C
A sea of green gardens surrounds Windsor Castle in the English countryside. It looks out onto
the River Thames and sits next to a hunting ground. It was built just outside London to protect the
capital from enemies on the west side.
Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied (在使用的) castle in the world. It was built
just after 1066. The castle has a long, rich and troubled history. If the castle walls could talk, they'd
have many stories to tell.
Kings were born and died here. It's been used as a home for kings and queens for centuries.
However, it was also used as a prison during the English Civil War (1642-1651). King Charles I
was even a prisoner here. During World War Ⅱ, the royal family secretly slept at Windsor Castle
because it was safer than London's
urban areas. All of the windows were blacked out.
Windsor Castle was the private home of Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ. When she was not meeting guests
at Buckingham Palace, she stayed at Windsor Castle. But that's not all. Windsor Castle is open to
the public. It is now one of England's most popular attractions. Visitors can look at some of the
world's finest works of art, including the paintings of Rembrandt (伦勃朗), as well as enjoy its well-
kept gardens. What is a better way to learn about England than to enjoy some of the country's finest
scenery?
(
) 56. Which of the following is true of Windsor Castle?
A. It was built to protect London.
B. It is the oldest castle in the world.
C. It was built in 1076.
D. Its walls can talk.
(
) 57. What wasn't Windsor Castle used as in the past?
A. A prison.
B. A private home for King Charles I.
C. A home for kings and queens.
D. A shelter for the royal family.
(
) 58. Which has the opposite meaning of "urban areas" in Paragraph 3?
A. Countryside.
B. City.
C. Town.
D. Central areas.
(
) 59. What can visitors do in Windsor Castle today?
A. They can watch documentaries about Windsor Castle.
B. They can look at some of the world's finest sculptures.
C. They can enjoy its well-kept gardens.
D. They can enjoy the paintings of Van Gogh.
(
) 60. What is the passage mainly about?
A. Windsor Castle's influence on England.
B. A brief introduction to Windsor Castle.
C. The reasons why Windsor Castle is famous.
D. The royal families who lived in Windsor Castle.
