1. (2020八上·番禺期末) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A, B, C和D项中。

The best time to visit…

China China is a huge country, so it depends on where you go. The best time to visit is autumn. During that time, temperatures are pleasant wherever you are. If you don't like hot weather, don't come in summer. In Beijing, in summer, the average temperature is up to 30℃.

Mexico The weather in Mexico is hot, wet and sticky for most of the year, except in Mexico City. February to April is the best time to visit it. It can get very stormy（暴风雨的）at the end of August. From time to time, there are hurricanes and tornados（龙卷风）.

Greece The best time to visit Greece is from April to June. If you like snow, go to the northwest of the country in winter. It's great for skiing. If you just want to sit on a beach and enjoy the sunshine every day, then August is the perfect month. But, be careful! Temperatures are really high. In the southeast of Greece, it might be 30℃-35℃.

South Africa South Africa has a pleasant climate  with lovely warm sunny days most of the year. The summer is from November to February, and the weather is really hot during this time. In August, it's winter and the weather is usually warm, except at night. South Africa has the world's longest daily hours of sunshine.

Australia Remember that it's winter in Australia in July and August. The hottest months are from November to March. The best time to go is September or October. It's warm enough to go to the   beach. But this depends on which part of Australia you go to. It's cool enough to tour around, and it's not too rainy. If you prefer cold weather, go in August.

1. （1） Which country has a pleasant climate most of the year?

   A . Mexico. B . South Africa. C . Greece. D . Australia.
3. （2） You'd better NOT visit __________during August.

   A . South Africa B . Mexico C . Greece D . Australia
5. （3） If you are having a trip in South Africa in February, the following things might be needed EXCEPT _______________.

   A . a pair of sunglasses B . an umbrella C . a sweater D . a sunscreen cream
7. （4） The main purpose of the passage is __________.

   A . to introduce some famous places in the world B . to ask people to visit these countries C . to compare the weather of different countries D . to tell people the best time to visit these countries
9. （5） From the passage, we can know __________.

   A . when it is summer in South Africa, it is winter in Australia B . in autumn, the average temperature in Beijing is up to 30℃ C . the best time to visit Mexico is from February to April D . you can go skiing in the southeast of Greece