
育達系列 7 創新研發
▲ 閱讀下文,回答第 37-41 題
With summer vacation right around the corner, many people are planning to travel
abroad. Some of them take an overseas trip with their friends and family while others join
package tours to visit foreign countries. Nowadays, many young people prefer a
backpacking trip abroad. Since backpacking is a new form of tourism and getting more
popular among young people, experienced travelers have some suggestions for those
would-be backpackers.
First, plan your budget and prepare the required travel documents. You need to figure
out in advance how much your trip may cost you. Remember to check with banks and find
out the usage of ATM cards and the exchange rate so that you have enough money before
the trip. Then, make sure to have travel documents such as a passport and visa on hand. It is
also good to leave a copy of these documents to a family member whom you can contact in
case of emergency.
Second, choose accommodation that is close to public transportation. In Taiwan, for
example, backpackers can easily travel by using such public transportation systems as
trains, buses, the High Speed Rail, and the Mass Rapid Transit in major cities. With
convenient transportation, backpackers can save their time and energy to move from nearby
stations to hotels, hostels, or tourist attractions.
Third and finally, do not be shy; try to make friends, taste the local food, and visit
sightseeing spots when you arrive at a destination. In this manner, your adventures will help
you experience more about foreign cultures and lifestyles, thus helping you feel refreshed
both physically and spiritually.
Go ahead and take on the backpacking challenge. It is certainly a chance for you to
prove yourself ready for this new style of tourism.
37. What is the main purpose of the passage?
(A)To give safety tips for all travelers.
(B)To offer useful advice to backpackers.
(C)To introduce foreign cultures and lifestyles.
(D)To pick the best places for backpackers to visit.
38. According to the passage, which of the following is true about backpacking?
(A)It has been a form of travel since the late twentieth century.
(B)It takes more time to backpack in the summer than in the winter.
(C)It is one option for young people to spend their summer vacation.
(D)It requires students to work and support themselves while traveling.