The Goddess of the Luo River comes alive in a video, which was shared by Henan TV Station on social media platform Sina Weibo. The ancient tale of romance is given
The story of the Goddess of the Luo River has been the
But the reason why the video,
It's not the first time that Henan TV Station has gained attention with its appealing videos
2 . Have you ever had this kind of childhood memory: a family sits together casually, drinking and tasting tea after lunch or dinner?
After being spread to different parts of the world,
Traditional tea processing techniques and associated social practices in China consist of the knowledge, skills and practices concerning the management of tea plantations (茶园) as well as the picking of tea leaves, manual processing, drinking, and sharing of tea, noted UNESCO.
Weilu zhucha is a replacement in the cold seasons for the camping craze. Sitting around a stove, boiling some tea, people chat, admire the scenery and immerse themselves in traditional Chinese culture by boiling tea together in person. “
A.Take tea making for example. |
B.This can be fully shown by weilu zhucha. |
C.tea is common in Chinese people’s daily lives. |
D.It’s good to feel the warm atmosphere when boiling tea. |
E.China now has 43 items on the intangible cultural heritage list. |
F.tea has delighted and fascinated the world for a thousand years. |
G.This has been a daily activity for Chinese people throughout their history. |
Siheyuan is a special type of building found in China that represents the country’s rich traditions. These buildings
Siheyuan has
The main entrance of a Siheyuan
Beyond its physical form, Siheyuan represents the Chinese
4 . International tourism is becoming interestingly popular, and large numbers of people from all over the world come to visit famous places such as the Great Wall of China and the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican.
As for the damage, there are many different causes. For example, the paintings in the Sistine Chapel are being damaged by people breathing onto them when they visit.
In short, it is necessary to control tourism at famous places.
A.For example, special paths can be built. |
B.What can we do to deal with these problems? |
C.The Great Wall was built over 2,000 years ago. |
D.However, these visitors have caused many problems. |
E.Traveling is the best way for us to get to know the world. |
F.If we do not do this, these places will disappear from our planet. |
G.Their breath contains very small drops of water that are present in the air. |
5 . In India, one of the most significant festivals is Diwali, which falls between October and November. It’s a five-day celebration that includes good food, fireworks, colored sand, and special candles and lamps.
In honor of Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, people make special prayers on the first day to obtain blessings for welfare, success, and well-being. People welcome the goddess into their homes by decorating entrances with colorful lanterns and traditional designs. In addition, many people treat themselves to fine jewellery, praying for good fortune. Those who cannot afford so much, seek out cheaper items such as clothes or household goods.
The second day of the festival is called Kali Chaudas. For some, the day provides an opportunity to drive away misfortune from homes and businesses. They decorate their homes with clay lamps and create design patterns called Rangoli on the floor using colored powder or sand.
The third day is when the biggest celebrations occur, which begin early in the morning with a visit to a temple to seek the blessing of the goddess. As the sun sets, festival observers light up their homes with small lamps and enjoy delicious traditional foods with their loved ones.
The festival’s fourth day is celebrated in many different ways. Friends and relatives visit with gifts, sweets and best wishes for the season.
And the final day of the festival is called Bhai Dooj. It honors the close bond between brothers and sisters and is observed with traditional ceremonies and more delicious foods.
For children in India, Diwali is similar to Christmas. They get an entire week off from school and are treated to gifts, new clothes, amazing food, and, in the past at least, a large number of fireworks. It is no wonder that the festival ranks high among the country’s favorite celebrations.
1. People celebrate the first day of Diwali mainly for _________.A.good fortune |
B.colorful lanterns |
C.expensive jewellery |
D.traditional designs |
A.To design traditional patterns. |
B.To produce colored powder or sand. |
C.To help get rid of bad luck. |
D.To produce an opportunity in business. |
A.Exchange gifts and best wishes with his loved ones. |
B.Be busy decorating his home during the day. |
C.Get together with his sisters and brothers. |
D.Light up his home with small lamps. |
A.Having a week off. |
B.Getting Christmas gifts. |
C.Enjoying amazing food. |
D.Setting off fireworks. |
6 . No matter how many times you go, Dubai always has something new in store for its natives and tourists. Let’s take a look at a few must-dos for your first time in this impressive city in the United Arab Emirates!
●Hit the famous Dubai Mall.
Any shopaholic (购物狂) worth their salt knows about the Dubai Mall, one of the most famous and the most expensive shopping centres in the world.
●Mind your manners.
While you’re searching for the next adventure, make sure you follow some basic rules of conduct that the local law prescribes. For example, if you’re travelling with your significant other, public displays of affection are strictly forbidden.
●
Although you’ll find many tourists wearing clothes considered not entirely polite by the locals, there are certain rules that are strictly implemented in restaurants, malls, and entertainment centres. So, if you put on something considered inappropriate or revealing, you risk being asked to leave a place.
●Save some time for Jumeirah Beach.
Situated conveniently close to Burj al Arab, this spectacular stretch of the coast is a perfect way to spend some time sunbathing and enjoying the warm waters of the Persian Gulf.
●Prepare your palate for Emirati cuisine.
Have you ever had a chance to sample Al Machboos, camel meat, or Manousheh? Arabic cuisine has some of the most extraordinary delicacies you could possibly imagine, few of which are prepared in the same manner outside of their native lands.
A.Jumeirah Beach is about 10 kilometres long. |
B.Pay attention to your dressing requirements. |
C.If you’re travelling with kids, you’ll find the beach perfect. |
D.Try the authentic Arabic coffee for a flavourful taste of the East. |
E.Dubai is indeed a destination packed with adventure and culture. |
F.Getting drunk or using offensive hand gestures are all illegal activities. |
G.Home to around 1,300 stores, it is a wonderful shopping place. |
7 . A back injury drove Briton Rose Oliver to tai chi, which led her to her husband and then took both of them to China. Twenty years ago, Oliver’s back injury
In 2000, the couple moved to Shanghai. They taught
With the
Because of her
A.realized | B.destroyed | C.promoted | D.decreased |
A.limit | B.cheat | C.lead | D.devote |
A.figure | B.appetite | C.appearance | D.health |
A.instructor | B.colleague | C.director | D.classmate |
A.sports | B.language | C.music | D.art |
A.backaches | B.headaches | C.toothaches | D.stomachaches |
A.strengthened | B.faded | C.came | D.worsened |
A.previous | B.separate | C.shared | D.present |
A.holding on | B.standing up | C.turning away | D.giving up |
A.influence | B.support | C.education | D.agreement |
A.collecting | B.attending | C.analyzing | D.covering |
A.exchange | B.experience | C.support | D.observe |
A.inspiration | B.suggestion | C.adaptation | D.contribution |
A.natural | B.professional | C.significant | D.hopeful |
A.required | B.celebrated | C.respected | D.announced |
8 . Fan Jinshi, known as the “Daughter of Dunhuang”, has made protecting and researching Mogao Grottoes her lifelong passion.
In July 1963, shortly after graduating from Peking University, Fan made her way to Dunhuang without
To protect the treasure, Fan and her colleagues put doors on the caves, planted trees and started monitoring temperature in the caves. Mogao Grottoes took on a new look
In 1979, Mogao Grottoes were
In December 2018, Fan was awarded the
A.idea | B.plan | C.hesitation | D.schedule |
A.unhealthy | B.tough | C.pessimistic | D.negative |
A.delayed | B.disturbed | C.defeated | D.disconnected |
A.glanced | B.flashed | C.hit | D.happened |
A.peaceful | B.interesting | C.breathtaking | D.flexible |
A.in spite of | B.in terms of | C.on behalf of | D.on account of |
A.officially | B.exactly | C.eventually | D.especially |
A.rocketed | B.aroused | C.raised | D.inspired |
A.over | B.to | C.upon | D.with |
A.research | B.rescue | C.tourism | D.improvement |
A.looked out for | B.came up with | C.took charge of | D.made up for |
A.updated | B.loaded | C.referred | D.launched |
A.Meantime | B.However | C.Therefore | D.Altogether |
A.title | B.image | C.feature | D.outcome |
A.never | B.then | C.ever | D.still |
If you are really interested in music, you’ve probably heard of the Bestival Music Festival. It
In order to get to the campsite of the Bestival, you have to take a boat called ferry,
The festival lasts four days. During that time, you forget all your
I took part in the Bestival with my friends last year. It was so exciting and we all lost
China is known as a state of etiquette (礼仪) and ceremonies. Take the example of an interesting story. Once upon a time, a man went on a long tour
Gifts are regarded as an important part to show politeness in China.
Chinese used to cup one hand in the other before the chest as a salute (致敬). This tradition, nowadays seldom
If you follow the usual rules of etiquette in China, there is no need to worry about the cultural barriers, for the warm and friendly Chinese will try their best to respect your customs when