1 . 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。

Learning Chinese calligraphy     1     (list) as one of the must-do things when I came to China. Now, I’m in the course of learning this unique art,     2     value is considered very high in China, even across East Asia today. It is not only     3     ancient artistic form of human language, but it also reflects Chinese traditions.

As someone who paints, draws, and loves all     4     (create) things, at first, I assumed I would be rather good at Chinese calligraphy. I was     5     (total ) wrong. Using thick brush tips to produce awkward brush strokes (笔画)     6     (be) very difficult for a beginner. I have no idea about the different types of calligraphy and the meanings     7     ( hide) behind each one. Also, I have to hold the paintbrush     8     a very specific way; unlike a pen or pencil, the paintbrush is held upright in the hand. I need to be extra careful when changing the angle or     9     (direct) of the brush, especially if I press too hard on the paper.

After taking the lesson, I now understand the difficulty of calligraphy and that it will take efforts and commitment     10     (master) this art form. Yet, I am grateful to learn such a special Chinese tradition.

3 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。

The gesture for “OK” has different meanings in different cultures. In Japan, someone     1     witnesses another person employing the gesture might think it means money. In France, a person     2     (encounter) an identical gesture may interpret it as meaning zero.     3    , you should avoid making this gesture in Brazil and Germany, as it is considered impolite.

4 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。

I wake up to the sound of the wind     1     (buffet) the cloth of my tent. Even though the sun is     2     (bright) shining, telling whether it is morning or night is impossible. I’m above the Arctic Circle     3     in summer the sun never sets. I’m in the remote far north of Sweden in Sarek National Park, a place     4     no roads or town.

5 . The people ______ whom Mr Smith associates are all highly respectable.（用适当的词填空）

6 . He learned Chinese classics from great literary masters, and at the age of 20, he began travelling__________ (extend) across the country. (所给词的适当形式填空)

7 . Fiji is a wonderful island that has plenty of surprises for any ________(adventure) traveler. (所给词的适当形式填空)

9 . ________(accompany) by music, folk artists run shadow puppets behind the screen. (所给词的适当形式填空)

10 . _________________ (equal) important are good study habits, useful skills and a positive attitude if you are to fully realize your potential. (所给词的适当形式填空)