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Britain's brilliant bridges have supported trade, brought communities together and are always the most exciting part of the journey. These must-see bridges are now tourist attractions in their own right.
Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol
Described by its legendary engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel as “my first love, my darling", it was originally designed for horse-drawn traffic. Now, more than four million vehicles a year cross the 1,352ft-long toll （通行费）bridge over the Avon Gorge. The £ 1 toll for every journey pays for its maintenance. The history of the bridge, dating back to 1864, is kept alive through a programme of tours, events and exhibitions.
Infinity Bridge, Stockton-On-Tees
A pedestrian（行人）and cycle footbridge across the River Tees, its working title was the North Shore Footbridge, before it was given its grander name when opened in 2009. It is particularly incredible at night. The arches（拱形）of the bridge are also lit white and, on calm nights, their reflection in the water appears as an infinity（无穷大）symbol, thus inspiring the name which was chosen by the public.
Tower Bridge, London
An engineering wonder built from thousands of tons of Portland stone and steel, it took construction workers eight years to complete. More than 120 years old, it's a popular tourist attraction, as well as a functional bridge. Visitors can take in the views over the capital, experience seeing London life through the Glass Floor, and visit the Victorian Engine Rooms.
Iron Bridge, Shropshire
Opened in 1781 , this is the first arch bridge in the world made out of cast iron. Recognised as one of the great symbols of the industrial revolution, it transformed the craft of bridge building and was a crucial factor in the development of the iron trade in Shropshire.
21．Which bridge has the longest history?
A．Clifton Suspension Bridge. B．Infinity Bridge.
C．Tower Bridge. D．Iron Bridge.
22．What can we know about Infinity Bridge?
A．It was originally meant for pedestrains. B．The public give it two names.
C．Ifs well worth visiting at night. D．Its arch is bigger than any other bridge's.
23．What makes Clifton Suspension Bridge different from the other bridges introduced?
A．It charges drivers for each passing. B．It offers walkers a good view at night.
C．It was made from thousands of stones. D．It's a symbol of the industrial revolution.
【答案】
21．D 22．C 23．A
【分析】
本文是一篇应用文。英国有很多美丽的桥，它们促进贸易，联通城市，方便交通，都是值得去旅游的好景点。文章介绍了其中四座桥。
21．细节理解题。根据文章对前三座桥的历史介绍“The history of the bridge, dating back to 1864…”、“when opened in 2009…”、“More than 120 years old…”以及Iron Bridge, Shropshire部分的“Opened in 1781 , this is the first arch bridge in the world made out of cast iron.（这座桥于1781年建成，是世界上第一座用铸铁建造的拱桥。）”可知，Iron Bridge的历史可追溯到1781年，是四座桥里面最古老的。故选D项。
22．细节理解题。根据Infinity Bridge, Stockton-On-Tees部分的“It is particularly incredible at night.（它在夜晚显得特别壮观。）”可知，Infinity Bridge在夜晚显得特别壮观，因此，晚上参观它更让人感觉震撼，值得夜晚去参观。故选C项。
23．推理判断题。根据Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol部分的“Now, more than four million vehicles a year cross the 1,352ft-long toll（通行费）bridge over the Avon Gorge. The £ 1 toll for every journey pays for its maintenance.（现在，每年有超过400万辆汽车穿过这座1352英尺长的Avon峡谷收费桥。每程1英镑的过桥费是它的保养费。）”可知，从这座悬浮桥上通过的每辆车每次通行都需要交一英镑的过桥费，这笔钱被用于桥梁的维修，而其他三座桥没有提到收费。故选A项。
