Stewart Island Ferry Services

While most visitors spend at least one night on Stewart Island, it is also readily accessible by ferry as a day excursion from Invercargill and Bluff.

Experience Foveaux Strait in comfort and style on board our express catamarans. During the one-hour crossing between Bluff and Stewart Island keep a lookout for wildlife, especially seabirds. Watching mollymawks (albatross) soaring behind the ferry is a fantastic sight.

Interesting landmarks commonly seen include Dog Island Lighthouse, Ruapuke Island, Titi Islands and Mt Anglem - Stewart Island’s highest point.

?         Free tea and coffee on board

?         Interpretation handouts are available (English only).

?         Wheelchair access available

?         Personal baggage is carried free on the ferries - max. two bags per person (one stowed and one small carry-on). Additional baggage is by prior arrangement.

?         Vehicle parking available at Bluff (extra cost - reservations recommended)

 FERRY TO STEWART ISLAND

Depart Bluff

All year 9:30am

Sep-May 5:00pm

Oct –Apr 11:00am

Jun –Aug 4:30pm

Late Dec –mid Jan8:00am             FERRY TO BLUFF

Depart Stewart Island

All year 8:00am

Sep –May 3:30pm

Oct –Mar 6:00pm

Apr 5:00pm

Jun-Aug 3:00pm

Late Dec –mid Jan 9:30am

Other departures as locally advertised

Duration 1hr

Check-in 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. (Check-in and boarding gates are closed 10 minutes prior to times stated above.)

 “20% Multi-Purchase REWARD” on Return Ferry Services

Buy 2 or more different excursions and SAVE 20% off all lower priced!

Kids Go FREE on selected departures during NZ School Holidays!

Kids Go FREE for travel 20 April - 5 May 2013.

1.If leaving a car at Bluff, a traveler had better _____.

A．refer to the handouts first

B．use wheelchair access

C．make a reservation

D．park it 30 minutes before departure time

2.John, who went to Stewart Island on Dec. 28^th, got to the ferry dock at 7:55am. When did he      most probably leave Bluff?

A．At 8:00a.m..       B．At 9:30a.m..        C．At 11:00a.m..       D．At 3:00p.m..

3.Which of the following is false about the ferry services?

A．Tea and coffee are free for passengers.

B．Children go free for travel for about 15 days.

C．Travelers are sure to see some seabirds during the crossing.

D．Passengers have to pay extra cost for extra pieces of luggage.

Welcome to the International Summer School

Students can have an enjoyable English language learning experiencce—together with organized sports, activities and excursion program. The International Summer School runs 4 different summer school centers for boys and girls aged from 7 to 20.

Two of these schools—Moira House and University Hall of Residence—are based in East Bourne on the south coast of Englanded—in the much favored Meads area of the town, within walking distance of the seafront and town centre. Gatwick Airport is about an hour’s drive away and Healthrow around 90 minutes.

Our 4th school—Bethany Centre—is located in the heart of Kent—an area known as “The Garden of England” close go woods of the High Wealed but only 20 minutes from the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells. Gatwick and Heathrow Airports are easily accessible, as are Euro star InternationalStations at Ashford and Ebbs fleet.

The aim of International Summer School is to create a lively and happy atmosphere that makes learning and international communication enjoyable. Young people can have fun, but also gain considerable skills in English.

A full day in London is always included, as well as other places of cultural interest. Students of all cultures are welcomed as our aim is to create a summer school which can truly be described as International.

When we return your child to you at the end of their stay, we hope they will feel enriched by their experience with us and will look forward to returning to meet friends made at International Summer School the following year, as so many do.

1.What is the writer’s purpose by writing this passage?

A. To introduce to readers the International Summer School

B. To attract more students to study in the International Summer School

C. To share his experiences of studying in the International Summer School

D. To show the great achievements made in the International Summer School

2.All of the following belong to the International Summer School EXCEPT________.

A. Moria House

B. University Hall of Resicence

C. Bethany Centre

D. Royal Tunbridge Wells

3.From this text we learn that ________.

A. Kent is a very beautiful university in England

B．Bethany Centre is very inconvenient in transportatton

C．Children will feel relaxed at the International Summer School

D．Only students from England will be admitted to the school

4.Who are the intended readers of the passage?

A．Parents with teenager children．

B．Children aged between 7 and 20．

C．School teachers．

D．Less healthy and disabled children．

信息匹配（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
请阅读以下度假胜地和游客的有关信息，然后匹配游客与适合他去的度假胜地： 
度假胜地
A. The Bay Club of Sandestin: The Bay Club is located on the beautiful grounds of the resort at Sandestin. It is noted for having spectacular shopping, exciting sunsets, historical sites, an almost continuous calendar of events, and for being the luckiest fishing coast.
B. Brant Point Courtyard: At Brant Point Courtyard, visitors will discover fine horseback riding and hiking trails, museums and historic sites all near this picturesque (美丽的) resort. Visit Brant Point Courtyard, and experience Nantucket at its best.
C. Sedona Springs Resort: Live the romance of the desert Southwest at Sedona Springs Resort. Step inside to relax in your villa’s private swimming pool, or step out on the town to tour canyons and cliffs (悬崖) by jeep horseback or helicopter.
D. Clock Tower: Imagine hitting any of Whistler’s more than 100 marked hiking trails or taking a round-trip train excursion (远足) between Whistler and Lillooet. End your day with a visit to the village’s stylish shops and restaurants. Then return to your own charming, cozy inn at Vacation International’s Clock Tower.
E. Errington’s Wilderness Island Resort: Our resort is situated on 2 secluded islands on Lake Wabatongushi, the second largest lake in the Chapleau Game Preserve (禁猎区) which covers over 7,000 square kilometers. The only hunting allowed, since 1925, is with a camera.
F. Wild Dunes Resort: At Wild Dunes Resort, having fun is taken seriously with superb golf, tennis and so on. It is famous for meetings and business events. At Wild Dunes Resort, Charleston, South Carolina’s island resort, luxury and finer things never stop.
游 客
Laurence Shepard: Laurence is an excellent bank manager. There will be a forum on the cooperation between banks. He wants to recommend one resort which is suitable for having a meeting and relaxation.
Mr. and Mrs. Anderson: This couple have decided to take a vacation to celebrate their first wedding anniversary. Fishing is Jack’s favorite sport while Alice is crazy about shopping. They’re troubled by where to go on vacation.
Marlene Joiner: Marlene is a college student aged 20. She likes hiking along the trails with her friends. In addition, she’s interested in fashionable gift shops.
Bob Armstrong: Bob is a professional photographer working for a magazine. Recently in the magazine there have been some discussions on whether animal hunting should be banned. Bob has been asked to take some photos about wild animals.
Monica Trudel: Monica is a professional woman aged 30. She wants to take a vacation to relieve stress. She likes swimming and enjoys sightseeing.
游客                              度假胜地
【小题1】 Laurence Shepard              A. The Bay Club of Sandestin
【小题2】 Mr. and Mrs. Anderson:            B. Brant Point Courtyard
【小题3】 Marlene Joiner                  C. Sedona Springs Resort
【小题4】Bob Armstrong                 D. Clock Tower
【小题5】Monica Trudel                  E. Errington’s Wilderness Island Resort
F. Wild Dunes Resort

阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。
首先请阅读下列英语读物的封面及基本信息:
A．National Geographic Complete Birds of the World

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B．Visions of Paradise
 
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Hardcover
304 pages; 250 photographs
C．National Geographic Adventure Magazine

Join the adventure with National Geographic Adventure Magazine. Please allow 4-6 weeks for the delivery of the first issue within the U.S. and Canada. For outside of the U.S. and Canada, please allow 8-12 weeks for the delivery of the first issue.
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D．Cesar's Way:

The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems
America's most sought-after expert reveals what dogs truly need to live a happy and fulfilled life.
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E. National Geographic Ultimate Field Guide Photography, 2nd Edition

Softcover
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F. New York: Destination Music CD

Innovative artists continue New York's cabaret tradition.
$19.95
It's Showtime!
下面是读者的简要内容。请把相关的内容与它们的书名匹配起来。
【小题1】. Hinny is filled with hope and inspiration to celebrate and protect the world's environments. Looking through the book, he knows that every beautiful sight that meets his eyes is a precious dreamland worth preserving a special place that feels like “Heaven on Earth”.
【小题2】 Jumpy is pleased that his newly-bought book is a fascinating colorful guide to all the birds on the planet, their identification, structures and plumages, habitats, behaviors, and ranges.
【小题3】 Pope is using a film camera for his part-time photographs by means of his guide photography. Now he is armed with the practical know how-to get great images.
【小题4】Jackson will get a wealth of ideas for making adventure a part of his life with the magazine! He likes every issue of this magazine packed with breathtaking photography and compelling features on topics such as diving, snorkeling, skydiving, hang gliding, kayaking, rafting, sailing, climbing, hiking, and more.
【小题5】Dingy is invited to join an excursion into the rich rhythms and textures of music from the far reaches of the world. He enjoys the diverse mix of memorable music from these special corners of the Earth as he browses through some of the fascinating cultural facts and maps of each region and then sets off for his destination!

下面的文章是一家旅行社的宣传单，其中有5处需要添加小标题。请从以下选项(A，B，C，D，E和F)中选出符合各段意思的小标题。选项中有一项是多余选项。

A. No Smoking Comfort

B. Special Features

C. Your Questions Answered

D. We’re Proud of Our Tradition

E. Time to Leave

F. Seat Reservation

SPRI.NG IS IN THE AIR!

Welcome to our Spring Daybreak programme which continues the tradition of offering daytrips and tours at unbeatable value for money.  All the excursions in this brochure will be operated by Premier Travel Services Limited or Millers Coaches：both companies are part of the CHL Group，which owns Cambridge’S Cambus fleet.

1.____________________

Premier was established in 1936；the Company now offers the highest standards of coach travel in today’s competitive operating environment. Millers has an enviable reputation stretching back over the past 20 years，offering value for money coach services at realistic prices.  We’ve travelled a long way since our early days of pre—war seaside trips. Now our fleet of 50 modem coaches f few are more than five years old)operate throughout Britain and Europe but we’re pleased to maintain the high standards of quality and service that were the trademark of our founders nearly sixty years ago.

2.____________________

All Daybreak fares(unless specifically stated otherwise)include admission charges to the attractions，shows and exhibits we visit. Many full day scenic tours are accompanied by a fully trained English Tourist Board‘ Blue Badge’ guide or local experienced driver／guide. Some Daybreaks include lunch or afternoon tea. Compare our admission inclusive fares and see how much you save. The cheapest is not necessarily the best and value for money is guaranteed with Daybreaks. If you compare our bargain Daybreak fares beware—most of our competitors do not offer an all inclusive fare.

3.____________________

We value the freedom of choice，so you can choose your seat when you book. The seat reservation is guaranteed and remains yours at all times when aboard the coach.

4.____________________

With the comfort of our passengers in mind，coaches on all our Daybreaks are no smoking throughout. In the interests of fellow passengers’ comfort, we kindly ask that smokers observe our ‘no smoking’ policy. On scenic tours and longer journeys，ample refreshment stops are provided when. of course，smoking is permitted.

5._____________________

Do I need to book?

Booking in advance is strongly recommended as all Daybreak tours are subject to demand. Subject to availability，stand—by tickets can be purchased from the driver.

What time does the coach leave?

The coach departs from Cambridge Drummer Street(Bay 12)at the time shown. There are many additional joining points indicated by departure codes in the brochure. If you are joining at one of our less popular joining points，you will be advised of your pick up time(normally by telephone) not less than 48 hours before departure. In this way，we can minimise the length of pick-up routes and reduce journey times for the majority of passengers.

What time do we get back?

An approximate return time is shown for each excursion. The times shown serve as a guide，but road conditions can sometimes cause delay. If your arrival will be later than advertised. your driver will try to allow for a telephone call during the return journey.