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五项全练 高 二
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阅读理解第 部分一
第一节 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项 (A、B、C 和 D) 中,选出最佳选项。
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Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
Where: Becket, Massachusetts
When: June 15—Aug. 24
Each summer, this infl uential dance center presents a number of classes and performances by more
than 50 companies from around the world. Highlights ( 最精彩的部分 ) in this season include the
Dance Theater of Harlem’s production of Alvin Ailey’s “The Lark Ascending”, which opens the festival.
Many events are free. Ticketed performances start at $ 22. Jacobspillow. org.
Moab Music Festival
Where: Moab, Utah
When: Aug. 29—Sept. 9
This area is better known for mountain biking than for music. But since 1992, it has hosted a
private festival that brings classical, jazz, Latin and other types of music to the land. This year there
will be 16 concerts, including three “Grotto Concerts”, where guests take a 45-minute boat ride down
the Colorado River to performances.
Events start at $ 25. Moabmusicfest. org.
Cheyenne Frontier Days
Where: Cheyenne, Wyoming
When: July19—28
There is something for everyone at this 117-year-old festival, from an “Indian village” and Old West
museum to country concerts. But the competition is still the main attraction, with cowboys and cowgirls
competing for major money in the world’s largest outdoor stage.
Competition tickets start at $ 18, and concert tickets at $ 23. Cfdrodeo. com.
The Glimmerglass Festival
Where: Cooperstown, New York
When: July 6—Aug. 24
Each summer, opera lovers from around the country (and the world) travel to upstate New York
to watch productions that include stars like Nathan Gunn and Ginger Costa-Jackson. This year’s
performances include Wagner’s “The Flying Dutchman” and Verdi’s “King for a Day”, in honour of
the 200th birthdays of both composers.
Tickets start at $ 26. Glimmerglass. org.
Test 14
Test 14
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( ) 1. If you want to enjoy a “Grotto Concert”, which date suits you best?
A. June 15. B. July 19. C. August 24. D. September 4.
( ) 2. If