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This Midwest State is a biking paradise. Here are the best trails (路线) to hit.
♦ Root River Trail
Best for: Experts and beginners looking to explore Minnesota’s sightseeing
It is a railroad track-turned-bike path located along the state’s southern border with Iowa. It offers 42 paved miles with beautiful lake scenery. Cyclists will be entertained by the landscape.
♦ Grand Round National Scenic Byway
Best for: Pretty much anybody who can ride a bike
Connecting some of Minneapolis’ most popular parks and sites, this loop spiderwebs out to an amazing 100 miles of hiking and biking trails. Highlights along one of America’s best urban trail networks include the iconic Chain of Lakes stretch, which focuses on the beautiful waterfront areas.
♦Gitchi-Gami State Trail
Best for: Beginners and professionals looking for unmatched lakeside views
It is a work in progress: When completed, it will be an 88-mile paved trail that hugs the dramatic North Shore of Lake Superior, connecting Two Harbors and passing through five state parks along the way. Cyclists will pass through forests, cross numerous waterfalls, and access several of Lake Superior’s impressive beaches.
■ Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails
Best for: Beginner mountain bikers and thrill-seekers
Once home to several iron mines, the central city of Cuyuna is now among the state’s top mountain-biking destinations and is one of just 15 Silver Ride Centers in the world. With more than 30 miles of mixed-difficulty single track trails for beginners and adventurers alike, they offer great lake views.
21. What is special about Root River Trail?
A. It is the shortest trail. B. It was once a railroad.
C. It is under construction. D. It was home to iron mines.
22. Which trail appeals to adventurers?
A. Root River Trail. B. Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails.
C. Gitchi-Garni State Trail. D. Grand Round National Scenic Byway.
23. What do the trails have in common?
A. The trails are far from cities.
B. The trails are for professionals.
C. Cyclists on the trails can enjoy lake views.
D. Cyclists can experience mixed-difficulty trails.
【答案】21. B 22. B 23. C
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了骑行天堂中西部州的几条最好的骑行路线。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据Root River Trail 部分关键句“It is a railroad track-turned-bike path located along the state’s southern border with Iowa.”可知，这是一条由铁轨组成的自行车道。由此可推断出，Root River Trail的特别之处在于它曾经是一条铁路。故选B项。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails部分关键句“With more than 30 miles of mixed-difficulty single track trails for beginners and adventurers alike, they offer great lake views.”可知，Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails提供了适合初学者和冒险者的超过30英里的混合难度单轨小径。由此可以推断出，Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails对冒险者是很有吸引力的。故选B项。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据Root River Trail部分关键句“It offers 42 paved miles with beautiful lake scenery.”可知，骑行的路程中湖景优美；根据Grand Round National Scenic Byway部分关键句“Highlights along one of America’s best urban trail networks include the iconic Chain of Lakes stretch, which focuses on the beautiful waterfront areas.”可知，骑行的路程中有湖群，因此骑行者可以欣赏湖景；根据Gitchi-Garni State Trail部分关键句“When completed, it will be an 88-mile paved trail that hugs the dramatic North Shore of Lake Superior”可知，骑行者途经苏必利尔湖北岸，可以欣赏湖景；根据Grand Round National Scenic Byway部分关键句“With more than 30 miles of mixed-difficulty single track trails for beginners and adventurers alike, they offer great lake views.”可知，在这条路线上也可以欣赏到湖景。综上所述，文中提到的路线的共同之处是骑行者都可以在路上欣赏到湖景。故选C项。
