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Russian-born Max Weber grew up in New York, studied art there, and then went back to Europe to familiarize himself with contemporary artistic developments, on returning to the United States, Weber worked in the new styles he had discovered in Paris and soon became recognized as a pioneer of American abstract painting. An example of his work at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D. C. is a 1915 painting entitled "Rush Hour, New York. " Using abstract, geometrical forms, Weber has expressed the movement, noise, and vibrancy of the great metropolis. The picture blends elements of two European styles: cub- ism, which shows subjects from a number of different angles of vision at the same time, and futurism, which portrays speed and objects in motion. Forceful lines and spiky forms throughout the composition convey the energy and vitality of the city, Weber expresses the city’s diversity by juxtaposing forms with rounded and angular shapes to suggest specific ele
A. early nineteenth century
B. late nineteenth century
C. early twentieth century
D. late twentieth century

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Russian-born Max Weber grew up in New York, studied art there, and then went back to Europe to familiarize himself with contemporary artistic developments, on returning to the United States, Weber worked in the new styles he had discovered in Paris and soon became recognized as a pioneer of American abstract painting. An example of his work at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D. C. is a 1915 painting entitled "Rush Hour, New York. " Using abstract, geometrical forms, Weber has expressed the movement, noise, and vibrancy of the great metropolis. The picture blends elements of two European styles: cub- ism, which shows subjects from a number of different angles of vision at the same time, and futurism, which portrays speed and objects in motion. Forceful lines and spiky forms throughout the composition convey the energy and vitality of the city, Weber expresses the city’s diversity by juxtaposing forms with rounded and angular shapes to suggest specific ele
A. depressing
B. vigorous
C. hostile
D. cheerful

[单项选择] New York As a travel destination, New York has something to offer almost every visitor. Though tourism has dropped since September 11, 2001, there are still lots of reasons to visit what many consider the greatest city in the world. City Overview New York City (NYC )is located on the Eastern Atlantic coast of the United States. It rests at the mouth of the Hudson River. The city is often referred to as a "city of islands. " Greater NYC is made up of five distinct areas called boroughs. These boroughs include Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx. The boroughs are separated from each other by various bodies of water and are connected by subways, bridges and tunnels. When people refer to New York City, they are usually talking about Manhattan. Most of NYC’’s main attractions are located in this borough and the majority of visitors spend most of their vacation here. A Short History of the Big Apple No discussion about
A. Y
B. N
C. NG

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From over a quarter mile up in the sky, New York looks like paradise. The Observation Deck on the 107th floor of the World Trade Center towers above the rest of the city. And, weather permitting, you can go even higher to the open-air rooftop promenade ( 散步 ), the highest outdoor observation platform on earth. Day and night, the view is breathtaking.
You can see to the horizon in all directions--the skyscrapers of midtown Manhattan, the famous New York neighborhoods, New Jersey, the Hudson and East rivers, the magnificent bridges and the busy harbor. It’s the most spectacular view in New York.
While you’re at the top, visit the New York Snack, New York’s highest snack bar and shop for a souvenir at the gift shop. Then browse along the lively History of Trade exhibit, which runs around the walls of the Observation Deck. The exhibit, free with admission to the Deck, brings the birth and growth of commerce, barter and finance to life. The Ob