文章大意:本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了爱尔兰美丽的乡村景色,这种景色孕育了伟大的作家和诗人,为人们提供感官的享受,也让这个国家发展出包括音乐、舞蹈和餐饮在内的强大传统。
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Beautiful Ireland And Its Traditions
Ireland’s beautiful countryside has always had a great influence on its people and traditions. The country has 1 long history of producing great writers and poets. Its beautiful countryside excites and inspires all, 2 (offer) something for each of the senses. The 3 (peace) landscape of the “Emerald Isle” and its many green counties is a true feast 4 the eyes, with its rolling green hills 5 (dot) with sheep and cattle. And down by the sea, the roar of the ocean waves and 6 (cry) of the seabirds make up the music of the coast. On a quiet morning in the mountains, feel the sun on your skin, and 7 (breath) in the sweet scent of fresh flowers while birds greet the new day with 8 (they) morning song. With all this beauty, it is not 9 (surprise) that Ireland has developed strong traditions 10 include music, dancing, and dining.