Statistically, air travel is by far the safest way to travel and you can make flying even safer, just by following these simple rules． As your chances of being involved in an air accident are practically nil（零）, many of these rules concern what you should and shouldn’t do to make your journey safer when you are in the air.
●Fly on non-stop routes
Most accidents occur during the take off, climb, descent and landing period of a flight, so flying non-stop reduces your exposure to these complicated procedures.
●Choose larger aircraft
Although small aircrafts have very good safety records, those with more than 30 passenger seats are designed to comply（遵守 ）with much stricter regulations and are tested more regularly to make sure they still comply. Also, in the unlikely event of a serious accident, larger aircrafts provide a better opportunity for passenger survival.
●Pay attention to the pre-flight safety briefing（简报）
The information may seem to be repeated, but it's worth listening to the flight attendants. And even if you have flown before, it doesn't mean you know everything about the aircraft you're on, such as the location of the closest emergency exit.
●Store things safely
Never put very heavy articles in the overhead storage bins. They may fall out when someone opens the bin and cause injury. Also, the bin may not be able to hold heavier objects during the violent movements of air caused by the wind.
●Keep your seat belt fastened while you are seated
Cabin crew always tell you this, but it's important. You could be seriously injured if the plane hits the violent movement of air unexpectedly. Always fasten your seat belt if you are told to. The general rule of flying is this: If you are told to do something, do it first and ask questions later.
●Let the flight attendant pour your hot drinks
Flight attendants are trained to handle hot drinks like coffee or tea in a crowded aisle on a moving aircraft, so allow them to pour the drink and hand it to you. Never ask to take a coffee pot from one of them.
【小题1】What is
the general reason for these air safety rules?| A．What to do in the event of a crash. |
| B．How to avoid sudden change. |
| C．How to improve safety while you are flying. |
| D．How to avoid injury. |
| A．anything the flight staff tell you to do |
| B．general safety advice |
| C．walking around the plane |
| D．pouring hot drinks |
| A．larger planes have more safety checks and are safer in an accident. |
| B．Take-offs are safer on non-stop flights than landing. |
| C．Every aircraft is different, so the safety procedures may be different. |
| D．Seat belts should be worn to protect against sudden change. |
| A．The safest way to travel | B．Air safety tips |
| C．Non-stop Routes | D．How to take a plane |
The freezing Northeast hasn’t been a terribly fun place to spend time this winter, so when the chance came for a weekend to Sarasota, Florida, my bags were packed before you could say “sunshine”. I left for the land of warmth and vitamin C(维生素C), thinking of beaches and orange trees. When we touched down to blue skies and warm air, I sent up a small prayer of gratefulness. Swimming pools, wine tasting, and pink sunsets(at normal evening hours, not 4 in the afternoon) filled the weekend, but the best part- particularly to my taste, dulled by months of cold- weather root vegetables- was a 7 a.m. adventure to the Sarasota farmers’ market that proved to be more than worth the early wake-up call.
The market, which was founded in 1979, sets up its tents every Saturday from 7:00 am to 1 p.m, rain or shine, along North Lemon and State streets. Baskets of perfect red strawberries, the red-painted sides of the Java Dawg coffee truck; and most of all, the tomatoes: amazing, large, soft and round red tomatoes.
Disappointed by many a broken, vine-ripened(蔓上成熟的) promise, I’ve refused to buy winter tomatoes for years. No matter how attractive they look in the store, once I get them home they’re unfailingly dry, hard, and tasteless. But I homed in, with uncertainty, on one particular table at the Brown’s Grove Farm’s stand, full of fresh and soft tomatoes the size of my fist. These were the real deal- and at that moment, I realized that the best part of Sarasota in winter was going to be eating things that back home in New York I wouldn’t be experiencing again for months.
Delighted as I was by the tomatoes in sight, my happiness deepened when I learned that Brown’s Grove Farm is one of the suppliers for Jack Dusty, a newly opened restaurant at the Sarasota Ritz Carlton, where- luckily for me- I was planning to have dinner that very night. Without even seeing the menu, I knew I’d be ordering every tomato on it.
【小题1】What did the author think of her winter life in New York?
| A．Exciting. | B．Boring. |
| C．Relaxing. | D．Annoying. |
| A．Having a swim. |
| B．Breathing in fresh air. |
| C．Walking in the morning sun. |
| D．Visiting a local farmer’s market. |
| A．They are soft. | B．They look nice. |
| C．They taste great | D．They are juicy. |
| A．Go to a farm. | B．Check into a hotel. |
| C．Eat in a restaurant. | D．Buy fresh vegatables. |
The US is home to many vast parks that provide a refreshing respite (暂息) from the stresses of daily life.
Lake Houston Wilderness Park
◆4,787 Acres
◆Location: 30 minutes north of downtown Houston, Texas
Lake Houston is the only park in the city of Houston’s park system that allows overnight camping. The entire place is heavily wooded with some bodies of water and it is home to different species of animals. Park authorities encourage visitors to practice caution since the place is also home to numerous species of snakes.
People visit this place to get in touch with nature and enjoy cabin life, canoeing, and hiking.
Forest Park
◆5,172 Acres
◆Location: in the northwest corner of Portland, Oregon
Forest Park is a popular place for runners, and hikers, and covered in thick woodlands that act as the city’s air purifier.
And it is home to hundreds of species of birds and more than 60 species of mammals.
Lake Stanley Draper
◆6,190 Acres
◆Location: in Southeast Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
It has many facilities that allow visitors to enjoy the water and the company of friends and family.
An extensive trail system spreads across heavily wooded areas. Mountain bikers love the rugged landform that offers a thrilling escape through thick forests, curves, and slopes.
Jefferson Memorial Forest
◆6,218 Acres
◆Location: 15 miles south of downtown Louisville, Kentucky
It allows urban dwellers a quick escape without leaving the city. Some trails go through the thick forest and some small streams. There’s a quaint fishing lake, a conference center, and recreational facilities.
【小题1】What is special about Lake Houston Wilderness Park?| A．People can camp overnight. | B．It has many kinds of animals. |
| C．It is easy for people to exercise. | D．People can enjoy cottage life here. |
| A．Forest Park. | B．Lake Stanley Draper. |
| C．Jefferson Memorial Forest. | D．Lake Houston Wilderness Park. |
| A．There are more than 60 species of mammals. |
| B．They can be accessed from within the city. |
| C．They can be found just outside city limits. |
| D．There are many recreational facilities. |
The South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona will be open with limited services. Here’s how it will work, according to a statement from the park:
The south entrance (near Tusayan) will be open from 4 to 10 a.m. Visitors who are inside the park by 10 a.m. can remain until sunset.
Admission fees can be paid by way of machine at the gate (the entrance booths will not be staffed) or by purchasing a pass in advance at third-party sellers such as the Valle Travel Stop at State Route 64 and U.S. 180 or in Tusayan at the Grand Canyon Chamber & Visitors Bureau, Grand Canyon IMAX Theater, Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel or Red Feather Lodge.
What will be open at Grand Canyon
Day hiking on inner canyon trails
Limited food and beverage service at Market Plaza, Bright Angel Bicycles, EI Tovar patio and nearby hotels. Bring you own water and snacks just in case.
Bicycle and wheelchair rentals at Bright Angel Bicycles.
The Rim Trail and Greenway Trail system outside of the residential area.
Desert View Drive is open as far east as Navajo Point, where vehicles will have to turn around.
What will be closed
The cast entrance and Desert View Watchtower area.
Visitor centers, museums and shuttle buses.
Hotels, restaurants, campgrounds, camper services and trailer village.
Center Road and access through the South Rim residential housing area.
The North Rim, Colorado River and the Tuweep area of Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument.
More: Grand Canyon's North Rim closed indefinitely Visit nps.gov/grca for more information.
For questions about backcountry reservations, email grca_bic@nps.gov.
Reach me at jill.cassidy@arizonarepublic com or follow me on Twitter@JillHikes.
【小题1】How can the visitors gain access to the park?| A．By buying a pass on the spot. | B．By paying the guard on duty. |
| C．By paying fees via machine. | D．By applying for free admission. |
| A．Hike after sunset. | B．Rent a bike. |
| C．Visit a museum. | D．Go camping. |
| A．visit nps.gov/grca | B．email grca_bic@nps.gov |
| C．enter jill.cassidy@arizonarepubric.com | D．focus on Twitter@JillHikes |
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