2024-2025学年江西省九江市永修县第二中学高三上学期12月月考英语试题（含答案）

江西省九江市永修二中2024-2025学年度上学期12月阶段测试 高三英语试题 时间：120分钟 满分：150分 二、阅读理解（每小题2.5 分，满分50分） A Lonely Planet’s Top Places to Go in 2024 Are you looking for inspiration for your next travel destination Lonely Planet has published its yearly list of top places to go. Whether you’re looking for adventure, culture, or value, there’s something for every type of traveler. Let’s explore the top picks for travel destinations in 2024. Top City: Nairobi Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, was chosen for its unique music and dance culture, and impressive local restaurants. Nairobi National Park, just a short drive out of the city’s central business district, is a must see, where visitors can see over 400 species wandering the open grass plains while skyscrapers twinkle on the horizon. Top Sustainable Travel Destination: Spain The publisher also recommended Spain for the country’s efforts to expand renewable energy, to develop off-season travel, and to bring tourism to new destinations, such as the port city of Valencia, easing pressures on hot spots such as Barcelona. Top Best-Value Location: The American Midwest The American Midwest, including the cities of Chicago and Detroit, is also on the list, as it offers a high-quality travel experience at a reasonable cost. Visitors can enjoy excellent services and facilities, such as old warehouses transformed into art studios, new eco-design hotels, and Michelin-starred restaurants, without having to spend too much money. Top Beach Destination: Donegal Donegal, Ireland’s most northwestern county, has the country’s longest coastline and over100 beaches, where visitors can enjoy the highest sea cliffs in Europe and miles of beautiful coastal hiking trails. 21. What can people do in Nairobi National Park A. Enjoy adventure activities. B. Taste local delicious dishes. C. See various wild animals. D. Observe excellent facilities. 22. Why is The American Midwest considered to be the Best-Value Location A. It has simplified entry procedures. B. It offers cost-effective experiences. C. It combines art with natural scenery. D. It provides good transportation services. 23. Where can we read the passage A. In a travel guide B. In the science fiction C. In a history book D. In a sports magazine B 61-year-old farmer, Cliff Young showed up to the most grueling (艰辛的) footrace in Australia-875 kilometers-in overalls and gumboots (橡胶靴). He went on to win in record time without any training, beating out best athletes. Back in 1983, the Westfield Sydney to Melbourne Ultramarathon, which began and ended randomly in mall parking lots, had never been completed in less than seven days. But the world’s best runners showed up to prove their courage. As the race began, the runners left Cliff in the dust. Many spectators must have thought Cliff was a promotion for the race who would soon drop out. But when other racers paused to get some sleep before the next grueling day, Cliff kept on, makin ... ...