题型：阅读理解 题类：常考题 难易度：普通
天津市第一中学2020届高三上学期英语第二次月考试卷
Antarctica has become one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Since 1969, the average number of visitors to the continent has increased from several hundred to over 34,000 today. All activities in Antarctica are heavily supervised by the Antarctic treaty for environmental protection purposes and the industry is largely managed by the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO).
The first expedition (探险) to Antarctica with travelers was in 1966, led by Swedish explorer Lars Eric Lindblad. He wanted to give tourists first-hand experience of the ecological sensitivity of the Antarctic environment, in order to educate them and promote a greater understanding of the continent's role in the world. In 1969, Lindblad built the world's first expedition ship, the MS Lindblad Explorer, which was specifically designed to transport tourists to Antarctica.
In 1977, both Australia and New Zealand started to offer scenic flights to Antarctica through Qantas and Air New Zealand. The flights often flew to the continent without landing and returned to the departure airport. The experience was an average 12 to 14 hours with up to 4 hours of flying directly over the continent. The flights from Australia and New Zealand stopped in 1980. It was largely due to the Air New Zealand Flight 901 accident on November 28, 1979. In 1994, flights to Antarctica continued again.
Despite the potential dangers and risks, trips to Antarctica continued to grow. According to IAATO, 34,354 travelers visited the continent between 2012 and 2013. Americans contributed to the largest share with 10,677 visitors, or 31.1%, followed by Germans 11.1%, Australians 10.7%, and the British 10.2%. The rest of the visitors were from China, Canada, Switzerland, France and elsewhere.
The cost of a trip to Antarctica can range from as little as $3,000-$4,000 to over $40,000, depending on the scope of transportation, housing, and activity needs. The higher end packages typically involve air transport, on-site camping, and a visit to the South Pole.
Directions Choose a book from the list below and bring it to class by the due date. You will have approximately one trimester，from September 14 to November 16，to read the book and complete your report. It is okay to switch your book if you do not like your original choice. Students are encouraged to check out the book of their choice from the public library.
The purchase of a book is optional.
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Titles |
Author |
Description |
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The Bronze Bow |
Elizabeth GeorgeSpeare |
This story takes place in the first century Israel The main character is a boy, Daniel, whose father was killed by the Romans. This is a touching story of hate, forgiveness, and friendship. |
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Little Women |
Louisa May Alcott |
A heart-warming classic based on the author's family life growing up in a household of four girls each with a unique personality. |
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Traitor：The Case of Benedict Arnold |
Jean Fritz |
This biography of Benedict Arnold shows both good and bad qualities of this interesting figure from the American Revolutionary War. |
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The Bridge of San Luis Rey |
Thornton Wilder |
In search of the meaning of their deaths ^ the narrator tells the stories of five people who die when a bridge collapses. |
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer |
Mark Twain |
The most famous of Mark Twain's book, it tells the story of a high-spirited boy living on the Mississippi River in the late 1800s. |
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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn |
Betty Smith |
This story tells of the difficulties and delights of life for Francie and her Irish family in New York in the early 1900s. |
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Pride and Prejudice |
Jane Austen |
Amusing story of a young woman's adventures and misadventures in the English society of the 19th century. |
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