Ⅰ.阅读理解
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Younger readers will discover dinosaurs, stars, explorers, landmarks and more in these maps and travel books chosen by Vivien Godfrey, head of Stanfords.
Maps Special Edition, ￡25
This book was already popular in our children's department and has been made even better with this special edition, which includes 16 new maps.The collection of 68 maps takes you through 58 countries and 6 continents.It is packed with illustrated information, which includes famous historical figures, local dishes, festivals, wild animals and landmarks.
Maps of the United Kingdom, ￡17.99
We held the launch for Maps of the United Kingdom at the Stanfords store in London.Technically aimed at children, it contains lots of information and facts.It's so well put together, especially when it comes to choosing the 7 famous people in connection with each county: Norfolk, for example, includes Boudicca and Philip Pullman.
Harry Potter's London：The Film Location Walk, ￡3.99
Harry Potter's London：The Film Location Walk is a map that features information on three walks taken in the best locations of Central London featured in the hugely popular films.The walks cover Piccadilly Circus to Westminster Bridge via Trafalgar Square and King's Cross Station, with its famous Platform 9.
First Sticker Book Flags, ￡5.99
Learn the flags of every country in the world by placing the flag stickers on the correct countries on the maps.This contains fascinating facts about countries and why certain flags feature their particular designs.There are fun questions throughout, including, “Some African flags have a diagonal stripe.How many can you find？”
语篇导读：本文主要介绍了由斯坦福书店的负责人薇薇恩·戈弗雷推荐的适合年轻的读者阅读的地图册和旅游书籍。
1．What do the first and second items have in common?
B
A．They include local cuisine.
B．They are intended for children.
C．They were released at the same store.
D．They can take you through different countries.
解析：细节理解题。根据Maps Special Edition, ￡25部分第一句中的“This book was already popular in our children's department...”和Maps of the United Kingdom, ￡17.99部分第二句“Technically aimed at children, it contains lots of information and facts.”可知，这两本地图册的共同点是它们都是为孩子们设计的。故选B。
2．Which of the following features the best locations of Central London？ C
A．Maps Special Edition.
B．Maps of the United Kingdom.
C．Harry Potter's London：The Film Location Walk.
D．First Sticker Book Flags.
解析：细节理解题。根据Harry Potter's London：The Film Location Walk, ￡3.99部分第一句“Harry Potter's London：The Film Location Walk is a map that features information on three walks taken in the best locations of Central London featured in the hugely popular films.”可知，这本地图册展示了伦敦中心区最佳的(外景拍摄)地点。故选C。
3．Where can the text be found？ D
A．A travel brochure.
B．A fashion magazine.
C．An online course.
D．A bookstore advertisement.
解析：推理判断题。文章的主要目的是介绍适合年轻的读者阅读的地图册和旅游书籍，根据文章的第一段“Younger readers will discover dinosaurs, stars, explorers, landmarks and more in these maps and travel books chosen by Vivien Godfrey, head of Stanfords.”也可推断出此文应该是书店的广告。故选D。
