限时练习五第二.doc

限时练习五阅读 第三部分：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分） A Niagara Falls The Niagara Falls consist of three sections. The large Canadian falls—with their distinctive curved shape—are also known as the Horseshoe Falls. They are separated by Goat Island from the American Falls, which are separated from the narrow Bridal Veil Falls by a small island at their south end. Each side of the falls offers a different perspective, and it is always best to visit both sides to maximize your experience. Views of Niagara Falls are free and accessible. Access to the riverside walks and parks offer great views. You can walk across to Goat Island on the bridge on foot. Cave of the Winds,???+1 716 278-1730.?Daily 9 AM-7:30 PM from Spring 2016.?A lift takes you 175 feet down to a walkway that leads you right to the bottom of the Bridal Veil Falls. You will definitely get a feel for the true power of the falls! This is the closest you can get to the falls on either side without actually leaping into them! Raincoats and slippers are provided, and you will definitely need them.?Adults: $12; 6-12?year: $8; younger children: Free, but must be 42 inches or taller.? Maid of the Mist.?A boat ride, taking you down around the bottom of the falls. Some information is given about the falls, but the real experience is looking up at the falls from below and feeling the mist coming off the falls (hence the name). Wear a raincoat to avoid getting wet. Boats leave from both the American and Canadian sides, so you may want to check the exchange rates to see which will be more cost-effective when you visit! April-October.? The Niagara Gorge Discovery Center.?Although it’s easy to enjoy the falls visually, the Discovery Center provides another way to appreciate the magnificence of the falls. Exhibits show the history of the entire area, including the falls, how they were originally formed, and how theyve changed over time.? Aquarium of Niagara,?701 Whirlpool St,?toll-free:?+1 800-500-