1 . As Christmas Eve approached, I found myself in New York City, far from my family and friends in Taiwan. I was feeling homesick and lonely, but my Jewish friend, Rachel, who, like me, doesn’t get connected with Christmas due to any religious things, invited me to join her for a dinner in a Chinese restaurant. She explained that it was a tradition for many Jewish people to celebrate this holiday by eating Chinese food on Christmas Eve.
We went to Jing Fong, a fancy restaurant in Chinatown. The place was packed with people, and the atmosphere was lively and festive. We ordered a variety of dishes. Everything was delicious, and I felt grateful to be sharing this experience with Rachel. As we ate, we talked about our families and our cultures. We laughed and joked, and for a moment, I forgot about my homesickness.
A moment later, a group of carolers (唱圣诞歌的人) came into the restaurant, singing Christmas songs. At first, I was puzzled. Why were they singing in a Chinese restaurant? But then I realized that this was part of the magic of New York City. People from all different cultures and backgrounds could come together and celebrate the holidays in their own way. Rachel and I joined in the singing, and soon the whole restaurant was filled with music. It was a beautiful moment, and I felt blessed to be part of it.
What a night! I learned that even when you’re far from home, you can still find joy and connection with others. Rachel and I may come from different cultures, but we shared amazing food, joyful music, and most importantly heartfelt company. And that’s exactly what all the holidays are all about.
1. Why did Rachel invite the author to join her for dinner?A.To show respect to God |
B.To celebrate Christmas in the Jewish way |
C.To share stories about their families |
D.To forget about their homesickness |
A.Fearful | B.Joyful |
C.Disappointed | D.Confused |
A.By focusing on religious traditions |
B.By celebrating with family and friends |
C.By enjoying a variety of festive dishes |
D.By embracing diverse ways of celebration |
A.A personal blog | B.A commercial promotion brochure |
C.A travel guide of New York | D.An academic article |
2 . Students’ Journey to Empower Rural Heritage
From Aug. 18 to 22 a team of 15 Tsinghua University students, representing diverse backgrounds from China, South Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia, set foot on an overseas research exploration focusing on rural revitalization(振兴) in Indonesian villages, particularly within Nusa Tenggara Barat(NTB).
With the diverse cultural heritage, Indonesia is home to over 83,000 villages, each radiating its own charm and character.
The research mission took the students to Sukarara and Sade villages, two of NTB’s tourist destinations.
As the journey came to an end, the students carry with them not only the memories of their experiences there, but also the responsibility to make a positive impact on these remarkable places.
A.While these villages possess undeniable fascination, many remain underdeveloped. |
B.This effort includes the knowledge exchange between the students and local villagers |
C.Both were selected for revitalization efforts led by the Village Revitalization Team. |
D.In Sukarara, a local tradition requires girls master weaving skills before marriage |
E.They decide to be a bridge between tradition and progress, united for their growth |
F.It’s about preserving the cultural heritage and ensuring traditions being passed down |
Hanfu, or Han-style clothing, one of the
Actually, the clothing style of Chinese Hanfu kept changing over the centuries due to the
For a long time, Hanfu was worn only by some brides and grooms during weddings and a few other special occasions. Attracted by the elegance and beauty of Hanfu, a few brave youngsters began to wear Han-style clothes a decade ago
Thanks to the country’s emphasis
The Hangzhou Asian Games, which opened on September 23, are not only a grand sports event, but also a cultural feast that displays the
One of
Huishan clay figurines (泥人) are produced in the western suburb of Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, and are one of China’s most famous folk arts, having a history
The craft originated in the Southern Dynasties and reached
Huishan figurines differ from those of other localities in that they are always small and always feature a big head. They divide into two types - mold-pressed and hand-crafted. The
The characters depicted (描绘) come
A.They would be given a good beating. |
B.They would have to close the business. |
C.They would make a public apology. |
D.They would be thrown to prison. |
A.To prove they were not bad at counting numbers. |
B.To avoid having air content in their bread. |
C.To ensure their baked products were not short of weight. |
D.To make the baked products look more attractive. |
A.The meaning of dozen in different places. |
B.The first law about the baking industry. |
C.The development of the word “dozen”. |
D.The origin of the term “a baker’s dozen”. |
7 . Guy Noble, one of Australia’s most famous conductors, who conducted the touring concert “East Meets West”, said he’d like to learn more about Chinese music. “I’m impressed by the history and the beauty Chinese music has,” he’s said in an interview recently.
“East Meets West” concert tour in Australia was resumed this year after being postponed twice due to the pandemic. It was hosted in Canberra last Saturday, bringing audiences some well-known Chinese and Western pieces such as Jasmine Flower, Carmen, Romeo and Juliet, and The Yellow River.
While it was called “East Meets West”, music from China and the West with the same themes was brought together. Chinese singer Ya Fen and Australian singer Victoria Lambourn performed a duet (二重唱) Hope Betrayed, which was inspired by the Chinese classic novel A Dream of Red Mansions. Noble said he loved the duet as it showed completely different singing styles: traditional Chinese opera style and Western opera style. “They’re not exactly the same, but they came together,” he said.
Having been a professional conductor for more than 20 years, Noble called music an international language. He noted that most music at the concert was about love, which was also an international language. He also spoke highly of some Chinese musicians, such as pianist Lang Lang who he thought has inspired many kids in China to learn music.
Noble admitted his knowledge of Chinese culture was limited. He said that conducting the Canberra concert was “an experience that I’ve enjoyed”, which made him more interested in discovering the background and history of the music, as well as the stories behind it. Noble is ready to create more things that can involve dance or calligraphy or some of the other aspects of Chinese culture, and put them together with music.
1. What does the underlined word “resumed” in paragraph 2 mean?A.Restarted. | B.Expanded. |
C.Paused. | D.Concluded. |
A.Because it impressed him with its history. |
B.Because it was inspired by a classic novel. |
C.Because it showed two performing styles. |
D.Because it was performed by an Australian. |
A.He is an amateur conductor. |
B.He speaks highly of all Chinese musicians. |
C.He has a wide knowledge of Chinese culture. |
D.He intends to integrate more Chinese elements into music. |
A.Guy Noble: A Famous Australian Conductor |
B.An Australian’s Passion for Chinese Culture |
C.Music: A Bridge to Understanding Each Other |
D.The Cooperation Between Foreign Musicians |
A.Rings made of tubes. | B.Coins with a hole. |
C.Rings made of coins. | D.Coins with an ancient sign. |
A.When to give it. | B.When to buy it. |
C.The occasion on which people wear it. | D.The hand on which people wear it. |
A.Transformation of wedding rings. | B.Ways to make wedding rings. |
C.Customs related to wedding rings. | D.Commitment in wedding rings. |
A.Make a plan for the new year. | B.Say a few words of celebration. |
C.Have a trip during the Spring Festival. | D.Go back home for the Spring Festival. |
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参考词汇: Beautiful China: A Collection of Student Contributions《美丽中国:学生作品集》
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