【题目】With beautiful canals, top art museums, and cycling culture I Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. As the capital and most populous city in the Netherlands, it’s often referred to as the “Venice of the North” because of its wide system of bridges and canals. Here are some key points for you to keep in mind while planning a trip there.

Must-See Attractions

Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops. The top museums to visit are the Rijks museum, the Ann Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum. As a World Heritage Site, the Canal Ring was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and an area for celebrity spotting and nightlife today.

Transportation

Travelers should be aware that Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is one of the busiest airports in the world. This airport is located about 15 kilometers southwest of the city center. You can catch a train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station, which has many connecting routes. It’s not a good idea to drive a car to the city center. Cycling is popular here, and it’s easy to rent a cheap bike around the town. Amsterdam has a flat terrain (地形) and it’s a good choice to explore the city on foot.

Money-saving Tips

Look for accommodations in Amsterdam’s South District where rates are generally cheaper than in the city center.

Buy train tickets at the machine instead of the counter to save a bit of money.

Instead of hiring a tour guide, jump onto a canal boat. They’re inexpensive and will give you a unique point of view of the city.

1Why was the Canal Ring originally built in Amsterdam?

A. To build more museums.

B. To encourage rich people to live there.

C. To become a World Heritage Site.

D. To help people enjoy colorful nightlife.

2What does the author advise for tourists to visit city center in Amsterdam?

A. Hiring a local tour guide.

B. Traveling to the city center by taxi.

C. Visiting the city by bike or on foot.

D. Avoiding the use of trains.

3How can a tourist save money according to the author’s advice?

A. By hiring a professional guide.

B. By booking a hotel in the city center.

C. By buying all the tickets from the counter.

D. By visiting the city on a canal boat.

【题目】Niagara Falls

The Niagara Falls consist of three sections.The large Canadian falls—with their distinctive curved shape—are also known as the Horseshoe Falls.They are separated by Goat Island from the American Falls,which are separated from the narrow Bridal Veil Falls by a small island at their south end.Each side of the falls offers a different perspective,and it is always best to visit both sides to maximize your experience.

Views of Niagara Falls are free and accessible.Access to the riverside walks and parks offer great views.You can walk across to Goat Island on the bridge on foot.

Cave of the Winds,+1 7162781730.Daily 9 AM-7:30 PM from Spring 2016.A lift takes you 175 feet down to a walkway that leads you right to the bottom of the Bridal Veil Falls.You will definitely get a feel for the true power of the falls! This is the closest you can get to the falls on either side without actually leaping into them! Raincoats and slippers are provided,and you will definitely need them.Adults: 12;6-12 years old: 8;younger children:Free,but must be 42 inches or taller.

Maid of the Mist.A boat ride,taking you down around the bottom of the falls.Some information is given about the falls,but the real experience is looking up at the falls from below and feeling the mist coming off the falls(hence the name).Wear a raincoat to avoid getting wet.Boats leave from both the American and Canadian sides,so you may want to check the exchange rates to see which will be more costeffective when you visit! April-October.

The Niagara Gorge Discovery Center.Although it’s easy to enjoy the falls visually,the Discovery Center provides another way to appreciate the magnificence of the falls.Exhibits show the history of the entire area,including the falls,how they were originally formed,and how they’ve changed over time.

Aquarium of Niagara,701 Whirlpool St,tollfree:+1 8005004609.9AM-5PM.The aquarium at Niagara Falls: 10.

Niagara Scenic Trolley.Use this to get around the park more quickly if needed. 2 adults/ 1 children for the entire day.Hop on and off.

You can combine all these attractions with a Niagara USA Discovery pass for 35,which you can purchase at the attractions.

Must stay a night and see the night view of the Niagara Falls.It is equally beautiful.

During the winter season,a lot of repair work of the falls,tours,and surroundings takes place.Many areas,such as Terrapin Point and Luna Island,are closed due to slippery conditions.Winter brings a different kind of beauty to the falls and a visit during that time is certainly worthwhile,but if you want to experience the full range,plan to come in the warmer months.

1How much do the Browns(Mr.Brown,Mrs.Brown,an 8yearold,a 4yearold) need to pay to visit Cave of the Winds?

A. 12. B. 24.

C. 32. D. 35.

2What can we learn from the text?

A. Tourists in Niagara Falls can enjoy the full range of scenery in winter.

B. Tourists in Niagara Gorge Discovery Center can have a feel of history.

C. Tourists are provided with boat rides from both the American and Canadian sides all year round.

D. The Niagara Falls have three sections:the large Canadian falls,the Horseshoe Falls and the American Falls.

【题目】阅读短文,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。
Stephen Hawking is perhaps the world's most famous living physicist. To the public, he's best known as an author of bestsellers such as The Universe in a Nutshell and A Brief History of Time, which have brought an appreciation of theoretical (理论上的) physics to millions. He is regarded as having one of the brightest minds on the planet. But outstanding astrophysicist (天体物理学家) Stephen Hawking has admitted that he did not learn to read until he was eight years old.
In a public lecture at the Royal Albert Hall, Professor Hawking also admitted that he was not active in studying while at Oxford University, where he studied physics, and that only the news that he might die young from motor neurone (运动神经元) disease made him focus on his work.
Professor Hawking said, “My sister Philippa could read by the age of 4 but then she was brighter than me.” He said that he was common at school and was never further than halfway up his class. “My classwork was very untidy, and my handwriting was very bad in the teachers' eyes,” he said. “But my classmates gave me the name Einstein, so probably they saw signs of something better.”
But he said that it was when doctors told him that he probably only had a few years to live at the age of 21 that he began to focus on his work, which resulted in some of his early achievements. He said, “When you are faced with the possibility of an early death, it makes you realize that life is worth living and there are lots of things you want to do.” Hawking serves as Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge, where he continues to contribute to both high-level physics and the popular understanding of our universe.
(1)When Stephen Hawking studied in Oxford University, he was ________ .
A.clever
B.lazy
C.bright
D.mean
(2)What made Stephen Hawking devote himself to his work?
A.Patience.
B.Knowledge.
C.Disease.
D.Laziness.
(3)From whom did Hawking get a fair judgment when he was at school?
A.His sister.
B.His classmates.
C.His teachers.
D.His parents.
(4)What can we learn from the last paragraph?
A.Hawking didn't realize his dreams in physics.
B.Hawking succeeded in overcoming the fear of an early death.
C.The purpose of the doctor was to encourage him to work hard.
D.The doctor warned Hawking that his life might be taken away by hard work.

【题目】阅读理解。

阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项 (A 、B 、C D )中,选出最佳选项。

My friend Jennie Crossen gave her bone marrow (骨髓) to a 51-year-old woman with leukemia, a woman she has never met.

At the end of March, the Red Cross called back. Six different blood elements were tested; Jennie matched five completely and was about a 3/4 match of the sixth. So she was the best match.

In April, Jennie went for a complete physical exam by one of the doctors who would perform the surgery. The doctor had to make sure that it would be no threat to her. The doctor told her that the surgery would entail having two quarts of bone marrow extracted from her hip bones. Jennie would probably be released the same day the surgery took place and should expect to be sore for a couple of months.

"I didn't think it was that big a deal until I realized I was a match," Jennie said, "There wasn't a question in my head. It didn't seem like something that was going above and beyond."

Jennie was left with two very small scars on her lower back from the surgery and was given medication to help dull the pain. She still felt a great deal of pressure on her lower back. "Being only 21, I feel like I am not old enough to significantly impact someone's life," Jennie said, "It seems strange to me that I could possibly save this woman's life which was being cut short by cancer."

Three weeks after the surgery, Jennie received a call from the Red Cross representative who told her the transplant was successful. "I feel good, and I think it will actually work for her," she said, "So many people say they'd only donate if it was for a family member or close friend. This woman is someone's family and someone's friend. Obviously, no one she knows is a match, and the fact that you'd be able to help a perfect stranger is great."

【1】 Jennie Crossen gave her bone marrow to .

A. a close friend B. a stranger

C. a classmate D. a relative

【2】Before Jennie Crossen knew she was the best match, her feeling could described as ”.

A. frightened B. nervous C. calm D. excited

【3】The underlined word "impact" in Paragraph 5 probably means .

A. take pleasure in the beauty

B. devote all one's life to something

C. end the dangerous practice of something

D. have an important effect on something

【1】What would be the best title of this passage?

A. A Great Woman B. To Save a Stranger

C. My Good Friend D. Jennie's Life Blood

【题目】阅读理解。
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中选出最佳选项。

Students from Florida International University in Miami walked on water Thursday for a class assignment. To do it, they wore aquatic (水上的) shoes they designed and created.
Alex Quinones was the first to make it to the other side of a 175-foot lake on campus in record time—just over a minute. Quinones, who wore big boat-like shoes, also won last year and will receive $500.
Students had to wear the aquatic shoes and make it across the lake in order to earn an “A” on the assignment for a special course. “It's traditional in a school of architecture to do boats out of cardboard (硬纸板) for a boat race. I thought our students were a little bit more special than that,” Canaves said. “We decided to do the walk on water event to take it to the next level.”
A total of 79 students competed in the race this year in 41 teams. Only 10 teams failed to cross the lake. Others who fell got back up and made it to the end. The race is open to all students and anyone in the neighborhood. The youngest person to ever took part was a 9-year-old girl who competed in place of her mother, while the oldest was a 67-year-old woman. A large crowd on campus joined Canaves as he cheered on the racers. He shouted encouraging words, but also laughed as some unsteadily made their way to the end.
“A part of this is for them to have more understanding of designing and make it work better,” he said. It is also a lesson in life for the students.
“Anything, including walking on water, is possible, if you do the research, test it and go through the design process seriously.
(1)What can we learn about Alex Quinones?
A.He finished the race in less than a minute.
B.He won the race with the help of 2 boats.
C.He failed the race last year.
D.He set a new record this year.
(2)For what purpose did the students join in the race?
A.To go across the lake to school.
B.To test their balance on the water.
C.To earn a good grade for a course.
D.To win the prize money of $500.
(3)What can we learn according to the fourth paragraph?
A.More than 20 teams failed to cross the lake.
B.The students who fell into the water had to quit.
C.The students kept silent when the other racers competed.
D.The youngest competitor competed instead of her mother.
(4)According to Canaves, this race can help the students ________.
A.understand designing better
B.achieve almost everything
C.work together and unite as one
D.walk on the surface of water

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