1 . On March 6, the 2024 Douyin E-commerce Female Consumer Trend Data Report revealed that in 2023 the order volume of horse faced skirts -a type of hanfu, the traditional style of clothing worn by the Han people-among female users on Douyin skyrocketed by 841 percent compared to the previous year.

“I’ve noticed that there are so many people wearing horse-faced skirts on the streets now, from young women to children; it’s unbelievable, ” said Wang Zicheng, a 23-year-old hanfu enthusiast.

He recalled that when he wore hanfu for the first time in 2018 at his coming-of-age ceremony, it was still a minority interest. Now, he is confident wearing it everywhere, even outside of China.

As hanfu gains popularity, traditional attire (服装) and modern fashion are merging (融合), influencing not only clothing styles but also cultural perceptions and people’s understanding.

Some hanfu enthusiasts argue that each design and structural form of hanfu carries distinct historical and cultural significance, insisting that these details should be adhered to (遵循) strictly. However, other consumers prioritize the aesthetics (美学) and comfort of the clothing.

Zhou Shuang, 37, specializes in character styling for film and television. She pointed out that for those unfamiliar with traditional clothing culture, it’s understandable for them to desire a mixture of classical elegance with modern fashion.

This combination is referred to as the neo-Chinese style. “Neo-Chinese style clothing design doesn’t merely layer traditional elements, but combines modernity and tradition naturally,” explained Zhou. “It aims to showcase traditional charm that resonates with (与……产生共鸣) the aesthetic preferences of today’s Chinese. ”

Despite the growing hanfu trend in China, there remains a lack of understanding among people abroad. According to Wang, he traveled to a dozen countries while wearing hanfu.

“They guessed about the origin of my clothes…, but none correctly identified that it’s from China,” Wang said. He believed this is because people in other countries have few chances to see authentic hanfu clothes and accessories.

A potential solution could be integrating hanfu into everyday attire. Indeed, Zhou’s students are currently exploring ways to preserve hanfu’s cultural heritage while accommodating the demands of daily fashion choices.

1. What does Wang Zicheng’s experience detailed in paragraphs 2-3 reflect?

A．The diversity of hanfu enthusiasts.

B．The cultural significance of hanfu.

C．The reasons for hanfu’s popularity.

D．The increasing recognition of hanfu.

2. According to Wang, why was his hanfu not correctly identified when he was traveling?

A．His hanfu did not represent a typical style.

B．Western tourists show little interest in hanfu.

C．People abroad were unfamiliar with hanfu culture.

D．Hanfu has mixed clothing styles from other countries.

3. What are Zhou’s students doing now?

A．Cooperating with daily fashion designers.

B．Protecting traditional hanfu in a modern way.

C．Promoting traditional Chinese clothing abroad.

D．Studying the historical evolution of the hanfu style.

4. What is the best title for the passage?

A．Hanfu: Reshaping Modern Fashion

B．Ancient Fashion: The Forgotten Beauty of Hanfu

C．Hanfu: An Evolutionary Journey Through Centuries

D．Hanfu vs. Modern Fashion: A Symbol of Chinese Nationalism

2 . What does the woman mean?

A．The weather in London is excellent.

B．People hold different attitudes toward the sun.

C．London is worth visiting with friends.

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。

Since ancient times, phoenixes     1     (regard) by Chinese as birds that can bring happiness and good fortune. A male phoenix is called feng and a female one huang,     2     they are collectively called fenghuang (phoenix). Like the Chinese dragon, the phoenix is also viewed    3     a god or goddess. The phoenix is very beautiful, with the head of a     4     (gold) pheasant, the wings of a dapeng (a huge bird from Chinese legend) , the     5     (leg) of a crane, the beak of a parrot and the tail of a peacock, and is     6     king /queen of all birds, as well as a symbol of beauty, happiness and peace. Legend has it that when the state is in a state of peace and prosperity, the phoenix will descend from heaven     7     (live) on earth. When the phoenix appears, numerous birds will fly after it from all directions,     8     is called “birds paying homage to the phoenix”. In the feudal age, the phoenix was taken as a symbol of the     9     (noble) woman of the imperial court. The phoenix remains a popular image in Chinese folklore today,     10     (symbolize) good fortune, happiness and joy.

4 . 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，

The painting Prosperous Suzhou, ink and color on paper, 1,241cm in length and 36.5cm in width, is     1     (current) housed in the Liaoning Provincial Museum.The painting     2    (complete) in 1759 during the Qing Dynasty.     3    (paint) in hand scroll format (手卷) with cavalier perspective painting methods, the entire piece vividly illustrates     4    urban life of Suzhou during the High Qing era, with lively trades, countless businessmen and various goods. The whole scroll describes the local conditions and customs in the southern     5    (region) of the Yangtze River, including the landscape of lakes and hills, city wall and     6    (it) gates, ancient ferries and rowing boats, towns along the river, folk customs, and shops of all trades, all of     7    reflect the prosperity (繁华) of Suzhou in the mid-18th century. Therefore, it     8    (hold) extremely high historical and artistic value.       

China Post issued a set of six special stamps based on this painting     9    May 18,2022. This set of stamps, designed by Xing Wenwei, fully reproduces the artistic conception of the original painting,     10     (create) a unique visual effect.

5 . People may typically think of memory as the recollection of the past. Memory enables people to learn from past experiences and apply that knowledge in present circumstances. It is a vital part of our identity. So is culture, the way of life specific to a group of people.

Cultural memory is the constructed understanding of the past that is passed from one generation to the next through text, oral traditions, monument s and other symbols. Cultural memory is often amassed in objects, such as museums or historical monuments. To understand culture, humans access masses of cultural symbols, such as books. Artifacts (历史文物) of the past provide insights into where we came from. Libraries and the Internet keep a seemingly boundless amount of data on what it means to be part of a culture. Cultural memory is the longest-lasting form of memory.

Like all forms of memory, cultural memory has important functions. For example, it makes the experiences a nation owns clear. It provides us with an understanding of the past and the values of the group to which we belong. Besides, it creates a form of shared identity and a means for communicating this identity to new members. The most powerful forms of cultural memory may involve memories of past disastrous experiences undergone by groups of victims. For example, in Russia, their role in Word War Ⅱ- in which tens of millions of Russians were killed — is still an important part of modern Russian identity. Because all groups have cultural memory, it can bring about a spirit of resistance or survival among threatened groups.

The main function of cultural memory is not to recall the past, whether it be good or bad. Rather, it is to use knowledge of past experiences to avoid making the same mistakes again and again. Cultural memory enables people to adapt to their culture; it enables cultures to adapt to new circumstances by keeping traces of what worked in the past.

1. What is the function of the first paragraph?

A．Reporting a discovery of cultural memory.

B．Leading to the concept of cultural memory.

C．Introducing the importance of memory in identity.

D．Making a connection between memory and culture.

2. Which can replace the underlined word “amassed” in paragraph 2?

A．Accumulated

B．Overlooked.

C．Evaluated.

D．Created.

3. Russia is mentioned in paragraph 3 to indicate ______.

A．the features of cultural memory

B．the formation of cultural memory

C．the role of big events in Russian identity

D．the impact of cultural memory on identity

4. What is cultural memory mainly expected to do?

A．Pass previous wisdom down.	B．Keep traces of history.
C．Get people to know about the past.	D．Remind people of their identity.

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。

“Jianbing” stands are common in every Chinese city. At around five in the morning, the vendors (小商贩) appear with everything     1     they need, packed on the back of a bicycle or motorbike. They set up in unused spaces, doorways, or street corners and minutes before the first bing (pancake) becoming available on the hot griddle (鏊子), many people are     2    (ready) waiting for it.

Although these “jianbing” stalls might be temporary, this is no grab-and-go street breakfast. For “jianbing”, there is always     3     long line. You might be late for work, or filled with extreme     4    (starve), but that’s all irrelevant to the vendor behind the griddle.     5    (preserve) the crispness of the pancake and fried wonton wrapper, “jianbing” are never cooked ahead of time, so waiting for your turn     6     (be) part of the culture. Maybe in the midst of our busy days, this moment of     7    (silence) observation, of waiting while someone cooks something especially for you, is the true secret of “jianbing”. Buy a baozi (steamed bun) or other fast food instead, or you     8    (have) nothing fast to eat.

If “jianbing”were that easy to make, it would have taken the world by storm long before now. Part of the challenge in copying the dish is that the batter (面糊) and fillings     9    (use) in “jianbing” differ by region, and even by vendor. Many consider making your own “jianbing” impossible     10     months of practice and tuition from a master.

7 . 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。

For many of us in the UK and other parts of the world, having an electric kettle plugged in in the kitchen is a part of everyday life. But for people in America, it’s unusual     1     (use) a kettle–and the cultural difference has left many people     2     (confuse). Sophie Monk,     3     Australian host, recently sparked a debate when she     4     (detail) her experience of living in the US.

Sophie lived in America for 10 years before     5     (return) to her native Australia, and she was shocked at the fact that American people boiled their water on the stove. She said, “I was looking     6     a kettle, and they’re like, ‘Kettle?’ They don’t know     7     a kettle is. They don’t use them. They must heat water up on their stove. Yeah, no one has a kettle,     8     is crazy.” Although the concept of not using a kettle is more than a little strange to us Brits, there’s actually a pretty simple     9     (explain) for the decision.

In America, homes only have a voltage (电压) of 100-127,     10     in the UK and other countries, the voltage in a house is around 230. This means electric kettles in the US actually heat water more slowly than they do in the UK, so Americans haven’t bothered to invest in the appliances-choosing instead to boil on the stove.

8 . 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。

Were you born in the Year of the Tiger, the Rabbit, or maybe the Loong? Read on to find out more about the Lunar New Year.

The lunar calendar     1     (base) on the cycles of the moon. so the date of the Lunar New Year is different each year. In China and in many other places,     2     Vietnam, Singapore and Korea, the Lunar New Year is usually celebrated in January or February.

Each year is named after one of 12 animals. There is a traditional story about     3     the animals were chosen. The Jade Emperor,     4     important god in traditional Chinese religions, wanted to find a way to measure time. He decided     5     (have) a race for all the animals in the country. Only 12 animals actually managed to get to the race and the Jade Emperor rewarded them by     6     (name) the 12 years of the lunar calendar after them. The first to finish     7     (be) the rat, so the first year was the Year of the Rat. The other eleven, in order, were the ox, the tiger, the rabbit, the loong, the snake, the horse, the goat, the monkey, the rooster, the dog and the pig. In many countries, the animals are the same as these. However, in some places they are of a bit     8     (different).

Different places celebrate in     9     (slight) different ways, but the Lunar New Year is indeed a family celebration everywhere. The younger generation greet their parents and grandparents with good wishes for the year ahead. Older members of the family give younger ones     10     (gift) of money, traditionally in small packets.

9 . 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。

The Ocean of Stars, a symphony (交响乐) concert by Suzhou Symphony Orchestra, was staged at the Jinji Lake Concert Hall in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, on July 15, 2023.     1     part of the ongoing Hua Xia Music Festival hosted by Suzhou Symphony Orchestra, the concert     2     (conduct) by Chen Xieyang, featuring famous pianist Wu Chun. Chinese music     3     (work), including The Ocean of Stars and Mulan Psalm, all by Chinese composer Guan Xia, were performed.

The orchestra teamed up with Suzhou Silk Museum, presenting a modern show, which saw musicians of the orchestra wearing and showing     4     (tradition) Chinese silk clothes at the Jinji Lake Concert Hall. Started by conductor Chen, artistic director of the orchestra, the two-week Hua Xia Music Festival,     5     was in the third year, aimed at     6     (promote) Chinese music works.

Suzhou Symphony Orchestra also announced     7     (it) 2023-2024 season on July 15, which would close in July 2024. It was the orchestra’s     8     (eight) season, which gathered music artists with     9     average age of 30 years old from around the world.

The year 2023 marked the 65th anniversary of foreign relations between China and Algeria. It was the first time the orchestra     10     (perform) in Africa at the 13th International Classical Music Festival in Algiers, Algeria.

10 . 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 a foreigner crazy about Chinese culture, I especially love the loong, of which Chinese people     1     (be) proud since ancient times, believing the creature runs the water system and has huge power. Emperors in ancient China believed     2     (they) to be the embodiment (化身) of the loong.

Having spent years studying this excellent aspect of Chinese identity, I’ve learned a lot about it.     3     (discover) in central China, the Yangshao Culture that existed from 5000 to 3000 BC is     4    initial loong patterns began to appear. The Longshan period     5     (date) back 4,000 to 4,500 years is considered a critical stage in the formation of Chinese civilization, during which the unique loong patterns in the north and south began to integrate, and     6     new loong pattern appeared. As a symbol of royal power, the loong pattern has been     7     (continual) improved.

People in the Shang Dynasty had greater     8     (enthusiastic) for the loong, and the loong patterns of this period,     9     the basis of the original loong patterns, had the characteristics of birds, elephants, deer, horses and other animals, making the images more attractive.

After thousands of years of development, the loong eventually became the     10     (spirit) and cultural symbol of the Chinese nation.