As the Nation’s Capital City, Washington, DC has hundreds of wonderful museums to visit. Here are some of the most famous ones.
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural HistoryThere is something for everyone at this world-known museum. Natural history is good for all ages and there are so many artifacts (史前古器物) that you can’t possibly see them all in one visit. The dinosaur exhibits are fascinating and great for kids.
Address: 10th Street and Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC;
Phone: (202) 633-1000
Smithsonian National Air and Space MuseumThis museum gives visitors a close-up view of air and space travel with 22 exhibition galleries, displaying hundreds of artifacts including the Wright 1903 Flyer, the “Spirit of St. Louis”, and part of the Apollo 11.
Address: Independence Ave. at 7th St. SW Washington, DC;
Phone: (202) 357-2700.
U.S. Holocaust Memorial MuseumThe museum is a memorial to the millions of Jews who died during the Nazi regime (政权) in Germany during World War II. The exhibits tell us the terrible history. There is a separate exhibit for kids, which tells the story of the cruelty of the Nazi through the eyes and voice of a young boy.
Address: 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW, Washington, DC;
Phone: (800) 400-9373.
Mount Vernon Estate and GardensFew people went to the home of George Washington because it is located outside of the city. In fact, it is a must-see attraction. The museum and education center features 25 state-of-the-art galleries and theaters that tell the story of Washington’s life.
Address: George Washington Parkway, Mount Vernon, VA;
Phone: (703) 780-2000.
Prices: Adults — $18.00; Children aged 6 through 11 — 50% discount off the price.
36. If you are interested in airplanes, you can probably go to ________.
A.10th Street and Constitution Ave | B.Independence Ave |
C.100 Raoul Wallenberg Place | D.George Washington Parkway |
37. Which number will you call at if you want to learn more about the exhibit only for children?
A.(202) 633-1000. | B.(202) 357-2700. |
C.(800) 400-9373. | D.(703) 780-2000. |
38. How much will they pay if a couple and a 7-year-old child visit Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens?
A.27 dollars. | B.37 dollars. |
C.45 dollars. | D.54 dollars. |
39. Which museum is outside of the city Washington, DC?
A.Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History |
B.Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum |
C.U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum |
D.Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens |
40. What’s the main purpose of the author’s writing this passage?
A.To attract more visitors to visit these museums. |
B.To tell visitors how to visit these museums. |
C.To provide visitors some routes to the museums. |
D.To make Washington, DC better known. |