California has 8 national parks and 20 national forests, more than any other state. Yosemite National Park is one of the most visited parks. It is famous for its waterfalls and granite cliffs. Many rock climbers go to Yosemite to climb a rock wall named El Capitan. Point Reyes National Seashore is on a peninsula north of San Francisco. It is a good place to see harbour seals, sea lions, and many kinds of birds. Disneyland in Anaheim is another California tourist attraction. This large amusement park was created by cartoonist Walt Disney. It features a fairyland castle, a haunted mansion, a jungle safari, and many other attractions and rides.
San Diego has a world-famous zoo. As you wander through its Rain Forest Aviary, brightly coloured tropical birds fly by. You will think you are on safari in its outdoor Wild Animal Park, north of San Diego. Sea World in San Diego is a great place to watch whales and dolphins perform. California’s sunny climate, long coastline, and natural beauty have made It the most popular tourist state in the United States.
1. Yosemite National Park _________.
A. is famous for its kinds of birds
B. is one of the 20 national parks in California
C. interests rock climbers with its El Capitan, a rock wall
D. is created by a cartoonist
2. San Francisco _________.
A. is famous for its Point Reyes National Seashore
B. has its special waterfalls and granite cliffs
C. has more wildlife than anywhere else in California
D. attracts lots of young children
3. Anaheim attracts many tourists with its _________.
A. El Capitan B. Wild Animal Park C. Sea World D. Disneyland
4. San Diego is worth visiting if you are _________.
A. a newly-married couple B. an animal lover
C. an enthusiastic rock climber D. a movie fan
5. Which of the following statements is true about California?
A. It has the most national parks and forests of the US states.
B. Its Disneyland with the fairyland castle is the most famous national park.
C. It attracts lots of tourists with its modern life.
D. It is a peninsula north of the United States of America.
