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Chicago Botanic Garden
Events
● Midwest Fruit Explorers
March 31-April 10, 1–4 pm
The Midwest Fruit Explorers presents this hands-on workshop with step-by-step instructions on how to graft (嫁接) and care for fruit trees.
● Midwest Daffodil (水仙花) Society Show
April 22-28, 10 am–4:30 pm
The Midwest Daffodil Society Show features hundreds of daffodils on display that will be judged by the society. The show includes floral (花卉的) design and photography competitions.
● Ikebana International Show
May 11-19, 9 am–3:30 pm (Saturday & Sunday only)
The Ikebana International Society presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging.
● Gardeners of the North Shore Show & Sale
The Gardeners of the North Shore host this annual show
June 27-30, 9 am–4:30 pm
This show includes a judged exhibition with more than 500 entries of anything a home gardener can grow, including flowers, vegetables, herbs (草本植物), and houseplants.
● Garden tours & trams
Enjoy a tram tour for an overview of popular areas. Return each season to experience different views.
Prices Members Nonmembers
Adults $7 $8
Seniors $6 $7
Children (3-12 yrs) $5 $6
Children (2 and under) Free Free
Ten-visit pass $50 $60
Accessibility at the garden
Service animals
Service animals are welcome. No pets please.
Electronic Convenience Vehicles (ECVs)
They are available for rent in the Visitor Center on an unreserved, first-come first-served basis. The following fees apply: members: $15, nonmembers $20. ECVs will not be rented for indoor use.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs are available free at the Information Desk in the Visitor Center.
Daily Hours: 8 am–7 pm
Garden View Café: 8 am–4 pm
Garden Shop: 10 am–4 pm
1. What can you do at Midwest Fruit Explorers?
A. Design flower patterns
B. Learn about tree planting.
C. Take part in its photography competition.
D. Buy some fruit at a good price.
2. At which show can you enjoy traditional Japanese flowers?
A. Midwest Fruit Explorers.
B. Midwest Daffodil Society Show.
C. Ikebana International Show.
D. Gardeners of the North Shore Show & Sale.
3. What service can visitors enjoy in the garden?
A. They can rent ECVs for indoor use.
B. They can visit the garden with their pets.
C. They can have free coffee from 8 am to 4 pm.
D. They can use free wheelchairs if they need to.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了四个个展览的具体信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Midwest Fruit Explorers这一标题下 The Midwest Fruit Explorers presents this hands-on workshop with step-by-step instructions on how to graft and care for fruit trees.这句话可知，这个展览主要介绍了如何照顾和嫁接果树。故此题选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。在Ikebana International Show这一标题下的The Ikebana International Society presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging.这句话可知，此展览主要是介绍日本花卉。故此题选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。通过文章中Wheelchairs are available free at the Information Desk in the Visitor Center. 这句话可知，在游客中心可以使用轮椅。故此题选D。
