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Music, nature and picnics in the sun: here are the best operas to catch this summer.
Opera Holland Park, London
For a mixture of urban and country operas, this open-air theatre is built each summer right in the heart of one of the most quiet parks of London. Book early as tickets sell out fast, and remember to bring a blanket to keep yourself warm on chillier summer evenings!
July 19 to August 3, operahollandpark.com
Glyndebourne Festival Opera, East Sussex
Glyndebourne is one of the oldest opera festivals in the world. It attracts some of the world’s greatest artists. Besides, the festival’s the perfect occasion to put on your black tie or evening dress, enjoy a long picnic during the 90-minute interval (間隔). Summer festivals don’t get better than this.
July 15 to August 5, glyndebourne.com
Grange Park Opera, Surrey
Though it’s relatively new, the festival attracts some of the world’s top talents and this year’s edition is no different, featuring performances by one of the world’s most charming mezzo-sopranos, Joyce DiDonato, and the charismatic baritone Simon Keenlyside.
July 6 to August 5, grangeparkopera.co.uk
The Grange Festival, Hampshire
Surrounded by lots of green plants and overseeing a beautiful lake, the Grange Festival in Hampshire is certain to be one of the most impressive feasts for your eyes. Arrive a bit early to take in the countryside views. During the lengthy interval, you’ll enjoy a romantic dinner—an essential part of the festival.
July 1 to August 29, thegrangefestival.co.uk
1. What should you do if you go to Opera Holland Park?
A. Put on your best dress B. Book tickets early.
C. Enjoy a romantic dinner. D. Perform on the stage.
2. How long does Glyndebourne Festival Opera last?
A. For about half a month. B. For about three weeks.
C. For about a month. D. For about two months.
3. Which of the following may have the most beautiful natural environment?
A. Opera Holland Park. B. Glyndebourne Festival Opera.
C. Grange Park Opera. D. The Grange Festival.
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. D
【解析】
【分析】這是一篇應(yīng)用文。文章介紹了英國(guó)的四個(gè)歌劇節(jié)的情況。
【1題詳解】
細(xì)節(jié)理解題。由Opera Holland Park, London下的第一段中的“Book early as tickets sell out fast, and remember to bring a blanket to keep yourself warm on chillier summer evenings! (票很快售光了，要早點(diǎn)訂票，記住在寒冷的夏夜帶上毯子保暖！)”可知，如果去Opera Holland Park，你要早點(diǎn)訂票。故選B項(xiàng)。
【2題詳解】
細(xì)節(jié)理解題。由Glyndebourne Festival Opera, East Sussex下的第二段中的“July 15 to August 5, glyndebourne.com (7月15日至8月5日，glyndebourne.com)”可知，Glyndebourne Festival Opera持續(xù)大約三個(gè)星期。故選B項(xiàng)。
【3題詳解】
細(xì)節(jié)理解題。由The Grange Festival, Hampshire下的第一段中的“Surrounded by lots of green plants and overseeing a beautiful lake, the Grange Festival in Hampshire is certain to be one of the most impressive feasts for your eyes. (漢普郡的Grange節(jié)被許多綠色植物環(huán)繞，俯瞰著一個(gè)美麗的湖泊，一定是你所見過的最令人印象深刻的視覺盛宴之一。)”可知，The Grange Festival擁有最美麗的自然環(huán)境。故選D項(xiàng)。
