组卷网 > 高中英语综合库 > 主题 > 人与自我 > 节假日活动 > 庆祝活动
题型:阅读理解-阅读单选 难度:0.65 引用次数:118 题号:11989065

Imagine that while walking through a park one day, you begin to notice strange things all around you. People in colorful clothes from centuries ago walk on the paths. A magician is doing amazing tricks. Musicians play strange music on strange instruments. Knights on horseback show their skills in riding competitions. The smell of roasting meat begins to make your mouth water. A pleasant voice shouts, “Good morrow!”

What is going on? Have you traveled back in time?   In a way, yes. You have found yourself in the midst of a Renaissance fair(文艺复兴节)!Since the 1960s, Renaissance fairs have grown in popularity in the US and Canada. Communities in at least 44 states and two Canadian provinces now hold annual Renaissance fairs. Over 200 fairs are held every year, with 40 in California alone. The first Renaissance fair was started in the 1960s by a school teacher in Southern California named Phyllis Patterson. She wanted to give her students a real-life history experience, so she created the “Renaissance Fair” in her backyard. The rest, as they say, is history.

Since Renaissance fairs are “living history”, you might think they are designed to be mainly educational. It’s true that some people try to make the fairs as genuine as possible. However, for many others, the key word is entertainment. With all the musicians and magicians walking about, you will definitely be entertained. A renaissance fair will be a feast for your eyes and your ears, not to mention your stomach.

You can enjoy sampling the food and drink while watching parades and live animal displays. Browse through the booths(摊位) and admire the artwork and handcrafts. You are sure to be both educated and entertained. If you’re wondering how to dress to attend a Renaissance fair, that’s up to you. Some people go all out and dress up in costumes. Others just go in their normal, everyday clothes. However you dress, you’re sure to be overwhelmed by the sights and sounds and smells of a Renaissance fair. And if you have ever wanted to travel back in time, here’s your chance.

1. What is the first paragraph about?
A.A chapter of a war novel.B.A sight of the local market.
C.A slow walking in the park.D.A scene of Renaissance fairs
2. Why did Phyllis start   Renaissance fair?
A.To help her students become the master of history.
B.To allow her students to pay in her backyard.
C.To make her students experience history.
D.To give her students an experience of life.
3. As well as educating, Renaissance fairs are intended for ______.
A.communicationB.fun
C.businessD.adventure
4. The last paragraph suggests that ______.
A.you are free to dress for the fairsB.you are taught to make art work
C.you have to look after live animalsD.you can enjoy food free of charge
5. The main idea of the passage is that ______.
A.Americans and Canadians like fairs more
B.Attending Renaissance fairs is to be educated
C.California is where modern fairs were born
D.Renaissance fairs are more popular than ever

相似题推荐

阅读理解-阅读单选(约270词) | 适中 (0.65)
【推荐1】
FESTIVALS IN LONDON
London hosts each year a variety of celebrations and festivals. All of them are national and Foreign holidays. Below we show you the most amazing holidays and festivals in London.
New Year's Day Parade

This Parade is a free event which takes place annually on I January since 1987.M lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes, featuring more than 10.000 Participants representing 20 countries worldwide. There are marching bands, cheerleading groups, vehicles, animals, clowns and giant inflatables(充气物).

Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race

Since 1829 each spring the two England's most famous universities race along a 6.7 kilometer stretch of the Thames River in what is perhaps the most famous rowing event in the world. The race attracts a massive crowd of around a quarter of a million fan to the banks of the Thames

London Marathon

The Flora London Marathon, one of the World Marathon Majors, has been held each year since 1981. Currently around 32,000 runners take part in this annual event, including professionals and amateurs. There are live bands entertainment and thousands of cheering fans. It is also one of the largest events to collect money in the world in order to attract more funds, some runners dress up in fancy costumes.

Wimbledon

Wimbledon runs annually from late June through early July, Wimbledon is the oldest and most famous tennis tournament in the world, the only Grand Slam event played on grass courts. Started in 1877, he event is often attended by members of the Royal Family, Wimbledon traditions include the eating of strawberries and cream that can be accompanied by an optional glass of champagne.


1. Which of the four festivals has the longest history?
A.New Year's Day Parade.B.Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race.
C.London Marathon.D.Wimbledon.
2. London Marathon is different from the other three in that______.
A.it has the purpose of donating money to other events
B.it attracts many more fans from around the world
C.it is the only festival accompanied by live band
D.it has the function of raising money
2020-05-22更新 | 33次组卷
阅读理解-七选五(约260词) | 适中 (0.65)

【推荐2】Every time the last month of Chinese lunar year nears the end, Chinese communities around the globe are preparing to launch next New Year celebrations.     1     Here’s something you need to know about Chinese New Year:

    2    

Chinese New Year is the longest national holiday in China and New Year’s day is the most important date in the Chinese calendar. Chinese New Year is based on the ancient Chinese lunar calendar, falling on the second new moon after winter solstice(冬至)--meaning it changes each year.

Roughly a sixth of the world will observe Chinese New Year, with celebrations in Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia, along with other countries with significant Chinese populations.     3    

How is Chinese New Year celebrated?

Many celebrations take place, including parades(旅行), dragon dances, reunions and wonderful dinners. Red clothing is considered essential, as it is said to scare off the mythical monster Nian. Children are traditionally given red envelopes with money inside which they sleep with under their pillows, which is said to bring them good fortune and happiness.

    4     On Day 2 it is traditional to visit friends and relatives; on Day 3 people tend to stay at home as it is not seen as fortunate to socialize. The final day, Day 15, sees the Lantern Festival, where red Chinese lanterns are released into the sky.

What does the year of the rooster mean?

2017 is the year of the tenth Chinese zodiac(十二生肖), the rooster.     5     Those born in 1957 or 2017 are fire roosters, and are considered trustworthy, with a strong sense of timekeeping and responsibility at work. They are also thought to be talkative, popular among a crowd and loyal.

A.What is Chinese New Year?
B.When is Chinese New Year coming?
C.Each day has its own celebration
D.However, this is the year of the fire rooster
E.It is pronounced “Gong Xi Fa Cai” in Mandarin
F.It is the most important holiday in the Chinese calendar
G.London and San Francisco both claim to host the largest celebrations outside of Asia
2017-08-26更新 | 153次组卷
阅读理解-阅读单选(约280词) | 适中 (0.65)

【推荐3】You may know your mother, but how well do you really know Mothers’ Day? Cards, flowers, sales, TV specials, and a day off for someone who really deserves it — those are what probably come to mind for many people when they think of Mothers’ Day. But there’s more to the story.

The earliest Mothers’ Day celebrations were held during spring in ancient Greece. The celebrations honored Rhea, the mother of the gods. During the 1600s, England celebrated a day called Mothering Sunday. On this day even servants(仆人) were given the day off to spend with their families. A mothering cake was even served with the family meal.

In the US, Mothers’ Day began in 1872 when Julia Ward Howe, who wrote the words to the famous song The Battle Hymn of the Republic, suggested it as a day devoted to peace. But it didn’t really become popular until 1907 when Anna Jarvis started a campaign to honor mothers. She believed that mothers could help people get over the pain they experienced during the Civil War. The US isn’t alone in devoting a day to mothers. Many other countries including Denmark, Finland, Italy, Turkey, Australia, Japan, and Belgium also honor their mothers in May. Other countries honor their mothers at different times of the year.

Learning more about Mothers’ Day and celebrating Mothers’ Day are important, but probably not as important as understanding what your own mother, or grandmother, or aunt has really done for you. And that will certainly be appreciated more than one day in year.

1. Where was the earliest Mothers’ Day celebrated?
A.In ancient Greece.B.In the US.
C.In England.D.In Italy.
2. According to Paragraph 3, we know that ____________.
A.Julia Ward Howe composed a song about Mothers’ Day
B.American people started to celebrate Mothers’ Day in 1907
C.Anna Jarvis attached great importance to mothers
D.Mothers’ Day celebrations are held at different times in the US
3. We can learn from the passage that ______________.
A.Rhea is the mother of a king in ancient Greece
B.not all the countries celebrate Mothers’ Day in May
C.only mothers were given a day off on Mothering Sunday
D.it was in 1872 that Mothers’ Day really came into being
4. The last paragraph tells us that ____________.
A.all the people should celebrate Mothers’ Day
B.only mothers are honored on Mothers’ Day
C.understanding mothers’ work is more important than just celebrating Mothers’ Day
D.people should celebrate Mothers’ Day every day
5. What is the passage mainly about?
A.The reason why people celebrate Mothers’ Day.
B.The ways people honor mothers.
C.The history of Mothers’ Day.
D.The great contribution of mothers.
2016-12-12更新 | 105次组卷
共计 平均难度:一般