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The Mattaponi Reservation
The Mattaponi Reservation sits on a bluff (峭壁) overlooking the Mattaponi River in Virginia, a state on the east coast of the US. The Mattaponi have worked hard to keep their ancient way of life and customs. One purpose of their yearly powwow(仪式) is to share these traditions with you.
Mattaponi powwow and culture day
May 18
10:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Adults (12 years and older) — $6.00
Children — free
Come to spend the day with us near the Mattaponi River for an educational experience showing the customs of the Mattaponi. During this special day, American Indians (First Americans) will dance and play drums while dressed in traditional clothing. This year visitors may join in the dancing and drumming.
Visitors will be able to see artists show their basket-making, pottery-making, and tool-making skills. American Indian storytellers will help you see how their habits are passed on to children through stories.
Enjoy activities
• Taste American Indian foods
• Play American Indian children’s games
• Listen to traditional songs and enjoy dances
No pets.
Bring your own lawn (草坪) chairs and blankets.
1. What can we learn about the Mattaponi Reservation?
A. It lies on the east coast of the US.
B. Its powwow is held every other year.
C. It is far away from the Mattaponi River.
D Few of its people are interested in its old culture.
2. If a 13-year-old girl wants to enjoy the day with her parents, they need to pay ________.
A. $6 B. $12 C. $18 D. $24
3. On the Mattaponi powwow and culture day, visitors ________.
A. can watch both traditional and modern dances
B. can learn about the culture of American Indians
C. are expected to bring their own food and chairs
D. are not allowed to dance with the Mattaponi
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇应用文广告。主要介绍了Mattaponi自然保护区的文化节相关活动的信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“The Mattaponi Reservation sits on a bluff (峭壁) overlooking the Mattaponi River in Virginia, a state on the east coast of the US.（Mattaponi自然保护区坐落在一个悬崖上，俯瞰美国东海岸的弗吉尼亚州的Mattaponi河。）”可知，自然保护区位于美国的东海岸。故选A项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Mattaponi powwow and culture day部分“Adults (12 years and older) — $6.00（12岁及以上的人，每人6美元）”可计算出，如果一个13岁的女孩想和她的父母一起享受这一天，他们需要付出$6*3= $18，即18美元。故选C项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据Mattaponi powwow and culture day部分“During this special day, American Indians (First Americans) will dance and play drums while dressed in traditional clothing.（在这个特殊的日子里，美国美洲原住民将穿着传统服装跳舞、打鼓。）”以及“American Indian storytellers will help you see how their habits are passed on to children through stories.（美国印第安人的讲故事者会帮助你了解他们的习惯是如何通过故事传递给孩子的。）”可知，在Mattaponi文化节期间，游客可以了解美国美洲原住民（American Indians）的文化。故选B项。
