3.The Hawaiian Islands
◆◇◆Hawaii
The"Big Island"of Hawaii is a paradise (天堂) playground where visitors can enjoy a popular lifestyle and at the same time,witness the attraction of nature:thousands of square miles form a wonderland,featuring breathtaking beaches,forests,snow-covered mountains and amazing active volcanoes.A visit to Volcanoes National Park,which is described as a true wonder of the world,is a must.It is the state's biggest attraction.
◎Accommodations
Seasons Resort Hualalai:from﹩205.00
Fairmont Orchid:from﹩108.00
◎Sightseeing and Experiences
Circle Island Tour:from﹩48.00
◆◇◆Kauai
The beautiful landscape of Kauai has led to it being called the"Garden Isle",but it is also referred to as the"Island of discovery",and with good reason-a land of striking natural contrasts just waiting to be explored.Green mountains,a breathtaking coastline and white sand beaches combine to make this magical place one of the world's most relaxing locations.
◎Accommodations
Grand Hyatt Kauai:from﹩101.00
Sheraton Kauai Resort:from﹩79.00
◆◇◆Maui
Voted the"World's Best Island",Maui is widely regarded as one of the most romantic destinations on earth.
It is known as the"Valley Isle"and was the ancient playground for Hawaiian royalty.The island is largely rural with a small and wonderful population and a host of attractions and nature wonders.
◎Accommodations
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa:from﹩87.00
Sheraton Maui:from﹩99.00
◆◇◆Oahu
Oahu has a unique rhythm,filling the air with sweet fragrances (香气),music and language:from beaches and nightlife to rainforests and valleys.Adventure,romance,discovery-Oahu waits for you.
◎Accommodations
Halekulani:from﹩121.00
Hilton Hawaiia:Village:from﹩73.00
◎Sightseeing and Experiences
Royal Circle Island Tour:from﹩34.00
Paradise Cove Lu'au:﹩44.00
◆◇◆Lanai
Lanai in one of the smallest Hawaiian Island,yet it's full of surprises.Known as the"Pineapple Isle",it combines all the natural beauties ranging from the paradise of Shipwreck Beach to underwater sea caves.
◎Accommodations
Four seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay:from﹩134.00
※All prices are based on per person per night.
69.For two adults spending two nights in one of the accommodations,they have to pay at leastD.
A.﹩73.00 B.﹩146.00 C.﹩136.00 D.﹩292.00
70.According to the passage,the"Garden Isle"B.
A.is the smallest of the Hawaiian Islands
B.is a place to explore the land of nature
C.is an island with a very small population
D.features beaches,forests and snow-covered mountains
71.The passage is mainly intended toD.
A.tell differences between islands in Hawaii
B.provide a better understanding of the geography of Hawaii
C.offer accommodation services to the tourists
D.attract people to make a visit to Hawaii.
分析 本文属于广告类阅读,文章主要介绍了夏威夷群岛中各个岛的旅游景点的特点和相关信息,如食宿费用和旅游观光费用,使读者能选择自己想去的适合自己的岛屿,并为想去游玩的读者提供方便.
解答 69.D 细节理解题,通过比较可知文中提到的这些旅店的食宿费用最低的是Hilton Hawaiia:Village:from﹩73.00,因此两个成年人两晚的最低食宿费用为73.00×2×2=292.00,因此为292美元,故选D.
70.B 细节理解题,从第二个广告中The beautiful landscape of Kauai has led to it being called the"Garden Isle",but it is also referred to as the"Island of discovery",and with good reason-a land of striking natural contrasts just waiting to be explored.可知"Garden Isle"是可以探索自然的地方,故选C.
71.D 主旨大意题,通读全文可知文章主要介绍了夏威夷各个岛的食宿费用和旅游观光费用,从第一段 The"Big Island"of Hawaii is a paradise (天堂) playground where visitors can enjoy a popular lifestyle and at the same time,witness the attraction of nature thousands of square miles form a wonderland,featuring breathtaking beaches,forests,snow-covered mountains and amazing active volcanoes.可知主要是想吸引游客到夏威夷,故选D.
点评 考查学生的细节理解和推理判断能力.做细节理解题时一定要找到文章中的原句,和题干进行比较,再做出正确选择.在做推理判断题时不要以个人的主观想象代替文章的事实,要根据文章事实进行合乎逻辑的推理判断.