第三部分:阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)
第一节:请阅读下列关于澳大利亚几个旅游景点的简介及几位旅客的相关信息,从A、B、C、D、E和F中为每位旅客选出最合适的旅游景点。选项中有一项是多余选项。(共5小题,每小题2分,满分10分)
61. Mike is from Great Britain. He has often heard of the amazing Great Barrier Reef. He hopes to see it with his own eyes some day.
62. Surrey is a sportsman who is very interested in water surfing, boating and some other sports on the sea. He hopes to enjoy the excitement as well as to relax on beaches.
63. Jeffery is an architect who would like to see some 19th-century buildings while visiting Australia so as to make his designs more attractive.
64. Nicholas is a scientist in geography. He would like to go to study something in the open, such as native wildlife, Ayers Rock and so on.
65. Anderson is a college student in geography, who would like to pay a visit to the coral reefs, red plains and dunes (沙丘) while visiting Australia.
A. Northern Territory & Darwin
Australia’s Northern Territory is a cast region with diverse geography. It stretches from the tip of the northern coastline to the outback. Waterfalls, interesting rock formations including Uluru (Ayers Rock), native wildlife and parkland are commonplace throughout. Darwin is the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory-its relaxing atmosphere and location make it the perfect centre for touring the area.
B. Queensland
Australia’s fastest growing state is home to 3.6 million people, taking up around 25% of the continent’s area. Whether you’re after adrenalin-pumping adventure, relaxing on sun-kissed beaches, trekking through ancient rainforest or snorkeling(潜水)on the Great Barrier Reef, there’s an experience just waiting to become YOUR treasured memory. Where else but Queensland?
C. Victoria & Melbourne
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is a city of spectacular 19th-century buildings alongside contemporary structures and surrounded by large areas of parkland. It is home to more than three million people from more than 200 nations. Take a walk or a tram(电车)ride and enjoy a delicious meal, wonderful architecture, beautiful parks and gardens, and fabulous shopping.
D. Sydney
Including the harbor’s island and much of the foreshore(前滩), Sydney Harbor National Park is full of picnic areas, bays, harbor pools and beaches to relax in, It’s where ferries, yachts, cruise vessels, jet boats, catamarans and kayaks all jostle for (争夺) a piece of the world’s best harbor, and you can enjoy a picnic surrounded by the harbor.
E. Adelaide
There’s so much to do in South Australia. And it’s all so close. Adelaide is the perfect gateway to the State’s 12 tourism regions. ..From cozy bed, tasty breakfasts and seaside villas to luxury city penthouses and gourmet retreats, we’ve got the accommodation to suit every taste and budget.
F. Tasmania
Tasmania is a land apart-a place of wild and beautiful landscapes; friendly, welcoming people; a pleasant, temperate climate; wonderful wine and food; a rich history; and a relaxed island lifestyle. Whether travelling from the ancient and varied terrains (地带) of the Kimberley to the towering forests of the southwest, from the unique coral reefs off our coast to the endless red plains and dunes of our arid heartland, you’ll find amazing series of outdoor experiences and enjoyable holidays.