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EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK
Canoe the Wilderness (Nine Mile Pond)
FEE: Free with paid entrance fees. Canoes are provided at no charge!
Dates: July 15, 2020 to October 31,2020
Time: 8:00 AM
Duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes
Space is limited and reservations are required (no more than 7 days in advance). All participants must be able to swim. The minimum age is 10 years old. For more information, call (239) 695-2945.
Backcountry Boat Tour (Flamingo)
FEE: Adults: $40; Children 5—12: $20; Young Children (ages 4 and under): Free. Park entrance fees are required as well.
Dates: July 15, 2020 to October 31,2020
Time: 1:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Reservations recommended. Purchase tickets at the Flamingo Marina Store, the pink building with green roof. Explore the beautiful Florida backcountry on this 90-minute tour as your guide shows you unique plants and animals found here and outlines the rich history of Flamingo and Everglades National Park.
Anhinga Amble (Royal Palm)
FEE: Free with paid entrance fees.
Dates: February 1, 2020 to December 31,2020
Time: 10:30 AM
Duration: 1 hour
No reservations required. Interested in seeing wildlife? Take a walk and explore the famous Anhinga Trail where many wild animals are easily spotted! Meet at Royal Palm benches.
Bayside Chat (Gulf Coast)
FEE: Free with paid entrance fees.
Dates: April 11, 2020 to December 16,2020
Time: 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM
Duration: 30 minutes
Join us for a short talk on Everglades ecology, history, and other issues. Meet at the picnic shelter. Wheelchair accessible.
1. What might you do in the activity lasting the longest?
A. Learn the history of the national park. B. Talk about Everglades ecology.
C. Go for a row. D. Explore unique wildlife on the Anhinga Trail,
2. Which activity makes an extra charge in addition to entrance fees?
A. Canoe the Wilderness. B. Backcountry Boat Tour.
C. Anhinga Amble. D. Bayside Chat.
3. Where will the disabled-friendly activity be held?
A. At the Gulf Coast. B. At the Royal Palm.
C. At the Nine Mile Pond. D. At the Flamingo Marina Store.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了埃弗格莱兹国家公园内的四个活动情况，包括活动的收费、时间、持续时长等信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Canoe the Wilderness (Nine Mile Pond)部分中“Duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes(持续时间3小时30分钟)”；Backcountry Boat Tour (Flamingo)部分中“Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes (持续时间：1小时30分钟)”；Anhinga Amble (Royal Palm) 部分中“Duration: 1 hour (持续时间：一小时)”以及Bayside Chat (Gulf Coast) 部分中“Duration: 30 minutes (持续时间：30分钟)”，可知Canoe the Wilderness (Nine Mile Pond)是持续时间最长活动，根据Canoe the Wilderness (Nine Mile Pond)部分中“Canoes are provided at no charge!(免费提供独木舟！)”可知，在持续时间最长的活动中，你可以去划船。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Backcountry Boat Tour (Flamingo)部分中“FEE: Adults: $40; Children 5—12: $20; Young Children (ages 4 and under): Free. Park entrance fees are required as well.(费用：成人40美元；5岁到12岁儿童20美元；4岁及以下幼儿：免费；公园门票也需收费)”可知，Backcountry Boat Tour除了入场费外还要额外收费。故选B。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据Bayside Chat (Gulf Coast)部分中“Wheelchair accessible.(提供轮椅)”可知，残疾人士友好活动在Gulf Coast举行。故选A。
