1 . What are the two speakers mainly talking about?
A.Today’s weather. | B.Judy’s weekend. | C.Judy’s cousin. |
The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the
The Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations date back to more than 2, 000 years ago. In the Tang Dynasty, people began to enjoy
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2.晚会的时间、地点;
3.晚会的内容。
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4 . Although the first Fourth of July fireworks began more than 200 years ago in Philadelphia, the celebration never grows old. So whether you’re starting your family’s Fourth of July traditions or just looking for a new place to see great fireworks this Independence Day, check out our list of top places to catch magnificent fireworks displays.
Bristol, Rhode Island
Bristol is credited with having the oldest Fourth of July celebration in the country, with a 230-year history of patriotic festivities. The town’s first Independence Day celebration was held in the early 1800s, more than two centuries ago. The celebration features a concert series at Independence Park, a performance from the Drum Corps, a carnival and parade, and of course, a beautiful fireworks show over the Bristol Harbor.
New York City, New York
Macy’s annual show is the nation’s largest fireworks display with more than 40,000 fireworks and a 38-year record of extraordinary entertainment. You can view the fireworks from anywhere with open views of the sky above the East River. This fireworks show has become an American tradition, and even those who can’t make the trip out to New York City can tune into NBC at 8 p.m., July 4.
Gorham, New Hampshire
Gorham’s Fourth of July Spectacular is one of New Hampshire’s longest running Independence Day celebrations, with four days of exciting events. The fireworks show will begin after dark on July 4 in the skies over the carnival. But that’s not the end of the fun. Stick around for another day to see a classic car parade and get your fill of the carnival rides and even visit Concord enjoying the breathtaking scenery.
1. Who will be interested in the Fourth of July activities?A.Children who mean to relax themselves with friends. |
B.Volunteers who desire to do something to serve the people. |
C.Teachers who want students to acquire the history of fireworks. |
D.Parents who hope to develop the family’s Independence Day traditions. |
A.Concord. | B.Bristol. | C.Gorham. | D.New York City. |
A.Philadelphia’s fireworks display. | B.Gorham’s Fourth of July Spectacular. |
C.Macy’s annual show in New York. | D.Bristol’s Independence Day celebration. |
5 . During the cold winter days, there are some interesting festivals (节日) in the world. Look at the following ones.
Harbin Ice and Snow Festival
Place: China
Time: January 5 to February 5
People build incredible things out of ice and snow,decorating them with lights.
The Carnival of Venice
Place: Italy
Time: between February and March
One of the most beautiful festivals in the world,people wear masks and elaborate costumes to hide differences among classes,and there are contests for the best costumers.
Holi Festival
Place: India
Time: late February/March, on the last dull moon day
Hindus and Sikhs,in India,Nepal,and Sri Lanka celebrate the main day of this incredibly fun 16-day festival by throwing colored powder and water at each other.
Sundance Film Festival
Place: Utah, the US
Time: end of February
The largest independent film festival in the US. Watch both feature films and shorts. You need to buy a ticket.
1. Which of the following festivals can’t be celebrated at the end of February?A.Sundance Film Festival. | B.Harbin Ice and Snow Festival. |
C.Holi Festival. | D.The Carnival of Venice. |
A.India | B.China |
C.America | D.Italy |
A.Sundance Film Festival. | B.Holi Festival. |
C.The Carnival of Venice. | D.Harbin Ice and Snow Festival. |