阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Cheapest Islands in the World to Visit
Grand Bahama Island, The Bahamas
As the northernmost of the 700 islands of the Bahamas, Grand Bahama dishes up plenty of cheap activities alongside its white-sand beaches. Visiting Lucayan National Park, which is home to both beloved Gold Rock Beach and one of the largest underwater cave (洞穴) systems in the world, is an affordable trip. There are hotel rooms at $80 a night.
Madeira, Portugal
Though closer to mainland Africa, Madeira is a part of Portugal known for its breathtaking natural beauty. Visitors can find hotels starting at $85 a night, and enjoy plenty of low-cost activities, like rowing a boat around the volcanic Porto Moniz natural swimming pools, and admiring the never-ending views around the island. No wonder it’s been called the “Hawaii of Europe”.
Dominican Republic
Looking for one of the least expensive Caribbean islands? The Dominican Republic is full of affordable surprises. In Santo Domingo, walk around Zona Colonial, the historic heart of the country’s capital, you’ll find castles, cathedrals (教堂), cobblestone streets, and cafés around every corner. During the low season (summer), you can find hotel deals starting at $33 a night.
Sri Lanka
Do you want to spend just $25～50 a day? Then go to Sri Lanka. Since the South Asian island country is one of the largest tea producers in the world, start with a tea factory tour on a peaceful hike. Taking a train ride through the hills from Kandy to Badulla or from Colombo to Galle is an enjoyable and affordable way to see the countryside.
1. What can you do in Lucayan National Park?
A. Visit a huge castle. B. Enjoy the beautiful beach.
C. Swim in Porto Moniz. D. Go on a tea factory tour.
2. What is special about Zona Colonial?
A. It requires booking. B. It has historic sites.
C. It is famous for tea. D. It is closed in summer.
3. Which of the following would provide a hotel room at the lowest price?
A. Dominica. B. The Bahamas. C. Portugal. D. Sri Lanka.
【答案】1. B2. B3. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个世界上适合参观的最便宜的岛屿。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Grand Bahama Island, The Bahamas这部分的第二句话“Visiting Lucayan National Park, which is home to both beloved Gold Rock Beach and one of the largest underwater cave (洞穴) systems in the world, is an affordable trip.(参观Lucayan国家公园是一次负担得起的旅行，这里既有备受喜爱的金岩海滩，也有世界上最大的水下洞穴系统之一)”可知，在Lucayan国家公园可以欣赏美丽的海滩。故选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。通读全文并根据Dominican Republic这部分的第三句“In Santo Domingo, walk around Zona Colonial, the historic heart of the country’s capital, you’ll find castles, cathedrals (教堂), cobblestone streets, and cafes around every corner.(在圣多明各，漫步在该国首都的历史中心Zona Colonial，你会发现城堡、大教堂、鹅卵石街道和咖啡馆遍布各个角落)”可知，本文介绍的其他地方都是自然风光为主，而Zona Colonial尤以历史古迹著称，所以Zona Colonial的特殊之处就在于它的历史古迹。故选B。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。对比文中四处旅游景点的酒店价格， Grand Bahama Island, The Bahamas标题下最后一句“There are hotel rooms at $80 a night. (有每晚80美元的旅馆房间。)”；Madeira, PortugalSri Lanka标题下“Visitors can find hotels starting at $85 a night(游客可以找到每晚85美元起的酒店)”；Dominican Republic标题下“you can find hotel deals starting at $33 a night.(你可以找到每晚33美元起的酒店优惠。)”；Sri Lanka标题下“Do you want to spend just $25～50 a day? (你想每天只花25~50美元吗?)”可知，Sri Lanka可以订购最便宜的客房。故选D。
