1 . Why do more and more people show interest in cultural heritage (遗产) these days?     1     Maybe it’s because technology has made it easier to learn about our ancestors. Here’s a list of several ways to connect you with your cultural heritage.

If you aren’t sure where your ancestors are from, a DNA test can be a good way. Companies like Family Tree DNA will sell you a testing box that teaches you what to do.     2     There have been concerns about the safety—your DNA information sold to companies without asking you. If a DNA test isn’t your cup of tea, you can try several other ways.

One of the most enjoyable ways to learn about your family tree is sitting down with an older relative to chat about it. Talk in person with a grandparent, great-grandparent, or any other family member who’s been around long enough to tell you about the past.     3    

    4     So one way to bridge the gap between your family’s past and present is to cook a traditional meal. If your ancestors are from Italy, you can learn how to host an Italian dinner party. Invite some relatives to share your common heritage over a meal.

Learning a language is a unique way to connect with your ancestors and culture.     5     Once you’ve known the language of your ancestors, you may want to get in touch with your heritage by picking up the basics of that language.

A．Food is part of your cultural heritage.

B．This is a great way to learn about your ancestors.

C．You generally get your test results within a few weeks.

D．It can also let you meet new people and have more experiences.

E．Food can help you feel like you’re truly experiencing that culture.

F．People are eager to learn as much about our ancestors as possible.

G．Perhaps they want to have a sense of belonging in our globalized world.

2 . In traditional Chinese culture, fish has rich meanings. It ______ wealth. Fish also stands for harmony and happy marriages ______ they multiply rapidly and some times swim in pairs. Fish is an important ______ in traditional values and are among the signs showing that something is ______ to be successful. The most popular fish theme found in Chinese art and ______ is that of the carp (鲤鱼). The ______ of “boneless” techniques makes the swimming fish more real and convincing. Known to most Westerners as koi fish (锦鲤), the Chinese carp has ______ symbolic values within Chinese culture. The carp is a powerful symbol of ______. The scales and whisker (须) of the carp is ______ to that of a dragon, a great symbol of power in China. During the Spring Festival “lucky money” is ______ in red envelopes decorated with a carp and symbols of long life ______ peaches and pine trees. There are many different ______ of the carp, with the major ones being black, white, red and yellow.

“You are not ______, so how would you know the happiness of fish? ” Chuang Tsu created this famous saying when he ______ an issue with Hui Tsu. The message of the story is that someone has his own enjoyment while others can ______ appreciate that.

1.

A．produces

B．spreads

C．determines

D．represents

2.

A．so

B．because

C．unless

D．though

3.

A．picture

B．animal

C．food

D．symbol

4.

A．used

B．afraid

C．forced

D．likely

5.

A．technology

B．culture

C．transport

D．education

6.

A．identity

B．application

C．shortcoming

D．insurance

7.

A．selfless

B．peaceful

C．numerous

D．informal

8.

A．beauty

B．strength

C．smartness

D．wisdom

9.

A．helpful

B．true

C．similar

D．rude

10.

A．cut off

B．taken away

C．given out

D．used up

11.

A．such as

B．as a result of

C．owing to

D．in front of

12.

A．names

B．owners

C．shelters

D．colours

13.

A．fish

B．history

C．water

D．air

14.

A．wrote

B．tested

C．performed

D．discussed

15.

A．always

B．never

C．easily

D．mostly

3 . 阅读下面短文, 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

In recent years, many Chinese museums have opened online stores to sell cultural and creative products. Among them, the Palace Museum stands     1     Collectively more than 500 Palace Museum products are available for purchase online.

According to the Vice President of the Palace Museum, sales of the museum’s cultural and creative products     2     (total) 1 billion yuan last year. The museum has developed nearly 10,000 different cultural and creative products either     3     (independent), through IP authorization, or in     4     (cooperate) with other companies, with partners such as LKK,     5     creative design company, having designed over 800 categories of products across 17 themes for the Palace Museum.

Among the Palace Museum’s most popular cultural and creative products     6     (be) sticky tape inspired by beautiful     7     (pattern) from ancient bowls, plates or clothes. Many customers have used the tape to customize the casing of     8     (person) items, with the posting of finished goods     9     (become) a popular trend online.

“When developing cultural and creative products, we study people’s daily needs     10     that our products perform some sort of function. We hope users use our products to spread our culture,” the Vice President said.

4 . Kite Festivals around the World

Hamamatsu Giant Kite Festival, Japan

The large kites of Japan are rectangular (矩形的)，and sometimes as large as 3.5 meters by 3.5 meters! The Hamamatsu Giant Kite Festival started in the 16th century when large kites were flown in celebration of the birth of a baby son to the Lord of Hamamatsu Castle. The audience watches excitedly as the kite fliers use friction (摩擦力) to cut the lines of their matches.

Portsmouth International Kite Festival, UK

This celebration is organized by Portsmouth Oily and the Kite Society of Great Britain. The International Kite Festival is regarded as one of the best, biggest and most popular kite festivals in the world. It has thousands of amazing and colorful kites in the sky and on the ground for visitors to enjoy and appreciate, showing the art of kite flying, kite making tradition around the world and exciting kite flying competitions.

Bali Kite Festival, Indonesia

Hundreds of competing kite teams gather from all over the island to fly their traditional kites. Traditional Balinese kites are as large as up to 4 meters by 10 meters. The kite festival in Bali started off as a seasonal agricultural (农业的) festival to thank God for harvests.

The Zilker Kite Festival, US

The Zilker Kite Festival is the oldest of its kind in the United States. Created in 1929, the Zilker Kite Festival was intended to inspire the creativity of children. The festival is a beloved, family-friendly tradition: activities for all ages, a traditional kite flying competition and show, a fun run and a children’s music concert. There are many competitions held such as Most Unusual Kite, Largest Kite, Smallest Kite, and Strongest Pulling Kite.

1. Where can visitors see all kinds of kites from around the world?

A．In Bali.	B．In Zilker.
C．In Portsmouth.	D．In Hamamatsu.

2. Which kite festival is best for families with children?

A．Bali Kite Festival.	B．The Zilker Kite Festival.
C．Hamamatsu Giant Kite Festival.	D．Portsmouth International Kite Festival.

3. What do the kite festivals have in common?

A．They include competitions.

B．They are international.

C．They started in ancient limes.

D．They are intended for children.

5 . The 2023 Shanghai Coffee Culture Week opened on May 13, with a variety of activities integrating industry, culture and lifestyle scheduled.

Shanghai, home to more than 8,00 coffee houses, has hosted the event since 2021. This year’s Coffee Culture Week is organized by the Shanghai Cultural and Creative Industry Promotion Association, and will run through to June 2.

Coffee has become a key part of Shanghai culture, showcasing the city’s characteristics of opening-up and inclusiveness(包容),local officials said at a news conference in early May.

On the event’s opening day, Yongpu Coffee, in collaboration with the food delivery platform Eleme and China Construction Bank, offered 30,000 cups of coffee for free. Multiple coffee brands such as Luckin Coffee and McCafe will also provide free coffee and coupons (优惠券) during the event.

From May 18 to 21, West Bund International Coffee and Lifestyle Festival is taking place in Xuhui Binjiang area, involving more than 100 coffee brand outlets (销售点) located along a 5-kilometer shoreline of the Huangpu River.

It is the first time that Shanghai has launched such a large coffee-themed market, organizers said. In addition to enjoying freshly brewed coffee, visitors can attend diverse activities such as exhibitions, performances and workshops to experience coffee culture.

Many cultural sites in the city are also participating in the coffee culture week. Sinan Mansions in downtown Shanghai is holding the Bonjour Coffee Art Fair from May 19 to 21,which has attracted some 20 coffee staff members and 80artists.

The Shanghai History Museum will launch the Square Coffee Festival, inviting fans and industry experts to share their knowledge about coffee. Meanwhile, the Shanghai Books and Periodicals Distribution Association will hold a coffee-themed book fair in more than 80 stores across the city.

Organizers said they hope these events will boost the consumption of coffee and cultural products, and promote the coordinated development of the two industries.

The Shanghai Coffee Industry Summit will take place on May 26, which includes two roundtable discussions and about 10 seminars. Corporate leaders will discuss the latest consumer trends and offer their insights into hot topics.

According to data from domestic tech and retail giant Meituan, the value of China’s freshly brewed coffee industry is expected to reach 15.79 billion yuan ($2.25 billion) this year. It was valued at 8.97billion yuan in 2021.

1. Why was the Coffee Culture Week hosted?

A．To hold diverse activities.	B．To spread knowledge about coffee.
C．To show the city’s unique features.	D．To promote coffee industry and culture.

2. What can visitors do during the 2023 Shanghai Coffee Culture Week?

A．Get coupons and make freshly brewed coffee.

B．Enjoy free coffee and read coffee-themed books.

C．Visit coffee exhibitions and put on performances.

D．Share ideas about coffee and get employed in workshops.

3. What can we infer from the data offered by Meituan?

A．Coffee consumption is increasing rapidly in China.

B．Meituan has benefited a lot from coffee industry.

C．The Coffee Culture Week has boosted the coffee industry.

D．Freshly brewed coffee industry is the most promising industry.

4. In which section of a newspaper does this text probably appear?

A．Entertainment.

B．Culture.

C．Health.

D．Science.

6 . Famous world film festivals and awards

Venice International Film Festival, Venice, Italy

Held yearly from 1932, it’s the world’s oldest film festival. The awards are lion trophies (奖杯) including the Golden Lion and Silver Lion. Chinese director Zhang Yimou has won the Golden Lion twice.

Festival de Cannes, Cannes, France

It’s held yearly from 1946. Held in May in the beautiful French seaside town of Cannes, it celebrates and awards artistic achievement in film. The highest prize is the Golden Palm trophy (金棕榈奖). Chinese filmmaker Chen Kaige won the prize at the 1993 Cannes Film Festival.

Oscar Awards, Hollywood, USA

The first Academy Awards ceremony was held on May 16, 1929, at the Hotel Roosevelt in Hollywood to honor the outstanding film achievements of the 1927/1928 film season.

Winners had been announced three months earlier. However, that was changed in the second ceremony of the Academy Awards in 1930. Since then and during the first decade, the results were given to newspapers for publication at 11 p.m. on the night of the awards. This method was used until the Los Angeles Times announced the winners before the ceremony began. As a result, the Academy has used a sealed envelope to tell the name of the winners since 1941.

The Golden Globe Awards, Los Angeles, USA

It was first held in January, 1944 at the 20th Century Fox Studios in Los Angeles, where the winners in five categories received scrolls. The actual Golden Globe award started in 1946, when the statuette of a “golden globe” was introduced. The list of award categories has grown and changed over the times.

1. Which of the following is held in France?

A．Venice International Film Festival.	B．Festival de Cannes.
C．Oscar Awards.	D．The Golden Globe Awards.

2. What can we know about Zhang Yimou?

A．He won the Golden Lion twice.	B．He won the Oscar Awards twice.
C．He won the Golden Palm trophy once.	D．He won the Golden Globe awards once.

3. What happened in the year 1932?

A．Chen Kaige won the Golden Palm trophy.	B．The first Oscar awards ceremony was held.
C．The world’s oldest film festival was held.	D．The 20th Century Fox studios launched.

4. When did the Golden Globe Awards actually start?

A．In 1929.

B．In 1930.

C．In 1944.

D．In 1946.

7 . For nearly 50 years, Zhao Yuming has been absorbed in his own world of clay figurines (泥塑). At age 62, Zhao is the only remaining clay sculpture master craftsman in Laoting County, Hebei Province. He has been officially recognised as a master of intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产).     1     This is more of a responsibility and a source of pressure.  

    2     In ancient times, Laoting clay figurines were mainly children’s toys made by countryside artists. After the founding of the People’s Republic of China in 1949, there were several workshops in villages in Laoting County and the production reached a high level, but the prices were too low.     3     However, for a long period, many clay artists relied on making and selling clay figurines at those poor prices to make ends meet.  

Nowadays, shopping malls are full of high-end toys, so the Laoting clay figurines have gradually fallen out of favor.     4     Zhao said that although his children have other jobs to feed their families, he still wants to pass on his skills to them and his grandchildren. “If we do not pass it on, we will do a disservice to our country. Passing on the skills, honoring ourselves and repaying the country is the best option.” 

Facing a demand for economic development, many regions are increasingly attaching importance to the protection of valuable traditional cultural skills. People come to realise that developing our cultural relics promotes the development of local economies.     5    

A．But for him, this is not only an honor.

B．Later, it became known as “literary clay figurines”.

C．Clay figurines were sold for just a few pennies each.

D．Laoting clay sculpture has a nearly 500-year history.

E．Laoting clay sculpture is an important part or Zhao’s life.

F．However, some craftsmen have chosen to continue the tradition.

G．More importantly, it contributes to the goal of building “a beautiful China”.

8 . Some Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother’s Day is right around the corner and it’s a special day for showing some gratitude and appreciation to mothers worldwide for raising and caring for their children. Naturally there are a lot of potential gifts out there for the occasion to choose from, so we’ve put together some thoughtful gifts you can send.

Mother’s Day scrabble print

This scrabble frame offers a more personal and alternative touch for Mother’s Day, with a simple but thoughtful message. You can also customise the names on the pieces to your own family names.

Katie Loxton slim pouch

Sometimes a small and simple gift can do just the trick, so if you wanted to go that route, this Katie Loxton pouch would be a great choice. It’s made from vegan leather and carved with “Wonderful Mum” on its front. It’s pocket-sized and can also handily fit in a handbag as an option for carrying small items.

Jimmy Choo Blossom special edition-Eau de Parfum

Spring is in the air and so are the fragrances that are commonly associated with it. Presented in a lovely, brightly-coloured bottle and also diamond-shaped cap, this Jimmy Choo fragrance is a great gift for Mother’s Day and the blossoming of a new season, with its sweet and warm floral scents.

Floral punch needle kit

If your mum is into crafts, needling or is a plant lover, then this is the perfect gift for her. Made from cotton, beech wood and recycled plastic, it’s a punch needle kit ideal for hanging on a wall or help decorate a table stand with its nature themed fern look. Every gift is wrapped in recyclable packaging as well. Included inside is: the needle fabric, a model design, and detailed needling instructions for beginners.

1. How can you show some gratitude to mothers on Mother’s Day?

A．By celebrating a special day.	B．By sending thoughtful gifts.
C．By appreciating gifts worldwide.	D．By raising and caring for children.

2. What is typical of Mother’s Day scrabble print?

A．It’s personal and identical.	B．It’s expensive and thoughtful.
C．It includes our names on the pieces.	D．It can cover our own family names.

3. Which gift is the most suitable to mothers fond of crafts?

A．Floral punch needle kit	B．Katie Loxton slim pouch
C．Mother’s Day scrabble print	D．Jimmy Choo Blossom special edition-Eau de Parfum

9 . 短文改错
Dear Mike,

I’ve learned of your letter that you want to know about the Double Seventh Festival. Now I’m writing to tell you about it.

The Double Seventh Festival, also know as the Qiqiao Festival, is the most romantic traditional Chinese festival. It falls annual on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month. The festival came from a ancient Chinese romantic fairy tale about the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, who has deeply moved generation of Chinese people. Many men and women in the love usually pray for a happy marriage on that night, hoping for a happy ending to his true love. Today, many young couples in China celebrate the Double Seventh Festival in Chinese Valentine’s Day.

I hope my explanation can make you understood our traditional festivals and cultures better.

Yours,

Li Hua

10 . After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.

Traditional Chinese culture has become increasingly popular among youths, who are taking greater interest in historical and cultural sites and relics     1    Museum(the Forbidden City), the Sanxingdui cultural artifacts(second millennium BC objects found at the Sanxingdui archaeological site in Sichuan province)and the representation of Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes through virtual reality.

Guochao, meaning “national trend”, is a manifestation(表现)of culture     2    (distinguish) by a combination of Chinese cultural elements and modernity. It is related to the development and sale of cultural products and promotion of the cultural industry. Surprisingly, this trend     3    (fuel) by the younger generation’s interest in traditional Chinese culture.

As symbols of Chinese tradition, the priceless antiques and magnificent paintings in the Palace Museum, and the awe-inspiring caves, ethereal(空灵的；优雅的；超凡的)murals(壁画)and amazing statues     4    make up the Mogao Grottoes have attracted visitors from around the world.

However, sometimes tourism and the endless stream of visitors do more harm than good to historical and cultural sites     5    their fragile environs(周围环境)and invaluable but delicate treasures they are a repository of.

With advanced technology     6    (make) its way to more and more museums, the authorities are taking innovative measures to preserve the historical and cultural treasures displayed there. For example, many museums are using digital technology to attract more visitors.

This has prompted     7    increasing number of people, especially youths, to learn more about traditional Chinese culture. In particular, digital technology—along with virtual reality, and high-definition videos and photographs—is being used     8    (offer) tourists a virtual tour of the murals, caves and statues of the Mogao Grottoes.

Many used to believe     9    digital technology imperils traditional cultural expression. But the fact is, digital technology allows people access     10    information and visuals without having to take the “trouble” of visiting the real site. Through data transportation, it facilitates effortless reproduction of the original without any loss of quality. No wonder digital technology is regarded as the epitome of creativity.