Question

Tibet's capital city Lhasa is labeled one of the most dreamed-about cities in the world.

May to July is the best time to visit Lhasa.

The Potala Palace is considered to be a model of Tibetan architecture. It has 13 storeys. It was first constructed in 641, by Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo, in order to welcome his bride, Princess Wencheng of the Tang Dynasty. This structure was later burned to the ground during a war and rebuilt in the17th century by the Fifth Dalai Lama. Over the past three centuries, the palace has gradually become a place where the Dalai Lama lives and works and a place for preserving the remains of previous Dalai Lamas.

Admission: 200 yuan (May 1-Oct 31); 100 yuan (Nov 1-Apr 30)

Namtso, or Lake Nam, is one of three holy lakes in the Tibet autonomous region and should not be missed by any traveler to the region. In Tibetan, Namtso means "Heavenly Lake". It is famous for its high altitude and imposing scenery. It is the second largest salt lake in China.

Admission: 120 yuan (May 1-Oct 31); 60 yuan (Nov 1-Apr 30)

Barkhor is a small neighborhood consisting of ancient streets and a public square surrounding Jokhang Temple in the old area of Lhasa. The oldest street appeared about 1,300 years ago. The streets are filled with a religious atmosphere and show the original Lhasa. Shops offer prayer wheels, chubas (traditional Tibetan clothing), Tibetan knives and religious article.

Admission: Free

The Tibet Museum is the first large and modern museum within the Tibet autonomous region. It was set up in October 1999, with a permanent collection related to the cultural history of Tibet. The museum displays more than 1,000 artifacts, including Tibetan art and architectural design.

Admission: Free

1.The best time of the following to visit Lhasa is in ______

A.April B.June C.August D.September

2.Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo built The Potala Palace to ______

A.welcome his bride B.live and work there

C.show the original Lhasa D.preserve the remains of previous Dalai Lamas

3.Mr Smith wants to learn more about the history of Tibet, he can visit ______.

A.The Potala Palace B.Namtso C.Barkhor D.The Tibet Museum

4.Mr Wang is going to visit these four places next winter holiday with his wife. He can at least save ______ yuan

A.160 B.220 C.320 D.380

5.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A.The Potala Palace was rebuilt by the fourth Dalai Lama. B.Namtso is the largest salt lake in China.

C.You can enjoy the original Lhasa in Barkhor. D.You can see about 1,000 artifacts in the Tibet Museum.

Answer 1