题目内容
【题目】阅读理解
阅读下列四篇短文,从每小题后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
Hearst Castle is a palatial(宫殿式) park on the central California coast and a National Historic Landmark. It was designed by architect Julia Morgan for William Randolph Hearst from 1919 until 1947. In 1957, the Hearst Corporation donated the fortune to the state of California. Since that time it has been maintained as a state historic park where the estate and its considerable collection of art and antiques are open for public tours. In spite of its location far from any urban center, the site attracts roughly one million visitors every year.
Guided Tours
There are several tours which highlight various parts of the castle and gardens.
Tour One is recommended for first time visitor. It now includes the movie, Hearst Castle Building the Dream.
Tour Two gives visitors a closer look at the main house's upper floors, Mr. Hearst's private suite, the libraries, and the kitchen.
Tour Three looks at the Castle's North Wing, guest rooms and guest house Casa Del Monte.
Tour Four features the impressive gardens and grounds, the largest guesthouse, the wine basement, and the Hidden Terrace.
The evening tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as one of the Hearst's own visitors might have.
Ticket Prices
Hearst Castle accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. Free day use parking is available for automobiles, motorcycles, tour buses and recreational vehicles.
TOURS | ADULT | Ages 6-17 |
Experience Tour | $ 24 | $ 12 |
Tours 2, 3 or 4 | $ 24 | $12 |
Evening tour | $30 | $15 |
Children under 6 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Reservation Information
While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Center upon arrival, tour reservations are strongly recommended and may be reserved online now or by calling 1-800-444-4445, see below for time.
Reservation Call Center Hours | ||
Dates | Monday-Friday | Saturday-Sunday |
March-September | 8AM. to 6PM. | 8AM. to 6PM. |
October-February | 9AM. to 5PM. | 9AM. to 3PM. |
Visit www. Hearst castle. org for more information.
【1】Who does the Hearst Castle belong to at present?
A. William Randolph Hearst.
B. Julia Morgan.
C. The state of California.
D. The Hearst Corporation.
【2】If a young couple take Tour One with
A. $36. B. $60. C. $48. D. $75.
31. 【3】Which of the following is the available time to book tickets by phone?
A. At 8 AM on Monday in February. B. At 9 AM on Sunday in March.
C. At 7 PM on Friday in September. D. At 6 PM on Saturday in October.
32. 【4】 What is the purpose of the passage?
A. To attract visitors to Hearst Castle.
B. To introduce Hearst Castle.
C. To introduce California's scenery.
D. To introduce Hearst Castle' scenery.
【答案】
【1】C
【2】C
【3】B
【4】A
【解析】
【1】C 细节题。根据第一段第三句In 1957, the Hearst Corporation donated the fortune to the state of California.可知在1957年,the Hearst Corporation就把这个城堡捐给了加利福尼亚州,所以现在它属于加州。故C正确。
【2】C 计算题。根据Ticket Prices部分中Tours 2, 3 or 4 成年人$ 24;6-17岁的人$12,那么一对夫妻2人共48美元,5岁的孩子不收费。共48美元。故C正确。
【3】B 细节题。根据Reservation Call Center Hours部分中March-September周六到周日的电话预定时间是8AM. to 6PM,可知在三月份的星期天上午9点电话订票是可以的。故B正确。
【4】A 目的意图题。本文属于广告类阅读,介绍美国加利福尼亚州的一个旅游景点Hearst Castle,并详细介绍了这个景点的历史、特色、价格等信息。最终的目的是为了吸引游客到Hearst Castle参观。故A正确。