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Canadians are blessed with an abundance of natural wonders with enough lakes, mountains and rivers to explore for a lifetime.We've also got some of the most shocking waterfalls on Earth.
Pissing Mare Falls—Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland and Labrador
Pissing Mare Falls may have a funny sounding name but they're no joke: in fact, they're one of the highest waterfalls in Canada.Located in the beautiful Gros Morne National Park, the falls are only accessible by boat tour.
Takakkaw Falls—Yoho National Park, British Columbia
Takakkaw translated from Cree loosely means the “magnificent”， and it's a suitable word for the secondhighest waterfalls in Canada.After a steep drive up a winding road, these falls are only a short hike from the parking lot along a wheelchair accessible path.
Niagara Falls—Niagara Falls, Ontario
Niagara Falls are the most famous waterfalls in Canada.Actually they are made up of three different falls—the Horseshoe Falls, the most powerful in North America, are the only one located on the Canadian side.Melting glaciers formed the falls thousands of years ago and the beautiful green color is due to dissolved salt and finely ground (磨) rock.
Bridal Veil Falls—Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park, British Columbia
Pretty and delicate, the Bridal Veil Falls are located just east of Chilliwack, British Columbia, and really do look like a bride with a beautiful veil (面纱), with water gently pouring over smooth rock.An easy 15minute walk to the falls takes you through rich leaves.Picnic tables are available, and there are lots of opportunities for viewing wildlife along the way.
【语篇解读】 本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了加拿大四个令人震惊的瀑布。
1．Where are Pissing Mare Falls?
A．Near British Columbia.
B．In a beautiful park.
C．On the highest mountain in Canada.
D．Between Newfoundland and Labrador.
B [细节理解题。根据Pissing Mare Falls—Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland and Labrador部分的“Located in the beautiful Gros Morne National Park, the falls are only accessible by boat tour.”可知，Pissing Mare瀑布在一个美丽的公园里。故选B。]
2．How did Niagara Falls come into being?
A．It remains a mystery.
B．It originated from several rivers.
C．It was formed by the melting glaciers.
D．It was made by dissolved salt and finely ground rock.
C [细节理解题。根据Niagara Falls—Niagara Falls, Ontario部分的“Melting glaciers formed the falls thousands of years ago and the beautiful green color is due to dissolved salt and finely ground (磨) rock.”可知，尼亚加拉瀑布是由融化的冰川形成的。故选C。]
3．What can you do in Bridal Veil Falls?
A．Hunting wildlife. B．Having a picnic.
C．Collecting salt. D．Buying veils.
B [细节理解题。根据Bridal Veil Falls—Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park, British Columbia部分的“Picnic tables are available, and there are lots of opportunities for viewing wildlife along the way.”可知，在Bridal Veil 瀑布，你可以野餐。故选B。]
