Spring is a great time     1     (ride) a bike. Imagine you are riding your favorite bike on the road or in the park, breathing the fresh air, with the wind kissing your face. You are admiring the roadside view,     2     flowers are dancing in the wind. You will be one of the beautiful     3     (sight) among these. In this beautiful season, how to choose the right cycling clothes? Here are some tips:

Spring     4     (bring) warmer temperatures but it is still not so warm at times. You need long sleeves and long trousers to protect your arms and legs     5     the effects of the cold wind. However, it is warmer during certain times of the day, so you can wear shorts with long sleeves.

Spring is the     6     (begin) of a new year, and it is also a season of vigor (活力). During this time, everyone feels more relaxed. It is like a key     7     turns sadness into joy. In this vigorous season, it is best to wear     8     (bright) colored clothes. When you ride in nature, you feel like apart of nature.

When spring arrives, sun block is another thing you need to pay attention to. Especially afternoon, the sun will be hotter.     9     (wear) short sleeves with cycling shorts, you can be more     10     (comfort). However, exposure to sunlight is not good for your skin, so you can wear an arm sleeve with the function of sun protection.

Chinese silk is one of China’s contributions to the world, and its history stretches back to 3,630 BC. Mainly produced in the south of the Yangtze River Delta, about 150,000,000 tons of silk is produced     1     (annual) in China. It accounts     2     78% of the world’s silk production. Silk garments were worn by emperors and royalty before,     3     were the symbol of status at that time. The methods of silk production     4     (consider) such a closely guarded secret that people could be threatened with death whoever revealed it.

Made from the protein fibers of the silkworm cocoon, silk is one of the most delicately woven     5     (product) in the world. Silk moths lay around 500 eggs during their lifespan of four to six days. Fed a diet of leaves in a controlled environment, the silkworms grow     6     (fast) in weight than before after the eggs hatch. After storing up enough energy, they surround     7     (they) with fibers of a white jelly-like substance.

A Qipao is     8     unique silk souvenir you might wish to buy. It became popular in Shanghai before World War Ⅱ. Easy to slip on and comfortable     9     (wear), Qipao fits well the female Chinese figure and it is a Chinese one-piece dress     10     (feature) a high neck, close fit, and straight skirt with a high slit on one or both sides.

Tea comes from China, and Chinese tea culture has a long history. Now, enjoying a nice cup of tea is a habit around the world. Not only is drinking tea a     1    (relax) moment, but tea is an endless drink with so many different types to get, each with     2    (it) own unique flavor (味道). But if you’re a tea-time beginner and find yourself just     3    (put) an old tea bag in hot water and steeping (浸泡)     4    (simple) and carelessly, you could be missing out on tons of flavor and the chance to experience the moment of tea-drinking     5    (happy). There are a few important     6    (thing) that can affect the taste of tea, including the types of tea, the water temperature, and the steeping time. To make a cup of perfect tea, firstly, instead     7     tea bags, you’d better prepare loose-leaf tea     8     has a strong and lasting flavor. Loose-leaf tea also produces generally     9    (little) rubbish than tea bags. Secondly, you should start with fresh water and not let the water get too hot. Remove the water right when it     10    (start) boiling for the best flavor. Finally, set a timer and start steeping according to the suggested time on your tea’s packaging.

The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the most important festivals. It     1     (celebrate) on the 15^th day of the 8^th lunar month. Chinese     2     (legend) say that the moon is at its     3     (bright) and roundest on this day. People gather with family and friends     4     (admire) the bright full moon,     5     represents harmony and unity. Since ancient times, people     6     (have) the habit of eating moon cakes on the Mid-Autumn Festival. Colorful lanterns are also displayed and carried during the festivities adding to the bright night sky. Other than moon viewing, people celebrate by     7     (light) lanterns, performing lion and dragon dancers     8     enjoying cultural activities and performances. The Mid-autumn Festival is    9     great time to visit China and experience the rich culture and traditions. Chinese culture has     10     a huge influence that the Mid-autumn festival has been introduced into the countries in East and Southeast Asia.