1 . It was the night of the full moon, a time which always drives Java’s young people mad with excitement.

Fireworks were lit long before the moon _________. The big noise brought people out into the warm night to enjoy the interesting scene. Everywhere, there were the paper remains of _________ fireworks lying on the ground. Little boys _________ more and covered their ears as they waited _________ for the explosions.

The moon appeared above the horizon (地平线): huge, _________ ball high above the city, and the _________ filled with people, as Java began to enjoy one of the year’s greatest _________: “the Night of the Full Moon”, a festival (节日) that is especially popular with young people.

More and more young Javanese _________ together and walked slowly through the _________. Joking and chatting, they moved towards the mountain __________ the city. They continued to climb until they reached the old temple (寺庙) at the __________ of the mountain.

After they were inside the temple, they drank their water and ate their mooncakes — delicious homemade ones, __________ of dried fruit and nuts. Outside, on the mountain, young people __________ cross-legged in circles, chatting and telling each other jokes. And still, in their hundreds, more young people continued to make their way up the mountain to __________ the brightly shining moon.

By midnight, the fireworks had stopped __________ up from the gray city in the valley below them. But during the night, the sound continued to be heard from the distance.

1.

A．let out

B．gave out

C．came out

D．set out

2.

A．burning

B．used

C．exploding

D．broken

3.

A．lit

B．bought

C．piled

D．removed

4.

A．patiently

B．calmly

C．worriedly

D．excitedly

5.

A．silver

B．new

C．colorful

D．gold

6.

A．mountains

B．valleys

C．streets

D．shops

7.

A．games

B．meetings

C．sports

D．events

8.

A．danced

B．gathered

C．drank

D．shouted

9.

A．village

B．scene

C．night

D．ground

10.

A．on the edge of

B．on the way to

C．in the center of

D．in the direction of

11.

A．tip

B．back

C．top

D．bottom

12.

A．fond

B．little

C．full

D．free

13.

A．jumped

B．sat

C．stood

D．bent

14.

A．follow

B．show

C．notice

D．admire

15.

A．shooting

B．kicking

C．hitting

D．jumping

4 . The Spring Festival is the biggest festival for Chinese people all around the world.The celebration usually lasts for 15 days.There is a lot to do.

On the eve of the Spring Festival, family members get together and have a big meal. Their favourite dish on this day is dumplings.

Days before the Spring Festival, families will clean their houses. People think cleaning sweeps away bad luck. It makes the house ready for good luck.

The colour red is everywhere during the Spring Festival. People think red is a happy colour and will bring them a bright future. People wear red, too. They decorate their homes with pieces of red paper. Kids get a lot of “hongbao”. It is a red paper bag with money in it. Usually, older people give younger ones “hongbao”. They think it brings good luck.

The Spring Festival is the time to make everybody happy. So don’t say any bad words or do anything that will bring unhappiness to other people. For instance, you’d better not say any bad words like “death”. Don’t break anything. People think that means your luck is running out.

Also, don’t borrow or lend money on these days. If you have borrowed money, return it before the Spring Festival.

1. What do most people do on the eve of the Spring Festival?

A．Family members gather for a big meal.

B．Friends eat dumplings together.

C．They borrow money from friends.

D．They give each other “hongbao”.

2. Why do people clean their houses days before the Spring Festival?

A．Because they enjoy cleaning.

B．Because it is believed that cleaning will sweep away bad luck.

C．Because they think it will bring happiness to others.

D．Because it is thought that cleaning brings in money.

3. Which of the following things is NOT supposed to happen during the Spring Festival?

A．Returning money before the Spring Festival.

B．Saying bad words like “death”.

C．Wearing red clothes.

D．Decorating houses with red paper.

4. We can tell from the story that the Spring Festival is         .

A．a time of harvest and fun

B．celebrated for one whole month

C．only celebrated in China

D．a time for families to get together

5 . 语法填空

Here is some advice for teenagers about what to do at parties in the UK.

First, dress     1     (appropriate). Some parties     2     (hold) for a specific formal purpose, like a graduation party or a wedding. Some may be informal, like     3     small dinner or birthday party. So if it is a formal occasion, you should dress smartly. Wear a neat black suit     4     a tie, for example. But if it is an informal party, you can wear anything you like, like T­shirts and    5     (jean). Second, bring some presents, like snacks or puddings and try not     6     (be) late. You should always be on time. Third, be polite. When you arrive, it is polite to say hello and thank the host for     7     (invite) you. If you don’t know them well, you should introduce    8     (you) and make small talk. And say goodbye and thank them again     9     you leave. If it is a graduation or a wedding, don’t forget to offer your congratulations and good wishes. It is also     10     (importance) to make an effort to talk to other people.

6 . Community Celebrations

The Story of Artist John Biggers

As the 100th birthday of the late (已故) John Biggers is coming near in 2024, the MFAH celebrates his legacy (遗产) . These videos present a conversation with art it she encouraged, and a look at the wall painting he was invited to paint, describing Black longshoremen of Houston.

A Mosaic of Art and Community

Meet the Jubilee Quilt Circle, created in the 1990s to protect the legacy of African American quilting (被子) while encouraging personal growth opportunities and experiences in Houston. In this two-part video series, hear from Jubilee members and learn about the central community spirit that goes into the art of quilt-making.

I, Too, Am America.

Virtual(虚拟的) experiences―dance, music, spoken-word performances, interviews and more-pay honour to the African American artists whose work is on view in the Museum’s Nancy and Rich Kinder Building. The heading “I Too, We Two!” recognizes the team spirit between the Ensemble Theatre and the MFA Hand also includes the Ensemble Theatre’s virtual.

My Journey with Flamenco

See the different styles of flamenco, a form of Spanish song and dance based on the music traditions of southern Spain from the 9th to 14th centuries. These videos’ leading role is An a María Barceló and the founders of Houston flamenco performance company Solero Flamenco: Jeremías García and Irma La Paloma. The show Glory of Spain: Treasures from the Hispanic Society Museum & amp; Library provides the inspiration (启发).

1. What is the purpose of The Story of Artist John Biggers?

A．To celebrate a festival.	B．To honor a late artist.
C．To introduce a tradition.	D．To show the life of the Black.

2. What can be learned at A Mosaic of Art and Community?

A．World-famous paintings.	B．Online art performances.
C．Spanish songs and dance.	D．Art of making bedclothes.

3. Which of the following mentions teamwork?

A．I Too, We Two!	B．My Journey with Flamenco.
C．A Mosaic of Art and Community.	D．The Story of Artist John Biggers.

7 . In India, one of the most significant festivals is Diwali, which falls between October and November. It’s a five-day celebration that includes good food, fireworks, colored sand, and special candles and lamps.

In honor of Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, people make special prayers on the first day to obtain blessings for welfare, success, and well-being. People welcome the goddess into their homes by decorating entrances with colorful lanterns and traditional designs. In addition, many people treat themselves to fine jewellery, praying for good fortune. Those who cannot afford so much, seek out cheaper items such as clothes or household goods.

The second day of the festival is called Kali Chaudas. For some, the day provides an opportunity to drive away misfortune from homes and businesses. They decorate their homes with clay lamps and create design patterns called Rangoli on the floor using colored powder or sand.

The third day is when the biggest celebrations occur, which begin early in the morning with a visit to a temple to seek the blessing of the goddess. As the sun sets, festival observers light up their homes with small lamps and enjoy delicious traditional foods with their loved ones.

The festival’s fourth day is celebrated in many different ways. Friends and relatives visit with gifts, sweets and best wishes for the season.

And the final day of the festival is called Bhai Dooj. It honors the close bond between brothers and sisters and is observed with traditional ceremonies and more delicious foods.

For children in India, Diwali is similar to Christmas. They get an entire week off from school and are treated to gifts, new clothes, amazing food, and, in the past at least, a large number of fireworks. It is no wonder that the festival ranks high among the country’s favorite celebrations.

1. People celebrate the first day of Diwali mainly for _________.

A．good fortune

B．colorful lanterns

C．expensive jewellery

D．traditional designs

2. What’s the probable purpose of creating Rangoli on the floor?

A．To design traditional patterns.

B．To produce colored powder or sand.

C．To help get rid of bad luck.

D．To produce an opportunity in business.

3. What is a man likely to do on the last day of the festival?

A．Exchange gifts and best wishes with his loved ones.

B．Be busy decorating his home during the day.

C．Get together with his sisters and brothers.

D．Light up his home with small lamps.

4. Which of the following may NOT be a reason for children’s love for Diwali?

A．Having a week off.

B．Getting Christmas gifts.

C．Enjoying amazing food.

D．Setting off fireworks.