Shanghai Museum

　　The scope(范围), depth and quality of its historical collections make Shanghai Museum the top museum of ancient Chinese art. It houses over 120, 000 rare cultural pieces.

　　But before you step in, the exterior(外部的)design of the museum is its own piece of art. The round dome(圆屋顶)and square base symbolize the ancient idea of a round heaven and a square land.

　　The museum is especially well-known for its collection of bronze pieces. The exhibition room displays more than 400 beautifully decorated bronzes(青铜器), from wine and water vessels(器皿)to musical instruments and weapons.

　　56. What is the first museum released in a list of the top 15 museums in Asia?

　　A. Beijing’s Forbidden City.

　　B. Shanghai Museum.

　　C. The Museum of Qin Terracotta Warriors and Horses.

　　D. The Great Wall.

　　57. What’s the main idea of the first paragraph?

　　A. Exploring museums is a good way to make your mind broad.

　　B. Visiting museums is very interesting.

　　C. Museums can make you understand our past.

　　D. The first museum in the world.

　　58. What can we learn from the second paragraph?

　　A. In the past few people visited museums.

　　B. In the past visitors thought The Museum of Qin Terracotta Warriors and Horses was well worth a visit.

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