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If you are looking for a vacation to a beautiful beach town, each state on the East Coast has something new to offer. Here you can find the best cities along the East Coast based on a departure (离开) from Los Angeles.
Savannah, Georgia
Round-trip flight cost: $ 415
Walking tours of the city’s attractions are led by local historians, and you can know more about the famous squares and see the bench where Forrest Gump sat. There is also a free tour to Forsyth Park, home to a 300-year-old Candler Oak tree. Visitors can also stay at the Forsyth Park, which includes a spa, restaurant and cooking school.
Charleston, South Carolina
Round-trip flight cost: $519
You don’t have to travel to Europe to visit one of the world’s best spots. Charleston made Travel and Leisure’s 2018 list of the top 15 international cities. It was also ranked the No. 1 U. S. city for the sixth year in a row in 2018. You can enjoy the sunshine for free at Folly Beach and watch the sunset from the pier (码头).
Block Island, Rhode Island
Round-trip flight cost: $358
There are no flights from Los Angeles directly to Block Island, but a round-trip flight to Providence, Rhode Island. There you can make your way to Block Island and visit 1661 Farms and Gardens, which is home to kangaroos, camels, ducks, goats and much more. Southeast Lighthouse here is praised for its beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Roanoke, Virginia
Round-trip flight cost: $517
Take advantage of the arts and crafts trips, hiking paths and waterfall stops all along the Blue Ridge Parkway. If you don’t want to stay outdoors, visit the Taubman Museum of Art for free. The museum has a collection of over 2, 100 pieces from around the world and hosts special exhibits(展览会) throughout the year.
【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了美国东海岸几个著名的旅游城市。
21. What do tours in Savannah allow visitors to do?
A. Learn about the history of the city.
B. Help plant trees in Forsyth Park.
C. Attend a cooking school for free.
D. Watch an open-air movie.
【解析】选A。细节理解题。根据 Savannah, Georgia 部分第一句“由当地历史学家领着出行观光城市游览胜地。”可知, 游客在Savannah 观光过程中可以了解该城市的历史。故选A。
22. Block Island is best suitable for visitors who .
A. are unwilling to travel by air
B. love to spend time with animals
C. want to appreciate works of art
D. prefer enjoying the mountain view
【解析】选B。推理判断题。根据Block Island, Rhode Island 部分的内容可知, 农场和园子里有袋鼠、骆驼、鸭子、山羊等。 Block Island 适合喜欢看动物的游客。故选B。
23. At which place can visitors have both outdoor and indoor tours?
A. Savannah. B. Charleston.
C. Block Island D. Roanoke.
【解析】选D。细节理解题。 根据Roanoke, Virginia部分的内容可知, Roanoke既有室外也有室内的观光活动。故选D。
