1 . Here are a few interesting facts about Teachers’ Day around the world.

China celebrates Teachers’ Day on September 10. The tradition began in the 1980s to improve teachers lives and status and encourage everyone to respect teachers.

In India, Teachers’ Day is celebrated on September 5, in honor of Dr. Radhakrishnan. He was India’s second president and a person who believed in good education. Traditionally on this day, the teaching is done by the senior students while the teachers get a much-deserved break from their work.

The United Nations has made October 5 World Teachers’ Day. This special day was started to let the world see what teachers have done and listen to the teachers’ worries and the things they want to change.

In the United States, National Teachers’ Day is always on the Tuesday of the first week of May, so the actual date is different every year. The history of celebrating this day goes back to 1944.

In Germany, Teachers’ Day is celebrated on June 12 every year. People will express their respect to teachers with many activities. Teachers always receive prizes, presents, beautiful cards and other things.

Teachers’ Day is celebrated in Brunei(文莱) on September 23.

January 15 is Teachers’ Day in Venezuela(委内瑞拉).

North Korea celebrates Teachers Day on September 5.

1. How many countries mentioned in the passage have their Teachers’ Day?

A．7.

B．8.

C．6.

D．9.

2. What can we infer from Paragraph 3?

A．Radhakrishnan was the first president of India.

B．Radhakrishnan attached great importance to education.

C．On Teachers’ Day the teachers in India are still working hard.

D．Teachers’ Day is celebrated on September 5 in India.

3. What purpose did the United Nations create World Teachers’ Day for?

A．To encourage everyone to respect and honor teachers.

B．To let the world realize teachers’ contributions and encourage people to care about and help teachers.

C．To see what teachers have done in the year.

D．To have a dialogue with teachers.

2 . Mogao Caves

Regarded as the largest Buddhist cave site with the greatest amount of cultural relics in the world, the Mogao Caves, also known as the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas, is a large palace of art combining different ancient architectures, incredible painted sculptures and extraordinary varied wall paintings.    1    .

Most caves found in the Mogao Caves are examples of rock-cut architecture of different styles in terms of building and function.     2    . Many of the caves originally had wooden porches, but only five remains.    3    .

Dating back to over one thousand years ago, the wall paintings in the Mogao Caves, with an area of 450,000 square feet, are valued for their size and richness of content as well as their art techniques.     4     They display the history and folk customs of ancient China and illustrate a variety of stories, natural scenery and daily life of ancient people.

There are around 2,400 painted sculptures in the Mogao Caves.     5    . The early sculptures feature Indian and Central Asian styles, and later they show more Chinese elements.

A．Most of the sculptures are constructed on the hillside in wooden frames.

B．The two earliest porches belong to the wooden architecture of the Song Dynasty.

C．The amazing wall paintings are colourfully and vividly painted on the walls and ceilings.

D．It is well known for a great number of colourful wall paintings and a variety of vivid statues.

E．Additionally, the wall paintings adopted artistic features from Iran, India, Greece, and other places.

F．The caves are of different sizes, among which the biggest one is 40-metre high and 30-metre wide.

G．They illustrate the magnificent history and wonderful artistic and cultural achievements of several dynasties.

3 . I am a product of mixed cultures (dad is Arab, mom is American), and I have grown up with cultural differences all my life. This has made me very conscious of watching what people do in different cultures around the world. Cross cultural understanding is really necessary if you want to get along with people from other places.

It is very common, and not considered rude to ask a person's age in Japan when you meet them for the first time. The Japanese language is a rich and complex language that has different words to use depending on the age or status of the person you are talking to. Therefore, it's important for people to know your age range so as not to offend (冒犯) you by showing you less respect than you are due.

Hand gestures and signals are always better to use only in your home country where you understand what they mean, In Turkey, for example, allowing your thumb to protrude (突出) between your first and second finger in a fist is extremely rude. Also, don t make an "OK" gesture, unless you mean to call someone a fool.

Don't touch anyone's head in Malaysia, especially babies. Pointing is also considered rude in Malaysia, where directions are normally given with an open hand.

Giving gifts in China can get you into trouble. Certain gifts in China can cause great offence, such as giving cut flowers, which is only done at funerals (葬礼). Giving a clock is seen as bad luck since the words “giving a clock” sound just like the words “attending a funeral”. A gift of shoes would be interpreted as giving a gift of evil (邪恶). Nothing is expected to be associated with the word "four" because it sounds like the word “death”.

1. Why do Japanese like to ask others' ages?

A．To express their respect.	B．To satisfy their curiosity.
C．To avoid offending others.	D．To appear more friendly.

2. What may an "OK" gesture to a man in Turkey lead to?

A．A smile.

B．A fight.

C．Some help.

D．An agreement.

3. What should you avoid doing in Malaysia according to the text?

A．Sending cut flowers to others.

B．Opening your hands in the street.

C．Putting your hand on a child's head.

D．Purchasing a clock for your friend.

4. Which of the following can be the best title for this text?

A．Cultural Differences Around the World

B．The Meaning of Culture in the Author's Eyes

C．Communication Is Important in Modern Society

D．Living Abroad Helps to Learn Different Cultures

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

The cultural and creative industry refers to the part of the modern economy     1     culture is produced and distributed through     2     (industry) means.It applies the creativity     3     the generation of original cultural products, which may have commercial value either through direct sale     4     as intellectual property. The industry     5     (typical) brings together the arts, media, and design sectors, with a focus upon digital technologies and opportunities of globalization.

While discussion of the industry can be traced back to the 1940s, it was in the 2010s     6     they caught mass public attention. Policy strategies to develop the industry are associated with expanding markets for cultural goods and services. They seek     7     (develop) the industry by promoting creativity,     8     (lead) to the development of original forms of intellectual property. Besides, supporting industries     9    (base) around culture and entertainment also develop. It serves as an alternative to traditional manufacturing industry.

Over the past years, interest in the industry     10     (range) across communication, media and cultural studies, performing arts, and applied cultural economics.

5 . Chinese and Western eating habits are different. In China, the dishes are placed on the table and everybody shares. It is always polite to let guests or elderly people at the table taste every dish first. But in the West, everyone has his or her own plate of food.

Although there are no strict rules on how to set chopsticks and spoons, there are some things you should never do during a Chinese banquet.

Firstly and most importantly, don’t put your chopsticks upright in the rice bowl. Instead, lay them on your dish. The reason for this is that when people die, family members give them a bowl full of rice with a pair of chopsticks sticking out upright in it. So if you stick your chopsticks into rice bowl, it appears that you want someone at the table to die.

Make sure the spout of the teapot is not facing anyone, as this is impolite. The spout should always be directed to where nobody is sitting, usually just outward from the table.

Don’t tap on your bowl with your chopsticks. Beggars tap on their bowls, so this is not polite. Also, when the food is coming too slow in a restaurant, you should not tap on your bowl. If you are in someone’s home, it is like insulting the cook.

1. What is the difference between Chinese and Western eating habits according to Para.1?

A．In China people are very polite, while in the West people are not so.

B．In China people share the dishes, while in the West people eat separately.

C．In China people use the chopsticks, while in the West people use the knife and fork.

D．None of the above.

2. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

A．It is polite to taste the dishes before the guests or the elderly.

B．You can put your chopsticks wherever you want.

C．Never tap on your bowls with the chopsticks during the meal.

D．Teenagers can stick their chopsticks in the rice bowl.

3. The underlined word “insulting” in the last paragraph probably means “________”.

A．playing jokes on	B．laughing at
C．treating badly	D．looking down upon

6 . Celebrating the holidays can mean different things to different people. Some choose to leave for a trip, while others choose to stay at home with family. Whichever type of person you are, here are some advantages and disadvantages to both decisions.

Staying at Home for the Holidays

Staying at home for the holidays usually means spending time with your family or close friends. You get to do holiday traditions with your family. When you choose to stay at home for the holidays, you can also have more time to catch up on sleep and relaxation. What's more, choosing to stay at home might be cheaper in the long-run, causing you to be somewhat more stress-free. You can also get to those things you have been meaning to get to and make appointments to get your hair, nails, or whatever else you would like done. Some disadvantages may be that you have to deal with some family members that you may not get along well with, or the boredom when you have nothing else to do. You may also not get the luxury of having your bed made for you, like if you were staying at a hotel out of town.

Travelling for the Holidays

Travelling for the holidays can be an amazing experience wherever you go. Theme parks like Disney World enable people, especially children, to see cartoon characters and fantastic castles. Big cities such as Shanghai usually offer lots of sightseeing, various types of cuisine and exciting activities. People also like travelling to places where there is stuff they can't really do at home. For example, people who live in the southern part of China may travel to colder places during Spring Festival, like Harbin, because there is snow and they can enjoy activities such as skiing and snowboarding. One disadvantage is that travelling during holidays can be a little more expensive than usual. You might also run into a little stress, depending on how smoothly your flight goes and whether your travelling arrangement is satisfying.

Overall, no matter how you choose to spend your holidays, make sure it is filled with the people that are closest to you and with lots of love.

1. Which is NOT the negative part of staying at home with family members for the holidays?

A．You may have difficulty getting along with some of them.

B．You may get bored when you have nothing else to do.

C．You will have no time to do what you like on your own.

D．You may not have your bed made for you.

2. Why do some people from the southern part of China like going to Harbin during Spring Festival?

A．Because there is lots of sightseeing and nice food.

B．Because they can see cartoon characters and castles at Disney World.

C．Because they can do winter activities that they can't experience at home.

D．Because they think Harbin is more interesting.

3. What problem of travelling is not mentioned?

A．Your travelling arrangement might be boring.

B．You may spend more money on hotels or flights.

C．Your flight may be delayed or cancelled.

D．Many attractions can be very crowded.

7 . The Mysteries of The Maya

Extending south from parts known as Mexico into Central America,     1    .The Maya built impressive palaces and temples and step pyramids. How were they built without the use of wheels, metal tools or even animal power?     2     They applied this understanding to the Maya calendar, which was accurate to within 30 seconds per year.

The fact that Maya society was technologically primitive makes its achievements all the more incredible and mysterious.     3     By 700 AD, Maya civilization was at its peak. Yet, within just a couple of generations, it began to mysteriously decline. The cities were left to be taken back by the jungle.

Why Maya civilization collapsed remains a mystery. A deadly disease? Conflicts between cities?     4     They had turned wetlands into fields for growing grains, and had dug huge canal systems. As their population expanded, yet more land was needed for agriculture and more trees for construction. By changing the landscape in this way, the Maya people unknowingly reduced their ability to deal with natural disasters.

    5     Some recent studies have found that there were far fewer tropical cyclones (热带气旋) than usual between 700 AD and 1000 AD, which is likely to have led to a series of droughts. These droughts would have led to food shortages, conflicts and ultimately, the downfall of the cities.

Whatever the reasons, Maya civilization largely disappeared within the deep jungle. Its once-great cities fell into ruin, leaving various mysteries for later people to solve.

A．The Maya civilization leaves us thinking about the past, present and future.

B．But the greatest mystery is what caused the Maya to abandon most of their great cities.

C．The complicated writing system of the Maya hasn’t been interpreted completely by now.

D．Research also suggests those natural disasters may have led to the decline of the Maya.

E．Maya Civilization has been surrounded by mystery since its rediscovery.

F．Some research indicates that the Maya people themselves may have played a part in their downfall.

G．The Maya's understanding of mathematics and astronomy was also quite amazing.

8 . As a little girl, one of my favourite family traditions was held on the first day of May. Along with my sister, my mother and I would make simple rower baskets by making paper into cones (圆锥形). Then, we filled the bottom of the cone with small candies before putting some flowers into it

With our May Day baskets in hand, my sister and I became anonymous gift-givers. After hanging a basket on the front door of a neighbor or friend, we rang the doorbell and ran away. The goal was to remain secret givers.

Historically, the first day of May, often referred to as “May Day”, has been recognised as a celebration of spring, of life and growth. Parades (游行) and dances are ways that the day has been — and continues to be — celebrated in many parts of the world. Although formal May Day celebrations may be less common now, it is always worth celebrating. Here are some simple and lovely ways to celebrate May Day in our homes and with those we love:

Making a May Day basket is always a great choice. Although the May Day basket we made as children was simple, the making of the basket was a joy in itself. Consider making or buying some flowers for friends. Fill the basket with a few sweets and write a note thanking your friend or neighbour for their kindness, their presence, and their love.

On May Day, we also take flowers to a local hospital or nursing home. Flowers are always welcome in places that are too often full of sadness. Stopping to have a conversation with a patient and thanking a nurse would be an additional gift — to the receiver and to us!

Besides, we always give friends small gifts to celebrate May Day. A small book or magazine with a note, an art print celebrating spring — the choices are endless. When your friends are far away, an unexpected gift can reawaken friendship across the miles.

1. The underlined part “anonymous gift-givers” refers to people who ________.

A．are serious about gift-giving

B．don't know the value of gifts

C．are careful about every small detail

D．give gifts but don't want their names to be known

2. What do we know about May Day from the passage?

A．It is celebrated all over the world.

B．The date of its celebration has changed.

C．It traditionally celebrates the arrival of spring.

D．There is an increase in formal May Day celebrations.

3. In the author's eyes, May Day is a great chance to ________.

A．express thanks

B．visit faraway friends

C．read a book or magazine

D．stay with family members

4. What is the passage mainly about?

A．The history of May Day.	B．Great family traditions.
C．Celebrating May Day.	D．Flowers for festivals.

9 . Few items make more of a fashion statement than wearing feathers. In Europe, the trend first came to prominence(引人注目) during the 16^th century Renaissance (文艺复兴) period, symbolizing wealth and power. Similarly, nowadays, the feather industry is seen as an expensive decoration for designer items, including handbags and boots.

However, the Native American culture falls on the opposite end, viewing feathers as sacred parts of their civilization.

Native American is the blanket item for a member of any of the local people of North, Central and South America, many of whom were wiped out by diseases brought over by European colonists. Today, their traditional culture survives to an extent in specific Native American Reserves around the US and Canada, aiming to protect the remaining tribes.

Though each tribe has its own culture, feathers are widely seen as a symbol of bravery and are often integrated into the iconic headdress or warbonnet(战冠) designs worm by the most influential and powerful members of a tribe.

As a key symbol for a tribe, a warbonnet should reflect a tribe's home. As such, they are usually made up of feathers mainly from the local area, which results in widely differing designs around the US.

Of these feathers, an eagle feather is the most highly valued. Within the Native American culture, eagles are regarded for their strength and bravery, meaning anyone who possesses or wears its feathers should also demonstrate these qualities.

Despite this spiritual significance, many not associated with the culture continue to wear headdresses with artificial feathers at music festivals and sporting events. Dennis Zotigh, Cultural Specialist, National Museum of the American Indian, said: “This is analogous to casually wearing a purple heart (a US military medal for bravery) that was not earned.”

Indeed, the feather is such a meaningful and spiritual part of Native American culture. So maybe the next time we find ourselves buying a shirt with a feather design or colorful feather earrings, we can appreciate the feather's symbolic history.

1. Why does the author mention the trend of feathers at the beginning of the text?

A．To introduce the origin of the feather industry.

B．To contrast the importance of feathers in different cultures.

C．To inform readers of the latest fashion trend.

D．To discuss the development of the fashion industry.

2. What do we know about Native Americans?

A．Most of them still live in South America.

B．Many of them died from diseases from Europe.

C．Headdresses are worn by most members of a tribe.

D．Different tribes use the same design for headdresses.

3. Why are eagle feathers highly valued by Native Americans?

A．Eagles represent wealth and status.

B．Eagles remind people of cool fashion.

C．Eagles are associated with freedom.

D．Eagles stand for strength and courage.

4. What's mainly talked about in the passage?

A．The development of the feather industry.

B．The meaning of feathers in the Native American culture.

C．The spiritual significance of feathers in Renaissance.

D．The function of feathers in fashion.

10 . Have you ever heard about Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Surely, they are all about finding the best deals on holiday gifts for yourself and family members. And have you heard about GivingTuesday? Here is something about it!

GivingTuesday is observed annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, which encourages people to help those in need by making financial donations or doing good in their local community. The “Global Day of Giving” was started in 2012 by New York City nonprofit 92nd Street Y and the United Nations Foundation.

Unlike Black Friday, GivingTuesday serves a more altruistic purpose. In its first year, the movement brought in almost $10 million for charities, and things have only improved since. In 2019, many GivingTuesday social media campaigns worldwide helped raise an amazing $ 1.9 billion from 27 million donors! Over the past five years, many higher education institutions have also been using the Tuesday after Thanksgiving to ask alumni for donations. In 2019, the University of Michigan, which calls it Blueday, received 5887 gifts totaling over $4 million, while Pennsylvania State University raised $710 000 to benefit over 85 University programs.

Though donating money certainly helps, there are many other ways to support the great cause, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can video tutor kids struggling with online learning, or team up with an adult to get groceries or medications for an elderly neighbor. Alternatively, call on your peers to help you with a service project that addresses an issue close to your heart, or pick one from the several ideas suggested on the GivingTuesday website. You can also donate your gently-used clothes and toys to local shelters, or mail a handwritten note to a grandparent or a friend you miss seeing.

What are you going to do to make a positive difference in your community on GivingTuesday? Let us know by adding your comments below!

1. Why does the author mention Black Friday and Cyber Monday in Paragraph 1?

A．To make a comparison.	B．To lead to the topic.
C．To arouse readers’ interest.	D．To express his doubt.

2. What’s the aim of GivingTuesday?

A．To promote the development of economy.	B．To attract people to buy more holiday gifts.
C．To call on more universities to donate money.	D．To encourage people to help those in need.

3. What does the underlined word “altruistic” in Paragraph 3 mean?

A．Selfless.

B．General.

C．Specific.

D．Complex.

4. What is Paragraph 4 mainly about?

A．Where people can offer their kind help.	B．What people can do on GivingTuesday.
C．How people can stay safe during COVID-19.	D．Why people need to support the great cause.