Manchester is the "capital"
of the north-west of England
Situated on the east bank of the
River Irwell, it is a lively, bustling
city with a large student
population. Although it was once
seen only as a dull, industrialised
place, in recent years
Manchester has become the "in"
place to be. It is well-known for
its trendy clubs, its fashion and
music not to mention its world
famous football team,
Manchester United
There's plenty to see in
Manchester and something to
suit all tastes. For example, you
could have a taste of the Orient
in Chinatown, home to
Manchester's large Chinese
population. Another place to visit walking in a city where there's
is the historic Eastlefield area, so much to see, and much of it
which has the first urban is off the main travel routes.
heritage park in Britain. Here you But if you get tired with all
can take a canal trip, stroll that walking around, you can
around the museums and refresh yourself at one of the
experience the atmosphere of many café bars in the city. There
19th century Manchester. is a wide variety of homely, old-
Football fans need not feel fashioned or even eccentric
left out; they can always make a ones.
trip to the Old Trafford Whatever you do, you won't
Manchester United Museum have a dull moment in the place
which also contains a coffee which was recently awarded the
shop and a souvenir shop. title of "most interesting city in
It's easy to find your way Europe". Despite its unpopular ss
around the city centre and you're industrial image in the past,
never too far away from a tram Manchester is becoming more
or a bus, which will take you and more popular as a tourist
wherever you want to go. destination nowadays.
However, many people prefer
55
If you want to have a coffee or a drink in the centre
A there are mainly traditional café bars.
B there's plenty of choice for all tastes.
C there are only extremely modern café bars.
D there are only a few places you can go to.
52 According to the article, Manchester is
A a small city in the north-west of England.
B only known for its heavy industry,
C interesting only if you like football,
D a very exciting place these days.
53 if you're interested in history,
A you can visit the Eastlefield area,
B you can go to Chinatown.
C you don't have a big choice in Manchester.
Dthere are only a few 19th century buildings you
can see
56 What was Manchester like in the past?
A A small dull city.
B An exciting city to visit.
C A city full of factories.
D Tourists' most popular destination
57 What does "its" in line 55 refer to?
A Europe
B Manchester
C tourism
D industry
Marks:
54 Moving around the city centre
A is rather confusing and difficult
B can only be done by walking.
C is very tiring
D can be done in various ways.
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