C

Cancun is a seaside town in Mexico, where most tourists come here to enjoy the beach, water sports and night life. In fact, it is so modern and Americanized that you might think you were in southern California or Florida.

But just a short two-hour hike from the town lie the ruins of the city of Chichen-Itza, one of the capitals of the lost Maya(瑪雅)civilization. The center of the ruins of this city is the pyramid of El Castillo. The ancient Mayan religious people climbed this pyramid during festival to honor the Sun god. Tourists today climb it to view the architectural achievements of Chichen-Itza and to prove their fearlessness of heights and steep (陡峭的)climbs. There is a sign in Spanish, admonishing visitors “It’s dangerous to go up.” I gladly ignored it and started my climb.

The climbing was tough. The steps were higher than one might normally take., but the climb was not fearful at all. From the top of the pyramid, I had a wonderful view of the ruins of this Mayan city. What was most striking to me was that just beyond the ruins of splendid structures, gardens, temples and what looks like a modern sports stadium, you could only see forests for miles and miles. It was almost as if some race had mysteriously come out of nowhere, built it up and then suddenly disappeared from the planet, leaving only stones in its space.

The only remains on the top of the pyramid were the Temple of Kukulcan. During the festivals to worship the Sun god, only the high ranks would have the right to enter this temple.

After shooting a few pictures, I realized it was time to go down. Only then did I discover that what people fear about the climb is not the trip going up, but the way going down. I saw a few brave souls who were walking down as if they were in their own house. Looking down at the steepness of the pyramid, I desperately feared this great height. My first desire was to joke with a few people, “Where is the elevator(電梯)?” I figured that a civilization that was this advanced would have had the foresight(預(yù)見(jiàn)) to construct an elevator. Lacking such modern equipment, I had to use the chain provided by the Mexican tourist authorities and climb down on all fours.

My climb was complete eventually. I quickly got on the bus back to my comfortable hotel. Leaving the ruined city, I was still wondering what possibly happened long ago. But a few hours later, I was back in the modern world drinking cocktails on the beach, bathing in the sunshine before boarding the plane and waiting for my trip back home to the US, where all the modern things such as elevators are available!

57. Why did the writer pay a visit to the ruined city of Chichen-Itza?

A. He wanted to climb the pyramid of EL Castillo and know about the Mayan civilization.

B. He would got to the Temple of Kukulcan to attend a religious festival to honor the Sun god.

C. He thought the city of Chichen-Itza was quite different from the modern town of Cancun.

D. He was attracted by the ruined ancient buildings there and wanted to take some photos.

58. The underlined word “admonishing” in Paragraph 2 probably means “___________”.

   A. urging          B. forcing          C. warning         D. frightening

59. Which of the following best shows climbing the pyramid of EL Castillo is a difficult task?

   A. The steps are very high and it is much more scaring to climb to the top.

   B. The climbing calls for courage and patience, and also takes a long time.

   C. When tourist climb up to the top, there is no elevator to take them down.

   D. The pyramid is high and steep, and climbing down is much more fearful.

60. From the last paragraph, we can infer that the writer ______________.

   A. had a bad impression of the visit and decided to leave as soon as possible.

   B. thought modernization could offer people comforts and conveniences.

   C. got tired of the modern life and tried a different one in his own way.

   D. enjoyed himself in the climb though it was very tiring and dangerous.

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Jackson ,Tom, Levin, Peter和Helen想根據(jù)各自旅游的興趣(61-65)選擇自己旅游的下一個(gè)城市。閱讀下面各城市的簡(jiǎn)單介紹(A、B、C、D、E和F),選出適合他們興趣的最佳旅游城市,并在答題紙上相應(yīng)選項(xiàng)的標(biāo)號(hào)涂黑。選項(xiàng)中有一項(xiàng)是多余選項(xiàng)。

Bill: I want to go to visit a country, where I can not only enjoy fun things but also see some national parks. I don’t care about whether it has long history or not.

George: I wish I could go to a place with a very long history where I can enjoy warm beaches. At the same time, I can also visit cities well known as romantic ones. 

Franklin: I like hunting and fishing. However, this summer I want to do something for a change. I hope to visit a place with wonderful beaches and also see some ruins left by ancient people.

Louisa: My purpose of traveling is to meet more friendly people, who are easy to get along with. Meanwhile, I want to enjoy their special music. 

Nana: I have traveled to a lot of inland places. This summer I want to have some adventures on wonderful beaches where I can enjoy a variety of water sports.

A

Canada is known for great hunting and fishing, as well as major cities such as Toronto and Vancouver. It also has many interesting natural wonders like Niagara Falls. With two major cultures and languages, French and English, Canada offers a unique cultural experience.

B

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C

Mexico is an excellent place to visit for the traveler looking to both relax and explore. The country offers fantastic beaches and ancient ruins. The city of Cancun is a major city with both ancient Mayan ruins and a large beach. When looking to learn about history, Mexico is a great place to visit as it has ruins left by several different Native American tribes such as the Aztecs and the Mayans. The various resort hotels of Mexico are a great place for the traveler looking to mix relaxation with exploration.

D

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F

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Cancun is a seaside town in Mexico, where most tourists come here to enjoy the beach, water sports and night life. In fact, it is so modern and Americanized that you might think you were in southern California or Florida.
But just a short two-hour hike from the town lie the ruins of the city of Chichen-Itza, one of the capitals of the lost Maya(瑪雅)civilization. The center of the ruins of this city is the pyramid of El Castillo. The ancient Mayan religious people climbed this pyramid during festival to honor the Sun god. Tourists today climb it to view the architectural achievements of Chichen-Itza and to prove their fearlessness of heights and steep (陡峭的)climbs. There is a sign in Spanish, admonishing visitors “It’s dangerous to go up.” I gladly ignored it and started my climb.
The climbing was tough. The steps were higher than one might normally take., but the climb was not fearful at all. From the top of the pyramid, I had a wonderful view of the ruins of this Mayan city. What was most striking to me was that just beyond the ruins of splendid structures, gardens, temples and what looks like a modern sports stadium, you could only see forests for miles and miles. It was almost as if some race had mysteriously come out of nowhere, built it up and then suddenly disappeared from the planet, leaving only stones in its space.
The only remains on the top of the pyramid were the Temple of Kukulcan. During the festivals to worship the Sun god, only the high ranks would have the right to enter this temple.
After shooting a few pictures, I realized it was time to go down. Only then did I discover that what people fear about the climb is not the trip going up, but the way going down. I saw a few brave souls who were walking down as if they were in their own house. Looking down at the steepness of the pyramid, I desperately feared this great height. My first desire was to joke with a few people, “Where is the elevator(電梯)?” I figured that a civilization that was this advanced would have had the foresight(預(yù)見(jiàn)) to construct an elevator. Lacking such modern equipment, I had to use the chain provided by the Mexican tourist authorities and climb down on all fours.
My climb was complete eventually. I quickly got on the bus back to my comfortable hotel. Leaving the ruined city, I was still wondering what possibly happened long ago. But a few hours later, I was back in the modern world drinking cocktails on the beach, bathing in the sunshine before boarding the plane and waiting for my trip back home to the US, where all the modern things such as elevators are available!
57. Why did the writer pay a visit to the ruined city of Chichen-Itza?
A. He wanted to climb the pyramid of EL Castillo and know about the Mayan civilization.
B. He would got to the Temple of Kukulcan to attend a religious festival to honor the Sun god.
C. He thought the city of Chichen-Itza was quite different from the modern town of Cancun.
D. He was attracted by the ruined ancient buildings there and wanted to take some photos.
58. The underlined word “admonishing” in Paragraph 2 probably means “___________”.
A. urging          B. forcing          C. warning         D. frightening
59. Which of the following best shows climbing the pyramid of EL Castillo is a difficult task?
A. The steps are very high and it is much more scaring to climb to the top.
B. The climbing calls for courage and patience, and also takes a long time.
C. When tourist climb up to the top, there is no elevator to take them down.
D. The pyramid is high and steep, and climbing down is much more fearful.
60. From the last paragraph, we can infer that the writer ______________.
A. had a bad impression of the visit and decided to leave as soon as possible.
B. thought modernization could offer people comforts and conveniences.
C. got tired of the modern life and tried a different one in his own way.
D. enjoyed himself in the climb though it was very tiring and dangerous.

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【小題1】 Bill: I want to go to visit a country with a relatively short history, where I can not only enjoy fun things but also see some national parks.
【小題2】George: I wish I could go to a place with a very long history where I can enjoy warm beaches. At the same time, I can also visit cities well known as romantic ones. 
【小題3】Franklin: I like hunting and fishing. However, this summer I want to do something for a change. I hope to visit a place with wonderful beaches and also see some ruins left by ancient people.
【小題4】Louisa: My purpose of traveling is to meet more friendly people, who are easy to get along with. Meanwhile, I want to enjoy their special music. 
【小題5】Nana: I have travelled to a lot of inland places. This summer I want to have some adventures on wonderful beaches where I can enjoy a variety of water sports.

A.
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B.
The United States has many of the top tourist locations in the world. Visiting the US offers a historical view of a relatively young country. Its youth is marked by fun things to do in cities like Orlando, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and New York where theme parks, museums, and entertainment are the top America tourist attractions. The states in New England offer a good deal of locations that are great to visit if a tourist is looking to learn about US history. The western United States is home to many national parks and natural geologic formations. When looking for a relaxing tropical vacation. Hawaii is the destination many Americans choose.
C.
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D.
Greece, Italy, and Spain offer warm beaches and thriving cities for the person looking to relax. The warm beaches and resorts along the Mediterranean are perfect for relaxation and fun. The Romantic cities of Venice and Paris are excellent for tourists looking to go on a romantic getaway. The exciting and historical sites of Vienna and London can be great for the traveler looking to have fun and just do some sightseeing. The colder regions of Norway, Switzerland, and Sweden are great for travelers looking for winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, or relaxing near the fireplace while the snow falls.
E.
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F.
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第二節(jié):Bill, George, Franklin, Louisa 和 Nana 想今年夏天外出旅游。閱讀下面有關(guān)六個(gè)旅游目的地的介紹(A、B、C、D、E和F),選出適合他們?nèi)サ牡胤,并在答題紙上將相應(yīng)選項(xiàng)的標(biāo)號(hào)涂黑。選項(xiàng)中有一項(xiàng)是多余的。

         Bill: I want to go to visit a country with a relatively short history, where I can not only enjoy fun things but also see some national parks.

         George: I wish I could go to a place with a very long history where I can enjoy warm beaches.At the same time, I can also visit cities well known as romantic ones.

         Franklin: I like hunting and fishing.However, this summer I want to do something for a change.I hope to visit a place with wonderful beaches and also see some ruins left by ancient people.

         Louisa: My purpose of traveling is to meet more friendly people, who are easy to get along with.Meanwhile, I want to enjoy their special music.

         Nana: I have travelled to a lot of inland places.This summer I want to have some adventures on wonderful beaches where I can enjoy a variety of water sports.

A

         Canada is known for great hunting and fishing, as well as major cities such as Toronto and Vancouver.It also has many interesting natural wonders like Niagara Falls.With two major cultures and languages, French and English, Canada offers a unique cultural experience.

B

         The United States has many of the top tourist locations in the world.Visiting the US offers a historical view of a relatively young country.Its youth is marked by fun things to do in cities like Orlando, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and New York where theme parks, museums, and entertainment are the top America tourist attractions.The states in New England offer a good deal of locations that are great to visit if a tourist is looking to learn about US history.The western United States is home to many national parks and natural geologic formations.When looking for a relaxing tropical vacation Hawaii is the destination many Americans choose.

C

         Mexico is an excellent place to visit for the traveler looking to both relax and explore.The country offers fantastic beaches and ancient ruins.The city of Cancun is a major city with both ancient Mayan ruins and a large beach.When looking to learn about history, Mexico is a great place to visit as it has ruins left by several different Native American tribes such as the Aztecs and the Mayans.The various resort hotels of Mexico are a great place for the traveler looking to mix relaxation with exploration.

D

         Greece, Italy, and Spain offer warm beaches and thriving cities for the person looking to relax.The warm beaches and resorts along the Mediterranean are perfect for relaxation and fun.The Romantic cities of Venice and Paris are excellent for tourists looking to go on a romantic getaway.The exciting and historical sites of Vienna and London can be great for the traveler looking to have fun and just do some sightseeing.The colder regions of Norway, Switzerland, and Sweden are great for travelers looking for winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, or relaxing near the fireplace while the snow falls.

E

         The splendid tourist destination of Pattaya in Thailand offers travelers a range of attractions.The Pattaya tourist attractions highlight the rich history and culture of this beautiful beach resort.Travelers will have endless pristine beaches to sunbathe or relax.There are also various types of water activities.Tourists can enjoy the various water sports such as water skiing, scuba diving, windsurfing and snorkeling.Elephant Village has in store for you all the fun you ever dreamed of.You can enjoy thrilling expeditions on elephant back, trekking though the jungle, rafting on the lake, riding on ox cart and enjoying elephant shows.

F

         Rio de Janeiro, the city itself being one of the world’s tourist attractions, is extraordinary.Just taking in the eye candy of a city surrounded in green mountains, covered in Atlantic rainforest, and the samba music on all the happy faces of the cariocas (people born and raised in Rio) is revitalizing! The Brazilian population.They are quite something else.They are curious, open- minded, helpful and smiling people, easy to get into contact with.You can enjoy the most famous beach in the world.

 

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