International Friendship Day

International Friendship Day is a day for friends and friendship on     1     we appreciate our friends, renew our friendship ties and reach out to make new friends. It takes place on the first Sunday of August every year.

The first Sunday of August was     2    (recognize) as a holiday in honor of friends in America. With Friendship Day becoming popular and successful in the US, more and more countries accepted the holiday,     3    it has become an international festival.

International Friendship Day is    4    (much) popular among young people especially at school and college. It is celebrated by giving friends gifts and cards, calling them or     5    (send) them short text messages. Some friends celebrate the day by dining out     6     some choose to invite their friends for a meal at home.

Friendship Day     7    (celebrate) have come a long way, but the basic idea behind the day has never changed. People express love for their friends, and bear     8     mind their presence in life.

Hi folks, As you know, I’m a great fan of the Chinese actor Stephen Chow, and recently I watched his movie A Chinese Odyssey Part 2: Cinderella again. For those     1     aren’t familiar with the movie, it focuses     2     the stories of the Monkey King, who is in charge of protecting a monk on a journey     3     (find) Buddhist scriptures (佛经). In this movie, the Monkey King gains a deeper understanding of love and     4     (responsible). Seeing the movie again     5     (make) me want to learn more about the original story of the Monkey King. I got     6     copy of it from the library and now I’m halfway through reading it. As it turns out, he is the main character in a novel     7     (call) Journey to the West. Indeed, the Monkey King is one of the oldest and best-loved fictional characters in China, and he     8     (consider) a superhero.

In many ways, the movie is quite different from the novel. It is a modern retelling of the novel that includes time travel and a tragic love story. The novel, on the other hand, is full of poetry, Buddhist philosophy, and all kinds of crazy     9     (adventure) ! Once I’ve finished the book, I will write another post to tell you     10     (much) about this classic Chinese story.

Set in the War to Resist UIS Aggression and Aid Korea, The Battle at Lake Changjin topped the Chinese mainland box office according to the China Morie Data Information Network. The film    1     (direct) by Chen Kaige, Hark Taui and Dante Lam, does     2     extraordinary job of highlighting the bravery and tenacity(不屈不挠) of the heroes in the war from multiple     3     (angle) .

However, the real battlefield is    4    (impressive) than the scene in the film. The war was on in the freezing temperature of around -40℃. Chinese People's Volunteers soldiers not only needed to fight against United Nations forces, but had to battle over the nature     5     their strong will. In order not to expose the target, the soldiers remained motionless in the ice and snow, and when the follow-up soldiers arrived, all 125 officers and soldiers were found frozen to death     6     (charge).

What    7    (make) people moved is not the film itself but the heroes of the war years.    8    is shown in the comments of the audience, the spirits of the heroes who fought    9     (bloody) for our county and the people have aroused     10    (they) national pride and reminded them to value today's peaceful life.

Henan Opera, known as Yuju Opera, is a traditional Chinese opera form that originated     1    Henan Province. With its rich history, unique musical style, and attractive performances, Henan Opera     2     (hold) a special place in Chinese cultural heritage.

Henan Opera evolved from local folk art forms, integrating     3     (element) of storytelling, singing and dancing. It gained popularity during the Qing Dynasty and became an important regional opera style in Henan. Today, it     4     (recognize) as one of the national intangible cultural heritage treasures of China.

Henan Opera is characterized by its pleasant vocal style    5    distinctive musical accompaniment. The performances contain various instruments like drums, flutes, and stringed (有弦的) instruments, creating a harmonious ensemble (乐团). The     6     (careful) prepared costumes and bright makeup improve the visual appeal, and the skilled performers’ gestures and movements convey emotions and narratives, captivating audiences.

Henan Opera,     7     often explores loyalty, love, justice, and family values, draws from historical events, folk tales, legends, and literary classics,     8     (show) a diverse range of themes. The stories are presented through poetic dialogues, intricate choreography(编舞), and symbolic gestures, engaging the audience with     9     (they) profound messages.

Efforts are being made     10     (preserve) and promote Henan Opera as part of Chinese cultural heritage. Modern adaptations and innovations help attract younger audiences while preserving its traditional essence.