2017届高考英语一轮复习Unit16Stories课时练.docVIP

PAGE  PAGE 8 课时练(二)　阅读理解提速练(练速度) (限时：35分钟) Ⅰ.阅读理解 A (2016·石家庄二模)Spoiled for choice? Thats likely how youll feel after a mere day in Athens. The secret is in not trying to do everything. Instead, take in a couple of the tourist highlights and then get a feel for this attractive capital. An ancient sight The Acropolis (卫城) always comes out at the top of the list of things to see in Athens. The most famous of the western worlds ancient sights continue to impress tourists as they climb the marble steps and stand before the graceful Parthenon. Views from up here are amazing. A slow wander Plaka is the citys oldest neighborhood, resting on the slopes of the Acropolis with cafs and fascinating architecture. The streets are perfect for getting lost in, giving wanderers the chance to discover cafs and bars where they can down some strong coffee among locals. Plaka is at its best in the early evening. Acropolis House Pension is a preserved 19th-century house that gives guests a glimpse into a Greek home. A market scene Varvakios Agora is Athens central market. Locals come here to shop and look for everything needed in a Greek kitchen — from olive oil to meat. This is a look at local life as well as a window into Greek cuisine. The meat market is also home to some of the citys best pubs, feeding traditional food to crowds of customers from all walks of society. A splash of nightlife Athenian nights are filled with music, dancing and dining. Perivoli Tou Ouranou is a club with a strong atmosphere. Filled with the sounds of violins and guitars pelting out traditional blues-like music, its sad but also beautiful and lively. 语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。你想去雅典一饱眼福吗？雅典古城富有魅力的景点会让你流连忘返，一起来看看这里的美景介绍吧。 1．Which of the following is the best time to visit Plaka? A．8：00.　　　　　　　　 B．12：00. C．18：00. D．22：00. 解析：选C　细节理解题。根据A slow wander中的“Plaka is at its best in the early evening.”可知，C项正确。 2．Varvakios Agora seems more attractive to a foreigner who ________. A．wants to try cooking Athenian food B．