专题01 优选精炼应用文
1.（2024·黑龙江哈尔滨·高三哈尔滨三中校考期末）
Interested in learning a new language but don’t know where to start Here are the best online language learning courses we’ve put together for your reference.
Rosetta Stone
Price: $ 7.99 per month — $ 199 one-time payment
Number of languages: 28
Rosetta Stone has long been known as the go-to service for new language learners. It offers lessons that are short enough to complete each day, but long enough to actually get something out of. Rosetta Stone’s interface is generally easy to use, and its lessons include reading, writing, speaking and listening, all in one lesson. You can also choose to subscribe to a monthly payment or purchase a lifetime license.
Duolingo
Price: Free — $ 6.99 per month
Number of languages: 36
Duolingo has risen as a serious competitor to Rosetta Stone over the past few years. The service is perhaps best known for its Android and iOS apps, and those apps are available for free — which makes it easy to practice your chosen language without having to make a serious commitment. Alternatively, you can sign up for Duolingo Plus, which removes ads, offers offline courses, and more. Many consider Duolingo to be better for those who want to practice a language rather than learn from the very beginning.
Babbel
Price: $ 6.95 per month — $ 12.95 per month
Number of languages: 14
Looking for a service to challenge your language-learning skills Babbel may be the way to go. Babbel is excellent at teaching phrases and words that you’ll actually use on a day-to-day basis. The service is also relatively cheap, so if you’re unsure if you want to commit to learning a new language yet, the low subscription prices ensure you don’t have to make a huge commitment.
Memrise
Price: $ 6.67 per month — $ 119.99 one-time payment (extra 10% off before July)
Number of languages: 16
If you learn best through repetition and flashcards, then Memrise may be the service for you. It’s relatively inexpensive, making it easier to sign up. Memrise isn’t necessarily the service for those who want to learn a language from scratch, but it’s a great learning aid, and good for those who already have a foundation in language-learning.
1．What is TRUE about Rosetta Stone
A．It covers the widest range of languages.
B．It is intended for high-level learners.
C．It helps improve multiple language skills.
D．It offers a one-month free trial.
2．Which courses are more suitable for people with certain basis
A．Rosetta Stone and Memrise.
B．Duolingo and Memrise.
C．Babbel and Rosetta Stone.
D．Babbel and Duolingo.
3．How much should you pay if you want to get a lifetime access to Memrise in May
A．$ 119.99.
B．$ 129.50.
C．$ 107.99.
D．$ 199.
【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C
【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍的是四个在线语言学习课程的相关信息。
1．细节理解题。根据“Rosetta Stone”部分中的“Rosetta Stone’s interface is generally easy to use, and its lessons include reading, writing, speaking and listening, all in one lesson. (Rosetta Stone的界面通常很容易使用，它的课程包括阅读、写作、口语和听力，所有这些都在一个课程中。)”可知，Rosetta Stone有助于提高听、说、读、写多种语言技能。故选C。
2．细节理解题。根据“Duolingo”部分的“Many consider Duolingo to be better for those who want to practice a language rather than learn from the very beginning. (许多人认为多Duolingo更适合那些想要练习一门语言而不是从头开始学习的人。)”以及“Memrise”部分中的“Memrise isn’t necessarily the service for those who want to learn a language from scratch, but it’s a great learning aid, and good for those who already have a foundation in language-learning. (Memrise不一定是为那些想从头开始学习一门语言的人提供的服务，但它是一个很好的学习辅助工具，对于那些已经有语言学习基础的人来说是很好的。)”可知，Duolingo和Memrise更适合有一定基础的人群。故选B。
3．细节理解题。根据“Memrise”部分中的“Price: $6.67 per month — $119.99 one-time payment (extra 10% off before July)(价格：每月6.67美元——一次性付款119.99美元（7月前再打九折）)”可知，一次性付款需要119.99美元，7月前再打九折；由此可知，你想五月份获得终身使用Memrise，应该一次性支付119.99*（1-10%）=$107.99美元。故选C。
2.（2024·吉林·统考二模）
Beyond its amazing landscapes, Banff National Park also boasts a rich cultural heritage. In this comprehensive guide, we will introduce you to a collection of museums of Banff, providing essential information to make your visit a truly immersive experience.
● Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
Location: 111 Bear St, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission Cost: $12 CAD ($10 USD) for adults, $10 CAD ($8 USD) for students, and free for children under 12 years old and are valid for 90 days from purchase.
The museum showcases the art, culture, and history of the Canadian Rockies region. It features a diverse collection of artworks, historical photographs, and artifacts that highlight the natural beauty and human stories of the area.
● Canada House Gallery
Location: 201 Bear St, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission: Free
It is a well-known art gallery that showcases contemporary and traditional Canadian artwork. The gallery features a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, and other artistic mediums created by Canadian artists. Visitors can explore the gallery and appreciate the talent and creativity of Canadian art.
● The Banff Park Museum
Location: 91 Banff Ave, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission Cost: $4.90 CAD ($4 USD) for adults, $4.40 CAD ($3.50 USD) for adults 65and over, and free for youth under 17 years old.
The museum is a historic site featuring a collection of over 5,000 specimens (标本) of wildlife, including birds, mammals, insects, and plants. The museum building itself is a charming log cabin, dating back to 1903.
4．How much would a couple pay if they want to explore the Whyte Museum with a senior high student and an 8-year-old son
A．$22 CAD． B．$22 CAD． C．$34 CAD． D．$18 CAD．
5．Where can visitors explore the exhibits and learn about the diverse wildlife of the region
A．At Canada House Gallery. B．At the Whyte Museum.
C．At the Banff Park Museum. D．At the Canadian Rockies region.
6．In which section of a magazine can you find the passage
A．Travel. B．Business. C．Science. D．Entertainment.
【答案】4．C 5．C 6．A
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了加拿大班夫国家公园的几家博物馆的相关信息。
4．细节理解题。根据Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies中的“Admission Cost: $12 CAD ($10 USD) for adults, $10 CAD ($8 USD) for students, and free for children under 12 years old and are valid for 90 days from purchase.(入场费：成人12加元(10美元)，学生10加元(8美元)，12岁以下儿童免费，购买后90天内有效)”可知，如果一对夫妇想带着一个高中生和一个8岁的儿子参观怀特博物馆，他们会花（12*2+10=34加元）。故选C。
5．细节理解题。根据The Banff Park Museum中的“The museum is a historic site featuring a collection of over 5,000 specimens (标本) of wildlife, including birds, mammals, insects, and plants.(该博物馆是一个历史遗址，收藏了5000多种野生动物标本，包括鸟类、哺乳动物、昆虫和植物)”可知，游客可以在The Banff Park Museum参观展品，了解该地区多样的野生动物。故选C。
6．推理判断题。根据第一段中的“In this comprehensive guide, we will introduce you to a collection of museums of Banff, providing essential information to make your visit a truly immersive experience.(在这份全面的指南中，我们将向你介绍班夫博物馆的收藏，提供必要的信息，使你的参观体验真正身临其境)”可知，文章介绍了加拿大班夫国家公园的几家博物馆的相关信息。由此推知，你可以在一本杂志的旅行栏目中找到这篇文章。故选A。
3.（2023·安徽·高三校联考阶段练习）
Four best beaches in Zanzibar
Nungwi Beach
This beach is located in the north of the island and is famous for its amazing sunsets and lively atmosphere. You will love the soft white sand and the crystal (水晶般的) clear water. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Zanzibar. But, be careful with the tides, because they can rise very fast and catch you.
Paje Beach
Situated in the east of the island, Paje Beach is characterized by strong tides. Here you will find a relaxed atmosphere and a dream beach with crystal clear waters and silky soft sand. On top of that, you can practice water sports such as kitesurfing, because this beach is known as one of the best in the world for this activity. In addition, if you like the nightlife, here you will find a lot of bars and nightclubs to spend a fun night.
Jambiani Beach
Jambiani beach is one of the most remote beaches of Zanzibar and that is why it is one of our favorites. It has a length of 7 km and is located southeast of the island. It has hardly any rocks and the sand is very fine. It is a very quiet and uncrowded beach.
Matemwe Beach
Located on the east coast of Zanzibar, this beach is one of the longest on the island. During low tide, the water goes down 2 kilometers, and the locals take advantage of it to collect sea animals.
The beach is beautiful but yes, in this particular one, it is essential to enter the water with great care and even appropriate footwear, as there are a lot of sea urchins (海胆).
7．What can visitors do when they choose Nungwi Beach
A．Catch the tides. B．Watch wonderful sunsets.
C．Enjoy a colorful nightlife. D．Experience various water sports.
8．Which place is suitable for visitors to practice kitesurfing
A．Nungwi Beach. B．Paje Beach. C．Jambiani Beach. D．Matemwe Beach.
9．Who will probably be attracted to Matemwe Beach
A．Sunrise lovers. B．Brave surfers.
C．Sea animal collectors. D．Nightclub frequenters.
【答案】7．B 8．B 9．C
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了桑给巴尔最好的四个海滩。
7．细节理解题。根据“Nungwi Beach”中“This beach is located in the north of the island and is famous for its amazing sunsets and lively atmosphere.(这个海滩位于岛的北部，以其令人惊奇的日落和热闹的气氛而闻名)”可知，该海滩可以观赏美妙的日落景象。故选B项。
8．细节理解题。根据“Paje Beach”中“On top of that, you can practice water sports such as kitesurfing, because this beach is known as one of the best in the world for this activity.(除此之外，你还可以练习水上运动，比如风筝冲浪，因为这个海滩被认为是世界上最好的风筝冲浪海滩之一)”可知，在Paje Beach可以体验风筝冲浪。故选B项。
9．细节理解题。根据“Matemwe Beach”中“During low tide, the water goes down 2 kilometers, and the locals take advantage of it to collect sea animals.(在退潮时，海水会下降2公里，当地人会利用这个机会收集海洋动物)”可知，在海滩有机会收集海洋动物，会吸引海洋动物的收集者。故选C项。
4.（2024·江西鹰潭·高三贵溪市实验中学校考期末）
Winners of the Broadcom MASTERS
Girls took the top prizes at the Broadcom MASTERS, a science competition for middle school students.
Alaina Gassler
Alaina won the $25,000 Samueli Foundation Prize for the project of reducing blind spots in cars. She was inspired to solve this issue by her mother who didn’t like driving her vehicle because its large A-pillar (A柱) design made her feel in danger. “I started to think about how blind spots were a huge problem in all cars,” said Alaina. So she worked on and solved it.
Sidor Clare
Sidor won the $10,000 Marconi/Samueli Award for Innovation, an honor made by Samueli’s generous donation of his 2012 Marconi Society Prize Award. She developed bricks that could one day be made on Mars, so that humans wouldn’t be required to carry building materials with them in order to build there.
Alexis MacAvoy
Alexis won the $10,000 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Award for Health Advancement, which recognized the student whose work and performance showed the most promise in health-related fields and demonstrated an understanding of the many social factors that affect health. She designed a water filter (过滤器) by using carbon to remove heavy metals from water.
Rachel Bergey
Rachel won the $10,000 Lemelson Award for Invention, awarded by The Lemelson Foundation to a young inventor creating promising solutions to real-world problems. She developed a trap made of tinfoil (锡纸) and netting for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive species causing damage to trees.
10．What is the purpose of Alaina Gassler’s invention
A．To beautify vehicles. B．To improve the safety of driving.
C．To decorate the sidewalk for the blind. D．To reduce the carbon released from cars.
11．Whose invention is related to human health
A．Alaina Gassler’s. B．Sidor Clare’s.
C．Rachel Bergey’s. D．Alexis MacAvoy’s.
12．What is the Broadcom MASTERS about
A．Art. B．Sport. C．Technology. D．Education.
【答案】10．B 11．D 12．C
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个学生的发明以及各自的特点。
10．细节理解题。根据第二段“She was inspired to solve this issue by her mother who didn’t like driving her vehicle because its large A-pillar(A柱) design made her feel in danger. “I started to think about how blind spots were a huge problem in all cars,” said Alaina.(她的母亲不喜欢驾驶她的车，因为它的大A柱设计让她感到危险，这给了她解决这个问题的灵感。阿莱娜说：“我开始思考盲点是所有汽车的一个大问题。”)”可知，阿莱娜·加斯勒发明的目的是提高驾驶安全。故选B。
11．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Alexis won the $10,000 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Award for Health Advancement, which recognized the student whose work and performance showed the most promise in health-related fields and demonstrated an understanding of the many social factors that affect health.(亚历克西斯获得了1万美元的罗伯特伍德约翰逊基金会健康促进奖，该奖项表彰了在健康相关领域的工作和表现最有希望的学生，并展示了对影响健康的许多社会因素的理解)”可知，Alexis MacAvoy的发明与人类健康有关。故选A。
12．细节理解题。根据第一段“Girls took the top prizes at the Broadcom MASTERS, a science competition for middle school students.(女孩们在面向中学生的科学竞赛Broadcom MASTERS中获得了最高奖项)”可知，Broadcom MASTERS主要关于科技。故选C。
5.（2024上·甘肃武威·高三统考期末）
AI is just now starting to go mainstream, but these classic films about AI have been exploring the future of artificial intelligence for decades.
Ex Machina
In Ex Machina, a computer programmer is selected by the genius CEO of the company he works for to take part in an experiment involving the Turing test (图灵测试)with an impressive AI robot named Ava, convincingly played by a real actress.
A．I. Artificial Intelligence
No list on films featuring AI would be complete without A．I. Artificial Intelligence where a young AI boy with human-like feelings is left out by his human mother. As is so often the way, the questions posed by the story make the film way ahead of its time. What responsibility would humanity hold for an artificial intelligence that is advanced enough to actually experience feelings and emotional turmoil (混乱)？
I, Robot
As humans and robots struggle to survive together, and sometimes against each other, on Earth and in space, the future of both hangs in the balance. Here human men and women confront robots gone mad, telepathic robots, robot politicians, and vast robotic intelligence that may already secretly control the world. And both are asking the same questions: What is human And is humanity out of date
Brian and Charles
When an inventor in a Welsh village develops an AI being that looks like a mature professor who acts nothing like it, the result is quite possibly the funniest film of the decade so far. This is a film that is the perfect antidote to the apocalyptic threats surrounding modern life in the 21st century.
13．Who took the Turing test in the film Ex Machina
A．A CEO. B．An AI boy.
C．An inventor. D．A programmer.
14．What can we know about the AI boy in A． I. Artificial Intelligence
A．He is played by Ava.
B．He is experiencing emotional turmoil.
C．He is a life-like robot turning bad.
D．He is an orphan in real world.
15．Which of the following is a comedy film
A．I, Robot. B．Ex Machina.
C．Brian and Charles. D．A．I. Artificial Intelligence.
【答案】13．D 14．B 15．C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了一些关于人工智能的经典影片。
13．细节理解题。根据第二段“In Ex Machina, a computer programmer is selected by the genius CEO of the company he works for to take part in an experiment involving the Turing test with an impressive AI robot named Ava, convincingly played by a real actress.”（在《机械姬》中，一名计算机程序员被他所在公司的天才CEO选中，与一个令人印象深刻的人工智能机器人艾娃进行图灵测试实验，艾娃由一位真正的女演员扮演，其表演令人信服。）可知，在该影片中，一名计算机程序员被选中参加图灵测试。故选D项。
14．细节理解题。根据第三段“No list on films featuring AI would be complete without A. I. Artificial Intelligence where a young AI boy with human-like feelings is left out by his human mother. As is so often the way, the questions posed by the story make the film way ahead of its time. What responsibility would humanity hold for an artificial intelligence that is advanced enough to actually experience feelings and emotional turmoil”（如果没有《人工智能》，任何关于人工智能的电影清单都是不完整的。《人工智能》讲述的是一个拥有人类情感的人工智能小男孩被他的人类母亲抛弃的故事。一如往常，故事所提出的问题使这部电影走在了时代的前面。对于一个先进到足以真正体验感情和情绪动荡的人工智能，人类将承担什么责任）可知，该影片中的人工智能小男孩拥有人类的情感，被他的人类母亲抛弃，会经历感情和情绪动荡。故选B项。
15．细节理解题。根据最后一段第一句“When an inventor in a Welsh village develops an AI being that looks like a mature professor who acts nothing like it, the result is quite possibly the funniest film of the decade so far.”（威尔士一个村庄的发明家发明了一种人工智能，它看起来像一位成熟的教授，但行为却与之完全不同，其结果很可能使该影片成为近十年来最有趣的电影。）可知，Brian and Charles是喜剧。故选C项。
6.（2024·甘肃酒泉·高三校考期末）
Welcome to Holker Hall & Gardens
Visitor Information
How to Get to Holker
By Car: Follow brown signs an A590 from JB6, M6. Approximate travel times: Windermere-20 minutes, Kendal-25 minutes, Lancaster-45 minutes, Manchester-1 hour 30 minutes.
By Rail: The nearest station is Cark-in-Cartmel with trains to Carnforth, Lancaster Preston for connections to major cities & airports.
Opening Times
Sunday-Friday (closed on Saturday)11:00 am-4:00pm,30 March-2nd November.
Admission Charges
Hall & Gardens Gardens
Adults: 12.00 8.00
Groups 9 5.5
Special EventsProducers: Market 13th April
Join us to taste a variety of fresh local food and drinks. Meet the producers and get some excellent recipe ideas.
Holker Garden Festival 30th May
The event celebrate its 22nd anniversary with a great show of the very best of gardening, making it one of the most popular events in gardening.
National Garden Day 28th August
Holker once again opens is gardens in aid of the disadvantaged. For just a small donation you can take a tour with our garden guide.
Winter Market 8th November
This is an event for all the family. Wander among a variety of shops selling gifs while enjoying a live music show and nice street entertainment.
16．How long does it probably take a tourist to drive to Holker from Manchester
A．20 minutes. B．25 minutes.
C．45 minutes. D．90 minutes.
17．How much should a member of a tour group pay to visit to Hall & Cardens
A． 12.00. B． 9.00.
C． 8.0 D． 5.50
18．Which event will you go to if you want to see a live music show
A．Producers’ Market. B．Holker Garden Festival.
C．National Garden Day. D．Winter Market.
【答案】16．D 17．B 18．D
【分析】文章为旅游指南。文章主要介绍了去Holker Hall& Garden旅游的相关信息，如：出行方式，开放时间，旅行费用以及主要活动等。
16．细节理解题。根据第一段How to Get to Holker中By car里Approximate travel times后面内容可知，从Manchester到Holker要用1 hour and 30 minutes，即90分钟，故选D。
17．细节理解题。根据Admission Charges可知，团体中的一员去Hall & Gardens 需要支付9英镑。
18．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段Winter Market中最后一句Wander among a variety of shops selling gifts while enjoying a live music show and nice street entertainment.可知，如果想去看现场表演需要去Winter Market。故选D。
【点睛】文章主题和中心思想的阐述往往需要大量细节信息的支持，这些细节对于理解全文内容至关重要，同时也是归纳和概括文章中心思想的基础。命题人往往会要求考生根据不同的要求阅读文章，以获得某些特定的信息，或准确地寻求所需的细节，并对细节进行直接或间接辨认和理解。文章细节的理解可以细化为：（1）一一对应型。（2）语言转述型。（3）语意理解型。（4）是非辨别型。（5）事实排序型。
此题中的三题全为细节理解题。细节理解题首先要根据题干准确定位信息句，其次要对信息句进行准确的理解和判断，如第一题为转述型，1 hour and 30 minutes，即90分钟。第二题和第三题则为简单的一一对应型，只要找到信息句即可得出答案。
7.（2023·广西南宁·高三南宁三中校考阶段练习）
National parks like Yellowstone are popular destinations for both family vacations and adventure trips alike. But there are some places that simply don’t get the love that they deserve despite the fact that they are truly impressive.
Isle Royale National Park
Located in the heart of Lake Superior, Isle Royale requires a bit of work to reach, but it is well worth the effort. Access is permitted only via daily ferries, which is why larger parks like Yellowstone see more visitors in a day than Isle Royale sees in a year. Wildlife like wolves are frequently spotted by hikers along the park’s scenic trails.
Dry Tortugas National Park
Another island park, the Dry Tortugas can be found 68 miles to the southwest of the Florida Keys. Accessible only by boat or plane, this park is actually quite small, but it’s packed with history, abundant sea life, and amazing coral reefs. At the center of the park is Fort Jefferson, the largest masonry(砖石)structure in the Western Hemisphere.
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
Covering more than 13.2 million acres, Wrangell-St Elias National Park is the largest in the entire U.S. system. Remote and mostly undeveloped, this is a park that demands more from its visitors, after all there are just two roads that lead into it. But in return, it gives them a special connection with nature that simply isn’t found anywhere else.
Big Bend National Park
Travelers looking for a truly wild experience should have Big Bend National Park on their bucket lists. Big Bend is well known for its whitewater rafting camping, and hiking although during the summer months it can be intensely warm, keeping many visitors away.
19．What is the main reason for fewer visitors to Isle Royale National Park
A．The terrible work. B．The dangerous wolves.
C．The remote location. D．The inconvenient transport.
20．Which park will you visit if you are interested in history
A．Big Bend National Park. B．Isle Royale National Park.
C．Dry Tortugas National Park. D．Wrangell St. Elias National Park.
21．How is Wrangell-St. Elias National Park different from the other three parks
A．With its wide roads. B．With its large area.
C．With its beautiful scenery. D．With its special visitors
【答案】19．D 20．C 21．B
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了几个游客很少游览，但是确实令人印象深刻的国家公园。
19．细节理解题。根据Isle Royale National Park部分中的“Located in the heart of Lake Superior, Isle Royale requires a bit of work to reach, but it is well worth the effort. Access is permitted only via daily ferries, which is why larger parks like Yellowstone see more visitors in a day than Isle Royale sees in a year. (皇家岛位于苏必利尔湖的中心地带，需要花费一些功夫才能到达，但这是值得的。只能通过每日渡轮进入，这就是为什么像黄石公园这样的大型公园一天接待的游客数量比皇家岛一年接待的游客数量还要多)”可知，皇家岛国家公园（Isle Royale National Park）游客较少的主要原因是交通不方便。故选D。
20．细节理解题。根据Dry Tortugas National Park部分中的“Accessible only by boat or plane, this park is actually quite small, but it’s packed with history, abundant sea life, and amazing coral reefs. (这个公园只能乘船或飞机到达，实际上很小，但它充满了历史、丰富的海洋生物和令人惊叹的珊瑚礁)”可知，如果你对历史感兴趣，你会去Dry Tortugas National Park，故选C。
21．细节理解题。根据Wrangell-St. Elias National Park部分中的“Covering more than 13.2 million acres, Wrangell-St Elias National Park is the largest in the entire U.S. system. (兰格尔—圣埃利亚斯国家公园占地超过 1320 万英亩，是整个美国系统中最大的国家公园)”可知，Wrangell-St. Elias国家公园与其他三个公园不同之处在于：它是最大的国家公园，故选B。
8.（2023·广西玉林·高三统考阶段练习）
Drivers’ attention: Driving can expose you to more dangerous glare than any sunny day. Do you know how to protect yourself
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With all the fancy fashion frames out there it can be easy to overlook what really matters—the lenses. So we did our research and looked to the very best in optic(光学) innovation.
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22．What makes Eagle Eyes unique
A．Its price. B．Its eye care function.
C．Its extra giveaways. D．Its ability to improve vision.
23．What is the most reassuring thing for customers
A．The price of sunglasses. B．Full refund if not satisfied.
C．Receiving additional offers. D．Getting a pair of glasses for free.
24．How much do you pay for two pairs of glasses at the insider price
A．$ 119.80. B．$ 98. C．$59.90. D．$49.
【答案】22．B 23．B 24．D
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。是为 Eagle Eyes光学技术打广告，介绍了其特点和优势。
22．细节理解题。根据小标题Sunglass Technology Certified by Blue Light Eye Protection中的介绍“Eagle Eyes features the most advanced eye protection technology ever created. (鹰眼拥有有史以来最先进的护眼技术。)”可知，它的护眼功能使鹰眼独一无二。故选B。
23．细节理解题。根据小标题Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed中的介绍“If you are not amazed with the Eagle Eyes technology, simply return one pair within 30 days for a full refund of the purchase price. (如果您对鹰眼的技术不感到惊讶，只需在30天内退回一双，即可全额退还购买价格。)”可知，最让顾客放心的是如果不满意可以全额退款。故选B。
24．细节理解题。根据小标题The finest optics: And buy one, get one FREE!( 最好眼镜：买一送一!) 可知，该眼镜买一送一。再根据文章末尾倒数第六行“Offer Code Price $ 49 and Save $10.90(优惠代码价格$ 49，节省$10.90)”和最后一行“You can use this insider offer code to get our special price.(您可以使用这个内部优惠代码获得我们的优惠价格)” 可知，只有提供内部码才能以 49 美元的价格购买两副眼镜。由此可知，购买两副眼镜的内部价格是 49 美元。故选D
9.（2024·贵州贵阳·高三贵阳一中校考阶段练习）
The European Towns and Cities That Are Magical at Christmas
Hallstatt, Austria
The town of Hallstatt and its beautiful landscape enjoy UNESCO protection. The old townhouses, tiny lanes and snow make this the ultimate destination forgetting into the festive mood. Hallstatt’s Christmas market is the stuff of legend. Picture a brightly lit tree and stalls selling decorations and handicrafts and you’re halfway to imagining just how special this spot is.
Valkenburg, Netherlands
Valkenburg has much of the usual European Christmas charms to attract visitors. However, what makes it special is the fact that they can all be found underground. The town’s Christmas Caves have become internationally renowned, with a wide range of stalls selling festive gifts and decorations. The larger Municipality Cave is home to one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe.
Wroclaw, Poland
Wroclaw is regarded as one of Poland’s most beautiful cities, but it takes things to another level at Christmas. The city’s Christmas market is home to over 250 stalls and a superb fair. The architecture here captures the Christmas feeling too, with Gothic structures meaning everyone can tap into the special feeling that only comes round at this time of year.
Gothenburg, Sweden
Gothenburg is full of festive surprises for those willing to risk traveling north and brave the Scandinavian chill. And chief among them is the Liseberg Christmas Market. Set in an amusement park celebrating its100th anniversary in 2023, visitors can enjoy rides here and taste delicacies (佳肴) from across the country, including pickled herring, reindeer and spiced wine.
25．Which of the following places has underground Christmas charms
A．Hallstatt. B．Valkenburg. C．Wroclaw. D．Gothenburg.
26．What do the listed places have in common
A．They have amusement parks. B．They feature Gothic buildings.
C．They provide Christmas markets. D．They enjoy UNESCO protection.
27．Which section of a newspaper is this text most likely from
A．News. B．Business. C．Nature. D．Travel.
【答案】25．B 26．C 27．D
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了欧洲一些在圣诞季节特别有魔力的城镇和城市。
25．细节理解题。根据Valkenburg, Netherlands部分中“However, what makes it special is the fact that they can all be found underground. The town’s Christmas Caves have become internationally renowned, with a wide range of stalls selling festive gifts and decorations.(然而，它的特别之处在于它们都可以在地下找到。该镇的圣诞洞穴已享誉国际，有各种各样的摊位出售节日礼物和装饰品)”可知，瓦尔肯堡(Valkenburg)拥有地下圣诞的魅力。故选B项。
26．细节理解题。根据Hallstatt, Austria部分中“Hallstatt’s Christmas market is the stuff of legend.(哈尔施塔特的圣诞市场是一个传奇)”、Valkenburg, Netherlands部分中“The larger Municipality Cave is home to one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe.(更大的都市洞穴是欧洲最大的室内圣诞市场之一的所在地)”、Wroclaw, Poland部分中“The city’s Christmas market is home to over 250 stalls and a superb fair.(这个城市的圣诞市场有250多个摊位和一个极好的集市)”和Gothenburg, Sweden部分中“And chief among them is the Liseberg Christmas Market.(其中最主要的是利斯堡圣诞市场)”可知，所以地方都有圣诞集市。故选C项。
27．推理判断题。通读全文，结合标题“The European Towns and Cities That Are Magical at Christmas(欧洲的城镇和城市在圣诞节是神奇的)”可知，文章主要介绍了欧洲一些在圣诞季节特别有魔力的城镇和城市，所以本文最有可能来自报纸的旅游版块。故选D项。
10.（2023·贵州·高三校联考阶段练习）
SPACE JAM
For kids inspired by India’s moon landing, here are four destinations where families can explore the stars, space and beyond.
Kennedy Space Center, Florida (USA)
The NASA-operated Kennedy Space Center is a must for aspiring astronauts and space lovers. It’s organised into chronologically grouped attractions and tours based around mission launches from the US Space Program. Hands-on experiences range from live presentations delivered by astronauts to the new Astronaut Training Experience Center. It is also the closest place from which the public can view rocket lift-offs at Cape Canaveral.
Jodrell Bank, Cheshire (UK)
This world-leading science research institute is centred around the Grade I-listed Lovell Telescope. Its 35-acre grounds include lots of interactive fun and educational exhibits across several indoor spaces, plus guided pathways to wander and outdoor facilities such as a pair of ‘whispering dishes’ for kids to call between. There’s also a programme of family friendly events, including the annual Bluedot Festival, which brings together live music and science workshops each July.
Pic du Midi, French Pyrenees (France)
There are few observatories in the world where you can eat a delicious dinner, spend the night stargazing before retiring to a comfortable cabin, then get up to watch the sun rise above the clouds. Getting to Pic du Midi is an adventure in its own right, involving a ride on two cable-cars up to 2,877m. Once there, guided astronomy sessions help kids discover Saturn and its rings, clusters of stars in deep space and solar flares on the sun’s surface via some of the world’s most powerful telescopes.
Mount Teide, Tenerife (Spain)
It’s home to the largest solar observatory in the world, which sits at an altitude of 2,390m on Spain’s highest mountain, the Teide volcano. Ride the cable-car up for a scientist-led tour, which includes the chance to observe the sun through portable solar telescopes. The special family visits include a fascinating science workshop exploring how observatory astrophysicists carry out their research.
28．Where can visitors watch rocket launches
A．Kennedy Space Center. B．Jodrell Bank.
C．Pic du Midi. D．Mount Teide.
29．In Jodrell Bank, visitors can do the followings except .
A．Enjoying live music. B．Exploring educational displays.
C．Wandering on guide-free pathways. D．Calling between via a designed device.
30．What do Pic du Midi and Mount Teide both offer
A．A comfortable cabin. B．A workshop of science.
C．Places for eating food. D．Guidance to observe the sun.
【答案】28．A 29．C 30．D
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了四个适合家庭探索太空的目的地。
28．细节理解题。根据文中Kennedy Space Center, Florida(USA)部分“It is also the closest place from which the public can view rocket lift-offs at Cape Canaveral.(这里也是公众可以看到卡纳维拉尔角火箭发射的最近地点)”可知，游客可以在肯尼迪航天中心观看火箭发射。故选A项。
29．细节理解题。根据文中Jodrell Bank, Cheshire(UK)部分“Its 35-acre grounds include lots of interactive fun and educational exhibits across several indoor spaces, plus guided pathways to wander and outdoor facilities such as a pair of ‘whispering dishes’ for kids to call between. ”(其占地35英亩的场地包括许多分布在几个室内的互动娱乐和教育展览，还有引导漫步的小径和一些户外设施，例如供孩子们交流的“耳语盘”)”可知，该场地提供有引导的漫步，故游客不能漫步在没有导游的小路上。故选C项。
30．细节理解题。根据文中Pic du Midi, French Pyrenees(France)部分“Once there, guided astronomy sessions help kids discover Saturn and its rings, clusters of stars in deep space and solar flares on the sun’s surface via some of the world’s most powerful telescopes.(一旦到了那里，有指导的天文学课程将帮助孩子们通过世界上一些最强大的望远镜发现土星及其环、深空星团和太阳表面的太阳耀斑)” 及Mount Teide, Tenerife(Spain)部分“Ride the cable-car up for a scientist-led tour, which includes the chance to observe the sun through portable solar telescopes. (乘坐缆车参加科学家带领的旅行，其中包括通过便携式太阳望远镜观测太阳的机会)” 可知，两个地点都对观察太阳提供指导。故选D项。专题01 优选精炼应用文
1.（2024·黑龙江哈尔滨·高三哈尔滨三中校考期末）
Interested in learning a new language but don’t know where to start Here are the best online language learning courses we’ve put together for your reference.
Rosetta Stone
Price: $ 7.99 per month — $ 199 one-time payment
Number of languages: 28
Rosetta Stone has long been known as the go-to service for new language learners. It offers lessons that are short enough to complete each day, but long enough to actually get something out of. Rosetta Stone’s interface is generally easy to use, and its lessons include reading, writing, speaking and listening, all in one lesson. You can also choose to subscribe to a monthly payment or purchase a lifetime license.
Duolingo
Price: Free — $ 6.99 per month
Number of languages: 36
Duolingo has risen as a serious competitor to Rosetta Stone over the past few years. The service is perhaps best known for its Android and iOS apps, and those apps are available for free — which makes it easy to practice your chosen language without having to make a serious commitment. Alternatively, you can sign up for Duolingo Plus, which removes ads, offers offline courses, and more. Many consider Duolingo to be better for those who want to practice a language rather than learn from the very beginning.
Babbel
Price: $ 6.95 per month — $ 12.95 per month
Number of languages: 14
Looking for a service to challenge your language-learning skills Babbel may be the way to go. Babbel is excellent at teaching phrases and words that you’ll actually use on a day-to-day basis. The service is also relatively cheap, so if you’re unsure if you want to commit to learning a new language yet, the low subscription prices ensure you don’t have to make a huge commitment.
Memrise
Price: $ 6.67 per month — $ 119.99 one-time payment (extra 10% off before July)
Number of languages: 16
If you learn best through repetition and flashcards, then Memrise may be the service for you. It’s relatively inexpensive, making it easier to sign up. Memrise isn’t necessarily the service for those who want to learn a language from scratch, but it’s a great learning aid, and good for those who already have a foundation in language-learning.
1．What is TRUE about Rosetta Stone
A．It covers the widest range of languages.
B．It is intended for high-level learners.
C．It helps improve multiple language skills.
D．It offers a one-month free trial.
2．Which courses are more suitable for people with certain basis
A．Rosetta Stone and Memrise.
B．Duolingo and Memrise.
C．Babbel and Rosetta Stone.
D．Babbel and Duolingo.
3．How much should you pay if you want to get a lifetime access to Memrise in May
A．$ 119.99.
B．$ 129.50.
C．$ 107.99.
D．$ 199.
2.（2024·吉林·统考二模）
Beyond its amazing landscapes, Banff National Park also boasts a rich cultural heritage. In this comprehensive guide, we will introduce you to a collection of museums of Banff, providing essential information to make your visit a truly immersive experience.
● Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
Location: 111 Bear St, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission Cost: $12 CAD ($10 USD) for adults, $10 CAD ($8 USD) for students, and free for children under 12 years old and are valid for 90 days from purchase.
The museum showcases the art, culture, and history of the Canadian Rockies region. It features a diverse collection of artworks, historical photographs, and artifacts that highlight the natural beauty and human stories of the area.
● Canada House Gallery
Location: 201 Bear St, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission: Free
It is a well-known art gallery that showcases contemporary and traditional Canadian artwork. The gallery features a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, and other artistic mediums created by Canadian artists. Visitors can explore the gallery and appreciate the talent and creativity of Canadian art.
● The Banff Park Museum
Location: 91 Banff Ave, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Operating Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission Cost: $4.90 CAD ($4 USD) for adults, $4.40 CAD ($3.50 USD) for adults 65and over, and free for youth under 17 years old.
The museum is a historic site featuring a collection of over 5,000 specimens (标本) of wildlife, including birds, mammals, insects, and plants. The museum building itself is a charming log cabin, dating back to 1903.
4．How much would a couple pay if they want to explore the Whyte Museum with a senior high student and an 8-year-old son
A．$22 CAD． B．$22 CAD． C．$34 CAD． D．$18 CAD．
5．Where can visitors explore the exhibits and learn about the diverse wildlife of the region
A．At Canada House Gallery. B．At the Whyte Museum.
C．At the Banff Park Museum. D．At the Canadian Rockies region.
6．In which section of a magazine can you find the passage
A．Travel. B．Business. C．Science. D．Entertainment.
3.（2023·安徽·高三校联考阶段练习）
Four best beaches in Zanzibar
Nungwi Beach
This beach is located in the north of the island and is famous for its amazing sunsets and lively atmosphere. You will love the soft white sand and the crystal (水晶般的) clear water. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Zanzibar. But, be careful with the tides, because they can rise very fast and catch you.
Paje Beach
Situated in the east of the island, Paje Beach is characterized by strong tides. Here you will find a relaxed atmosphere and a dream beach with crystal clear waters and silky soft sand. On top of that, you can practice water sports such as kitesurfing, because this beach is known as one of the best in the world for this activity. In addition, if you like the nightlife, here you will find a lot of bars and nightclubs to spend a fun night.
Jambiani Beach
Jambiani beach is one of the most remote beaches of Zanzibar and that is why it is one of our favorites. It has a length of 7 km and is located southeast of the island. It has hardly any rocks and the sand is very fine. It is a very quiet and uncrowded beach.
Matemwe Beach
Located on the east coast of Zanzibar, this beach is one of the longest on the island. During low tide, the water goes down 2 kilometers, and the locals take advantage of it to collect sea animals.
The beach is beautiful but yes, in this particular one, it is essential to enter the water with great care and even appropriate footwear, as there are a lot of sea urchins (海胆).
7．What can visitors do when they choose Nungwi Beach
A．Catch the tides. B．Watch wonderful sunsets.
C．Enjoy a colorful nightlife. D．Experience various water sports.
8．Which place is suitable for visitors to practice kitesurfing
A．Nungwi Beach. B．Paje Beach. C．Jambiani Beach. D．Matemwe Beach.
9．Who will probably be attracted to Matemwe Beach
A．Sunrise lovers. B．Brave surfers.
C．Sea animal collectors. D．Nightclub frequenters.
4.（2024·江西鹰潭·高三贵溪市实验中学校考期末）
Winners of the Broadcom MASTERS
Girls took the top prizes at the Broadcom MASTERS, a science competition for middle school students.
Alaina Gassler
Alaina won the $25,000 Samueli Foundation Prize for the project of reducing blind spots in cars. She was inspired to solve this issue by her mother who didn’t like driving her vehicle because its large A-pillar (A柱) design made her feel in danger. “I started to think about how blind spots were a huge problem in all cars,” said Alaina. So she worked on and solved it.
Sidor Clare
Sidor won the $10,000 Marconi/Samueli Award for Innovation, an honor made by Samueli’s generous donation of his 2012 Marconi Society Prize Award. She developed bricks that could one day be made on Mars, so that humans wouldn’t be required to carry building materials with them in order to build there.
Alexis MacAvoy
Alexis won the $10,000 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Award for Health Advancement, which recognized the student whose work and performance showed the most promise in health-related fields and demonstrated an understanding of the many social factors that affect health. She designed a water filter (过滤器) by using carbon to remove heavy metals from water.
Rachel Bergey
Rachel won the $10,000 Lemelson Award for Invention, awarded by The Lemelson Foundation to a young inventor creating promising solutions to real-world problems. She developed a trap made of tinfoil (锡纸) and netting for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive species causing damage to trees.
10．What is the purpose of Alaina Gassler’s invention
A．To beautify vehicles. B．To improve the safety of driving.
C．To decorate the sidewalk for the blind. D．To reduce the carbon released from cars.
11．Whose invention is related to human health
A．Alaina Gassler’s. B．Sidor Clare’s.
C．Rachel Bergey’s. D．Alexis MacAvoy’s.
12．What is the Broadcom MASTERS about
A．Art. B．Sport. C．Technology. D．Education.
5.（2024上·甘肃武威·高三统考期末）
AI is just now starting to go mainstream, but these classic films about AI have been exploring the future of artificial intelligence for decades.
Ex Machina
In Ex Machina, a computer programmer is selected by the genius CEO of the company he works for to take part in an experiment involving the Turing test (图灵测试)with an impressive AI robot named Ava, convincingly played by a real actress.
A．I. Artificial Intelligence
No list on films featuring AI would be complete without A．I. Artificial Intelligence where a young AI boy with human-like feelings is left out by his human mother. As is so often the way, the questions posed by the story make the film way ahead of its time. What responsibility would humanity hold for an artificial intelligence that is advanced enough to actually experience feelings and emotional turmoil (混乱)？
I, Robot
As humans and robots struggle to survive together, and sometimes against each other, on Earth and in space, the future of both hangs in the balance. Here human men and women confront robots gone mad, telepathic robots, robot politicians, and vast robotic intelligence that may already secretly control the world. And both are asking the same questions: What is human And is humanity out of date
Brian and Charles
When an inventor in a Welsh village develops an AI being that looks like a mature professor who acts nothing like it, the result is quite possibly the funniest film of the decade so far. This is a film that is the perfect antidote to the apocalyptic threats surrounding modern life in the 21st century.
13．Who took the Turing test in the film Ex Machina
A．A CEO. B．An AI boy.
C．An inventor. D．A programmer.
14．What can we know about the AI boy in A． I. Artificial Intelligence
A．He is played by Ava.
B．He is experiencing emotional turmoil.
C．He is a life-like robot turning bad.
D．He is an orphan in real world.
15．Which of the following is a comedy film
A．I, Robot. B．Ex Machina.
C．Brian and Charles. D．A．I. Artificial Intelligence.
6.（2024·甘肃酒泉·高三校考期末）
Welcome to Holker Hall & Gardens
Visitor Information
How to Get to Holker
By Car: Follow brown signs an A590 from JB6, M6. Approximate travel times: Windermere-20 minutes, Kendal-25 minutes, Lancaster-45 minutes, Manchester-1 hour 30 minutes.
By Rail: The nearest station is Cark-in-Cartmel with trains to Carnforth, Lancaster Preston for connections to major cities & airports.
Opening Times
Sunday-Friday (closed on Saturday)11:00 am-4:00pm,30 March-2nd November.
Admission Charges
Hall & Gardens Gardens
Adults: 12.00 8.00
Groups 9 5.5
Special EventsProducers: Market 13th April
Join us to taste a variety of fresh local food and drinks. Meet the producers and get some excellent recipe ideas.
Holker Garden Festival 30th May
The event celebrate its 22nd anniversary with a great show of the very best of gardening, making it one of the most popular events in gardening.
National Garden Day 28th August
Holker once again opens is gardens in aid of the disadvantaged. For just a small donation you can take a tour with our garden guide.
Winter Market 8th November
This is an event for all the family. Wander among a variety of shops selling gifs while enjoying a live music show and nice street entertainment.
16．How long does it probably take a tourist to drive to Holker from Manchester
A．20 minutes. B．25 minutes.
C．45 minutes. D．90 minutes.
17．How much should a member of a tour group pay to visit to Hall & Cardens
A． 12.00. B． 9.00.
C． 8.0 D． 5.50
18．Which event will you go to if you want to see a live music show
A．Producers’ Market. B．Holker Garden Festival.
C．National Garden Day. D．Winter Market.
7.（2023·广西南宁·高三南宁三中校考阶段练习）
National parks like Yellowstone are popular destinations for both family vacations and adventure trips alike. But there are some places that simply don’t get the love that they deserve despite the fact that they are truly impressive.
Isle Royale National Park
Located in the heart of Lake Superior, Isle Royale requires a bit of work to reach, but it is well worth the effort. Access is permitted only via daily ferries, which is why larger parks like Yellowstone see more visitors in a day than Isle Royale sees in a year. Wildlife like wolves are frequently spotted by hikers along the park’s scenic trails.
Dry Tortugas National Park
Another island park, the Dry Tortugas can be found 68 miles to the southwest of the Florida Keys. Accessible only by boat or plane, this park is actually quite small, but it’s packed with history, abundant sea life, and amazing coral reefs. At the center of the park is Fort Jefferson, the largest masonry(砖石)structure in the Western Hemisphere.
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
Covering more than 13.2 million acres, Wrangell-St Elias National Park is the largest in the entire U.S. system. Remote and mostly undeveloped, this is a park that demands more from its visitors, after all there are just two roads that lead into it. But in return, it gives them a special connection with nature that simply isn’t found anywhere else.
Big Bend National Park
Travelers looking for a truly wild experience should have Big Bend National Park on their bucket lists. Big Bend is well known for its whitewater rafting camping, and hiking although during the summer months it can be intensely warm, keeping many visitors away.
19．What is the main reason for fewer visitors to Isle Royale National Park
A．The terrible work. B．The dangerous wolves.
C．The remote location. D．The inconvenient transport.
20．Which park will you visit if you are interested in history
A．Big Bend National Park. B．Isle Royale National Park.
C．Dry Tortugas National Park. D．Wrangell St. Elias National Park.
21．How is Wrangell-St. Elias National Park different from the other three parks
A．With its wide roads. B．With its large area.
C．With its beautiful scenery. D．With its special visitors
8.（2023·广西玉林·高三统考阶段练习）
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9.（2024·贵州贵阳·高三贵阳一中校考阶段练习）
The European Towns and Cities That Are Magical at Christmas
Hallstatt, Austria
The town of Hallstatt and its beautiful landscape enjoy UNESCO protection. The old townhouses, tiny lanes and snow make this the ultimate destination forgetting into the festive mood. Hallstatt’s Christmas market is the stuff of legend. Picture a brightly lit tree and stalls selling decorations and handicrafts and you’re halfway to imagining just how special this spot is.
Valkenburg, Netherlands
Valkenburg has much of the usual European Christmas charms to attract visitors. However, what makes it special is the fact that they can all be found underground. The town’s Christmas Caves have become internationally renowned, with a wide range of stalls selling festive gifts and decorations. The larger Municipality Cave is home to one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe.
Wroclaw, Poland
Wroclaw is regarded as one of Poland’s most beautiful cities, but it takes things to another level at Christmas. The city’s Christmas market is home to over 250 stalls and a superb fair. The architecture here captures the Christmas feeling too, with Gothic structures meaning everyone can tap into the special feeling that only comes round at this time of year.
Gothenburg, Sweden
Gothenburg is full of festive surprises for those willing to risk traveling north and brave the Scandinavian chill. And chief among them is the Liseberg Christmas Market. Set in an amusement park celebrating its100th anniversary in 2023, visitors can enjoy rides here and taste delicacies (佳肴) from across the country, including pickled herring, reindeer and spiced wine.
25．Which of the following places has underground Christmas charms
A．Hallstatt. B．Valkenburg. C．Wroclaw. D．Gothenburg.
26．What do the listed places have in common
A．They have amusement parks. B．They feature Gothic buildings.
C．They provide Christmas markets. D．They enjoy UNESCO protection.
27．Which section of a newspaper is this text most likely from
A．News. B．Business. C．Nature. D．Travel.
10.（2023·贵州·高三校联考阶段练习）
SPACE JAM
For kids inspired by India’s moon landing, here are four destinations where families can explore the stars, space and beyond.
Kennedy Space Center, Florida (USA)
The NASA-operated Kennedy Space Center is a must for aspiring astronauts and space lovers. It’s organised into chronologically grouped attractions and tours based around mission launches from the US Space Program. Hands-on experiences range from live presentations delivered by astronauts to the new Astronaut Training Experience Center. It is also the closest place from which the public can view rocket lift-offs at Cape Canaveral.
Jodrell Bank, Cheshire (UK)
This world-leading science research institute is centred around the Grade I-listed Lovell Telescope. Its 35-acre grounds include lots of interactive fun and educational exhibits across several indoor spaces, plus guided pathways to wander and outdoor facilities such as a pair of ‘whispering dishes’ for kids to call between. There’s also a programme of family friendly events, including the annual Bluedot Festival, which brings together live music and science workshops each July.
Pic du Midi, French Pyrenees (France)
There are few observatories in the world where you can eat a delicious dinner, spend the night stargazing before retiring to a comfortable cabin, then get up to watch the sun rise above the clouds. Getting to Pic du Midi is an adventure in its own right, involving a ride on two cable-cars up to 2,877m. Once there, guided astronomy sessions help kids discover Saturn and its rings, clusters of stars in deep space and solar flares on the sun’s surface via some of the world’s most powerful telescopes.
Mount Teide, Tenerife (Spain)
It’s home to the largest solar observatory in the world, which sits at an altitude of 2,390m on Spain’s highest mountain, the Teide volcano. Ride the cable-car up for a scientist-led tour, which includes the chance to observe the sun through portable solar telescopes. The special family visits include a fascinating science workshop exploring how observatory astrophysicists carry out their research.
28．Where can visitors watch rocket launches
A．Kennedy Space Center. B．Jodrell Bank.
C．Pic du Midi. D．Mount Teide.
29．In Jodrell Bank, visitors can do the followings except .
A．Enjoying live music. B．Exploring educational displays.
C．Wandering on guide-free pathways. D．Calling between via a designed device.
30．What do Pic du Midi and Mount Teide both offer
A．A comfortable cabin. B．A workshop of science.
C．Places for eating food. D．Guidance to observe the sun.
