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必修第一册 Unit 2 Travelling Around
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A(★)
With world-famous rock formations，rich national forest land and plenty of entertainments，
Sedona，Arizona，is a popular vacation destination for outdoor lovers.
Pink Adventure Tours—Broken Arrow
Knowledgeable guides lead this difficult adventure that features twists and turns through
Coconino National Forest.It includes time for two stops ，allowing travelers to get out and
explore.Travelers enjoy the special tour，impressed by the friendly guides and incredible views.
Price：Adults from $142；kids from $129
Pink Adventure Tours—Scenic Rim
On this difficult 90-minute adventure，hop into your pink jeep to navigate the rocky，
winding paths.Tour goers love this outing，noting the guides are fun and knowledgeable，and the
scenery is breathtaking.However，some past travelers express disappointment at unexpected tour
cancellations due to icy weather，so keep the time of year in mind when booking.
Price：Adults from $79；kids from $72
Pink Adventure Tours—Red Rock Range
Like smooth roads？No problem.Pink Adventure Tours ranks this outing as “mild”，
meaning you’ll encounter fewer bumps(颠簸)．During the two-hour tour，guides amuse
travelers with stories about the area’s history，plants and animals.
Price：Adults from $89；kids from $81
Pink Adventure Tours—Ancient Ruin
Another “mild” tour option，Ancient Ruin tour explores the Honanki Heritage Site，
where travelers can see 700-year-old cliff dwellings(悬崖屋)，learn about their history and
culture，see how they lived and worked and get up close and personal with their ancient artwork
and objects.Recent guests say they learned a lot on this unique tour and strongly recommend it.
Price：Adults from $114；kids from $103
1．What attracts Sedona travelers most?
A．Low price. B．Good accommodation.
C．Various indoor facilities. D．World-known natural features.
2．What might disappoint travelers who choose Scenic Rim?
A．Irresponsible guides. B．Poor transportation.
C．Sudden cancellation. D．Long and tiring trip.
3．How much should be paid at least if a couple and their two kids take a tour of history?A．$542. B．$434. C．$302. D．$340.
B
(2024·江苏南通如皋调研)
My motivation for starting our family tradition of reading in the car was purely selfish：I
could not bear listening to A Sesame Street Christmas for another 10 hours.My three children had
been addicted to this cassette on our previous summer’s road trip.
As I began to prepare for our next 500-mile car trip，I came across a book—Jim Trelease’s
The Read-Aloud Handbook.This could be the answer to my problem，I thought.So I put Roald
Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach into my bag.When I began to read aloud the tale of the boy
who escapes the bad guys by hiding inside a giant peach，my three kids argued and wrestled in
their seats.But after several lines，they were attracted into the rhythm of the words and began to
listen.
We soon learned that the simple pleasure of listening to a well-written book makes the long
miles pass more quickly.Sometimes the books we read became highlights of the trip.I read Wilson
Rawls’s Summer of the Monkeys as we spent two days driving to the beach.We arrived just
behind the power crews restoring(恢复) electricity after a tropical storm.The rain continued most of
the week，and the beach was covered with oil washed up by the storm.When we returned home，I
asked my son what he liked about the trip.He answered without hesitation，“The book you read
in the car.”
Road trips still offer challenges，even though my children now are teenagers.But we continue
to read as we roll across the country.And I’m beginning to see that reading aloud has done more
than help pass the time.For at least a little while，we are not shut in our own electronic worlds.And
maybe we’ve started something that will pass on to the next generation.
4．Why did the author start reading in the car?
A．She wanted to have a better journey. B．She wanted to keep a family
tradition.
C．Her children were addicted to reading. D．Her children were tired of the cassette.
5．How did the children react after the author read a few lines?
A．They kept fighting. B．They hid themselves.
C．They soon settled down. D．They read together aloud.
6．What can we learn about the author and her family’s trip to the beach?
A．They were caught in a storm. B．They enjoyed reading on the road.
C．They had a good time on the beach. D．They thought it had passed too quickly.
7．Which can be the best title for the text?
A．Better Traveling than Reading B．Books That Changed My Children
C．Road Trips Full of Challenges D．Reading Makes Road Trips Great
CRegenerative tourism is a concept that is gaining attraction in the travel industry.It is different
from sustainable tourism in that it goes beyond just minimizing the negative impact of tourism.It is
a philosophy that aims to not only minimize the negative impact of tourism but also to actively
contribute to the regeneration of local ecosystems，economies，and cultures.
The concept of regenerative tourism is not new.Native communities around the world have
been practicing regenerative tourism for centuries.However，it has gained renewed interest in
recent years due to the growing awareness of the impact of tourism on the environment and the
need for sustainable travel practices，particularly post-pandemic—indeed it could even be argued
that，as the global tourism industry and those who depend on it start to recover，tourism in itself
is a regenerative act.
One example of regenerative tourism is ecotourism.Ecotourism involves traveling to natural
areas with the aim of learning about and conserving the environment.It involves activities such as
hiking ， bird watching ， and wildlife viewing.Another example of regenerative tourism is
community-based tourism.Community-based tourism involves staying with local communities and
participating in their cultural activities，such as our Buffalo Curd Experience in Sri Lanka，or our
Rice Wine Trek in Laos.Regenerative tourism can also involve the use of sustainable and
regenerative practices in the tourism industry itself.For example，hotels can use renewable energy
sources，reduce their water consumption，and use sustainable materials in their construction.
The benefits of regenerative tourism are many.However，carrying out regenerative tourism
practices requires a shift in mindset and a commitment to sustainability.It requires tourism
businesses to not only minimize their negative impact but to actively contribute to the regeneration
of the environment and communities.It requires tourists to be conscious of their impact and to
choose travel options in line with their values.
In conclusion，regenerative tourism is a promising concept that has the potential to transform
the travel industry.By actively contributing to the regeneration of local ecosystems，economies，
and cultures，regenerative tourism can create a better future for both people and the planet.
8．What is the aim of the regenerative tourism?
A．To attract more investments.
B．To highlight the advantages of tourism.
C．To protect conventional economy and culture.
D．To promote a renewable and sustainable tourism.
9．Why has the regenerative tourism regained public interest recently?
A．Tourism industry has globally boomed.
B．People have suffered from the pandemic.
C．People show more concern about environment.
D．Regenerative tourism has been practised for long.
10．What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about?A．The definition of ecotourism.
B．The illustration of regenerative tourism.
C．Environmental conservation practices.
D．Reasonable doubts about regenerative tourism.
11．What might the writer agree with according to the last two paragraphs?
A．Regenerative tourism has a bright future.
B．Tourists can choose whatever travel they like.
C．Travel industry is able to transform regenerative tourism.
D．Regenerative tourism can be practiced in traditional ways.
Ⅱ.七选五
Before we even realize it’s happening，slowly but surely，we start losing confidence in
who we are and what we do.You’re not alone. 1 Below are simple steps that it offers to help
you restore confidence quickly.
Figure Out the Root Cause.Knowing why you’re losing confidence is key to reversing that
downward spiral(螺旋)．Not only will it get your confidence back but also it will strengthen it in
the process.So，take the time to become aware of your environment，your thoughts，your
behaviors，and your relationships. 2
Strike a Pose.Simply put you stand straight，take up some space，put one hand on each
hip，chin tilted upward，breathe in，and be present.Hold this pose for a few minutes. 3 Our
attitudes often follow our behaviors，her research suggests，meaning that assuming the body
language of a powerful person can make anyone who does it feel more confident.
4 Losing confidence means you’ve given your power away.And one of the fastest ways
to take back your power is to utter a tiny two-letter word：NO.Practice saying “no” at least
once a day.It can be to your own judging voices of doubt，or it can be to the external factors
you’ve identified that have caused you to lose confidence.It ， along with these other
suggestions，is a very powerful step in restoring your confidence.
Losing Confidence in Ourselves Happens. 5 I bet if you ask the people closest to you in
your life，they’ll shrug and nod，letting you know that they’ve experienced self-doubt and a
loss of confidence，too.It’s part of being human and part of living this thing that we call life.
A．Just Say “No”．
B．You will benefit from it in the long term.
C．They may help you find out your mistakes.
D．It’s happened to me on more than one occasion.
E．It’s one of the power poses suggested by social psychologist Amy Cuddy.
F．In that case，you can identify the negative influences that need to be addressed.
G ． According to the online therapy platform Better Health ， everyone lacks confidence
occasionally.
