FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) about visiting Hong Kong:
Q: When is the best time to visit Hong Kong?
A: Hong Kong is an all-year-round destination. It enjoys a mild(温和的) climate from the middle of September to the end of February, while the weather from May to mid-September can be hot. About 80% of Hong Kong’s rainfall occurs between May and September, with August usually the wettest month.
Q: Do I need a visa to visit Hong Kong?
A: Visitors from most countries can enter Hong Kong without a visa for period of seven days to 180 days, depending on nationality. You may check with the Hong Kong Immigration Department for details of visa requirements.
Q: How is the local public transport?
A: Hong Kong has an excellent public transport system, with most transportation air-conditioned. Depending on where you are going, you have a choice of MTR, trains, buses, trams, ferries and taxis. The clean and efficient means of transport cover all areas of Hong Kong, and have signs in English and Chinese.
Q: Is Hong Kong safe for visitors?
A: Yes, Hong Kong is one of the safest cities in the world even at night, when people may walk alone with confidence. To ensure your stay is a pleasant one, always take care of your belongings.
Q: Is English widely spoken?
A: Yes, particularly in places frequently visited by visitors. You should have no problems communicating with people in most hotels, shops, restaurants and even taxis.
1.If you want to enjoy pleasant weather, when can you visit Hong Kong?
A. In spring or summer. B. In autumn or winter.
C. In spring or autumn. D. In summer or winter.
2.How many of Hong Kong’s means of transport are mentioned?
A. Four. B. Five. C. Six. D. Seven.
3.What can we know about Hong Kong from the FAQs?
A. Visas are required for many visitors to Hong Kong.
B. Hong Kong is a safe place for visiting.
C. The use of English is quite limited.
D. The public transport means have signs in Chinese only.
When you are travelling in Asia, do what the local people do: get on a motorbike and hit the road. Here are some suggestions on destinations you can hit on your next vacation.
Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Many people go to Yogyakarta to watch the sunrise in Borobudur, the largest Buddhist（佛教的）monument in the world. But Yogyakarta has much more to see. There are endless rice fields, many small villages and plenty of roads, ready to be explored. You can also visit the famous Hindu temple Prambanan.
Luang Prabang, Laos
Walking in the streets of Luang Prabang, you will be approached by travel agents offering package tours. Say no and enter the first stop where there is a motorbike to rent and a good map to sell. It is much more fun to tour by yourself. You can take your time and go to Kung Si and Tad Sae, two amazing waterfalls. The road cuts through forests and mountains, offering you surprising landscape along the way.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai is right in the middle of the highest mountains of Thailand, so it’s not surprising that the city’s surroundings display amazing natural beauty. Forests, strawberry fields and rivers are all around you. Another good option is to climb 9 miles up the mountain to visit the holy temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of the most famous temples in the city.
Lake Maninjau, Indonesia
It just takes several hours to tour the whole Lake Maninjau, the huge lake formed by a volcano crater(火山口) in Sumatra, Indonesia. Around the lake, there is nothing but small fishermen’s villages, rice fields and schools, and the road is never busy. Get ready to see many smiles and curious faces.
1.If you go to Yogyakarta, you can ________.
A. watch some famous waterfalls B. see many smiles and curious faces
C. visit the largest Buddhist monument D. experience a very busy city life in Asia
2.What advice does the author give you if you are taking a trip to Luang Prabang?
A. Ask travel agents for information. B. Avoid shopping in the local shop.
C. Travel with someone else. D. Turn down package tours.
3.Where should you go if you’re interested in the temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep?
A. Yogyakarta. B. Luang Prabang. C. Chiang Mai. D. Lake Maninjau.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.What kinds of stories can be heard in the program Talk Face-to-Face??
A. Stories about different countries.
B. Stories about people’s work and life.
C. Stories about making money.
2.When is the program Sport News?
A. At 6:00p.m. B. At 6:40 p.m. C. At 7:40 p.m.
3.Which program is the most popular?
A. Talk Face-to-Face.
B. Beijing News.
C. Tell Me Your Problems.
4.Who will come to the program Talk Show?
A. Some children.
B. Famous writers.
C. Some stars.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What is the woman interested in now?
A. Jumping. B. Running. C. Swimming.
2.Who runs the fastest?
A. Amy. B. Mike. C. Lily.
3.When did the man win a first prize?
A. Last year. B. Last month. C. Last week.
4.What is true about Lily?
A. She swims fast.
B. She will take part in the long jump.
C. She is in the same class with the woman.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where is the man going?
A. To a lunch meeting. B. To another company. C. To a video store.
2.When will the man call people back?
A. In the afternoon
B. During lunch.
C. Tomorrow.
3.What might be the relationship between the speakers?
A. Husband and wife. B. Teacher and student. C. Boss and secretary.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What’s wrong with the woman?
A. She has a cough. B. She has a headache. C. She has a fever.
2.How many times should the woman take the medicine a day?
A. Twice. B. Four times. C. Three times.
