Shen Kuo was an excellent scientist of the Northern Song Dynasty. He was an all-round scholar of astronomy, literature, physics, chemistry, calendars, geology, meteorology     1     medical science. He was also an outstanding engineer and excellent military strategist. He even made a great contribution     2     art and literature. So Shen Kuo was well known for being     3    (knowledge) in ancient China.

Meng Xi Bi Tan, Shen Kuo’s famous scientific work,     4    (complete) between 1086 and 1093. In the book, he wrote a lot about the animals and plants he had seen when     5    (travel) through the country, such as giant clams in the South China Sea, crocodiles in Chaozhou, Chinese wolfberries in the northwest of China and jerboas in the desert of northern China. The book also introduced     6    (method) of killing insect pests.

Shen Kuo pointed out in Meng Xi Bi Tan that human beings had pharynxes(咽)and larynxes(喉), with pharynxes for food and larynxes for ventilation (换气). He also     7    (have) great knowledge about fossils(化石). When visiting the Taihang Mountain,     8     is located in Shanxi Province, he discovered fossilized seashells and noted the presence of stones like those often     9    (find) on the seashore, leading him to conclude that Shanxi had been located by the sea in the distant past.

Meng Xi Bi Tan was     10    (wide) regarded as an important scientific work in ancient China.

Born in Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu Province, the 28-year-old Fang Rui works as a     1     (design) in the city after studying overseas.

In May, Fang     2     (organize) a free city walk for around 50 people     3     came from all over the country to experience a deeper connection with Nanjing. The city-walk is now attracting a growing number of     4    (follower) in China, with many young people     5     (take) part.

For tourists as well as locals not     6     (full) familiar with a city’s history and culture, the organized walks are an amazing experience. Walk organizers provide the information and care     7     a city’s cultural heritage (遗产). They also have a better and     8     (deep) understanding of their city. City walks allow people     9    (enjoy) the surroundings.

Fang’s organized walk in May renewed her connection with the city and helped the tour participants better understand its cultural heritage in     10     interesting way.

Print is a medium for mass communication, which has enabled     1     (artist) to be known and familiar     2     a wider audience.

The Prints-A Riot of Colors, an exhibition     3     (feature) some 130 prints created by generations of Chinese artists, the oldest one of     4     dates back to the 1930s, opened on Monday at the Guardian Art Center in Beijing. An online auction (拍卖) of most of the showpieces held by China Guardian Auctions is running with the exhibition.

    5     (divide) into five sections, the long-running show is aimed     6     (offer) art collectors and the general public alike an opportunity to learn about China’s modern, contemporary print art and     7     (far) explore the market value of prints, according to Liu Zehui, the person in charge of the show.

In 1931, the famous writer and social activist Lu Xun     8     (support) the New Woodcut Movement in Shanghai. He promoted the modern woodcut, which was popular in the West but still     9     essential Chinese form whose techniques reached maturity during the Tang Dynasty, as the most     10     (access) and efficient vehicle for circulating new revolutionary thought among the masses.

Henan Opera, known as Yuju Opera, is a traditional Chinese opera form that originated     1    Henan Province. With its rich history, unique musical style, and attractive performances, Henan Opera     2     (hold) a special place in Chinese cultural heritage.

Henan Opera evolved from local folk art forms, integrating     3     (element) of storytelling, singing and dancing. It gained popularity during the Qing Dynasty and became an important regional opera style in Henan. Today, it     4     (recognize) as one of the national intangible cultural heritage treasures of China.

Henan Opera is characterized by its pleasant vocal style    5    distinctive musical accompaniment. The performances contain various instruments like drums, flutes, and stringed (有弦的) instruments, creating a harmonious ensemble (乐团). The     6     (careful) prepared costumes and bright makeup improve the visual appeal, and the skilled performers’ gestures and movements convey emotions and narratives, captivating audiences.

Henan Opera,     7     often explores loyalty, love, justice, and family values, draws from historical events, folk tales, legends, and literary classics,     8     (show) a diverse range of themes. The stories are presented through poetic dialogues, intricate choreography(编舞), and symbolic gestures, engaging the audience with     9     (they) profound messages.

Efforts are being made     10     (preserve) and promote Henan Opera as part of Chinese cultural heritage. Modern adaptations and innovations help attract younger audiences while preserving its traditional essence.

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the World Heritage Convention (《世界遗产公约》), Beijing held    1     event titled “The Next 50 Years: World Heritage Where Challenges and Development Coexist”, during which experts discussed how    2       (make) the sites more accessible and sustainable for future generations.

Since joining the World Heritage Convention in 1985, the number of world heritage sites in China    3     (grow) to 56, including the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Grand Canal,    4     (allow) the nation to rank second in the world. And over the past decade, China has added 15 new world heritage sites, six of    5     have been included in the relevant lists of intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产).

Chinese experts said that the 56 listed world heritage sites reflect the country’s    6     (abundance) heritage and that China’s cultural heritage achievements over the past 10 years can be seen in many aspects.

For example, in 2013, the Tianshan Mountains    7     (list) on the World Heritage List. The beauty of Tianshan lies    8     its snow-capped mountains and glacier-capped peaks. It is really an outstanding example of a mountain ecosystem with a    9     (diverse) of landform features and ecosystems.

Experts said that the world heritage application is just a means to perform better protection. We should behave more    10     (responsible) to conserve the heritage of all humanity.

Oct 1, 2019 was a remarkable day because of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. It brought everyone together for     1     grand ceremony.

Early in the morning, I     2     (wake) up with my grandparents and waited in front of the television. When the military parade started, everyone in the room stayed     3     (focus), watching the parade with passion. Our soldiers were     4     (high) energetic and disciplined.

Throughout the parade, my 80-year-old grandpa nearly stood up all the way,     5     (wave) his arms in delight. I knew the parade reminded him     6     a hard life. Now our nation is thriving (欣欣向荣) and powerful — the nation suffering warfare and poverty in the past has risen for     7     (it). From the moment those familiar rhythms played, all my family members sang aloud as if we were in the ceremony. I suddenly remembered one scene in the movie My People, My Country. When they learned of a lack of materials, everyone donated     8     they had to help. I was touched by their kind actions. It was their     9     (devote) to the country that promoted the development of China. We are proud     10     (be) Chinese and hope our motherland is getting better and better.

Spring is a great time     1     (ride) a bike. Imagine you are riding your favorite bike on the road or in the park, breathing the fresh air, with the wind kissing your face. You are admiring the roadside view,     2     flowers are dancing in the wind. You will be one of the beautiful     3     (sight) among these. In this beautiful season, how to choose the right cycling clothes? Here are some tips:

Spring     4     (bring) warmer temperatures but it is still not so warm at times. You need long sleeves and long trousers to protect your arms and legs     5     the effects of the cold wind. However, it is warmer during certain times of the day, so you can wear shorts with long sleeves.

Spring is the     6     (begin) of a new year, and it is also a season of vigor (活力). During this time, everyone feels more relaxed. It is like a key     7     turns sadness into joy. In this vigorous season, it is best to wear     8     (bright) colored clothes. When you ride in nature, you feel like apart of nature.

When spring arrives, sun block is another thing you need to pay attention to. Especially afternoon, the sun will be hotter.     9     (wear) short sleeves with cycling shorts, you can be more     10     (comfort). However, exposure to sunlight is not good for your skin, so you can wear an arm sleeve with the function of sun protection.

Eileen Gu, also     1     (know) by her Chinese name—Gu Ailing, was born in 2003 in San Francisco. Her father is American and her mother is Chinese.

Eileen     2     (start) skiing when she was only three years old and became champion of the junior group of the USA Snowboard and Freeski Association     3     the age of nine, before entering the senior ranks. She announced that she would be representing China competitively via her Instagram account on June 6, 2019. Proving her dedication to the sport, Eileen set     4     (her) the goal of graduating after completing two years of high school in just one year. She then further cemented her credentials at her first X Games     5     (appear) at the 2021 event in Aspen,     6     (make) history as the first-ever female rookie to win three medals after taking gold in Ski Slopestyle and Superpipe and a bronze in Ski Big Air. Two months     7     (late) Eileen once again demonstrated her potential at     8     was called the FIS Freestyle World Championship in Aspen. Having delayed entry into Stanford University until the summer of 2022, Eileen was     9     (full) focused on the Winter Games in Beijing. Eventually, she obtained two golden medals and a silver one, which inspired     10     good many Chinese skiers.

Most people relate learning     1     formal education at school. We often     2     (tell) that we should get a good education.

    3     (general), it is true that formal education and the resulting qualifications are important. Education may make us make the best use of our potential     4     (find) better and more satisfying jobs, earn more and, perhaps, become more successful in our chosen career.

However, schooling is not only one type of learning, There are many other     5     (opportunity) to further your knowledge and develop the skills you need throughout life.

    6     (educate) well is not the only key to employment,       7     qualifications may get you an interview, actually getting the job needs a lot more. Employers look for well-balanced people with transferable skills, which include the     8     (able) to be able to demonstrate that you are keen to learn and develop.

If you are frustrated (沮丧的) with your job, continuing to sharpen your skills will make it     9     (easy) to find new ways out of a potentially stressful work situation. Keeping an open mind to learning and giving yourself room for flexibility are key to job satisfaction. Furthermore, potentially staying ahead of competitors for jobs by being more experienced or knowledgeable can give you     10     slight advantage over others.

About four hundred years ago in the capital of a kingdom, there was a man wanting to fly high in the sky. The man was Leonardo da Vinci, who’ studied about birds’ flight    1    many years. The birds’ flight gave him a fresh idea. He decided    2    (make) a pair of wings for himself, just like a bird’s wings. After studying    3    (variety) of birds’ flying patterns again and again, the man    4    (convince) that it was high time that he should show everyone he could fly.

One afternoon Leonardo da Vinci walked up the    5    (fame) tower in the middle of the city. Then he stood on the edge of a window,    6    (open) his wings and steeped off the tower. After several attempts,    7    many people had expected, he flew a long distance and finally landed safely on the other side of the river. Everyone who saw the successful scene burst into    8    (laugh).

All the people in the city couldn’t be    9    (delighted) at the man’s flight. The king was    10    excited that he even generously offered the man a thousand gold coins as a reward.