3 . 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References to pillows can also be found in historical documents in ancient China.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.

5 . Festivals are a great way to experience a destination in a different way. Whether you are looking for a unique cultural difference or the experience of sheer joy, there is something here for everyone in this article.

St. Patrick's Day

Dublin, Ireland & New York, the USA, March 17th

It has been a cultural and religious celebration held in memory of the death date of Saint Patrick, the foremost patron saint of Ireland, since 1762. On that day, the whole city turns green and many Irish make traditional bread. It is also one of the most fun days of the year, when the whole city turns into a big green party.

South by Southwest (SXSW)

Austin, the USA, March

Founded in 1987, SXSW has been praised by music fans and the media worldwide as one of the top 10 music festivals in the world. It is not only a music feast but also dedicated to the integration of technology and films. You can also enjoy free food, drinks and music. Sounds good?

King's Day

Amsterdam, Netherlands, April 27th

King's Day may well be the best party in Holland and Amsterdam turns a very bright color of orange on April 27th. People celebrate King Willem Alexander's birthday with music, street parties, flea markets, and fun fairs. The king himself travels through the country with his family.

Just for Laughs

Montreal, Canada, July 14th—30th

For comedy lovers there is no other festival in the word better than Montreal's Just for Laughs. The festival concentrates most of its shows in the Latin Quarter. During the day street performers delight the crowds and at night the city comes alive with comedy all over the city.

1. Which of the four festivals mainly involves music and films?

A．St. Patrick's Day.	B．South by Southwest.
C．King's Day.	D．Just for Laughs.

2. What do St. Patrick's Day and King's Day have in common?

A．They are both religious festivals.

B．They are celebrated in the same month.

C．They are in honour of the birthday of a great person.

D．They both feature a color.

3. What can we learn about Just for Laughs?

A．It lasts for a month.	B．It provides free food for all.
C．It's the best comedy feast.	D．It is concerned about the royal family.

7 . 假定你叫李华，你的英国笔友Peter想要你给他推荐一门你校开设的中国文化线上课程。请你给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1.推荐一门传统文化课程；
2.你的推荐理由；
3.你的祝愿。
注意：1.词数100左右
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

8 . 阅读下面的短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

National Love Our Children Day began in America in 2004. It     1     (fall) on the first Saturday in April.     2     (it) aim is to honor and celebrate America’s children and stress the     3     (important) of love as they grow up. It is also intended to promote the relationship of family members and raise awareness of the need to protect children     4     the harmful side of society. Some people may argue that every day should be Love Our Children Day. However, there are millions of other children     5     are less fortunate and grow up without a loving childhood. Healthy and happy children provide the basis for a safe society for future generations when they become     6     (parent).

National Love Our Children Day     7     (start) by the organization Love Our Children USA nearly 15 years ago. It helps to organize events across America to make children feel     8    (delight). Their website advises us     9     (spend) the day with the children and do something special together or buy them something they’ve been dreaming for     10     long time. Former mayor of New York City, Michael Bloomberg, also said, “All of our children deserve the love, encouragement and respect which they need to reach their full potential today and every day of the year.”

9 . 假定你是李华，得知你的外国笔友Henry对中国美食非常感兴趣。请根据以下写作提示，用英语给他写一封邮件。内容包括：
1.介绍中国食物的特点；
2.推荐一种受欢迎的中国美食；
3.欢迎他来中国品尝美食。
注意：
1.词数80左右
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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10 . To an outsider，any culture can seem confusing.And the UK's got a thing or two that raises a few eyebrows.However，understand the why and things might be less puzzling.    1    .

In a world where 61％of nations drive on the right，Brits drive on the left.Why? Most people think it goes back to Medieval，maybe even Roman times.    2     when you remember that right-handed people wear a sword on their left hip.Travelling on the left allowed you to   keep your weapon arm toward your opponent，who would be on your right.This practice continued until the 18th century when a law was passed requiring all traffic crossing London Bridge to keep to the left.

Visitors to the UK that have just washed their hands in an old-fashioned sink might be wondering why one tap is only for hot water，the other cold.    3    .So，why this oddity? It relates to a time when hot and cold water were kept separate to prevent pollution.Drinkable cold water came from a mains supply，but hot water came from attic tanks and was not considered suitable for consumption.So they were kept apart.

Millions of people drink tea worldwide，but the odd Brits put milk in theirs.Why? This mysterious practice relates to the quality of china cup used in the 18th century when tea was first imposed.For the majority of Brits，the cups available couldn’t stand the heat of the boiling water and would break，so milk was added first.    4    .And this practical tweak soon became a national habit.

    5    .As you can see，these odd Brits have perfectly clear reasons for left-hand driving，two-tap sinks and tea with milk.Even if they still seem strange，at least now you’re in the know.

A．This makes it difficult to improve

B．There is a method to the madness

C．This unusual behavior makes sense

D．You can know the origins of the practices

E．Either can make washing very uncomfortable

F．This cooled the cup enough to resist the boiling water

G．Here are the reasons for three of Britain’s more puzzling practices