Friday, May 16, 2014

Experience Chicago (3)

For a view of Chicago from above, head for the Willis Tower. The skyscraper is 110 stories tall. Be prepared to wait in line for several hours to go to the top, though. The tower and its Skydeck are very popular. After reaching the Skydeck, step out into one of the glass boxes if you dare. Only a sheet of glass lies between you and the street far below! For a similar view without the wait, go to the John Hancock Building instead. The view from the top is especially breathtaking at night.

If buildings interest you, take the popular architecture boat trip on the Chicago River. You'll hear interesting stories of Chicago's famous buildings. For another view from above, head to Navy Pier and ride its 15-story Ferris wheel. You can enjoy the other rides and attractions on the pier as well.

With so much to see and do and eat, what's not to love about Chicago?


Info Cloud
Teaching Topic: Acrophobia 懼高症
acro 高度 /phobia 恐懼
vertigo 暈眩
phobia有不同種類:
claustrophobia 幽避恐懼症
arachnophobia 蜘蛛恐懼症

Grammar Gym
what's not to love?
- With so much to see and do and eat, what's not to love about Chicago?
- With a park, a post office and so many stores nearby, what's not to love about this neighborhood?
- With a generous salary, an office building close to the metro station and a fantastic team of coworkers to work with, what's not to love about this job?


Language Lab
dare v.
to be brave enough to do something that is risky or that you are afraid to do - used especially in questions or negative sentences:
- Nobody in the office dares to offend our boss.
to try to persuade someone to do something dangerous or embarrassing as a way of proving that they are brave
- I dare you to stand outside for ten minutes in this kind of weather.

breathtaking adj.
very impressive, exciting, or surprising:
- The girl's breathtaking beauty made her stand out in the crowd.
- The hotel's breathtaking view of the valley attracts many tourists.

architecture n.
the art or science of designing and creating buildings
- The movie theater is a typical example of art deco architecture.
- Lesley majored in architecture when he was in college.

attraction n. [attract v.]
something interesting or enjoyable that people want to visit, see, or do
- Universal Studios is one of the most popular attractions in L.A.
a feature or quality that makes someone or something interesting or enjoyable
- Romantic comedies hold a special attraction for me.


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