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Situated in the South West of England, between Exeter and Plymouth, Torquay is one of the most popular holiday resorts in Britain. It provides a variety of entertainment, sports of every kind and cultural facilities, all set in a position of outstanding natural beauty. Visitors can choose between luxury hotels by the sea, with private suites（套房），swimming pools and saunas, and comfortable but less expensive guest houses. There are camping sites, too, and hundreds of houses displaying“B & B”signs.
As well as a number of small quiet bays, which are ideal for beach barbecues away from the crowds, Torquay has large sandy beaches where you can buy refreshments（饮料）and hire deck chairs, boats and even beach huts. There are large areas of grassland overlooking the sea, and miles of winding cliff paths for walkers who just want to enjoy the scenery and what is often said to be the healthiest air in the country. For the sportsmen and women there are opportunities not only for golf, tennis, squash and bowls, but also for water-skiing, hang-gliding and deep-sea fishing.
After a day in the open air, there’s lots to do in the evenings, too. There are plenty of discos, the occasional opera or ballet, and summer variety shows in the seafront theatres. For the children, there is a beautiful model village with a complicated railway layout which is remarkably realistic-especially when the lights are all on at night.
Of course, there’s no need to spend your whole holidays in Torquay. Only a short drive away is Dartmoor National Park, where you can walk for miles through dramatic, unspoiled countryside, or picnic by beautiful rivers and streams. Or, nearer to home, you can sail across Tor Bay to the lovely old fishing village of Brixham.
Torquay seems to have something for everyone. But don’t take my word for it----come and see for yourself.
1. Which of the following best explains what “B & B” means on the signs?
A．Beach and barbecue B．Breakfast and bath
C．Bed and breakfast D．Beautiful and British
2.According to the text Torquay might be described as________.
A．comfortable and expensive B．remote and beautiful
C．croweded and lively D．fresh and healthy
3.What is special about the model village?
A．It opens at night. B．It has a real railway system.
C．It’s in the open air. D．It has something for the children
4.What is the purpose of writing this text?
A．To introduce the geography of Torquay to students.
B．To make some places known to visitors.
C．To show the beauty of resorts.
D．To attract more tourists.
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Brighton is in the county of East Sussex, on the South coast of England. Situated between the English Channel and the South Downs, Brighton is 90 km from London. Brighton's nearby neighbor, Hove, is seen by some as a more desirable location than Brighton and it is often referred to by locals as "Hove, actually".
Brighton is a small city but there's probably as much going on here as anywhere in the country except London. Brighton has numerous entertainment facilities, which additionally serve a considerable business conference industry. There's a huge range of entertainment venues, including comedy at the Brighton Komedia, world music, opera and ballet at the Brighton Dome, jazz at the Joogleberry, top stars at the Brighton Centre and pre-West End shows at the Theatre Royal. The live music scene is also alive and well with several bands originating from the Brighton area going on to have commercial success in recent years.
Every year in May, Brighton hosts the "Brighton Festival" ------ the largest arts festival in England. Brighton's theatres, concert halls, streets and some of the city's most extraordinary venues host an array of art, entertainment and extravaganza (盛大表演). The earliest feature of the festival, "Open Houses" ------ homes of artists and crafts people, opened up to the public as galleries and usually sell the works of the inhabitants and their friends.
Students at the two universities in the area give the city a youthful vitality (活力), and in the summer, thousands of young students from all over Europe gather in the city to attend language courses. In addition to the usual coastal attractions, vacationers are drawn to the city's Georgian architecture, trendy shops, and fine restaurants. Points of interest also include the Edwardian Preston Manor, the ornate Royal Pavilion, the engaging Sea Life Center, and a variety of museums and art galleries.
1.What's the author’s purpose of writing the passage?
A. To introduce Brighton to the readers.
B. To attract foreign students to study in Brighton.
C. To show his admiration for the city of Brighton.
D. To list entertainments in Brighton.
2. What does the first paragraph mainly tell us?
A. The term of "Hove" B. The situation of Brighton.
C. The county of East Sussex. D. The distance between Brighton and London.
3.According to the passage，where can you go if you enjoy watching opera?
A. Brighton Komedia. B. Joogleberry.
C. Theatre Royal. D. Brighton Dome.
4. Why do people in Brighton have a good time in May every year?
A. Because they can enjoy all kinds of music played by top artists.
B. Because top stars from the world will go to Perform there.
C. Because the largest arts festival in England is held there.
D. Because the local people can appreciate works in the Open Houses.
5.How many of the followings that attract people to Brighton are mentioned?
a. two universities b. the summer language courses
c. the coastal attractions d. the city's Georgian architecture
e. the fine restaurants
A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5
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Brighton is in the county of East Sussex, on the South coast of England. Situated between the English Channel and the South Downs, Brighton is 90 km from London. Brighton's nearby neighbor, Hove, is seen by some as a more desirable location than Brighton and it is often referred to by locals as "Hove, actually".
Brighton is a small city but there's probably as much going on here as anywhere in the country except London. Brighton has numerous entertainment facilities, which additionally serve a considerable business conference industry. There's a huge range of entertainment venues, including comedy at the Brighton Komedia, world music, opera and ballet at the Brighton Dome, jazz at the Joogleberry, top stars at the Brighton Centre and pre-West End shows at the Theatre Royal. The live music scene is also alive and well with several bands originating from the Brighton area going on to have commercial success in recent years.
Every year in May, Brighton hosts the "Brighton Festival" ------ the largest arts festival in England. Brighton's theatres, concert halls, streets and some of the city's most extraordinary venues host an array of art, entertainment and extravaganza (盛大表演). The earliest feature of the festival, "Open Houses" ------ homes of artists and crafts people, opened up to the public as galleries and usually sell the works of the inhabitants and their friends.
Students at the two universities in the area give the city a youthful vitality (活力), and in the summer, thousands of young students from all over Europe gather in the city to attend language courses. In addition to the usual coastal attractions, vacationers are drawn to the city's Georgian architecture, trendy shops, and fine restaurants. Points of interest also include the Edwardian Preston Manor, the ornate Royal Pavilion, the engaging Sea Life Center, and a variety of museums and art galleries.
1.What's the author’s purpose of writing the passage?
A．To introduce Brighton to the readers.
B．To attract foreign students to study in Brighton.
C．To show his admiration for the city of Brighton.
D．To list entertainments in Brighton.
2.What does the first paragraph mainly tell us?
A．The term of "Hove"
B．The situation of Brighton.
C．The county of East Sussex.
D．The distance between Brighton and London.
3.According to the passage，where can you go if you enjoy watching opera?
A．Brighton Komedia. B．Joogleberry.
C．Theatre Royal. D．Brighton Dome.
4.Why do people in Brighton have a good time in May every year?
A．Because they can enjoy all kinds of music played by top artists.
B．Because top stars from the world will go to Perform there.
C．Because the largest arts festival in England is held there.
D．Because the local people can appreciate works in the Open Houses.
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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 made2.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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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.What can you do when visiting the castle?
A. See how the local gifts are being made.
B. Get old-fashioned English roses as gifts.
C. Buy eco-friendly products in the Castle Shop.
D. Get seasonal fruits and vegetables free of charge.
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. In the main town car park.
C. Inside the Castle. D. At the main Castle entrance.
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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.see how the local gifts are being made
C.get seasonal fruit and vegetables for free D.buy eco-friendly products in the Castle Shop
2.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
3.How long does the Arundel Festival last this year?
A.10 days B.One week C.16 days D.One month
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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.What can you do when visiting the castle?
A. See how the local gifts are being made.
B. Get old-fashioned English roses as gifts.
C. Buy eco-friendly products in the Castle Shop.
D. Get seasonal fruits and vegetables free of charge.
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. In the main town car park.
C. Inside the Castle.
D. At the main castle entrance.
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Joe Biggs was a butcher. His shop was in a village in the beautiful south of England, and he ________ in it for many years while his father was there. Then when his father reached the age of 65, he stopped working in the shop, and Joe was alone in it, so he had to work ________.
Joe worked five and a half days a week. His shop ______ at one o’clock on Thursday, and it was closed the whole of Sunday. Saturdays were the ________ days.
Most of Joe’s ________ came to his shop from the nearest town, but sometimes he got up earlier than usual in the morning and ________ into the city to choose meat. It was ________ there.
Joe had a big ________ in his shop, but he tried not to buy too ________ meat at a time, and to ________ it before he bought more.
One ________ a woman came into the shop at five minutes to one. “Sorry I’m late,” she said, “but some friends have just telephoned to say that they are coming to ________ tonight, and I need more ________.”
Joe only had one piece of meat in the shop. He had sold all the others ________ in the day. He took the piece ________ and said to the woman, “This is 6.5 pounds.”
“That piece is too ________.” the woman said. “Haven’t you got anything bigger?”
Joe went ________ the room behind his shop, opened the refrigerator, put the piece of meat into it, took it out ________ and shut the door of the refrigerator ________, then he brought the piece of meat back to the woman and said, “This piece is bigger and more expensive. It’s 8.75 pounds.”
“Good,” the woman answered with a smile, “give me ________ of them, please.”
1.A. lived B. worked C. played D. studied
2.A. harder B. later C. more D. again
3.A. served B. started C. shut D. opened
4.A. hardest B. busiest C. quietest D. easiest
5.A. meat B. friends C. buyers D. customers
6.A. walked B. ran C. flew D. drove
7.A. nearer B. fresher C. cheaper D. easier
8.A. cupboard B. room C. kitchen D. refrigerator
9.A. fresh B. much C. expensive D. adequate
10.A. freeze B. cook C. eat D. sell
11.A. Monday B. Thursday C. Sunday D. Saturday
12.A. dinner B. lunch C. party D. dance
13.A. food B. meat C. fruit D. vegetable
14.A. earlier B. cheaper C. quicker D. later
15.A. away B. up C. out D. in
16.A. cheap B. large C. bad D. small
17.A. outside B. from C. into D. through
18.A. again B. back C. even D. still
19.A. quickly B. heavily C. lightly D. carefully
20.A. each B. none C. all D. both
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Manchester is the “capital” of the northwest of England. Situated on the east bank of the River Irwell, it is a lively busy city with a large student population. Although it was once seen as only a dull industrial place, in recent years Manchester has become the “in” place. It is well-known for its clubs, its fashion and its music, not to mention its world -famous football team, Manchester United.
There is plenty to see in Manchester and something to suit all taste. For example, you have a taste of the Orient in Chinatown, home to Manchester’s large Chinese population. Another place to visit is the historical Eastlefield area, which contains the first urban heritage park in Britain. Here you can walk around the museums and experience the atmosphere of the 19th century Manchester.
Football fans need not feel left out; they can always make a trip to the Old Trafford Manchester United Museum which also contains a coffee shop and a souvenir shop
It’s easy to find your way around the city center and you’re never too far away from a bus, which will take you wherever you want to go. However, many people prefer walking in a city where there’s so much to see, and much of it is off the main travel lines.
If you get tired with all that walking, you can refresh yourself at one of the many café bars in the city. There’s a wide variety of homely and old-fashioned ones
Whatever you do, you won’t have a dull moment in the place which was awarded the title of “most interesting city in Europe “. Despite its unpopular industrial image in the past, Manchester is becoming more and more popular as a tourist destination nowadays.
1.According to the passage, Manchester is _________.
A. a big city in the southwest of England
B. only known for its heavy industry
C. interesting only if you like football
D. a very popular place now
2.If you are interested in history, _____ in Manchester.
A. you will see the 18th century center building
B. you can go to Chinatown
C. you don’t have a big choice
D.you can visit the Eastlefield
3.What was Manchester like in the past?
A. A small and dull city. B. A city full of factories
C. An exciting city to visit D. A popular destination
4.What does the underlined word “its” in the last paragraph refer to?
A. Europe’s B. Tourism’s C. Manchester’s D. Industry’s
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Considering the temperate climate in England, most tourists like to visit London between April and September. Tourists also enjoy what London has to offer during Christmas.
Getting around London
Transportation in London is divided into zones, meaning the further you intend to go, the more expensive it will cost you. You’ll find one of the best subways here, with single rides starting at about $ 2.5. You can also use taxis (keep in mind that black cabs do not accept smart cards), boats, buses as well as commuter trains (市郊火车). To avoid any trouble, you can get yourself a smart card and perhaps load it with $ 50 dollars to cover your weekly travel budget.
London Weather
To enjoy warm weather in London, plan your visit in July as it is the hottest month. January is the coldest month in London.
What you should Know Before Visiting London
Unlike most cities in Europe, life in London is a bit more expensive. Also, make sure you plan ahead so that you don’t miss out on the best tickets, hotels and offers.
BEST OF LONDON
SEALIFE London Aquarium
Enjoy a spectacular experience with underwater creatures at SEALIFE London aquarium. It is perfect for a family fun day.
The Coca-Cola London Eye
A major feature of London’s skyline, the The Coca-Cola London Eye boasts some of the best city views from its 32 capsules. You’ll definitely enjoy the breathtaking experience.
Sherlock Holmes Museum
A perfect place to visit if you love books and music.
1.The peak month to visit London is most likely to be _____
A.January B.March C.May D.October
2.What is good about a smart card?
A.It can be paid for any transport means. B.It can cover any expenses.
C.It is available online. D.It is convenient.
3.If your family want to see a variety of fish, you will go to _____.
A.SEALIFE London Aquarium B.The Coca-Cola London Eye
C.Sherlock Holmes Museum D.London Canal Museum
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