3 . 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。

The Silk Road first    1    (emerge) more than 2,100 years ago during the Han Dynasty after Zhang Qian (164-114 BC) twice visited Central Asia. It became    2    bridge between East and West,    3    (open) the door to friendly engagement between China and Central Asia. For two thousand years,    4    (count) tales of everlasting friendship between peoples have been woven into this ancient network.

The Silk Road Economic Belt is called “One Belt”. It is a regional economic cooperation strategy     5    (propose) by President Xi, when making a speech at Nazarbayev University in Kazakhstan    6    2013.This economic belt is considered as the longest economic corridor in the world.

One Belt aims to develop the economic    7    (partner) between China and countries along the land silk road. It also aims to     8    (strong) the infrastructure (基础设施) construction along the road and promote the development of China’s western region.

There are two main trends for One Belt,    9    starts from China and ends in Europe. One    10    (go) to Europe via central Asia and Russia. The second route is through central Asia and west Asia to the Persian Gulf and the Mediterranean countries.

4 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the main topic of the talk?

A．Details of ancient history.

B．Stories of 20th-century explorers.

C．Development of modern technology.

2. How does the speaker describe Percy Fawcett?

A．Energetic.

B．Mysterious.

C．Crazy.

3. When did Percy Fawcett start exploring?

A．Around 1850．

B．Around 1900．

C．Around 1950.

4. Who wrote The Lost World?

A．Percy Fawcett.

B．Joao da Silva Guimaraes.

C．Arthur Conan Doyle.

5 . 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。

The Liangzhu Culture,     1     can date back thousands of years, was the last Neolithic jade (新石器时代玉器) culture in the Taihu Basin of the Yangtze River Delta. From many of the unearthed Liangzhu relic sites so far, relevant experts     2     (conclude) that the ancient culture boasted advanced rice agriculture and handicraft industry.

    3     (cover) an area of more than 30 square kilometers, the Liangzhu relic site first    4     (discover) in 1936 is in reality a general name for some sites found in Liangzhu, Pingyao and Anxi, three places in Yuhang District, East China’s Zhejiang Province. The archaeological     5     (significant) of the Liangzhu relic site has gained worldwide attention. British archaeologist Colin Renfrew visited it several years ago and thought     6     importance of findings in China’s Neolithic Period was greatly underestimated.

The Liangzhu Culture is     7     (good) known as a jade culture than others. More than 40 various     8     (type) of jade containers have been unearthed. Do you dream     9    experiencing more of the Liangzhu Culture up close? Consider visiting the Liangzhu New Town, a scenic spot which offers many places for tourists     10     (learn) about the Liangzhu Culture and relax as well.

8 . 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。

Among the many arts found in China are the performing arts. Like paintings, sculptures, carvings and other physical arts, the performing arts in China have     1     long history. The performing arts range from martial arts like kung fu     2     folk songs and dances that vary by region and area.

The performing arts in China date back to ancient times     3     the tribes (部落) took control of the land long before the culture became well developed. As the country began to unify and change, the performing arts used elements of different tribes     4     (create) harmonious performances.

The performing arts in China have constantly grown, developed and changed while keeping elements of the original art.     5     (current), performing arts like singing, acting and the     6     (tradition) Chinese Opera hold many elements. The elements     7     (find) in folk songs and dances with a modern change that includes newer     8     (instrument) and techniques.

Chinese art has a unique aspect that sets it apart from other cultures. Because several generations spend lots of time     9     (develop) it, Chinese art has a developed and unique design that is     10     (significance) part of the country’s history.

9 . Walled Cities Of The World

There are numerous historical walled cities across the world, whose walls date back several centuries. These walls were fortification (碉堡), a necessity throughout medieval eras for defense. They have been preserved as historical monuments and popular tourist attractions in the modern time.

York, England

The city of York is a medieval city situated in the north of England. Historically, the city was ruled by the Romans, Angles, and the Vikings before being incorporated as part of the Kingdom of England in 954. Located in the city are walls built in 71 AD which have been restored and extended with time.

Xi’an, China

The city of Xian is one of the oldest cities in China. It prospered economically as the eastern last station of the Silk Road. The existing walls were originally built in 770 BC and reconstructed in the 14th century under the Ming Dynasty. The walls are well preserved and are a major tourist attraction in the city.

Quebec City, Canada

Quebec City was a colonial (殖民地的) town which was fortified by the settling Europeans. The walls began to be built in 1608 under both British and French regimes (政权). A fort was constructed by the British as an additional defensive measure and remains undamaged to date. The city’s fortifications were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.

Mexico City, Mexico

Historically, the City of Mexico gained importance as the Aztec Capital. The Spanish then drove out the Aztecs and rebuilt it as the Spanish Capital. The walls protecting the city were built in 1521. Mexico City is also home to numerous colonial-era buildings which together with the walls are major tourist attractions in the city.

1. Which city has walls of the longest history?

A．York, England.	B．Xi’an, China.
C．Quebec City, Canada.	D．Mexico City, Mexico.

2. What do Quebec city and Mexico city have in common?

A．They were once colonies of other countries.

B．They were once the capital of the Aztec empire.

C．Their walls were once built under British regime.

D．Their walls were once damaged after construction.

3. In which section of a magazine may this text appear?

A．Culture.

B．Entertainment.

C．Science.

D．Society

10 . 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。

Woodblock printing is an ancient printing technology with a significant impact     1     human civilization. It originated in ancient China. The earliest woodblock printing     2     (invent) during the Tang Dynasty. The process involved carving words, designs or images onto wooden blocks, applying ink and transferring the ink onto paper through pressure.

Creating woodblocks demands patience and skill     3     (ensure) clear and accurate characters for high-quality prints. Through continuous refinement and practice, woodblock printing became widely used and developed in China and neighboring regions. This technology     4     (gradual) spread to other countries.

Woodblock printing is of     5     (significant). Firstly, it facilitated the spread and preservation of written works,     6     (enable) the dissemination (传播) of knowledge on a broader scale. Secondly, it promoted the exchange of diverse cultures and     7     (idea), driving the progress of human civilization. Lastly, woodblock printing,     8     development provided valuable insight for innovations like movable type printing and lithography, served as a foundation for the following printing technology.

Although we     9     (enter) the digital age, woodblock printing remains a crucial milestone in the printing technology. Its historical importance in disseminating knowledge     10     its role in advancing the printing technology are worthy of recognition and appreciation. Woodblock printing stands as a testament to human ingenuity and it has enduring influence on the development of civilization.