Question

Thanks to the world?famous writer Garcia Marquez, many people think of Latin America as a land of magic.

Where does the magic in his books come from? It may come from the mix of different cultures and ethnicities (種族) in Latin America. Although some of their differences have caused troubles, they have also been a source(源頭) of beauty, as well as encouraged people in Latin America to be more open?minded.

Latin America includes more than 30 countries and areas located on the south of the United States. It starts from Mexico in North America, going down into the south of South America.

Latin America’s environments are quite different. People can enjoy sunshine on the islands, ride horses in the green grasslands(牧場), and climb mountains covered with snow. It even has the world’s biggest rainforest(雨林)—the Amazon. Many of the world’s most unusual plants and animals live there.

There is also a mix of people in Latin America, including the local people, Africans and Europeans. However, most of them speak the same languages—Spanish or Portuguese(葡萄牙語).

Latin America is quite well?known for its music and dance. Latin Americans have created many dance styles. Latin dance styles are cheerful and can bring strangers together. These dance styles require dancers to hold each other closely and move in a passionate(熱情的) way. People often dance in bars(酒吧) or at parties.

Latin America is open and lively. Its impressively natural environment, history and cultural traditions have made it special.

1.What gives the magic to Latin America?

A.The famous writer Garcia Marquez’s books. B.The plants and animals.

C.The mix of cultures and ethnicities. D.Different traditions in different nations.

2.Where is Latin America?

A.On the south of the United States. B.Next to Mexico.

C.In the west part of Europe. D.On the north of Spain.

3.Because of the differences in Latin America’s environments, ________.

A.people waste much water resource B.many unusual animals and plants have places to live in

C.it’s easy for Latin Americans to get lost D.Latin Americans speak different languages

4.Where can we find people who dance in different styles in Latin America?

A.In sports meetings. B.In dance classes.

C.On the streets. D.In bars or at parties.

5.What is the best title for the passage?

A.My Trip to Latin America B.Environments of Latin America

C.Latin America—Full of Magic D.People in Latin America

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