13．（8分）Lima，the capital of Peru，is located in the central coastal part of the country，overlooking the Pacific Ocean.With a population of more than 9 million，Lima is one of the largest cities and the only capital in South America that faces the ocean.
Lima has a long history.The lost Inca civilization ，is thought to be a mystery.There are many museums，where you can learn：how the ancient American Indians founded the Inca Empire and built Machu Picchu，a famous ancient city in the Andes Mountains；what happened in 1532 and why over 90% of Peruvians speak Spanish.Visiting the historic center，a World Heritage Site you may find you are communicating with both the past and the present.
Lima is also a place where you can find the lifestyles and fashions，created by its people and culture.You will see Peruvian clothes，dances，and taste their delicious foods and drinks.You can see buildings in different styles，enjoy the fantastic sunset over the ancient ruins，climb the mountains，fly over the ocean，or sit in the restaurants and bars to experience Peruvians' relaxing life.
You may have heard "It never rains in Lima. " In fact，the special geographic feature makes it not as dry as it is said to be and it is warm all year round.Though it seldom rains in summer，it sometimes drizzles on early winter mornings.The drizzle and the wet air "water" the ground，which makes the crops and the plants grow.Moreover，modern technology helps to bring water from the snow and ice on the top of the Andes （over 6，000 m high）for the city to use.People there never waste water.
Lima is such an amazing city that it is worth a visit.

（1）According to the passage，where is Lima on the map？　D　
A.
B.
C.
D.
（2）Most people in Lima speak　 　.
A.Indian
B.Spanish
C.English
D.Inca language
（3）The underlined word "drizzle" probably means　D　.
A.warm air
B.sea water
C.snow and ice
D.very light rain
（4）Lima is a city　 　.
A.which is rich in water resources
B.where people can learn Inca culture
C.which is the largest in South America
D.where the houses are in the same style
【分析】短文讲了秘鲁首都利马，详细地介绍了它的位置、历史、文化和气候等。
【解答】（1）D.细节判断题。根据"Lima，the capital of Peru，is located in the central coastal part of the country，overlooking the Pacific Ocean.With a population of more than 9 million，Lima is one of the largest cities and the only capital in South America that faces the ocean，秘鲁首都利马位于秘鲁中部沿海，俯瞰太平洋，人口900多万，是南美洲最大的城市之一，也是南美洲唯一面向海洋的首都。"可知利马在地图上的位置是D图，故选D。
（2）B.细节理解题。根据"what happened in 1532 and why over 90% of Peruvians speak Spanish.1532年发生了什么事，为什么超过90%的秘鲁人说西班牙语。"可知大多数利马人说西班牙语。故选B。
（3）D.词义猜测题。根据后句"the wet air "water" the ground，which makes the crops and the plants grow.潮湿的空气给土地"浇水"，使庄稼和植物得以生长。"可知结合选项，应说毛毛雨和潮湿的空气"浇灌"了地面，所以"drizzle"意为毛毛雨。故选D。
（4）B.细节理解题。根据" Lima has a long history.The lost Inca civilization ，is thought to be a mystery.There are many museums，where you can learn：利马有着悠久的历史。失落的印加文明被认为是一个谜。有许多博物馆，在那里你可以了解："可知利马是一个人们可以学习印加文化的城市。故选B。
【点评】在通读全文的基础上，根据全文大意，展开逻辑思维，瞻前顾后，认真观察选项，仔细推敲，确定最佳答案。