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Visiting During Coronavirus
Take time to walk in Shakespeare's footsteps, without the usual crowds. Your visit to Shakespeare's Birthplace will help us to ensure that Shakespeare's heritage survives this difficult period for future visitors to enjoy.
To keep our visitors and staff safe, we have introduced a timed ticket system. All tickets must be booked in advance, even if you have a pre-existing ticket. Groups larger than 6 are not allowed to book, meet, or interact at our site unless they are part of the same household. Sec below for more details and read about the extra safety measures we've put in place.
Please note that Anne Hathaway's Cottage. Shakespeare's New Place, Mary Arden's Farm and Hall's Croft will remain closed until at least spring 2021.
Pre-booking is essential
Online booking is essential to secure your time slot. We'll be unable to grant you entry without a pre-booked, tinted entry ticket. Tickets will be released every Friday, with availability up to 2 weeks in advance.
Before your visit
Please bear the following things in mind, and check our website and social media for updates before travelling.
● If showing COVID-19 symptoms please stay at home.
● Wear a face covering in indoor spaces (unless exempt).
● We may conduct temperature checks.
● Bag searches are in operation.
● We do not offer cloakroom/baggage store facilities.
● Be ready for cashless payments.
NHS Covid-19 Test and Trace app
Visitors are encouraged to download the NIIS Covid-19 Test and Trace app prior to arrival at Shakespeare's Birthplace and "check-in" by scanning the QR code available at the ticket desk and entrance to the shop.
1. Which of the following can you visit before spring 2021?
A. Shakespeare's Birthplace. B. Anne Hathaway's Cottage.
C. Mary Arden's Farm. D. Hall's Croft.
2. Which kind of ticket can ensure your entry during Coronavirus?
A. A ticket released on Friday. B. An online booked annual ticket.
C. A pre-bought season ticket. D. A pre-booked, timed entry ticket.
3. What is required before visiting?
A. You must stay at home for 14 days. B. Your bag will be searched.
C. You should take enough cash with you. D. You must have your face covered.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了疫情期间去莎士比亚出生地游玩
注意事项。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“Your visit to Shakespeare's Birthplace will help us to ensure that Shakespeare's heritage survives this difficult period for future visitors to enjoy.”可知，去Shakespeare's Birthplace游玩可以确保莎士比亚的遗产流传到后世，因此此地是可以参观的。根据第三段中Please note that Anne Hathaway's Cottage. Shakespeare's New Place, Mary Arden's Farm and Hall's Croft will remain closed until at least spring 2021可知，B、C、D项的地点2021年春季之前都关闭，故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“We'll be unable to grant you entry without a pre-booked, timed entry ticket.”可知，疫情期间需要提前预定并且限时的门票，故选D。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Before your visit”部分中的第四点“Bag searches are in operation”可知，进园之前需要检查包裹，故选B。
