20100311 America's Treasure Trove (2)

America's Treasure Trove:

Treasures
The National Mall in Washington, D.C., is home to 10 of the 19 museums. Here, you can visit the National Air and Space Museum and view aviation milestones such as the 1903 Wright Flyer, the first successful airplane. Then stroll over to the National Museum of Natural History and explore ancient life forms in Dinosaur Hall. While visiting, be dazzled by the Hope Diamond, the world's largest and most famous deep blue diamond. Next, head next door to the National Museum of American History and enjoy American pop culture icons like the loveable Kermit the Frog.

If Asian art piques your interest, be certain to take in the Freer and Sackler Galleries of Art. But that's not all. The reach of the invaluable Smithsonian extends beyond the National Mall. See over 2,000 animals at the National Zoo or
explore additional Smithsonian museums located in Washington, D.C., Virginia and New York City. The Smithsonian Institution even offers traveling exhibitions, allowing communities across America to enjoy artifacts, history and culture without leaving home. Today, the world-renowned Smithsonian Institution continues to diffuse knowlede through its fascinating exhibits and collections. And the best part? It won't cost you anything - museum admission is free!



milestone n. 里程碑/劃時代的事件
eg: The invention of the mobile phone was a major milestone in telecommunications.
eg: I consider studying abroad to be an important milestone in my life.

in- 否定
invaluable adj. 價值非凡的/寶貴的
eg: The experience of working under such a great CEO is invaluable.
eg: The famous artist's invaluable painting is carefully kept in a safe(保險庫).

renowned adj. 有名的/知名的
= famous
eg: The renowned scientist will be giving a speech tonight.
eg: The country is renowned for its movie industry.

world-renowned 世界有名的
= world-famous

National Mall 全國購物中心

stroll over 漫步
=> walk very casually

be dazzled
=> be amazed

pop culture 流行文化
=> popular culture

pique 刺激/激起(好奇心等)


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the National Mall 國家廣場

Mall 大型購物中心
=> 一般提到的mall為大型購物中心

the food court 美食街

court 庭院/中庭

mall rat
=> 喜歡一天到晚在mall裡頭閒晃的年輕人

library rat

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If Asian art piques your interest, be certain to take in the Freer and Sackler Galeries of Art.

take in
=> 本文章的意思: have a good and careful look at something

eg: Yvonne walked slowly through the park in order to take everything in.
eg: Amy likes to travel on her own so she can take in all the sights.