1 . Food festivals are a common occurrence in the UK and take place in all sorts of places and at all sorts of times. Whatever your taste, there's a food festival to match-no matter how specialized.
Meatopia
This three-day, London-based festival takes place at the end of August and is a meat lover's paradise. In addition to a range of meat products, from burgers to steaks, attendees can listen to live music, watch butchery shows, and attend informal meat-based workshops.
Vegfest
If you prefer a festival that will help you meet your five a day, then Vegfest is for you. This vegan-friendly event takes place several times a year. Here you can enjoy a wide selection of freshly prepared vegetables, learn cooking tips and hear talks on nutrition to help you make the most of your plant-based search.
The Marmalade Festival
Held in Cumbria, this festival has been running for 13 years. It includes a competition to find the best homemade marmalade. There are thousands of entries from over 30 different countries across the globe.
The Ginger (姜) and Spice Festival
The Ginger and spice Festival, held in Market Drayton, celebrates its town's historic connection to Robert Clive, who returned from India with ginger. Because of this, they specialize in baking gingerbread, but also sell a range of spices from mild to hot.
The National Honey show
It started in 1921 and is the largest event of its kind. This three-day event attracts over 2,000 participants to their traditional competition, and offers lectures and workshops on beekeeping and, of course, that syrupy golden honey.
1. Which is TRUE according to the passage?| A．People can enjoy a wide selection of meat in Vegfest. |
| B．Robert Clive took ginger to the UK from India. |
| C．The Marmalade Festival is only known by the British. |
| D．Meatopia falls on August 31 every year. |
| A．Meatopia. | B．The Ginger and spice Festival. |
| C．Vegfest. | D．The National Honey show. |
| A．Voice. | B．Science. | C．Culture. | D．Sports. |
| A．The National Honey show | B．Meatopia |
| C．The Marmalade Festival | D．Vegfest |
2 . All around the U.S., there are unbelievable book festivals where literary devotees can connect with their favorite authors and fellow bookworms alike.
Books By The Banks: Cincinnati USA Book Festival
Now in its ninth year, Book by the Banks is a day-long festival that takes place every October in Cincinnati. Local, regional, and national authors attend, and there are book signings, group discussions, and activities for all ages — all meant to promote literacy（读写能力） and lifelong learning.
Wordstock: Portland’s Book Festival
When it comes to festival names, Wordstock: Portland’s Book Festival gets an A+. Although it is a one-day event, Wordstock manages to put in tons of activities for readers of all ages. Along with a huge book fair, the festival includes a range of writing workshops, author events, a beer tent, pop-up readings and concerts, and more.
Brooklyn Book Festival
The largest free literary event in New York City, the Brooklyn Book Festival has brings together a variety of well-known writers and publishers, as well as up-and-coming authors. The week-long festival is targeted at adults, but there's a children's day too.
New Orleans Book Festival
The New Orleans Book Festival is still an amazing celebration. The two-day festival takes place along Big Lake at City Park and is full of family-friendly entertainment. Between musical performances, readings, group discussions, and activities for kids, it's perfect for all ages. Best of all，Every child who attends receives free books.
1. What do the first two book festivals have in common?| A．They both last for one day. |
| B．They both stress lifelong learning. |
| C．They both offer musical performances. |
| D．They both celebrate their 9th anniversary. |
| A．It is held in the park. | B．It offers free books. |
| C．It holds a reception for authors. | D．It is mainly designed for adults. |
| A．Brooklyn Book Festival. |
| B．New Orleans Book Festival. |
| C．Wordstock: Portland’s Book Festival. |
| D．Books By The Banks: Cincinnati USA Book Festival. |
