When a major power outage left even Times Square eerily dark, New York City's faithful headed out of their hot apartments and stuffy office cubicles and did what came naturally.
They headed to their local bars and grabbed a few cold ones -- while they were still cold.
"People were stuck and couldn't get home so they thought, 'why not gather at the local watering hole? TM said Joey Murphy, bartender at Ned Kelly's, on Manhattan's West Side. "It's the best place to go when there's no transportation."
Like hundreds of New York bars, Kelly's was packed, hot, sticky, and lighted by candlelight. The crowd spilled onto the sidewalk, resigned to make the best of an otherwise miserable situation.
At the Village Ma Bar and Grill in the West Village, customers packed side by side sat in dim candlelight, trying to stay cool by rolling up their sleeves and unbuttoning their shirts.
"Most people are very happy and not too worried about anything," said Ryan Good, a bartender at the Village Ma.
"Of course, we'll see how it is in a few hours," he said. "The ice is melting, and the refrigerator is getting warmer, so I hope the power comes back soon."
Still, despite the laid-back atmosphere in most bars, a haunting undertone remained in most people's minds about the last time New Yorkers were forced out onto the streets.
"We've had a tough time here," said Sean Connolly, owner of the Eatery Restaurant and Bar. "It was reminiscent of 9?11 with everyone pouring out in the streets."
Patrons at a bar downtown had similar thoughts. Mimi Banks said she decided to leave work after building management first told employees to evacuate and then told them to stay, bringing back nervous memories of the World Trade Centre attacks nearly two years ago.
"We went home first, but then we just started walking, looking for a bar because there is nothing else to do," Banks said。
"This is the best thing to do right now," she said, presenting a cold beer still dripping with perspiration.
With people unsure when the lights would come back on, many seemed resigned to participating in the impromptu Manhattan block party as long as possible.
Why does the author refer to New Yorkers as "faithful"?
A. Because most of New Yorkers are religious.
Because city people usually stay at office and home, especially do New Yorkers.
C. Because New Yorkers are very hard working.
D. Because New Yorkers seldom drink.
听力原文:W: Good morning, can I help yon?
M: Yes, good morning, I've just got a few questions. I wonder if you can help me sort them out.
W: I'll see what I can do.
M: Can you tell me when Sudeley Castle is open? We want to go there this morning.
W: Yes, of course, Sudeley Castle, Sudeley, I think it's open all day, someone asked me this a week or so ago. Here we are. I've got the guide. Yes, it's open from 11 in the morning until 5 in the afternoon, well, not quite all day, but morning and afternoon.
M: Eleven to five. OK, that's great. Er...can you tell me how much it costs to get in?
W: Yes, (5[D])it costs 4.50 for adults and 3.00 for children. It sounds a bit expensive, but there is a lot to do there. I think it's worth the money.
M: Ok. Now another question: what exactly is Snowshill Manor? What can you see there?
W: Oh, (6[B]) it's a museum, an absolutely fascinating collection of all sorts of things, like clocks and cabinets, and all kinds of swords and masks.
M: Masks? Well, the kids will like them. Do I pay to get into this museum?
W: Yes, you do. I think it's about three pounds fifty.
M: Is it open this time of year?
W: Yes, it's open until the end of September, so there are a few weeks before it closes.
M: Right, we'll try. Thank you very much for the information.
W: Enjoy your visit. Good-bye.
Where is the man calling to?
A. His mother's house.
B. The museum.
C. The Castle.
D. Information center.
《拣麦穗》的结尾写到的“我”常常想要找到的“像猪肚子一样的烟荷包”,寓意是()
A. 卖灶糖老汉
B. 童年岁月
C. 天真烂漫的童心
D. 童年一个美丽的梦
“庄生晓梦迷蝴蝶,望帝春心托杜鹃”运用的主要表现手法是()
A. 比兴
B. 暗示
C. 象征
D. 典故