会宁四中2020-2021学年度第一学期高三级第一次月考 英语试卷 第一部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分40分) 第一节 (共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分) A Visiting Washington, D.C. is not a waste of your time and money. There are many destinations in Washington, D.C. that you can include in your journey, which make your travel to this great city worth your time and money. Here are some notable attractions that the city can offer. Smithsonian Institution It is the image of 19th sandstone called Castle. This is an institution that has got more than nine museums. A one-day tour is not enough to cover it all. The best places to visit are Air and Space Museum and Museum of Natural History. Jefferson Memorial This place houses the 19-foot statue of America’s third president. In addition, there are some writings in the wall like Declaration of Independence and some Jefferson’s writings. Michel Richard Citronelle This famous chef got a restaurant at the heart of Washington, D.C. He prepares wonderful dishes to dignitaries who frequent this place. It is not only about attractive menu, but the service is professional. The multi-course is accompanied with wine. The restaurant’s wine cellar houses thousands of bottles. Mandarin Oriental This is a taste of Asia in the district. The hotel amenities (设施) are world class with pool and spas. The restaurant shows the city’s view on a flat screen TV and the rooms have Internet access. The White house It should not be missed. It is one of the most significant buildings in the city. Its architecture is grand and suits the city’s landscape. There are guided tours that you can join in. Twins Jazz If you want to enjoy jazz music, this is the place to be. You can hear grassroots musicians play. The food is also good. 1. What can you visit in Smithsonian Institution? A. Castles. B. Museums C. Statues D. Restaurants 2. What can you do in Michel Richard Citronelle? A. Taste Asian food. B. Cook delicious dishes. C. Enjoy good food and service. D. Swim and enjoy free Wifi. 3. Which of the following is your best choice as a music lover? A. Jefferson Memorial B. Mandarin Oriental C. The White House. D. Twins Jazz B A robot created by Washington State University (WSU) scientists could help elderly people with dementia and other limitations live independently in their own homes. The Robot Activity Support System, or RAS, uses sensors (传感器) equipped in a WSU smart home to determine where its residents are, what they are doing and when they need assistance with daily activities. It navigates (定位) through rooms and around obstacles to find people on its own, provides video instruction on how to do simple tasks and can even lead its owners to objects like their medication or a snack in the kitchen. “RAS combines the convenience of a mobile robot with the activity detection technology of a WSU smart home to provide assistance in the moment, as the need for help is detected,” said Bryan Minor, a postdoctoral researcher in the WSU School of El ... ...
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