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Cost of American Wars
War name | Cost of the war | Cost as a percent of annual GDP |
Revolutionary War | US $ 2.2 billion (in 2002 dollars) | 63% |
War of 1812 | US $ 1.1 billion | 13% |
Mexican War | US $ 1.6 billion | 3% |
Civil War | US $ 62 billion | 104% |
Spanish American War | US $ 9.6 billion | 3% |
World War I | US $ 190. 6 billion | 24% |
World War II | US $ 2.9 trillion | 103% |
Korean War | US $ 335.9 billion | 15% |
Vietnam War | US $ 494.3 billion | 12% |
First Gulf War | US $ 76.1 billion | 1% |
Cost of American Wars
war name | cost of the war | cost as a percent of annual GDP |
Revolutionary War | US $ 2.2 billion(in 2002 dollars) | 63% |
War of 1812 | US$ 1.1 billion | 13% |
Mexican War | US$1.6 billion | 3% |
Civil War | US $ 62 billion | 104% |
Spanish American War | US$ 9.6 billion | 3% |
World War I | US$ 190. 6 billion | 24% |
World War II | US$ 2.9 trillion | 103% |
Korean War | US$ 335.9 billion | 15% |
Vietnam War | US$ 494.3 billion | 12% |
First Gulf War | US$76.1 billion | 1% |
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64. Which wars cost more than a year’s worth of the GDP?
A. First Gulf War and World War I. B. The Civil War and World War II.
C. World War II and Revolutionary War. D. Mexican War and Civil War.
65. The American annual gross domestic product in 1951 was _________.
A. 2.239 trillion B.2.9 trillion C. 3.25 trillion D. 76.1 billion
66. Which of the following is NOT TRUE?
A. Mexican War cost more than War of 1812.
B. First Gulf War cost the least in term of the percentage of the annual of GDP.
C. World War II cost more than Korean War.
D. Mexican War cost as much money as Spanish American War.
Scores of farms across he country are opening up to overnight guests.The best have all the appeal of a first-rate inn(小旅馆) — plus here a moo, there a moo.
Sure, you and your kids have a plan for the theme parks.In the meanwhile, why not make a little hay(干草)? Farm stays are fast becoming the great American alternative to the pre-packaged vacation.
LIBERTY HALL FARM
Rochester, Vt.; 802/767-3926; www.libertyhillfarm.com.Adults $75, teens $50, kids 12 and under $35, including breakfast and dinner; shared baths.
Beth and Bob Kennett run a farm straight out of a storybook.You’ll find Beth in the kitchen, rolling out dough(生面团) for a pie.Bob’s busy with other work.Guests sleep in seven sunny bedrooms right in the farmhouse and can participate in any of the farm jobs.Maybe you and your kids won’t be up at 6 am to meet the milk truck, but you can help with the milking twice a day, collect eggs, and pick sweet corn and wild blackberries in season.
HULL-O FARM
Durham, N.Y.; 518/239-6950; www.hull-o.com; Adults $110, kids 10-14 $60, 5-9 $50, 2-4 $35, under 2 free, including breakfast and dinner; private baths.
It started in 1993 as a way to bring in some extra money at a time of falling milk prices.But soon after Frank and Sherry Hull opened their Catskill Mountains dairy farm to overnight visitors, they discovered they loved it.As you drive up, Sherry greets you on the porch(入口处) of the 1825 farmhouse with a cow-shaped cookie jar.Before long your kids are playing around with the cows, sheep, ducks, goats and getting ready for a hayride.
MERAMEC FARM CABINS
Bourbon, Mo.; 573/732-4765; http://www.wine-mo.com Doubles with private bath $75, $10 per additional person.Trail and riding fees extra.
Climb on the back of the Ford pick up and catch up with the herd.One gentle cow named Cricket will even let the kids sit on her back.At the barn(牲口棚) Carol will introduce you to the horses — 15 Missouri Fox Trotters — and lead you on a ride over the hills and down along the spring-fed Meramec River, where everyone swims.Grab a fishing pole and head back to the river.When you have your fill of the wild, try Carol and Dave’s favorite restaurants, within 20 miles of the farm.
【小题1】The underlined sentence in the first paragraph implies that _____.
A.you can enjoy the best cuisine at the first rate restaurant |
B.some farms provide country experiences as well as good accommodations |
C.farm work is hard, but you can enjoy it a lot, playing with the animals |
D.if you want to hear a cow’s cry, please stay on a best farm |
A.Hull-O Farm was not built for overnight visitors |
B.Frank and Sherry Hull run a farm out of a storybook |
C.kids can sit on a gentle cow’s back on Hull-O Farm |
D.you can’t milk a cow if you get up late on Liberty Hill Farm |
A.$175. | B.$220. | C.$235. | D.$250. |
A.Kids who want to find pleasure in the theme parks. |
B.People who expect to be employed on the farm. |
C.Those who plan to have family vacations on working farms. |
D.Researchers who are interested in raising cows on farms. |
Attractions in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Historical Museum
30 N. Carroll Street on Madison's Capitol Square
Discover Wisconsin's history and culture on four floors of exhibits. Open for public program.
Admission is free.Open the second day of a week through Saturday, 9?00 a.m.4?00 p.m.Swiss Historical Village
612 Seventh Ave., New Glares
The Swiss Historical Village offers a delightful look at pioneer life in America's heartland. 14 buildings in the village give a full picture of everyday life in the nineteenth century Midwest.
Tue.Fri., May 1st October 31st, 10?00 a.m.4?00 p.m. Admission is $20.
(608)5272317 www.__swisshistoricalvillage.com
Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café
6858 Paoli Rd., Paoli, WI
One of the largest collections of fine arts and crafts in Wisconsin. Over 5000 sq. ft. of exhibition space in a historic creamery. While visiting, enjoy a wonderfully prepared lunch at our café overlooking the Sugar River. Just minutes from Madison!
Gallery open Tue.Sun., 10?00 a.m.5?00 p.m. Café open Wed. Sat., 11?00 a.m.3?00 p.m.
Sun. brunch with wine, 10?00 a.m.3?00 p.m. (608)8456600__www.__artisangal.__com
Christopher Columbus Museum
239 Whitney St., Columbus
Worldclass exhibit—2000 quality souvenirs marking Chicago's 1893 World Columbian Exhibition. Tour buses are always welcome.
Open daily, 8?15 a. m.4?00 p.m. (920)6231992 www.__columbusantiquemall.__com
1.Which of the following is on Capitol Square?
A. Wisconsin Historical Museum. B. Swiss Historical Village.
C. Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café. D. Christopher Columbus Museum.
2.Where can you go for a visit on Monday?
A. Wisconsin Historical Museum. B. Swiss Historical Village.
C. Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café. D. Christopher Columbus Museum.
3.Where can visitors have lunch?
A. At Wisconsin Historical Museum. B. At Swiss Historical Village.
C. At Artisan Gallery & Creamery Café. D. At Christopher Columbus Museum.
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Clarion Suites Hotel Anchorage★★★
325 W. 8th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99501
Nightly Rates: $ 243~ $ 250
Walking distance to shopping, Alaska Railroad and museum Property has indoor pool and exercise room.
Free Parking/Exercise Gym/No Smoking Rooms/ No Pets Allowed/Indoor Pool/Restaurant/Wheelchair Access
Ramada Inn Anchorage Downtown AK★★★
115 East 3rd Avenue
Anchorage, AK99501
Nightly Rates: $ 79. 00~ $ 99.00
Located in the heart of downtown Anchorage, minutes away from shopping and restaurants, the Ramada Anchorage Downtown offers free shuttle service to/from the Anchorage International Airport and Downtown Railroad Depot, free High-speed Wireless Internet throughout the hotel and a free 24-hour fitness center. Free local paper and free USA Today are available.
Air Conditioned/Free Parking/Free Local Telephone Calls/No Smoking Rooms/No Pets Allowed/Free Airport Shuttle
Howard Johnson Anchorage★★★
239 West 4th Avenue
Anchorage, AK99501
Nightly Rates: $ 219.00~ $ 225.00
We are a 246 Room Full Service Hotel Centrally located downtown Anchorage, with free Parking, an Indoor Swimming Pool, and all Exercise Room. And you will find shopping within walking distance.
Free Parking/No Smoking Rooms/Free Newspaper/Over Sized Rooms/Indoor Pool/Wake-up Service/No Pets Allowed/Restaurant
Best Western Golden Lion Hotel★★★
1000 East 36th Avenue
Anchorage, AK99508
Nightly Rates: $150~ $190
The Best Western Golden Lion is conveniently located in Midtown Anchorage. Close to shopping, hospitals, theaters, government offices, and the University of Alaska. The Golden Lion is a full service hotel with restaurant, fitness room, and business center.
Fitness Center/Beauty Shop/Elevators/Fishing/Free Parking/Free Local Telephone Calls/No Smoking Rooms/Skiing/Pets Allowed
60. A disabled person with a wheelchair can choose __________.
A. Clarion Suites Hotel Anchorage B. Ramada Inn Anchorage Downtown AK
C. Howard Johnson Anchorage D. Best Western Golden Lion Hotel
61. How much money will you and your pet spend for two nights at least?
A. $ 486. B. $158. C. $ 438. D. $ 300.
62. If you want to be woken up, you should choose __________.
A. Clarion Suites Hotel Anchorage B. Ramada Inn Anchorage Downtown AK
C. Howard Johnson Anchorage D. Best Western Golden Lion Hotel
63. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. Free Newspapers are offered by Best Western Golden Lion Hotel.
B. Howard Johnson Anchorage has a Beauty Shop.
C. The guests can ski in Clarion Suites Hotel Anchorage.
D. Ramada Inn Anchorage Downtown AK offers free local telephone call
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