题目内容：

When visitors get off the plane and come to Singapore’s Central Area, they will be surprised, because the city is so clean. There are bright glass buildings, green trees, grass and flowers of all colours in the city. People also call it the “Garden City”. Singapore River is an important river in Singapore. It was dirty in the past, but now it is very clean after a ten-year river cleaning plan. Nowadays people can walk along the river or take a short trip on a ship to enjoy themselves in the river.

The river runs down to the harbour (港口). There visitors can see the well-known white Merlion (鱼尾狮) statue with water coming out from its mouth. With the head of a lion and the body of a fish, it is famous as Singapore’s mascot (吉祥物). When the night comes, the tall buildings around the Merlion begin to light it up in every direction. There are many clubs, restaurants and hotels in Singapore and many people come there to enjoy themselves. When you are outside at night in Singapore, there is no need to be afraid. Singapore is one of the safest countries in the world.

1.Why are visitors surprised when they get to Singapore’s Central Area?

A. Because the people there are friendly.    B. Because it is very clean.

C. Because it is very modem.    D. Because there are many glass buildings.

2.How is the Singapore River now?

A. Dirty.    B. Dry.

C. Clean.    D. Deep.

3.What color is the Merlion statue?

A. Red.    B. Green.

C. Black.    D. White.

4.What can we know from the passage?

A. Visitors can see the Merlion at the beginning of Singapore River.

B. People may be afraid if they go outside at late night in Singapore.

C. People can have a good time in Singapore River when taking a trip by ship.

D. There are few plants in Singapore.

5.Where can you probably read this passage?

A. In a travel guide.    B. In a storybook.

C. In a health magazine.    D. In a cookbook.