Fly into Lisbon and spend a couple of days exploring the capital, which is a ter

Fly into Lisbon(里斯本) and spend a couple of days exploring the capital, which is a terrific bargain. In addition to some worthwhile and affordable dining and lodging(住宿) choices, must-see sights include the Romanesque Lisbon Cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century, and the Moorish Alfama quarter, with its markets and winding cobblestone (鹅卵石) streets. Take a taxi or bus to the Belém district, where you’ll find the Tower of Belém and the Jerónimos Monastery. After Lisbon, you can take a day trip, by train, to Sintra, a beautiful town nestled(依偎) against the hills about 20 miles west of Lisbon; its castle and palaces, like the Sintra National Palace and the Pena National Palace, are well worth a visit.

To see the countryside, rent a car and drive southeast about 90 minutes to the Alentejo region. Base yourself in Évora, an architectural precious stone. By foot, explore its winding cobblestone streets, fountains and whitewashed houses. Attractions include the Roman Temple of Évora. And make sure to hear some fado, the traditional music of Portugal.

Alternatively, head north from Lisbon to Oporto, about three hours, and then east to the winemaking region of the Douro River Valley. In his article Portugal Old, New and Undiscovered, Frank Bruni wrote:“All around us mountains undulated(波动) into the distance. The slopes(斜坡) in the foreground were an amazing patchwork of greens, reds, browns and grays, as if some grand hand had fashioned it into a picture on all that nature and agriculture can do.”

60. You can NOT enjoy the beauty of 　       in Lisbon. 

A. the Tower of Belém                               B. the Moorish Alfama quarter

C. the Sintra National Palace                       D. Romanesque Lisbon Cathedral

61. In Alentejo region, a tourist can 　      . 

A. appreciate traditional music                        B. walk by the sea bare feet

C. enjoy a good view of the city                         D. buy some precious stones cheap

62. Frank Bruni’s words help the readers to get a better picture of 　      . 

A. Portugal                                          B. Lisbon

C. Oporto                                          D. Douro River Valley

63. The text is meant to 　      . 

A. describe the beauty of Portugal                  B. advise on travelling in Portugal

C. introduce the attractions in Lisbon                  D. compare the city with the countryside

试题答案

C    ADB