精品解析：内蒙古赤峰市元宝山区第一中学2023-2024学年高一上学期期中考试英语试题

2023-2024学年度上学期高一英语期中试卷 第二部分 阅读(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) 阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中, 选出最佳选项。 A Since the modern Olympics began in 1896, it has been held in more than 40 different cities. That gives Olympic fans quite a few possible travel destinations to choose! Beijing, China Olympic fans should consider visiting the Beijing Olympic Park to check out the special buildings of the so-called “Bird’s Nest” and “Water Cube”—the national stadium and aquatics center built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Popular historic places in Beijing include the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and Tian`anmen Square. Innsbruck, Austria Located in the heart of the Alps, Innsbruck is known as a great winter destination—which explains why it has hosted not one but two Winter Olympics. Known for its mountainous views, Innsbruck is the perfect stop for outdoor adventurers. Mexico City, Mexico This wonderful travel destination offers a wide number of popular museums, historic buildings, and public parks. People will love shopping for fresh meat and produce at the markets, taking a cooking class, and generally eating their way through Mexico City, which is especially known for its culinary (烹饪的) experiences that include both globally well-known restaurants and locally favored street carts. Melbourne, Australia Nearly half a century before Sydney hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics, Melbourne became the first Australian host city in 1956. Head to the “cultural capital of Australia”, located in Victoria on the southeastern coast, for an energetic cafe culture and art scene, Melbourne offers something for every type of traveler and everyone can enjoy an evening at one of the city’s many rooftop bars or a day of wine tasting. 1. Where will you go if you are fond of adventure? A. Beijing, China. B. Mexico City, Mexico. C. Innsbruck, Austria. D. Melbourne, Australia. 2. What can visitors do in Mexico City? A. Enjoy wonderful culinary classes. B. Buy beautiful clothes and