Central Park
Outside among the trees, watch the wildlife—both the human and animal varieties. Call (212)360-3465 or (212)360-2726 for events and tours. Central Park stretches from 59th to 110th Sts. , and from 5th Ave. to Central Park. West.
Empire State building
This is among the most striking buildings in the city, the nation, even the world. The observation dock (瞭望台) on the 86th floor is open to general public, offering a wonderful view of the cuty. On the second floor you’ll find the New York Skyride, a simulated (模拟的) helicopter ride over Manhattan. 5th Avc. at 34th St. , Midtown/(212)736-3100.
Intrepid Sea- Air -Space Museum
Five blocks west of Time Square, this museum has hundreds of air, deep sea and space exhibits. Walk the fight deck of the 900 foot long aircraft carrier Intrepid, see dozens of old and modern aircraft and ride the Intrepid Navy Flight Simulator. Pier86, W. 46th St. and 12th Ave. /(212)245-0072.
Madison Square Garden
If it’s big, it probably happens at the Garden. Check out sporting events, concerts and much more. Tours are available. 7th Ave, btwn. 31th and 33th Sts. , Midtown/(212)465-6741.
21. The New York Skyride is for _______.
A. sightseeing B. fight training
C. model plane-sports D. city transportation
22. If a visitor is interested in music, he will probably go to_______.
A. Central Park B. Empire State Building
C. Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum D. Madison Square Garden
23. The students who are interested in the history of Navy should dial the number of .
A. (212)360-2726 B. (212)465-6741
C. (212)245-0072 D. (212)736-3100
24. The purpose of these texts is probably to ________.
A. provide information of living in New York
B. provide directions of city traffic in New York
C. give visitors a guide to New York
D. give a brief introduction to the history of New York
ADCC
A. Profits enlarging B. Technology developing C. Education investing D. Benefits transferring E. Dominance disappearing F. A nation rising |
The following is an imaginary diary entry written by US president. This diary is part of Global Trends 2025, which was written by the US National Intelligence Council
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The transition from old fuels to new will be slow, as will the development of new technologies that present feasible alternatives to fossil fuels or help eliminate food and water problems. All current technologies are inadequate, and new ones will probably not be commercially possible by 2025