必修第二册 Unit 4 History And Traditions 题组训练2-【导与练】2024高考英语一轮复习高中总复习第1轮能力提升题组训练（新教材，人教版）

题组训练2 Ⅰ.阅读 A Modern Cities on Ancient Ruins All around the world,some cities were built on top of ancient ruins.The presence of ancient ruins in a city not only adds reputation but also increases the economy. Here are four modern cities built on ancient ruins. Seoul,R.O.Korea Seoul is currently the largest city in R.O. Korea,whose history goes back almost 2,000 years.While Seoul is considered a very modern city,the ancient city wall can still be found in its very centre.The wall,which was built to protect the city from enemies,dates back to the early 1300s. Kyoto,Japan Kyoto is known as one of Japan’s oldest and most historically significant cities.It is believed that Kyoto was founded around 794 A.D.and was the capital of Japan until 1868.For a thousand years,the city remained faithful to its roots and became famous for its classical Buddhist temples,gardens,and royal palaces. Mexico City,Mexico The Nahua Aztec established Mexico City around 1325 and it became the capital of an advanced growing empire.Temple Tempo Mayor is one of the last surviving ruins dating back to the pre-Columbian Aztec empire.Making handmade products in ancient ways attracts visitors there. Luxor,Egypt Luxor is a modern city located on the east bank of the Nile River in southern Egypt.During the 1614 centuries B.C.,this city was called Thebes.Large temples, royal tombs,and the Valley of the Kings are located around this area in Egypt. 1.What can we know about Seoul? A.It has an ancient city in its centre. B.It’s the oldest city in R.O.Korea. C.It has an ancient defence wall. D.It’s a new city surrounded by an old wall. 2.What do Kyoto and Mexico City have in common? A.They share the same faith. B.They were both capital cities in history. C.They are famous for Buddhist temples. D.They offer visitors free handmade goods. 3.Which city has the longest history? A.Seoul. B.Kyoto. C.Mexico City. D.Luxor. B Located in the middle of the Egyptian desert is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancien