Translation | Comprehension Questions
Text B     WEST  LAKE
   
      Can you describe West Lake in spring?
Can you describe West Lake in summer?
Can you describe West Lake in autumn?
Can you describe West Lake in winter?
Whom do many people like to compare West Lake to?
 
      In spring, fresh willow buds swing over the pink peach blossoms as colorful birds brighten the meadowlands with sweet songs and children's laughter ringing from distant play.
In summer, miles of lotus flowers dance in the breeze as the sunset glow fringes the clouds. And a distant view of mountain summits and the crowns of metasequoia trees consummate the picture.
When autumn comes, the air is full of fragrance of sweet osmanthus. Mother Nature splashes her rainbow hues across the landscape. Shining more brightly are the silver moon and golden stars.
Winter brings snow and creates a white wonderland. The blossoms of wintersweet is the glory of the season. When sunshine sparkles on the snow, many said, ¡°it is the best time to see the Lady West Lake.¡±
Many people like to compare the lake to a famous ancient beauty Xi Shi.