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【题目】Here are some recommendations for tourists to choose from.

Banff, Canada

Banff, located in the Rockies, has a view of tall mountains, deep valleys and lakes, making it the first town to become part of the country’s national parks. Tourists can enjoy its beauty by hiking, horse riding and boat trips. Banff was founded in 1883 while a railroad was in construction. It was the water springs that drew the engineers’ attention to the place as a settlement. With such a fantastic view, it’s no surprise that Banff hosts a number of cultural festivals.

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal, with the warmest winters of any major European city.

Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The former was built in the 16th century as a symbol of Portugal’s Extraordinary Age and the latter is one of the greatest examples of the Portuguese late-Gothic style of architecture. The Lisbon Oceanaium is among Europe’s finest aquariums. The Museum Calouste Gulbenkian is among the best museums in Europe containing priceless artworks covering 4000 years from ancient Egyptian times to the late 20th century.

Portland, US

Portland is frequently recognized as one of the world’s most environmentally-friendly cities because of its well-built pavements, large community of cyclists and convenient public transportation. Us climate is ideal for growing roses and it’s called the “City of Roses”. Besides, the seaport is also known as a city of beer: it has the largest number of beer breweries（啤酒厂）of any city in the world. Today’s Portland is better known for its music. It’s called “the capital of karaoke” and “one of the most exciting music scenes” in the US.

Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux attracts tourists with its rich cultural heritage, especially its wealth of architectural treasures. Besides the Cathedral of Saint Andrew dating back to 12th century, the Basilica of Saint Michael is another one of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It took 200 years to build from 14th to 16th centuries. Other significant buildings include the Grand Theater built in 1780 in the new Classical style and the Stone Bridge built in 1821.

【1】What may be the main reason for Banff to host a number of cultural festivals?

A. It’s the first town in the country’s national parks.

B. It provides impressive view with its natural beauty.

C. It provides horse riding, winter sports and boat trips.

D. Its water springs drew engineers to build a railway here.

【2】What can we know about Lisbon?

A. Lisbon enjoys the warmest winters of all European cities.

B. The Lisbon Oceanaium is recognized as the world’s finest aquarium.

C. The Museum Calouste Gulbenkian is one of the largest museums in the world.

D. Jeronimos Monastary is typical architecture of the Portuguese late-Gothic style.

【3】Where are tourists likely to be impressed by UNESCO World Heritage Sites?

A. Banff and Portland. B. Lisbon and Bordeaux.

C. Portland and Bordeaux. D. Lisbon and Banff.

Answer 1

【答案】

【1】 B

【2】 D

【3】 B

【解析】

本文是一则广告。作者提供了一些旅游景点供游客选择。

【1】细节理解题。根据第一段最后一句With such a fantastic view, it’s no surprise that Banff hosts a number of cultural festivals.可知，Banff举办一些文化节的主要原因是它的自然美给人留下深刻的印象。故选B。

【2】细节理解题。根据第二段中Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The former was built in the 16th century as a symbol of Portugal’s Extraordinary Age and the latter is one of the greatest examples of the Portuguese late-Gothic style of architecture.可知，Jeronimos修道院是葡萄牙晚期哥特式建筑风格的典型建筑。故选D。

【3】推理判断题。根据Lisbon, Portugal中Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. 和Bordeaux, France中的Bordeaux attracts tourists with its rich cultural heritage, especially its wealth of architectural treasures.可知，Lisbon 和 Bordeaux.的游客可能会对联合国教科文组织的世界遗产留下深刻印象。故选B。