《2025年走进重高培优讲义八年级英语上册人教版浙江专版》

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Imagine travelling to a new place but still feeling like you're at home. Sounds impossible? The Home Exchange Vacation Club makes it a reality!
The idea of home exchange vacations began in Europe about fifty years ago. At that time, some teachers dreamt of exploring Europe but couldn't afford hotels. So, they came up with a clever idea. They made friends in different European cities. When these teachers travelled, they stayed in their friends' houses and even cooked their own meals. In return, when their friends visited the teachers' hometowns, they stayed in the teachers' houses. This way, both sides saved a lot of money on accommodation(住宿). With the money they saved, they could visit more places and have longer vacations.
Soon, this idea grew into the Home Exchange Vacation Club. Teachers and other travellers from around the world joined. Today, the club has members in over fifty countries, including China.
How does it work? Imagine you want to visit Paris. You find a member in Paris who wants to visit your city. You agree to stay in each other's houses during your trips. It's like having a local host who can give you tips on the best places to visit. Plus, staying in a local house gives you a real taste of the local life. You can explore neighbourhoods like a local, visit markets and even meet new friends.
Home exchange isn't just about saving money. It's about experiencing a new culture in a deeper way. It's about creating memories that last a lifetime. So, the next time you plan a trip, why not try a home exchange? It might just change the way you travel forever!
( )5. Why did the teachers come up with the home exchange idea?
A. Because they wanted to make new friends.
B. Because they couldn't afford hotels.
C. Because they liked cooking their own food.
D. Because they wanted to visit more cities.
( )6. How does the writer explain the Home Exchange Vacation Club in Paragraph 4?
A. By telling stories.
B. By giving examples.
C. By listing numbers.
D. By making comparisons.
( )7. Which is the best title for the passage?
A. The Magic of Home Exchange Vacations
B. The Easiest Way to Travel Abroad
C. The Special Experience in France
D. The Importance of a Vacation Club

答案： 5.B 6.B 7.A