The British Museum aims to "illuminate（照亮）the histories of cultures for the benefit of present and future generations". Thus, the number and subject of the exhibits and galleries are vast. Ranging from Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, and back to pre-historic times, they highlight more than just Britain. A visit to the Museum is a visit through the centuries of mankind and what he has left behind of himself.

　　4th to 20th century European art and archaeology collections illustrate cultures of the time. Items from the famous Anglo-Saxon Sutton Hoo burial are of particular interest. Sutton Hoo, located in East Suffolk, contained 11 barrows（坟墓）and the remains of a Saxon ship complete with gold and silver treasures.

　　Today the British Museum contains one of the most comprehensive collections of art and archaeology in the world.

　　Admission: Free; charge for special exhibitions.

　　GETTING THERE

　　The main entrance is on Great Russell St, with an alternate entrance on Montague Place.

　　Bus routes: Tottenham Court Road and Gower Street: 10, 24, 29, 73, 134; Southampton Row: 68, 91, 188; New Oxford Street: 7, 8, 19, 22b, 25, 38, 55, 98.

　　The purpose of the first paragraph is to

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　　A. honor Sir Robert Cotton

　　B. praise what Parliament ever did

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