Now many young people are travelling around the world on their own, not becau

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Now many young people are travelling around the world on their own, not because they have no one to travel with, but because they prefer to go alone.

Kristina Wegscheider from California first travelled alone when she was at college and believed that it was something everyone should do at least once in their life. She said, “It opens your mind to new things and pushes you out of your comfort zone.” Wegscheider has visited 46 countries covering all seven continents.

In foreign countries, with no one to help you read a map, look after you if you get ill, or lend you money if your wallet is stolen, it is challenging. This is what drives young people to travel alone. It is seen as character building and a chance to prove that that can make it on their own.

Chris decided to leave his sales job in Australia to go travelling. He set up a website, The Aussie Nomad, to document his adventures. He said he wished he had travelled alone earlier. “The people you meet, the places you visit, or the things you do, everything is up to you and it forces you to grow as a person,” said the man.

Chris describes travelling alone will make you a more confident person that is ready to deal with anything. He said, “The feeling of having overcome something on my own is a major part of what drives me each day when I’m dealing with a difficult task. I walk around with my head up because I know deep down inside that nothing is impossible if you try.”

As the saying goes, “Only by going alone in silence can one truly get into the heart of the wilderness.”

【小题1】Which of the following will Kristina Wegscheider agree with?

A．Travelling abroad helps people to find new things.

B．It is more meaningful to travel in foreign countries.

C．It is comfortable to travel around without a friend.

D．Travelling alone is a necessary experience for everyone.

【小题2】Travelling alone is challenging because ________.

A．you have to choose things on your own

B．it is hard for you to prove yourself to others

C．you can only depend on yourself whatever happens

D．it pushes you into the comfort zone

【小题3】What can we know about Chris?

A．He started travelling alone at an early age.	B．He once was afraid of travelling.
C．He used to work as a salesman.	D．His website inspires others a lot.

【小题4】What is the best title for the passage?

A．Travel Abroad	B．Travel Alone
C．Travel Light	D．Travel Far

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同类题1

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．surfing	B．camping
C．sunbathing	D．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.

同类题3

It's said that you don't know a man until you walk a mile in his shoes. And you also don't know what it's like for old people to travel until you accompany（陪伴）one on a trip.

After flying with my elderly father from Washington, D.C.to L.A.in July, I began to realize that a companion has important tasks that can make a journey easier for old people. I booked nonstop tickets on JetBlue to avoid tiring, confusing connections, and we flew directly into Long Beach Airport. Even though my father could walk, I arranged with the airline for wheelchair assistance, which meant we got on board first.

When I took him back to the airport for his return flight to Washington, I got permission from JetBlue to wait with him at the gate instead of saying goodbye at the security checkpoint. I wished he'd had a first-class seat and access to a comfortable airline club. Better yet, I wished I had flown with him on both ways. As I watched the attendant wheel him to the lift that would take him from the tarmac（停机坪）to the plane, I felt like an anxious mom sending her child to school for the first time.

Things can go awry on a plane trip. And then there is a horrifying story about Joe and Margie. When they landed at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, a wheelchair attendant met them to help with a connection. But somehow Margie, who had Alzheimer's disease, disappeared.

I didn't need to worry about my father's wandering away；at 82, his mind was sharper than mine. But his hearing was poor, so I worried about what would happen if he missed an important announcement.

Fortunately, everything went just fine. A good arrangement（安排）made the trip successful.

Next time I travel with a senior, I'll know better. I hope there will be a next time.

【小题1】Why did the author buy nonstop tickets？

A．His father was tired of flights.

B．He had important tasks to do.

C．He cared about his father.

D．His schedule was tight.

【小题2】How did the author feel when seeing his father off？

A．Disappointed.	B．Worried.
C．Delighted.	D．Sad.

【小题3】Which of the following can replace the underlined part "go awry" in Paragraph 4？

A．Be amused.

B．Carry on as usual.

C．Live up to one's expectation.

D．Be away from the correct course.

【小题4】What can we learn from Paragraph 5？

A．Taking a trip does great good to seniors.

B．It is a pleasant experience to travel with seniors.

C．To have a long journey with seniors is unpractical.

D．Careful planning ensures seniors to take a nice trip.

同类题5

If you'd like to go travelling，the following World Heritage Sites may be your best choices.

Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area

Jiuzhaigou Valley，which lies in the northern part of Sichuan Province，China，reaches a height of more than 4,500m，with a series of different forests ecosystems. It's especially famous for its narrow landforms and excellent waterfalls. Some 140 kinds of birds also live in the valley, as well as a number of endangered plants and animals, including the giant panda. Jiuzhaigou Valley was recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1992.

Khami Ruins National Monument

The city of Khami, which developed after the capital of Great Zimbabwe had been given up in the mid-16th century，is of great archaeological（考古的）interest. The discovery of objects from Europe and China shows that Khami was a centre for trade over a long period of time. It joined the World Heritage List in 1986.

Henderson Island

Henderson Island，which lies in the eastern South Pacific，is one of the few atolls in the world whose ecology（生态）has been untouched by humans. It is famous for the 10 plants and 4 birds that can only be seen on the island. It was recorded in the World Heritage List in 1988.

Old City of Jerusalem

As a holy city for three different religions（宗教）in the Middle East，Jerusalem has always been of great religious importance. It was given a World Heritage status in 1981 and placed on the“List of World Heritage in Danger”the following year.

【小题1】What can be learned about Jiuzhaigou Valley？

A．Wonderful waterfalls can be seen there.

B．It is famous for many ancient objects.

C．It has been untouched by human beings.

D．It lies in the eastern South Pacific.

【小题2】What can we learn about Jerusalem？

A．It was damaged in the mid-16th century.

B．It was once a business centre for trade.

C．It has over 140 kinds of birds living there.

D．It is a holy city for three religions.

【小题3】According to the passage，which World Heritage Site was most recently set?

A．Henderson Island.