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It’s always adventurous and romantic to visit an island country. Take a look at some breathtakingly beautiful island countries in the world, which everyone should visit at least once in his lifetime.
Maldives
It’s believed that Maldives is one of the most popular honeymoon places as well as one of the most beautiful island countries. Situated in the middle of the Indian Ocean, Maldives is made up of a series of ancient coral reefs that grow up along the sides of ancient volcanoes, with fascinating beaches.
Fiji
Fiji has plenty of surprises for any adventurous travelers. It is famous for the world’s best surf scenes, attracting many surfing lovers to ride the great waves. Well, if surfing is not for you and you love sitting on the beach and relaxing, hiking or seeing breathtaking waterfalls, Fiji is also a suitable island country to visit.
Malta
Malta, a beautiful southern European country in the Mediterranean Sea, has a rich history and culture. There are amazing sky-high cliffs to climb, wonderful temples to visit and lots of amazing places to go diving. There are plenty of interesting things to explore here and everyone can find something to enjoy. The historic part of Malta is shown in its architecture, great walled cities, and many underground tunnels.
1. Which place will be most likely to be chosen by a newly-married couple according to the text?
A. the Mediterranean Sea
B. Maldives
C. Malta
D. Fiji
2. What is the special part about Fiji?
A. You can see the world’s most breathtaking waterfalls
B. It is surfing lovers’ favourite island country.
C. There are sky-high cliffs to explore.
D. You can try the world’s longest.
3. What can tourist do in Malta?
A. Hike on green plains
B. Ride the greatest waves
C. See breathtaking waterfalls
D. Explore underground tunnels
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. D
【解析】
【分析】
本文是一则广告，大海里的岛国的风景非常漂亮，文章中介绍了著名的三个岛国Maldives、Fiji、Malta的特别之处，旨在于吸引游客前往参观。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段第一句“It’s believed that Maldives is one of the most popular honeymoon places as well as one of the most beautiful island countries.”可知Maldives是最受欢迎的蜜月旅行的地方之一。所以Maldives最可能被新婚夫妻选中，故B项正确。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段第二句“It is famous for the world’s best surf scenes, attracting many surfing lovers to ride the great waves.”可知斐济是最受冲浪爱好者的欢迎，故B项正确。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一句“The historic part of Malta is shown in its architecture, great walled cities, and many underground tunnels.”可知游客可以在Malta探索地下隧道。故D项正确。
【点睛】本文是一篇广告短文，此类短文以细节题的考查为主，做细节理解题时，大多数学生易出现的问题是阅读速度太慢，缺乏一定的快速阅读技巧，考生要培养自己快速获取信息的能力。解答此类试题时，不必通篇细看原文，而常常可采取 “带着问题找答案”的方法．先从问题中抓住关键性词语。然后以此为线索。要快速地辨认和记忆事实或细节，就要恰当地运用略读及查读的技巧快速在文章中寻找与此问题相关的段落、语句．仔细品味，对照比较．确定答案。除了运用扫读法(scanning)外，还可以兼用排除法．将“无此细节”和“与此细节相反”的选项排除。
以小题3为例，题干“What can tourist do in Malta?”要求考生说出游客在Malta可以做的事情，考生运用略读技巧定位最后一句“The historic part of Malta is shown in its architecture, great walled cities, and many underground tunnels.”得出答案
