brought along my friend’s daughter for a screen test. Although my friend’s daughter grew up in China, her English is very good and it just happened by chance that this movie needs a young actress for a part, so I took her along to audition（试演）.What might be the best title for this passage?
| A．My new movie. | B．My busy life. |
| C．My good friend. | D．My favorite song. |
The TV program Volunteers Across China tries to
| A．find some rich people who are able to help the poor. |
| B．encourage people to look after the young. |
| C．ask people to help “good people” who are in trouble. |
| D．make China more and more famous all over the word. |
The underlined word “announce” in the third paragraph means
| A．tell sb sth officially |
| B．tell sb what you think |
| C．tell sb to do sth |
| D．say that sth must happen |
With whom does the author sing the song Zhongguo Nian ?
| A．John Wu. | B．Tony Leung. | C．Chang Shilei. | D．Tan Jing. |
What can we infer from the text?
| A．It took the author two years to finish the movie Red Cliff. |
| B．People who are in trouble can ask Beijing TV for help. |
| C．Chang Shilei is a famous actor who is good at playing the piano. |
| D．Longwei Xiaozi needs a young actress for a part who can speak English well. |
| Gadgets make study fun Now in a world piled high with smartphones, tablets (平板电脑)and e-readers, technology has entered the classroom in ways unimaginable． Taking classes can be fun too． All you have to do is swipe your fingers on your phone screen and download some apps (应用程序), which can make your study more fun and efficient ． Balancing study and play in a college setting has never been easy-and with the following few apps, it’ll be tough to tell the two apart． |
| Evernote Use:note-taking Can be used on: iPhone/iPad/iPod touch, Android , BlackBerry, Palm OS and Windows , Phone 7 price :free If you take notes to stay organized，then Evernote is for you． The main thing about Evernote is that all of your notes are automatically sent into the cloud-and then you can access them from any web-connected computer via the Evernote app or a web browser(浏览器)． Evernote also supports audio and photo notes-rather handy if you want to record your lecture or take photos of any projected notes． But, of course, ask for permission first． |
| Wikipanion Use:research database Can be used on: iPhone/iPad/iPod touch Price :free ( Wikipanion Plus for $4．99,or 31．87 yuan ) Now , you don’t necessarily have to go to a library or anywhere with computer services to do research work for your paper anymore． You can get access to the research databases just on your smartphone or tablet． |
| Conquering Bilingual News Listening in 7 Days Use: English learning application Can be used on : iPhone/iPad/iPod touch Price:For a limited time you can get the App for only $0．99—half price．Still learning English with a workbook? If so, you are behind the times．Get 21st Century Newspaper’s new iPhone App, “Conquering Bilingual News Listening in 7 Days”．When you download the App on your iPhone, you can listen to the hottest bilingual news selected from the newspaper’s official website (w．w．w．i2lst．cn)and read by native speakers, “Conquering Bilingual News Listening in 7 Days” has ranked No 1 on the Chinese education App list． For a limited time you can get the App for only $0．99—half price． |
The purpose of this passage to ．
| A．make your study more fun and efficient |
| B．introduce some apps used on gadgets |
| C．advertise high-tech teaching ways |
| D．promote new application programs |
According to the passage, we can know that ．
| A．the three apps all support audio and photo forms． |
| B．college study is undoubtedly full of ease and fun |
| C．college students used to do research work in the library or via computers |
| D．students can record lectures and send them to the cloud without permission |
Which of the following is true about the apps?
| A．They can only be used on smartphones． |
| B．Evemote and Wikipanion Plus are free． |
| C．Evemote can merely be used on a computer． |
| D．They improve learning efficiency and pleasure． |
HOLIDAY HOMES IN MALLORCA
Holiday houses in Mallorca sailing and fishing port -- quiet even in summer season. Beautifully situated houses with sights of sea and mountains, yet near to shops and restaurants. Cars and bicycles for hire. Sailing and sports clubs nearby.
ITALY IN COMFORT
Luxury coach（长途客运汽车） trips of Italy, out of normal holiday season. 21days to visit five Italian cities starting from London 1st May, 1st September. The trips are guided by professor Martin Davis, Head of Italian Studies, London University. See the arts and culture of historic Italy.
KIBBUTZ HOLIDAYS IN ISRAEL（以色列）
Working holidays on a kibbutz（ co -operative farm） in Israel. All nationalities welcome for one to three months, if prepared to work morning with kibbutz members.
Accommodation （住宿）, food and trips to historic sights all provided free - you pay only for the special low- cost return flight.
TWO WEEKS ON A CARIBBEAN ISLAND
Two-week holidays in the Hotel Splendid, on a lovely beach with golden sands and deep-blue sea. Tennis, golf, sailing and all water sports, trips around the island arranged. Near to town of Castries with lively evening entertainment--dancing.
1st November - 31st March = ￡ 720 per person
1st April - 30th October = ￡ 850 per person
Jack and his wife Mary, who have recently retired, want to see places of cultural and historic interest abroad, but Mary hates flying.
Michael, a young computer programmer, has been working hard and needs a holiday to relax in winter. He would like to go somewhere warmer and sunny, where he can swim in the sea, and he enjoys sports and dancing.
Henry and Kate, both teachers, and their two sons, have to take their holiday during the school summer holidays. There must be plenty for the boys to do, although Henry and Kate just want to have beautiful scenery, good food and wine--and peace.Michael would most probably go to ________ for his holiday.
| A．Italy | B．Israel |
| C．Mallorca | D．a Caribbean island |
The best holiday for Jack and Mary would be________.
| A．the 21 - day coach trip of Italy |
| B．the 2 -week stay in the Hotel Splendid |
| C．the 14 -day trip around a Caribbean island |
| D．the working holidays for 1 -3 months on a kibbutz in Israel |
Henry and Kate and their sons would like________.
| A．a holiday working on a kibbutz in Israel |
| B．a holiday visiting cities by coach in Italy |
| C．a holiday house in the fishing port in Mallorca |
| D．a holiday hotel on a lovely beach on a Caribbean Island |
You can find this passage most probably in ________.
| A．a school library | B．a tourist agency |
| C．the post office | D．the museum |
A School Report
| Name: Edward Scott School: Kelvin Grove Stale High School Grade: 7 Term ends: 6，May |
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| Subjects & Performances |
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| Maths |
He is a little weak in this, but he has tried his best to catch up with others. |
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| English |
He is the best in the class. Keep it up. |
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| Science |
He can work out many difficulties. |
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| French |
His reading is very good, he can remember many words. |
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| History |
He is not so good at this, but has done better than before. |
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| Geography |
He is familiar(熟悉) with the names of many places in the world. |
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| Music |
He doesn't like pop songs, though sings very well. |
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| Remarks(评语): Edward is able to do a lot better. More work is needed next term. |
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| Class teacher: Ivy |
Headmaster: M. L. Martin |
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| School reopens: 11, September |
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This is a_________.
| A．studying plan of Edward Scott |
| B．teaching plan of Ivy |
| C．school report of Edward Scott |
| D．working plan of M. L. Martin |
Which subject is NOT mentioned(提到) in the form?
| A．Chinese | B．Music | C．Maths | D．Geography |
Edward's best subject is_________.
| A．science | B．English | C．French | D．history |
Edward is not so good at_________.
| A．science and geography |
| B．history and French |
| C．music and English |
| D．maths and history |
During the summer holidays there will be a revised(修改过的)schedule of services for the students. Changes for dinning-room and library service hours and for bus schedules will be posted on the wall outside of the dining-hall．Weekly film and concert schedules,which are being arranged(安排), will be posted each Wednesday outside of the student club.
In the summer holidays, buses going to the town center will leave the main hall every hour on the half hour during the day．The dining-room will serve three meals a day from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm during the week and two meals from noon to 7:00 pm on weekends．The library will continue its usual hours during the week, but have shorter hours on Saturdays and Sundays．The weekend hours are from noon to5:00 pm.
All students who want to use the library borrowing services must have a new summer card．This announcement will also appear in the next week’s student newspaper.The main purpose of this announcement is to .
| A．tell students of important schedule changes |
| B．tell students of new bus and library services |
| C．show the excellent services for students |
| D．ask students to renew their library cards |
Times for films and concerts are not listed in this announcement because .
| A．they are not to be announced |
| B．they are hard to arrange |
| C．the full list is not ready |
| D．the full list is too long |
At which of the following times will the bus leave the main hall?
| A．8:00, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 |
| B．8:30, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 |
| C．8:30,9:00, 9:30,10:00 |
| D．8:00, 9:30, 11:00, 12:30 |
In the summer holidays,the library will have .
| A．no special hours |
| B．special hours on weekdays |
| C．special hours on weekends |
| D．special hours both on weekdays and weekends |
(You may read the questions first.)
Transformers: Dark of the Moon
Theatrical Release Date: July 1, 2011
Studio: Paramount Pictures
Director: Michael Bay
Genre: Action︱Adventure︱Sequel︱ Sci-Fi︱ 3D
The Autobots, led by Optimus Prime, are back in action, taking on the evil Decepticons. The Autobots and Decepticons become involved in a dangerous space race. The Autobots learn of a Cybertronian spacecraft on the Moon and must race against the Decepticons to find its secrets, which could turn the tide in the Transformers’ final battle. Shockwave, a longtime “Transformers” character, rules Cybertron while the Autobots and Decepticons battle it out on Earth.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II
Theatrical Release Date: July 15, 2011
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures
Director: David Yates
Genre: Action︱Adventure︱Sequel︱Fantasy︱3D
In part II, the battle between the good and evil forces of the Wizarding world evolves into an all-out war. This final adventure continues Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s attempt to find and destroy Voldemort’s remaining Horcruxes. Harry Potter is called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice to bring an end to his nemesis.
Winnie the Pooh
Theatrical Release Date: July 15, 2011
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Don Hall, Stephen J. Anderson
Genre: Sequel︱Family Animation
Winnie the Pooh is a 2011 American traditionally animated feature film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. Based upon the characters of the children’s books Winnie-the-Pooh, The House at Pooh Corner by A. A. Milne and Return to the Hundred Acre Wood by David Benedictus, the film features two previously unadapted stories from the original books.
In the movie, Owl sends the whole gang to save Christopher Robin from an imaginary bad character, and it turns out to be a very busy day for Winnie the Pooh who simply set out to find some honey.Which of the following is not the genre of Transformers: Dark of the Moon?
A. Action. B. Sequel. C. 3D. D. Fantasy.According to the Movie Express above, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II is mainly about _______.
| A．a journey of Harry, Ron, and Hermione |
| B．high risks of the final adventure |
| C．an all-out war between good and evil forces |
| D．a fear of Lord Voldemort |
Who might be most interested in the Movie Express of Winnie the Pooh?
| A．Would-be parents. | B．Families with children. |
| C．Writers of children’s books. | D．Honey lovers. |
Summer in Europe is very nice for us to visit one of our favourite cities for a break. Below we have put together a short list of our favourite summer break locations（地方） that offer a great balance of culture, sunshine and fun.
Berlin, the second most populous city in the European Union, gets the third place on our list. It has three famous airports: Tegel International Airport, Tempelhof International Airport, and Schonefeld International Airport.
The capital of Germany is on this list not only because it is a fantastic place to go on holiday but also since it teaches a very important lesson to humanity（人，人性）. The Berlin Wall, the better part of which still remains well kept for educational and amusement（娱乐） aims, reminds us of the extra costs paid by everyone. Today, the undamaged part of the Wall, known as the East Side Gallery, shows striking murals(壁画)；if you are interested in this chapter(时期) of the city’s history, there is also a Berlin Wall Memorial you would want to visit. The Potsdamer Platz, divided into two by the Wall, is a newly developed area that is famous for a large shopping center and movie theatre complexes（混合体）, and adds a bit of modern colour to Berlin’s historical value.
Much like the other places that made the list, Berlin is also a city of art. The city has over one hundred and fifty museums in all, and a few of the ones providing an extraordinary experience include the Art Center Berlin Friedrichstrabe, the Museum of Indian Art, and the Museum of East Asian Art. Appreciating Berlin’s art is much like taking a university course in itself and it can only be truly appreciated in several trips.Which of the following statements is NOT mentioned in this passage?
| A．Berlin is a city with a large population in Europe. |
| B．Berlin has many parks and bridges. |
| C．Berlin is a city with many museums. |
| D．Berlin is the capital city of Germany. |
From the passage, visitors can enjoy .
| A．beautiful sights | B．striking murals | C．art museums | D．all the above |
What is the main idea of the third paragraph?
| A．The reasons for Berlin to be chosen on the list. |
| B．Berlin’s modern developments. |
| C．Berlin’s historical feature. |
| D．The significance(意义)of the Berlin Wall. |
If Peter is interested in German history, he should visit .
| A．the Art Center Berlin Friedrichstrabe |
| B．the Museum of Indian Art |
| C．the Berlin Wall Memorial |
| D．movie theatre complexes |
Italian Lakes and Greek Islands(12Days)
Prices starting from $1，999
Your tour begins in Milan, Italy, and moves on to the pretty Italian Lake District and the attractive resort(胜地）of Stresa, your home for two nights. Collette Vacations has carefully chosen the Costa Victoria as your home away from home for your 7-night journey along the waterways of the Mediterranean. The cruise ship is filled with the warmth and culture of Italy and is richly designed with entertainment(娱乐）areas and very good living conditions. It will take you to the places of your dreams.
You'll spend 4 days touring Greek cities you've always heard about. In Katakolon, you will have the only unguided tour to nearby Olympia on the whole journey. Then with a local guide you will visit the Greek islands of Santorini, which is often related to the story of the lost city of Atlantis, and Mykonos, a wonderful island with beautiful beaches.
Your journey ends in Verona, home of the love story Romeo and Juliet, with a fun-filled farewell dinner-a perfect ending to a pleasant journey.
12Day, 25Meals:10Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 9Dinners
Day 1 Overnight flight to Italy
Day 2-3 Regina Palace, stresa, Italy
Day 4-10 Costa Victoria(Costa cruises)
Day 11 Hotel Leopardi, Verona, Italy
Day 12 Leave for home
Please Note: How is the journey planned?
| A．It starts and ends in Italy. |
| B．It starts and ends in Greece. |
| C．It starts in Italy and ends in Greece. |
| D．It starts in Greece and ends in Italy. |
What can be inferred from the travel plan?
| A．The price may get lower than those in the plan. |
| B．The prices include three meals a day. |
| C．The price is the highest in summer. |
| D．The prices include entertainment service. |
What does the underlined part “the Costa Victoria” most probably refer to?
| A．A famous hotel. | B．A beautiful resort. |
| C．A comfortable ship. | D．A long-distance bus. |
Tourists will travel on their own in .
| A．Stresa | B．Olympia | C．Mykonos | D．Verona |
King's College Summer School is an annual( 每年的) training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King' s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year's summer school will be from July 25 to August 15.
More information is as follows:
| Application (申请) date Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2011. Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2011. Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2011. |
Courses English Language Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours American History: 16 hours American Culture: 16 hours |
| Stepsl A letter of self-introduction l A letter of recommendation(推荐) ﹡ The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. |
CostDaily lessons: $200 l Sports and activities: $100 l Travels: $200 l Hotel service: $400 ﹡You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city. |
| Please write to: Thompson, Sanders 1026 King' s Street New York, NY 10016, USA E-mail: KC-Summer-School@ yahoo.com |
You can most probably read the text in ________.
| A．a textbook | B．a travel guide |
| C．a newspaper | D．a telephone book |
Which of the following is true about King' s College Summer School?
| A．Only top students can take part in the program |
| B．Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program. |
| C．King' s College Summer School is run every other year |
| D．Only the teachers of King' s College give courses. |
King’s College Summer School offered the following courses except ____.
| A．English Language | B．American History |
| C．American Culture | D．American Geography |
If you are to live with your relatives in New York, you will have to pay the school __
| A．$200 | B．$400 | C．$900 | D．$500 |
Travelling can be a way to gain life experiences，especially during Spring Break—a week long school vacation in the United States. But what if you’re a student and don’t have enough money for a trip? Don’t worry. Here are some useful suggestions.
Save：This probably is the most important preparation for travelling. Cut expenses to fatten_your_wallet so you will have more choices about where to go and how to get there.
Plan ahead：Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Tickets may cost more when bought on short notice. Giving yourself several months to get ready can mean security and savings.
Do your homework：No matter where you go，research the places you will visit. Decide what to see. Travel books will provide information on the cheapest hotels and restaurants.
Plan sensibly：Write down what you expect to spend for food and hotels. Stick to your plan or you may not have enough money to cover everything.
Travel in groups：Find someone who is interested in visiting the same place. By travelling with others you can share costs and experiences.
Work as you go：Need more money to support your trip? Look for work in the places you visit.
Go off the beaten path：Tourist cities may be expensive. You may want to rethink your trip and go to a lesser－known area. Smaller towns can have many interesting activities and sights.
Pack necessary things：The most important things to take are not always clothes. Remember medicine in case you get sick and snacks in case you cannot find a cheap restaurant.
Use the Internet：The Net can help to save money. Some useful websites include www.Travelocity.com，www. bargains－lowestfare.com and www.economictravel.com.
By planning sensibly，even students can enjoy the travel. Your travel experiences will be remembered for a lifetime.This passage is about ________.
| A．how to get life experiences |
| B．how to travel with enough money |
| C．how to make your travel interesting |
| D．how to plan your travel |
The underlined words “fatten your wallet” probably means ________.
| A．make your wallet larger | B．put some fat in your wallet |
| C．save some money | D．put some choices in your wallet |
During your trip，________.
| A．you need more shoes than clothes |
| B．you can gain valuable life experiences |
| C．you shouldn’t look for work all the way |
| D．you should forget to do your homework |
Suppose you were a student without enough money. If you’d like to travel，you’d better do the following things EXCEPT ________.
| A．doing your homework before traveling |
| B．traveling with others |
| C．going to a place that is not so famous |
| D．taking some medicine and food in case |
The purpose of this passage is________.
| A．to encourage the students to have a trip |
| B．to give some advice on travelling |
| C．to introduce some websites about travelling |
| D．to teach the students how to save money during their trip |
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