第三部分:阅读理解 (共20小题;每小题2分, 满分40分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。
When you look at a map of the Caribbean,
you will see a bunch of little islands surrounded by. Blue waters, which
include places that aren't always household names like Montserrat and Anguilla.
While some of the names may not be
familiar, the fact is that the Caribbean is a popular vacation region. Those
little clots on the map often turn out to be island paradises. There are more
than 7,000 islands, islets, and reefs in the area, many of which are lightly
populated and stunningly beautiful.
The biggest challenge you might face in
planning your trip is choosing where in the Caribbean to go. All of the nations
feature excellent weather. Most feature beautiful beaches. You can enjoy the
waters in most of the Caribbean nations and as is often the case with island
nations, you will be welcomed warmly by the locals. Here are some resources to
help you.
Unless you can walk on water or you cruise
the Caribbean, the best way to visit is to fly. Some destinations have more
frequent and cheaper flights than others. You should do some comparison
shopping on flights to the Caribbean. And if you are planning on flying there
during the Christmas holiday weeks it's important to book as early as possible
because prices will just keep going up as they get closer.
The Caribbean offers a wide variety of
accommodation options. Check out the Caribbean hotels that are available to get
a better idea of the various options. If you are on a tight budget then, the
Caribbean could be challenging, as there are only a few cheap hotels and
hostels that might help you save some money.
Many people see the Caribbean from a cruise
ship. There is no shortage of cruises that will take you through the region.
Cruise and Vacation Travel Packages is the place to go to find the cruise or
vacation package that is right for you.
56. The Caribbean is popular with tourists
because ________.
A. the area has a small
population
B. the area has a long history.
C. there are many beautiful islands
there
D. tire area is very developed
57. The underlined word "they" in
the fourth paragraph refers to _________.
A. prices of air
tickets
B. tourists to the Caribbean
C. flights to the
Caribbean
D. the Christmas holiday weeks
58. Which of the following statements is
NOT true according to the passage?
A. The weather in all of the Caribbean
nations is fine.
B. Most of the Caribbean hotels are cheap.
C. The local people of the Caribbean are
very friendly.
D. It is hard to choose a destination in
the Caribbean.