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【题目】阅读理解。

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。

In addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we suggest, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad.

Washington Square

As one of the best-known of New York City’s 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark (地标) in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when it’s most lively.

New York University

It surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstore. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.

Judson Memorial Church

Located on Washington Square south between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson is most famous for its vocal (声乐) participation in social events.

Washington Mews

It is a hidden, private street in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as rows of stables (马厩) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other sets for New York University.

Jefferson Market Courthouse

It was built in 1833 a a market, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.

【1】What does the author want to tell in the passage?

A. To introduce some attractions near the Quad Cinema.

B. To suggest the Quad Cinema is the best place.

C. To show the Quad attracts a lot of visitors.

D. To tell readers to enjoy their life fully.

【2】The author mentions Washington Square because ________.

A. it is in the center of Greenwich Village

B. it has a history of more than 100 years

C. it has witnessed so many incidents

D. it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood

【3】Where is Judson Memorial Church?

A. To the south of Washington Square.

B. Behind Washington Square Park.

C. Opposite Thompson Street.

D. Close to New York University.

【4】When Washington Mews came into being, ________.

A. it was designed for a university

B. it was intended for feeding horses

C. it was filled with free sets

D. it was a market for selling horses

Answer 1

【答案】

【1】A

【2】D

【3】A

【4】B

【解析】

本文是一篇应用文，介绍了Quad电影院附近几个步行即可到达的好地方。

【1】A 主旨大意题。从第一段最后一句可知，作者是向读者推荐Quad电影院附近的几个步行去游玩的好地方。

【2】D 细节理解题。从第二段可知，Washington Square是曼哈顿社区一个地标性公园。

【3】A 细节理解题。从第四段Located on Washington Square south...可知，它位于Washington Square南面。

【4】B 细节理解题。从倒数第二段第二句可知，它原来的建筑是成排的马厩。