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Some 5-star hotels specialize in mouth-watering buffet（自助餐），offering a rich selection of quality food. With a discount card, you can surely drink and eat to your heart’s _________.

A. association　 　 B. circulation

C. entertainment D. content

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There are many special hotels around the world. In Greenland, there is a hotel made out of ice. In Turkey, there is a cave hotel. And in Bolivia, there is the Salt Palace Hotel.

Thousands of years ago, the area around the Salt Palace Hotel was a large lake. But over time, all the water disappeared. Today, the area has only two small lakes and two salt deserts.

In the early 1990s, a man named Juan Quesada built the hotel. He cut big blocks of salt from the desert and used the blocks to build it. Everything in the hotel is made out of salt: the walls, the roof, the tables, the chairs and the beds.

The sun heats the walls and roof during the day. So the rooms stay warm at night, though it’s cold outside in the desert. The hotel has twelve rooms. A single room costs $40 a night, and a double room $60.

A sign on the hotel’s wall tells guests, “Please don’t lick (舔) the walls.”

1.Where did the salt for the hotel come from?

A．A cave.           B．The lake.          C．The salt desert.     D．A salt field.

2.What keeps the rooms in the Salt Palace Hotel warm at night?

A．The water in the lake.                    B．The sand in the desert.

C．The furniture in the rooms.                D．The heat from the walls and roof.

3.What is the passage mainly about?

A．A large lake.       B．A special hotel.     C．A beautiful wall.     D．A famous desert.

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Being seen in a fancy sports car or enjoying a beach holiday in a five-star hotel were once signs of having ‘‘made it”.

But a new study suggested that having people think of you as constantly busy and overworked is now a far better way to show social status.

According to Harvard University in the US, people are increasingly leaning toward the phenomenon of “humblebragging (谦虚自夸)”. This is when people make a seemingly modest statement that actually draws attention to something they want to brag (吹嘘) about.

Phrases such as “I have no life” and “I desperately need a holiday” are now used to imply social standing, while ordering food and shopping online is the perfect way to prove to neighbors that you are simply too busy and important to go to the supermarket.

“Movies, magazines, and popular TV shows often highlight (强调) the abundance (富足) of money and leisure time among the wealthy,” said Neeru Paharia, an assistant professor at Harvard University.

“In recent years, featuring wealthy people relaxing by the pool or on a yacht (游艇), playing tennis or skiing and hunting are being replaced with advertisements featuring busy individuals who work long hours and have very limited leisure time,” he said. “Displaying (how busy you are at work) and a lack of leisure time operates as a visible signal of status in the eyes of others.”

The researchers pointed out that the Wall Street Journal’s 2016 advert campaign featured celebrities (名人) complaining about their busy lives, with the slogan (标语). “People who don’t have time, make time to read the Wall Street Journal.”

The report, which was published in the Journal of Consumer Research, also found that brands that marketed themselves as timesaving were becoming increasingly high-status, because of the people who used them.

According to the authors, this trend of humblebragging is due to people’s shit of focus-they now value “the preciousness und scarcity (稀缺) of individuals" more than “the preciousness and scarcity of goods”.

“Busy individuals possess desirable characteristics, leading them to be viewed as scarce and in demand,” the authors concluded.

1.The main idea of this article is about 　　　　　 ?

A. the trend of “humblebragging”.

B. characteristics of people who lead a busy life.

C. why people today are becoming increasingly busy.

D. why some people like to brag about their social status.

2.People today prefer to 　　　　 to display their social status

A. share their passion for tennis or skiing

B. show how fast-paced their work life is

C. tell people about the wonderful holidays they take

D. show off their abundance of money and leisure time

3.The Wall Street Journal’s 2016 advert campaign implies that 　　　　 .

A. busy people always have a better life than others

B. it’s important to read newspapers however busy you are

C. busy individuals should learn to manage their time better

D. a lack of time is a typical characteristic of people of high social status

4.From the article we can conclude that America people today 　　　　　 .

A. all brag about themselives.

B. value individuals, the preciousness and scarcity

C. order food and shop online to show they are rich

D. work long hours and don’t have enough leisure time.

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If you're travelling with kids in London, many London hotels have special services and features to help the family holiday, offering services for kids as well as games, bike hire and free ice cream!

Athenaeum

The five-star Athenaeum is a fantastic family hotel, particularly with the addition of its kids' services. Even before you arrive, they'll be in touch to make sure your kids have their favorite DVDs, treats and anything else to keep them happy. And they can arrange your perfect family activities, from bike hire to theatre tickets.

Chessington Safari Hotel

At Chessington Safari Hotel, kids will love staying in an African adventure-themed room, having breakfast overlooking the animals of the Wanyama Reserve, watching family-friendly movies and getting into the theme park before it opens.

Marlin Apartments

Marlin Apartments operate more than 700 serviced apartments in London. Apartments are all within five minutes walk of the Tube (good for tired little legs!) with flat screen TVs, fully equipped kitchen and free Wi-Fi. One or two bedroom family apartments have extra room for fold out beds in the living area too.

Novotel

Novotel's family rooms are designed to accommodate two adults and two children. Accommodation and breakfast are free for under-16s (up to two staying in their parents' room). You can also enjoy a late check-out at 5p.m. on a Sunday, and while you lie in, the kids can entertain themselves with the Cartoon Network.

The Ritz

Kids at The Ritz are treated just as well as their parents, if not better! Children can enjoy computer games and DVDs, free ice cream and their own bathrobes and slippers. Under-16s can stay for free in their parents' bedroom, depending on the room type.

1.Before you check in Athenaeum, ________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

A.you should ask about the kids' services

B.you can buy bikes and order theatre tickets

C.you will be asked about what your kids like

D.you must arrange your family activities

2.If your kids love to see animals, you will choose ________________________________________________________________________________________________.

A.Athenaeum B.Chessington Safari Hotel

C.Novotel D.The Ritz

3.If you choose to stay at Marlin Apartments, ________________________________________________________________________________ .

A.you can enjoy the best service in London

B.you can enjoy free ice cream

C.you can have an extra room for free

D.you can surf the Internet free of charge

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If you're travelling with kids in London, many London hotels have special services and features to help the family holiday, offering services for kids as well as games, bike hire and free ice cream!

Athenaeum

The five-star Athenaeum is a fantastic family hotel, particularly with the addition of its kids' services. Even before you arrive, they'll be in touch to make sure your kids have their favorite DVDs, treats and anything else to keep them happy. And they can arrange your perfect family activities, from bike hire to theatre tickets.

Chessington Safari Hotel

At Chessington Safari Hotel, kids will love staying in an African adventure-themed room, having breakfast overlooking the animals of the Wanyama Reserve, watching family-friendly movies and getting into the theme park before it opens.

Marlin Apartments

Marlin Apartments operate more than 700 serviced apartments in London. Apartments are all within five minutes walk of the Tube (good for tired little legs!) with flat screen TVs, fully equipped kitchen and free Wi-Fi. One or two bedroom family apartments have extra room for fold out beds in the living area too.

Novotel

Novotel's family rooms are designed to accommodate two adults and two children. Accommodation and breakfast are free for under-16s (up to two staying in their parents' room). You can also enjoy a late check-out at 5p.m. on a Sunday, and while you lie in, the kids can entertain themselves with the Cartoon Network.

The Ritz

Kids at The Ritz are treated just as well as their parents, if not better! Children can enjoy computer games and DVDs, free ice cream and their own bathrobes and slippers. Under-16s can stay for free in their parents' bedroom, depending on the room type.

1.Before you check in Athenaeum, ________________________________________________________________________________________________________.

A. you should ask about the kids' services

B. you can buy bikes and order theatre tickets

C. you will be asked about what your kids like

D. you must arrange your family activities

2.If your kids love to see animals, you will choose ________________________________________________________________________________________________.

A. Athenaeum　　 B. Chessington Safari Hotel

C. Novotel　　 D. The Ritz

3.If you choose to stay at Marlin Apartments, ________________________________________________________________________________ .

A. you can enjoy the best service in London

B. you can enjoy free ice cream

C. you can have an extra room for free

D. you can surf the Internet free of charge

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It was in the hotel where my father works _______ I met the film star.

A. what　　 B. that

C. when　　 D. where

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A night in a hotel in Shanghai costs ______ a week in some faraway cities.

A. as much as three times               B. three times the price of

C. the three times price of             D. as much three times as

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Where to stay in Boswell? The following are some choices for you:

49.  The number of the room in Osaka Hotel is :

A.  50                         B.  120                C.  150                D.  180

50.  If a Japanese traveller likes to eat in French restaurant, _______ is the right place for him to go to.

A.  233 Edward Road                            B.  1264 Venning Road

C.  222 Edward Road                                  D.  129 North Road

51.  Which hotel faces the Orchard Hotel?

A.  The First Hotel                         B.  The Osaka Hotel

C.  The Fairview Hotel                         D.  No Hotel

52.  If you want to book a cheapest single room, which number will you call?

A.  414-6433               B.  591-5620        C.  641-6641        D.  643-8206

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Where to stay in Boswell? The following are some choices for you:

First Hotel. 222 Edward Road. Tel. 414-6433. Number of Rooms: 120.

Price:　 Single: $ 25; Doulbe $ 35;

Special attractions: Airconditioned rooms, French restaurant, Night club, Swimming pool,

Shops; Coffee shop and bar, Telephone, Radio and TV in each room, close to the city center.

Fairview Hotel. 129 North Road. Tel. 591-5620. Number of Rooms: 50.

Price:　　 Single:$ 12; Double: $ 18;

Special Attractions: Close to the airport, Telephone in each room, Bar, Restaurant, Garage, Swimming-pool.

Orchard Hotel. 233 Edward Road. Tel.641-6641. Number of Rooms: 150.

Price:　　 Single: $ 15;　 Double: $ 20;

Special Attractions: Facing First Hotel, European restaurant, Coffee shop, Dry-cleaning, Shops, TV, Night-club.

Osaka Hotel. 1264 Venning Road. Tel. 643-8206. Number of Rooms: 180.

Price:　　 Single: $ 30;　 Double: $ 50.

Special Attractions: Air-Conditioned rooms, Japanese and Chinese restaurant, Shops, Swimming pool, Large garden.

1.The number of the room in Osaka Hotel is :

A. 50　　 B. 120　　 C. 150　　 D. 180

2.If a Japanese traveller likes to eat in French restaurant, _______ is the right

place for him to go to.

A. 233 Edward Road　　 B. 1264 Venning Road

C. 222 Edward Road　　 D. 129 North Road

3.Which hotel faces the Orchard Hotel?

A. The First Hotel　　 B. The Osaka Hotel

C. The Fairview Hotel　　 D. No Hotel

4.If you want to book a cheapest single room, which number will you call?

A. 414-6433　　 B. 591-5620

C. 641-6641　　 D. 643-8206

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In the USA, many high schools and some colleges and universities have a special celebration(庆典) once a year called Homecoming. Former students and teachers come back to the school to enjoy the memories of their time there and the many Homecoming activities. Homecoming might last for only one day or for several days, even one week.

High schools usually choose one boy and one girl from the senior class to be the “Homecoming King” and “Homecoming Queen”. The students usually choose a boy and a girl who have done a lot for the school.

Most schools have a Homecoming parade(游行). The school band will often lead the way, followed by many different cars and trucks. Most schools also have a football game for Homecoming—and, of course, tailgate parties. A tailgate party is a group of people drinking and eating around the back, or tailgate, of someone’s pick-up truck.

There are many other activities that might be a part of the Homecoming celebration. There might be a school-wide picnic one day; another day, there may be plays, concerts, competitions or games, all depending on a school’s traditions.

Homecoming celebrations nearly always end with a dance and/or a great dinner. The school is decorated beautifully, and a band is paid to come and play. Students dress up: guys in suits and girls in beautiful dresses.

1.Homecoming in the USA _____.

A. is held only in high schools

B. is held to celebrate the birth of schools

C. might be prepared for students only

D. might last from one day to one week

2.“King and Queen of Homecoming” are chosen according to _____.

A. their contributions (贡献) to the school

B. their healthy bodies

C. their excellent grades in study

D. their good-looking faces

3.All the activities might be found at the Homecoming except _____.

A. a parade 　 B. a football game

C. a picnic　　 D. an exam

4.Homecoming celebrations usually end with _____.

A. a play or concert　　 　 B. a dance or a dinner

C. a picnic or a dance　　 D. a competition or a game

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