Unit 2 Travelling around 单元综合检测
一、完形填空
When I was still a child, I read “The Snows of Kilimanjaro” by Ernest Hemingway. Reading it for the first time gave me a strong 1 to see this well-known mountain 2 .
Then in my early 20s, I 3 a man who had been to Kenya. He saw and described Kilimanjaro as a mountain standing by itself in the middle of the African plain, 4 by ice on its summit (山顶). This 5 my desire to see the mountain with my own eyes, and perhaps even climb it.
About 10 years later, I travelled to Havana, Cuba and spent some time 6 the home of Ernest Hemingway. This trip 7 my love for “The Snows of Kilimanjaro”. This was a 8 of my soul, and the 9 , and desires I had so long ago as a(n) 10 . It was at this moment that I 11 I was going to climb Kilimanjaro.
Vancouver to Africa is a great 12 , so I decided to put some add-ons to my planned 13 . The first would be an expedition ( 探 险 ) across the Sahara Desert, 14 by travelling up the source of the Nile. It would finish at my 15 goal of Kilimanjaro. This would be a journey to 16 : to cross the world’s greatest desert, 17 the river that moves through one of the cradles of civilization, and climb the tallest mountain in Africa.
After ending the journey, I wrote a novel which 18 this trip, sharing how much I enjoyed each moment of it, and how 19 each day became on its own. This remarkable and special journey will be 20 in my heart.
1.A.platform B.desire C.baseline D.opportunity
2.A.in turn B.in public C.in person D.in total
3.A.met B.observed C.encouraged D.recognized
4.A.replaced B.formed C.covered D.affected
5.A.used B.furthered C.limited D.symbolized
6.A.repairing B.protecting C.visiting D.displaying
7.A.reawakened B.repeated C.changed D.hid
8.A.reflection B.crisis C.function D.quality
9.A.wonders B.wants C.actions D.rights
10.A.writer B.traveller C.adult D.child
11.A.pretended B.determined C.recalled D.recommended
12.A.introduction B.difference C.distance D.achievement
13.A.business B.equipment C.novel D.journey
14.A.followed B.proved C.disturbed D.created
15.A.professional B.immediate C.common D.final
16.A.end B.remember C.imagine D.discuss
17.A.seek for B.figure out C.go up D.stare at
18.A.predicts B.challenges C.starts D.recounts
19.A.hard B.unique C.long D.quiet
20.A.always B.never C.seldom D.sometimes
二、阅读理解
The Beijing Expo Park, where the International Horticultural Exhibition (国际园艺展) took place in 2019, has become a camping resort this summer. Twelve camping areas each named after the constellations (星座) have recently opened to the public at the park.
“When I see parents and children put down their mobile phones and enjoy their family time, I feel happy. At this moment, all our efforts in organizing this camping festival have paid off, ”said Xue He, a camping operator at the park.
“Located in the Yanqing district of Beijing, the camping area covers about 280, 000 square meters. It provides more than 1, 000 camping spots where tourists can spend their leisure time on picnics, fishing, horse riding, boating, and many other activities, ” said Han Weiwei, a manager of the Beijing Expo Park Investment and Development.
At the camping area named after Sagittarius, tents are spread throughout the woods, while a wooden trestle (支架) connects the campsites. “We pursue harmony between humans and nature, so the original plants were preserved as much as possible, ” said Liu Xiao’ou, an operator in the area.
“Horse riding is one of the most popular activities here, ”Liu said, adding that campers can ride horses in the Sagittarius area under the guidance of coaches. Children can also interact with some little cute horses which are less than one meter in height.
As the altitude in Yanqing is higher than that in downtown Beijing, the expo park is much cooler in summer. “This is favorable for camping. These abundant activities have given is so much fun, ” said a resident surnamed Yin from downtown Beijing.
In the coming three months, the Beijing Expo Park is going to host more than 30 activities during the camping festival, including bicycle races, fishing contests and night runs, according to the organizers.
21.What has happened in the Beijing Expo Park
A.Horse riding performance has been offered.
B.Twelve camping areas have opened.
C.Art exhibitions have taken place.
D.A traditional festival has been celebrated.
22.Which of the following best describes the camping festival organized by Xue He
A.Successful. B.Unwelcome. C.Boring. D.Important.
23.What can we know about the Sagittarius area from Liu Xiao’ou
A.The camping area is only for children.
B.Campers have little fun at the Sagittarius area.
C.Horse riding becomes popular only among children.
D.Campers are offered a natural environment.
24.What is the main idea of the text
A.The Beijing Expo Park will be open to the public.
B.The Beijing Expo Park has changed its course for the future.
C.The Beijing Expo Park becomes popular for its abundant exhibitions.
D.The Beijing Expo park offers memorable camping experiences to the public.
North or south, east or west, there’s always something wonderful at the best botanical (植物的) gardens in the world. The amazing variety of plants on show offers an escape for nature lovers. Here are some of the top botanical gardens across the world.
Cambridge University Botanic Garden
The original Cambridge University Botanic Garden (CUBG) was founded in 1762 in the centre of the city, now known as the New Museums Site. It holds a collection of over 8, 000 plant species (物种) from all over the world to promote teaching and research.
It is open every day throughout the year except for Christmas closure—24 December to 1 January (included). Tickets can be bought using cash or card at the Gates upon arrival. Pre-booking is optional.
Oxford Botanic Garden
Founded in 1621, the Oxford Botanic Garden is committed to educating people about the importance of plants, to help protect plants that are from around the world, and to support teaching and research within the University and beyond.
It is open all year round from 10 a. m. to 6 p. m. Entry is only free for under 16s with an accompanying (陪同) paying adult. Unaccompanied under 16s will require a student ticket for entry.
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a highlight of any visit to the Scottish. This breathtaking living collection of plants is over 350 years old.
The Garden is open daily and closed on 25 December and 1 January. Garden entry is free!
Cheekwood
Cheekwood, built in 1960, is a 55-acre botanical garden located on the historic Cheek estate (庄园). It welcomes over 300, 000 visitors each year, making it one of the city’s top cultural attractions.
Cheekwood is open every day throughout the year, except 25 December. All guests must book a timed-entry ticket online before visiting. No tickets will be sold on-site.
25.How many days will CUBG be closed to visitors in a year
A.7. B.8. C.9. D.10.
26.What is special about Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
A.There is no entrance fee. B.It is open to visitors all the year.
C.It is to support teaching and research. D.It has the largest collection of plants.
27.Which of the following botanical gardens has the longest history
A.Cambridge University Botanic Garden. B.Oxford Botanic Garden.
C.Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. D.Cheekwood.
MONTREAL PLANETARIUM
Step into Montreal Planetarium (天文馆) with its special design and cutting-edge exhibition rooms. Montreal Planetarium houses two exhibition rooms for two unique experiences. Each double bill, with live explanations by a science educator, takes audiences to a voyage far from planet Earth, full of impressive exhibitions and presentations!
DOUBLE FEATURE SHOWS
(AGES 7 AND UP)
Includes a presentation on tonight’s sky.
Length: 75 min
To celebrate its 5th anniversary, Montreal Planetarium is presenting original shows that have been visitor favorites since it opened.
Exhibition Room 1
CONTINUUM (宇宙无限性)
From the unlimited small to the unlimited large, a cosmic(宇宙的) expression on the connection between humankind and the Universe.
Directors: Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon
Music: Philip Glass
AURORAE(极光)
Under the sky full of stars in Yellowknife, the audiences have a front-row seat on the magical spectacle of the aurora, the Northern Lights.
Produced by: Montreal Space for Life
Director: Philippe Baylaucq and Sebastien Gauthier
Music: DJ Champion
Exhibition Room 2
COSMIC COLLISIONS(碰撞)
These sometimes-explosive encounters may have not only ended the age of the dinosaurs but also given to new e discover the forces that continue to shape our Universe.
Produced by: the American Museum of Natural History (USA), together with the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, GOTO Inc, and the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum.
EXO (外来生物)
Are we alone in the Universe As thousands of planets are being found outside our solar system, can the discovery of life elsewhere be far off A presentation on tonight’s sky follows the show.
Produced by: Montreal Space for Life
Director: Sebastien Gauthier
28.How many exhibition rooms are there in Montreal Planetarium
A.2. B.3. C.4. D.5.
29.What do AURORAE and EXO have in common
A.They both discover the planets outside solar system.
B.They are both produced by Montreal Space for Life.
C.They are both directed by Philippe Baylaucq.
D.They both give birth to new stars.
30.Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage
A.The meeting between dinosaurs changed the Universe.
B.The stars disappear because of the Northern Lights.
C.The shows last one hour and fifteen minutes.
D.Tonight’s presentation is before the show.
31.What does the underlined word “spectacle” mean in the passage
A.A terrible tradition. B.An impressive view.
C.An ordinary response. D.A disappointing expression.
32.What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage
A.To attract people to visit Montreal Planetarium.
B.To teach people some knowledge about the Earth.
C.To celebrate the 6th birthday of Montreal Planetarium.
D.To encourage six-year-old children to explore the Universe.
三、用单词的适当形式完成短文
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The local government of Zibo issued two open letters to all citizens. The government extended its gratitude for the citizens’ 33 (warm) and hospitality toward visitors coming to enjoy the city’s signature barbecue, 34 has recently become a hit across the country.
Since early March, Zibo local barbecue 35 (cause) a sensation online. But how did Zibo rise to fame From July 2022 to February 2023, Zibo organized many trips to the city for university students. Despite reaching peak visitation numbers, there was no sense of panic. Instead, several supportive 36 (policy) were promptly introduced, such as establishing a “Golden Stove Award”, forming a barbecue association, creating a map of Zibo barbecue restaurants, 37 launching 21 dedicated tourist routes that go beyond just barbecue.
Zibo’s sudden boom in popularity also resulted 38 the post-pandemic tourism revival China has experienced. The city aims to restore 39 (it) tourism industry and ensure sustainable growth. 40 (achieve) this goal, it has created 41 welcoming environment with convenient services for young people, particularly university students. The city has also invited students from distinguished universities to visit Zibo for free, 42 (signal) its eagerness to attract talented young individuals.
四、推荐信
43.假如你是李华,你的美国朋友Mike想在暑假到中国旅游,请你给他推荐一个具有中国文化特色的地方,内容包括:
1. 推荐的地方;
2. 推荐的理由;
3. 希望他旅行愉快。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Mike,
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Yours,
Li Hua
五、读后续写
44.阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Last summer, my friends and I went on a camping trip in the mountains. We were all excited about the adventure ahead, but little did we know what was in store for us.
We arrived at the campsite in the late afternoon. The sun was setting, and the sky was painted with hues of orange and pink. We set up our tents and started a fire to cook our dinner. As we sat around the fire, we planned our activities for the next day. We decided to go on a hike to see the nearby waterfall.
The next morning, we woke up early and set out on our hike. The trail was steep and narrow, but the scenery was breathtaking. We passed through the forests and crossed the streams. As we got higher, the air became colder and thinner. We had to stop frequently to catch our breath.
After a few hours of hiking, we finally reached the waterfall. It was amazing. The water fell down from a great height, and the mist created a rainbow. We sat down to catch our breath and take in the beauty of the waterfall.
But our adventure was far from over. As we were about to leave, we noticed dark clouds gathering overhead. It started raining heavily, and we realized that we had not brought any rain gear. We were completely soaked(湿透)and trembling in the cold. We decided to take shelter in a nearby cave until the rain stopped.
The cave was dark and damp, but it gave us a brief relief from the rain. We sat there for what seemed like hours, waiting for the rain to stop. But it only got worse. The thunder was so loud that it echoed through the cave, and the lightning was so bright that it lit up the cave like daylight.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
We were scared and worried.
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That night, as we sat around the fire, we reflected on our adventure.
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参考答案
1.B 2.C 3.A 4.C 5.B 6.C 7.A 8.A 9.B 10.D 11.B 12.C 13.D 14.A 15.D 16.B 17.C 18.D 19.B 20.A
21.B 22.A 23.D 24.D
25.C 26.A 27.B
28.A 29.B 30.C 31.B 32.A
33.warmth 34.which 35.has caused 36.policies 37.and 38.from 39.its 40.To achieve 41.a 42.signaling/signalling
43.One possible version:
Dear Mike,
I am glad to learn that you are planning to pay a visit to China in the coming summer holiday. I’m writing to recommend Beijing, the capital of China, as your destination.
Located in the north of China, Beijing is China’s political and cultural center. When you visit Beijing, you can not only appreciate the ancient architectural styles such as the old Beijing Hutong, the Forbidden City and quadrangles, but also view the fashionable buildings, such as Bird’s Nest and the Water Cube full of the flavor of modern metropolis. The Great Wall of Beijing is a good place not to be missed. As the saying goes, “He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man”.
I hope you will enjoy your journey!
Yours,
Li Hua
44.One possible version:
We were scared and worried. We had no way of contacting anyone, and we had no idea how long the storm would last. We decided to wait it out and hoped for the best. Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, the rain stopped. The sun came out, and we could see the blue sky. We quickly packed up our things and started our way back. The road was slippery and muddy, but we made it back to our campsite safely.
That night, as we sat around the fire, we reflected on our adventure. We realized that we had been through a lot, but we had also learned a valuable lesson. We had learned to be prepared for anything and to always expect the unexpected. Our camping trip turned out to be an unforgettable adventure. We had hiked to see a magnificent waterfall, taken shelter in a cave during a thunderstorm, and made it back to our campsite safely. We had faced our fears, which made us stronger and wiser. It was an experience that we will never forget.