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1.When choosing imported goods, people are ____ (困惑) about all the different labels on them.
2.In the students’ eyes, Miss Liu who teaches them English is a(n) ____(合格的) teacher.
3.The guide ____ (警告) us that it was not a good idea to go out at night when we were traveling there.
4.As a ____ (志愿者), I am willing to help people who live in poor villages.
5.With my mother’s kind words, I am always filled with strength and ____ (勇气).
6.It’s said that the writer has written all his experiences in this book, so it is ____ (值得的) to read it.
7.No matter what happens in the future, he will not give up his ____ (志向) to be a doctor.
8.He managed to finish the work in time ____ (尽管) his lack of experience.
9.Diana is a ____ (体贴的) boss who is always willing to help.
10.He is still _________ (犹豫) about whether to join the club.
Tower of London
Adult | £18.00 | Child (5-12) | £9.50 |
Family (Up to 2 adults & 6 children) | £50.00 | Middle School Student | £15.50 |
● 1st March to 31st October
Tuesday to Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday & Monday: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
● 1st November to 28th February
Tuesday to Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday & Monday: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Exception: 24th - 26th December & 1st January (Closed)
● Description
HM Tower of London is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England. It was founded towards the end of 1066. It was built to frighten and control Londoners and to prevent foreign attackers. It’s now a symbol of London and Britain and one of the world’s leading tourist attractions.
● The White Tower
The White Tower, which gives the entire castle its name, was built by William in 1078, and was a disliked symbol of cruelty.
● Royal Beasts
The Royal Beasts is the earliest zoo in London! You can see sculptures (雕像) of lions, tigers, elephants and even a polar bear; discover how they came to be at the Tower and what became of them. You can also hear the amazing tales of how the animals were fed, watered and housed as well as different accidents when the public got a little close!
● Crown Jewels
The tradition of housing the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London probably dates from the time when Henry III was in power. The Jewel House was built specially to house the royal treasure(财富). When money was needed, the treasure could be sold. The treasure allowed the ruler to enjoy independence from the upper classes, and thus was closely watched.
● Prisoners of the Tower
Come and see what life was like imprisoned in the tower. Experience the sights, sounds and letters five hundred years ago.
1.If Mr. and Mrs. Green take their 6-year-old twin daughters to the Tower of London, they will spend at least £____.
A. 36 B. 40 C. 50 D. 55
2.What was the aim of the building of the Tower of London?
A. To make it a home for rulers.
B. To show the wealth and power of the country.
C. To protect Londoners and fight against the enemy.
D. To put Londoners under control and protect the country.
3.Why did people hate the White Tower in the past?
A. It could bring people bad luck.
B. It cost Londoners their lives and money to build the tower.
C. The tower stood for cruel ruling.
D. In the Tower the kings ordered people to do lots of hard work.
4.Which of the following could give a hand when the country was short of money in history?
A. Crown Jewels. B. Royal Beasts.
C. The White Tower. D. Prisoners of the Tower.
5.Which of the following statement is TRUE according to the passage?
A. The Tower of London is open all the year round.
B. The Royal Beasts was the first zoo ever built in London.
C. Most of the visitors dislike visiting the White Tower.
D. Crown Jewels help you know how the country got independence.