最新中考英语阅读理解专项训练及答案

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1．阅读理解

Edinburgh is the world's "festival city". The city holds 12 festivals throughout the year, half of which are celebrated during the months of July and August. Hundreds of thousands of people visit the Scottish capital during the summer. Here are some of the events they can enjoy. The Edinburgh International Festival

This is the original （最初的） Edinburgh festival, which began in 1947.

Actors, musicians, dancers and opera singers from all over the world

perform for large audiences. You need tickets for most of the festival's

events, which take place in theaters around the city.

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe This is the largest art festival in the world, with thousands of

performances. Anyone can perform at the festival. Over 20,000 artists can

take part. Go to the Royal Mile, one of Edinburgh's main streets, to watch

performers such as magicians, acrobats （杂技演员） and comedians.

However, it can get very busy, as thousands of tourists and local （当地的）

people fill the city streets to enjoy the shows.

The Edinburgh International Book Festival The largest book festival in the world began in 1983 and takes place

every year in Charlotte Square Gardens in the center of Edinburgh. There are

over 700 events for children and adults. You can meet many authors, talk to

them, ask them to sign a book or listen to them talk about their stories.

The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival Music lovers come to this festival to enjoy musical performances all over

the city. Artists perform street theater, dance and circus （马戏） shows in amazing costumes （戏装）. Everyone can enjoy the music and dance

performances.

A. Edinburgh is famous for its festivals.

B. Edinburgh is the capital of Wales.

C. Six of Edinburgh's festivals are held in July.

D. Summer is not the best time to visit Edinburgh.

（2）Which of the following is the largest art festival in the world?

A. The Edinburgh International Festival.

B. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

C. The Edinburgh International Book Festival.

D. The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival.

（3）Where is the Edinburgh International Book Festival held?

A. At theaters around the city.

B. In the Royal Mile.

C. In Charlotte Square Gardens.

D. On Edinburgh's main streets.

（4）What is the purpose of the story?

A. To describe the city of Edinburgh.

B. To describe some festivals in Edinburgh.

C. To prove that Edinburgh is the world's art center.

D. To encourage more artists to perform in Edinburgh.