The Sydney Opera House is one of the most famous landmarks (地标) in Australia. This summer holiday, I got the chance to visit it and find out what makes this building so great.
As our guide told us, the Sydney Opera House was built with a kind of self-cleaning material that is very rare even today.
First, we visited the Drama Hall. We learned about the designer of the Sydney Opera House—Danish architect(建筑师) Jorn Utzon. He was the winner of an international design competition. However, he designed the building according to his own tastes, which caused several problems. The project was completed 10 years late. The cost of construction(建造)was way over budget(预算). Utzon didn’t get to see it after it was built.
Then, we visited Joan Sutherland Theatre. The theater was refurbished (翻新) in 2017 with new high-tech equipment. There was a rehearsal(排练) that day, so we could hear the beautiful sound of the orchestra(管弦乐队). Finally, we arrived at the largest theater-Concert Hall. It has hosted many kinds of performances, from classical to rock music. A few years ago, a sports event was even held there.
Before we finished the tour, the guide told us the rest of Utzon’s story. In 1966, Utzon had an argument with the government and refused to give in. He had to leave the country. It was a hard time in his life. But many years later, people understood him and saw the building as a masterpiece.
From this tour, I learned that the opera house is not only a famous building, but a carrier of history and culture.
21. What do we know about Sydney Opera House?
a. It was built with a self-cleaning material.
b. It is a famous landmark in Australia.
c. Its building time set a record.
d. Its designer was a Danish architect.
22. Which is the correct order of the author’s trip to the Sydney Opera House?
A.Concert Hall—Drama Hall—Joan Sutherland Theatre |
B.Drama Hall—Concert Hall—Joan Sutherland Theatre |
C.Joan Sutherland Theatre—Concert Hall—Drama Hall |
D.Drama Hall—Joan Sutherland Theatre—Concert Hall |
23. According to the story, Jorn Utzon ________.
A.designed the Sydney Opera House with other people’s help |
B.had an argument with the government over the building |
C.won an international design competition in 1966 |
D.visited the Sydney Opera House before he left the country |
24. What does the author think about the Sydney Opera House?
A.It was a waste of money and not worth visiting. | B.It is the best place to visit in Australia. |
C.It is a part of Australia’s history and culture. | D.It is famous because of its designer. |
25. The best title for the story would be ________.
A.Australia in my Eyes | B.A Legendary Architect—Jorn Utzon |
C.A Trip to Sydney Opera House | D.A Night at the Opera House |