the city of Kalgoorlie on Wednesday evening. When they did not show up, Mrs McDonald's brother told the local police.

　　A spokesperson from the rescue team that discovered the McDonalds' vehicle said that the family planned carefully for their desert trip. They knew that they needed to stay with their vehicle instead of setting out to seek help, and they did the right thing by lighting a fire as a signal to attract attention.

　　When it comes to making a desert trip, the spokesperson also suggested bringing warm clothing for the cold nights and light clothing, hats, and sunscreen for the hot days. Besides, travelers should have a well-stocked survival kit (装备) including a first-aid kit, map, matches or lighter, and a knife. They should also make sure to pack plenty of food and water, spare tires (轮胎), and fuel. The spokesperson's final suggestion was to tell a friend or family member about your travel plans.

　　After the unpleasant experience, John McDonald told reporters that he had read quite a lot about desert survival before coming to Australia. He knew that if they had tried to walk to the nearest town, they would not have been able to carry enough water and that they had to cut down on what they ate, because digestion requires a great deal of water.

　　Mr McDonald said he was extremely happy to see the rescue team and thankful that his family had survived. When asked what advice he could share with other possible desert travelers, Mr McDonald said, "Don't panic. Stay where you are and wait to be rescued. " This trip through the Australian desert is one vacation the McDonald family will never forget!

4. Where was the McDonald family on Tuesday?

A. In an Australian desert.

B. In the city of Kalgoorlie.

C. At a local police station.

D. At the town of Laverton.

【答案】A

【解析】细节理解题。根据第一段中的"... their vehicle broke down in a desert area ninety miles north of the town of Laverton. This happened on a Tuesday..."可知, 周二的时候McDonald一家正被困在澳大利亚的一个沙漠里。

5. What did the McDonald family do when their car broke down?

A. They set out to ask for help.

B. They walked to the nearest town.

C. They sent out a signal and waited for rescue.

D. They lit a fire to keep themselves warm.

【答案】C

【解析】细节理解题。根据第二段中的"stay with their vehicle"和"they did the right thing by lighting a fire as a signal to attract attention"可知, 当车在沙漠抛锚后, McDonald一家发出了求救信号并在原地等待救援。

6. In Paragraph 3, the spokesperson mainly ________.

A. gave tourists tips on visiting Western Australia

B. provided details on how to prepare for desert travel

C. gave instructions on surviving in terrible conditions

D. described how the McDonald family survived in the desert

【答案】B

【解析】段落大意题。根据第三段中的"When it comes to making a desert trip, the spokesperson also suggested...Besides, travelers should...The spokesperson's final suggestion was to..."可知, 发言人在第三段主要谈到准备沙漠旅行的细节问题。

7. What is John McDonald's suggestion on a desert trip?

A. Prepare a special vehicle for it.

B. Never try to make a desert trip alone.

C. Try to cross a desert in a suitable season.

D. Stay calm if you are trapped in the desert.