A trip to London
My family had dreamed of a trip to London for a long time. Luckily it was possible for us to realize our dream because all of us were free on the weekend.
We planned to drive into Cambridge and caught the 7: 34 train to Liverpool Street Station.Then my wife and I would separate from Joan, my wife’s sister, to do different things and finally meet again for lunch. And after lunch, we would go to the concert.
But we were late because of a thick London fog. The train had to move along so slowly that it was not until 10:30 that it got there. In spite of our late arrival, Joan decided that she would go to see the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London while we went shopping. It was only after her sister had disappeared into the fog that my wife realized that we hadn’t decided where we should meet for lunch. Since I had our three tickets for the concert in my pocket, this was indeed a problem. We didn’t have any mobile phones at that time. There seemed to be nothing we could do except taking a taxi to the Tower of London, and try to find her there. Needless to say, we didn’t find her.
It was now one o'clock, and the concert began at 2: 30. “Perhaps she will think of waiting outside the concert hall,” said my wife hopefully. By this time the fog was so thick that road traffic had to stop, and the only way to get there was by subway. Hand in hand we felt our way along the road to where we thought the nearest station should be. An hour later we were still trying to find it.Just when I was about to become angry, we met a blind man tapping his way confidently through the fog. With his help we found the subway station which was just fifty meters down the road.
By now it was far too late to get to the concert hall before the performance began at 2: 30, so we decided to return to Cambridge. It took seven hours instead of the usual two to make that journey. Nor were we able to get any food and drink on the train. We were tired and hungry.
We finally reached home at ten. Opening the door we were amazed to find Joan at home; she had seen the Crown Jewels, had managed to get another ticket for concert, and had had a wonderful dinner at a restaurant. Of course, she managed to get home, too. Oh my god!
【小题1】What did the writer plan to do after lunch that day?| A．Go to the concert. | B．Return to Cambridge. |
| C．Go shopping. | D．See the Crown Jewels. |
| A．they were late for the concert |
| B．Joan didn’t want to go to the concert |
| C．there was a thick fog |
| D．they planned to do different things until lunch time |
| A．A taxi driver. | B．A blind man. |
| C．His wife. | D．Joan. |
The Public Garden’s world-famous Swan Boats is one of Boston’ s most popular tourist attractions.
The pedal-powered boat takes riders on a leisurely tour around the garden’s lagoon (礁湖), giving a unique glimpse of its 24 acres of blooming flowers and lush lawns.
As well as enjoying nature, passengers are supporting a long-standing family business. Robert Paget launched the first Swan Boats in 1877. It’s said that he was inspired by the Richard Wagner opera Lohengrin, where a knight crosses a river in a boat drawn by a swan. While the design of the fleet of boats has evolved through the decades, the Swan Boats continues to be operated by the Paget family. The newest boat in operation is 25 years old, and the oldest is 109.
| Schedule May, 1 - June 25 Open daily 10: 00 am to 4:00 pm June 26 to September 2 (Labor Day) Open daily10:00 am to 5:00 pm The Swan Boats operates on a weather permitting basis for safety. We cannot operate in rain, high winds or extreme heat. | Tickets Tickets are purchased at the Swan Boat dock prior to boarding the boat. No reservations are needed. We accept cash or credit card. The wait for a ride is typically no more than 5-10 minutes. The Swan Boat ride lasts about 12-15 minutes while the driver pedals you around the Public Garden lagoon. Adults: $4.50 Children: $3.00 (aged 5 to 15) Under 5: Free Seniors: $4. 00 |
| A．A novel. | B．An opera. | C．A movie. | D．A TV program. |
| A．visitors | B．water level | C．weather | D．ticket sales |
| A．$9.00. | B．$12.00. | C．$7.50. | D．$12.50. |
The National Portrait Gallery is a well-known gallery in the very heart of London. It was founded in 1856 and it holds one of the largest collections of portraits in the world. Throughout the year it is home to exhibitions covering all forms of portrait art, celebrating the lives and achievements of those who have influenced British history, culture and identity. Whether you would like to see the permanent exhibitions or one of the temporary ones, there is something for art lovers at the National Portrait Gallery.
Permanent collections
The permanent collections have been split by room into the following categories:
● Tudor and Elizabethan
● Stuart and Civil War
● Georgian
● Regency
● Victorian and Elizabethan
● Twentieth century
● Contemporary displays
Opening times
| Month | Day | Time |
| January - December | Monday - Thursday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 21:00 | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
In general, entrance to the National Portrait Gallery is free. However, if you wish to see a particular exhibition that is not part of the permanent collection you will need to buy a ticket. For details of the prices for the different collections it is best to check the official National Portrait Gallery website: https://www.npg.org.uk.
Audio Guides
You can obtain audio guides at the entrance. They are small handheld units with small screens showing an interactive map. You can listen to up to five themed tours: Highlights, Royalty, Scientists, Celebrities and Writers. The audio guides are available in six languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Japanese.
Places to eat in the gallery
There are two options of places to eat in the National Portrait Gallery. There is a café where you can grab something quick and affordable. Alternatively there is a restaurant on the top floor of the gallery overlooking the city.
Address and contact details
National Portrait Gallery
Saint Martin’s Place
London
WC2H 0HE
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7306 0055
【小题1】How long can you stay at most in the gallery if you visit on Friday?
| A．Nearly 3 hours. | B．Nearly 11 hours. | C．Nearly 8 hours. | D．Nearly 5 hours. |
| A．You can visit permanent exhibitions on Regency. | B．You can see all the temporary exhibitions for free. |
| C．You can give a speech about art in the entrance hall. | D．You can rent an audio guide in the language of Chinese. |
| A．To introduce the exhibitions of the gallery. | B．To describe what the gallery looks like. |
| C．To explain why the gallery is popular. | D．To provide a visitor’s guide to the gallery. |
Go beyond the ordinary when searching for art and culture in Denver and explore The Mile High City’s creative world, from museum gift stores to art district galleries. You’re sure to find a completely unique and memorable piece created by a local artist or a print by a modern master.
● Denver Art Museum
Unique, artistic gifts are available at the Denver Art Museum’s Shop. Browse (浏览) the exhibition catalogs, art books, jewellery and fine gifts in the shop. Many of the items here are made by Colorado artisans (手艺人). You can also check out what the shop has to offer online.
Location: 100 W 14th Avenue Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204
Business hours: Mon—Thu 10 am—5 pm; Fri 10 am—8 pm; Sat—Sun 9 am—5 pm
● MCA Denver
The shelves here are filled with art books, graphic novels, custom-made MCA Denver mix CDs and art T-shirts for “genius babies, artistic teens and open-minded adults”. Limited edition works by avant-garde (前卫的) art icons John Waters, Marcel Dzama, Arturo Herrera and Jeff Starr are sold as well.
Location: 1485 Delgany St, Denver, CO 80202
Business hours: Mon Closed; Tue —Thu 12 pm —7pm; Fri 12 pm —9 pm; Sat—Sun 10 am—5 pm;
● Art District on Santa Fe
Art District on Santa Fe is an art lover’s paradise, with dozens of galleries to visit, as well as restaurants, shops and museums. Start your Santa Fe shopping at Artists on Santa Fe, one of the oldest galleries in the area, featuring more than 25 artists working in a wide variety of media. Then explore the inviting Sandra Philips Gallery, which represents important regional artists as well as emerging artists offering fresh and creative ideas. After that, simply wander the district, popping into whatever gallery space catches your eye.
Location: Santa Fe Drive between 4th and 12th avenues
【小题1】When can we visit Denver Art Museum on Fridays?| A．At 9 am. | B．At 6 am. | C．At 10 pm. | D．At 2 pm. |
| A．Arturo Herrera’s limited edition works. |
| B．High-end jewellery and lamps. |
| C．Glassware and pottery made by local people. |
| D．Handicrafts made by Colorado artisans. |
| A．We can find famous graphic novels there. |
| B．Sandra Phillips Gallery is located on Avenue Pkwy. |
| C．We are advised to begin with Artists on Santa Fe. |
| D．Its galleries feature emerging artists and yard art. |
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