Some American National Parks
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
The 28th American president Theodore Roosevelt established the park to escape the reminder of his mother and wife, who died of illness on the same day. The park has three main areas -- the South Unit, the North Unit, and the Elkhorn Ranch（大农场） Unit. In the South Unit, visitors can drive along the Scenic Loop road. It offers many places to see wildlife and the surrounding badlands. Many visitors st op to look at Painted Canyon（峡谷）. Trails near the canyon offer visitors a chance to see animals, from the huge American bison to small black-tailed prairie dogs. The North Unit also offers several hiking trails. The third area of the park is what Roosevelt described as his "home ranch."
Olympic National Park
The park is located in the western state of Washington. It is on the Olympic Peninsula, in the northwest part of the state. The park covers more than 400,000 hectares. It has several different ecosystems. Visitors will find temperate rainforests, glacier-covered mountains, and almost 120 kilometers of wild coastline. Olympic National Park has meadows and lakes. It has glacier-fed rivers and mountain peaks that rise more than 2,300 meters. To protect the nature of the area, President Grover Cleveland declared the Olympic Peninsula's forests as the Olympic Forest Reserve in 1897. And in 1938, President Franklin Roosevelt signed the bill that established the Olympic National Park.
Voyageurs National Park
The state of Minnesota is known as the land of 10,000 lakes. Voyageurs National Park covers almost 88,500 hectares. About half of that surface is water. Much of the park is accessible only by boat. President Richard Nixon signed the bill that finally established Voyageurs as a national park in 1971. Nature and art meet at the Ellsworth Rock Gardens in the park. A carpenter and artist from Chicago named Jack Ellsworth built a summer home. He designed, built and created about 200 rock sculptures from native stone. Voyageurs National Park may be best seen at night. The most special light display on Earth is sometimes visible at Voyageurs.
Petrified Forest National Park
The word "forest" may mislead visitors. The park is in a desert. And the word "petrified" -- which can mean "afraid"-- may scare visitors away! But fear not. "Petrified Forest" gets its name from the trees that have, over millions of years, turned to stone. That natural process is called fossilization (化石化). The Petrified Forest National Park is one of the wonders of Arizona. The oldest geological formations in the park are about 227 million years old. Differently colored formations show different time periods. Long before humans entered the area, dinosaurs dominated. Petrified Forest National Park is a world-class area for fossil research.
【小题1】If a traveler is interested in animal fossils, which park is the best choice?| A．Olympic National Park | B．Petrified Forest National Park |
| C．Voyageurs National Park | D．Theodore Roosevelt National Park |
| A．People can experience different ecosystems within it. |
| B．The park was established by an American president. |
| C．Visitors can appreciate sculptures and light show. |
| D．Visitors can get close to various wild animals. |
| A．Petrified Forest National Park | B．Olympic National Park |
| C．Theodore Roosevelt National Park | D．Voyageurs National Park |
How to spend an unforgettable weekend in Prague
A weekend trip to Prague is just enough time to enjoy the historical sites, fun activities and the local food. The list here will help you decide where to stay, where to eat, and where to go on your weekend in the magical city of Prague.
Prague Old Town
The most central place in Prague, Old Town is where most of the sightseeing attractions are. There are various hotels around this area and depending on what you’re looking to spend, there is something for everyone. As for food, there are many cafes and restaurants around this area, so you never have to go too far for delicious Czech food. The best part? The Central Railway Station is only a 10-15 minute walk away, making it easy for you to go outside the city as well.
Sightseeing
Prague is a city of historical charm (魅力) that exists perfectly with the modern world that has been built around it. In the daytime, there is nothing better than walking around the city and taking in the wonderful sights. You can walk around Old Town, walk over the Charles Bridge, or visit Prague Castle.
Activities
The city is full of different parks and attractions that can help you pass the time and have fun at the same time. If you’re looking for a family-friendly activity, you can go Paintballing at the Prague Playground which lets you run around as much as you want. If you’re interested to explore, you can also be a part of the bike tour that goes to the Karlstejn Castle.
Now that you know where to stay, what to do, and where to party, go forth and enjoy your weekend in Prague!
【小题1】What is the best part for tourists in Prague Old Town?| A．Cafes are open all the time. |
| B．They can buy whatever they want. |
| C．Old Town is near the railway station. |
| D．They can see the most beautiful attractions. |
| A．Going Paintballing. |
| B．Visiting Prague Castle. |
| C．Going to the Karlstejn Castle. |
| D．Walking over the Charles Bridge. |
| A．A news report. | B．A novel. | C．A magazine. | D．A book review. |
Dining Room：Breakfast is served in the dining room from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Also the room staff（服务员）may bring breakfast to your room at any time after 7 a.m. If this happens, please fill out a card and hang outside your door when you go to bed. Lunch is from 12 to 2:30 p.m. Dinner from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Room service：This operates 24 hours a day; phone the reception desk, and your massage will be passed on the staff.
Telephones: To make a phone call. Dial（拨）“0”for reception and ask to be connected. We apologized for delays if the lines are very busy. These are also public telephones near the Reception Desk. Tell Reception if early calls are needed.
Shop: The hotel shop is open for presents, gifts and goods from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Laundry: we have a laundry in the building, and will wash, iron and return your clothes within 24 hours, ask the room staff to collect them.
Bar（酒吧）：The hotel bar is open from 12 to 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Banking: The reception staff will cash cheques and exchange any foreign money for you.
【小题1】You would see this notice .
| A．in a hotel bar | B．in a hotel dining room |
| C．in a bedroom of a large international hotel | D．at the entrance of a small family hotel |
| A．Go to the hotel shop | B．Go to the hotel bar |
| C．Hang a message outside your door | D．Phone Reception |
| A．tailor’s shop | B．operating room | C．clothes shop | D．wash house |
| A．the hotel offers at least seven kinds of services |
| B．it’s not convenient (方便) to stay up in the hotel |
| C．you’ll have trouble without the money of the country the hotel belongs to |
| D．you can shop at any time inside the hotel |
Not too hot, not too cold. Spring is the perfect time to visit Europe for ideal weather. The best European countries to visit in the spring include: France, Netherlands, Slovakia, Romania, Czech Republic and so on.
France
One of the most tourist-packed countries in Europe, France offers lesser crowds and more excellent weather during the spring months. Just outside of Paris are the impressive castles and country houses of Sceaux, where the cherry blossom can easily be seen in spring.
Netherlands
The Netherlands is well-known for its vast fields of flowers, making spring a perfect time for a Dutch holiday. The tulip fields in the Noordoostpolder are a must, as well as flower fields in Flevoland and Kop van Noord-Holland. In Veluwe National Park, tourists will be rewarded with the sight of red deer eating grass. A trip to the Netherlands would, of course, be incomplete without a visit to Amsterdam. The lesser crowds and lovely weather of spring make it the perfect time to explore Amsterdam’s canals.
Slovakia
Slovakia is a wonderfully diverse country with rich cultural history and awe-inspiring natural sites. Slovak Paradise is a natural park that offers 19 nature reserves and over 350 caves. Due to its hot summers and cold winters, spring is a perfect time to explore all that Slovakia has to offer.
Romania
Romania hosts a variety of great cultural sites and lively cities, especially attractive during spring months. The Statue of King Decebalus, a 141-foot-high upper part of Decebalus carved into the side of a rock, is a wonderful attraction. Brașov Old Town is one of Europe’s most charming destinations for those looking to escape the capital city of Bucharest.
Czech Republic
Due to its impossibly preserved Gothic architecture, Prague is widely regarded as the most impressive city in Europe. As such, summertime will be characterized with crowds that can ruin the romance with which you should experience Prague. May in the Czech Republic offers perfect not-too-hot, not-too-cold weather. This makes for ideal conditions to cross Charles Bridge and tour Prague Castle.
【小题1】If one wants to appreciate flowers, he will most probably go to ______.| A．France | B．Netherlands | C．Romania | D．Czech Republic |
| A．France and Romania | B．Romania and Slovakia |
| C．Slovakia and Czech Republic | D．France and Czech Republic |
| A．They are packed with more crowds in spring than in other seasons. |
| B．Tourists can travel in ships when visiting Romania and Netherlands. |
| C．Travellers can catch sight of and feed wild animals in these countries. |
| D．Slovakia is an amazing place where tourists can enjoy natural beauty. |
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