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2 . There is more of a connection between food and culture than you may think. On an individual level, we grow up eating the food of our culture. It becomes a part of who we are. Many associate food from our childhood with warm feelings and good memories and it ties us to our families, holding a special and personal value for us. Food from our families often becomes the comfort food we seek as adults in times of frustration and stress.
On a large scale, traditional food is an important part of culture. It also operates as an expression of cultural identity. Immigrants bring it wherever they go, and it is a symbol of pride in their culture and means of coping with homesickness.
Many immigrants open their own restaurants and serve traditional dishes. However, the food does not remain exactly the same. Some materials needed to make traditional dishes may not be readily available, so the taste and flavour can be different from what they would prepare in their home countries. Additionally, immigrants do not only sell dishes to people from the same countries as them, but to people from different countries. Therefore, they have to make small changes in the original dishes to cater to a wider range of customers. Those changes can create new flavours that still keep the cultural significance of the dishes.
We should not only embrace our heritage (传统) through our culture’s food, but also become more informed about other cultures by trying their food. It is important to remember that each dish has a special place in the culture to which it belongs, and is special to those who prepare it. Food is a window on culture, and it should be treated as such.
1. What’s the function of food mentioned in the text?| A．To help motivate homesickness. |
| B．To show cultural identity. |
| C．To reflect a country’s history. |
| D．To show a community’s superiority. |
| A．The specific traditional food. |
| B．The national culture. |
| C．A traditional expression of food. |
| D．The old-fashioned taste. |
| A．To attach cultural importance to their dishes. |
| B．To announce the beginning of their life on foreign soil. |
| C．To make the dishes popular among customers. |
| D．To present their own food culture in a new way. |
| A．Negative. |
| B．Balanced. |
| C．Unfair. |
| D．Unchangeable. |
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5 . Indian food is so good that it’s worth traveling for. Various food festivals take place throughout India every year, celebrating everything from rice to mangos.
The Great Indian Food Festival
With more than 75 food stalls from 12 different states, this is perhaps the mother of all food festivals in India in terms of national variety. It takes place in Delhi, in early November, and not only features food from all over India, but various activities such as eating contests, cooking demonstrations and cultural performances.
Asian Hawkers Food Festival
As if Indian food weren’t enough to entice (引诱), the Asian Hawkers Markel brings together the best of the best from all of Southeast Asia. This giant, outdoor festival has stalls serving all varieties of Asian delicacies (佳肴), including sushi, pad thai, pho, Peking duck, tempura and everything in between. The festival takes place over three days every mid-October in New Delhi.
Diwali Street Food Festival
Diwali Street Food Festival in Noida, is one of the biggest festivals in India. It takes place among the backdrop of the fireworks, lights and candles that take over the city once u year. The festival is full of India’s best street food, plenty of traditional Diwali sweets, cold beer, live music and dancing. Visitors planning a visit to India during Diwali should take care to book nights and hotels well in advance.
Sattvik Traditional Food Festival
This winter festival (late December or early January) seeks to highlight forgotten grains and popularize traditional dishes. The organizers of this event specially focus on recipes that are made from ancient crops and reintroduce them to the urban crowd to preserve and promote Indian food that is delicious, nutritious and in danger of extinction.
1. What can you do at Asian Hawkers Food Festival?| A．Show your cooking skills. | B．Have a taste of Peking duck. |
| C．Participate in eating contests. | D．Enjoy beautiful fireworks. |
| A．The Great Indian Food Festival. | B．Asian Hawkers Food Festival. |
| C．Diwali Street Food Festival. | D．Sattvik Traditional Food Festival. |
| A．It is the mother of all food festivals. | B．It serves varieties of Asian delicacies. |
| C．It needs to be reserved ahead of time. | D．It prevents traditional dishes dying out. |
Festivals
Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the
Festivals are what can reflect people's wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions when people spend time with family, relax and enjoy life. After studying festivals
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Several days before, some American students visited our school. From them I discovered some differences in school life among the US and China. For an example, each class lasts 50 minutes in the US, that is five minutes longer than that in China. Other difference is that their afternoon classes begin at 1:00 pm and school over at 3:00 pm. Then they take part in club activity or play sports. Also, many US students find part-time jobs in his free time. They don’t have a dream job in mind. They think there has no difference between jobs. Working is a useful experience for them and they made money at the same time.
1. What did the man buy?
| A．A pumpkin. | B．A lantern. | C．A costume. |
| A．Attend a party. | B．Go on a holiday. | C．Stay with her family. |
This time of year, you might see lions wandering and dancing in the streets. These aren’t real lions. They’re dancers in colorful costumes,
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10 . Music, nature and picnics in the sun: here are the best operas to catch this summer.
Opera Holland Park, London
For a mixture of urban and country operas, this open-air theatre is built each summer right in the heart of one of the most quiet parks of London. Book early as tickets sell out fast, and remember to bring a blanket to keep yourself warm on chillier summer evenings!
July 19 to August 3, operahollandpark.com
Glyndebourne Festival Opera, East Sussex
Glyndebourne is one of the oldest opera festivals in the world. It attracts some of the world’s greatest artists. Besides, the festival’s the perfect occasion to put on your black tie or evening dress, enjoy a long picnic during the 90-minute interval (间隔). Summer festivals don’t get better than this.
July 15 to August 5, glyndebourne.com
Grange Park Opera, Surrey
Though it’s relatively new, the festival attracts some of the world’s top talents and this year’s edition is no different, featuring performances by one of the world’s most charming mezzo-sopranos, Joyce DiDonato, and the charismatic baritone Simon Keenlyside.
July 6 to August 5, grangeparkopera.co.uk
The Grange Festival, Hampshire
Surrounded by lots of green plants and overseeing a beautiful lake, the Grange Festival in Hampshire is certain to be one of the most impressive feasts for your eyes. Arrive a bit early to take in the countryside views. During the lengthy interval, you’ll enjoy a romantic dinner—an essential part of the festival.
July 1 to August 29, thegrangefestival.co.uk
1. What should you do if you go to Opera Holland Park?| A．Put on your best dress. | B．Book tickets early. |
| C．Enjoy a romantic dinner. | D．Perform on the stage. |
| A．For about half a month. | B．For about three weeks. |
| C．For about a month. | D．For about two months. |
| A．Opera Holland Park. | B．Glyndebourne Festival Opera. |
| C．Grange Park Opera. | D．The Grange Festival. |
