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The Louvre Museum in Paris： A Complete Guide for Visitors
The Louvre Museum is quite a large museum. The word “museum” may not be enough ： the collections are so vast, diverse, and breathtaking that visitors may have the impression of navigating a maze（迷宫）of distinct artistic and cultural worlds.
Housed in the Louvre Palace， the former seat of French royalty， the Louvre emerged in the 12th century as a medieval castle, slowly evolving toward its status as a public arts museum during the French Revolution in the late 18th century. Since then, it has become the globe's most-visited museum, and a symbol of French excellence in the arts. The Louvre has eight major thematic departments and 35 ?000 works of art dating from ancient times to the early modern period.
Opening Hours ：
Open on Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 9 a. m. --- 6 p. m. ； Wednesday and Friday 9 a. m. -10 p. m. The museum is closed on Tuesdays.
Tickets ：
As of 2018, admission to the entire museum costs 15 euros. Admission is free for those under 18.
Shopping and Dining：
The museum houses several restaurants and snack bars in addition to a cafeteria ：
Just below the Pyramid, the restaurant Le Grand Louvre offers gourmet（美食）specialties in a classic setting. Open from 12 a. m. to 3 p. m. and from 7 p. m. to 12 p. m. on Wednesdays and Fridays.
On the lower ground floor, the Cafe Denon offers snacks and casual meals. Open from 9 ： 30 am to 5 ： 00 p. m..
On the second floor （European “first floor"） , the Cafe Richelieu offers more casual dining possibilities： sandwiches? salads, cold and hot drinks, etc. Open from 10 ： 15 am to 5 ： 00 p. m..
The Carrousel du Louvre is a popular shopping center housed within the Louvre palace and accessible via the Rue de Rivoli entrance. Open seven days a week, the Carrousel du Louvre offers designer fashion, home design shops, and fine gifts.
21. When can you visit the Louvre Museum?
A. At 7 ： 00 p. m. on Monday. B. At 10 ： 00 a. m. on Tuesday.
C. At 9 ： 00 p. m. on Friday. D. At 8 ： 00 a. m. on Sunday.
22. How much should a couple with their 10-year-old son pay for the tickets?
A. 15 euros. B. 30 euros. C. 45 euros. D. 48 euros.
23. Which should you choose if you want to have snacks at 10 a. m. on Thursday?
A. Le Grand Louvre B. The Cafe Denon
C. The Cafe Richelieu D. The Carrousel du Louvre
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. B
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章分别从几个方面向游客介绍了关于参观卢浮宫的注意事项。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段的“Wednesday and Friday 9 a. m. -10 p. m.”可知，周五晚上9点可以参观卢浮宫。故选C项。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“As of 2018, admission to the entire museum costs 15 euros. Admission is free for those under 18.（截至2018年，整个博物馆的门票价格为15欧元。18岁以下的人免费入场。）”可计算出，夫妻二人和一个十岁的孩子应付30欧元买票。故选B项。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据第七段“On the lower ground floor, the Cafe Denon offers snacks and casual meals. Open from 9 ： 30 am to 5 ： 00 p. m.（在较低的一层，德农咖啡馆提供小吃和休闲餐。开放时间为上午九时三十分至下午五时）”可知，如果想在周四上午10点吃小吃，可以在Cafe Denon。故选B项。
