辽宁省本溪市本溪钢铁中学2020┄2021学年高二下学期第二次月考试题英语

第Ⅰ卷

第一部分听力（共两节，满分 30 分）（略）

第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）

第一节（共15小题：每小题2分，满分30分）

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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

A

New York Bicycle Tours

Biking is the perfect way to see Lower Manhattan. The area is rich in architectural, historical and cultural beauty. Brooklyn Bridge Bike Rental makes your sightseeing easier by providing a map, a helmet, a chain lock and a basket, all free to use with your rental. We present a variety of high quality bikes. We also have baby seats and children's trailers （拖车） for the rentals . So pack a snack, grab a bottle of water and burn some calories!

Waterfront Greenway& Central Park Bike Tour

You'll visit some of the most well-known spots around the park. Then you'll head onto the low-key neighborhood streets to take in the famous architecture of Morningside Heights as well as stunning views of the Hudson River, along the car-free Greenway bike path on the west side .

Tour Code：112-173791

Duration：3hours

Central Park Bike Tour

Discover New York's largest master piece on two wheels with our professional guides! The Central Park is a perfect combination of historical architecture and nature. Our experienced and also well-informed tour guides will share their interesting knowledge about historical attractions, celebrity homes, movie locations, according to your wishes. Instead of endless walking or getting lost, you will enjoy yourself when you discover this amazing park.

Tour Code：227-5999

Duration：2hours

Brooklyn Bridge Bike Tour

You'll cross both the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges with time to stop and enjoy the thrilling views of the city from the top of each. Ride through the trendy DUMBO neighborhood as well as historic Brooklyn Heights. Guests will walk along the walkway to amaze at the sweeping scene of Manhattan's world-famous skyline.

Tour Code：112-3311

Duration：3hours

21. What does Brooklyn Bridge Bike Rental provide for free？

A. High quality bikes.

B. Helmets and chain locks.

C. Snacks and bottled water.

D. Baby seats and children's trailers.

22. What can cyclists do on the Waterfront Greenway& Central Park Bike Tour？

A. Boat on the Hudson River

B. Sightsee Brooklyn Heights

C. Drive cars on the Greenway bike path

D. Appreciate local architecture

23. Which of the following can offer cyclists tour guides？

A. Central Park Bike Tour.

B. Brooklyn Bridge Bike Tour.

C. Brooklyn Bridge Bike Rental

D. Waterfront Greenway& Central Park Bike T our.

B

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