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Yangliuqing is an ancient town       1     (locate) in Xiqing District of Tianjin, north China. It is known     2     its rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions, particularly in the fields of paintıng, calligraphy and New Year woodblock paintings.

In 2022, Yangliuqing       3     (include) on the list of national-level tourist areas, attracting visitors and cultural enthusiasts from home and abroad. It       4     (date) back over 1,400 years and was once an important business centera long the Grand Canal.

During the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties,     5     the development of river transportation and trade, Yangliuqing became rich and     6     (heavy) populated. Over the years, the town has developed its artistic traditions,     7     (support) talented painters and calligraphers.

New Year woodblock paintings are among     8     highlights of Yangliuqing’s culture. They are famous in China and are still produced today using traditional techniques.

With its beautiful scenery, fascinating cultural     9     (attract) and rich artistic legacy, Yangliuqing is also home to many historical sites, such as Shijia Mansion, An Mansion and Ruyi Street, as well as cultural landmarks like the Wenchang Pavilion and Puliang Pagoda.

Additionally, visitors can get a glimpse of the Yangliuqing section of the Grand Canal     10     is on UNESCO’s World Heritage list.

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Domestic brands attract young consumers

Shu Qiuhong runs a store selling hanfu — the traditional clothing of the Han ethnic group — in Jinan, Shandong province.

Shu, a native of Southwest China’s Guizhou province, has a deep affection for traditional Chinese clothes     1     (date) back to her childhood. “I have become friends with many customers as we have       2     same hobbies. We often exchange views on style and     3     (produce) skills,” said Shu, adding that young consumers make up a big part of her clients.

Over the past few years, China       4     (see) a rapid increase in young consumers     5     (interest) in domestic brands and products that include traditional Chinese style and culture, a trend known as guochao (国潮).

In China, there around 260 million people born between 1995 and 2009,     6     are often called “Generation Z”.     7     (bring) up in a different environment from their elders, they have witnessed China’s rise as a     8     (globe) economic powerhouse and formed a brand-new     9     (consume) concept.

Beijing’s Palace Museum has been at the forefront of the nationwide guochao trend, with lipsticks and blushes (胭脂) engraved with traditional Chinese patterns being the bestsellers all the year around. These products have proven very popular     10     Generation Z consumers.

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I tend to go slowly when I drive in the mountains of my home because the forest scenery is     1     (fantasy) no matter what the season. This morning I was driving     2     (slow) than usual because an early March snow had turned the roads slippery.       3     (amaze) to see a buck deer (公鹿) standing in the middle of the road, I came to     4     full stop and for a few seconds stared at the deer. His eyes seemed wise and were smiling at me. Finally, I     5     (wave) to him to go on. He then leapt across the road, up the hill and back into the woods.

Most of us rush through this life not knowing the very thing     6     we are missing. The next time you find     7     (you) going too fast, slow down. Take the time to watch the sunrise over the horizon and fill the world with light. Take the time to look your children in their eyes, hug them     8     tell them that you love them. If you do, your life     9     (be) so much better and more beautiful. And you might even end up not     10     (hit) a deer on your way home.

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Flames in kilns (窑炉) around China     1    (burn) since the Xia and Shang dynasties. Along the way was born porcelain (瓷器).

Porcelain is made by heating materials, often a mix of China stone and kaolin clay, in a kiln at a temperature as high as 1,200 degree Celsius. Temperature is key to     2    (make) porcelain. Going through the fire of reinvention at a high temperature blesses porcelain with strength and colors. Celadon (青瓷) produced in Longquan, Zhejiang province,     3    technique passed down for more than 1,600 years, is a     4    (character) example of workers’ long-standing dream. It takes 72 steps to produce perfect green. Porcelain has also been a carrier for cultural exchanges. In company with China’s silk and tea, porcelain was one of the first goods     5    (receive) worldwide trade. As it travelled around the globe through the ancient Maritime Silk Road, porcelain enjoyed great     6    (popular) among royal families and upper classes in Europe,     7     were attracted to these beautiful artworks. Porcelain began as a practical container     8     evolved into pieces of art. Even when broken into pieces and     9    (bury) deep in mud, cultural values attached to porcelain would exist.

As a memory that     10    (feel) with both hands, porcelain is touchable history.

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Over the years, tai chi has gained increasing    1    (popular) all over the world, and researchers have found that the Chinese martial art of tai chi cold slow down the Parkinson's disease by years.

Tai chi, together with other types of martial arts,    2    (know) to benefit physical and mental well-being. The past five years have seen a study on people with Parkinson’s disease,    3    was done by doctors from the Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine.The researchers discovered that the condition progressed at a slower rate in those who practiced tai chi. They observed    4    (few) falls, and less back pain in the people practicing tai chi. The researchers also noted that the cognitive function of people who    5    (regular) practiced tai chi deteriorated (恶化) more slowly. Parkinson’s disease is a brain illness whose effects can never be ignored. It gradually causes    6    (controllable) movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination.

The researchers    7    (suggest) that doing tai chi could keep symptoms (症状) of Parkinson’s disease from worsening for years. They said: “The long-term beneficial effect of tai chi    8    Parkinson’s disease could prolong (延长) the time without disability,     9    (lead) to a higher quality of life.” No wonder tai chi    10    (practise) throughout the world at the moment.

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The movie Born to Fly was released in China on April 28, 2023. It follows a group of air force pilots testing the newest generation of China’s flying technology. They must first go through a difficult testing process to see if they have     1     it takes to be involved in dangerous research. Once selected, they test the new planes to their limits,     2     (face) the many risks involved in experimental technology.

The value of this hard work is clear. By the end of the movie, China’s advanced air force is able to defeat and speed past     3     (it) opponents (对手), using their newly developed jets to show their newfound power.   

The J-20 fighter jet, representing the most advanced technological achievements of China,     4     (be) a superstar since it was first seen flying in 2016. Born to Fly provides everyone with a 360-degree view of the J-20. This is the first movie in history     5     (feature) a real J-20 aircraft. As the movie follows the test pilot’s view, the audience is given a look at this     6     (nation) treasure from all angles. The beauty of J-20 presented in the movie arouses patriotism (爱国情怀)     7     the Chinese audience.

The     8     (differ) between generations of pilots are also seen on-screen. Although equally brave, younger generations have     9     better understanding of the aircraft technology. The main character’s willingness to use his engineering and English skills to learn about aircraft from all over the world     10     (stand) out as an inspirational part of the movie.