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[2022·威海高一上期末] We've explored London thoroughly and come away with quite a few lessons. Here are our top tips for travel in London.
☆Visiting Buckingham Palace
Together with Big Ben, Buckingham Palace is London's most symbolic landmark. This grand building is where Queen Elizabeth hosts banquets (宴会) and meets heads of state. The palace is only open during the summer. If you're visiting when the palace isn't available to tour, go to see the Changing of the Guard and take a tour of the Royal Mews, the Queen's stables (马厩) that hold her carriage collection.
☆Drinking afternoon tea
The British have taken a simple tea break and turned it into an impressive ceremony, complete with patterned china, plates of finger sandwiches and cakes. When making a reservation, remember that afternoon tea isn't a snack but a full meal, and if you do it right, you'll be full. The smart move is to skip lunch and maybe even dinner.
☆Hitting the London Eye
Standing near centuriesold buildings, the London Eye whirls (旋转) over the left bank of the Thames, overlooking the London Bridge and the Shard to the west. The experience is definitely worth the price of admission, especially on a clear day. But buy your tickets in advance online and go first thing in the morning. Crowds peak between 11 a．m. and 3 p．m., so get your breakfast to go and your line will be much shorter.
21．Which activity is particular for visitors to Buckingham Palace in summer?
A．Get around the grand building.
B．Enjoy the view of Big Ben.
C．Watch the Changing of the Guard.
D．Take a tour of the Royal Mews.
22．What is suggested if you want to enjoy afternoon tea in London?
A．Dressing up for the ceremony.
B．Booking online in advance.
C．Preparing patterned china for it.
D．Going with an empty stomach.
23．What do we know about the London Eye according to the text?
A．It is a centuriesold landmark.
B．London Bridge is to the east of it.
C．It's better to visit it in the afternoon.
D．Ticket booking is available online.
