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Whether you are crazy about cycling or not, when it comes to purchasing a bike, the choice is endless, making it tough to know what to go for. Here are the best buys on the market right now.
Boardman CX Comp
This is a cross country bike, and it’s so multi-functional that you can handle any terrain(地势) on it, making it a great choice for those wanting to try various cycling subjects. If you leave on the thick tires it comes with, it can ride on various paths and can even handle some less demanding mountain bike routes. Alternatively, put on thin, smooth tires and treat it as a road bike. It has a basket and conics with Shimano Sora gears(变速器), which are outstanding for its price.(£650, IIalfords)
Planet XRT-58 V2
Planet X is based in Yorkshire, which means you’d probably have to buy this bike without seeing it. But it’s worth it, because this is an excellent machine at a lower price. Planet X is a highly rated manufacturer and this model comes with Shimano Sora gearing.(£585, Planet X)
Specialized Allez E5
Specialized is one of the biggest and most popular brands in cycling, and this is its hugely popular primary road bike. It comes with solid components from front to back and you'll look great out on the road.(£ 75, Evans Cycles)
Boardman Road Team Carbon
If you can push your budget(预算) further still, this bike is worth the extra investment. The frame(框架) is made entirely from carbon, which is lighter, faster and more comfortable than the composition metal(复合金属) models above and gives you an all-round and more enjoyable ride. It also means that if you get really serious about cycling, you don’t have to upgrade as quickly as you would with a cheaper bike. Besides, it also comes with Shimano Sora gearing.(£800, Halfords)
1. What is special about Boardman CX Comp?
A. Its light frame. B. Its firm tires.
C. Its various functions. D. Its reasonable price.
2. All of the following come with Shimano Sora gears Except________.
A. Planet XRT-58 V2. B. Specialized Allez E5.
C. Boardman CX Comp. D. Boardman Road Team Carbon.
3. What can we learn about the bikes mentioned in the text?
A. Planet X RT-58 V2 has been sold out so far
B Boardman CX Comp is just a mountain bike.
C Specialized Allez E5 is designed for senior cyclists.
D. Boardman Road Team Carbon is made by a special material.
4. In which part does the text probably appear in the newspaper?
A. Travel. B. Advertisement.
C. Health. D. Culture.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. D 4. B
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇应用文。文中介绍了四款自行车的性能、特色及价格。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“This is a cross country bike, and it’s so multi-functional that you can handle any terrain on it, making it a great choice for those wanting to try various cycling subjects. (这是一辆越野自行车，它是如此多功能，你可以处理任何地形，并且使它成为一个伟大的选择，想要尝试各种自行车主题)”可知，Boardman CX Comp是多功能的自行车可以在任何路况下骑行，即它的特别之处就是它的多功能。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Planet XRT-58 V2中“It has a basket and conics with Shimano Sora gears”、Planet XRT-58 V2“this model comes with Shimano Sora gearing”以及Boardman Road Team Carbon中的“it also comes with Shimano Sora gearing”可知，只有Specialized Allez E5没有搭载Shimano Sora gearing。故选B。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“The frame is made entirely from carbon, which is lighter, faster and more comfortable than the composition metal models above and gives you an all-round and more enjoyable ride. (车架完全由碳素制成，比上面的合成金属车型更轻、更快、更舒适，给你一个全方位、更舒适的乘坐体验)”可知，这款车的框架是用炭做成的，比上文中的另三款车更轻更快更舒适。由此推知，这款车是用特殊材料做成的。故选D。
【4题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第一段“Whether you are crazy about cycling or not, when it comes to purchasing a bike, the choice is endless, making it tough to know what to go for. Here are the best buys on the market right now.(不管你是否喜欢骑自行车，当涉及到购买一辆自行车，选择是无尽的，让你很难知道该买什么。这些是目前市场上最划算的东西)”可知，本文是在推荐市场上最划算的自行车，属于广告。故选B。
