The Catskill Mountains are a year-round playg...

The Catskill Mountains are a year-round playground for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. You will find a number of relaxing inns ready to meet your needs.

Caleb Street’s Inn

Located in the historic village of Catskill at the base of the mountains, Caleb Street’s Inn was built in 1785. It provides a view of the garden and Catskill Creek or guests can step outside for a walk along the Hudson River. A full breakfast is served every morning. Each of the four Pet-friendly rooms offers a private bath and a view of the river and neighboring buildings. Hiking trails(小路), golf courses and historic sites are only a short drive away.

Winter Clove Inn

Nature lovers can enjoy a pleasant location in the Northern Catskill Wilderness Preserve at Winter Clove Inn. With wood floors, each room has a private bath and air conditioning(空调). With active days of tennis, hiking or cross- country skiing ahead, guests don’t have to go far for a breakfast, lunch or dinner beside the fireplace at inn’s restaurant.

Windham House

A former pub built in 1805, Christman’s Windham House is the oldest inn continually operating in the Catskills. The 300 acres of grounds in the town of Windham include a tennis court, golf course, heated pool and a restaurant. Guests can relax on private balconies (阳台) overlooking a golf course and take their meals at Christman’s Windham House Restaurant. The inn is less than 2 miles from the hiking trails of Windham Mountain.

Washington Irving In

If you’re looking for a mountain inn with a Victorian feel, Washington Irving Inn has much to offer. Furnished with antiques, each of the 15 rooms has a private bath. Free breakfast is served. Hikers are a short walk from Kaaterskill Falls and Hunter Mountain trails.

1. What is special about Caleb Street’s Inn?

A. It has a golf course for guest

B. It provides a beautiful view of Kaaterskill Falls

C. It’s decorated with wood floors

D. It allows guests to take their dog or cat with them

2.All the four inns in the passage ______

A. have private bathrooms

B. has air conditioning in the rooms

C. are convenient for hiking

D. serve free breakfast in the morning

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Whoever has made a voyage up the Hudson River must remember the Catskill Mountains. They are a branch of the great Appalachian family, and can be seen to the west rising up to a noble height and towering over the surrounding country. When the weather is fair and settled, they are clothed in blue and purple, and print their beautiful shapes on the clear evening sky, but sometimes when it is cloudless, gray steam gathers around the top of the mountains which, in the last rays of the setting sun, will shine and light up like a crown of glory(华丽的皇冠).

At the foot of these mountains, a traveler may see light smoke going up from a village. In that village, and in one of the houses (which, to tell the exact truth, was sadly time-worn and weather-beaten), there lived many years ago, a simple, good-natured fellow by the name of Rip Van Winkle.

Rip’s great weakness was a natural dislike of all kinds of money-making labor. It could not be from lack of diligence, for he could sit all day on a wet rock and fish without saying a word, even though he was not encouraged by a single bite. He would carry a gun on his shoulder for hours, walking through woods and fields to shoot a few birds or squirrels. He would never refuse to help a neighbor, even in the roughest work. The women of the village, too, used to employ him to do such little jobs as their less helpful husbands would not do for them. In a word, Rip was ready to attend to everybody’s business but his own.

If left to himself, he would have whistled life away in perfect satisfaction; but his wife was always mad at him for his idleness(懒散). Morning, noon, and night, her tongue was endlessly going, so that he was forced to escape to the outside of the house — the only side which, in truth, belongs to a henpecked husband.

1.Which of the following best describes the Catskill Mountains? ________

A. They are very high and beautiful in this area.

B. They are on the west of the Hudson River.

C. They can be seen from the Appalachian family.

D. They gather beautiful clouds in blue and purple.

2.The hero of the story is probably__________.

A. hard-working and likes all kinds of work

B. gentle, helpful but a little idle

C. simple, idle but very dutiful

D. idle and hates all kinds of jobs

3.The underlined words “henpecked husband” in the last paragraph probably means a man who__________.

A. likes hunting　　　　 　　　　 B. is afraid of hens

C. is afraid of his wife　　　 D. loves his wife

4. What would be the best title for the text? ________.

A. Catskill Mountains.　 　　 B. A Mountain Village.

C. A Dutiful Husband.　　 　　 D. Rip Van Winkle.

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Whoever has made a voyage up the Hudson River must remember the Catskill Mountains. They are a branch of the great Appalachian family, and can be seen to the west rising up to a noble height and towering over the surrounding country. When the weather is fair and settled, they are clothed in blue and purple, and print their beautiful shapes on the clear evening sky, but sometimes when it is cloudless, gray steam gathers around the top of the mountains which, in the last rays of the setting sun, will shine and light up like a crown of glory.

At the foot of these mountains, a traveler may see light smoke going up from a village.

In that village, and in one of the houses (which, to tell the exact truth, was sadly time-worn and weather-beaten), there lived many years ago, a simple, good-natured fellow by the name of Rip Van Winkle.

Rip's great weakness was a natural dislike of all kinds of money-making labor. It could not be from lack of diligence, for he could sit all day on a wet rock and fish without saying a word, even though he was not encouraged by a single bite. He would carry a gun on his shoulder for hours, walking through woods and fields to shoot a few birds or squirrels. He would never refuse to help a neighbor, even in the roughest work. The women of the village, too, used to employ him to do such little jobs as their less helpful husbands would not do for them. In a word, Rip was ready to attend to everybody's business but his own.

If left to himself, he would have whistled life away in perfect satisfaction; but his wife was always mad at him for his idleness (懒散). Morning, noon, and night, her tongue was endlessly going, so that he was forced to escape to the outside of the house -- the only side which, in truth, belongs to a henpecked husband.

1.Which of the following best describes the Catskill Mountains?

A. They are on the west of the Hudson River.

B. They are very high and beautiful in this area.

C. They can be seen from the Appalachian family.

D. They gather beautiful clouds in blue and purple.

2.The hero of the story is probably_____________.

A. hard-working and likes all kinds of work

B. idle and hates all kinds of jobs

C. simple, idle but very dutiful

D. gentle, helpful but a little idle

3.The underlined words "henpecked husband" in the last paragraph probably means

a man who 　　　　　　 .

A. likes hunting

B. is afraid of hens

C. loves his wife

D. is afraid of his wife

4.What would be the best title for the text?

A. Catskill Mountains.

B. A Mountain Village.

C. Rip Van Winkle.

D. A Dutiful Husband.

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Tibet lies high in the mountains, where there are few trees for fuel and the ground is too hard to dig a grave. Therefore, for centuries, one of the most common ways for Tibetans to dispose of dead bodies has been by sky burials. Basically, this means allowing vultures（秃鹰）to eat the corpses.

In many cultures, allowing animals to eat the bodies of relatives would show a lack of respect for them. But Tibetan views on dead bodies are different. Tibetans believe that the body is simply a container for the spirit, and it is only the spirit that is important.

After a Tibetan dies, the body is not touched for three days. The spirit is allowed to leave peacefully. Lengthy prayers are said for the spirit, and then the body is taken for sky burial.

Sky burials take place outside temples, with monks in attendance. People might travel for days with the dead to reach an auspicious（吉利的）temple. In the whole of Tibet there are only three temples that are considered particularly auspicious.

The burial itself takes place quickly, with little ceremony. First the body is stripped naked and placed on holy stones. It is then cut into small pieces and the bones are broken. When everything has been made easy to digest, the monks say prayers for the deceased and move back. Vultures flock to the remains, and within a short time, there is nothing left.

Tibetans believe that ___________________ the body will be returned to the mountains and the spirit will be allowed to fly free.

1.What is the best title of the passage? (Please answer within 5 words.)

___________________________________________________________________________

2.Which sentence in the passage can be replaced by the following one?

Only three temples are considered very auspicious throughout the Tibet.

_______________________________________________________________________________

3.Please fill in the blank in the last paragraph with proper words or phrases to complete the sentence. (Please answer within 10 words.)

___________________________________________________________________________

4.Do you agree with this kind of burial? Why? (Please answer within 30 words.)

___________________________________________________________________________

5.Translate the underlined sentence in the second paragraph into Chinese.

___________________________________________________________________________

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The Danish capital is a year-round destination. Here are some of the city's best annual events.

Roskilde Festival (July)

The Danes love the outdoors and they love rock music; the Roskilde Festival is where they combine these passions for a weekend of drunken celebration. The four-day event is held about 30 minutes from the city completely, which means you can either go in for the full festival experience, or you can travel from the city to the festival each day.

There are also day tickets if you don't have the power for the whole collection of facts.

Kulturnatten (October)

For something a little more high brow there's the Night of Culture. For one night only some 300 venues in the city stage theater performances, art exhibitions, concerts and poetry readings.

Father Christmas Congress (July)

One of the more bizarre fixtures in Copenhagen's calendar, the event is held in July—the slow season for Santas—at the Bakken amusement park, some 20 minutes north of the city. The most interesting of the event is a procession of Santas from all over the world along Strøget. Parents should be prepared for some embarrassed questions from the kids.

Tivoli Gardens (November/December)

These pleasure gardens make for a great day out any time of the year but to see them at their most attractive, visit from mid-November through December, when they are transformed into a fairy tale of lanterns and Christmas markets. There's also outdoor skating, a Christmas entertainment and the very Danish 'Nissekøbing' village, home to more than 100 mechanical fairies.

1.If you are free in October, you can go to _____.

2.Roskilde Festival is a festival _____.

3.How does the author think of the procession of Santas?

4.The passage is probably written for _____.

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The Future Leaders is a year-round leadership development programme that is changing lives for a diverse range of young people in New Zealand. It is part-time, designed for young people　 aged 16 -25. You’ll meet amazing　 people, and attend the national event Festival　 for the Future. You’ll get access to coaching and mentoring (指导), workshops to help you develop ideas and skills for the future,　 and make a difference in your community.

Are　 you aged 16-25? Do you want to be inspired, build your connections and skills for the future? Apply now. Two great ways you can apply to take part.

Option 1 — applying as a Catalyst (a person that causes a change) is the best way to boost your capability. The key difference　 between this　 and the wider　 ‘Future　 Leaders’　 option,　 is that you’ll attend all three national hui (including Festival for the Future),　 get access to one- on-one support through mentoring and coaching, and take more of a leadership role working with other Catalysts to develop and lead a project in your community.

Whilst there’s no cost to you, if you’re offered　 a place as a Catalyst it’s the equivalent of receiving a $5,000 scholarship　 to　 support　 your　 training　 and　 development.　 Spaces　 are strictly limited to 4 Catalysts per community.

Option 2 — applying as a Future　 Leader is the lighter way to experience the programme.

Whilst　 you won’t　 attend all　 three national　 hui or get one -on -one　 coaching　 and mentoring, you’ll still make　 awesome connections, be inspired and build your leadership skills. You’ll get the chance to attend Festival for the Future in Wellington, attend local events and workshops, and get involved in the project in your community.

Whilst there’s no cost to you, if you’re offered a place as a Future　 Leaders, it’s the equivalent　 of　 receiving　 a　 $1,000 scholarship　 to　 support　 your　 training　 and　 development. Spaces are limited.

1.What’s the purpose of the text?

A.To introduce a programme　 to all ages.

B.To show young people how to apply for the Future Leaders.

C.To list two application positions.

D.To encourage people to be future leaders.

2.What can we know about the Future Leaders programme?

A.It can equip you with leadership skills.

B.It’s designed for successful young people.

C.It supplies activities to help the community.

D.It requires you to take part all year round.

3.What’s the similarity that lies in Option 1 and Option 2?

A.You will attend all three national hui.

B.You can receive no scholarship.

C.The two options are both free of charge.

D.There are a rang of spaces to choose from.

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The Himalayas are mountains that are located in South Asia. They are a part of Nepal, India, Pakistan, China and Bhutan. The mountains are the highest in the world, reaching almost 9,000 meters sea level. The Himalayas separate the Indian subcontinent from the inner part of Asia. The word Himalaya means “ home of snow”.

14 mountains are over 8,000 meters high, among them the K2, Nanga Parbat and Mount Everest, at 8,848 meters, the world’s highest mountain. The Himalayas extend over 1,500 miles( 2,400km ) from the Indus valley in the west to the Brahmaputra Valley in the east.

Many of the mountain peaks are sacred to the people who live in the surrounding areas . Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims go there and pray to God.

The Himalayas belong to the youngest mountain ranges in the world. They were formed when the Indian subcontinent, which was originally a part of the southern landmass, drifted to the north and crashed into Asia. This movement started about 70 million years ago and has been going on up to the present day. The Himalayas are still becoming taller, moving at about 7 cm per year. Earthquakes and volcanoes are evidences that the area is still very active.

Glaciers and permanent snow fields cover the higher regions of the Himalayas. They are the source of streams that flow into the two big rivers of the region. The Indus flows to the west and through Pakistan into the Arabia Sea. The Ganges and Brahmaputra flow to the east and get together in Bangladesh. They form the largest delta in the world.

1. How many countries do the Himalayas belong to?

A. 7　　　　　　　　 B. 6　　　　　　　　 C. 4　　　　　　　　 D. 5

2.Why do Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims go to Himalayas and pray to God?

A. Because they live in the surrounding areas.

B. Because they believe the mountain peaks are sacred.

C. Because the word Himalaya means “ home of snow”.

D. Because the Himalayas are the youngest mountain ranges in the world.

3. What does the author stress in Paragraph 4?

A. The process where the Himalayas were formed.

B. Earthquakes and volcanoes in the Himalayas.

C. The forming of the Indian subcontinent.

D. The landscape features of the Himalayas.

4.Which of the following is true according to the passage?

A. The Himalayas influence the climate in both India and China.

B. The Ganges and Brahmaputra get together in Pakistan.

C. The Himalayas are still young and moving at about 7 cm per year.

D. The Indus flows through Bangladesh into the Arabia sea.

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While we are burning hot here, it is winter in South America. The Andes Mountains are situated along the Argentina-Chile border. Once the first snow falls of early June start lo drop, skiers are ready to enjoy the nightlife of ski towns all along the border.

Caviahue

Meaning “site of gathering and celebration”, this spot draws people with its long ski season, natural beauty, and hot springs.

Season: June 15th to September 30th

Tel/Fax: （011）4314-8212/9180

Website: http://www.caviahue.com

Cerro Castor

The newest ski resort in Argentina, this winter playground is near Ushuaia—the world's southernmost city. The stable and cold temperatures of Castor allow it to offer the longest ski seasons in South America.

Season: June 17th to October 16th

Phone: 54 290-1499301

Fax: 54 290-1430680

Website: http://www.cerrocastor com

Perito Moreno

This resort features 11 skiable kilometers divided into 9 tracks, a double 1, 000-mcter-long chairlift line that joins the 900-meter-high and the 1,350-meter-high areas, where snow is guaranteed throughout the winter.

Season: From June 15th to October 5th

Phone: 54 294-4409000

Fax: 54 294-4409000, int. 118

Website: http:// www.cerro-periiomoreno.com

Cerro Catedral

Cerro Catedral was one of the first ski resorts in Argentina. Cerro Catedral has continued to gain a reputation for itself-all the while updating its facilities. The resort has 39 lifts, which allow access to 600 hectares （公顷）of skiable surface divided into 53 well-signaled runs of various difficulties.

Season: From June 18th to October 10th

Tel/Fax: （012） 4672-2947/7672

Website: http:" www.catedralaltapatagonia.com

1.Which number should you call if you want to take a hot spring bath?

A.54 294-4409000 B.54 290-1499301

C.（012）4672-2947/7672 D.（011）4314-8212/9180

2.Which of the following offers the longest ski season?

A.Caviahue B.Cerro Castor

C.Perito Moreno D.Cerro Catedral

3.What's the feature of Cerro Catedral?

A.Cultural appeal. B.Beauty and comfort.

C.Advanced equipment. D.Historical significance.

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The majority of people in the town strongly __ the plan to build a playground for children.

A. consider          B. support             C. confirm            D. submit

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254. --- We are going to have a volleyball match on the playground tomorrow afternoon.

--- Really? I ________ watch it.

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