1 . 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 annual Yuyuan Garden lantern show in Shanghai, which is     1    (original) from the Han Dynasty, has been listed as one of China’s forms of intangible cultural heritage. It is one of the country’s oldest lantern fairs,     2     locals go to enjoy the festive atmosphere and wish each other well. Now, the beloved Yuyuan Garden lantern show     3    (take) place outside of China for the very first time,     4     60 large-sized structures and more than 2,000 lanterns lighting the oldest amusement park in Paris.

From dragon-shaped lanterns to patterns     5    (inspire) by the legendary world of “The Classic of Mountains and Seas”, a Chinese literary classic, the Yuyuan Garden lantern show in Paris has built a world of lights and imagination for visitors, showcasing the charm of traditional Chinese culture. Highlighting various cultural and     6    (spirit) symbols, the lantern displays include mythical creatures such as Kunpeng and Yinglong,     7    (represent) ambition and strength.

Beyond the lanterns, visitors can also admire traditional Chinese costumes and     8    (accessory), and enjoy Chinese cuisine. With a mixture of dancing, acrobatics (杂技)     9     martial arts performances, the lantern show promises to be     10     immersive experience in the world of Chinese folklore and lanterns.

More than just a lantern show, it also serves as an opening activity to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France in 1964.

2 . 阅读下面材料，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 its first appearance in Paris in mid-December, the Yuyuan Garden Lantern Show     1     (attract) huge crowds to admire its fine designs and     2     (color) lights during the cold winter nights at the 163-year-old Jardin d’Acclimatation amusement park.

It is the first time that the lantern show,     3     national intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产) item in Shanghai, has been held outside China.

The show, which opened on Dec.15 in Paris at the same time as the one that opened in Shanghai’s Yuyuan Garden,     4     (be) among events celebrating the     5     (sixty) anniversary of the establishment of China-France diplomatic relations. It also welcomes the China-France Year of Culture and Tourism. The show will run through Feb. 25.

According to the event’s organizer Yuyuan Inc., 3,000 online tickets     6     (buy) up in a day, with additional ones being sold in-person.

At the brightly lit double dragon-shaped gate, long lines     7     visitors can be seen at the entrance.

    8     (theme) on “Classic of Mountains and Seas”,     9     shares the name of the ancient Chinese mythology (神话) Shan Hai Jing, the event comprises 60 large Chinese lantern sets and 2,000 traditional lanterns,     10     (allow) visitors to appreciate the breathtaking art of Chinese lanterns and broader Chinese culture.

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。
Chinese Loong is the fifth animal of the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle,     1    (consider) to be mythical and symbolic of fortune. Recently, sales of things with dragon elements have witnessed explosive growth on e-commerce platforms.

Data from an e-commerce platform show that searches     2     dragon-related goods via its online marketplace have reached 23 million.    3     is said that since January, goods with dragon-themed elements, such as daily necessities, alcohol and gold jewelry,     4    (prefer) by consumers.The purchasing excitement is expected to     5    (huge) boost consumer confidence and improve the recovery of consumption．

Purchases by the post-1990s and post-2000s generations accounted for nearly 55%, while consumers in Guangdong province, Beijing, Jiangsu province in that order,     6    (be) the top three spenders on dragon-featured items.Because the dragon is an important symbol of Chinese traditional culture     7     good luck, Chinese consumers are expressing their hopes for     8     better life in the new year.

“Brands should capitalize on traditional Chinese culture to launch more innovative     9    (product),” a research fellow said,     10    (stress) that Spring Festival is the traditional festival Chinese people attach the most importance to, and it’s also a peak season for consumption.

4 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Every Lunar New Year, China introduces a zodiac(生肖) sign from a cycle of 12 lucky animals. This year, it’s the Year of the Dragon, or more     1     (accurate), ”the Year of the Loong”. Then what’s the difference?

The Western     2     (describe) of dragons as “fire-breathing winged creatures” was inspired by literature such as Beowulf - the Old English epic about a Scandinavian hero     3    contribution was killing monsters, including a dragon. Greek fairy tales also presented dragons    4    violent sea monsters or guards of valuable     5     (possession). By contrast, “loong”, a word    6     (create) in the 19th century, reminds people of strength and fortune, and should    7     (distinguish) from its Western cousin. In Shiji,     8    2, 000-year-old Chinese history book, the emperor’s mother dreamed of a dragon lying on her body,     9     (predict) the birth of a future emperor. Exactly for this reason, Chinese people proudly claim they are “descendants of the Loong” .

Therefore, some culture experts have been calling for a switch to ”loong”     10     (tell) the Chinese dragon from the frightening monsters of Western tales. The call is also in line with the push for cultural confidence to choose the preferred translation of the Mandarin word for a creature long respected in Chinese culture.

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，并将答案填写在答题卡相应的位置上。

The 38th Qinhuai Lantern Festival Lights Up China

On the evening of February 2, the 2024 “Light Up China” event, the 38th annual China Qinhuai Lantern Festival lighting ceremony,     1    (begin) at the Bailuzhou Park in Nanjing, Jiangsu province. The Qinhuai Lantern Festival,     2     is also known as the “Jinling Lantern Festival”, is a folk cultural activity spread in Nanjing in history. It is usually held during the Spring Festival to the Lantern Festival every year. It is the most famous lantern festival in China and it is included in the national intangible cultural heritage list.

With the Bailuzhou Park, the Confucius Temple Scenic Area and the Laomendong District serving     3     main display venues, this year’s Qinhuai Lantern Fair has set up 7 exhibition areas with 330 lantern installations.

    4    (compare) to previous years’ lantern festivals, one of the major highlights this year is the remarkable “the Year of the Dragon” theme. For instance, at the front of the Linxing Gate of the Confucius Temple in Nanjing, the lantern display features twin dragons winding around pillars, blowing out dragon pearls, symbolizing auspiciousness (吉祥) and reunion. Meanwhile, the Bailuzhou Park takes     5    (inspire) from the “Illustration of Lanterns in the Shangyuan Festival” as its creative theme, showing     6     total of 68 sets of lanterns in various sizes and forms, recreating the splendid scene of observing lanterns during the Ming dynasty as described in the ancient artworks.

The Lantern Festival in Nanjing this year not only celebrates the traditional customs of the Lunar New Year but also highlights the city’s cultural heritage and     7    (innovation) spirit, drawing visitors from across the nation     8    (participate) in the joyous celebrations.

A local elderly person said to a news reporter     9    (proud), “It has the reputation of No. 1 Lantern Festival in the world and the Qinhuai Lantern Festival     10    (be) the best in the world. It is the only large-scale comprehensive lantern festival in China that integrates lantern exhibitions, lantern festivals and lantern markets.”

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Six international couples from China, the United States, India, Greece and Lebanon participated     1     a themed event in Chongqing’s Rongchang district on the traditional Lantern Festival, which falls on Saturday this year.

The group took part in many activities     2     (joyful), such as making yuanxiao, solving riddles, and making lanterns     3     (dress) in hanfu that is traditional Chinese-style clothing.

“It is my     4     (two) visit here,” said 44-year-old Georgios Marketakis from Greece. “I like everything I see here.”

“There are so many glorious folk cultures in China     5     need to be promoted,” said Marketakis’s wife, Chen Linxia, 38, a local resident. The couple said they had enjoyed another     6     (impress) traditional festival in Rongchang. In another folk experience, Marketakis made a wall hanging by plant dyeing (染色) and     7     (draw) on a piece of Rongchang xiabu, a traditional handmade textile (纺织品). The weaving techniques     8       (list) as a national cultural intangible heritage (非物质文化遗产)in 2008.

Their handwork was coached by 32-year-old local Tang Yi     9     her husband, Ivan Andrew Chen, 35, who is from India. To spread the xiabu culture, the couple are now settling in Rongchang.

Rongchang, one of historical     10     (city) in Southwest China, claims three national cultural intangible heritages, including Rongchang xiabu, Rongchang pottery and Rongchang folding fan products.

7 . The cuisine that marks Christmas is as diverse as the people feasting on it. Here’s a look at how the locals celebrate Christmas through cuisine in their countries, which will give you a glimpse of the celebrations.

England

The real festivities start on Christmas morning with champagne and smoked salmon. After the King’s or Queen’s annual Christmas speech, it’s time for the main meal, typically including a turkey or roast beef accompanied by various side dishes.

France

The French celebrate their Christmas Eve with a lavish meal, with seafood served first. The main course usually consists of a rooster that’s renowned for its tenderness. Fine red wine from Burgundy can’t be missed of course.

Italy

Similar to France, Italians celebrate Christmas on the eve. The locals typically attend midnight Mass and then indulge in a lavish meal before heading to church. For the main course, northern Italians often have stuffed turkey, while those in seaside areas may feast on a large baked sea bass accompanied by roasted potatoes and vegetables.

Greece

After attending an early morning holy communion in church on Christmas, Greeks go home for an all-day eating gathering. Families gather around the fireplace, feasting on a special wheat bread only made at Christmas. Later, the main course may include roast chicken stuffed with chestnuts.

1. What activity distinguishes England in Christmas celebration?

A．The seafood-themed dinner.	B．The yearly Royal address.
C．The religious ceremony.	D．The main course featuring turkey.

2. To experience the religious atmosphere, you’d better spend Christmas in ________.

A．France and Italy.	B．England and France.
C．England and Greece.	D．Italy and Greece.

3. From which column of the magazine is the passage probably from?

A．Religion and culture.	B．Diet and health.
C．Festival and tradition.	D．Sports and fitness.

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。

Chinese Loong Year, also known as the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is a vibrant and festive celebration     1     (mark) the beginning of the lunar calendar. This annual event is deeply     2     (root) in Chinese culture, symbolizing renewal, family reunions, and guiding in of good fortune.

The festivities typically span 15 days,     3     colorful parades, dragon and lion dances, and dazzling fireworks shining the streets. Families come together for plentiful feasts, exchanging gifts, and paying     4     (respect) to ancestors. The air is filled with the sounds of joyous laughter and traditional music.

One of the     5     (much) iconic features of Chinese New Year is the red decorations brightening homes and streets. Red symbolizes good luck and     6     (prosper) in Chinese culture. People also participate in the tradition of giving and receiving red envelopes containing lucky money, known as “hongbao,” as     7     gesture of good wish and well-being.

As the Year of the Dragon, Loong Year is particularly auspicious, believed to bring strength, vitality, and success. People across the globe join in the festivities, creating a sense of unity and     8     (share) celebration.

Chinese Loong Year is a time-honored tradition that     9     (exceed) borders emphasizing the importance of family, cultural heritage,     10     the hopeful anticipation of a prosperous year ahead.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Which season is called “the holiday season”?

A．Spring.

B．Winter.

C．Summer.

2. When is Christmas on the Eastern Christian calendar?

A．January 7.

B．January 1.

C．December 25.

3. How do people celebrate Christmas?

A．By eating at fast food restaurants.

B．By uniting with their families.

C．By singing songs at home.

4. Where do people place Christmas trees?

A．On the Street.

B．In the church.

C．On public squares

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。

Led by China’s National Cultural Heritage Administration, the country’s first conference     1     (dedicate) to future trends in cultural relic conservation through high-technology was held on Wednesday in Chongqing.

The conference focused     2     China’s innovations in recent years in technological equipment for protecting cultural relics. It also looked into the challenges in the field     3     discussed future paths to better integrating high-tech designs into the country’s archeological     4     (project).

The experts discussed initiatives such as application of big data in the archeological field, the use of nuclear technology     5     (conserve) relics, and the application of Radar Technology Equipment in the archeological field.

Li Qun, director of the National Cultural Heritage Administration, said that the cultural relic protection equipment has become     6     “indispensable” means of the preservation of cultural heritage in China.

In 2018, experts from China and Italy gathered in Chongqing to share exchanges on technological inventions,     7     (address) issues such as stone relic restoration and new materials for wooden relic     8     (restore).

Aside from the main conference, an exhibition called Crafts First: Technology and Equipment for Cultural Relics Preservation     9     (launch) as part of the event. The show features 64 items of technological equipment such as a wearable smart piece     10     provides visitors with immersive experiences from inside the cave temples.