1 . Tea is enjoyed all over the world as    1    comforting treat. First, choose the type of tea you want to drink. There are various types of tea that offer different health     2     (benefit) and flavors. Next, boil a pot of water and pour it over your tea. Allow your tea to soak thoroughly. Add milk and sugar to increase the flavor of bold teas or add honey to lightly flavored teas if desired.

Green tea is known for     3     (it) high level of a cancer-fighting chemical. However, green tea is high in caffeine and can make you feel anxious and nervous if you drink too much. It is said that oolong tea may promote healthy skin and black tea can     4     (great) reduce the risk of breast cancer in younger women. White tea is helpful in preventing cavities and building the    5     (strong) of your teeth. There have been many claims about herbal teas which can do good    6    health, but there is limited research or     7     (support) data on these claims.

Most teas can     8     (buy) and transported in tins of loose tea or in small packages of tea bags. Some people believe that loose leaf teas have a     9     (fresh) flavor than tea bags     10     others prefer tea bags because they’re much easier to use and carry around.

2 . This message is to inform all the children that Santa’s post office in Himmelpfort, Germany, is open to receive your holiday wishes. That means you can mail your letters to Santa about 6 weeks sooner than that last year. Santa knows you’ve been good and wants to make sure he and his helpers receive your wish list earlier.

Eight post offices are organized across Germany to answer all the letters children send. This year they plan to receive over 250,000 letters. Though the letters fly from over 80 different countries, Santa and his helpers can understand and make sure to answer all the letters.

In 1984, two children from Berlin sent their wish lists to Himmelpfort after spending their vacation there. Their letters were answered by postal employees and later Himmelpfort increased its helpers to meet the needs of increased mail traffic. Year after year, Santa and his crew use an eco-friendly powered vehicle to collect the thousands of letters they receive from young boys and girls. The great news for this year is that if you come to the beautiful town of Himmelpfort, you can drop off your letter and visit Santa in person, from Tuesdays to Thursdays until Christmas Eve.

Santa does not currently have an e-mail, Twitter or a Facebook account. He believes in old-fashioned communication. So get out your paper and write your wish list. Just make sure your letter is clear so you can receive an official response. Send your letters to

Santa
Christmas Post Office
Himmelpfort Germany 16798
1. This year Santa and his helpers         .

A．are eager to receive more wishes

B．keep traveling around 80 countries

C．are able to receive kids’ letters earlier

D．answer most of the letters for kids

2. From the 3rd paragraph, we know that         .

A．children from Berlin like spending holidays in Himmelpfort

B．post offices send kids all the presents they ask for

C．Santa uses a powered vehicle because of the heavy mail traffic

D．children can visit Santa in the flesh before Christmas Eve this year

3. Santa doesn’t have social communications online probably because he         .

A．is not sure about the online security

B．trusts traditional ways of communication

C．prefers official and formal letters

D．thinks written letters are clearer than e-mails

4. This text is intended for         .

A．tourists coming to Himmelpfort

B．teenagers preferring writing letters

C．parents preparing for Christmas

D．children planning to write to Santa

3 . 假如你是学生会主席李华，为了让外国人了解中国传统文化，学生会将举行“唐诗吟诵大赛”（Tang Poetry Recitation Contest），特邀请学校国际部学生参加。请你根据提示写一则通知。
主要内容包括：
1. 大赛目的和意义；
2. 主办方：校学生会。时间：2017年4月30日。地点：校报告厅(Assembly Hall)；
3. 范围：《唐诗三百首》(Three Hundred Tang Poems)。
注意：1. 词数100左右；

2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文流畅。

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Do you want to have a further knowledge of Chinese culture?

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4 . Tipping isn’t a big part of British culture, unlike in North America, where waiters and waitresses are paid below minimum wage. Tips are usually appreciated, but offering a tip of some services can cause confusion.

In casual restaurants, where you pay for your order at a counter but food is brought to your table, tipping is uncommon. You are welcome to leave a pound or two if you wish. In restaurants where you place your order with a waiter or a waitress and receive your food and bill at your table, it’s customary to tip around 10 percent. In some restaurants, a service charge may be added to the bill automatically, typically 10 or 12.5 percent. In this case, you don’t need to add a further tip. When you pay by credit card, the machine may ask if you want to add a tip. Check your bill to see if a service charge has already been added before paying—if so you don’t need to add a tip on the machine. You can request the service charge be removed from your bill if you are unhappy with the service. In some cases a restaurant may print “service not included” on the bill or menu. This is a request for a tip. You’re not forced to offer anything, but 10 percent would be normal in this situation. Tipping in cafes and fast food restaurant is not expected.

If you use a taxi, round the fare up to the nearest pound shown on the meter. On a journey from or to the airport in a booked minicab you might wish to trip 2 or 3 pounds if the driver helps with your bags.

Be sure to check a country’s tipping culture before you start your tip. For more information, visit TripAdvisor.com.

1. According to the text, ________ in British culture.

A．it is necessary to tip if you are served in cafes

B．it is confusing to tip if you receive your bill at your table

C．it is customary to tip if “service not included” is printed on the bill

D．it is compulsory to tip even if the service is unsatisfying in some restaurants

2. When you pay by credit card, _________.

A．the service charge can be added on the machine

B．the service charge must have been included in the bill automatically

C．the service charge can’t be refused

D．the service charge needn’t be checked before you pay

3. If the British taxi meter shows 58.4 pounds, you are expected to pay ________.

A．58.4 pounds	B．59 pounds
C．61 pounds	D．64 pounds

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Introduction of TripAdvisor.com	B．Occasions for Tipping
C．Advice on Tipping in Restaurants	D．British Ways to Tipping

5 . Peking Opera is being introduced to primary and middle school students in an effort     1     (promote) the traditional art to the younger generation in our country. Textbooks about Peking Opera were firstly compiled and published by People’s Education Press in 2015. The textbooks for     2     (option) courses have been put on trial use in junior middle schools in the Fengtai district and     3     (use) in middle schools across the city in the future. The textbooks     4     primary schools also will be rolled out.

Since 2008, Beijing     5     (start) a program to provide opera training at dozens of primary schools. Peking Opera arose during     6     rule of Emperor Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty. It flourished for decades in China and     7     its fame spread, it drew audiences in other countries,     8     (include) the United States and Japan. Yet over the years, its     9     (popular) faded away. While a significant number of people listened to radio productions of Peking Opera before the 1980s, generations     10     (bear) after that pursued pop culture over the traditional arts.

6 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填人适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

Table manners vary from culture to culture.     1     is acceptable in one country may be considered extremely rude in another. Here we will tell you about the traditional table manners     2     the modern table manners in Korea.     3     (tradition), it was the woman’s job     4     (cook) food and set the table. The woman would sit     5     her husband to make sure that he had everything he needed for a pleasant meal. Only     6     the husband finished would the woman and her children eat. Nowadays, table manners have changed a lot.     7     of the family members eat together at the same time. It is common to see everyone help with the meal,     8     (include) the husband. One tradition, however, has not changed. It is the oldest person that starts the meal.     9     (stay)until the oldest person is finished is considered to be     10     basic tradition of Korean table manners.

7 . Developed from ideas by Confucius during the Spring and Autumn Period, Confucianism(儒家思想) is a philosophical and ethical (道德的) system     1    has become an influential part of Chinese culture.

Confucianism was first set up by Confucius. And later it     2    (develop) by philosophers (哲学家) ，including Mencius, Dong Zhongshu, Wang Yangming and others. After Confucianism gained a supreme position in the Han dynasty more than 2,0000 years ago, its influence went into all walks of life and all streams of     3    (think) in Chinese society for the generation to come. Its Junzi philosophy has become       4    standard of many Chinese people.

Confucianism means a lot not only to China, but also to the world. Today, mottos from Confucianism     5    (be) frequently used by foreign officials in their     6    (speech) or talks. People around the globe can have access     7    Confucius ideas in Confucius Institutes and Chinese Culture Centers abroad. The institutes and centers serve as non-profit public institutions         8    (help) foreigners better understand China through language teaching and culture introduction.

To date, China has     9    (successful) opened 465 Confucius Institutes in 123 countries and regions. There are also 713 Confucius Classrooms operating in middle and primary schools. Chinese Culture Centers are introducing China by opening training classes, building libraries, and         10    (hold) cultural activities.

8 . Kung fu is one of a number of Chinese martial arts designed to improve the body and the mind. It is perhaps one of the most widely known martial arts, because many films include its techniques. There are hundreds of styles taught all over the world, although they can be loosely divided into two camps: Shaolin style kung fu, and other techniques, some of which have a history that outdates the Shaolin order.

Shaolin kung fix has its origins in the fifth century. Like some other martial arts, it began in religious temples, where the monks sought a mind and body discipline (训练方法). In addition to the fighting style, it also includes mental exercises and religious practices designed to balance the whole body.

Shaolin temples resembled universities, integrating a wide range of subjects of study. Therefore, traditional Shaolin styles such as Wing Chun, Crane, Praying Mantis, and Hung Gar took knowledge from fields outside martial arts, such as the healing arts and meditation. Supporters for Shaolin styles believe that they are more rounded martial arts styles, and that learners will benefit from them on a whole body level.

Other fighting styles, some of which predate the Shaolin style, are also lumped under the kung fu umbrella. They include Pa-Kua, Eagle Claw, and Eight Drunken Immortals styles. These disciplines are not considered to be Shaolin style because they did not originate in temples and are focused primarily on fighting techniques.

Whether Shaolin or otherwise, kung fu is characterized by self defense strategies that turn the energy of an attacker against him or her. Although the techniques may vary, most styles teach throws, kicks, punches, and the use of weapons. In addition to the physical discipline, most place a great importance on respect, honor, and living a balanced life.

1. What is the text mainly about?

A．The reason why kung fu is important.

B．The different styles of Shaolin kung fu.

C．The functions and branches of kung fu.

D．The differences between Shaolin style and others.

2. We can learn from the first paragraph that kung fu       .

A．is good for people physically and mentally

B．has the longest history in Shaolin temples

C．is something that are taught in many films

D．has only two important styles left at present

3. Which of the following is true about Shaolin kung fu according to the text?

A．Shaolin kung fu was invented earlier than other styles.

B．Some Shaolin styles are connected with healing arts.

C．Wing Chun is not included in Shaolin Style kung fu,

D．Pa-Kua and Eagle Claw are under Shaolin Style umbrella.

4. What do most styles of kung fu have in common?

A．They all began in religious temples in China.

B．They teach physical skills instead of use of weapons.

C．They focus on attacking the enemy first with your energy.

D．They require learners to be respectful and honor themselves.

9 . 假定你是李华，来自澳大利亚的交换生Tom在周末逛街时，发现很多商铺门上有过年时贴的春联。他对此非常感兴趣，想进一步了解贴春联（spring couplets）这一中国春节习俗。请根据提示给他写一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1．介绍贴春联的习俗（时间、地点、内容、意义等）；
2．其他。
注意：1．词数100左右；

2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；

3．开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。

Dear Tom,

I’m glad that you are greatly interested in the Chinese spring couplets.

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10 .

China’s Spring Festival, a    1    (celebrate) of the lunar year, starts on the 23^rd day of the 12^th month of the Lunar calendar and finishes on the 15^th day of the first month. Lunar New Year’s Eve and the first day of the New Year are its high point. China’s    2    (grand) and most important holiday, the Spring Festival has been celebrated in diverse ways throughout the county.

Among the various stores about the origins of the Spring Festival, the one most commonly    3    

(accept) tells of how Emperor Shun, legendary leader of ancient China, created it more than 4,000 years ago. On the day he    4    (succeed) to the throne(王位)and worshiped heaven and earth. Since then people    5    (consider)that occasion as the first day of the New Year and as how the Chinese lunar New Year came into being.

Winter is the relaxed season in China, historically    6    agricultural country. Having labored for a whole year, people take a rest at this time    7    (prepare)for the coming year. The coming New Year also signals the approach of spring,    8    grass and tree leaves start to produce new shoots. The sacrifices that people offer    9    gods and ancestors are prayers for favorable weather, peace, and large harvests, and give Spring Festival    10    (joy).