Question

There are an unbelievable number of reasons to go to Greece;just like there are an unbelievable number of things to do once a traveler arrives there.Here is a look at just some of the great historical things to see when vacationing in Athens,Greece.

Agora

Agora lies in ruins now,but during its glory days it was a lively and active open marketplace where Greeks came to buy,sell,and exchange their goods and services.Agora has ties to common people of ancient Greece.Guided tours are available and there is also a small museum with many artifacts from this area on display.

Parthenon

One of the most famous landmarks in Athens is the legendary Parthenon.This building is still today admired by architects who are appreciative of the decorative design,as well as the engineering involved in its construction.Those interested in history will be impressed beyond belief with the opportunity to see this historic structure up close and personal.

Temple of Olympian Zeus

One of the most impressive monuments to see up close is the Temple of Olympian Zeus.Many people see this monument from far away,or even from the window of a taxi,and never stop for a firsthand look themselves.This is a huge mistake as the size of it cannot truly be appreciated without visiting it up close.

Odeum of Herodes Atticus

Built into the hillside and providing a nice view of Athens is the Odeum of Herodes Atticus.This theater was constructed in the second century and was an important gathering place for both the upper and lower classes.It holds a little over 5,000 people,is located just below the Acropolis,and is still used for performances to this day.

1.What did the ancient Greeks do in Agora?

A. They did business.    B. They toured around.

C. They visited museums.    D. They prayed for blessings.

2.Who will show the most interest in Parthenon?

A. Electrical engineers.    B. Building designers.

C. Ordinary visitors.    D. Religious people.

3.How can visitors fully appreciate the Temple of Olympian Zeus?

A. By approaching it.    B. By looking in the distance.

C. By taking a bird’s-eye view.    D. By seeing through a taxi window.

4.In what way is Odeum of Herodes Atticus different from the others?

A. It has great historical value.    B. It has ties to common people.

C. It is famous for its architecture.    D. It still serves its original purpose.

Answer

1.A

2.B

3.A

4.D

【解析】希腊以她独有的魅力每年吸引了大量旅游者，文章列举了雅典4个最吸引人的古遗址。

1.A

细节推理题。根据第一部分中的it was a lively and active open marketplace where Greeks came to buy, sell, and exchange their goods and services.可知古希腊人在Agora广场进行买卖、交换商品和提供服务，在此做生意。故选A.

2.B

推理判断题。根据第二部分中的This building is still today admired by architects who are appreciative of the decorative design, as well as the engineering involved in its construction.可知Parthenon是建筑学的典范，深受喜爱装饰设计和工程学的建筑学家们钟爱。故选B.

3.A

细节推理题。根据第三部分One of the most impressive monuments to see up close is the Temple of Olympian Zeus.可知Temple of Olympian Zeus应该近距离观赏的，远观不能很好地欣赏。故选A.

4.D

推理判断题。根据最后一部分It holds a little over 5,000 people, is located just below the Acropolis, and is still used for performances to this day.可知Odeum of Herodes Atticus与众不同之处在于建于2世纪至今还用于演出，故选D.

【名师点睛】

做好细节理解题的几点建议：

事实和细节题的命题特点是：对文章或某一段落中的一些特定细节或文章重要事实的理解，一般包括直接理解题和语义转化题。直接理解题能在原文直接找到答案，而语义转化题则需要将题目信息与原文信息加工或整理后才能得出结论。

做细节理解题具体方法与步骤如下：

①略读材料，大概了解原文，掌握中心或主旨；

②按文章的体裁，作者写作的组织模式及有关的信息词。如for example, first, second…等预测应该到何处寻找自己所需要的事实；

③将自己精力放在寻找你所需要的细节上。快速通篇跳读，全文扫视，找到细节出处，待找到含细节句子时，放慢速度，仔细核对比较内容，直至找到答案。如小题1根据第一部分中的it was a lively and active open marketplace where Greeks came to buy, sell, and exchange their goods and services.可知古希腊人在Agora广场进行买卖、交换商品和提供服务，在此做生意。小题3根据第三部分One of the most impressive monuments to see up close is the Temple of Olympian Zeus.可知Temple of Olympian Zeus应该近距离观赏的，远观不能很好地欣赏。