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EXPERIENCE COLUMBIA
HOT ATTRACTIONS
◆RIVERBANKS ZOO&GARDEN
It is home to more than 2.000 animals and one of the nation's most beautiful botanical gardens.With more than 350 species from around the world,Riverbanks is one of the largest mid— sized zoos in the country.
Hours:9:00a.m．一5:00p.m.daily.
Admission:Adults(13—61)一$19.95
Children(2—12)——$16.95
◆EDVENTURE
The Soutll's largest children's museum has 300 exhibits to mspire children to expenence the joy of learning. where else but EdVenture can children drive a real fire truck, anchor the news or visit another country?
Hours : Monday - Sunday :9 a. m. -5 p. m.
Admission : Members Free
Children and Adults - $ 11. 95
◆SOUTH CAROLINA STATE MUSEUM
The stories of South Carolina come alive through the exhibits and collections of the State Museum. Plus, a new 4-D theater provides popular movies that excite all ages. Museum members are invited to night-sky observing and more on Tuesday nights !
Hours : Mon. ,Wed. - Fri. :10 a. m. -5 p. m. ,Tues. :10 a. m. -10 p. m. ,
Sat. :10 a. m. -6 p. m. ,Sun. :Noon -5 p. m.
Admission:Adults (13 -61) : $ 8.95
Children (3 - 12) : $ 6. 95
◆SALUDA SHOALS PARK
Saluda Shoals Park is a sensitive riverfront park that invites visitors to experience the treasures of the Saluda River through exceptional educational and cultural opportunities.
Fun-filled Family Activities Nightly! ( except Thanksgiving, Chnstmas Eve and Christmas night)
Free for activities : apply with Holiday Lights admission ( $ 20/car; $ 40/15-passenger vehicle; $ 60/bus) .
1. Which attraction best suits a child interested in broadcasting news?
A. EdVenture. B. The State Museum.
C. Saluda Shoals Park. D. Riverbanks Zoo & garden.
2. How much should a young couple with a 4-year-old son pay to enjoy various plants and animals?
A. $ 24.85. B. $ 20.
C. $ 56.85. D. $ 35.85.
3. Which of the following is available to all tourists in the State Museum?
A. Having a fantastic visual feast at l : 00 p. m.
B. Visiting the exhibits on Sunday morning.
C. Enjoying free family activities every night.
D. Observing the amazing night sky on Tuesday nights.
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. A
【解析】
【分析】
这是一篇应用文。介绍了哥伦比亚热门景点的相关信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。由“EDVENTURE”中的where else but EdVenture can children drive a real fire truck, anchor the news or visit another country? 可知，“EDVENTURE”景点最适合对广播新闻感兴趣的孩子。故A选项正确。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。由“RIVERBANKS ZOO&GARDEN”中的Admission:Adults(13—61)一$19.95
Children(2—12)——$16.95
可知，一对夫妇和一个4岁大的孩子应该支付$19.95+$19.95+$16.95=$56.85。故C选项正确。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。由“SOUTH CAROLINA STATE MUSEUM”中的Hours : Mon. ,Wed. - Fri. :10 a. m. -5 p. m. ,Tues. :10 a. m. -10 p. m. ,
Sat. :10 a. m. -6 p. m. ,Sun. :Noon -5 p. m.
可知，游客在周一到周天的下午1点都会欣赏到一场美妙的视觉盛宴。故A选项正确。
【点睛】事物共性推断是根据文章中所阐述的细节，运用自己掌握的基础知识进行分析、推敲，从而得出对另一个共性事物的看法的一种推断方法。通过对Mon. ,Wed. - Fri. :10 a. m. -5 p. m. ,Tues. :10 a. m. -10 p. m. ,Sat. :10 a. m. -6 p. m. ,Sun. :Noon -5 p. m.以及所给的选项，我们可以判断出周一至周天的所有时间点中都包括1p.m。所以我们判断出所有游客在周一到周天的下午1点都会欣赏到一场美妙的视觉盛宴。故A选项正确。
