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World's best scuba diving destinations
If you are planning to go on a scuba diving vacation in the near future, here is a list of some of the best destinations in the world that you can consider.
The Red Sea, Egypt
One dive underneath the surface of the Egyptian Red Sea, and all you can see is a huge variety of marine life all around you. This is one of the richest marine ecosystems in the world. You can experience a fantastic swim with the dolphins and sharks. And a variety of colorful coral and sponges(海绵动物)in the reefs look absolutely astonishing.
Bali Island, Indonesia
Considered to be the “Jewel of Indonesia”, Bali Island is undoubtedly one of the most unusual holiday destinations in the world. And that is certainly true when it comes to a scuba diving vacation as well. The most popular underwater attraction for the divers gathering here is Mola mola, the world's heaviest-known bony fish. Bali Island is known for some of the world's best scuba diving instructors and diving spots.
Half Moon Caye, Belize
If you are looking forward to doing a wall dive, then the Half Moon Caye is the perfect place for you. Once you begin diving downwards, you will be excited by seeing the variety of marine life. There are numerous tunnels filled with a variety of sponges and monster groupers. The most noticeable sightings are those of eagle rays, loggerhead turtles, barracudas and the rosy razor fish.
1.Which of the following is in agreement with the author?
A.The Red Sea is the richest marine ecosystem in the world.
B.Most divers might be attracted to Bali Island because of its jewels.
C.There are some top class scuba diving instructors in Bali Island.
D.Half Moon Caye excites the divers with the walls and wrecks in the depths.
2.What do the Egyptian Red Sea and the Half Moon Caye have in common?
A.Numerous tunnels.
B.A variety of sponges.
C.Being a perfect place for wall dives.
D.Allowing divers to swim with sharks.
3.What's the purpose of the passage?
A.To educate. B.To inform. C.To amuse. D.To advertise.