A concert     1    (mark) the 50th anniversary (周年纪念日) of China-Brazil diplomatic relations took place at the Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on March 21.

    2     outdoor event attracted over 300 audience members and featured Chinese musicians, including the music band of traditional Chinese music of the Central Conservatory of Music, bringing Chinese music pieces that     3    (particular) showcase (展现) the variety of traditional Chinese musical instruments.

Ancient Chinese musical instruments     4     guzheng, xiao and banhu were also played during the concert. The Chinese musicians also used their instruments to play folk songs of Brazil,     5     received warm feedback from the local audience. The concert also featured musicians from Brazil playing Chinese songs and Brazilian folk songs.

The concert, co-initiated by China Federation of Literary and Art Circles and co-organized by Chinese Musicians’ Association and Brazil China Friendship Association, invited     6    (experience) conductors as well as the winners and judges of the Chinese Golden Bell Award for Music—a top Chinese music award—     7     (join) in the performances.

This event was part of 2024 “China Today” Arts Week that was first launched in 2004 by China Federation of Literary and Art Circles. During the past two decades, the art festival     8    (tour) around the world by visiting 23 countries and regions. This has been the first time that it came to Brazil. This year, the 2024 “Today China” Arts Week will also make     9    (it) debut (首次亮相) in Colombia. Cultural exchange     10    (program) such as film festivals, concerts and photo exhibitions will be held.

Have you ever been to Foshan city and visited China’s statue of liberty — the 30-meter-tall sculpture of Bruce Lee? Bruce Lee, known as Li Xiaolong in Chinese,     1     (introduce) Chinese kungfu to the world through television and film. In memory of him, artists in Foshan created this amazing and     2     (attract) sculpture in 2010.

The towering sculpture, which looks like a stop-motion capture of Lee     3     (do) one of his explosive high kicks, took more than 100 people six months to complete. “We hope it can compete with the Statue of Liberty of the US,     4     the sculpture of Bruce Lee, the Kungfu God of 1, 000 Legs,     5     (mean) to symbolize Chinese wisdom, creativity and health.” artist Shu Yong said.

Bruce Lee was the first actor     6     (bridge) East and West. His impact contributed to     7     shift in the overall culture of the West. Despite his short life, Bruce Lee challenged the     8     (establish) conventions, kicked down racial barriers and paved the way for future film makers and actors. His influence,     9     in martial (武术) arts, filmmaking, or in culture, social customs still remains in today’s     10     (increasing) interconnected world.

Jiangjun Village used to be a dull place during winter. But the development of art areas has spurred tourism,     1     (give) it a new lease of life and making the winter scene much     2     (bright) nowadays. Art galleries, museums, and theaters now can be found located among its small cottages. The dilapidated (破旧的) houses have been changed     3     restaurants and teahouses.

In 2021, the village government, the Sichuan Fine Arts Institute and several other bodies established a rural artist construction pilot project, which centered on a dilapidated village courtyard     4     (call) Lotus Cave. The project planned to build 10 core art areas, aiming to integrate the new facilities into the village’s environment, culture     5     local characteristics.

When the project     6     (launch), Lotus Cave was a rundown collection of residential buildings in poor repair. But it has now been     7     (large) transformed by the hard work of artists and villagers.

The art museum in the center of the village used to be a dilapidated house     8     was overgrown with weeds. During the renovation work, the building’s original framework was restored and part of the adobe wall was preserved.

More     9     (exhibit) and art activities are now being held at Lotus Cave, attracting tourists from far afield. The injection of new life has tempted (吸引) many villagers who moved away to return and take a look at     10     (they) previous home.

In the heart of the Indian state of Rajasthan lies a city that exudes(散发)a charm,     1    (attract)visitors from around the world. With its warm hospitality(好客), busy bazaars, and splendid     2    (palace), Jaipur is a treasure of history, culture, and architectural splendor. This fascinating city invites you on an unforgettable journey into the area of the Maharajas.

The Aravalli Range, one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world, adds an appealing backdrop to Jaipur’s landscape. The city’s strategic location within the range provides it     3     a natural shield(屏障), enhancing     4    (it)historical and cultural significance.

These hills not only contribute to the city’s picturesque charm but also offer opportunities for adventure and     5    (explore).

Above all, it is the special colour influencing so many aspects of this city and its people     6     sets Jaipur apart and gives it a unique appeal. The association of Jaipur with     7     colour pink dates back to 1876 when the city     8    (paint)in pink-considered the colour of hospitality—    9    (celebrate)the visit of the Prince of Wales, Albert Edward, who would later become King Edward VI and Emperor of India. Since then, the colour     10    (become)synonymous(同义)with Jaipur, earning it the nickname “The Pink City”.

It is believed that Chinese knotting, also known as zhongguojie, originated for recording information and exchanging messages     1     writing was invented. Over the past thousands of years, knots     2     (play) an important part in the life of Chinese.    3     (initial), Chinese knots acted as good -luck charms to drive away evil spirits. Today, Chinese knots are widely used to decorate homes during festivities.

A major characteristic of Chinese knots is that they are often tied from a single continuous length of string. The knots are commonly named     4     the shape it takes. Chinese knots are created in a     5     (various) of colors such as gold, green, blue, or black, though the most commonly used color is red,    6     symbolizes good luck and prosperity.

Crafting the Chinese knot is a three-step process     7     (involve) tying knots, tightening them and adding the finishing touches. The knots     8     (pull) tightly together and are strong enough to be used for binding or wrapping, making them very practical.

Today, most of such knots are often mass manufactured in factories. Skilled knot artists weave complex knots that you might see     9     (sell) as souvenirs that you can take back with you. If you have time, why not try your hand at it? Perhaps these age-old charms can add     10     touch of good luck to your daily life?