15.In summer,some people avoid outdoor activities because they don't want to get hot and sticky or sun burnt.Luckily,there are some outdoor activities which don't involve breaking sweat.
River rafting
Hot summer weather and cool water-what a perfect match!River rafting can be both scenic and exciting.When the raft follows a gentle stream,the views of the countryside or valley is like a traditional Chinese painting.And when you enter white water where the riverbed creates a natural roller coaster,you feel a rush of adrenaline (腎上腺素).Paddle your raft to the riverbank to have a picnic or barbecue which will taste best when you are starving.
Where to find:River rafting trips are usually on offer in mountainous or valley regions such as the Three Gorges.
Tips:Wear a helmet and life jacket at all times; bring enough sunscreen; and bring lots of water.
Caving
People say that the only naturally air-conditioned place in summer is a big cave.It is true.Cave tours featuring light shows are old hat.Now it's time to wear a lamp on your helmet like a mineworker to explore caves in darkness.Exploring unknown caverns and navigating underground rivers is what makes caving so thrilling.Plus,caving can be a very healthy sport,for the oxygen level is usually higher so basically you are having an oxygen spa as the bonus.
Where to find:caving can be very risky,so consult local travel agents and go in groups with professional cavers.
Tips:Follow your guides; drink enough water to avoid dehydration(脫水); and wear strong and not easily damaged hiking boots.
Coastal walking/cycling and beach activities
For those who live far away from mountains,coastal regions and beaches are good places to spend time in the summer.With sea breezes in your hair,it is nice to take a hike or cycle ride while enjoying the coastline.If you want to be sportier,try beach games,such as soccer and volleyball.It's a totally different experience from playing on hard courts or grass.
Where to find:Just go to the beach or find an urban artificial beach such as the one in Chatoyant Park in Beijing or the man-made lake beach in Wuhan.
Tips:Loads of sunscreen needed; water and snacks are necessary; be aware of jellyfish and garbage floating in the water.
5.What does the underlined words"old hat"in paragraph 5mean?A
A.Out of fashion.
B.Out of the way.
C.A particular fashion.
D.A unique style.
6.Helen lives in a big city,where is the best place for her to spend weekends?C
A.A riverbank.
B.Underground rivers.
C.An urban artificial beach.
D.Mountainous areas.
7.If you love river rafting trips,you canD.
A.go to the beach
B.explore caves
C.do some outdoor activities
D.drift the boat downstream
8.What is specially needed to explore caves?B
A.An oxygen spa.
B.A professional caver.
C.A lamp.
D.A helmet.
分析 這是一篇說明適宜夏天的戶外活動的說明文,分別具體介紹了河上漂流,洞穴探險,海邊散步,海邊騎車兜風和海灘活動等.
解答 ACDB
5.A 推斷理解題.根據(jù)第五段"Cave tours featuring light shows are old hat.Now it's time to wear a lamp on your helmet like a mineworker to explore caves in darkness"可知,這些燈光表演已經(jīng)過時,所以選A.
6.C 推理判斷題.根據(jù)"For those who live far away from mountains,coastal regions and beaches are good places to spend time in the summer."可以推斷大城市的人可以去周邊的人造海灘,所以選C.
7.D 推斷理解題.根據(jù)題干"If you love river rafting trips"可知喜歡河上漂流,只有選項D,使船順流而下漂流是類似活動,所以選D.
8.B 事實細節(jié)題.,根據(jù)第六段"caving can be very risky,so consult local travel agents and go in groups with professional cavers."可知,探索洞穴很危險,需要專業(yè)的探險人員陪同,所需選B.
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