Introduction

Blenheim Palace is one of the Europe’s largest and greatest palaces. It was built between 1705 and 1722 as a reward of the British government to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, for defeating King Louis XIV’s army at Blenheim, a small Bavarian village on the Danube River.

The palace was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh, which displayed strength and arm glory. It is the largest non-royal building in England and is now listed by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Winston Churchill

In 1874, the palace was the birthplace of the duke's most famous descendant. Winston Churchill, who was to become the UK's Prime Minister (some would say Britain’s greatest 20th-century politician ) and Nobel prize winner for literature. It is also in Blenheim that Winston got married to Clementine Hozier in 1908.

A lasting exhibition is devoted to the man’s life, work and writings. Winston and his wife are buried in Bladon Church within the palace.

Opening Hours & Admission

Blenheim is still the home of the 11th Duke of Marlborough and is therefore not open all year round (although the park is). The palace opens its doors to visitors from 12 February to 11 December. Entry to the palace, park and gardens cost £11.50 during the low season and £13 during the peak season (Easter weekend and from 28 May to 11 September), or £6/£8 for the park and gardens only.

The park is open all-year round from 9am to 4:45pm (last entry). Admission is £2.50 for adults and £1.50 for children.

Note that numerous discounts exist for seniors, students, children and groups. Please refer to the official website for more details.

1.What can be learned, about Blenheim Palace?

A. It is the Europe’s largest and greatest palaces.

B. It is the largest royal building in England.

C. It is now one of the world’s heritage sites.

D. It was built in honor of Prime Minister Winston Churchill

2.What does the underlined word in the text mean?

A. A house keeper.

B.A child or a child’s child.

C.A family doctor

D. A grand parent

3.Why can not people visit Blenheim Palace all the year round?

A. They are too busy to afford the time.

B. Repairs are badly needed for the palace.

C. Some seasons are not convenient for visitors.

D. The 11th Duke of Marlborough still lives there.

4.If a couple and their five-year-old daughter visits the park, how much need they they pay ?

A. ￡6.5 B.￡7.5 C.￡l1.5 D.￡13

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