Part 5: Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the questions .
Sydney is Australia’s most exciting city. The history of Australia begins here. In 1788 Captain Arthur Philips arrived in Sydney with 11 ships and 1624 passengers from Britain (including 770 prisoners). Today there are about 3.6 million people in Sydney. It is the biggest city in Australia, the busiest port in the South Pacific and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. In Sydney, the buildings are higher, the colors are brighter and the nightlife is more exciting. There are over 20 excellent beaches close to Sydney and its warm climate and cool winter have made it a favorite city for immigrants from overseas. There are two things that make Sydney famous: its beautiful harbor, the Sydney Harbor Bridge, which was built in 1932 and the Sydney Opera House, which was opened in 1973.
28. Where did Captain Arthur Philips arrive in 1788?
A. Sydney B. Sydney Harbor C. South Pacific D. Britain
29. Which is the best title of the passage?
A. Sydney’s Opera House
B. Sydney’s beaches and harbors
C. The history of Sydney
D. An introduction of Sydney
30. Which of the following statements is NOT true about Sydney?
A. Sydney is the busiest port in the South Pacific.
B. Sydney is the most exciting city in Australia.
C. Sydney is not a favorite city for overseas immigrants.
D. Sydney is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
31. How many beaches are there close to Sydney?
A. 770 B. 20 C. 11 D. more than 20
32. When was the Sydney Harbor Bridge built?
A. 1624 B. 1932 C. 1973 D. 1788
