广东省高州中学2015-2016学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题

2015—2016学年度第二学期期末测试 高二英语试题 A Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Exhibition of Shakespeare’s World Welcome to the world-famous house where William Shakespeare was born in l564 and where he grew up. The property (房产) remained in the ownership of Shakespeare’s family until 1806.The House has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the world for over 250 years. ◆Enter through the Visitors’ Centre and see the highly-praised exhibition Shakespeare’s World, a lively and full introduction to the life and work of Shakespeare. ◆Stand in the rooms where Shakespeare grew up. ◆Discover examples of furniture and needlework from Shakespeare’s period. ◆Enjoy the traditional (传统的) English garden, planted with trees and flower mentioned in the poet’s works. ◆The Birthplace is within easy walking distance of all the car parks shown on the map; nearest is Windsor Street(3 minutes’ Walk) ◆The House may present difficulties but the Visitors’ Centre, its exhibition, and the garden are accessible to wheelchair u