ARCTIC CIRCLE & NORTHERN LIGHTS TOURHIGHLIGHT...

ARCTIC CIRCLE & NORTHERN LIGHTS TOUR

HIGHLIGHTS

Experience the Arctic Circle and amazing northern lights with us.

Cover a total of 400 miles in this 14-hour expedition.

Cross the broad Yukon River.

En-route, enjoy breathtaking views of Alaska, USA.

You may see moose, lynxes and foxes in their natural habitat.

ATTENTION: The Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon and can not be guaranteed. There is no refund (退款) if the Aurora Borealis does not appear.

PICKUP TIME

12:15 pm — 1:00 pm.

MEETING POINT

Your hotel in Fairbanks.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1:00 pm — Departure from Fairbanks.

Trans-Alaska-Pipeline. — Get a close-up view of the famous pipeline and learn interesting facts about the engineering and building period.

Arctic Circle — Have your picture taken at the Arctic Circle and receive your Arctic Circle Certificate.

Yukon River — Walk right to the edge of Alaska's most famous river.

3:00 pm — Arrival at your hotel in Fairbanks.

On the return journey to Fairbanks we pass many sites, which are perfect: for possible northern lights viewing.

We provide ham (or veggie) sandwich, chips, sweets, two bottles of water and hot drinks. Please feel free to bring extra food.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations 30 days ahead of tour date are subject to 5% banking charge.

Cancellations within 30 days are non-refundable.

IMPORTANT

A minimum of 2 people is required for online booking. Single travelers and short notice reservations (within 7 days of tour date) always' have to contact us for availability at info@1stAlaskaTours.com or 907-590-5900.

1.Which service does the tour include?

A.Free airport pickup. B.A 14-hour group tour.

C.Three quick meals. D.Photo taking and printing.

2.What can guests surely do on the tour?

A.See some wild animals. B.Enjoy amazing northern lights.

C.Get an Arctic Circle Certificate. D.Go through the Trans-Alaska-Pipeline.

3.Which of the following cases is refundable?

A.Not seeing northern lights. B.Not crossing the Yukon River.

C.Booking within 7 days of tour date. D.Cancelling a month before tour date.

4.Where can the text probably be found?

A.On a tour homepage. B.On a science website.

C.In a photography journal. D.In a geography textbook.

高三英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析

The Arctic Circle—the habitat of polar bears and decreasing sea ice at the top of the world—hit 32 degrees Celsius, last week.

This was the temperature in Banak, Norway on July 30, though some Norwegian areas even reached a couple degrees warmer, according to the European meteorology site severe-weather.eu. Banak sits atop northern Europe, over 350 miles above the bottom edge of the Arctic Circle.

The greater Northern Hemisphere and Europe itself have been repeatedly scorched by both record and near-record temperatures this summer, a consequence of overall rising global temperatures.

In the past 40 years, Earth’s climate has experienced an accelerated warming trend, which adds an extra level of background warming to hot spells—making heatwaves more extreme, climate scientists have said.

A photo of what appears to be Scandinavian folks taking a dip in a river while reindeer—the cold-adapted herbivores(食草动物)—cooled off in the water beside them is perhaps the best example of just how hot it is in parts of the Arctic Circle right now.

The “warm season” in Banak is short, lasting around three months, but the very warmest day of the year, around July 23, is usually around 62 degrees Fahrenheit(华氏度)—about 30 degrees cooler than temperatures there now. Overall, temperatures in northern Europe are between 14 to 21 degrees Fahrenheit, 8 to 13 degrees Celsius, above average.

All-time temperature records were set in both Norway and Finland on July 30, including 86 degrees Fahrenheit, 30 degrees Celsius, in Verde, near Banak, though extreme or near-record temperatures blanketed the region.

Persistent heat and dryness this summer have transformed normally green European countries into brown and yellow lands, and the continent’s extreme heat is expected to persist.

Andrew Derocher, a professor at the University of Alberta who studies polar bears, said climate change is shrinking the ice bears usually hunt on, making them faced with the danger of extinction.

1.What does the underlined word “scorched” in the third paragraph probably mean?

A. burned　　 B. achieved

C. scored　　 D. reached

2.What does the photo show according to the author?

A. Scandinavian folks like to swim in a river.

B. Reindeer have adapted to the cold climate.

C. The ice there has totally been melted into water.

D. The temperature of the Arctic Circle now is high.

3.What can you learn from Professor Derocher’s words?

A. Maybe bears will die out in the near future.

B. Climate change is threatening polar bears.

C. He is worried about the shrinking of the sea ice.

D. He advises people to do something to improve the condition.

4.Where may you find this article?

A. In a fashion magazine.　　 B. In a news report.

C. In a geography textbook.　　 D. In a travel handbook.

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Iceland, an island just south of the Arctic Circle, has fairly mild winters,　 thanks to warm ocean currents. Time your vacation here during the winter months to take advantage of off-season deals.

Off-season means good deals on flights, hotels and tours. You may also find that the locals are a bit friendlier and more welcoming when tourists aren’t arriving in crowds.

In the winter months, there are less than seven hours of daylight; thus, chances are good you’ll catch sight of the northern lights. Sunsets are also beautiful at this time, making for some great photo opportunities.

In Iceland, winter is the perfect time to hike glaciers, go ice climbing, explore caves made out of hardened lava(岩浆) and much more. One of the most popular activities is off-roading(越野比赛) in a specially-equipped “super jeep”.

Before booking your trip, be sure to check for volcano alerts. There are about 130 volcanoes on or around Iceland. Thirty-five of them are active. In 2010, a volcano named Eyjaallajokull exploded, sending clouds of ash up to four kilometers into the atmosphere. The ash drifted toward the UK and Europe. Because the ask could damage aircraft engines, airlines operating in the region were forced to cancel flights for six days. As a result, thousands of people were stuck in airports.

Recently, another volcano named Bardarbunga has become active, erupting ash into the air. Such events, if large enough, could prevent your trip from going ahead. So check the latest volcano news prior to making your reservations.

1. According to this article, why are you more likely to see the northern lights in the winter?

A. They move from rural areas to cities.

B. The weather is more stable at that time.

C. They’re a special feature of many festivals.

D. The sky is dark for longer periods then.

2. According to the article, how do visitors to Iceland have fun in the winter?

A. They learn how to ski down the mountains.

B. They photograph famous historic sites..

C. They explore the countryside in well made vehicles..

D. They spend a week at one of the seaside resorts.

3. What is true about the volcanoes of Iceland?

A. The majority of them are quiet.

B. Their age hasn’t been determined.

C. All but one of them are extinct.

D. Citizens aren’t affected by them.

4. What does this article explain?.

A. Some of Iceland’s urban cultural attractions.

B. A way t reduce the cost of a trip to Iceland.

C. Reasons for visiting Iceland in June and July.

D. The average price for a short tour of Iceland.

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Northern Lights Tour

Located in the middle of the northern lights belt, Tromso can offer some of the highest levels of northern lights activity on earth. Perhaps Tromso is the world's best place for a Northern Lights Tour.

Join one of our Northern Lights Holidays this winter. It could become one of the greatest experiences in your life.

DESTINATION　 Tromso county, Norway.

PRICE　 $450 per person

WHEN　 2th September until 31st March.

PICK-UP　 Each evening at 6 PM outside your hotel.

DROP-OFF　 Earliest at 12 AM. When we have a sighting we often stay out later, at no extra cost.

SIZE OF GROUP　 Maximum 8 participants is recommended and normal, but not absolute. A small group allows more freedom in terms of chasing the northern lights.

INCLUDED

- Transportation each day in a comfortable car

- A meal each day

- All necessary equipment such as snowshoes, flashlight, water-filled bottle, woolen underwear, a warm, hat, warm shoes, warm stockings, and reindeer skin to lie on, if needed.

- A guide who will do anything necessary to find the northern lights.

EXCITING CHASE

A Northern Lights Holiday means an intense and exciting chase--to the coast or deep into the wild, perhaps even to the Finnish border. Each day on a Northern Lights Tour we contact meteorologists shortly before departure to get accurate information. In order to find out where we will have best chances to see the northern lights.

WE GUARANTEE A GREAT TRIP

The northern lights are unpredictable, but we guarantee that we will do everything to find it. Patience is a keyword on Northern Lights Tour.

ECO-TOURISM

We offer ecologically sustainable and responsible tours. Travelling in small groups is an essential part of the ecotourism concept, as small groups have lesser impact on nature and will not disturb the wildlife unnecessarily.

1.A small group is preferred for the following reasons EXCEPT that _______.

A. a small group is free to run after the northern lights

B. a small group has less effect on nature

C. a small group can save the travel cost

D. a small group will not disturb wildlife

2.The underlined word “it” refers to “_______”.

A. the northern light tour　　　 B. patience

C. equipment　　　　　 　　　　　　　 D. the northern light

3.We can infer that_______.

A. if tourists stay out late, they have to pay more

B. every tourist group is not sure to see the northern lights

C. every tourist group get the money back if they don’t see the northern lights

D. the northern lights can be seen every day from 20th September to 31st March

4.The passage is most likely to be taken from a(n) _______.

A. advertisement　　 B. news report

C. science textbook　 D. tourist brochure

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Northern Lights Tour

Located in the middle of the northern lights belt, Troms can offer some of the highest level* of northern lights activity on earth. Perhaps Tromso is the world's best place for a Northern Light? Tour.

Join one of our Northern Lights Holidays this winter. It could become one of the greatest experiences in your life.

DESTINATION　 Troms county. Norway.

PRICE　 $450 per person

WHEN　 2th September until 31st March.

PICK-UP　 Each evening at 6PM outside your hotel.

DROP-OFF　 Earliest at 12AM. When we have a sighting we often stay out later, at no extra cost.    t

SIZE OF GROUP　 Maximum 8 participants is recommended and normal, but not absolute A small group allows more freedom in terms of chasing the northern lights.

INCLUDED

-Transportation each day in a comfortable car

-A meal each day

-All necessary equipment such as snowshoes , flashlight, water-filled bottle. woolen

underwear, a warm hat, warm shoes. warm stockings, and reindeer skin In lie on. if needed.

-A guide who will do anything necessary to find the northern lights.

EXCITING CHASE

A Northern Lights Holiday means an intense and exciting chase to the coast or deep into the wild, perhaps even to the Finnish holder. Each day on a Northern Lights Tour we contact meteorologists shortly before departure to get accurate information. In order

to find out where we will have best chances to see the northern lights.

WE GUARANTEE A GREAT TRIP

The northern lights are unpredictable, but we guarantee that we’will do everything to find it. Patience is a keyword on Northern Lights Tour.

ECO-TOURISM

We offer ecologically sustainable and responsible tours Travelling in small groups is an essential part of the ecotourism concept, as small groups have lesser impact on nature and will not disturb the wildlife unnecessarily.

1.A small group is preffcrrd for the following reasons EXCEPT that　　　　　　     .

A. a small group is free to run after thr northern lights

B. a small group has less effect on cost

C. a small group can serve the travel < ost

D. a small group will not disturb wildlife

2.The underlined word “it” refers to “　　　　　　 ”.

A. the northern lights tour    　　 B. patience

C. equipment    　　　　　　　　 D. the northern lights

3.We can infer that　　　　　　     .

A. if tourists stay out late, they have to pay more

B. every tourist group is not sure to see the northern lights

C. every tourist group get the money back if they don’t see the northern lights

D. the northern lights can be seen every day from 20th September to 31st Marth

4.The passage is most likely to be taken from a(n)　　　　　　 .

A. advertisement　　 B. news report　　 C. science textbook　　 D. tourist brochure

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Located in the middle of the northern lights belt, Tromso can offer some of the highest levels of northern lights activity on earth. Perhaps Tromso is the world's best place for a Northern Lights Tour.

Join one of our Northern Lights Holidays this winter. It could become one of the greatest experiences in your life.

DESTINATION Troms county, Norway.

PRICE $450 per person

WHEN 2th September until 31st March.

PICK-UP Each evening at 6 PM pitside your hotel.

DROP-OFF Earliest at 12 AM. When we have a sighting we often stay out later, at no extra cost.

SIZE OF GROUP Maximum 8 participants is recommended and normal, but not absolute. A small group allows more freedom in terms of chasing the northern lights.

INCLUDED

- Transportation each day in a comfortable car

- A meal each day

- All necessary equipment such as snowshoes, flashlight, water-filled bottle, woolen underwear, a war, hat, warm shoes, warm stockings, and reindeer skin to lie on, if needed.

- A guide who will do anything necessary to find the northern lights.

EXCITING CHASE

A Northern Lights Holiday means an intense and exciting chase – to the coast or deep into the wild, perhaps even to the Finnish border. Each day on a Northern Lights Tour we contact meteorologists shortly before departure to get accurate information. In order to find out where we will have best chances to see the northern lights.

WE GUARANTEE A GREAT TRIP

The northern lights are unpredictable, but we guarantee that we will do everything to find it. Patience is a keyword on Northern Lights Tour.

ECO-TOURISM

We offer ecologically sustainable and responsible tours. Travelling in small groups is an essential part of the ecotourism concept, as small groups have lesser impact on nature and will not disturb the wildlife unnecessarily.

1.A small group is preferred for the following reasons EXCEPT that________

A.a small group is free to run after the northern lights

B.a small group has less effect on nature

C.a small group can save the travel cost

D.a small group will not disturb wildlife

2.The underlined word“it”refers to “________”

A.the northern lights tour

B.patience

C.equipment

D.the northern light

3.We can infer that________

A.if tourists stay out late,they have to pay more

B.every tourist group is not sure to see the northern lights

C. every tourist group get the money back if they don’t see the northern lights

D. the northern lights can be seen every day from 20^th September to 31^st March

4.The passage is most likely to be taken from a(n)________

A.advertisement   B.news report

C.science textbook       D.tourist brochure

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Watching the Northern Lights（北极光）shining on the sky’s natural canvas may be on your list already, but be prepared to up the money.

A developer is creating a floating, snowflaked - shaped（雪花形状的）glass hotel from which guests can stare in fear at the Northern Lights from their beds. The project is called Krystall. Eighty –six luxury rooms will be covered within a glass structure alongside conference rooms and a spa, all of which is only accessible by boat.

The stationery hotel will be built near in northern Norway reportedly between bays. It will be constructed, in pieces, in dry docks（码头）, before being fit together on location.

Explaining the physics and design of the hotel, Koen Olthuis, Dutch architect and founder of Waterstudio, a specialist in floating structures, said: “The floating base is very big and because of that also very stable. You will not notice any movement. Different to any vessel this hotel is a floating building and will not move. The shape provides most of the stability but cables（缆绳）are used to take away any speed.”

“Same look and feel as a land based hotel but then on the most beautiful spot on the water. The hotel is not connected to land so all the things will be provided by boats.”

According to Mr Olthuis, who wouldn’t tell the actual cost of the project, the budget is 15 percent more than it would have been if it were built on land. He said that an important thing to the hotel’s construction was for its creation to be “scarless” on the perfect environment surrounding it.

“We call it a scarless development. If you take it away after a hundred years or so it will not leave any physical footprint. That is the only way to bring developments to such a valuable and beautiful marine environment in Norway.”

It is hoped that the hotel will be “self-supporting and sustainable” using top of the range technology, helping to support the “growing eco-tourism market.”

“Dutch Docklands has learned to live with the water instead of fighting it,” the firm states. “Floating houses are common in the Netherlands but we took that technology abroad and scale it up in size.”

1.According to the text, Krystall is stable because ________.

A. it is linked to the land with cables.　　 B. it is fixed together on location.

C. it is built in the form of snow flakes.　　 D. it has the same look as any vessel.

2.While building Krystall, waterstudio concerns most about ________.

A. how to keep it existing for a hundred years.

B. how to cause no damage to each piece.

C. how to build it with a lot less money.

D. how to make it environmentally friendly.

3.What Mr Olthuis said in the last paragraph implies that ________.

A. The Dutch developed a sense of adapting to nature.

B. eco-tourism is a growing market in the Netherlands.

C. it needs technology to build floating houses.

D. it is common to see house floating on water.

4.What is the main idea of the passage?

A. Build a floating house to live in.

B. View the Northern Lights in a floating hotel.

C. Live with water in a glass hotel in Norway.

D. Use the Northern Lights in a glass hotel.

高三英语阅读理解困难题查看答案及解析

Does your ideal vacation include going skiing across frozen ice, spying the northern lights, and playing in the snow? Then you’ll want to skate straight to these winter spots.

Fairbanks, Alaska

Alaska is a good choice for a great winter getaway. For winter fun, head to Fairbanks, where you can stay at a new cottage with glass-ceiling domes for aurora (极光) viewing in comfort and then head out ice fishing and snowmobiling. Want even more adventure? Consider a guided adventure that combines northern lights, cross-country skiing, and dog mushing.

Kirkenes, Norway

The Kirkenes Snow hotel here welcomes visitors to its ice-sculpted rooms. Besides, you can jump on a sled (雪橇) pulled by dogs or bring your appetite for a King Crab Safari. First, you’ll be on a sled pulled by a snowmobile across the icy sea. Then crab fishermen drill into the ice to create a hole to pull up the large crabs. Another quick sled trip and you’ve reached a cozy cottage where crab claws as long as your forearm are served up minutes after being pulled from the cold waters, tasting of salt water. A rich reward for braving the cold.

St. Moritz, Switzerland

Skiing down the Alps is obviously a highlight here, but did you know that night skiing in this Swiss town is some of the best in the world? Picture it: Clear sky, full moon, inky quiet, and a sky full of stars. If you need energy for skiing, you can always refuel with pizza from the wood-fired oven at Murtèl middle station. You can keep skiing until the last cable car at 1:40 a. m. Then, check into your room at the Carlton Hotel, where there are a series of daylight activities.

Quebec City, Canada

In the summer months, Quebec City is an excellent destination thanks to its French features and historic old port. But in the winter, don’t miss the Winter Carnival, the Carnaval de Quebec, the largest winter carnival in the world. During 17 days the Carnival offers more than 200 activities and welcomes nearly 500,000 people (upcoming dates are January 26 to February 11, 2018, and February 1 to 17, 2019).

1.What is considered to be the most adventurous activity in Fairbanks, Alaska?

A.Going snowmobiling.

B.Going ice fishing.

C.Appreciating aurora viewing.

D.Conducting a guided adventure.

2.What does the underlined part “a rich reward” refer to?

A.Living in ice-sculpted rooms.

B.Having a sled trip.

C.Tasting the freshly-cooked crabs.

D.Having a taste of salt water.

3.What is the special attraction of St. Moritz, Switzerland?

A.Skiing down the Alps. B.Night skiing.

C.Watching stars. D.Tasting pizza.

4.What can we learn about the Carnaval de Québec?

A.It’s second to none in the world.

B.It lasts throughout the winter.

C.Few people show interest in it.

D.It is famous for its French features.

5.Where is the text most likely from?

A.A diary. B.A novel.

C.A tour brochure. D.A textbook.

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Created in 1998 by Casey and Shelley Black， the Northern Lights Wildlife Wolf Center focuses on not only rescuing young abandoned wolves but educating the public． Unlike other centers， you can actually walk with the wolves and have exciting， hands﹣on interaction with them here． And so， we gathered one late winter morning to learn， prepare and walk．

Scrappy and Flora，our wolves that day，were brought to the center when only a few days old． "They lived in the house with us for the first several months． We treated them like human babies， fed them and slept with them，" said Shelley． So， they are totally used to people． However， these are wild animals． For that reason， Shelley and Casey explained， the walk is totally on the wolf's terms． "We don't approach them， but if they come up to us， we can touch them． "

With all this in mind， we headed for the woods． We were walking on a logging road when suddenly，Flora， all 60 pounds of her，hurried up to me and raised up on her legs． She was almost as tall as me． As she leaned in， put her huge muddy paws on my shoulders and sniffed my face， apparently she was saying hello in wolf talk．

We walked farther， maybe half a mile， while Scrappy and Flora dashed in and out of the woods stopping to occasionally roll in the snow，dig for this or that and just play． Then we all headed into the trees to a picturesque stream where the wolves splashed，drank and had a great time．

One could point out that this whole adventure was staged and quite artificial． But the purpose， Casey and Shelley said，is to explain the wolves' place in the environment and，primarily，to let people know wolves don' t have to be universally feared﹣they really don' t hide secretly in the woods just waiting to eat people，but they' d rather avoid people，for the most part．

1.How is the Northern Lights Wildlife Wolf Center different from others？

A. It trains and educates wild wolves．

B. It aims to rescue young abandoned wolves．

C. It raises wolves for commercial purposes．

D. It allows visitors to take a walk with wolves．

2.What can be inferred from Shelley and Casey's explanation in Paragraph 2？

A. The walk can be potentially dangerous．

B. The wolves have lost all their wildness．

C. People should get close to the wolves actively．

D. The wolves can read people's mind like human babies．

3.Why did Flora behave like that when she saw the author on the logging road？

A. To express curiosity．

B. To show friendliness．

C. To attract attention．

D. To seek companionship．

4.Why do Casey and Shelley organize such an adventure？

A. To advertise the center．

B. To publicize wolf hunting．

C. To promote environmental protection．

D. To clarify some conventional views of wolves．

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Northern Lights in a Superjeep

Tour Operator: Superdeep. is Travel method: Jeep/4x4 Region: Capital Region

The northern lights are a natural wonder, ethereal sheets of green and blue lights swaying across the starry night sky.

To see the lights, you need to get out of the city lights on a clear winter's night. The northern lights guides are experts at finding the best spot for viewing the elusive(难以得到的) lights, giving you the very best chance possible to see them. Travelling in a small group means that your moment under the northern lights will be intimate and personal and the sturdy vehicle also allows for a greater range of movement. The superjeep drivers can get off the beaten path and take you to places where it's just you, the Icelandic nature and the northern lights.

Important information

This tour lasts 3-4 hours. Free pick-up from your hotel in the capital area begins at 20: 00.

From 15/09-31/09 and 15/03-15/04. The pickup starts at 21: 00 due to a longer daylight.

It is vital to wear comfortable and appropriate clothing like waterproof, walking shoes, dress in layers to be able to enjoy your journey to the fullest.

Attention

The Northern Lights Superjeep tour is dependent on the weather and sky conditions and we reserve the right to cancel at any time. If the evening tour goes ahead and the Northern Lights are not seen, we will offer the trip again for free!

We make the decision around 17: 00 every day if the tour is on or not due to weather condition. Please contact us around 17: 00 on the day of your our to confirm the forecast is good and tour is ON at info@superjeep. is or call 00 354 569 8000.

Dress for the worst, hope for the best and prepare to be surprised.

1.Why is joining in the Northern Lights Superjeep tour a good choice?

A.Because it helps tourists find the only viewing spot of the northern lights.

B.Because it provides tourists with a small-group personalized experience.

C.Because it allows travelling with many friends or companions around.

D.Because it ensures an amazing trip with a limited range of movement.

2.From the advertisement we know that___________.

A.a free pick-up in the capital area is available at 20: 00 every day.

B.dressing formally is important for tourists to fully enjoy the trip.

C.tourists are supposed to confirm the trip is on as early as possible.

D.weather conditions are a great concern for the tour operator.

高三英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析