New York City is best known as the city of skyscrapers. In fact, NYC has close to 300 buildings that are 150 meters (492 ft) or more tall, which makes it the 3rd city with the most skyscrapers in the world (only Hong Kong and Shenzhen boast more). And, of course, nothing defines...
Skyscrapers (摩天楼) are an important part of Chicago's history. The first skyscraper in the US appeared in the city in 188 4. There are many other famous firsts in Chicago. It was the birthplace(发源地) of the car radio, the TV remote control and the first Ferris wheel (摩天轮). ...
A report by La Vanguardia, one of the most prestigious media outlets in Spain, gives attention to Shenzhen’s technological development and the city’s efficient spirit. “In just four decades, marshes have given way to large avenues and futuristic skyscrapers - more than one hundred buildings e...
As night falls and the city lights up, the skyscrapers on both sides of the river illuminate the landscape. The expansive surface of the Pearl River reflects countless stars, creating the perfect moment to experience the nighttime charm of the Pearl River. Visitors can choose a suitable pier an...
The shape and dimensions of the skyscrapers depend entirely on the necessity of obtaining the maximum income per square foot of ground, 摩天大楼外形和面积完全是按这样的需要修建的:每平方英尺地皮取得最大收入 and of offering to the tenants offices and apartments that please them. 和向租房人提供使...
摩天大楼于环境(Skyscrapers and the environment) in the late 1960's, many people in north america turned their attention to environmental problems, and new steel-and-glass skyscrapers were widely criticized. ecologists pointed out that a cluster of tall buildings in a city often overburdens public...
Skyscrapers (摩天大楼) are the symbol of urban life. City people are used to seeing tall buildings and apartments. Farms, on the other hand, are associated with rural life. However, there are experts who think skyscrapers should become farms to meet the Increasing food needs. By the middle ...
It is located in the northwest edge of the Junggar Basin, once a desert gobi, but it rose rapidly due to the discovery of oil. Nowadays, it is a modern metropolis with skyscrapers and bustling streets. However, in every corner of this city, you can feel its close connection with nature...
对应原文:C部分:Short regards glass, steel and air-conditioned skyscrapers as symbols of status 答案解析:C部分最后1句的开头提到,“Short认为玻璃、钢筋和装有空调的摩天大楼是地位的象征”。其中skyscrapers对应tall buildings,而symbols of status则对应prestige,由此确定答案为C。
Skyscrapers are the symbol of urban life. City people are used to seeing tall buildings and apartments. Farms, on the other hand, are associated with rural(农村的)life. However,there are experts who think skyscrapers should become farms to meet the increasing food needs.By the middle of this...