题目内容
【题目】Ice climbing is a dynamic winter sport that combines excitement, technique and determination.
Back in 2014, the sport was presented to the public during the Sochi Winter Olympic Games in Russia. The next goal for ice climbing is showcasing the sport in 2018 Pyeongchang Olympic Winter Games before it's included in 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games.
If you are already hooked on this sport, here are some of the world's best places with epic ice formations that you shouldn't miss.
Ouray, Colorado, US
Known as the "Switzerland of the US", Ouray offers climbers easy access to more than 200 named climbs, with free entrance to the park. The ice park also offers guide and instructional services for beginners. Ouray usually hosts the biggest ice festival in North America every January.
Shuangqiaogou, Sichuan, China
China has a lot of ice walls, which are located in different mountains in the northern and western parts of the country. Among them, Sichuan province's Shuangqiaogou, or Twinbridge Trench, in Mount Siguniang has some of the finest such spots. The ice season in the area usually starts mid-December and runs through late February. Climbers can enjoy various ice formations along with a clean, quiet environment.
Valdez, Alaska, US
Alaska's breathtaking Valdez region has been attracting world-class climbers to the region for decades. Each year, thrill-seekers flock there to follow classic routes such as Sheep Creek and Solomon Gulch, while others explore the area by themselves, hoping to find the next classic site on their own adventures. Other winter sports activities such as glacier hiking, skiing and sled trips can also be found there.
【1】Which of the following is WRONG according to the passage?
A. Ice climbing was first invented in 2014.
B. Ice climbing was presented to the public during the Sochi Winter Olympic Games.
C. Ice climbing is expected to enter the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games.
D. One should be skillful and determined to be engaged in ice climbing.
【2】You can receive the services in Ouray park EXCEPT ________.
A. instruction
B. guide
C. ice festivals
D. entrance of charge
【3】The ice season in ________ is as long as about 70 days.
A. Ouray
B. Shuangqiaogou
C. Valdez
D. Pyeongchang
【4】Which of the words can best describe the sports in Valdez?
A. Thrilling and open.
B. Enjoyable and safe.
C. Tiring and safe.
D. Boring and dangerous.
【答案】
【1】A
【2】D
【3】B
【4】A
【解析】本文为介绍说明文。冰攀是一项融合了刺激、技巧和决心的充满活力的冬季运动。文章介绍了可以进行冰上攀登的几个很著名的地方。
【1】细节理解题。根据第二段中的Back in 2014, the sport was presented to the public during the Sochi Winter Olympic Games in Russia.可知,这项(冰攀)运动是2014年俄罗斯索契冬季奥运会被呈现出来的,并不是2014年第一次被发明。故选A。
【2】细节理解题。根据Ouray, Colorado, US部分的The ice park also offers guide and instructional services for beginners. Ouray usually hosts the biggest ice festival in North America every January.及with free entrance to the park可知,人们可以免费进入这个场地。故选D。
【3】推理判断题。根据Shuangqiaogou, Sichuan, China部分的The ice season in the area usually starts mid-December and runs through late February.可推知,四川双桥沟的冰期从12月中旬到2月末,大概有70多天。故选B。
【4】推理判断题。根据Valdez, Alaska, US部分的Each year, thrill-seekers flock there to follow classic routes…while others explore the area by themselves…Other winter sports activities such as glacier hiking, skiing and sled trips can also be found there.可推知,美国阿拉斯加州的瓦尔迪兹地区的冬季运动充满了刺激,而且运动项目很多、没有局限性。故选A。