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Australia is a big country，but it is easy to get around.The untouched beaches that go for miles and deserts that touch the horizon are just there，waiting to be reached and explored.You can explore the big country in different ways.
Air
Flying is the best way to cover large distances in a short time.You can spend more time on the Australia's landscapes and relaxing lifestyle.Moreover，competition among airlines makes great flying fees available for you.
Drive
Australia has a big network of wellkept roads and some of the most beautiful touring routes in the world.You have no trouble finding car rental companies at major airports，central city and suburbs(郊区)．
Bus
Bus travel in Australia is comfortable，easy and cheap.Buses generally have air conditioning，reading lights，adjustable seats and videos.Services are good for everyone，frequent.
Rail
Train travel is the cheapest and gives you an insight into Australia's size，all from the comfort of your carriage.Scheduled services are a great way to get quickly between our cities and regional centers.
Ferry(轮渡)
The Spirit of Tasmania runs a passenger and vehicle ferry service between Melbourne and Tasmania nightly.Extra services are running during summer rush hours.Sealink ferries connect South Australia and Kangaroo Island several times a day.Ferries connect suburbs in our capital cities.
Besides all of above，you can also experience some of the longest tracks and trails in the world in central Australia－impressive journeys of a thousand kilometers or more that can take several weeks to complete.
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1．If you want to see the largest land sights in a short time you can________．
A．travel by plane B．ride a bus
C．take a train D．drive a car
A [细节理解题。根据“Flying is the best way to cover large distances in a short time.”可知，如果你想在短时间内看到最大面积的陆地风光，你可以乘飞机旅行，故选A。]
2．Which of the following is TRUE about travelling in Australia?
A．More travellers make the flying fees higher than before.
B．You can rent a car easily to explore its touring routes.
C．Taking a bus tour is the most comfortable and cheapest way.
D．Train services can make you more comfortable.
B [细节理解题。根据“You have no trouble finding car rental companies at major airports，central city and suburbs(郊区)．”可知探索旅游路线时，你可以很容易租到汽车，故选B。]
3．Ferry service between Melbourne and Tasmania usually runs________．
A．only at night hours
B．only during rush hours
C．several times a day
D．between different cities
A [细节理解题。根据“The Spirit of Tasmania runs a passenger and vehicle ferry service between Melbourne and Tasmania nightly.”可知Melbourne与Tasmania之间的轮渡服务只在夜间运行，故选A。]
