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Hawaii is full of attractions, beach parks and gathering places. Looking for something new and lesser-known? Check out these public parks throughout the islands.
Kapiolani Park (Oahu)
Located in the shadow of Diamond Head close to Waikiki Beach, there's a lot to love about Kapiolani Park. It was the first public space in Hawaii, (treated in 1877 by the last king of Hawaii, David Kalakaua, who named it after his wife, Queen Kapiolani. Ifs a nice place to get a glimpse of local life in Waikiki.
Opening time: Sunday to Saturday.
Waihee Beach Park (Maui)
Located off the main tourist trail, on the lesser - visited northeast coast of Maui, is Waihee Beach Park. The beach is small but scenic, with views looking north at the mountains and plenty of shade. Though narrow, the beach is long, making it perfect for a morning or evening walk.
Opening time: Except Tuesday.
Prince Kuhio Park (Kauai)
Prince Kuhio Park on Kauai is a monument to Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole. Close to Poipu Beach, the park has a nice view of the ocean. To the naked eye, that’s about it. But this Park serves as an opportunity to learn more about the lesser-known Kalanianaole, who is so respected in Hawaii that his birthday, March 26th, is a state holiday. Read up on his contributions to Hawaii and have a peaceful afternoon.
Opening time: Weekends.
Liliuokalani Park (Big Island)
Most visitors to Hilo are so focused on Hawaii Volcanoes National Park that they don’t take time to experience the town itself. It is in and around the waterfront park, Liliuokalani Park, that you can get the best glimpse of local life. Hilo has a strong waterfront presence. Liliuokalani Park at sunset is especially nice, thanks to its ocean views.
Opening time: Tuesday to Sunday.
1. On what day can one visit Prince Kuhio Park?
A. Monday. B. Wednesday.
C. Friday. D. Sunday.
2. Which park is an ideal place for evening walk?
A. Kapiolani Park. B. Waihee Beach Park.
C. Prince Kuhio Park. D. Liliuokalani Park.
3. Which of the following best describes the four parks?
A. Underrated. B. Romantic.
C. Historic. D. Well-known.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A
【解析】
本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了几个不太出名但值得参观的公园。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Prince Kuhio Park (Kauai)部分中的Opening time: Weekends.可知，人们可以在周末去Prince Kuhio公园参观。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Waihee Beach Park (Maui)部分中的Though narrow, the beach is long, making it perfect for a morning or evening walk.(虽然很窄，但海滩很长，适合早上或晚上散步)可知，Waihee Beach公园是夜间散步的理想之地。故选B。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第一段Looking for something new and lesser-known? Check out these public parks throughout the islands.(在寻找一些不太为人所知的新事物吗？看看这些岛屿上的公园)可知，夏威夷岛上的这些公园不太出名；再根据下文说这些公园景色非常优美，值得参观。所以可以推断出，这些公园都被低估了。故选A。
