The Z Hotel is in the heart of London’s West ...

The Z Hotel is in the heart of London’s West End and has comfortable accommodation in a contemporary design.

All rooms include handcrafted beds, 48-inch Samsung HD TVs with free Sky Sports and Movie channels, and free Wi-Fi. Each room also has under-bed storage for an overnight bag, and wall-mounted hanging space for clothing. The Z Hotel also offers wheelchair accessible rooms.

Continental breakfast is served in The Z Cafe every morning, including smoked salmon, fresh bread, fresh fruit salad and bacon rolls. A selection of salads, sandwiches and hot dishes are on offer throughout the day.

The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Prince of Wales Theatre and Chinatown London, Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. Heathrow Airport can be reached directly from Piccadilly Circus Underground Station.

This is our guests，favorite part of London, according to independent reviews. This area is also great for shopping, with popular brands nearby: Apple, H&M, Zara, Burberry and Chanel.

The Z Hotel is rated for the best value in London! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other hotels in this city. Come and stay with us!

Most popular facilities:

◆ Luggage storage 　　 ◆ Heating　　 ◆ Free Wi-Fi 　　 ◆ Air conditioning

◆ 24-hour front desk 　　 ◆ Daily maid service 　　 ◆ Parking 　　 ◆ Lift

Prices:

1.When staying in this hotel, you will enjoy all of the following EXCEPT ________.

A. free Wi-Fi B. a TV with some free channels

C. under-bed storage space D. airport pick-up service

2.If a man in a wheelchair wants to stay in this hotel for two nights, he should pay ________.

A. £ 404 B. £ 358

C. £ 438 D. £ 370

3.From the passage we can learn ________.

A. the hotel is close to Heathrow Airport

B. the hotel is good value for guests’ money

C. the hotel serves Chinese-style breakfast

D. there is a shop with popular brands in the hotel

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Bridges House Hotel

Bridges House Hotel is a hotel in the centre of Delft and has shops and museums next door. There are many restaurants in the area where you can eat a lovely dinner in the evening. The market square is within easy walking distance. The comfortable rooms are all uniquely decorated and have a splendid bathroom. Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi are available. There are extra long beds for your convenience.

Breakfast is served in the hotel lounge. In the evenings, guests can have a drink here as well.

Hotel Juliana

Just a 5-minute walk from the centre of Delft, this friendly family hotel is close to everything and offers comfortable rooms at an affordable price. The main priority（优先权） is to provide you with quality service through personal attention and by creating a pleasant atmosphere.

This hotel is also conveniently located near the Technical University of Delft. Other cultural spots and a series of bars and restaurants are just a stroll away.

Shanghai Hotel

This unique hotel features Chinese-style decoration and an elegant bar. Shanghai Hotel is located next to the A13 highway, only a 10-minute drive from Delft city centre. It offers free on-site parking.

Each of the rooms at Shanghai Hotel includes flat-screen cable TV, a desk and tea/coffee making facilities plus a refrigerator. The comfortable modern bathrooms have a shower, a hairdryer and free makeup.

Hotel de Koophandel

Located on the central Beesten Market, Hotel de Koophandel is surrounded by cafes and restaurants in the heart of Delft. In the breakfast room, you can enjoy various breads, toasts, cereals, eggs and fruits in the morning.

The comfortable and uniquely decorated rooms are equipped with a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Coffee and tea facilities are available. Because of the perfect location, you can easily walk around the city centre and visit the main places of interest.

For more detailed information, please click here www. booking, com/hotel/nl

1.Which hotel is the best choice if someone is extremely tall?

A. Bridges House Hotel.            B. Hotel Juliana.

C. Shanghai Hotel.                D. Hotel de Koophandel.

2.If someone chooses Shanghai Hotel, he ________.

A. can enjoy various breads and eggs

B. can go to the Technical University of Delft

C. may be interested in Chinese-style decoration

D. may visit some parks for free

3.What do all the hotels in the passage have in common?

A. They offer free Wi-Fi.

B. They are at Delft city centre.

C. They offer free on-site parking.

D. They offer comfortable rooms.

4.Where can you probably see the passage?

A. In a magazine.　　　　　　　　　　 B. In a newspaper.

C. On the Internet.　　　　　　　　　 D. In a TV program.

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Whizzfizzing Festival

One of the “Home Counties” to the north and west of London, Buckinghamshire is known for the rolling Chiltern Hills, its pretty villages, and the much-loved children’s author Roald Dahl.

The writer who penned Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Witches, Matilda and The Big Friendly Giant is the i9nspiration for the Whizzfizzing Festival – which will transform the market-town of Aylesbury into all kinds of music, colour and fun on Saturday, 1 July.

Formerly known as The Roald Dahl Festival, this year’s event will celebrate a broad range of children’s films and bring to life some of its best-loved characters – from Alice in Wonderland and the Gruffala to The Big Friendly Giant and Harry Potter.

Things to see and do

The fun and festivals start at 11 a.m. with a colourful children’s parade. More than 650 local school children and teachers, many in fancy dress, will march through the town carrying giant carnival puppets（木偶）, with thousands of audiences lining the streets to watch.

The parade will be followed with a range of child-friendly activities and workshops held in venues across the town.

Don’t be late for the Mad Hatters Tea Party in the Bucks County Museum, catch a splendid screening of a Roald Dahl movie in the Old Court House, and watch leading children’s authors, including Julian Clary, give readings in the Market Square.

CBeebies’ children’s chef Katy Ashworth will once again be cooking up a storm with her inter-active

Concoction Kitchen, located outside Hale Leys Shopping Centre. Little chefs will have lots of opportunities to get involved with preparing, cooking – and best of all, tasting – Katy’s fabulous recipes.

With hands-on arts and crafts workshops, storytelling sessions, live music, a fancy dress competition, street theatre and more, there is something for everyone.

For more information, visit: http://www.aylesburyvaledc . gov.uk/cylesbury-whizzfizzing- festival-inspired- roald-dahl

1.Who is Whizzfizzing Festival intended for?

A. Children.　　 B. Film stars.

C. Publishers.　　 D. Children’s authors.

2.Which film was made from Roald Dahl’s work?

A. Gruffalo.

B. Harry Potter.

C. Alice in Wonderland.

D. The Big Friendly Giant.

3.Which of the following best describes Whizzfizzing Festival?

A. Varies.　　 B. Global.

C. Boring.　　 D. Ordinary.

4.What type of writing is this text?

A. An exhibition guide.

B. An art show review.

C. An announcement.

D. An official report.

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Pinewood Studios is located (位于) about twenty miles west of central London and named after the pinetrees in the grounds. Pinewood has been at the heart of both British and international film production. The house, Heatherden Hall, was bought by Charles Boot in 1934, and he and J. Arthur Rank became partners in the project to build the studios. Pinewood proved pioneering in its use of the “unit system” that allowed more than one film to be made at a time,and this enabled Pinewood to achieve the highest output of all the studios in the world. The first film to be completed at Pinewood was Talk of the Devil (1936, Reed) while the immediate postwar period saw six major productions including the praised Oliver Twist ( 1948 , Lean ) and The Red Shoes ( 1948 , Powell and Press-burger).

The 1950s saw countless productions including the Doctor series and medical comedy, which were the fathers to the Carry On films: the series started with Doctor in the House (1954,Thomas) and led to a further six films. Other notable films of the 1950s age include The Prince and the Showgirl ( 1957 Olivier ) starring Marilyn Monroe, Carve Her Name with Pride (1958 , Gilbert), North West Frontier (1959 Thompson) and The Thirty-Nine Steps (1959, Thomas). The Thirty-Nine Steps was a reworking of John Buchan’s novel originally filmed by Hitchcock in 1935. Because of its new ideas and skills, American production companies crowded to Pinewood and a major reinvestment (再投资) was required. During the 1960s,four new stages were built to accommodate every aspect of film and television production. This period also saw the start of the association between Pinewood and the James Bond series, which started in 1962 with Dr No (Young). The studios have continued to produce imaginative and technically challenging material such as Superman (1978,Donner), Superman Ⅱ (1980,Lester),Superman Ⅲ (1983, Lester), Superman Ⅳ: The Quest for Peace (1987, Furie),and Batman (1989,Burton).

1.How long is the history of Pinewood Studios’ first film?

A. About 60 years. B. About 70 years.

C. More than 80 years. D. More than 100 years.

2.What made Pinewood Studios produce most?

A. Its famous actors and actresses. B. Putting the unit system into use.

C. Its proper location and translation. D. The serious attitude of its leaders

3.Which film was completed during the early postwar period?

A. The Red Shoes. B. The Quest for Peace.

C. The Thirty-Nine Steps. D. The Prince and the Showgirl.

4.What is the passage mainly about?

A. The ups and downs of Pinewood Studios.

B. The best films made by Pinewood Studios.

C. The location and characters of pinewood Studios.

D. The history and achievements of Pinewood Studios.

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Tampa Bay has a long and colorful history, which is located on the west coast of Florida. And there are plenty of events on holidays every year. The following are the top things to experience on Tampa Bay over Christmas.

Jackie Evancho

The superstar exploded on to the national scene after her first performance on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, which left audiences and judges at the show astonished that such a voice could come from a 10-year-old girl. 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. $39.50-$89.50. (727) 791-7400.

Holiday Lights in the Gardens

Stroll through the gardens with more than one million twinkly lights, lasers, Florida-style displays, animated figures, visits with Santa and entertainers lining the pathways. 5:30 pm, Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road. Largo Donation of $4 suggested; 12 and younger free. (727) 582-5800.

Wordier than Thou

Prose and Short Story Open Mic — a unique open mic series focusing on storytelling. Poetry and musical performances are not allowed. The event includes a performance by a featured reader followed by numerous 10-minute open mic slots. 7:00 pm, Studio@620, 620 First Ave.S, St, Petersburg. $5. (727) 895-6620.

Rockapella Christmas

The five-man contemporary pop vocal phenomenon sing takes on classic holiday favorites and branches new originals. 7:30 pm, Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. $30-$59. (727) 791-7400.

Holiday Classic Movie Series

It’s A Wonderful Life — enjoy select holiday classics with a singalong to holiday carols by the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ before each show. 7:30 pm, Tampa Theatre, 711 Franklin St., Tampa. $10; $8 members/children. (813) 274-8982.

1.What can we learn about Jackie Evancho?

A.She broadcasts news at 7:30 pm every day.

B.She has a special talent for dancing.

C.She began to speak when she was 10.

D.She is a super musical star.

2.Which activity is partly admission free?

A.Holiday Lights in the Gardens.

B.Wordier than Thou.

C.Rockapella Christmas.

D.Holiday Classic Movie Series.

3.Where should you go if you are a story lover?

A.Ruth Eckerd Hall. B.Capitol Theatre.

C.Studio@620. D.Florida Botanical Gardens.

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Tampa Bay has a long and colorful history, which is located on the west coast of Florida. And there are plenty of events on holidays every year. The following are the top things to experience in Tampa Bay over Christmas.

Jackie Kvancho

The superstar exploded on to the national scene after her first performance on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, which left audiences and judges at the talk show astonished that such a voice could come from a 10-year-old girl. 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. $ 39.50〜$ 89.50. (727) 791-7400.

Holiday Lights in the Cardens

Stroll through the gardens with more than 1-million twinkly lights, lasers. Florida-style displays, animated figures, visits with Santa and entertainers lining the pathways. 5:30 pm, Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road. Largo Donation of $ 4 suggested; 12 and younger free. (727) 582-5800.

Wordier than Thou

Prose and Short Story Open Mic: A unique open mic series focusing on storytelling. Poetry and musical performances are not allowed. The event includes a performance by a featured reader followed by numerous l0-minute open mic slots. 7 pm, [email protected], 620 First Ave. S, St, Petersburg. $ 5. (727) 895-6620.

Rockapella Christmas

The five-man contemporary pop vocal phenomenon sing takes on classic holiday favorites and branch new originals. 7:30 pm, Capitol Theatre. 405 Cleveland St. , Clearwater. $ 30〜$ 59. (727) 791-7400.

Holiday Classic Movie Series

It’s A Wonderful Life: Enjoy select holiday classics with a singalong to holiday carols by the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ before each show. 7:30 pm, Tampa Theatre, 711 Franklin St. , Tampa. $ 10, $ 8 members / children. (813) 274-8982.

1.What can we learn about Jackie Evancho?

A. She is a super musical star.

B. She broadcasts news at 7:30 pm every day.

C. She has a special talent for speech.

D. She began to speak when she was 10.

2.Which activity is admission free?

A. Rockapella Christmas.

B. Holiday Lights in the Gardens.

C. Holiday Classic Movie Series: It’s A Wonderful Life.

D. Wordier than Thou: Prose and Short Story Open Mic.

3.Where should you go if you are a story lover?

A. [email protected]　　 B. Capitol Theatre.

C. Ruth Eckerd Hall.　　 D. Florida Botanical Gardens.

4.What do Rockapella Christmas and Holiday Classic Movie Series have in common?

A. They both Iasi for two hours.　　 B. They are free for children there.

C. They have special music for Christmas.　　 D. They are both singing competitions.

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Welcome to Arundel Castle which is situated in West Sussex, England. The castle has a history of nearly 1000 years and has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the world. Arundel Castle also plays a starring role in many films.

The Gardens

The White Garden is planted with soft white Iceberg Roses, and Snow White Lilies.

The Rose Garden is newly planted with lovely old-fashioned English roses that are at their very best in June and July.

The Organic Kitchen Garden produces a wide range of seasonal fruit and vegetables, pears, cherries and apples.

The Castle Shop

In the Castle Shop, you will discover a wide and interesting range of gift ideas for everyone. It offers gifts and souvenirs designed to appeal to all tastes and pockets. Foods, china, books, and stationery (文具)are all available. Many are sold in this Castle Shop only.

At Arundel Castle we pride ourselves on supporting local suppliers and actively encourage environmentally friendly products.

The Arundel Festival 2014

Saturday 16th to Monday 25th August

The annual Arundel Festival gets bigger and better every year. It is one of the most amazing, diverse and easily accessible arts festivals in the UK, offering a mix of visual arts, music, theatre and street entertainment.

Parking

Coaches and mini-buses can drop off at the main Castle entrance in Mill Road and park in the main town car park that is opposite the Castle entrance. Please inform us when making your booking of how many parking permits are required.

1.When visiting the castle, you can____________.
A. get old-fashioned English roses as gifts
B. buy eco-friendly products in the Castle Shop
C. get seasonal fruit and vegetables for free
D. see how the local gifts are being made

2.How long does the Arundel Festival last this year?

A. 10 days　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 B. One week　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 C. 16 days　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 D. One month

3.Where can you park the coach?

A. In Mill Road　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 B. Inside the Castle

C. In the main town car park　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 　　　　　　　　　 D. At the main Castle entrance

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Welcome to Arundel Castle which is situated in West Sussex, England. The castle has a history of nearly 1000 years and has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the world. Arundel Castle also plays a starring role in many films.

The Gardens

The White Garden is planted with soft white Iceberg Roses, and Snow White Lilies.

The Rose Garden is newly planted with lovely old-fashioned English roses that are at their very best in June and July.

The Organic Kitchen Garden produces a wide range of seasonal fruit and vegetables, pears, cherries and apples.

The Castle Shop

In the Castle Shop, you will discover a wide and interesting range of gift ideas for everyone. It offers gifts and souvenirs designed to appeal to all tastes and pockets. Foods, china, books, and stationery (文具)are all available. Many are sold in this Castle Shop only.

At Arundel Castle we pride ourselves on supporting local suppliers and actively encourage environmentally friendly products.

The Arundel Festival 2014

Saturday 16th to Monday 25th August

The annual Arundel Festival gets bigger and better every year. It is one of the most amazing, diverse and easily accessible arts festivals in the UK, offering a mix of visual arts, music, theatre and street entertainment.

Parking

Coaches and mini-buses can drop off at the main Castle entrance in Mill Road and park in the main town car park that is opposite the Castle entrance. Please inform us when making your booking of how many parking permits are required.

1.When visiting the castle, you can________.

A. get old-fashioned English roses as gifts

B. buy eco-friendly products in the Castle Shop

C. get seasonal fruit and vegetables for free

D. see how the local gifts are being made

2.How long does the Arundel Festival last this year?

A. 10 days　 　 B. One week　 C. 16 days　 D. One month

3.Where can you park the coach?

A. In Mill Road

B. Inside the Castle

C. In the main town car park

D. At the main Castle entrance

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Welcome to Arundel Castle which is situated in West Sussex, England. The castle has a history of nearly 1000 years and has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the world. Arundel Castle also plays a starring role in many films.

The Gardens

The White Garden is planted with soft white Iceberg Roses, and Snow White Lilies.

The Rose Garden is newly planted with lovely old-fashioned English roses that are at their very best in June and July.

The Organic Kitchen Garden produces a wide range of seasonal fruit and vegetables, pears, cherries and apples.

The Castle Shop

In the Castle Shop, you will discover a wide and interesting range of gift ideas for everyone. It offers gifts and souvenirs designed to appeal to all tastes and pockets. Foods, china, books, and stationery (文具)are all available. Many are sold in this Castle Shop only.

At Arundel Castle we pride ourselves on supporting local suppliers and actively encourage environmentally friendly products.

The Arundel Festival 2014

Saturday 16th to Monday 25th August

The annual Arundel Festival gets bigger and better every year. It is one of the most amazing, diverse and easily accessible arts festivals in the UK, offering a mix of visual arts, music, theatre and street entertainment.

Parking

Coaches and mini-buses can drop off at the main Castle entrance in Mill Road and park in the main town car park that is opposite the Castle entrance. Please inform us when making your booking of how many parking permits are required.

1.When visiting the castle, you can________.

A. get old-fashioned English roses as gifts

B. buy eco-friendly products in the Castle Shop

C. get seasonal fruit and vegetables for free

D. see how the local gifts are being made

2.How long does the Arundel Festival last this year?

A. 10 days　 　 B. One week　 C. 16 days　 D. One month

3.Where can you park the coach?

A. In Mill Road

B. Inside the Castle

C. In the main town car park

D. At the main Castle entrance

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For a small town, Mantattan, Kansas has some big surprises. And one of them is the Holiday Inn Hotel, with rooms built around a swimming pool and a friendly atmosphere.

The Holiday Inn is where Manhattan people often go for a special party, or a night out. A lot of them choose to eat in the bright‑lit restaurant near the pool, And many of them will be served by Ellen Logan, who has worked as a waitress here for more than two years.

Ellen, like most of the waitresses, is also a student. She comes from Nebraska, but she’s planning one day to be a veterinary surgeon, and to care for small animals. But in order to support herself at college, she works twenty hours a week at the Holiday Inn.

Ellen soon learned what every waitress finds out. Your best friend has a good pair of shoes. She paid forty‑five dollars for hers, much more than she would usually spend. She’s discovered something else too. You don’t have to know much about food to be a good waitress, but you do have to know a lot about people.

“A lot of business people always stay here when they come to Manhattan”, she explains. “They like you to recognize them and remember their favorite dishes. But some couples come for a night out together. They just want to be left alone. Then there are people who can’t make up their minds. They look down the menu and say,‘What do you suggest?’So I ask them how hungry they are. If they say,‘Not very.’I suggest the salad bar, with soup, salad, bread, and a fruit plate. But if they say they’re very hungry, I suggest a Kansas Strip Steak, with potatoes or rice. You get salad and bread as well. It’s very nice. Real good value”.

Ellen may get tired sometimes, but at least she’s learning too much about people. She’s learning too much about people. She’ll probably make a good animal doctor, but if she finds she doesn’t like it after all, she can become a psychiatrist(心理医生)instead.

1.What does the underlined phrase “a veterinary surgeon” mean?

A、An animal doctor    B、A hotel manager    C、A food expert    D、A restaurant waitress

2.According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?

A、Businessmen like to be suggested what to eat.

B、Many couples often want you to recognize them.

C、Why people like to eat in the hotel is that it is full of a friendly atmosphere.

D、If you know a lot about people,you’ll be a good veterinary surgeon.

3.From the passage we can infer that       .

A、waitresses in the Holiday Inn are all students.

B、waitresses are required to buy a good pair of shoes before they go to work.

C、waitresses should be familiar with the food there.

D、it is more important for the waitresses to know much about people than food.

4.Choose the best title for the passage.

A、How to Deal with People        B、A Special Holiday Inn Hotel in Manhattan

C、American Holiday Inn          D、Ellen Logan at the Holiday Inn

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