BORDERCROSSINGSWhile there are no restrictions on the amount of money that you c

BORDERCROSSINGSWhile there are no restrictions on the amount of money that you c

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BORDER
CROSSINGS
While there are no restrictions on the amount of money that you can bring across the border, you must report to both the US and Canadian border
services amounts equal to or greater than $10.000.
PERSONAL EXEMPTIONS(免税)ON PURCHASES
AMERICANS RETURNING TO THE US
Less than 48 hours: $ 200 US
48 hours or more:  $ 800 US duty-free personal exemption.
next $ 1.000 US at 3%
Including up to 100 cigars and 100 cigarettes.
CANADIANS RETURNING TO CANADA
Less than 24 hours: $ 50 CAN
48 hours or more:  $ 400 CAN
Including up to 100 cigars and 200 cigarettes.
7 days or more: $ 750 CAN
Including up to 100 cigars and 200 cigarettes.
DOCUMENTATION NEEDED FOR BORDER CROSSING
LAND OR SEA TO THE US(INCLUDING FERRIES)
A valid passport or passport card, or a NEXUS card.
(A NEXUS card is a Trusted Traveler Program that provides quick travel for pre-approved, low risk travelers through special lanes.)
A recent Washington State, New York or BC driver’s license.
Note: Children 15 years of age and younger require only a birth certificate or copy.(Certified copies are not required but are advised.)
AIR TRAVEL TO THE US
A valid passport, an Air NEXUS card, or a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Document.
小题1:If a Canadian who is on a 7-day trip to New York buys $ 800 CAN worth of goods, how much should he pay tax on when returning home?
A.$ 800 CANB.$750 CANC.$ 400 CAND.$ 50 CAN
小题2:For an American citizen on a 2-day tour of Canada, how much tax does he have to pay on $ 1.600 US worth of purchases when returning to the US?
A.$ 24 USB.$ 48 USC.$52 USD.$ 200 US
小题3:What documentation should a couple with a 7-year-old child carry when they drive a car from Canada to America?
A.A BC driver’s license, an Air NEXUS card, and a birth certificate.
B.An Air NEXUS card, a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Document, and a birth certificate.
C.Two valid passport cards and a certified copy of a birth certificate.
D.A NEXUS card, a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Document., and a certified copy of a birth certificate.

答案

小题1:D
小题2:A
小题3:C
解析

试题分析:本文属于广告类短文阅读,主要介绍了过边界时所要注意的诸多事项。
小题1:D 选D。根据文中Canadians Returning To Canada 的要求$750 CAN是免税的,所以只需交$50 CAN的关税
小题2:A 选A. 根据文中Americans Returning To the US 的要求$800 US 免税,而next $1000US at3% 得知除800以外的800到1000以内需交3% 800乘以3%=24
小题3:C 选C 根据题目中hey drive a car from Canada to America,用排除法可排除两项A,B,而D错在a certified copy
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Every year holidays Broughton teams up with Sopraviva Trekking to offer twelve days of unforgettable adventure in a tropical rain forest.Depending on where this year’s rain forest adventure is located, you may be going to Borneo, Malaysia ,Indonesia,or even to the greatest rain forest of them all, the mighty Amazonian forest.
You will fly with your fellow adventurers to one of our special base camps at the edge of the forest, where you will be given five days of survival training ,and talks on the local wildlife by trained and experienced experts.You will also go on walks which take you deeper and deeper under the forest canopy until on your final night you camp out in the rain forest itself.
Then you transfer by bus into the forest itself.If you go on one of the Asian holidays, you will have to walk the final miles to the camp site itself, to avoid disturbing the local ecology.All of the Sopraviva sites have been carefully built to conform with the latest regulations, and to cause the minimal amount of disturbance to the local wildlife.
From the camp ,you will go on daily walking tours to experience for yourself the beauty and diversity of the forests, and plants and vegetation that can be found nowhere else on the planet.Remember that these adventure holidays take you deep into the wilderness ,and they are not suitable for families with young children or for anyone who is not physically able to meet the demands of this kind of adventure.Also remember that in order to preserve the delicate ecological system that you will be walking through ,no more than two dozen guests can stay at any camp at one time, so if you want to go on one of these very special holidays ,you will need to book early!
小题1:If you want to go on the camp ,you will first have to          
A.attend talks on the local wildlife
B.have survival training
C.walk the final five miles
D.book beforehand
小题2:What does the organizer of the camp mainly stress?
A.Disturbing the local ecology.
B.Preserving the forest environment.
C.Private possessions and possible dangers.
D.The survival training
小题3:Go on daily walking tours and you’ll enjoy         
A.the wilderness B.the Amazonian forest
C.the Asian forestD.the forest canopy
小题4:Which of the following people is/are allowed to enter the forest?
A.A family with young kids.
B.A person with physical problems.
C.Walking tourists.
D.Cyclists.
小题5:Which of the following is true of the holiday camp?
A.It is free of charge
B.It lasts 12 days.
C.It is organized by Broughton.
D.It attaches little importance to ecology.

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More than 50 people have responded to an advertise for "one of the most relaxing jobs on the market" - a bathtub TESTER.
Bathstore is seeking a Bathroom Executive Officer (BEO) to test their range of products.
It is sure to give the perfect candidate a stress-free life and possibly some pruned fingers and toes.
And 12 month contract role pays a yearly salary of £6,000, plus bathroom installation worth £6and products worth £4,000 to trial.
For those expecting an easy life, this job isn"t all about splashing around in the suds or playing with a rubber duck.
The successful applicant will be responsible for providing written reports and analysis on the overall bathing experience.
However, all that boring stuff can be done from the comfort of your own home.
That"s because Bathstore will regularly install their new baths into the BEO"s home "ensuring that this is one job that can be taken lying down".
Before you apply, make sure you meet the criteria, which is to be laid back, relaxed and bubbly!
Bathstore"s chief marketing officer Claire Bayliss said: "We are dedicated to making dream bathrooms easy, from design to installation, and this appointment demonstrates our commitment to deliver quality products and expert advice.
"We"ve already received some great applicants for the BEO position and will be looking to produce a short-list in the upcoming weeks.
"We"re really looking forward to filling the role and won"t rest until we find the right candidate".
Other possible best jobs in the world range from a chief funster to a taste master.
小题1:what is the advantage of the job for the perfect candicate?
A.He will lead a stress-free life.
B.He can have their fingers and toes washed.
C.He can do the job at home.
D.He can do the job comfortably.
小题2:How much money will the successful candidate earn per year?
A.more than£6,000B.no more than£4,000
C.less than £6,000D.as much as £4,000
小题3:What should the successful applicant do for the job?
A.deliver quality products and expert advice.
B.write reports and analyse the overall bathing experience.
C.install the new baths into their homes.
D.advertise the new baths according to their experience.
小题4:What can be inferred from the passage?
A.The job is not as relaxing as the advertisement says.
B.No people have applied for the job.
C.The company will have a rest until we find the right candidate
D.Claire Bayliss is in charge of designing and installing the bathtub.
小题5:What is true according to Claire Bayliss?
A.Before you apply, make sure you meet the criteria .
B.They have found the right candidate.
C.Expert will give them advice on how to design the bathtub.
D.They are committed to delivering products of high quality.

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Every day we are adding more and more vacation ideas, destinations, tours, and articles. As you explore our website,you will find there is an ever-growing collection of things that will help make your vacation easier and more affordable.
We change our featured destinations very frequently so be sure to keep coming back to see what new ideas we have for your family vacation.We feature a different state,park, and city destination on the front page of the website.These change frequently, so be sure to sign up for our newsletter so you can be sure to keep up with all the new information.
Another great feature we are offering is Guest Articles.These may come from a travel professional,author, parent or child about their travel ideas or offers.These informative articles are great to read and are perfect for discovering valuable tips and tricks for the travel less stressful.Plus,in many articles you will discover some hidden gems(珍品)that you probably miss if you did not know about them.
One of the best things about our website is our ability to get you discounted Tours and Attraction Passes to the places you want to go most.This is a fantastic way to plan ahead and have your tours and passes paid for and pick them up before you leave your home.Now that is a helpful way to go.These programs can save you over 50%of what you could expect to pay when you arrive.And,we are adding new tours and programs every week.Be sure to check it out.
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小题1:Which of the following shows the organization of the text?(P=Paragraph)


小题2:What does the writer want to do by writing this text?
A.To give people tips on family vacations.
B.To offer travelers featured destinations.
C.To attract readers to surf a tourist website.
D.To introduce hidden gems for traveling.
小题3:What can we learn from Guest Articles?
A.steps to sign up for the family vacation website.
B.Tips on keeping up with new travel information.
C.Tips and tricks for a comfortable trip.
D.Tricks for enjoying a free family vacation.
小题4:Which isn’t the benefit that the website brings to us?
A.We can get discounted Tours and Attraction Passes
B.We can get some information of new tours and programs
C.We can have our Passes in hand when starting off.
D.We can enjoy a family vacation with leg work.

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Teen Climbing Camp 2010
This 5-day climbing camp is suitable for teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 who have an interest in rock climbing. The climbing days are designed for beginners and those who have some basic experience in a gym or outdoors. Participants will find themselves challenged physically and mentally.
Rock Dimensions camps are designed to be a positive and memorable experience by providing healthy communication between participants, individual goal setting, and challenges that lead to personal growth.
Dates
Monday, June 29-Friday, July 3
Monday, July 27-Friday, July 31
Locations
Climbing Tower at Footsloggers
Linville Gorge and Table Rock area
Local climbing areas near Boone
Responsibilities
Participants will meet Rock Dimensions guides at our location each morning and at the end of each  day. Rock Dimensions will provide all climbing items, including a safety rope, a helmet and climbing shoes for each participant. Participants are responsible for bringing their own lunch, water, small backpack, appropriate clothing, and personal items like sun cream, etc.
Pre-camp planning
Participants will receive the following information in their registration(注册) packet Medical Form, Responsibility Agreement, Clothing/Equipment List, and Directions.
Cost
$575/person for the 5-day camp
$325/person for the first 3 days
Anyone interested in participating in just the last two days of the camp should call to discuss pricing and necessary skills/experience.
小题1:According to the text, Rock Dimensions camps will _______.
A.probably impress participants deeply
B.provide a few competitions
C.help the participants set their life goals
D.check the records of personal growth
小题2:What of the following do participants need to bring with them?
A.A safety rope. B.A helmet.C.Climbing shoes.D.Appropriate clothing.
小题3:If Paul wants to participate in the climbing camp from July 27 to July 29 and his brother from July 27 to July 31, it will cost them _______.
A.575 dollarsB.650 dollarsC.900 dollarsD.1,150 dollars
小题4:What can we infer from the text?
A.Some experience is required of the participants.
B.It’ll be hard for teens to experience the climbing.
C.Parents are required to stay with their children.
D.Guides will talk about the prices with parents.

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