The lions and leopards(豹) of a national park ...

The lions and leopards(豹) of a national park in India normally do not get along. They_______each other for space and food. But about a year ago, a young lioness in the park _______ a baby leopard.

The 2-month-old baby with brown ears and blue eyes was_______,and the lioness spent weeks nursing,_______ and caring for him until he died. She treated him as if he were one of her own two sons, who were about the same age. This was a_______case of cross-species adoption in the wild, and the only documented example involving animals that are normally _______.

_______,the park workers thought the association would be brief, but this went on. The family were _______to tour the park. The lioness took care of the baby, and_________meat that she hunted. The new brothers played with him and occasionally followed him up trees. This unlikely________was surely amazing.

Although this adoption was puzzling, it highlights the________between the two species. Until they reach young adulthood, when social differences __________, lions and leopards play and beg for milk in similar ways. For this mother lioness, she may have ________the baby's more leopard-like features —his smell, size and spotted appearance. He just jumped in.

The__________ of the inter species adoption in the wild would be sweet enough for a children's book, yet________enough to attract scientists.

1.A.put up with B.take advantage of C.depend on D.fight with

2.A.scared B.adopted C.spotted D.attacked

3.A.lazy B.brave C.weak D.dangerous

4.A.feeding B.checking C.following D.dressing

5.A.simple B.typical C.famous D.rare

6.A.friends B.competitors C.partners D.neighbors

7.A.Initially B.Luckily C.Certainly D.Unexpectedly

8.A.expected B.observed C.persuaded D.pushed

9.A.cooked B.packed C.shared D.burned

10.A.experience B.affair C.agreement D.connection

11.A.communication B.similarities C.behavior D.differences

12.A.emerge B.remain C.recover D.survive

13.A.compared B.disliked C.ignored D.protected

14.A.incident B.experience C.report D.tale

15.A.strange B.caring C.reliable D.moving

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Bandhavgarh National park in India is best known for its amazing setting, as well as having the highest concentration of tigers in India. In addition to tigers, there are also bears, deer, wolves, birds, etc.

Location: In Madhya Pradesh state, almost 200 kilometers northeast of Jabalpur. The nearest village is Tala, which is the access point of the park.

Opening Hours and Safari(游猎) Times

Safaris operate twice a day, starting at dawn until late morning, and mid afternoon until sunset. The best time to visit the park is early in the morning or after 4 p.m to spot the animals. The park is closed from July 1 to September 30 due to the monsoon season(季风季节).

Bandhavgarh Zones

Bandhavgarh is divided into three main zones: Tala(the park’s best zone, with the most tigers), Magdhi(the second best zone to see tigers), and Khitauli(scenic and less visited, although tiger sightings do occur there; particularly good for birding).

Entry Fees and Charges for Jeep Safaris

Bandhavgarh has become expensive to visit in recent years. Entry fees have increased since October 2014. When going on a safari, separate fees must be paid for park entry and jeep hire. Entry tickets are priced per vehicle(up to six people). For 2015-16, park entry tickets cost as follows:

Tala Zone: 2,400 rupees for Indians, 4,800 rupees for foreigners.(Up to six people)

Other Zones: 1,200 rupees for Indians, 2,400rupees for foreigners.(Up to six people)

Jeep Hire

Expect to pay about 2,200 rupees to hire a jeep, in addition to the entry cost. This can be done at the park entrance. All hotels can arrange jeep hire and tours, but at a higher rate. It’s much less trouble though. Besides, unlike many national parks in India, it’s possible to take private vehicles into Bandhavgarh.

1.What is Bandhavgarh National Park most famous for?

A. Lots of tigers.　　 B. Beautiful birds.

C. Species of bears.　　 D. A number of wolves.

2.When can you visit the park?

A. In July.　　 B. In June.

C. In September.　　 D. In August.

3.What do we know about Bandhavgarh Zones?

A. Khitauli is frequently visited.

B. Magdhi has attractive scenery.

C. Magdhi is good for bird-watching.

D. Tala is probably the most popular zone.

4.How much should five Americans pay for entry fees to visit Magdhi Zone?

A. 1,200 rupees　　 B. 2,400 rupees

C. 4,800 rupees　　 D. 6,000 rupees

5.Which of the following statements is True about jeep hire in the park?

A. Tourists can only hire a jeep from the park.

B. Hiring jeeps from hotels costs less money.

C. Tourists don’t have to hire jeeps.

D. Jeep hire fees are included in the entry cost.

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Yellowstone National Park is the flagship of the National Park Service and a favorite to millions of visitors each year. The park is a major destination for all members of the family. By driving the grand loop road, visitors can view the park from the comfort of their vehicle and also take a rest at one of the many roadside picnic areas.

How much is the entrance fee?

$25 - Private, noncommercial vehicle;

$20 - Motorcycle or snowmobile (winter);

$12 - Visitors 16 and older entering by foot, bike, ski, etc.

This fee provides the visitor with a 7-day entrance permit for both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.

A $50 park annual pass provides entrance for a single private non-commercial vehicle at Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. The $10 Interagency Senior Pass (62 and older) is a lifetime pass available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Where can you stay?

Inside Yellowstone, you can choose to stay in modern or historic hotels and cabins inside the park like the Old Faithful Inn, the world’s largest log structure. For those who want to be a little closer to nature, there are 12 campgrounds with a range of services from primitive pit toilets to shower and laundry facilities. There’ s also RV camping with and without dumping stations.

Staying outside the park gives you unique Old West experiences but still keeps you close to park attractions.

If you’re taking a road trip to Yellowstone, you’ll want to check out our Hotels and Cabins On The Road section.

1.The entrance fees listed on the web page don’t apply to _______.

A.temporary residents in the USA

B.vehicles involving business activities

C.visitors out of a certain age range

D.private motorcycles and snowmobiles

2.What are you likely to acquire in the Old Faithful Inn?

A.Unique old west experiences.

B.Primitive pit toilets and shower.

C.Knowledge of origin of the park.

D.RV camping with dumping sites.

3.Where does the passage probably come from?

A.A magazine. B.A textbook.

C.A notice. D.A travel guide.

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1.The entrance fees listed on the web page don’t apply to _______.

A. temporary residents in the USA

B. visitors out of a certain age range

C. vehicles involving business activities

D. private motorcycles and snowmobiles

2.What are you likely to acquire in the Old Faithful Inn?

A. Unique old west experiences.

B. Primitive pit toilets and shower.

C. Knowledge of origin of the park.

D. RV camping with dumping sites.

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With its snow-covered mountains and a variety of wildlife, Yellow Stone National Park is one of the scenic treasures of the United States. Located primarily in Wyoming, the park hosts millions of visitors every year. If you plan to travel within the park, keep in mind advice from the National Park Service.

Seasonal Travel

Travel varies vastly from season to season. Roads are generally open in the summer except for cases of rock or mud slides, wild fires, accidents or road construction. Early snows in the fall can cause some roads to close temporarily. In the winter almost all roads are closed to motor vehicles, but snowmobiles and other snow vehicles with tracks are allowed. Roads begin to open for the spring by the latter part of April but can close if snowfall continues.

Driving Time

Grand Loop is the main road through Yellowstone National Park; it passes by most of the major attractions. These include Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. The maximum speed limit on the Grand Loop is 45 miles per hour, but the speed limit drops during some of the winding and twisting sections of this narrow road. Allow yourself at least two days to fully travel the loop due to the size of the park and being sometimes stuck in heavy traffic.

Safety Awareness

Buffalo(水牛)often block the roads in the park as they move through the fields. If a group is traveling across the road you are on, you can either wait for them to pass or find an alternative route. If you get out of your vehicle, the National Park Service says to stay at least 25 yards from any buffalo (and 100 yards or more away from bears and wolves). Buffalo are particularly unpredictable and charge people at speeds up to 30 mph.

You can take your bicycle on any public roads and routes designed for bikes, but bicycles are not allowed on the park roads which are narrow with few shoulders. Altitudes range from 5, 300 to 8, 860 feet. The National Park Service recommends cyclists wear helmets and noticeable clothing.

1.What do we know about travelling in the Yellowstone Park?

A. Roads will stay open in case of emergency.

B. Traffic jam happens from time to time.

C. The driving speed on the road can be 50 mph.

D. Motor vehicles are allowed in the winter.

2.What does the National Park Service suggest people do about safety?

A. Stay inside the car throughout the travel.

B. Get out of their vehicles when coming across the Buffalo.

C. Wear the easy-to-see clothes while bicycling.

D. Avoid bicycling on the public roads.

3.From which is the text probably taken?

A. A guidebook.

B. A commercial advertisement.

C. A research paper.

D. A geography textbook.

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The state of Colorado has four of the 58 national parks in the United States.These have been judged as the best places of all the national parks.

Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park

This park lies in western Colorado and offers the most impressive views from up in the mountains into the canyons (峡谷)below.While exploring the canyons,you will find that the walls drop nearly straight down into very narrow valleys with snake-like rivers below.Visitors are offered more than 100 camping sites,and a lot of bird species and many animals are native to the area.

Rocky Mountain National Park

It is the only national park in the north central region in the state of Colorado.Elevations (高地)in this park you will find are anywhere from 8,000 feet to 14,259 at the top of Longs Peak.While travelling throughout this park,you will find there are two very different climates because of the fact that the tops of the Rocky Mountains make a difference.With 359 miles of trails for hiking,there are a lot of places for camping,horseback riding and just enjoying the sights of nature.

Mesa Verde National Park

This is probably the most interesting of all the national parks,offering an extremely interesting trip back in time to 600 A.D.up to 1,300 A.D.This park was declared (宣布)a protected national park in 1906 because of the cliff dwellings (住人的崖洞)that were found throughout the park area,which was once home to American Indians.Visitors can actually walk through these dwellings,and they may imagine what each room may have been used for so many years ago.

Great Sand Dunes National Park

The Great Sand Dunes (沙丘)National Park lies in south central Colorado,about 127 miles from Pueblo.This park has the tallest sand dunes in all of North America,with trails for hiking.Natural sandy beaches there are good for people who want to swim around the small rivers and lakes.

1.A person who enjoys mountains and rivers will visit 　　 .

A.Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park

B.Rocky Mountain National Park

C.Mesa Verde National Park

D.Great Sand Dunes National Park

2.Which of the following is TRUE about Rocky Mountain National Park?(　 )

A.It has the tallest mountains in the USA.

B.It has very different weather conditions.

C.It is the most interesting national park.

D.It is about 359 miles from Pueblo.

3.If you are interested in history you will visit 　　 .

A.Rocky Mountain National Park

B.Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park

C.Great Sand Dunes National Park

D.Mesa Verde National Park

4.Mesa Verde National Park has been a protected national park for around 　　 years.

A.1,000　　　 B.1,500 　　 C.100　　 D.200

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Millions of people visit Yosemite National Park every year to see the tall waterfalls and mountains. These mountains are a splendid sight when viewed from the valley floor. Lots of stores, hotels, and restaurants are needed to handle the crowds. Also, water, roads, and other service systems are part of the infrastructure（ 基础设施）that must be maintained.

Unfortunately, these systems are starting to break down. It is not just in Yosemite but in national parks around the nation.

Yosemite is thirty years old according to Dennis Galvin, a National Park Service worker. The park is not only old but worn out. Two or three times as many visitors come every year. That is too many visitors for the park to deal with.

Four years ago a storm washed out a water pipeline in the Grand Canyon. The National Park Service had to send water trucks to provide water for the visitors. Last month pipe almost broke again and roads had to be closed for a while.

Why hasn’t the National Park Service kept up the park repairs? There is lack of money. The United States has 378 mountains, parks, and wilderness areas. Between three and four billion dollars are needed for repairs.

Yosemite is one national park that does have money fro repairs. It has two hundred million dollars but cannot spend it any way it chooses. When the park workers started widening the road, they were forced to stop by the Sierra Club. The club claimed that the road work was damaging the Merced River that runs through the park.

A Sierra Club lawyer, Julia Olson, feels that the infrastructure needs to be moved out of Yosemite. That way less pressure will be put on the already crowed park.

1. According to the text, the mountains in Yosemite look most splendid when

they are appreciated from _______ .

2.National parks like Yosemite in the U.S. find it increasingly difficult to

meet the need of visitors because _______ .

3.The main problem of Yosemite Park is its ________ .

4. According to the text, the Sierra Club is most likely to be _______ .

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Millions of people visit Yosemite National Park every year to see the tall waterfalls and mountains. These mountains are a splendid sight when viewed form the valley floor. Lots of stores, hotels, and restaurants are needed to handle the crowds. Also, water, roads, and other service systems are part of the infrastructure (基础设施) that must be maintained.

Unfortunately, these systems are starting to break down. It’s not just in Yosemite but in national parks around the nation.

Yosemite is thirty years old according to Dennis Galvin, a National Park Service worker. The Park is not only old but worn out. Two or three times as many visitors come every year. That is too many visitors for the park to deal with.

Four years ago a storm washed out a water pipeline in the Grand Canyon. The National Park Service had to send water trucks to provide water for the visitors. Last month pipes almost broke again and roads had to be closed for a while.

Why hasn’t the National Park Service kept up the park repairs? There is a lack of money. The United States has 378 monuments, parks, and wilderness areas. Between three and four billion dollars are needed for repairs.

Yosemite is one national park that does have money for repairs. It has two hundred million dollars but cannot spend it any way it chooses. When the park workers started widening the road, they were forced to stop by the Sierra Club. The club claimed that the road work was damaging the Merced River that runs through the park.

A sierra Club lawyer, Julia Olson, feels that the infrastructure needs to be moved out of Yosemite. That way less pressure will be put on the already crowded park.

1.According to the text, the mountains in Yosemite look most splendid when they are appreciated from ______.

A. the bottom of the valleys                    B. the top of the mountains

C. the side of the mountains                    D. the edge of the valleys

2.National parks like Yosemite in the U.S. find it increasingly difficult to meet the need of

visitors because ______.

A. their transport management needs improving

B. they spend too much on their service systems

C. their service systems frequently go out of order

D. they need help from environmental organizations

3.The main problem of Yosemite National Park is its ______.

A. rundown water pipes                      B. overcrowdedness

C. lack of money                            D. narrow roads

4.According to the text, the Sierra Club is most likely to be ______.

A. an environmental group                   B. an information center

C. a travel service                         D. a law firm

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Tanzania Tarangire is a national park in Tanzania. The park itself covers an area of around 2,850 square kilometers, making it the sixth largest park of its kind in the country. I recently visited it to see what it was like.

One of the first sightings upon entering the park I found was a huge group of elephants. Our guide told us Tarangire was probably the best place in Tanzania to find large groups of elephants. We continued to watch the elephants as they stood under trees and scratched(搔)themselves against the trees to hit the spot of an itch(痒)．

To the right of the elephant group, we noticed a big tree. Our guide informed us that this was a baobab tree and that Tarangire was one of the best national parks in Africa to see so many baobab trees.

As we continued our drive through the park, we finally reached a watering hole. Our guide warned us there were lions all around us. Most of them were resting in the shade under bushes, but there was one that was drinking from the watering hole directly in front of us. We then noticed there were a couple of fresh zebra corpses(尸体)—it seemed as if the resting lions had killed them!

Our final big sighting was one that none of us were expecting to see！We pulled over to where there was a large gathering of cars, with a sleeping leopard there！We took photos happily and excitedly and observed its surprising body before returning to our hotel as it was getting late.

So I hope you enjoyed my description of Tarangire，and that I've inspired you to add this amazing park to your very own Tanzania travel plan.

1.we can learn from the passage that Tanzania Tarangire ______.

A.is the sixth largest park in Tanzania

B. is one of the best places to hunt animals.

C. is famous for its amazing animals and plants

D. has the largest number of elephants in the world

2.Elephants scratched themselves against the trees because    ______   .

A. they felt uncomfortable

B. the weather was too hot

C. they were angry about something

D. they were playing with each other

3.How did the author travel in Tanzania Tarangire?

A．By bicycle.     B．By train.

C．On foot.     D．By car.

4.What does the author think of his trip in Tanzania Tarangire?

A．Boring.     B．Enjoyable.

C．Dangerous.     D．Challenging.

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Dark Sky Parks around the World

Warrumbungle National Park

Situated in the central west slopes of New South Wales is Australia’s only dark sky park, Warrumbungle. The park has served as a dark sky park since July 2016. Its crystal-clear night skies and high altitude make it a natural, educational, and astronomical heritage site in the southern half of the earth. Tourists can use Australia’s largest optical telescope within the park boundaries to view the auroras(极光)，the Milky Way, and faint shooting stars.

Sark

Sark is a Channel Island near the coast of Normandy under the protection of the UK. It was the World’s First Dark Sky Island set up in January 2011. Its historical and cultural blend attracts over 40,000 tourists annually. With no motor vehicles and public lighting on the island, there is an exceptional view of the dark skies. A rich Milky Way is visible in the dark night skies from the shores of the island.

Pic du Midi de Bigorre

Pic du Midi de Bigorre in France was designated as a dark sky park in December 2013 making it the second largest dark sky park in the world. The park covers 3.112 square kilometers spread across the Pyrenees National Park and UNESCO’s World Heritage site, Pyrenees-Mont Perdu. The park attracts over one hundred star watchers every year. The Observatory Midi-Pyrenees, which was built in 1870, is one of the world’s highest museums at a height of 2,877 meters above sea level.

Ramon Crater/Makhtesh Ramon

Ramon Crater is a unique 1,100-square-kilometer nature reserve located in the Negev Desert in Israel. In 2017, the Ramon Crater became the first designated dark sky park in the Middle East. Its location, rough climate, and forbidding landscape that are characteristic of the Negev have largely defeated historical attempts for human settlement, making it a great place to view the night skies. Stargazers usually camp in the desert to have an uninterrupted view of the stars, planets, and the Milky Way.

1.Which park serves as a heritage site for astronomy?

A. Sark.

B. Pic du Midi de Bigorre.

C. Warrumbungle National Park.

D. Ramon Crater/Makhtesh Ramon.

2.What do we know about Sark from the passage?

A. Not a single car runs there.

B. It was an island belonging to Normandy.

C. The Milky Way can only be seen there.

D. Visitors like to stay on the island in groups.

3.What makes it difficult for humans to live in Ramon Crater?

A. High altitude. B. The large area.

C. Geographical conditions. D. Cultural features.

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