2 . 阅读下列短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The opening ceremony (开幕式) of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou was    1    amazing display of Chinese culture and innovation. With shocking visuals, innovative performances, the ceremony was a feast for the senses. The ceremony was themed “Memories of Jiangnan”,     2     (creative) using the element of water to showcase the region’s natural beauty and cultural charm. The ceremony also contained elements of Liangzhu culture and the Qiantang River tides,     3     (promote) China’s long and storied history and cultural heritage.

4 . 根据课文内容，在空白处填入所缺的单词。
       Now halfway through her exchange year, Xie Lei feels much more at home in the UK.     1     seemed strange before now appears quite normal to her. “    2     in British culture has helped,” she said. “As well as studying hard, I’ve been     3     in social activities. British people are     4     by our culture and eager to learn more about it, so I’m keen to share my culture with them. While I’m learning about business I’m also acting as a     5     messenger building a bridge between us.”

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。

Pillows have been used in China for thousands of years and hold a significant place in Chinese culture. In modern times, we enjoy a wide range of pillows    1    (fill) with synthetic fibers, down, or feathers. However, it is interesting to explore    2    ancient Chinese people used as pillows.

Based on historical records, the development of pillows in China can be learned    3    various materials. Pillows used to    4    (categorize)into hard and soft types, with stone and wooden pillows appearing earliest in history.

The origins of pillows can be traced back to the middle Paleolithic period. During that time, people    5    (unknowing)used objects like stones, sticks, or pieces of animal skin as head support,     6    (serve)as the earliest prototypes(原型) of pillows.

References to pillows can also be found in historical documents in ancient China. For instance, a stanza of Shijing, the    7    (old)existing collection of Chinese poetry,     8    (mention)a pillow, describing how a melancholic beauty finds it difficult to sleep.

During the Warring States period, pillows in China presented a certain level of craftsmanship and    9    (delicate). The earliest discovered pillow in China was a wooden one unearthed in    10    Chu state tomb.

6 . 短文改错

Is it necessary to practise handwriting? Some students consider handwriting least important than before. They preferred the keyboard to the pen now, for the former is fast, convenient and clear. They think it is waste of time practising handwriting. However, others think Chinese handwriting is an important part of our traditional culture.

Though computers are very convenient, but handwriting still plays an important role in the modern world. Beside, beautiful handwriting makes a good impression in others. It shows your attitude to do things. Chinese character are very beautiful and rich in culture. As for me, when reading a neatly writing article, you will feel pleased and relaxed.

8 . Food festivals are a common occurrence in the UK and take place in all sorts of places and at all sorts of times. Whatever your taste, there’s a food festival to match — no matter how specialized.

1. Meatopia

This three-day, London-based festival takes place at the end of August and is a meat lover’s paradise. In addition to a range of legally sourced meat products, from juicy burgers to tender steaks, attendees can listen to live music, watch butchery demonstrations, and attend informal meat-based workshops.

2. The National Honey Show

If you have a sweet tooth, then it could be that the National Honey Show, which started in 1921 and is the largest event of its kind, is the place for you to be. This three-day event attracts many local entries who showcase their sweet golden honey, some of which is sold globally.

3. The Orange Sauce Festival

Have you heard about a festival that is devoted only to orange sauce? Held in Cumbria, this sweet, fragrant festival has been running for 3 years. What attracts people most is a competition to find the best homemade orange sauce. There are thousands of participants from over 30 different countries across the globe, bringing their local snacks to share here.

4. The Ginger and Spice Festival

If you’d prefer something with a little more kick to it, then you could attend The Ginger (姜) and Spice Festival held in Market Drayton. Unlike other food festivals, it celebrates its town’s historic connection to Robert Clive, who returned from India with ginger. Because of this, they specialize in baking gingerbread, but also sell a range of traditional spices from mild to hot.

1. What do Meatopia and the National Honey Show have in common?

A．Both of them last for three days.	B．Both of them hold workshops.
C．Both of them originated from London.	D．Both of them have a long history.

2. If you are interested in foreign food, which festival do you like best?

A．The Meatopia.	B．The Ginger and Spice Festival.
C．The National Honey Show.	D．The Orange Sauce Festival.

3. What is special about the Ginger and Spice Festival ?

A．It has something to do with a historic figure.

B．The ginger used in the festival is from India.

C．It sells spicy food.

D．The food is cooked by Robert Clive.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?

A．Brother and sister.

B．Father and daughter.

C．Mother and son.

2. How will the speakers celebrate Father’s Day?

A．By making a nice jacket.

B．By holding a surprise party.

C．By creating a handmade book.

10 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空，在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

    1     (celebrate) Dragon Boat Festival, an underwater dance performance titled Pray was aired on Henan TV last Saturday night, the first day of the holiday. Featuring the goddess of Luo River — a mysterious beauty best known in the poetry of Cao Zhi during the Three Kingdoms period, the dancer Haohao He,     2     former synchronized swimmer (花样游泳), recreated the elegance of this ancient Chinese goddess. The entire dance     3     (film) in 26 hours, according to the show’s director Jiyong Guo. Netizens, amazed by the performance, commented every frame of it looks like a mural (壁画). Some said it speaks to real cultural confidence.