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Popular Attractions in San Francisco
San Francisco is a famous city in northern California on America's west coast. There are beautiful landmark sites such as the Golden Gate Bridge and winding Lombard Street.
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge is the symbol and landmark of San Francisco. The Bridge spans the entire San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate strait of the Pacific Ocean, making it an important transportation hub linking San Francisco and cities to the north. Many US movies and TV shows have been filmed here.
Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman s Wharf is a strip extending from Ghirardelli Square all the way to Pier 35 and close to popular destinations such as Chinatown and the Lombard Street. Famous sites such as Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate Bridge, and the Bay Bridge can also be sighted in the distance. This is home to a wealth of shops and restaurants and lively street shows can be seen everywhere.
Lombard Street
Lombard Street is so named for its multiple hairpin turns. The 40 degree inclination here Poses a serious challenge to driving skills. The whole street is paved with bricks and lined on either side with foliage as well as multicolored flowers, offering diverse views all around the year.
Palace of Fine Arts
The San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts was originally built to display works of art for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition in 1915, but was mostly rebuilt in 1965. The lake and surrounding trees are also home to wildlife, such as ducks, birds and raccoons. On top of the dusky red stone pillars stand sculptures of nymphs, which are a favorite subject of many photographers.
1. Where should visitors go if they are movie fans?
A. Palace of Fine Arts. B. Fisherman's Wharf.
C. Lombard Street. D. Golden Gate Bridge.
2. What is Lombard Street named for?
A. Multicolored flowers. B. The bricks.
C. Its sharp turns. D. Diverse views.
3. What can visitors do at Palace of Fine Arts?
A. Take Pictures of sculptures. B. Improve their driving skills.
C. Appreciate lively street shows. D. Enjoy delicious food.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. A
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。旧金山是美国西海岸北加州的一个著名城市。文章主要介绍了旧金山四个热门景点，以及它们各自的特色。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段Golden Gate Bridge中“Many US movies and TV shows have been filmed here.”可知许多美国电影和电视节目都在这里拍摄。由此可知，如果游客是影迷，他们应该去金门大桥。故选D。
2题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段Lombard Street中“Lombard Street is so named for its multiple hairpin turns.”可知Lombard Street因它的多个急转弯而得名。由此可知，Lombard Street是以它的急转弯而得名的。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段Palace of Fine Arts中“On top of the dusky red stone pillars stand sculptures of nymphs, which are a favorite subject of many photographers.”可知在暗红色的石柱上矗立着仙女的雕塑，这是许多摄影师最喜欢的主题。由此可知，游客可以在Palace of Fine Arts给雕塑拍照。故选A。
