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Enjoy the sunshine at the four best beaches in Los Angeles, including family-friendly shores and perfect places for surfers (冲浪者).
El Matador State Beach
Malibu
Small and beautiful, El Matador looks unlike any European beach. Comfortable shoes are necessary but remember not to bring too much gear (装备). This western Malibu beach is only accessible via a steep rocky path. There are no lifeguards or other facilities (设施), so you are able to find some privacy on the beach. Arriving early or staying late can reward you with a memorable dawn or sunset.
Good for: nature lovers
Facilities: simple restrooms
Parking: parking lot $10, street parking free (watch out for “no parking” signs)
Zuma Beach
Malibu
It is a popular and touristy spot on weekends and holidays for locals and beach-goers. The wide, sandy beach is good for spreading out on beach towels and water sports, from swimming to volleyball. And it is one of the few beaches in Malibu where bonfires (篝火) are allowed.
Good for: sports lovers, groups
Facilities: restrooms, showers, volleyball courts and swings
Parking: parking lot $3 — $10, street parking free
Leo Carrillo State Park
Malibu
Leo Carrillo State Beach has the best of the both: a well-equipped stretch of sand plus scenic beauty. Groups and families can make use of the on-site camping grounds, picnic area, RV parking lot and coin-operated showers.
Good for: families, groups
Facilities: showers, camp site, RV parking lot and restrooms
Parking: parking lot $3 — $10
El Porto Beach
Manhattan
Newcomers love the sandy beach break, while winter wave hunters can brave overhead waves. Enter the parking lot from 45th Street, and note the five-hour limit. Those that prefer to stay on land can make use of the bike path.
Good for: surfers
Facilities: restrooms, showers and a bike path
Parking: $1.50 per hour metered parking
1. What can we learn about El Matador State Beach?
A. It is large and flat.
B. It is a bit hard to reach.
C. It is well equipped for surfing.
D. It is provided with trained lifeguards.
2. If a large family wants to take a picnic at the beach, they’ll probably go to ___________.
A. El Matador State Beach B. Zuma Beach
C. Leo Carrillo State Park D. El Porto Beach
3. What do the four beaches have in common?
A. They lie in Malibu. B. They allow making bonfires.
C. They provide parking areas. D. They are suitable for water sports.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. C
【解析】
本文是一篇应用文，介绍了洛杉矶四个最受人们欢迎的沙滩。
【1题详解】
推理判断题。根据El Matador State Beach部分的“This western Malibu beach is only accessible via a steep rocky path.”可知，这个西部马里布海滩只有通过陡峭的岩石小径才能到达，由此可知，该沙滩不太容易到达，故B项正确。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Leo Carrillo State Park部分的“Groups and families can make use of the on-site camping grounds, picnic area, RV parking lot and coin-operated showers.”可知，团体和家庭可以使用现场露营场地、野餐区、房车停车场和投币淋浴，由此可知，如果一家人想去沙滩野餐，最可能选择Leo Carrillo State Park，故C项正确。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据El Matador State Beach部分的“Parking: parking lot $10, street parking free”，Zuma Beach部分中的“Parking: parking lot $3 — $10, street parking free”，Leo Carrillo State Park部分中的“Parking: parking lot $3 — $10”，以及El Porto Beach部分中的“Parking: $1.50 per hour metered parking”可知，这四个沙滩都提供停车场，故C项正确。
