第一节(共15小题； 每小题2分， 满分30分)
阅读下列短文， 从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中， 选出最佳选项。
A
The US has countless secret swimming holes throughout most states, many of which you’ve likely never heard of unless you’re from the area.
Havasu Falls
This attractive waterfall in the Grand Canyon is undoubtedly a destination spot requiring a 10mile walk to the falls. You can take a guided tour to the falls, or make it on your own. The Havasu Falls is on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, which means you’ll need to get a permit to visit—this has become increasingly difficult as more people discover this hidden place.
Hamilton Pool
Hamilton Pool was created when an underground river’s roof fell down suddenly, exposing what is now the swimming hole and creating a 50foot waterfall that flows over the above limestone(石灰岩). You’ll have to reserve beforehand to gain entry to the Hamilton Pool Preserve.
Chutes and Ladders
To get to this secret swimming hole, you’ll have to grasp a rope and slide down the face of a cliff for 40 feet, and then climb down about 8 feet of lava rock to the pool. Once there, however, you’ll be glad you have made the journey. The swimming hole is on the edge of the ocean—a natural pool, you could say—with a depth that invites you to jump in without crowds of people around to watch.
Homestead Crater
The Homestead Crater is hidden under a rock dome(穹顶) with an opening at the top that allows for sunlight and air. It was once only accessible by that top opening, but there is now easy access through a side path for visitors. Go for a swim in the beautiful mineral spring water.
21．Which of the following do you need an official written statement to visit?
A．Havasu Falls.
B．Hamilton Pool.
C．Chutes and Ladders.
D．Homestead Crater.
22．What do you need to get to Chutes and Ladders?
A．A tour guide.
B．An invitation.
C．More outdoor skills.
D．A reservation in advance.
23．Which of the following can best describe the four places?
A．They are hidden in remote areas.
B．They are shaped by limestone.
C．They are created by local people.
D．They are accessible through a hole.
第一节
【解题导语】 本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了美国的四处游泳胜地，包括其地理特征和进入方法等。
21．A 解析：细节理解题。根据第二段尾句中的“The Havasu Falls is on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, which means you’ll need to get a permit to visit”可知，由于哈瓦苏瀑布位于哈瓦苏派印第安保留地，这意味着你需要获得许可证才能参观，故选A。
22．C 解析：推理判断题。由题干中的“get to Chutes and Ladders”定位至第四段第一句“To get to this secret swimming hole, you’ll have to grasp a rope and slide down the face of a cliff for 40 feet, and then climb down about 8 feet of lava rock to the pool.”可知，要到达这个秘密的游泳洞，你必须抓住一条绳子从悬崖的正面往下滑40英尺，然后从熔岩上往下爬大约8英尺到达游泳池；据此可推出，去Chutes and Ladders需要一定的户外技能，故选C。
23．A 解析：细节理解题。根据第一段“The US has countless secret swimming holes throughout most states, many of which you’ve likely never heard of unless you’re from the area.”可知，在美国的大多数州都有数不清的秘密游泳洞，其中许多你可能从未听说过，除非你来自那个地区；并结合全文对四个游泳胜地的介绍可知，这四个游泳胜地的共同特点是都隐藏在偏远的地区，故选A。
阅读下列短文， 从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中， 选出最佳选项。
A
The US has countless secret swimming holes throughout most states, many of which you’ve likely never heard of unless you’re from the area.
Havasu Falls
This attractive waterfall in the Grand Canyon is undoubtedly a destination spot requiring a 10mile walk to the falls. You can take a guided tour to the falls, or make it on your own. The Havasu Falls is on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, which means you’ll need to get a permit to visit—this has become increasingly difficult as more people discover this hidden place.
Hamilton Pool
Hamilton Pool was created when an underground river’s roof fell down suddenly, exposing what is now the swimming hole and creating a 50foot waterfall that flows over the above limestone(石灰岩). You’ll have to reserve beforehand to gain entry to the Hamilton Pool Preserve.
Chutes and Ladders
To get to this secret swimming hole, you’ll have to grasp a rope and slide down the face of a cliff for 40 feet, and then climb down about 8 feet of lava rock to the pool. Once there, however, you’ll be glad you have made the journey. The swimming hole is on the edge of the ocean—a natural pool, you could say—with a depth that invites you to jump in without crowds of people around to watch.
Homestead Crater
The Homestead Crater is hidden under a rock dome(穹顶) with an opening at the top that allows for sunlight and air. It was once only accessible by that top opening, but there is now easy access through a side path for visitors. Go for a swim in the beautiful mineral spring water.
21．Which of the following do you need an official written statement to visit?
A．Havasu Falls.
B．Hamilton Pool.
C．Chutes and Ladders.
D．Homestead Crater.
22．What do you need to get to Chutes and Ladders?
A．A tour guide.
B．An invitation.
C．More outdoor skills.
D．A reservation in advance.
23．Which of the following can best describe the four places?
A．They are hidden in remote areas.
B．They are shaped by limestone.
C．They are created by local people.
D．They are accessible through a hole.
第一节
【解题导语】 本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了美国的四处游泳胜地，包括其地理特征和进入方法等。
21．A 解析：细节理解题。根据第二段尾句中的“The Havasu Falls is on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, which means you’ll need to get a permit to visit”可知，由于哈瓦苏瀑布位于哈瓦苏派印第安保留地，这意味着你需要获得许可证才能参观，故选A。
22．C 解析：推理判断题。由题干中的“get to Chutes and Ladders”定位至第四段第一句“To get to this secret swimming hole, you’ll have to grasp a rope and slide down the face of a cliff for 40 feet, and then climb down about 8 feet of lava rock to the pool.”可知，要到达这个秘密的游泳洞，你必须抓住一条绳子从悬崖的正面往下滑40英尺，然后从熔岩上往下爬大约8英尺到达游泳池；据此可推出，去Chutes and Ladders需要一定的户外技能，故选C。
23．A 解析：细节理解题。根据第一段“The US has countless secret swimming holes throughout most states, many of which you’ve likely never heard of unless you’re from the area.”可知，在美国的大多数州都有数不清的秘密游泳洞，其中许多你可能从未听说过，除非你来自那个地区；并结合全文对四个游泳胜地的介绍可知，这四个游泳胜地的共同特点是都隐藏在偏远的地区，故选A。
