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The Puffing Billy Railway, located about 40km east of Melbourne, was constructed in the early 1900s to open up remote areas. The present line between Belgrave and Gembrook travels through the forests and farmlands of the magnificent Dandenong Ranges. Today, this non-profit Railway operates almost daily thanks to the tireless efforts of more than 900 dedicated volunteers. |
| General Information: People with disabilities – can be accommodated on most excursion trains, including a limited number of wheelchairs. Please phone to check availability. Easy access toilets are at Belgrave, Lakeside and Gembrook. Refreshments and souvenirs – are available at most stations. Railway Tracks – standing and walking on the tracks is not permitted. Prams (婴儿车) – only folding or narrow type prams can be accommodated through the narrow carriage doors. Smoking – is not permitted on the train or under any roofed areas. Assistance Dogs certified by a registered authority – are the only dogs allowed on the train and must be kept on lead at all times. Alcohol – is not permitted on trains (except as provided in dining cars). Toilets – are located at each station. Parenting rooms are located at Belgrave, Lakeside & Gembrook. Photographs and videos – for personal use are permitted. Wedding photography and any use, re-use or reproduction for commercial purposes is prohibited without prior written permission. |
1.The above information is mainly intended for _____.
A.international tourists in Australia B.potential travellers of the steam trains
C.local residents in Dandenong Ranges D.volunteers on the Puffing Billy Railway
2.People are not permitted to bring _____ onto the excursion trains.
A.prams B.guide dogs
C.wheelchairs D.alcohol
3.What can be learned from the above information?
A.Taking photos is forbidden on most excursion trains.
B.Toilets for the disabled are not available at all stations.
C.Foreign visitors to Australia can also get concession fares.
D.One can get tickets at a lower price as long as he books in advance.
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Sichuan is located ________ the west of China while Japan lies______ the east of China.
A. to ; to B. in; in C. in; to D. to; in
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Located in the northwest of Hunan Province, about 300 kilometers away from Changsha, capital of Hunan, Zhangjiajie, 1. covers a total area of 9,563 square kilometers, is a tourist city for its unique natural scenery and abundant tourism resources. Zhangjiajie 2.(award) the title of “World Geological Park” in 2004. 3. (actual), Zhangjiajie, honored as “the most fantastic mountain under heaven” and “a walking Chinese landscape painting”, is also widely praised as “4. enlarged potted landscaping” “a mini fairyland” and “a maze (迷宫) of nature”, attracting a growing number of tourists 5. home and abroad.
Since it was discovered in the 1980s, tourism industry 6. (become) the leading industry in Zhangjiajie, which has stimulated the development of other industries 7. (relate) to tourism. At the same time, eco-tourism has been developed rapidly in Zhangjiajie. When you come to Zhangjiajie, you can fully appreciate 8. (it) magnificent natural scenery and experience appealing folk custom as well as other thrilling tourist 9. (activity), and you will be deeply impressed by 10. is performed by the minorities there.
It must be an exciting, joyful and unforgettable tour to Zhangjiajie.
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China will build 16,000 km of high-speed railway by 2020, with trains _______ 350 km/h.
A. running as fast as B. run as fast as C. runs as quickly as D. run as quickly as
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What was the most important about university in Julie’s decision?
A. The school fees. B. The location. C. The courses.
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Phillip Island is a small island and nature reserve off the coast of South Australia, about 140 km from Melbourne. On the island you can see koalas, kangaroos and the main attraction, the Penguin Parade（归巢）on Summerland Beach.
As dusk was approaching, we made our way down to the beach, as did everyone else. On the beach was a stone grandstand, rather cold on the behind, so bring a coat or blanket to sit on. As it got darker, people talked less, keeping an eye out on the beach to see the arrival of that first penguin.
Suddenly there was movement at the edge of the surf and all heads turned as one. There, standing by the edge of the water was the smallest penguin we had ever seen. He looked left, then right, as if he was considering crossing a busy road and then he ran quickly across to the sand dunes and the penguin holes.
He must have been the scout(侦查员), because after him, there came groups of penguins, some consisted of two or three penguins, and some had about ten or fifteen, but they all made the same mad dash across the sand into the holes, as if they couldn't get there fast enough. The groups started to lessen and finally no more penguins emerged from the sea.
We sat on the grandstand for a while, not talking, just feeling awed(敬畏的) at what we'd just seen. Neither of us had ever seen penguins in the wild before, only in zoos and it was an amazing feeling.
You could see the penguins here every evening and morning, but they weren't in cages or in small pools. The sea was their playground and it is a sight we would definitely recommend to anyone.
You weren't allowed to take flash photographs as it scared them. After the penguins had gone to their holes, you could walk along boardwalks and see them there. That's got to be worth a look.
1.What does the text mainly talk about?
A. The main attraction on Phillip Island.
B. The Penguin Parade on Summerland Beach.
C. The beautiful scenery on Phillip Island.
D. How to protect the penguins on Phillip Island.
2.Which of the following shows the right order of the Penguin Parade?
a. The smallest penguin stands in front of the parade and looks around.
b. Groups of penguins go after the smallest penguin and dash into the holes.
c. The smallest penguin runs quickly to the holes.
d. The penguins appear as a whole.
e. There are no more penguins on the sea.
A. d a c b e B. a b c d e
C. a c d b e D. d a b c e
3.The text is intended for ___________.
A. teachers B. Parents
C. kids D. travelers
4.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. The best time to see penguins is at noon.
B. You could take photos at any time.
C. You could see penguins at dawn.
D. You could play with the penguins.
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A safari park is a park in which wild animals are kept. They are mainly located in east or central Africa. They often occupy a very wild area, with mountains and rivers. To visit the park and look at the animals, people have to drive around in a car for a few of hours because the park is huge.
In south Africa there is a safari park, which contains all sorts of wild animals like lions, elephants, rhinoceroses, zebras, wild pigs, deer and giraffes.
There is a wild road leading through the park, but nobody is permitted to walk on the road. Anyone traveling in the park has to go in a car because wild animals may fiercely attack people. From the car he may see almost every types of African wildlife. Some of these are getting rare because people kill them for various reasons. For example, rhinoceroses are killed for their horns, which are used in traditional Chinese medicines for colds and headaches. Perhaps they will be seen only in museums and books one day.
Travels may purchase food for the animals. They can feed them when they tour the park. Of course, they should not feed them in a close distance because the wild animals may attack people. In addition, they should only give proper food to the animals.
A traveler may carry a gun with him in his journey. The gun is given to him by the government. However, it is not used for hunting. In fact, a seal(封条) is fixed to it. The traveler may fire at a wild beast to defend himself in case he is attacked. However, he has to prove to the government that he has been attacked and that he has not fired at a harmless animal.
1.When travelers feed the animals, they should _________.
A. give nutritious food B. stay away from the animals
C. stand close D. use tools
2.The government knows whether the gun is fired by the traveler or not by ___________.
A. checking the seal B. hunting the animals
C. following the traveler D. observing the traveler
3.What is the best title of this passage?
A. Protecting Wild Animals
B. Traveling in South Africa
C. A Safari Park in South Africa
D. Wild Animals in South Africa
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A safari park is a park in which wild animals are kept. They are mainly located in east or central Africa. They often occupy a very wild area, with mountains and rivers. To visit the park and look at the animals, people have to drive around — in a car for a few of hours because the park is huge.
In south Africa there is a safari park, which contains all sorts of wild animals like lions, elephants, rhinoceroses, zebras, wild pigs, deer and giraffes.
There is a wild road leading through the park, but nobody is permitted to walk on the road. Anyone traveling in the park has to go in a car because wild animals may fiercely attack people. From the car he may see almost every type of African wildlife. Some of these are getting scarce (稀有的) because people kill them for various reasons. For example rhinoceroses are killed for their horns, which are used in traditional Chinese medicines for colds and headaches. Perhaps they will be seen only in museums and books one day.
Travelers may purchase food for the animals. They can feed them when they tour the park. Of course, they should not feed them in a close distance because the wild animals may attack people. In addition, they should only give proper food to the animals.
A traveler may carry a gun with him in his journey. The gun is given to him by the government. However, it is not used for hunting. In fact, a seal is fixed to it. The traveler may fire at a wild beast to defend himself in case he is attacked. However, he has to prove the government that he has been attacked and that he has not fired at a harmless animal.
1.What can we infer from the last paragraph?
A. The gun is given to a traveler by the government.
B. The gun can be used to hunt.
C. The gun is given to a traveler to defend himself.
D. A traveler may fire at a wild beast.
2.Which is the thing people have to do while traveling in the park?
A. Carry a gun with him.
B. Drive around in a car.
C. Look at the animals.
D. Purchase food for the animals.
3.What is the passage mainly about?
A. Some information about traveling in a safari park in South Africa.
B. A brief introduction to wild animals in a safari park.
C. A brief introduction to a safari park.
D. Some information about traveling in South Africa.
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Although we met with some difficulties in building the railway, we were still _____ about finishing it before the deadline.
A. consistent B. enthusiastic C. responsible D. optimistic
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Each time, Billy Crystal performs his stand-up routine in front of millions of people when the show is broadcast _______ on TV.
A. alive B. living C. live D. Lively