1. 阅读下面短文，从下面每小题的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

    Venice is well-known for its places of interest, natural beauty and culture. It is in the north-east of Italy.

    The city is famous all over the world for its canals (运河). It has about118 islands. About 177 canals and over 400 bridges connect (连接)the islands.

    When you are in Venice, don't miss the places of interest such as bridge of Sighs and the Grand Canal. There are a number of famous places in the city, including museums, palaces and churches. Venice is an international (国际的) city. Many important events are often held here. The Venice Art Biennale is one of the most important events in the world.

    Why not start to plan a trip to Venice this time?

1. （1） Which of the following is NOT famous in Venice according to the passage?

   A . Culture B . Natural Beauty C . Delicious food D . Its places of interest
3. （2） Venice has about ________ islands.

   A . 118 B . 150 C . 400 D . 450
5. （3） We can learn that the Venice Art Biennale is ________.

   A . a museum B . a place C . a church D . an event
7. （4） From the passage, we can infer that people in Venice often go out ________.

   A . by boat B . on foot C . by bus D . by car
9. （5） What's the best title for the passage?

   A . A famous canal B . Take a trip to Venice C . Something about Italy D . My home town—Venice