精品解析：广东省清远市第二中学2022-2023学年高二上学期期中联考英语试题

高二英语 第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) A Best royal palaces in Europe you can visit There are some royal palaces in Europe that they often open their doors to the public. Drottningholm Palace, Sweden This breathtaking 17th century palace in Drottningholm is not only the residence of the Swedish royal family, but it’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its impressively preserved castle and theatre. The palace and park are open to the public year-round. Royal Palace of Oslo, Norway The official royal residence for the Norwegian royals, this beautiful palace boasts neoclassical architecture and landscaped gardens complete with ponds and eye-catching statues. During the summer months the palace opens to the public on guided tours, which include beautiful staterooms (会客厅), the Bird Room, the Great Hall and the Family Dining Room. Royal Palace of Madrid, Spain While the Palacio Real is officially the royal residence, nowadays the Spanish royals choose to live in the Zarzuela Palace instead, with the Madrid palace used mainly for state ceremonies. There are over 3, 000 rooms in this breathtaking palace making it one of the largest palaces in the world. Highlights include the royal kitchens and the painting gallery, while the Changing of the Guard ceremony never fails to be a hit with tourists. Palace of Versailles, France If you seek after a palace that’s luxurious (豪华的), then the Palace of Versailles needs to be on your list. France hasn’t had a royal family since the French Revolution in 1789, but this palace offers a glimpse into how the former royals lived, as well as serving as a museum paying tribute to France’s rich history. 1. What is special about Drottningholm Palace? A. It is open to the public. B. It is redecorated. C. It’s the residence of French royal family. D. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 2. What do the attractions of Royal Palace of Madrid include? A. The painting gallery. B. A history museum. C. Beautiful staterooms