If you follow these insider tips，your photos will look like you had the place to yourself at the popular tourist attractions.
Vatican Museums:Vatican City
The Vatican draws more than five million people each year，and queues can reach four hours during peak season.Christie Hudson，senior communications manager at Expedia，recommends，choosing a skip-the-1ine tour.“This not only lets you avoid the ticket counter，but also includes the use of a private partner entrance.”Extra time to visit the Sistine Chapel? Yes!
Bamboo Forest:Kyoto，Japan
Bamboo Forest is the most worthy sight in Kyoto.Ⅱyou’re longing to enjoy the pathways and take pictures in total quietness，Kyoto Arashiyama Travel Guide recommends hitting the famous Bamboo Grove Path as early in the morning as possible—think 7 a.m.if you’re up for it.Don’t miss these hidden treasures you can only witness in Japan.
Chichen Itza:Yucatán，Mexico
Home to E1 Castillo and the Temple of the Warriors，Chichen Itza is a must-see.Want to beat the rush? Schedule an early tour that takes place before a site opens to the public.Led by an archaeologist guide，it’s full of fascinating insights and facts—without tons of pack-wearing tourists.
Louvre Museum:Paris，France
The Louvre is one of the most popular museums on the planet.If waiting around in line to get in isn’t the way you prefer to spend your time in Paris，consider purchasing a reserved ticket.This will give you entry to the pyramid within a half-hour window.The Louvre is also open until 9:45 p.m.on Wednesdays and Fridays，if you’re up for some late-night art visits.
1.What is recommended at Vatican Museums by Christie Hudson?
A. Queuing four hours. B. Jumping the waiting line.
C. Taking a skip-the-line tour. D. Visiting the Sistine Chapel.
2.Which of the following are available for early tourists to avoid the rush?
A. Vatican Museums and Bamboo Forest. B. Chichen Itza and Bamboo Forest.
C. Bamboo Forest and Louvre Museum. D. Chichen Itza and Louvre Museum.
3.Who might this passage be intended for?
A. Visitors interested in museums. B. Guides at the tourist attractions.
C. People at the ticket counter. D. Tourists to beat the rush.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.How did Rebecca feel about her job at the big company?
A. It was meaningful. B. It was not satisfying. C. It was interesting.
2.Why did Rebecca open Dog Ma?
A. To adopt homeless dogs.
B. To have other dogs play with her dog.
C. To help dog owners take care of their pets.
3.How much should a dog owner pay for a day at Dog Ma?
A. About 25 dollars. B. About 50 dollars. C. About 75 dollars.
4.What service does Dog Ma offer?
A. Providing dogs with medical care.
B. Picking up dog owners.
C. Bathing the dogs.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.How does the man feel about the technology show?
A. Quite impressed. B. A little disappointed. C. Very confused.
2.Why is the woman concerned?
A. Because she thinks the man is careless about people.
B. Because she has no idea what she will write for her term paper.
C. Because she is afraid using robots might not be good for people.
3.What should China do according to the man?
A. Research the effects of robots on daily life.
B. Become more competitive by using robots.
C. Hire more engineers to develop new technology.
4.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Classmates. B. Shopkeeper and customer. C. Employer and employee.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where does the man plan to attend college?
A. US. B. England. C. Singapore.
2.What does the woman want to do first after graduation?
A. Know some computer scientists.
B. Work for a company.
C. Teach at a university.
3.Which company does the woman like best?
A. Oracle. B. Microsoft. C. Apple.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A basketball game. B. A nature picture. C. A hunting incident.
2.Why is the man surprised?
A. The photographer killed the lion.
B. The lion caught the zebra.
C. The photographer wasn’t hurt.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where does the conversation take place?
A. At a retirement home. B. At a hospital. C. At a hotel.
2.What would the man like the woman to do next?
A. To arrange his furniture. B. To put away his books. C. To bring in his dinner.
