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【题目】 Enjoy the sunshine at the four best beaches in Los Angeles, including family-friendly shores and perfect places for surfers (冲浪者).

El Matador State Beach

Malibu

Small and beautiful, El Matador looks unlike any European beach. Comfortable shoes are necessary but remember not to bring too much gear (装备). This western Malibu beach is only accessible via a steep rocky path. There are no lifeguards or other facilities (设施), so you are able to find some privacy on the beach. Arriving early or staying late can reward you with a memorable dawn or sunset.

Good for: nature lovers

Facilities: simple restrooms

Parking: parking lot $10, street parking free (watch out for “no parking” signs)

Zuma Beach

Malibu

It is a popular and touristy spot on weekends and holidays for locals and beach-goers. The wide, sandy beach is good for spreading out on beach towels and water sports, from swimming to volleyball. And it is one of the few beaches in Malibu where bonfires (篝火) are allowed.

Good for: sports lovers, groups

Facilities: restrooms, showers, volleyball courts and swings

Parking: parking lot $3 — $10, street parking free

Leo Carrillo State Park

Malibu

Leo Carrillo State Beach has the best of the both: a well-equipped stretch of sand plus scenic beauty. Groups and families can make use of the on-site camping grounds, picnic area, RV parking lot and coin-operated showers.

Good for: families, groups

Facilities: showers, camp site, RV parking lot and restrooms

Parking: parking lot $3 — $10

El Porto Beach

Manhattan

Newcomers love the sandy beach break, while winter wave hunters can brave overhead waves. Enter the parking lot from 45th Street, and note the five-hour limit. Those that prefer to stay on land can make use of the bike path.

Good for: surfers

Facilities: restrooms, showers and a bike path

Parking: $1.50 per hour metered parking

1What can we learn about El Matador State Beach?

A.It is large and flat.

B.It is a bit hard to reach.

C.It is well equipped for surfing.

D.It is provided with trained lifeguards.

2If a large family wants to take a picnic at the beach, they’ll probably go to ___________.

A.El Matador State BeachB.Zuma Beach

C.Leo Carrillo State ParkD.El Porto Beach

3What do the four beaches have in common?

A.They lie in Malibu.B.They allow making bonfires.

C.They provide parking areas.D.They are suitable for water sports.

【答案】

1B

2C

3C

【解析】

本文是一篇应用文,介绍了洛杉矶四个最受人们欢迎的沙滩。

1推理判断题。根据El Matador State Beach部分的“This western Malibu beach is only accessible via a steep rocky path.”可知,这个西部马里布海滩只有通过陡峭的岩石小径才能到达,由此可知,该沙滩不太容易到达,故B项正确。

2细节理解题。根据Leo Carrillo State Park部分的“Groups and families can make use of the on-site camping grounds, picnic area, RV parking lot and coin-operated showers.”可知,团体和家庭可以使用现场露营场地、野餐区、房车停车场和投币淋浴,由此可知,如果一家人想去沙滩野餐,最可能选择Leo Carrillo State Park,故C项正确。

3细节理解题。根据El Matador State Beach部分的“Parking: parking lot $10, street parking free”,Zuma Beach部分中的“Parking: parking lot $3 — $10, street parking free”,Leo Carrillo State Park部分中的“Parking: parking lot $3 — $10”,以及El Porto Beach部分中的“Parking: $1.50 per hour metered parking”可知,这四个沙滩都提供停车场,故C项正确。

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