单选题
Far to the west, said the legend, was a magic land of sunshine, (1) fruit grew in all seasons. Curious mountain dwellers who journeyed to the small Spanish village found the legend (2) . But they reported that the settlement did not look (3) it ever would grow as large as its name--EI Pueblo de Nuestra Senora la Reina de Los Angeles de Porciucula. Today those (4) would not recognize the once sleepy Spanish settlement. The name has been shortened to Los Angeles. But the (5) itself has grown to enormous size. More than seven million people live in and around the city, (6) by the climate that beckoned those first visitors. Among industrial cities, Los Angeles is second in the nation, (7) Chicago. It is the aerospace production (8) of the world. And of course, no other city produces as many motion pictures and television films. The Port of Los Angeles is the nation's (9) fishing port. Since fish must be processed as soon as possible to avoid spoilage, another major industry has evolved there. The Port has become one of the world's largest fish (10) centers. From the beginning, this seemed to be a land where (11) was possible. In the 1890s (12) was discovered in this magic city. (13) people drilled wells in their basements and on their front lawns. Many became (14) . Interestingly, some of these wells are still producing. In 1886 the railroads offered (15) from Kansas City to Los Angeles for only $1. Newcomers poured into the city, drawn by the warm climate. Later came (16) They were curious to see real motion pictures and television shows being filmed. They visited Disneyland and the stretch of shops on Wilshire Boulevard known as the Miracle Mile. Today visitors are amazed at the variety of (17) available. Skiing in the mountains and surfing at the seashore are both within an hour's drive. And for (18) who enjoy spectator sports, Los Angeles has many professional and college teams. For those who want to relax, play outdoors, or observe nature, there are plenty of (19) . The city has over 300 parks. Also, lovers of culture can (20) the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
单选题
A. where B. which C. that D. there
【正确答案】
A
【答案解析】地点状语从句，选择A项where。
单选题
A. false B. clear C. true D. accurate
【正确答案】
C
【答案解析】该句表达的意思是“这个传说是真的”，故用true，选C。
单选题
A. even if B. as if C. though D. that
【正确答案】
B
【答案解析】该句意为“定居点似乎没有像它的名字一样大规模地发展”，故选B。
单选题
A. people B. peasants C. farmers D. mountaineers