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2018年甘肃省兰州市高三第一次诊断考试英语试题 第 第 PAGE \* MERGEFORMAT 1 页 共 NUMPAGES \* MERGEFORMAT 7 页 2018年甘肃省兰州市高三第一次诊断考试英语试题 第一部分? 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Travel experts across the globe publish much-anticipated lists that aim to excite readers about upcoming travel trends. Here is a 2018 list that urges travelers to explore new cities, try new food, experience new cultures and gain new views.Chile This long, skinny slice of South America successfully packs a powerful punch, with strange charms in Valparaiso, excellent wine in the Maipo Valley and diverse landscapes across the Arcadian Desert, Chilean Patagonia and Easter Island. Flying is the most convenient way to get around, but flights are not cheap. Buses are more wallet-friendly, and Chile’s bus system is efficient, but bus journeys can easily take 17 to 36 hours.Montenegro The country’s coastline is its best feature, and its winding coastal roads and mountain-meets-ocean scenery create the perfect background for a road trip. Sleepy seaside towns along the Bay of Kotor are home to mom-and-pop restaurants and elegant hotels, while the walled city of Koror offers views of the classic red rooftops of the Adriatic.Madagascar Madagascar，the world’s fourth-largest island one of the most biodiverse (生物多样的) places on the planet, has been rapidly affected by climate change. Visiting the country can serve as an educational opportunity for travelers who want to understand the bad effects of global warming and irresponsible human actions, Some can’t-miss experiences in Madagascar include swimming and snorkeling around Nosy Be, spotting lemurs (狐猴) in Ranomafana National Park, admiring the rocky landscapes of Isalo National Park and a sunset walk along the Avenue of the Baobabs.Abu Dhabi, the UAE After 10 years of planning and nearly $2 billion in costs, the Louvre Abu Dhabi celebrated its grand opening on Nov. 11, 2017. Now, lovers