1．What do we know about the tour?

　　A．School teachers will go on the tour as well.

　　B．It includes fishing, bicycling and canoeing.

　　C．Non­members of the club can also join the tour.

　　D．It was started by Redland Oaks Junior High School.

　　C　[细节理解题。 由第一段的最后一句可知，非俱乐部会员也可以参加这次旅行。]

　　2．What is the main aim of the nature tour?

　　A．To practice canoeing.

　　B．To take pictures of birds.

　　C．To find something interesting.

　　D．To watch many kinds of birds.

　　D　[细节理解题。 由第二段中的"The main focus of the nature tour will be to observe the various species of birds found in the area."可知，这次旅行的主要目的是观察各种鸟类。]

　　3．Students are expected to ．

　　A．bring life jackets and a notepad

　　B．prepare sun protection equipment

　　C．learn the safety rules by themselves

　　D．ask questions about their favorite birds

　　B　[细节理解题。由倒数第二段中的"Students，however，will need to supply...do not forget this equipment."可知，学生需要准备防晒用品。]

　　B

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