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Don't call it a comeback; drive-in movie theaters have been here for years Given the current need for social distancing,drive-ins are once again seeing a surge(暴涨)in popularity and this list of 4 highlights some of the best theaters across the country.
Maryland: Bengies Drive-In Theatre
The 64-year-old Bengies (in Middle River) boasts the biggest movie theater screen in the states. It measures 52 feet high by 120 feet wide, which means films aren't cropped to fit the display. The Middle River business' season is longer than most as they open in early spring and don't close until late fall.
Oregon:99W Drive-in
Only 23 miles from Portland in Newberg, the drive-in has been in the same family since Grandpa Francis built it in 1953. Unlike many of its competitors, the 99W rules allow folks to bring in outside food.
Illinois: Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In
Go green while going to the movies in Gibson City, Illinois. Although the entertainment complex got its start in 1954, the family in charge nowadays has started several eco-friendly initiatives(措施)since taking over in 1989 including installing(安装)LED lighting, using recycled materials, and powering approximately 25 percent of their operations with solar and wind energy.
Pennsylvania: Shankweiler’s Drive-in Theatre
Wilson Shankweiler opened the country’s second drive-in in Pennsylvania in April 1934. Today, it stands as the oldest still-operating drive-in in the country. It is to be respected as it has lasted through changing technology, going from speakers on poles to digital projection(数码投影)and sound in 2013, and survived 1955’s Hurricane Diane.
1. Which theater has the largest theater screen?
A. 99W Drive-in B. Bengies Drive-In Theatre
C. Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In D. Shankweiler’s Drive-in Theatre
2. What is special about Harvest Moon Twin Drive-in?
A. It is eco-friendly
B. It allows visitors to bring in outside food
C. It is the second drive-in theater in America
D. It has been owned by the same family since it was built
3. Why should Shankweiler’s Drive-in Theatre be respected?
A. It has used recycled materials. B. It is open to visitors all year round.
C. It is the largest drive-in theater in America. D. It has survived hardships and historical changes.
【答案】1. B 2. A 3. D
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇应用文。介绍美国最好的四个开车驶入型电影院以及各特色。
【详解】1.细节理解题。结合题干关键词“largest screen”定位“Maryland: Bengies Drive-In Theatre”的第一句第一行“The 64-year-old Bengies (in Middle River) boasts the biggest movie theater screen in the states. ”(拥有64年的 Bengies (位于中河)自夸拥有全美最大的电影院屏幕。)所以,Bengies Drive-In Theatre有最大的屏幕的电影院,选项B与文意一致,故选B。
2.细节理解题。根据“Illinois: Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In”中“ Although the entertainment complex got its start in 1954, the family in charge nowadays has started several eco-friendly initiatives(措施)since taking over in 1989 including installing(安装)LED lighting, using recycled materials, and powering approximately 25 percent of their operations with solar and wind energy.”(尽管这个娱乐中心始于1954年,如今的负责人自1989年接管以来已经开始了几项环保举措,包括安装 led 照明,使用可回收材料,以及为他们约25% 的业务提供太阳能和风能。)可以推知,这家影院的特别之处在于它使用了诸如安装 led 照明,使用可回收材料及太阳能和风能等环保举措。选项A与文意相符,故选A。
3.细节理解题。根据题干关键词“Shankweiler’s Drive-in Theatre ”定位在“Pennsylvania: Shankweiler’s Drive-in Theatre”部分中“It is to be respected as it has lasted through changing technology, going from speakers on poles to digital projection(数码投影)and sound in 2013, and survived 1955’s Hurricane Diane.”(它受尊敬是因为经历了技术变革,从波兰的扬声器到2013年的数字投影和声音,从1955年的“黛安娜”飓风中幸存下来。)可知, Shankweiler’s Drive-in Theatre被尊敬是因为其经历了技术变革和艰难困苦。选项D符合文意。故选D。