A
Rainbow Mountain in the Peruvian Andes
The Vinicunca mountain,Mountain of Seven Colors，sits pretty way up in the Peruvian Andes, where it was discovered about five years ago and is now a popular destination for tourists—through the long walk to reach it is extremely frightening. If you do survive the tough hike and uncomfortably high altitude, you’ll discover a breathtaking natural wonder: thick rainbow stripes seemingly painted into the mountainside, thanks to artfully placed mineral deposits over millions of years.
Seven Colored Earths in Chamarel, Mauritius
Volcanic activity on the island of Mauritius, off the African coast, has resulted in some unusually vivid sand dunes(沙丘). The various colors of this geological curiosity inspired the nickname Terres de Sept Couleurs, or Seven Colored Earths, in this former French colony. It’s become a popular destination for visitors not just for its aesthetic allure, but also because of its mysterious resilience: the dunes appear unaffected by erosion.
Zhangye Danxia Landform in Gansu, China
Before the Rainbow Mountain of Peru was discovered, the Zhangye Danxia Landform in China was the world’s most famous multicolored mountain range. Located in a geological park of the same name, in the province of Gansu, the Zhangye Danxia Landform—made of cretaceous sand stones and silt stones colored with mineral deposits—has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site..
Painted Desert in Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona
One of the legendary kicks you’ll get on a road trip through Route 66 is a tour of the technicolor Painted Desert in Arizona’ Petrified Forest near the southeastern rim of the Grand Canyon. The desert got its name from its unique terrain, a combination of sediments from sandstone, clay, volcanic ash, and other geological materials that project a kaleidoscope（万花筒) of colors including lavender, red, orange, and pink.
1. If Tom is an adventurer, which scenic spot is he most likely to choose?
A. Rainbow Mountain B. Seven Colored Earths
C. Zhangye Danxia Landform D. Painted Desert
2. What can we learn about Seven Colored Earths in Chamarel, Mauritius?
A. It is located in Asia.
B. It is governed by France.
C. It is a consequence of volcanic activity.
D. It seems that erosion has great effects on the dunes here.
3. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. All of the four scenic spots are colorful natural wonders.
B. All of the four scenic spots are in the same continent.
C. Both Zhangye Danxia Landform and Painted Desert are located in parks.
D. Both Rainbow Mountain and Zhangye Danxia Landform are famous multicolored mountain ranges.
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四个著名的旅游景点。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“ If you do survive the tough hike and uncomfortably high altitude, you’ll discover a breathtaking natural wonder: thick rainbow stripes seemingly painted into the mountainside, thanks to artfully placed mineral deposits over millions of years.( 如果你真的挺过了艰难的徒步旅行和令人不舒服的高海拔，你会发现一个令人惊叹的自然奇迹:厚厚的彩虹条纹似乎画在山腰，这要感谢数百万年巧妙放置的矿藏。)可知，因为Rainbow Mountain很难攀爬，Tom热爱冒险，可以选择这座山。故选A。
2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段第一句“Volcanic activity on the island of Mauritius, off the African coast, has resulted in some unusually vivid sand dunes(沙丘).( 在非洲海岸外的毛里求斯岛上，火山活动导致了一些异常活跃的沙丘)”可知，毛里求斯的Seven Colored Earths in Chamarel是火山活动产生的沙丘。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“Rainbow Mountain in the Peruvian Andes”可知，Rainbow Mountain在南美洲秘鲁安第斯山脉，这属于南美洲，第二段“Seven Colored Earths in Chamarel, Mauritius”可知，Seven Colored Earths in Chamarel在非洲的毛里求斯，第三段“Zhangye Danxia Landform in Gansu, China”可知，张掖丹霞地貌在中国甘肃和第四段“Painted Desert in Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona”可知，Painted Desert in Petrified Forest National Park在美国亚利桑那州。由此可知，这四个自然景点在不同的大洲，所以选项B的描述错误。故选B。
