A
RAF Flypast
Tuesday, central London
raf. mod. uk
More than one hundred airplanes, from Spitfires to the Lightning, will be coming together. The amazing once-in-a-lifetime display is expected to pass over Buckingham Palace at around 1 pm.
Petfringe
Sunday, Petworth, West Sussex
petfringe. co.uk
Petworth, home of the 17th-century Grade I listed Petworth House, is the setting for this definitely-not-animal-related festival, featuring everything from classical music to theatre and film screenings. Petfringe also hosts the final of its Comedian Of The Year competition, where the winner will take home ￡10,001—the UK’s largest stand-up prize.
Fast Fringe
Monday, Underbelly Festival, Southbank, London
underbelly festival. com
Imagine going to the Edinburgh Fringe but don’t know who to see? This will help—it’s a showcase (展示) of 28 Scotland-bound acts each performing three-minute-teasers of their sets. Acts include Lost Voice Guy, who has already been an overnight success thanks to his “Britain’s Got Talent” win.
Henley Festival
October 11-15, Henley-on-Thames
henleyfestival. co.uk
There’s’ much to enjoy here, whether you’re fond of comedy, the arts, or opera (歌剧). Black tie is a must, as is drinking Pimm’s.
As You Like It
October 28, Open Air Theatre, Regent’s Park, London
openairtheatre.com
Bill Shakespeare’s comedy in the Forest of Arden is directed by Max Webster, and comes to Regent’s Park. It features new music too.
1. Which event includes airplane shows?
A. Petfringe. B. Fast Fringe.
C. RAF Flypast. D. Henley Festival.
2. What do we know about Petfringe?
A. It is held on Monday. B. It is festival for animal lovers.
C. It sets up an award for comedians. D. It hosts “Britain’s Got Talent” competition.
3. What do Henley Festival and As You Like It have in common?
A. They are suitable for comedy fans. B. They are planned by Max Webster.
C. They will take place on the same day. D. They require visitors to wear black tie.
【答案】1. C 2. C 3. A
【解析】
这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了几个展览，包括地点、时间和内容简介等。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据RAF Flypast部分的More than one hundred airplanes, from Spitfires to the Lightning, will be coming together. 可知，超过一百架飞机（从喷火到闪电）会一起出现。因此，会出现飞机秀的是RAF Flypast。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Petfringe部分的Petfringe also hosts the final of its Comedian Of The Year competition, where the winner will take home ￡10,001—the UK’s largest stand-up prize.可知Petfringe主持年度喜剧演员大赛的决赛，胜者能得到￡10,001，这是英国最大的单口奖。因此，Petfringe设立了喜剧演员奖。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Henley Festival部分的There’s much to enjoy here, whether you’re fond of comedy, the arts, or opera (歌剧). Black tie is a must, as is drinking Pimm’s.可知，在那儿有很多可以享受的，不管你是喜欢喜剧，艺术还是歌剧。黑色领带是必不可少的，就像喝皮姆酒一样。根据As You Like It部分的Bill Shakespeare’s comedy in the Forest of Arden is directed by Max Webster, and comes to Regent’s Park. It features new music too.可知，比尔·莎士比亚的喜剧《阿登森林》由马克斯·韦伯斯特执导，会在摄政公园上映。它也以新音乐为特色。因此，Henley Festival和As You Like It的共同点是他们适合喜剧迷。故选A。
