Task 1Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfini
Task 1
Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 through 40. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A, B, C, and D. You should make the correct choice.
The Shichahai Area in Beijing is one of the favorite haunts of foreigners in the capital. Covering a total area of 146.7 hectares(公顷,=104平方米), it includes three lakes named Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. The area is covered by water and lush greenery. Shichahai is the largest among 30 approved historical and cultural protected areas in Beijing. Also, it is a unique area with great tourism resources and development potential.
Many Hutongs and Siheyuans, two traditional Chinese residential areas, less seen in present Beijing, are situated there. They are well protected and have been regarded to be a cultural asset(财产) to the city.
The residences have maintained the lifestyle. and many folk activities of Old Beijing. The area boasts(包含) a concentration of many historical and cultural relics(遗迹), residences of famous people, abundant natural scenery and folk buildings.
Shichahai combine Old Beijing with modern foreign living styles. It is noted for the concentration of bars on its boardwalk in the Lotus Lane, a business block. Bars there have attracted many white-collar city dwellers and foreigners. The spectacular harmony of traditional Chinese culture and foreign influences in the bars propel many foreigners to go every week.
What should be the best title for the passage?
A.The Most Famous Area in Beijing.
B.The Most Favorite Place for White-collar Dwellers.
C.Shichahai Mingles Different Cultures.
D.Shichahai—the Unique Area with Bars.