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Cottesloe Beach of Perth
With more than a kilometre (0.6 miles) of pure white sand, Cottesloe Beach is one of Perth's most popular spots for swimming and surfing.Generations of West Australians have spent summer days diving into the ocean. People also like to watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean while enjoying a glass of wine, a cold beer or a relaxed dinner.In March the annual Sculpture(雕塑) by the Sea outdoor exhibition turns the beach into an outdoor art gallery.
What to see
The main Cottesloe Beach is the greatest place on the whole beach for walking.Peters Pool at North Cottesloe Beach is a great snorkelling(潜水) spot and it’s right in front of the surf club.South Cottesloe is where the surfers will head and is great for watching wind.When the ocean's calm, it's also one of Perth's better snorkelling spots.You may even be lucky enough to spot an endangered sea dragon.
How to get there
Cottesloe Beach is halfway between Perth and Fremantle, about 14 kilometres (8.7 miles), or less than a 30-minute drive from Perth city centre.Public buses leave frequently from Perth's Elizabeth Quay Bus Station.Trains run from Perth Station to Cottesloe Station every 15 minutes and get you there in less than 20 minutes.
Where to stay
Cottesloe offers plenty of accommodation(住宿) choices, including charming seaside hotels and serviced apartments.You can rest your head at the Cottesloe Beach Hotel, Cottesloe Beach House Stays or Cottesloe Beach Chalets.
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1. People are likely to do the following things on Cottesloe Beach except _______.
A. swimming B. watching the sun set
C. surfing D. having a picnic
2. What can we infer about the Cottesloe Beach?
A. There are fewer people during summer days
B. Staying in seaside hotels is the only choice for visitors.
C. It has convenient public transport for people to get there.
D. The annual Sculpture by the Sea outdoor exhibition is usually in May.
3. Where is the text most probably taken from?
A. Travel magazines. B. Newspapers.
C. Internet. D. Travel Agency notes.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. C
【解析】
本文是一篇说明文，介绍了Cottesloe海滩的情况，以及怎样去那里和在那里的住宿游玩事宜。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“With more than a kilometre (0.6 miles) of pure white sand, Cottesloe Beach is one of Perth's most popular spots for swimming and surfing.”及“People also like to watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean while enjoying a glass of wine, a cold beer or a relaxed dinner.”可知唯独没有提到野餐。故选D项。
【2题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“about 14 kilometres (8.7 miles), or less than a 30-minute drive from Perth city centre.Public buses leave frequently from Perth's Elizabeth Quay Bus Station.Trains run from Perth Station to Cottesloe Station every 15 minutes and get you there in less than 20 minutes.” 距离珀斯市中心约14公里(8.7英里)，不到30分钟车程。公共汽车经常从珀斯的伊丽莎白码头汽车站出发。火车每15分钟从珀斯站开到科茨罗站，不到20分钟就到了。可知它有方便人们到达那里的公共交通工具（公共巴士）。故选C项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“For more information and service, please click here.” 有关更多信息和服务，请单击此处。可知文章是来自一个网站。故选C项。
