Question

【题目】There are an unbelievable number of reasons to go to Greece; just like there are an unbelievable number of things to do once a traveler arrives there. Here is a look at just some of the great historical things to see when on holiday in Athens, Greece.

Agora

Agora lies in ruins now, but during its glory days it was a lively and active open marketplace where Greeks came to buy, sell, and exchange their goods and services. Agora has ties to common people of ancient Greece. Guided tours are available and there is also a small museum with many artifacts from this area on display.

Parthenon

One of the most famous landmarks in Athens is the legendary Parthenon. This building is still today admired by architects who are appreciative of the decorative design, as well as the engineering involved in its construction. Those interested in history will be impressed beyond belief with the opportunity to see this historic structure up close and personal.

Temple of Olympian Zeus

One of the most impressive monuments to see up close is the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Many people see this monument from far away, or even from the window of a taxi, and never stop for a first hand look themselves. This is a huge mistake as the size of it cannot truly be appreciated without visiting it up close.

Odeum of Herodes Atticus

Built into the hillside and providing a nice view of Athens is the Odeum of Herodes Atticus. This theater was constructed in the second century and was an important gathering place for both the upper and lower classes. It holds a little over 5,000 people, located just below the Acropolis, and is still used for performances to this day.

【1】What did the ancient Greeks do in Agora?

A. They toured around.

B. They did business.

C. They visited museums.

D. They prayed for blessings.

【2】Who will show the most interest in Parthenon?

A. Building designers.

B. Electrical engineers.

C. Ordinary visitors.

D. Religious people.

【3】How can visitors fully appreciate the Temple of Olympian Zeus?

A. By looking in the distance.

B. By visiting up close.

C. By taking a bird’s-eye view.

D. By. seeing through a taxi window.

【4】In what way is Odeum of Herodes Atticus different from the others?

A. It has great historical value.

B. It has ties to common people.

C. It still serves its original purpose.

D. It is famous for its architecture.

Answer 1

【答案】

【1】B

【2】A

【3】B

【4】C

【解析】本文介绍了希腊的一些可供游客游览的历史遗迹。

【1】细节理解题。由Agora lies in ruins now, but during its glory days it was a lively and active open marketplace where Greeks came to buy, sell, and exchange their goods and services.可知，古希腊人去Agora做生意，选B。

【2】推理判断题。由This building is still today admired by architects who are appreciative of the decorative design, as well as the engineering involved in its construction.可知，帕特农神庙至今仍受到建筑师们的赞赏，他们对装饰设计以及建筑方面的工程都很欣赏。故可推知建筑师应该会对帕特农神庙最感兴趣，选A。

【3】细节理解题。由One of the most impressive monuments to see up close is the Temple of Olympian Zeus.和This is a huge mistake as the size of it cannot truly be appreciated without visiting it up close.可知，选B。

【4】细节理解题。由It holds a little over 5,000 people, located just below the Acropolis, and is still used for performances to this day.可知，Odeum of Herodes Atticus的不同之处在于，它仍然按照它的最初的建造目的服务着，选C。