A
Amazing landscapes of China’s Xinjiang
Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is located in the central part of the Eurasian Continent, on the northwest border of China. It covers about one-sixth of China’s total territory. Xinjiang was a key link on the Silk Road and a hub for east-west cultural exchanges in ancient times.
Attractions in Xinjiang
Karakul Lake
The Karakul is a lake in Akto County along the highway, located 196 km from Kashgar City. Karakul is a very unusual plateau(高原) lake. In fact, it is the highest lake of the Pamir Plateau, at an altitude of 3,600 m. The view is stunning, thanks to the surrounding, snow-covered mountains and beautiful reflections in the crystal-clear water.
Tianchi Lake
Tianchi Lake also known as Heavenly Lake, is located on the northern side of the Bogeda Peak in the Tianshan mountains. It is 120 km from Urumqi City and only a 90-minute drive, and the center of the Tianchi scenic area of startling contrasts – an alpine drift lake at an altitude of 1,980 m (6,496 ft) with glistening glaciers on the mountain peaks nearby when the sun is shining.
Kanas Lake
Kanas Lake is in the Kanas Geopark and is mainly made up of Crouching Dragon Bay, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay and the interesting mystery of the legendary big red monster fish! The water, surrounded by snow-covered mountains, decorates the world like a diamond.
Delicious food in Xinjiang
Xinjiang boasts a rich and unique food culture. Breakfast here includes melons, jam and milk tea while lunch is often served with flour-based delicacies featuring beef and mutton. Dinner usually entails Nang, tea or noodles.
Various products of Xinjiang
Xinjiang specialties include lavender, cotton, tomato, mutton, beef, jujube, and various fruits.
In addition, Xinjiang has the richest mineral resources in China, with 138 different types. Those resources discovered in other parts of our country accounts for less than a quarter. Nephrite is one of China’s top five famous jades and most of it is found in Hetian, Xinjiang.
1. Which is the best choice for those near Urumqi City who prefer a challenge of plateau?
A. Kanas Lake B. Karakul Lake C. Heavenly Lake D. the Pamir Plateau
2. If you are invited to a meal in Xinjiang at noon, what main course may probably be served?
A. Milk tea B. Baked Nang C. Pulled noodles D. Roasted whole lamb
3. What percentage of the minerals is discovered in Xinjiang?
A. More than 75 % B. Less than 25% C. Around 25% D. Around 50%
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. A
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇应用文。文章从旅游景点、地理位置、美食、物产等方面介绍了中国新疆维吾尔自治区。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Tianchi Lake”部分第一句“Tianchi Lake, also known as Heavenly Lake, is located on the northern side of the Bogeda Peak in the Tianshan mountains.”（天池，又名天池，位于天山博格达峰北侧。）和第二句“It is 120 km from Urumqi City and only a 90-minute drive, and the center of the Tianchi scenic area of startling contrasts – an alpine drift lake at an altitude of 1,980 m (6,496 ft) with glistening glaciers on the mountain peaks nearby when the sun is shining.”（它距离乌鲁木齐120公里，只有90分钟的车程，与天池风景名胜区的中心形成了惊人的对比——一个海拔1980米(6496英尺)的高山漂流湖，太阳照耀时附近山峰上闪闪发光的冰川。）可知，天池是乌鲁木齐附近喜欢高原挑战的人的最佳选择。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Delicious food in Xinjiang”部分第二句“Breakfast here includes melons, jam and milk tea while lunch is often served with flour-based delicacies featuring beef and mutton.”（早餐有甜瓜、果酱和奶茶，午餐则是牛羊肉面食。）可知，如果你被邀请中午在新疆吃饭，很有可能会有烤全羊。故选D。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据“Various products of Xinjiang”部分第三句“Those resources discovered in other parts of our country accounts for less than a quarter.”（在我国其他地区发现的资源还不到四分之一。）可知，在新疆发现的矿产资源的比例超过75%。故选A。
