题目内容：

Yes, it’s still 2015, but as USA Today says, “it’s never too early to plan your 2016 travels”. With so many hot destinations (目的地) around the globe, “where should I go?” can be difficult to answer. According to Lonely Planet, though, Brazil is a fine choice – on April 29, the travel guide named that country the top one to visit in 2016.

“As if endless strands of coast and mountains splashed with rainforest didn’t already add up to an unfair share of heaven (天堂), Brazil held one of the greatest sporting events in the world, the 2014 FIFA World Cup, and the 2016 Summer Olympics, another greatest one, will be followed ,” explained Lonely Planet.

Brazil is the largest and most populous country in South America. It boasts (自豪拥有) the Amazon, the world’s largest jungle (丛林), which is home to a variety of plants and animals. But the great landscape (景色) is not the only thing Brazilians take pride in.

The colors green and yellow might make most people think of Brazil’s soccer team even more than its national flag. Soccer is more than a sport in Brazil; it’s a way of life. In fact, the World Cup brings Brazilians together. It is interesting to note that the general elections (大选) in Brazil are usually held during the same year as the World Cup. Political parties try to take advantage of the patriotic enthusiasm (爱国热情) created by soccer to inspire political energy.

Alongside soccer, samba is another emblem (象征) of Brazil. The country’s most traditional dance is highlighted every February at the Rio Carnival, which is one of the world’s biggest.

“Brazil has left its second-class nation status (地位),” said former Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in 2009 after Rio de Janeiro was awarded the 2016 Olympics.

Brazil’s growing economy, fueled (刺激) by oil and aircraft factories, has made it more than just a nation of samba, soccer and beaches. These days, it might just be the best tourist destination in the world.

1.Which of the following aspects are mentioned about Brazil in the article?

a. military b. Economy     c. language and culture    d. geography and population

A. bc      B. bcd         C. acd          D. bd

2.We can tell Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is ______ his country from his words.

A. honest about        B. ashamed of

C.modest about       D. proud of

3. Which is TRUE about Brazil?

A. It is the largest country with the longest history in South America.

B. It will hold the FIFA World Cup and the Summer Olympics in 2014.

C. Soccer and samba are two symbols of the country.

D. Its Amazon is the world’s largest jungle with the most beautiful landscape.

4.The author’s purpose in writing the article is to ______.

A. explain why Brazil will be holding the two sporting events

B. give an introduction of Brazil as a tourist destination

C. give an objective review of Brazil as a nation

D. prove that Lonely Planet’s recommendation is right