Cyprus（塞浦路斯）has over 320 days of sunshine every year and the temperature seldom drops below 18℃ even in winter. So if it’s sunshine holidays you are after then perhaps you should consider taking your next vacation in Cyprus.

  Once you arrive in Cyprus you could be forgiven for thinking that you have in fact landed back in the UK because Cyprus has often been referred to(提及) as England with the sun. Most Cypriots speak excellent English as a second language and it’s taught in all the schools even at primary level. They drive on the left and all the road signs are in English as well as Greek.

  There aren’t many places left in the world where you can leave your doors unlocked or walk down the streets in the dead of night but Cyprus is one of them. The Island has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe which makes it a great place to live.

   For people who just want to relax, Cyprus is the perfect holiday destination(目的地). With miles of sandy beaches and pleasant bays, you are sure to find somewhere to calm down while you enjoy all that Cyprus sun. The Island has a rich cultural history, and if you want to see more of Cyprus while on your holiday, be sure to check out many trips that are on offer to all those places of interest.

   However you decide to enjoy your holiday in Cyprus and whether it’s relaxing on the beach or taking in the night life of many bars and restaurants, the Island has something for everyone. Until you experience Cyprus for yourself you can never completely understand why so many holiday makers return to her beautiful shores year after year. In fact some of those visitors have so fallen in love with her that they have bought a house of their own there.

   Enjoy Cyprus!

(1) By writing the text the author wants to ____.
A. explain why Cyprus is so similar to England. B. tell readers a perfect holiday destination. C. introduce the best season to go to Cyprus. D. encourage people to travel around the world.
(2) What can we learn about Cyprus?
A. All the road signs in Cyprus are written in Greek only. B. The native language of Cyprus is English. C. It is hot in summer and cold in winter. D. It is sunny most of the time.
(3) It can be inferred from the text that      ．
A. Cyprus is a country with good public safety. B. it is expensive to live in a country like Cyprus. C. Cyprus is a small country with a large population. D. the environment in Cyprus has been damaged by travelers.
(4) What is the author’s attitude towards visiting Cyprus?
A. Doubtful B. Critical(批判的) C. Favorable D. Careful