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Famous resorts(度假胜地) on the earth
Maldives
Maldives is famous as the last paradise(乐园) on the earth. It’s made up of more than 1,800 coral islands,spreading over a sea area of about 90 thousand square kilometers on the Indian Ocean. People in Maldives believe in Islam. They must observe the religious rules strictly. However,tourists don’t need to follow these customs inside hotels,but they must do as the locals when they enter the community of the local people.
Jeju Island
Jeju Island,also known as the“Islands of the Gods”,is the biggest island of Republic of Korea. It is a volcanic island with a pleasant climate. Its yearly average temperature is 16℃,which makes it the most attractive vacation stop in Northeast Asia. It has gained fame as a shopping paradise. Here all the luxury(奢侈品) brands are free of duty. Every summer thousands of tourists come here to enjoy the coolness of the gentle sea breeze and buy cheap luxuries.
Phuket Island
Phuket Island,the biggest island of Thailand,is called a pearl on the Indian Ocean. It is world-famous for its beautiful beaches. Some are quiet and tourist-friendly,and some are as luxurious as personal vacation beaches. Some are famous for sea sports,and some are attractive to lovers of evening entertainments. Therefore,you’ll have a good time here whether you’re single or accompanied by your friends.
Hayman Island
Hayman Island,a secret vacation island,is one of the coral islands that make up the Great Barrier Reef. Every year thousands of tourists come here to admire the beauty of the tropic sea and the charming scene of the Great Barrier Reef. However,they seldom see any waiters and waitresses around as they work in and travel through a special tunnel(通道). This is why it’s called the most secret resort.
【语篇概述】本文介绍了世界上的四大度假胜地。
1. Tourists should_______in Maldives when getting out of the hotels.
A. follow the local rules
B. watch out for sharks
C. stay in secret tunnels
D. stay away from the local people
【解析】选A。细节理解题。根据第一段“They must observe the religious rules strictly”和“they must do as the locals. . . the local people”可知。
2. If you intend to do some shopping besides sightseeing,_______maybe is your best choice.
A. Maldives B. Phuket Island
C. Jeju Island D. Hayman Island
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据文章第二段最后三句话的内容可知,购物最好去济州岛。
3. Tourists think Hayman Island is secret because _______.
A. they are strictly limited within the hotel
B. they aren’t allowed to swim in the sea
C. they are forbidden to bargain in the market
D. they can’ t meet servants around them
【解析】选D。细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“they seldom see any waiters and waitresses around as they work in and travel through a special tunnel. ”可知D项正确。
