While traveling alone has some disadvantages, it’s well worth the journey. And, if you’re looking for some travel inspiration on international destinations that are perfect for solo traveling, we’ve got your four.
Canada is well-known for being one of the friendliest countries in the world. Eat your way through Toronto and test your fear of heights walking 116 stories above the ground on the CN Tower’s Edge Walk. Traveling in Canada is easy, safe, and dynamic.
Amsterdam’s canal ring is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. In the warmer months, you’ll want to visit the flea markets, parks, and dine alfresco. You’ll be amazed to find there are more bicycles than there are people in Amsterdam.
Nature enthusiasts will find much to explore in Iceland, a country full of volcanoes and glaciers (but a lack of forests! ). Tour the Golden Circle and visit the famous Blue Lagoon. Iceland is one of the safest countries in the world to visit, making it a top choice for this list.
Visiting Japan without going to Kyoto would be a big mistake. Gion, Kyoto’s geisha district, is highlight. You’ll see Zen gardens, temples, and sake bars as well as casual Japanese bars.
Costa Rica is known for its tropical beaches and rich forests. It’s an adventurer’s dream place, with lots of hiking, surfing, and boating opportunities. Costa Rica is a safe country to visit, outside of the possible sun burn, and you may experience the Pura Vida lifestyle that the country is known for.
1.Which is the best place to test your courage?
A.The CN Tower’s Edge Walk.
B.Kyoto’s geisha district.
C.The Blue Lagoon.
D.Amsterdam.
2.If you want to go to a forest and have adventures, which country should you go?
A.Canada. B.Iceland.
C.Costa Rica. D.Japan.
3.What’s the main purpose of the text?
A.To introduce some places in the world.
B.To show solo travelers places to visit.
C.To describe beautiful scenery around the world.
D.To point out some places people should not miss.
假如你是李华，获悉中国日报(China Daily)将举办“最美中国”(Amazing China)手机摄影大赛。请写封邮件建议你的美国留学生朋友George参加，邮件内容包括:
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Dear George,
How is everything going?
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Yours,
Li Hua
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Years ago, all my parents were involved in a serious car accidents. Uncle Bob took on the role as a father to him. I lived with him during that period. He allowed me stay with him though his home was not really bigger. He showed his care and love for me by pay attention to my health, education and what I needed at that time. I really appreciated the time he spent with me. We used to go on the trips together. We would just spend days either playing our guitars and reading our favorite car magazines. I always felt gratefully towards him. He was like a father figure who will always give me encouragement.
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Most of us are familiar with the “Silk Road”, a network of land trading routes which connected northwestern China to Europe since the Han dynasty. With its recent 1. (popular), you may have heard of the “Ancient Tea Horse Road” as well, another network of land trading routes that connected China to various 2. (part) of Asia and Europe before sailing became common. Historically, the “Ancient Tea Horse Road” is no less 3. (value) than the “Silk Road”. And because of their respective locations, sometimes the “Ancient Tea Horse Road”4.(refer) to as the “Southern Silk Road”.
The “Ancient Tea Horse Road” got its name as Chinese tea and horses were the main products 5. (buy) and sold along the route. Historians have traced the origins of the “Ancient Tea Horse Road” back to the Tang dynasty, 6. tea was being transported out of Yunnan to Beijing, Tibet, and other places. The “Ancient Tea Horse Road” was 7. (far) developed during the Song and Ming dynasties, and remained 8. busy trading route all year round until the Qing dynasty.
The “Ancient Tea Horse Road” serves 9. not only a trading route, but also a bridge connecting different races -- such as Han and the Tibetan people. It is located near the “Roof of the World”, and is where many minority groups are located, 10. (make) it a spot of many attractions.
Our apartment has been hit by a “hurricane”. Every bit of furniture is _______ with paper chains, scissors, tape and modeling clay. _______, I’m so exhausted tonight, recovering from a surgery.
The phone rings—for the sixth time in less than an hour. We know it is my mother, again. A stroke claimed her brain, but not her life. She is troubled by a severe mental _______— She has no idea that she has _______ the things she is about to say a million times. Nor can she recall I had a _______.
Each time she calls, I play a game with _______ called “How Good a Person Can I Be?” I’ve won five rounds of the game tonight; I am due for a _______ this time.
“Mom!” I _______. “You are not being removed from your home! And we visited two days ago!” Silence. Then:
“I was only calling to say hi.” My mother continues, “Why are you yelling?”
I sink into the couch, aware that my daughter is _______. She hears me scold my mother and lose my _______. I have not only failed at being a good person; I have failed at being a good _______ to my daughter.
“Can I talk to Grandma Ellie?” My five-year-old _______ the phone. _______, I hand it over.
Then, I hear my mother _______ through the receiver. “Sweetheart! How are you? Did you go to school today?”
What magic is this? All she says is “Hi, Grandma,” Out of the phone comes a waterfall of good _______. My mother tells her how much she loves her and how lovely her voice sounds.
I am not tired or angry; I am _______ inside, watching my kindergartner _______ her fragile grandmother with such skillfulness. I’m fascinated by their _______.
The mess in our apartment still _______ around me. I listen to my daughter whispering to her grandmother, caring for her with extreme _______.
1.A.covered B.decorated C.mixed D.filled
2.A.What’s more B.Above all C.Worse still D.Needless to say
3.A.disorder B.fitness C.performance D.function
4.A.created B.completed C.confirmed D.repeated
5.A.stroke B.surgery C.headache D.problem
6.A.my daughter B.myself C.my mom D.my grandma
7.A.success B.winner C.quarrel D.fall
8.A.whisper B.explain C.yell D.promise
9.A.imitating B.witnessing C.laughing D.sleeping
10.A.belief B.face C.temper D.way
11.A.friend B.companion C.caregiver D.example
12.A.reaches for B.picks up C.plays with D.hangs up
13.A.Excitedly B.Aimlessly C.Wordlessly D.Unwillingly
14.A.call out B.break down C.give up D.set out
15.A.ideas B.cheers C.relationship D.applause
16.A.shocked B.weak C.firm D.soft
17.A.teach B.bother C.handle D.acknowledge
18.A.exchange B.declaration C.voices D.behavior
19.A.counts B.settles C.expands D.disappears
20.A.conditions B.confidence C.efforts D.patience
Kids with special needs refer to any kid who might need extra help because of a medical,emotional,or learning problem.For example,kids who cannot walk need wheelchairs.They not only need equipment that helps them get around,but they might need to have ramps（坡道）or elevators available.1.
Kids with an illness would have special needs,too2.Kids with sight problems might need Braille books to read.Kids with hearing problems might need hearing aids.
3.It might be harder to do normal things,like learning to read or just getting around the school.The good news is that parents,doctors,nurses,teachers,and others can help.The goal is to help kids be as independent as possible.
Other kids can also be a big help.How?By being a friend.Kids who use a wheelchair or have lots of health problems want friends just as you do.But meeting people and making friends can be difficult.4.Be sure to tell a teacher if you see someone being bullied（欺辱）or teased.
5.Being friendly to kids with special needs is one of the best ways to be helpful.As you get to know them they may help you understand what it's like to be in their shoes.And you'll be helping fill a very special need,one that everybody has-the need for good mends.
A.Some kids might laugh at or make fun of them.
B.It is good manners to offer help to kids with special needs.
C.Life can be challenging for a kid with special needs.
D.They also might need to get a special bus to school.
E.They might need medicine or other help as they go about their daily activities.
F.Also,try to be helpful if you know someone with special needs.
G.Someone could have trouble with anxiety,but you wouldn't know it unless told about it
