1 . What to expect in the new season of Alaskan Bush People? One year after the death of beloved patriarch (族长), Billy Brown, the Wolfpack manages their own personal lives while still trying to keep their father’s dream and legacy alive.
The all-new season of Alaskan Bush People premieres (首映) on Sunday, Oct.2, at 8P ET/PT on Discovery and streaming on Discovery+.
The family moves ahead with their biggest plans yet, which immediately face barriers. Can the strength of the Browns help them overcome new risks? Here’s an update on some of the family as they head into a new era — for more, be sure to switch over on Oct.2:
●Noah: Now settled into fatherhood, he shocks the family with big plans for a move back to Alaska. His hope is to raise his family in the same way he was brought up in the bush, but the hunt for a remote property around the islands of Southeast Alaska is ambitious and dangerous.
●Bear, Raiven, and River: Bear faces a real life “love off the grid” story as city-born wife Raiven, along with son River, decides to inhabit the mountain.
●Bird: She looks north to Alaska in hopes of gaining closure with her father’s death. However, her plans come to a sudden stop when she is faced with a major health crisis that forces her to make critical decisions about starting a family.
●Ami and Bam: They face a struggle to make the ranch (牧场) profitable in the face of Mother Nature’s anger.
●Gabe: He tries to build his growing family a home on the mountain before the severe winter arrives.
1. What will be the biggest challenge for Noah?| A．Seeking a property in Southeast Alaska. | B．Adapting to the demands of fatherhood. |
| C．Getting enough food for his big family. | D．Getting united with his family in Alaska. |
| A．Her father’s death. | B．Her family’s criticism. |
| C．Her health condition. | D．A sudden natural disaster. |
| A．A book review. | B．A TV series preview. |
| C．A news report. | D．A food advertisement. |
2 . Stuck at home with nothing to watch? Curious about China, but don’t know where to begin? Well, we’ve got you covered with this brand-new video series exploring Chinese culture. All you have to do is press play.
● Dazu Rock Carvings
One of China’s UNESCO World Heritage sites is hidden among the mountains on the outskirts of the southwestern city of Chongqing. Here, tens of thousands of sculptures collectively make up the Dazu Rock Carvings — considered one of the finest examples of China’s cave art, exhibiting the most sophisticated craftsmanship of Dazu Rock Carvings. The delicate Dazu Rock Carvings tell ancient, mystical stories.
● Bamboo Carving
The art of bamboo carving originated at the Qing imperial court. Today, the art lives on, appreciated for its historical value and elegance.
Just 100 kilometers southwest of Beijing, in the Xiong’an New Area, a group of skilled artists are keeping this art alive. Carving bamboo requires focus, precision and elbow grease (重活). Watch the video and feast your eyes on the bamboo masterpieces.
● Peach-stone Carving
In the small town of Siyang in Jiangsu Province in eastern China, craftsmen create art on the tiny cores of the peaches.
While most people think nothing of peach stones and just throw them away, they are a source of inspiration for these artists. The artist goes to great length to find the perfect core to fit his concept. Using tiny tools, they chip away at the cores to create intricate designs，extremely detailed and delicate. These peach stone carvings are often worn as jewelry symbolizing fortune in China.
1. What do Dazu Rock Carvings feature?| A．Mysterious tales. | B．Mountain shapes. |
| C．Design inspirations. | D．Painting exhibitions. |
| A．Materials. | B．Origin. | C．Craftsmanship. | D．Symbols. |
| A．To show wealth. | B．To bring good luck. |
| C．To symbolize status. | D．To appreciate design. |
1. What is Michael mainly talking about?
| A．The fight against a new virus. | B．The World Health Organization. | C．His daily routine. |
| A．A social worker. | B．A doctor. | C．A reporter. |
| A．Relaxing. | B．Boring. | C．Meaningful. |
| A．They should be hopeful about the future. |
| B．They should be devoted to the homeland. |
| C．They should care for their family and friends. |
| A．News. | B．Talk shows. | C．Education program. |
| A．News. | B．Talk shows. | C．Education program. |
1. What is the talk mainly about?
| A．Disease control. |
| B．Local events. |
| C．Government service. |
| A．Watering gardens. |
| B．Smoking outdoors. |
| C．Washing cars. |
| A．It destroyed a building. |
| B．It caused serious injuries. |
| C．It was quickly put out. |
