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中考英语分类阅读及讲解汇编（七）名胜古迹 4Washington D.C. is the capital of the United States. Its the center of national government. Its a busy, working city with a large population. But what is more, Washington is also a city of history and culture.Washington was created in 1790, when Congress (the highest law-making body of the U.S.A) decided to place the nations new capital in the east of the country. It was built half-way between the northern and southern states of American. And of course it was named after George Washington, the first President of the United States.There are many tourist sights in Washington. Perhaps the most important tourist sight is the Capital Building. This houses the Congress.Another world-famous building in Washington is the White House. This is the home and office of the President of the United States. Most visitors are, however, surprised by how small the White House actually is.Washington is also a great culture city. The Library of Congress contains one of the largest library collections in the world. The Smithsonian Museum holds the nations largest collection of cultural materials. And the John F.kennedy Center is a famous center of art and culture. It was many great musical and theatre performances throughout the year.1.The writer mainly talks about _.A.WashingtonB.the history of WashingtonC.buildings and sights in WashingtonD.the history and culture of Washington2.From the passage we know that Washington is situated in _.A.the east of the U.S.AB.the center of the U.S.AC.the east, on the middle point from north to south, of the countryD.the east and half-way away from the north3.The White House impresses(给印象) the people most for _.A.its white colourB.its sizeC.it as the home and office of the presidentD.its history4.The passage mentions _ buildings.A.6B.5C.4D.35.The writer introduces Washington in the order of _.A.population, history and cultureB.history and cu