3 . Whether it’s one day off or a week, you don’t need to be surrounded by people to have a great holiday.     1    . You can use your holiday to do all the things you never have time for in your everyday routine.

Go out and do something

Don’t feel like you have to stay in your house because you’re spending your holiday alone. Going shopping is a good choice.     2    , you can take your time perusing stores,and treat yourself to something small that you’ve been wanting. Going to see a movie or showing alone can be also a fun experience.

Be productive

    3     Your project might be anything from weeding your garden or organizing a messy closet. While you work on your project you can make it fun. You can keep snacks around or listen to some music.

Read a book

Setting aside long periods of time to read can help you get around to finishing that book you’ve been wanting to read and feel a sense of achievement.     4    . It’s still a relaxing activity, but you won’t feel like a zombie(僵尸)in front of your computer or television.

Do some exercise

    5    ,and it can improve relaxation afterwards. Set aside thirty minutes or an hour to do a cardio workout. Holiday is a great time to exercise because you won’t be rushed or feel like you need to be somewhere else. You’ll feel better and fresher after you are wet with sweat.

A．Even if you don’t want to spend a lot of money

B．Make a schedule for your study

C．Being alone can also be relaxing and enjoyable

D．Reading can also help you free from technology

E．It really makes sense to read a book alone on your holiday

F．A holiday can be a great time to get around to your home project

G．Exercise has many long-term benefits

5 . Famous Food Festivals Around the World

Food festivals are held all around the world every year, and people from different parts come to these festivals in large numbers to satisfy their taste buds(味蕾).

The Galway International Oyster(牡蛎)and Seafood Festival

Galway, Ireland

September 26 to September 29, 2023

This is the world's longest running oyster festival, first appearing in 1954. Apart from the excellent seafood that is served, the festival also features some exciting events such as oyster-eating contests, live music, tasting parties, etc.

The International Mango Festival

New Delhi, India

June 30 to July 2, 2023

This festival is a celebration of everything about mangoes. It features different kinds of mangoes and various food items that are made from them. The festival also holds a number of special events such as mango- eating competitions, mango-tasting events, quiz competitions, and plenty of traditional and folk performances.

The Garlic(大蒜)Festival

The Isle of Wight, England

August 17 to August 18, 2023

This is one of the largest events that the Isle of Wight hosts each year, and it shows recipes made from garlic. Some foods made out of garlic and garlic beer are available there. The festival also features live music and a country fair.

The Crave Sydney International Food Festival

Sydney, Australia

October 1 to October 31, 2023

This festival attracts a number of famous international chefs each year as visitors to experience the best of Australian food. From fine dining at famous restaurants to street food to cooking classes, this event has a lot in store for a visitor.

1. Where should you go if you want to enjoy mangoes?

A．Galway.

B．Sydney.

C．The Isle of Wight.

D．New Delhi.

2. Which of the following is TRUE about the Garlic Festival?

A．It lasts for about a month.	B．It's the largest event in England.
C．Visitors can enjoy special garlic beer.	D．It only features live music.

3. A chef is advised to take part in ________ according to the passage.

A．the Garlic Festival	B．the Crave Sydney International Food Festival
C．the International Mango Festival	D．the Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival

6 . Kid’s birthday parties are wonderfully fun for all, but in the way that they are traditionally celebrated, the are the enemy of “zero waste living”. A kid’s birthday party can produce lots of waste, from the plates, cups and uneaten food, to the gift wrap, present boxes, and disposable (一次性的) decorations. It doesn’t have to be like that.     1     .

Invitations

Forget the themed paper invitations; they get thrown away almost immediately anyway.     2     The mobile phone is a common communication tool which enables your guests to receive the invitation at any time.

Decorations

    3     Stay away from them altogether, including balloons. If you must decorate, choose some reusable, classic decorations that can be pulled out every single year, such as colored lights. Make your own painted and personalized banner, paper hats, and so on. Keep them for the next year.

Food

Don’t overdo the food preparation.     4     So you should put out only what is necessary, rather than ending up with loads of leftovers that are potentially ruined by the kids. Keep the rest for other meals. If other parents bring food, ask them to bring it in reusable containers.

Gifts

The gift giving part of a birthday party can produce a lot of unappealing trash, which is why you should choose an alternative. My kids have gone to several toonie parties ( a toonie is a two - dollar coin it Canada ), where each guest gives two dollars in their card and that money can be used by the birthday child to buy a single toy.

    5    

A．However, most parents find it hard to hold a “clean” party.

B．It’s a great idea for reducing waste and making a child’s birthday wishes come true.

C．Try using a basic email or phone call to create your guest list.

D．Kids hardly eat anything at birthday parties because they’re so excited.

E．Decorations can usually make the party room more attractive.

F．Here are some ideas on how to cut down on unnecessary, waste and have a   fun celebration.

G．Decorations for kids’ birthday parties are almost always disposable.

7 . World Book and Copyright Day is celebrated on April 23. If you love to read, this April holiday may be perfect for you.     1    .

By Attending Special Events.

Local bookstores may hold events on this date, including literacy activities for children and reading.     2    . It’s also a chance to start a new tradition within your family. While larger bookstores may hold a variety of events, you can connect with independent booksellers to learn about their offerings. If they don’t have anything planned, you might just inspire them to host a special event.

    3    

One celebrated aspect of World Book and Copyright Day is the role that libraries play in making books accessible and enjoyable for so many people around the world. Pay a visit to your local library on April 23, even if it isn’t hosting a special event. Spending the day on books, you can create your own special event.

By Reading.

    4     Check out a new book from your local library, purchase a book from a local bookstore, or just reread a favorite book you have at home. If you have a particularly busy day on April 23, reading a part of a book with your family can be a great way to end the day and to celebrate the holiday.

Reading is very important in human history.     5     You’re also supporting the work of writers who are devoted to the process of information and cultural exchange. Happy World Book and Copyright Day!

A．By lending books to your friends.

B．Here are three ways to celebrate the day.

C．When you read a book, you will become a part of the ongoing transfer of information and culture.

D．Perhaps the easiest way to celebrate World Book and Copyright Day is to read a book.

E．The holiday is a great opportunity to introduce the significance of books and reading to your child.

F．Read books on plants, and you will be knowledgeable about them.

G．By visiting the local library.

8 . A flower festival is an event during which many types of flowers are shown to the public. In some cases, a flower festival may be a small event attended by local people who grow plants as a hobby. Other festivals are big international events.     1    

Usually, a flower festival takes place at a time of year when many types of flowers are fully open.     2     In this case, the organizers must make sure that the event is scheduled during the right time of year for that type.

Some festivals are arranged to encourage flower growers to grow certain types of plants.     3     There will be competitions. Prizes are given to those who grow the largest, most colorful or hardiest(最耐寒的)plants.

Besides competing for prizes, many flower growers show their plants in flower shows for business purposes. Some people use these events to win contracts with companies that buy large numbers of flowers.     4     And some growers have created new types of flowers. They put their newly created plants on show at these festivals.

    5     Local restaurants provide meals and drinks for attendees. Musicians and other entertainers(演艺人员)are sometimes hired to provide attendees with pleasure. Nearby hotels and shops are full of people. They all can make a lot of money from the event.

A．People are invited to show their flowers at the festival.

B．These flowers can be very expensive.

C．They may attract large numbers of flower growers flower sellers and tourists.

D．Some festivals focus on a certain type of plant.

E．Some take the chance to market flowers to customers.

F．Usually, some flower festivals are held in the big parks.

G．Flower festivals can also encourage local economic development.

9 . There are four fun festivals throughout the year in Brazil.

Festa Junina

Festa Junina is celebrated all over Brazil for the entire month of June as a yearly celebration of Saint John. It celebrates country life with typical clothes, food and dances inside a large tent, with decorations such as colored flags, beautiful table cloths and balloons.

Oktoberfest

The Germanic roots of the south of Brazil brought this traditional German festival to Brazil, where it has become one of the most popular beer festivals. Held in the middle of October every year in Blumenau, it celebrates typical German cuisine and plenty of beer. There’re all kinds of German foods at the festival.

Festival de Cachaça

Every year in the town of Paraty, Festival de Cachaça is held for cachaça, the national alcohol (酒) made from sugarcane (甘蔗). This festival is held over a long weekend in August and it gives you a chance to try cachaça. There are also shows of samba (桑巴舞) and food trucks. It’s also a great opportunity to get to know the beautiful town of Paraty.

Parintins Folklore Festival

The festival held every year in Parintins is the second largest in Brazil after the carnival. It goes over a period of three days at the end of June and celebrates the Amazonian legend of a resurrected ox (复活的牛). The main attraction of the festival is the competition between the two teams Garantido and Caprichoso that compete to retell the story of the ox through a mix of dancing and singing.

1. Which festival lasts the longest time?

A．Oktoberfest.	B．Festa Junina.
C．Festival de Cachaça.	D．Parintins Folklore Festival.

2. What can you do if you attend Oktoberfest?

A．Taste German food.	B．Watch shows of samba.
C．Drink the national alcohol.	D．Listen to the story of the ox.

3. What do the four festivals have in common?

A．They are yearly activities.

B．They enjoy global popularity.

C．They focus on food and dancing.

D．They are celebrated all over Brazil.