Of all the natunal wonders of the world, few are as spectacular as Niagara Falls. Located on the Niagara River along the border between the United States and Canada, Nigara Falls actually consists of two falls, the American Falls and the Horseshoe Falls. The former is on the US side of the border, in the state of New Yord, while the latter is on the canadian side. About 85% of the water in Nigara River flows over the Horseshoe Falls, which is the more impressive of the two falls.
About 10 million people visit the falls each year, most during the summer tourist season. Sightseers can ride steamers up close to the boiling water of the falls, or view them from parks on both sides of the river. Niagara Falls has long been a popular honeymoon destination for newlyweds.
1. Which of the following is entirely on the US side of the border with Canada?
a.Niagara River
b.American Falls
c.Niagara Falls
d.Horseshoe Falls
2.It can be inferred from the passage that Horseshoe Falls_____?
a.is the larger of the two falls
b.is the less impressive fall
c.has 15% of the Niagara River flowing over its edge
d.is in the state of New yord
3.According to the passage, people prefer to visit Niagara Falls in the _____.
a.spring
b.summer
c.fall
d.winter
4.Which of the following is not true?
a.According to the passage, Nigara Falls is the most spectacular wonder of the world
b.Niagara Falls is located on the Niagara River.
c.The Amarican Falls and the Horseshoe Falls compose the Niagara Falls.
d.Amarican Falls is the less impressive of the two falls