1. Why does Monica choose Tai Chi instead of yoga?
| A．It enjoys popularity. | B．It requires less tension. | C．It reflects Chinese culture. |
| A．Maintaining balance. | B．Strengthening muscles. | C．Preventing diseases. |
2 . In ancient Greece, festivals were an essential part of their culture. These festivals were celebrated in honor of various gods and goddesses and were a way for people to come together and celebrate their beliefs.
One of the most important festivals in ancient Greece was the Eleusinian Mysteries. This festival was held in honor of Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and fertility (丰产). The Eleusinian Mysteries were a series of rituals (仪式) that celebrated the cycle of life and death. Participants would go through a process that involved fasting (斋戒), purification, and secret rituals.
The Dionysia was another significant festival in ancient Greece. This festival was intended for Dionysus, the god of wine, fertility, and theater. The Dionysia consisted of several days of dinning, drinking wine, and watching plays performed by playwrights such as Sophocles and Euripides.
Festivals were not just about honoring gods; they also served as a way for people to come together as a community. During festivals, people would gather in public spaces to socialize, watch performances or sporting events, or participate in religious ceremonies.
In addition to these major festivals, there were many other smaller festivals throughout ancient Greece that celebrated local traditions or honored specific gods or goddesses. These festivals varied from region to region but all shared the common purpose of bringing people together to celebrate their beliefs.
In conclusion, festivals played an important role in ancient Greek culture as they provided opportunities for people to come together and celebrate their shared culture. These festivals were not just about honoring the gods; they were also a way for people to socialize and participate in community events. The use of festivals as a means of cultural expression is still popular in modern times, and serves as a proof to the enduring treasure of ancient Greece.
1. What’s the function of festivals in Greece?| A．Chances for people to know other cultures. |
| B．Honor to people’s glorious process of life. |
| C．Rewards for people’s devotion to the society. |
| D．Religious themes and occasions for gatherings. |
| A．To hold a music party. | B．To have a big dinner party. |
| C．To honor the rich gift from nature. | D．To put on plays written by famous people. |
| A．social contacts | B．people’s show of talents. |
| C．volunteer activities | D．choices of the good tradition |
| A．The Major Festivals in Greece. | B．Reasons Behind Festivals in Greece. |
| C．Activities in Greek Festivals. | D．Changes about Festivals in Greece. |
3 . It’s no secret that the Internet is home to some people with bad purposes. But staying safe online doesn’t require you to turn your Internet off.
Use safe public Wi-Fi networks
There are fake（冒充的）Wi-Fi hotspots to attract web surfers in. Once someone connects to such a Wi-Fi, the hacker（黑客）can see basically everything they do online. You should never use an unsafe public Wi-Fi network.
Only enter sites that start with https://
Need to see your checking account balance? If you’re about to enter an site, make sure the address starts with https: //and not http: //.
Turn your Bluetooth off
A team of researchers have found that some people are able to take advantage of the weakness in a Bluetooth connection, and then listen to and change the content of nearby Bluetooth communications.
Most computers remind users to copy and store their data, and it’s worthwhile taking the time to do it once in a while. Reserving data can be a lifesaver if your computer breaks down. You can bring your computer back to its normal use with the stored data.
| A．Reserve data |
| B．Turn to the official site |
| C．The “s” stands for “safe” |
| D．So it’s best to turn it off |
| E．It is usually unlocked with no password |
| F．And you’d better avoid going online outdoors |
| G．Instead, remain careful and take a look at these easy tips for Internet safety |
4 . “Stove-boiled tea,” a way of drinking tea, has a strong sense of ritual and the ceremony has become a new favorite. People sit around a charcoal-filled stove, chatting, enjoying desserts, boiling tea while roasting snacks. Sounds great, doesn’t it? But how to roast (烤) snacks? Which ones are suitable? Save this guide and read on!
Niangao
Roasting time: 13-18 minutes
Niangao, or sticky rice cake, is one of the most popular snacks with the stove-boiled tea. Roasted niangao becomes soft and sweet. After it is roasted, you can enjoy it with condiments (调味品) such as brown sugar, white sugar or honey.
Oranges
Roasting time: 3-6 minutes
Roasting oranges is unique. With the rising temperature in the stove, the special smell of orange peel will slowly fill the air, making you feel relaxed. When roasting oranges, make sure they are heated evenly, so that they taste like warm orange juice.
Peanuts
Roasting time: 8-12 minutes
The peanut is a snack that will keep both your hands and mouth busy by shelling and eating. When roasting peanuts, one way to go is to make small cracks on their pods first, and remember to flip (翻面) peanuts to prevent charring (糊).
Chinese Dates
Roasting time: 8-12 minutes
The softness, aroma and sweetness of the Chinese date become even more pronounced after heating. To roast, you could skewer several Chinese dates together, which makes it easier to rotate them at the same time.
After preparing all the snacks, here comes the central figure — tea. Common tea choices include rock tea, aged white tea, Pu’er and black tea. However, if you are up for trying new things, how about fruit tea, flower tea, ginger tea, etc. based on your personal taste preference.
Enjoying boiling tea and roasted snacks on the stove is an interesting lifestyle. In this way, people can get a taste of a slower life and feel more relaxed. But when sitting around a stove and boiling tea, please ensure ventilation (通风), beware of fire and don’t get burnt.
1. Which of the following snacks do you roast for the longest time?| A．Niangao. | B．Oranges. | C．Peanuts. | D．Chinese Dates. |
| A．Raise the temperature. | B．Taste orange juice. |
| C．Roast them as long as possible. | D．Heat them evenly. |
| A．It teaches people to make tea. |
| B．It’s a good way for people to relax. |
| C．It’s easier for people to make friends. |
| D．It allows people to taste different kinds of tea. |
| A．close the window | B．touch the stove directly |
| C．ensure the fire safety | D．wolf down roasted snacks |
| A．The bad food. | B．The terrible weather. | C．The rough road. |
7 . Dubai is home to some of the best hotels in the world.
Armani Hotel Dubai
Located inside the world’s tallest building, the distinguished Burj Khalifa, Armani Hotel features a contemporary look crafted by house design superstar Giorgio Armani. It offers 160 stylish rooms right in the center of the city. It features seven restaurants and bars including traditional Indian food at the Armani Amal and fresh seafood at Armani Hashi.
The Oberoi Dubai
With one of the best locations in the Business Bay District, the Oberoi Dubai offers great appeal for business travelers and those enjoying the host of leisure activities in the central area. The modern hotel comes equipped with 252 upscale rooms featuring contemporary designs. Restaurant choices include the Nine7One featuring Western, Arabic, and Asian cuisines, as well as La Mezcalcria Kitchen& Lounge which serves up authentic Latin dishes.
The Taj Dubai
Situated in the Business Bay District right on Burj Khalifa street is the five-star hotel Taj Dubai. It offers Indian heritage designs with both classical and contemporary styles. It has close to 300 rooms from luxury rooms with city and Burj Khalifa views to grand luxury and presidential suites. Dining options include Asian street food at Miss Tess to contemporary British dishes and international delights at the Eloquent Elephant.
Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai
Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai, positioned behind Ain Dubai—the world’s largest observation wheel, is decorated with attractive art collections by designer Jonathan Adler. It has 194 luxurious suites and rooms, and features the best of the city’s nightlife attractions and fine dining including world-famous chef Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen.
1. Which can you enjoy in the Armani Hotel Dubai?| A．Fresh seafood. | B．Latin dishes. |
| C．Asian street food. | D．British food. |
| A．They are five-star hotels. |
| B．They are in the same district. |
| C．They have presidential suites. |
| D．They have the same number of rooms. |
| A．It hosts leisure activities. |
| B．It has rooms with city views. |
| C．It is designed by Jonathan Adler. |
| D．It is near the world’s largest observation wheel. |
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10 . There are many places to see lovely giant pandas in China. But where is the best place for you to go for a special panda trip? What is the best time to go? Here are some recommendations.
If you just want to see giant pandas, we recommend you to go to Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research Base. It is the most easily accessible panda base. You can see pandas at different ages. This base is huge but usually crowded.
If you are looking for a deeper panda experience, you can join a panda volunteer program. Giant panda volunteer programs are available in three panda bases: Dujiangyan, Wolong, and Bifengxia. They take about 1 to 3 days or longer. Dujiangyan is the best place for a one-day program. If you want a less-crowded environment, consider Wolong and Bifengxia, though they require 2 or more days. Your work would include weighing and cleaning bamboo, making panda cakes, watching pandas being fed, and cleaning pandas’ enclosures (围场). At the end of the program, you will receive a panda keeper certificate.
Giant pandas don’t go into winter sleep. You can visit them in all four seasons. Spring and autumn are the best times to see pandas when they are most active and temperatures are most comfortable. If you visit between August and November, you will probably see lovely panda babies.
Giant pandas spend almost half their time sleeping. Grown-up giant pandas in captivity (圈养) usually eat twice a day: early in the morning and late in the afternoon. They usually sleep around noon, any time from around 10:00 a. m. to around 2:00 p. m. We recommend you to get to a panda base as early as possible, when it is less crowded and the pandas are at their most active.
1. How can you get your best experience for your panda trip?| A．Visiting it during Chinese holidays. | B．Joining a volunteer program. |
| C．Taking a private tour in the afternoon. | D．Participating in Dujiangyan’s one-day program. |
| A．Preparing bamboo. | B．Feeding pandas. |
| C．Cleaning pandas. | D．Witnessing new pandas’ birth. |
| A．Winter and spring. | B．Spring and autumn. |
| C．Summer and autumn. | D．Any season is suitable. |
| A．To record pandas’ daily routine. | B．To receive a panda keeper certificate. |
| C．To avoid crowds and witness active pandas. | D．To observe feeding sessions and bamboo weighing. |
