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Events in Natural History Museum at South Kensington.
Dino Snores for Kids
16 August 2019, 18:45—22:00
This unique sleepover gives kids aged 7 to 11 the chance to explore the Museum after dark while taking part in fun and educational activities. At midnight, it’s time to settle down to sleep. In the morning, you’ll get to experience a live animal show before waving goodbye to the Museum when it opens to the public at 10:00. Adult:￡60. Child:￡60. Breakfast included.
Copycats at Lates
29 May 2019, 18:00— 22:00
Humans are exploring and copying nature’s solutions to meet the challenges of our modern world. Explore the Museum after hours and discover how cutting-edge research, technology and design are turning to nature to seek new ways of advancing society. Free entry, no ticket required.
Yoga Under a Whale
7 July 2019, 08:00— 09:15
Enjoy a yoga session inspired by the Museum’s connections with the natural world. Join us under Hintze Hall’s splendid blue whale skeleton for a cosy experience with movement and sound. After your class, enjoy special access to an exhibition or gallery before the Museum opens. Adult:￡35. Member gets a discount.
Crime Scene Live
8 June 2019, 18:30—22:30
A priceless stone has been stolen from the Natural History Museum and a killer is on the loose. It’s up to you to gather the evidence, analyze the facts and carry out experiments to bring the criminal to justice. Due to the nature of some of your detective duties we strongly recommend that you wear trousers and flat shoes. Adult:￡63. Ticket includes a free drink on arrival.
1. Which activity might appeal to children interested in animals?
A. Copycats at Lates. B. Crime Scene Live.
C. Dino Snores for Kids. D. Yoga Under a Whale.
2. What do we know about Yoga Under a Whale?
A. It takes place in the morning.
B. It is intended for the whole family.
C. It offers free admission to its members.
D. Its members should pay￡35 to visit the Museum.
3. What can you do if you take part in Crime Scene Live?
A. Enjoy a free meal. B. Practise solving a case.
C. Read more detective stories. D. Perform your duty in uniform.
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. B
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了南肯辛顿自然历史博物馆的四个活动，介绍了各自的时间、价格和活动内容等信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Dino Snores for Kids部分中“In the morning, you’ll get to experience a live animal show before waving goodbye to the Museum when it opens to the public at 10:00.(上午10点，博物馆对公众开放，在向博物馆挥手告别之前，你可以体验一场活生生的动物表演)”可知，Dino Snores for Kids可能会吸引对动物感兴趣的孩子。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Yoga Under a Whale部分中“7 July 2019, 08:00— 09:15(2019年7月7日上午8:00到9:15)”可知，Yoga Under a Whale是在早上进行的。故选A。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Crime Scene Live部分中“It’s up to you to gather the evidence, analyze the facts and carry out experiments to bring the criminal to justice.(由你来收集证据，分析事实，进行实验，将罪犯绳之以法)”可知，如果你参加Crime Scene Live，你可以练习破案。故选B。
