If you are going to Europe, you might consider taking some time to visit Provence. Whether you are interested in beautiful places, ancient history, good food, or music and theater, Provence has something to offer to you.
Provence once was a Roman province and is in the southeast of France now. You will be attracted by its green hills, olive* trees, and old towns with pretty houses. Visitors can find forests, colorful flowers, horses, and people with smiles there. Provence is also “the city of dream in Europe.” Some people say it is Provence that makes France so romantic. The palace should play an important part in the romantic stories.
The Flowers: Provence is the hometown of lavenders* and sunflowers. Lavender means “waiting for love”. It also means beautiful. The mountains of Lubero is the most beautiful area across France. And there are also many kinds of lavenders. Compared with the fantastic flowers Lavender, sunflower is a lot warmer. Under the sunlight, thousands of yellow sunflowers are smiling at the sun.
The Food: The people there are well-known for keeping their traditional lifestyles. And in the restaurant, you will have the experience of eating the food that has the too much use of olive oil. The food is fresh and healthy. All the things make Provence become the heaven to those who like delicious food.
The other activities: Provence is the Kingdom of city. They hold many parties, dance, and festivals. You can even see a bullfight* in the towns of Arles and Nimes, or enjoy great shows with the famous stars.
May to July are the best tourist months. Not only the red sky, the sweet smell of olive, but also the wonderful lavenders, make Provence send out the breath of romantic.
【小题1】The Provence lies ___________.

A.in the southeast of France
B.in the northeast of France
C.in the southwest of France
D.in the northwest of France
【小题2】We can do following things EXCEPT____________ in Provence
A.watching a bullfight
B.enjoying great shows with the famous stars.
C.seeing beautiful sights
D.eating the food that has the too much use of fish oil
【小题3】According to the passage, which following statement is RIGHT?
A.Provence has green hills, olive trees, and new towns with pretty houses.
B.Lavender is warmer than sunflower.
C.If a person likes food, Provence is a wonderful place for him.
D.June is not a good time to visit Provence.


The Xin’an Street Community(社区)began three programs not long ago.
The Neighborhood Clean-up Program
Every Sunday at 5:00pm, the neighbors begin cleaning Xin’an Street from one end to the other. The head of the Community, Zhao Fuqin, said, “The first Sunday, only eleven people came, but we picked up over seven big bags of rubbish (垃圾)from the sidewalk and street. The next weekend, twenty people came, and filled eight rubbish bags. Now the neighborhood really looks great!”
The Neighborhood Watch Program
The neighbors on Xin’an Street began this program to look for problems in the neighborhood and to call the police if necessary. The neighbors all say the watch has already helped.
SunYan, aged 60, a retired teacher, said, “In the past, I felt afraid at night. Now I know my neighbors are watching for trouble. ” According to the police, there are fewer problems on Xin’an Street. “Calls to 110 went down last month. Criminals knew that the people on Xin’an Street were watching, so they stayed away,” said a policeman.
The Neighborhood Fitness Program
A Health Club was built last month, where the neighbors can do different kinds of sports like basketball, ping-pong ball, tennis, etc. “Every morning you can see groups of neighbors running, dancing and playing Taijiquan. We have come to realize the importance of taking exercise,” said Chen Jinliang, a businessman of 45.
The community has more plans. “We plan to start the Kids Care Program for children. We are going to build an after-school club. And we want to have a picnic for everyone in the neighborhood!” said Zhao Fuqin.
【小题1】When do the neighbors of the Clean-up Program clean Xin’an Street?

A.Every Saturday morning.
B.Every Saturday afternoon.
C.Every Sunday morning.
D.Every Sunday afternoon.
【小题2】Who is Zhao Fuqin?
A.A retired teacher.
B.The head of Xin’an Street Community.
C.A businessman.
D.A policeman.
【小题3】What does the underlined word “criminals” mean?
A.罪犯.B.乞丐.C.强盗.D.邻居.
【小题4】The community started _______ to help people keep healthy.
A.the Clean-up Program
B.the Watch Program
C.the Fitness Program
D.the Kids Care Program
【小题5】From the passage we know that _______ in the Xin’an Street Community.
A.there are no problems now
B.an after-school club was built last month
C.the neighbors have a picnic every Sunday
D.the environment is getting nicer and cleaner now

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