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The sun is slow to appear when Russia’s spring starts in March. There is still snow and the weather is cold. It doesn’t get warm until 1 May. Although it is known as Labour Day around the world, 1 May is also called Spring Day in Russia. If you visit in March and April, you can expect lower hotel prices and the chance to enjoy events like Women’s Day. But May offers clearer skies and streets with fewer people, making it one of the best times to explore Russia.
Summer lasts from June to August and attracts the most tourists thanks to the warm weather. The beautiful gardens come to life and there are lots of cultural festivals held in the season. In Moscow, the temperature often rises into the 30s. Sometimes it can be chilly because of a sudden rain. During these months, you can follow the Russians who travel south to enjoy the beautiful Black Sea and Altai Mountains.
Autumn is a short but beautiful season. After a grey end to August, the sun often shines throughout September and even into October. This lovely weather is called “Indian summer”. The forests turn into beautiful colours, making the whole country look amazing. The warm weather is also good for outdoor activities.
Winter in Russia is not as cold as you might think. Outside of Siberia or the Arctic Circle, temperatures usually stay around -7°C in January, the coldest month. The beautiful snow is perfect for all kinds of winter sports. Russian New Year celebrations last for two weeks, filled with music, dancing and feasts (盛宴), making early January a lively time.
So, when is the best time to visit Russia? That’s for you to decide!
21. Russia’s Spring Day falls on the same date as
A. Women’s Day.
B. New Year’s Day.
C. Russia Day.
D. Labour Day.
22. What does the underlined word “chilly” in paragraph 3 mean?
A. Wet.
B. Exciting.
C. Cold.
D. Unpleasant.
23. What can we learn about “Indian summer”?
A. It only happens in India.
B. It usually happens in autumn.
C. The sky is always grey when it happens.
D. It means the hottest period of the year.
24. Which of the following is TRUE about Russia?
A. Siberia can be very cold in winter.
B. It has more visitors in autumn than in summer.
C. Summer lasts longer than spring in Russia.
D. It’s not a good idea to visit Russia in January.
25. What does the passage mainly talk about?
A. A travel guide for the Russians.
B. Four seasons in Russia and some tips for visitors.
C. The relationship between the weather and tourism in Russia.
D. Some unusual weather events in Russian history.
Want to travel to Russia? Let’s find out when to visit Russia for the best experience!
The sun is slow to appear when Russia’s spring starts in March. There is still snow and the weather is cold. It doesn’t get warm until 1 May. Although it is known as Labour Day around the world, 1 May is also called Spring Day in Russia. If you visit in March and April, you can expect lower hotel prices and the chance to enjoy events like Women’s Day. But May offers clearer skies and streets with fewer people, making it one of the best times to explore Russia.
Summer lasts from June to August and attracts the most tourists thanks to the warm weather. The beautiful gardens come to life and there are lots of cultural festivals held in the season. In Moscow, the temperature often rises into the 30s. Sometimes it can be chilly because of a sudden rain. During these months, you can follow the Russians who travel south to enjoy the beautiful Black Sea and Altai Mountains.
Autumn is a short but beautiful season. After a grey end to August, the sun often shines throughout September and even into October. This lovely weather is called “Indian summer”. The forests turn into beautiful colours, making the whole country look amazing. The warm weather is also good for outdoor activities.
Winter in Russia is not as cold as you might think. Outside of Siberia or the Arctic Circle, temperatures usually stay around -7°C in January, the coldest month. The beautiful snow is perfect for all kinds of winter sports. Russian New Year celebrations last for two weeks, filled with music, dancing and feasts (盛宴), making early January a lively time.
So, when is the best time to visit Russia? That’s for you to decide!
21. Russia’s Spring Day falls on the same date as
D
.A. Women’s Day.
B. New Year’s Day.
C. Russia Day.
D. Labour Day.
22. What does the underlined word “chilly” in paragraph 3 mean?
A. Wet.
B. Exciting.
C. Cold.
D. Unpleasant.
23. What can we learn about “Indian summer”?
A. It only happens in India.
B. It usually happens in autumn.
C. The sky is always grey when it happens.
D. It means the hottest period of the year.
24. Which of the following is TRUE about Russia?
A. Siberia can be very cold in winter.
B. It has more visitors in autumn than in summer.
C. Summer lasts longer than spring in Russia.
D. It’s not a good idea to visit Russia in January.
25. What does the passage mainly talk about?
A. A travel guide for the Russians.
B. Four seasons in Russia and some tips for visitors.
C. The relationship between the weather and tourism in Russia.
D. Some unusual weather events in Russian history.
答案
21.D 22.C 23.B 24.A 25.B
解析
【分析】
本题为英语阅读理解题，需结合原文细节逐一解答各题：1. 第21题定位Spring Day的相关描述，匹配对应节日；2. 第22题结合划线词所在句的上下文语境推测词义；3. 第23题定位“Indian summer”的位置，判断其出现时间；4. 第24题逐一核对选项与原文细节是否一致；5. 第25题归纳全文核心内容。
【解析】
21题：根据原文第二段“Although it is known as Labour Day around the world, 1 May is also called Spring Day in Russia.”可知，俄罗斯的春天日和劳动节是同一天，故选D。
22题：划线词所在句前文提到莫斯科气温常达30多度，后文说明是“因为突然下雨”，结合语境可推测“chilly”意为“寒冷的”，对应选项C。
23题：根据原文Autumn部分“Autumn is a short but beautiful season... This lovely weather is called “Indian summer”.”可知，“Indian summer”出现在秋天，故选B。
24题：根据原文Winter部分“Outside of Siberia or the Arctic Circle, temperatures usually stay around -7°C in January”，说明西伯利亚冬季更冷，A选项正确；B选项夏季游客最多，故错误；C选项原文未提及夏季比春季长，错误；D选项一月有新年庆祝，是热闹时段，错误，故选A。
25题：全文围绕俄罗斯的四个季节及适合旅游的时间展开，对应选项B。
【答案】21.D 22.C 23.B 24.A 25.B
【知识点】英语阅读理解（细节理解、词义猜测、主旨大意）
【点评】本题侧重考查学生提取文本细节、词义推断和主旨归纳的能力，文本贴近旅游主题，信息明确，学生通过仔细定位原文即可完成解答。
【难度系数】0.7
本题为英语阅读理解题，需结合原文细节逐一解答各题：1. 第21题定位Spring Day的相关描述，匹配对应节日；2. 第22题结合划线词所在句的上下文语境推测词义；3. 第23题定位“Indian summer”的位置，判断其出现时间；4. 第24题逐一核对选项与原文细节是否一致；5. 第25题归纳全文核心内容。
【解析】
21题：根据原文第二段“Although it is known as Labour Day around the world, 1 May is also called Spring Day in Russia.”可知，俄罗斯的春天日和劳动节是同一天，故选D。
22题：划线词所在句前文提到莫斯科气温常达30多度，后文说明是“因为突然下雨”，结合语境可推测“chilly”意为“寒冷的”，对应选项C。
23题：根据原文Autumn部分“Autumn is a short but beautiful season... This lovely weather is called “Indian summer”.”可知，“Indian summer”出现在秋天，故选B。
24题：根据原文Winter部分“Outside of Siberia or the Arctic Circle, temperatures usually stay around -7°C in January”，说明西伯利亚冬季更冷，A选项正确；B选项夏季游客最多，故错误；C选项原文未提及夏季比春季长，错误；D选项一月有新年庆祝，是热闹时段，错误，故选A。
25题：全文围绕俄罗斯的四个季节及适合旅游的时间展开，对应选项B。
【答案】21.D 22.C 23.B 24.A 25.B
【知识点】英语阅读理解（细节理解、词义猜测、主旨大意）
【点评】本题侧重考查学生提取文本细节、词义推断和主旨归纳的能力，文本贴近旅游主题，信息明确，学生通过仔细定位原文即可完成解答。
【难度系数】0.7
