1 . Today we asked some young people across Europe and Central Asia to tell us what cultural ___________ means to them.

 Genc Buca, Kosovo

I work for the regional centre of cultural heritage in my hometown. These years has changed my connection to cultural heritage ___________. Here we collect information about old buildings, ___________ their damage, write stories, describe how they were built, take photos and ___________ them. We go out to heritage sites, take measurements and make ___________. After much effort our heritage database has ___________.

 Neşe Topal Küskü, Cyprus

Heritages are ___________ to link our past, present and ___________. Cultural Heritage can be found in the most ___________ places, in a song, a dance, a ____________, a building, present on both land or under the sea. What we’re ____________ now is to protect them. I have been learning to be a(n) ____________ on heritage and keep the government and citizens aware that some heritages are in ____________ preservation.

 Boban Petrović, Kosovo

Cultural heritages teach us a lot about ____________. Over the centuries we have been receivers of the great influence of Eastern and Western cultures, as a result of which we have an extremely rich cultural diversity. ____________, many cultural monuments were ____________ during the centuries due to ____________, wars and of the people who didn’t understand the importance of ____________ the cultural heritage. Only by better understanding, respecting and ____________ about the importance and preservation of the cultural heritage can we ____________ the same mistakes from happening again in the future.

1.

A．shock

B．expansion

C．heritage

D．distinction

2.

A．suddenly

B．mainly

C．incredibly

D．quietly

3.

A．assess

B．assign

C．submit

D．value

4.

A．suspend

B．document

C．clear

D．paint

5.

A．division

B．entry

C．movements

D．drawings

6.

A．worn down

B．beaten down

C．taken shape

D．sorted out

7.

A．concern

B．milestones

C．cave

D．consultation

8.

A．future

B．hope

C．outcome

D．civilization

9.

A．familiar

B．primitive

C．humble

D．surprising

10.

A．sculpture

B．status

C．cooperation

D．museum

11.

A．keeping

B．creating

C．suspecting

D．pursuing

12.

A．adult

B．student

C．officer

D．specialist

13.

A．internal

B．financial

C．urgent

D．intense

14.

A．reality

B．history

C．universe

D．voyage

15.

A．delightfully

B．incidentally

C．accordingly

D．Unfortunately

16.

A．interrupted

B．decorated

C．destroyed

D．restored

17.

A．conflicts

B．repairs

C．backwardness

D．research

18.

A．preserving

B．rebuilding

C．removing

D．recording

19.

A．comforting

B．educating

C．forecasting

D．consuming

20.

A．correct

B．prevent

C．protect

D．make

2 . September is Heritage Month in South Africa, with National Heritage Day celebrated on 24 September.     1    , celebrating what makes us all uniquely South African. Heritage Day was declared a public holiday in 1996 and, since then, the 24th of September has been a day that encourages us to celebrate our cultural traditions, communities and heritage.

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Heritage Day is a public holiday celebrated on 24 September in South Africa that recognises and celebrates the cultural diversity of the country. In its essence, the day embraces and celebrates the true meaning of why we call ourselves the Rainbow Nation.

South Africans mark the day by wearing traditional outfits, eating traditional foods, learning about different cultures and spending time with friends and family.

 The History of Heritage Day in South Africa

In an address marking Heritage Day in 1996, the late former State President Nelson Mandela said, “    3    , we did so because we knew that our rich and varied cultural heritage has a profound power to help build our new nation.” Then a national holiday would be created where South Africans of all cultures and creeds could come together and celebrate their diverse cultural heritage. We did so, knowing that the struggles against the injustice and inequities of the past are part of our national identity.     4    . We knew we had to acknowledge those whose selfless efforts were dedicated to the non-racial goal.

In more recent years, National Heritage Day has become synonymous with National Braai (Barbecue) Day.     5    , while others call it a braai, but whatever the occasion, nothing beats gathering around a wood fire to cook a meal and celebrate together.

A．What is Heritage Day

B．How did Heritage Day begin

C．And they are part of our culture

D．Some call it Shisa Nyama or Ukosa

E．Each year in early spring, people across the nation get together to eat, drink and be merry

F．When our first democratically-elected government decided to make Heritage Day one of our national days

G．We’ll discuss South Africa’s Heritage Day, the connection to braais and how you can celebrate it

3 . Norwegians would perhaps highlight their custom of “gå på tur” — going on a journey on foot or on skis. In Denmark, everyone knows what “hygge” is — to freely enjoy the good life with the people you love. They’re the issues of “intangible cultural heritage”, things that cannot be physically touched such as traditions, stories, music, dance, and craft skills.

In 2003, Unesco, the education, science and culture organization of the United Nations (UN), adopted an agreement to “preserve the intangible”, and many developing-world countries were quick to get their traditions included on the official list. But it would take almost 10 years for “Agreement for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage” to be approved by the Scandinavian countries.

Annika Sjöberg is responsible for managing the work of the agency in Sweden. She has been, and continues to be, flooded with suggestions of intangible cultural heritage worthy of protection, submitted by committed citizens and organizations wanting to see their particular traditions included on the list that should be ready sometime in the next couple of years.

Suggestions have also been received concerning various maritime traditions: old shipwright skills such as the building of wooden hulled vessels, are in decline and at risk of being lost forever.

“Our work has attracted considerable attention as it is regarded as being a little out in left field,” says Sjöberg. “In addition, it’s also opened people’s eyes to the fact that the things we can’t physically touch indeed have a major bearing on the way in which we live. Even in an urbanized society, there is knowledge we carry with us that we’ve inherited from previous generations — knowledge that’s important to preserve and take care of.”

Sjöberg explains that the point is not to preserve this cultural heritage in a stony, rigid form, as traditions must be allowed to change and evolve. She also emphasizes that her work should not be interpreted as a nationalistic project, rather as a means of multicultural spreading.

It’s actually a matter of documenting the knowledge that exists in the various traditions. What is most exciting is the diversity that now exists and the ways in which different cultures interact with each other.

1. Why are “gå på tur” and “hygge” mentioned at the beginning of the passage?

A．To remind people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

B．To introduce the main topic of the passage.

C．To appeal to the world to protect unseen cultures.

D．To highlight how special the northern European countries are.

2. What do we know about Annika Sjöberg?

A．She is working for the Unesco agency in Switzerland.

B．She monitors the protection of physical cultural heritage.

C．She tries her best to restore the world-wide particular traditions.

D．She has been managing the cases of the intangible cultural heritage.

3. What does the passage mainly talk about?

A．Creation of the Unesco.

B．Annika Sjöberg’ daily routine.

C．Intangible cultural heritage of Unesco.

D．Safeguarding the cultures of the Scandinavian countries.

4. Annika Sjöberg considers her work to be ________.

A．nationalistic

B．tiring but rewarding

C．important and necessary

D．demanding and meaningless

4 . Held every year on 21 May, the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development celebrates culture and highlights its diversity as a symbol of inclusion and positive change. Today, we invite Nita Llonçari and Baktygul Rakymbaeva to talk about their favourite cultural heritages.

Nita Llonçari, Kosovo

Cinema ‘Lumbardhi’ in Prizren is one of my favourite sites. It’s a great representation of national culture because it goes beyond the usual definition of material heritage. The Cinema has not become a monument due to its astonishing architecture or its very old age, but because of its genuine value to the people of Kosovo.

Cultural monuments in their most basic form can teach us about why we live the way we live. Every decision taken about a monument - how it was built, why it was built, how it is protected - has an idea behind it, whether it is their protection, destruction, restoration or reinterpretation. When we look at a monument, we learn about the power heritage has to alter societies. That’s the reason we should not allow our past to be erased. Otherwise, we risk history falling into oblivion.

Baktygul Rakymbaeva, Kyrgyzstan

‘Manas’ is one of the finest narratives and an encyclopaedia of the Kyrgyz people’s life and fight for independence, statehood, culture, life-style, education and all other aspects of their life. Counting up to 937,000 lines of sentences, the oral epic has been included in UNESCO’s list of masterpieces of cultural heritages of humanity. ‘Manas’ has also been considered for World Guinness Records as the World’s Biggest Epic.

The epic has travelled through more than 1,000 years by word of mouth depicting the Kyrgyz hero Manas, his wife Kanykei, their relatives, family and their efforts to build the strong and independent Kyrgyz state. Manaschy have taken on the responsibility to pass the epic of ‘Manas’ to the next generation.

1. What do we know about Cinema ‘Lumbardhi’ from the passage?

A．It’s still not a monument.

B．It has a short history.

C．It’s greatly valuable to Kosovars.

D．It’s a representation of world-wide culture.

2. What does the underline word “oblivion” mean?

A．Ruins.	B．Forgetfulness.
C．Awareness.	D．Meaninglessness.

3. Which is true of Manas?

A．It’s the finest narrative.

B．It’s an encyclopaedia on the world.

C．It’s the world’s biggest Epic in Guinness.

D．It’s a longest novel in the world.

5 . UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Latin America

Below are some of the best UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Latin America. There are currently many sites listed, so narrowing this list down to only 5 was quite the task.

 Chichen Itza, Mexico

The centre of pilgrimage for more than 1,000 years and previously the Yucatán’s most powerful city, the Mayans really did us a favour by creating Chichen Itza. One of the greatest places to visit in Mexico, there’s still so much to enjoy here from ancient carvings in the structures to sound and light shows in the evenings. Highlighted by El Castillo, the striking 30-meter step pyramid makes Chichen Itza stand out among Mexico’s best ruins.

 Easter Island, Chile

This remote Polynesian island is famed for its 887 surviving monumental statues. With monuments dating back to the 10th century, the landscape is unlike any other you’ll ever see.

 Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala

The former Guatemalan capital is an amazingly well-preserved colonial city known for its colonial church ruins and Spanish Baroque architecture. In 1773, the earthquake-prone area was majorly damaged by an earthquake, which led to its main structures being preserved as ruins and the capital being moved to Guatemala City.

 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

While Rio is known for many things, its carioca landscapes definitely take the cake. The landscapes comprise major natural elements that have moulded the development of the city and stretch from the top of Tijuca National Park’s highest peak at 1,021 meters down to the sea. Some of its key sites are the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, hills around Guanabara Bay, and the renowned Christ the Redeemer statue.

 Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina

Highlighting the list of the most beautiful places in the world, glacial lakes and rugged mountains are only the beginning of one of South America’s best parks. With ⅓ of the park being covered in ice, the glaciers are some of the most accessible in the world. Wildlife viewing, hiking, and climbing are super popular here along with helicopter rides over the park.

1. What is Chichen Itza, Mexico famous for now?

A．The centre of economy.	B．The most powerful city.
C．Mayans’ living place.	D．Ancient carvings and pyramid

2. Which country is most famous for its monumental statues?

A．Mexico.

B．Chile.

C．Brazil.

D．Argentina.

3. Which is true of Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala?

A．It’s the capital of Guatemalan.

B．It’s famous for its Cathedral architectures.

C．It was struck by a big earthquake.

D．The damaged buildings have been restored.

8 . 在英语课堂上，你根据在网上搜集的有关“Canada Day”信息，向同学介绍有关这个节日的情况，要点如下：

时间和规定	1982正式开始，只有一些书店、医院和加油站营业，邮局、学校关门。
盛况	最大的国家节日；有游行、音乐会、节目、烟火表演、为新加拿大公民举办仪式等；国旗；脸上脸涂成国色：红色和白色

注意：1、词数100左右；
2、可以适当增加细节，以使行文流畅。
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9 . Canada has many thrilling and unique events and festivals to celebrate the changing of seasons, the history of the country, and the many special people that make up this diverse country.

 Canadian National Exhibition

Every August for eighteen days, the Canadian National exhibition takes place in Ontario. 2020 will be only the second time in the fair’s 142 year history that the event will not be going ahead due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The last time the fair was cancelled was in World War II from 1942 to 1946 (inclusive). The 2021 National Exhibition promises to be bigger than ever; showcasing amusement rides, carnival games, delicious food stalls, live entertainment, agricultural displays, sporting events, and much more.

 Toronto Film Festival

Every September, thousands of local and international actors, journalists, directors, and the general public flock to Toronto for one of the biggest film festivals in the world. Over a period of 11 days, the best in cinema is screened for the first time, generating Oscar buzz and attracting some of the biggest names in the film industry. This festival is perfect for those interested in the beauty and craft of international film.

 Winterlude, Ottawa

On the first three weekends of February, when the Rideau Canal has frozen over and the snow has covered the city, the Winterlude Festival begins. This winter celebration brings visitors of all ages to the canal where people can go ice-skating and take part in ice-hockey games, while the most fascinating sights are the unique ice sculptures. These works of art see over 600,000 visitors every year and include sculptures of people, animals, and fantasy creatures.

 Calgary exhibition and stampede, Calgary

This is one of the biggest events in the country and has been labelled the “Greatest outdoor show on Earth”, attracting over 1 million people every July. The 10-day event is a celebration of the western lifestyle that made its way to Calgary over 100 years ago. Visitors can expect riding, a parade, concerts, agricultural competitions, and many other historical events.

1. Which of the following events happens at the beginning of each year?

A．Canadian National Exhibition.

B．Toronto Film Festival.

C．Winterlude, Ottawa

D．Calgary exhibition and stampede, Calgary

2. According to the text, for how many years was Canadian National Exhibition not held in history?

A．5.

B．6.

C．18.

D．142.

3. What is the pride of Calgary exhibition and stampede?

A．Games involved with ice.

B．Various films on show.

C．Attracting most people.

D．Testing delicious food.

10 . 语法填空

It is believed    1     Li Bai wrote the poem “A Night Stay at a Mountain Temple” in his teenage years. His early experiences contributed to his romantic style,     2     his poetry was characterized by. He familiarized himself     3     classical Chinese culture and acquired the wisdom of previous generations. He visited famous mountains and great rivers,     4    (encounter) different customs and practices. These travelling experiences inspired him     5    (write) numerous poems in the romantic style. Li Bai grew up in the most     6    (glory) period of the Tang Dynasty, a time of the economic boom and social     7     (stable).     8    (give) his personal experiences and the historical background, it is natural to see that the majority of his poems are characterized by the romantic style. With his extraordinary imagination, free expression of strong feelings and mastery of language, he is     9    (wide) recognized as the greatest romantic poet after Qu Yuan. Ezra Pound, a 20th-century American poet,     10    (fascinate) by his poems and translated some of them in his poetry collection entitled Cathay. Today Li Bai’s poetry continues to be enjoyed by countless readers around the world.