B(2025·苏州姑苏区期末改编)
Guanqian Street is one of the most famous shopping areas in Suzhou. Lying in the centre of Suzhou's old town, the street is a place where history and modern life dance together.
In the Song Dynasty(960—1279), the street was called "Tianqingguan Street" because of the temple's(庙) old name. Later, during the Yuan Dynasty(1271—1368), people started calling it "Guanqian Street". In the 1930s, the street became wider. After 1949, it was rebuilt with asphalt(柏油). In 1982, it became one of China's earliest walking streets.
The biggest changes happened between 1999 and 2003. New shopping malls were built, but the street still kept its historical style. For example, buildings were low and painted in black, white, and grey to match Suzhou's ancient buildings. Now Guanqian Street has six parts, such as modern shopping areas and traditional snack areas.
Today, Guanqian Street never sleeps! You can taste delicious spring rolls, try on traditional silk clothes, or watch artists paint fans. During festivals, the street shines with lanterns and lively music. At night, colourful lights make the street even more beautiful. Now, the street has also become a popular place for visitors with new things like 3D screens and themed(主题) cafes.
Guanqian Street is like an ever-changing storybook. It shows how Suzhou loves its past but also welcomes the future. As local people say:"A trip to Suzhou is never perfect without visiting Guanqian Street!"
6. Which of the following is TRUE about Guanqian Street?
A. In 1982, it was one of China's biggest walking streets.
B. People could walk on this wider street in the 1930s.
C. It was called "Guanqian Street" because of the temple's old name.
D. People started calling it "Tianqingguan Street" in the Yuan Dynasty.
7. show that the street kept its historical style.
A. Black, white, and grey buildings
B. Colourful lights at night
C. Modern shopping malls
D. 3D screens and themed cafes
8. 中考新考法 句意理解 What does the underlined sentence in the last paragraph probably mean?
A. Guanqian Street is a must-see place in Suzhou.
B. Travellers should visit Guanqian Street many times.
C. Guanqian Street is the most popular street in Suzhou.
D. Travellers should visit as many places as they can in Suzhou.
9. From the passage, we can infer that .
A. only local people like to visit Guanqian Street
B. the historical style of Guanqian Street will disappear in the future
C. the combination of history and modernity makes Guanqian Street attractive
D. the traditional snacks on Guanqian Street are not popular with young people
10. 中考新考法 标题归纳 What's the best title of this passage?
A. Shopping Fun on Guanqian Street
B. Modern Changes on Guanqian Street
C. Guanqian Street: Where Old and New Meet
D. Guanqian Street: A New Walking Street