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Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland, is famous for its summer festivals. Edinburgh is the world’s festival city. There are twelve festivals throughout the year, half of which are celebrated during the months before July. Hundreds of thousands of people visit the Scottish capital during the summer. Here are some of the events they can enjoy.
The Edinburgh International Festival
This is the original Edinburgh festival which began in 1947. Actors, musicians, dancers and opera singers from all over the world perform to huge audiences. You need tickets for most events which take place in theaters around the city.
The Edinburgh Art Festival
This festival is modern and has been celebrated for around ten years. It is fantastic opportunity to see some of the city’s best visual art in art galleries and museums. Most events are free and include events such as fashion shows and art exhibitions.
The Edinburgh International Book Festival
The largest book festival in the world began in 1983 and takes place every year in Charlotte Square Gardens in the center of Edinburgh. There are over 700 events for children and adults who love books. You can meet many authors, talk to them, ask them to sign a book or listen to them talking about their stories. Children can listen to stories and watch illustrators draw pictures of the stories.
The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival
Music lovers come to this festival to enjoy music shows around the city. One of the highlights of this musical festival is the street carnival (狂欢节) which is free to all. Artists perform street theater, dance and circus shows in amazing costumes and everyone can enjoy the music and join in the dancing.
21. How many festivals does Edinburgh have in the first half year?
A. There are a dozen of festivals.
B. There are six festivals held here.
C. There are only four festivals.
D. This article doesn’t mention it.
22. In which festival can visitors enjoy modern and designed clothes?
A. The Edinburgh International Festival.
B. The Edinburgh International Book Festival.
C. The Edinburgh Art Festival.
D. The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival.
23. What can tourists do when joining in The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival?
A. They can buy some tickets to enjoy opera.
B. They can listen to some authors telling stories.
C. They can appreciate some best visual art works.
D. They can take part in the street carnival.
