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The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame ( the Hall of Fame for short ) is a fantastic destination for everyone from lifelong basketball fans to families with children who are just beginning to explore the world's most popular sport. Each year, several thousand visitors crowd into this birthplace of basket-ball.
Dates and Hours of Operation
The Hall of Fame is open Wednesday through Sunday from late November through March 31 and daily the rest of the year. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Friday through Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Because it may close for private functions, it is wise to confirm hours of operation ahead of your visit. Just call 1-877-466-6752.
Ticket Information
Admission to the Hall of Fame (as of 2019) is $24 for people aged over 16, $16 for youths aged from 5 to 16 and free for children under age 5. Since the number of visitors is limited each day, you are advised to make a reservation in advance. For more information, please call 1-877-466-6831.
Travelling from All Directions
The Hall of Fame is conveniently located (位于) within driving distance from Boston (in the east), Albany (in the west), Vermont (in the north) and New York (in the south) and is right off of MA Route 91. For those who prefer to travel by air, the museum is not far from Logan International Airport and Bradley International Airport. For more information about the transportation, call 1-877-446-6755.
A Friendly Reminder
1 No food and beverage inside of the hall.
2 Backpacks and any large bags are not permitted inside of the hall unless needed for medical reasons.
3 If you wish to participate in shooting on Center Court, please wear appropriate footwear. Also, contests of any kind and half court shots are not allowed for everyone's safety.
4 For anything you don't know for sure, call 413-781-6500.
21. When can visitors visit the Hall of Fame?
A. At 11:00 a.m., Monday, Nov. 30th.
B. At 3:00 p.m., Friday, Mar. 12th.
C. At 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Apr.1st.
D. At 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 20th.
22. What is the purpose of the fourth paragraph of the text?
A. To tell about the location of the Hall of Fame.
B. To introduce several cities near the Hall of Fame.
C. To stress the easy accessibility to the Hall of Fame.
D. To encourage people to reach the Hall of Fame by car.
23. What are visitors advised to do in the Hall of Fame?
A. Join in shooting contests on Center Court.
B. Take some snacks in case they are hungry
C. Take care of their backpacks during the visit
D. Wear suitable shoes if they want to try shooting.
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了奈史密斯篮球名人纪念堂的开放时间、票务信息、交通方式以及一些友情提示。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据Dates and Hours of Operation部分关键句“The Hall of Fame is open Wednesday through Sunday from late November through March 31 and daily the rest of the year. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Friday through Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).”可知，名人堂从十一月下旬到第二年的3月31日之间，是星期三到星期日开放，其余的日子里每天都开放。开放时间为上午十点到下午四点，周五到周日是上午十点到下午五点。由此可知，A. At 11:00 a.m., Monday, Nov. 30th.时间不可以，因为11月下旬的星期一不开放。C. At 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Apr.1st.时间不可以，星期二只开放到下午四点。D. At 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 20th.时间不可以，星期日只开放到下午五点。At 3:00 p.m., Friday, Mar. 12th. 时间可以，符合名人堂开放的时间，故游客可以在这个时间去参观。故选B项。
22题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段小标题及关键句“The Hall of Fame is conveniently located (位于) within driving distance from Boston (in the east), Albany (in the west), Vermont (in the north) and New York (in the south) and is right off of MA Route 91.”可知，游客从东南西北各城市开车便可到名人堂。再根据第四段关键句“For those who prefer to travel by air, the museum is not far from Logan International Airport and Bradley International Airport.”可知，名人堂距两个机场都不远。由此可推断出，这一段主要目的是为了强调名人堂的地理位置极佳，便于各地的游客参观。故选C项。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据A Friendly Reminder部分关键句“If you wish to participate in shooting on Center Court, please wear appropriate footwear.”可知，如果游客想要尝试投篮，应穿合适的鞋。故选D项。
