Do you want to go out of town for a bit of rest and relaxation? Before you start packing, visit these best travel sites for vacationers. In my opinion, they help people deal with common problems that pop up during a trip.
Oyster.com
Based on the advertised photos, the hotel you are considering appears to be clean and modern. Take a second look through the eyes of Oyster.com. Their representatives inspect resort areas and post the real images uncovering marketing lies. You see ACTUAL pictures of the rooms, attractions and beautiful beaches.
Skyscanner.net
Are you planning to travel on a budget? Discover the best deals for flights, hotels and car rentals at Skyscanner.net. They offer reasonable and comprehensive travel comparison. The best part is that their services are free. You don’t have to sign up, provide personal information or go through a social network.
Virtualtourist.com
Chat with someone other than a travel agent about a location. At Virtualtourist.com, fellow travelers and locals talk about their experiences in specific areas. This site is set up like a forum(论坛), so you can ask questions and get answers in the comfort of your own home. Find out where to eat, play and get pleasure in a place without getting food poison or robbed by criminals.
Travel.state.gov
Unfortunately, Americans get into trouble abroad sometimes. Prepare for possible emergencies by visiting Travel.state.gov. There, the Bureau of Consular Affairs offers advice on how to handle the bad things that happen to good people in other countries. You learn what to do in the case of child abduction(绑架), a lost passport and illness. In addition, these officials post travel warnings regarding dangerous regions and why foreigners should avoid them.
Are you ready to do your homework? Prepare for your departure by checking out these best travel sites for vacationers. Learn what you need to know now before walking out of the door.
【小题1】What is the characteristic of Oyster.com?
A.It offers you a lot of travel information. |
B.It tells tourists where the cheap hotels are. |
C.The photos on the site are really reliable. |
D.The representatives of Oyster.com are enthusiastic. |
A.You can accept their services for free. |
B.You can book the most modern hotels. |
C.You can make many friends through the social network. |
D.You can find the cheapest tour description and direction. |
A.Virtualtourist.com gives you a chance to chat with a travel agent |
B.you’ll get answers to your travel questions at Virtualtourist.com |
C.the Bureau of Consular Affairs is in charge of Travel.state.gov |
D.if you lose your passport you’ll get help from Virtualtourist.com |
【小题1】C
【小题2】A
【小题3】B
解析试题分析:你想外出休息或放松一下吗?在收拾行李之前,浏览一下这些优质的旅游网站吧。它们能够帮助你解决旅行中突然出现的问题。
【小题1】根据“Their representatives inspect resort areas and post the real images uncovering marketing lies. You see ACTUAL pictures of the rooms, attractions and beautiful beaches.”可知,Oyster.com这个网站提供的照片都是酒店房间、旅游景点、沙滩等的真实照片,是可以信赖的,故选C。
【小题2】根据“The best part is that their services are free.”可知,Skyscanner.net网站提供免费服务,并且不需要注册和提供个人信息,故选A。
【小题3】根据“This site is set up like a forum(论坛), so you can ask questions and get answers in the comfort of your own home.”可知,在Virtualtourist.com这个网站上可以提问问题并及时得到解答。故选B。
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
If you need to relax and want to head overseas, you can think of these four off-peak travel destinations to visit.
Portugal
With rich culture and history, Portugal continues to be one of the most affordable European destinations. Head to this beautiful capital city of Lisbon to attend the festivals and fairs, visit some 12th-century buildings, and stay at one of the newer hotels in the main city district. The Hotel Teatro is a four-star restaurant, and average nightly rates are under $ 150 a night.
Hotel Teatro
Porto, Portugal
+351 220 409 620
Aruba
Set your sights on Aruba for an unforgettable Caribbean holiday. You can get special offers from one of the larger beach resorts here. Some of the chain hotels, including Marriott and Radisson, offer discounts on spa relaxations. The Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa is offering a Super Saver Spring Rate at just $309 per night.
Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa
Palm Beach, Aruba
800-967-9033
Oaxaca
Escape to southern Mexico to explore the historic colonial city and learn about the region’s traditions, culture, and colorful history. Oaxaca plays host to several cultural festivals and is a great place to just relax. A seven-night stay at the Camino Real Oaxaca is just $207 per night for a deluxe single or double room.
Camino Real Oaxaca
Centro, 68000
01 951 501 6100
Turkey
Another place to have some local culture is Istanbul, Turkey. Stay at a destination that will put you within easy reach of famous sites like the Topkapi Palace. The Modern Sultan Hotel is a deluxe hotel located in the heart of the historic district. Average nightly rates for the bed and breakfast package are just under $ 120 per night.
Modern Sultan Hotel
Istanbul, Turkey
+90 212 520 00 53
【小题1】What can we learn about Portugal?
A.Lisbon is a small town in Portugal. |
B.A trip to Portugal is relatively cheap. |
C.The Hotel Teatro is in the suburbs of Lisbon. |
D.Most houses in Portugal date back to the 12th century. |
A.Lisbon | B.Oaxaca | C.Istanbul | D.Aruba |
A.207 dollars. | B.735 dollars. | C.1, 449 dollars. | D.2, 163 dollars. |
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Here are some advertisements taken from a newspaper.
(1)
Dear Drew Carter,
Your first year on this earth has been a pleasure ride for all of us. We love you!
Dad and Mom
and many friends
(2)
Lawlis---Clarke
The Doctor Virgil and Marjorie Lawlis are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Diane Susan to Mr. Robert Brent Clarks, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Clarks of Herford, Texas.
A spring wedding is planned in House.
(3)
Isbell---Foss
Mr. and Mrs. Davis K. Isbell announce the marriage of their daughter Dang to Mr. Stanley Foss, son of Mrs. John Sipe of Ada, Minnessota.
The wedding will be early April at Abiding Love Lutheran Church.
(4)
Story-Kurio
Miss Stephanie Story and Mr. Todd Warren Kurio were married on February 5, at half past seven o'clock in the evening in Highland Park Prebytefian Church in Dallas, Texas. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Brue Story Jr. of Dallas. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Stanley Kurio of Austin.
【小题1】What would be the best title for the first advertisement?
A.We Love You | B.Happy lst Birthday |
C.One Year Old | D.Our One-Year-Old Son |
A.in a church | B.where Clarke’s parents live |
C.against their parents' will | D.to Lawlis’ parents' joy |
A.Lawlis and Clarke | B.Dang Isbell and Foss |
C.Story and Kurio | D.The text doesn't say. |
A.Not only Lawlis and Clarke but also Isbell and Foss |
B.Neither Lawlis and Clarke nor Isbell and Foss |
C.Either Isbell and Foss or Story and Kurio |
D.Neither Lawlis and Clarke nor Story and Kurio |
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Fruit powered digital clock
Fruit’s not only good to eat, but it can also power this Fruit digital Clock. This clock uses the scientific principles on which modern electrical storage batteries are based. The acid from the fruit helps transmit an electrical flow between two metal poles. The clock is priced at US $ 15. Connecting any fresh fruit or vegetable to the clock will make it work. The fruit is a clean, renewable source of electrical power.
USB vacuum
Do you know the dirtiest parts of your desk are probably your keyboard and mouse? Get a USB Mini Vacuum with retractable(可伸缩的) cable and suck away all that junk. The US- made product is priced at US $14.
SIM card reader
Making useful USB 2.0 multi-card readers even handier, this card can also read and write data to phone SIM cards. It comes with SIM editing software. Download your phonebook to your computer. If you lose your cell phone, you can store missing phone numbers in your new one. The US-made IMOMO SIM card + Multi Card Reader is priced at US $ 19 (152yuan).
Beer in your ear
The beer barrel(桶)-shaped Naf Naf Hyp MP3 is a musical box that’s capable of playing radio, CDs and cassettes. It’s got all the standard features of the typical clock-radio, but with the relaxing look of a big beer barrel. The Danish product is priced at about US $ 130 (1,040yuan)
【小题1】If you have 115 yuan, which product can you buy according to the passage?
A.Fruit powered digital clock | B.USB vacuum |
C.SIM card reader | D.Naf Naf Hyp MP3 |
A.Fruit and vegetables cannot be used as batteries to make a clock work. |
B.USB vacuum can be used to clean your house and yard. |
C.With SIM card reader you won’t lose phone numbers. |
D.Naf Naf Hyp MP3 can play radio, DVD and cassettes. |
A.dirt | B.desk | C.keyboard | D.mouse |
A.entertainment information |
B.science reports on new high – technology |
C.introduction of some kinds of musical boxes |
D.advertisement for new products |
A.edit all the data in your computer |
B.remove data in phone SIM cards specially |
C.help restore your phone book in a new cell phone |
D.transfer any file between a computer and a cell phone |
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L1PITOR
ABOUT LIPITOR Lipitor is a prescription medicine.Along with diet and exercise,it lowers “bad” cholesterol(胆固醇)in your blood.It can also raise “good'’ cholesterol. Lipitor can lower the risk of heart attack in patients with several common risk factors, including family history of early heart disease,high blood pressure,age and smoking. |
WHO IS LIPITOR FOR? Who can take LIPITOR: .People who cannot lower their cholesterol enough with diet and exercise · Adults and children over l0 Who should NOT take LIPITOR: .Women who are pregnant,may be pregnant,or may become pregnant. Lipitor may harm your unborn baby. .women who are breast-feeding.Lipitor can pass into your breast milk and may harm your baby. · People with liver(肝脏)problems |
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF LIPITOR Serious side effects in a small number of people: .Muscle(肌肉)problems that can lead to kidney(肾脏)problems,including kidney failure .Liver problems.Your doctor may do blood tests to check your liver before you start Lipitor and while you are taking it. Call your doctor right away if you have: .Unexplained muscle pain or weakness,especially if you have a fever or feel very fired .Swelling of the face,lips,tongue,and/or throat that may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing · Stomach pain Some common side effects of LIPITOR are: · Muscle pain · Upset stomach · Changes in some blood tests |
HOW TO TAKE LIPITOR DO: .Take Lipitor as prescribed by your doctor. .Try to eat heart-healthy foods while you take Lipitor. .Take Lipitor at any time of day, with or without food. .If you miss a dose(一剂),take it as soon as you remember.[But if it has been more than 12 hours since your missed dose,wait.Take the next dose at your regular time. Don’t: .Do not change or stop your dose before talking to your doctor. .Do not start new medicines before talking to your doctor. |
A.To help quit smoking. |
B.To control blood pressure. |
C.To improve unhealthy diet. |
D.To lower "bad" cholesterol. |
A.breast-feeding women |
B.women who are pregnant |
C.adults having heart disease |
D.teenagers with liver problems. |
A.change the amount of your next dose | B.eat more when taking your next dose |
C.have a dose as soon as you remember | D.take the next dose at your regular time |
A.Face swelling. | B.Upset stomach. |
C.Kidney failure. | D.Muscle weakness. |
A.To teach patients ways for quick recovery. |
B.To present a report on a scientific research. |
C.To show the importance of a good lifestyle. |
D.To give information about a kind of medicine. |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
Museums in Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia is a great place for visitors seeking a little culture. There are Atlanta museums of all kinds, to interest adults and children. The history of the area is a fascinating one and it is documented in many of the museums. There are also collections of art and science based institutions and displays from the natural world.
The city is famous for many reasons, one of them being the World of Coca-Cola Museum. It's a worldwide product with a long history and the collection contains memorabilia(大事记) and handmade objects. Some of the documents go back to 1905. Visitors can see how a bottling plant operates and there are films about the history of the company. This Atlanta museum has a Pop Culture Gallery that shows paintings with the Coca-Cola image. At the end of the tour, visitors can buy a souvenir at the gift store.
The Atlanta History Center,established in 1926, is most well-known for its civil war collection. There is also the exhibition of folk arts and the displays on the history of golf in the US.
The state is also proud of its famous daughter, novelist Margaret Mitchell. The Margaret Mitchell House and Museum was founded in the house that the author shared with her husband from 1925 until 1932. It was here that she wrote her great book, Gone with the Wind. Much of this Atlanta museum is focused on the 1939 Hollywood film of the book.
Families and school outings are fortunate in having the Fernbank Science Center. It serves the local educational community and the public also enjoys the displays. There are a wide variety of exhibitions, including a collection of dinosaur skeletons, an electron microscope and a Apollo spacecraft. The museum also has an impressive botanical collection.
The Georgia Aquarium(水族馆) is the largest one in the world and almost all the tourists place it high on their travel plan when visiting the city. There are numerous species to see and learn about. The highlights include whale sharks, electric fish, Japanese spider crabs, Californian sea lions and African black-footed penguins.
Atlanta museums have something for everyone and will never disappoint you.
【小题1】 The underlined word plant in Paragraph 2 refers to _______.
A.factory | B.movie | C.soft drink | D.handmade object |
A.The Georgia Aquarium |
B.Fernbank Science Center |
C.The Atlanta History Center |
D.The Margaret Mitchell House and Museum |
A.exhibition of folk arts |
B.pictures of sea animals |
C.collections of the civil war |
D.paintings with the Coca-Cola image |
A.Coca-Cola is popular with young visitors |
B.most tourists want to visit the Georgia Aquarium |
C.Science Center was set up by the local community |
D.Atlanta museums mainly focus on art and literatur |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
Dickens & London Exhibition
Date: 9 December, 2011---10 June, 2012
Location: Museum of London
Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Dickens in the first major UK exhibition for his Over 40 years.
By recreating the atmosphere of Victorian London through sound and projections. You’ll be taken on an unforgettable journe y to discover the city that inspired his writings.
Paintings, photograghs, costumes and objects will illustrate different themes that Dickens wrote into his works, while rarely seen manuscripts(手稿) including Bleak House and David Copperfield ---written
in the author’s own hand ---will offer clues to his creative genius.
During your visit you’ll discover how Dickens’ childhood experiences of London were introduced into the stories he wrote. The great social questions of the19th century will also be examined, all of which set the scene for Dickens’ greatest works.
Highlights of the exhibition will inc1ude an exciting audio-visual experience bringing to life the desk and chair where Dickens worked on his nove1s, and a special film shot by one of the UK’s leading documentary filmmakers.
Packages include afternoon entry (1:00 pm ---4:00 pm) to the exhibition plus overnight accommodation at a nearby hotel. If you wish to visit the exhibition the day after your hotel stay, p1ease call our reservation department. Call: 08712212717.
Book a trip online with us, with tickets to Dickens & London Exhibition ---afternoon entry and hotel accommodation included in the price. All taxes included. No credit card fees. No booking fees. No discount.
Price Information: a package costs an adult £180 and a child £90 ( 4---15 ) ; an afternoon entry costs an adult £28 and a child £14 ( 4---15 ).
【小题1】During the visit, visitors can ___________________
A.read three Dickens’manuscripts, |
B.experience a vivid picture of Victorian London |
C.find the great social problems in London at present |
D.sit at the desk where Dickens worked hard on his novels |
A.He used to be a filmmaker . |
B.He lived a hard life in his childhood. |
C.He wrote different themes into his works. |
D.He wrote social violence into his books. |
A.we can book it free of charge |
B.we will pay none of the taxes |
C.we will pay none of credit card fees |
D.we will be given a discount |
A.£360 | B.£540 | C.£630 | D.£720 |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
【小题1】Which of the four books above was published the latest?
A.The Help. | B.The Hunger Games. |
C.Publication Manual. | D.Diary o f a Wimpy Kid. |
A.Berkley Trade |
B.Amer Psychological Assn |
C.Scholastic Press |
D.Amulet Books |
A.$9. | B.$14 | C.$16 | D.$28 |
A.The Hunger Games and Publication Manual. |
B.The Hunger Games and Diary of a Wimpy Kid . |
C.The Help and Publication Manual. |
D.The Help and Diary of a Wimpy Kid. |
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科目:高中英语 来源: 题型:阅读理解
Book 1: Iggy peck, Architect
——By Andrea Beaty
32 pages, US $ 15.95
This book is the classic oddball (古怪的人) story about a kid whose head teacher does not recognize his great talent ( he makes buildings out of anything at hand, including table cloths, fruit and chalk) until it saves her life.
Book 2: The Chicken—Chasing Queen of Lamar County
——By Janice N. Harrington
40 pages, US $ 16.00
Our character here loves to run after chickens, particularly Miss Hen, who’s very fat. But, as all farming folk know, this is not a good way to produce happy, productive chickens. What will make her change her ways? The author is a professional storyteller and this book is full of fun, and has great illustrations (插图) .
Book 3: Diary of a Fly
——By Doreen Cronin
40 pages, US $ 15.99
This is the diary of a fly. A fly who, when she’s not landing on your head or swimming in your soup, is trying to escape her 327 brothers and sisters who are driving her crazy. Even though she’s little—just like her best friends, Worm and Spider—she wants to be a superhero. This is the story of a little fly who’s not afraid to dream really big.
Book 4:Cherry and Olive
——By Benjamin Lacombe
32 pages, US $ 16.95
Children’s books can quickly take little readers into new worlds, such as the big city, 1930s Georgia, or outer space. This book takes us on a little trip to some European capitals. Cherry is fat and likes books, and she has few friends until she meets a stray Shar—Pei puppy (迷途的沙皮犬) . She names it Olive. Through it she finds confidence and friendship. But what will happen when its owner returns?
【小题1】In book 2, the character__________.
A.can make buildings out of anything |
B.is a kid who likes to play tricks on teachers |
C.keeps lots of chickens |
D.likes to run after chickens |
A.Lazy and proud. | B.Stupid and funny. |
C.Brave and courageous. | D.Loyal and honest. |
A.Strange students are mentioned in Book 1 and Book 3. |
B.Book 4 introduces lots of farm animals. |
C.A fly is a superhero on outer space in Book 2. |
D.Book 1 is the cheapest of the four books. |
A.Benjamin Lacombe |
B.Janice N. Harrington |
C.Andrea Beaty |
D.Doreen Cronin |
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