A small village in Yunnan Province is
One of the best papermakers is Yan, who was already interested in Dai paper at an early age.
Unlike ordinary papermaking where trees need to be cut down, Dai paper is environmentally friendly. This is
Although Dai paper carries the culture and
2 . Living in a different country can be a culture shock for many people, so make sure you know about the food, customs and culture of the place you are planning on moving to.
The first thing that I did when I got out of the airport was to cross the road, but I looked the wrong way! In the UK the cars drive on the lefthand side of the road whereas in Spain they drive on the right. I almost got run over because I was still thinking I was in Spain. You have to be very careful when you move to another place.
Drink water
Time is different
If we are going for a proper night out at the weekend in Spain we might not meet until 10 or 11 pm at night or even later sometimes. This means we might not actually get home until 5 or 6 o’clock the following morning.
Greet everyone with a kiss
In the UK most men use a handshake to greet other men.
A.Be careful on the road |
B.Drive on the left side of the road |
C.In the UK that is already past the bedtime |
D.Different places have different cultures and rules |
E.In Spain, most people buy large bottles of water to drink |
F.In Spain, the days are warmer, the sun shines brightly and everyone is relaxed |
G.If they are good friends they may give each other a quick hug but that is about it |
Tea is a healthy drink. Drinking tea in China could be considered as an art and to help people achieve a sense of calm and renewed energy. It is also
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Tea serves three primary
Drinking tea together is a sign of respect. In ancient times, “tribute tea”(贡茶) was
4 . Every month, Zhang Lingling holds a party with her friends in a KTV room. At the party, all the people wear hanfu — a
Like Zhang, there are many young people who have a
A.traditional | B.extra | C.senior | D.informal |
A.delivered | B.inspired | C.reminded | D.preferred |
A.attracted | B.illustrated | C.approached | D.comforted |
A.observe | B.exchange | C.satisfy | D.select |
A.warned | B.told | C.whispered | D.detailed |
A.passion | B.position | C.talent | D.option |
A.Looking after | B.Looking for | C.Looking forward to | D.Looking through |
A.so | B.why | C.because | D.but |
A.ignore | B.earn | C.organize | D.recognize |
A.While | B.Whether | C.Since | D.Before |
A.different | B.acceptable | C.similar | D.former |
A.volunteer | B.lawyer | C.designer | D.editor |
A.bit | B.range | C.pack | D.slice |
A.various | B.positive | C.amazing | D.fashionable |
A.remind | B.seek | C.comment | D.know |
5 . Society tells us we should socialise to the fullest, and that those who are surrounded by people are the most successful and the happiest. These days, we’re almost always connected, whether in person or through our phone screens and online social networks. But there’s something to be said for solitude(独处), “Being alone doesn’t necessarily mean being lonely”. In fact, spending time by yourself is an essential element of self-care.
Around the globe, different cultures have wide-ranging perspectives on what it means to spend time alone. If you live or have spent time in the United States, you’re probably aware that Americans tend to reject solitude. For many younger people, weekends are packed with social activities, ranging from brunch with friends to dinner parties to game nights to drinking at bars and everything in between.
The United States isn’t the only place where you’ll find a heavy emphasis on social time. Across the Atlantic, the United Kingdom is known for being an extremely extroverted(外向型的)country. A survey of Brits found that more than half had never done and would be unwilling to do activities like going to theme parks or seeing live music alone. Most Brits spend almost twice as much of their leisure time socialising with others as they do being alone.
The home can be a place of rest, relaxation and recharge—that is, if you live by yourself or have the space to be alone in your home. The country in which people are least likely to live alone is India, at about 4 percent of the population. China is also quite fond of multiple-person households, with only about 10 percent of people living by themselves. In more collectivist cultures like these, many aspects of life are related to community. Thus, spending time alone isn’t as ingrained(根深蒂固的)as a social convention in places like these, and the good of the group takes priority over the needs of one person.
1. What can we learn from the first paragraph?A.People can benefit more from solitude. |
B.People tend to socialise more nowadays. |
C.Being alone generally equals being lonely. |
D.Being alone enables people to be carefree. |
A.Imaginative and wild. | B.Responsible and energetic. |
C.Optimistic and dutiful. | D.Outgoing and sociable. |
A.Because they share a specific culture. |
B.Because they lack some local customs. |
C.Because they possess enough home space. |
D.Because they give priority to their own needs. |
A.The Essence of Self-care | B.Enjoy Solitude, Enjoy Yourself |
C.The Functions of Different Cultures | D.The Perspectives on Solitude |
Porcelain, also called fine china,
Through the
7 . The Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM), located in the West Kowloon Cultural District of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, was established on June 22 and is scheduled to open to the public on July 2. More than 40,000 tickets were sold or reserved within eight hours on the first day of public sale, and all free visits on Wednesdays in July were fully booked.
The HKPM, not only adds to cultural atmosphere in the city, but also provides a new site for local residents and visitors to learn about the development of Chinese civilization and culture. More than 900 pieces of treasures from the collection of the Palace Museum in Beijing will be put on display at the opening exhibitions. From paintings to ancient architectures, the exhibits span the 5,000-year history of Chinese civilization, covering all categories of the collection of the Palace Museum, including 166 pieces of first-class cultural relics of the country. This will be the largest and highest-level cultural heritage exhibitions of the Palace Museum outside of the mainland since its establishment in 1925.
Prepare work for the exhibitions began in 2018, with the Palace Museum fielding a team of leading experts and scholars, associated with the manage team of the HKPM.
“It is a great thing to display the pieces of cultural relics in Hong Kong, which reflects the central government’s support to the development of Hong Kong’s cultural projects,” said Ng, adding that the exhibits from the Palace Museum will present a cultural feast to Hong Kong residents by telling them about the motherland’s long history and splendid culture.
“Promoting traditional Chinese culture is one of our important tasks,” said Betty Fung, chief executive officer of West Kowloon Cultural District Authority. She said the HKPM will actively push ahead with the publicity of the motherland’s culture and history after its opening, enhancing Hong Kong residents’ cultural confidence in the country, especially among youths.
Fung said that the HKPM will actively enhance cooperation with international museums, telling the world the stories of China, including the stories of Hong Kong.
1. What can we infer from the first paragraph?A.Hong Kong citizens can visit the museum freely. |
B.Hong Kong Palace Museum is warmly welcomed. |
C.Hong Kong citizens can enjoy the exhibition in June. |
D.Hong Kong Palace Museum opens within eight hours per day. |
A.900 pieces of first-class cultural relics. |
B.The history of Hong Kong since 1925. |
C.The development of international civilization. |
D.All categories of the collection of the Palace Museum. |
A.Favorable. | B.Disappointed. | C.Doubtful. | D.Puzzled. |
A.HKPM: Hong Kong’s Cultural Authority |
B.HKPM: Cooperation with International Museums |
C.HKPM: A New Cultural Landmark of Hong Kong |
D.HKPM: Showcase of Hong Kong’s Cultural Relics |
8 . There are many interesting festivals in the world. Some look really strange, but they have special meanings in their culture. Here are several strange festivals in the world.
Holi Festival
Holi is a festival held in India for 16 days in the spring season. In this festival, people in colorful clothes go outside at night to throw colors on each other happily. The story behind this festival is that the god Krishna got jealous(妒忌的) of his wife’s white skin so he went to his mother crying about his dark skin. His mother advised him to color his wife’s face the color he wanted.
Magpie Festival
On the 7th day of the 7th lunar month, Chinese people celebrate an occasion that look like western Valentine’s Day. In this festival, girls who don’t marry pray to have good husbands They also embroider(刺绣) a piece of cloth show their skills because they think it is the most important skill a wife should have.
Day of Death
Day of Death is a festival held in Mexico on the second of November. This day is meant to remember dead family. Homes and streets are decorated in bright colors. People who are dressed in skeletons(骷髅) decorated with flowers and different colors go to visit the graves, dancing and singing here. The festival goes back to American Indians who were keeping their family’s skeletons to honor their memory.
Day of Silence
Day of Silence is the Indonesian new year, and this day is quite important in Indonesia. What features this festival is its unique activities. Everyone keeps silent. People don’t use cars. They don’t go to work and they stop doing anything joyful.
1. Where is Magpie Festival held?A.In China. | B.In India. |
C.In Mexico. | D.In Indonesia. |
A.Throw colors on their wife’s face. | B.Show their husbands embroidering skills. |
C.Dance and sing in front of the graves. | D.Keep silent and stop doing anything joyful. |
A.The interesting story behind it. | B.Its long history. |
C.Its meaning like Valentine’s Day. | D.Its unique activities. |
9 . Traveling to China is the dream of many people but it is important to be aware that the Chinese culture is different from Western cultures. So before arriving in China, make sure that you understand the Chinese traditions.
The eldest comes first
In China, it is a big deal to respect the eldest one in the family. The Chinese have a great respect for their parents and grandparents. So if you are introduced to someone in a place full of people, always address the oldest person first, and do the same when you are leaving.
The host pays the bill
If you are invited to a restaurant by your Chinese friends, be prepared to eat and drink for free. And if you invite them, also be ready to pay all the bill on your own. And it is not polite if you don’t offer to pay it in full if you are the host.
Be aware of the chopsticks rules
Believe it or not, there are several traditions and rules involving chopsticks in China. So never stick them straight up to your rice, never drum (敲打) them, or have them in your hands while making a gesture.
Check if your gift isn’t on the bad-luck list
If you are offering a gift to a Chinese friend, be aware that there are many items considered to bring bad luck to them, such as clocks, umbrellas, scissors and knives. Presents should be given with both hands and never be wrapped in white.
1. Who is the most respected in social life in China?A.A millionaire. | B.A senior citizen. |
C.A wise man. | D.A powerful leader. |
A.Making a gesture by using chopsticks. |
B.Opening the gift as soon as you receive it. |
C.Offering to pay the meal in full if you are the host. |
D.Paying for the bill when you are invited to a dinner. |
A.Restaurant staff. | B.The assistants in the gift stores. |
C.The hosts of a party. | D.Exchange students to China. |
10 . The Irish have celebrated St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 every year for over 1,000 years. On this day, Irish families would attend church in the morning and celebrate in the afternoon.
Patrick, born in Roman Britain, was brought to Ireland at the age of 16. He was thought to bring Christianity to its people. During the centuries after Patrick’s death that is believed to be on March 17,461, the story of his life became popular in the Irish culture.
However, the first St. Patrick’s Day parade (游行) took place not in Ireland but in America. Records show that a St. Patrick’s Day parade was held on March 17,1601 in Florida. More than a century later, homesick Irish soldiers serving in the English army marched in New York City on March 17, 1772 to honor the Irish saint (圣人). Interest in the St. Patrick’s Day parades in New York City, Boston and other early American cities grew from there. In 1848, several New York Irish societies decided to unite their parades to form one official New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Today, the parade is the world’s oldest parade and the largest in the United States. Each year, nearly 3 million people watch the parade, which takes more than five hours. In 2020, the New York City parade was one of the first major city events that were canceled as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic (流行病) and people are still not allowed to attend it this year.
Although North America is home to the largest one, St. Patrick’s Day is also celebrated around the world, including Japan, Singapore and Russia. In 1995, the Irish government began to use interest in St. Patrick’s Day to drive tourism and show Ireland and Irish culture to the rest of the world.
1. What nationality was St. Patrick?A.Roman. | B.Irish. | C.English. | D.American. |
A.The meaning of St. Patrick’s Day. |
B.The result of the COVID 19 pandemic. |
C.The life of St. Patrick. |
D.The history of St. Partick’s Day parade in the USA. |
A.Applied for. | B.Left alone. | C.Stopped. | D.Expected. |
A.To show the Irish culture. |
B.To remember a famous person. |
C.To tell a story. |
D.To introduce a festival. |