
广东省2025-2026学年高三上学期12月阶段性联合检测英语试题 一、阅读理解 Scenic Train Journeys in the US If you want to avoid boarding an Amtrak or Brightline to go on more scenic train journeys, here’s what you need to know.Rocky Mountaineer This luxury railcar journey is one of the most popular in the United States. It operates throughout the American Southwest. Its most famous route is the Rockies to Red rocks journey, which starts in Denver and ends in Moab, Utah. But there are four other jaw-dropping routes that will take you through the US’s most rugged landscapes, from its towering Rockies to its lowest, most colorful canyons (峡谷).Durango & Silverton Narrow gauge Railway Silver and gold were being mined and exported from the Durango and Silverton areas by this short-and-sweet railroad when it was in operation, which makes it a National Historic Landmark. The experience takes you onto the railways of yore deep into the San Juan Mountains, offering jaw-dropping views during any season. Just know that it’s a steam engine, making it louder than other trains.Grand Canyon Railway If you want an unbeatable entrance into the Grand Canyon, go on the Grand Canyon Railway. It’s been in operation since 1901 and has had over a century to nail its service. You can choose from six different options when you buy your ticket based on comfort and service levels. If views are your focus, go with the Observation Dome.Cape Cod Central Railway This fun train journey takes you across the Cape Cod region, specializing in lunch, brunch, and dinner journeys. All excursion trains come with various classes, letting you choose the tickets that suit your budget. The same for public and private tables, which makes this a surprisingly affordable add-on to any Cape Cod trip. 1.Which route of Rocky Mountaineer is the most famous A.From Rockies to Grand Canyon. B.From Denver to Moab, Utah. C.From Denver to San Juan Mountains. D.From Moab, Utah to Cape Cod. 2.Why is Durango & Silverton Narrow gauge Railway a National Historic Landmark A.It owns loud steam trains. B.It has a history of over a century. C.It operates in the San Juan Mountains. D.It once transported silver and gold mines. 3.What should you choose for the best views on Grand Canyon Railway A.The private service. B.The cheapest option. C.The Observation Dome. D.The lunch journey ticket. We’ve all been there: in a line with a basket of a few items for payment, cash or credit cards prepared, perhaps with only one or two customers ahead of us. And so it was today for me at a shop a mile or so from my home. I had three items. A woman with her teenage boys ahead of me had twice as many items as mine. The customer at the register, a white-haired woman, had already begun to bag her items and was holding out cash to pay for them. Then came the problem. Sometimes it’s a customer who forgot to weigh a piece of fruit, or someone searching for exact change. Fair enough. One waits. But today, it was somethin ... ...
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