阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
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Popular Las Vegas Day Trips by Car
Going to Las Vegas? Here are some nearby places you can drive to while you are there.
Bonnie Springs Ranch
It is one of the best places to rent a horse and see the red canyon(峡谷). It has a large stable area where guided horseback rides are offered. And it also has a restaurant and western theme shows.
The Nevada State Railroad Museum
If you are looking for a fun day trip, the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Boulder City should be at the top of your list. If you want to see Boulder City, be sure to visit during weekends when the museum runs touring trains along the Boulder City branch line. Various presentations, lectures and child-friendly exhibits are offered from Monday to Friday.
Mount Charleston
Fresh air and silence are what you will find at the top of the state’s 8th highest mountain located 40 miles northwest of Las Vegas. Mount Charleston feels a million miles away from the city. Things to do include hiking, mountain biking, camping and sightseeing. During the winter the mountains are the perfect place to play in the snow.
China Ranch
It is a hidden treasure that is off the beaten path. Along with a gift shop and bakery, China Ranch is a great place to go hiking. It is located in the Amargosa River Valley. This area is protected as a national wild and scenic river and one of the few places where the river flows above ground.
【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了游客可以开车前往拉斯维加斯附近的一些地方进行游玩。
21. What can visitors do in Bonnie Springs Ranch?
A. Play by the river
B. Go hiking
C. Enjoy horse riding
D. Camp with their family
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据Bonnie Springs Ranch中的第二句可知, Bonnie Springs Ranch有一个养马场, 它可提供有向导服务的骑马活动。即游客在Bonnie Springs Ranch可以享受骑马旅行。故选C。
22. When can visitors experience train rides at the Nevada State Railroad Museum?
A. On Fridays. B. On Sundays.
C. On Mondays D. On Tuesdays
【解析】选B。细节理解题。根据The Nevada State Railroad Museum中的第二句可知, 在周末时博物馆会沿着Boulder City的铁路支线运行旅游列车, 请游客在周末时去参观。结合选项可知游客可以在星期天去内华达州铁路博物馆体验火车旅行。故选B。
23. Where can visitors buy a gift?
A. In mount Charleston
B. In China Ranch
C. In Bonnie Springs Ranch
D. In the Nevada State Railroad Museum
【解析】选B。细节理解题。根据China Ranch中的“Along with a gift shop and bakery, China Ranch is a great place to go hiking. ”可知, 除了有礼品店和面包店, China Ranch也是远足的理想之地。因此游客可以在China Ranch购买礼物。故选B。
