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World’s Fascinating Libraries to Mark World Book Day
World Book Day, also known as World Book and Copyright Day, is an annual event organized by the UNESCO to promote reading, publishing and copyright. The first World Book Day was celebrated on April 23 twenty-seven years ago. Let’s take a look at the world’s fascinating libraries and enjoy the fun of reading.
Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading
Located in the center of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading is a library and cultural institution. It was built in the late 19th century. Open to the public since 1900, the cabinet has the largest collection of Portuguese literature outside Portugal, holding more than 350,000 books.
Stuttgart City Library
Stuttgart City Library is a cube outside with a hollow design inside. The hollow part is connected with misplaced stairs to create a unique sense of space. Since its completion in 2011, it has become a local cultural card and an “instagrammable” place for many tourists.
Library of Alexandria
The Alexandria Library in Alexandria, Egypt, was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. The library, destroyed in 415 AD and rebuilt in 2002, is not only a library, but also a museum and scientific research institution. It is known as the Egyptian cultural center and a lighthouse of thought, culture and science.
Vasconcelos Library
Vasconcelos Library is located in the downtown area of Mexico City. It was designed by the famous Mexican designer Alberto Kalach, and named after José Vasconcelos, the philosopher and former president of the National Library of Mexico. It was completed in May 2006 and opened to the public.
1. When was the first World Book Day celebrated?
A. In 1900. B. In 1995. C. In 2002. D. In 2006.
2. What can we infer about Library of Alexandria?
A. It is the largest library of the ancient world.
B. It has a collection of more than 350,000 books.
C. It guides Egyptian’s development and progress.
D. It was designed by a famous Mexican architect.
3. Which is the youngest library?
A. Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading B. Library of Alexandria
C. Stuttgart City Library D. Vasconcelos Library
【答案】1. B2. C3. C
