C. The author was ashamed to admit his poor math. D. Mr. Myrus helped the author build up his confidence. 28.
Welcome to Washington, D.C.
Every year, Washington, D.C. welcomes sixteen million people as visitors to her city. As the nation’s capital city, there are hundreds of attractions to visit. Here are some of the most famous ones.
Washington Monument
The Washington Monument rises 555 feet, following the design of architect Robert Mills, a famous American designer of the 1840s. Construction of the monument began in 1848, but was not completed until 1884, almost 30 years after Mr. Mills’ death. This delay in construction was due to the American Civil War.
Constitution Avenue and 15th Street, NW Washington, DC 20560 (202) 426-6841
U.S. Capitol
The cast-iron dome(圆顶屋) of the United States Capitol, constructed between 1855 and 1866, may well be the most famous man-made landmark in America. The United States Capitol is open to visitors from Monday to Saturday through much of the year, including Federal holidays.
First Street, NE Washington, DC (202) 224-3121
The White House
The White House, is the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. The West Wing houses the President’s office. The East Wing, which contains additional office space, was added to the White House in 1942.
6th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20565 (202) 737-4215
World War II Memorial
The World War II Memorial was opened to the public on April 29, 2004 as a service to the World War II generation. The Memorial is a tribute to the World War II generation to those who served in uniform as well as those who worked in the nation factories and mines manufacturing necessary supplies. The Memorial takes its place between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument.
17th Street and Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20006 (202) 619-7225
21. When did Robert Mills probably die? A. In 1800
B. In 1848
C.In 1855
D. In 1884
22. On what day is the United States Capitol not open to visitors? A. Sunday
B. Monday
C. Tuesday
D. Saturday
23. Which of the following attractions has the shortest history? A. The Washington Monument C. The White House
B. The United States Capitol D. The World War II Memorial
试卷答案
1.32-35 BBAA
2.28-31 CACD
3. 24-27 CAAC
4.21-23 ADD
5. 32-35 DBCD
6.28-31 DCCA
7.24-27 ACAB
8.21-23 BDA
9.32-35 CBDA
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本文是说明文，话趣是文学作品类。文章主要讲述了沙士比亚的三种戏剧：悲剧、喜剧和历史剧。
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本文是记叙文，话题是社会生活类。几个喜欢骑行的人，用App软件把他们骑行的路线画成了一只山羊的模样，他们的做法得到了人们的广泛关注。
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27．D词义指代题。根据划线单词前文certainly，there'll be something coming, for we are making our decisions to put more and more plans into practice可知，此处的that指的是这个团体要实行他们的骑行计划。 12.21-23 DCC
本文为应用文，话题是实验类。文章介绍了干冰 以及用干冰制作棒冰所需的原料、工具和操作过程等。
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22．C细节理解题。根据Directions部分的第一句 可知，实验的第一步是用勺子在干冰上挖出一个棒冰的形状，用来盛果汁。
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