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The O. Henry Museum
The aim of the O. Henry Museum is to collect, preserve, and interpret artifacts，works and archival (档案的) materials relative to the author, for literary» educational, and historical purposes that are accessible to the public. The museum was set up in 1934, under the authority of the City of Austin, and is both a National Register Property and a National Literary Landmark.
The O. Henry Museum is open from Wednesday to Sunday, noon to 5:00 pm. Admission is free. Tours are also available for free. Please contact the museum at least one week in advance to schedule a tour for a group of 10 or more. Metered parking is available on the street in front of the museum. The museum's gift shop has for sale T-shirts, coffee mugs, DVDs, and an array of books by and about O. Henry.
Group tours:
We ask for one-week advance notice of groups more than 10 people, including schools, church groups, and organizations.
Donations:
Donations greatly benefit the museum and its programs. Inquire about contributing.
Volunteer:
Contact us about volunteering at the museum. We are currently in need of a gardener and a volunteer docent (讲解员).
Staff:
Valerie Bennett, Curator valerie. bennett@ci. austin. tx. us
Michael Hoinski, Culture & Arts Education Specialist michael. hoinski@ci. austin. tx. us
Elizabeth Taylor, Docent
Location: 409 East Fifth Street, Austin, Texas 78701
（1）According to the text, we can know the O. Henry Museum       .
A.opens to the public for a whole day
B.won its fame when it was set up
C.focuses on collecting works of O. Henry
D.teaches people how to write literary works
（2）When visiting the O. Henry Museum, visitors can       .
A.get paid by becoming a docent
B.buy books written by O. Henry
C.get many donations from the museum
D.park cars near the museum in any time
（3）What is a must if school teachers plan to take their students to visit the museum?
A.Going there on a workday.
B.Contacting the museum in advance.
C.Donating some money to the museum.
D.Preparing well to be her students' guide.

Golden eagle populations in the UK are set to increase as some chicks are reintroduced to the north of England． Ten birds will be released（释放） from south of Edinburgh in summer 2018， with the hope of bringing the species back from disappearing in England． More eagles will be released in the summertime of the next five years．
The project received ￡1.3 million of lottery funding in March and has now been awarded a further ￡150，000 to employ workers to run the operation．Project manager Cat Barlow said："This is a really exciting time as the project is now starting to happen and we will soon start to see its benefits． Work will start next summer， when we will collect a number of golden eagle chicks in the Highlands and bring them south to be reared and released from an already selected place．"
The birds will be released with satellite tracking tags that will allow the scientists to gather information about their behavior and find if they suddenly go offline．
Recently， golden eagles have died out in England as the last known individual is believed to have died．Due to the popularity of shooting birds of prey（食肉猛禽）， those birds in the wild struggle to survive． Main causes of death are systematic poisoning， shooting and nest disturbance by gamekeepers．
It is hoped that the newly released birds will move further south in search of new living areas and food supplies． The project expects to see the number of wild birds in Scotland and England increase as the range of the animals develops． While the birds were gone in England， in the Highlands of Scotland the number of golden eagles rocketed． With up to 500 breeding pairs， the chicks will be sourced from here． It is hoped that golden eagles may finally return to the north of England， and if all goes well， numbers should grow steadily．



Why will some golden eagles be set free from south of Edinburgh？ ______

A. To keep the balance of nature．
B. To prevent eagles from dying out．
C. To bring back the number of other species．
D. To encourage more birds to live in the wild．

Which word can replace the underlined word "reared" in Paragraph 2？ ______

A. Raised．
B. Stored．
C. Sold．
D. Exhibited．

What does Paragraph 4 focus on？ ______

A. Harmful effects of shooting birds．
B. Why animal hunting should be forbidden．
C. Reasons for golden eagles" dying out．
D. The difficult situation golden eagles face．

What is the author's attitude towards the golden eagle project？ ______

A. Ambiguous．
B. Cautious．
C. Doubtful．
D. Hopeful．

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No matter where you live or how you define yourself, these are some of the best activities to get in touch with nature.
Hiking
One of the easiest and most accessible ways to get close to nature is by setting out on a good old hike. Hiking generally doesn't require any special equipment or special skills; just a good pair of boots, a map, and a thirst for adventure. This activity can be as relaxing as you make it. Suggestion: consider doing a little advance research on Trails.com or EveryTrail.com.
Backcountry Camping
Why limit yourself to just a day hike when you can have a full weekend (or longer) adventure? Backcountry camping involves packing your tent, sleeping bag, food，and water on your back to set up camp in a remote location. If you're an experienced hiker and camper, this is an excellent way to test your survival skills and explore the wildness. Many parks require backpackers to obtain permits, so make sure to register and map your route before stepping on the trail.
Mountain and Road Biking
Unlike long hikes through the woods, biking allows you to cover more ground and travel farther while still being in nature. Mountain biking typically involves riding up and down steep slopes, between trees, and over rocks. If this sounds too intense or your tires aren't suited for a rocky path, consider taking a road bike or a hybrid on paved trails through forest preserves or along country roads.
（1）What is especially suggested before hiking?
A.Having a new pair of boots.
B.Having a map.
C.Having a thirst for adventure.
D.Doing some advance research on the websites.
（2）Which of the following items is NOT necessary when taking backcountry camping according to the passage?
A.A tent.
B.A cell phone.
C.Food.
D.Some water.
（3）What is the typical character of the mountain biking?
A.You have to get permits.
B.You have to do some research in advance.
C.You can ride up and down the mountains.
D.You must have a road bike.

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Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne is a hotspot travel destination, and it's easy to see its beautiful beaches and busy city life.
Why it's a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there. As an English-speaking country, you won't be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!
Thailand
Thailand is great for solo travelers — perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.
Why it's a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hotspot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. Well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. A good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party- central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical (热带的) jungle.
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of “Zen Moments”, such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.
Why it's a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you're not well traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.
Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendid visual culture has made Bali number one tourist attraction.
Why it's so great: you won't be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you're sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu island, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat (静修). The Sacred Monkey Foresting Ubud is fantastic 一 if you like monkeys, anyway.
（1）What do the four places have in common according to the text?
A.They're cheap to travel around.
B.They're great for solo travelers.
C.They offer good spas and yoga.
D.There're no language barriers.
（2）Where can you enjoy both convenient transport and beautiful beaches?
A.Melbourne, Australia.
B.Thailand.
C.Hong Kong, China.
D.Bali, Indonesia.
（3）What has made Bali No.1 tourist attraction?
A.Yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches.
B.Friendly people and splendid visual culture.
C.Meeting some amazing characters along the way.
D.Fantastic monkeys in the Sacred Monkey Forest.
（4）What type of writing is this text?
A.A travel journal.
B.A business report.
C.A travel guide.
D.A press advertisement.

Alibaba， Bank of China and Huawei-these are the dream employers for Chinese students， according to a new survey．
"The survey of more than 55，000 students， conducted by the research firm Universum， has found that roughly a quarter want to work for an international company， while only 9% want to work for a start-up．Five percent want to start their own business．"
The students said that work-1ife balance was the most important career goal， followed by job stability． When it comes to desirable companies， Bank of China has been named the top choice by business students for seven consecutive years， and the gigantic state-owned firm shows no signs of giving up its lead．
William Wu， the China country manager for Universum， said that banking remains an attractive industry for young Chinese．"China's government is now emphasizing the revolution of the finance industry， which leaves the younger generation with the impression that although banking is a traditional industry， there are still a lot of development opportunities．" Wu said．
E-commerce giant Alibaba （BABA，Tech 30）improved six places from 2014 ，ranking second among business students．Alibaba's rise shouldn't come as much of a surprise-the company held a record-breaking ﹩25 billion IPO in September．
Among engineering students， Alibaba was once again a bridesmaid． Instead， Huawei-a telecoms infrastructure firm that now makes consumer products-took the top spot．
"Both of these companies are pioneers in terms of local companies going international．" said Wu．"It shows that…an international development strategy has a positive influence among Chinese young talents．" Tech companies ruled the rankings for humanities students， with Alibaba-which was ninth in 2014 一 landing at the top．Last year， Apple was the Number l choice of Chinese students．



What's the percentage of the surveyed students who want to join a company set up recently？ ______

A. Five percent．
B. Twenty-five percent．
C. Nine percent．
D. Twenty percent．

What is the second most important career goal for the students？ ______

A. Work-life balance．
B. Job stability．
C. Alibaba．
D. Their own business．

In William Wu's viewpoint， a native company that ______ will attract graduates．

A. is rooted only in China
B. makes consumer products
C. goes international
D. just aims at the foreign market

What does the passage want to tell us mainly？ ______

A. What companies students want to work for．
B. Why students have to go to university．
C. How a company can develop well．
D. Where students" success lies in．

Uncivilized behavior by passengers unacceptable For the first time， airline passengers have been blacklisted for uncivilized behavior． Their names will remain on the blacklist for one or two years， according to an announcement by the China Air Transport Association on Saturday． The blacklisting means they will not be able to travel by air until their names are removed from the list．
Blacklisting passengers who disobey the rules for travelling by air and so place their own interests before everything else， including safety， has long been overdue （迟到的，延迟的）．
There have been frequent reports of passengers making a scene when their flight was delayed or when they believed that they were not treated as they should be on a flight．
Yet it is natural for some flights to be delayed because of reasons such as bad weather or mechanical problems that need to be solved． However， some passengers seem to take it for granted that their flight must take off at the time stated on their ticket， and they even suppose that the members of the cabin crew are simply there to do their bidding（吩咐）．
They forget that they should behave themselves in the first place and that respect is reciprocal （互相给与的）．There is no reason for them to be respected when they do not show enough respect for others．
Observing rules can never be over-emphasized when it comes to flight safety． No one has the right to ignore the rules for any reason． Of course， airlines should provide quality services to meet the needs of passengers． Yet， even if passengers are not satisfied with the service provided， there is still no reason for them to flout the rules that are designed for the safety of all．
The blacklisting of these three passengers should serve for others to know they have to toe the line （顺从集体）．



Which of the following statements is TRUE？ ______

A. Never before have airline passengers been blacklisted．
B. At no time should flights be delayed， whatever the reasons．
C. Members of the cabin crew should be at the passengers" service at any moment．
D. If an airline passenger is blacklisted， he or she will never be allowed to travel by air．

The underlined word "observing" in paragraph 6 is closest in meaning to ______ ．

A. cancelling
B. breaking
C. setting
D. obeying

The text is most probably taken from ______ ．

A. a research paper
B. a newspaper report
C. an advertisement
D. a flight guide

At a recent visit to the flower gardens in Holland， I learned about the practice of topping． As flowers grow， sometimes the growers cut off the tops of them， which is helpful to produce higher quality flowers． It is true that sometimes when we produce some results in a certain area， it can be good to cut them off and throw them away， which helps free up energy for a new attempt elsewhere．
After running my company of computer games for 10 years and having pleasing results， I decided to leave that field behind． This freed up my energy to focus on improving myself in my writing and speaking． If I'd kept running the old business， I would have had less energy to invest in my new path and had weaker results．
When you feel that life is becoming too stagnant （停滞不前的 ） ， try mixing things up now and then． As a way to do so， I've been travelling continuously． Since April 23， I have been in Europe for a month． During this time， I've dropped my old daily routine that I would normally use at home and I'm trying something different． This means that more energy is freed up for exploration and growth．
The longer you stay still， the more people based on your current position will relate to you． Your thoughts and feelings may become repetitive and circular． Your surrounding environment may control your daily routine． Soon you notice that as the years pass， there is little change in your life． This is the comfort zone．
Stepping outside of your comfort zone is an uncomfortable experience， but it is worthwhile． During my Europe trip， for instance， each day brings new challenges， like making the mistake of taking the stairs from the bottom of Covent Garden Underground Tube Station． But with so much to explore and learn， I feel that minor victories of the sort that I seldom experienced at home are waiting for me every day． Dropping personal satisfaction to go for more growth is not an easy path to follow， but I do find it to be the more beautiful path．



After paying a visit to the flower gardens， the author came to realize ______ ．

A. it is practical for one to take up the skill of topping the flowers
B. one is supposed to have a high expectation for one's coming future
C. one should ignore the current achievement and try something new
D. it is enjoyable for one to get close to nature and admire the flowers

What's the purpose of the author's dropping his former business？ ______

A. To keep up with the changes of modern society．
B. To free himself from the busy work and heavy debts．
C. To satisfy his great desire for personal development．
D. To seek ways to increase the profits and productivity．

We can infer from the passage that those who live in the comfort zone are likely to ？ ______
a． be lack of creativity in thoughts
b． feel less confident
c． have a changing lifestyle
d． be frightened of competition
e． be controlled by the physical environment
f． be attracted to old customs and habits

A. a， e
B. c， e
C. a， b， e
D. c， e， f

What does the passage mainly discuss about？ ______

A. Getting out of home to grow or maintaining a comfortable life．
B. Having a strong desire to live in the past or in the future．
C. Holding a positive attitude towards your career and life．
D. Trying to slow down and enjoy your life to the fullest．

（Q=Question； A=Answer）
Situation I
Q：If someone sits right next to me in an empty movie theater，is it rude to move？
A：Maybe，but nobody will fault you for it．Chances are that close sitter doesn't realize he disturbs you，so he may miss your annoyance．You undoubtedly aren't the first person he's met who needs enough room．Forgive his bad judgment，move quietly and enjoy the show．
Situation II
Q：If I use the bathroom at a store，do I need to buy something？
A：Consider frequency and urgency．Is this a one-time or an emergency？If so，you don't have to buy anything，but it would be kind if you did．However，if you regularly use the bathroom at this place，then you are a customer，and you should act like one．
Situation III
Q：If someone is talking loudly on the bus，is there a nice way to ask him to keep it down？
A：No．Try other means.1）Stare at him until he gets aware of it and quiets down.2）Lift your finger in a silence motion（动作）and smile.3）Put on earphones and ignore him．
Situation Ⅳ
Q：If I remember my friend's birthday a day late，should I apologize or just wish her a happy birthday like nothing happened？
A：This is the reason why the word belated was invented．"Happy belated birthday!"is short for："Well，I know I forgot，but then I remembered．Forgive me and happy birthday．"
Situation V
Q：Can I lie about seeing a text because I was too busy or lazy to respond（回复） to it？
A：Don't lie．Receiving a text does not mean you need to respond to it．Why waste a perfectly good lie when the truth will serve？"Yes，"you can say if ever asked，"I saw it．"No explanation is needed as to why you don't respond．



You will get annoyed in a theater when ______ ．

A. a person is too active
B. a person is too rude to you
C. a person talks too loudly
D. a person sits too close to you

How will you quiet someone down in a public place？ ______

A. By making fun of him continuously．
B. By looking purposefully at him．
C. By talking to him directly．
D. By pointing angrily at him．

The underlined word"belated"in Situation IV probably means ______ ．

A. predicted
B. returned
C. cancelled
D. delayed

What is the passage mainly about？ ______

A. Modern ways to mind your manners．
B. Different ways to change others'manners．
C. Proper manners to offer help to others．
D. Good manners to talk to people．

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Sagrada Familia
Opening hours: 09:00—18:00(October—March); 09:00—20:00(April—September)
Admission: $11, or $10 with the Barcelona Card.
The temple has been under construction since 1882 and they've still got another 30 to 80 years to go before it is finished. The project's vast scale and its special design have made it one of Barcelona's top tourist attractions for many years.
La Pedrera
Opening hours: November—February: 09:00—18:30; March—October: 09:00—20:00
Admission: $9.Save 20% with the Barcelona Card.
This building used to be called Casa Mila but nowadays it's more commonly known as La Pedrera.It is a unique modernist building in Barcelona and was made of bricks.It was built between 1906 and 1912 and in 1984 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site with other Gaudi buildings in Barcelona.
Barcelona FC Museum
Opening hours: April 6th—October 4th:(Monday to Saturday) 10:00—20:00; the rest of the year: 10:00—18:30
Admission: $8.50 for entry to the museum and $17 for a guided tour.
When you buy your ticket you have two options.You can buy a ticket for the museum to see the football stadium or you can buy a dual (双的) ticket for $15 where you get to see the museum and the scenes at the club.
Miro Museum
Opening hours: Check the website for details as they vary depending on the time of the year.
Admission: $8.Save 20% with the Barcelona Card.
This museum has a wide range of Miro's works dating back as far as 1914.This artwork collection not only includes his paintings but also a good selection of sculptures.
（1）How much should you pay if you visit La Pedrera with the Barcelona Card?
A.$6.4.
B.$7.2.
C.$8.
D.$10.
（2）Where can you visit a football stadium?
A.Miro Museum.
B.Sagrada Familia.
C.La Pedrera.
D.Barcelona FC Museum.
（3）Who will show special interest in Miro Museum?
A.Athletes.
B.Artists.
C.Architects.
D.Singers.

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Maui, one of the most beautiful islands in the world, is a dream place for a visit and 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, waterfal.ls, 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 windsurfing. 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 BBQ's 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.
（1）If you are afraid of water and want to have fun at dawn, you can possibly go to
A.Ho'okipa Beach Park
B.Ohe'o Gulch Pools
C.Town of Hana
D.Haleakala National Park
（2）From the passage, we can learn that .
A.Ho'okipa Beach Park wins world popularity for its hospitability
B.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