学生啦：课时作业（十一）Unit4 SectionⅡGrammar andusage Integrated skillsBroken Hill was recently awarded one of Australia's rare National Heritage (listings,but is that reason enough to make the journey?Broken Hill,in western New South Wales,is hardly up there as a place of interest ofinternational reputation ()It's miles from anywhere,boiling hot and lacks the more attractiveelements that often make a place popular-for example,beautiful beaches,great accommodation()But Broken Hill's reputation is growing with its recent National Heritage Listing award.We asked the Broken Hill mayor to tell us what makes Broken Hill so great.These are somereasons he gave us to visit:Perfect lightBroken Hill offers breathtaking scenery to discover and explore.The lively colours andperfect light have attracted film-makers and artists here for decades.From the wonders of the daycomes an amazing light show at night.The localsWe are always happy to greet people from "away".In fact we love it when people come totown to visit.We are a friendly people who make you feel welcome.And we are pretty proud ofour city.The Palace HotelThe Hotel is the home of Priscilla Queen of the Desert and just a great Broken Hill iconic(标志性的)pub.You can star in your own movie in the centre of town.It is a world--famouslandmark and a good water hole for those nice warm days.The living desert and sculpturesLocated 9 km from the city,Broken Hill features 12 sandstone sculptures by artists fromaround the world as well as local artist Badger Bates.It displays the breathtaking beauty of thereal outback(内地).1.What is the real purpose of writing this passage?A.To encourage readers to pay a visit to Broken Hill.B.To explain the causes of awarding Broken Hill.C.To list the reasons for Broken Hill's greatness.D.To express the author's pride in Broken Hill's award.2.Which of the following factor is making Broken Hill better known to the world?A.Its friendly local people.B.Its Palace Hotel.C.Its National Heritage Listing Award.D.Its sandstone sculptures.3.Which of the following topics of Broken Hill are mentioned in the passage?A.Traditional food and friendly locals.B.Pleasant climate and perfect light.