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语 篇 提 能 Ⅰ.阅读理解 Belvedere Castle This small but charming stone castle sits atop Vista Rock, which is the highest point in Central Park. Built in the 1870s, the castle now houses a weather station and the Henry Luce Nature Observatory. The observatory displays exhibits on the parks ecology. The rooftop offers impressive views of the park, including the Great Lawn below, as well as the surrounding skyline of Midtown Manhattan. Admission is free. Wall Street When the Dutch owned Manhattan (or New Amsterdam as they called it), fierce competition for trade led to a war against the British. Governor Peter Stuyvesant ordered that a strong wall be built, stretching 2 340 feet from the East River to the Hudson River. Today the wall may be gone, but another war continues during Weekdays in the financial banks. Brokerage houses (经纪行) and insurance companies line the street. The biggest battle on Wall Street takes place at the famous New York Stock Exchange. United Nations HQ This complex (建筑群) was officially named as the headquarters of the United Nations in 1952. Many buildings, including the General Assembly Hall, can be viewed on guided tours. When the flags in front of the complex are flying, the Assembly is in session (会议). It is possible to sit in on a council session. You need to call the information desk for a ticket. Seats are limited, so make sure you book well in advance. Tours are held every half an hour. Its possible that prices and opening hours will change, so please call in advance. 语篇解读　 本文是说明文，介绍了纽约市两处著名的建筑(Belvedere Castle 及United Nations HQ) 和一条著名的街(Wall Street)。 1．Which of the following is TRUE about Wall Street? A. Its origin has something to do with war. B. It is the longest street in the Manhattan area. C. It got its presen