Sunday, October 5
Clear, 69°F
My wife, Eleanor , and I took the train from Paris to Strasbourg, where we were met by our driver and guide. And the minibus which goes along with the boat. We stopped off in Barn for an hour on the way. Then we were taken to Nancy where the boat was kept.
After the other passengers arrived, we had our first dinner on the boat. After dinner we walked into downtown Nancy, a village with a large square and wooden houses.
Monday, October 6
Rained last night, cloudy in the morning, 69°F
We spent about two hours in Nancy, then sailed on the Canal de la Marne au Rhine. Kind of a lazy day. Eating breakfast, lunch, and dinner, after dinner we watched a tape on Baccarat. Where we will visit tomorrow. It was pleasant to sit out on deck (甲板)and watch the scenery go by at about 3 mph.
Tuesday, October 7
Light rain, 64°F
This morning we drove over to Baccarat and toured its museum and the church, which has this unbelievable lamp that is going on a world tour the next day. We did lost of shopping , then walked across the bridge to see a very , very modern Catholic church with special Baccarat windows.
We drove to the top of the Voges Mountains and started down the eastern side. Later we drove to Sorrenbourg to see the 13th century church at the Cordeliers. It contains the largest window by Mar.
Wednesday, Ocrober8
Cloudy, 65 °F
Today we sailed from Schneckenbush to Saverne. We went though two caves, an extremely unusual part of the journey. This river scenery is very different. We were in a mountain valley with grassland on one side and a forest beginning to show some color on the other.
Thursday, Ocrober 9
Cloudy, 66°F
Our dependable minibus was waiting to load the luggage and take us to the hotel where everyone went their separate ways. Our boating days are over until next time.
【小题1】Where did the author get off the train?

A.ParisB.StrasbourgC.NancyD.Barn
【小题2】On which days did the tourists spend most of their time on the boat?
A.Monday and TuesdayB.Tuesday and Wednesday
C.Sunday and WednesdayD.Monday and Wednesday
【小题3】What does the author think of the tour?
A.TiringB.ExpensiveC.EnjoyableD.Quick

The National Trust has many campsites(野营地) in scenic locations all over the UK. Make the most of the last days of summer by living outdoors and taking in these beautiful landscapes. Here are some of the most popular places to go.
Low Wray, Cumbria
Low Wray is a lovely campsite situated on the western shore Windermere in the Lake District. There are magnificent views across the water to Wansfell Pike and the Fairfield Horseshow and the site is an ideal base for water sports with on-site access for launching.
Phone 05139463862 or book online.
Houghton Mill, Cambridgeshire
This site is situated on the banks of the Great Ouse with spectacular views across the river to the Trust’s Houghton Mill, the last working mill on this river. Mill demonstrations are held every Sunday during the season and the site is situated near the picturesque village of Houghton. There are plenty of footpaths for walkers, horse riders and cyclists along the waterways.
Check availability or phone 01480466716.
Wasdale Head, Cumbria
Wasdale is a great base for climbers of all abilities. The site is nestled under the Scafell mountain range at the head of beautiful Wastwater, the deepest lake in England. Canoeing (划独木舟运动) is possible on Wastwater although limited to no more than 15 on the lake at a time.
Phone 01212765416 or book online.
Highertown Farm, Cornwall
A small, basic campsite situated in the quiet hamlet of Lansallos with fine views of the south-east Cornwall coast and not far from a secluded beach. Bookings may be necessary at peak time.
Email or phone 01208265211
Lundy, Bristol Channel
Lundy Island is an unspoilt(未遭破坏的) island, home to a fascinating array of wildlife amidst dramatic scenery. There are passages from Bideford and Ilfracombe according to the tides, 1 April-31Oct and a winter helicopter service 1 Nov-31 March.
Email or phone 01271863636 for more information.
【小题1】Mike is fond of swimming. Which of the following campsites would he choose?

A.Low Wray, Cumbria
B.Lundy, Bristol Channel
C.Highertown Farm, Cornwall
D.Houghton Mill, Cambridgeshire
【小题2】If you are interested in cycling, which number would you like to dial?
A.05139463862B.01208265211
C.01480466716D.01271863636
【小题3】If you are at Wasdale Head, _______.
A.you can swim in the lake
B.you can have fun in canoeing
C.it is dangerous to climb the Scafell
D.it is fun to go fishing along the bank
【小题4】If your family want to go to Highertown Farm during official holidays, you’d better______.
A.book in advanceB.send emails firstC.dial 01218265211D.bring your own tents

The National Trust has many campsites(野营地) in scenic locations all over the UK. Make the most of the last days of summer by living outdoors and taking in these beautiful landscapes. Here are some of the most popular places to go.

Low Wray, Cumbria

Low Wray is a lovely campsite situated on the western shore Windermere in the Lake District. There are magnificent views across the water to Wansfell Pike and the Fairfield Horseshow and the site is an ideal base for water sports with on-site access for launching.

Phone 05139463862 or book online.

Houghton Mill, Cambridgeshire

This site is situated on the banks of the Great Ouse with spectacular views across the river to the Trust’s Houghton Mill, the last working mill on this river. Mill demonstrations are held every Sunday during the season and the site is situated near the picturesque village of Houghton. There are plenty of footpaths for walkers, horse riders and cyclists along the waterways.

Check availability or phone 01480466716.

Wasdale Head, Cumbria

Wasdale is a great base for climbers of all abilities. The site is nestled under the Scafell mountain range at the head of beautiful Wastwater, the deepest lake in England. Canoeing (划独木舟运动) is possible on Wastwater although limited to no more than 15 on the lake at a time.

Phone 01212765416 or book online.

Highertown Farm, Cornwall

A small, basic campsite situated in the quiet hamlet of Lansallos with fine views of the south-east Cornwall coast and not far from a secluded beach. Bookings may be necessary at peak time.

Email or phone 01208265211

Lundy, Bristol Channel

Lundy Island is an unspoilt(未遭破坏的) island, home to a fascinating array of wildlife amidst dramatic scenery. There are passages from Bideford and Ilfracombe according to the tides, 1 April-31Oct and a winter helicopter service 1 Nov-31 March.

Email or phone 01271863636 for more information.

1.Mike is fond of swimming. Which of the following campsites would he choose?

A.Low Wray, Cumbria

B.Lundy, Bristol Channel

C.Highertown Farm, Cornwall

D.Houghton Mill, Cambridgeshire

2.If you are interested in cycling, which number would you like to dial?

A.05139463862

B.01208265211

C.01480466716

D.01271863636

3.If you are at Wasdale Head, _______.

A.you can swim in the lake

B.you can have fun in canoeing

C.it is dangerous to climb the Scafell

D.it is fun to go fishing along the bank

4. If your family want to go to Highertown Farm during official holidays, you’d better______.

A.book in advance

B.send emails first

C.dial 01218265211

D.bring your own tents

 

Sunday, October 5

Clear, 69°F

My wife, Eleanor , and I took the train from Paris to Strasbourg, where we were met by our driver and guide. And the minibus which goes along with the boat. We stopped off in Barn for an hour on the way. Then we were taken to Nancy where the boat was kept.

After the other passengers arrived, we had our first dinner on the boat. After dinner we walked into downtown Nancy, a village with a large square and wooden houses.

Monday, October 6

Rained last night, cloudy in the morning, 69°F

We spent about two hours in Nancy, then sailed on the Canal de la Marne au Rhine. Kind of a lazy day. Eating breakfast, lunch, and dinner, after dinner we watched a tape on Baccarat. Where we will visit tomorrow.

It was pleasant to sit out on deck (甲板)and watch the scenery go by at about 3 mph.

Tuesday, October 7

Light rain, 64°F

This mourning we drove over to Baccarat and toured its museum and the church , which has this unbelievable lamp that is going on a world tour the next day. We did lost of shopping , then walked across the bridge to see a very , very modern Catholic church with special Baccarat windows.

We drove to the top of the Voges Mountains and started down the eastern side Later we drove to Sorrenbourg to see the 13th century church at the Cordeliers. It contains the largest window by Mar.

Wednesday, Ocrober8

Cloudy.65 °F

Today we sailed from Schneckenbush to Saverne. We went though two caves, an extremely unusual part of the journey. This river scenery is very different. We were in a mountain valley with grassland on one side and a forest beginning to show some color on the other.

Thursday, Ocrober9

Cloudy, 66°F

Our dependable minibus was waiting to load the luggage and take us to the hotel where everyone went their separate ways. Our boating days are over until next time.

1.Where did the author get off the train?

A.Paris

B.Strasbourg

C.Nancy

D.Barn

2.On which days did the tourists spend most of their time on the boat?

A.Monday and Tuesday

B.Tuesday and Wednesday

C.Wednesday and Wednesday

D.Monday and Wednesday

3.From the text, we learn that Baccarat and Sorrenbourg are the names of_________.

A.towns

B.churches

C.museums

D.mountains

4.What does the author think of the tour?

A.Tiring

B.Expensive

C.Enjoyable

D.Quick

 

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