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【题目】The first Europeans to occupy Canada's Prince Edward Island were the French in the 1500s. At that time, its name was Ile Saint-Jean. When the British took over in 1758, they changed the name to its current one in honor of Prince Edward, the first son of Britain's King George Ⅲ.

Today many communities find their places in Prince Edward Island, but Charlottetown is the only one that can call itself a metropolitan(大都市)area, despite the fact that it is a small one. About 60,000 people live in the city and surrounding area. The city's center area remains relatively unchanged from its 19th century beginnings. Charlottetown's boardwalk runs alongside the water,past docks,boats,shops and restaurants. Historic homes line the streets.During summer months, costumed characters walk around the city and tell of it history.

Cavendish beach welcomes beach lovers. The gulf streams makes the water warm and wonderful for swimming, and the island's 1,760-kilometer coastline means a beach is never far away.

Nine of PEI's 63 lighthouses will welcome visitors in the summer. Besides enjoying stunning views from the tops, visitors can browse in the small museums and learn about the island's history.

The most popular time to visit PE I is July to August, when the average temperature reaches 23℃ during the day. From January to February, the average daytime high is only -3.3°C. Each winter, an average 318.2 centimeters of snow fall on the island, covering it with a white blanket.

Considering the island's many visitors, it's no surprise that tourism is importantthere. Other key industries on the island are agriculture, fishing and information technology. With so much to offer, the island is naturally a desirable place to live as well.

【1】What does this island's current name refer to ?

A. A legendary story aboutits founder

B. A member of the British royal family.

C. A central province of Canada.

D. A fine victory over the French.

【2】According to this article, how do other communities compare with Charlottetown?

A. There are nearly double its size. B. They are slightly larger.

C. They are approximately the same size. D. They are much smaller.

【3】Where can people walk in Charlottetown according to Paragraph 2?

A. Across the highway. B. Through a field.

C. Beside a harbor. D. Around a factory.

【4】Which of the following conclusions can we draw from the text?

A. This article mainly describes the island’s climate.

B. This article implies that farming is an important industry on the island.

C. All PEI’s lighthouses are open to visitors in summer.

D. All PEI’s museums are too small to attract visitors.

Answer 1

【答案】

【1】B

【2】D

【3】C

【4】B

【解析】本文介绍以英国皇室命名的Prince Edward Island岛。

【1】B

细节理解题。根据第一段中When the British took over in 1758, they changed the name to its current one in honor of Prince Edward, the first son of Britain's King George Ⅲ.可知这个岛目前的名字涉及到英国的一名皇室成员。答案为B。

【2】D

细节理解题。根据第二段第一句Today many communities find their places in Prince Edward Island, but Charlottetown is the only one that can call itself a metropolitan(大都市)area, despite the fact that it is a small one.可知Charlottetown与其他的城市相比较更小。答案为D。

【3】C

推理判断题。根据第二段中Charlottetown's boardwalk runs alongside the water,past docks,boats,shops and restaurants.可知按着第二段Charlottetown的人们在一个港口旁散步。答案为C。

【4】B

推理判断题。根据最后一段中Other key industries on the island are agriculture, fishing and information technology.可知这篇文章暗示农业在这个岛上是一个重要的产业。答案为B。