1 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

When Zhao Shuxian started working at an art and craft factory in 1973, the then 19-year-old was given the job of     1     (master) the time-honored craft of making “velvet” flowers from silk. His goal was to be promoted to the designer’s workshop     2     he would be able to make whatever he wanted, and earn a     3     (good) living. Today, Zhao is recognized as one of the few seasoned     4     (make) of this ornament (装饰).

The practice of wearing velvet flowers     5     (believe) to date back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907). They were sent to palaces during the reign of Wu Zetian,     6     they became a popular hair embellishment (点缀) for women serving at the court.

“It was common for court ladies     7     (decorate) their hair with flowers,” Zhao says. “But fresh flowers are not available all year around, so     8     (gradual) fabric flowers became a substitute.” Velvet flowers are called ronghua in Mandarin, a homophone for the characters meaning “prosperity”. Wearing them as     9     blessing became popular at wedding ceremonies, Lunar New Year, and Mid-Autumn Festival. Today, Zhao’s customers, who come from all over the world, wear his flowers both as an everyday item and     10     special occasions.

2 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填写适当的内容或括号内单词正确形式。

Tomb-Sweeping Day is a Chinese holiday that     1    (celebrate) in China for centuries. It is one of the Chinese Twenty-four Solar Terms, which falls on either April 4^th     2     5th of the Gregorian calendar. It’s also a time for people to remember family members     3     have passed away.

The day is also regarded as the start of spring. As trees turn green and the sun shines brightly, people will go outside and enjoy the     4    (amaze) spring. They will take this opportunity to travel together and go on long walks in parks, laughing and     5    (chat). Therefore, Tomb-Sweeping Day not only is a day     6    (memorize) the dead, but it is also a time for people to enjoy     7       (they). There are many different activities, such as taking a spring outing, or flying kites.

On Tomb Sweeping Day, people often eat a kind of green colored balls     8    (make) from glutinous rice(糯米). The green color is from     9     juice of brome grass(雀麦草) that is added in the rice.

All in all, Tomb-Sweeping Day is a combination of sadness and     10    (happy).

3 . Longji Rice Terrace is a popular attraction for oversea travelers. Located in Longsheng Autonomous County, Guangxi province, the Longji Mountain is 80 kilometers away from Guilin City. Since Longji is the habitation for Yao and Zhuang ethnic group, it gains the official name of Longji Yao and Zhuang Ethnic Terrace.

Longji Rice Terrace was first built in Yuan Dynasty and was completed in the early Qing Dynasty. With a history of more than 700 years, the terrace now is still using for growing rice. It is hard to imagine that more than 800 years ago how the first group of Zhuang and Yao people moved here and cultivated (开垦) the first piece of field. From Yuan to the early Qing, about 650 years, the ancestors could not imagine that the fields they cleared with sweat and life became the terrace that so amazing with charming curves (曲线).

The scenes here are different in each season. In spring, mountains are wrapped in silver water, shinning in the sun; in summer, mountains turn bright green with growing rice waving under the sky; in autumn, the dropping ears of rice promise good harvest; in winter, sheets of snows cover the terraces, making the hills like pagodas (宝塔).

In Longji Mountain, the highest terrace is 1,180 meters above sea level, while the lowest is 380 meters. With a wonderful view, it owns the reputation (名誉) of The Top of The Terraced Fields in the world. As a main body of the terrace farming culture, Longji Terraced Field is a scenic spot that includes the natural scenery and the cultural landscape of ethnic minorities. The harmonious atmosphere and living environment attract more and more tourists at home and abroad, which makes it the top destination for holiday paradise and photography. So photography tips for the Longji Yao and Zhuang Ethnic Terrace will be helpful for your trip. Follow our step, and let’s uncover them one by one.

1. Which of the following statement is TRUE about Longji Rice Terrace according to the passage?

A．It was first built in Qing dynasty.

B．It is located in Guangdong province.

C．It gains popularity both from home and abroad.

D．It gains the official name of Longji Zhuang Ethnic Terrace.

2. What can be inferred according to the third paragraph?

A．It is hot in the summer of Longji.

B．Mountains are shinning in the spring sun.

C．Snow can hardly be seen in the winter of Longji.

D．The farmers of Longji Rice terrace wear happy faces in autumn.

3. What may be talked about in the following paragraph?

A．The beauty of Longji Rice Terrace.

B．The history of Longji Rice Terrace.

C．The reputation of Longji Rice Terrace.

D．The photography tips for Longji Rice Terrace.

4. What’s the main idea of this passage?

A．Longji Rice Terrace has a long history of more than 700 years.

B．The scenes in Longji Rice Terrace are different in each season.

C．The author makes a brief introduction about Longji Rice Terrace.

D．Longji Rice Terrace is a popular attraction for oversea travelers.

5 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

As families prepare for the Spring Festival, no Chinese New Year celebration is complete without mandarin oranges.

The     1    (popular) of the fruits during the festive season has a long history. During the Qing Dynasty, Chinese parents would place fruits like oranges, lychees beside the pillows (枕头) of their children, as well     2     red envelopes containing money under the pillows,     3    (keep) away mythical monsters (神话中的怪物). The children would then eat the fruits on     4    (wake) up the next morning.

There are     5    (variety) explanations for why oranges have come to be considered     6     lucky symbol — a major part of which comes from the pronunciation. Some say the Mandarin pronunciation of the fruit (ju)     7    (sound) like the word for “good luck”(ji).

Apart from its lucky name, oranges are valued for their reddish-gold color and round shape,     8     are believed to bring good fortune. They’ve inspired Chinese art for     9    (century). An ancient poem called Ju Song     10    (create) by poet Qu Yuan from the Periodof Warring States, using the fruit and tree as a metaphor (比喻); a letter from Wang Xizhi, a renowned calligrapher from the Eastern Jin Dynasty, included a gift of oranges and remained famous after almost two thousand years.

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

On October 14th, the Times Square in New York     1     (take) over by the full-screen poster of the “2023 Tianfu Book Fair”!

The 2023 Tianfu Book Fair,     2     (title) “Mutual Learning Among Cultures Amid Fragrance of Books”, showcased a range of outstanding Chinese publications, making their way overseas. The International Pavilion was a highlight, displaying over 1,000 types and       3     (approximate) 6,500 copies of original literature, children’s books, and picture books in English, Japanese, and other languages. Plus the Harry Potter Pop-up Store,     4     had been stealing the show, offered readers     5     immersive experience with the complete Harry Potter series and official merchandise.

But wait, there’s more! A series of exciting cultural     6     (activity) were also lined up. Guests could attend cultural lectures     7     the three Su scholars’ culture, try their hand at panda-themed traditional Chinese painting and witness a face-changing performance of Chinese Sichuan opera. This fair was not just about books: it was an excellent chance that allowed overseas readers to discover the charm of Sichuan culture     8     the richness of traditional Chinese culture. It was a powerful showcase of Chinese culture, making the trustworthy, lovable, and     9     (respect) image of China more real and tangible than ever before. In the future, China will make every effort     10     (spread) excellent traditional Chinese culture.

7 . 近期在网上有很多关于外国人体验汉服、中国书法、中国功夫的视频。对于中国文化在海外流行的这一现象，请用英语表达你的看法并分析其原因。
1. 你的看法；
2. 中国文化流行海外的原因。     
注意：1. 可以增加细节，以使行文连贯；
2. 词数80词左右；
3. 短文开头已给出，不计入总词数。

I find this phenomenon amazing.

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