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In addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad Cinema is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad Cinema:
Washington Square Park
As one of the best－known of New York City's 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when it's most lively and festive.
New York University
It surrounds Washington Square. See the wonderful Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstores. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.
Judson Memorial Church
Located in the south of Washington Square between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson Memorial Church is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.
Washington Mews
It is a hidden, private street in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place, just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews(马厩街) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York University.
Jefferson Market Courthouse
Built in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.
21. What is the author's purpose of writing this passage?
A. To suggest the Quad Cinema is the best place.
B. To introduce some attractions around the Quad Cinema.
C. To show the Quad Cinema attracts a lot of customers.
D. To tell readers to enjoy their life fully.
22. Where is the Judson Memorial Church?
A. In the south of Washington Square.
B. Behind Washington Square Park.
C. Opposite Thompson Street.
D. Close to New York University.
23. When Washington Mews came into being, ________.
A. it was designed for a university
B. it was intended for keeping horses
C. it was used as a park for horses
D. it was filled with free facilities
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C
【解析】
这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了Quad Cinema附近的五处景点。在Quad Cinema，人们不仅可以欣赏精彩的影片，还可以在附近闲逛。
【21题详解】
推理判断题。根据首段“Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad Cinema”这里有一些我们推荐的景点，从奎德电影院步行就可以到达。由此判断出，文章主要介绍了Quad Cinema附近的一些景点，故选B。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Judson Memorial Church”定位到第三个小标题，根据“Located in the south of Washington Square between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park”可知，Judson Memorial Church在华盛顿广场的南边，在Thompson Street和Sullivan Street之间，在华盛顿广场公园的对面，故选A。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Washington Mew”定位到第四个小标题，根据“It was first developed as a mews(马厩街) that serviced horses from homes in the area.”可知，它最初是作为一种服务该地区家中马匹的马厩而发展起来的。由此可知，当Washington Mews形成时，它被用作马场。故选C。
