Reading comprehension.
Central Park
Outside among the trees, watch the wildlife-both the human and animal varieties. Call (212) 360-3465 or
(212) 360-2726 for daily events and tours. Central Park stretches from 59th to 110th Sts., and from 5th Ave.
to Central Park West
Empire State Building
This is among the most striking buildings in the city, the nation, even the world. The observation deck (嘹
望台) on the 86th floor is open to the general public, offering a wonderful view of the city. On the second
floor you'll find the New York Skyride, a simulate helicopter ride over Manhattan. 5th Ave. at 34th St.,
Midtuwn/(212) 736-3100
Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum
Five blocks west of Time Square, this museum has hundreds of air, deep-sea and space exhibits. Walk the
flight deck of the 900-foot-long aircraft carrier Intrepid, see dozens of old and modern aircraft and ride the
Intrepid Navy Flight Simulator. Pier86, W. 46th St. and 12th Ave. /(212)245-0072
Madison Square Garden
If it's big, it probably happens at the Garden Check out sporting events, concerts and much more. Tours
are available. 7th Ave., btwn. 31st and 33rd Sts., Midtown/(212)465-6741
1. The New York Skyride is for _____. [ ]
A. sightseeing
B. flight training
C. model plane sports
D. city transportation
2. If a visitor is interested in music, he will probably go to _____.[ ]
A. Central Park B Empire State Building
C. Intrepid Sea-AirSpace museum
D. Madison Square Garden
3. What is the purpose of this text? [ ]
A. To provide information of living in New York.
B. To provide directions of city traffic in New York.
C. To give visitors a guide to New York.
D. To give a brief introduction of the history of New York.
