1 . Peru is a country on the Pacific coast of South America. It has three main geographical areas: a narrow coastal belt; the Andes Mountains running parallel to the coast; and high, flat plains in the southeast. In the high plains area is Lake Titicaca, the highest lake in the world, on which boats can travel. Peru has abundant plants from desert grasses to vast areas of jungle.

Once the centre of the powerful and extremely wealthy Inca Empire, much of South America was governed by Spain from the sixteenth century. Peru gained its independence from Spain in 1821. The capital of Peru is Lima, which is in the north on the coast. The ancient Inca capital, Cuzco, is found high in the Andes. It is a popular tourist destination as it is close to the famous Inca ruins of the city of Machu Picchu. Cuzco is a lively city where both Indian and Spanish culture and art can be seen.

1. How many geographical parts is Peru made up of?

A．One.

B．Two.

C．Three.

D．Four.

2. What is special about Lake Titicaca?

A．It is the highest lake in the world.	B．It is the lowest lake in the world.
C．It is the biggest lake in the world.	D．It is the narrowest lake in the world.

3. When did Peru finally gain its independence from Spain?

A．In 1800.

B．In 1821.

C．In 1835.

D．In 1879.