【题目】The Best of Alaska
Nothing evokes(唤起)Alaska like a whale exploding out of the water or an eagle pulling a silver fish from the river.Combine these images with high mountains,brilliant icebergs and wonderful meals and you really do have the Best of Alaska! Join us for an unforgettable 7-day excursion(远足)to the last frontier!
Highlights(集锦):
JUNEAU: Juneau,the state capital,is rich in culture and scenic beauty.It is here that we start and end our trip.
HAINES: Haines is a small community located along the fjords(峡湾).The natural beauty and expansive wilderness found here have made Haines a premier center for adventure in Alaska.
ALASKA INDIAN ARTS: Alaska Indian Arts is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to the preservation and continuation of traditional native craft and culture of the Northwest Native Tribes.We spend a few hours learning carving,native beading(玻璃珠)and culture from these master artists.
SKAGWAY: Skagway is a lively town,which still reflects its gold rush roots and contains colorful shops.In Skagway,we stop by the Klondike Gold Rush National Park Visitor's Center and ride the White Pass Yukon Route Railway.
GUSTAVUS: Gustavus is the gateway to Glacier Bay National Park.We'll stay at a comfortable lodge here for two nights.This will be the base for both the whale-watching excursion and a full day cruise(巡游) in Glacier Bay.
DATES/PRICES:
2014: May 16,June 20,July 18,August 15.
7 days—$3,500,including lodging,all meals,excursions,guides,park fees,sales taxes,and transportation between Juneau,Skagway,Haines,and Gustavus.Not included: Alcohol,personal items,airfare to and from Juneau.
Contact:
Email: info@alaskamountainguides.com
Call: 18007663396
Write: Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School
P.O.Box 1081,Haines AK 99827
【1】You can watch a whale exploding out of the water at ________.
A. Glacier Bay National Park
B. the Klondike Gold Rush National Park
C. the White Pass Yukon
D. the fjords
【2】According to the advertisement,the participants of the excursion ________.
A. will spend one day experiencing the local culture at Alaska Indian Arts
B. can contact Alaska Mountain Guides & Climbing School by email or fax
C. are able to experience some adventurous activities in Haines
D. can get lots of traditional native artwork free of charge
【3】Which of the following requires a participant to pay additional fees?
A. Going from Gustavus to Juneau by train.
B. A full day cruise in Glacier Bay.
C. Having the last supper at Juneau.
D. Flying from Juneau to his hometown.
【4】It is known from the advertisement that________.
A. the native culture of the Northwest Native Tribes is dying out
B. Juneau,as the state capital,is much more beautiful than Haines
C. Skagway was the richest town of Alaska in the past
D. Alaska is famous for its culture,history and natural beauty
【答案】
【1】A
【2】C
【3】D
【4】D
【解析】就在世博会刚刚落下帷幕几天后,上海市政府和迪士尼公司宣布上海迪士尼乐园项目正式启动。
【1】A 细节理解题。根据HIGHLIGHTS中对Gustavus这个景点的介绍,“This will be the base for both the whalewatching excursion...”可知答案。故A项正确。
【2】C细节理解题。根据对Haines 的介绍The natural beauty and expansive wilderness found here have made Haines a premier center for adventure in Alaska。可知游客可以在这里探险。故选C。
【3】D 推理判断题。根据日期/价格介绍中的“Not included: alcohol,personal items,airfare to and from Juneau.”可知,旅游费用不包含从Juneau往返各地的机票钱,故选D项。
【4】D 推理判断题。通读全文A,B,C项并没有直接提到,D项是总结性的句子各景点包含了人文,景观和自然景观。故选D。
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