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On a cloudless summer day, 13-year-old Charlie Finlayson was ready for a long hike with his father, David.
Around noon, David was inching his way across a cliff 800 feet above the valley, searching for a line of cracks that would lead them to the top. Charlie stood on a rock a dozen yards to the right as he fed rope to his dad. Reaching up, David missed his step. In the next moment, he heard a sharp crack from above as something larger broke loose.
When Charlie saw his father sailing through the air alongside the huge rocks that had struck him, he pulled the rope fiercely.
“Tell me it’s OK,” Charlie begged, struggling to control his fear.
“I think I broke my leg,” David told him. “And we must get off this mountain.” He proposed a plan: Charlie would lower David half a rope length at a time, then lower himself to the same level, and at a new place, begin again.
As hours passed, they came to the base of the cliff, and David was shaking with cold and exhaustion.
Worried that David would die if he fell asleep, Charlie kept the conversation going; they talked about past travels. Eventually Charlie allowed himself to catnap, checking on his father each time he awoke. When the sun rose on their camp, Charlie was relieved to see that his father was awake.
Just after dawn, Charlie headed off on the trail toward the volunteers’ cabin 12 miles away, bringing back a helicopter that would carry his father to safety.
“Charlie’s as strong as anyone I know,” says his father, “I’m so proud of him.”
【小题1】What happened to David when he climbed up?
A.He missed his step and broke his leg.
B.He lost his way across the cliff.
C.He caught sight of a sharp crack from above.
D.He stood on a rock a dozen yards from the cliff.
【小题2】How did Charlie feel at his father’s sailing through the air?
A.Puzzled.
B.Fearful.
C.Relieved.
D.Proud.
【小题3】What does the underlined word “catnap” in Paragraph 7 mean?
A.become less calm
B.continue talking
C.comfort himself
D.take a short sleep
【小题4】What might be the best title for the passage?
A.A Father and His Brave Son
B.An Accident Happened in a Valley
C.A Story on a Cloudless Summer Day
D.A Boy Saved His Father’s Life from Cliff
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   Spending money on a vacation may seem like a luxury(奢侈品)—but sometimes, you have to relax yourself. Here's where to go for a good time at an unbelievable value.

Captiva Island, Florida

Keep it simple by looking for seashells, bicycling, or jet skiing; you can even hit the tennis courts. The Summer Getaway package offers a fourth night free and a rate of $ 209 a night, making the average of a four-night stay $156.75.  Kids 12 and under eat breakfast free.

Reykjavik, Iceland

STA Travel Beats specializes in taking travelers to music festivals around the globe. It has an eight-day tour, Icelandic Beats, which takes you to the Icelandic geothermal spas(地热温泉), UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and black sand beaches. End your vacation at the Secret Solstice Festival on June 18. The tour is $1, 218, not including airfares.

Malpais, Costa Rica

You get daily surfing instruction, sunset surf sessions, and yoga in the outdoor, oceanfront yoga studio in a week-long tour. As you get your mind, body, and spirit together, keep it going with healthy meals at the beachfront restaurant. Prices are $2, 895 for shared accommodations(住宿), $3,095 for private accommodations with shared baths, and $3,595 for private accommodations.

Waterville Valley, New Hampshire

Waterville Valley Resort is surrounded by 100 miles of trails in the White Mountain National Forest. If you get a Freedom Pass, you can save about $100 a day during a six-day tour; the pass enables you daily to have a two-hour mountain bike rental, unlimited tennis, a round of golf and so on. Rates start at $139 a night.

【小题1】How much is a four-night stay in Captiva Island, Florida?
A.$418.B.$470.25.
C.$627.D.$836.
【小题2】Which of the following offers the longest tour?
A.Reykjavk, Iceland.
B.Malpais, Costa Rica.
C.Captiva Island, Florida.
D.Waterville Valley, New Hampshire.
【小题3】What is the main purpose of the passage?
A.To advertise four coming events.
B.To encourage people to travel abroad.
C.To introduce famous travelling routes.
D.To suggest places for wonderful vacation.

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   Some of my fondest memories with my family are from when I was in middle school, when the three of us enjoyed trips that I remember vividly to this day. But during my younger days, like 4 or 5 years old, we vacationed in places like Cancun, Jamaica and Hawaii and I can't tell whether I actually recall those memories or whether I'm filling in the gaps through photo albums.

A frequent discussion I have with my coworkers and friends,' who are also in their 20s, is how we wish our parents had taken us on more vacations when we were much older. What I suggest is to hold off on those grand vacations until your kid is about 12, when they can begin to understand what a privilege is, and you can save the international travel until they're in high school. Of course, I do understand that sometimes, it's not the kids but the parents who just want to enjoy a vacation. But in other cases, when the main goal is to create family memories, you can still accomplish that in other ways.

It wasn't until college that I realized how important travel is, and I can't tell you how many times I've thought about wanting to redo those family trips now. Especially during a time in my life when an international trip is outside of my budget, I think about how much money my parents spent on our vacations that ended up being a complete blur.

I'm not telling you to deprive (剥夺) your children of fun family memories, either. I'm simply arguing that you should travel locally or within your state. Although your little ones might not care about the destination, they will remember that you are all together and have a great time. That's the  most important thing, anyway.

【小题1】When recalling the previous trip to Hawaii,the author may feel _____________ .
A.disappointedB.excited
C.touchedD.frightened
【小题2】What time does the author think is the right time for children to travel abroad?
A.When they start to go to school.
B.When they 'are4 or 5 years old.
C.When they study in high school.
D.When they are eager to have a trip.
【小题3】What does the underlined word “blur” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
A.Jokes that are made between families.
B.Efforts that are made to achieve a goal.
C.Memories that can't be remembered clearly.
D.Expectations that may be reached in future.
【小题4】What may be the best title for the text?
A.Create Chances of Vacations with Children
B.My Memories of Previous Vacations
C.Older Children Hope to Travel with Their Parents
D.Take Children on Vacation until They Are Old

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   When you are visiting Maui, one of the most beautiful islands in the world, there are so many attractions for you.

HALEAKALA

Mt. Haleakala is 10,023 feet high and is one of the two volcanoes that created this incredible Hawaiian island. Haleakala National Park offers a variety of activities, making it one of the most revisited attractions in all the Hawaiian Islands. The most popular activities include enjoying sunrise and sunset, hiking, and backcountry camping on Maui.

ROAD TO HANA

There are many ways to experience the Road to Hana, and the sleepy coastal Town of Hana, Maui. Visitors can go by group and private tours, or explore on their own by renting a vehicle. Beginning at the historic Town of Paia, visitors can enjoy decorated coastlines all the way to Hana, world-famous beaches in Hawaii, tropical landscapes, waterfalls, scenic lookout points, and cultural attractions that mark significant points in Maui’s unique Hawaiian history.

HO’OKIPA BEACH PARK

Ho’okipa Beach Park is one of the most famous beaches in the world for professional surfing and wind-surfing. In the ancient Hawaiian language, “ho’okipa” means hospitality, which is exactly what this Beach Park offers. At Ho’okipa, visitors can see the powerful coastline from the top parking lot for amazing photo opportunities. Or you can go to the sand for afternoon BBQs and the glorious Maui sunshine.

OHE’O GULCH POOLS

The Ohe’o Gulch Pools, more commonly referred to as the Seven Sacred Pools, is a wonderful place to explore Maui on vacation. The lower pools are more easily accessed and perhaps the best choice for visitors who want to jump in. Due to the popularity of the Seven Sacred Pools, it is highly suggested to arrive early for a chance to enjoy privacy in this beautiful location.

【小题1】Where can you go if you are afraid of water and want to have fun at dawn?
A.Ho’okipa Beach Park.
B.Ohe’o Gulch Pools.
C.Town of Hana.
D.Haleakala National Park.
【小题2】In Ho’okipa Beach Park, you can enjoy all of the following activities EXCEPT___________.
A.surfingB.camping
C.sunbathingD.photographing
【小题3】From the passage, we can learn that___________.
A.Ho’okipa Beach Park wins world popularity for its hospitality
B.the Seven Sacred Pools is crowded at any time in any season
C.you will hardly regret visiting Haleakala National Park again
D.only with your own car can you explore the Road to Hana
【小题4】Where can we possibly find this passage?
A.In a news report.
B.In a tourist guide.
C.In a geography textbook.
D.In an employment advertisement.

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   Bandhavgarh National Park in India is best known for its amazing setting, as well as having the largest number of tigers in India. In addition to tigers, there are also bears, deer, wolves, birds, etc.

Location: In the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh state. The nearest village is Tala, which is the access to the park.

Opening Hours and Safari (游猎) Times

Safaris operate twice a day, starting at dawn until late morning, and mid-afternoon until sunset. The best time to visit the park is early in the morning or after 4 p. m. to spot the animals. The park is closed from July 1 to September 30 because of the monsoon season (季风季节).

Bandhavgarh Zones

Bandhavgarh is divided into three main zones: Tala (the park’s best zone, with the most tigers), Magdhi (the second best zone to see tigers) and Khitauli (scenic and less visited, although tiger sightings do occur there; particularly good for birding).

Entry Fees and Charges for Jeep Safaris

Bandhavgarh has become expensive to visit in recent years. Entry fees have increased since October 2014. When you are going on a safari, separate fees must be paid for park entry and jeep hire. Entry tickets are priced per vehicle (up to six people). From 2015 to 2016, park entry tickets’ costs were as follows:

Tala Zone: 2,400 rupees for Indians, 4,800 rupees for foreigners. (Up to six people)

Other Zones: 1,200 rupees for Indians, 2,400 rupees for foreigners. (Up to six people)

Jeep Hire

Expect to pay about 2,200 rupees to hire a jeep, in addition to the entry cost. This can be done at the park entrance. All hotels can organize jeep hire and tours, but at a higher rate. It’s much less trouble though. Besides, unlike many national parks in India, it’s possible to take private vehicles into Bandhavgarh.

【小题1】What is Bandhavgarh National Park most famous for?
A.Species of bears.B.Lots of tigers.
C.Beautiful birds.D.A number of wolves.
【小题2】How much should five Americans pay for entry to Magdhi Zone in 2016?
A.1,200 rupees.B.2,400 rupees.
C.4,800 rupees.D.6,000 rupees.
【小题3】What can we know about jeep hire in the park from the passage?
A.Tourists don’t have to hire jeeps.
B.Hiring jeeps from hotels costs less money.
C.Tourists can only hire one jeep from the park.
D.Jeep hire fees are included in the entry cost.