In the past two decades, the Chinese studies programs
Today China attracts the West
2 . To give a tip or not? If so, how much? They can be headaches even for the most experienced tourists. This week, the main political parties in the UK have finally come to rescue by passing laws to forbid bars and restaurants taking tips from the customers.
However, not every country in the world takes the matter as seriously as the British, who are believed to have invented the custom in the 17th century — originally as a noble practice of giving small gifts to the so-called “inferior (低等的) classes”. Later, tipping has become a habit widely accepted in the world, although it is influenced by a nation’s culture and values.
A common joke among Americans is that only getting tax return is more confusing than tipping. Tips were imported into the country in the 19th century, when wealthy Americans began travelling to Europe. The custom was originally disapproved in the US. Critics accused tippers of creating a class of people who “begged for favors”. Fast forward to the 21st century and you will still find Americans debating the pros and cons. But tipping is now completely ingrained (根深蒂固的) in the national soul.
Like many Asian countries, China is largely a no-tipping culture for decades it was actually prohibited and considered illegal. To this day, it remains relatively uncommon.
Japan’s complex manner system includes tipping. It is socially acceptable on special occasions such as weddings, but on the other occasions, it can actually make the receiver feel ashamed, if not abused. Even on occasions where tips are expected,the money is expected to be sealed in special envelopes as a sign of gratitude and respect. Otherwise, it will be refused because tips are usually included in the payment for the service.
1. What’s the original purpose of tipping?A.To please the ordinary people. |
B.To praise people’s good deeds. |
C.To indicate people’s thanks to the poor. |
D.To show noble kindness to the lower class. |
A.Americans are used to giving tips. |
B.It is quite normal to tip in America. |
C.Tipping is very complex in the US. |
D.Getting tax return is simpler than tipping. |
A.Tips are totally forbidden in China. |
B.Tipping will become popular very soon. |
C.Good services should be put before tips. |
D.Tips can be accepted for special celebrations. |
A.Law | B.Culture | C.Economy | D.Tourism |
3 . The concept “China chic”, or guochao, has become popular in recent years. According to relevant data, from January to July 2022, the search volume for “Guochao” as a keyword has increased by 392. 66% year on year. Big Data Report of 2021 Guochao Pride Search from Baidu revealed that the level of interest in guochao has skyrocketed in the past 10 years. Domestic(国内 的)products are in fashion, and domestic consumption has increasingly become an important choice for the new generation of consumers.
China chic mixes unique cultural elements with the latest trends in various industries, which not only satisfies younger consumers' needs for pursuing personality and fashion, but also plays a role in bringing back traditional culture. The rise of China chic is the result of China's rapid economic development and has some cultural motivations behind it. Besides, the continuous improvement of the consumption power of Chinese people is an important reason for the rise of China chic.
Most importantly, cultural confidence is the driving force for the rise of China chic. Five thousand years of Chinese civilization has left us a rich cultural heritage. Guochao is, in many ways, the perfect representative of the new wave of Chinese nationalism. Starting in the fashion industry, this trend shows Chinese consumers' newfound interest in Chinese cultural heritage. The guochao trend is at its strongest among young adults who live in an even more powerful China and thus have a strong feeling of national pride. China's national strength is increasing, and its soft power is also on the rise. Even so, we still have a long way to go to carry forward this China chic. But as it has become a part of people's lives, no doubt there will even be more diverse China chic products showing Chinese charm in the future.
1. Which statement reflects China chie's situation in recent years?A.It has not often been searched in Baidu. |
B.It has gained great popularity among Chinese. |
C.It has attracted consumers of older generation. |
D.It has been widely accepted in different cultures. |
A.Risen sharply. | B.Dropped obviously. |
C.Remained stable. | D.Changed slightly. |
A.The rapid economic development of China. |
B.Cultural confidence from rich cultural heritage. |
C.Government's measures to bring back traditional culture. |
D.The continuous improvement of Chinese consumption power. |
A.The selection of China chic products is limited. |
B.China chic has little influence on people's lives. |
C.China chic still needs developing and improving. |
D.The author is disappointed at the future of China chic. |
The Lantern Festival falls on the fifteenth day of the first month of the lunar year and it is the first significant festival after Chinese New Year. It also marks the final day of the Chinese New Year
The main activity during the Lantern Festival is looking at lanterns. No matter where you go, you can see beautiful lanterns
Usually, riddles
Yuanxiao is the special food of the Lantern Festival. The round shape of yuanxiao symbolises reunion, harmony and happiness.
增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧),并在其下面写出该加的次。
删除:把多余的用斜线(\)划掉。
修改:在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意:1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;
2.只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
I'm delighted to know you showed a great interest in Chinese table manners. Now I would like to share you how to behave properly when inviting to dinner.
To begin with, the host will reserve a special seat for the guest, that is highly honored on such a occasion and is expected to be the first to taste the food served. Beside, chopsticks and spoons are usually used when you are eating in China. Third, you are not supposed to make a noise while drink soup. Last but not least, remember to thank the host for the delicious food he has been offered, which will surely make him happily.
I hope my advices will be of help to you.
Crosstalk, Xiangsheng in Chinese, is a
There are four
Jump into a taxi in Beijing, and chances are that your driver will be listening to a radio broadcast of a crosstalk show. These days, more and more foreigners are becoming interested in
1.春节燃放鞭炮的传统及意义;
2.在城区禁止燃放鞭炮的原因(污染、火灾及人身伤亡等);
3.你对无鞭炮春节的感受
注意
1.词数100左右
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯
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8 . Singapore’s tradition of eating out in places called hawker centers is now recognized by the United Nations for its cultural importance.
A hawker is a person who sells food or goods and advertises by shouting at people walking by on the street. Hawkers are an important part of Singaporean culture. Open-air eating areas where hawkers sell their goods are very popular. Famous chefs, such as Anthony Bourdain and Gordon Ramsay have praised them.
On Wednesday, the United Nations, cultural agency, UNESCO, added the city’s “hawker culture,” to its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Singapore sought to have hawker culture added to the list about two years ago. Now that it has been recognized, Singapore must provide a report every six years to UNESCO. The report must show efforts the city-state has made to save and support its hawker culture.
“These centers serve as ‘community dining rooms’, where people from diverse backgrounds gather and share the experience of dining over breakfast, lunch and dinner,” UNESCO said.
In the 1970s, Singapore cleaned up its streets so the city moved street hawkers to new eating centers. These areas were part of an effort to improve the island. Now, the centers offer many different low-cost meals for local people and provide a pleasing social setting. The 2018 film Crazy Rich Asians showed its stars enjoying meals at a famous night market. Some sellers even received Michelin stars from a famous restaurant rating system for their meals costing only a few dollars.
But, now the average age of a hawker in Singapore is 60 years old. Younger Singaporeans now want to work in offices. They are less interested in working in small restaurants. The COVID-19 health crisis also hurt sales, preventing foreign visitors and locals from eating out.
1. What do we know about hawkers from paragraph 2?A.They sell goods in the open-air area. |
B.They are famous chefs. |
C.They are Singapore natives. |
D.They are popular all over the world. |
A.For the efforts Singapore has made. |
B.For its importance in showing Singapore’s culture. |
C.For the report Singapore provided. |
D.For the recommendation by UNESCO. |
A.To advertise the film. |
B.To introduce the stars. |
C.To show the popularity of hawker centers. |
D.To help the sellers receive Michelin stars. |
A.The difficulties hawker culture are facing. |
B.The average age of hawkers. |
C.The effect caused by COVID-19. |
D.The future of the hawker culture. |
9 . USA TODAY 10Best's Readers Choice Awards are currently on hold.We asked our readers to vote for the top events across six categories:music,general food,specialty food,film,cultural and emerging industries(founded in the past five years).These are some of the winners:
Kutztown Folk Festival
The nine-day Kutztown Folk Festival is the nation's oldest continuously operated folk life festival,drawing visitors from around the globe.A celebration of Pennsylvania Dutch culture and heritage,the event includes America's largest quilt sale,200 craftsmen and folk artists,local food and family friendly entertainment.
Water Lantern Festival
The Water Lantern Festival is all about connections.Magical nights in cities across the US include food,live music and the beauty of thousands of lanterns decorated with letters of love, hope and dreams floating on the water.
Carnaval of Quebec
The Quebec Carnaval is a 10-day festival of winter,the world's largest,complete with nighl parades(庆祝游行),ice skating,snow sculptures and a towering ice palace.Other highlighls include ice canoe racing,a sugar shack and iconic Caribou drinks.
San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade
San Francisco has celebrated its Chinese heritage during its annual Chinese New Year Festival&Parade since just after the Gold Rush.The parade ranks among the best in the world, with 100 units,fancy costumes,fireworks and a 268-foot Golden Dragon,which takes a team of 100 men and women to march through the streets.It has become one of the largest events of its kind in the world,drawing some three million spectators and television viewers.
1. What can you see during Kutztown Folk Festival?A.Modern arts. |
B.Quilts for sale. |
C.Traditional weddings. |
D.Shows on stage. |
A.Kutztown Folk Festival. |
B.Carnaval of Quebec. |
C.Water Lantern Festival. |
D.San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade. |
A.include special food |
B.relate to parades |
C.take place only at nights |
D.have sculpture exhibitions |
1. What are the speakers talking about?
A.A family holiday. | B.A business trip | C.A travel plan. |
A.Spain | B.Italy | C.China |