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With yearround sunshine，postcardworthy white sand and impossibly blue ocean waters，the breathtaking scenery and authentic cultural experiences along the Belt and Road are among our topselling destinations.To help go beyond your simple sunandsea escape，our travel experts share some holiday activities with you.
Sri Lanka Activities
For unforgettable views of the country's striking landscape，choose to take to the skies and look over the island in a hot air balloon and get unmatched views of the treetopped cliffs below.The clear waters are ideal for snorkelling and diving，and when the surf's up you can ride the waves.
Windsurfing，canoeing and many other water sports are there to enjoy，no matter your skill level.
The Maldives Activities
With Maldives holiday offers，you can experience some of the best diving in the world.Use your resort as a base to discover the underwater world filled with marine life，take barbecues and picnics on deserted sand banks or get a taste of the islands' culture with a trip to a local fishing village.
Abu Dhabi Activities
You can get the best of everything on an Abu Dhabi Holiday，capital of the United Arab Emirates.Go shopping in the city's shiny shopping centres，like Marina Mall and Al Wahda Mall.Climb the world's tallest sand dune，Tel Moreeb or explore the Arabian desert in a more leisurely fashion with a camel ride and a barbecue beneath the stars.
Cyprus Activities
Cyprus is one of the best spots for scuba diving(戴水肺潜水) in Europe，but if you prefer to stay above the surface，there is wind surfing and sailing.On land，the country's mountains offer the perfect place for walking and hiking，and even birdwatching in the forest places.
【语篇解读】 本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了“一带一路”沿线的四个国家和城市——斯里兰卡、马尔代夫、阿联酋首都阿布扎比和塞浦路斯的旅游信息。
1．Who are the activities intended for?
A．Travel agents. B．Brave explorers.
C．Potential tourists. D．Green volunteers.
C [目的意图题。根据第一段最后一句“To help go beyond your simple sunandsea escape，our travel experts share some holiday activities with you.”以及各个活动的详细介绍可知，这篇文章是旅游景点推荐。因此这些活动是为了吸引游客。故选C。]
2．Which of the following offers a bird'seye view experience?
A．Cyprus Activities.
B．Sri Lanka Activities.
C．Abu Dhabi Activities.
D．The Maldives Activities.
B [细节理解题。根据Sri Lanka Activities部分第一句“For unforgettable views of the country's striking landscape，choose to take to the skies and look over the island in a hot air balloon and get unmatched views of the treetopped cliffs below.”可知，Sri Lanka Activities提供俯瞰体验。故选B。]
3．What is listed in both The Maldives Activities and Cyprus Activities?
A．Riding the waves on the sea.
B．Working out in the mountains.
C．Exploring the underwater world.
D．Experiencing the local customs.
C [细节理解题。根据The Maldives Activities部分第二句“Use your resort as a base to discover the underwater world filled with marine life”和Cyprus Activities部分第一句“Cyprus is one of the best spots for scuba diving in Europe”可知，马尔代夫和塞浦路斯的活动中都可以探索水下世界。故选C。]
