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Our Annual Cultural Events
A Night in Rio
We are proud to bring the energy and enthusiasm of Brazilian Carnival to Charlotte with A Night in Rio! Get a taste of Carnival through dancing, live music, authentic food, drinks and marketplace. Put on your green and yellow, and join us for the unforgettable experience of Brazilian Carnival!
Date: Saturday, February 24, 2019
Location: Neighborhood Theatre, Charlotte
Time: 7 PM
TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLY AT THE DOOR
Ritmo&Sabor
We are thrilled to bring the annual celebration Ritmo&Sabor Festival! Featuring dance performances and FREE dance lessons and delicious, authentic Latin cuisine, this festival will be a fantastic celebration for the entire family to enjoy! Food and beer will be available for purchase. Come out to enjoy a great summer evening of Ritmo&Sabor!
Date: Saturday July 2, 2019
Location: International & Cultural Center, Charlotte
Time: 5-11 PM
FREE ADMISSION
Las Américas
Join us in the annual celebration LAS AMÉRICAS! We display our history and identity of Latin America through musical performances, story-telling and poetry. Enjoy yourself with local artists, shop your way through a market of arts and crafts and join in some of the finest Latin American cuisine.
Date: August 18, 2019
Location: Midwood International & Culture Center, Charlotte
Time: 2-7 PM
Admission is FREE.
Latin American Festival
Festival Latinoamericano returns for its 28th year, with musical artists and dance performances, a diverse authentic selection of Latin American food, visual artists, and a street festival environment with activities for the whole family.
Location: Symphony Park at South Park Mall, Charlotte
Date: Saturday Sept. 29 (1-8pm)
Admission: $10; Children aged 8 & under are free.
1. What does Ritmo&Sabor mainly provide?
A. Music and visual art. B. Food and beer.
C. Dance and poetry. D. Dance and food.
2. Which event requires a ticket for a seven-year-old child?
A. Las Américas. B. Ritmo&Sabor.
C. A Night in Rio. D. Latin American Festival.
3. The event in _________ is held in the first quarter of the year.
A. Neighborhood Theatre B. International & Cultural Center
C. Midwood International & Culture Center D. Symphony Park at South Park Mall
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. A
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个年度文化活动的情况，包括活动时间、地点以及收费情况等。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Ritmo&Sabor部分中“Featuring dance performances and FREE dance lessons and delicious, authentic Latin cuisine, this festival will be a fantastic celebration for the entire family to enjoy!(以舞蹈表演、免费舞蹈课程和美味、正宗的拉丁美食为特色，这个节日将是全家人一起享受的美妙庆祝活动！)”可知，Ritmo&Sabor主要提供舞蹈和食物。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据A Night in Rio部分中“TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLY AT THE DOOR(票只在门口有售)”；Ritmo&Sabor部分中“FREE ADMISSION (免门票)”；Las Américas部分中“Admission is FREE. (免门票)”以及Latin American Festival部分中“Admission: $10; Children aged 8 & under are free. (门票：10美元；8岁及以下儿童免费)”可知，A Night in Rio活动需要7岁小孩买票。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据A Night in Rio部分中“Date: Saturday, February 24, 2019；Location: Neighborhood Theatre, Charlotte(活动日期：2019年2月24日，星期六；地点：Neighborhood Theatre, Charlotte)” Ritmo&Sabor部分中“Date: Saturday July 2, 2019(活动日期：2019年7月2日，星期六)”；Las Américas部分中“Date: August 18, 2019(活动日期：2019年8月18日)”以及Latin American Festival部分中“Date: Saturday Sept. 29 (1-8pm) (活动日期：9月29日，星期六，晚上1点到8点)”可知，Neighborhood Theatre内的活动于今年第一季度举行。故选A。
